Wine Classics to Try: Renowned Classics & Their Body Doubles
Here, five true classics and five bottles that are similarly excellent but less costly.
Syrah-Viognier Blend
Classic
Côte Rôtie
2006 Jean-Michel Gerin Côte Rôtie Champin Le Seigneur ($64)
Alternative
Australian Shiraz-Viognier Blend
2007 Domaine Terlato-Chapoutier Shiraz-Viognier ($23)
White Burgundy
Classic
Premier Cru White Burgundy
2007 Vincent Girardin Puligny-Montrachet les Perrières ($116)
Alternative
Mâcon White
2008 Gilles Morat Pouilly-Fuissé ($29)
Champagne
Classic
Tête de Cuvée Champagne
Krug Grande Cuvée ($180)
Alternative
Top Grower Champagne
2002 Vilmart & Cie Grand Cellier D’Or ($90)
New World Cabernet Sauvignon
Classic
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
2006 Caymus Vineyards Special Selection ($130)
Alternative
Washington Cabernet Sauvignon
2006 Gorman Winery The Bully ($42)
Bordeaux
Classic
Bordeaux Saint-Émilion
2005 Clos Fourtet Saint-Émilion ($150)
Alternative
Bordeaux Côtes de Castillon
2005 Domaine de l’A ($40)
Andrea Immer on Bordeaux
Wine Advice & Pairings:
American Wine Awards 2009 
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F&W’s Pairing of the Day