15 Best Cheap Red Wines Under $10

Published on July 10, 2017 at 6:15 am by Nusreta Beranac in Lists

If you’re a wine enthusiast who doesn’t like spending too much money on a bottle of wine, then you should definitely take a look at our list of the best cheap red wines under $10.

What better way to greet the beginning of an upcoming weekend than with a glass of wine in your hand? There is certainly something magical in that moment when you come home from work on a Friday night and you pop open the cork. Even the sound alone when opening a bottle of wine helps us relax, knowing that a hard week is behind us and we have a whole weekend to look forward to. Whether you prefer red or white wine, something about it makes you really sit back and cherish the moment when sipping your wine from a tall, shiny glass. Wine is not something you drink fast, it’s something you sip slowly enjoying every moment of it.

When you think about it, wine plays an important role in our society today, and it’s become a must at social gatherings and Sunday lunch parties. But there is so much more to wine drinking that simply enjoying a dinner party with friends. Have you ever wondered about long term effects of drinking wine? We know that drinking alcohol is not a great choice as it affects our health a great deal and causes many diseases, and we strongly recommend moderate drinking. But, detailed studies conducted show that wine drinking actually has many health benefits. You have probably heard of some good sides of drinking an occasional glass of wine, such as helping us live longer and preventing heart-related diseases. Apparently, wine drinkers have a lower mortality rate than those who prefer beer, at least according to Food&Wine. Most of these studies refer to red wine because it contains resveratrol, an ingredient not found in white grapes. Also, moderate drinkers can prevent type 2 diabetes by drinking a glass of wine from time to time, and there is a lower risk of getting a stroke as well. Of course, needless to mention that in order for a wine to have an effect when it comes to preventing these diseases, one must drink moderately. So if you’re a heavy wine drinker then I don’t think you should rely on these studies to justify your drinking.

Perhaps one of the best things about wine is that it helps our brain remain sharp for a longer time. If you didn’t already like wine, what better a reason to switch from beer to this magnificent drink than this? Unless you absolutely can’t stand wine, in that case, check out our list of the Best Red Wines for People Who Don’t Like Wine.

There are countless other benefits of drinking wine that you may or may not be aware of. But, good wines can be pricey and we can’t always afford an expensive bottle of wine. Cheap, store-bought wines are often the choice of many of us, due to their affordable prices and mild, enjoyable taste. And contrary to the common opinion, not all cheap wines are bad. In fact, some of them are very good. There is also the matter of taste too. Some people may prefer mild supermarket wines, however weird that may sound. I’ve tasted many cheap red wines that I actually preferred compared to expensive ones. So this was my starting point when coming up with this list. What are some good tasting red wines that don’t leave our wallets empty and still provide the same wonderful feeling? If you have wondered where to find them, then you’ve come to the right place.

We did a research looking for good but cheap red wines all over the world and you’d be surprised at what we found. It’s almost unbelievable how many great wines out there cost only a few dollars and yet they provide the same pleasure as drinking an expensive bottle of wine. We used Wine Folly as our guide to establish a basis and learn a little bit more on cheap wines and where to find them. Then we found the best red wines that are relatively affordable on Food&Wine and Express, and we came up with a list. We compared comments on each of them and came up with a list that will amaze all wine lovers who like to save a few dollars when shopping. Prepare to be amazed (as were we) when you take a look at our list of 15 best cheap red wines under $10.

15. Dona Paula Los Cardos Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Average price $9.99

If you’re in a dilemma regarding whether to choose a good wine or cheap wine. You can have both! This wine represents a delicious treat for your palate as well as your wallet. The cheap and excellent Dona Paula Los Cardos Cabernet Sauvignon from 2015 will leave you craving for more. This slightly spicy red wine with hints of black pepper and cassis comes from Argentina and provides a unique pleasure for only $9.99. Almost unbelievable, but it’s possible.

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14. Castello Banfi Col di Sasso

Average price: $9.99

If you’re looking for a good but cheap red wine for your next dinner party or a casual Friday night, then look no further because we’ve found it for you. With its intense ruby-red color and black cherries flavor, this wine will make you enjoy every sip of it. It definitely provides the best experience for a price as low as $9.99.

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13. Columbia Crest H3 Les Chevaux Red

Average price: $9.67

Further on our list of 15 best cheap red wines under $10 is Columbia Crest Les Chevaux Red. It’s a magnificent blend of Merlot, Syrah, Viognier, and Cabernet Franc from Horse Heaven Hills, Washington. It’ amazing how this delightful wine with a subtle flavor costs only $9.67 a bottle.

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12. Les Jamelles Viognier 2014, Pays d’Oc, France

Average price: $9

This delicious French wine will only cost you about $9 but I bet you will be very pleased with it. It’s abundant with floral pear, peach, and apricot aromas and who doesn’t like a nice-smelling wine? I’d definitely recommend trying this wine to anyone who wishes cheap but good red wine.

11. Tesco Finest Malbec 2014

Average price: $8.91

If you believed that you have to set aside a decent amount of money in order to enjoy a good red wine, you’re wrong. Further on our list of best cheap red wines under $10, we have a wonderful wine from Mendoza, Argentina which costs only $8.91. This smooth full-bodied red wine is enriched with hints of sweet berries flavor. For this price, one would never expect such a good taste and yet here it is!

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10. Luzon Verde 2015

Price: $8

This organic wine is definitely worth putting on our list of best cheap red wines under $10, considering its delightful taste with hints of blackberry and cherry flavor. The 2015 Luzon Verde provides an excellent taste for just $8. It comes from a region well known for its remarkable Monastrell wines so it definitely sounds promising.

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9. Lindeman’s Bin 40 Merlot

Average price: $8

This excellent wine from South Eastern Australia has aromas of liquorice and cassis. One really doesn’t have to look far if one wants a cheap but good red wine. Perfect for all occasions and goes well with beef. Due to its rich taste, it seems as this wine should be much pricier than it really is.

8. Snoqualmie Whistle Stop Red

Average price: $8

The 2014 Snoqualmie Whistle Stop Red features aromas of blackberry and black cherry with hints of vanilla flavor. It’s a delightful treat that you can afford anytime considering its low price. This excellent wine is a blend of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon and 32% Merlot and comes from Columbia Valley, Washington.

7. Vineyard Creek Merlot, California

Average price: $7.49

With such a low price, this Californian red wine, that’s up next on our list of best cheap red wines under $10 represents the perfect combination of quality wine and convenience. Rich with ripe fruit and cherry flavors, it’s a real pleasure for your palate. Perfect for any occasion.

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6. Asda Extra Special Old Wine Garnacha, 2014, Spain

Average price:$7

Another excellent red wine that we recommend trying if you’re on a budget or simply don’t like spending too much money on alcoholic beverages. It’s sweet, juicy, and with a raspberry flavor.

5. La Paca Garnacha 2014

Average price: $7

We are continuing our list of best cheap red wines under $10 with La Paca Garnacha that is rich with cherry and cranberry aroma and comes from the best vineyards in Calatayud, a region well-known for exquisite wine making. This excellent red wine is a true pleasure, and for such a low price of $7. If you want a cheap wine that tastes good, you can’t go wrong with this one.

4. Kirkland Signature Cotes du Rhone Villages

Average price: $7

It’s only natural that one of the great cheap red wines on our list comes from France, the land of wine. This country is known for its excellent wines with great prices, so you can enjoy this lovely red wine for as low as $7 a bottle. It’s hard to tell how cheap this wine is when you taste it. It’s known for its earthy notes and we’d definitely recommend trying it.

3. The Wine Atlas Frappato, 2014, Italy

Average price: $6.40

If you like light, fresh flavor of wine then you’ll certainly enjoy this Sicilian grape variety. It costs only about $6 which makes it affordable for everyone. It’s sweet and rich with berry flavors.

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2. Trentatre 33 Rosso, 2014

Average price: $5.99

This lovely dry red wine is certainly pleasant to drink, and considering it’s low price, it is a shame not to try it. Trentatre 33 Rosso is an Italian wine, that ranks 2tnd on our list of best cheap red wines under $10, and this 2014 variety may yet be the best one.

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1. Morrisons Merlot, 2015, Colchagua, Chile

Average price: $5.47

We’ve saved the best for the end. Perfect for those who like to drink but don’t like spending too much money on it, the absolute winner of our list of 15 best cheap red wines under $10 is Morrisons Merlot from 2015. This fantastic smooth red wine amazed us with its price. It’s rich with cherry and plum flavor and it’s very pleasant to drink. It certainly won’t leave you cold hearted as it’s sweet and delicious and all for a bargain price of about $5.