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Terrorist attacks, Brexit, political dramas, scandals, the
North Korean crisis, the end of Robert Mugabe’s 37-year rule in Zimbabwe, 2017
has been a tumultuous year and 2018 looks set to be equally unpredictable
In times of uncertainty we want to surround ourselves with
people and things that we trust. Sipping a glass of wine, especially at this
time of year, is a treat. When we indulge we want to know what we are getting when we pop that cork.
A classic wine is one that promises to be consistent and
will not comprise on quality. We know that it will always be enjoyable whenever
we drink it.
Here are my favourite for the holidays.
Berry Bros. & Rudd Nuits-St Georges, 2014, Benjamin
Leroux, ABV 13%, £35, Berry Bros. & Rudd, (bbr.com)
Nuits-St Georges, delicately complex and subtle, is the epitome of elegance and sophistication in a bottle. This lush silky-smooth pinot noir is bursting with flavours of cherries and plums laced with a soupcon of spice. Stunning!
Nuits-St Georges, delicately complex and subtle, is the epitome of elegance and sophistication in a bottle. This lush silky-smooth pinot noir is bursting with flavours of cherries and plums laced with a soupcon of spice. Stunning!
Jackson Estate Homestead Pinot Noir, Waitrose, ABV 13.5 %,
£13.99, Waitrose
Oozing nuances of plums, cherries and raspberries entwined with herbs, this awarding-winning wine is velvety-smooth on the palate. A wonderful beguiling pinot created with flair. A delight to drink.
Oozing nuances of plums, cherries and raspberries entwined with herbs, this awarding-winning wine is velvety-smooth on the palate. A wonderful beguiling pinot created with flair. A delight to drink.
Domaine Carette Pouilly Fuisse, ABV 13%, £18.95 ocado.com
Bursting with white fruity tangs with a hint of oak, this aromatic white burgundy is a deliciously opulent wine. Lingers long on the palate. A charming wine that is really enjoyable especially with seafood.
Bursting with white fruity tangs with a hint of oak, this aromatic white burgundy is a deliciously opulent wine. Lingers long on the palate. A charming wine that is really enjoyable especially with seafood.
Berry Bros. & Rudd Puligny-Montrachet, 2015, Dom. Jean-Louis Chavy, ABV 13%, £35, (bbr.com)
Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne have gained a reputation for producing some of the world’s best style chardonnay wines. This is a delicious creamy well-balanced nectar with notes of smoky apples and pears with a touch of citrus. Exudes class and finesse.
By Daralyn Danns
