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Good Wines That Come in a Jug

This summer, head to the picnic with wine that tastes good and costs little

By Evann Gastaldo,  Newser Staff

Posted Jun 29, 2009 2:22 PM CDT

(Newser) – Jug wine has a bad reputation, with many considering it cheap and low-quality—but it doesn’t have to be that way. Bring along a jug o’ wine to your Fourth of July picnic, and it’ll be gone before you know it. To help you accomplish that, the Wall Street Journal set out to find the best jug wines under $15:

  • Concha y Toro “Frontera” Sauvignon Blanc 2008 (Chile): This fruity, crowd-pleasing wine is a steal at $9, and would be perfect for the cup-holder on your floating pool chair.
  • Folonari Soave 2007 (Italy): This $12 wine is fairly neutral, but the fresh flavors and hint of peach give it a summery feel.
  • Citra Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2007 (Italy): Unlike many jug reds, this $10 vintage isn’t too heavy—it’s uncomplicated, but doesn’t lack depth, so enjoy it with a burger or steak.
For the complete list, click the link below.

The new Mini-Barrel by Red Truck Wines offers high-quality wine in a 3L package which keeps wine fresh for up to 40 days.
The new Mini-Barrel by Red Truck Wines offers high-quality wine in a 3L package which keeps wine fresh for up to 40 days.   (Business Wire)
A visitor tastes Franciacorta wine, at the international wine fair Vinitaly, in Verona, Italy, April 3, 2008.
A visitor tastes Franciacorta wine, at the international wine fair "Vinitaly", in Verona, Italy, April 3, 2008.   (AP Photo)
A wine judge sniffs wine during the Vietnam International Wine Challenge 2007 in Hanoi, Nov. 12, 2007.
A wine judge sniffs wine during the Vietnam International Wine Challenge 2007 in Hanoi, Nov. 12, 2007.   (AP Photo)
An Italian fisherman drinking from a wine jug, before setting out on a day's work.
An Italian fisherman drinking from a wine jug, before setting out on a day's work.   (Getty Images)
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COMMENTS
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Mad
Jun 29, 2009 9:43 AM CDT
"Concha y Toro"??? Shell and bull? WTF? I'll stick with cannabis
cfbailey
Jun 29, 2009 8:00 AM CDT
lets not forget Gallo....they sell no wine before its time......aged 7 hours

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