Petiole
Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2023
Good Pinot for the price from TJs but far short of spectacular. Willamette Valley Pinots are among my favorites and this ones earthiness and red berries improved on day 2. Would buy again based on value but not a favorite PN. — a month ago
Espiral
Vinho Verde White Blend
Young, slightly effervescent mid-dry wine with subtle flavor of apples and citrus. Don’t complete summer without enjoying this on a hot day. Very inexpensive too! — 2 months ago
Sutter
Doris & Leopold Daham Grüner Veltliner 2023
Just sampling Gruners and fell in love with this one. Nice dryness and minerality with a touch of fruits. Wish this wasn’t out of stock at TJs as it would make a great wine for Thanksgiving. — 3 days ago
Big Churn
California Chardonnay 2022
Yeah, there’s oak and butter and vanilla but those flavors are too intense and almost artificial on the finish. I’ll spend a little more for my next Chard which should be much better. — a month ago
Maison Barboulot
La Comptine Cabernet - Syrah Blend
An exceptional value from TJs - why don’t I purchase this great cab/syrah blend more often. A touch of sweet up front with dark berries and a little vanilla oak. Yum! — 2 months ago
Emma Reichart
Rheinhessen Pinot Noir Rosé 2022
Strawberries and raspberries with a little acidity and sweetness in this great value from TJs. Been staring at this one for the longest time - finally purchased and did not disappoint. — 3 months ago
Marietta
OVR Old Vine Red
Great zin but I can’t figure out what else is in the blend. Dark color and dark red berries and cherries in a mid-bodied, smooth blend. This is lot 74 — a month ago
Charles Pierre
Vignes d'Autrefois Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Great Sancerre from TJs with citrus and stone fruit and a touch of tropicality. Would definitely buy again. Typically choose sauv Blancs from NZ but love this French one! — a month ago
Trader Joe's
Reserve Lot# 258 Willamette Valley Pinot Gris 2023
Whether it’s Gris or Noir, I love Pinots from the Willamette Valley. This one from TJs didn’t disappoint. More flavorful than many Pinot Grigios, this one had some tropical fruitiness found in NZ Sauv Blancs. A touch of sweetness on the finish too. Delish! — 3 months ago
Steve Goore
A special price (at least short term) at TJs of only $6.99! Hadn’t tried previously as it was twice the price and I thought the bourbon barrel exposure would be a turnoff and too heavy. Turns out, this is a solid cab. I preferred the 2022 over the 2021. — 3 days ago