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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