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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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 ...
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...
Valpolicella Superiore obtained from Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes alluring in the vineyards exposed at midday on the hills of Valpolicella. In January following the harvest, the wine undergoes a second slight refermentation on the pomace of Amarone: the result is a full-bodied wine, very fragrant, warm, velvety, to be drunk after two years of aging. Suitable for game and red meats.
Secondary wine of Chateau Kirwan: very harmonious, smooth, well-balanced wine. beautifully pure fruit with great concentration - this is charming.,and a very keen price.
Chateau Beauchene Cote Du Rhone
An uplifting nose of spices and red fruits with a light to medium body and a palate of strawberries and pepper that is high in acidity and muted tannins.
VEGAN
This red Bordeaux is a blend of Merlot 50% and Cabernet Franc 50% which have undergone traditional vinification and ageing in stainless steel vats. The colour is deep red and bright with a pleasant nose of spice and red berry aromas. Smooth, medium bodied and silky, this is a well-balanced and approachable red Bordeaux.
Lots of depth and more complexity of fruit than usual – more layered and better grip. This is a very classy Beychevelle, well up to its fourth-growth status.
92 pts
Listrac Fourcas Hosten
The wine presents a high gustative quality due to the yield and the balance of our blending between merlots and cabernets sauvignons. very beautiful extraction of the skin components to give a rich, structured and deep wine.
Immediately open and expression on the nose with notes of blackcurrant, aniseed and cinnamon. The palate shows good structure, concentration and a long-lasting finish. Great ageing potential, and perfect accompanied with char-grilled cuts of meat or rich tomato based dishes.
It has a very bright and deep ruby-red colour. It is delicate and true to type with notes of forest-floor, peppery spices and wood-smoke. It is big and generous, with an excellent body of noble tanins and fine new oakiness.
Rich, warm red fruits on the nose with hints of dried herbs, this is a wine with a great sense of place and is one of the few reds that pairs brilliantly with cheese. Ageing in French oak barrels (20%) for 12 months adds spice and structure and the wine finishes with a fresh cherry note and light tannins, making you want another sip.
"Vines planted in 1998 in the north-facing Kali Vrysi vineyard at 4,000 vines per ha and an elevation of 200–300 m. Picked 24 September at a yield of 36 hl/ha. Fermented in tank with malolactic conversion and ageing for 12 months in oak barrels (20% new).
Great with many years left of course. Drank in Galway in Ireland where Kirwan were one of the 12 tribal families of the city before later making wine. Mature and elegant, captivating more than fruit delivery. The nose is mature, complex and characterful, floral elements, not surprising of course from this great Margaux. Nose has aged Margaux'ness, berries, red fruit, toasted expresso, mint tinges and layers of wood and wonderfulness.
Bordeaux Superior..........Intense garnet color with notes of plum and red fruits on the nose. A modern style of claret that benefits from ageing in new wood. Ripe, soft bramble and cassis fruit with supple tannins and a savoury finish
£12.25
Red
Red wines are made from the juice and skin of black grapes. They range in colour from intense violet to brick red and brown for older red wines. The main grape varieties used to make red wine are shiraz, merlot, cabernet sauvignon, malbec, pinot noir, zinfandel, sangiovese and barbera.