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Binny's faves by Charlie Hough

Honestly, I could probably list hundred, but here's a few from Italy with a try:

Villa Calcinaia Chianti Classico - If you told me I had one last bottle of wine to enjoy it would be this one, and it's $22.

Gaja Sito Moresco - Ever heard of a Super Tuscan? This is a super Piedmont: cabernet, merlot, and nebbiolo. Doesn't need to be aged, a fantastic pop and pour.

G D Vajra Barolo Albe - The best Barolo for the price. My personal favorite Barolos are Conterno and Borgogno, but they are not cheap.

Paitin Barbaresco is my favorite Barbaresco

Caprili Brunello di Montalcino for a great starter Brunello, and on the higher end try Conti Costanti.

The Napa ones in my original post are my favorites. Paul Hobbs makes entry level wines under the Crossbarn label that are fantastic as well.

I'm out of time to list more from other countries and white wine, but if you go through all these let me know and I will post more.