15 Tasty Qualities to Look For In A Cheap Wine

You don’t have to break the bank to enjoy a delicious bottle of vino. Just follow this expert advice and grab a glass.

By Carrie Saum
February 28, 2020
Wine
Wine lovers have a reputation for being...snooty. But these days, even elite sommeliers will admit that you can get plenty of good flavor out of an affordable bottle. Trevor Gorham, a wine expert and co-owner of the award-winning Vino Veritas Wine Bar and Bottle Shop in Portland, Oregon, serves up some great tips for squeezing the most from a cheap bottle of wine.Getty Images Cheap reds can sometimes carry an unpleasant acidity straight out of the bottle. Decanting it into an open container can elevate a bottle that might otherwise be unpalatable, Gorham says. Exposing the wine to more air changes the flavor as it “breathes,” mellowing it out and softening some of the sharper notes. You can simply pour your bottle into a pitcher, or pick up a basic wine decanter like this one for under 20 bucks.

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