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AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA D.O.C.G. CLASSICO
£34.00 – £204.00750ml BottlesThis Amarone is made from grapes grown in the Valpolicella Classico area, which undergo the typical production method of “appassimento in fruttaio” (withering in fruit) before ageing in large
oak barrels for a minimum of 18 months, followed by a further 6-8 months in the bottle.On the nose: A bouquet that is strong and persistent, ethereal and fruity with hints of black cherries and dry prunes. Aromas of forest fruits (currant, blackberry and blueberry) accompanied by hints of star anise, cocoa and tobacco
On the palate: High acidity, full body, red cherry, herbaceous, chocolatey. The time in the bottle favours aromas reminiscent of violet, sometimes lilac and sage.
Recommended combination with food: A great partner for:
- Porcini mushroom soup
- BBQ pork
- Fried chicken livers
Serve at 16 – 18°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
PRODUCTION AREA – Veneto
ALCOHOL – 15.5% -
PIANI BARBERA D’ALBA D.O.C.
£22.10 – £132.60750ml BottlesThe location of this vineyard, the Piani hill, has always been well-known for high quality Barbera production, and the elegance of many Barbera (a grape traditionally rich in colour and acidity but poor in tannins) from the Langhe region has a good structure which gives to this wine a particular identity.
On the nose: The very fine olfactory sensations grow slowly, providing first fruity nuances of blackberry and cooked plum and subsequently vinous, of fermentation, typical of Barbera, with the right aromatic contribution of wood
On the palate: Acidic impressions characterise this wine which does not hide its tannic endowment. The good structural breadth makes it particularly interesting and has a persistent length.
Recommended combination with food: A perfect match for:
- Seared rabbit livers
- Thai duck noodle soup
- Roasted, herb-crusted lamb rack
Serve at 16 – 18°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Barbera
PRODUCTION AREA – Piemonte
ALCOHOL – 14.0% -
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Quinta de Sao Lourenco
£12.50 – £75.00750ml BottlesMade from a blend of Baga and Touriga Nacional red grape varieties, this wine is a deep ruby red colour, with concentrated dark red fruits. Fermented for 48 hours, it then goes through a process called delestages for a further 15 days, which softens the tannins and makes them lush and supple.
On the nose: Concentrated ripe dark red fruits, smoked notes involving suggestions of spice and chocolate.
On the palate: Massive and delicious mouth feel, polished tannins and refreshing acidity, reveals an elegant and sophisticated finale
Recommended combination with food: A perfect match for:
- Roast pork with crackling
- Braised beef ribs
- Game meats
- Fatty cheeses
Serve at 16 – 18°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Baga 50%, Touriga Nacional 50%
PRODUCTION AREA – Bairrada
ALCOHOL – 14.0% -
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REFOSCO LISON PRAMAGGIORE D.O.C.
£11.75 – £70.50750ml BottlesIn production of this Refosco the maceration of the grape skins lasts roughly ten days, and then, once malolactic fermentation is complete, some of the wine is racked into French oak barriques, to be blended with the remainder. The combined wine is then aged in steel vats, after maturation.
On the nose: Broad, lingering aromas, hinting at Parma violets and red berry fruits.
On the palate: Intense, persistent flavour is perked up by attractively husky tannins and a varietal twist of bitterness on the finish.
Recommended combination with food: A perfect match for:
- Beef bourguignon
- Moussaka
- Braised beef cheek with chilli and lime
Serve at 16 – 18°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Refosco
PRODUCTION AREA – Veneto
ALCOHOL – 13.0% -
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Reguengos Reserva Dos Socios
£14.75 – £88.50750ml BottlesThis brand stems from the land from which it received its name, Reguengos, The Land of Wine, and the largest sub-region of Alentejo, in terms of area consecrated to vineyards. A blend of three grape varieties, Aragones (Tempranillo), contributes power, structure and complex red-fruit aromatics.
On the nose: The perfume is intense with ripen black fruit aromas hints of spice, vanilla
On the palate: Notes of black fruit, spice and graphite. Long finish evolving during the taste
Recommended combination with food: A perfect match for:
- Game dishes
- red meats and
- Roast suckling pig
- Traditional Cornish pasty
Serve at 16 – 18°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Alicante Bouschet(50%), Trincadeira(20%), Aragonês(30%)
PRODUCTION AREA – Alentejo
ALCOHOL – 14.0%