CONTINUING the Summer sizzlers in great value wines, Gilbeys have brought us some favourites both new and old and a blast from the past that will be a huge surprise to many.
[yellow tail] Rose – A delight when I first tried this and ever since, this wine has delivered and never failed. With notes of strawberries and a hint of spice, this slightly cherry flavour wine is great – in sunshine or under the stars. €9.49
[yellow tail] Shiraz – Berries and pepper are the first things that burst out of the glass when you encounter this wine, but the shiraz almost transforms the pepper tones to sweet and gives you a ripe fruit flavour that is perfect with a BBQ. €9.49
The people behind Santa Rita bring us great value wines that uphold a level of consistency that keeps them at the top of their game.
Santa Rita Merlot – A deep ruby red wine that is full of ripe fruits, character and a hint of pepper. Enjoy this rounded wine with almost any food. €9.99.
Santa Rita Cabernet Sauvignon – Forest fruits and red berries dominate this classic wine while the soft finish is justified given the juicy ripe tannins that earlier develop on the palate. €9.99
Santa Rita Sauvignon Blanc – Crisp and refreshing, just what a white of its style should do, the sauvignon blanc brings us bags of citrus fruits that are both fresh and deeply balanced. €9.99
AND then there was the blast from the past.
Black Tower makes a great comeback to our shelves and the reason I say that is because when I saw that bottle I became very interested in its contents – more so than many others of this range.
Soaking up the apples and pears from the wine while the fresh and fruity style gave a great balance, this Pinot Grigio looks great, tastes great and will be a super talking point for your next gathering as you marvel at this iconic blast from the past. €9.29
