At the beginning of the 21st century in California became popular designation (also Extreme value or Value wines) for excellent, but nevertheless inexpensive wines already around few dollars. The most famous brand of this genre is "Charles Shaw" from the Bronco Wine Company. See also under Fighting Varietals and Brand Wine.
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