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The Best Bordeaux White Wines Less Than $20

Bordeaux is arguably France’s most important Appellation d’origine Contrôlée (AOC), and has been producing wine since vines were first planted by the Romans.

Today, the region is known for its world-renowned robust red wines dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, but Bordeaux is home to plenty of exceptional whites as well. Like their red counterparts, Bordeaux’s white wines are most often blends. But Sauvignon Blanc is the predominate white grape of the region.

These bottles tend to be fresh yet complex. And the best part? These bottles are affordable—all are less than $20 and sure to please a wide array of palates.

Château Tour de Bonnet 2018 Entre-Deux-Mers; $18, 91 points. Tight and mineral driven, this wine is full bodied and will be fruity as it develops further. For now, the texture is the thing, so wait a bit for flavors to ripen. Drink this André Lurton wine from 2020. Saranty Imports. Editors’ Choice. —Roger Voss

Château Argadens 2018 Bordeaux Blanc; $15, 90 points. With a spicy nose that is followed through on the palate, this is a full-bodied, wood-aged wine. Nutmeg zing combines easily with the ripe yellow-fruit and lime flavors. Drink this still-developing wine from late 2019. CTS Distributing. Best Buy. —R.V.

Château de Bonhoste 2018 Bordeaux Blanc; $15, 90 points. Tangy lemon zest comes through strongly in this wine. Its acidity is reinforced by a mineral texture that adds complexity. This fifth-generation Fournier family wine has a full-bodied feel and is still young. Let it calm down a little and drink from late 2019. T. Edward Wines Ltd. Best Buy. —R.V.

Château les Arromans 2018 Entre-Deux-Mers; $14, 90 points. Joël Duffau has produced a beautifully ripe wine in his final year of transferring the vineyard to certified organic. This 80/20 Sauvignon Blanc/Sémillon blend is rich but cut with freshness. Acidity also plays a role in this well-balanced wine, the apple and pineapple flavors right up front. Drink now. Elite Wines Import. Best Buy. —R.V.

Château Nicot 2018 Entre-Deux-Mers; $12, 90 points. From the Dubourg family’s home vineyard for more than 200 years, this blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Muscadelle is concentrated and densely textured. With a spicy bite as well as young green fruits, it needs time. Drink this ripe, full-bodied wine from 2020. MS Walker. Best Buy. —R.V.

Château Thieuley 2017 Bordeaux Blanc; $18, 90 points. Bright, ripe and fruity, this is a rich wine. Full of apple and warm pear flavors, it is concentrated and intense. Touches of spice and pepper add to the poise of the Courselle sisters’ stylish, full wine. Drink now. Fruit of the Vines, Inc. Editors’ Choice. —R.V.

Château Roquefort 2018 Bordeaux Blanc; $15, 87 points. With ripe white fruits that are lit by lemon acidity, this is a balanced, fresh wine. Its edge of minerality and smooth aftertaste make it immediately attractive. Drink now. DHI Selections. —R.V.