ON THE GRAPEVINE

When it comes to quality and value for money, wine lovers have never had it so good.

With modern viticulture and winemakers extracting the very best from grapes, along with improved standards in wineries, wine tourism and sustainability, the desire to create great wines means you can drink cheaper ones with confidence.

Here’s what to snap up now – and be impressed by the price.

Finca Las Moras Pinot Grigio 2022, Argentina, £5.50 (reduced from £6.50) now until February 1, Co-op:

A pukka pinot with juicy acidity enhancing ripe citrusy fruits, peaches and green apple flavours, ending with a crisp, zesty finish. With a fresh and easy drinking appeal, it delivers for the price.

Yalumba Y Series Viognier 2021, Australia, £8, Tesco:

Full and rounded, freshness balances creamy apricot, peach and pear fruit, with classic spicy, blossomy notes lingering on the finish.

TTD Chardonnay Trentino 2021, Italy, £8.50, Sainsbury’s:

Deliciously fresh, fruity, citrus-led chardonnay with fine yellow apple and ripe pear notes, and the tiniest touch of vanilla backed by fresh acidity.

Cabriz Dao Rose 2021, Portugal, £8.49, Lidl:

With 91 points (outstanding) from Lidl’s Master of Wine, this Portuguese is a peach. Think aromas of delicately scented peach and red berries, silky strawberry and cherry fruit ending with a medium dry finish.

Asda Extra Special Pinot Noir 2021, Leyda Valley, Chile, £7, Asda:

A soft, silkysmooth pinot with bright raspberry and cherry flavours, it won silver at Decanter World Wine Awards 2022 and bronze at the International Wine Challenge – all for £7.

L’Arene des Anges Costieres de Nimes 2021, Rhone, France, £8.49, Waitrose:

Think Chateauneuf-du-Pape without the price tag. Expressive with depth, ripeness, black fruits, cassis, spices and Provencal herbs galore, this one is a win-win.