This week’s wine, and this series must come to an end at some point, is about a blend that my wife likes: Shiraz Viognier. The Yalumba one is great, so I thought I try this one, McGuigan BIN 736 Shiraz Viognier, for £9.99 from Tescos. And, whilst it is not the sharpest blend, I enjoyed drinking it. Price wise, I would say it should be more in the £7.99 category.
McGuigan vinery is based in Australia. 
The picture is not great but I quickly took it with the blackberry, apologies.
Having a blend of white and red wine, e.g. a strong red, full flavoured wine with a small quantity of Viognier, lifts the re-berried aromas and softens the spice you get with a “normal” Shiraz. The wine is elegant and very much velvety in texture. The first taste was a bit sour but the more I had, the smoother it got 
The Yalumba Shiraz Viognier is much nicer. Whilst around the same price mark, you get a better finish and a nicer taste from the beginning.
Nevertheless, if you are into heavy wines like I am and your wife or partner isn’t, then this is a good compromise for both of you. Enjoy. Enjoy plenty 
For all video fans, it is interesting to see some videos about Shiraz Viognier, enjoy them too:
No related posts.
Recent Comments