Good Cheap Wines

The 2006 Drylands Sauvignon Blanc opens with beautiful tropical and herbal aromas, and fills the mouth with flavors of gooseberry, grapefruit, and fresh grass. Drink now, and try pairing with grilled prawns in a lemon garlic marinade.

Company: Drylands Winery
Vintage: 2006
Type: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Ratings: THE WINE SPECTATOR: 91 points
Price: $15.29

Don’t be fooled by the cheap price, as a gold medal winner in the 2007 California State Fair Wine Competition, the 2005 Smoking Loon Syrah definitely deserves a try. This mouth-filling, well rounded wine goes great with any type of barbeque, especially spicy dishes like Teriyaki Chicken.

Company: Smoking Loon
Vintage: 2005
Type: Syrah
Region: California, USA
Ratings: THE WINE NEWS: 90 points
Price: $8.99

The 2004 Ledgewood Creek ‘Picnique’ is a pleasantly light, medium-bodied Chardonnay. The wine opens with fresh tropical fruit aromas and has dominant citrus flavors. Pair this wine with light dishes like pizza, seafood, or any Asian cuisine.

Company: Ledgewood Creek
Vintage: 2004
Type: Chardonnay
Region: Napa Valley, California
Ratings: BRONZE MEDAL, 2006 San Diego International Wine Competition
Price: $9.99