Fantastic Wines Under $25

Black-fruit aromas mingle with balsamic notes and a background of spice. Medium-bodied on the palate, this Valencia Crianza balances moderate acidity with a more savoury, toasted edge, carrying its dark fruit and spice through a sustained finish.

Folonari’s 1996 Valpolicella Classico is a red wine from Veneto in northeast Italy. Founded in 1825, the house built its name on approachable wines for everyday occasions, with a range that spans some of Italy’s best-known regions and traditional wine styles.

Blueberry and prune lead this full-bodied Tannat, with smoke, chocolate, vanilla and dried herbs adding savoury depth. A brief passage through American oak rounds the palate, leaving the structure balanced, the tannins soft and the dark-fruit finish lingering. Serve at cool room temperature with roast pork, duck, pasta in a rich sauce, grilled red meat or firm cheese.

Ripe red fruit and light spice lead this deep ruby Veneto red, with partial appassimento bringing extra concentration and a rounded texture. The palate is full, rich and smooth, carrying the generous fruit through a warm, balanced finish. Serve at cool room temperature with pasta in a hearty sauce, grilled red meat, roasted vegetables or medium-aged cheese.

Ruby in colour, this fresh red layers delicate fruit with light floral and spice notes. Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella create a dry, harmonious palate with soft texture, lively acidity and gentle tannic structure. The finish remains balanced, savoury and easy to enjoy. Serve at a cool room temperature with pasta, pizza, risotto, grilled meat, game or moderately aged cheese.