Brian Elliott is an established wine journalist, taster, judge and writer with a weekly column in Scottish newspapers.
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Caution and conservatism constrain many wine buying decisions so it is good see a major retailer introducing a range of reliable and enjoyable “off the beaten track” wines to tread the same path as our “Under the Radar” posts.
A smooth fruity Rioja and a fresh aromatic Pinot Grigio.
For summer celebrations we need wine that moves up a step from the customary “vin ordinaire” – Sunday Best choices do that for you.
A grassy but delicate Sauvignon and a great value Cote du Rhone.
Like Britain’s premium discounters, MidWeek Wines doggedly pursues “wallet-friendly but trusty” wines and here are some recent additions to the range at Aldi.
An Extra Special Douro and a rich, juicy Australian Pinot Grigio.
Don’t we all love those raspberry and milk chocolate elements that malbec brings to the party but which High Street malbecs top my personal list?
A South African Pinotage Malbec and a great value Languedoc Picpoul, both £7 or under.
With so much more online traffic these days, my regular “Pick of the Clicks” review takes on added significance with its customary array of recommended wines from established online retailers.
A well-priced New Zealand Sauvignon and fruity but solid Montepulciano.
