Great-value ALDI wines to drink at your Christmas celebrations
With 24 days until Christmas, ALDI shares its best-value wines to drink over the festive season— and some cost as little as $4.
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It’s never too early to start planning what wine you’ll drink over Christmas.
After all, it’s only 24 days until the big day.
ALDI wine buyer Jason Bowyer shares the best vino — that won’t break the bank — to enjoy with your Christmas lunch or dinner.
IF YOU’RE EATING ROAST CHICKEN …
Hermanos Lurton Rueda Valentín Rosé 2019
COST: $11.99
JB: “Australians love rosé and this is a Spanish rosé that is unquestionably delicious. It’s a creamy and layered rosé with dried-strawberry and crabapple character, both tangy and delicious.”
IF YOU’RE EATING ROAST TURKEY …
Villa Elsa Chillable Red 2019
COST: $6.99
“When it’s plus 30 degrees outside, you need a red wine that can accommodate the heat.
The Villa Elsa Chillable Red is designed for these types of days. Chill this wine down to get some juicy dark cherry and red plum fruit flavours. A touch of light spritz on the wine adds freshness and a liveliness.”
NV Yellowglen Chardonnay pinot noir prosecco Rosé
COST: $7.99
“A delicate bead and distinctive aromas of strawberries, berries and a hint of lemon and ruby grapefruit with a floral lift. This wine with a luscious mouth feel and lovely balanced length.”
IF YOU’RE EATING MAPLE GLAZED HAM …
Kaiora Bay Winemakers Selection Gibbston Valley pinot noir 2018
COST: $16.99.
“The Gibbston Valley in New Zealand’s Central Otago region is one of the great pinot noir
regions of the South Island. Lighter and more delicate in colour, it by no means lacks flavour or complexity. Red currant, BlackBerry and spicy chocolate flavours complement the silky textural mouthfeel of this wine.”
IF YOU’RE EATING A POTATO AND AVOCADO SALAD …
The Venturer Series Hunter Valley Verdelho 2020
COST: $7.99
“This Hunter Valley Verdelho is a cracker with fresh lime, citrus and green pineapple flavours and a soft juicy palate. An absolute flavour delight that packs extreme value at under $8.”
IF YOU’RE EATING STEAK …
Blackstone Paddock Barossa Shiraz 2018
COST: $17.99
“This Barossa Shiraz oozes class, power and complexity, which is rarely seen at this price. This wine is made with fruit from some of the Barossa’s best family vineyards. This wine is dense, rich and brooding full of BlackBerry, black plum and chocolate. Drink now or cellar for 15 or more years.”
IF YOU’RE EATING ROAST PUMPKIN …
Pajaro De Buen Aguero Carinena Garnacha 2018
COST: $9.99
“The Spanish really know how to make wines suited to the Australian palate. Bright purple, red colour with cherries, dark plum, herbs and spices. The softness, freshness and structure of this wine is a must, for roasted vegetable dishes.”
IF YOU’RE EATING FRUIT-DECORATED PAVLOVA …
Claire Creek Sparkling Moscato Rosa NV
COST: $3.99
“Sparkling moscato is a great way to freshen up the palate after a long Christmas meal. Lifted, light red fruits of musk, fairy floss, strawberry and tropical fruits, bring freshness and a balanced sweetness to the mouth. Best served chilled.”
IF YOU’RE EATING CHRISTMAS PUD …
Keepers Glove Tawny NV
COST: $4.99
“Fortified and sweet wines are a great match for any rich, sweet dessert or hard cheese plate.
The Keepers Glove Tawny has dense and luscious fruit cake, coffee and mild chocolate tones. Serve at room temperature, slightly chilled or even try over vanilla ice cream for an adults-only dessert.”
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