This Mead Blanc is a blend of 85% Gewürztraminer and the rest honey, finished at 25 g/l residual sugar and 13% ABV. The nose shows notes of honeysuckle, tropical fruit, lychee and grapefruit. It has a dry impression on the palate with not-too-sweet but ripe fruits, lychee and freshening citrus notes.
Bright, old gold in colour with a lovely, lifted nose of mango and honey; medium to full-bodied, sweet, candy apple flavour with balancing and an engaging note of bitterness on the finish for added interest.
Classic California-style citrus, buttery toasty hazelnut and a dash of vanilla on the nose shifting to rich lemon citrus and tropical fruit on the palate. Subtle toast and butterscotch notes on mid-palate are balanced by lively acidity leading into clean citrus freshness with a touch of nutty butter on the finish.
Salmon pink. Ethereal, complex and seductive nose; vinous, hard to describe. Wide and expansive on the palate, complex taste, almost firm in the clean, long finish.
This stylish sherry is a benchmark for popular bone dry Fino, showing nutty and saline notes with subdued green fruit and a suggestion of caramel. Pair with olives, goat cheese, tapas or sushi.
A pretty good bargain sparkler from South Africa with a nose of sweet grapefruit, cut grass, lime and toast. On the palate look for tropical fruits, crisp citrus and a soft bead of bubbles. Pair with oysters, sushi or grilled fish.
The warmth of 2016 has created a Franc with cassis, violets, herbs/mint, cocoa and vanilla. Medium-plus body, ripe tannins and excellent length. I think that a tomahawk steak with a rosemary butter sauce would be a phenomenal pairing. Drink over the next 6-7 years.