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Put
a little ho ho ho in your holiday! Out
of the Frying Pan Presents...
(you know the tune!)
On
the
 day
of Christmas, my true love gave to me...
12
bargain wines... (continued)
A dozen wines, priced to please your pocket ($6 - $16) and
impress your palate. 7 reds, 3 whites, 2 sparklings--all sure
to bring cheer. Visiting wine snobs? Cop Greg's tasting notes
and talk like a pro!
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A. Mano Primitivo ($11)
This is a southern Italian version of Zinfandel
that explodes with jammy, spicy red berry fruit and soft acidity.
It's perfect with anything off the grill.
L. Palasi Brut ($9) 
This is a wonderful sparkling
wine from southern France sporting a delicate acidity, hints
of citrus fruit and apples.
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Colosi ($10)
We consider this one of Sicily's best new wines. It's medium-bodied
with ripe, bright cherry notes mingled with
hints of mild dried herbs.
Barossa Nova Shiraz ($11)
This lively Shiraz boasts
loads of raspberry and vanilla flavors. The velvety finish
lingers and lingers.
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Weingut Pfeffigen "Pheffo" ($16)
This is a perfect example of a balanced Riesling.
It shows delicate acidity laced with slight sweetness. It
has flavors of apricot, lemon, and a mild mineral character.
Hahn Chardonnay ($10)
Monterey chardonnays are famous
for low acidity and lush tropical fruits, and this one is
no exception. It has the complexities of wines twice the price.
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Kenwood "Lodi" Zinfandel ($11)
This zin explodes out of the glass with intense
blackberry and spicy raspberry flavors. It's truly a fun wine
to drink.
Pierre Jean Merlot ($6)
This is a southern French merlot
with a soft, light mouth feel and subtle flavors of young
berry fruits. It is unoaked so it allows the pure flavors
to shine through.
(And at $6, it's a great choice
if you're throwing a party on a budget.)
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Pierre Jean Sauvignon Blanc ($6)
This unoaked white has racy acidity, distinct
lime notes and a slight grassiness that is typical of this
variety.
(Again, at $6 a bottle, a good party stocker.)
Gruet Blanc de Noirs ($12)
This is a great sparkling from
New Mexico. It's rich, toasty and full of ripe pear and apple
flavors.
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Domaine Janasse Cotes Du Rhone ($10)
This is terrific Rhone wine loaded with dark
cherry flavors and peppery nuances.
Roodeberg Red Blend ($9)
This South African blend is
layered with cassis and red currant flavors mingled with a
mild toastiness and subtle tannins.
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