TOM’S PICK OF THE BUNCH
DRINK OF THE WEEK
Cooly elegant
Domaine Naturaliste Sauvignon Blanc Sémillon 2018
O’Briens
The relatively cool climate of the Margaret River in Western Australia makes this a really elegant white wine with just enough oak seasoning.
Fresh and fun
Almorquí Organic & Vegan Airen Sauvignon Blanc 2021 O’Briens
These two grapes really need each other and in combination here they really sing. Fresh and zesty.
Bargain Bordeaux
Château Thieuley Cuvée Blanc 2020 winesdirect.ie, Arnott’s Well-crafted white Bordeaux at a bargain price. Fresh, floral, no oak. From EntreDeux-Mers and a top producer.
Burgundy beater
Château Malartic-Lagravière Blanc 2016 Greenaces, Wexford
A stunner from Pessac-Léognan and compared to Burgundy at the same level, a snip. Rich yet fresh, toasty.
Singing, not shrieking
Pegasus Bay Sémillon Sauvignon 2017/19 thecorkscrew.ie, Deveney’s, wineoneline.ie The sauvignon sings rather than shrieks in the calming presence of sémillon.