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Washington's Wines: Worth a Look

by Richard Fadeley

The U. S.'s northernmost wine-producing region, Washington state, has soil and climate conditions that give it a clear advantage over the rest of the country in producing wine. Richard Fadeley's panel tastes a sampling of some of the state's best wines. More.

Hugo

Markus Huber 2010 "Hugo" Nieder-österreich Rosé Sparkling ($14.99)

Clear, bright salmon color, pours up with a rich, creamy, pale-pink head that falls back gradually leaving "lace" to coat the glass. Light red-berry aromas lead into a bone-dry, fizzy and tart flavor with a hint of white grapefruit, refreshing and palate-cleansing. Gentle 11.5% alcohol and food-friendly acidity make it an excellent table wine; its appetizing fizz and crisp, clean flavor makes it a fine aperitif. An Austrian blend of Pinot Noir and Zweigelt.

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Taylor Eason

More flavor, less money: Buying wine on a budget

Taylor Eason

More and more Americans are drinking wine every day. But, as Taylor Eason knows, most of us can't fork over $20 per night for the stuff. So she's put together her tips to finding "super affordable, tasty wines to pair with dinner or to scratch that end-of-the-work-day relaxation itch we all have." Read her tips.