Brian Elliott is an established wine journalist, taster, judge and writer with a weekly column in Scottish newspapers.
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Almost overnight it seemed, picpoul de pinet was catapulted from semi-obscure regional speciality to what many considered “the next big thing”. Here are suggestions about why – and about who sells the good versions.
Actually, it’s £16.57 but we are unlikely to squabble over 7p. …… or fall out, I suspect, about the quality on offer here – with a £9.99 red to satisfy those seeking something a little further up the ladder.
While Rioja has multitudes of admirers, other parts of Spain also do great things with tempranillo, as an organic version and an unusual blend testify here – AND at a reduced price (for the next couple of weeks anyway).
I am hugely impressed by the value and expertise represented by the intense red featured here and the classy white that costs just a couple of pounds more.
An Easter wine bonanza starts in Tesco this morning. To find out whether – and how – you qualify for Rioja Reserva at £4.13 and New Zealand pinot at £5.25, click on the “Read More” or “Continue Reading” buttons.
Your local Co-op has a good all-round selection on promotion at the moment but three everyday reds offer especially good value for money.
There is real diversity to Majestic’s current promotion and going in to look them over may gain you a chocolate egg too.
Stop Press: A fresh five day multi-buy discount starts this morning at Sainsbury’s
M&S has an ambitious discount deal running for most of this month – perfect for trying an unusual white, a retro one or some excellent sherry.
Come on savvy shoppers here are two impressive pinots – one under a fiver – and a tasty Italian blend that will most certainly brighten the last few weeks of winter.
