Wine: Join SW19 ladies for strawberries and Champagne

Published on Saturday 13 June 2009 11:20

Wimbledon is just round the corner and that means only one thing to the fine ladies of SW19 – strawberries and Champagne!

Oeil de Perdrix Ros NV – Buy 2 Save 40%, 26.65 down to 15.99, Majestic

Although certainly delicate in style, this has a perfect weight of red berry fruit, developing fine biscuity characteristics.

Mumm Cordon Rouge NV– Save 5, 26.99 down to 21.99 until 14 July, Tesco

Zingy green fruit and yeasty characteristics fill the nose, and this style is carried through on the palate to a satisfying finish.

Tesco Finest* Premier Cru NV – 14.99, Tesco

Fine, crisp and elegant Champagne with a delicate mousse, citrus aromas and a creamy texture.

Wine of the week

Lanson Black Label NV – 26.98 down to 19.98 until 5 July, Tesco

Hints of spring flowers with a touch of toast and honey; followed by apple flavours and a delightful creamy finish.

Bargain of the week

Veuve Clicquot NV – Buy 2 save 40 per cent, 41.65 down to 24.99, Majestic

A marriage of freshness and power: deceptively pale with rich fruit and mouth-filling mousse.