These Wines Will Never Let You Down — Even If You're on a Budget

Made in the Temecula Valley, the 2017 Hart Winery Rosé of Sangiovese is a bit higher priced than an average bargain bottle at $22, but it is worth every penny. The wine is full-bodied, has layers of lush fruit, and is clean on the palate. This is the perfect pairing for just about any meal, but it can also make a great sip on its own.

A blend of creamy and tropical notes, touched by a hint of acidity, Bread & Butter's 2016 Chardonnay ends with hints of vanilla and oak. Priced at $13, it is a bottle that will stay on your go-to list all year long.

If you're looking for something with a unique flavor profile at a bargain price point, Robert Mondavi's Private Selection Bourbon Aged Cabernet Sauvignon is it. Available for $12, the wine has scents of blueberry cobbler, graham cracker, chocolate, and smoke, and is complemented by the flavors of blueberry pie, caramel, and sweet vanilla custard with a touch of oak.

Winemaker Charles Smith's Kung Fu Girl Riesling was inspired by a Chinese meal. Priced at $13, this wine has notes of citrus blossom, lychee, and a touch of lime.

Rated a best buy on wine app Vivino, the Cabernet Sauvignon from Josh Cellars drinks at a much higher price point than it is purchased at. Available for around $13 per bottle, this Cab Sauv is full of red and black fruit flavors, and tickles the nose with scents of cinnamon, clove, and dark fruits.

Available for $13, the 2016 Velvet Devil Merlot from Charles Smith Wines has tasting notes of black fruit and tobacco but promises a smooth finish.

Available at a price of $16, this wine is crafted from organic Muscat grapes for a finished product that is fresh, clean, and dry. Aromas of orange blossom, tangerine, honeysuckle, and a hint of apricot give way to a vibrant and intricate palate offering flavors of grapefruit, preserved lemons, and nectarine, with an intriguing warm spice.

Winter's Hill has a range of pricey wines, however, its Watershed Pinot Gris will not disappoint on the palate or in the pocketbook. Available for $16, the wine has scents of green apples and is slightly tart on the tongue, allowing it to pair well with fish dishes, mild cheeses, and salads.

While rosé may be thought of as a Summer drink only, that is simply not the case. Wölffer Estate's signature rosé wine is full of fruit flavors like cantaloupe and apricots, but finishes clean. A fresh blend, the wine can be paired with cheeses, fish dishes both hot and cold, and even roasted turkey.

What would any list be without some bubbles? Priced at $15, Martini & Rossi Asti is a sparkling white wine that is also silky and smooth, with grape, melon, and peach flavor notes.

Available for about $17, this wine has a layered effect on the palate that one would expect from a more expensive wine. Notes of blueberry jam and chocolate combine with others like pomegranate for a savory blend.

This merlot is made with Malbec as well to ensure a bright, fruity flavor and a rich finish. It is made from whole-berry fermentation in stainless-steel tanks and has a sweet lilac scent on the nose. It is priced at $15.

It is hard to believe this wine from Argentina, smooth and full of dark cherry and blackberry flavors, is priced at around $10. This blend has some spice to it as well, with notes of vanilla and brown spice, and has firm tannins for a long finish on the palate.

At $9 a bottle, this Santa Cristina Umbria Blanco is a bargain bottle that won't disappoint. Fresh, crisp, and light, this wine pairs well with pasta and fish and has tasting notes of bananas and citrus fruits.

Off-dry and with a crisp bite, Leitz Dragonstone Reisling is made in the classic German fashion. Available for $16, the wine has tasting notes of peach, pineapple, grapefruit, and a hint of lime.