Wines of the week
RED WINE of the week
Cune, Reserva, Rioja, Spain 2004 From one of the region's most reliable names comes this vibrant, lushly fruited Reserva. It has a juicy, red cherry nose with chocolatey undercurrents. There's some tar and spice on the finish, black fruit beforehand, and the brisk acidity gives it a fresh feel. Not overly complex or long, but a pleasant glass of wine. (15 points) £12.99 Majestic Wine Warehouses (01923 298 200)
WHITE WINE of the week
Domaine de la Motte, Beauroy, Chablis 1er Cru, France 2006 The premier cru vineyards of Beauroy lie to the north-west of the town of Chablis. This is a strikingly good-value example, with a leesy roundess and texture. It retains the classic Chablis steel, is well balanced, and shows citrus, appley fruit. (15.5 points) £12.95 From Vinyards Direct (www.fromvineyardsdirect.com / 020 7490 9910)
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