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Brian Elliott

Brian Elliott
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Brian Elliott is an established wine journalist, taster, judge and writer with a weekly column in Scottish newspapers.

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Now for Aldi’s Seasonal Specials

Another look today at wine from premium discounters with the focus on the Aldi seasonal specials that went in store this week – offering some real superstars – along with more Top Tips and the usual Best of the Rest.

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Lidl’s Promotion – Back to France

A new (largely French) Lidl promotion starts today which, once again, includes well made options from great value areas – starting at £4.99. Catch up too with my top tips for drinking enjoyment and the regular Best of the Rest feature.

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Highlights from another Tesco promotion

Today’s review pinpoints three slightly unusual components that sit in the latest Tesco promotion, along with a pair of great Best of the Rest options plus my tip for finding which top selling fizz might suit you best.

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The “Jamie Olivers” of Winemaking

Much to enjoy today, guys, with news of a new trend towards celebrity winemakers, advice on how to enjoy an old favourite (claret) and two good examples from the Best of the Rest ………. So what are you waiting for ……

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Sainsbury’s moves onto another promotion

A new Sainsbury’s promotion started yesterday and I have selected four from its 60 or so components that I think most MidWeekers will enjoy. Two are from Bordeaux and certainly punch well above their price point – as does the Chilean representative.

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Convenient in location, price and reliability

A game of two halves today – a couple of attractive reliable wines at around a fiver with two really classy stars a little higher up the price point. All that and a top wine serving tip along with the usual Best of the Rest review – so what are you waiting for?

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Finest* Gets Finer!

Today we take a look not just at the latest Tesco offers but also at some recent tasty additions to their Finest* range – as well as the usual Best of the Rest and a glance at the upcoming harvest time.

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