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Party Wines for $15 and Under

as seen in the Cities Pages

When attending a party, don’t show up with an ordinary bottle. You will look like a wine pro with one of these featured selections from John Glas of Wineglas.

2007 Dr. Loosen “Dr. L” Mosel-Saar-Ruwer QbA Riesling Germany ($12)

This is a great introduction to German Riesling from the Mosel Wine Region. This wine features apple, pear, peach, and slate notes with crisp acidity. German Riesling is a crowd pleaser, and will match up well with fresh water fish, white meats, Thai food and fresh fruit.

2007 Boedecker Cellars Old Vine Pinot Gris Oregon ($15)

You might know this as Pinot Grigio from Italy, however, Pinot Gris is the same grape with more zip. This light style Oregon wine features citrus fruits, apple, and spice along with tremendous balance. Enjoy this with light appetizers.

2006 Fontanafredda Briccotondo Piemonte Barbera Italy ($13)

Barbera is a juicy style wine from the Piedmont Region in Italy. The Fontanafredda features cherry, plum, and floral notes with an intense finish.

2005 Las Rocas de San Alejandro Vinas Viejas Garnacha Spain ($15)

Garnacha (Grenache in France) is native to Spain. This medium-purple wine features a mix of raspberries, blueberries, spice, and oak and features a long satisfying finish.

2006 Marquis Philips South Australia Shiraz Australia ($15)

The same grape variety as Syrah, Shiraz is Australia’s signature grape. This wine is complex with layers of blackberry, plum, black pepper, violets, and Asian spice woven together. Year in and year out, it is one of the top wines under $20.

John Glas

Boedecker Cellars

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Comparing Name Brand Cabernets from America 2008

I am always amazed at the world of expensive wines. Who buys wines like Silver Oak and Opus One? There are better wines for under $15 then these and these reviews illustrate this.

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Ribera del Duero Tasting

with Superior Imports

A series of wines were tasted in September that are not available in the US. Superior Wine Imports asked me to taste the wines and give my honest opinions on the quality and prices of the wines. I was pleased with what I tasted and check out the reviews.

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An evening of Tim Smith Wines from Australia 2008

February 11, 2008

Minneapolis Wine Club Tasting

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Twin Cities Wine Shop Challenge 2007

This article is written about my shopping experience at ten local wine shops. You will find many Twin Cities Publications that misinform you the consumer in regards to wine. They are being paid to advertise wine shops and certain product lines. Wineglas is the only source for the real information regarding wine shops in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the greater Metro.

10 Wine Shops Offer Under $15 Cabernet Suggestions

A few suggestions when shopping for wine:

1. Service: Unless you subscribe to Wine Spectator, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, and chat on wine chat rooms you really need to find a shop that can truly recommend good wine. If you say you want to try a good US Sparkling Wine and they say you mean Champagne then run!

2. Selection: You don't need 1,000 plus wines to pick from to have a good selection. Find a shop with enough from every country to satisfy your palate. Look for great values from Spain, Chile, Argentina, and Australia.

3. Prices: Paying more for the above 2 is fine. Some stores that have high prices have great service. Look for sales to occur and stock up.

4. Wine Reviews: Wine Spectator and Robert Parker reviews on the shelves help. They know more about wine then me and everyone else in Minnesota so take advantage of their knowledge. A 90 point wine for $13 is worth trying.

5. Don't buy the same wine by the case. Your taste change and there are too many great wines to try then drinking the same bottle.

6. Take a Twin Cities Wine Class as these are the best bottles under $50 at any tasting in town that provides education. If you like a bottle I can recommend several more.

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