John Wilson: Two good-value wines to try from Lidl’s seasonal range

Wines for the Weekend: This red Bordeaux is particularly good value. But don’t pass by the white Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi either

Wines for the Weekend: Laurana Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi 2021 and Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux, both from Lidl

Fri Oct 14 2022 - 10:30

Two seasonal wines from Lidl this week. I have featured the Laurana Verdicchio in previous years. Sadly, this Italian white is 50 per cent more expensive than it was when I mentioned it in 2019, but it is still good value. The red wine, made in a style that will please traditional Bordeaux drinkers, is great value. It does really need food to show it at its best, though.

Laurana Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi 2021 Classico Superiore, €14.99

Plenty of fresh juicy apple and pear fruits, good crisp acidity and a rounded finish. Perfect on its own, with herby pasta dishes or with grilled sea bass.