Wines from ‘the other 47’

America is experiencing a “viticultural explosion,” said Dave McIntyre in The Washington Post. Since 2000, the number of U.S. wineries has quadrupled, and the rise in quality has been just as steep. Many regions today are producing wines easily good enough to share cellar space with the West Coast’s best.

2010 Boordy Vineyards Cabernet Franc Reserve ($25). Maryland’s oldest winery replanted vineyards to boost quality, and it worked. This wine is “impeccably balanced,” offering bing cherry and white pepper flavors.

2010 McPherson La Herencia ($18). Texas specializes in “juicy, spicy” tempranillos—like this blend. “Think black fruits and a hint of leafy tobacco,” plus “the heat of the desert sun.”

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2010 Arizona Stronghold Tazi ($24). Pair this “luscious” white blend with Tex-Mex. It’s “floral and tropical, with sweet-ripe flavors.”