We've received your email address, and soon you will start getting exclusive offers and news from Wine Enthusiast. Now you'll be the first to hear about: Exclusive discount offers on wine accessories and storage Food and cocktail recipes Wine event invitations...and more! Top 100 Best Buys of 2013 Everyone wants to get the most bang for their buck, especially when it comes to wine. While there are plenty of occasions that warrant an expensive bottle, most of the time we’re all just looking for delicious selections that are easy on the wallet. We also want a lot of them, as each one provides something special and satisfying: the ability to transport ourselves to that wine-producing region without ever having to board a plane. In support of this honorable and timeless mission, we present our annual list of the Top 100 Best Buys of the year. All of the wines included here have suggested retail prices of $15 or less and are all awarded our Best Buy qualification, meaning they possess an excellent quality-–to-price ratio.

Of the thousands of wines reviewed over the past 12 months, only 922 (or roughly 5%) were awarded the Best Buy designation. From there, we select the top wines that exhibit the best relationship between score and price while also considering other factors like availability and buzz. We also examine the list’s overall balance, so we can ultimately offer a selection that spans a wide array of styles, varieties and regions. With a red Bordeaux in the number one spot and selections from 17 different countries, our 2013 list is one of the most exciting and diverse collections of Best Buys we’ve ever released, emphasizing today’s incredible range of high-quality wines at affordable prices. uk wine club offersThere’s no need to compromise quality for value. pictures of wine for birthday

See the full list of 2013’s Top 100 Best Buys in the PDF version, or view the list in our Buying Guide. To see the Top 100 Best Buys of 2012, click here. To see Wine Enthusiast’s Top 100 Wines of 2013, click here. To see Wine Enthusiast’s Top 25 Beers, click here. To see 2013’s Top 50 Spirits, click here. To see Wine Enthusiast’s Top 100 Cellar Selections, click here.Read more information about wine for beginners >>>Browse on the go with Wine Enthusiast’s Tasting Guide app for iPhone and Android.best wine cooler drink Best of Year, Top 100 Best Buysbest wine by glass londonNow that I’m back from my detox -we say “detox” but we all know I had chocolate and caffeine in my backpack- there were a couple of things I was excited to have back in my life after time away.best red wine with fish

#1: the nightly glass of red wine. I have a glass after dinner most nights, and it’s like a glorious ending to the day. The Pilot and I will enjoy a glass and watch TV or chat, and it’s become an evening ritual. The wine is also like my “dessert,” and I rarely get the nighttime munchies. I usually post a glass here or there on the blog, or during my virtual wine date posts, and am always asked about my favorite inexpensive red wines. It’s good to keep the cost down when drinking it everyday!order wine without labels Here’s the thing: I really don’t discriminate. best white wine with white fishIf it’s red, I’ll drink it, and there’s a 90% chance I will like it.wine in china report Over time though, my wine senses have developed a little bit, and I have discovered some delightful reds.best wine to drink during winter

Here are my favorite everyday red wines, in no particular order. (Note: I had to Google for the specific flavor notes. Otherwise I would have been like “this one is good,”this one is good, too” and “this one tastes like.. Best Inexpensive Red Wine Apothic red blend (2012): a California red blend (of Zinfandel, Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon) with notes of plum, blackberry, spice and vanilla ($10). This has been the standard for the past year or so, and I love the light sweetness. It has almost no bite at all. Ménage à Trois midnight, dark red blend (2013): a dark and luscious blend (of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Syrah and Petit Verdot), with blackberry, spiced plum and mocha notes. This actually may be my very favorite wine, but’s tricky to find! I got some at Baron’s (which is similar to Sprout’s) in San Diego for about $13. Dearly Beloved – I Thee Red, red blend (2011): this is another smooth and delicious red blend (of Merlot, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah, and Cabernet Franc).

It has a vibrant flavor with notes of cherry, plum, spice, and anise. This is particularly amazing with a hearty bolognese pasta. Jam Jar Shiraz: this wine tastes like candy. It’s almost like a dessert wine -very sweet- and tastes amazing. If you’re newer to the red wine world and want to start with something sweeter, I highly recommend this one. This lovely wine is bursting with berry flavors and has chocolate undertones (yes, please). Usually it’s around $15 at Whole Foods. Layer Cake Shiraz (2012): this South Australian wine has the flavor of dark berries and chocolate ganache. I don’t buy this one as frequently -I think because I’m always trying to switch it up- but it’s an old favorite. Usually around $12 at Trader Joe’s. Ravenswood Vintners Blend Zinfandel: has raspberry and cocoa flavors, but a bit of a “tang” to it from the alcohol. It’s not one of the smoothest wines, but I find that it pairs nicely with a cheese board and appetizers. Alamos Malbec (2013): this is another all-time fave, and one that I’ll occasionally order at restaurants.