Dennis and Denise have a budget-friendly show tonight, with each wine costing less than $10. We randomly selected and tasted three red wines. Also, see if you can catch ten references to different songs.

We learn some wine terms. We also discuss why we look at the wine before we swirl, smell, and sip.

See if Dennis and Denise can figure out what wines they are drinking tonight.

Tonight, our three wines include:

1. 2018 Bogle https://boglewinery.com/ Petite Sirah from California. I purchased it from Costco for $8.49. Wine Enthusiast gave this wine a 91 and called it a Best Buy.

2. 2016 Chateau Le Grand Moulin, Blaye Cotes De Bordeaux. I purchased it from Costco for $8.00. The Wine Enthusiast gave this wine a 92 and was the Editor’s Choice. This Bordeaux blend is mostly made up of Merlot with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. It is aged in cement vats and is described as being fruit-forward. Aromas of dark currant, blackberry, cassis, int, and spice with a touch of earthiness. Medium bodied. Refined tannins and balanced acidity.

3. 2020 Aglianico Puglia IGP. The Epicuro Vino Rosso https://www.femarvini.com/en/brand-en/epicuro.html was purchased at Trader Joes for $5.99. Cellar tracker gave the wine a 88. Flavors of Blueberry, plum and fig with a medium level of jamminess. Dark fruits with oak, vanilla and tobacco. Very smooth with full mouth feel. Need to let breath before drinking.

Next week we are tasting canned or boxed wines that you can take to the tailgate. The three wines we will taste include:

1. Bota Mini Sauvignon Blanc, purchased at Wall to Wall Wine for $4.99.

2. Black Box Australia Chardonnay, it was purchased at Wall to Wall Wine for $4.99

3. Canned Oregon Red Pinot Noir. This was purchased from Wall to Wall Wine for $5.99.