So, when I found the 2008 Meritage at the recent Finger Lakes Riesling Festival I couldn't wait to get a bottle home and at least compare against my notes from last year. The Governors Cup was won by an outstanding Riesling, but the Damiani Meritage won double gold medals for the best vinifera red blend. The price should be the same at $20. MORE >>

But today, Terzian says, she started this scheme in fall 2008 to fill a niche, tapping into two key themes, environmental awareness and the economy. Keg wine and wine vending machines just got supersized: 500 and one-thousand liter kegs have landed in French supermarkets. Or you can get one at the store. Print receipt. MORE >>

Dark bluish ruby tones marked by abundant texture and opacity, and visibly thick in the glass, this wonderful Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina is a full bodied powerhouse of fruit. Aromas stand out up front showing fragrant violets, ripe blueberries and strawberries. Paired very nicely with a hanger steak, and a great deal at about $10 retail. MORE >>

At the same time, Sopexa showed "Today's Bordeaux 2010" which is a selection of 100 Classic, Contemporary, Affordable wines. On that 2008 trip I was invited to stay at the winery's gorgeous chateau in Entre du Mers. Sopexa JoLynn Howe (right). so I will be in Bordeaux in a few weeks to attend En Primeur. Daniel Marsteller. MORE >>

The brand manager for this wine from Argentina raved about how great a value it is. OK, I'll bite, I generally like what the country is doing with wines anyway, but this one just floored me. MORE >>