Think of Bordeaux and an exclusive selection premium wines is likely to spring to mind – first growths, en primeur offerings and world-famous châteaux don’t tend to scream ‘value’.
Likewise in Burgundy, you’re unlikely to treat the grands crus of Romanée-Conti, Corton and Montrachet as casual purchases for mid-week quaffing.
But as with most wine regions, you can still find value-for-money bottles and enjoy something truly special without breaking the bank.
To back up this claim, we’ve pulled together a number of wines from across Burgundy and Bordeaux, all on the shelf at £25 or less per bottle* – and some below £20.
There’s something for everyone here; sparkling, white, red and sweet, and several offerings from well-known areas including St-Julien, St-Estèphe, Beaujolais, Chablis and Sauternes.
Alongside individual producers, our selection also showcases some great-value supermarket own-brand labels.
Value Burgundy and Bordeaux for Christmas
You could even plan your Christmas meal around the theme. Kick off the festivities with some bubbles in the form of Jean Chartron’s Le Crémant de Jean Blanc de Blancs Brut.
For a white to pair with turkey, opt for Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Chablis Vieilles Vignes or if you’re after a red, try Château Poujeaux, La Salle de Poujeaux with beef.
Finish the meal with a luscious Sauternes, such as EH Booth & Co’s 2018 offering – perfect with sweet treats, cheese or simply to savour alone.
*The Sauternes listed is available in half bottle format
