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 They say $16 (WineReviewOnline.com), we say $12+
"Beringer
continues to excel with Chardonnay, made in a rich, lush, but balanced so
harmonious style. The winery gets many plaudits for its “Private Reserve”
and other special bottlings, but the perhaps more impressive wine is this
“regular” one, if only because winemaker Laurie Hooks produces so much of
it. Consistently appealing, it has become slightly less oak-driven and a bit
fresher-tasting in recent years, due perhaps to changes in the barrel
program and the fact that a significant percentage of the blend does not
undergo malolactic fermentation. Whatever the reason, the end result offers
ample proof that high quality and high volume can go hand in hand."
89 points, WIneReviewOnline.com, Paul Lukacs, June 15, 2010
2008 Beringer Chardonnay, Napa Valley Vineyards, Napa Valley, 750ml
$16.75 - Good Wine Stores
$12.56 - Pop's Single Bottle Price
$12.56 - Pop's Mixed Case Price
$150.75 - Pop's Case Price
They say $10 (WineReviewOnline.com), we say $7+
"Not quite sweet enough to do service with rich desserts (or wedding cake),
this wine nonetheless offers abundant off-dry flavors that echo summer stone
fruit and citrus, with just a hint of toast in the finish. Made with
Chardonnay, it’s an outstanding bargain in a field (California sparkling
wine) in which values prove hard to find. Snobs who care more about the name
on the label than the quality of the wine in the bottle may pass it by; but
the rest of us would be wise to stock up."
89 points, WIneReviewOnline.com, Paul Lukacs, June 15, 2010
Barefoot Bubbly Extra Dry, Champagne, Sparkling, California, 750ml
$10.35 - Good Wine Stores
$9.31 - Pop's Single Bottle Price
$8.28 - Pop's Mixed Case Price
$93.15 - Pop's Case Price
92
points..... Read this review!
"Steve Reeder blends this sauvignon with five percent semillon,
adding a hint of wheat-like savor to the fruit. It's fresh and bright,
packed with lime, lemongrass and peach flavors that show off its blend of
warm- and cool-climate fruit. A versatile, mouthwatering white to serve with
white sausages, whether seafood, chicken or veal."
92 Points, Wine & Spirits, August 2010
2008 Simi Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County, 750ml
$15.09 - Good Wine Stores
$13.58 - Pop's Single Bottle Price
$12.07 - Pop's Mixed Case Price
$135.81 - Pop's Case Price
Read
this review!
..... 94 points too!!
“A rich, dense, concentrated style, this is full-bodied, focused and
pure, with hints of mocha and black licorice rounding out the core currant,
plum and black cherry flavors. Focused and persistent, with a long finish.
Drink now through." 2017. Highly Recommended!”
94 points, The Wine Spectator, June 15, 2010
2006 Hall Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 750ml
$43.40 - Good Wine Stores
$39.06 - Pop's Single Bottle Price
$34.72 - Pop's Mixed Case Price
$390.60 - Pop's Case Price
She
liked it.... and she's difficult to please......
"New Zealand has established a firm reputation for producing
some of the finest, and most distinctive, Sauvignon Blancs. While retaining
the refreshing, grassy and herbaceous character of this noble grape, the New
Zealand style often introduces a bracing grapefruitiness that makes the
Marlborough wines identifiable on the nose, without even a taste. You either
love them or you hate them, but rarely is there an in between. At Pop’s we
carry a huge selection of New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs, and we are proud to
add to our offerings this stellar 2009, precisely because it is in between.
While still clearly in the New Zealand style, its minerality and floral
overtones, not just described on the label, but in the bottle, bring it back
from the edge. “Delightful” “easy” “refreshing” are just a few of the
accolades this wine garnered when served recently to friends for their
opinion. The restrained 12.5% alcohol makes it a great summertime sipper as
well as a perfect match for seafood and lighter b-b-q fare. I am confident
you’re going to love this wine, as the lyrics go, “come rain…"
Dorothy Jacobs, Certified Sommelier, Pop's Wines & Spirits, June,
2010
2009 Rain Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand, 750ml
$16.60 - Good Wine Stores
$14.94 - Pop's Single Bottle Price
$13.28 - Pop's Mixed Case Price
$149.40 - Pop's Case Price
 Our
second offering of 90+ wines, our first was a sell-out!
"We are taking advantage of the current economic conditions by
purchasing high quality and highly rated finished wines direct from wineries
at a discount and then passing the savings on to you. Price and availability
aren't the only selection criteria. The wines we purchase must have a
pedigree of 90 or higher ratings, best buy or gold medal accolades from a
respected wine authority or publication.
Other companies with a similar concept are usually buying the winery's
excess or distressed wine. We are buying a winery's best and most highly
rated finished wine, which they would normally sell under their own label.
Wineries are willing to work with us because they either produced more than
they need or sales have slowed. In return, they are promised complete
anonymity, which we take very seriously.
The wines of 90+Cellars are great values because we are a virtual winery; we
don't own any land or bottling facility. In fact, the source wineries bottle
and label our wines for us. We simply search out world-class wine, negotiate
a great price and then pass the savings on to our customers.
Upon release, each 90+Cellars wine is assigned a "Lot" number. A lot is
defined as a particular wine from a winery. On successful lots we may
purchase the next vintage (if available) if the quality is the same or
better.
In the end, it is our goal to provide wine lovers with an outstanding bottle
of wine at a great price. If you like the idea of fine wine for less money,
then give our wines a try!
Story: Garnacha is a grape native to Spain; this wine is from a region of
Spain with a wine-making tradition that dates back to the times of the Roman
Empire. This wine is estate grown and has been aged 6 months in French oak
which allows it the Crianza designation. This lot is one of the best deals
we have found and a personal favorite we are happy to share!
Taste: A complete wine, with aromas of forest fruit shrouded in chocolate,
vanilla, milk, coffee, nuts and wood spice. The wine has a broad palate of
earthy blue fruits and integrated oak; well put together, ripe and nicely
open with a lingering spicy finish."
Winemaker's Notes
2007
Ninety + Cellars Garnacha, Lot 8, Crianza, Carinena, Spain, 750ml
$10.89 - Good Wine Stores
$9.80 - Pop's Single Bottle Price
$8.71 - Pop's Mixed Case Price
$98.01 - Pop's Case Price |
