{"title":"International Merlot Day November 7th 2026!","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"2021-waterkloof-circumstance-merlot","title":"2021 Waterkloof 'Circumstance Merlot'","description":"\u003cp\u003eSerious Merlot - think St Emilion with guts... and legs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fine wine with persistence, complexity and great purity - dense black cassis and bramble fruit aromas combined with plums, spice and a creamy oak on the palate. Showing real character and personality, supreme poise and balance, Waterkloof's ability to express their unique terroir improves with each vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/a_6e137e2b-6a57-42e6-8b74-89e0834d4b1e_1024x1024.jpg?v=1572268989\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"award-status\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiving soils and a natural approach to winemaking means that each of the single-varietal wines in the Circumstance range is truly defined by the circumstances influencing the chosen varietal and vineyard blocks, including soil, aspect, altitude and vintage. The Merlot is from two adjoining, windswept, south-facing (less sun exposure) blocks 240-60m above and a mere 2 miles from The Atlantic. These factors combine to produce low yields, balanced grapes and wines with a true sense of place. Production was a miserly 5 tons per hectare. Hand-picked grapes were destemmed, hand sorted and placed into our open-top wooden fermenters via gravity. Natural fermentation started spontaneously by utilising the wild yeasts present on the fruit. Punch downs (twice a day) were used during fermentation to ensure a soft and slow, colour and tannin extraction. The wine spent 30 days on the skins to help integrate the tannins and stabilise the colour. The skins were separated from the juice through a gentle basket pressing. The wine went through malolactic fermentation in barrel and was then aged in new (15%), second and third fill (85%) French barrels for 18 months. The wine was aged for another year in wooden fermenters to ensure a wine with silky soft tannins. The wine received no fining, which allowed the grape to be purely expressed in the wine. Only sulphur was added and no other additions, such as tartaric acid or enzymes were allowed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded by Paul Boutinot in 2004, Waterkloof is a family-owned, organic, biodynamic and WWF Biodiversity Champion farm perched high up on the windswept Schapenberg, overlooking False Bay and The Atlantic Ocean. Living soils, naturally low yields and a long growing season help provide talented young Cellarmaster Nadia Barnard with naturally balanced grapes that are imbued with a truly defining sense of origin. Those grapes are then transformed into wine with a minimum of intervention. The resulting wines are fine, inimitable and best enjoyed with food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSustainability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as being ECOCERT certified as organic, and working biodynamically, Waterkloof goes much further than many in its efforts to be a highly sustainable winery. To learn more please visit their \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.waterkloofwines.co.za\/biodynamic-farming\/biodynamic-organic-farming\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewebsite\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e100% Merlot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n14.5% alc vol \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e10.8 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eAwaiting info\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetarian, Vegan, Sustainable, Natural\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarlic roast lamb, or venison roasted with root vegetables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eStellenbosch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eWO Stellenbosch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30886608207926,"sku":"FBW087","price":17.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/products\/5._Circumstance_Merlot.jpg?v=1633430909"},{"product_id":"2016-chateau-lanessan-haut-medoc","title":"2016 Château Lanessan, Haut-Médoc","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA complex and elegant Haut-Médoc, from a good vintage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrinking beautifully now, this has a classic Médoc cigar box nose, followed by a textured, fleshy, plum fruit and aniseed-scented palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/a_ef81ffac-f453-4e1b-a886-60518d7e3607_1024x1024.jpg?v=1603980583\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom a total of 32 hectares of 30 year old Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot vines, planted on gravelly soils. After harvest, grapes are manually sorted to ensure optimal maturity. Temperature controlled open fermentation in concrete vats, with extended maceration and regular pumping over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau Lanessan has belonged to a succession of eight generations of the Bouteiller family since the 18th century. You might assume such a longstanding family to be traditional and staid, but in fact they are very open and receptive to new influences. In 2009 they employed winemaker Paz Espejo (who came to Bordeaux from her native Spain in the 1990s) to inject new vigour into the estate. Paz’s goal is to “grow excellent fruit while remaining loyal to our fantastic terroir”. Working alongside oeneologist Eric Boissenot and advised by Hubert de Boüard of Château Angélus, she has made significant changes in the vineyard and in the cellar that now are being reflected in the quality of the wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSustainability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI\u003c\/span\u003en 2011, Château Lanessan joined the Environmental Management System launched by the CIVB to promote sustainable and environmentally-friendly viticulture and in 2014, it was certified HVE Level 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e750ml (packed in a wooden case)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n14% alc vol \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e10.5 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eAwaiting info\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eContains sulphites \u0026amp; egg fining agents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eDietary Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eVegetarian, Sustainable farming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eYour Sunday roast of choice: beef, lamb or nut.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eHaut-Médoc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30888044494902,"sku":"FG1926","price":27.71,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/products\/11_Lannessa.jpg?v=1572287252"},{"product_id":"2017-grey-glacier-merlot-ventisquero","title":"2019 Ventisquero 'Grey Glacier' Merlot","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHead Winemaker Felipe Tosso joined Vina Ventisquero in 2000. After seriously considering alternate careers as a tennis pro and classical guitarist, he elected to enter the wine business, describing it as “one of my big passions because it’s more than work – it’s a lifestyle.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis wine is deep ruby in colour with violet hues at the rim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVery intense nose predominated by red fruit, such as strawberries and subtle notes of ripe plums, intermingled with a touch of oak from the barrel-ageing and notes of chocolate which enhances the final complexity of the wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a full-bodied, boldly-structured wine, which fills the mouth thanks to its fine tannins. Smooth and persistent in the finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/a_0a3c3a38-8871-4da1-84ba-c113a8b67e33_1024x1024.png?v=1616586101\" alt=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/a_0a3c3a38-8871-4da1-84ba-c113a8b67e33_1024x1024.png?v=1616586101\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVinification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA pre-fermentative maceration was carried out at low temperatures to extract more colour and aromas, then the must was fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures of between 24°C and 26°C. 100% of this wine matured for 18 months in extra fine-grain French oak barrels, 33% of them first-use, then the wine was aged in the bottle for 8 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaker\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTosso’s winemaking travels have taken him to Napa, Sonoma, Argentina, France, Spain, Italy, Australia, back to Concha Y Toro in Chile and then finally to Vina Ventisquero. In 2003, Felipe began a close collaboration with John Duval (ex Penfolds) in the production of icon wines Pangea and Vertice, a partnership that continues to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e100% Merlot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eChile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n13.5% alc vol \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e10.1 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eRed Blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eDietary Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetarian \u0026amp; Vegan approved\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBest served at a temperature of between 16°C and 18°C. This wine pairs well with soft cheese, pasta dishes and white meat, especially pork and duck.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nColchagua Valley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North South Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48501487862051,"sku":"","price":16.71,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/products\/GGMerlot.png?v=1616585987"},{"product_id":"2025-sierra-grande-merlot","title":"2025 Sierra Grande Merlot","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJuicy \u0026amp; fresh - a really easy drinking Merlot\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNose\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas of plums and cherries mixed with peppery spice and a touch of tabacco leaf. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe palate is juicy and fresh with soft red fruits and a hint of green pepper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/a_d2d8526d-16c2-4ff9-9c6e-e2335bc79560_1024x1024.png?v=1616837154\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur long-standing working relationships with growers enable us to source premium fruit, with the ultimate aim of making excellent quality Chilean entry level wines with true style and character. For Merlot, we work with two families in two different locations for a blend with huge appeal. The first is the Martin Family who are nestled into the Andes Mountains in a western corner of Curico. Their vineyards sit around 500 metres above sea level (masl), a far higher altitude than the majority of Curico’s main valley which lies around 250masl. Vines are between 40 and 60 years old and part of a 45ha estate where peaches and apples are also grown. The vines are unirrigated and the vineyard is cool with a unique rocky mountain soil and glacial streams. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt this elevated height and proximity to the mountains, Merlot enjoys a long growing season with cool evening temperatures. We love the crunchy plummy fruit character which gives us the backbone to this wine. We blend this with grapes from the El Milagro Estate in the centre of the Curico Valley. The warm temperature and fertile soils allows Merlot to flourish here. Grapes are harvested during the coolest part of the day to ensure they reach the winery in prime condition. Temperatures are kept fairly low throughout the winemaking process, to allow the grapes to express their natural fruit characters. No oak is used. The resulting wine is fuller with more body and softer tannins and works really well with the higher altitude component. The biggest strength of this blend is our ability to balance out warmer and cooler vintages with these two different profiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAwards\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eV17 - Silver at the Catavinum 2018\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eChile\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n12.5% alc vol \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e9.4units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eFor immediate enjoyment\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eDietary Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegan \u0026amp; Vegetarian approved\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eGreat food wine, serve with a juicy steak, savoury lamb casseroles, herby sausages or a char-grilled vegetable lasagne.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eValle Central\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48501482258723,"sku":"","price":8.18,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/products\/SierraGrandeMerlot.png?v=1616831551"},{"product_id":"2022-de-bortoli-willowglen-merlot","title":"2022 De Bortoli WillowGlen Merlot","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eJuicy, fruit focussed, and a crowd-pleasing Merlot - perfect for entertaining!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eColour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVibrant red with garnet edges. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNose \u0026amp; Palate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis Merlot is full of ripe plum and berries, lead to a soft rounded palate chock full of juicy red fruit, spicy undertones and gentle tannin with just a touch of vanillin oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"De Bortoli WillowGlen Merlot Tasting Notes\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/De_Bortoli_Willowglen_Merlot_Tasting_Notes_1024x1024.jpg?v=1660201558\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe De Bortoli family story is one of determination and triumph that started 90 years ago in war-torn Europe and is now told, generations later, across Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur heritage encompasses the universal story of immigrants making good in an adopted land, the rise and rise of the Australian wine industry and the tale of a hardworking and innovative family who considers good wine, good food and good friends to be among the true pleasures in life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.1685%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8315%;\"\u003e2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.1685%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8315%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.1685%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8315%;\"\u003e100% Merlot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.1685%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8315%;\"\u003eAustralia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.1685%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8315%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n14% alc vol \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.1685%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8315%;\"\u003e10.5 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.1685%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8315%;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.1685%;\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8315%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThis wine is excellent with beef or lamb dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.1685%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8315%;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.1685%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8315%;\"\u003eRiverina\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.1685%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.8315%;\"\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North South Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40309859156022,"sku":null,"price":10.11,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/products\/DeBortoliWillowglenMerlot.jpg?v=1660201591"},{"product_id":"2023-adobe-reserva-merlot-organic","title":"2023 Adobe Reserva Merlot Organic","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJuicy, organic Merlot with fruit and freshness in abundance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColour \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright ruby-red colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePlum and red cherry aromas and subtle black pepper notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe palate is juicy with ample fruit character. Supported by gently wooded influence giving good structure and rounded tannins. It has a soft palate and a fruity finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"2020 Adobe Merlot\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/AdobeMerlot_1024x1024.jpg?v=1666094861\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRapel Valley is located on the 6th Region, 160 kms south to Santiago. This zone has good drainage, excellent fertility and great characteristics for agriculture, especially for red varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Merlot. This valley has a Mediterranean climate, it has coastal influence because it limits with the Cordillera de la Costa, which is low. There’s a great concentration of rain during winter (710 mm average) and in summer this valley receives southern winds with morning mist. Summers are very hot and have big temperature fluctuation. The grapes were manually harvested in mid April. Vinification begins with a prefermentation cold soak at 8°C for a week in order to extract the fruit. Alcoholic fermentation takes place between 25°C and 28°C with a pumpover program determined by daily tasting. Malolactic fermentation takes place naturally in stainless steel tanks and 20% of the wine was aged in barrels for 6 months; after this the wine blended in order to obtain a more complex character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProducers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVoted by Wines of Chile as \"Winery of the Year 2016\", Emiliana is one of Chile's most exciting producers and pioneers in organic and biodynamic winemaking. Since 1998, this Chilean winery has been producing award-winning wines from almost 1,000 hectares of vineyards in prime sites including Casablanca, Maipo, Cachapoal, Colchagua and Bio Bio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts spectacular biodynamic vineyard and winery at Los Robles is a model that attracts visiting viticulturalists and winemakers from across the world. Emiliana's innovative and natural-leaning wines are made with great care and attention and the results are inspiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSustainable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmiliana began its conversion to organic production in 1998, and today 100% of its properties are organically managed. It is the world’s largest organic winery. It holds organic certifications in accordance with the standards of the United States, Canada (NOP), Brazil, Chile, Japan, South Korea, China, and Europe. In 2006, Emiliana was the first winery in Latin America to produce a wine with biodynamic certification. Since then, the use of biodynamic practices at its farms and cellars has been accredited and today 100% of its properties are certified. Emiliana received its Fairtrade and Fair For Life certifications in 2011 and 2017, and has been selling fair trade wines since 2012.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmiliana was a pioneer in the implementation of the Wine of Chile Sustainability Code certification in 2012. 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Soft and supple on the palate with good intensity of fruit and a lovely juicy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2021BellefontaineMerlot_1024x1024.png?v=1689091490\" alt=\"2021 Bellefontaine Merlot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis fruit-forward, easy-drinking Merlot is made from grapes sourced from sun-drenched Languedoc vineyards, vinified to showcase their fruit and varietal characteristics. By fermenting at lower temperatures than most reds to preserve primary fruit characters. The wine receives twice daily remontage to extract colour and tannins. Meticulous blending produced the ultimate approachable and fruit-driven style, which was bottled early to capture vibrant red fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all good stories, that of Boutinot France is both long and a little bit complicated! Boutinot began as a tiny importer in 1980, specialising in French wines. Paul Boutinot himself began by personally selecting the wines from France, back in the UK he would unload the trailer by hand. And deliver the crates of wines to customers himself. But good things grow and by the end of the decade, we had become a bigger and better company. A company that not only sought out great wines but made them too. After 10 years later, Boutinot France started in January 1990. The first office was in the middle of the vines in Julienas; perfectly located to navigate the Beaujolais and Macon regions on the quest to make beautiful wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamantha Bailey, who started as a wine enthusiast, was there at the beginning of this adventure. Since then, she has grown into our Master Blender and has key responsibilities: building long-standing relationships, tasting, understanding the terroir and appellations, and pushing the boundaries. She is at the heart of the whole process from blending to quality assessment, making sure there is always a Boutinot touch in every cuvée. We are proud to also count Guillaume Letang and Julien Dugas in our winemaking team. Guillaume oversees the South of France and Languedoc, whilst Julien looks after our property in Cairanne. Together they have the local knowledge to select and blend the very best wines from throughout. 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An easy choice for a devout red drinker. Enjoy with mushroom risotto.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.0169%;\"\u003eAllergy Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.628%;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.0169%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.628%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLanguedoc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.0169%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.628%;\"\u003eIGP Pays d'Oc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45357488931107,"sku":null,"price":9.32,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/BellefonatineMerlot_ec74b3ac-f574-462d-ac20-0e12c78b3838.png?v=1695325157"},{"product_id":"2019-paul-wallace-crackerjack-bordeaux-blend","title":"2019 Paul Wallace Crackerjack Bordeaux Blend","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis wine came about as an indulgence to the lady of the house, who is particularly partial to fine Bordeaux-styled blend. Together Paul and Nicky Wallace have put together a \"cracker\" of a wine, blending and showcasing the versatility of Elgin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe alluring bright colour immediately invites one to explore this wine further. Merlot driven (think Bordeaux Right Bank) and power packed with fresh fruits encompassing both the red and black fruit spectrums, with a savoury core. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eNotes of fresh cherry, cranberry, plum and blackcurrant on the palate, with chocolate and vanilla on the finish. Rich and opulent, yet bright and feminine, this little “cracker” is the perfect example of how the whole sum is better than the parts and of how the individual components support and enhance one another. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"2019 Paul Wallace Crackerjack Bordeaux Blend\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2019PaulWallaceCrackerjackBordeauxBlend_1024x1024.png?v=1695737715\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eWinery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaul Wallace Wines is a small family-run business with the farm located in Elgin, previously best known for its apples and pears, which is one of the most exciting developing wine regions within the South African wine industry and indeed internationally. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes all originate for the Elgin region, a high-lying basin surrounded by mountain ranges. Naturally the Malbec hails from Paul and Nicky’s farm, Wallovale Vineyards, whilst the other three grape varieties were bought in from Elgin grape producers with whom Paul has a direct involvement. A Cabernet Franc vineyard has been planted on Paul and Nicky’s farm but the first commercial harvest is only expected in 2020.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach parcel of grapes was harvested at its own optimum ripeness and vinified separately at Eikendal Winery, Somerset West. Each wine was inoculated with Zymalore Xpure, a yeast recommended for wines with high aromatic purity, enhanced expression of black fruit notes and a great smoothness of mouthfeel. Post fermentation the wine was left for 14 days on the skins. Thereafter each wine was transferred to barrel where they completed Malolactic fermentation. The wines spent a minimum of 24 months in 225 lit French oak barriques prior to blending. The wine received a light filtration before bottling on 8th July 2021.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e40% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Malbec.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eSouth Africa\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAlcohol content\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e13.5% alc vol \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e10.1 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eRed White\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17.3203px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17.3203px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 nopad\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 product_foodpairing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe recommend the Crackerjack as the perfect accompaniment to your Sunday roast lamb, lasagna and tomato-based stews. Enjoy!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eElgin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7824%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 37.7824%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.2176%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 58.2176%;\"\u003eWO Western Cape\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rakq Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46607450833187,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/PaulWallaceCrackerjack.png?v=1695737852"},{"product_id":"2019-chateau-mayne-vieil-fronsac","title":"2019 Château Mayne-Vieil, Fronsac","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFronsac is a great value alternative to Saint-Émilion, but with a distinct character of its own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA ripe and pure nose, offering creamy red and black fruit with some dark roast coffee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tannins are firm, and the palate is concentrated and already well-knit, if still a little youthful. Packed with intense black, mulberry-flavoured fruit, coffee and a twist of toast from the barrel, the ripeness makes this very drinkable now and it will continue to develop more complexity over the next 5 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"2018 Château Mayne-Vieil, Fronsac\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2018ChateauMayne-Vieil_Fronsac_994e63c4-5d06-4db8-9985-1f39f83dee58_1024x1024.png?v=1695912264\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHistory, family, and wine go hand in hand in Bordeaux and Château Mayne-Vieil's history can be traced back across three influential families to the 1500s. Descended from the original owners, the Equerry de Paty, Lord of Mayne-Vieil, built the large cellars in the 17th century. Libournais vintners, the Fontemoings, established a new Fronsac vineyard to rival Saint-Emilion, while the Sèze family, owners for the last 100 years, restored and expanded the estate after World War I. The Merlot vines of their Fronsac vineyard can be seen from the house in its entirety as it rolls across the beautiful hill overlooking the Dordogne River. The single-block vineyard covers 47 hectares (32 of which are in the Fronsac AOC) and is planted with 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard is planted on fairly steep slopes of clay and silt soil. The 35-year-old Merlot vines are trained low and planted close together. 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This certification recognises a high level of commitment to protecting and enriching the environment with a focus on biodiversity conservation, plant protection strategy, management of fertiliser use and management of water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003e2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003e100% Merlot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003eBordeaux France\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003eAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e14.5% alc vol \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003e10.8 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003eUp to 5 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003eContains Sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRoasted or grilled red meats and mature cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.4345%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAppellation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5655%;\"\u003eFronsac\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46646479946019,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2018ChateauMayne-Vieil_Fronsac_9b5d2486-9c89-4eaa-b14e-25675ffd82db.png?v=1695912478"},{"product_id":"2022-cape-heights-merlot","title":"2022 Cape Heights Merlot","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA bright, supple and juicy Merlot sourced from long-established Western Cape vineyards.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn attractively ripe, red berry nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA rounded spicy palate with generous plum and hedgerow fruit flavours leading to a fresh, gently spicy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"2022 Cape Heights Merlot\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2022CapeHeightsMerlot_9069ea2e-8e3e-4532-ad59-b5514413888b_1024x1024.png?v=1699366141\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2022CapeHeightsMerlot_9069ea2e-8e3e-4532-ad59-b5514413888b_1024x1024.png?v=1699366141\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMerlot grapes are sourced from long-standing vineyards on the Swartland\/Wellington borders and also the Breede River Valley. Low rainfall, warm weather, mainly decomposed granite soils, and low trellised vines all add really interesting complexity to the final wine. Grapes are picked in mid-March, destemmed and placed in open-top fermenters. Pigeage is carried out four times daily (whilst up to half of the sugar is fermented), then only twice daily to the end of fermentation - this is a soft delicate way of wetting the cap and aerating the wine. Malolactic fermentation follows before the wine is left on its lees to extract extra depth and soft tannins. A touch of elegance is achieved by using a modest amount (10%) of oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoutinot South Africa is driven by our passion for discovery and desire to capture the real essence of South Africa in every bottle. It was the simple love of Loire Chenin Blanc that first led us to South Africa in 1994, where we pioneered the wild ferment style that has now been adopted by many producers in this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince then we have been exploring the country's amazing vineyards to make fabulous wines from specific sites and plots that scream location, location, and terroir. Our home-grown South African winemaking team of JD Rossouw and Ryno Booysen drive the energy and enthusiasm for expressing the loveliest wines from their country, along with Samantha Bailey's expertise in finesse. The key is knowing the characteristics of each plot, understanding the benefits each cultivar can bring, breaking rules, and pushing boundaries. We use a combination of knowledge, a love of nature, and science to create versatile, expressive, and food-friendly wines from a country that has been making wine for 360 years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.7501%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 59.2499%;\"\u003e2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.7501%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 59.2499%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.7501%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 59.2499%;\"\u003e100% Merlot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.7501%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 59.2499%;\"\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.7501%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 59.2499%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n14% alc vol \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.7501%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 59.2499%;\"\u003e10.5 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.7501%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 59.2499%;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.7501%;\"\u003eDietary Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 59.2499%;\"\u003eVegan and Vegetarian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.7501%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 59.2499%;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.7501%;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 59.2499%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrilled lamb, pasta with a tomato-based sauce, chorizo and butterbean stew, spicy sausages and mash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.7501%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 59.2499%;\"\u003eSwartland \/ Breede Valley, Western Cape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46987907399971,"sku":null,"price":9.23,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2022CapeHeightsMerlot.png?v=1699364202"},{"product_id":"2009-chateau-couhins-lurton-grand-vin-de-graves","title":"2009 Château Couhins-Lurton Grand Vin De Graves","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe special clay-gravel terroir of Château Couhins-Lurton has given birth to a great left bank Merlot: it stands out in the appellation for its extreme finesse and intensity of fruit on the finish. Its nobility and ageing potential are a credit to its rank.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColour\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntense, black-rimmed with violet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose is dominated by the fruit: the ripe black cherry and blackberry aromas are intense but delicately highlighted by mild tobacco and lightly roasted notes. Very skillful barrel aging allows the oak to blend perfectly as a counterpoint to the fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery smooth, appears fat and soft… The tannins are ripe, melting and remarkably dense. Often described as jammy, but there are also spices and mild tobacco in the mix. The finish is long and lingering, with fruit that coats the palate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2009COUHINS-LURTON_1024x1024.png?v=1701780950\" alt=\"2009 COUHINS-LURTON\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFermentation in thermo-regulated stainless steel vats and aged for 12 months in oak barrels (40% new) with racking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile January and February were colder than average, 2009 was nevertheless a warm year (one of the warmest in a century). There was a great deal of sunshine and a remarkable drought during the summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReview \u0026amp; Awards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJancisRobinson.com 17.5\/20\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"Really very subtle on the nose with some development at the rim and it has been judged just right - both texture and flavour are great. Better than many a grand cru. So much pleasure and balance. Opulent but not sweet or fat or raisined. Drink 2016-2028.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Wine Spectator 94\/100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"Loads of crushed sweet berries on the nose, with fresh herbs and licorice. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, polished and soft texture on the end. And plenty of fruit. So pretty. Really impressive red from here.\" (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMerlot 77% \/ Cabernet Sauvignon 23%\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n13.5% alc vol \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e10 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eDietary Information\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eVegetarian Approved\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eContains sulphites \u0026amp; egg fining agents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEnjoy with slow-cooked or roast meats. Delightful with confit. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eCan age up to 10-15 years\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eAOC Pessac-Léognan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North South Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47143619756323,"sku":null,"price":52.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2009ChateauCouhins-Lurton.png?v=1701781409"},{"product_id":"2015-lurton-chateau-bonnet-reserve-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"Lurton Chateau Bonnet Reserve Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eThanks to expressive fruit – but without excessive concentration – Château Bonnet's red wine is unquestionably charming. In fact, it is a benchmark in Bordeaux. The wine is best enjoyed on the young side, although the quality tannin ensures good ageing for several year. With its fresh red cherry notes, this wine makes a great pairing for grilled meats and cheese platters.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mc-occ-content\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eColour\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-occ-content\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDeep ruby-red color scattered with purple highlights. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mc-occ-content\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-occ-content\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe nose is very attractive and fruity, revealing a delicious array of fresh fruit notes (cherry), underpinned by subtle hints of spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mc-occ-content\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mc-occ-content\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis beautiful Bonnet starts out straightforward on the palate, becoming very round, delicious and sweet. Fresh red fruit aromas (cherry) follow through to the palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"mc-occ-content\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"2018 Lurton Chateau Bonnet Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2018LurtonChateauBonnetMerlotCabernetSauvignonfruit_1024x1024.png?v=1698223031\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003eProduction\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrapes come from clay-limestone hilltop vineyards of Grézillac in the Entre-deux-Mers. Aged 12 months in 20% new oak barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e91 points from Decanter Magazine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.5019%; height: 19px;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4981%; height: 19px;\"\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.5019%; height: 19px;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4981%; height: 19px;\"\u003e750ml\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.5019%; height: 19px;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4981%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.5019%; height: 19px;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4981%; height: 19px;\"\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.5019%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAlcohol content\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4981%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e14% alc vol \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.5019%; height: 19px;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4981%; height: 19px;\"\u003e10.9 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.5019%; height: 19px;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4981%; height: 19px;\"\u003eRed Blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.5019%; height: 19px;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4981%; height: 19px;\"\u003eContains Sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 68.9531px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.5019%; height: 68.9531px;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4981%; height: 68.9531px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNuanced and developed wines go well with rustic meat dishes. You can also pair them with cheese or enjoy them on their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTry with reindeer steak, entrecôte or hard, aged cheeses, such as Gouda, Parmesan or Manchego.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.5019%; height: 19px;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4981%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eGrézillac in the Entre-deux-Mers\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.5019%; height: 19px;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4981%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBordeaux\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North South Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55374142636408,"sku":null,"price":15.83,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2015LurtonChateauBonnetMerlotCabernetSauvignon.png?v=1702475276"},{"product_id":"2023-waterkloof-circle-of-life-red","title":"2023 Waterkloof 'Circle of Life' Red","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA rewarding and satisfyingly juicy mix of Cab Franc, Petit Verdot and Syrah. Circle of Life tells the story of Waterkloof: a once conventionally farmed property transformed into a living, breathing organic and regenerative vineyard by Farm Manager Christiaan Loots and his team.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA harmonious blend that combines the spiciness of Syrah, the ripe, youthful fruits of Petit Verdot and the juiciness from Cabernet Franc. The beginning is fresh and full of fruit with good acidity, evolving into riper flavours with lightly spicy notes. Elegant tannins and fine, bright acid on the finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"2020 Waterkloof 'Circle of Life'\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2020_Waterkloof_Circle_of_Life_Red_49fefc9e-5447-4c92-9989-7721ed1ed895_1024x1024.png?v=1717594607\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"award-status\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCircle of Life Red is neither defined by grape varietals, nor indeed a specific block within the vineyard, but instead encapsulates the myriad soils, aspects, altitudes and grape varieties found on this windswept, biodynamic farm. The windswept vineyard blocks are all south facing (less sun exposure), 200-350m above sea-level and a mere 2 miles from The Atlantic. These factors combine to produce low yields, balanced grapes and wines with a true sense of place. Production is a miserly 4 tons\/hectare. Grapes are hand-harvested and brought to the cellar by horses for hand-sorting. Bordeaux varietals are de-stemmed, whilst Rhone varietals are whole bunch pressed. Fermentation takes place spontaneously with wild yeast in large, open-top wooden fermenters with foot-pressing or manual punch-downs 1-2 times per day. The wine is left on skins for 30 days before going through malolactic fermentation in mainly old barrels, then ageing for 20 months in the same vessels. The components are then blended and the wine ages futher in large wooden foudre. No fining, just a light filtration. No additons other than sulphur. Vegan friendly, biodynamic wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded by Paul Boutinot in 2004, Waterkloof is a family-owned farm using organic practices. The farm is perched high up on the windswept Schapenberg, overlooking False Bay and The Atlantic Ocean. Living soils, naturally low yields and a long growing season help provide talented Cellarmaster Nadia Barnard with naturally balanced grapes that are imbued with a truly defining sense of origin. Those grapes are then transformed into wine with a minimum of intervention. The resulting wines are fine, inimitable and best enjoyed with food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSustainability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\nAs well as being ECOCERT certified as organic, and working biodynamically, Waterkloof goes much further than many in its efforts to be a highly sustainable winery. A member of The Integrated Production of Wine Scheme, a voluntary environmental sustainability scheme established by the South African wine industry in 1998, and of The Wine and Agricultural Ethical Trading Association, a multi-stakeholder, non-profit voluntary organisation which actively promotes ethical trade in the wine industry, it is has also been a member of the World Wildlife Fund’s Biodiversity \u0026amp; Wine Initiative from its inception. Through a partnership between the IPW and the BWI, Waterkloof is a WWF Conservation Champion and has in place a formal nature conservation plan that includes: clearing approximately 55 hectares of land from alien invader species and restoring the Cape’s precious indigenous flora and fauna; re-establishing natural vegetation in previously disturbed areas; introducing preventive erosion control measures; providing migration corridors for species between isolated areas of natural vegetation; mulching of winter cover crops to create a healthy environment for the natural predators of vine pests and installing perches for birds of prey for natural rodent control measures.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the vineyards, drip irrigation is used only on young vines as a more efficient system to conserve water. Most of Waterkloof is dry-farmed; the biological control of pests is employed as an alternative to chemical spraying; annual legume cover crops are sown to add nitrogen to the soil and annual grain cover crops are sown in alternate rows as a carbon source and to return nutrients to the soil; earthworms are farmed and their casts are used to make a tea, which is used on the cover crops and soil as a living fertiliser; 380-400 tons of compost a year are made each year to boost carbon matter in the soil, to enhance its water holding capacity, and to boost the level of microbes in the soil keeping it fertile and alive; and, as part of the estate’s biodynamic regime, various foliar feeds are made. No damaging herbicides, pesticides or fungicide are used, only natural predatory fungi and metabolites to control mildew and to build the plants’ immunity. Six Percheron horses are used to plough, compost, spray and harvest the vineyards to reduce damage to the soil and vines and to reduce carbon emissions. Using the horses also teaches the handlers the rare skill of training these horses. A flock of chickens reduces the number of pests in the vineyard and returns nitrogen to the soil and compost, as well as providing fresh, free-range eggs for the restaurant. A small herd of cows is kept, which is key to producing biodynamic composts and teas, and a flock of sheep and a herd of goats are allowed to graze in the vineyards in winter to naturally reduce the level of weeds and vegetation between vine rows, as well as to put nitrogen back into the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cellar, waste water gets pumped through a stainless-steel filter into a bioreactor where it is combined with the rest of the waste water from the building. Aerobic bacteria remove most of the contaminants before the water is pumped into a sand bed to remove any solids. From there, it runs into a reed bed for a final clean up and it is then used to irrigate the young vines. Peroxide is used a cleaning agent in the cellar as it breaks down in water after 15 minutes, leaving no residue. The cellar itself is built into the hillside to maintain a stable temperature, to avoid pumping the wines and hence reducing energy usage. Used boxes, dividers, bottles, screwcaps, plastics, paper and labels are recycled with an external company that take everything away for recycling. Old, unused bottles are sold to bottle recyclers who wash and resell them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e38% Cabernet Franc, 28% Merlot, 18% Syrah, 16% Petit Verdot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAlcohol content\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e12.5% alc vol \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e9.4 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eRed Wine Blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eAwaiting info\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetarian, Vegan, Sustainable, Natural\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis very versatile wine will complement numerous dishes from a tomato based stew to meat on the bone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eStellenbosch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eWO Stellenbosch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48622097072419,"sku":"FBW903","price":13.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2020WaterkloofCircleofLifeRed.png?v=1717591928"},{"product_id":"2012-chateau-couhins-lurton-grand-vin-de-graves","title":"2012 Château Couhins-Lurton Grand Vin De Graves","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe special clay-gravel terroir of Château Couhins-Lurton has given birth to a great left bank Merlot: it stands out in the appellation for its extreme finesse and intensity of fruit on the finish. Its nobility and ageing potential are a credit to its rank.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColour\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntense, black-rimmed with violet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose is dominated by the fruit: the ripe black cherry and blackberry aromas are intense but delicately highlighted by mild tobacco and lightly roasted notes. Very skillful barrel aging allows the oak to blend perfectly as a counterpoint to the fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery smooth, appears fat and soft… The tannins are ripe, melting and remarkably dense. Often described as jammy, but there are also spices and mild tobacco in the mix. The finish is long and lingering, with fruit that coats the palate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"2009 COUHINS-LURTON\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2009COUHINS-LURTON_1024x1024.png?v=1701780950\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFermentation in thermo-regulated stainless steel vats and aged for 12 months in oak barrels (40% new) with racking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile January and February were colder than average, 2009 was nevertheless a warm year (one of the warmest in a century). There was a great deal of sunshine and a remarkable drought during the summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReview \u0026amp; Awards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJancisRobinson.com 17.5\/20\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"Really very subtle on the nose with some development at the rim and it has been judged just right - both texture and flavour are great. Better than many a grand cru. So much pleasure and balance. Opulent but not sweet or fat or raisined. Drink 2016-2028.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Wine Spectator 94\/100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"Loads of crushed sweet berries on the nose, with fresh herbs and licorice. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, polished and soft texture on the end. And plenty of fruit. So pretty. Really impressive red from here.\" (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e2012\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMerlot 77% \/ Cabernet Sauvignon 23%\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e14.5% alc vol \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e10.5 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eDietary Information\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eVegetarian Approved\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eContains sulphites \u0026amp; egg fining agents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEnjoy with slow-cooked or roast meats. Delightful with confit. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eCan age up to 10-15 years\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eAOC Pessac-Léognan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North South Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48631244161315,"sku":null,"price":51.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2012_Chateau_Couhins-Lurton_Grand_Vin_De_Graves.png?v=1721647276"},{"product_id":"2020-waterkloof-boreas","title":"2020 Waterkloof Boreas","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA wine is only bottled under the Waterkloof label when one of the vineyard blocks on the Schapenberg offers up something extraordinary. This fourth such release from a great vintage for reds is a wonderfully complex Bordeaux blend, predominantly Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSublimely complex aromas of redcurrant, plum and red cherry with cedary spice and a hint of pencil shaving. The predominance of Cabernet Franc gives a wine of subtlety and elegance with lifted berry fruit and a supple, finely structured mid palate. Firm yet fine tannins frame the spicy, ethereal finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"2020 Waterkloof Boreas\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2020_Waterkloof_Boreas_1024x1024.png?v=1726664215\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"award-status\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wine is made under the Waterkloof label, only when one of their vineyard blocks on The Schapenberg offers up something extraordinary. They made their first in 2005 – a Sauvignon Blanc. Finally, seventeen years later their best block of Chenin made the grade and so a second was borne from the outstanding white wine vintage of 2021. Since taking over as winemaker in 2013, having previously been assistant since 2009, Nadia Langenegger and her team have really begun to get the best out of Waterkloof’s red grapes. They believe in evolution rather than revolution and a few modifications were implemented, notably, foot-treading to extract the juice and tannin more gently. Hard work indeed, but also quite fun…well at least the first couple each year are. They have 20 wooden fermenters to get through! The changes have really paid off, even throughout the challenging drought vintages of 2017-2019, but even more so with the help of the fantastic red wine vintage of 2020. Testament to this improvement was a first Platter’s 5 Star Award for not just one but two of our red wines in 2021 – Circle of Life Red 2019 and The Last of The First Pinotage 2020. With the long drought having finally broken, tasting the 2020 red wines from barrel we quickly realized that this would be the first vintage to offer up a Waterkloof red and along came Waterkloof Syrah 2020. However, such was the quality of the red wines across various blocks and grapes on Waterkloof, we also trialed a blend from their best parcels of Bordeaux grape varieties (51% Cabernet Franc\/25% Merlot\/14% Petit Verdot\/10% Cabernet Sauvignon). The result? Waterkloof’s vinous apogee, named after the fiercest wind god and face of Waterkloof – BOREAS. A selection of grapes from across the estate's best blocks of Bordeaux varieties grown at an altitude of 240-250m. Average yield 17 hl\/ha. Hand-picked and hand-sorted grapes were whole bunch pressed (other than Cabernet Sauvignon) and naturally fermented in old, open-top, French oak foudres. Gentle maceration with foot treading and manual punch-downs. Ageing took place in French oak barriques and 9,000 ltr old oak foudres for 27 months. No fining, minimal filtration, no additions other than sulphur. 13,390 bottles 2020 produced. Offering great enjoyment in its youth, especially once decanted for a couple of hours, BOREAS has a long future ahead and will develop in complexity over the next 10-15+ years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded by Paul Boutinot in 2004, Waterkloof is a family-owned, organic, biodynamic and WWF Biodiversity Champion farm perched high up on the windswept Schapenberg, overlooking False Bay and The Atlantic Ocean. Living soils, naturally low yields and a long growing season help provide talented young Cellarmaster Nadia Barnard with naturally balanced grapes that are imbued with a truly defining sense of origin. Those grapes are then transformed into wine with a minimum of intervention. The resulting wines are fine, inimitable and best enjoyed with food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSustainability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as being ECOCERT certified as organic, and working biodynamically, Waterkloof goes much further than many in its efforts to be a highly sustainable winery. To learn more please visit their \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.waterkloofwines.co.za\/biodynamic-farming\/biodynamic-organic-farming\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewebsite\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 294px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet Franc 51%, Merlot 25%, Petit Verdot 14%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n14% alc vol \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e10.5 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAwaiting info\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetarian, Vegan, Sustainable, Natural\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecant the wine two hours prior to serving to perfectly complement a rib of beef or a similar dish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eStellenbosch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eWO Stellenbosch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53595771240824,"sku":null,"price":29.91,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2020WaterkloofBoreas.png?v=1726662824"},{"product_id":"2021-raats-dolomite-cabernet-franc","title":"2021 Raats, Dolomite Cabernet Franc","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eCrafted with a commitment to excellence and a deep passion for winemaking, this wine captures the quintessence of its terroir, providing a window into the heart and soul of the winemaking heritage of Stellenbosch.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDolomite wines express great purity of fruit and balanced elegance. The nose shows dark and red cherry. Dark berries, spiciness and herbs linger on the palate. The wine has great purity of fruit with a hint of wet-stone minerality and a velvet soft finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"2021 Raats, Dolomite Cabernet Franc\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/5_Images_25_1024x1024.png?v=1730122727\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAfter making wine around the world and honing his craft in the Cape, Bruwer Raats established Raats Family Wines in 2000, based on a policy of ‘excellence through specialisation’, focusing on two unfashionable grapes varieties at the time, Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc.Purchasing the only land he could afford, some relatively cheap and ‘undesirable’ plots in the Polkadraai Hills, it soon became apparent that the unique granite-based terroir was producing some incredible wines, and is now recognised as one of the finest wards in Stellenbosch. His Eden High Density Single Vineyard Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc, and the iconic MR de Compostella hold a place as some of South Africa’s finest wines and sit comfortably amongst the best expressions of the varieties on the planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from Stellenbosch and are grown only on decomposed dolomite granite soils. This lends itself to great acidity, freshness and an extended mineral finish. Individual vineyard blocks were hand-picked at perfect ripeness during February.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrapes were hand sorted three times, crushed and left to cold soak on the skins for five days. After fermentation at a temperature of 28°C, the grapes were basket pressed before malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Aged in oak for 14 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eAccolades \u0026amp; Awards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTim Atkin South Africa Report 2024 91 Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e'Dolomite is always the most floral and approachable of Bruwer Raats' quartet of Cabernet Francs, aged in an equal combination of older oak and concrete. Tarragon, green pepper and graphite aromas are a scented prelude to a palate of tomato leaf and black cherry and a crunchy finish.' 2025-30. 91 Points, TA, 2024.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e100% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n14.7% abv\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e11 units per bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eRed Wine \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e2023 - 2027\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eFood Matching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfectly complements Game Bird with Red Wine Sauce, Beef Fillet, and Pork Loin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eStellenbosch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eWO Western Cape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Alliance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53629332029816,"sku":null,"price":13.63,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2022Raats_DolomiteCabernetFranc.png?v=1730117649"},{"product_id":"2023-waterkloof-circumstance-mourvedre","title":"2023 Waterkloof 'Circumstance Mourvèdre'","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMourvèdre is perfect for Waterkloof, with its head in the sun and feet in the sea, and is the most planted red grape on this biodynamic farm. The outstanding 2020 may be the best vintage yet!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn elegant rendition of this often unruly varietal. Ripe, dark fruit with graphite notes on the nose with wild herb and lifted red berry aromas. Robust and concentrated with the dense yet fine tannins typical of the variety and with a freshness and lightness of touch, thanks to high natural acidity and moderate alcohol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/4_Images_51_1024x1024.png?v=1748259251\" alt=\"2020 Waterkloof 'Circumstance Mourvedre'\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"award\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"award-status\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiving soils and a natural approach to winemaking means that each of the single-varietal wines in the Circumstance range is truly defined by the circumstances influencing the chosen varietal and vineyard blocks, including soil, aspect, altitude and vintage. The Mourvèdre comes from two windswept, south-facing blocks 270-300m above and a mere 2 miles from The Atlantic. These factors combine to produce low yields, balanced grapes and wines with a true sense of place. Production was just 2 tonnes per hectare in 2020. Mourvèdre is one of the few varietals with enough wind-resistance to plant as bush-vine on Waterkloof. Grapes are hand-harvested and brought to the cellar by horses for hand-sorting. Bunches are sorted and whole-bunch fermentation happens spontaneously with wild yeast in large, open-top wooden fermenters. Manual punch-downs or foot-pressing take place 1-2 times per day and the wine is left on skins for 30 days before going through malolactic fermentation in old 600 litre barrels then ageing for 24 months in the same vessels. No fining, just a light filtration. No additons other than sulphur. Vegan friendly, regeneratively farmed wine. 10 barrels made.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded by Paul Boutinot in 2004, Waterkloof is a family-owned, organic, biodynamic and WWF Biodiversity Champion farm perched high up on the windswept Schapenberg, overlooking False Bay and The Atlantic Ocean. Living soils, naturally low yields and a long growing season help provide talented young Cellarmaster Nadia Barnard with naturally balanced grapes that are imbued with a truly defining sense of origin. Those grapes are then transformed into wine with a minimum of intervention. The resulting wines are fine, inimitable and best enjoyed with food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSustainability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as being ECOCERT certified as organic, and working biodynamically, Waterkloof goes much further than many in its efforts to be a highly sustainable winery. To learn more please visit their \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.waterkloofwines.co.za\/biodynamic-farming\/biodynamic-organic-farming\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewebsite\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Mourvèdre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n13.5% alc vol \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e10.1 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eAwaiting info\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetarian, Vegan, Sustainable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be paired with a variety of dishes but should show well with wild boar or lamb on the grill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eStellenbosch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.6016%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.6641%;\"\u003eWO Stellenbosch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55143943963000,"sku":null,"price":17.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2020_Waterkloof_CircumstanceMourvedre_e.png?v=1748258123"},{"product_id":"2019-chevalier-de-lascombes-margaux","title":"2019 Chevalier de Lascombes Margaux","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFresh, vibrant fruit! The Chevalier immediately presents a captivating expression of the Estate. It embodies all the charm and silkiness one would anticipate from a great Margaux. The tannins are structured yet supple, making it delightful to enjoy young or after a few years of aging in the cellar for the discerning enthusiast.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eripe black cherry, plum, and red currant\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eon the nose, layered with hints of\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003espice, chocolate, and tobacco. The palate is rich and velvety, with a generous fruit core and supple tannins. 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The wine is crafted as the château’s second label, offering a more approachable expression of the estate’s terroir while maintaining the elegance and structure typical of Margaux wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau Lascombes itself dates back to the 17th century and is currently owned by Lawrence Family Wine Estates, with Axel Heinz—formerly of Ornellaia and Masseto—at the helm as CEO and winemake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAlcohol content\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e14% alc vol \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.5 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFood Match\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePairs elegantly with roast lamb or duck, beef wellington an mature cheeses such as Comte, Gruyere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCellaring information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 - 20 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains sulphites, vegetarian, vegain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMargaux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55177675112824,"sku":null,"price":43.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2019ChevalierdeLascombesMargaux.png?v=1750857378"},{"product_id":"2019-chateau-lascombes-margaux-grand-cru-classe","title":"2019 Chateau Lascombes Margaux Grand Cru Classe","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cem\u003eDepth, complexity, and graceful power characterize this wine, which reveals all its qualities after long aging in the bottle.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntense aromas of blackcurrant jelly, black raspberries, and Black Forest cake are intertwined with subtle hints of cedar, lilac, pencil shavings, and crushed rocks. On the palate, it presents a medium to full-bodied profile, featuring ripe, finely grained tannins and a vibrant core of crunchy black fruits, in a lingering mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/6_Images_42_1024x1024.png?v=1750860801\" alt=\"2019 Chateau Lascombes Margaux Grand Cru Classe\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom September 19th to October 7th. Hand harvesting in several passes, according to the level of maturity of the plots. Meticulous sorting in \u003cbr\u003ethe vines and in the vatroom.  Gentle vinification by infusion. Cold maceration. \u003cbr\u003eMaceration period from 30 to 35 days decided by daily tastings.  Aged in barrels and casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe producer of\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eChevalier de Lascombes Margaux is\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eChâteau Lascombes, a historic Second Growth estate located in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux. The wine is crafted as the château’s second label, offering a more approachable expression of the estate’s terroir while maintaining the elegance and structure typical of Margaux wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau Lascombes itself dates back to the 17th century and is currently owned by Lawrence Family Wine Estates, with Axel Heinz—formerly of Ornellaia and Masseto—at the helm as CEO and winemake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003e2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAlcohol content\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e14% alc vol \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003e10.5 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003eFood Match\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn excellent accompaniment to Beef Wellington, Ribeye Steak, or Duck Breast served with cherry or plum sauce, as well as a traditional lamb shank or roasted leg of lamb.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003eCellaring information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003eUp to 40 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003eContains sulphites, vegetarian, vegain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.896%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 76.7327%;\"\u003eMargaux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55177728196984,"sku":null,"price":61.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2019ChateauLascombesMargauxGrandCruClasse.png?v=1750859458"},{"product_id":"2015-la-dame-de-montrose-saint-estephe","title":"2015 La Dame de Montrose Saint-Estephe","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"p2\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2015 La Dame de Montrose produced by the prestigious Château Montrose, represents the second wine of this renowned estate situated the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn intense deep red colour, the second selection of Château Montrose is marked by the terroir: a powerful and expressive nose with complex aromas of black fruit, fine oak, toasty and smoky. The attack on the palate is rich and full. The mid palate, round and completely in harmony, reveals supple and silky tannins. Good length, with aromas of very ripe fruit on the finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/4_Images_58_1024x1024.png?v=1750863600\" alt=\"2015 La Dame de Montrose Saint-Estephe\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2015 started with a colder winter than in previous years. The start of the season, mild and quite sunny, favoured early bud burst. Quick and uniform flowering took place at the start of June thanks to the exceptional climatic conditions. June and July were dry, marked by water stress leading to a clear slow-down in the development of the vine.  Véraison took place early and in a very uniform way between 21 July and 10 August.  The showers in September gave us the measure, once again, of the qualities of our terroir: drainage was perfect, and the Cabernet Sauvignon on the plateau bordering the estuary \u003cbr\u003ebenefited from a very beneficial drying wind.  Harvest started from15 September with an increased team of pickers and continued at a sustained pace until 8 October when picking finished.  The grapes were of very good quality, and we further strengthened our ultra-precise plot selection, which sometimes involved several passes through a plot in the search for optimum \u003cbr\u003eripeness.  In the cellar, the reception line allowed for precision work: 3 sorting tables for bunches preceded double sorting of the berries, optical then by hand.  The vinification, respectful of the identity of our terroir, was tailor-made in tanks of sizes adapted to each of the 55 batches that make up our blending palette. To these were added 7 batches resulting from the precision work carried out at the press.  At the time of blending, the richness of the batches allowed us to be extremely precise in the selection for the grand vin, the most drastic in 15 years.  The first tastings put this vintage among the great years of Château Montrose. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe producer of the 2015 La Dame de Montrose Saint-Estèphe is Château\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eMontrose, a prestigious Second Growth estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux. La Dame de Montrose is the château’s second wine, crafted with the same care and terroir expression as the Grand Vin but designed to be more approachable in its youth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau Montrose has a long-standing reputation for producing structured, age-worthy wines and is currently owned by the Bouygues family, who have invested significantly in sustainability and precision winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 55%,  Merlot 41 %, Petit Verdot 4 %  \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAlcohol content\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e13.5% alc vol \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.1 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFood Match\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePerfect for hearty pairings with herb-crusted rack of lamb, steak or duck with olives or cherry sauce.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCellaring information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAwaiting info\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains sulphites, vegetarian, vegan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChateau Montrose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55177756672376,"sku":null,"price":61.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2015LaDamedeMontroseSaint-Estephe.png?v=1750861707"},{"product_id":"2023-paolo-leo-millefiori-appassimento","title":"2023 Paolo Leo Millefiori Appassimento","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA deliciously rich expressive red!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wine has a lovely and intense ruby-red colour with a bouquet reminiscent of cherries, dried fruit, chocolate and prunes. On the palate it is full-bodied, soft and round, with a pleasant spiciness and an amazingly long and lingering finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/4_Images_60_1024x1024.png?v=1751978358\" alt=\"2023 Paolo Leo Millefiori Appasimento\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cellars occupy a total area of about 24,000 square meters. The first is located in the heart of the Salice Salentino DOC (San donaci) the second, inaugurated in August 2020, is located at the gates of the Primitivo di Manduria DOC (Monteparano).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are equipped with a state-of-the-art winemaking plant, a large barrel cellar and a modern cutting-edge bottling line capable of reaching 7000 bottles per hour. The winery is flanked by the farm Masseria Carritelli that is surrounded by vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eViticulture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"css-1uyyn5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"css-lgbo0i\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"css-113yebh\"\u003eThe grapes are selected from low-yielding vineyards in province of Verona. The grapes are inter-planted and trained using the typical pergola Veronese and Guyot methods. Plant density is 4.200 vines per hectare with an average yield of no more than 1,4 kg of grapes per plant. The grapes are carefully picked by hand in early October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"css-1uyyn5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"css-kb1ya\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"css-lgbo0i\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"css-113yebh\"\u003eApproximately 60% of the picked grapes are placed in small wooden crates of 5 kg each. The crates are then placed in the “fruttaio,” a well aerated loft, and are left there to dry at a controlled temperature and humidity until December. During this “appassimento” the grapes will lose up to 50% of their original weight in water, thus concentrating their color, substance and aromas. The grapes which are not dried are immediately vinified. After de-stemming, the grapes are not crushed, allowing them to remain intact, reducing damage to the skins and optimizing color extraction. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 25-26°C for 8-10 days. Frequent remontage and delestage are carried out in the early stages of fermentation in order to achieve softextraction of aromas and gentle tannins. After racking, malolactic bacteria are added to induce a second fermentation. In late December the dried grapes are vinified. After de-stemming, the grapes are crushed and placed in stainless steel tanks, where selected yeasts are added. A very slow fermentation is initiated which will last approximately 30 days at a controlled temperature of 24°C. Here too frequent remontage and delestage are carried out in the early stages of fermentation in order to achieve soft extraction of aromas and gentle tannins. After racking, malolactic bacteria are added to induce a second fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 337.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 22px;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 22px;\"\u003e2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 22px;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 22px;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 22px;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 22px;\"\u003eCorvino, Merlot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 22px;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 22px;\"\u003eItaly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 22px;\"\u003eAlcohol content \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 22px;\"\u003e13.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 22px;\"\u003e10.1 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 22px;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 22px;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 28.3px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 28.3px;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 28.3px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eRoasted meat, game and aged cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAwaiting info\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 22px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 22px;\"\u003eVegan \u0026amp; Vegetarian\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 22px;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 22px;\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 22px;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 22px;\"\u003ePuglia IGP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.4604%; height: 22px;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.3597%; height: 22px;\"\u003ePuglia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North South Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55195159691640,"sku":null,"price":12.31,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2023PaoloLeoMillefioriAppassimento.png?v=1751976728"},{"product_id":"2019-enira-bessa-valley-bulgaria","title":"2019 Enira, Bessa Valley, Bulgaria","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"sku\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhere Mountain Meets Vine – A Bold Balkan Beauty!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"p2\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wine has an attractive, dark garnet colour. Intense aromas reveal a magnificent bouquet consist of plum, red cherry, forest fruits, milk chocolate and vanilla. The palate is dense, round with a distinctive silkiness indicating the perfect balance between ripe fruit and oak tannins. Superb softness and long-lasting end completed this remarkable wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/5_Images_48.png?v=1762267221\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes are hand-picked, then carefully selected on sorting tables. Cold maceration of whole berries is performed from 5 to 8 days at 16C. Alcohol fermentation with addition of selected yeast strains is controlled at 26-28C during 8-10 days, in order to reach 3-4 g\/l residual sugar, followed by maceration from 5 to 8 days in concrete thermoregulated tanks. Malolactic fermentation continues in tanks, then ageing for about 12 months in oak barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCount Stephan von Neipperg, owner of several famous Bordeaux properties including Châteaux Canon La Gaffelière and La Mondotte, deliberately sought out Bulgaria’s Bessa Valley, where the wonderful clay-limestone soils displayed the potential to make great wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the shadow of the dramatic Rhodope Mountains, these soils provide the structure, strength and minerality that enable Stephan to create wonderful wines, full of power and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBessa Valley is located on the hills between the Rhodope Mountains and Maritsa River. The climate is continental – hot summer and cold winter. The terroir is influenced by the river and the mountain. Rainfalls are at usual level. The soil in the Valley is loamy and clay-stony, mixed with limestone. The limestone rock is half a meter under the soil layer. 140 Hectares of vines are planted with Merlot, Syrah, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5618%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4382%;\"\u003e2019\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5618%;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4382%;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5618%;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4382%;\"\u003e42% Merlot, 36% Syrah, 12% Petit Verdot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5618%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4382%;\"\u003eBulgaria\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5618%;\"\u003eAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4382%;\"\u003e14.5% alcohol \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5618%;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4382%;\"\u003e10.9 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5618%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4382%;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5618%;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4382%;\"\u003eVegetarian \u0026amp; Vegan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5618%;\"\u003eDietary Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4382%;\"\u003eContains Sulphites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5618%;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4382%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA sumptuous accompaniment to dark meats like roast beef or game.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5618%;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4382%;\"\u003eBessa Valley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alliance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55349214314872,"sku":null,"price":17.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2019Enira_BessaValley_Bulgaria.png?v=1762265117"},{"product_id":"2024-ventisquero-explorador-merlot","title":"2024 Ventisquero Explorador Merlot","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Ventisquero Explorador - the adventure begins- pays homage to the Exploradores \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eglacier (or \"Ventisquero\" in spanish) in Southern Chile and all the adventurers who begin \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ethe tour of our wines.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers a vibrant, youthful aroma of plum, cherry, and cassis with a touch of spice. The palate is smooth and well-balanced, with silky tannins that beautifully blend the fruit and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/4_Images_71_1024x1024.png?v=1778761810\" alt=\"2024 Ventisquero Explorador Merlot\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVinification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe selected clusters were transported to the winery, where they underwent a \u003cbr\u003elow-temperature pre-fermentative maceration o bring out the maximum colour and \u003cbr\u003earomas. Then the must was fermented in stainless steel tanks at a controlled \u003cbr\u003etemperature of between 24°C and 26°C.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVentisquero has the only wines in the world from the Atacama desert, making wines \u003cbr\u003efurther north than any other winery in Chile. Ventisquero makes wines in all other \u003cbr\u003ecardinal points, the west, east and south making them a winery of diversity and \u003cbr\u003edistinction. They are family owned, with 100% estate vineyards and one of the founding \u003cbr\u003ewineries to push the sustainability movement in Chile. With award winning Chief \u003cbr\u003ewinemaker Felipe Tosso at the helm and world recognised winemaker John Duval, they \u003cbr\u003econtinue to take Ventisquero ‘a step beyond’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlan's Personal Tasting Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-1 fusion_builder_column_inner_4_5 4_5 fusion-flex-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\"Medium bodied with lovely, ripe multicolour fruits. I get cherry, plum, blackberry and strawberry, with a hint of pepper and spice, all wrapped up in a smooth, soft, velvety finish. It’s entry level price but not entry level flavours which means it overdelivers in value terms.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApril 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-5 fusion_builder_column_inner_4_5 4_5 fusion-flex-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.1938%; height: 22px;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.8062%; height: 22px;\"\u003e2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.1938%; height: 22px;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.8062%; height: 22px;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.1938%; height: 22px;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.8062%; height: 22px;\"\u003e85% Merlot, 15% Syrah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.1938%; height: 22px;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.8062%; height: 22px;\"\u003eChile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.1938%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAlcohol content\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.8062%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e13% alc vol \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.1938%; height: 22px;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.8062%; height: 22px;\"\u003e9.75 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.1938%; height: 22px;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.8062%; height: 22px;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.1938%; height: 22px;\"\u003eAging Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.8062%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThis wine can be enjoyed now, but it has the potential to be aged for at least 15 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.1938%; height: 22px;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.8062%; height: 22px;\"\u003eContains sulphites, vegan. vegetarian.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 66px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.1938%; height: 66px;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.8062%; height: 66px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBest served at between 16°C and 18°C. This wine pairs well with semi-mature cheese, \u003cbr\u003ewhite meat and pasta dishes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.1938%; height: 8px;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.8062%; height: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\"\u003eLa Roblería Vineyard, Colchagua Valley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North South Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55558161924472,"sku":null,"price":8.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2024VentisqueroExploradorMerlot.png?v=1778760075"},{"product_id":"2024-bodegas-ochoa-rosado-de-lagrima-teardrop-rose","title":"2024 Bodegas Ochoa Rosado De Lagrima - Teardrop Rose","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sub-title color-main-text text-s mt-2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e The \"Now\" series is an invitation to enjoy the moment.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e Each wine in this collection captures a value that is fundamental to the Ochoa family. resilience, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003etradition, honesty, the celebration of friendship, or the quest of joy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sub-title color-main-text text-s mt-2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“De Lágrima” means “from the tear” in Spanish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful bright pink color with slight lilac tones, a result of its youth. On the nose, aromas of red and fresh fruits like currant and strawberry prevail. On the palate, it is long and complex with some balsamic notes that give it personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mg-clear text-center text-sm-left btn-resize-mode h5-2-style tc-6353\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/1_Image_30_1024x1024.png?v=1785330947\" alt=\"2024 Bodegas Ochoa Rosado De Lagrima - Teardrop Rose\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mg-clear text-center text-sm-left btn-resize-mode h5-2-style tc-6353\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade using the traditional “bleeding” method, hence its deep raspberry tone. During bleeding, the must stays in contact with the skins for 4 to 6 hours, and then it goes into a tank where it will ferment at 18ºC, which preserves the freshest and most delicate aromas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sixth generation of a family of winemakers and vine growers. Together with their team, they care for the vineyard daily with the goal of creating timeless wines that connect people. The values and knowledge passed on by the family have brought them to where they are today. Now, Adriana and Beatriz, represent this new era of Ochoa with courage, pride, and our unique style full of resilience, tradition, honesty, friendship and joy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 392.2px; width: 100.286%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e750ml\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e40% Garnacha, Merlot 40%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSpain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2125px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 39.2125px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nAlcohol content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 39.2125px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n13 % alc vol \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eUnits of Alcohol per Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003e9.75 units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eRose Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAwaiting info\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eSuggested Serving Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBetween 8 - 10 Celsius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 78.425px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 78.425px;\"\u003eFood Matches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 78.425px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI'm fresh like the summer breeze. I pair really well with everything from appetizers to rice dishes, pasta, white meats, and garden vegetables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.825px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 58.825px;\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 58.825px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eContains sulphites\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eNavarra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.3375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.1591%; height: 39.3375px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60.3875%; height: 39.3375px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Terroir Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55620146594168,"sku":null,"price":16.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/2024BodegasOchoaRosadoDeLagrima.png?v=1785329710"},{"product_id":"2025-salt-wind-merlot","title":"2025 Salt Wind Merlot","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIndulgence with a wink ripe fruit, silky texture, effortless pleasure.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium bodied red with flavours of red berries, cherries and some hints of vanilla. The \u003cbr\u003epalate is smooth and fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/5118\/8278\/files\/1_Image_32_1024x1024.png?v=1787136151\" alt=\"2025 Salt Wind Merlot\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVinification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGrapes are picked by hand in early morning and de-stemmed. nly free run juice is used. \u003cbr\u003eJuice is clarified by flotation and clean juice used for the fermentation. Selected yeast \u003cbr\u003eare used for a cold fermentation in stainless steel tank for 18 days. Wine is left on the \u003cbr\u003elees for 3 months before racking. Stabilization and filtration before bottling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerdeberg Group is one of South Africas leading wine producers and exporters with its head office situated in the shadows of the Paardeberg Mountain in Paarl. Established in 1941, we offer customers a complete solution to meet the ever-changing needs of \u003cbr\u003etheir consumers. The unique composition of our vineyards significantly contributes to the quality of our wines. These dry land bush vines create exceptional fruit concentration more than vines subjected to unnatural vineyard practices. The structure and complexity in these smaller berries bring intense colour, added body and bold flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlan's Personal Tasting Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This is the 2nd of the saltwind range that I’ve tasted, the 2025 Merlot, and it’s stunning! Medium, not FULL bodied, with very attractive damson \u0026amp; blackberry fruit, and the tiniest hint of spice in the back palate. But, like the Chenin, it’s the purity and freshness of fruit that is most amazing to me. You don’t generally get that freshness from South African fruit, it’s usually a lot fuller, jammy and richer than this fresh, smooth mouthful. Not a blockbuster, just an incredibly delicate, fruity wine that , in my opinion, must have been made by one of the new breed of SA female winemakers. 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