Best Wines Under $20 from Dan Murphy's

This Italian wine is a steal at under $20 a bottle. This dry, medium bodied Sangiovese is  deep red color with a great balance of fruity and earthy flavors. A lovely dustiness and aroma of violets makes this a pleasure to pour into the glass.  This wine is perfect for pairing with pasta or pizza for a classy and delicious dinner.

This inky  little Spanish Tempranillo  is full of rich, dark fruit flavors with a hint of spice. It's a deeply flavorful wine with enough fruity characteristics to stand up to spicy foods. 

It's perfect for a chilly evening and pairs great with any meat dish.  Or tacos!

We love this Tuscan wine because of its fruity taste and smooth finish.  Born in Maremma in the heart of Tuscany, the boars head on the label pays tribute to cinghiale, or the wild boar that wander throughout Tuscany.  

This ruby red glass of fruit and spice makes for a perfect weeknight bottle.   It's perfect to enjoy on a cozy night in with a cheese platter or a pasta dish.

This French wine is a classic Bordeaux blend that every wine lover must try. It's a full-bodied wine with bold flavors and a smooth finish. Enjoy with a steak dinner for a truly luxurious meal.

Are you seeing a theme with the best values in Australian Wine?  Wynns has knocked it out of the park in every area of winemaking, and this little Shiraz is no exception.  This Australian Shiraz is one of the best value wines on our list. 

It features rich, spicy flavors with a smooth finish.  Tons of red and blue fruits, cracked peppercorn, and delicated floral notes make this a wine punching well above its weight. It  pairs well with red meat dishes or hearty stews. (who wants my secret beef stew recipe?!)

Who doesn't love a delicious bottle of Malbec?  All juicy and full, this is a treat for that flame-seared barbeque that MAY have spent a minute or two too long over the fire.  But we all love the blackened crusty bits on that piece of meat!  

This Argentinian wine is perfect for that weekend BBQ with a group of friends, or  for a casual night in with a more intimate group. It's a full-bodied red wine with dark fruit flavors and a hint of vanilla.  The oak does show a tad, with some cinnamon and dill characters coming through.

Pair it with pizza for a cozy night in or those crusty blackened spareribs  for summer grilling! 

Let's jump over to France for our next value- packed best wine under $20.  Gabrielle Meffre  has been producing wines in the Gigondas regions of the Rhône Valley since 1936.  This is one of their entry level bottlings, and they've created a beautifully consistent botte here.  

A beautiful ruby red colour. The nose opens with lively aromas of ripe, red fruits and delicate spicy note. We find these flavours on the palate with a vibrant profile and a fun, balanced finish.  This wine will sit a bit lighter in style than the Australian Shiraz on the list, perfect for a bit less heavy dish; a nice alternative for a summertime red with a chicken dish, pork chops, or grilled vegetables.

Back in South Australia, Chateau Tanunda is knocking out some amazing wine at all price-points.  The Matthews Road line blends Cabernet from Coonawarra with their vineyards in the cooler climate cousin to Barossa Valley, the Eden Valley.

Dark fruits and forest notes dominate this wine, with that slighty minty eucalypt character coming out that is so common to cooler climate Cabernet.  A beautiful little wine to go with just about anything.

Portugal is full of delicious wines at bargain prices!  This Portuguese red blend is comprised of Aragonez, Trincadeira & Cabernet Sauvignon and  is perfect for those who love a bold yet smooth and fresh wine. It features notes of blackberry, plum, and truffle, yet is balanced by a zesty acidity that keeps it from being too earthy or heavy. a perfect pairing for a rich, meaty dish with tomatoes and spice!