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    Highly Recommended Wine Under $20

    The second highest ranking in our unique rating system, Highly Recommended wines are those that excel in delivering quality for the price. In order to reach a highly recommended rating, a wine must be both inexpensive and taste great. The higher the price of the bottle, the better it has to taste. These highly recommended wines under $20 represent some of the best values out there.

    Read on for our list of Highly Recommended Wine Under $20!

    INSIDER DEAL! Pedroncelli Friends White - Welcome To Quaff City

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 20, 2023 Last Updated: September 20, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Pedroncelli Friends White - Welcome To Quaff City

    Welcome to Quaff City, where the wine goes down easy. It's the return of another Pedroncelli auto-buy (at an even lower price). Don't miss your last chance to stock-up on this blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Gewurztraminer, the Pedroncelli Friends White! … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Dry Creek Valley, Deals, Gewürztraminer, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Pizza Wine, Sauvignon Blanc, White Blends

    INSIDER DEAL! Anthony & Dominic Reserve Carneros Napa Valley Pinot Noir

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 11, 2023 Last Updated: September 13, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Anthony & Dominic Reserve Carneros Napa Valley Pinot Noir

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. 91-93 Point, Double Gold winning, Reserve Pinot Noir from the Napa side of Carneros for over XXX OFF! Don't miss the Anthony & … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Pinot Noir

    INSIDER DEAL! 92 Point Napa Valley Chardonnay XX% Off!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 8, 2023 Last Updated: September 11, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! 92 Point Napa Valley Chardonnay 56% Off!

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. The best of an oaked and unoaked Chardonnay in one bottle, today's deal is The Girls In The Vineyard Napa Valley Chardonnay. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Chardonnay, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Vegan

    Domaine des Chers Julienas Vieilles Vignes - Fantastic

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 8, 2023 Last Updated: September 8, 2023

    Domaine des Chers Julienas Vieilles Vignes - Fantastic

    Now this is some good Beaujolais! We review the latest vintage of the Domaine des Chers Julienas Vieilles Vignes from Arnaud Briday. 100% Gamay from vines averaging 65 years of age in the hillsides of Julienas, Beaujolais, France. The wine is whole bunch fermented using … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Beaujolais, France, Gamay, Highly Recommended, Thanksgiving

    INSIDER DEAL! Pareto's Estate Old Vine Zinfandel - Zinlicious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 1, 2023 Last Updated: September 6, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Pareto's Estate Old Vine Zinfandel - Zinlicious

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. XX% Off 91-point, Top 100 Best Buy Lodi Zin! The Pareto's Estate Old Vine Zinfandel is back. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lodi, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Zinfandel

    INSIDER DEAL! Vigo Cellars Picpoul Blanc - Quaff City

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 30, 2023 Last Updated: September 1, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Vigo Cellars Picpoul Blanc - Quaff City

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Save XX% on this highly drinkable and highly recommended Picpoul Blanc from the Templeton Gap District in Paso Robles! … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Picpoul

    Trader Joe's Grand Reserve Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel Lot 116 Review

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 29, 2023 Last Updated: August 29, 2023

    Trader Joe's Grand Reserve Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel Lot 116 Review

    A really nice example of DCV Zin at a great Trader Joe's price! We review the Trader Joe's Grand Reserve Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel Lot 116. Zinfandel from Dry Creek Valley, California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Dry Creek Valley, Highly Recommended, Trader Joe's, Zinfandel

    Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc Viognier - Still The King

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 24, 2023 Last Updated: September 1, 2023

    Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc Viognier - Still The King

    The Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc Viognier CB+V, a darn near legendary value. Available widely, including many Trader Joe's and Costco locations. 80% Chenin Blanc from the Clarksburg appellation and 20% Viognier from Lodi, California. The wine is fermented in stainless steel and … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Chenin Blanc, Costco, Highly Recommended, Thanksgiving, Trader Joe's, Viognier, Wedding Wine, White Blends

    Juan Gil Red Blend - Smooth and Juicy

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 23, 2023 Last Updated: August 23, 2023

    Juan Gil Red Blend - Smooth and Juicy

    A smooth blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Monastrell and Syrah at a great Costco price, we review the Juan Gil Red Blend. A red blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Monastrell (aka Mourvedre) and 10% Syrah from Jumilla, Spain. The wine spends 12 months in French and American … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, Highly Recommended, Red Blends, Spain, Vegan

    Mbali Chenin Blanc Viognier - A Pretty Little Thing

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 23, 2023 Last Updated: August 23, 2023

    Mbali Chenin Blanc Viognier - A Pretty Little Thing

    A Trader Joe's pick with a tiny price tag but plenty of flavor, we revisit the $5 Mbali Chenin Blanc Viognier to check out the latest vintage. 79% Chenin Blanc and 21% Viognier from Western Cape, South Africa. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Chenin Blanc, Highly Recommended, South Africa, Thanksgiving, Trader Joe's, Viognier, Wedding Wine, White Blends

    INSIDER DEAL! Comanche Dog & Pony French Varietal Discovery Pack

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 22, 2023 Last Updated: August 23, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Comanche Dog & Pony French Varietal Discovery Pack

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Take a tour through 4 different, single vineyard, extremely small production, highly rated, and highly discounted French varieties … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Carignan, Deals, France, Grenache, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals

    INSIDER DEAL! The Girls In The Vineyard Pinot Grigio

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 18, 2023 Last Updated: August 21, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! The Girls In The Vineyard Mendocino Pinot Grigio

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. The girls are back in town! The producer behind our highest selling white wine offer of all time is back and this time they've … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Pinot Grigio, Vegan

    Attems Ramato Friuli Pinot Grigio - Unique and Delicious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 17, 2023 Last Updated: August 29, 2023

    Attems Ramato Friuli Pinot Grigio - Unique and Delicious

    Find it and try it. We review the Attems Ramato Friuli Pinot Grigio, a unique and delicious expression of Pinot Grigio made like a rosé. 100% Pinot Grigio from the Friuli DOC in Italy. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Highly Recommended, Italy, Pinot Grigio

    INSIDER DEAL! Stellae Martis Vin Gris of Grenache - Vintastic!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 16, 2023 Last Updated: August 18, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Stellae Martis Vin Gris of Grenache - Vintastic!

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Take your taste buds on an adventure (but not your wallet) with our XX% discount on the fresh and delicious Stellae Martis Vin Gris … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, Grenache, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Rosé

    INSIDER DEAL! XX% Off 92-Point Piedmont Barbera

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 14, 2023 Last Updated: August 16, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! 46% Off 92-Point Piedmont Barbera

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Take pizza night to the next level! Don't miss the Pomaro Monferrato Rosso Piemonte Barbera from La Bollina. We love a good … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Barbera, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Italy, Pizza Wine

    INSIDER DEAL! Shippey Vineyards Rocking Z Zinfandel

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 4, 2023 Last Updated: August 7, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Shippey Vineyards Rocking Z Zinfandel

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. It's back and it's definitely still rocking! Don't miss the return of the 94-point, gold medal winning Shippey Vineyards Rocking Z … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Dry Creek Valley, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Zinfandel

    INSIDER DEAL! 91-Point Single Vineyard Miner Viognier

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 2, 2023 Last Updated: August 4, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! 91-Point Single Vineyard Miner Family Winery Viognier

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Celebrate National White Wine Day by saving almost $XX a bottle on the Miner Paso Robles Viognier from the Steinbeck Vineyard. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Viognier

    INSIDER DEAL! WineSmith Grenache - Truly Great Stuff

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 28, 2023 Last Updated: July 31, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! WineSmith Grenache - Great Stuff

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. It's back! You've got one more chance to get the $40 single vineyard 2017 Winesmith Grenache for well under half price! The … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, Grenache, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals

    INSIDER DEAL! Save 47% on Highly Recommended Red Hills Cab

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 17, 2023 Last Updated: July 19, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Save 47% on Highly Recommended Red Hills Cabernet Sauvignon

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. A balanced, tasty Cab with a deliciously tannic edge, the Steele Red Hills Cabernet Sauvignon is today's Insider Deal. We love … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, California, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals

    Bar Dog Cabernet Sauvignon - Dependably Tasty

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 16, 2023 Last Updated: July 18, 2023

    Bar Dog Cabernet Sauvignon - Dependably Tasty

    A tasty, well-rounded Cab for just $11. We review the Bar Dog California Cabernet Sauvignon. 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot, 2% Petite Sirah and 1% Merlot from California. The wine is aged for an unspecified amount of time with new French oak. It has 6 g/L of … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Highly Recommended, Wedding Wine

    INSIDER DEAL! Vinum Cellars CHENIN - Seriously Good

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 12, 2023 Last Updated: July 14, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Vinum Cellars CHENIN - Seriously Good

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. One of our favorite producers is back with a new vintage of a seriously good, single vineyard, Old Vine Chenin Blanc. Today's Insider … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Chenin Blanc, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals

    INSIDER DEAL! SAVE XX% on the 94-Point 13 Rams Petite Sirah

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 10, 2023 Last Updated: July 12, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! SAVE 67% on the 94-Point 13 Rams Petite Sirah

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. It's BACK! Don't miss our incredible $XX a bottle DISCOUNT on the new vintage of this BIG, chewy and delicious Petite Sirah (with a … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lake County, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Petite Sirah

    Kirkland Signature Series Columbia Valley Red Wine - Something Special

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 9, 2023 Last Updated: August 8, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Series Columbia Valley Red Wine - Something Special

    The Kirkland Signature Series Columbia Valley Red Wine has a whole lot of good things going on! We review the latest vintage. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah from Columbia Valley, Washington. While this vintage doesn't note it, previous vintages have spent … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, Highly Recommended, Kirkland Signature, Red Blends, Thanksgiving, Washington

    INSIDER DEAL! 90-Point Estate Pinot Noir for Under $XX a Bottle

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 7, 2023 Last Updated: July 10, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! 90-Point Estate Pinot Noir for Under $12 a Bottle

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. High-quality, true to the variety Pinot Noir at an unheard-of price! It's the 2021 District 7 Pinot Noir. It's time to stock … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Pinot Noir, Thanksgiving

    INSIDER DEAL! Gard The Don Cabernet Sauvignon - Get Some

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 5, 2023 Last Updated: July 7, 2023

    INSIDER DEAL! Gard The Don Cabernet Sauvignon - Get Some

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Save over XX% on the 92-Point (Vinous) Gard Vintners "The Don" Cabernet Sauvignon from the Lawrence Estate Vineyards in the Royal … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Washington

    Trader Joe's Grand Reserve Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon - Solid

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 5, 2023 Last Updated: July 18, 2023

    Trader Joe's Grand Reserve Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon - Solid

    Another tasty Cab at a great price, we review the latest vintage of the Trader Joe's Grand Reserve Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Lot 95. Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley, California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Highly Recommended, Trader Joe's, Wedding Wine

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