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Score 89
Score: This score is a combination of professional sommelier reviews, thousands of publicly available customer ratings, and the knowledge of our own wine experts.
Trimbach, Riesling
Alsace France
€19.66Description: This benchmark Riesling is fine, long, elegant and dry but with a lovely weight of fruit in the palate and is an excellent example of the style.
Grape: Riesling
Style: Aromatic, Dry, Mouth-Watering
Taste: Focused, Dry, Full
Food Match: Charcuterie, Fine Dining, Shellfish
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Score 89
Score: This score is a combination of professional sommelier reviews, thousands of publicly available customer ratings, and the knowledge of our own wine experts.
Catena, Cabernet Sauvignon
Mendoza Argentina
€19.99Description: This is a brilliant red from high-altitude vineyards. Juicy, structured and dry, it is a great reason to try more than Malbec from Argentina.
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
Style: Dry, Fruity, Structured
Taste: Broad, Dark, Full, Vibrant
Food Match: Mature Cheeses, Grills, Red Meats
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Score 89
Score: This score is a combination of professional sommelier reviews, thousands of publicly available customer ratings, and the knowledge of our own wine experts.
Catena, Chardonnay
Mendoza Argentina
€19.99Description: This beautiful Chardonnay comes from some of the highest vineyards in the world, which provide a balance and quality for this wonderful wine.
Grape: Chardonnay
Style: Complex, Round, Smooth
Taste: Apple, Spice, Banana, Melon
Food Match: Salads, Seafood, White Meats
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Score 86
Score: This score is a combination of professional sommelier reviews, thousands of publicly available customer ratings, and the knowledge of our own wine experts.
Herederos del Marques de Riscal, Rueda
Rueda Spain
€19.99Description: A brilliant white made by champions of Rioja in an area that they made their own. Like the other wines of Riscal, this is a benchmark for its style.
Grape: Verdejo
Style: Aromatic, Crisp, Fresh
Taste: Apple, Citrus, Herbs, Spice, Blossom, Fennel
Food Match: Pasta, Chicken, Cold Meats, Fish, Ham, Shellfish
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Score 88
Score: This score is a combination of professional sommelier reviews, thousands of publicly available customer ratings, and the knowledge of our own wine experts.
Pegos Claros, Palmela Reserva
Palmela Portugal
€20.32Description: Pegos Claros Reserva is the premium version of a classic. This sees extra time in the barrel and is made from only the best fruit. Very fine quality.
Grape: Castelão
Style: Dark Fruit, Smoky, Intense
Taste: Complex, Fruity, Full
Food Match: Barbecue, Pork, Roast Meats
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Score 87
Score: This score is a combination of professional sommelier reviews, thousands of publicly available customer ratings, and the knowledge of our own wine experts.
Ramon Bilbao, Crianza Rioja
Rioja Spain
€21.63Description: This is our best-selling Rioja and for a good reason too - great value and delicious flavours of red fruit and spices, it's excellent with food
Grape: Tempranillo
Style: Broad, Concentrated, Fruity
Taste: Integrated Vanilla, Dry, Fruity, Full
Food Match: Charcuterie, Red Meats, Tapas
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Score 88
Score: This score is a combination of professional sommelier reviews, thousands of publicly available customer ratings, and the knowledge of our own wine experts.
Marques de Riscal, Rioja
Rioja Spain
€24.58Description: An icon and flagship Rioja with an incredible family and winemaking history, this Reserva captivates and is adored by customers and critics alike.
Grape: Mazuelo, Graciano, Tempranillo
Style: Full, Complex, Elegant
Taste: Red Fruit, Smooth, Spice, Elegant, Flavourful, Long Finish, Soft Tannins
Food Match: Bean and Pulse Dishes, Mature Cheeses, Casseroles, Grills, Lamb, Poultry, Roast Meats
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Score 88
Score: This score is a combination of professional sommelier reviews, thousands of publicly available customer ratings, and the knowledge of our own wine experts.
Tommasi, Valpolicella Classico, Ripasso
Veneto Italy
€24.99Description: A Classic Ripasso, this is the flagship for Tommasi in Ireland - delicious cherry, spice and Christmas cake flavours with a long, textured finish.
Grape: Corvina, Molinara, Rondinella
Style: Fruity, Rich, Smooth
Taste: Smooth, Spice, Sweet Fruit, Bright
Food Match: Game, Roasts, Tomato-Based Dishes
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Score 90
Score: This score is a combination of professional sommelier reviews, thousands of publicly available customer ratings, and the knowledge of our own wine experts.
Zenato, Valpolicella Classico 'Ripassa'
Veneto Italy
€28.00Description: This is one of the best-loved and highest-quality Ripasso-style wines available. Rich, full, intense and delicious wine for a real treat.
Grape: Corvina, Molinara, Rondinella
Style: Full, Fruity, Layered, Smooth
Taste: Rich, Smooth, Full
Food Match: Aged Cheeses, Charcuterie, Red Meats, Roasts
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Score 90
Score: This score is a combination of professional sommelier reviews, thousands of publicly available customer ratings, and the knowledge of our own wine experts.
Champagne Veuve Cliquot, Brut, NV
Champagne France
€69.99Description: Veuve Cliquot is one of the most iconic wines ever made and is still one that excites: classy, rich, flavourful and excellent with food.
Grape: Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir
Style: Elegant, Powerful, Rich
Taste: Rich, Complex, Full
Food Match: Aperitif, Lobster, Oyster, Salads, Scallops, White Meats