‘Cheap’ wines that outperform their price
When we talk wine, price tends to reflect prestige, heritage and depth of flavour. However, many renowned vineyards produce hidden gems that defy their modest price tags. Here are 11 ‘cheap’ wine gems, all priced under S$40, that we enjoyed before, during and after doing our research.
Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or a casual sipper, we think they promise outsize value considering their price. They are arranged in ascending order of price and no.5 is our Editor-in-Queen Pavin’s favourite.
1. Beauchatel Cabernet Sauvignon Half Bottle, 375ml
Wine type: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Bordeaux, France
Alcohol content: Not specified
Price Range (S$): $18
Food Pairing: Deli meats, grilled meat
2. Beauchatel Sauvignon Blanc Half Bottle, 375ml
Wine type: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Bordeaux, France
Alcohol content: Not specified
Price Range (S$): $18
Food Pairing: Fresh fish, seafood, summer meals, salads, or as an aperitif
3. Pierre Jean Merlot (2022), 750ml
Wine type: Merlot
Region: France
Alcohol content: 13%
Price Range(S$): $22-$26
Food Pairing: Grilled meat, tomato-based pasta, smoked chicken, or on its own
4. Brown Brothers Cienna, 750ml
Wine type: Cienna
Region: Murray Valley, Victoria
Alcohol content: 7.5%
Price Range(S$): $22-$29
Food Pairing:
5. Fontanafredda Moscato D’Asti 2019/2020, 750ml
Wine type: Moscato
Region: Piedmont, Italy
Alcohol content: 5%
Price Range (S$): $22-28
Food Pairing: On its own & with desserts
6. Pierre Jean Columbard Chardonnay 2022, 750ml
Wine type: Colombard/Chardonnay
Region: France
Alcohol content: 13%
Price Range (S$): $22-$35
Food Pairing: Salads, pizza, pan-seared seafood, spicy dishes, deep-fried items
7. Jacob’s Creek Classic Shiraz, 750ml
Wine type: Shiraz
Region: South-Eastern Australia
Alcohol content: 13.7%
Price Range(S$): $24
Food Pairing: Roast leg of lamb, hard cheeses, or on its own
8. Just Roberto Prosecco DOC, 750ml
Wine type: Prosecco
Region: Veneto, Italy
Alcohol content: 11.5%
Price Range (S$): $30
Food Pairing: Aperitif, light vegetable canapes, fresh cheese and baked fish
9. Penfolds Rawson’s Retreat Shiraz Cabernet 2019, 750ml
Wine type: Shiraz/Cabernet
Region: McLaren Vale, Australia
Alcohol content: 14%
Price Range (S$): $32
Food Pairing: Lamb chops, pork ribs, hard cheeses, ratatouille
10. Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc (2022), 750ml
Wine type: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: New Zealand
Alcohol content: 13%
Price Range(S$): $33-$47
Food Pairing: Raw & grilled seafood such as salmon, calamari, crab cakes; Cajun and spicy dishes
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