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    Alentejano Colheita Seleccionada 2020/21 – Herdade de São Miguel

    Written by bluestone0924

    Aromas of very ripe mulberry, raspberry and plum, integrated with spicy and balmy notes, such as pepper, mint and coconut. The palate is well-balanced, round, with a rich taste of fruits and spices, nicely structured with a good back bone of smooth tannins.  A balanced blend of classic Po...

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    Altano Branco Reserva Symington Family Estates

    Written by Helen Wilson

    Tasting Notes Aromas of pineapple, apricot, and wet grass with a fragrant note of orange blossom. Fresh and crisp on the palate with focused white fruit flavours. The taut structure is well defined by expressive acidity, which provides vibrancy and balance. Dry and refreshing aftertaste.

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    Antico Feudo Della Trappola 2020/21 Ricasoli, Toscana

    Written by Helen Wilson

    Tasting Notes Intense aromas of cherry, chocolate and raspberry with some fresh herb undertones is immediately apparent along with great freshness and smoothness.  Value Tuscan blended wine. Medium body, nice finish. Food Pairings Pairs perfectly with beef, poultry, and cured meats.

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    Awatea Cabernets/Merlot 2020

    Written by bluestone0924

    A deep crimson colour, with lifted floral, ripe blackberry cedar and spice aromas. The palate is laden with rich dark cherry, chocolate and Provence herb flavours, with a fine, persistent tannin finish.

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    Barbera d’Asti ‘ Caposala’ Cascina Radice

    Written by Helen Wilson

    Tasting Notes Lots of fruit on the nose; blackberry, blackcurrant and plums and a hint of white pepper, which reflects on the palate alonside hints of spice. Very elegant with a long finish.   Food Pairings Enjoy with savoury, earthy dishes such as a mushroom risotto with...

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    Beaujolais Cuvee Le Murier Domaine de Milhomme

    Written by Helen Wilson

    Tasting Notes Soft and juicy with ripe summer fruit flavours. On the nose, a real explosion of red fruit flavours such as cherry and raspberry. The wine in the mouth is greedy and leaves us the impression of having freshly crushed a grape. Food Pairings Excellent with delicatessen ...

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    BIZARRA Extravaganza 2020 Orange Wine

    Written by Helen Wilson

    Tasting Notes It smells like apple, honey and Rock and Roll. Tastes like fresh fruit juice. We recommend serving it chilled with people who know how to value talent in what is different.

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    Bonarda Estate 2020/22 – Los Haroldos

    Written by bluestone0924

    Pure strawberry and blueberry fruit abound on the enticing nose. The palate is complex and layered with cinnamon, cherry tobacco and plum fruits. Finely structured tannins provide texture whilst a clean acidity maintains freshness. The finish is long and displays blueberry pancakes, sweet ...

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    Bordeaux Blanc 2020/21 Pavillon de Trianon

    Written by Helen Wilson

    A wonderful Bordeaux Blanc, with peach, pear and citrus fruit, and a saline finish. Great depth, concentrated and well-balanced. A stylish wine with a touch of mint at the lengthy mineral finish.

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    Bordeaux Superieur 2019/20 Pavillon de Trianon

    Written by Helen Wilson

    A high quality everyday claret from the former owner of Cheval Blanc. Dark ruby colour with an aromatic nose offering black fruit and a touch of herbs with spices. The palate has round tannins, ripe dark berries, great acidity and structure with a hint of spice and chocolate on the finish.

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    Cabernet Sauvignon ‘Filius’ ,Vasse Felix

    Written by Helen Wilson

    Tasting notes Appearance - Light garnet. Nose - Ripe blackberry and fresh blackcurrant jam while still showing some bright red currant, strawberry and goji fruit. Wild Peppermint tree blossom with floral pot pourri notes, mixed with savoury shitake soup and Wakame seaweed. Palate ...

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    Cave Springs Riesling CSV 2020

    Written by Helen Wilson

    Colour Light straw. Nose Layered and complex; aromas of candied lemon, meringue, mineral water, crème fraîche and pie crust up front; hints of ginger, lime, and white peach in behind. Palate Dry and medium bodied; the attack is crisp and salty with yellow plum fruit; the middle is ...

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    Chamonix Greywacke Pinotage 2017/20

    Written by Helen Wilson

    The Greywacke Pinotage has a deep garnet red colour with tinges of dark violet when young. The bouquet is complex with scents recalling wild berries, spice and cherries. On the palate the wine shows full body and rich dark chocolate with fruit flavours, balanced elegantly by tannins, with ...

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    Chardonnay Coteaux de L’Auxois, Simonnet-Febvre

    Written by Helen Wilson

    Tasting Notes This wine is crisp and refreshing displaying aromas of citrus and white flowers. Flavours of stone fruits such as white pear reveal themselves on the palate. This will pair well with fish and white meats dishes.

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    Chardonnay Hill and Dale Stellenbosch

    Written by Helen Wilson

    Colour: Crisp, clear and vibrant with hues of lime- green and golden straw.   Bouquet: Aromas of zingy lemon zest, white asparagus and artichokes add freshness to the sweeter crème brûlée- undertones.   Taste: Creamy zing repeats on the palate with fresh lemon a...

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    Chardonnay, Twill Cellars, Willamette Valley 2020

    Written by Helen Wilson

    Intense aromas of lemon blossom, tangerine, salt, peach, and crushed rock are complemented with undertones of fresh cream, lime and passion fruit. On the palate, notes of tangerine, and Meyer lemon are wrapped up in a savoury, bright, and chewy yet lithe frame. The finish carries on with a...

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