Quality v. Quantity: Positive Action as Wine Prices Surge.
Two lovely white wines and a classy malbec reveal the value of heading for areas outside the best known ones.
2 Lipsmacking Alternatives to Familiar Success Stories.
Sauvignon blanc with restraint and Rioja without aging defy conventional thinking in today’s post.
Get Ahead of the Curve with a Born-Again Region
Ignore doomsayers claiming Beaujolais has had its day – here are current, and great value, masterpieces.
When Big can be Good (and Inexpensive).
Top Tip’s spotlight goes on two wines from major producers illustrating how well they sometimes pinpoint the characteristics and price points that customers prioritise.
Canny Uses for the Lidl Wine Tour
Today sees a detailed look at the Lidl Wine Tour that starts this morning and a MidWeeker’s ideas on building a budget cellar from it.
The Pink Side of Pinot and the Richer Side of Reds.
A delightfully unusual rosé for you to relish today along with a red with an edge of sweetness.
Red Only Drinkers are Seriously Missing Out
Six contrasting (but superb) illustrations showing how white wines can enhance your drinking this summer.
Familiar Names Still Riding High
A lovely Spanish red (with a well-known default option for the fleet of foot, if needed) and another familiar name appears among the whites.
5 Stellar Options from Majestic’s “Chosen Ones”.
Running the rule over the new “Chosen by Majestic ..” range, I find some excellent options for you to enjoy.
Discounter Options for Your Very Own “House Wine”
Attractive “go to” options from both premium discounters for uncomplicated drinking at home.