Nuts and nougat
Sainsbury’s, Taste the Difference Reserva Cava Brut Nature, Catalonia, Spain 2017. £9, Sainsbury’s, alc 12%
Made for Sainsbury's by Codorníu, this vintage Cava is great value. Bready citrus aromas with a touch of honeyed peach, then a vibrant citrus palate with nuts and nougat. Super fresh, with focused acidity and brisk bubbles.
Autumn leaves
Aldi, Winemaster’s Lot Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy 2018. £17.99, Aldi, alc 14%
Winemaster's Lot is the new super-premium Aldi brand and this is one of the best of the 10-wine range: elegant notes of fresh cherry, autumn leaves and earthy minerals, supported by firm tannins and bright acidity. The Amarone 2018 (£19.99) is also a top buy.
Indisputable value
Ulysse, Sauternes, Bordeaux, France NV. £18, The Wine Society, alc 14.5%
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