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Verdeca Salento
£11.75 – £70.50750ml Bottles
Verdeca is a relatively rare white wine grape variety from southern Italy, now found almost exclusively in the Taranto and Bari provinces of central Puglia (it is easily confused with the similarly named Verdea, an equally rare variety from Tuscany). While it is typically used as a blending grape there are a handful of modern producers who are experimenting with varietal Verdeca wines in order to raise its profile – generally speaking, it is difficult to make a great wine from 100% Verdeca.
On the nose: Its bouquet is surprisingly intense and fine with a scent of apricot, flowers and rosemary
On the palate: its balance between freshness, sapidity and alcoholic tenor is perfect. Lovely and persistent, the citrusy and lightly balsamic final creates harmony to the taste
Recommended combination with food: It pairs best with light risotto, buffalo mozzarella cheese, or more traditionally “pancotto” with vegetables, orecchiette with turnip greens, puccia with onions and even olives.
Serve at 18°C
VINTAGE: 2018
GRAPE VARIETY – Verdeca
PRODUCTION AREA – Puglia
ALCOHOL – 13.0% -
VIÀCH MÜLLER THURGAU D.O.C.
£17.95 – £107.70750ml BottlesCorvée was a French term used in the Middle-Ages to describe the activities and work of the Vassals, who would work on the land of superiors for free in return of shelter and protection. This is how 400 Km of terraced cultivations originated in Val di Cembria.
On the nose: The aroma is decisively floral and reminiscent of white flowers as well as fresh apple and pear.
On the palate: Apples and pears, with a striking tartness and well rounded acidity. Great body and hints of tropical fruits
Recommended combination with food: A great partner for:
- Montasio cheese tart (“frico friulano”)
- Thin-sliced octopus drizzled with sudachi
- Prawns steamed in banana leaves
Serve at 8-10°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Müller Thurgau
PRODUCTION AREA – Trentino-Alto Adige
ALCOHOL – 12.5% -
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Vistamar Brisa Sauvignon Blanc
£7.25 – £43.50750ml BottlesThis classic Chilean Sauvignon Blanc is a pale yellow wine with green tints. Vistmar wines offer a new approach to life, a new mood, an attitude that will lead you to venture out and enjoy the simple things that surround us every day.
On the nose: Intense and expressive aromas of fresh fruit, such as grapefruit, green apple and pineapple, that intermingle with notes of white flowers, jasmine and orange blossom
On the palate: Fresh and fruity with well-balanced acidity and a pleasant finish
Recommended combination with food: Non-oily fish, green salads or as an aperitif
Serve at 10-12°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCTION AREA – Central Valley, Chile
ALCOHOL – 13% -
Zibibbo NORMANNO I.G.T.
£14.50 – £87.00750ml Bottles
The word “Zibibbo” is derived from the Arabic word ‘zabib’ meaning raisins. The wine was originally from Egypt and was introduced by the Phoenicians when they landed in Pantelleria, a tiny island situated between mainland Sicily and the northern tip of Africa. Over time, vines of Zibibbo were planted in mainland Sicily, namely in the famous area of Marsala for its very similar terrain and geometry. The grapes have similar aromatics to that of Moscato but are left on the vine until slightly shriveled (a sign of partial fermentation) and then are left to dry in the sun. The result is an elegant and harmonious dessert wine that is the ideal accompaniment for typical Sicilian cakes, especially those with a ricotta cream base.
Recommended combination with food:
- Sicilian cakes
- Cream based desserts
- Ice cream and fruit desserts
Serve at 8° – 10°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Moscato d’Alexadria
PRODUCTION AREA – Sicily, Italy
ALCOHOL – 16.0% -
‘Bornemissza’ Kékfrankos Grand Selection
£19.99 – £119.94750ml Bottles
Bornemissza Gergely was an officer in the Hungarian army famed for his inventive use of explosives. This wine is part of the Historic Grand Selection Collection, commemorating the Siege of Eger 1552. It was here that the legend of the “Bulls’ Blood” originated. This wine is not made every year, only in perfect vintages. The last vintage prior to this 2016 was 2011 which won a Sommelier Wine Award medal in 2017. A full bodied kekfrankos from the North East of the country with depth and rich smooth tannins.
On the nose: A combination of deep dark fruits, with warm engaging aromas of cocoa and licorice
On the palate: A full body with black peppery touch of spice, figs, blackcurrant and raisins.
Recommended combination with food: Ideal with stewed hare, lentil soup with smoked ham hock, roast beef
Serve at 18°C
VINTAGE: 2016
GRAPE VARIETY – Kekfrankos
PRODUCTION AREA – Eger, Hungary
ALCOHOL – 13.5% -
Colucci’s White Label Prosecco Extra Dry D.O.C.
£13.45 – £80.70 inc. Vat750ml Bottles
Sparkling wine made according to natural fermentation Charmat method. Produced with grapes cultivated in the Trevigiano hill area. Pale straw-yellow colour, typical fruity bouquet and taste, pleasant and lightly sweet. Ideal for desserts.
Serve at 6-7 °C
Vegetarian and vegan friendly, uses no biological materials in the production.
GRAPE VARIETY – Glera
PRODUCTION AREA – Hills of Treviso Province, Italy
ALCOHOL – 11% Vol.
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JCM Syrah / Viognier
£77.10 inc. VatDark bramble fruit entwined with spice and black pepper. There’s a hint of earthiness on the palate with medium acidity and present tannins.
6 x 750ml bottles
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Rose Gold Rosé Spumante Extra Dry
£9.00 – £54.00 inc. Vat750ml Bottles
An exquisitely elegant sparkling wine, with a brilliant pale pink colour and a fine, persistent perlage. Delicate fruity fragrance, with a bouquet of strawberry, raspberry and rosé. Savoury, fresh flavour, with a delicate aromatic touch.
Serve at 6-8°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Glera, Pinot Nero
PRODUCTION AREA – Marca Trevigiana
ALCOHOL – 11% Vol
