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The best white wines for Christmas from £4.75

Wine prices are always going up - but there are still deals on the shelves. All of these bottles are £10 and under, so grab them when you see them

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20 lovely whites to enjoy this season
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Vista Castelli Trebbiano d’Abruzzo 2022

Italy, £4.75, Tesco

Simple, refreshing citrus and herb flavours in this bargain-priced wine. Serve it chilled as an aperitif or with a festive party buffet.

Finest Côtes de Gascogne 2022

France, £7.50, Tesco

Fragrant with citrus aromas, zesty pink grapefruit and lime flavours, this will wake up your taste buds and prepare them for dinner.

Pierre Jaurant French Viognier 2022

France, £5.99, Aldi

With bright apricot and peach flavours, hints of ginger spice and a clean citrus finish, pair this with chicken, mild curries and scallops.

The Best South African Chardonnay 2022

£8.50, Morrisons

Made by Cape winemaker Trizanne Bernard, this has a light style with ripe melon and crunchy apple fruit. No oak, so the flavours shine out.

Extra Special Palacio de Vivero 2022

Spain, £6.75, Asda

Juicy nectarine and citrus flavours, edged with fennel and herbs make this an excellent palate cleanser. If you like sauv blanc, you will love this.

Boumvine The White 2023

South Africa, £8.99 on mix-six deal, Majestic

A strange name, but the wine is terrific. Grapes from old bush vines give bright citrus and honeysuckle flavours with a creamy finish.

Torres Viña Sol 2022

Spain, £7 until 12 Dec (then £8), Sainsbury’s

A real thirst-quencher with fresh citrus and peach flavours that works well as an aperitif or alongside salads and fish.

Broglia Gavi di Gavi 2022

Italy, £10 until New Year’s Day (then £16.99), Waitrose

Outstanding, made from 100 per cent Cortese grapes. Jasmine, pear and pineapple with a dusting of herbs.

Taste the Difference Pinot Grigio Trentino 2022

Italy, £7 until 12 Dec (then £8.25), Sainsbury’s

High-altitude vineyards give a freshness as well as ripe apple and pear notes with a touch of cream.

Chablis Esprit de Chablis 2022

France, £10 until 13 December (then £17.99), Waitrose

Seriously good Chablis with crunchy citrus flavours that will drink well alongside fish and seafood.

Specially Selected Marsanne 2022

France, £7.49, Aldi

Often lost in a blend, Marsanne is a distinctive grape with fresh peach, quince and a hint of orange pith flavours. Try it alongside roast pork.

Workshop Mastercraft Sauvignon Blanc 2022

New Zealand, £8 until New Year’s Day (then £11.50), Morrisons

Packed with fresh-cut grass, gooseberry and green apple notes. Team with prawns, fish and feta salads.

Finest Falanghina 2022

Italy, £8.50, Tesco

Bring back summer with this pink grapefruit -and lime-filled wine, with ripe pears and hints of nutty complexity. Team with creamy pasta.

Irresistible Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay 2022

France, £9.50 until 2 January (then £10.50), Co-op

Creamy, rounded peach and melon flavours, backed by lemon freshness. Good enough to go with the turkey.

Found Mtsvane 2022

Georgia, £10 in store, Marks & Spencer

Never tried a wine from Georgia? This is its signature white grape with spring blossom aromas, peach and pear flavours with a dusting of herbs.

Fairtrade Chenin Blanc 2023

South Africa, £5 until 2 Jan, Co-op members, (then £5.65), Co-op

A new-vintage wine that tastes good, with sun-ripe fruit and crunchy apple flavours.

Sunlight Chardonnay 2023

by Oxford Landing South Australia, £6 until 12 Dec (then £7), Sainsbury’s

Light in alcohol at 7 per cent, but not light on flavour. Fresh, citrus and honeydew melon notes.

Extra Special Fiano 2022

Terre Siciliane Italy, £6.75, Asda

Light floral aromas followed by peachy apricot flavours and ripe apple crunch make this perfect for salads, seafood and creamy pasta.

Lo Scudo Soave Classico 2022

Italy, £7 until New Year’s Day (then £8), Marks & Spencer

Delicate and floral at first, followed by ripe pears, lime and a touch of herbs that goes with anything fishy.

Villa Blanche Sauvignon Blanc 2022

France, £7.49 until New Year’s Day (then £9.99), Waitrose

Grapes bathed in sunshine produce ripe pear and peach notes and crunchy gooseberry freshness.

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