Cheap Merlots or Pinot Noirs for the Beginner?

[WinePrincess]

Hi,

I agree, it is really hard to find great, inexpensive pinot's. I know of a great 2005 halcyon Pinot Noir and it is $17.50. It is really, really good! The Grapes are imported from Corsica and the wine is from Napa Valley,CA. You can't find it in store's it is only available online. Let me know if you want more info.

There is also a GREAT Merlot that is $15.50.
I think the wine is alot better because it is produced by smaller winery's that don't mass produce the wine's and so the quality is excellent since they really take their time on them.

Also, If you use a lead free crystal decanter for your red's (about an hour or two)..it makes a HUGE difference in the taste [img]http://wines.com/ubb/smile.gif[/img] and..if you didn't already know this..NEVER buy a red and come straight home, open it and drink! Uncork it and let it breathe at least an hour! Red's need to breathe alot before drinking [img]http://wines.com/ubb/smile.gif[/img]