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South Wales Argus
a day ago
- South Wales Argus
Blackwood wine drinker led police on high-speed chase
Thomas Buchanan, 32, from Blackwood sped at 70mph in a 30mph residential zone before he was boxed in by officers in the Nelson area of Caerphilly. He also drove the wrong way around a roundabout and turned his lights off during the five-minute pursuit in the early hours of the morning. After hitting a police car, he made a run for it from his Vauxhall Corsa before he tumbled over and was arrested, Cardiff Crown Court heard. He was chased from Mountain Ash in Rhondda Cynon Taf before being caught in Nelson, prosecutor Elin Morgan. (Image: Thomas Buchanan) Buchanan, of Millbrook Road, Pontllanfraith admitted dangerous driving with the incident occurring on Saturday, August 3, 2024. The defendant has 21 previous convictions for 47 offences and these include dangerous driving, drug driving and driving whilst disqualified. He was handed a suspended prison sentence last November for a bizarre attempted burglary in Pontllanfraith. Buchanan, also known as Thomas Bowden, tried to break into a stranger's house by using a brick after drinking four of five bottles of Lambrini. The court heard on that occasion that when the police arrived to arrest him, he was so drunk he couldn't stand up. He was jailed for jailed for 21 months, suspended for 24 months, ordered to complete a 24-day rehabilitation activity requirement and made the subject of a 12-month alcohol treatment requirement. Abdallah Barakat representing the probation service said Buchanan was in breach of the suspended sentence after failing to comply with the rehabilitation activity requirement. Kevin Seal for the father-of-three said his client drinks four or five bottles a day after overcoming a heroin addiction. His barrister asked that the defendant be given the full one-third credit for his guilty plea to dangerous driving. Judge Eugene Egan told Buchanan: 'This was extreme dangerous driving in my view. 'You deliberately sought to avoid the police and you exposed others to the risk of significant injury or worse.' Buchanan was jailed for 12 months for the dangerous driving and the judge activated a prison term of 18 months for being in breach of the suspended sentence last year. That latter portion was imposed consecutively, making a total imprisonment term of 30 months. The defendant was disqualified from driving for four years following his release from custody and he must sit an extended retest.
Leader Live
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
I tested Aldi's new 'wine of the summer' and so should you
Yes, that's right, a prosecco with no fizz. Corrie's Tyrone without his noughties beloved. Despite being lauded as a "refreshing twist on the nation's favourite fizz", I simply could not believe a flat Prosecco could deliver any signature fruity flavour. I've had my fair share of warm Lambrini over the years, thank you. Since launching, it's taken to social media and has been catching wine critics and shoppers alike by storm. I also loved this wine – how innovative!', and, 'this is a discovery!!!'. (Image: Newsquest) Some are tipping this as 'the wine of the summer', so, naturally, as a borderline alcoholic, I had to find this out for myself. And god, I wish I kept it to just myself. Wine enthusiasts such as @tomtryonuk, who, although sceptical at first, have praised the crispness of the wine, layered apple notes and subtle sweetness, calling it 'hard not to like'. His post quickly garnered enthusiastic responses such as, 'I also loved this wine – how innovative!', and, 'this is a discovery!!!'. Mistress of Wine, Sam Caporn, shared similar praise: "This light, fresh, still Prosecco has much in common with its sparkling sibling, boasting notes of apricot, honeysuckle, ripe pear and melon with beautifully balancing lemon acidity. Delicious!" So, good things, right? Well. I've tested dozens of Aldi wines over the past couple of years and have had nothing but good things to say about any of them. From memory, none of their whites, reds and rosés have ever missed the mark. Whether it be food or drink, Aldi has always ticked every box for me as it does not skimp on quality in the sacrifice for price. Here arrives the flat Prosecco, stumbling onto the scene like that drunk uncle at a funeral. Boozy, niche and above all else, brave. I'm not a big fan of fizz. Whether it be Cava, Prosecco or even Champagne, the only time I can really stomach it is with a bit of orange juice on Christmas Day. A lot of you may be thinking 'sacrilege', but this one man boozy band likes a Bucks Fizz, you gonna shoot me? I doubt it. With that said, my opinion is all but null and void in regards to Aldi's flat fizz. So I had to bring in an expert. My girlfriend's mum. We went round to visit one night for a takeaway with - because I have no conversation - the aforementioned bubbleless bottle, just myself, her, and her parents. After tea, we poured four glasses and each took turns testing Aldi's latest sensation. Looking back, promising 'the wine of the summer' may have been a mistake. Four cans of special brew could have just as easily replicated similar responses. I can't repeat a lot of what was said before the watershed, but I can give you a visual depiction: The 'wine of the summer' hasn't won over everyone just yet. (Image: Newsquest) Recommended reading: Testing Aldi's sensational spring and summer wine collection Where sells the best wine? £5 supermarket white wine review I tested Aldi's incredible autumn and winter wine selection It hurts me to say, because I love Aldi, but this one didn't land for myself or any of the others. I have a long way to go now to recover any respect I once had. That said, this wine is not without its fans. If anything, I urge you to go and try it for yourself, it might not be the 'wine of the summer', but I can certainly confirm it's the most polarising. For £5.99, it's surely worth a little taste test for yourself and the family, isn't it?
Powys County Times
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
I tested Aldi's new 'wine of the summer' and so should you
From scepticism to sips of approval, everyone's favourite budget supermarket Aldi is shaking up the wine aisle with the UK's first Still Prosecco. Yes, that's right, a prosecco with no fizz. Corrie's Tyrone without his noughties beloved. Despite being lauded as a "refreshing twist on the nation's favourite fizz", I simply could not believe a flat Prosecco could deliver any signature fruity flavour. I've had my fair share of warm Lambrini over the years, thank you. Since launching, it's taken to social media and has been catching wine critics and shoppers alike by storm. Some are tipping this as 'the wine of the summer', so, naturally, as a borderline alcoholic, I had to find this out for myself. And god, I wish I kept it to just myself. Wine enthusiasts such as @tomtryonuk, who, although sceptical at first, have praised the crispness of the wine, layered apple notes and subtle sweetness, calling it 'hard not to like'. His post quickly garnered enthusiastic responses such as, 'I also loved this wine – how innovative!', and, 'this is a discovery!!!'. Mistress of Wine, Sam Caporn, shared similar praise: "This light, fresh, still Prosecco has much in common with its sparkling sibling, boasting notes of apricot, honeysuckle, ripe pear and melon with beautifully balancing lemon acidity. Delicious!" So, good things, right? Well. I've tested dozens of Aldi wines over the past couple of years and have had nothing but good things to say about any of them. From memory, none of their whites, reds and rosés have ever missed the mark. Whether it be food or drink, Aldi has always ticked every box for me as it does not skimp on quality in the sacrifice for price. Here arrives the flat Prosecco, stumbling onto the scene like that drunk uncle at a funeral. Boozy, niche and above all else, brave. I'm not a big fan of fizz. Whether it be Cava, Prosecco or even Champagne, the only time I can really stomach it is with a bit of orange juice on Christmas Day. A lot of you may be thinking 'sacrilege', but this one man boozy band likes a Bucks Fizz, you gonna shoot me? I doubt it. With that said, my opinion is all but null and void in regards to Aldi's flat fizz. So I had to bring in an expert. My girlfriend's mum. Testing the Costellore Still Prosecco DOC (£5.99, 75cl) We went round to visit one night for a takeaway with - because I have no conversation - the aforementioned bubbleless bottle, just myself, her, and her parents. After tea, we poured four glasses and each took turns testing Aldi's latest sensation. Looking back, promising 'the wine of the summer' may have been a mistake. Four cans of special brew could have just as easily replicated similar responses. I can't repeat a lot of what was said before the watershed, but I can give you a visual depiction: Where sells the best wine? £5 supermarket white wine review I tested Aldi's incredible autumn and winter wine selection It hurts me to say, because I love Aldi, but this one didn't land for myself or any of the others. I have a long way to go now to recover any respect I once had. That said, this wine is not without its fans. If anything, I urge you to go and try it for yourself, it might not be the 'wine of the summer', but I can certainly confirm it's the most polarising.
Rhyl Journal
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
I tested Aldi's new 'wine of the summer' and so should you
Yes, that's right, a prosecco with no fizz. Corrie's Tyrone without his noughties beloved. Despite being lauded as a "refreshing twist on the nation's favourite fizz", I simply could not believe a flat Prosecco could deliver any signature fruity flavour. I've had my fair share of warm Lambrini over the years, thank you. Since launching, it's taken to social media and has been catching wine critics and shoppers alike by storm. I also loved this wine – how innovative!', and, 'this is a discovery!!!'. (Image: Newsquest) Some are tipping this as 'the wine of the summer', so, naturally, as a borderline alcoholic, I had to find this out for myself. And god, I wish I kept it to just myself. Wine enthusiasts such as @tomtryonuk, who, although sceptical at first, have praised the crispness of the wine, layered apple notes and subtle sweetness, calling it 'hard not to like'. His post quickly garnered enthusiastic responses such as, 'I also loved this wine – how innovative!', and, 'this is a discovery!!!'. Mistress of Wine, Sam Caporn, shared similar praise: "This light, fresh, still Prosecco has much in common with its sparkling sibling, boasting notes of apricot, honeysuckle, ripe pear and melon with beautifully balancing lemon acidity. Delicious!" So, good things, right? Well. I've tested dozens of Aldi wines over the past couple of years and have had nothing but good things to say about any of them. From memory, none of their whites, reds and rosés have ever missed the mark. Whether it be food or drink, Aldi has always ticked every box for me as it does not skimp on quality in the sacrifice for price. Here arrives the flat Prosecco, stumbling onto the scene like that drunk uncle at a funeral. Boozy, niche and above all else, brave. I'm not a big fan of fizz. Whether it be Cava, Prosecco or even Champagne, the only time I can really stomach it is with a bit of orange juice on Christmas Day. A lot of you may be thinking 'sacrilege', but this one man boozy band likes a Bucks Fizz, you gonna shoot me? I doubt it. With that said, my opinion is all but null and void in regards to Aldi's flat fizz. So I had to bring in an expert. My girlfriend's mum. We went round to visit one night for a takeaway with - because I have no conversation - the aforementioned bubbleless bottle, just myself, her, and her parents. After tea, we poured four glasses and each took turns testing Aldi's latest sensation. Looking back, promising 'the wine of the summer' may have been a mistake. Four cans of special brew could have just as easily replicated similar responses. I can't repeat a lot of what was said before the watershed, but I can give you a visual depiction: The 'wine of the summer' hasn't won over everyone just yet. (Image: Newsquest) Recommended reading: Testing Aldi's sensational spring and summer wine collection Where sells the best wine? £5 supermarket white wine review I tested Aldi's incredible autumn and winter wine selection It hurts me to say, because I love Aldi, but this one didn't land for myself or any of the others. I have a long way to go now to recover any respect I once had. That said, this wine is not without its fans. If anything, I urge you to go and try it for yourself, it might not be the 'wine of the summer', but I can certainly confirm it's the most polarising. For £5.99, it's surely worth a little taste test for yourself and the family, isn't it?
North Wales Chronicle
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
I tested Aldi's new 'wine of the summer' and so should you
Yes, that's right, a prosecco with no fizz. Corrie's Tyrone without his noughties beloved. Despite being lauded as a "refreshing twist on the nation's favourite fizz", I simply could not believe a flat Prosecco could deliver any signature fruity flavour. I've had my fair share of warm Lambrini over the years, thank you. Since launching, it's taken to social media and has been catching wine critics and shoppers alike by storm. I also loved this wine – how innovative!', and, 'this is a discovery!!!'. (Image: Newsquest) Some are tipping this as 'the wine of the summer', so, naturally, as a borderline alcoholic, I had to find this out for myself. And god, I wish I kept it to just myself. Wine enthusiasts such as @tomtryonuk, who, although sceptical at first, have praised the crispness of the wine, layered apple notes and subtle sweetness, calling it 'hard not to like'. His post quickly garnered enthusiastic responses such as, 'I also loved this wine – how innovative!', and, 'this is a discovery!!!'. Mistress of Wine, Sam Caporn, shared similar praise: "This light, fresh, still Prosecco has much in common with its sparkling sibling, boasting notes of apricot, honeysuckle, ripe pear and melon with beautifully balancing lemon acidity. Delicious!" So, good things, right? Well. I've tested dozens of Aldi wines over the past couple of years and have had nothing but good things to say about any of them. From memory, none of their whites, reds and rosés have ever missed the mark. Whether it be food or drink, Aldi has always ticked every box for me as it does not skimp on quality in the sacrifice for price. Here arrives the flat Prosecco, stumbling onto the scene like that drunk uncle at a funeral. Boozy, niche and above all else, brave. I'm not a big fan of fizz. Whether it be Cava, Prosecco or even Champagne, the only time I can really stomach it is with a bit of orange juice on Christmas Day. A lot of you may be thinking 'sacrilege', but this one man boozy band likes a Bucks Fizz, you gonna shoot me? I doubt it. With that said, my opinion is all but null and void in regards to Aldi's flat fizz. So I had to bring in an expert. My girlfriend's mum. We went round to visit one night for a takeaway with - because I have no conversation - the aforementioned bubbleless bottle, just myself, her, and her parents. After tea, we poured four glasses and each took turns testing Aldi's latest sensation. Looking back, promising 'the wine of the summer' may have been a mistake. Four cans of special brew could have just as easily replicated similar responses. I can't repeat a lot of what was said before the watershed, but I can give you a visual depiction: The 'wine of the summer' hasn't won over everyone just yet. (Image: Newsquest) Recommended reading: Testing Aldi's sensational spring and summer wine collection Where sells the best wine? £5 supermarket white wine review I tested Aldi's incredible autumn and winter wine selection It hurts me to say, because I love Aldi, but this one didn't land for myself or any of the others. I have a long way to go now to recover any respect I once had. That said, this wine is not without its fans. If anything, I urge you to go and try it for yourself, it might not be the 'wine of the summer', but I can certainly confirm it's the most polarising. For £5.99, it's surely worth a little taste test for yourself and the family, isn't it?
