First, for all you wine lovers in Chiang Mai, don't miss Darling Wine Bar on Huay Gaew on the way to Doi Suthep (no longer on Nimanhemin!). They are now serving a fine dinner as well. Of course, all involved are FOD (Friends of Dorothy).

For me, I've found nothing beats a bottle of French or Italian "table wine". Best bet is the wine shop at Lotus on the Superhighway (odd name for the long-muddy ditch). If you are looking for something more unusual, try Tops in Kad Suan Gaew, but they are a bit high. Carrefour used to be fine, but they've let their stock whittle down and there isn't much remarkable left at a reasonable price.