Good wines…for less than 8 euros

Did you know that you can still find good wines for less than 8 euros? Here are some suggestions from sommeliers to help you save a lot of money when you're hosting during the holidays.

In white wines :

Bugey Blanc Cuvée Maxime 2009 at €7.90

Chardonnay Côte du Jura (2003) at 6.40 to 6.40 €

(Philippe Butin Estate)

Cheverny Blanc to 2009 at €7.40

(Maison et Fils Estate)

Vintage Clos de la Motte (2009) at €7.99

(Domaine des Deux Vallées)

Chardonnay. Terroir of vines and truffles: Languedoc-Roussillon wine (2009) at €5.95.

In red wines :

Château Eugenie Cahors Tradition (2005) and (2006) at €6.30

Chinon Clos du Saut au Loup (2008) at €7.30

(Dozon Estate)

Vivarais Coast (2008) at €6.10

Mâcon Rouge (2007) at €7.00

(Domaine de la Crouze)

Château Sorbey: Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux (2009) at €5.90.

In rosé wines :

The Dew from Pavia, Bordeaux, (2003) at €6.20

Château Thieuley Clairet, Bordeaux, (2001) at €5.50

In sparkling wines :

Vouvray Tradition (2002) dry or semi-dry at €6.20
(François Pinon)

As you can see, there are ways to please without breaking the bank.