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Supermarket wines – Eszterbauer Sógor Kadarka 2020

Image ~ June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 ~ Zoltán Németi

 

Kadarka is difficult to grow which makes it expensive to produce, and there isn’t much of it planted. So to see this wine for just above 3 euros on shelves is a shame – a sign of hard times wine growers face these days.

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Joseph Faiveley Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2018

Image ~ May 18, 2021 ~ Zoltán Németi
Value in Burgundy? Yes, there is such thing. Just taste the basic wine from Joseph Faiveley and you will see – actually it’s closer to premier cru than to basic wines when it comes to quality.

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Nice cheap Chianti – Corte alle Mura Chianti Riserva 2015 from Lidl

Image ~ December 15, 2020December 15, 2020 ~ Zoltán Németi
When looking for value, supermarket Lidl is often a good choice. Especially some of the Italian and Spanish reds they offer. The only issue is that these are available only for a few weeks in every year, at least in Hungary, and stock runs out quickly. This Chianti is one to buy by the case for the mere 4 Euros they ask for it.

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Yet another great value Monastrell: Ego Bodegas Talento Eco 2018

Image ~ January 27, 2020 ~ Zoltán Németi

If you want something bigger than the Telmo Rodriguez Al-muvedre, try the Talento Ego. Different style, but same quality, and again, amazing QPR.

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A beauty: Domaine des Roches Neuves “Les Roches” 2017, Saumur Champigny AOC, Loire Valley

Image ~ August 28, 2019 ~ Zoltán Németi

Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley is one of my favorite wine styles. And everything I love about it is showcased by this bottle. Continue reading →

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I’m a wine blogger living in Budapest, Hungary. Contributor to Művelt Alkoholista, the oldest Hungarian wine blog, since 2010. Screwcapped is my personal blog.

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