Posts Tagged “red wine”
An exceptional cru. Famille Fabre is a respected name in the Languedoc wine growing region, which itself has grown in stature over the last couple of decades. Château Coulon Terrasses de Lézignan 2022 does nothing to diminish the growing appreciation of this collection and this beautiful corner of France. Famille Fabre have been cultivating the…
Single Vineyard Collection. Tesco offers wine for every taste and pocket, and this Paul Mas Reserve Merlot 2023 from the Languedoc region is bound to be popular as we approach the festive season. In my opinion the Languedoc produces some of the most underrated and best value wines available in the UK. The region enjoys…
From the Limestone Coast of South Australia. This Tesco Finest Cabernet Sauvignon is a solid expression of both grape and terroir. Wrattonbully Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is great value for money, batting above its price point. Cabernet Sauvignon is a cross between Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc. It originated in the Gironde in southwestern France. It…
The choice for holidays. South Africa is well-known for its quality Merlot. Originally native to Bordeaux, France, Merlot has been cultivated for 500 years or so and is now one of the most popular grape varieties. Steenberg Farm has a delicious expression of this. Steenberg Farm was established in 1682. One might expect the first…
Tesco Classic Wines. Marqués de Riscal is one of the oldest wineries in Rioja. It was founded in Elciego in the Basque Country of Northern Spain in 1858 by Guillermo Hurtado de Amézaga. Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2020 is a fine representation of their quality wines. The grapes used for producing this wine come from…
The lighter red. The weather is warmer at last. We tend to choose lighter wines. Red wine lovers are well-served by Mark West Pinot Noir 2022. Pinot noir wines are among the most popular in the world. By volume, most Pinot noir in America is grown in California and this Mark West hails from the…
Red Wine from California. If you are looking for a good classic wine to enjoy along with your roast meats, then Carnivor Zinfandel would be a good reliable choice. The clue is in the name! The Zinfandel grape is also known as Primitivo. It has a black skin and produces luscious dark wines. It came…
A Smooth Ride. You are planning a Sunday lunch for a crowd. Dark Horse Cabernet Sauvignon could be your wine of choice. California wines account for almost 90% of all wines produced in the US. It has some of the best-regarded vineyards and producers and is best known for its celebrated Cabernets. Dark Horse is…
Versatile Red. The name Trivento is derived from the names of the three local winds: polar, zonda and sudestada. They have helped to create the ideal conditions for the production of this Trivento Argentina Reserve Malbec 2022 and other polished wines from the respected Trivento stable. Mendoza’s high-altitude vineyards in the foothills of the Andes…
Red from Tesco Finest. Grant Burge Wines have produced this creditable McLaren Vale Grenache for the Tesco Finest collection of quality wines. The McLaren Vale has hot summers tempered by cooling winds – perfect conditions for vine-growing. This is one of the oldest wine-producing regions in Australia, and Grenache was one of the early varieties…
A classy red. We all have a favourite wine and mine is Malbec. This 2021 Malbec Golden Reserve is a stylish all-rounder when paired with sumptuous meals for any time of year. Trivento Golden Reserve Malbec 2021 is produced from hand-picked grapes that are then made into a striking red which is a marvellous expression…
A nomadic spirit. This range of wines is known just as much for its attractive labels as for the wine itself: both are noteworthy. En Passant Rouge 2022 by Domaine Gayda is said to be inspired by the pop-rock anthem by the iconic Iggy Pop touring with David Bowie around Europe. It is said to…
Malbec for every occasion. Malbec is a striking purple grape variety used in making the most popular red wine in Argentina and beyond. The grapes have prominent tannins so prized in full-bodied red wines. Trivento 2022 Private Reserve is a solid expression of this style of wine. Malbec is a great wine for any time…
Worth seeking out. One of the Languedoc’s top appellations, Minervois, lies just north of Corbières. This had been one of the long-overlooked wine-making regions of France but now it is enjoying a celebrated reputation for classy wines, and La Petite Villa 2021 showcases one of its quality vintages. La Petite Villa 2021 is a classic…
Ramon Bilbao Spanish Classic. This mouth-filling red is a great all-rounder. Ramon Bilbao Tempranillo Rioja 2019 offers all the expected character of Rioja and at a very reasonable price from your local Tesco. Bodegas Ramón Bilbao was founded in 1924 in the town of Haro, Wine Capital of Rioja. Today they have 265 hectares of…
A Blessed Wine? Here is a church which shares its name with a wine. In the heart of Bergerac, on the well-trodden route to Saint-Jacques of Compostela stands the Church of Saint-Jacques. The original construction was erected in the 12th century as a chapel on the pilgrim trail to Compostela. There is also a rather…
Steeped in Tradition. The name Claret comes from the French term ‘clairet,’ used in 14th century England to describe a rosé wine from Bordeaux. Des Tourelles Claret Bordeaux is a reflection of the contemporary style of red wine rather than the less robust rosé of centuries past. Claret is mostly used as an unofficial name…
Intense Red. Lirac is found in the southern Rhône valley. It is located on the opposite side of the Rhône River to Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Wines here represent better value for money since the region is not as well-known as its more celebrated neighbour. Léon Perdigal Lirac is a good example of wines from this region. The…
A festive and affordable red. Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC 2020 is one of the better wines at this price point. It’s a well-crafted red and perfect for the holiday season, working with beef as well as robust vegetarian options. Tesco offer good quality wines in their Tesco Finest range and this one fits in well –…
Supérieur Red from Tesco. Cap Royal takes its name from the royal Cordouan lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in Europe, found at the entrance of the Gironde Estuary. This Cap Royal Bordeaux 2019 Supérieur Red from Tesco benefits from the expertise of Jean René Matignon, Technical Director of Château Pichon Baron, 2nd Grand Cru Classé, and…