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A light and refreshing blend of Orange Muscat and Flora

Brown Brothers Orange Muscat & Flora (Australia)

Add together 80% Orange Muscat and 20% Flora (a crossing of Gewürztraminer and Sémillon grapes) and the result is this delightful Orange Muscat & Flora blend from Brown Brothers in Australia.

With aromas of orange blossom, honey and citrus notes on the nose, and flavours of lemon, honey and apricot on the palate, this is a light, refreshing and well-balanced wine.

A well-rounded wine with a smooth mouthfeel and a clean fresh finish, this is a great match for fruity desserts or a blue cheese.

Available from Tesco (£8.50, half bottle)

A rich, intense Monastrell from south-east Spain

Carta Roja Pura Selección Privada 2019 (Jumilla)

Made from organically grown Monastrell grapes from the hot, rugged valleys of Jumilla in south-east Spain, and with no sulphur added, this wine demonstrates the dark berry characteristics typical of this grape variety.

This is a rich, intense, full-bodied wine, with medium acidity, medium tannins and a long finish. It is a smooth well-balanced wine that is easy to drink, despite the 14.5% alcohol.

Aromas of blackberry, black cherry, raspberry and spice on the nose lead to black cherry, plum and liquorice and a hint of smokiness on the palate. This is a good match for a hearty, meat dish from grilled meat to a lamb stew to a traditional roast. It’s also a perfect pairing for manchego or a blue cheese.

Available from Morrisons (£7.50)