(Time) - Looking for a getaway that's closer to home or doesn't carry a steep premium because of its reputation? Give one of these a try.

A trip to wine country can be romantic or relaxing, but it can also be a big drain on your wallet.

Sometimes, that’s because you return home with a couple more cases of wine than you had planned for, but more often the costs of area hotels and the wine tastings themselves quickly run up the bill. (At least one Napa Valley winery charges between $30 and $45 for a tasting of just five wines.) Smart oenophiles, however, know that there are a number of other good options around the country.

The Napa and Sonoma Valleys might be world famous, but they’re hardly the only region of the country that’s making great wines. Looking for a getaway that’s closer to home and/or doesn’t carry a steep premium because of its reputation? Give one of these areas a try.

Finger Lakes, NY

While Finger Lakes wines aren’t the secret they once were, most wine enthusiasts don’t realize exactly how good this region can be. With over 100 wineries across three lakes, this area has remained remarkably free of the tourist overrun so many other regions face. The lake views are breathtaking – and the Rieslings and Gewürztraminers are outstanding.

Be sure to stop by: Dr. Konstantin Frank Vinifera Wine Cellars, which was the birthplace of East Coast wines, and Atwater Vineyards

Paso Robles, CA

San Francisco visitors tend to head north to more familiar wine territory, but those who head south along the Pacific Coast Highway are rewarded with a strong collection of lesser-trodden wineries. Better still, the prices are a lot cheaper. Cabernet Sauvignon is the star, but don’t overlook the Zinfandel or Merlot.

Be sure to stop by: Eberle Winery and Sculpterra Winery & Sculpture Garden

Texas Hill Country

If delicious brisket’s not quite enough to entice you to visit this area outside of Austin, the wines might push you off the fence. Texas might not seem well-suited for growing grapes, but the nearly 50 wineries in the 60 mile region southwest of Austin are putting out some very impressive offerings. You’ll find standards like Cabernet Sauvignon, but the real interesting work is being done with grapes like Syrah, Grenache and Tempranillo.

Be sure to stop by: Duchman Family Winery and Fall Creek Vineyards