Often celebrated as a chameleon for its adaptability depending on terroir and winemaking style, Chardonnay produces some of the most beautiful and coveted wines in the world. However, with this elevated status comes lofty price tags that can be off-putting for many consumers.
Seeking affordable yet overachieving Chardonnay, we reached out to sommeliers. With suggestions for bottles from Burgundy, examples from the Jura, and one “absolutely addictive” Chardonnay that hails from the underappreciated Auvergne region, the experts were in a very French state of mind. And for those seeking bottles beyond France, budget-friendly wines from California, Oregon, Germany and Italy also made appearances in these sommeliers’ recommendations. There’s even a canned Chardonnay that’s an ideal sidekick for a picnic.
Keep reading to discover Chardonnay that offers excellent value without compromising on flavor.
The best bang-for-your-buck Chardonnay, according to sommeliers: Domaine Dupeuble Beaujolais Blanc Dominique Gruhier Bourgogne Tonnerre Blanc Willamette Valley Producers: Walter Scott, Brick House, and Lingua Franca Les Granges Paquenesses La Mamette Chardonnay Gabriele Morra Langhe Chardonnay Patz & Hall Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2021 Domaine de l’Arfentiere Bourgogne Blanc, Mâcon-Uchizy Presqu’ile Santa Barbara County Chardonnay Brand Electric Chardonnay Acid Test 2022 Rocca Giovanni Langhe Chardonnay Moreau-Naudet Chardonnay 2022 Paul Nicolle Chardonnay 2022 Scar of the Sea Vino de Los Ranchos Chardonnay 2020 Scribe Chardonnay 2021 Beaujolais Blanc Talbott Kali Hart Chardonnay Famille du Vin Château de Béru Chablis Domaine Tissot Côtes du Jura Chardonnay Barberon Cantina Tramin Chardonnay 2020 Domaine Olivier Merlin Mâcon La Roche-Vineuse Domaine Guillot-Broux Mâcon-Cruzille
