Great Wines for Under $20

Gamay Rouge, V. Sattui Winery, Napa Valley
$17.75

The next time you’re driving through wine country, be sure to swing by V. Sattui to pick up this 4 time gold medal winner. It’s a gorgeous rosé wine that tastes just like sweet, strawberry ambrosia, and it’s well worth every penny of the price. In fact, it’s never a good idea to buy less than two of these babies— it’s always great to have one around for a special occasion, but it presents too much temptation to realistically sit in the wine rack for very long.

 
Relax Riesling, Schmitt-Sohne, Germany
$9.99

Who said France and Italy were the only European countries that could crank out some truly high quality wines? If you haven’t tried Riesling yet, Germany’s gem of a wine, then it’s time to sit back and relax with this delightful, affordable white. It’s slightly dry, with subtle, fruity flavors and a crisp finish.

 
Mirassou Pinot Noir, Monterey, California
$7.99

It’s really hard to find a good Pinot for a price like this, and I’m pretty certain that this is about the best deal around. This red manages to be rich and silky smooth at the same time, with full plum and pomegranate flavors accented by subtle floral and oak notes. It’s versatile, so it could work for your outdoor, daytime summer party as well as a romantic evening spent curled up with your lover.