Red Alerts for Christmas
Brian Elliott
December 2, 2021
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Dispel doubts about which Christmas red wines to buy by using my guide that ranges from Spain to Adelaide with bottles that start at £7.50.
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Dispel doubts about which Christmas red wines to buy by using my guide that ranges from Spain to Adelaide with bottles that start at £7.50.
A rare budget Bordeaux and a classic but unpretentious white
Our countdown to Christmas begins today – with recommendations for sweet wines as well as ports and sherries to suit that very special season.
A select harvest Rioja and a soft Pinot Grigio.
South African producers have had an especially hard time with Covid restrictions and deserve our support – hence this selection of great value party wines from their winelands.
An Extra Special Chenin Blanc and light but juicy Rioja.
Sunday Best selections take the MidWeek Wines philosophy a rung up the price ladder to give you wines above the £10 barrier (only just sometimes) you can buy with confidence.
Time to take Californian Chardonnay off the naughty step
Get ahead of prophesied wine price increases with my guide on what tastes good among the unfamiliar grapes that grace Waitrose’s update to its “Loved & Found” range.
A new vintage Pecorino and a juicy South African Cinsault.