Is buying a fine Bordeaux wine without blowing your budget an impossible task? Absolutely not! When deciding on which appellations and distribution channels to choose, here’s a few things you need to know to find high-quality wines at low prices. Read on to discover our secrets to raise a toast without breaking the bank…

What is great about Bordeaux is that you will always find good deals throughout the region, which is home to both delicious and affordable wines and little-known, prestigious cuvées. 

In particular, certain appellations are brimming with wines offering excellent value for money. These include: 

• The Côtes de Bordeaux PDO, on the right bank of Bordeaux, where winegrowers craft round and elegant red wines with aromas of black fruit compote and spicy notes. 
• The Graves PDO, on the left bank, which produces smooth and rich red wines and lively, round and powerful dry white wines.
• The Bordeaux Supérieur PDO, where wonderfully concentrated and complex red wines are made, as well as aromatic, light and refreshing sweet white wines.

To purchase wines at the best price, don’t hesitate to visit winegrowers in person! Buying directly at the estate is often a great way to get a good deal. This also gives you the opportunity to chat with winemakers, taste new cuvées and spend an enjoyable time at estates!

Don’t worry if you can’t visit winegrowers, you can always rely on your local wine retailer. They will surely know how to recommend Bordeaux cuvées to suit your budget and tastes! 

Now you have everything you need to choose a good wine without breaking your budget, it’s time to taste! And do you know how to store your bottle once it has been opened? Read on to find out how to make the most of your wine…