WINES: A MIXED SELECTION

White wines or red wines – perhaps, something between the two? Each to their own preferences. White wines tend to accompany fish dishes and white meats particularly well and red wines complement red meats wonderfully. If a rosé is preferred (maybe for when dining al fresco), these productions come in varying shades of pink, adding a most pleasing colour to a dining occasion, be it inside or outside. They are very much enjoyed on their own, too. A good sparkling wine is always a plus point (for me), to commence, creating a ‘friendly atmosphere’ and ‘setting the taste buds in the right direction’.

Firstly, Crémant de Loire from France (12% vol). This sparkling brut production is very popular and a great start to any occasion – as well as being splendid by itself and fabulous for events and parties. This pleasantly-coloured pink wine I found to have a most appealing flavour of light red fruits for the mouthfeel. Crisp and with a very good finish on the palate.

For an easy-drinking white wine a favourite is Cotin Jaillet from France (12.5% vol). This dry, white production, has many devotees and graces numerous dining tables, constantly. Great to accompany fish, seafood and a good number of other dishes, adding a complementing flavour – and complementing enjoyment – to dining times.

Going for a still rosé?

Certainly, the Vallée du Sud from France (13.5% vol) will not disappoint. I found this production most pleasant, whilst adding colour to the dining table. Excellent to pair with a lot of dishes of cuisine, too. Pink wines are now enjoyed all through the year.

Red wines are often chosen by wine lovers and Tuffeau Saumur Cabernet Franc from France (13.5% vol) ‘ticks many boxes’. The deep ruby-red colour entices to the bouquet, where an abundance of ripe, red fruits continue on to the mouthfeel and palate sensation. Excellent with cold meats, red meats and cheeses. I located these productions at a Lidl store, amongst their most impressive range of wines and drinks that offer very good value indeed. Advice is always available in store, too. For all details and information, please visit www.lidl. co.uk

Tribute paid to man who sadly died following collision in Blackpool

A tribute has been paid to a man who sadly died following a collision in Blackpool on Monday (February 6th).

The collision occurred at around 5.30pm on the A584 Queen’s Promenade at the junction with Norfolk Avenue, between an Aprilia Tuono motorcycle and a pedestrian.

The pedestrian, a man in his 40s from Blackpool, sadly died at the scene. He has since been named as William Tarr (pictured, right), aged 44, who moved to Blackpool less than two weeks ago.

In a tribute his family said: “He worked as a surveyor and has four children. His family know him as Bill and he is the youngest of four siblings.

“A keen cyclist like his late father, he loved to watch the sunsets from his new flat. He also loved to worship his Saviour, Jesus, on his guitar and keyboard. “His family love him and will always miss him and pray that anyone else involved may know the Hope of heaven like he does.”

The motorcycle rider, a man in his 50s from Thornton Cleveleys, sadly died from his injuries shortly after arrival at hospital.

Sgt Daniel Gunn, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Our thoughts are

Man charged with manslaughter

Detectives investigating an altercation outside a nightclub in Lancaster have today charged a man.

Police were called at shortly before 4.30am on Sunday June 12 to a report that a man had been punched during an altercation outside Glow nightclub, Dalton Square, causing him to fall and hit his head on the ground.

very much with the family and friends of the two men who died. William’s family have paid a moving tribute to him and it is clear he will be very much missed. The second man has not been named publicly at this point but our condolences also go to his loved ones.

“We now continue to appeal to anyone who witnessed the collision, or who has any CCTV, dashcam or mobile footage, to get in touch with us as it may assist our investigation. The collision happened on a busy road and there may well be people who saw something who have not yet contacted us.”

Anyone with information should contact 101 quoting log 973 of February 6th.

The man, Joshua Hughes, 22, who was part of a group who had been inside the club earlier but had been ejected, was taken to hospital in a critical condition.

Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, Mr Hughes, of Morecambe, (pictured) died on the morning of June 16.

A 32-year-old man from Leigh was arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault and bailed pending further enquiries.

Following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service, Sean Orrell, 32, of Leigh, has today (Wednesday February 1) been charged with manslaughter.

Joshua Hughes

He has been bailed to appear at Preston Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, April 20.