Wine: Something for the weekend
Under £5
2009 Asda Valpolicella
The dependable Cantina Valpantena in the Veneto has come up with a classic spag-bol valpol whose cherryish fruit is full of flavour, freshness and texture, while a savoury fresh twist on the aftertaste makes it the perfect pasta partner. £3.98, Asda
Under £10
2009 Tesco Finest* Roussanne
Not a million miles from the same producer's fine 2009 Bellingham The Bernard Series Roussanne (£9.99, Sainsbury's), this ripe Cape dry white is lightly flecked with a spicy oak backed by a citrusy twist. £8.99, Tesco
Splash out
2007 Les Ollieux, Corbières Boutenac
Vivid and intensely spicy with aromas of angostura, this is a Christmas cracker of a southern French red whose dark berry flavours are dusted with a chocolatey bitter-sweetness. £19.99, case price £15.99, Oddbins
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