On Thu, 24 Mar 2005 16:29:36 GMT, MikeD > wrote:

>
>ALDI Stores USA is now stocking Burlwood Cellars wines. These are
>produced buy E&J Gallo for the Hotel and Restaurant industry.
>
>I've not tried them yet, but ALDI has five varietals: Cabernet
>Sauvignon, Merlot, White Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay, all
>at $5.99 per bottle. I picked up a bottle of 2003 Merlot and 2003
>Sauvignon Blanc to review for the web site, and was curious if anyone
>has ever tried these before?
>
>Thanks,
>
>Mike


I never cared for Burlwood. When I lived in the Caribbean, we sold it
as a catering wine option. I believe it was created to be sold as
such( also house wine). Because it was produced specifically for the
Hotel and Restaurant Industry there was no way for the consumer to
gauge a price for the wine, as it was not available retail.

I believe we purchased for $3.99 and sold for $25 as our least
expensive catering option.