Wine SUPERMARKET AWARDS 2020
HOW WE CHOSE THE WINNERS
The Olive team chose 23 categories for own-brand and retailer-exclusive supermarket wines, covering different grape varietals, styles and price points. The supermarkets were invited to enter one wine per category (so they had to choose carefully). Every wine was blind-tasted by a panel of Olive judges (led by Olive wine columnist, drinks author and sommelier Kate Hawkings) and we awarded gold, silver and bronze winners. In some categories, where the standard was high, we awarded joint winners. So if you see those labels on your next shop – trust in us. These bottles are brilliant!
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BEST MEDIUM-BODIED RED UNDER £8
Lidl Chianti Riserva, £5.99
Invitingly layered and fragrant with bright acidity and autumnal hints of leather, cloves and sandalwood. Perfect pairing: Try our poacher’s pie recipe.
Co-op Fairtrade Irresistible Malbec, £7.50
A sultry, warming red with stewed, plummy fruit, notes of nutmeg and a touch of sweetness on the finish. Perfect pairing: Try our Sri Lankan beetroot curry recipe.
Aldi Chilean Pinot Noir Gran Reserva, £6.99
Elegantly silky, bursting with bright red berries and softened with a little clove-like spice. Perfect pairing: Try our veggie moussaka recipe.
BEST FULL-BODIED RED UNDER £8
Asda Extra Special Pinotage, £6.25
A well-balanced, rounded pinotageTry our peking duck pancake recipe.
