A multitude of affordable wines are available to us, from different countries, wineries, regions, and even styles. When we want to try a new wine, one of the easiest things we can do is check the rating on our phones. While ratings are not a surefire way to tell if a wine is good, they definitely help when we’re picking out our next bottle.
Highly regarded wine critics tend to give 90 points or more to wines that are considered to be truly good. Top critics for wine lovers include The Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator, Jeb Dunnuck, Tim Atkin, Vinous, Burghound and more.
The release of such ratings can have a huge impact on prices- collectors snap up the best-rated wines as soon as they are published, driving up the price of the wine. Here are some excellent wines we recommend for everyday drinking that won't break the bank:
Highly regarded wine critics tend to give 90 points or more to wines that are considered to be truly good. Top critics for wine lovers include The Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator, Jeb Dunnuck, Tim Atkin, Vinous, Burghound and more.
The release of such ratings can have a huge impact on prices- collectors snap up the best-rated wines as soon as they are published, driving up the price of the wine. Here are some excellent wines we recommend for everyday drinking that won't break the bank:
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UNDER $50 WINES RATED 90 POINTS AND ABOVE
Jean-Luc Colombo Les Abeilles Rouge 2019 - $22/bottle (375ml) | Wine Enthusiast, 90 points
Jean-Luc Colombo Cape Bleue Rosé 2019 - $42/bottle | Wine Enthusiast, 90 points
Domaine de la Bongran Vire-Clesse Cuvee E.J. Thevenet 2015 - $43/bottle (375ml) | The Wine Advocate, 94 points Glenelly Estate The Glass Collection Merlot 2018 - $45/bottle | Tim Atkin, 92 points The Paring Pinot Noir 2017 - $48/bottle | Jeb Dunnuck, 92 points Killibinbin Cabernet Sauvignon 2001 - $48/bottle | The Wine Advocate, 91 points Franklin Tate Cabernet Merlot 2013 - $49/bottle | James Halliday, 91 points Ornellaia Le Volte dell'Ornellaia 2019 - $50/bottle | James Suckling, 91 points |
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TASTING NOTES
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Jean-Luc Colombo Les Abeilles Rouge 2019
"This luminous, unoaked blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre is a consistent bang-for-your-buck introduction to a Northern Rhône heavyweight producer. It highlights delightfully fresh, juicy blackberry and raspberry flavors accented by whispers of cinnamon, anise and allspice. Soft in tannins and zippy on the finish, it's a wine best enjoyed now–2024." - Wine Enthusiast, 90 points.
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The Paring Pinot Noir 2017
"Completely seductive wine. Nose of blackberries and rosemary. Succulent and sweet red fruit. Savoury notes and mouth coating tannins round out this harmonious and complete Pinot Noir." - Jeb Dunnuck, 92 points.
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Ornellaia Le Volte dell'Ornellaia 2019
"This is very Mediterranean in character with sage and rosemary to the blackberry and tar aromas. It’s medium-to full-bodied with medium, chewy tannins and a savoury finish. Black-pepper undertones with cloves. Drink now." - James Suckling, 91 points.
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Budget-friendly wines with high ratings
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