Best red wine under $20?

[highpockets]

Hi Danielle and welcome to the wonderful world of wine! For under 20 bucks you have some options. You mention Chard. and Merlot. The first question is, what will you be serving for food (if any food at all). My fiance and I prefer a nice Cabernet from the Alexander Valley for a romantic evening. We need to know more details... Chard for fish and poultry, the Merlot for beef, lamb, etc.