Amber colour with olive green
hues. The nose has hints of
toffee and coffee with raisins
and mandarin peel. Unique and
delicious flavours of rich raisin
and dried date fruit with hints of
citrus peel and caramel flavours.
Concentrated and viscous with
lingering aged complexity. The wine is aged in barrels for over 10 years.Suggested Cuisine
Enjoy with Christmas pudding or
sticky date pudding. Try poured
over vanilla ice cream or with a
cheese platter after dinner.
General Characteristics
Sweet / Medium bodied. Winemaking: When the botrytised Semillon grapes
are being harvested for Noble One,
a parcel of fruit at approx 20-22
baume is selected to produce the
Black Noble intense and ripe botrytis
flavours. Very little fermentation
occurs before fortification with a
neutral grape spirit is added to
inhibit any further fermentation.
Black Noble is then clarified, a touch
of brandy spirit added for further
complexity before being transferred
into used Noble One barriques.
Cellaring: The wine has been aged in
barrel and is designed for current
consumption but will keep in the
bottle for several years. So far Black Noble has won over 60 awards and medals in various wine competitions.
A deep golden brown colour with honey and raisins on the nose, rich and full bodied and soft textured; a great after dinner drink.Made from grapes grown about 200 metres on the north of the island of Madeira.It is a superb accompaniment to desserts, especially cakes, fruit, chocolate puddings and soft cheeses.It is ready for drinking and once opened will keep for several months.
The deeply coloured skins of old-vine Bobal grapes give this wine its intensity and soft tannins whilst the Syrah fleshes out the body with ripe black fruit characters.Suitable for vegansSuitable for vegetariansFrom vineyards on the highlands near the 'Grand Canyon' of the river Gabriel in Eastern Spain, rebel winemaker Inma Pérez blends select batches to create this rich and intense wine from Bobal and Syrah grapes.Multi award winning: 2021 Decanter Bronze (2019 Vintage), 2021 IWSC Bronze (2019 Vintage), 2020 IWC Bronze
A pretty, translucent ruby colour with earthy, strawberry fruit and a light pepperyness on the nose.
Mouthwatering acidity balances the moderate gentle ripe tannins and elegant, pure, somewhat savoury
red fruit.
Serve with a traditionally Coq au Vin. Roast chicken or young game birds and equally good with pasta
bakes or wild mushroom linguineSuitable for vegansSuitable for vegetariansThe grapes come into the winery as whole bunches because the Vallets believe that destalked wines
lose their colour too quickly. The first 10cm of each barrel is filled with grapes which are crushed by
foot, the barrel is then topped up with whole bunches and fermentation starts naturally after 2-3 days.
Since yeasts are an expression of the individual vintage and vineyard, no artificial yeasts are used. 3-4
times a day the pulp is trodden by foot to further extract colour and flavour. The wines are left in open
top fermenters until the cap sinks then decanted into 20-30% well-toasted new oak (a small percentage
compared to most). After 15-20 months the wine is racked, blended and lightly fined. Wines are not
filtered but checked by candlelight, then bottled directly from barrel by hand on a cask by cask basis.
A medium bodied and well-balanced wine with a smooth entry, layered with soft fruit and an underlying touch of oak.Try with red meat dishes such as roast lamb, stews, grilled meat and robust pasta dishes.
Reduced to clear.A medium bodied wine with lots of fruit flavours and soft fine tannins. The wine is full flavoured and round with lots of cassis, dark plum and a hint of cigar box.Try with duck, beef or lamb.
An easy drinking and fruity wine from the South of France. Exciting red fruits on the nose that carry through to the palate which is juicy and smooth with notes of blackberry and bramble fruit.Great will full flavoured red meat dishes.Suitable for vegetarians.Suitable for vegans.Les Vignobles Foncalieu are a strong cooperative with some 650 winegrowers who have 4000 hectares of vines between them. They based in the heart of the Languedoc and they are focused on making quality wines.
This juicy wine has a beautiful cherry red colour. The nose shows an abundance of intense red berry fruit and hints of vanilla flavours. The palate is soft, full flavoured with a smooth easy drinking finish.Suitable for vegetarians and vegansGreat with casseroles and roast beef
Refreshing and fruity rosé, bursting with aromas of strawberries and raspberries. On the palate the
wine is soft and fruity with a light spritz. Nice fresh acidity and a touch of sweetness on the finish.
Drink by itself well chilled or with seafood, hors d'oeuvres, simple salads, and spicy food such as Thai,
Indian or Chinese.The grapes are sourced from selected growers in central and southern regions, where moderately old
vines are tended traditionally in clay and sandy soils. Grapes are briefly macerated on the skins to
obtain a touch of colour then gently pressed pneumatically. Cool fermentation in stainless steel vats
controlled at 16 degrees. The wine is cold stabilised in tank for a brief period before bottling young.Suitable for vegans.Suitable for vegetarians.
Smooth and refined with an underlying twist of freshness and supple, soft, ripe, fruit flavours on the palate, finishing with a squeeze of pithy citrus and candied pineapple.FOOD MATCHBest served chilled. Fantastic both with and without food - try it with creamy pasta verde!In the south-west of France, Gascony has emerged as a specialist producer of fresh white wines which offer finesse and charm. A mixture of silt, sand and alluvial deposits help the soil to drain - ideal conditions for a healthy crop.
Bright yellow with hints of green. Hazelnuts, green fruit and wheat on the nose leading to a soft, delicate, aromatic wine.Serve as a starter or with a cold buffet.
An intense purplish red coloured wine with deep aromatic notes of juicy plum, fresh violets and roses and a hint of cedar. In the mouth, it is medium bodied and round in texture with plush, raspberry, vanilla and violet notes. This leads to soft tannins and a persistent finish. The grapes are hand picked and the wine is aged in French oak for 6 months.Try with red meats, raw ham, medium cheeses, grilled meats, pork and grilled chicken.Highly Recommended 91 points Decanter Magazine October Edition 2021.
Dark ruby red with a crimson hue. Blackberry and blackcurrant aromas with subtle mint and smoke notes. Rich blackberry and plum palate, complemented by a moderate acidity, soft tannins and a silky finish.Harvested in the cooler night and once fermented, the juice is racked into new French and American oak barrels for 6 months.Drink with buttered parmesan crostini, Calabrese pizza, chicken with garden vegetables.
Deep red in colour with intense aromas of cherries, blueberries, and a bit of black pepper. The palate is smooth and silky with good structure and along and pleasing finish.This Merlot is perfect as an aperitif as well as with red meats and pastas with sauce.Suitable for vegansSuitable for vegetarians
Vibrant red with garnet edges. This Merlot is full of ripe plum and berries. The palate is soft and rounded and full of juicy red fruit, spicy undertones and gentle tannin with just a touch of oak.The wine is full bodied with intense flavour.Goes well with red meats, T bone steaks, stews and lamb shanks.De Bortoli are a family run winery established in 1928.
This wine is a beautiful deep and vibrant red colour, with purple
hues on the rim. On the nose, it shows elegant ripe red plum and
cherry notes. The palate is very well structured, with soft tannins
and a delicate, fruity finish.Suitable for vegetariansSuitable for vegansMolino Loco is made by the Castaño family in Yecla and takes its
name from the windmill ('molino') that sits on the edge of the
vineyards where they produce their fruit. In contrast to other
windmills, which turn in windy conditions, this particular windmill is
"loco", the Spanish for crazy, as it turns only on calm, still days.
VINEYARDS
The vineyards are located at an altitude of 500 metres above sea
level. They are dry-farmed and the clay soil is poor, meaning that
the roots of the vines grow deep into the earth in their search for
minerals and nutrients. This helps to ensure healthy, ripe, full of
flavour grapes. The Monastrell vineyards are over 18 years old,
while the Syrah vines are slightly younger, averaging around 15
years.
VINIFICATION
The grapes were gently crushed before being fermented and
macerated on their skins for 10 days at a controlled temperature
of 24-26ºC in stainless-steel tanks. After fermentation the wine was
aged very briefly in oak to round out the tannins. The delicate
grape processing preserved the natural fruit purity and freshness
that is so typical of the Molino Loco style.
A delicious, sweet and gently sparkling wine with delicate aromas of honey, flowers and fresh grapes. On the palate the wine reveals ripe apricot, grape notes and a soft mousse. Delightful refreshing acidity on the finish to balance the sweetness.Drink well chilled as an aperitif or with fresh fruit salad.Suitable for vegetariansSuitable for vegans
Classic tawny colour with streaks
of amber. An array of aromas
are on display with dark raisined
fruits, mocha, hints of vanillin oak
and nutty aged barrel characters.
Initially luscious, nuances of mocha
and coffee have integrated over
time, barrel aged flavours in
harmony resulting in a smooth,
lingering drying finish.General Characteristics Sweet / Medium bodied.
Suggested Cuisine
Tawnys are a traditional after
dinner wine that can be savoured
with a platter of cheeses or a rich
fruit or chocolate dessert. Wine making: Fruit is allowed to stay on the vine
until very sweet and an intense
concentration of flavours has
developed. After crushing and
partial fermentation to retain some
sweetness, the wine is pressed and
then fortified with a neutral spirit
prior to maturation in small and large
format oak casks.
Cellaring: With an average age of 21 years,
Old Boys Barrel Aged Tawny can be
cellared for extended maturation in
bottle but is blended to be enjoyed
on opening at any time.
Soft and refreshing with notes of lemon and subtle white blossom on the palate.Drink chilled on its own or with white meats or fish.Suitable for vegansSuitable for vegetarians
This soft succulent California Pinot shows ripe fruit flavours with a delicate mouthfeel. A swirl reveals aromas of dried red currants with hints of ripe cranberry, spicy cloves and vanilla. On the palate a refreshing touch of acidity is carried by racy flavours of pomegranates and black plums, while soft tannins on the finish are complimented by flavours reminiscent of grilled strawberries.Drink with grilled salmon steaks or spicy chicken. Recommended in Decanter Magazine February Edition 2021.
Bright, fruity aromas and appealing cherry and damson characters on the palate. This is light and easy
drinking with soft tannins and a juicy finish.A good match for classic Italian tomato-based dishes - pizza and pasta.Suitable for vegans.Suitable for vegetarians.
The name Los Cardos comes from the thistle: the sign of a good harvest.
This wine represents just that, a fantastic example of Sauvignon Blanc from
Mendoza in Argentina. With understated elegance, citrus-fruit aromas are most
prominent on the nose; a wonderful mineral edge lends structure and balance.
Lively and refreshing, this is immensely appealing, whether as an apéritif or
served with seafood, vegetable or lighter chicken dishes.The grapes are hand-picked early in the morning - thus avoiding oxidation -
during the third week of February. Then they are cooled and softly pressed. A
pellicular maceration is performed to transfer the varietal character from the
skin to the must.Serve with: Fish, shellfish, sushi, salads, pastas with soft sauces, citric, desserts.Suitable for vegansSuitable for vegetarians
Nut brown colour with a slight green hue. Intense aromas of raisin, fig and spice with underlying floral notes. A rich and luscious palate exploding with rich Muscat flavours of raisins, figs, dates, toffee and caramel. Sweetness balanced with some vanillin oak notes make for a lovely lingering finish.This Muscat has been aged in barrel and is designed to enjoy as soon as opened. It will also keep for several more years in bottle.Fruit is left on the vines to become very ripe before harvesting at 16-18 baume. Once harvested the fruit is crushed, partially fermented then fortified on skins to further extract the floral and aromatic flavours from the fruit. The wine is pressed off skins and then transferred to barrels for maturation.Suggested Cuisine: Chocolate and dark fruit based
desserts, or enjoy a glass after a
meal with a platter of cheeses,
dried fruit and nuts.
A fruity, easy-drinking, versatile red from La Mancha, south of Madrid. Bright cherry and red fruits flavours with a soft rounded finish.The grapes are sourced from a mixture of trellised and bush vines in the Manzanares district of La Mancha- renowned for it’s limestone soils. Good with Charcuterie, red meats and stewsSuitable for VegetariansSuitable for Vegans
A delicious off dry style of Chenin Blanc with stony minerality, fresh walnuts and a hint of lime. The palate is honeyed with apple, ginger and a clean mineral finish. The sweetness is perfectly integrated and balanced, resulting in a refreshing wine with good length.Food recommendations: Fantastic with goats cheese salad, honey roast ham, chicken cooked in any way, or almost any dish.Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
The hue of the medium dark purple Zinfandel, displays all the attractive qualities of a young wine. Pleasant ripe red currants and fresh strawberry immediately come to mind followed by caramelised sugar and toast. The savouriness of bright red fruits are enveloped in the succulent juicy wine which possesses soft, supple tannins.Serve with full flavoured meat dishes such as spare ribs or beef brisket or with tomato based pasta dishes. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
This wine has a deep amber colour with copper hues, smooth aromas of hazelnuts and vanilla notes. Smooth as silk, with flavours of honey, chocolate and toffee, balanced by refreshing acidity leading to an elegant finish.The perfect Port as an aperitif or when indulging in desserts or dark chocolate and dried fruits.
This 40 Year Old is a remarkable Tawny Port blend that captivates the tasting through its powerful and complex nuttiness aromas in harmony with spicy notes, warm roasted coffee and cinnamon hints from the long contact with oak wood during the ageing process. On the palate, an array of flavours flourishes, mainly toasted nuts and chocolate. The 40 Year Old is an intense and complex port with a mellow and spicy aftertaste.The Port is an excellent aperitif or an accompaniment to almond pie of dark chocolate.