Charles Shaw Winery

33 HARLOW CT
NAPA, CA View map

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The Charles Shaw label is best known for producing wines of “extreme value.” These became popular when marketed exclusively out of Trader Joe’s grocery chain for $1.99, known commonly as “Two Buck Chuck.” It is owned by the Bronco Wine Company out of Ceres, California. The wines are produced from the usual suspect grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Zinfandel (as White Zinfandel “blush” wine). The Valdiguie style is produced to mimic Beaujolais Nouveau wines, and Pinot Grigio in limited quantities. 

– Description from Amanda Schuster

Varietals Produced by Charles Shaw Winery View all

  • Sauvignon Blanc

    Sauvignon Blanc is widely grown in California -- at over 15,000 acres, it’s now the third most planted variety -- and...

  • Cabernet Sauvignon

    “King of the Red Wine Grapes.” The colonizer of the vineyards, pushing native wine grapes into its shadows. The Caber...

  • Merlot

    The Occitanian word “merlot” translates to “young blackbird.” An accurate description for this popular, early-budding...

  • Syrah

    The irony here is that Syrah’s origins could give Carmen Sandiego a run for her international wallet. Syrah’s deepest...

  • Chardonnay

    British wine writer and critic, Jancis Robinson, once noted that throughout the 80’s and 90’s in the United States, C...

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Charles Shaw Winery on Snooth

  • I am interested in setting up long term purchase agreement of buying large number of table wines, e.g., 10,000 cases per month for export. who shall I contact with? My email is stone95035@yahoo.com

    Comment by 1270403Snoother 1270403 1270403 Snoother 1270403


  • dear sirs, I have been buying your wine by the case at Trader Joe's in Tucson for years. Recently I bout some 2012 cabernet that is just "not good". Also some 2012 merlot that is not as good as I have been burying for a looong time. What is the problem? Your white wines seem to be ok.....for now.... Would appreciate info from you about wh...

    Comment by 1161823Snoother 1161823 1161823 Snoother 1161823


  • Charles Shaw Chardonnay California 2005

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    Wine review by joesakat


  • location to purchase charles wine f34949t pierce fl

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  • I love yellowtail wines but these foam corks are very hard to remove please go back to the original cork corks . Thank You Sue.  Read More

    Forum post in the topic Corks


  • I used to spend a LOT of time on snooth, but a job assignment took me away for awhile.  I am seeing some new faces, and some old.  As one who is catching up, I would like to hear from some new people here.   I think/hope we all share not only a love for wine, but a desire to share our experience.  Welcome, new Snoothers! Read More

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  • Charles Shaw Cabernet Sauvignon California 2010

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    Very nice Cab for the price. Let it breath and it delights. Fruity (blackberry aftertaste) Best inexpensive Cab I have tasted. Read More

    Wine review by whitergw


  • Charles Shaw Cabernet Sauvignon California 2010

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    does not have the body of a zin, but, very good. Let it breath and it is delightful. lingering blackberry aftertaste. By far the best inexpensive cab I have had. Read More

    Wine review by whitergw


  • How do I find out the ingredients similar to other products that I buy??? like how much sugar, what's added, what are the ingredients???? jmurphy8@san.rr.com

    Comment by 1093786napawine5 1093786 napawine5


  • Charles Shaw Cabernet Sauvignon California 2005

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    No written review

    Wine review by Robin Ray Scott


  • Charles Shaw Pinot Noir California Nouveau 2004

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    No written review

    Wine review by Robin Ray Scott


  • Charles Shaw Nouveau

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    My husband and I tried the 2011 "vintage" of this red table wine, and really enjoyed it. We are your basic wine novices, but we've taste loads of reds at our local wine store, and this is really comparable with some very nice reds. It is dry, and the tannins are present but mild. We detected notes of black cherry, berries, & plum. This rating co... Read More

    Wine review by sarahbeader


  • Charles Shaw Zinfandel Blend California White Zinfandel 2009

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    No written review

    Wine review by LadyEnigma


  • Woodbridge Merlot 1997

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    This wine is priced right for what you get. Problem is like most consumer Mondavi varietals it's absolutely atrocious. I understand the winery is beautiful and it's an established napa valley brand, but their product might as well be Charles shaw Read More

    Wine review by Takiharo


  • If anyone has tried this quiet and extremely affordable wine, you will no doubt be surprised by it's quality. For the price and consistancy, it has a great following. All I can say is to try it. You just might be surprised.

    Comment by 379160Crys 379160 Crys


  • My wife and I would like to thank you and your staff for making the best wine we have had in a long time. It is also we thank TRADER JOE'S for moving into Omaha Ne, otherwise I do not think we would have seen this great Wite Zinfandel 2009. My wife and I really enjoy the fruitfulness and the flowery flavor. Thanks Daniel & Mariella Maca...

    Comment by 647106DanMaca 647106 DanMaca


  • Where can you buy the two buck Chuck besides Trader Joe. We live in Louisiana and would love to be able to purchase the wine.

    Comment by 618196fgerstein 618196 fgerstein


  • Are these wines available in the Dallas,TX. area? If they are, where can I purchase it?

    Comment by 594089mr peabody 594089 mr peabody


  • I WAS NOT A FAN OF WINE UNTIL I HAD YOUR PINO GRIGIO. BUT, NOW I FOUND OUT THAT I HAVE AN ALLERGY TO YEAST. CAN I STILL DRINK YOUR PINOT GRIGIO WINES? I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT AND CANNOT WAIT UNTIL I GET HOME TO HAVE A GLASS OF YOUR WONDERUL WINE. WE DO NOT HAVE A STORE IN OOUR AREA TO PURCHASE YOUR WINES, BUT MY FRIENDS KEEP ME WELL STOCKED WHI...

    Comment by 580344noosey6 580344 noosey6


  • Greg T is correct that Gallo is involved in Gascon, but, they are still owned by the same family they have been for a century. Gallo distributes them due to their huge distribution chain already in place along with many others such as Martin Codax, Davinci, and Ecco Domani.

    Comment by 539000Winegeek1 539000 Winegeek1


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