The 50 Best Wines Under $50 From Our Critic, Who Tasted 2,874

A few tips: When you see a good buy, don’t wait. And remember that retailers frequently offer discounts before the holidays and throughout January.

In my annual top 50 buys under $50, I’ve tried to highlight wines new to me along with perennial bargains. My biggest sticker shock was how few Champagnes are still available at this price point, even on sale. Robyn Mackenzie/Dreamstime/TNS

By Elin McCoy Bloomberg News

It’s that time again.