Inexpensive wine pairings?

I don't have any money for wine after buying all those cardas golden cross cables

Hi,
A few of my favorite values as a wine professional;
for a red try Badia a Coltibuono Cancelli Toscana Rosso 2003 a delicious blend of 70% Sangiovese (the base grape in Chianti) and 30% Syrah for around $12.00/btl. For a white perhaps a nice crisp New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, something like Allan Scott Vineyard Select 2004 at about $12.00/btl.However the best advice I can give you is to find a retailer that you trust, explain you situation and get some advice. That way you can begin to develop a relationship with someone who can help you explore a pretty wide world of wine. Speaking as someone who spent about 9 years in retail there are some really great people out there who are enthusiastic wine lovers and who really want to help you learn and enjoy wine more.

I think that Chianti for the red would be a very traditional selection as an inexpensive but flavorful Italian table wine. Another favorite would be a Lambrusco, also affordable. If you want to spend some more money, try a good Barolo.

I'm not very well versed in Italian white wines, so I'll keep quiet about that.

For whites: $11 to $13 Great with Pasta
Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2003 refreshing with a "zing" and fruity
RH Phillips toasted head chardonnay 2003 creamy pear, fruity and sweet
For Red: $7 to $15 Great with meat
Columbia Crest Two Vines Shiraz 2002 Have not try yet but it is so good that sold out in most places
Columbia Crest Grand Esate Merlot 1999 med to full bodied. Floral and slight bit of oak and tan. Smooth
Hess select Cabernet Sauvignon 2001 med bodied, juicy and excellent with meal

2002 Cougar Crest Syrah, absolutely delicious.