tule rosso | cantine rallo
nero d’avola
sicily, italy | 2022
Organically grown grapes undergo a short maceration period of 1 week, with mixture of 40% whole bunches and 60% destemmed grapes. Wild yeast are used and there is no addition of sulphur, no fining and no filtration.Aged in stainless steel vats for 6 months and then wooden barrels for a further 5 months. Undergoes malolactic fermentation. Neither fined nor filtered.
Classic Nero d’Avola flavours of dark, roasted fruits of black cherries, red and dark plums, with liquorice, hints of coffee and bitter chocolate
monopolio | cantina di gambeteara
merlot
veneto, italy | 2022
This wine is a bright ruby red in colour, opening with an elegant and complex nose of ripe red berries. On the palate, it is velvety, round and full-bodied. This wine goes well with beef, lamb and meat pasta dishes.
Gre2 | Bodega c. humilladero
Granacha
Madrid, spain | 2019
a lovely floral nose, red fruits and gentle saltiness with a mineral kick. a wine that faithfully reflects where its from - the gredos mountains, 45 minutes west of madrid, climatologically this is where the mediterranean meets the atlantic. hot summers, cool nights and very cold winters make this a really interesting micro-climate, surrounded by rivers, valleys and mountains
It is medium-bodied, with remarkable purity and vibrancy, it still has ample power and richness. Much lighter than you might expect and almost Pinot Noir like. This is a fabulous expression of Garnacha
salamander rouge | chateau saint-cargues
syrah
Rhône Valley, France 2022
A juicy and spicy 100% Syrah, de-stemmed, 3 week macerated and aged for two weeks on lees in concrete after native yeast fermentation. This natural French red from the Rhône Valley is typically peppery.
A purple-red in colour. Notes of black cherries, black pepper and smoke on the nose. Full-bodied and ripe on the palate with a bright acidity and medium tannins leading to a juicy finish. Try with duck breast with a beetroot risotto, venison bourguignon or braised rabbit.
En Vaso manchuela bobal | Cien y picos
bobal
of Castila-La-Mancha, Spain | 2021
100% Bobal sourced from vineyards at 1,000 metres above sea level. With only 300mm of rain per year, the plateau is extremely dry; the deep-rooted old vines thrive in the low vigour soils of rich sedimentary red sand and clay. The grapes are fermented on their skins for 12 days. The wine is aged in 225 litre barriques for 6 months.
The name Cien y Pico means "Hundred and something" and refers to the age of the ancient vines from which these wines are made.
Tasting notes: A vibrant nose which shows abundant fruit, along with chocolate and earthy notes. Blackberries, blackcurrant and cinnamon spice, along with cocoa and mulberry on the palate. It is soft with juicy tannins, and an uplifting fresh fruit finish
Lz rioja | laganza
Tempranillo - Graciano - Garnacha
rioja, spain | 2021
Vibe: Classic, Riper
From the stable of Telmo Rodríguez, LZ is an extremely aromatic, floral Rioja with svelte tannins and beautiful balance. Good whack of fruit too.
Barbera Saint andrea | Marina Coppi
barbera - croatina
Piedmont, Italy | 2021
90% Barbera, 10% Croatina. Bright ruby-red in colour. The bouquet has good intensity with hints of cherry and wild strawberries which follow on to the finish. The wine is complex, rounded and supple with a delicious fresh fruit character.
neverland cabernet sauvignon | field recordings
Cabernet Sauvignon
california, usa | 2020
made following natural winemaking techniques and minimal intervention: only natural yeast is used, little to no sulphur is added and they are left unfined and unfiltered.
Tasting wise, expect a pleasant waves of dark cherries, blackberries, milk chocolate, all spice, blackcurrant, smoke, vanilla and a touch of a salty savouriness. It’s lighter than expected, bright and vibrant.
la bruja de rozas | comando g
garnacha
spain | 2021
from 60-90 year old Garnacha vines situated on granite soil at an altitude of between 900 and 1,000 metres, at all stages the process follows biodynamic principles. La Bruja de Rozas ('The Witch of Rozas') grapes are fermented and aged separately in wooden vats, using native yeasts and gentle maceration processes. Ageing takes place in French oak.
Elegant and fresh, this organic wine would make for great summer red.A vibrant cherry-red in colour. Scents of violets, balsamic herbs and sweet spices. On the palate, medium-bodied with beautifully balanced tannins and a fine thread of acidity. There is a pronounced mineral backbone to the wine and the finish has a touch of spice
saint aubin 1er cru roug | patrick moilaine
pinot noir
burgundy,france | 2021
The grapes for this particular red come from 50 year old vines grown on the south-facing 'Les Perrieres' plot which is situated to the rear of the estate. After a lengthy fermentation the wine is aged in oak barrels for 3 years.
A dark ruby in colour. A nose of raspberry, liquorice and earth. On the palate, rich and generous with defined tannins and a ripe acidity leading to a lingering finish. Drink with roast venison, beetroot and goat's cheese salad or a chunk of Epoisses cheese.
if then red | donkey & goat
Merlot - Syrah - Grenache - Gamay - Pinot Meunier Pinot Noir - Carignan
california, usa | 2021
TThis is a well-balanced, well-rounded and easy-drinking red blend. Fine-grained tannins and lively acidity make the palate fun and approachable. Find uplifted fruits and florals with notes of ripe red and black cherry, red and black plum, chocolate, vanilla, red rose petals and damp forest floor
barolo ‘albe’ | g. d. vajra
nebbiolo
Piedmont, italy | 2019
Made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, which are handpicked and aged for 30 months in oak barrels, this wine has a deep garnet in color with hints of brick and it offers a complex bouquet of dark cherry, tobacco, and violet, leading to a rich and structured palate with firm tannins and notes of blackcurrant, leather, and spice.
Perfectly balanced and full-bodied, this wine is a true reflection of the elegance and finesse of Barolo wines. Aged for 18 months in the bottle before release, it has a long finish and a great aging potential
On the nose, there are aromas of redcurrant, cherries, cooked strawberries alongside herbal notes of mint, rosehip, rhubarb, lavender and liquorice. On the palate, it is generous, layered and youthful with ripe tannins and a smooth finish.