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- Abruzzo
- Alentejo Region
- Amarone DOCG
- Aude
- Bardolino DOC
- Barossa Valley
- Bordeaux
- California
- Casablanca Valley
- Castilla y León
- Chianti DOCG
- Clare Valley
- Colchagua Valley
- Coonawarra
- Dao Region
- Douro Valley
- IGP Collines Rhodaniennes
- Maipo Valley
- New South Wales
- Pays du Gard
- Piedmont
- Rapel Valley
- Rioja
- Sicily
- South Australia
- Tuscany DOCG
- Valpolicella DOC
- Victoria
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- Western Cape
- Aglianico
- Alicante Bouschet
- Aragonês
- Bobal
- Bonarda
- Brunello
- Cabernet Franc
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Carignan
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- Corvina
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- Grenache / Garnacha
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- Malvasia Nero
- Merlot
- Molinara
- Mourvèdre / Mataró / Monastrell
- Nebbiolo
- Petit Verdot
- Pinot Meunier
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- Pinotage
- Prieto Picudo
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- Sauvignon Blanc
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- Shiraz / Syrah
- Tempranillo
- Tinta Roriz
- Touriga Franca
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2019 Dominio de Calogia Ribera del Suetonius
Regular price £69.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%This is a wine of great depth that reflects its origin and shows the authenticity of its terroir, CALOGÍA.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Very intense cherry red, concentrated, almost opaque, with a purple rim, attractively vibrant and abundant hued legs.
Nose
Deep and very intense on the nose, with a marked varietal character in which the concentrated red fruit stands out. Very fine, barely perceptible wood and very well-defined balsamic undertones that give it fascinating complexity and subtlety.
Palate
Whole and vigorous on the palate. Fleshy and with nerve, very fresh. Excellent structure with great relief, although its tannins are of great quality, very fine and well developed, providing roundness, breadth and harmony on the palate. It is opulent, creamy, well-armed and with great potential, but it has an elegance, finesse and balance that make it truly spectacular in that very long finish.
Producer
Dominio de Calogia is the personal project of José Manuel Pérez Ovejas and his wife, Silvia Ortega, who was born in the spring of 2020. Conceived as a French domaine, an avant-garde design boutique winery, which appears surrounded by spectacular vineyards in an area unique between the municipalities of Roa and Pedrosa de Duero.
All the vineyards are owned by the winery and span a special terroir, Dominio de Calogia, a land that gives the winery its name and which defines the style of the wine from the start.
Authenticity and purity mark the style and philosophy of Dominio de Calogia, for this it is very important to know and understand the vineyard and look for low productions that give a high quality grape, but, above all, it is necessary to be yourself, faithful to his own style and completely impervious to influences or fashions of the moment. This is the only way to achieve a wine that transmits essence, depth.
Specifications
Year | 2019 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Tempranillo |
Country | Spain |
Alcohol content | 15% |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 11.3 units |
Type | Red |
Food Matches | Red & Game Meat |
Aging Potential | Its outstanding potential (15-20 years) is to be noted, which collectors of great wines will undoubtedly appreciate. |
Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Origin |
Castilla y León |
Appellation | Ribera del Duero |
2020 Elicio Grenache Merlot
Regular price £11.59 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%The "Elicio" wines ("evokes", "recalls", "remembers" in Latin) were created in the early 2000s, in memory of happy days spent in the heart of Provence, between Ventoux and Luberon.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Nose
The expressive nose reveals notes of red and black fruit jam, licorice and sweet pepper.
Palate
Earthy, juicy, luscious fruit - blackberry & blueberry. A bold mouthfeel coats the entire palate and a low acid leaves balanced tannins to slowly melt away.
The Region
Elicio Red Blend hails from the southern Rhône Valley. This region has a history of delivering excellence in a bottle. Elicio builds on this reputation by bringing you a smooth Grenache and Merlot red blend. However, a blend of Grenache and Merlot is rarely seen in the wine world, which makes this bottle unique. But don’t be scared, this uncommon combination has been blended into a wine that pairs deliciously with the warm summer weather.
This wine is an excellent pair with the early warmth of the year — the subtle sun rays on pale, wintered skin. This bottle is bold, packing a punch of earthiness and juicy, dripping fruit. With a bold mouthfeel, it really coats the entire palate sliding down the sides and leaving a dusty dry feeling. The acid is low and it leaves the tannins to slowly melt away on your palate.
Specifications.
Year | 2020 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 50% Grenache 50% Merlot |
Country | France |
Alcohol content
|
14.5% alc vol
|
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.5 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Food Pairings |
Light dishes and fresh cheeses.
|
Aging Potential | For immediate enjoyment |
Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Appellation | Mediterranean IGP |
2021 Tiki Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, North Canterbury
Regular price £19.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Colour
Intensely and brightly coloured wine with a ruby-red hue
Nose
Ruby red in colour this wine has a bright cherry nose supported by complex red and dark fruits, spiced cherry, cedar, mushroom and floral characters on the nose
Palate
The palate highlights bitter chocolate, cherry and cinnamon spice notes supported by fine acidity and a flowing finish. Nicely balanced and drinking beautifully.
Vintage
The 2021 vintage in Waipara, North Canterbury was warm and dry - good growing conditions. Heat summation was well up on average while rainfall was 50% less than normal over the last three months before harvest. The lower rainfall meant that disease pressure was not present, allowing the winemaker to be patient and instruct the picking of the fruit in absolute pristine condition and when tasted at their premium. The effects of this were enhanced fruit flavours creating a wine of great balance.
Winemaking
The fruit was harvested in excellent condition and gently handled in the cellar using traditional burgundian methods and aged for 12 months in French oak barriques.
Awards & Accolades
- 5 Stars - 93pts | Wine Orbit
Specifications
Year | 2021 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Pinot Noir |
Country | New Zealand |
Alcohol content
|
13% alc vol
|
Units of alcohol per bottle | 9.4 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | 2022 to 2025 – will continue to develop for a further 5 years. |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Food Matches | The perfect wine for any season - enjoy on a picnic with cheese, cold meats, patés and terrines. A wonderful match too with a mushroom risotto or with a delicious steak off the BBQ. |
Appellation | Waipara Valley, North Canterbury |
2017 Quinta da Falorca Traditional Blend
Regular price £20.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%From the heart of the River Dão - a classic profile, colour and flavour of the region.
Only 6823 bottles produced
Tasting Notes
A full-bodied and elegant wine, extremely well-balanced with red fruit aromas. Ripe red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, floral and earthy notes, in addition to menthol and spice touches. Fruit forward backed up by a good core of moderate tannins. It’s a lip-smacking, delicious wine with a finish that lingers in the mouth.
Production
Quinta Vale das Escadinhas is also known as Quinta da Falorca. In the hands of the fifth generation of the Figueiredo family, the winery is located in the heart of Dão - Silgueiros - and is essentially dedicated to the production of DOC wines using principles of sustainable agriculture. There are thirteen hectares of vineyards that produce red varieties, such as Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Afrocheiro, Tinta Pinheira and Jaen, and white varieties, such as Encruzado and Malvasia. Since 2000 the winery has been producing its Premium wine, Quinta da Falorca, and has several wines with 95 points on the Robert Parker scale
They are among the secret heroes of the international wine world. In his wines, wine lovers will find the individuality that is often lost in times of increasing globalization of wine taste: authentic, traditionally prepared wines with a radiant regional character, made from indigenous grape varieties in a small edition.
At Falorca, they always bring the Traditional Blend to the market after 4-5 years. This is purposefully kept off the market until they start drinking at their best especially as the Touriga is a grape with great aging potential and needs time to mature. The vineyards are on average 40-year-old vines with some vineyards over 70 years old. These contain over 30 different Touriga clones and this important genetic strain is carefully preserved by grafting cuttings from existing old vines onto new roots.
One of the reasons Quinta da Falorca wines are among the very best Portuguese wines is because the Falorca vineyards are able to produce ripe tannins and sugar levels in Touriga Nacional at 13-13.5% alcohol so the wines remain unprecedentedly elegant and don't become alcoholic bombs.
Specifications
Year | 2017 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | Touriga Nacional 33%, Rufete 28%, Jaen 21%, Alfrocheiro 12% and Tinta Roriz 6% |
Country | Portugal |
Alcohol content | 13.5% |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.1 units |
Type | Red |
Food Matches | Grilled red meats with mushroom-based sauces, lamb chops, pork fillet, game meats, sausages and hard cheese |
Cellaring Potential | 2022- 2029 |
Information | Sustainable farming methods |
Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Appellation | Dão DOC - Silgueiros |
2017 Alasia Barolo
Regular price £21.49 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Araldica's top-tier Barolo from selected vineyards. An approachable, richly-flavoured style expertly blended by Lella Burdese.
Tasting Notes
A fine, expressive style with Barolo's classic combination of mature, lightly floral aromas with richness and structure.
Nose
Dark plum, leather and delicate violet aromas, plus notes of woodsmoke and brown spice.
Palate
A full, firm and ripe red with rich, powerful flavours. All are balanced by ripe tannins, complex savoury notes and a long finish.
Production
Vines are trained on a low Guyot trellis at 4-5,000 vines/ha. The grapes were hand-harvested, de-stemmed and then crushed to small fermenters, for 12 days, with daily pumping-over. The wine was drained off at dryness, and the skins transferred to a small press. After pressing the wine was settled for two days, and then racked to stainless steel tanks for malolactic fermentation. After three years maturation in 50hl Slavonian oak casks it was racked from oak and gently fined.
Producer
Araldica is Piemonte's most forward-thinking co-operative, situated in Castel Boglione, in the heart of Barbera d'Asti territory. Here they work with 230 grower members to source quality grapes from around 690ha of vineyards. Many of their members joined the cooperative in the 1950s and have a long and loyal relationship with the winery. They produce wines from Piemonte's main DOC / DOCG regions - predominantly Barbera, Gavi and Moscato, but also including Barolo, Barbaresco and Roero Arneis.
Founded in 1954 by Livio Manera, father of the current Managing Director and winemaker Claudio Manera, Araldica has developed over the past 60+ years to become a major winemaking force in Piemonte, supplying wines across the globe. Claudio's wife Lella heads up quality control at Araldica, where she is responsible for the blending and approval of all wines.
Their son Carlo, also a qualified winemaker, is now part of the Araldica winemaking team. Livio pioneered developments in winemaking techniques - especially with regard to the production of Barbera - and Araldica have since continued to be instrumental in the distribution of Barbera and Gavi within the UK market and internationally. As Claudio states their aim is "...to provide a range that is both understandable and accessible. Quite simply, wine for drinking and enjoying."
Awards
- Silver IWSC 2021 (2016 Vintage)
Specifications
Year | 2017 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Nebbiolo |
Country | Italy |
Alcohol content | 14% |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.5 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Food Matches | Decant and drink with roasted red meats and game. |
Cellaring Potential | 2 years |
Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Origin | Piedmont |
2021 Les Pivoines Beaujolais Villages
Regular price £11.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Juicy, fresh and approachable - just what you want from Beaujolais Villages.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Juicy, super ripe and softly perfumed on the nose
Palate
Full of flavours of summer compote, with ripe tannins and vibrant acidity. Presenting an easy drinking wine with a soft, approachable finish.
Production
Gamay vines grown on the slopes of the rolling Beaujolais hills. Whole bunch Gamay is fermented using traditional carbonic maceration techniques. A short cuvaison is used in order to keep the up-front, juicy, fruit characters.
Producer
Like 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.
Samantha 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. Eric Monnin oversees every aspect of production and makes sure everything our winemakers blend and source is top quality.
Today, Boutinot’s French office has recently relocated to Macon, and has over 20 employees who take care of production across the whole of France, covering fresh whites and rosés from Gascony, mineral wines from Burgundy, and joyful varietal wines from Languedoc among others. We don’t use any single model to source our wines; instead, a combination of sources are used, from large-scale, high-quality co-ops to small, family growers and single domaines, as well as our own vineyards in Cairanne and Saint-Vérand. Drawing on the expertise of our four winemakers and a network of partner growers, we seek to deliver the highest quality-to-price ratio possible for every wine.
Specifications
Year | 2021 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Gamay |
Country | Beaujolais / Maconnais, France |
Alcohol content | 12.5% alc vol |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.8 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | Drinking within 2 years |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Food Matches | Good with a charcuterie platter, BBQ sausages or even a hearty salad; try the regional salade Beaujolaise - a poached egg with fried bacon strips on green salad ...and don't forget the garlic! |
Origin |
Beaujolais |
Appellation |
Beaujolais Villages |
2021 Mac Forbes EB77 Big Willy Nebbiolo
Regular price £30.00 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Perfumed, lithe and floral this is Nebbiolo at its most ethereal.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Oh so pale ruby in colour, with a slight rusty Neb tinge.
Nose
A floral and plump nose, red rose, red apple, confected cherry and ripe blood plum.
Palate
The palate is so, fresh and underpinned by sneaky hallmark Neb tannin. High acid, low alcohol, plenty of raspberry, cherry, spice, and savory tannin carrying the wine all the way to the back of the mouth. A lighter approach to the variety, a great light red pour or with a pizza!
It’s pure, fresh, and light as a feather. Delightful.
When Mac Forbes’ resident Brit Willy P accidentally blew the top off a puncheon, he inadvertently created the perfect open-top fermenter for making Nebbiolo and EB77 was born.
Fruit from Dixons Creek was fermented for 28 days in the newly crafted (!) open top fermenter and aged for 7 months in a combination of small and large old oak.
About Mac Forbes
If you love premium and artisanal Australian wine, Mac Forbes is a name you need to know. He’s not only one of the country’s most talented winemakers, but he’s one of the most influential spokesmen for promoting the concept of Australian ‘terroir’, believing that wine should represent a time and a place.
Mac specialises in single-vineyard Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet from the Yarra Valley. His wines are delicate and finely etched, characterised by subtlety and grace.
His Pinot Noirs are fine-boned, Chardonnays are loved by those who look for fruit purity rather than winemaking artifice in the variety, his array of off-dry Rieslings from the Strathbogie Ranges are some of the country's most unique.
And his ever-expanding range of experimental wines is a treasure-trove for the curious drinker and he is honestly one of the most genuine and affable winemakers you'll ever meet!
Specifications
Year | 2021 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Nebbiolo |
Country | Australia |
Alcohol content
|
11.5% alc vol
|
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 8.63 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | 2031 |
Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Origin |
Yarra Valley
|
Appellation | Victoria |
2014 Umathum Pinot Noir Unter den Terrassen
Regular price £34.61 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%'Under the Terraces'
Tasting Notes
Colour
Light ruby red
Nose
Extremely spicy on the nose, hints of raspberry, reminiscent of dried oranges, with hints of chocolate.
Palate
Very fine impressions of fennel, thyme and Mediterranean herbs on the palate, fresh finish.
Producer
Specifications
Year | 2014 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Pinot Noir |
Country | Austria |
Alcohol content
|
13% alc vol
|
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.8 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Features |
Organic and biodynamic practices |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Food Matches | Enjoy with chicken, pork, cheeses and fish too. Perfect as an aperitif. |
Origin | Neusiedlersee, Burgenland |
2019 Franco Conterno Barolo DOCG Pietrin
Regular price £44.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Pietrin, a wine dedicated to the winery’s founding great-grandfather, is a true traditional Barolo whose grapes come from the best cru located in the communes of Castiglione Falletto, Monforte d’Alba and Novello.
This is a wine for those in the know - the wine experts, a gift for the boss or to mark a special occasion.
Tasting Notes
It shows a rich bouquet that ranges from ripe fruit notes to sweet spices, while at the sip it is elegant, harmonious and with great power
Vineyards
It is quite possible that the Franco Conterno estate has one of the most enviable views of any winery. In the heart of the Langhe, in the hamlet of Bussia di Monforte d’Alba, the farm sits alone atop a tiny hill overlooking La Morra, Fontanafredda and Castiglione Falletto.
Franco Conterno comprises 28 hectares of vineyards, located in the territories of Monforte d’Alba, Barolo, Castiglione Falletto, Novello and Madonna di Como.
The labels bear the names of the most prestigious vineyards: Bussia and Panerole. The hectares of land are dedicated to the cultivation of Lampia and Michet Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Merlot, Freisa and Chardonnay. Bussia is the first cru to have been declared a member of the "modern" era.
As always, our growing techniques are specially chosen to bring together respect for the environment and agricultural work, as required by the Regional Rural Development Plan to which Franco Conterno first subscribed in 1996. All this is possible thanks to the extraordinary nature of the soil, made up of sand, silt and clay. The elevation above sea level ranges from 250 to 400 metres.
The soil, the extraordinary microclimate, and the excellent south/south-west exposure allow for the creation of wines with unique and valuable characteristics.
From 2015, Franco Conterno has been a certified organic company, dedicated to a production philosophy based on natural vineyard cultivation and a completely wholesome vinification process.
History
In the heart of the Langhe, in the hamlet of Bussia di Monforte d’Alba, is Cascina Sciulun, a typical historic farmhouse, constructed according to Piedmont architectural traditions. Built in the mid-nineteenth century and extended in the 1940s, the house has always belonged to the Conterno family.
The company Franco Conterno has deep roots, and has been a part of the family for many decades. It was nonno Pietro who allocated 18 hectares of land to Nebbiolo vineyards, initially to sell to other wineries for vinification, later destined for the creation of prestigious wines.
The business passed to his son Giacomo, and then to his grandson Franco, who took the helm of the winery in 1995 with his wife Vilma, bringing his own name and identity to the company.
In recent years, Franco’s two sons—Daniele and Andrea—joined the company, following in the footsteps of their grandfather, bringing fresh insight and innovation to the winery and vineyards, continuing the family business with passion and dedication.
Cascina Sciulun now includes a farmhouse where you can stay, for a relaxing visit immersed in the peace and tranquility of the green hills of the Langhe.
Specifications
Year | 2019 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | Nebbiolo Michet and Nebbiolo Lampia |
Country | Italy |
Alcohol content | 14% alcohol |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.5 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Vinification |
Maceration with skins in wooden vats. Must and skins are kept in contact for 15 days, on which alcoholic fermentation takes place, and punched down daily. Fermentation temperature is variables with peaks of 31°C. |
Aging | The wine is aged in Slavonian oak barrels (2030hl capacity) for 24 months. Aging in bottle for 12 months. |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Food Matches |
Braised beef, red meat, shank, duck, long seasoned cheese. Serve between 16-18C. |
Features | Certified Organic since 2015, Vegan & Vegetarian friendly |
Origin | Langhe, Piedmont |
Cru | Bussia, Pugnane and Panerole |
Appellation | Langhe Barolo DOCG |
2021 Franco Conterno Langhe Freisa Doc Cascina Sciulun
Regular price £21.00 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%A lively red wine perfect to enjoy with Salami!
Serve chilled in the summer months (5-7C)
Tasting Notes
Colour
Deep purple red colour with purple undertones, has a lovely foam when poured into the glass.
Nose
Notes of cherry, raspberries and sweet spices
Palate
Medium intensity and texture - fresh and harmonious with a beautifully persistent finish.
Vineyards
It is quite possible that the Franco Conterno estate has one of the most enviable views of any winery. In the heart of the Langhe, in the hamlet of Bussia di Monforte d’Alba, the farm sits alone atop a tiny hill overlooking La Morra, Fontanafredda and Castiglione Falletto.
Franco Conterno comprises 28 hectares of vineyards, located in the territories of Monforte d’Alba, Barolo, Castiglione Falletto, Novello and Madonna di Como.
The labels bear the names of the most prestigious vineyards: Bussia and Panerole. The hectares of land are dedicated to the cultivation of Lampia and Michet Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Merlot, Freisa and Chardonnay. Bussia is the first cru to have been declared a member of the "modern" era.
As always, our growing techniques are specially chosen to bring together respect for the environment and agricultural work, as required by the Regional Rural Development Plan to which Franco Conterno first subscribed in 1996. All this is possible thanks to the extraordinary nature of the soil, made up of sand, silt and clay. The elevation above sea level ranges from 250 to 400 metres.
The soil, the extraordinary microclimate, and the excellent south/south-west exposure allow for the creation of wines with unique and valuable characteristics.
From 2015, Franco Conterno has been a certified organic company, dedicated to a production philosophy based on natural vineyard cultivation and a completely wholesome vinification process.
History
In the heart of the Langhe, in the hamlet of Bussia di Monforte d’Alba, is Cascina Sciulun, a typical historic farmhouse, constructed according to Piedmont architectural traditions. Built in the mid-nineteenth century and extended in the 1940s, the house has always belonged to the Conterno family.
The company Franco Conterno has deep roots, and has been a part of the family for many decades. It was nonno Pietro who allocated 18 hectares of land to Nebbiolo vineyards, initially to sell to other wineries for vinification, later destined for the creation of prestigious wines.
The business passed to his son Giacomo, and then to his grandson Franco, who took the helm of the winery in 1995 with his wife Vilma, bringing his own name and identity to the company.
In recent years, Franco’s two sons—Daniele and Andrea—joined the company, following in the footsteps of their grandfather, bringing fresh insight and innovation to the winery and vineyards, continuing the family business with passion and dedication.
Cascina Sciulun now includes a farmhouse where you can stay, for a relaxing visit immersed in the peace and tranquility of the green hills of the Langhe.
Specifications
Year | 2021 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Freisa |
Country | Italy |
Alcohol content | 14.5 % alcohol |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.9 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Vinification |
Fermented with skins in stainless steel tanks. The must remains in contact with the skins for 4-7 days with continuous daily pressing. The WIne is subsequently drawn off with a residual sugar contact of approx 6-7g/L. |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Food Matches | Perfect with cured meats and rich dishes; excellent served chilled in the summer (5-7°). Serving temperature: 14° - 16° |
Features | Certified Organic since 2015, Vegan & Vegetarian friendly |
Origin | Langhe, Piedmont |
Denomination |
Langhe Freisa Doc |
2016 Emiliana Gê Organic Wine
Regular price £42.00 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Considered the highest expression of biodynamic agriculture in Emiliana - its name comes from the Greek root meaning 'Earth'. Biodynamic agriculture considers the farm to be a living organism. This is a unique wine with great personality that faithfully expresses the characteristics and attributes of its terroir.
Tasting Notes
Nose
A complex but delightfully varied nose showing a mix of herbaceous, fruit and spice notes. Green pepper, eucalyptus and rosemary combine with juicy blackcurrant and ripe blackberry fruit.
Palate
The palate is bright and assured with great intensity of weight and flavour. Bold blackcurrant and blackberry fruits are plentiful along with pepper spice, vanilla and gentle clove notes. Dark chocolate character is also evident which adds to the complexity. The wine has serious structure with firm yet ripe tannins and a long more-ish finish with good acidity. Wondrous stuff from Emiliana’s biodynamic Los Robles paradise.
Production
This wine is made from a blend of 53% Syrah 36% Carmenère, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon. The season in Colchagua presented average maximum temperatures that were higher than those of the previous season. Rainfall was lower than in other years, with a total of 395 mm, concentrated in the winter. The spring and summer were very dry, which benefitted fruit set. The harvest season arrived two weeks early, and despite being a hot and dry year, the decision to harvest early and a good selection of the bunches allowed us to make a Gê that is not overripe and remain faithful to its characteristic style.
The first stage of reception includes placing the fruit on a conveyor belt to select the fruit and eliminate any leaves or damaged bunches. The clean bunches are destemmed and placed on a second belt where the individual grapes are selected by size and then pass on to a vibrating table to achieve a perfect selection. The grapes then drop gently into the tanks by gravity and undergo an 8º pre-fermentation cold maceration for 5-7 days. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks and begins spontaneously with native yeasts. Temperatures are maintained at 24º–26ºC and extraction is managed through pumpovers determined by enological criteria. The new wine then remains on its skins for a 10-day post-fermentation maceration at 22º–24ºC, for a total maceration time of 30–35 days. Malolactic fermentation takes place naturally in oak barrels, where the wine ages for 16 months, 80% in French oak barrels (50% new, 50% with one prior use), and the remaining 20% was gained in an egg-shaped concrete tank. The process concludes when the wine is fined and stabilized naturally without treatments and then prepared for bottling by lightly filtering.
Producer
Voted 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.
Its 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.
Specifications
Year | 2016 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 53% Syrah, 36% Carmenere, 11% Cabarnet Sauvignon |
Country | Chile |
Alcohol content | 14.5 alc vol |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.1 units |
Type | Red Blend |
Cellaring Potential | 5 - 10 years + |
Features | Vegetarian, Vegan, Organic, Biodynamic, Sustainable |
Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Food Matches | This wine has tremendous personality, character, and longevity. It is ideal with complex dishes such as grilled boar, venison, and wagyu beef. Vegetarian options include roasted bell peppers, aubergine bake, and mushroom dishes. |
Origin | Colchagua Valley |
Appellation | D.O. Valle Central |
2020 Hospices de Beaujeu Bourgogne Gamay Delafond
Regular price £19.99 Sale price £14.99 Save 25%Tasting Notes
Colour
Bright red colour, with purple reflections.
Nose
Beautiful expression of Gamay, with fruity notes of gooseberries, exotic fruits, peony and black pepper.
Palate
Delicate in the mouth, with soft tannins, ripe fruit aromas and a lot of generosity in the finish.
Origin
The grapes come from the Beaujolais region.
Vinification
Traditional vinification in thermoregulated stainless steel vats, during 3 weeks: Cold-maceration approximately 8°C. Cap-punching and pumping over for the extraction of colour and structure. Fermentation with temperature peak at 30°C. Post-fermented maceration at 25°C.
Maturation in barrels (30%) and vats (70%) for 8 to 16 months with malolactic fermentation. 25% of new oak.
Soil
The soil is granitic with shale and clay veins.
Specifications
Year | 2020 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Gamay |
Country | France |
Alcohol content | 13% alc vol |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.8 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | Immediate enjoyment in 2024 |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Food Matches |
Excellent on grilled meats or in sauce such as coq au vin, lamb blanquette or beef stroganoff.
Serve between 14°-15° |
Origin |
Beaujolais |
Appellation |
Bourgogne |
2018 Domaine Maurice Ecard Savigny-Lès-Beaune Premier Cru Aux Clous
Regular price £28.16 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Tasting Notes
Colour
A bright purple color.
Nose
A nose marked by red fruits such as cherry and raspberry.
Palate
A rich wine with beautiful power.
Origin
In the Northwest of the Côte de Beaune. The vineyards surround the picturesque village of Savigny-lès-Beaune. The Climat « Aux Clous » is at the entrance of the village Savigny, coming from Beaune, on the hillsides on the right.
Vinification
Traditional vinification in thermo-regulated stainless steel. Pre-fermentation – temperature-controlled cold maceration. Long fermentation during which pigeages and pumping over are performed.
Soil
The soil is composed of limestone mixed with clay.
Specifications
Year | 2018 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Pinot Noir |
Country | France |
Alcohol Content | 13.5% alc vol |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.1 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | Drinking within 5 years |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Food Matches |
Ideal with meat: beef pieces, roasts, poultry or even foie gras. Cheeses with a sweet taste : Chaource, Brie de Meaux, Tomme, Mont d’Or. Serve between 15°-16° |
Origin |
Côte de Beaune |
Appellation |
AOP Côte de Beaune |
2020 Moillard Grivot Beaune 1er Cru Belissand
Regular price £35.20 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Tasting Notes
Colour
Deep red color
Nose
The nose is open with notes of strawberry jam, liquorice, and coffee.
Palate
The mouth is serious and presents a beautiful tannic composition with a precise structure that remarkably holds the finish. A pleasant wine, with character.
Origin
This appellation is located in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, at the foot of the hills overlooking this famous town, the capital of Burgundy wines. The "Belissand" climate is located southeast of Beaune.
Vinification
Traditional vinification in thermos-regulated stainless steel vats on a 3 weeks period: Cold pre-fermentation maceration around 8°C. Pigeages and pumping over to extract colour and structure. Fermentation with a peak temperature around 30 ° C. Post-fermentation maceration at 25 ° C. Ageing in oak barrels between 8 to 16 months with malolactic fermentation. 40 to 50% of new oak barrels.
Soil
The soil is clayey with a fairly loamy layer on the surface.
Specifications
Year | 2020 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Pinot Noir |
Country | France |
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Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.6 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | Drinking within 5 years |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Food Matches |
To be served with musky and very firm meats, such as game meat (doe, wild boar), roasted or braised. Cheeses with strong flavors: Epoisses, Soumaintrain, Munster, Maroilles.
Serve between 15°-16° |
Origin |
Côte de Beaune |
Appellation |
AOP Côte de Beaune |
2019 Moillard Grivot Corton Les Renardes Grand Cru
Regular price £64.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Tasting Notes
Colour
The colour is intense and deep dark red.
Nose
A wide aromatic palette that takes us between fruity (raspberry, strawberry), mineral (graphite, charcoal) and floral (faded rose) notes.
Palate
The palate is just as complex, with a nice persistence of woody and spicy notes. The structure is worthy of the greatest wines of the Côte de Beaune.
Origin
The Corton vineyard is located north of the Côte de Beaune on the hill of Corton and extends over 3 municipalities: Pernand-Vergelesses, Aloxe-Corton, and Ladoix-Serrigny. The Climat "Les Renardes" is located in the middle of the hillside, on the edge of the village of Ladoix-Serrigny. Corton is the only red Grand Cru in the Côte de Beaune.
Vinification
Traditional vinification in thermos-regulated stainless steel vats on a 3 weeks period: Cold pre-fermentation maceration around 8 ° C. Pigeages and pumping over to extract colour and structure. Fermentation with a peak temperature around 30 ° C. Post-fermentation maceration at 25 ° C. Ageing between 8 to 16 months with malolactic fermentation to gain roundness. 70 à 80% de fût neuf.
Soil
Gently sloping reddish and stony soil, calcareous brown, rich in marl with a high potash content. It offers Pinot Noir its full development.
Specifications
Year | 2019 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Pinot Noir |
Country | France |
Alcohol content | 13.5% alc vol |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.1 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | Drinking within 10 years |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Food Matches |
Ideal with strong meats: roasted or grilled piece of beef, feathered or hairy game, roasts, braised or in sauce. Intense washed-rind cheeses: Epoisses, Langres, Soumaintrain, Livarot. Serve between 15°-17° |
Origin | Ladoix-Serrigny |
Appellation |
Côte de Beaune-Villages |
2012 Fattorie Dei Dolfi LL’ Amor De’ Santi
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A fine, harmonious, first-class wine.
LL’ Amor De’ Santi
This is the title of a 15th-century prayer in the Tuscan language that the farmer, together with the parish priest, used to recite in the fields, invoking the protection of the saints against misfortunes and to have a good harvest.
Introducing Fattorie dei Dolfi
Born from ancient family vineyards and the infectious passion of a career-change winemaker, Fattorie dei Dolfi is a relatively young estate with a remarkably bright future. Giovanni Dolfi initially pursued a very successful career as a horse trainer during which he had the opportunity to meet the Queen Mother and began working for Marchese Incisa della Rocchetta, the owner of the legendary Tenuta San Guido which produces Sassicaia. Through this connection he was introduced to the estate’s winemaker, Giacomo Tachis, who is regarded as the father of Sassicaia and was named Decanter’s Man of the Year in 2011. From then on Giovanni’s fate was sealed and it was only a matter of time before he and Giacomo began exploring how to unlock the potential of his family’s century-old vineyards close to the city of Pisa. Oeno Director and Co-founder Daniel Carnio describes Giovanni’s project as “a small paradise” thanks to his relentless commitment to quality in his vineyards. Most of Fattorie dei Dolfi’s plots are surrounded by woodland which helps to shield the vines from contamination from other forms of agriculture and preserves a high degree of biodiversity. As well as creating a very low incidence of disease, this also means the estate does not need to use any chemicals on the vines. To allow the remarkable quality of the fruit to shine through, Giovanni uses a light touch in the winery as well with his wines ageing in oak barrels previously used for Sassicaia. The estate’s top wines will be produced in tiny quantities of a few thousand bottles a year, making them highly attractive for investors and collectors of fine and rare Italian wines.
The Artorius and Imeneus red wines are both crafted using the Prugnolo Gentile grape which is the Sangiovese clone typically used in Montalcino. The former is an easy-going style ideal for enjoying with family and friends alongside a simple, wholesome meal. Imeneus, which is named after the beautiful son of Aphrodite and Bacchus in Greek mythology, is a more serious red which ages in oak barrels for up to 36 months. This bottling is a true collector’s wine with a remarkably complex flavour profile and high investment potential.
Finally, Bianco Per Amore is Giovanni’s personal project, created to be a wine that he himself would like to drink. Reminiscent of fine white Burgundy, this generous and full bodied white is made from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot grapes. Giovanni only produces around 150 bottles of this very special wine of which he retains a significant proportion for his own drinking pleasure!
Tasting Notes
LL’ Amor De’ Santi named after a 15th century Tuscan prayer, but is modern is style. Red currants and cranberry come through with hints of spice. There is a rich texture, with an elegenat and unique taste of medium tannins.
Colour
Full ruby-red tending to garnet, balanced and brilliant.
Fragrance
Full, noble and developed bouquet with intense notes of black fruits and hints of plum and blackberry.
Flavour
Also full, of great finesse and authority. Rich texture. elegant and unique, deep and soft with a long and pleasantly tannic closing.
Bottles Produced
- Vintage 2008: 1801 (no more available).
- Vintage 2009: 1697 (no more available).
- Vintage 2010: 1729 (no more available).
- Vintage 2011: 1490 (no more available).
- Vintage 2012: 1402
Specifications
Year | 2012 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar |
Cabernet Franc and Alicante in almost equal parts, from massal selection from our old vines. |
Country | Italy |
Alcohol content | 15% |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle
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11.3 units |
Type | Red Blend |
Cellaring Potential | 2021-2045 |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Origin | Tuscany IGT |
2012 Fattorie Dei Dolfi L'Bruno de' Venti
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A unique and elegant wine.
L'Bruno de' Venti
The story is told that many years ago, the woods surrounding this vineyard were the refuge of a dark skinned reclusive with piercing eyes, very attractive to women. He lived by poaching game and doing whatever he could. No one knew exactly where he lived, but from time to time he appeared near Poggio ai Venti vineyard, and so the people hereabouts called him “’l Bruno de’ Venti ” (the Dark Fellow of the Winds).
Introducing Fattorie dei Dolfi
Born from ancient family vineyards and the infectious passion of a career-change winemaker, Fattorie dei Dolfi is a relatively young estate with a remarkably bright future. Giovanni Dolfi initially pursued a very successful career as a horse trainer during which he had the opportunity to meet the Queen Mother and began working for Marchese Incisa della Rocchetta, the owner of the legendary Tenuta San Guido which produces Sassicaia. Through this connection he was introduced to the estate’s winemaker, Giacomo Tachis, who is regarded as the father of Sassicaia and was named Decanter’s Man of the Year in 2011. From then on Giovanni’s fate was sealed and it was only a matter of time before he and Giacomo began exploring how to unlock the potential of his family’s century-old vineyards close to the city of Pisa. Oeno Director and Co-founder Daniel Carnio describes Giovanni’s project as “a small paradise” thanks to his relentless commitment to quality in his vineyards. Most of Fattorie dei Dolfi’s plots are surrounded by woodland which helps to shield the vines from contamination from other forms of agriculture and preserves a high degree of biodiversity. As well as creating a very low incidence of disease, this also means the estate does not need to use any chemicals on the vines. To allow the remarkable quality of the fruit to shine through, Giovanni uses a light touch in the winery as well with his wines ageing in oak barrels previously used for Sassicaia. The estate’s top wines will be produced in tiny quantities of a few thousand bottles a year, making them highly attractive for investors and collectors of fine and rare Italian wines.
The Artorius and Imeneus red wines are both crafted using the Prugnolo Gentile grape which is the Sangiovese clone typically used in Montalcino. The former is an easy-going style ideal for enjoying with family and friends alongside a simple, wholesome meal. Imeneus, which is named after the beautiful son of Aphrodite and Bacchus in Greek mythology, is a more serious red which ages in oak barrels for up to 36 months. This bottling is a true collector’s wine with a remarkably complex flavour profile and high investment potential.
Finally, Bianco Per Amore is Giovanni’s personal project, created to be a wine that he himself would like to drink. Reminiscent of fine white Burgundy, this generous and full bodied white is made from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot grapes. Giovanni only produces around 150 bottles of this very special wine of which he retains a significant proportion for his own drinking pleasure!
Tasting Notes
‘L Bruno De’ Venti is a Bordeaux blend. Dark currents pervade with a muscular back bone. Pure of fruit, the tannins are well rounded. Merlot vines from massal selection or between 50-70 years old. Cabernet Franc vines from massal selection of old vines.
Colour
Ruby red tending to garnet, velvety yet brilliant.
Fragrance
Very fragrant and rich with intense notes of cherry, plums and hints of toasted spices.
Flavour
Authoritarian and persistent, with soft and elegant tannins.
Bottles Produced
- Vintage 2008: 1743 (non more available).
- Vintage 2009: 1790 (non more available).
- Vintage 2010: 1696 (non more available).
- Vintage 2011: 1811 (non more available).
- Vintage 2012: 1432
Specifications
Year | 2012 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar |
Merlot with small additions of Cabernet Franc. Merlot vines from massal selection from 50-70 years old vines. Cabernet Franc vines from massal selection from our old vines. |
Country | Italy |
Alcohol content | 14.5% |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle
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10.9 units |
Type | Red Blend |
Cellaring Potential | 2021-2045 |
Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Origin | Tuscany IGT |
2018/2019 Luigi Bosca De Sangre Cabernet Franc
Regular price £21.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%This Malbec was one of the first Argentine wines with a Designation of Origin.
De Sangre is the name the winery has given to those outstanding blends that are meant to be shared with loved ones, a tradition that has remained uninterrupted for over a century.
Tasting Notes
Nose
A deep dark garnet-coloured red wine
Palate
It is refreshing and voluptuous in the mouth, with fine and gentle tannins, while it is clean and expressive in the palate, with a strong character, typicity and a deep finish with soft smoked hues as a result of its ageing in oak barrels. It is a great exponent of the variety and the terroir, with good ageing potential.
It features pleasant notes that are reminiscent of liquorice, spices, pink pepper and a little bit of black fruit.
Producer
The winery that today produces Luigi Bosca wines was founded in 1901 by Leoncio Arizu, a Spanish citizen from Navarra who settled in Mendoza in 1890. Located in the Vistalba valley, in the Luján de Cuyo region, an area that, due to its characteristics, achieved the first " Denomination of Controlled Origin "of America. Luigi Bosca launched the first Malbec DOC in Argentina and Latin America.
Winemaking
The grapes are manually harvested in 18 to 20-kilogram boxes, followed by the bunch selection and stalking processes, and, subsequently, berry selection. The grape juice is cold macerated at a temperature ranging between 8 and 10 °C for five to seven days. After that, it is fermented in small stainless steel tanks, undergoing various extractions, such as plunging and rack and return (délestage). Once maceration is completed, wine is aged for 10 months in oak barrels, where it goes through malolactic fermentation. The wine is then filtered and bottled, and then stowed in the wine cellar for at least six months before it enters the market.
Awards - 2018 Vintage
- Bronze IWC 2021
- Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2021, 90 points
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James Suckling - April 2020: 91 pts. - Aromas of sweet cherries with fresh herbs and hints of cement and stone, following through to a medium body with fine, intergrated tannins and subtle fruit at the end. Drink now.
Specifications
Year | 2018/2019 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Cabernet Franc |
Country | Argentina |
Alcohol content | 14.3 % alc vol |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.6 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | 12 years |
Ageing in Barrels | 10 months in oak barrels |
Suggested Serving Temp | Between 16°C and 18°C. |
Food Matches | A great wine to enjoy with special dishes, such as beef loin marinated with vegetables, or a dry-aged beef served with rocket and parmesan salad |
Dietary Information | Vegan & Vegetarian approved |
Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Appellation | Mendoza |
2001 Penfolds Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon
Regular price £319.00 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Bin 707 is Penfolds Cabernet Sauvignon Grange equivalent: ripe, intensely-flavoured fruit; completing fermentation and matured in new American oak; and expressing the Penfolds' policy of multi-vineyard, multi-region fruit-sourcing.
Named by an exQantas marketing man, Bin 707 was first vintaged in 1964. The wine was not made from 1970 to 1975 (when the focus shifted to Bin 389) nor in 1981, 1995 or 2000 (when fruit of the required style and quality was not available). Full bodied and with good cellaring potential, Bin 707 has a secure place among the ranks of Australia's finest Cabernets. Packaged in laser-etched bottles from the 1997 vintage.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Deep red with a dense core.
Nose
An immediate, intense lift of pure ripe blackcurrant fruit, laced with mint and the faintest suggestion of violet. Cigar box and fresh tobacco oak notes showcase the sheer fruit quality. Although youthful, the nose already shows true 707 character.
Palate
Powerful and complete. Saturated fruits have soaked up the new oak culminating in a rich, sweet mid-palate and long stylish finish. The depth of fruit and defined structure, coupled with obvious muscular tannins, suggest that this wine is built for the long haul.
Vintage Conditions
Good winter rains gave South Australian regions a solid start to the growing season. Fruit set was excellent and careful vineyard management to reduce crop loads ensured the vines were in good shape to continue ripening throughout the season. Summer rains brought relief and the ensuing fine conditions towards vintage resulted in fruit reaching full ripeness and was picked in optimal condition.
Please Note
A collector's item! We believe this wine to be wonderful - however, as with all aged wines, it comes with a 'Buyers be aware' clause, and some labels may not be perfect. If you have any queries, please just drop us an email or give us a call!
Specifications
Year | 2001 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
Country | Australia |
Alcohol content
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13.5% alc vol
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Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.1 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | 2020 |
Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Food Matches | Beef, Lamb and Cheese |
Origin | Barossa Valley, Coonawarra, Padthaway, Robe and Bordertown |
Appellation | South Australia |
2012 Fattorie Dei Dolfi Imeneus
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An unparalleled and unique wine.
Imeneus
The myth says that Imeneus, offspring of Aphrodite and Bacchus, was a young Athenian of modest social standing but of extraordinary beauty. He fell in love with a young noble girl. While she was travelling to Eleusis, she was captured by pirates with her handmaids; among them was also Imeneus, who was mistaken for a girl. While the captors were sleeping, he slew them all and brought the girls back safe to Athens. For his courageous deed, he was awarded the hand of his beloved. For this reason, the ancient Greeks invoked Imeneus as a bringer of happiness in marriage.
Introducing Fattorie dei Dolfi
Born from ancient family vineyards and the infectious passion of a career-change winemaker, Fattorie dei Dolfi is a relatively young estate with a remarkably bright future. Giovanni Dolfi initially pursued a very successful career as a horse trainer during which he had the opportunity to meet the Queen Mother and began working for Marchese Incisa della Rocchetta, the owner of the legendary Tenuta San Guido which produces Sassicaia. Through this connection, he was introduced to the estate’s winemaker, Giacomo Tachis, who is regarded as the father of Sassicaia and was named Decanter’s Man of the Year in 2011. From then on Giovanni’s fate was sealed and it was only a matter of time before he and Giacomo began exploring how to unlock the potential of his family’s century-old vineyards close to the city of Pisa.
Most of Fattorie dei Dolfi’s plots are surrounded by woodland which helps to shield the vines from contamination from other forms of agriculture and preserves a high degree of biodiversity. As well as creating a very low incidence of disease, this also means the estate does not need to use any chemicals on the vines. To allow the remarkable quality of the fruit to shine through, Giovanni uses a light touch in the winery as well with his wines ageing in oak barrels previously used for Sassicaia. The estate’s top wines will be produced in tiny quantities of a few thousand bottles a year, making them highly attractive for investors and collectors of fine and rare Italian wines.
The Imeneus red is crafted using the Prugnolo Gentile grape which is the Sangiovese clone typically used in Montalcino. Imeneus is a more serious red that ages in oak barrels for up to 36 months. This bottling is a true collector’s wine with a remarkably complex flavour profile and high investment potential.
Tasting Notes
Imeneus is an earthy, spicy wine. Smooth and mellow with hints of iron. The tannins are quite crunchy with this wine.
Colour
Joyous ruby red, velvety and brilliant.
Fragrance
Full, rich and persistent with hints of fragrant fruit in perfect harmony with sweet spices that give it complexity.
Flavour
It has exceptional skills of elegance in order to be truly unique, aristocratic and with a closing of great length and cleanliness.
Giovanni explains it best: ‘I hope that my drinkers could imagine themselves standing on the hills of Poggio ai Venti with me, feeling the warmth of sunshine, the mild sea breeze on their faces, hear the chirping of the birds in the quiet woods around and see a grey hare rush through the vineyards. All these feelings of harmony and equilibrium are inside my wines.’
Bottles Produced
- Vintage 2008: 1419 (no more available).
- Vintage 2009: 1452 (no more available).
- Vintage 2010: 1709 (no more available).
- Vintage 2011: 1450 (no more available).
- Vintage 2012: 1452.
Specifications
Year | 2012 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Prugnolo Gentile (or Sangiovese Grosso) the same grape varietal used to produce Brunello di Montalcino (one of Italy’s best-known and most expensive wines). |
Country | Italy |
Alcohol content | 14.5% |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle
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10.9 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Barrel Maturation | 24-36 months in carefully selected barriques |
Cellaring Potential | 2021-2045 |
Food Matching | Giovanni doesn’t recommend matching it with food, ‘the wine is extremely delicate and silky, only when you have a clean palette could you appreciate all the unique qualities of this wine’. |
Allergen Information | Contain Sulphites |
Origin | Tuscany IGT |
2013 Mac Forbes Wesburn Pinot Noir
Regular price £44.00 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Making the 'Wesi', as Mac calls it, was one of those lightbulb wine moments for this wild-haired Yarra Valley champion.
He says that this is the vineyard that made him see clearly for the first time, that his mission was not to be a great maker of Pinot Noir, but to be a conduit through which a vineyard could tell its story, regardless of the variety planted on it. "Amazingly we see all wines from this site look similar be they red or white." Wesburn just tastes like Wesburn, not just Pinot Noir.
It is always one of his smallest productions each year and, along with the Woori Yallock Pinot Noir, one of the most sort after.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Medium-dark red
Nose
Shy and complex. Lower tones of sulphides, mulch, dark sour cherry and fresh plums.
Palate
Tannins build from the back carrying a ferrous tang. Wine is focused and shy holding out a little right now. Needs air and time. A wine to watch closely over time. Still water runs deep. (Tasting note from August 2014)
The Vineyard
Notes from Mac - "Wesburn was unloved until a few years ago. Planted in 1981, this vineyard, in the far eastern reaches of the Yarra (just before Warburton), sits in the fringe of what many consider marginal viticultural land. It is these sites that truly inspire us and have the potential to make our most exciting wines. The site sits on our beloved siltstone clay soils at the foot of Mount Bride (1000m) which offers cooler nights and mornings. The resultant extension of the ripening period expresses itself by way of far greater tannin depth, high notes and fruit weight. Sometimes walking the fine line reaps rewards."
The Vintage
"The growing season of vintage 2013 started well with budburst for Chardonnay mid-September," said Mac. "This trend continued through spring with vines using stored moisture well into November. By December however, we were looking for moisture. In addition to this, temperatures were considerably up in January having 14 days over 30°C and multiple peaks over 39°C. This was accompanied by just 3.6mm of recorded rainfall (effectively none). The trend continued into February with 17 days over 30°C combined with the bare minimum amount of rain. The high temperatures and lack of water meant we saw early veraison and vines push their fruit to maturity very quickly, this resulted in one of the most compressed vintages of recent times. The Wesburn vineyard was picked by hand on the 24th February 2013."
About Mac Forbes
If you love premium and artisanal Australian wine, Mac Forbes is a name you need to know. He’s not only one of the country’s most talented winemakers, but he’s one of the most influential spokesmen for promoting the concept of Australian ‘terroir’, believing that wine should represent a time and a place.
Mac specialises in single-vineyard Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet from the Yarra Valley. His wines are delicate and finely etched, characterised by subtlety and grace.
His Pinot Noirs are fine-boned, Chardonnays are loved by those who look for fruit purity rather than winemaking artifice in the variety, his array of off-dry Rieslings from the Strathbogie Ranges are some of the country's most unique.
And his ever-expanding range of experimental wines is a treasure-trove for the curious drinker and he is honestly one of the most genuine and affable winemakers you'll ever meet!
Specifications
Year | 2013 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | Pinot Noir |
Country | Australia |
Alcohol content | 12.2% alc vol |
Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.05 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Food Match | Chicken or Turkey |
Maturation | 11 months in new and old oak |
Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Origin | Yarra Valley |
Appellation | Victoria |
2007 Penfolds Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon
Regular price £400.00 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Bin 707 is Penfolds' Cabernet Sauvignon version of Grange: ripe, intensely flavoured fruit; completing fermentation and maturation in new oak; fully expressing a Penfolds understanding of multi-vineyard, multi-region fruit sourcing. Named by an ex-Qantas marketer, Bin 707 was first vintaged in 1964. The wine was not made from 1970 to 1975 when fruit was directed to other wines, nor in 1981, 1995, 2000 or 2003 (when fruit of the required style and quality was not available). Full-bodied and with proven cellaring potential, Bin 707 has a secure place among the ranks of Australia's finest Cabernets.
"Twenty vintages after winning the inaugural Adelaide Trophy with the 1987 Bin 707, this new 2007 Bin 707 release continues to demonstrate the advantage & wisdom of multi-regional blending in difficult years. Boldly Bin 707. Unmistakable!" Peter Gago - Penfolds Chief Winemaker
Tasting Notes
Colour
Dense, deep-red, with a dark purple / black core.
Nose
Brooding, with a selective & slow aromatic release - firstly wafts of black olive (tapenade), then the faintest suggestion of sardine/anchovy - or maybe soy / Worcestershire - or could it be...? More confidently, familial barrel-ferment, cedary oak, and formic notes share the stage with blackcurrant & blackberry fruits. Inviting, tempting.
Palate
Cassis/blackcurrant varietal fruits and savoury oak stake an immediate (style) claim. Sarsaparilla and choco-mint flavours mould together to create the next layer, followed by a more savoury (Chinese mushroom/oyster sauce mix) immersion structurally impregnating any layering. Gripping tannins complete the offer.
Please Note
A collector's item! We believe this wine to be wonderful - however, as with all aged wines, it comes with a 'Buyers be aware' clause, and some labels may not be perfect. If you have any queries, please just drop us an email or give us a call!
Specifications
Year | 2007 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
Country | Australia |
Alcohol content
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14.4% alc vol
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Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.8 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | 2025 |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Food Matches | Venison, foie gras toast, capsicum 'linguine', almond, date and liquorice emulsion |
Origin | Padthaway, Barossa Valley, Coonawarra |
Appellation | South Australia |
1997 Penfolds Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon
Regular price £319.00 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Penfolds Bin 707 is the quintessential Australian Cabernet Sauvignon. The winemaking philosophy of Bin 707 is similar to that of Grange, that is ripe full flavoured grapes, completion of fermentation in barrel and new American oak maturation. The result is a wine of great richness, power, harmony and concentration with the structure and strength to age for the long term.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Opaque, deep red.
Nose
Ripe red berries together with varietal, leafy cassis fruits. Stylish integrated oak, hints of smokiness and subtle cedar aromas.
Palate
Rich and ripe with dark cherry and raspberry fruit flavours, some dark chocolate and integrated smoky oak.
Please Note
A collector's item! We believe this wine to be wonderful - however, as with all aged wines, it comes with a 'Buyers be aware' clause, and some labels may not be perfect. If you have any queries, please just drop us an email or give us a call!
Specifications
Year | 1997 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
Country | Australia |
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Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.1 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | 2020 |
Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
Food Matches | Beef, Lamb and Cheese |
Origin | Barossa Valley, Coonawarra, Padthaway, Robe and Bordertown |
Appellation | South Australia |