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Under 10 Mandorla Shiraz, Sicily 2004, 9 Over the last decade, Sicily has become a source of some excellent wines, often at very reasonable prices. In this hot climate, the Shiraz (or Syrah) grape thrives. Part of an impressive Italian lineup at Marks & Spencer, this is a big, chunky wine with meaty dark fruits, and some chocolate and leathery notes. One to accompany a barbecue, or grilled meats.
Exclusive to Marks & Spencer Under 20 Chianti Colli Senesi 2004 Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico, 12.49 Inexpensive Chianti can be a very dodgy thing to order in an Italian restaurant. But this is the kind of inexpensive Chianti I would love to be served anywhere. Fresh and fruity with vibrant dark cherries and a subtle seam of acidity, this would go with a host of Italian dishes . . . meaty pasta, pizza, antipasti, or any lighter meat dish. Delicious wine at a great price.
Stockists: Kingdom Food & Wine Store, Tralee; Thomas's Deli, Foxrock;
Redmond's, Ranelagh; Lynchs, Glanmire, Co Cork. Also available at selected Italian restaurants nationwide Anything goes Castello Vicchiomaggio Ripa della More Vino da Tavola 2001, 29.99 I have tasted this wine twice in recent months, and each time it has impressed greatly. Castello Vicchiomaggio is one of the leading wine estates in Tuscany.
This wine is made primarily from Sangiovese, the classic Tuscan grape with a little Cabernet Sauvignon blended in. It is a wonderful, classy wine with refined ripe blackcurrant flavours, a light smokiness, and a beautifully defined long dry finish. Save this for your very finest roast meats.
Stockists: Kingdom Food & Wine Store, Tralee; Thomas's Deli, Foxrock;
Redmond's, Ranelagh; Lynchs, Glanmire, Co Cork
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