Sitting in a typical tapas bar on a typically hot evening in Córdoba, I decided to order a glass of Fino – for a change. As a friend and I were travelling around Andalucía, I thought it only right to try the local produce! Plus, it went wonderfully with our selection of dishes, from olives…
“The best Torrontés we have tasted. Platinum-Best in Show winner at Decanter Wine World Awards 2017″ Amalaya, Torrontés-Riesling Argentina’s white speciality is Torrontés, here with a touch of Riesling. Perfumed (rather like a Muscat), full of fruit and yet dry and appetising. It’s an exquisite representation of the unique weather and soil conditions in Argentina’s Northern Calchaqui…
” We’re very excited to introduce the new Episode from The Liberator, a 100% Pinot Noir wine discovered by MW Richard Kelley and his intrepid Cape Crusader, Rick.” 2013 The Liberator Episode 10 – Midnight at the Lost an FoundOver the past 20 years, Richard Kelley MW has become one of the most respected authorities in South African wine.…
” An outstanding wine of exceptional value, recently voted Best New World Cabernet Sauvignon under £40 by Decanter magazine. “ 2014 Berton Reserve Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon, Berton Vineyards Sourced from the prized Terra Rossa region of Coonawarra. The warm days are moderated by off-shore breezes and the rich red loam over free draining limestone soils are the foundations…
” This is a unique style of port which truly lends itself to summer indulging – chill down to about 10ºC and serve at the end of a meal for a refreshing change. “ Fonseca 10 Year Old Tawny Port Founded in 1822 by the Guimaraens family, this remarkable house remained solely in its hands until 1948 when the family went into partnership…
” A gorgeous perfumed nose of rose petals, musk and barley sugar with preserved ginger. The palate is rich and super intense with fresh mint, creamy brulée flavours and a hint of nut.” 96 points, Decanter 2017 WorldWine Awards 2013 Vin de Constance, Klein Constantia The history of this famous wine goes back over 300 years. So…
” The first New World Rosé on theWineTrust list: Fruity and juicy, with strawberry and fresh watermelon aromas, this wine is ideal for summer barbecues.” 2016 La Flor Malbec Rosé, Pulenta Estate Based at Alto Agrelo in Mendoza, Pulenta own 135 hectares including large plots in the finest sub regions of Luján de Cuyo and the Uco Valley. Many of…
” A forward and expressive peachy fruit style from near neighbour to Pouilly Fuissé. Gentle oak, soft and creamy with plenty body and texture.” 2015 Saint-Véran, Terres Noires, Domaine des Deux Roches Saint-Véran is a village in the heart of the Mâconnais, which lies between the escarpments of Solutré and Vergisson. Its vineyards are among…
Another excellent Primitivo example, but of the pink variety, and a standout wine from the San Marzano cooperative. With intense cherry and red berry aromas, and a balanced and refreshing style, it is irresistible! 2015 ‘Tramari‘ Rosé di Primitivo Salento IGP, Cantina San Marzano, Puglia, Italy Cantine San Marzano was founded in 1962 when 19 long established families…
“A delightful Champagne, fresh and harmonious, offering peach, lemon cake, tobacco and toast notes. It’s vibrant and elegant, with a lingering, chalky finish.” Bruce Sanderson, The Wine Spectator 2006 Ayala Brut Millésimé, Champagne, France (with gift box) Ayala was one of the original eighteen “Grandes Marques’ Champagne houses and has a unique history. It dates back to…
A medium-bodied Bordeaux showing concentrated fruit aromas backed by delicate woody notes. Nicely balanced, velvety and powerful. 2010 Chateau Lestrille Capmartin, Bordeaux Superiore At Château Lestrille, Estelle Roumage makes modern, fruit-driven wines. They use sustainable winegrowing practices to respect the balance of the soil as they believe the essence of winemaking lies in the vineyard…
Dandelion Vineyards is the venture of self-titled ‘typist’ Zar Brooks, his winemaking wife Elena and growers Carl Lindner and Brad Rey, with wines made from the Barossa and Eden Valleys, Fleurieu and McLaren Vale 2014 Lionheart of Barossa Shiraz, Dandelion Vineyards, Barossa Valley, Australia Nick Stock, one of Australia’s leading journalists, has described Dandelion…
