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Wines for the Weekend: A white Sicilian to try with shellfish and a classic smooth Chianti Riserva
How to Drink Better: This fine white grape has yet to recover from falling out of favour in the 1990s
No longer a staple of get-togethers, Valpolicella still deserves its time in the sun
Wines for the Weekend: Aldi’s Coteaux de Beziers wines come from warm sunny Mediterranean climate that is perfect for ripening grapes
How to Drink Better: Good news is most supermarkets will have a decent Chablis for €18-€20
John Wilson: It’s worth celebrating the elder lemons among Irish wine experts
Wines for the Weekend: A superior pinot grigio and an easy-drinking red
How to Drink Better: Any bottle of wine can be picked from your supermarket shelf without looking at the vintage
Wines for the Weekend: The Austrian wine in particular is worth trying if you like light whites
John Wilson: Two whites, a sparkling wine and an almost summery red offer interest and good value for money
How to Drink Better: The best way to learn about wine is also the most fun way - drink it
John Wilson: Here are four wines from different areas and price ranges but with an Irish connection
Wines for the Weekend: A Silver Moki Sauvignon Blanc and Baron de Baussac Carignan for less than €10
How to Drink Better: Rosé is made by macerating the grapes and juice together for any length of time from a few hours to a few days
You could choose a cabernet or merlot from California, South Africa, Chile or Australia, but this week I concentrate on Bordeaux