10 Great Wines Under $10

Whether you want a classy addition to the Thanksgiving table or a last-minute holiday gift, wine is the way to go.

And the best part? You don’t need to spend a ton. Studies cited by The Atlantic and the UK's The Guardian have shown that most people can’t tell the difference between upscale alcohol and budget booze.

With that in mind, here are our top picks for inexpensive vino. We provide links to online sellers, but most can be found at your local shops, supermarkets, or big box stores. Happy holidays!

$1.99 - $3.79 (dependent on state) at Trader Joe’s

Available at Trader Joe’s wine stores, the legendary Two-Buck Chuck (Three-Buck in some areas) is a light, fruity white wine that goes well with everything on the Turkey Day table – especially the bird itself.

Pair with: Lemon-Sage Roast Turkey

$6.99 at CityWineCellar.com

This refreshing South African white wine is a wonderful palate cleanser, pairs well with crisp produce, and is a solid choice for drinking with your meal in general.

Pair with: Green Bean Salad with Pomegranate Seeds

$9.99 at Wine.com

This pretty, ruby-hued blend isn’t just nice to look at – it’s a zippy, crisp beverage that’ll tingle your tongue when matched up with tart cranberry sauce.

Pair with: Zesty Cranberry Sauce

$8.99 at MarketviewLiquor.com

Tremendously well-reviewed for an inexpensive red wine – a merlot, no less! – this Oregonian blend is a prime choice for gift-giving, not to mention a favorite of mothers-in-law the world over.

Pair with: Everything (…from our Fancy Thanksgiving Menu)

$8.99 at TheWineBuyer.com

Multiple grandmas insisted we include this German white wine on our list – and it isn’t hard to see why. Crisp, fresh, and fruity, it’s a total bargain for the price. If you’re not fond of drinking sweeter wine with dinner, save it for the pies later.

Pair with: Buttery Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

$5.99 at MarketviewLiquor.com

Another highly touted red wine, this earthy California vintage is lighter than you’d expect from a Pinot Noir, and pairs well with a variety of Thanksgiving foods. Try it with your yams, and work your way around the table.

Pair with: Cinnamon Sweet Potato Mash

$5.99 at ArlingtonWine.net

You know the bottle – it’s the one with the citrus-colored kangaroo that couldn’t scream "Down Under" any louder unless there was a boomerang attached. Turns out, the inexpensive Aussie brand is well-regarded by wine lovers, and this oaky varietal is a tasty match for stuffing.

Pair with: Cornbread Stuffing

$6.99 at Costco

The first and last name in big-box wines offers this medium-bodied Cotes du Rhone blend for a pittance compared to competing labels. While it’s not available online, a quick trip to your local Costco should yield a bottle, as well as a nice variety of budget vino in general.

Pair with: Matzo Cracker Stuffing

$8.99 at InternationalWineShop.com

Don’t try to spell it. Instead, just sit back and sip this economical California white wine. It’s a pleasure alongside almost any Thanksgiving dish, but especially dessert.

Pair with: Chocolate Pumpkin Pie

$8.99 at ArlingtonWine.net

Looking for a bottle of bubbly, but can’t quite swing Veuve Clicquot? Opt for a sparkling white wine instead – Spanish cava or Italian Prosecco are ideal alternatives. We enjoy Cupcake brand for its fruity fizziness, as wells as its ability to make apple pie taste even better (as if that was possible).

Pair with: Apple Crumble Pie