The 5 Best Wines To Try This Month

The 5 Best Wines To Try This Month

The days are getting brighter – dare we say the “grand stretch” is back? – and with St Patrick’s Day and Easter just around the corner many of us will be enjoying time with family and friends this month.

If you’re planning a party, a casual dinner with friends or simply want to try out something new, our wine experts have picked five fantastic wines that are worth popping open this month. From a delightful French Sauvignon to an Italian red that is picking up some fabulous reviews, here are this month’s “fab five” – and, even better, they’re all on special offer


The Go-To French White: Bougrier Les Secrets de Sophie

Loire Valley, France

WAS €18.95 NOW €12.95  (Part of our spring wine offers.)

Looking for a crisp, delicious white to have on standby in the fridge for Easter? This beautiful option from France’s Loire Valley is a great choice but don’t just take our word for it – our customers have rated it 4.78 out of 5! With fresh lime and grapefruit flavours and a mineral note, it makes a lovely aperitif.

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The big and bold Italian red: Luna Argenta Appassimento

Puglia, Italy

WAS €19.95 NOW €12.95 (Part of our spring wine offers.)

It’s no exaggeration to say that this is one of our most popular wines and if you haven’t had a chance to try Luna Argenta for yourself, this is it! A Ripasso-style red from Italy’s Puglia region, it’s made from partially dried (Appassite) Negroamaro and Primitivo grapes. Planning a dinner with friends? This is a perfect match for pasta dishes. 

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The New Arrival: Scorpius Sauvignon Blanc

Marlborough, New Zealand

WAS €17.95 NOW €12.95 (Part of our spring wine offers.)

A new addition to the O’Briens’ shelves, this star of a New Zealand Sauvignon comes with serious pedigree. It’s from winemaker Simon Waghorn of the famed Astrolabe winery and is named after a star constellation. Vibrant and zingy, with notes of basil and gooseberry, it’s a fantastic wine at an incredible price. 

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The Spanish Classic: Monte Real Rioja Reserva

Rioja, Spain

WAS €22.95 NOW €13.95 (Part of our spring wine offers.)

If you’re a fan of a Spanish red, Bodegas Riojana’s flagship Rioja Reserva deserves a spot on your wine rack, especially at this price. Made with 100% Tempranillo grapes, it has ripe strawberry and blackberry teamed with vanilla, sweet spice and savoury notes. A perfect accompaniment to a cheese and charcuterie board. 


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The Iconic sparkler: Piper Heidsieck 

Champagne, France

WAS €59.95 NOW €49.95 (Part of our spring wine offers.)

If you have a special occasion coming up, or simply want to treat yourself, a bottle of Champagne is always an excellent choice. And this beauty from the famed Piper-Heidsieck is incredible value. With notes of almond and hazelnut, plenty of fresh fruit flavours and lots of lively bubbles, it’s a delight. 


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