Wine Department: Over 90 Under $30 February 2019
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I know what you’re saying out there: “White wine in the cold Midwestern February?” I get it. Yet, if you’ve visited the famed Loire Valley and seen the majestic Chateau de Chambord, you’ll know how romantic white wine can be! We’ve assembled a smattering of great wines to help you create seductive, romantic meals and evenings for your dining and dancing pleasures.
Pascal Jolivet
2016 Pouilly-Fumé
Loire Valley, France
Retail: $28.99
Gorgeous Sauvignon Blanc, akin to Sancerre, showing bracing acidity, pronounced minerality and hints of chalk and lime.
92 Points ~ Wine & Spirits
Laurent Kraft
2015 Vouvray
Loire Valley, France
Retail: $19.99
This is a pretty easygoing Chenin Blanc with hints of fresh honeydew, lanolin, and cream. Off-dry. A great introduction to Vouvray.
92 Points ~ Wine & Spirits
Pascal Jolivet
2017 Sancerre
Loire Valley, France
Retail $25.99
Clean and zippy! Slight notes of grapefruit and wheatgrass. Classic Sancerre at an approachable price!
91 Points ~ Wine Spectator
Domaine des Baumard
2016 Savennieres
Loire Valley, France
Retail: $29.99
Bone dry example of Chenin Blanc. A great alternative to White Burgundy. Almond and peach are these wines’ calling cards. Acidity and minerality allow this gem to age or you can drink it right now!
93 Points ~ Wine Spectator
