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Wine Tasting Clip of Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2005 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Oyster Bay GRAPES: Sauvignon Blanc REGION: Marlborough COUNTRY: New Zealand ONE WORD: Contrived TASTING: A fairly standard NZ Sauvignon with not much to excite the palate, and, on special at £4.99, a simple and good value drop. FOOD MATCH: Serve it very cold, don't think too hard!

Wine Tasting Clip of Terra Barossa Eden Valley Pinot Gris 2005 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Terra Barossa Eden Valley Pinot Gris 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Thorn-Clarke GRAPES: Pinot Gris REGION: Barossa, Eden Valley COUNTRY: Australia ONE WORD: Waxy TASTING: Hints of peach and pear blossom and beeswax. This could be so much more exciting at yet remains a fairly innocuous wine which has both weight and body, but little charm. FOOD MATCH: Moreton Bay bugs with a citrus butter - James Booth's own

Wine Tasting Clip of Margarethenhof Ayler Kupp Riesling Kabinett 2004 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Margarethenhof Ayler Kupp Riesling Kabinett 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Margarethenhof GRAPES: Riesling REGION: Mosel - Saar - Ruwer COUNTRY: Germany ONE WORD: More-ish TASTING: Wonderful aromatic elderflower and lime peel, combined with zangy citrus fruit and ripe floral characters that balance acidity and fruit sweetness on a knike edge. FOOD MATCH: Islay crab fishcakes - "The Gastro Pub Cookbook"

Wine Tasting Clip of Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2005, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Virtual Wine at The Wine Show' held on 30 Sep 2006. WINE: Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Boekenhoutskloof GRAPES: Sauvignon Blanc 100% REGION: Franschhoek/ Coastal region COUNTRY: South Africa ONE WORD: Zingy TASTING: A fuller Sauvignon Blanc from the stable of Boekenhoutskloof's Mark Kent. The tropical fruit and hint of green plums and citrus fruit make for very pleasant drinking indeed. FOOD MATCH: Thai green curry, or a delicious, rich seafood pie - Fergus Henderson, "Nose to Tail Eating"

Wine Tasting Clip of Mâcon-Lugny Chardonnay 2004 selected from Oddbins on 27 June 2006. WINE: Mâcon-Lugny Chardonnay 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Cave de Lugny GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay REGION: Burgundy - Macon-Lugny COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Crisp TASTING: A clean unoaked Chardonnay from one of France's top co-operatives. The wine has hints of melon, apple and lemon zest, with a lovely cut of acidity on the palate. FOOD MATCH: Chicken with fennel, thyme and lemon - Jamie Oliver, "Happy Days with the Naked Chef"

Wine Tasting Clip of Herrnsheim Nierstein Kabinett Rielsing 2001 selected from Chez Bruce Restaurant, Wandsworth, London on 27 June 2006. WINE: Herrnsheim Nierstein Kabinett Rielsing 2001 VINTAGE: 2001 PRODUCER: Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim GRAPES: Riesling REGION: Rheinhessen COUNTRY: Germany ONE WORD: Clean TASTING: Light elegant and refreshing Riesling from the superb 2001 vintage. By 2006 has probably just passed its peak. FOOD MATCH: Smoked Salmon salad or Foie Gras - Chez Bruce Restaurant, Wandsworth, London

Wine Tasting Clip of Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet 2004 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Penfolds GRAPES: Shiraz, Cabernet REGION: South Eastern Australia COUNTRY: Australia ONE WORD: Meaty TASTING: This has certainly been de-turboed as the fruit is softer, with a pleasant chocolate and bramble character, and not too medicinal or minty. Nice palate and still as reliable as ever. FOOD MATCH: Barbecued burger with the works - Ben's Barbecue

Wine Tasting Clip of Katnook Founders Block Coonawarra Shiraz 2003 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Katnook Founders Block Coonawarra Shiraz 2003 VINTAGE: 2003 PRODUCER: Katnook Estate GRAPES: Shiraz REGION: Coonawarra COUNTRY: Australia ONE WORD: Spicy TASTING: Katnook's origins date back to John Riddoch's founding of Coonawarra in the 1890's. This is from the founders block, yet has modern, bramble, dark fruit and star anise characters that are the norm for these kinds of wine. Good but not great. FOOD MATCH: Roast duck with prunes - John Burton Race, "French Leave"

Wine Tasting Clip of Bourgueil Les Cent Boisselees Rouge 2003 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Bourgueil Les Cent Boisselees Rouge 2003 VINTAGE: 2003 PRODUCER: Pierre Jacques Druet GRAPES: Cabernet Franc 100% REGION: Loire, Bourgueil COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Interesting TASTING: Not a wine on most people's radar, although when it's this good it really should be. Deep damson red with hints of cassis, capsicum and cedarwood, with a ripe full palate and great acidity. Think good Claret with a smokier charm! FOOD MATCH: Slow roasted aromatic shoulder of pork - Nigella Lawson, "Nigella Bites"

Wine Tasting Clip of Climbing Merlot 2004 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Climbing Merlot 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Cumulus Wines GRAPES: Merlot REGION: Orange COUNTRY: Australia ONE WORD: Fresh TASTING: From the highest wine region in Australia, and one of the best for fruit, this was a total surprise, being quite restrained, full of soft ripe spiced plums and had an acidity profile that almost made the wine refreshing! FOOD MATCH: Rib-eye steak with bernaise sauce - "The Gastro Pub Cookbook"

Wine Tasting Clip of Yellowtail Chardonnay 2004 selected from Oddbins on 27 June 2006. WINE: Yellowtail Chardonnay 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Yellowtail GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay REGION: South Eastern COUNTRY: Australia ONE WORD: Tropical TASTING: A deeply coloured, overtly oaky wine with lots of sugary tropical sweetness on the palate. FOOD MATCH: "Pasta, Chicken or even Kangaroo Tail Soup" - Back of the bottle!!

Wine Tasting Clip of Villa Maria Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2005 selected from Oddbins on 27 June 2006. WINE: Villa Maria Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Villa Maria GRAPES: 100% Sauvignon Blanc REGION: Marlborough COUNTRY: New Zealand ONE WORD: Vibrant TASTING: A classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc with vibrant, bright red currant and nettle aromas and a full and fruity palate. Crisp acidity keeps the wine together and the palate fresh. FOOD MATCH: Pan-seared scallops, with asparagus and baby leeks. - James Booth's own

Wine Tasting Clip of Domaine de Valmoissine Pinot Noir 2004 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Domaine de Valmoissine Pinot Noir 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Louis Latour GRAPES: Pinot Noir REGION: Provence, VDP Coteaux du Verdon COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Juicy TASTING: For warmer climate Pinot this provencal grown wine showed a fairly light colour and brighter clear fruit than expected, although the palate had hints of bitterness and straw that checked the charm of the otherwise pleasant fruit. FOOD MATCH: Rabbit fricassee and mustard veloute - John Burton Race, "French Leave"

Wine Tasting Clip of Mondavi Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Mondavi Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Robert Mondavi GRAPES: Cabernet Sauvignon REGION: California, Central Coast COUNTRY: USA ONE WORD: Standard TASTING: If someone said make a Cabernet Sauvignon as standard as possible this would be it. Faultless in the same way Tesco's fruit and veg tends to be. FOOD MATCH: Hunter's lasagne - Jamie Oliver, "Jamie's Italy"

Wine Tasting Clip of Chateau de la Negly La Falaise 2001 selected from Chez Bruce Restaurant, Wandsworth, London on 27 June 2006. WINE: Chateau de la Negly La Falaise 2001 VINTAGE: 2001 PRODUCER: Chateau de la Negly GRAPES: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre REGION: Languedoc COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Refined TASTING: Elegant, well-balanced refined fruit with good structure from the exciting La Clape region of the Languedoc. Potentially long-lived. FOOD MATCH: Confit de Canard, or "Pork Medley" - Chez Bruce Restaurant, Wandsworth, London

Wine Tasting Clip of Domaine du Salvard Vieux Clos Cheverny 2005 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Domaine du Salvard Vieux Clos Cheverny 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Domaine du Salvard GRAPES: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay REGION: Cheverny, Loire Valley COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Herbaceous TASTING: A delicious and cheaper alternative to Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé. A dash of Chardonnay is added to the Sauvignon to balance and broaden the flavour profile of the wine. Herbaceous, glossy and full of racy crisp fruit. FOOD MATCH: Red mullet salad - John Burton Race, "French Leave"

Wine Tasting Clip of M. Chapoutier Rasteau 2004 selected from Oddbins on 27 June 2006. WINE: M. Chapoutier Rasteau 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: M.Chapoutier GRAPES: Grenache, Syrah REGION: Cotes du Rhone Villages COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Spicy TASTING: The village of Rasteau is one of the few "villages" that should be given its own AOC. The full nose of quince, raspberry and dark exotic spice is typical Rhone, but the complexity of the palate is Rasteau's own, so seek out these great wines. FOOD MATCH: Home made burgers with coriander - James Booth's own

Wine Tasting Clip of Bloody Good Red 2004 selected from Oddbins on 27 June 2006. WINE: Bloody Good Red 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Bonny Doon GRAPES: 25% Carignane, 13% Petite Sirah, 10% Cabernet Franc, 11% Sangiovese, 8% Zinfandel, 7% Barbera, 6% Syrah etc REGION: California COUNTRY: USA ONE WORD: Jammy TASTING: A full, slightly jammy mish-mash of black fruit, spice and green stalky aromas and a full bodied, rich palate. Definitely not one for the faint hearted! FOOD MATCH: Venison with wild mushrooms and rosehip jelly - "The Gastro Pub Cookbook"

Wine Tasting Clip of Bollinger Special Cuvée N.V. tasted on 10 August 2006. WINE: Bollinger Special Cuvée N.V. VINTAGE: N.V. PRODUCER: Bollinger GRAPES: Pinot Noir 60%, Chardonnay 25%, Pinot Meunier 15% REGION: Champagne COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Oppulent TASTING: Deep aromas of brioche, hazelnuts and ripe raspberry and shortbread on the back of the nose. A rich, almost Mersault-like palate full of complexity and beautifully balanced. A great wine to be savoured. FOOD MATCH: Foie Gras / Roast Grouse

Wine Tasting Clip of Porcupine Ridge Merlot 2002 selected from Oddbins on 27 June 2006. WINE: Porcupine Ridge Merlot 2002 VINTAGE: 2002 PRODUCER: Boekenhoutskloof GRAPES: 100% Merlot REGION: Western Cape COUNTRY: South Africa ONE WORD: Plums TASTING: Vibrant nose with damsons, quince and herbal tones followed by a well balanced soft palate and a long mellow finish. FOOD MATCH: Grilled or barbecued lamb with rosemary and garlic - James Booth's own

Wine Tasting Clip of d'Arenberg d'Arrys Original Shiraz Grenache 2003 selected from Oddbins on 27 June 2006. WINE: d'Arenberg d'Arrys Original Shiraz Grenache 2003 VINTAGE: 2003 PRODUCER: d'Arenberg GRAPES: Grenache 50%, Shiraz 50% REGION: Mc Laren Vale COUNTRY: Australia ONE WORD: Fruity TASTING: A blend created to pay homage to the founder of d'Arenberg, but also to the great wines of Chateauneuf des Papes. This is big, bold, stiff, with tar spice, black olives and rose petal on the nose. The palate is full of secondary fruit characters and spicy complexity. This is a big wine! FOOD MATCH: Beef and mushroom pie - "The Gastro Pub Cookbook"

Wine Tasting Clip of Robertson Winery Chenin Blanc 2005 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Robertson Winery Chenin Blanc 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Robertson Winery GRAPES: Chenin Blanc REGION: Robertson COUNTRY: South Africa ONE WORD: Appley TASTING: A very refreshing gloss of light apple and melon aromas and a crisp vibrant palate. FOOD MATCH: Barbecued chicken and corn - James Booth's own

Wine Tasting Clip of Argento Pinot Grigio 2005 selected from Majestic on 12 July 2006. WINE: Argento Pinot Grigio 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Argento GRAPES: Pinot Grigio 100% REGION: Mendoza COUNTRY: Argentina ONE WORD: Balanced TASTING: Unusually fresh, showing hints of varietal peach and white flower blossom. The palate is fairly simple but attractively balanced nevertheless. FOOD MATCH: Goat's cheese and pomegranate salad - James Booth's own

Wine Tasting Clip of Champagne Deutz Rosé N.V. tasted on 10 August 2006. WINE: Champagne Deutz Rosé N.V. VINTAGE: N.V. PRODUCER: Deutz GRAPES: Pinot Noir REGION: Champagne COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Summery TASTING: Light pink in colour with elegant summer time red fruit aromas and a soft, fresh attack on the palate leading to a clean long finish. FOOD MATCH: Strawberries!

Wine Tasting Clip of Spice Route Mourvedre 2002, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Up & Coming Wines' held on 16 Oct 2005. WINE: Spice Route Mourvedre 2002 VINTAGE: 2002 PRODUCER: Spice Route Wine Company GRAPES: Mourvedre REGION: Swartland COUNTRY: South Africa ONE WORD: Spicy TASTING: Warm, jammy nose with a touch of spice and vanilla leads to a juicy palate with red fruit, mocha and characteristic, refreshing acidity. FOOD MATCH: Seared Carpaccio of Beef with Roasted Beetroot - Jamie Oliver, "The Return of the Naked Chef"

Wine Tasting Clip of Vina Aquitania Agapanto 2003, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'First Wines of Summer' held on 20 May 2006. WINE: Vina Aquitania Agapanto 2003 VINTAGE: 2003 PRODUCER: Viňa Aquitania GRAPES: Cabernet Sauvignon 97%, Carmenere 3% REGION: Maipo Valley COUNTRY: Chile ONE WORD: Ripe & Spicy TASTING: Rich and spicy Chilean Cabernet based red showing the exciting quality that can be found in this part of the world. FOOD MATCH: Carbonnade of Beef with Wholegrain Mustard Croutes - www.ocado.com

Wine Tasting Clip of T'air d'Oc Syrah 2004, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Virtual Wine Academy - FRANCE' held on 29 Jan 2006. WINE: T'air d'Oc Syrah 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Domaine Gayda GRAPES: Syrah REGION: Languedoc COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Chunky TASTING: Smooth black fruits with classic peppery kick. FOOD MATCH: Tray baked lamb with aubergines, olives & mint oil - Jamie Oliver, "Happy Days with the Naked Chef"

Wine Tasting Clip of Leeuwin Estate Prelude Vineyards Chardonnay 2003, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'The New Wave' held on 22 Apr 2006. WINE: Leeuwin Estate Prelude Vineyards Chardonnay 2003 VINTAGE: 2003 PRODUCER: Leeuwin Estate GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay REGION: Margaret River COUNTRY: Australia ONE WORD: Elegant TASTING: Elegant is not a word often associated with Aussie Chardonnay, but then again Leeuwin Estate is Australia's leading white producer and full of surprises as this classy wine shows. FOOD MATCH: Fantastic roasted chicken - Jamie Oliver, "The Return of The Naked Chef"

Wine Tasting Clip of Domaine Gayda L'Archet Sauvignon Blanc 2004, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Up & Coming Wines' held on 16 Oct 2005. WINE: Domaine Gayda L'Archet Sauvignon Blanc 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Domaine Gayda GRAPES: Sauvignon Blanc REGION: Languedoc COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Light/ aromatic TASTING: Fresh, light and tasty, a great find that slips down really well without breaking the bank. FOOD MATCH: Goats Cheese Salad - John Burton Race, "French Leave"

Wine Tasting Clip of Dom Réné Muré Gewurztraminer 2004, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Virtual Wine Academy - FRANCE' held on 29 Jan 2006. WINE: Dom Réné Muré Gewurztraminer 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Domaine Réné Muré GRAPES: 100% Gewurztraminer REGION: Alsace COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Spicy TASTING: Opulent mix of lychee & spiced/dried fruits with great length. FOOD MATCH: Baby artichoke salad - John Burton Race, "French Leave"

Wine Tasting Clip of Botromagno Gravina 2004, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Virtual Wine Academy - ITALY' held on 20 Nov 2005. WINE: Botromagno Gravina 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Botromagno GRAPES: 60% Greco 40% Malvasia REGION: Gravina COUNTRY: Italy ONE WORD: Rich TASTING: An amazing nose of Basil, fresh seashells and ripe apricots and citrussy palate make this one of Italy’s most interesting Southern white wines. FOOD MATCH: Salmon with Greens and Shitake Mushrooms - Nigella Lawson, "Nigella Bites"

Wine Tasting Clip of Antinori Cipresseto Rosé 2005, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'First Wines of Summer' held on 20 May 2006. WINE: Antinori Cipresseto Rosé 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Antinori GRAPES: Sangiovese 85%, Canaiolo & other 15% REGION: Tuscany COUNTRY: Italy ONE WORD: Fresh TASTING: Fresh and lively rosé from this aristocratic and legendary Tuscan wine family going back 20 generations. FOOD MATCH: Tarte Tatin with Red Onions and Thyme - www.ocado.com

Wine Tasting Clip of Brolio Chianti Classico 2003, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Virtual Wine Academy - ITALY' held on 20 Nov 2005. WINE: Brolio Chianti Classico 2003 VINTAGE: 2003 PRODUCER: Brolio GRAPES: Sangiovese REGION: Chianti Classico, Tuscany COUNTRY: Italy ONE WORD: Classic TASTING: Classic modern Chianti, full of cherries, hints of spice and a waft of hebal tea, leading to a pert, full palate and an elegant long finish. FOOD MATCH: Roast fillet of beef rolled in herbs and porcini and wrapped in Prosciutto - Jamie Oliver, "Return of the Naked Chef"

Wine Tasting Clip of Chateau Lamargue Costieres de Nimes 2004, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Short Breaks to the Vines' held on 05 Mar 2006. WINE: Chateau Lamargue Costieres de Nimes 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Chateau Lamargue GRAPES: 50% Grenache Blanc, 50% Roussanne REGION: Languedoc COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Aromatic TASTING: Refreshing melon & mango fruit with a crisp, dry finish. FOOD MATCH: Seared Tuna Salade Nicoise - The Angel Inn, North Yorkshire, "The Gastro Pub Cook Book"

Wine Tasting Clip of Planeta La Segreta Rosso 2004, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Virtual Wine Academy - ITALY' held on 20 Nov 2005. WINE: Planeta La Segreta Rosso 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Planeta GRAPES: 60% Nero d'Avola, 20% Syrah, 20% Merlot REGION: Sicily COUNTRY: Italy ONE WORD: Gutsy TASTING: The leading producer of quality wine in Sicily, Planeta’s Nero d'Avola blend is packed with black spicy fruit, liquorice and rich, ripe tannins, yet remains distinctly Sicilian. FOOD MATCH: Spaghetti Tetrazzini (creamy chicken and mushroom pasta bake) - Jamie Oliver, "Jamie’s Italy"

Wine Tasting Clip of Chateau de Roques Rouge, 2003, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'The New Wave' held on 22 Apr 2006. WINE: Chateau de Roques Rouge, 2003 VINTAGE: 2003 PRODUCER: Chateau de Roques GRAPES: Merlot 75%, Cabernet Sauvignon 25% REGION: Premieres Cotes de Bordeaux COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Chunky TASTING: Modern, accessible Bordeaux with great depth and ripeness. Deep cherry flavours combine with spicey liquorice and mint giving an attractive forward and open style. FOOD MATCH: Beef Fillets with Shallots and Guinness - Mike Robinson, "Wild Flavours"

Wine Tasting Clip of Ascheri Dolcetto d’Alba 2005, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Short Breaks to the Vines' held on 05 Mar 2006. WINE: Ascheri Dolcetto d’Alba 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Cantina Giacomo Ascheri GRAPES: 100% Dolcetto REGION: Piedmont COUNTRY: Italy ONE WORD: Fresh TASTING: Light style - fragrant cherry & redcurrants on nose & palate. FOOD MATCH: Rotolo di Zucca e Ricotta - Jamie Oliver, "Jamie's Italy"

Wine Tasting Clip of Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2005, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Virtual Wine at The Wine Show' held on 30 Sep 2006. WINE: Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Boekenhoutskloof GRAPES: Sauvignon Blanc 100% REGION: Franschhoek/ Coastal region COUNTRY: South Africa ONE WORD: Zingy TASTING: A fuller Sauvignon Blanc from the stable of Boekenhoutskloof's Mark Kent. The tropical fruit and hint of green plums and citrus fruit make for very pleasant drinking indeed. FOOD MATCH: Thai green curry, or a delicious, rich seafood pie - Fergus Henderson, "Nose to Tail Eating"

Wine Tasting Clip of Domaine Gayda L'Archet Syrah 2002, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Up & Coming Wines' held on 16 Oct 2005. WINE: Domaine Gayda L'Archet Syrah 2002 VINTAGE: 2002 PRODUCER: Domaine Gayda GRAPES: Syrah REGION: Languedoc COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Complex TASTING: Red fruits combined with white pepper flavours that are mellowed by a leathery hint. Silky texture, good structure and lovely finish make this a complete wine. FOOD MATCH: Aromatic Lamb Shank with Cous Cous - Nigella Lawson, "Nigella Bites"

Wine Tasting Clip of Domaine Gayda L'Archet Rosé 2005, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'First Wines of Summer' held on 20 May 2006. WINE: Domaine Gayda L'Archet Rosé 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Domaine Gayda GRAPES: Cinsault 40%, Grenache 40%, Syrah 20% REGION: Languedoc COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Elegant TASTING: Elegant and perfectly poised wine, a great partner for serious food from this new star in the Languedoc. FOOD MATCH: Greek Sea Bass Fillets with Olives and Lemon - www.ocado.com

Wine Tasting Clip of Ascheri Dolcetto d’Alba 2005, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Short Breaks to the Vines' held on 05 Mar 2006. WINE: Ascheri Dolcetto d’Alba 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Cantina Giacomo Ascheri GRAPES: 100% Dolcetto REGION: Piedmont COUNTRY: Italy ONE WORD: Fresh TASTING: Light style - fragrant cherry & redcurrants on nose & palate. FOOD MATCH: Rotolo di Zucca e Ricotta - Jamie Oliver, "Jamie's Italy"

Wine Tasting Clip of Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2005, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'The New Wave' held on 22 Apr 2006. WINE: Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Klein Constantia GRAPES: Sauvignon 90%, Semillon 10% REGION: Constantia COUNTRY: South Africa ONE WORD: Harmonious TASTING: Fresh and elegant Sauvignon with fine grassy characters balanced with great fruit. The dash of Semillon adds an extra level of richness and complexity. FOOD MATCH: Baked goats cheese salad with roasted beetroot - The Gastro Pub Cookbook

Wine Tasting Clip of Zorita Tinto 2003, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Short Breaks to the Vines' held on 05 Mar 2006. WINE: Zorita Tinto 2003 VINTAGE: 2003 PRODUCER: Hacienda Zorita GRAPES: 100% Tempranillo REGION: Arribes del Duero COUNTRY: Spain ONE WORD: Rounded TASTING: Spicy chocolate nose with rounded fruit & oak in the mouth. FOOD MATCH: Aromatic Lamb Shank Stew with Cous Cous - Nigella Lawson, "Nigella Bites"

Wine Tasting Clip of Robertson Kings River Chardonnay 2005, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Virtual Wine at The Wine Show' held on 30 Sep 2006. WINE: Robertson Kings River Chardonnay 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Robertson Winery GRAPES: Chardonnay 100% REGION: Breede River COUNTRY: South Africa ONE WORD: Rich TASTING: Rich open aromas of fresh citrus and lime with hints of oatmeal and butterscotch. The palate is ripe pineapple and melon, complemented by full-bodied soft varietal fruit, giving a generous texture with a long full flavoured soft finish. FOOD MATCH: Grilled chicken with a lemon and chilli sauce

Wine Tasting Clip of Cotes du Ventoux 2003, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Virtual Wine Academy - FRANCE' held on 29 Jan 2006. WINE: Cotes du Ventoux 2003 VINTAGE: 2003 PRODUCER: Delas GRAPES: 80% Grenache 20% Syrah REGION: Southern Rhone COUNTRY: France ONE WORD: Ripe TASTING: Ripe berry fruits with the aromatic and spice of the Syrah. FOOD MATCH: Poulet Basquaise - John Burton Race, "French Leave"

Wine Tasting Clip of Montecillo Blanco 2005, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'First Wines of Summer' held on 20 May 2006. WINE: Montecillo Blanco 2005 VINTAGE: 2005 PRODUCER: Montecillo GRAPES: Viura 100% REGION: Rioja COUNTRY: Spain ONE WORD: Crisp TASTING: Richly textured with crisp acidity make this white Rioja fabulous with seafood – bring on the holidays! FOOD MATCH: Crispy King Prawns with Lime and Ginger - www.ocado.com

Wine Tasting Clip of Zorita Blanco 2004, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Short Breaks to the Vines' held on 05 Mar 2006. WINE: Zorita Blanco 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Hacienda Zorita GRAPES: 60% Viura, 40% Sauvignon Blanc REGION: Castilla y Léon COUNTRY: Spain ONE WORD: Juicy TASTING: Fresh peach flavours combined with herbaceous notes. FOOD MATCH: Salt & Pepper Squid - Nigella Lawson, "Nigella Bites"

Wine Tasting Clip of Iona Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon 2003, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'The New Wave' held on 22 Apr 2006. WINE: Iona Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 VINTAGE: 2003 PRODUCER: Iona GRAPES: Merlot 51%, Cabernet 49% REGION: Elgin COUNTRY: South Africa ONE WORD: Polished TASTING: Delicious South African red with ripe plums, and hints of minty leaves. The palate is full bodied with an elegant structure to complement the fruit and spice. FOOD MATCH: Roast leg of lamb with Shrewsbury sauce - Delia Smith, "How to Cook" (Book Two)

Wine Tasting Clip of Fontanafredda Briccotondo 2004, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Virtual Wine Academy - ITALY' held on 20 Nov 2005. WINE: Fontanafredda Briccotondo 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Fontanafredda - Bricco Tondo GRAPES: Barbera REGION: Piemonte COUNTRY: Italy ONE WORD: Bright TASTING: Barbera is reknowned for its bright cherry fruit and lively acidity, and this has these in spades, making it a great summer red. FOOD MATCH: Salami pizza - Your local wood fired pizza place!

Wine Tasting Clip of Colterenzio Pinot Grigio 2004, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Virtual Wine Academy - ITALY' held on 20 Nov 2005. WINE: Colterenzio Pinot Grigio 2004 VINTAGE: 2004 PRODUCER: Colterenzio GRAPES: Pinot Grigio REGION: Alto Adige COUNTRY: Italy ONE WORD: Lively TASTING: Grown in the Sud-Tirol in vineyards covered in snow for 4 months of the year, this Pinot Grigio displays the peach flower and citrus elegance, coupled to a racy acidity and clean finish that makes this variety so popular. FOOD MATCH: Tomato and Basil Bruschette - Jamie Oliver, "Jamie’s Italy"