Best Red Wine Under $50

Napa, CA - "This red is ripe and spicy on the nosed with notes of blueberries and cassis, licorice, vanilla and coffee. Full-bodied and rich with ripe, mellow fruit. The round tannins turn firm at the end. Savory aftertaste. Better after 2023."

Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, CA - This wine has notes of boysenberry, ripe raspberry, and bright citrus on the nose. Medium-bodied with nuanced acid and fine tannin texture. Crisp and focused. Citrusy. Drink or hold.

Mendoza, Argentina- Unanime has an intense cherry-red color, elegant aromas of chocolate and tobacco, with a touch of black pepper and some fleshy notes. Well structured, with round tannins that blend nicely with its fresh, juicy acidity.

Paso Robles, CA- From Caymus Vineyards. Black cherry and plum hit the front of the palate. Baking spice, with touches of vanilla and oak accompany the fruit while adding layers of complexity. Balanced with light acidity and fine tannins on the finish.

Tuscany, Italy - "Very pretty and subtle with cherries, light chocolate and some tile undertones. It's medium-bodied and finely textured. Lovely bitterness at the finish adds to the complexity."

Sonoma County, California- "Crushed strawberry, cherry, lemon zest, button-mushroom and cedar aromas. It's medium-bodied with silky tannins and bright acidity. Bright, pure-fruit layers lead to an energetic finish."

Oregon - Willamette Valley - "Bold and fruit-driven, this Pinot Noir bursts with ripe strawberry and bing cherry. Minimal oak influence allows the vibrant fruit to dominate. A Pinot for Cabernet lovers, offering intensity over subtlety."

California- Flavors of ripe blackberry and raspberry are framed but nuances of dark plum and are rounded by hints of herbs. The palate is packed with blueberry and sweet black cherry, lingering on the fresh finish.

Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara, CA- Aromas of plum, brown spice turn to sweet caramel. Flavors extend on the bouquet, leading to cranberry, spice and blackberry. The firm acidity and soft tannins make this a sure winner. A perfect combination of old and new world styles. Vegan

Sonoma County, CA- Fifth-generation Belle Glos Wines winemaker Joseph Wagner has crafted another stunning Pinot Noir. Aromas of cranberry, red apple, toasty cinnamon and vanilla hint at the flavors to come. On the palate bright fruit and light tannins round out the wine nicely. Vegan

Paso Robles, Central Coast, CA- Boasts nuanced aromas of dark fruits, toasty oak, and leather. A plump texture delivers finely integrated flavors of black cherry, cassis, plum, mint, and dark chocolate. Smooth, polished tannins provide excellent structure on the finish.

Maipo Valley, Chile -This single vineyard Cabernet is 100% estate grown and carefully chosen from the very best blocks of the Maipo Valley. This selection delivers an exceptional wine with great character. Elegant with flavors of black fruit, notes of cedar and a smooth finish.

Argentina - Mendoza - This cabernet is a medium-bodied, balanced red showing currants, bay leaves, chocolate, oranges and olives on the nose. Nicely firm and well-framed. Drink or hold.