Luscious sweetness
Morrisons, The Best Botrytis Semillon, New South Wales, Australia 2017. £7.25/37.5cl, Morrisons, alc 11.5%
Clean citrus and blossom on the nose. High acidity brightens the luscious sweetness. The 100% Semillon was aged partially in oak for 12 months. Apricot, honey and marmalade, followed by a long, citrussy finish. Made in partnership with De Bortoli.
Rounded guava
Aldi, Winemaster’s Lot Pouilly-Fumé, Loire, France 2020. £10.99 Aldi alc 13%
For those who like Loire Sauvignons, Aldi's new Winemaster's Lot line includes this and a 2019 Sancerre (£12.99), although for price and freshness, this is the pick of the bunch. Well-judged oak supports the rounded guava and herbaceous, citrus-centred palate.
Fallen leaves
Matetic, Estela Lunar Pinot Noir, Casablanca Valley, Chile 2019. £12, Marks & Spencer, alc 13.5%
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