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John Wilson: I believe that most wine tastes better with food and most food tastes better with a glass of wine
Wines for the Weekend: Both wines, under the Sophie Valrose label, are available from SuperValu for €12
How to Drink Better: This original Italian aperitif can often be found in cocktail ingredients too
Craft makers here are using local produce to create fascinating complex drinks of a very high quality
Wines for the Weekend: A white Sicilian to try with shellfish and a classic smooth Chianti Riserva
How to Drink Better: This fine white grape has yet to recover from falling out of favour in the 1990s
No longer a staple of get-togethers, Valpolicella still deserves its time in the sun
Wines for the Weekend: Aldi’s Coteaux de Beziers wines come from warm sunny Mediterranean climate that is perfect for ripening grapes
How to Drink Better: Good news is most supermarkets will have a decent Chablis for €18-€20
John Wilson: It’s worth celebrating the elder lemons among Irish wine experts
Wines for the Weekend: A superior pinot grigio and an easy-drinking red
How to Drink Better: Any bottle of wine can be picked from your supermarket shelf without looking at the vintage
Wines for the Weekend: The Austrian wine in particular is worth trying if you like light whites
John Wilson: Two whites, a sparkling wine and an almost summery red offer interest and good value for money
How to Drink Better: The best way to learn about wine is also the most fun way - drink it