Laurie4b Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 We only can drink every once in a while due to health issues, so it's hard for me to keep up. I would love to have a handy list of tasty white wines and tasty red wines that are inexpensive. (No more than $20 per bottle; hopefully less.) Then when they go on sale, I can buy a few and stock up. I know that I like Merlot for reds. Not sure what other reds I like. Not sure about whites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnificent_baby Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 (edited) My favorite cheap wine is Barefoot Moscato. Ranges from $5-$8 in my area. Edited January 4, 2017 by magnificent_baby 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MFG Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Pretty much all the wines we drink fall into that price point! Bogle Vineyards have some good inexpensive wines. For red we like their Merlot and Essential Red (a red blend). For white we like a Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. That is more of a summertime wine. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 I like Relaxx Reisling. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 (edited) If you don't mind wine in a box, I really like Franzia Chardonnay. It is supposed to stay fresh for 6 weeks after opening, but my box never lasts that long. :blush: Other inexpensive wines you might try: Reds: Rex-Goliath Merlot, Livingston Merlot, Lucky Duck Malbec, Riunite Lambrusco, Three Wishes Merlot, Winking Owl wines (Aldi's) Whites: Gallo Family Twin Valley Chardonnay, Oak Leaf Vineyards Pink Zinfandel (Walmart), Andre Spumante (sparkling wine), Winking Owl wines (Aldi's) Obviously I am not a wine snob. :laugh: Edited January 4, 2017 by MercyA 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjand6more Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Do you have a Cooper's Hawk near you? I love their fruit wines. Costco has a Mango Prosecco that is awesome! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Because of the transport laws, some wines are available only in certain parts of the country. These are the "table wines" we use. We do splurge on a good bottle (and yes you can tell the difference) on special occasions or even just once in awhile...but these are the go-to's: Sweet white: Washington Hills Late Harvest riesling. Also Hogue Cellars, Snohomish Winery and Silverlake. Dry white: Josh, Chateau St. Jean, Waterbrook chardonnays are the go-to's. There are a couple of pinot gris' but I can't remember the exact names. Red: 14 Hands, St. Michelle Winery Indian Hills merlots. And we do drink the Three Buck Chuck from Trader Joe's as well, and are perfectly happy with their offerings for what they are. Those are the go-tos. My dh and I seek diligently to stay in the $10 or under range. A couple of these go over that but only by a couple of bucks, and most of them are in the $8-10 range. NOTE: I don't know if you have gluten sensitivity, but if so, do not drink boxed wines. They are processed using filters that contain gluten and that gets imparted to the wine. Those with wheat allergy might not notice it but celiacs do. :0) Cheers! :::lifts glass::: (later) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 I like Trader Joe's Honey Moon Viognier. It's a white wine, not too sweet. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Apothic Crush 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Marmalade Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Columbia Crest Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon is my recent surprise find. It's only $8 a bottle at Costco ($12 at regular grocery) and is incredibley smooth, fruity and delightful. I generally find cabs to be too oakey and harsh, but this wine is lovely. I have no problems drinking boxed wine though, and that's generally my go-to because I am the lone wine drinker in the house, and only enjoy a glass or two a week. With it being winter, I've been mulling my red wine and it's been delightful. I recently discovered that a box of Franzia Fruity Red Sangria makes fabulous mulled wine! I warm it stove-top with a handful of mulling spices, pinch of brown sugar and add some fruit if I have it. Don't let it boil- simply strain and enjoy. In the summer I like the Sangria over ice. For a white in a box, I really like Hardy's Riesling. It's a little more expensive than a cheap white, but it has great flavor and I have no trouble finishing a box. Hardy's used to make a Shiraz-Grenache blend that was the best blush wine- the perfect blend of tart and sweet. Sadly, they don't make it anymore, but I have enjoyed all of their wines that I've tried. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnE-girl Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 I like the Apothic blend wines, especially the Dark. The Apothic Red is really good too, but I prefer darker reds. They're about $8-10. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 I like Mad Housewife merlot. It is $10 a bottle in OK liquor store but 6.50 in Walmart in AR, 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeAgain Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 We like a few of the Casillero Del Diablo wines. They run about $14/bottle at Walmart. Smooth, full..definitely one of the better cheap wines out there (I even noticed Hell's Kitchen offering them to their patrons!). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 I think the Russians got it right - vodka is best for cold winter nights (or days). For milder winters, mulled wine isn't bad, Baileys in coffee or Irish coffee is even better. I just have this feeling the OP is in a warmer climate than I am. Wine to me is a 3 season drink. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebcoola Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 For red I like Menage a trois midnight, 14 hands, lucky duck malbec, and of course 2 buck chuck Cab 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milovany Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 (edited) I've wanted to enjoy wine for years but just haven't been able to stomach them. Just don't like the alcohol taste; this is true of beer, too. I give it a go every once in awhile but rarely, rarely finish a whole glass and usually stop after 1-2 sips. Sometimes I can find a sweet-ish wine that I do okay with (for example, the Barefoot Moscato listed above) but still rarely finish a glass. Recently we had the Roscato Rosso Dolce (a red) at Olive Garden. Not only did I like it, but so did everyone at the table who tried it. Usually when I tentatively like a wine, it's because it's sweet but this one isn't overly sweet; I rarely like a red wine because they seem to be stronger. My husband liked the Roscato and he usually thinks "my" wines are too sweet. It's alcohol content is a little bit lower and it's not a bubbly wine but does have a very, very slight tingle. I wasn't going to continue paying the $26/bottle we paid at the restaurant so I googled it and found that it's well-liked by many and is known as "the Olive Garden wine." World Market carries it for $10-$14 per bottle and I also found it at wine.com (lowest shipping from my research). Anyway, thought it worth a mention! Edited January 4, 2017 by milovany 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Barefoot Zinfandel is pretty good. For a lighter red wine, Mirassou Gamay Beaujolais is nice. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 (edited) My current favorite is El Portal Barrel Select. It came with a wine club box, and - yum. It's a red blend. Next would be a toscana, I'll have to find the specifics. Cline Ancient Vines Zinfandel is nice, too, I've only recently gotten into zins. Those are mine. DH is the wine guy here, so mostly I listen to him and taste what he suggests. If you have a Wegman's, talk to the people in the wine area - they are awesome! Oh! For a quick pick it up at Target wine - I like the Ménage Midnight, too. Edited January 4, 2017 by Spryte 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prairie~Phlox Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 I found a great wine app recently caclled vivino & I found Beringer wine on sale at both Kroger & Meijer. At Kroger it was $2.83/bottle, regular 8.99. At Meijer 3/$10, regular $11.99. We liked the ones we've opened so far. I like Oliver wines if I want something sweet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 I'm jealous of everyone who can get wine at Trader Joe's. Have you given any thought to saki? Plain saki can be warmed up. DH drinks plain, but I like the fruity ones. I recently discovered a green apple saki by Hana and it's my new favorite thing. I also like plum and cherry saki. Just make sure it says "saki." If it just says "plum wine" it's crazy sweet. They keep them together and TWICE I've brought home plum wine when I wanted plum saki. Saki is also more forgiving for those of us who don't finish a bottle in a night. It's still good for days, even weeks after you open it. It's kind of just taste it and see if you still like it. If yes, it's drinkable. If no, warm it up and taste again. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauraw4321 Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 Apothic red. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgiana Daniels Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 We're Apothic fans too! Sadly, though, wine often gives me heart palpitations :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 Louis Jadot Beaujolais is nice (as is the Jadot Nouveau-Beaujolais when it's available). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 Apothic Red is our current favorite, it is a red blend. NOT the dark one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbel Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 Chateau St Michelle Sauvignon Blanc Frontera Malbec Mondavi has a line that is between their "regular" wines and Woodbridge. Coastal? We don't happen to have any right now. Anyway, Mondavi is a reliable name in my experience, though the Woodbridge I don't think is all that great. Ravenswood wines are usually below $20, I think. I rarely will spend more than $15 unless it's for a very special occasion. We like their Zinfandel in particular Malbec is my new favorite red wine for general drinking. By that I mean, not matching up with a meal. I haven't tried it mulled (heated, spiced) yet but plan to this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 I like Trader Joe's Honey Moon Viognier. It's a white wine, not too sweet. THIS. :thumbup1: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retired Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 http://www.finewinehouse.com/roscato-rosso-dolce-nv.html?vfsku=dess313&vfsku=dess313&gpla=pla&gclid=CIzFkamtq9ECFYQ7gQodrxwJ0g this is my favorite sweet wine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnniePoo Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 Barefoot sweet red blend. You're welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seeking Squirrels Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 My favorite cheap wine is Barefoot Moscato. Ranges from $5-$8 in my area. Yep, this one is my go-to. I also like their Pinot Grigio. I like to get them in the little bottles so I can just have a single serving without opening up a whole regular bottle. We can never get it to keep well til the next night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MFG Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 This is what we use to temporarily reseal an open wine bottle. https://www.amazon.com/Vacu-Vin-Vacuum-Bottle-Stoppers/dp/B000GA3KCE/ref=pd_lpo_201_bs_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=S5X3RC337WR1Y5TVAPMY 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momling Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 I like Cocobon red wine. At Trader Joes, it's about 7$/bottle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 We like Clean Slate for a "house" white. http://cleanslatewine.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 Do you have a locally owned wine shop that does a free or minimal cost tasting? My local wine store does a Friday night tasting of five wines, free to those who buy a bottle or five bucks otherwise. This gives customers a chance to sample things that may be unfamiliar. And it is fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 We have found so many good wines this way! Do you have a locally owned wine shop that does a free or minimal cost tasting? My local wine store does a Friday night tasting of five wines, free to those who buy a bottle or five bucks otherwise. This gives customers a chance to sample things that may be unfamiliar. And it is fun! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJ. Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 I like bota box wines. My favorites are the malbec and nighthawk black. It is perfect for when you want just a glass and not an entire bottle. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squawky Acres Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 Admittedly, we live in NH and are spoiled by inexpensive state-run liquor stores, but I have found the following labels to be excellent wines in the $10 range: Hahn (especially the Merlot) Line 39 (I think it recently got the Wine Spectator value brand award) 14 Hands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachermom2834 Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 I like bota box wines. My favorites are the malbec and nighthawk black. It is perfect for when you want just a glass and not an entire bottle. Bota Box Malbec is one of my favorites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnE-girl Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 I like Cocobon red wine. At Trader Joes, it's about 7$/bottle. I forgot about Cocobon. That's a really good one too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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