Wine with Leslie: These are the cheap wines that I like to drink 

Sherries plus classical French wines that represent value in their price bracket.

In keeping with Weekend magazine’s timely focus on the cost of living, I am recommending wines I consider to be particularly good value.

The least expensive tastiest wines in Ireland come from Spain, Portugal, and the Languedoc. Stick to lesser-known regions and don’t be afraid of grapes you have never heard of — especially from Portugal. Chile offers wonderful value at entry level and Chilean sauvignon blanc and cabernet sauvignon are always a solid bet.