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This late release offers intriguing forest floor, chaparral, black tea and mulled plum and black cherry flavors, all...
750ml
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$71.60
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$70.17
As these mountaintop vines mature, the fruit gains more prominent character, yet the telltale structure remains....
750ml
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$67.95
$71.60
Sharp aromas of stewed black plum, cocoa dust, wild mint and baked soil show on the nose of this bottling from a...
750ml - Case of 6
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$165.95
Aromas of red-berried fruit enhanced by spices and toast with perfect balance on the palate. Long powerful, yet...
750ml
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90-93 Similar to the Charmots, the wood regimen is present but not so prominent as to interfere with the...
750ml
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$41.89
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$41.05
Vivid red. Smoke-tinged cherry and black raspberry scents, backed by vanilla and allspice nuances. Sappy and...
750ml
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A gorgeously complex and intensely spicy nose offers up notes of plum, cassis, black cherry, dried rose petal and...
750ml - Case of 12
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Flavours of red berries and spices emerge from this wine, which develops animal notes as it ages. This balanced wine...
750ml
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$63.41
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A vivid and bright red with dried berry, strawberry and citrus undertones. Full body, round and velvety tannins. Rich...
750ml
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$45.95
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$45.03
Enticing notes of wild currant, violets and wet sagebrush on the nose. On the palate, firm tannins, with notes of...
750ml - Case of 3
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750ml - Case of 6
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750ml - Case of 12
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Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2014
750ml - Case of 12
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$66.77
As ever this has an extra dimension and remains the high watermark for New Zealand pinot noir to be measured against....
1.5Ltr - Case of 6
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$71.81
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Benjamin Leroux Clos De La Roche Grand Cru 2014
1.5Ltr - Case of 3
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The 2014 Clos-de-la-Roche Grand Cru has a very refined bouquet, initially timid but then gaining intensity in the...
Lambrusco Malagousia Mencia Pinot Noir 2014
Some grape species are distinct and unique varietals, clearly separate from each of their cousins. Others, like Lambrusco and Muscat, are more like umbrella terms, featuring several subspecies which show slight differences from each other from region to region. Indeed, there are astonishingly more than 60 identified varieties of Lambrusco vines, and they are almost all used in the production of characterful Italian sparkling wines. They are distinguishable by their deep ruby blush, caused by strong pigments present in their skins, and their intensely perfumed character.
Lambrusco vines are grown in several Italian regions, although we most closely associate this varietal with Piedmont and Basilicata. It has also been grown successfully in Argentina and Australia. The varietal suffered from a fairly lowly reputation in the late 20th century, due to bulk, low cost production of Lambrusco sparkling wines, aimed at markets across northern Europe and America. However, things are rapidly changing, and the older, more traditional methods of bottle fermentation are returning, along with a higher level of quality and expression, as consumers become more discerning and demanding. Many of the Lambrusco sub-varieties have their own established DOC, such as Lambrusco Salamino di Santa Croce, Lambrusco di Sorbara and Modena, where new regulations are keeping standards high and methods traditional.
If you're looking for a Greek white wine packed full of interesting character and a wide range of unique and surprising aromas, then the wines made from the Malagousia grape varietal are unlikely to disappoint. Although this grape is said to have originated in and around Nafpaktos, in Western Greece, it is now most commonly grown, cultivated and processed in Greek Macedonia, where it is used to make high quality white wines of a highly aromatic nature. Indeed, Malagousia is renowned for producing wines which are full of unusual aromas, with many wines holding traces of jasmine, mint, citrus and exotic fruits, and occasionally a whole lot more.
It was the famous Greek wine maker Gerovassiliou who was said to be the first to experiment with the Malagousia grapes, which were previously used mainly by smallholders and families to produce simple house wines. Gerovassiliou recognized that Malagousia had the potential and the characteristics necessary for producing excellent quality wines, and before long, vineyards were being planted across Macedonia, the Peloponnese and Attica. Today, wines made with the Malagousia grapes tend to be full bodied, with a noticeable tannin content elegantly interplaying with the mellow, medium acidity of the wine. Such roundness allows all of these interesting and exciting flavors and aromas come forth, making for a truly fascinating and unique wine.
Additional Information on Greek Wines
Greek Wines
Ancient Greek Wines – A Brief History of Wine in Greece
The Myth of Dionysus, Greek God of Wine
What is Retsina?
Regularly described as being the grape varietal responsible for producing the world's most romantic wines, Pinot Noir has long been associated with elegance and a broad range of flavors The name means 'black pine' in French, and this is due to the fact that the fruit of this particular varietal is especially dark in color, and hangs in a conical shape, like that of a pine cone. Despite being grown today in almost every wine producing country, Pinot Noir is a notoriously difficult grape variety to cultivate. This is because it is especially susceptible to various forms of mold and mildew, and thrives best in steady, cooler climates. However, the quality of the fruit has ensured that wineries and vintners have persevered with the varietal, and new technologies and methods have overcome many of the problems it presents. Alongside this, the wide popularity and enthusiasm for this grape has ensured it will remain a firm favorite amongst wine drinkers for many years to come.