12 Cheap Red Wines That Taste Like A Thousand Bucks

Looking for wines to stash away, but don’t want to break the bank? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered.

We’ve said it once and we’ll say it again: There’s absolutely nothing wrong with cheap wine. Because delicious and inexpensive bottles of red wines do exist.

A good bottle of wine doesn’t always come with a big price tag.

Trust us when we say we’ve got an inexpensive bottle for every wine lover out there. We’re talking delicious red wines that cost no more than $20.

But for those on a limited budget, red wine can be a luxury item because we truly believe good wine can fit any budget.

Here is our list of the best cheap red wines whose quality outweighs their price tags.

 

Best Red Wines Under $10

Esser Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

A bottle of Esser Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

This wine has a unique taste that sets it apart from its peers at similar price points. The berry-driven Cabernet is known for a slight peppery taste which is attributed to the Petite Sirah grape that is used in the production of this red.

Priced at approximately $10, depending on your city and state, it is another wine that delivers more bang for your buck.

Bodegas Nekeas Sindoa Tempranillo

The Tempranillo grape is lauded as the basis of some of the best tasting wines of Spain and Portugal. Originating in the Navarra region of northern Spain, the grape has now been thoroughly adopted by Californian, Argentinian, and Australian growers.

A bottle of Vega Sindoa Tempranillo

Thankfully, this has resulted in an abundance of affordable reds derived from the Tempranillo grape at local wine stores. This particular brand has a good reputation among wine critics, and at only $8 per bottle, it is a certified bargain.

What sets this wine apart is the hint of spiciness, which gives it a certain lightness of flavor that suits a barbecue or summer picnic perfectly.

Wolftrap Syrah Mourvedre Viognier

You may notice a trend among these more affordable wines — unique flavors and ingredients that create a sensory experience that defies conceptions of what cheaper wines can offer the palate.

A bottle of Wolftrap Syrah Mourvèdre Viognier

The 2018 Wolftrap follows this pattern, as it has a pronounced blackberry flavor that mixes well with its more-subtle dark plum and spicy undertones. This Syrah-Mourvedre red will ensure you don’t break the bank while giving a dinner gift or enjoying it for yourself.

Jaboulet Parallele 45 Rouge

When shopping for a bottle of affordable red wine, you won’t find many quality options until now. The Jaboulet Parallele 45 is a wine based on the Grenache-Syrah blend that is made all year round.

A bottle of Jaboulet Parallele 45 Rouge (FR)

The major dominant flavors that go inside are cherry and blackberry. The wine has got a great balance of certain elements like citrusy, silky, and somewhat cherry-like.

Best Red Wines Under $15

Roscato Rosso Dolce Provincia di Pavia IGT

This rare blend of red wine was produced in Lombardy, Italy. The IGT label denotes wines that were made with more freedom, introduced in 1992.

A bottle of Roscato Rosso Dolce Provincia di Pavia IGT

This lush and balanced dessert wine has intense aromas of blackberries and wild berries and pairs well with chocolate and caramel. It also has a low ABV of 5%.

Campo Viejo Rioja Tempranillo

Coming from Spain, the Campo Viejo Rioja Tempranillo has soft, supple, clean lines similar to Pinot Noir but with a spicy punch. It has a very intense rich flavor of ripe cherries, strawberries, vanilla, and spice.

A bottle of Campo Viejo Rioja Tempranillo

If you are in Spain or want to enjoy this red wine to the fullest, we recommend pairing it with grilled veggies, meat, pasta, or tapas. This wine has 13.5% alcohol by volume and a rating of 88/100 points.

M. Chapoutier Les Vignes De Bila-Haut Rouge

In our list of the best red wine under $15, we start with the M.Chapoutier which comes from a village called Cotes Du Roussillon in France. With an ABV between 12-14%, this wine goes well with any lamb dish and has a red and intense texture.

A bottle of M. Chapoutier Les Vignes De Bila-Haut Rouge

If you have a good nose, you will be able to smell the smooth, leather-like chocolate-flavored cherries from your glass. Berries dominate the aroma and taste of this wine.

Cline Lodi Zinfandel

A bottle of Cline Lodi Zinfandel

Considered among the top 10% of all wines in the world, the Cline Lodi Zinfandel is made from the grapes of the Lodi region in the USA. You can pair this wine with beef, lamb, or poultry.

You can smell the fresh and deep aromas of leather and berries in this red wine. The Cline Lodi Zinfandel also has a very concentrated essence of vanilla and red fruits. It has an alcohol content of 14%.

Best Red Wines Under $20

Skouras Saint George-Cabernet Sauvignon Peloponnese

A bottle of Domaine Skouras Red St. George-Cabernet Sauvignon Peloponnese

The Skouras red wine is one of the best recommendations in the $20 range. Not only is this a cheap yet high-quality red wine but it also has Beaujolais-like fresh cherry flavors.

This red wine is produced by Domaine Skouras and goes well with duck, goose, and game. In terms of notes, you will have a 90% indicative blend and 10% Aghiorghitiko.

Moss Roxx Ancient Vine Zinfandel

A bottle of Moss Roxx Reserve Zinfandel

The Moss Roxx Reserve Zinfandel comes from the grapes grown in Lodi, California. This region is especially known for its great wines due to the quality of grapes.

Goes well with portions of lamb, you can sense the notes of blackberry, pepper, and tobacco in the Moss Roxx red wine. Produced by Oak Ridge Winery, it contains around 14% alcohol and is well-rated at 4 out of 5 on major wine review sites.

1000 Stories Bourbon-Barrel Aged Zinfandel

A bottle of 2013 1000 Stories Bourbon-Barrel Aged Zinfandel

The 1000 stories Zinfandel comes from Mendocino County in the USA. It is made from zinfandel grapes and tastes great with lamb.

When it comes to alcohol, this red wine has 15% ABV. In the first sip, you will be greeted with the dominant taste of bourbon. A few more sips and the toasted barrel, black pepper, and blackberry jam can be sensed.

Meiomi Pinot Noir

A bottle of 2017 Meiomi Pinot Noir

The Meiomi Pinot Noir is one of the finest selections in the list of best red wine under $20. With every passing year, they have been consistent with the way their wine tastes. It’s admired everywhere across the globe.

Pinot Noir is famous for its taste and smell, the Meiomi is no exception. You can smell the cherry-like aroma and a fruitful floral hint on your palate. This red wine goes well with chicken and turkey and has around 13-14% alcohol content.

Source: AdvancedMixology

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