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    French Wine! The Best Wines From France

    For many people wine is synonymous with France. After all, it's been a part of the French way of life for hundreds of years. France is also home to some of the world's most expensive wines (in places like Bordeaux and Burgundy for example); however, that doesn't mean there aren't bargains to be had!

    In our list of the Best Wines from France under $20 we make it easy. All of the good and none of the bad.

    The Best French Wine Under $20 - The Reverse Wine Snob Picks!

    If you asked people to list what comes to mind when they think of the country of France, French wine would, without a doubt, be near the top of the list. But there is so much wine that comes from this place (and some of it is so incredibly expensive) that it can be dizzyingly complex to navigate your way around vino from this country.

    With 15+ major wine regions in France (like the Rhone Valley and Languedoc), each with their own unique set of rules, it’s no wonder consumers find French wine so confusing. It also doesn't help that most French wines begin with the word "Château" or "Domaine" and have rather similar, old-fashioned looking labels!

    Click here to check out our printable shopping lists!

    In this section, I offer a number of recommendations of my favorite, inexpensive wines from all over France, all offering tremendous quality. Let's get started on a lifelong journey of exploring the wine of France!

    Read on for our list of The Best French Wines Under $20!

    Miraval Provence Rosé - Tasty Stuff

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 4, 2023 Last Updated: February 4, 2023

    Miraval Provence Rosé - Tasty Stuff

    Does it live up to the hype? We review the Miraval Cotes de Provence Rosé. A dry rosé blend of Cinsault, Grenache, Rolle and Syrah from vineyards close to the village of Correns in Provence, France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, Rosé

    Pontificis GSM - A GSM Blend for the Masses

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 31, 2023 Last Updated: January 31, 2023

    Pontificis GSM - A GSM Blend for the Masses

    Another consistently good Trader Joe's pick, the Pontificis GSM. 45% Grenache, 35% Syrah and 20% Mourvedre from several different areas in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. This includes Tautavel (Grenache and Syrah), the Herault Plain (Syrah), Puicheric which … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, GSM, Languedoc, Pizza Wine, Thanksgiving, Trader Joe's

    Les Portes de Bordeaux Sauvignon Blanc - Quite The Deal

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 29, 2023 Last Updated: January 30, 2023

    Les Portes de Bordeaux Sauvignon Blanc - Quite The Deal

    A $7 steal from Trader Joe's, Les Portes de Bordeaux Sauvignon Blanc. Sauvignon Blanc from Bordeaux, France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, Sauvignon Blanc, Trader Joe's

    E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Rouge - A Classic Rhone Value

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 26, 2023 Last Updated: January 29, 2023

    E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Rouge - A Classic Rhone Value

    A great wine for the price that is widely available, including at some Costco locations. We review the E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Rouge. 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 10% Mourvedre from vines with an average age of 35 years throughout the southern Rhone Valley of France. The … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, France - Rhone, GSM, Red Blends

    Kirkland Signature Bordeaux Superieur - A Bordeaux Bargain From Costco

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 7, 2023 Last Updated: January 10, 2023

    Kirkland Signature Bordeaux Superieur - A Bordeaux Bargain From Costco

    Is it still quite the find at only $6.99? We check out the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Bordeaux Superieur. 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot from Bordeaux, France. It is aged in French oak for 12 months. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Costco, France, Kirkland Signature, Red Blends, Thanksgiving

    Lucien Albrecht Crémant d'Alsace Brut Rosé - Strawberry Fields Forever

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 29, 2022 Last Updated: December 29, 2022

    Lucien Albrecht Crémant d'Alsace Brut Rosé - Strawberry Fields Forever

    Bubbly makes everything better, especially if it's the Lucien Albrecht Crémant d'Alsace Brut Rosé. 100% Pinot Noir Rosé from Alsace, France. This sparkling wine is made in the methode traditionnelle (the same as Champagne) where the wine undergoes a secondary fermentation … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Costco, France, France - Alsace, Pinot Noir, Rosé, Sparkling Wine, Thanksgiving

    Kirkland Signature Gigondas - Authentically Good

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 28, 2022 Last Updated: December 30, 2022

    Kirkland Signature Gigondas - Authentically Good

    A solidly satisfying Southern Rhone bargain from Costco, we check out the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Gigondas, now a Bulk Buy! 85% Grenache, 10% Syrah and 5% Mourvedre from Gigondas, Southern Rhone Valley, France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Costco, France, GSM, Kirkland Signature, Red Blends, Thanksgiving

    Faire La Fete Brut - Crisp and Tasty

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 28, 2022 Last Updated: December 29, 2022

    Faire La Fete Brut - Crisp and Tasty

    Pair it with salty snacks and a good football game! A tasty sparkling wine at a great Costco price, the Faire La Fete Brut. Sparkling wine made from 60% Chardonnay, 25% Chenin Blanc, 15% Pinot Noir from Limoux, France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, Sparkling Wine

    Maison Barboulot Cabernet-Syrah – Full-Blown Delicious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 22, 2022 Last Updated: December 30, 2022

    Maison Barboulot Cabernet-Syrah – Full-Blown Delicious

    A simply satisfying and super ripe table wine that will have you dreaming of your next European vacation, the Trader Joe's Maison Barboulot Cabernet-Syrah. 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Syrah from the Languedoc in the South of France. The wine is fermented in concrete … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, Highly Recommended, Languedoc, Red Blends, Trader Joe's

    Department 66 D66 Others - Dark, Inky, Delicious Grenache Goodness

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 29, 2022 Last Updated: November 30, 2022

    Department 66 D66 Others - Dark, Inky, Delicious Grenache Goodness

    A beautiful, but high alcohol blend (at an great Costco price) from the Cotes Catalanes appellation in Southern France near Spain, the Department 66 Wines "D66" Others from Dave Phinney. Primarily Grenache along with Syrah and Carignan from vines up to 65 years of age in … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, Grenache, Languedoc, Red Blends

    Le Fat Bastard Pinot Noir - Simple But Good

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 14, 2022 Last Updated: November 15, 2022

    Le Fat Bastard Pinot Noir - Simple But Good

    Smooth, fresh and fruity, we review the Le Fat Bastard Pinot Noir from southern France. Pinot Noir primarily from from select vineyards in the foothills of Massif Central near the communes of Pézenas and Narbonne, France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, Pinot Noir, Pinot Noir For The 99

    Kirkland Signature Cotes du Rhone Villages - A Whole Lot of Complexity For $7

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 6, 2022 Last Updated: October 6, 2022

    Kirkland Signature Cotes du Rhone Villages - A Whole Lot of Complexity For $7

    The best value in all of the Costco Kirkland Signature wines? We check out the latest vintage of the Kirkland Signature Cotes du Rhone Villages. A blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre from Cotes du Rhone Villages, France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, France - Rhone, GSM, Kirkland Signature, Pizza Wine, Red Blends, Thanksgiving

    Loudenotte Cuvée Réservée Pinot Noir From Trader Joe's

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 30, 2022 Last Updated: September 30, 2022

    Loudenotte Cuvee Reservee Pinot Noir From Trader Joe's

    Drinkable $6.99 French Pinot Noir from Trader Joe's? We review the Loudenotte Cuvée Réservée Pays d'Oc Pinot Noir. Pinot Noir from Languedoc-Roussillon, France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, Pinot Noir, Pinot Noir For The 99, Trader Joe's

    Laurent Dublanc Tradition et Terroir Cotes du Rhone from Trader Joe's

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 8, 2022 Last Updated: September 22, 2022

    Laurent Dublanc Tradition et Terroir Cotes du Rhone from Trader Joe's

    A solid little GSM blend, we review the Laurent Dublanc Tradition et Terroir Cotes du Rhone from Trader Joe's. While the label doesn't specify, the wine is a blend of predominantly Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre (aka GSM) from the Rhone Valley of France. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, France - Rhone, GSM, Red Blends, Trader Joe's

    Hampton Water Rosé - Good Medicine

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 6, 2022 Last Updated: October 3, 2022

    Hampton Water Rosé - Good Medicine

    Bon Jovi plus Gerard Bertrand equals a delicious dry rosé? We review the Hampton Water Rosé, available widely including at many Costco locations. A rosé blend of 60% Grenache, 15% Cinsault, 15% Mourvedre and 10% Syrah from Languedoc, France. A portion of the wine is aged … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, Languedoc, Rosé, Thanksgiving

    Le Fat Bastard Chardonnay - Just Right

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 3, 2022 Last Updated: November 14, 2022

    Le Fat Bastard Chardonnay - Just Right

    Surprisingly balanced and light on its feet, we review Le Fat Bastard Chardonnay. 100% Chardonnay from Languedoc, France. The wine does not undergo malolactic fermentation and just a portion is aged in oak. It has just 0.39 g/L residual sugar and is vegan friendly. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Chardonnay, France, Languedoc, Thanksgiving, Vegan

    INSIDER DEAL! SAVE $25 A BOTTLE on Real Deal Burgundy Pinot Noir

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 25, 2022 Last Updated: August 30, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! SAVE $25 A BOTTLE on Real Deal Burgundy Pinot Noir

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. A discount of 56% on 91–93-point Burgundy Pinot Noir aged to perfection. It's the 2016 Maison Roche De Bellene Rully Pinot Noir. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Deals, France, Insider Deals, Pinot Noir, Saturday Splurge

    Chateau des Rochers Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux Review

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 22, 2022 Last Updated: September 1, 2022

    Chateau des Rochers Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux Review

    Quite the find at Costco for just $6.99, we review the Chateau des Rochers Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux. Merlot from organically grown grapes in the Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux region of France. The wine has 3.2 g/L residual sugar. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, Merlot, Organic

    North Forty-Five.2 Pauillac – Pauillac In A Pinch

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 20, 2022 Last Updated: August 26, 2022

    North Forty-Five.2 Pauillac – Pauillac In A Pinch

    A wine from an exclusive region in Bordeaux at an unheard-of price, we review the latest vintage of the North Forty-Five.2 Pauillac from Costco. Here's another interesting one that appears to be a Costco exclusive. It retails for just $19.99 and comes from Flying Blue … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, France, Red Blends

    Edouard Delaunay Septembre Pinot Noir - A Bounty of Good Taste

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 17, 2022 Last Updated: October 3, 2022

    Edouard Delaunay Septembre Pinot Noir - A Bounty of Good Taste

    A fresh, balanced and tasty wine, the Edouard Delaunay Septembre Pinot Noir. 100% Pinot Noir from several areas in Burgundy, France. About 80% of the grapes come from Cote de Beaune and Cote de Nuits and about half the wine was aged in oak barrels with the rest in … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, Pinot Noir, Thanksgiving

    Art of Earth Rosé - Quaffable

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 3, 2022 Last Updated: August 3, 2022

    Art of Earth Rosé - Quaffable

    A tasty blend of organically grown Grenache and Syrah from France, we review the Art of Earth Rosé. A dry rosé blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah, organically grown, from France. The wine is fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks and has 3.9 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, Organic, Rosé

    Tenebres GSM - Bring On The Jam

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 8, 2022 Last Updated: January 1, 2023

    Tenebres GSM - Bring On The Jam

    A sweeter and jammier version of another popular GSM blend from Trader Joe's, we review the Ténèbres GSM. 34% Grenache, 33% Syrah and 33% Mourvedre from France. The wine has 9.5 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, GSM, Red Blends, Trader Joe's

    INSIDER DEAL! Save 44% on 93-Point Moulin a Vent

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 7, 2022 Last Updated: July 11, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Save 47% on 93-Point Moulin a Vent

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Beaujolais cru at its best and it's back! Don't miss our Insider Deal on the 93-point, Highly Recommended Domaine Fond Moiroux Moulin … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Beaujolais, Deals, France, Gamay, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals

    Ile de Conas Le Rosé - Super Satisfying

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 5, 2022 Last Updated: January 1, 2023

    Ile de Conas Le Rosé - Super Satisfying

    A delightful Trader Joe's Bulk Buy that is perfect for summer, we review that latest vintage of the Ile de Conas Le Rosé. A blend of 25% Grenache Gris, 25% Grenache Noir, 20% Caladoc, 15% Pinot Gris and 15% Cinsault from the south of France. Each varietal was vinified … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, France, Rosé, Trader Joe's

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