Terre Gaie –
Me•Mo Rosso 2016

This Tuscan blend of Sangiovese with Ciliegiolo, Lacyrma and a dash of Montepulciano is a brilliant fuscia colour. The nose is very expressive with macerated bing cherries, crushed strawberries, dried rosemary and a hint of roses. The palate is quite fruity and full with a sense of sweet fruit f Read More

This Tuscan blend of Sangiovese with Ciliegiolo, Lacyrma and a dash of Montepulciano is a brilliant fuscia colour. The nose is very expressive with macerated bing cherries, crushed strawberries, dried rosemary and a hint of roses. The palate is quite fruity and full with a sense of sweet fruit from the nose. Read Less

Similar to the famous Amarone of the region, Sognum is made with semi dried grapes, which concentrate the fruit flavours and add richness to give it a more robust flavor profile. Sixteen months in oak barrels give additional complexity by softening the mouthfeel, and also give a nice accent of v Read More

Similar to the famous Amarone of the region, Sognum is made with semi dried grapes, which concentrate the fruit flavours and add richness to give it a more robust flavor profile. Sixteen months in oak barrels give additional complexity by softening the mouthfeel, and also give a nice accent of vanilla and spices. This is a very tasty Cabernet! Read Less

The wine shows moderate to deep ruby red colour, with an almost purple hue indicative of its youth. A complex and rich mix of aroma’s, including black cherry, tapenade (black olive puree) crab apple, plum, cranberry and stewed strawberry fruit, with subtle licorice and mint. On the palate, the Read More

The wine shows moderate to deep ruby red colour, with an almost purple hue indicative of its youth. A complex and rich mix of aroma’s, including black cherry, tapenade (black olive puree) crab apple, plum, cranberry and stewed strawberry fruit, with subtle licorice and mint. On the palate, the wine mirrors the nose, although the fruits tend to show a little more of a black nature than the pretty nose would imply. Some salty, black licorice notes on the finish, as well as a bit of alcoholic weight (14.5%). Read Less

Viña Pomal Crianza is the flagship wine of Bodegas Bilbaínas, one of Rioja's oldest estates, and has now been produced for over 100 years. The winery had a bottling plant near London's Charing Cross in the 1940's, and Viña Pomal was reputed to be a favourite of Winston Churchill. The wine is Read More

Viña Pomal Crianza is the flagship wine of Bodegas Bilbaínas, one of Rioja's oldest estates, and has now been produced for over 100 years. The winery had a bottling plant near London's Charing Cross in the 1940's, and Viña Pomal was reputed to be a favourite of Winston Churchill. The wine is ruby with violet hues, while the nose is intense, dominated by floral and fruity aromas (black fruit) with notes of liquorice, vanilla and toasted flavours. The palate is balanced, soft and fresh. Shows good structure and soft tannins. Read Less

The winery’s vineyards for its crianza lie at an elevation of 800 meters and up to 90 years old. Aged 14 months in new American and French oak casks Deep cherry red color, clean and bright, with slight brick hues. Intense spicy aromas, ripe fruit well combined with aging roasted flavors, choc Read More

The winery’s vineyards for its crianza lie at an elevation of 800 meters and up to 90 years old. Aged 14 months in new American and French oak casks Deep cherry red color, clean and bright, with slight brick hues. Intense spicy aromas, ripe fruit well combined with aging roasted flavors, chocolate, very complex. The impression in the mouth is pleasant and well structured, with good balance between fruit and roasted flavors, vanilla, balsamic hues, and a great fruit candy final sensation. Read Less

Etienne Pochon is owner and winemaker at this historic estate in the Northern Rhone. Crozes Hermitage is made from 100% Syrah, with no use of oak. The colour is ruby red and youthful. The nose is also youthful with red fruits, white pepper, a bit of barnyard, bacon fat, and menthol. The palate i Read More

Etienne Pochon is owner and winemaker at this historic estate in the Northern Rhone. Crozes Hermitage is made from 100% Syrah, with no use of oak. The colour is ruby red and youthful. The nose is also youthful with red fruits, white pepper, a bit of barnyard, bacon fat, and menthol. The palate is medium bodied and dry, with intense, red fruits, light licorice, black cherry and plums. Drink now and over the next 4 years. Read Less

With a southerly exposure, this 3.22 hectare vineyard is a mix of clay and lime. Oak barrels are used in fermentation bringing about soft and subtle tannins. The “Cellier aux Moines” parcel is very old with records dating back to 1258. With a terrific currant color, and a rich, intense fruit Read More

With a southerly exposure, this 3.22 hectare vineyard is a mix of clay and lime. Oak barrels are used in fermentation bringing about soft and subtle tannins. The “Cellier aux Moines” parcel is very old with records dating back to 1258. With a terrific currant color, and a rich, intense fruit bouquet with aromas of ripe dark berries, this Pinot Noir has lots of sweet, pure fruit on the palate. It is a beautifully balanced, velvety wine that offers good power, backend persistence and a lingering finish. This is a wine that can be enjoyed after a long aging period. Read Less