The Guardian

When it comes to claret, VICTORIA MOORE suggests eschewing St Emilion for the likes of Ctes de Castillon, which borders the more famous, similarly Merlot-based region. Her recommendations include: 2004 Seigneurs d'Aiguilhe, Ctes de Castillon (7.99; Waitrose); 2003 Domaine de Courteillac, Bordeaux Suprieur (8.95; Magnum Fine Wines); 2001 Chteau Greysac, Cru Bourgeois, Medoc (6.99 down from 9.99, when you buy two or more; Majestic); and 2003 Chteau Caronne Ste Gemme, Haut Medoc (10.50; Jeroboams).