Wine Recommendations for February 2009, A Look at California Wine.

Wine recommendations for February of 2009 focus on California Wine. Though California continues to win praise for its wines, prices have been rising. Never-the-less we have found several that are well rated and reasonably priced. If you are looking to buy California Wine, here are some ideas for you:

The Whites

Rodney Strong Sauvignon Blanc Sonoma County Charlotte's Home 2007. With notes of peaches and lime. Score of 88, $14.00 USD. California.

Bogie Sauvignon Blanc California 2007 With notes of citrus and a bit of spice. Score of 85, $10.00 USD. California.

Surf Point Pinot Grigio California 2006 A lovely wine with notes of pear, honeysuckle, and apple. Score of 87, $9.00 USD. California.

Sterling Chardonnay Central Coast Vintner's Collection 2007. A medium-bodied wine with floral and citrus notes. Score of 88, $10.00 USD. California.

Mirassou Pinot Grigio California 2007. With notes of apple, spices, and lemon. Score of 86, $12.00 USD. California.

The Reds

The Hess Collection Cabernet Sauvignon Mendocino-Lake-Napa Counties 2006. Notes of plum, raspberry, and cherry. Score of 88, $17.00 USD. California.

Cline Cashmere California 2007. A blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre. A medium bodied wine with notes of berry and spice. Score of 86, $17.00 USD. California.

Kinton Syrah Santa Barbara County 2006. A full-bodied tannic wine with notes of berries, herbs, and minerals. Score of 89, $19.00 USD. California.

Domaine de la Terre Rouge Syrah California Les Cotes De L'Ouest 2006. A full-bodied wine with notes of berries, black cherries, and pepper. Score of 87, $16.00 UDS. California.

Trinitas Zinfandel Contra Costa County Old Vine 2006. A spicy wine with notes of wild berries, sage, and pepper. Score of 87, $18.00 USD. California.