First Sale Of The Century?

Mitchells' wine sale is now in full swing, with some tempting bargains in both Kildare Street and Glasthule. Look out for magnums of Mitchells Claret 1996, down by over £5 to £13.95; Brusset Gigondas Tradition 1998, down from £14.99 to £12.50; and some good half bottles like Sipp Mack Riesling Reserve 1998, down £1 to £4.75. If you're into serious savings - albeit with serious outlay - Chateau Palmer 1996, down £10 to £49.95, and Taylor's Vintage Port 1994, down £32 to £85, are beckoning while stocks last.