The Fresh and Minerally White Wines Found Between Two Seas

These Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon blends from Bordeaux’s Entre-Deux-Mers offer exceptional value at under $20

When people talk about Bordeaux, they typically refer to the region’s Left Bank and Right Bank. Nestled between the Left and Right Banks is a broad swath of bucolic rolling hills and medieval villages known as Entre-Deux-Mers (“between two seas,” referring to the rivers). Sauvignon Blanc is the most widely used grape, while Sémillon, Sauvignon Gris and Muscadelle are also recognized as principal varieties. The region is one of Bordeaux’s best value plays.

All of these recommended bottlings from my recent tastings are under $20 a bottle and easy to find. Check out the full list of eight wines below! 

CHÂTEAU DE BEAUREGARD-DUCOURT

Entre-Deux-Mers 2024

Score: XX| $15

WS review: Good vibrancy here, with lively thyme and chive notes poking out from a core of lemon pith ...

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