Lots of things can be said about Marks & Spencer, and their food hall is definitely good, but what about their wine offering? I must admit to not being a regular, but then the other day, my better half spotted this bottle and bought one to try.

Well, let me tell you it is absolutely lovely ! It’s dry and tastes of passion fruit and melon. It’s not as fresh and zesty as a Sauvignon Blanc but that’s the point: it is a different grape and a different taste. It is a richer and more luscious taste, a lesser known grape that people should discover.

But it’s a grape I know very well and loved when I was living in Australia. So I wanted to know more about this wine. I had a good look at the label and was simply stunned by the small print I discovered in the bottom corner !

From my favorite Hunter Valley Winery: Tyrrell’s !!

I just love Tyrrell’s products and I always try and visit their winery whenever I am back in OZ. Their wines are superb examples of Hunter Valley whites and reds. I even brought back an example from my last visit: their best Semillon: a Vat 1. They keep and develop for a long time. This is one of their premium wines and unfortunately its price reflects this.

But the best news is that there is 30% off at the moment on M&S wines, so the M&S Hunter Valley Semillon is only £8.66 a bottle. You can sample a Tyrrell’s Semillon on a budget !

So hurry up because we bought the last 6 bottles at our local store. Enjoy !