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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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Defining moments for top retailer

Sorry folks but problems with software have kept me from adding posts for a few days. Here though are my (slightly belated) thoughts on Majestic’s new Definition range – a selection that includes a terrific pinot noir and some chardonnay that hits its target perfectly.

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Little known heroes from the Odd Squad

What connects an Italian region you have scarcely heard of with two off-beat red blends from areas off most people’s radar? Actually, all three are currently on offer at Waitrose. And which one would I recommend? Answer = all three!

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Great taste, great price but little known

Even I – who know what to expect – am overwhelmed by the sea of yellow “shelf talkers” that announce the latest Tesco promotions. Cut to the chase with this simple list of what really does outperform its price label.

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Boldly go where wine wimps fear

You know what it’s like, there’s fun and kudos in serving something different, but what if it’s rubbish? No such worries about the couple of avante garde whites featured here; both are terrific.

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