Sometimes you want to spend an extra buck or two for really nice dinner wine. May we suggest these four winners for your consideration.

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If you have a love for Barolo but can't afford it, try the next best thing.

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Every holiday season breweries all over the world bring out very special beers to celebrate the brewer's crafty creativity.

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If you don't know the whites of Alsace, Thanksgiving is the perfect time to try them. Budget friendly Willm is a good place to start.

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These delicious reds from Southern France are among the best bargains out there.

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As good as Piedmont's best wines are, it's Barbera that you'll find on the table.

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Jackson of California partnered with this old Chianti estate to upgrade the wines.

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Pinot grigio has been underwhelming for years, but recent bottlings have shown well.

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Maryland's most successful red grape is also a big winner around the world. Al and Hugh give some cabernet franc picks.

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It's the perfect time of year to enjoy Tuscany's preeminent medium bodied red.

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