O’Briens has a wide range of wines on promotion this month and next. As well as the wines below, the three Wildflower wines from Romania – a sauvignon, pinot noir and merlot all offer pretty good value at €9.49. One classic French white is the floral, crisp, dry Sancerre Henri Bourgeois (was €32.99, now €28.99). Another classic worth buying is the steely vibrant Chablis Jean-Marc Brocard (was €30.99, now €22.99).
From the red wines, the Château Léotins is a well-priced Bordeaux (€11.99 down from €15.99) but it is worth paying a few euros more for the Château Saint Bonnet (well-priced at €17.99 down from €25.99) a cru Bourgeois from the Médoc in Bordeaux. Lovers of New World wines should try out the rich fruit-filled spicy Norton Lujan de Cuyo Malbec, well-priced at €14.99 (was €18.95). Lastly, I enjoyed the delightful delicately fruity Santenay Temps de Cerises (€34.99 down from €40.00) from Domaine Olivier.
Picpoul de Pinet Caves Molière 2024
12%, €12.99 (down from €18.99)
This is a very attractive Picpoul, a cut above most on offer. Lightly aromatic with plenty of lively citrus, pear and peach fruits. Perfect on its own, with most seafood or light salads.
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MAN Family Wines Jan Friskaal Merlot 2023
13.5%, €11.99 (down from €15.99)
A classic merlot with ample ripe plums and dark fruits with a touch of spice. Try this with richer pasta dishes or pork chops.
