Celebration-worthy wines $15 and under

Liven up your holiday festivities with these top-rated wines that are as affordable as they are delicious. Cheers!

If you like WHITE…

This easy-to-drink California riesling is light in body and slightly sweet with hints of apricot, almond and pear. Its balanced acidity and aromatic herbal undertones deliver a delicious finish and make it a vibrant companion to savory favorites like roast chicken or pork. It pairs equally well with strong cheeses and fruit desserts. Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Riesling ($13)

If you like ROSÉ…

With sweet notes of fresh berries, citrus and peach and a dry finish, this well-balanced pretty-in-pink vino proves to be extremely versatile on a holiday menu or with any meal. Its crispness complements the sweetly spiced glaze on our ham, plus its light acidity cuts through the richness of heavier dishes like macand-cheese, creamy potato sides and rich desserts.

Josh Cellars Rosé ($14)

If you like RED…

An elegant addition to any feast, this pinot noir boasts a bright fruitiness with aromas of strawberry and raspberry and undertones of vanilla and oaky spice. Medium-bodied and low in tannins, this red will not overpower the lighter flavor of poultry and pairs beautifully with roasted or braised meats, greens and creamy desserts. Bonterra Organic Pinot Noir ($15)