Sunset's 2011 Western Wine Awards – Sunset Magazine

Our judges tasted 500 wines to bring you the most extraordinary. Plus this years top wine bars, tasting rooms, and wine pros

2011 Western Wine Scene

This year’s top wine bars, tasting rooms, and wine pros

October 28, 2011

October 28, 2011

West’s Best Wine 2011: Steals

At $15 and under, these bottles are sure to please your palette and your pocketbook

October 28, 2011

October 28, 2011

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Our judges tasted 500 wines to bring you the most extraordinary. Plus this years top wine bars, tasting rooms, and wine pros

West’s Best Wine 2011: Good Values

From the $16 to $25, these bottles offer the best bang for your buck

October 28, 2011

October 28, 2011

West’s Best Wine 2011: Connoisseur

These bottles range from $26 to $40, and are ideal for an adventurous palette

October 28, 2011

October 28, 2011

Our judges tasted 500 wines to bring you the most extraordinary. Plus this years top wine bars, tasting rooms, and wine pros

West’s Best Wine 2011: Special Occasion

When a moment calls for something special, try one of these bottles, which range from $41 to $60

October 28, 2011

October 28, 2011

West’s Best Wine 2011: Deep Pockets

For those with deep pockets—or a reason to splurge—these bottles are $61 and over

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