10 Wines to Try This 2020

It’s a new year, and a great time to try something new! If you are searching for a new wine to brighten a party or reinvigorate a relaxing night at home, these ten wines are definitely worth a try. Many of these varietals may already be on your list, and if not there is something here for every taste and every occasion.

German wines are often sweet, and ice wine is no exception. A dessert wine made from grapes frozen on the vine, ice wine is concentrated and juicy. It is wonderful paired with nutty or fruity desserts.

Hungarian Tokaji is another fine dessert wine. It is syrupy, almost nectar-like. Still rare outside of Europe, you will look like quite the sommelier with a Tokaji on the table.

Beaujolais Nouveau is a fruity, unaged red. It is released for sale on the third Thursday of November. Best served immediately, it is a good wine for Thanksgiving dinner or other fall occasions.

Torrontés is an aromatic white wine from Argentina. A dry white with citrus and floral notes, it pairs well with spicy foods including Thai curries, Indian, and South American cuisines.

Italian Brunello di Montalcino adds a touch of class to any dinner party. It is one of the most prestigious wines in the world. Made of Sangiovese Grosso grapes, it features a decisive bouquet with notes of vanilla, cherry, raspberry, and licorice.

Cava is an acidic sparkling wine. With notes of lime and yellow apple, it is crisp and refreshing. Pair it with tapas or use it as a substitute for champagne or prosecco.

Many experts say that Australian Shiraz fueled the country’s wine renaissance. It’s the country’s most-planted varietal. Oaky, jammy, and complex, there is a Shiraz for every occasion.

Vermentino grapes lend a fruity and honeyed flavor perfect for a spring garden party. This balanced white is without parallel when paired with a seafood pasta or risotto or on its own as an aperitif.