Fado Friendship Reserva, Portugal, £7, Centra
This wine is a powerful trilogy of the Tinta Roriz, Alicante Bouschet and Syrah grapes. It is ruby-red in colour and has a clean nose with aromas of ripe red fruits, forest berries and some balsamic notes. On the palate, it has good volume, well matured tannins and a persistence on the finish. Full-bodied and with smooth tannins – at 13.5 per cent ABV it is quite weighty. Serve with grilled meat and mature cheese.
19 Crimes The Uprising Red Wine, Australia, was £10, now £8, Asda
The Uprising pays homage to Australia’s ‘Rum Rebellion’ of 1808. Due to the government’s hindering of the rum trade, the rebellion was the only time a group of soldiers and citizens banded together to overthrow it. A portion of this wine has thus been aged for 30 days in rum barrels and is dark with jammy flavours and a smoky finish. Rich and full-bodied it is an outstanding wine for the price tag – one of my personal favourites...
WINE OF THE WEEK
Allini Conegliano Superiore Prosecco, £7.99, Lidl
If you are looking for a decent fizz to celebrate National Prosecco day on August 13 then why not try this example which has officially been named the World’s Best Prosecco at the 2020 Sparkling Wine Awards and, at the price, it’s winning on value too. A subtle Prosecco with delicate pearls and pleasant freshness with aromas of peach, pear and apple blossom.
