Victoria Moore
Eco-conscious Easter wines
If you’re gathering with family and friends for a celebration meal, treat them to wine that’s kinder to the environment
PLANET FRIERIENDL
The picks I’d like to share with you aren’t just good to drink (though, of course, nothing gets in here unless it passes my taste test). They’re also wines that have another feelgood factor to offer, in terms of their commitment to at least one element of sustainability.
First up is a smooth Italian red that would be useful as it goes well with lots of different foods. Monticelli Organic Rosso Piceno 2021 Italy (£8.85, Co-op) is made from half Sangiovese and half Montepulciano grapes, and tastes of wild berries with a twist of cherries and the plumpness of prunes. It would bring succulence to slices of roast gammon and has a mild earthiness that would also go well with goat.