I just found your channel and am thrilled. It's exactly what I needed. As the only drinker in my home, I'm always on the lookout for affordable wines that I will like ( I can't finish a bottle every night! ). I live near a new Trader Joe's and although the staff is helpful, I have not found much that checks all the boxes. The pandemic forced me into early retirement so Indulging my love of food and wine has been a challenge. But I've since honed my cooking skills and with your help, can enjoy my meals with a good bottle of wine. Thank you! I'm headed over to watch your Costco video.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hi Maggie, thanks for the good word. I’m glad you found my channel. I routinely post wine shopping videos from TJs, Costco and Total Wine. If you have specific wine questions, please ask. Cheers. 🍷

I’m staying away from ALL domestic wines, especially California wines unless it’s been dry farmed and they don’t use pesticides or herbicides. General domestic wines are causing me headaches and other problems. Moreover the alcohol content on the label doesn’t have to be accurate from what I’ve heard and could actually be much higher. I’ve been drinking only wines from Italy where they don’t generally irrigate, and the DOC and DOCG labels are very strict. And many wines are using Demeter standards. In my opinion American wine industry needs to clean up its act. (The KZread channel with an assessment of the domestic wine industry, and the benefits of old world wines, is called Wine Revealed. It’s stunning!!

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

There are CA options that are free of pesticides and herbicide. The alcohol can vary by 1.5% versus the label statement. If Italy is working for you, it’s all good.

@gingergobble5539

2 ай бұрын

I’ve been trying to buy non-bioengineered foods or coated with “natural” resin. Shellac is #1 ingredient on lemons from Aldi. Getting harder and harder to find. What non-toxic wines have you found and where?

@TheIdeaMan144

2 ай бұрын

@@gingergobble5539 Most stores selling wine have Italian wine. Do a bit of research but many with the DOC and DOCG designation are much safer alternatives to domestic wines in my opinion. There’s a series here on KZread that talks about how the California and domestic wine makers are going for only profit at the expense of our health (one of the reasons so many people get headaches and don’t feel well after wine). I’ll try to find the series and update my opinion and information. Again this is all JUST my opinion.

Thank you for doing Trader Joe’s videos throughout the year. I recently read an article on Vine Pair that most ppl in the US who drink wine like the $11-20 range and Trader Joe’s packs a great portfolio in that range. While I do enjoy wines higher than that range, I love to know which wines I can readily get at my local TJ’s and also which ones to bring to friend who like “I don’t know, any red wine is fine..not too dry but not sweet”…

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for taking time to post a comment. Much appreciated. $11 to $20 is a popular price segment, plenty of very good wines in that range. TJs does a good job under $20 and they change up the assortment to keep it fresh.

The best thing about TJ wine is the lack of price gouging. There are labels that they sell that haven’t changed price in 20 years.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

I agree. There is no built in fat, no marketing money, no inflated frontline pricing with phony sale prices, etc. It’s a simple, clean business model.

Another great video. Very much what I appreciate. Your value, findable, specific bottle videos rock! Thanks again. I've had good luck with Red Blends at TJ in the past. That one is top of the list.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Matthew! 🍷

Loved the video, above all enjoyed that you mentioned the descriptors 💕

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Kind words. Thank you.

Thanks Bob.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for supporting my channel. 🍷

Love the Grenache from Rasteau! Dry and VDNs. Who am I kidding, pretty much love Grenache from southern France. Underrated IMHO. As are multiple southern France regions.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Same here. Grenache, especially old vine and low yield. 🍷👍

thanks Bob, i really love when you tastings from your local shops! i’ve tried several and i have been so thrilled with them. i think for us average Joe’s picking wine is not only a daunting task but also a huge let down when we end up with a wine that gets poured down the sink or is just barely enjoyable. i wish you all the best with your channel ! cheers!

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the very kind message. I’m glad my videos are helping you find wines to your liking. My channel is still quite new, a bit over one year old. Much more to come. I appreciate the support. 🍷

Bob, your video popped up on my feed yesterday. My wife & I are big fans other Rhone valley wines. Today I went to my local TJs (close enough I could walk to it, but not carry wine home). I bought six of the Rasteau based on your review. I am going to subscribe as I enjoyed your presentation.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hi Rick, I’m glad you found my channel. Thank you for subscribing. Cheers! 🍷

TJ holds a special place in my heart as the place i started my wine journey. I would purchase all of the red varietals of TJ reserve to teach myself what a cab ie, etc.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Makes sense, it’s an opportunity to taste broadly for not a lot of $$.

Tremendous! All six inexpensive TJ's wines were good or very good. Can't beat these prices! , A nice, soft Pinot Noir is a party-pleaser, the Pouilly Fume could make a nice summer Sauvignon Blanc, heck, I'd like to try them all! I'm most intrigued by the Chilean blend. I have the capability of laying it down for a few years to see it develop. Unfortunately, I'm in NJ, and these may be tougher to find here. A Master of Wine like yourself can introduce people to better wines at affordable prices. Thank you!

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

Ай бұрын

Hi Bob, thanks for the good word on the TJs video. Plenty of good values to explore. Cheers! 🍷

I just discovered you, and was very impressed. I appreciate how you describe the grapes and the extraction, tannins, and color. It’s details that helps me choose. The Trader Joe’s wines have a good variety. I appreciate their tastings and have bought many. I recently tasted and bought a Masi Canall Pinot Grigio from Trentino, A DOC classification. Very delicious, was $7-8. It goes for $18.00-24.99 on line. Traders has some very affordable and good wine. Thank you for your reviews, I’ll be watching.❤

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hi Cynthia, thank you for the kind message. I’m glad you found my channel. I agree with you, TJs is an excellent place for value priced wine. Cheers, 🍷

You came up in my feed. Subscribed and rang the bell. I like wine and always in search of good value. Certainly found it here.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hello Frank, that’s good news! Thank you, much appreciated. Cheers. 🍷

Thanks, love to buy wines from TJ

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Plenty of good ones. Thanks for commenting. 🍷

All good wines you chose, I workers at TJ’s for 9 years and I drank 99% of the wines they sold to help me become the “expert” in wine at my store, and they offer some nice cheap wine bargains. Like Satis Dei from Spain. They have a really good $5.99 Sangiovese too.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Nice. I’ve had Satis Dei, very good. Unique bottle design. It must’ve been interesting to try most of the TJs range.

As always great vids to learn from. Is there a standard temp I should think about when serving the Pouilly Fumé? I know you said chilled but want to get a range. Thanks again Mr. Paulinski!

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hi Matt, thanks for the good word. An hour in the fridge will work, about 50F. Too cold will mask the aroma and flavors. Cheers!

Thanks again for all your great work! I’m still hoping you will do a Total Wine version as we don’t have very extensive wine selections at TJs in Texas

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

I appreciate the message. Attached is a recent Total Wine Bordeaux video. kzread.info/dash/bejne/nn5_w6mDe9GuZbw.htmlsi=aCWUBQdXL9hFyeUc

Thanks for the great explanation, Bob, of why Pinot Noir is different from, say, shiraz - and bigger reds. Also for the tip here on Rasteau as an appellation (and on Fronsac in a different video on Bourdeaux) - these off-the-beaten-path places can deliver a lot. Finally - I had been wondering about that TJ's Grand Reserve Barossa Shiraz, and will now pick up a bottle (or more) with no hesitation! Cheers!

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

I appreciate the good word. I'll be drinking some of Shiraz later this evening. Cheers!

Another great video Bob! Right when you said Pouily Fume I knew it was SB, only because I was paying attention in your daily quizzes - see you can teach an old dog new tricks. I'm going to see if our local TJ has any of the above mentioned wines, but I'm really looking to the Rasteau if they have it.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hi James! Thanks for the good word. Daily quizzes working its magic! I’m an old dog too! A Rasteau for $10, happy days. Cheers. 🍷

I reside in Jacksonville, FL. We have an OCEAN of wine here, sold even at gas stations. I buy most of my wine at Costco, where I find the best values, some even fantastic. I go to TJ's to fill in the gaps with less popular varietals that Costco doesn't carry. Mostly, though, what I find there are interesting, but mediocre, bottles at attractive prices. Still, worth a look from time to time.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

I lived in Jacksonville for years, great place. I’ve posted many Costco videos. TJs has plenty to offer if you move up for the opening price point wines.

Thank you so much for this! I truly enjoy learning about wine tasting and find your videos informative. I live in SoCal so I do shop at Trader Joe's and Costco and enjoy taking my time as I go through the wine selections. I find myself always grabbing Daou Cab for my go to red - for cooking, drinking, great easy and always reliable for a $20 bottle. Recently, I picked up a bottle from Elizabeth Spencer (Napa) from Costco. I believe it was in the $40 range. It was a cab and I served it at a dinner party. It was a big hit! A couple of my guests took pics of the label. I have looked for it again and was only able to get it 2 other trips. Do you know much about Elizabeth Spencer? Hope to see more of your videos covering Costco and TJ! Cheers from lala land.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

I appreciate the good word, much appreciated. Daou is solid and consistent. It’s an impressive place to visit. As for Elizabeth Spencer, the wine volume isn’t huge. My guess is it’ll come and go Costco. It’s a very good Napa source, they must make at least 25 different wines, some in low quantities. Thanks for commenting. 🍷

Agree with the Rasteau. Have bought it for multiple years at TJs.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hi Claudia, it’s a gem. I didn’t know it was sold in past years.

Your work is appreciated. TJ'S does offer some good quality for value wines though i find more miss than hit. Thus having wine experts review online is very hopeful. I drink wine daily so i always hunt for wines that over deliver their price point. It is important to enjoy what you drink regardless of price and pedigree. Sometimes i wish my pallet less selective and could save more green backs.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hi Brett, thank for the kind words. There are plenty of good values, it’s just a matter of choosing the ones right for you. 🍷

I’m the only wine drinker at my home so I tend to be a cheapskate, but I appreciate this aid to selecting some new wines. I’d like to mention one TJ’s wine I’ve enjoyed for the last few years is a $5.99 Emma Reichart dry Riesling. I’m not a tasting pro and obviously not a wine snob, but I think it’s worth a try for those who like dry whites.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

I spotted that Riesling, but didn’t pick it up, perhaps I should. Thanks for commenting.

I enjoyed your tasting review of TJ wines. I’ll pick up a bottle or two of Rasteau which I think is a good value.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

It’s a solid wine! Thank you for commenting. 🍷

I grew up where the stores originated with the real Joe.....Pasadena/South Pas, CA. No matter where you live in So Cal you're never far from a TJ's these days. That said your channel popped this morning and I made note of these wines. Now I can shop with confidence. Usually I select moderately priced wines based on the labels or just ask an employee for "something red" or "something to make sangria with" ....either red or white. Now I'm off to see how many of these wines I can find at my local store. 🥳🍷Cheers!

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hi Gina, thanks for the good word. Same in NorCal, plenty of TJ's to be found. You should be able to find most of the wines. Cheers!

@johnkenney7217

Ай бұрын

Do you remember Pronto in South Pas, which existed basically as the first TJs even before the Pasadena one?

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

Ай бұрын

@@johnkenney7217I don’t know that one.

Great videos, Bob. I really like your channel and the reviews of all ranges from Trader Joe’s to higher end wines. Just curious, sometimes you’re so effusive of some Trader Joe’s wines that I wonder how they stack up for you to the top producers in their respective markets. How do you think, for example, you would appreciate in a blind tasting a Penfolds Syrah vs its TJ’s sister product? Might be an interesting comparison of the top brand vs the TJs version.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hi Sarah, thanks for the kind words. I think TJs would stack up well in many cases. They run lean on the supply chain keeping prices sharp. It would be fun to compare them side by side with popular brands. All tasted blind. That would be a fun video. 🍷

Trader Joe's is a great place to buy wine. I don't understand earlier comments to the contrary. Their reserve wines are almost always a sure thing. One side comment for you, Bob...the taste of coffee - you said "Expresso," but real coffee buffs would want to hear "Espresso" - not trying to nit pick you by any means, and my apologies if I did.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

I’m a big fan of TJ’s for both the range and reasonable prices. I watched the video again. I mispronounced it! How in the world did I get it wrong? 😂

So, Bob , how many corks remain under your couch ? Love your videos . BTW , I had my first White Burgundy ,a Patrick Javillier Bourgogne Cote d'or Cuvee Oligocene 2020. Just so lovely! Cheers, Jack

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hello Jack, There’s a large bucket sitting on the floor behind me. Haven’t hit once with the backwards toss! 😂Your first White Burgundy is from a fantastic source. That’s the way to start! Cheers!

I was surprised to learn that Trader Joe's belongs to Aldi since 1979. But to Aldi Nord and not the Aldi that actually owns the Aldi branded stores (Aldi Süd) in the US.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

I know there is a connection but I’m sure of the specifics I think there’s a family link between the two as well.

Nice vid as ever bob. Out of interest do you come across much menetou-salon in the states?

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. Not a lot of it, but most specialty stores will have at least one.

Even though I live far from any Trader Joe I still get a lot from these videos. I am drinking something interesting, finishing another Rudolf Fürst Riesling, Bürgstadter Berg Erste Lage 2018. After having had the 2017 of this one, and the 2019 of the GG Centgrafenberg I must say that I prefer the cheaper option, even without considering the price. Next bottle I'll open will probably be a Godello. Cheers!

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

As always, I appreciate the good word. Funny thing about liking the cheaper option more. I find that it happens with me often times. Where is the Godello from? Cheers!

@mikaelplaysguitar

2 ай бұрын

@@bobpaulinskimasterofwine The Godello is from Bierzo (El Zarzal) but I ended up opening a white Priorat by Terroir al Limit instead, "Terra de Cuques" 2018. Very interesting and tasty stuff.

@mikaelplaysguitar

2 ай бұрын

@@bobpaulinskimasterofwine The Godello is from Bierzo (El Zarzal) but in the end I opened a white Priorat: Terroir al Limit "Terra de Cuques" 2018. A very interesting and tasty wine.

Hi Bob, I really enjoy your content. Not having a Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn account, I am going to try this place to ask you a question. Like yourself, I lived in Australia for a few years around 1990…and came to love their wines. Lindemans Padthaway Chardonnay was my favorite. I have contacted them to find out where Incan source it….unfortunately not made anymore. If you’ve tried it before, can you please recommend replacements for me…as I really miss that buttery oaky flavor. Thank you, Martin

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hi Martin, thank you for kind comment. As for tracking down your Chardonnay. Look for Chardonnays from the Limestone Coast. Padthaway is a town in that region. Wines from that area will have some similar characteristics. I hope that helps.

Thank you for your videos, can you please adjust your camera angel, zoom out a little so we can see the bottle that you are reviewing

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the good word. I’ll get a better bottle shots worked into the videos. Cheers. 😘

You think that Shiraz is worth picking up if I usually drink a Penfols Shiraz/Cab Sauv blend?

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Penfolds makes a lot of different wines, not sure which Shiraz/Cab you’re drinking. Yes, it’s worth a try. 🍷

Could you comment on your wine glasses? I like the shape of the Rasteau one.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

Ай бұрын

It’s a Schott Zwiesel Red Bordeaux glass. I picked them up at Williams Sonoma.

@theshapeshifter232

Ай бұрын

@@bobpaulinskimasterofwine cool, thanks. Love your channel btw. 🤙

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

Ай бұрын

@@theshapeshifter232Your comment is much appreciated!

What do you do with all the corks you tossed over your head? LOL ...You're my goto Guru for TJ and Costco wine recommendation. Thank you for all that you do.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

There’s a large bucket resting on the floor behind me. Trying to hit a few shots, so far haven’t hit it once! 😂 After each video, out comes the broom and dustpan. Thank you for the good word on the videos, it’s much appreciated. Expect more in the coming months. 🍷

Hi Bob, I’m curious on your thoughts on additives in wine when you talked about cheep Pinots having color added to look darker. Do you think wines is more manipulated than spirits like whiskey, gin and brandy? I’m not suggesting we go all natural. I’m surprised to see that we have a Barolo for a low price. Don’t remember if I’ve had it. I know I did buy the Paso Robles Cabernet Franc but didn’t try it. I was staying at someone else’s place and left it there. I’ll have to get another one and try it.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Hi. Interesting question. Manipulated wines could have color additives like Mega Purple, but it also could be color extracting enzymes or it could simply be blended with deep color red. I don’t know enough about spirit production to comment. The Barolo was $15, haven’t tried it, but know someone who has. I’ll pass on it. The PR Cab Franc, is good for the cash.

@johnkenney7217

Ай бұрын

Yeah , when you find a jammy Pinot like Meiomi - yuck.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

Ай бұрын

@@johnkenney7217 That is a prime example!

@BigBadJerryRogers

25 күн бұрын

​@@johnkenney7217that's funny. They make those wines that way because that's largely the American palate, those are the people who buy wine in grocery stores.

Really nice lineup. Also resonates with the poll from yesterday, a bit of here and there. I've noticed that you comment on colour density and reason a bit about it: is it mainly because it's the one thing the viewer can see in the video, or is it also because you normally use it as a waypoint to understand how the wine was made, whether you're tasting blind or not?

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

A bit of both. When blind tasting color density, fade at the rim, color, haze, etc can tell much of the wine. Color can also be linked to pH. It’s one indicator of climate and health of the raw fruit.

@juanmanuelmunozhernandez7032

2 ай бұрын

@@bobpaulinskimasterofwine that is revealing. I've often heard that colour says little (except the obvious, like pale reds, golden whites and so on). I now see more can be made out of it, and I'll keep it in mind.

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

@@juanmanuelmunozhernandez7032 It reveals a good amount on the wine. Age of the wine, cellar treatment, health of the fruit, etc. Sometimes it can hint if the wine has been manipulated in the cellar, mega-purple, color extracting enzymes, etc.

@juanmanuelmunozhernandez7032

2 ай бұрын

@@bobpaulinskimasterofwine Wow, that's something to dig one's head into! This week I'll be talking to the wine school in Madrid that's brought the Diploma, see if I can finance it somehow and hopefully enrol!

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

@@juanmanuelmunozhernandez7032 Good luck. I think you’ll do very well.

MoonX Pinot Noir happens to be my usual weeknight go-to drink for red and Monique Sauvignon Blanc for white

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

It’s been a long while since I’ve tasted either. I think both have been around for a very long time.

Can you work on your pronunciation of French names...pls!?

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

It’s always a challenge since I’ve been to 40+ non-English wine producing countries. I do appreciate your comment.

I've never found a decent bottle of plonk at TJs that wasn't sold elsewhere. And TJs wines are uniformly terrible. I put myself through (at 42) Sonoma State working in tasting rooms. I know wine. On a side mode, I enjoy your videos very much but I disagree on your take of Sonoma Zins. I live in Amador County. That should tell you all. Smiles!

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment. We don’t agree here, but that’s ok. It alway leads to good conversation over a glass. And I appreciate the good word on my videos. Cheers. 🍷

@meggieturi

2 ай бұрын

Wine snob.

@BlindTom61

2 ай бұрын

@meggieturi I rarely pay more than $10 for a bottle of wine. You have to know where to look and what to look for. I am hardly a wine snob. Did you not see my use of the term plonk? That should tell you what I drink.

@UncleHoCM

2 ай бұрын

​@@bobpaulinskimasterofwineI'm with Bob on this one.

@UncleHoCM

2 ай бұрын

"I know wine." 😂

What about so not two buck chuck, still tastes good!

@bobpaulinskimasterofwine

2 ай бұрын

This was meant to look at wines from $10 to $20. I didn’t look at Charles Shaw. How much is it now? $3.49?