Decent white wine for a tenner? (Better than Daybreak SB)

[popegregory]

Inspired by the similarly titled red wine thread. I drink red but like a nice cold glass of white when it’s warm; frankly I know even less about this than I do red. I’ve only alluded to Daybreak as it’s on the go at the moment, I don’t think it will reappear. Are the whites from the red makers I like such as Casillero Diablo worth a punt? What’s everyone’s go to?

[andyA700]

I don't like white wines which are too sweet, so I bought one of these last week too try and it was very refreshing.

https://atimeforwine.blog/2020/06/02/gruner-veltli...

[popegregory]

Presuming we’re all red drinkers on here then given the lack of replies! I’ll get exploring the suggestions on that thread instead

[Panamax]

The Italian white wines at Tesco are an absolute bargain at around £6 a bottle. Stunning value.

https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/shop/drinks/...

[NNH]

I find New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough to very reliable and decent value

[Bill]

I'm more of a rose fan when it's warm. Currently got a bottle of Maison Castel on the go, bought on offer from Waitrose. And also like Esprit de Buganay. And TBH Vina Sol rose is perfectly acceptable to this peasant.

[mikef]

At around a tenner, I’d say try a Spanish Albariño or it’s Portuguese equivalent Alvarinho, or even a Picpoul de Pinet from France. They are all currently in fashion at UK supermarket chains

[Mobile Chicane]

Tesco has a fantastic Argentinian Torrontes in the 'Finest' range. £7.35 if I recall.

If you like the peachy notes of a Viognier you will love it. It has all of these but is just a tad more 'nutmeggy', and of course much cheaper.

[Scabutz]

popegregory said:

Inspired by the similarly titled red wine thread. I drink red but like a nice cold glass of white when it’s warm; frankly I know even less about this than I do red. I’ve only alluded to Daybreak as it’s on the go at the moment, I don’t think it will reappear. Are the whites from the red makers I like such as Casillero Diablo worth a punt? What’s everyone’s go to?

I really like the Casillero Diablo Savingon Blanc. It's very light and goes down easily, has a slightly acidic taste but not too strong. It's quite often on offer in Tesco as well for 6 quid if you have a club card.

[Evoluzione]

Same answer as the red thread - Yellowtail.

[C70R]

This is delicious and crisp without being too acidic/tart, and fantastic with seafood. Also great just to drink sitting in the sun.

https://www.waitrosecellar.com/white-wine/picpoul-...

This is also a sensational solo drinker.

https://www.waitrosecellar.com/quinta-de-azevedo-v...

If you can't buy these exact bottles, I'd recommend looking for these styles of wine if you wanted to broaden your horizons a little.

Edited by C70R on Wednesday 18th May 21:59

[C70R]

NNH said:

I find New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough to very reliable and decent value

It's a very acquired taste (not everyone like white that slaps them in the face with passionfruit and gooseberry), and some of the cheaper stuff really lacks the subtlety of a half-decent French white.

Having said that, it's a very easy way to get rat-arsed sitting in the sun.

[C70R]

andyA700 said:

I don't like white wines which are too sweet, so I bought one of these last week too try and it was very refreshing.

https://atimeforwine.blog/2020/06/02/gruner-veltli...

If you like your whites dry and tart/citrussy, you won't go far wrong with a half-decent Gruner Veltliner.

[NNH]

C70R said:

NNH said:

I find New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough to very reliable and decent value

It's a very acquired taste (not everyone like white that slaps them in the face with passionfruit and gooseberry), and some of the cheaper stuff really lacks the subtlety of a half-decent French white.

Having said that, it's a very easy way to get rat-arsed sitting in the sun.

It's a lot cheaper than what I usually pay to be slapped in the face with tropical fruits

[Common Porpoise]

NNH said:

I find New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough to very reliable and decent value

can't go wrong , really.... "the Ned" is a really good one. available in Co-op, sainsburys and waitrose.
my favourite NZMS was called Makutu Bay but i haven't seen it for years

[Riley Blue]

From Chile, Phantom River SB is a favourite here. Usually less than £6 at Sainsburys.

[omniflow]

If you get your timing right, you can get Bread and Butter Chardonnay from Majestic for £10.99.

[lrdisco]

Bill said:

I'm more of a rose fan when it's warm. Currently got a bottle of Maison Castel on the go, bought on offer from Waitrose. And also like Esprit de Buganay. And TBH Vina Sol rose is perfectly acceptable to this peasant.

When you say a bottle on the go are you referring to actually drinking a bottle of wine in more than one evening?

[Bill]

I'm trying to be good...

And starting with a gin, moving on to rose and then having some red often means I have two on the go!

[thebraketester]

Botham Sauvignon Blanc is decent.

Other to look for, Gavi, Picpoul. A vinho verde is nice on a hot summers day as it's slightly sparkling. All of those should be available for around £10