So, I was browsing my local liquor store and came across a wine called Recession Red for $3.99 (this is on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, Andre is more expensive). I looked at the bottle. Merlot. Just what I was in the mood for ... but could it possibly be any good?I asked the guys at the counter and they were like "Oh yeah, everyone loves it, it was in the New York Times even!"
So I bought it. I have yet to find that article, but you know what? It's delicious.
It's a 2006 Merlot from Recession Wine Company of Livermore & Ripon, California. The copyright is 2008, so clearly the wine came before the marketing idea.
The idea is good. The wine is good. The price is unbelievable. Imagine the smiles if you showed up to a dinner party with Recession Red. Recession Red is my new favorite wine. Keep an eye out for it!
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12-01-2008 @ 11:22AM
Vivien said...
Hey Annie, which store is this at? I'm at the UWS and there's no wine under $9 by me. I will travell for $4 wine!
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12-20-2008 @ 12:51PM
felnaje said...
hey annie thats right a very cheep wine but exelent flavor ;)
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