Wine Lovers Corner

[Big Kev]

I found it amusing and initially thought it was a joke too

[Stanley]

[Big Kev]

Picked up in Asda, absolutely delicious

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[Tripps]

Thanks for the tip. Asda's a bit out of the way for me though.

My wine consumption is much reduced, and I've just recently finished the case bought in Jan / Feb from Naked Wine's offer. I just told them that I liked wines 'robust reds' - such as the one you highlight, and let them choose. They did a good job - and I recall that the Portugese ones were good - so I understand your enthusiasm.

I started a bottle of Paulo Leo Primitivo di Manduria last night which used to be wonderful - and it's a total disappointment. Not sure if it's the wine, or (post covid) me? I shall manfully finish it off tonight though.

[Big Kev]

I prefer 'robust reds' but P tends to steer towards a whiteboard rosé. I quite like a sauvignon blanc but a bottle of Aldi's malbec is my 'go to'

[Stanley]

As is the case with many things I have gorn orf wine but I'm pretty sure this is just another consequence of old age.
Up to now I haven't gone off food! That will be the time to worry.
When I was drinking wine I did like a good Rioja.

[Big Kev]

Aldi's wine of the week is very good

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[Tripps]

Now that does qualify as "spooky". I stopped drinking wine many months ago - but yesterday in Aldi, I was tempted by a table full of this offer.
I wasa looking for somethng to donate to the Church fete bottle stall- they'll be knocking soon. The fact that it was Primitivo from Puglia - home of Tony my hairdresser clinched it - and it was the right price. So I bought two - one for me and one for the fete. I drank half of mine last night - and to be frank - it was OK but I won't be rushing back. I'm sure my taste has been damaged by the mRNA so called " Covid vaccine".

I wouldn't put anyone off buying it though - they say it is reduced from £7.99 to £4.99, and Kev recommends it.

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[Stanley]

I can't remember the last time I had a nice bottle of wine.....