Best Wines $10 and Under

CK Mondavi Scarlet Five

Type: Red Blend

Origin: Napa Valley, California

Rating: 12/20

Price: $8

As the name implies, this red is a blend of the five Bordeaux varietals, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Malbec. Because it's a blend, it is more complex than many bargain wines with layers of black cherry, blackberry and plum with caramel on the finish.

For more information, visit the CK Mondavi official website.