the wine spectator has launched its final list of the top 100 wines it tasted and its readers tasted for the year of 2009. narrowing down the list to 100, which may seem to be a lot but considering the number of new vintages released and old vintages finally opened, it is no small feat to make a list this short. their list features top vintages, outstanding growing regions that make great wine travel destinations and also brings attention to interesting flavours and great crafters. average bottle price is 40$, lower than previous years, but the choices still maintain high quality and great integrity.
since it would be lengthy to list all 100, here are the wine spectator’s top 10:
10.Brancaia / Toscana Tre 2007 / 20$ / 25 000 cases made in italy
9. Merry Edwards / Sauvignon Blanc Russian River Valley 2007 / 3 800 cases made in california
8.Fontodi / Colli della Toscana / Centrale Flaccianello 2006 / 110$ / 5 000 cases made in italy
7. Renato Ratti / Barolo Marcenasco 2005 / 44$ / 5 000 cases made in italy
6. Chappelet / Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Signature 2006 / 42$ / 7 650 cases made in california
5. Barone Ricasoli Chianti Classico / Castello di Brolio 2006 / 54$ / 6170 cases made in italy
4. Kosta Browne Pinot Noir / Sonomo Coast 2007 / 52$ / 3 069 cases made in california
3. Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe / Chateauneuf-du-Pape La Crau 2007 / 70$ / 17 000 cases made in france
2. Numanthia-Termes / Toro Termes 2005 / 27$ / 4 000 cases made in spain
1. Columbia Crest / Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley Reserve 2005 / 27$ / 5 000 cases made in washington
Columbia Crest Winery is located in Paterson, WA not too far of a drive from Seattle. There are self-guided tours for all guests and complimentary tastings. It is always possible to have the chance to meet the winemaker this premier winery as well. seattle is highly accessible from most major european cities. from london take a cheap flight to seattle with delta airlines or klm for around 350£ round trip.
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