The perfect fruit and wood blend, which enhances its aromatic intensity. Composed exclusively with Tempranillo from vines 15 years old, fermented at 23 ° C. Aged for five months in oak barrels ripened in the bottle a minimum of five months.
The grapes were harvested by hand and placed into small cases of 12 Kg for careful transport to the winery where they undergo a cold pre‐fermentation maceration for 48 h followed by controlled alcoholic fermentation at 28º C and back‐fermentation. They then undergo lees maceration for 18 ‐ 20 days followed by racking and tasting.
Akashi-Tai Honjozo Sake is a traditional sake, made to be lighter in style than other sakes. Crisp, dry and an easy to drink style with gentle aromas of lime, lemon and straw ...
An innovative sparkling sake from Akashi-Tai. The Junmai Gingjo designation indicates no alcohol was added after fermentation. Made using the traditional method, as used in Champagne, this is light, refreshing and reminiscent of Moscato d'Asti. A delicious aperitif.
Made from the Cortese grape variety, grown in vineyards with a cool mesoclimate; these are generally north facing and up to about 350 metres above sea level. The wine gets its name from the town of Gavi, situated in the south-east of Piemonte, around which the vineyards are planted. The wine is fermented in stainless steel and aged briefly on its fine lees. It shows white flower and green fruit aromas, with a touch of honey and minerality on the palate.
Yellow straw in colour with sparkles of brilliant green. The nose displays fresh, clean citrus aroma and a beautiful floral intensity. The palate is dry with crunchy green apple fruit and a refreshing acidity.
Located in the southern Beaujolais, Brouilly is one of the most well-known and geographically widespread vineyards in the region. The vines here flourish on a steep slope composed of diverse types of soil and rock, but which are predominantly pink granite ("gohr") based.
TASTING
This Brouilly Roche Rose has subtle aromas of wild cherry, blackcurrant, and blackberry with a hint of spice. The palate is refreshing and fleshy with supple, well-integrated tannins, leading onto the finish with it is fresh and lasting Gamay fruit style
ft tannins.
Located at the eastern edge of the Grand Crus hill, "Les Blanchots" derives its name from the stony soil that is composed of whitish limestone and light-coloured calcareous clay subsoil.
Our plot lies on a very steep slope in the coolest part of this Climat, which lends the wine its vivacity and finesse. The soil, which features scattered areas of bluish clay, and the primarily morning sunshine lend this Grand Cru its very unique typicity, which is expressed by predominant floral aromas and remarkable finesse.
Tasting
Exquisite scents of white flowers (lily, rose) dominate on the nose. The palate is full-bodied and generous, featuring remarkable harmony and a pronounced mineral finish that is complemented by a hint of iodine and smoke (flint, graphite).
Producer/négociant Maison Albert Bichot was founded in Beaune in 1831 and
remains family-owned, with Albéric Bichot currently at the helm. Despite being a
significant player in Burgundy (it’s the leading buyer at the celebrated
Hospices de Beaune auction), Maison AB leads the way in sustainability and
manages to maintain the ethos and accessibility of a much smaller artisanal
grower.
This appellation from southern Burgundy is located in the Mâconnais region around the villages of Fuissé, Solutré, Pouilly, Vergisson and Chaintré. The vines are planted on hillsides - sometimes very steep. The varying exposures result in a harvest period that lasts more than two weeks.
This wine has a lively and aromatic nose with white fruit and spices with a subtle touch of oak and vanilla
Cesari has hit its stride with the Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Il Bosco. This is an opulent and layered red wine with savoury notes of saddle leather and exotic spice that drive the wine's dark core. This Amarone manages a careful balance with beautiful precision. In the mouth, it is smooth and rich with a deep textural impact. The blend is 80/20 Corvina and Rondinella.
A ripe and exuberant red with an aroma and flavour reminiscent of plums and cherries, with a touch of Mediterranean herbs. This exclusive blend of the Nero d'Avola and Sangiovese grapes has produced a fantastic Sicilian red.
Deep and concentrated with an intense bouquet of ripe fruit, sweet cherry and toasted oak. Black cherry on the palate leads to a long, complex and well-integrated finish.
Baccolo is a tribute to the ancient wine divinity (Bacco).
Perfect blends of indigenous and noble varietals to obtain complex and fruit-driven wines and to protect the viticulture Biodiversity.
Extraordinary wines: Baccolo Rosso Veneto
ROSSO VENETO
Grapes: predominanlty Merlot e Corvina, with partial grapes over maturation (appassimento) and barrique ageing
Denomination: Veneto indicazione geografica tipica
Alcohol: 13% by vol.
Serving temperature: 16°C
Colour: dark bordeaux
Bouquet: intense of spice and ripe fruit
Taste: round and persistent in the mouth
Serving suggestions: game, roasted red meats and hard mature cheeses
The Barbera del Monferrato is a rich, spicy wine. With notes of juicy black cherries and spices, it has got the perfect balance of acidity and juiciness to keep this full-bodied wine very drinkable. Give it some airing time when opening to allow flavours to develop.
Franco Conterno is located in the heart of the Langhe, in the hamlet of Bussia di Monforte d’Alba.
It has 28 hectares of vineyards, 18 of which are planted in the territory of Barolo, in Monforte d’Alba (Bussia), Castiglione Falletto (Pugnane) and Novello (Panerole). The remaining 10 hectares are planted in Madonna di Como.
The “endless care” the winery applied to its vineyards and cellars, its emphasis on sustainability and its commitment to run a true family business is key for listing this fantastic Barolo.
“The Conterno family has been producing wines of extreme quality, elegance and prestige in Piedmont for several generations, and their work has shaped our very notion of what Piedmontese wines should be.
Barolo is a wine of the utmost quality, packed with profound intensity and marvellous fruit flavours. The palate is defined by dense, layered tannins, along with notes of raspberry, red currant, tobacco, balsamic, and a smattering of dried herbs and spices
Belle & Co is a refreshing and well balanced non-alcoholic alternative to a traditional dry sparkling wine. A perfect celebratory drink for when you want a non-alcohol alternative sparkling wine.
Belle & Co is produced from fermented grape juice, like any other wine, but uses a high tech process to create this non-alcoholic product. It is then blended with premium green tea to give it more body. The resulting non-alcoholic wine has notes of apple and pear and a good level of acidity. One could say it's 'trés belle'!
Showing well right now, with notes of black cherry, black currant, milk chocolate, and tobacco commingling throughout. There's a healthy dose of oak too that straddles the line but never quite takes over. Surprising freshness, with welcome acidity. This is solid.
Seductive and intense nose. Aromas of red plums and blackberries dominate, nuanced with methol notes, cloves and sweet spices like cinnamon and cocoa. wine is underpinned by a smooth, sleek texture and fine tannins.
Lots of body, complex and unctuous on the palate. Very rich in nuances: chocolate, mint, tobacco and spices. Structured and long, with a velvety texture and sweet tannins. Elegant and balanced.
Intense picota cherry colour, very high robe.
Seductive and intense nose. Aromas of red plums and blackberries dominate, nuanced with methol notes, cloves and sweet spices like cinnamon and cocoa. wine is underpinned by a smooth, sleek texture and fine tannins.
Tasting Notes: Fermented in tank at low temperatures for maximum freshness, it is characterised by soft peach and nectarine fruit characters, balanced by a lively fresh citrus acidity.
Complex and intense on the nose, displaying exotic fruit and citrus aromas, the most prominent being pineapple, over other fruit such as green apple and lemon. On the palate the wine is fresh and rounded, with pleasant acidity. The fruits present as aromas come through on the palate and the overall result is a wine that is full-bodied, lively and well balanced./p>
Fresh and fruity with notes of wild berries
The climate in the Hautes-Côtes de Nuits is cool, so the wines are marked by their freshness
Pinot Noir from this area is fruity and vivacious
Full-bodied and well-structured, this wine is pleasantly robust yet balanced
It will beautifully accompany roasted or grilled meats
Bichot practise sustainable viticulture in the making of this wine
A famous appellation from the Côte de Nuits, known as much for its size as for its great wines, Gevrey-Chambertin boasts a wide diversity of terroirs. There is no white wine here, only Pinot Noir is cultivated.
The nose features aromas of ripe red and black fruit against a backdrop of spicy, woody notes. Further years of ageing will bring forward animal notes of musk and fur. Full-flavoured and velvety, this wine is silky, robust, tannic and well balanced. A long, beautiful finish that echoes the first nose.finish.
Brunello di Montalcino is one of the most prestigious Italian wines, well-known all over the world. It is regarded as one of the red wines that best guarantees longevity ...
Delicious balance of pear drops, white peaches and hints of elderflower, crisp, fresh with lovely wonderful balance of fruit acidity. Great pairing for light seafood salads, green and Mozzarella salads. Ideal partner to shell fish and delicate white fish.
This is a classic Cannonau (or Grenache) from Sardinia - approachable and fruit-forward yet with character and depth. Vibrant cherry and ripe bramble aromas with subtle notes of violet and...