Christine Austin

1 week ago | yorkshirepost.co.uk | Christine Austin

This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Wines of the WeekTaste the Difference Gavi di Gavi 2024, Piedmont, Italy, 12%, Sainsbury down from £13 to £11 with Nectar card until June 10: From the heartland of the tiny Gavi region in Piedmont, close to the historic centre, this is made from 100% Cortese grapes. It has a delicate fresh dry style. Perfect as an aperitif.

1 week ago | yorkshirepost.co.uk | Christine Austin

This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. There was a wonderful aroma in the ageing sheds at the Foursquare Distillery on Barbados when I visited. Even though there was a large gap between the barrels and the roof to allow ventilation, the hundreds of old barrels, stacked five high, all full of rum, provided a delicious slightly sweet, spicy background scent.

2 weeks ago | inews.co.uk | Christine Austin

Thirsting after a rosé wine that match the elegance of Whispering Angel but won’t break the bank? You’re in luck. There are plenty of delicious, affordable rosés that offer great flavour and quality without the high price tag. These are all better after an hour chilling, and some can cope with an ice cube or two…Pays d’Hérault, France, £5.50, TescoRed berries, peach and melon flavours backed by citrus notes make this a perfect aperitif.

2 weeks ago | yorkshirepost.co.uk | Christine Austin

This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Wines of the WeekHoward Park Miamup Chardonnay 2023 Margaret River, Western Australia, 13%, Booths down from £12.25 to £10.25 until June 3: Orange blossom, ripe, rounded melon fruit, and a mere hint of oak that shows mainly in texture and nutty notes. Perfect with grilled fish.

2 weeks ago | yorkshirepost.co.uk | Christine Austin

If you were lucky enough to get a seat at the tutored tasting given by Bevan Newton Johnson at Harrogate Wines earlier this week, or even if you called into The Wright Wine company in Skipton last Saturday then you will have tasted some of South Africa’s best wines, in particular some fabulous Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays.