Trader Joe's Cherry Blossom Wine

Trader Joe’s is known for their unique product selections and super low price-points for their wine. This Cherry Blossom Wine at Trader Joe’s sells for the low price of $4. But is it any good?

What is the lowest amount you would spend on wine? You can get stellar wine for great prices from Chile, Argentina, and Spain. However, would you dare spend $4 and expect a decent wine?

Wine at the Right Price

Price does make a difference. I would spend $4 out of curiosity. I bet most of us would. As the price goes up, we become a little more cautious. We don’t want to waste our hard-earned money after all. This is why a little bit of wine knowledge can help reduce the risk of making a bad pick, even at higher price points. (I recommend starting with The 7 Noble Grapes – yes this is a shameless plug for other content on my website.)

So, what about this $4 wine from Trader Joe’s? Have you had any wine from Trader Joe’s? What did you think? Post in the comments and tell us your experience.

Trader Joe’s Cherry Blossom Pinot Noir – Worth It?

I tried the Cherry Blossom Pinot Noir with a friend of mine. She was the one who introduced me to it, actually. We were both pleasantly surprised.

The Cherry Blossom Pinot Noir was very easy to drink. It had light red fruit notes of raspberry and strawberry with a pleasant vanilla aroma and flavor.

Cheap Wine Tip:

Keep in mind that some cheaper wine can have a slightly off taste. Sometimes that will flash off after the bottle has been opened and air is introduced. Decanting the wine can also help to flash off any skunky flavors.

Typical Pinot Noir and the Best US Region for Pinot

Regardless of whether the Pinot is cheap or not, you can expect it to be a light red wine that is really nice to enjoy on its own (without food). That’s because it has light tannins. (Tannins are that bitter, dryness that you’ll find in wine like Cabernet Sauvignon. Find out more about tannins in this post.) It’s also a great food wine as it pairs with a variety of dishes from salmon to chicken marsala to pot roast. (Find out more about Pinot Noir pairings here.)

One of the best regions for delicious Pinot Noir in the US is Willamette Valley, Oregon. Pinot Noir from that region will cost you $30+. What you’ll get is a greater depth of flavor and nuances. This is a cool climate which means you’ll find crisp acidity and light red fruit flavors. You’ll also find lovely oak flavors that give the wine a rich, deep layer of flavor.

Now, go forth and be curious about Pinot Noir whether it’s from Trader Joe’s or Willamette Valley! Enjoy!