Strangely enough, people who drink red wine in moderation may lower their cholesterol and have some manner of protection against heart disease or cancer. Studies are mixed on the subject but resveratrol, a compound found in red grapes, apparently has some beneficial properties.
I'm particularly fond of sweeter Southern red wines such as muscadine wine. These are sweet dessert wines that are best served chilled. They are not highbrow wines by any stretch of the imagination, and I would not suggest you order them at a fancy restaurant or drink them accompanying red meat. However they are perfect for sipping on a hot summer evening. In particular, try Carolina Red from the Duplin Winery in Rose Hill, NC.