ADVERTISING: Advertorial — 2023 favorites and staples on our dinner table
Laura Olson
As we wrap up another year, it's time to look back on some of my favorite, accessible and affordable wines of 2023. Having The Dinner Party means I'm lucky to have access to a wide variety of excellent local wines as well as imports from around the world. This year, four wines stood out as staples you’ll find on our dinner table and in our cellar.
The 2018 Gifford Hirlinger State Line Red is a robust red blend from just across the border in Walla Walla, Washington. This small winery sources grapes from premier vineyards on both sides of the state line, creating a bold table wine with layers of blackberry, cherry, and spice. Aging in oak barrels adds hints of vanilla and cedar. Led by winemaker and owner, Mike Berghan, a native of Sandpoint, Idaho, Gifford Hirlinger captures the essence of this unique cross-state region while allowing us to have that sense of local support at the same time. While this is not a complex wine, it's eminently drinkable and pairs well with hearty pasta dishes and grilled meats. For an everyday wine with a sense of place, the Gifford Hirlinger State Line Red is a winner.
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