This weekend, our wines come from O’Briens. Both offer great value for money.

Rueda is a region about two hours’ drive north of Madrid. It is famous for its fresh dry white wines made from either the sauvignon blanc grape or the local verdejo variety. Inexpensive Rueda can be disappointing, but this wine is very keenly priced.

There are hundreds of châteaux in Bordeaux, some of them producing very good medium-bodied red wine at fair prices. This wine, made from a blend of merlot, cabernet sauvignon and cabernet franc, is a perfect example.

Mantel Blanco 2025, Verdejo, Rueda

13%, €14.99 (down from €19.99)

This is a delicious, well-priced wine. Vibrant and zesty with lovely clean peach fruits, a herbal touch and a good crisp dry finish. Enjoy with tapas, grilled plaice or goat’s cheese.

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Château Puy-Marceau 2020, Bordeaux

14%, €14.99 (down from €19.99)

This is a very attractive maturing Bordeaux with smooth plum and red cherry fruits, finishing with light tannins. This would go perfectly with a roast of lamb or Comté cheese.