On the grapevine

For the whole of July, Penistone Court Wine cellars (01226 766037) is offering seven bottles for the price of six on all wines from New Zealand, Australia, Tasmania, Chile, Argentina, US and South Africa.

This works out at about a 14 per cent discount and the best deal is to trade up in quality and get a free bottle of something decent. Head to Henry McHohnen's 3 Amigos white blend of Marsanne, Chardonnay and Roussanne with apricot and apple fruit backed by light vanilla-shot spice.

Something special

If you like top quality champagne then you might like the current fashion for Oenothque wines which have been matured for decades. Dom Prignon produce just a few bottles of Oenothque wines from each vintage, laying them down for 20 years or more. The result is deep complexity and a delightful silky texture. Champagne Direct (www.champagnedirect.co.uk) which operates out of Sowerby has stocks of the 1990 Dom Prignon Oenothque Ros at 519.95 a bottle.

Just tasted

Pujalet 2009 Vin de Pays du Gers, Waitrose 4.99. Bursting with thirst-quenching crisp citrusy fruit, perfect for drinking whenever the sun shines.

YP MAG 3/7/10