Luxury Red Wines for Every Budget

Leviathan
March 1, 2024

Hey, you fabulous red wine aficionados! Grab your glasses because we’ve got the 411 on sip-worthy selections that’ll have you feeling like royalty without breaking the bank. From the budget-friendly to the oh-so-luxe, let’s spill the tea on wines that cater to every budget.

Benton Lane Pinot Noir

Benton Lane Pinot Noir

For those who want to keep it classy on a budget, Benton Lane Pinot Noir is your go-to at $30. Picture this: vibrant notes of ripe cherry, cranberry, and raspberry mixed with dried blueberries and lively summer herbs. Grown in Oregon, these grapes bring their A-game, delivering a full, plush texture and balanced tannins. It’s like a sip of elegance that won’t have you reaching for your emergency credit card.

Leviathan California Red Wine 2019 

Leviathan California Red Wine 2019

At $40, the 2019 Leviathan is the A-lister of California wines, taking you on a tour of Coombsville, Red Hills, Moon Mountain, Fountain Grove, and the Sierra Foothills. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Petite Syrah, and Cabernet Franc showcases an intense mix of boysenberry, black cherry, and plum, with earthy notes that scream main character energy.

Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 

Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Hold on to your wine glasses, darling! Duckhorn Vineyards is dropping the mic with the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon at $84. This Napa Valley masterpiece is a blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, and a dash of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. It’s the wine equivalent of a red carpet entrance, with aromas of black Mission fig, black raspberry, and chocolate. Approachable in its youth, this Cabernet is aging like a fine wine, offering a seamless balance between fruit, oak, and tannins. 

 

Whether you’re popping bottles for a glam occasion or just want to treat yourself without the guilt, these luxury red wines are here to make you feel like the star you are. Uncork, unwind, and allow the red wine to make a grand entrance to the table – because every pour is a VIP affair.

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