Vivid, dense violet-purple colour. Lively, fresh, spicy, plummy, black cherry nose with some cedary notes and a hint of black pepper. Dry, medium-bodied, well-structured, spicy, tangy, youthful, fruity, raspberry and plum flavours with a lingering, crisp, gently cedary finish with a hint of mocha-chocolate.
From a reputed producer, this wine packs lots of punch for the price. Firm, there is plum, blackcurrant, garrigue, spice, violets and earth qualities to be found. Very good to excellent length. Grilled meat all the way.
A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and a bit of Carignan, it shows a clear, very deep garnet. Interesting nose of plums, Cherry Heering, a definite splash of maple syrup, and prominent oak scents. Not a subtle wine, it is warm with alcohol and its acidity and tannins are both still firm, but the sour cherry and cranberry fruit is probably peaking now, so drink soon.
Ruby with a purple rim. Fresh red berries (strawberry, raspberry), a little spice, a metallic nuance, no perceptible oak. Medium body, bright fruity taste with notes of fruit stones. Great balance throughout. Enjoy now.
With the BBQ season well underway, here’s an inexpensive red that can match all your red meat dishes, with all the weight and flavour to stand up to steak or spicy ribs. Deep purple-ruby in colour, it offers a floral, spicy, blackberry nose with a liquorice note. Medium to full-bodied, richly extracted flavours of black plum carried on lively acidity fill the palate ending on a spicy cinnamon note.
Fronton is a small appellation in South West France which uses the singular Négrette grape as it’s signature varietal. Here, it is blended with Gamay to produce a dry and tangy rosé with a personality of strawberry, lemon balm, herbs and pepper. Chill and serve with mild cheeses.
Golden yellow. Floral nose with ripe yellow fruits and fine oaky notes of butter. Full and fatty on the palate, with seductive floral and pure fruity flavours. Long finish, very elegant.