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Four of the best wines to hit the Irish market this autumn
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Remember the Chianti that came in a straw-covered bottle often reused as a candlestick holder? We’ve come a long way since then
Two Portuguese wines for under €10
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Which wine would you drink if you were US president?
How to Drink Better: Wine-drinking habits have varied through the political ages, with Donald Trump on the abstemious end of the spectrum
Full-bodied and hedonistic: welcome to wines from Ribera del Duero
The Spanish region was barely known as a wine producer as recently as three decades ago - look at it now
Two great-value wines for those dark midweek nights on the horizon
Wines for the Weekend: Stock up now because both of these bottles are going back up in price very soon
Mad for the malbec: four of John Wilson’s favourites
The taste of a malbec varies hugely depending on where it’s grown - South America, or its traditional France
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Wines for the Weekend: This South African fizz is fresh, moreish and great value for money
Time to try New Zealand sauvignon blanc’s red sister
Irish drinkers have adored sauvignon blanc for years, but pinot noir has only recently hit our radar
Two South African wines to celebrate the wine harvest
Wines for the Weekend: This vineyard aims to produce great value, everyday wines
Four Irish craft ciders to try with your dinner, or on their own
Cider matches well with pork, chicken, firm cheeses and dishes with creamy sauces
John Wilson’s picks from SuperValu’s French wine sale
Wines for the Weekend: A Burgundian take on sauvignon blanc and a Vacqueyras for the last of the barbecues
Why does wine taste better on holiday?
How to Drink Better: It’s a myth that some producers save their best wines for their local market
The wine business is in crisis but these whites might be the thing to save it
Millennials and Gen Z are dictating the direction of the wine market, so maybe everybody else should just hop on board
Two classic Italian wines from Lidl, one for under €10
Wines for the Weekend: A Gavi to drink with seafood and a Chianti that pairs perfectly with pizza
Finding a light red wine isn’t always easy, but find the right one and it’s worth it
Valpolicella, Beaujolais and Loire Valley reds used to guarantee lightness, but climate change means most reds are now a lot stronger
Two wines from lesser-known regions that pack a punch - and are available in Molloy’s
A Picpoul aperitif and an Alentejo with kick for last of those summer barbecues
Is it a good idea to mix together leftover wines at home?
How to Drink Better: You could come up with a new master blend, or perhaps not
My pick of wines from the best European co-operatives
Co-ops haven’t always had the best reputation but some are producing wines that can compete with the best domaines
Two good-value French wines from Dunnes, one from a former rugby star
Dunne Stores stocks a rosé from Languedoc and a red from a lesser-known area of Bordeaux
What does the word ‘Côtes’ mean on French wine labels and is it important?
How to Drink Better: The best-known of the Côtes include the Côte d’Or in Burgundy and the Côtes du Rhône
A beginner’s guide to orange wine – is it the new rosé?
Once the reserve of wine bars, it’s now possible to pick up orange wines in your local off-licence
Two Lidl wines made from Spanish grapes loved by Irish consumers
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Which wines should I serve with Mediterranean food?
How to Drink Better: A good tip is to start with Mediterranean countries, and when in doubt a good rosé can cover all bases
Move over Albariño, make way for godello – Spain’s answer to chardonnay
In the 1970s godello almost died out, but was nurtured back by a couple of exquisite producers – others have followed
Discover these two Spanish wines from lesser-known areas
Wines for the Weekend: An Albariño and a Crianza from dynamic family-owned company based in Rioja
An easy guide to the best Languedoc reds
John Wilson: One general rule is that mountainous terrain further from the sea produces more interesting wines
Two great-value wines to sip in the summer shade
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