Wine O’Clock Wines
The Mistress of Wine Recommends:
Laborie Blanc de Blancs 2011 South Africa
£14.95 @ South Down Cellars
I enjoyed a bottle of this South African sparkler at the weekend which a friend bought and it was an absolute delight! A Blanc de Blancs - so only made from Chardonnay grapes - it is yeasty, complex and with rich apple notes. Complex yet elegant, it is made in the same method as Champagne; the traditional method so has those lovely bready notes but with a touch more ripeness and lovely bottle age. Highly recommended.
Lot Series Finca La Pampa Barrel Selected Red Blend 2018
£7.99 @ Aldi
This is one of my fave Aldi reds and is currrently down to £7.99 which for a wine of this quality is an absolute steal! It is a blend of 60% Malbec, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Cabernet Franc and has a rich, deep colour and on the palate there is spice, liquorice, black fruits, coffee and mocha. It is very attractive with slightly punchy alcohol at 14.5%. Delicious though.
