Dark fruit compote with suggestions of fig and clove on the nose and lightly sweet dark-fruit flavours, supported by solid weight and structure. Chocolate and spice with counterbalancing firm, dry tannins round out the finish.
For a simple, inexpensive Pinot Noir, there’s a lot to like about this wine, with its nose of black and sour cherries, cocoa, earth and charred oak spices. It has lovely texture in the mouth with cassis, cherry, raspberry, evident tannins and a fair amount of length through the finish.
Purplish, nice red fruits on the intense nose; well-dosed oak and a touch of minerality (lead pencil). Medium body with a slightly coarse mouthfeel and a delicate fruity taste. Ready to drink and perfect with a grilled slice of beef.
Medium ruby. Typical Burgundian nose of small red fruits and earth. Fruity attack, lively acidity, medium body; tight middle palate and very dry finish. Ready to drink, this is a nice glass from Burgundy.
Surprisingly light colour belies the impact of spicy, peppery red-fruit character. Cherry and raspberry flavours and peppery spice dance in the mouth. Food-friendly dry grip makes this a great match for spicy red meats and grills.
This blend of Négrette, Syrah and Gamay shows a nice dark pink colour. Light nose of strawberry and watermelon. Intense fruity taste; the mellow finish is a bit warm on the tongue. Drink now, well cooled.
Light tangerine colour, with passion fruit, cherry and cantaloupe but a hint of sulphur on the nose of the first glass. Light-bodied, the flavours are dominated by strawberry with honeydew melon, apple and a delightful touch of mint. Very moreish with a baguette and some mild cheese.