A blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo and the lesser-known local variety Ciliegiolo, this interesting wine shows pronounced dark cherry, metallic mineral, graphite and a whiff of clove on the nose. Appetizingly bitter black cherry kicks in on the palate with saliva-inducing acidity and dry tannic grip. Good depth of flavour and solid structure makes it a useful pairing with robust Italian red meat dishes.
Bright and zesty passionfruit, gooseberry, asparagus and hedgerow fill this classic Marlborough Savvy. 2015 marked the winery's 30th vintage, as well as one of the driest summers on record. That's felt in the concentration of this round, tropical-minded white, one clouded with lees and trailing with zesty and sour tangerine.
Quintessential Kiwi Sauvignon Blanc with pink grapefruit, lime, nectarine, passion fruit and fresh peach juice. Zest acidity, medium body and a long fruity/mineral aftertaste.
A good introduction to the delights of red Burgundy. Ruby in colour offering a raspberry bouquet with light notes of violets and oak spice; medium-bodied, dry, red plum and raspberry flavours excite the palate ending with a firm tannic finish.
Lovely fresh floral, green herbal and ripe dark fruit, together with subtle forest-floor aromas, yield to sweet ripe berry-fruit supported by soft tannins and an interesting herbal note. Easy-to-like fruit-driven style.
If you're celebrating an anniversary with sparkling wine or commiserating a loss, here's a real bargain. This sparkling Chardonnay from Burgundy is straw-coloured with a toasty, apple and citrus bouquet; it's medium-bodied, dry, with lively lemon-lime acidity and flavours of apple and warm brioche.
100% Chardonnay. Pale gold colour with a fine mousse. Very yeasty nose with ripe apple and citrus in the background. In the mouth there is a veritable explosion of bubbles over just off-dry lemon, citrus and peach flavours, with excellent acidity. Drink when it gets in the door.