Chateau Crozes de Pys (Cahors ) 2011 9.95
Long before Argentinian malbecs came on the scene Cahors, just south of the Dordogne Valley, was producing massive, austere wines from the Malbec grape .... the legendary "black wines". Todays wines show much more fruit, are well rounded and beautifully balanced. This beautiful, oak-aged example from "de Pys" shows lovely red berry fruits and a touch of oaky spice.
Seen elsewhere at £15.95.!!!!!!!!
Long before Argentinian malbecs came on the scene Cahors, just south of the Dordogne Valley, was producing massive, austere wines from the Malbec grape .... the legendary "black wines". Todays wines show much more fruit, are well rounded and beautifully balanced. This beautiful, oak-aged example from "de Pys" shows lovely red berry fruits and a touch of oaky spice.
Seen elsewhere at £15.95.!!!!!!!!
Les Coteaux Cotes du Rhone Villages 2015/6 ORGANIC VV 10.85
Gorgeous old school red produced from 85% Grenach eand 15% Syrah. Deep, dark flavours with concentrated layer upon layer of primary red fruit refined by smooth oaky subtleties and notes of licorice. Long finish in which the intensity of the vintage shines through.
Gold medal at the Sommelier Wine Awards and House Wine on the Orient Express.
Seen elsewhere at £11.95
Gold medal at the Sommelier Wine Awards and House Wine on the Orient Express.
Seen elsewhere at £11.95
Dom. Chante Cigale "Cicada" 2014 10.65
Absolutely gorgeous, uncomplicated, fruit-forward, lighter style of red from the famous Chante Cigale
Estate in the Southern Rhone. Produced from 80% Grenache grapes which offer vibrant raspberry and cherry
fruit, and 20% oak aged Carignan which adds gentle tannins, body and soul.
Seen in a Manchester independent at £12.50.
Absolutely gorgeous, uncomplicated, fruit-forward, lighter style of red from the famous Chante Cigale
Estate in the Southern Rhone. Produced from 80% Grenache grapes which offer vibrant raspberry and cherry
fruit, and 20% oak aged Carignan which adds gentle tannins, body and soul.
Seen in a Manchester independent at £12.50.
Fleurie La Madonne, "La Reine de l' Arenite" 2016 VV 12.75
The mother of all Beaujolais, the Queen of Arenite!!! ( Arenite being the crumbly, pink sandstone which underlies the vineyard)
Pretty, floral, elegant and aromatic. A heady perfume of freshly picked flowers drift above the crushed berry fruit nose.
Lovely fresh summer fruit with a hint of Morello cherries and a finish of bitter dark chocolate . Gorgeous.
The mother of all Beaujolais, the Queen of Arenite!!! ( Arenite being the crumbly, pink sandstone which underlies the vineyard)
Pretty, floral, elegant and aromatic. A heady perfume of freshly picked flowers drift above the crushed berry fruit nose.
Lovely fresh summer fruit with a hint of Morello cherries and a finish of bitter dark chocolate . Gorgeous.
"La Cote Savage" Cairanne Cotes du Rhone Villages 2012 VV 15.35 Fabulous oak-aged Boutinot red from the village of Cairanne. Produced from the classic Rhone blend of Grenache Noir,
Syrah, Carignan and Mourvedre. A rich, savoury and meaty mouthfull with a touch of sweet spice on the nose, ripe berry, liquorice, summer pudding and a hint of cinnamon on the palate. Drinking beautifully now and will continue to improve for the next 5 years.
To see how this fabulous wine is made, highlight the link, click on it then select Go to
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKl9uIGF_04
Syrah, Carignan and Mourvedre. A rich, savoury and meaty mouthfull with a touch of sweet spice on the nose, ripe berry, liquorice, summer pudding and a hint of cinnamon on the palate. Drinking beautifully now and will continue to improve for the next 5 years.
To see how this fabulous wine is made, highlight the link, click on it then select Go to
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKl9uIGF_04
'Les Coteaux Schisteux', Séguret Côtes du Rhône Villages 2014 VV 15.95
Produced almost entirely from hand-picked grenache grapes, with a touch of syrah, on the
stony terraces high above the village of Seguret. Plush, rich and opulent, with layers of exotic spice, cracked black pepper underlined with vanilla. vanillin. Polished and smooth but steeped in depth and texture as the flavours swirl around and linger. Bronze medal at the International Wine and Spirits Challenge.
Produced almost entirely from hand-picked grenache grapes, with a touch of syrah, on the
stony terraces high above the village of Seguret. Plush, rich and opulent, with layers of exotic spice, cracked black pepper underlined with vanilla. vanillin. Polished and smooth but steeped in depth and texture as the flavours swirl around and linger. Bronze medal at the International Wine and Spirits Challenge.
Chateau Pineraie 2010 (Cahors) V 14.50
Produced by the 5th generation of the Burc family from a blend of 85% Auxerois (Malbec) and 50% Merlot.
Deep, earthy nose whilst the palate shows plum, blackberry and lots of spice. Vanilla, soft oak and a potpourri
of herbs add character and complexity, which is balanced by gentle tannins. Very much a food wine which goes
great with hearty casseroles. Bronze medal at the International Wine Challenge
Produced by the 5th generation of the Burc family from a blend of 85% Auxerois (Malbec) and 50% Merlot.
Deep, earthy nose whilst the palate shows plum, blackberry and lots of spice. Vanilla, soft oak and a potpourri
of herbs add character and complexity, which is balanced by gentle tannins. Very much a food wine which goes
great with hearty casseroles. Bronze medal at the International Wine Challenge
Château Milon 'Cuvée Caprice', Saint-Émilion 2016 V V 16.75
Exceptional value right bank Bordeaux produced by the Bouyer family from 100% merlot grapes and aged in French oak barriques for 8-10months. Intense warm spiced fruit on the nose. A proper claret with rich plummy fruit throughout.
This is quite a full-bodied, food-friendly claret with a fresh, structured finish and gentle tannins..
Works with a range of dishes, from classic ros bif, game and lamb roasts or stews right through to well aged farmhouse Cheddar.
Exceptional value right bank Bordeaux produced by the Bouyer family from 100% merlot grapes and aged in French oak barriques for 8-10months. Intense warm spiced fruit on the nose. A proper claret with rich plummy fruit throughout.
This is quite a full-bodied, food-friendly claret with a fresh, structured finish and gentle tannins..
Works with a range of dishes, from classic ros bif, game and lamb roasts or stews right through to well aged farmhouse Cheddar.
Arc du Rhone Gigondas 2014 VV 17.50
Produced from a blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre grapes in the Southern Rhone village of Gigondas
then oak aged for 14 months. This is full-flavoured with notes of rich bramble fruit and a twist of peppery spice. With bottle age the wine will develop further complexity The perfect accompaniment to game, roasted beef, or hard cheeses especially mature Cheddar (but don't mention that to the French)
then oak aged for 14 months. This is full-flavoured with notes of rich bramble fruit and a twist of peppery spice. With bottle age the wine will develop further complexity The perfect accompaniment to game, roasted beef, or hard cheeses especially mature Cheddar (but don't mention that to the French)
Chateau Loudenne 2009 (Medoc Cru Bourgeoisie) 20.00
.Warm, ripe and fresh claret produced from a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes.
Good body and plenty of blackcurrant fruit. Gently oaked with notes of cedar which integrate beautifully
with the depth of fruit. Will drink beautifully for another 4/5 years.
Silver medal winner at the Decanter World Wine Awards.
Seen in a Manchester independent at £23.50.
Good body and plenty of blackcurrant fruit. Gently oaked with notes of cedar which integrate beautifully
with the depth of fruit. Will drink beautifully for another 4/5 years.
Silver medal winner at the Decanter World Wine Awards.
Seen in a Manchester independent at £23.50.
Grand Vin de Chateau Bernadotte 2009 (Haut Medoc) 21.00
Opulent, fleshy, medium-bodied claret produced mainly from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes with a touch of Petit Verdot to enhance the aroma. Fruity, chunky wine that has firm tannins and upfront cassis and plum fruit. Plenty of concentrated, forward, classic Medoc flavours. Everything a top claret should be.
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Domaine Chante Cigale Chateauneuf du Pape 2013 VV 27.50
The multi-award-winning Domaine Chante Cigale has been owned and operated by the Sabon Favier family for generations. This is a traditional Châteauneuf-du-Pape in which complexity, richness and elegance combine. Peppery, leathery nose whilst the the palate is dry with spices, more pepper and a hint of vanilla before a delicious, firm finish.
Seen elsewhere at £27.75
Seen elsewhere at £27.75
