10 Best Red Wines of 2023 For Casual Drinking

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3. Merlot

Insider Monkey Score: 24

Merlot is good for casual drinking as it contains low acidity and tannins. Also, it does not have the sharp-tasting notes of other red wine staples. Merlot’s best quality lies in its versatility, making it an excellent choice for casual occasions where a crowd-pleasing and easy-drinking red wine is desired.

Found in vineyards from California to France to Italy to Australia, Merlot is one of the world’s most popular red wines, and America’s second-favorite after Cabernet Sauvignon. 

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