Brian Elliott is an established wine journalist, taster, judge and writer with a weekly column in Scottish newspapers.
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Like Britain’s premium discounters, MidWeek Wines doggedly pursues “wallet-friendly but trusty” wines and here are some recent additions, new vintages or just re-packaged old favourites from Aldi.
A £5 white Rioja, a classic Australian Merlot and a bonus Bargain Booze tip.
Catch up with my personal highlights (that start around £5) from the winners in the 2021 People’s Choice Drinks Awards,
A ripe Australian red and a great value Montepulciano – both under £6.
Join the increasing numbers of folk getting wine from the web with this easy to use guide that recommends no fewer than eight wines from a variety of established on-line retailers.
A lively but light Chilean Pinot Grigio and two standout reds from Aldi.
Wine price rises are unlikely to stop anytime soon so how to react? Here’s one response (involving two wines) that will work – and three approaches that won’t.
A zesty Sicilian Pinot Grigio and a smooth French red.
Wow! Lovely choices from Iberia in the new Lidl Wine Tour analysed and assessed here.
Two Italian classics – at a great price.
