We have two budget wines from Lidl this week. I don’t usually feature wines at less than €8, but this is the time when school and holiday bills hit the hardest and this pair are both very drinkable, simple and lightly fruity. I liked the merlot in particular. They come from the Languedoc, the world’s largest vineyard. There is also a sauvignon blanc which I was less keen on, and a malbec, which I haven’t tried yet.
Chevalier de Fauvert Chardonnay 2024, Pays d’Oc Chevalier de Fauvert Chardonnay 2024, Pays d’Oc11%, €7.99
Light and refreshing with textured exotic fruits. Drink by itself or with salmon or grilled sea bass.
Chevalier de Fauvert Merlot 2024, Pays d’Oc Chevalier de Fauvert Merlot 2024, Pays d’Oc13%, €7.69
Soft sweet ripe plums and cherries with a rounded easy finish. Good by itself, even better with grilled pork chops, or chicken dishes.