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The Top 10 best value wines in the world, as rated by the world's wine critics.
Etna is an Italian wine DOC covering the volcanic landscape around Mount Etna, the 10,920ft (3330m) stratovolcano which dominates Sicily's north-eastern corner. The Etna wine-producing zone arcs around the volcano's eastern side, from Randazzo to Santa Maria di Licodia. The loftiest vineyards on Mount Etna are among the highest in the world.... more
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Aglianico is a black-skinned grape variety native to southern Italy. It is known to produce full-bodied red wines that show musky berry flavors with firm tannins and good aging potential. Even when grown in hot climates, Aglianico is capable of reaching high levels of acidity, which makes it a particularly useful vine in the Mediterranean.... more
La Guia Penin is Spain's most comprehensive wine guide. It is compiled by Jose Penin, whose knowledge of international and Spanish wines has accumulated over more than 25 years as a professional wine writer and journalist. The guide lists tasting notes and scores for more than 8,000 Spanish wines.... more