2011's best wines as chosen by Wine Spectator Magazine.
(Check them out now, quantities are extremely limited)
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Just in time for New Year’s Eve, this cava has strong berry flavors, which makes it a welcome change of pace from all the other sparkling wines you’ll be drinking this holiday season.
Type: Champagne/Sparkling
Region: Spain
Ratings: International Wine Cellar – 87 Points
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This Australian blending of Semillon and Chardonnay results in a refreshing wine with creamy lemon and pear notes. Pairs well with salmon.
Winery: Quelle Estates
Vintage: 2010
Type: White
Variety: Semillon Chardonnay Blend
Region: South Eastern Australia
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Fresh and delicate, this Pinot Grigio is best suited to those who prefer a softer wine. Floral notes, with a zesty citrus palate. Pairs well with white fish. (Gooooo White Fish!)
Winery: Huxley Vineyards
Vintage: 2010
Type: White
Variety: Pinot Grigio
Region: Central Coast, California
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Great with Tex-Mex or other spicy dishes, this Riesling’s tangy apple, peach and apricot flavors are well balanced with light floral notes.
Winery: Climbing Vine
Vintage: 2010
Type: White
Variety: Riesling
Region: Monterey County, California
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Lemon and peach notes distinguish this Australian chardonnay from its usual buttery American counterparts. Pairs well with white fish.
Vintage: 2009
Type: White
Variety: Chardonnay
Region: South Eastern Australia
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This creamy Spanish sparkling wine is perfect for the holidays, and will definitely help to make those in-laws bearable!
Winery: Segura Viudas
Type: Champagne/Sparkling
Region: Spain
Ratings: Wine & Spirits: 90 points
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Leaning towards a Sauvignon Blanc, this Chardonnay has pear and vanilla notes, with a light buttery oak finish.
Winery: Mercer Estates
Vintage: 2007
Type: White
Variety: Chardonnay
Region: Yakima Valley, Washington
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