While fortified reds may be a preference for some over the Christmas holidays, for those whose taste is for light white wines, our Itálico Riesling will be welcome! Gentle tropical melon and citrus aromas can be picked up on the nose, while a soft, light-medium palate reveals subdued stone fruit and pineapple flavours. Not aged in barrel, so very fresh and lively, perhaps with a tiny hint of spritz on the finish. Enjoy with salads, canapés, white meat dishes, risottos and fish or seafood. Bottled under screwcap, serve well chilled – and remember this wine is not related to German Rhein Riesling!

Now @ £13.79 (RRP £14.99).

13.2% Abv.

Vegetarian & vegan friendly.

From the consistently excellent Pizzato winery comes this mature, smooth-drinking Pinot Noir from the 2022 vintage, which enjoyed a brief stint in oak barrels. Ripe red berry fruit, a touch of herbaceousness and maybe a little spice characterise this light-medium bodied red, which can be enjoyed equally on its own or paired with mushroom-based dishes, chicken, turkey, game or casseroles.

Now @ £12.79 (RRP £13.99).

13.3% Abv.

Vegetarian & vegan friendly.

From the Vale dos Vinhedos, the first officially-recognised wine producing region of Brazil, this is a 100% Alicante Bouschet, a red wine unusual for its deep purple coloured pulp, of the so-called ‘teinturier’ variety. The intense dark colour is matched by dense black fruits on the palate, showing maturing tannins and a lingering finish. More savoury than fruity, ideally serve with well seasoned or spiced foods – or maybe a ‘smelly’ cheese!

Now @ £19.99 (RRP £21.99).

13.5% Abv.

Vegetarian & vegan friendly.