Marishka_20
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I love wine, especially red. I am a big Merlot fan. Does anyone have a suggestion for a good red wine? I need the price to be under $100.00 though. Thank You.
Good Red Wine?
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Andy M.
Certified Pretend Chef
There are a ton of good merlots that cost less than $100.00. You can get very good ones for $10.00! It's difficult to recommend a particular bottle as I have no idea what you like in a wine. But merlot is probably the most popular red as it's easier to drink than a cab.
I'd recommend taking a walk through the merlot section and buying a selection. Talk the the wine merchant. He can listen to your preferences and recommend choices in all price ranges.
I'd recommend taking a walk through the merlot section and buying a selection. Talk the the wine merchant. He can listen to your preferences and recommend choices in all price ranges.
kitchenelf
Chef Extraordinaire
I have two suggestions - they are both from Viansa Winery in Sonoma Valley and would have to be ordered online - this is a great winery that sells to the public from their marketplace at their winery and through their wine club or just by purchasing online.
Lorenzo Merlot - this was exceptionally wonderful at $45.00 - $50.00 depending on the year. I can't say enough good things about it.
Siempre Avanti - this was also wonderful and only $32.00
If you join one of their wine clubs it is cheaper. Their wine clubs are GREAT!
While not Merlot some of their other reds that are exceptional are:
Samuele - $55.00
Ossidinia - $125.00 unless you are a member then it's around $90.00 and worth every penny!
Augusto - $42.00
Farneta Primativo - $35.00
All these prices would be lower if you join their club. You can get two bottles of red per month. I have yet to have a bad wine from this vineyard.
Lorenzo Merlot - this was exceptionally wonderful at $45.00 - $50.00 depending on the year. I can't say enough good things about it.
Siempre Avanti - this was also wonderful and only $32.00
If you join one of their wine clubs it is cheaper. Their wine clubs are GREAT!
While not Merlot some of their other reds that are exceptional are:
Samuele - $55.00
Ossidinia - $125.00 unless you are a member then it's around $90.00 and worth every penny!
Augusto - $42.00
Farneta Primativo - $35.00
All these prices would be lower if you join their club. You can get two bottles of red per month. I have yet to have a bad wine from this vineyard.
urmaniac13
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Our favs are any type of Lambrusco, especially the sparkling version. Very mild and low acidity, I checked on the US prices and they seem to be way below $10 range!
mudbug
Chef Extraordinaire
I like the Chateau St. Michelle and Vendange brands.
aussie girl
Senior Cook
urmaniac13 said:
Yes urmaniac, my favorite too. Can buy a 750ml bottle for around $8, or a 4 litre cask for $10. The cask is slightly lesser quality, but still a tasty drop! Cheap does not always = nasty.
cara
Master Chef
In my opinion the best red ones are from the region of Württemberg, germany.. they have a great trollinger or Lemberger, but I don`t know if you can purchase that in the US...
I`m also fond of italian reds, like Montepulciano d`Abruzzo... You can buy almost everywhere her in Germany...
I`m also fond of italian reds, like Montepulciano d`Abruzzo... You can buy almost everywhere her in Germany...
