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The grapes come from the oldest vineyards of the Borgo dei Trulli estate, located in the commune of Guagnano in the province of Lecce. Very low yields and carefully selected grapes are used to make this impressive Negroamaro.
Notes of red fruits such as redcurrant, cherry and black cherry. A full-bodied wine, soft and harmonious, rich in tannins, with a pleasant, long finish. The spicy notes of cinnamon, coffee and vanilla make it particularly enveloping, velvety and elegant. A meditation wine, which is also delicious with game and mature cheeses.
A deep cherry red colour, that is clean and bright in the glass. Good aromatic intensity with notes of ripe red fruits over a base of elegant balsamic. The palate is mellow and fresh, with nuances of delicate sweet fruit. It has a nice body with integrated, polished tannins, with touches of very ripe fruit and nuances of liquorice on a long finish.
The Nittardi winery was once owned by Michaelangelo, and whilst painting the Sistine Chapel, he gifted his wines to the pope. As homage to Michelangelo, the unique combination of art and wine is still cultivated today at Nittardi. Every year a well-known artist paints the label as well as the wrapping paper used for the Casanuova di Nittardi Vigna Doghessa wine bottles.
Ad Astra is an approachable yet serious red wine that is also a pleasure when enjoyed young. Fascinating notes of spice and chilli character with blackcurrant and fresh cherry fruit on the nose. Medium bodied, with good tannins and a long, silky, powerful finish
Château des Tours is a beautiful estate surrounded by its own vines. The Château itself dates back to the 14th Century and is the heart of the estate. During the harvest, as per tradition, an old bell is rung to signify the start of the day. This is a magnificent Gamay full of fruit, minerality and lingering tannins.
This wine stands out for its elegance and intense aromas of dried fruit, liquorice, spices, cocoa and coffee. Fresh and enticing on the palate, with ripe Garnacha notes of red berries, there are spicy overtones and layers of red fruit. A rich, long and pleasantly spicy finish.
Xinomavro (pronounced Ksee-NOH-mav-roe) is a native variety found in northern Greece. The vines are grown in a single vineyard in the ‘Hedgehog’ subregion, of the Amyndeon plateau. This is a pale and lively pink coloured rosé with an aromatic and fresh bouquet of peach and strawberry, layered with rose petals, spice and mineral notes. Crisp with a creamy, fruity palate through to a long finish.
Josten & Klein is a new winery that offers high-quality white and red wines from the two Rhineland-Palatinate wine-growing regions of Ahr and Mittelrhein.
With around 560 hectares, the Ahr is one of the smallest wine-growing regions in Germany. But that doesn’t detract from its class. As the largest closed red wine growing area in Germany and at the same time as the northernmost area for red vines, it has developed into a wine region of great renown over the past two decades. This is a classic style of Pinot Noir. Ripe flavours of sweet and sour cherry and bramble fruit. Soft tannins and acidity keeps the finish fresh and long.
André Roméro is one of our most characterful and talented growers and a favourite. He founded the domaine in 1979 and was joined by his son Frédéric in 1996 on completion of his oenology studies, and by his nephew Régis. Today the estate covers 26 hectares, including a new plot of 2.5 hectares of the finest land in Rasteau.
The yields at Soumade are low – around 40 hl/ha for his Côtes du Rhône, 35 hl/ha for the Villages and much less for his super cuvées. All the grapes are picked exclusively by hand.
Whilst overflowing with intense red fruit aromas on the nose and palate, this medium-bodied Nebbiolo also presents hints of white pepper and aniseed, complemented and supported by both bright tannins and a fresh acidity.
A very versatile red, this Nebbiolo can be a delightful accompaniment to antipasti dishes of cured meats and chargrilled vegetables, yet also enjoys a successful pairing with red meat, poultry and even lightly-spiced pasta courses.
Keermont Vineyards is a specialist wine estate set in the naturally-formed amphitheatre between the Helderberg and Stellenbosch Mountain ranges.
This is a stunning Merlot, with just a drop of Cabernet Sauvignon. Dusty strawberry on the nose with notes of cinnamon. Elegant, clean palate of orange and dried herbs. Good natural acidity helps maintain a fresh elegance and long, juicy finish.
So vibrant, fragrant, so beguiling, and so utterly yummy, best served just chilled. Redcurrants, tiny strawberries, and perfectly ripe cherries, with raspberry coulis, soft spice and the most glorious perfume. A fruit bomb without being sweet or sickly, and with pitch perfect acidity, lots of marshmallow and soft leather notes.
Located in the top, southern-most corner of the Franschhoek Valley, in the embrace of its spectacular mountains, the 22 hectare Holden Manz Wine Estate is situated between the Franschhoek River and Stony Brook at 300 meters above sea level. An exclusive grower of red grapes, the Estate only cultivates its top 16 hectares under vineyards, notably Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Merlot.
The wine exudes aromas and flavours of black cherries, chocolate, coffee, and raisins, along with a note of almonds. Despite a formidable structure, the palate is velvety, spicy and elegant, with an extremely long and lingering finish.
Claude Marechal makes his wines as naturally as possible, his wines are pure and sleek with vibrant fruit and great potential to age. These wines are available in very limited quantities but are something you should definitely have in your cellar. No chemical fertilisers are used and the harvest is hand picked each vintage, Claude says he is usually the last in each appellation to pick which shows on the ripe fruited nature of his wines. Located in the villages of Bligny and Pommard, the sub-soil is essentially made up of gravel. The wine can be enjoyed young but will age beautifully for 5 to 10 years.
Layers of bramble and red berry fruit, with spicy, peppery aromas. Energetic and lightly rich palate that emphasises floral elements. The cool climate of the vineyards help to keep the ripeness of fruit in check, giving great freshness.
An approachable and elegant Pinot Noir, redcurrant, raspberry and cherry aromas.
This is really very good indeed, an instant hit! Incredibly well balanced. Full bodied but so, so easy to drink. Its kind of a bit Pinot Noiry but fuller, more voluptuous. Quaffable. This box is equivalent to 4 bottles and will stay fresh for a month after opening.
Ruby red with earthy colour notes. Elegant and complex in the nose with a good concentration of black fruit, thyme and rosemary with secondary aromas of leather and tobacco leaves. It is polished and rounded, making it pleasant and easy to drink, yet with elegance and power. It has a long and persistant finish, with touches of black fruit jam and liquorice.
The hugely popular Zensa Primitivo, now even better value, and with less packaging. This wine is just so easy to drink! Flavours of cherries, chocolate and rich fruit on the finish. Full-bodied but silky soft and delicious.
Limited to just 3,000 bottles, this is a red, still, Grand Cru Champagne from Bouzy. 100% Pinot Noir grapes grown in a selected plot, complex aromas, gentle earthiness and light tannins complement the red berry and cherry flavours with hints of leather and spice.
The Marco Abella family have been producing wines in the Priorat region since the 15th century. Marco Abella owns seven plots located on seven different mountains in the village of Porrera, Priorat. These are the highest plots of the Priorat region. The vineyards are managed with great care and respect for the environment, using the latest practices in organic farming.
Claude Marechal makes his wines as naturally as possible, taking his inspiration from his late friend Henri Jayer who he trained with early in his career. He makes wines above and beyond the expectations of his terroirs. His wines are pure and sleek with vibrant fruit and great potential to age. These wines are available in very limited quantities but are something you should definitely have in your cellar.
The Hoopes Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of fruit from a rich variety of sites which represent the complex tapestry of Napa terroir. Sublime balance, intense aromas and luscious textures that bring the diverse valley into harmony in a glass.
Flavours of strawberry jam, oak, creamy milk chocolate. Enjoy with a cheese plate.
Ripe and bold dark fruit, meaty and spicy notes, think Cornas/Hermitage style, smoky, steak tartare, black pepper, rounded tannin, long powerful finish.
This 8.5 hectare domaine was founded in 1920 by the great grandfather of Damien Livera, who currently runs the property. Prior to Damien taking over in 2007, the grapes (from old vines planted in the 50s and 60s) were sold to the large Beaune negociants. However, since 2007, there has been a total regeneration of the domaine – low yields, a strict form of lutte raisonée, no herbicides, manual working of the soils and a total upgrading of the vineyards and a new winery – and a resultant quantum leap in quality.
Very thin topsoils, straight into limestone bedrock gives great tension and minerality. 50% of the vines were planted in 1950 and 50% in 1970. 40% new oak, meaty and plush with flavours of black fruits and licorice.
This is an outstanding wine and a true classic. Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe has been run by the Brunier family since 1891. The estate’s vineyards are situated on the famous “Plateau de la Crau”, the stony terrace where there is nothing but “galets roulés”, or rounded stones, as far as the eye can see. This special terroir imparts a highly distinctive minerality to the wines. Vieux Télégraphe is made from predominantly three grape varieties, Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre plus Cinsault and Clairette.
The blending is done at the end of June after which the wine is matured in large foudres for 20 months. The red wines are bottled unfined and unfiltered and display tremendous concentration and intense flavours of dark cherry and “garrigue”. The best vintages will age for 20 years and more.
A pure and silky wine which could comfortably sit alongside some of the greats from Burgundy. Powerful, yet elegant.
