Oak Leaf Vineyards
February 12, 2008
It has been indicated that the industry should keep an eye on a player that just entered the field last year, Oak Leaf Vineyards, a brand of The Wine Group in San Francisco. Oak Leaf sold around 500,000 cases in its short time on the market. The wines are available at Wal-Mart, where they sell for $1.97 a bottle.
The idea of a super affordable table wine caught on rapidly. A wine that was drinkable and at a price that would allow wine to be served at the dinner table more often and in more households seemed to be what consumers wanted.
Seeing a trend in the making and being consumer-oriented, super-retailer Wal-Mart has entered the low-priced wine market.
The wine is Oak Leaf and it sells for the amazingly low price of $2.97. Because of federal wine laws and other considerations, the Wal-Mart name will not appear on the label, but Oak Leaf is exclusive to them and will only be available at Wal-Mart stores. The wine is currently on the shelves and is being featured in all Wal-Mart stores where wine may be sold.
The questions now are, “How many more major retailers who sell wine will be looking for an inexpensive brand to feature,” and “Will the present glut of wine grapes eventually run out and send prices skyrocketing?” We are sure that there must be many retailers who will wish to capitalize on this trend. No matter, it looks like for the time being, the public will be the real winners in this one.
From News-Leader.com
Over all it seems that Charles Shaw “Two Buck Chuck” Finally has some competition.
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Just tried this merlot with some shrimp for two. Might not be what you would do with shrimp, but we like it.
It’s about time that a person (that interested in wine) can purchase a good quality wine at a very affordable price. Granted, you may not impress the lady, but for a good table wine with great taste, this wine is hard to beat for the price. I do not think it will stay at this price for long and that’s a shame. Thanks to Oak Leaf for making such a nice affordable wine.
I have been a wine lover for 35 years and have had some extremely fine, expensive, wines. I have tried this new Oak Leaf and find it surprisingly good for an every day table wine. Whether it is Merlot or Cabernet, I have found this to be an inexpensive addition to our dinner table. My wife is fond of the Pinot Gregio and she is difficult to please. Keep up the good work. I just hate to see it spoiled by a severe price increase that’s inevitable.
Great Wine for the price we bought Three cases for the wine cellar!
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Love the Oak Leaf Pino Grigio. It can’t be beat.
Everyone we have served it to cannot believe the cost of the wine.
Keep putting out great wines like this.
great for the price and very smooth
I purchased one bottle of each of the Oak Leaf Wines available at Wal-Mart and was pleasantly surprised to like them very much. Now I would like to know where I can buy some more.
Forty years ago when I first began drinking reds, nearly all of it came from France…. and with the exception of the Grand Crus, we Americans pretty well got stuck with what the French called ‘vin ordinaire’. You never knew what a bottle would taste like till the cork was popped and often as not got a nasty surprise. Oak Leaf is an American ‘vin ordinaire’: a little rough (the Merlot is at any rate), but palatable enough to drink with an ordinary meal. At least with todays wines, even the least expensive, there is a consistency from year to year.
Well im on a super tight budget and I needed my wine
I could not believe there was a bottle for $2.97 AT WALMART!!! I almost didnt buy it. Thank god I did because I found a new favorite, it tastes great, smells good, and is $2.97 a bottle AMAZING!!!
I have tasted a lot of different wines including some very very expensive ones. Oak Leaf Cabernet is one of the best I have tasted., We love it…..
I love the Oak Leaf White Zinfandel for the price! I would like to know where I can purchase it by the case.
After consuming several bottles and several flavors of this Gold Medal award winning spirit. I give this a 10.
I never give wine a 10. I almost always as a rule try different manufacturers & flavors and only occasionally try the same one more than once.
For some reason I’ve been in a holding pattern with OakLeaf.
I appeals to me. As a matter of fact i just completed a bottle of Merlot it’s my 5th total over the last 30 days and to top it off I prefer all the flavors room temperature to chilled. how very interesting that is. A 1st. I have contacted the vineyard suggested that they increase their price without question. this is not just a every day table wine. It is my thought that once word gets out amoungst the winetasting comunity that this could stand to be put in the $20 to $50 dollar range as far as I’m comcerned. I’ve consumed a case over the last 5 to 6 weeks I really like this label folks. purchase it now. before the price goes up.
I think it’s a great deal.
Not bad but remember you get what you pay for. Dont drink too much or you will get a cheap wine hangover. Besides that I would say it is worth it. The Cab ranks a 7 for me.. Merlot is pretty bad and I would stay away and spend the extra money for Barefoot or better..
Originally got a variety of Oak Leaf wines for a house party of about 75. But, after all of that, we decided we really love the Pinot Grigio. My wife and I go through about a case per month. The best affordable table wine we have found as of yet
My wife and I like to have a glass of red wine at our evening meal. We bought a bottle of the Oak Leaf Merlot at our local grocery store and tryed it. We have been drinking red wines for quite some time now and can appreciate the experience of a good wine. Well, we were pleasantly surprised and went back and picked up a case of this. It’s quite a releaf to fine a buy like this in todays economy.
I found this wine at Wal Mart like everyone else and thought as cheap as this is it can’t be good !! But much to my suprise the wife and I love it !! We were only buying a couple of bottles at a time but now we buy 6 to 10 bottles , its all good to us , for those of you who don’t like it , don’t buy it !! and please Oak Leaf keep the price down !
Yeah yeah its from wal mart but, not only is is cheap, its tastes pretty good too. I’ve tried a couple of the REDS, and wasnt very pleased. But I am a pinot grigio drinker and find that for 3 bucks, its pretty good. I mean a case is about 40 dollars. I always buy it for just a glass or two at night. Of course go a bit fancier if you are having a dinner party or etc, but otherwise…it’s a great little deal. At least the pinot.
I dont know about purchasing by the case. You look crazy in wal mart with 12 bottles, but hey, its a deal right? Ive done it.
Ya you would definitly look like a fruit loop walkiing around with 3 cases of wine… I mean how do you even ask for them in wal-mart? Excuse me Good wal-mart patron… Could you get me a case of your cheapest wine?
Good wine, all the way around, the price and the taste. Tried more expensive wines and Oak Leave is just as good. I’ve been to winery’s and done several wine tasting and these are good wines for a much cheaper price. Why pay $15.00 for a bottle when you can get one comparable for $3.00.
I really love them … all! We don’t have a bottle shop in my small mountain town and i’m happy! I have nooo problem buying several bottles. And, I think it’s also sold at Rite-Aid drug stores. Cheers!
This wine rocks! If you choose not to buy this wine, then you are really dumb. I have been to many festivals all over the world. From Germany to Brasil and this wine is the tops. Plus its a nice buzzz.
Like many of you I walked by it going to Walmart and decided to try the Merlot, I was pretty impressed. I have had and tried many wine and this isone of the best cheap wine I ever had. Im french and Im difficult when it comes to wine, this is a wine “sans facon” perfect for a simple dinner with some friends along with other wines and cheese, or simply an everyday of the week wine with dinner,its nothing fancy yet good Enjoy
Tried several varietals of Oak Leaf. I Poured them all down the drain. A thin wine that would not be a value at half the price. I am a believer in quality low price wines but this was not worth drinking. Other brands like Barefoot are a better value even though they cost a few dollars more.
I don’t understand all the negative feedback. Oak Leaf’s Pinot Grigio is far superior to Chuck Shaw or even Barefoot when used to scrub that stubborn ring around my bathtub.
When my friend and I first discovered Oak Leaf at “WalMart”, we thought – wow, 2.97, are you kidding. Those who know us will say we are the “wine experts” – we really are not but that is our drink of choice. We both have tried it both the chardonnay, pinot grigio, and the merlot. All seem very good to us and for the price its a steal! Like the others I would hate to see the price increase especially in this day and economy.
The Oak Leaf is a major hit with me and my friends…..we buy ours from CVS (drugstore) 3 for $10! I always keep on hand!
I wanted to fill my wine fridge I just recently purchased and I bought a bottle of the Pinot Grigio. I thought what the heck lets give it a try. I opened it and smelled the wine first and was found of how it smelled. I took my first sip and thought WOW this is a good wine for how much I paid for it. I definitley will be buying it again!! I just hope they don’t turn around and make it expensive!! :0) Thanks Oak Leaf!
this is the best cheap wine i have ever tasted. walmart ran out
Had Oak Leaf White Zinfindel last night with dinner. Delicious! And in these difficult economic times, it is actually cheaper to drink than soda pop! Hooray!
We had a private blind test wine tisting with 6 friends. 6 reds from 2.97 to 16.oo and the Oak leaf was the full groups choice.
Recognise that not all peoples taste is the same. We buy at least 4 bottles a week.
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It’s my favorite Merlot of all the cheepies (and the not so cheepies). I would like to buy 10 cases at a time. I’m aware that all people would not like it as much as me… (different strokes for different folks), but thank you Wallmart for bringing me this fine wine for such a cheap price.
I love Oak Leaf wines. I was a big fan of Two Buck Chuck but Oak Leaf wines just taste better. I’ve introduced several friends to this wine and they are now fans as well. It’s excellent for inexpensive, everyday wine!
Look at the wine-snob haters!
Oak Leaf is on par with two buck, and I firmly believe it’s much smoother than barefoot (Cabernet). Thin? a little, but it has a decent leg; it’s not a wine for investment (if that’s what you are looking for, you probably lost your shirt to Bernie Madoff or R. Allen Stanford);
this is a table wine that’s meant to be opened and enjoyed…which I WILL. And those of you too embarrassed to buy a case of it, don’t be ridiculous…the Walmartys would look at you in awe, thinking you know some secret, and what do THEY know about your business? I find it humorous that Walmart public perception is an issue. That’s just silly.
Oh, as of two nights ago, there were three giant empty sections in the wine aisles. Yup, only ONE bottle of merlot left on the shelf, so SOMEONE likes it!
I started drinking Oak Leaf In Florida. We moved to Kansas and I have to travel to Missouri to buy it because of the laws that prohibit wine sales at the WalMart stores in Kansas. I had told my friends and family about this great, inexpensive wine and then I saw on the cover of Oprah one month ” The $3 wine that will surprise you.” I was excited to see that even Oprah appriciated it! I hope the price stays the same. In this economy we can use a few breaks on our little “extravagancies.”
I was in Wal-Mart yesterday and was looking at the wine display of Oak Leaf wines which I hadn’t heard of. Also was not sure about that low price. I was going to purchase one bottle to try. I got to talking to a lady that was buying 20 bottles for a party. She said she had bought them before and was surprised at how good they tasted. So I bought a bottle of each. My husband and I shared a bottle of the White Zinfandel last night and it was very nice. Glad I ran into this lady.
Not a bad wine for the price. I prefer the cabernet over the merlot, as it is a little harsh. Overall, very nice!
Oak leaf has become my favorite wine, the first time i tried it was cause a friend of mine got it , after having a glass of pinot grigio wich is my favorite, I asked what kind of wine is it?? It is the one that Walmart sells, really???? Im a wine drinker and this brand is very good!!! I even tried shiraz is great as well, no crazy about the ones are blend, thank you for this prices I always have wine at home and now i like to share it!!!!!
This Sh-t. is one step above jug Sh-t. Aroma? If you hold your nose you can get it down. I’ve tried the Cab and Chard. Only wine amateurs drink Pinot G and Merlot. And there is a apparently a lot of wine ignorant people here who can’t tell the difference. Well you are talking WAL MART. And the type of person that shops at WAL MART is one step below the Costco customer. They probably live in the slums, and they consider McDonald’s a Restaurant.
McDonald’s is not a Restaurant? Bull poop!
I have been making wine for about 10 years and it is amazing that Oak Leaf can make this wine at this level of quality for this price. I have never been impressed with ultra cheap wine (boxed, screw on lids and such) but this one is pretty good and great fo the pice.
First time trying this wine, and I can’t get enough of it. The color is beautiful and the taste I love. I will be buying this one again!
You know, I really like this wine. I actually purchased this wine to make German gluvine (sp.) warm wine. There was a little left and my girfriend and I tried it and to our amazement it was rather tasty for the dollar. If you either looking for a new favorite or a couple bottles to get you through this tough economic time with a little more cash in your pocket, this is the wine for you. Remember, 15 dollar reds here in the US are at bargin basement prices ($2) in France. There may be something here!
I, like others, couldn’t believe the price so I bought a bottle of Sauv Blanc. For $3…why not? Haven’t tried it yet, but will update.
PS – Dr. No, consider going back to “grammar”-school.
I have been a ‘red winer’ for years and this is certainly a welcome addition for every night with dinner. I, as were most, was pleasantly surprised.
Dr. No, I also shop at Costco and on rare occasions, drive through McDonalds (rare only because of the healthy lifestyle I attempt to maintain other than the occasional McDonald’s binge).
I guess those who feel the need to belittle must be overcompensating for something…..shame on you for being so condescending to those who enjoy saving money in this economy.
I’ve had many many many high end red wines and this little $2.97 bottle of Cab is a keeper! I will be the one you see in Wal Mart proudly asking for it by the case so I will always have it on hand.
Hey, every dollar saved on wine is a dollar to spend at Costco and McDonalds!
We drink way too much of this stuff–usually the Merlot or Cab, but now they’ve added a Shiraz to the lineup and that is quite decent also. The wine does not compare to some of the better mid-range wines in the $10-15 range but can’t be beat for an everyday table wine. The added bonus is the looks you get when you plop a case into your cart right next to the super-sized family pack of toilet paper.l
The Oakleaf Vineyards wine are an excellent buy. I believe that it is comparable to wine in the 10-15 dollar range. Great everyday table wine
I enjoy buying Oak Leaf in the box, however, I have been unable to find it in a Merlot. Is it available? Thanks – Ray
I think the oak leaf is a good cheap wine. When I went into walmart I could not believe the price. My favorite is the Pinot Gregio.Please dont go up on the price.
I have been trying for almost a month now to purchase cases of Merlot, Chardonnay and White Zin at our Wal-Mart and have just gotten the runaround. They finally said they’d order it in and call me, well, I haven’t heard a word. I spoke to the assistant manager tonight and he’s “going to call me back’. Yeah, right. What’s the deal anyway?? I can go into ANY Wal-Mart in AZ and purchase it for a dollar cheaper than here in WA where I can’t even get it!
Thanks,
Jan
This is clearly the best valued table wine that I have tried. I have traveled around the world and have had much more expensive wines that were not as good. I have been trying many different wines for over 26 years. This is a great deal!!!!
This wine is really the only reason I go to Wal-Mart. It is so much better than Two Buck Chuck. Definitely a good taste for the price!
Great wine. Don’t forget to serve properly, red is room temp.(get one for 25 cents. wine coaster) use pretty napkins or coaster, white is chilled for 30 min. accept the compliments Enjoy and remember more that half is in the presentation.
We were intorduced to Oak Leaf when I saw a lady at WalMart buying several bottles. For $2.97 I was sold. Brought one bottle. Now buy it all the time. Our idea of ‘good wine’ was something with a cork in it rather than a screw top. I guess we are drinking ‘the good stuff’ now. Dr. No I believe you to be a’ wine snob’.
surprice to find wine at wallmart, Love the price, and the taste is not bad, Felicidades!!!
Several months ago my husband and I got together with our good friends who are also our wine drinking buddies. We were outside on their patio and they served glasses of red wine. I noticed how smooth this wine was and told them it was really good and what was it. They looked at each other, as if to say “should we tell them?” After trying the merlot & cabernet we decided to start buying up until we had what we needed for our daughter’s upcoming wedding – cabernet, chardonnay and their white zin. Our friends have ordered special personalized wine bottle labels for them and there is absolutely no doubt everyone will enjoy these wines. Our favorite is the cabernet but our daughter loves the white zin just as much as the Beringer white zin. Nice to have affordable options that also have quality appeal.
Not bad
I don’t care how oak leaf wines are made. They’re cheap as hell and delicious. I can afford to have wine every night of the week.
You can not ask more for a wine that price. Thanks to The Wine Group for their initiative to release a really cheap and good wine.
Since we shop Walmart all the time, we must try the wine. We were pleasantly surprised when we tried the first bottle. Since it is so affordable, we’ve purchased it on a weekly basis. Best of all it is a pleasure to the palate, and the price isn’t bad either! Our favorites are Merlot, Shiraz, and Chardonnay, but are on our way to try the others.
What can I say~ For the price it is a GREAT table wine~ Italy basically!
The wine is great! has a wonderful and bitter/tart taste, for the ladies. pls condider white zinfandel, chardnay the green bottle for real wine drinkers, who wants the party effect! and merlot for the quality of wine . they are all great! keep up the wonderful work ! the wine is great . shutter homes has nothing on you . their wine is so wattery compared to yours.
I drink a glass of wine almost every night and used to drink 2 buck Chuck ’till I started getting migraines the size of California and the taste got pretty bad with newer crops back in ‘05-’06. I discovered Oak Leaf last year and the taste is really wonderful! I mostly drink the reds but the occasional Pinot Grigio/Chenin Blanc blend is so great (notes of pear, apple, and a buttery finish). Plus I do NOT get migraines from Oak Leaf (unless overly dehydrated, in which case any alcohol would cause them).
I buy it by the case as much as possible – no price discount, just easier to transport and less restocking trips (and if you’re going to Wal-Mart worried about what others think, just look around – it’s just the real people in the world being themselves
Barefoot is my other drink of choice if I’m not in a Wal-Mart, but even that has given me wicked migraines before from just one glass.
Go Oak Leaf, and thank you!
We found it in Walmart…..love it as an inexpensive great flavored wine…..in this ecomony…it so fits our budget without compromising the taste…..thank you Oak Leaf….please keep it at its budget price and we will help to keep you in business…..
GREAT TASTE! ……..GREAT PRICE!……..MOST IMPORTANTLY NO HANG-OVERS!!! I USE TO BUY EXPENSIVE WINES AND ALWAYS GET A HANG-OVER THE NEXT DAY (JUST HAVING TWO GLASSES)…3 YEARS AGO MY BOSS’S WIFE TOLD ME ABOUT OAF LEAF & I’VE BEEN DRINKING IT EVER SINCE!
I tried my first bottle of Oak Leaf Cabernet last week and was expecting it to be disgusting because of the price, but I said “what the heck, I’ll try it” and I’m glad I did. Just bought 10 more bottles tonight. Love it!!
we have tried wines from all over-cheap to expensive. oakleaf is our wine of choice, either the cab. or chard. our walmart can’t seem to keep it in stock; so oakleaf must be doing something right! we also wish we could get walmart to stock by the case-but, we get nowhere with the store managers in Ga.
To all to the wine snobs out their that are paying way to much for their juice I say— you are fools for not checking out The Oak Leaf
This is good old made in the USA wine, that kick ass, .
let face it most of us real wine folks know that this good stuff and will give allot of wine a run for the money once the word get out
Keep drinking it and they will keep makeing it,,,
Nice to stay in touch with someone who did so much for me.
who did so much for you?
I buy Cab at Wal-Mart here in Arizona, I love the wine, and it is a great price. I hope the price doesn’t increase. Last year it was 1.97 a bottle a real steal. It is now 2.97. Great wine!
Trish
I have been a satisfied Oak Leaf buyer for well over a year. That is, up until now! I have a box of chardonnay that is totally unacceptable; it is un-drinkable in its flavor, aroma, and overall rating. You might want to check this “batch” ..the numbers are: 00609 09:42 R23, expiration date: Jan, 06.2010. I thought I had found a replacement for “Two Buck Chuck”, but you have lost a customer.
Hello I am trying to find out how to buy a case of white zinfandel and send to my mom in Colorado. Please if some one could help me figure this out I would be greatful. Thank you!
Have tried all the Oak leaf wines. Like the Cab Sav and Sav blanc the best. “I’m not drinking that f***ing Merlot”. The Chardonnay had a little too much formaldyhyde in it for my taste. Great wine for when you get off the B shift and want to sit around and talk to the cat before cashing in.
I just finished the white zinfande from Oak Leaf and WOW! I was really, REALLY surprised! It can’t be beat for a good table wine and the price, well, don’t let the price fool you, this is a great wine!
Just bought my first two bottles of Oak Leaf. Sitting here easing down the Melot which seems very smooth for an inexpensice wine. We haven’t opened the bottle of White Zinfandel yet, but if it’s anywhere close to the surprise I’m having with this Merlot, I’ll certainly go back for more………and I don’t care how stupid it may look at Wally World.
My husband & I love our wine! We do know a good tasting wine when we taste one. We have tried all different wines and I have to say I really do like Oak Leaf. We first tried it at a friends house and thought it was good so asked where she purchased it and not being a regular shopper of Wal-Mart had to go just to try it again. It is higher in sulfites (so a litle bit more of a headache if you drink alot) but overall it tasted great as an everyday wine, along with the great price, you can’t beat it.
Oh and by the way, we wont drink 2 buck chuck. It is horrible in my opinion.
I have finished all my Oak Leaf reserves and it wasn’t easy. I prefer to pay an extra .30 per 1.5 liter and go for the Liberty Creek. Something about the Oak Leaf just says to me ‘drink this if you want to get cancer’. But I’ll keep it in mind next time the drain is clogged.
Well like many I was shocked at how good the reds were. The cab and shiraz topped with the merlot a notch or two down, started dirinking it in Christmas of 08 at Wally World, dont know how many bottles I have had. All I know is Walmart has a huge endcap with it and they have to refill every couple of days, the other vineyards must not beileve this success story, Happy sipping!!
You are all right… for the money it is definitely worth it. Any wine that taste good and you can purchase without buyers remorse sounds good to me!!!
1st glass sucks…2nd glass not so bad…3rd glass outstanding.
It’s all about age…LOL
Cabernet bought at walmart @ 1.79
First sip kind of hard to swallow, tannins all over the place
might not buy again. junk
For low budget wine I had a few bottles of Rockbrook Cellars from Bevmo…much smoother for 2 bucks
Oak Leaf white zinfandel is a great wine for little money. I paid $2.49 and its much better than many of the more expensive white zinfadels I’ve tried!
I am very impressed with this wine, especially for the price. However, the Wal-Marts near me (in Dahlonega and Dawsonville, GA) quit selling my favorite – Shiraz.
I would love to see it come back!
Hey, the WIne you buy 3 for $10 at CVS is not Oak Leaf its Oak Creek, and not too drinkable! I have actully bought this by the case, since i caught the stock guy putting them out on a Friday morning. It was handy, but of course they can’t ring up the case so they had to open it, was not handy. I first used this to throw parties!
Anyway, let the Merlot BREATHE! for a good 30 minues
I get very weary of my effete friends who insist on buying expensive wines when, in fact, they often choose cheaper wines … Foxfire, Vendage, Oakleaf … when challenged to a blind taste test.. Oak Leak is an exceptional wine for the price …. I only hope it’s popularity does not result in price increases, as happened with other wines introduced at bargain prices.
I began purhasing Oakleaf Merlot in the summer of 2009, and enjoyed everything about it! I shared the brand with many friends and they had equally good things to say about it. But my last few purchases have left a very bitter taste! The Merlot is not up to par and has grainy bits of tannin (maybe) in the bottom of every bottle. I am returning the past two bottles to Wal-mart! If they could make it consistantly, I will buy it consistantly!
I have lived overseas the past 3 years. As I was shopping in Walmart upon my return back to the U.S., I saw this cheap Oak Leaf wine. Since I am a wine drinker, I thought I would buy it to see how a “cheap” wine tasted, really expecting to just use it in cooking rather than drinking it. I was shocked at how good it was. My first purchase was the Shiraz. Needless to say, I made a return trip to Walmart and purchased one of each plus additional Shiraz. Great wines at an unbelievable value!
walmart charges 2.97
wish I knew what the alcoholic content is
Local WalMart had a Shiraz which was absolutely fabulous.
I tried one bottle and bought eight more before it was sold out.
I wish the box would hold up to being in an ice chest…. I love iced chardonnay on a picnic….. the cardboard carton soon comes apart when wet….. Really enjoy your wines….
I have had expensive wines, but when my hubby and I had an economy hardship Mr. Oak Leaf appear and let me tell it is not bad at all. In fact I continue to buy it and recommend it to my friends and families.
A fantastic bargain…. I aerate it with a Vinturi aerator….. makes it even more enjoyable
For the price, these wines can not be beat. Enjoy them and hope to still find them at Wal-Mart for $2.97
This Oak Leaf wine is great. Much better than Charles Shaw. The only problem is….I tried it when in AZ and could buy it at WalMart there, but back here in Colorado…WalMart doesn’t sell alcohol….SO WHERE CAN I GET SOME OAK LEAF IN COLORADO?
I admit that for many years, I was a wine snob. If it wasn’t expensive, I wouldn’t drink it. Due to the economic downturn, I found that I was drinking less wine because I just couldn’t afford it any longer. I discovered Oak Leaf about a year ago and suddenly there is a god. $2.97/bottle. UNNbelievable! Due to federal laws regarding labeling, the bottle can not say WalMart on it, but it is WalMart wine exclusively. Their Pinot Grigio is as good as any that I’ve had in the $25 range. Its about time that wine was sold at an affordable price. I’d buy Oak Leaf even if the price went up to $10/bottle.
For $2.97 You simply cannot beat it. Tried the Merlot today and positively love it. It isn’t harsh like most cheap wines and would make a great table wine for guests.
I am very impressed with the Cab. $2.97 was a bit scary….however when i got home, poured my first glass, took a sip…and the look on my face must have been interesting. This win is fantastic! Even for the complicated palate. The key to this win is its enjoyability…this wine is fun to drink. Its has various tones, that are distinct, lasting, smooth. I can actually taste the grape in this wine, which sometimes is hard to do in other wines, with all of the other flavors that rush to overpower each other. This wine seems to begin and finish equally. Please keep making this wine, fight to keep your price level, so the “Average Folk” like myself can enjoy this wonderful wine. Thank you!
I’ve been buying the cabernet sauvignon. I drink a small glass daily with my evening meal. I think I’m paying $4 a bottle. It has good flavor and aroma. My only negative comment would be that it is a little harsh on the aftertaste side. The above comments are funny. Arguing over what is better is like arguing over Pepsi or Coke, Budweiser or Miller. The stuff is $4 a bottle. Try it, if you don’t like it don’t buy it again.
I tried the PG, Ch, CS and Shiraz.. Thought it was way overpriced at $2.97. The reds are so inconsistent from bottle to bottle it is ridiculous. Funny.. people would buy crap if it was priced low enough
Great Wine.Great Packaging,Great Shelf Location at WalMart
Fantastic Value. Can it be Shipped for Gifts? If so please reply
All The Best
Cheeeeeeeeeeerz
Peter
For $2.97 ” What’s your beef”. I bought a bottle on the recommendation of a person checking out at Wal-mart. I did, not expect much. However, I was greatly surprised. Actually I was so surprised that I ran back to purchase more before they discovered that they made a mistake in price.
It’s seems as though the price raise has finally come. My local Walmart now sells it for $3.97… and I’m assuming all of them will be doing so. Stinks. Ah well, it was good while it lasted.
When funds are low this is a really great wine. I enjoy the cabernet and shiraz.
I never thought the day would come that 3 buck chuck would turn into 4, but oh well!! I will still buy it though because it is surprisingly good, and still affordable. I have tasted several expensive wines and this actually tastes better, and if you drink a little too much, the hangover isn’t so bad!!
I’M A SWEET WINE PERSON – WOULD OAK LEAF CONSIDER MAKING SWEET WINE LIKE BERINGER’S MOSCATO OR OTHER SWEET WINE LIKE MANISCHEWITZ BLACKBERRY WINE?
I have been a wine drinker and lover for many years. I recently started shopping at Wal-Mart. I saw this wine and was immediately suspicious because of the price. So I bought one bottle and took it home to try. I was so amazed, I loved it!! I went back the next day and bought 3 cases. I serve it all the time!! I find it is so funny how people rave about the taste and then when I tell them how much it cost they almost look embarrassed for going on and on about the wine. I love it and will continue to drink it all the time. Dr. No just a side note for you. I do not live in the slums and I do eat at Mcdonalds occasionally. So I think you should keep your ignorant judgements to yourself!!
I’m in love with the Oak Leaf Sauvignon Blanc, crisp with citrus, peppery flavor. Just as good as Kim Crawford’s Sauvignon Blanc.
Ok guys I picked up this wine because its late and Walmart is the only store open at this hour, and In the college town of kennesaw, wine is not a priority (fair beer selection, but wine.. not so much). Every bottle in the store was unrepeatable, so me and my girlfriend decided that if we were going to be cheap (I usually spend about $16 on a bottle of wine.. not too much but there are some great wines in that range) we should just go with the cheapest.
We are currently laughing, and I stumbled across this website looking for a review, as I was surprised that a Cabernet could be so…how to put it frankly?.. Bad. Its flat, bland, and overly fruity. A big flavor gap is missing as this particular wine is absent of that distinctive “woodsy dryness” that is nearly commonplace in even the worst Cabs.
Couldn’t give it 1’s, because with a B.B.A. in Finance and studying for my J.D., I can understand that at $3 a bottle, you can’t deliver anything special.
Also, to the people who are giving this wine raving reviews. Seriously? Grab really good Cabernet (Educated Guess v.2007 makes one for around $28) and tell me that it doesn’t change your mind.
I could care less about the snobbiness of the wine critics who want to spend too much for a bottle of wine. Most of us who are barely surviving, trying to hold on to our jobs before they get outsourced to china or some other country, and those of us who rent because we cannot afford an expensive mortgage (Financial Kiss of Death) on a house… we have no choice but to buy cheap wines due to budgets. I used to buy 2 buck chuck wines at Trader Joes, but the price went up too high. So I now buy the Oak Leaf wines at Walmart, and they are wonderful wines. My two favorites are the Merlot, and the Chardonnay. Which I am enjoying right now as I write this. Lovely white Chardonnay. I don’t care about the wine snobs or being an expert on wine. I just love a good, affordable wine that has no fuss about it. Simple wines for simple people like me. That is Oak Leaf. I leave the more expensive wines for the wine snobs and the millionaires who can afford to waste money on exspensive wines.
I am a working class man who is happy with this affordable wine. Without this affordable priced wine, only the rich would be able to enjoy wine.
I am happy with this wine. Every time I buy a bottle, I am pleased with it. When I am a millionaire I can enjoy the 28 dollar bottle of premium wine. Until then, as a poor working class man I will be happy with my 2 dollar bottle of Oak Leaf Wine.
My glass is raised to Oak Leaf in Cheers… great job on a decent wine at a very affordable price!! I hope to buy a hundred more bottles in the future!!
Eric Webb, San Diego, CA
I am sitting here laughing at those who think paying $30 for a bottle of wine means they’re getting “THE BEST.” I have no comment on the reds. since I like my wine ice cold. I have tried many many pinot grigios and sauvignon blancs; especially at upscale wine tastings. And you know what…………..buy them at Walmart. They are as good as and perhaps better than the high priced stuff.
Like many I have snubbed lesser price bottles 2-6 dollars a bottle. The I tried a Trade Joe brand of Green Fin Organic White Table wine, I loved it. The I tried a few lesser price Chardonnay wines, of which I poured out or cooked with. In the summer I really enjoy a crisp Sauvignon Blanc and decided to try the $2 to $6 price points, its been a hit and miss. I just finished a bottle of Golden Gate Vintners Sauvignon Blanc at Albertsen’s “it is drinkable when very chilled”. The at Walmart for the second time this year, I spotted the Oak Leaf Sauvignon Blanc, “NICE !!!” I agree with a anothers comment the Sauvignon Blanc is great for a Bakersfield Lazy Sunday summer lunch, served chilled, the wine is crisp with a citrus “grapefruit / lemon, and peppery flavor. I am going back to buy more … I may even try the Chardonnay
Damn good wine! I mean GREAT wine! This,along with the Merlot and Shiraz, can’t be beat.
Wine Enthusiast needs to do a feature on these wines and not just in their Top 10 Wines Under 10.00 column.
They have just opened a new Wal-Mart less than a mile from my house and needless to say, I will be buying more of these wines.
Great job and keep producing these great wines at these very affofdable prices.
I was in Florida this summer end discovered Hoak leaf wine and was surprised by the quality of this wine for under 3$
I am in Quebec Canada and woul;d like to now were could i find this wine around here……$$$$$
Had a favorable impression of Oak Leaf from all the reviews, so decided to give it a try. First let me say that having read almost all 118 reviews here, the quality of Oak Leaf seems to be hit or miss. If you try a bottle of a variety and like it, then you should run back to Walmart & get the rest, because the next shipment could be a totally different story. I say this as a way of giving the other, positive shiraz reviewers the benefit of the doubt.
I’m not a wine connoisseur, I’ve just read a bit, and I don’t generally prefer reds anyway. I purchased two bottles of Oakleaf Shiraz on Saturday, along with one bottle of the Zinfandel. I wish now that I’d gotten two Chardonnays instead of the Shiraz, or at least just one of each!
I opened the bottle to breath while I made a simple dinner of spaghetti. I poured a glass to accelerate the aeration. If that’s the right word! lol So, I give it the nose test, and…it smells like vinegar. Since I rarely drink reds, I think, nah, that’s not vinegar, that’s probably oak, right? Surely it couldn’t be….but it was. I took a sip while sitting at the table and, blech. Vinegar. No wine with the meal tonight. I poured it out.
So, I dunno. Maybe I got a bad batch. I have another bottle, but I’m not inclined to try it anytime soon. Maybe it would make a good vinaigrette? Actually, that’s probably a good idea for it.
I put the Zinfandel in the fridge to chill. If that’s a bust, I dunno. Might try the Chard before I totally give up, but if you can’t trust the quality, even $3 is $3. If I used the $3 to buy 3 lottery tickets I’d have just as good a chance of coming out even.
If you try it just buy one bottle until you’ve done the taste test. That’s all I have to say about that! lol
I love this chardonnay, Have purchased it for a few years now, and thought it was my secret! Very nice quality for the price. I am not a red wine drinker. The Pinot Grigio and Sauvignion Blanc are also nice, but I’ll stay with my charddy…