We had another full house on Friday, 7th February as intrepid visitors sought refuge from the crazy weather in our cellars. A geat evening to explore some rich, red wines, all of which are currently offered at a bargain price in our Fabulous Famous February Sale..!
2007 Finca La Estacada 18 Months Oak Aged Spain
A wine produced from four different varieties. The Tempranillo variety is the one that predominates, showing the winery’s passion for this grape, combined with traditional Bordeaux varieties, Cabernet and Merlot, the great mistresses of worldwide viticulture and finally Syrah is introduced. To complete the picture – a beautifully balanced wine at an exceptional price.
On the nose: Cinnamon, red fruits and liquorice.
On the palate: plums, dates, full mou
th feel, balanced tannin, vanilla smoothness.
Absolute bargain, now at £9.23, saving 10%
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2010 Willunga McLaren Vale Grenache Australia
Grape Variety: 100% Grenache. Sandy soils provide lifted aromatics while darker soils including `Terra Rossa` types contribute to rich, bold tannins. A combination of open fermenters and stainless steel pump-over tanks were used. Timely pressing, ensured good quality of flavour and the favourable drying, sandy tannin structure. The wine is matured in older French oak, to add complexity and mid palate richness.
On the nose:Leather, sweet spice, eucalyptus notes.
On the palate: Raspberry, loganberry, black cherry, mocha, some oakiness.
Long finish
£8.99, saving 10%
Los Haroldos Malbec 2011
Bodega Los Haroldos is an independant winery owned by the Falesco family who have over 70 years experience in making fine wines. Located in Mendoza, Argentinas principle wine region, Los Haroldos has a range of fresh, fruity wines which offer a superb price/quality relationship.
Chocolate, coffee, tobacco, cedar wood, black fruits, plums. Big mouth feel, long finish unoaked, elegant!
Wines from this producer have proven very popular with our customers, so much so, that we’ve SOLD OUT – more arriving soon…
2011 Fairview Pinotage Paarl South Africa
Pinotage is a classic South African variety and originates from a 1925 cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault (known as Hermitage in South Africa). The Fairview Pinotage was primarily harvested from bush vines in Malmesbury and Agter-Paarl, some of which are over 25 years old. These older vineyards are dry farmed and the vines grow on deep soils. This is supplemented by fruit from an irrigated, younger, trellised vineyard at Fairview
Smoky, savoury, rubber & Tar, soft tannins, big & juicy, cries out for BBQ, caramelised meat, pork. Delightfully rich
£9.45, saving 10%
2010 Willunga 100 McLaren Vale Cabernet Shiraz Australia
“Polished and expressive with an appealing red berry glint to the mix of blueberry and spice flavours, finishing gently but persistently. Drink now through to 2018.”
90 Points Wine Spectator, 31 July 2013
We’d endorse that, adding fragrant herbs on the nose, mint & eucalyptus, blackcurrant & pepper 70/30 blend of Cabernet & Shiraz works very well, balancing fruit & tannin to produce a well-structured wine. Works beautifully with tangy, earthy cheeses
£9.45, saving 10%
2010 Beneventano Aglianico Vesevo Campania Italy
The vineyards for this wine are located in the Irpinian hills of Campania, one of Italy’s most exciting wine producing areas – After destemming and crushing, maceration took place for 20 days at a temperature of up to 26°C. Fermentation followed and then 10% of the wine was aged in American oak barriques and the rest in temperature controlled stainless steel for 10 months.
Black cherry Black Forest Gateau on the nose! ocha, Leather, vanilla
Full mouth feel, Long warm finish
£9.99, saving 10%
Our next wine tasting (Irresistible Italians, March 7th) is now sold out.
The following month’s event is:
It’s all about Chardonnay. 7pm Friday 4th April
Some great wines to taste, including some of our own award-winning favourites:
Champagne Palmer Blanc des Blancs 2006
L’artista Chardonnay 2012 Chile
Terrazas Chardonnay 2011
Chablis Cotes de Lechet Premier Cru Bernard Defaix 2010
Montagny Michel Andreotti Premier Cru 2011
Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2011
Tickets £20, for more info. contact James Baker on 01384 394518
2010 Willunga 100 McLaren Vale Cabernet Shiraz Australia
“Polished and expressive with an appealing red berry glint to the mix of blueberry and spice flavours, finishing gently but persistently. Drink now through to 2018.”
90 Points Wine Spectator, 31 July 2013
We’d endorse that, adding fragrant herbs on the nose, mint & eucalyptus, blackcurrant & pepper 70/30 blend of Cabernet & Shiraz works very well, balancing fruit & tannin to produce a well-structured wine. Works beautifully with tangy, earthy cheeses.
£9.45 Saving 10%
2010 Beneventano Aglianico Vesevo Campania Italy
The vineyards for this wine are located in the Irpinian hills of Campania, one of Italy’s most exciting wine producing areas – After destemming and crushing, maceration took place for 20 days at a temperature of up to 26°C. Fermentation followed and then 10% of the wine was aged in American oak barriques and the rest in temperature controlled stainless steel for 10 months.
Black cherry Black Forest Gateau on the nose! Mocha, Leather, vanilla
Full mouth feel, Long, warm finish
£9.99, saving 10%