I would rather avoid the “hoopla” at over-priced restaurants and just enjoy my husband’s company at home. The meal doesn’t have to be fancy, just something we both love. A special occasion wine does not have to be overpriced either.
I have compiled a list of my Top Wines Under $20 to help you celebrate Valentine’s Day in style without breaking the bank! Click on the name of the wine to purchase at Wine.com!
Sparkling Wines
Jaume Serra Cristalino Brut Cava $7.99
I can’t say enough about this delicious sparkling wine. Fresh, dry and crisp and you cannot beat the price!
Montsarra Cava Brut $15.29
Pale, crisp and fruity sparkling wine. An excellent aperitif to start your romantic night off on the right foot!
Santa Margherita Prosecco $18.99
What’s not to love about Italian bubbles? Fruity and dry with nice acidity creating a fresh sparkling wine.
Mumm Napa Brut Rose $19.99
A delicious, pink sparkling wine that pairs nicely with food. Consists of 85% Pinot Noir grapes and 15% Chardonnay grapes.
Domaine Chandon Blanc de Noirs $19.99
A sparking wine with golden straw colors and creamy vanilla and strawberry flavors.
Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noirs $19.99
This light-bodied sparkling wine displays a slight pink color from the dominance of Pinot Noir grapes (92%) with 8% Chardonnay grapes. The strawberry notes are my favorite flavor of this wine.
White Wines
Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc – Viognier $10.00 – $14.00
Click here to read my review about this yummy wine!
Eyrie Pinot Gris $15.00
A nice Pinot Gris from the Willamette region in Oregon. Dry, medium bodied, smooth and crisp.
Dry Creek Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc $17.00
A fantastic light, crisp, food-friendly wine! Click here to read my review of this delicious wine!
Cambria Katherine’s Vineyard Chardonnay $19.99
Delicious fruity chardonnay with nice minerals on the finish creating balance and depth. Definitely a rich and creamy Chardonnay.
Red Wines
Monogamy Cabernet Sauvignon $10.99
Click here to read my review about this deep, lovely red wine.
Monte Antico Rosso $11.79
A delicious smooth, supple and velvety Italian wine. I love the dark fruit and plum characteristics of this wine.
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre $19.99
Click here to read my review about this “go-to” Italian red wine.
Belle Glos Meiomi Pinot Noir $19.99
Click here to read my review of this delicious and smooth Pinot Noir.
Oberon Cabernet Sauvignon $19.99
A delicious, full bodied Cabernet with dark fruit notes and a smooth finish. A big and bold Cabernet.
Hope you have a nice romantic and cozy Valentine’s Day!
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