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DSM – Vin d’Altitude Cotes du Roussillon Villages
For yet another taste of regional Languedoc-Roussillon here’s yet another excellent example from Jeff Carrel and his mate Sebastien Calduch. A grand blend on Carignan, Syrah , Grenache and Lledoner Pelut (?!) Rich, spicy and oozing character.
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Big & Robust Reds
France
2017
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Giravolta Primitivo di Manduria
Based on the huge popularity of “Fellone” I thought we should have a closer look at the Primitivo grape. Here’s one of four more, each with a distinct “terroir”. What’s the Italian for “terroir”, I wonder? This one is distinctive due to the calcareous white soil of the vineyards. Aged for nine months in French oak.
PrimitivoBig & Robust RedsItaly2016
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Domaine des Nymphes Vin Doux Naturel (VDN) Rasteau, Hors d’Age
A new find from a stylish property in the Rhone Valley. Full tasting notes to follow…..
White BlendsDessert Wines/PortFrance50 cl14%+£18.50
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“Zinfandel” Primitivo di Manduria from Felline
With the huge success of Fellone, I decided that Primitivo needed a closer inspection, so here’s one of four new ones, all from Felline down in the south of Italy.This one is a slight variation, being styled “Zinfandel Californiano”. That’s what they call it over there but is a strain of Primitivo all the same. Terroir is Mandurian black soil and the 15% wine was aged for six months in French and American oak.
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Muscat de Beaumes de Venise
A new find from a stylish property in the Rhone Valley. This is a deliciously grapey, muscatty, warming pud wine. Perfect for having around at Christmas, but personally,I’d have a bottle permanently in the fridge all year round.
Other Single Varietal WhiteDessert Wines/PortFrance2016750 ml14%+£19.50
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Rioja Martinez Alesanco “Eco” Organic
So much to say! Tim Atkin gives it 90/100. “The 2016 vintage marks the second coupage, or blending, of this organic Tempranillo with 14% Garnacha Tinta, sourced from two plots facing each other at 650 meters in the small village of Badarán. Predominantly fruit with a touch of wood. It is refreshing, juicy, with fine tannins and red and black fruits.”
It’s an oaky Crianza, needs no more aging.
Red BlendsSoft & Smooth RedsSpain2016750 ml14%+
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One day I will be an icon – by Jeff Carrel
A Gold-Medal winner from Jeff Carrel. This is Jeff’s best go at a Syrah and I’m sure it will be recognised as the iconic wine he hopes it to be one day. It is rich and chocolatey with deep but not agressive tannins,
Shiraz/SyrahRich & Fruity RedsFrance2020750 ml14%+£19.50
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Château d’Or et de Gueules ‘Castel Nou’ Grenache
One of Diane’s 100% varietal wines showcasing the best of the local varieties. Made from 100% Grenache grapes from very old vines and aged in barrels for eight months. It’s difficult to find new words for a new wine from Diane as they are all just so good! This is no exception; rich with fruit and depth of colour, and a house-style 14.5% completes its elegant balance. Drink now to 2028.
Other Single Varietal RedBig & Robust RedsFrance2019750 ml14%+£19.95
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Domaine de la Pigeade Vacqueyras Red
The southern Rhone allows the best of its different terroirs their own Appellations such as Chateauneuf du Pape, Gigondas …..and Vacqueyras. This red blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre has spent nine months in oak barrels and is a powerful example of the best of the area. Rich, silky and complex red wine with good tannins. Great with a rich foods.
Red BlendsBig & Robust RedsFrance2015750 ml14%+£19.95
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Ridgeback Estate Shiraz
This stunner from Ridgeback is just what your Barossa Valley lover will drool over. Platters Four Stars.
Shiraz/SyrahOakey RedsSouth Africa2014750 ml14%+£22.00
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Abbotts & Delaunay “Cumulo Nimbus” Minervois
A blend of Syrah, Carignan and Grenache which really showcases one of the Languedoc’s fine range of regional appellations. 40% of the handpicked grapes are aged in oak following fermentation. The result is a fat, structured red but it’s not “in your face” it’s really very nicely balanced.
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Rioja Florentino Martinez Maturana Tinta
You spend a lifetime in the wine trade never having heard of Maturana Tinta and then two turn up at once! This time a younger version and we allowed dark chocolate to dissolve on our tongues whilst sipping this…delicious!
Other Single Varietal RedRich & Fruity RedsSpain2020750 ml14%+£23.00
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