Affordable Wines for Every Holiday Soirée

‘Tis the season to be jolly and what better way to accomplish that objective than with a good bottle of wine. When guests come 'round you’ll be ready for for everything from casual entertaining to a full blown house party with a few good wines. The thing that makes wine a perfect choice for holiday celebrations is that you don’t have to dip into the Christmas shopping budget to afford them, since there are a number of good brands available at about $10 per bottle.  –roz edward

McManis Family Vineyard 
Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
$10
This wine will “wow” the most discerning guests, especially if you tell them what you paid per bottle.  A deep garnet colored red wine with plenty of blackberry and cherry on the palate. The perfect party wine.

Kendall Jackson 
Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay 2005
$10

To make and cherish fond holiday memories, break out this chardonnay is a delicious compilation of fruit and smoke, full-bodied and balanced, and supported by a rich, buttery texture. Kendall-Jackson is known for consistent quality, and its reputation for producing wines that are reasonably priced.



Vog Quatro
$9

The stylish packaging houses a blend of merlot, shiraz, cabernet sauvignon and pinot noir (hence the name) from Italy, the unique bottle and price will hook many buyers looking for an interesting bottle of wine that won’t break the bank, but the pleasant way                                 the different varietals blend will certainly have you coming back for
                              more.

Sutter Home Moscato
$9

While the jury is still out on sweet wines, there is something about the sweet, creamy, peach flavor of Sutter Home’s moscato that makes you feel like maybe it shouldn’t pair with dessert so much as replace it.



Yellow Tail Shiraz
$7

There is a reason that the Yellow Tail brand has done so well in the U.S. and abroad, and it comes down to making consistent, quality wines at a perfect “party” wine price point. The wine has a fruit-forward flavor that guests will enjoy whether they are “into” reds or not.

Korbel Champagne 
Brut
$10
And no celebration is complete without a bottle of the bubbly on hand,  This is a champagne stand by that is perfect for party goers, the taste is good and the price is right for poppin’ corks all night. .