Very pure rendition of the grape showing aromatic floral blossom and stone fruit. Peach and apricot flavours come through cleanly and with good intensity, acidity and light minerality.
Medium ruby. Nose of strawberry and raspberry, fruit stones. Very nicely balanced, just enough oak and a good deal of fruit. Ready to drink.
Clear, pale silver-yellow. Faint nose of apple, pineapple and pear. Light-bodied with crisp acidity and apple and melon flavours. A food wine; excellent accompaniment to crusty white bread and mussels in a garlicky tomato/wine sauce. Drink now.
This Burgundian-inspired “Passe-Tout-Grains” includes equal parts Pinot Noir and Gamay. Wild berries and dried herbs on the nose. Black cherry and cola on the palate. Finishes with savoury meat, liquorice and a peppery finish. Pairs well with grilled sausages and roasted vegetables.
Golden yellow. Ripe fruits, hinting towards tropical with only a slight mineral edge. Delicately acidic, it remains fresh, light and fully dry. Almost tannic in the tight finish. Very good.
Marston’s in Burton-upon-Trent is best known for Pedigree, but 61 Deep is their segue into a modern context. Referring to the depth of the facility’s well, the match-struck sulfate of the local water peeks through American and Australian hops that set this modern pale ale up with pine, grapefruit, mango, and a lasting bitterness despite the comparatively low (4.1%) alcohol.
Vinous, juicy and balanced with fresh acidity, integrated elegant tannins and a delicious mouth-watering quality that encourages you to take each subsequent taste. Great with typical Piedmontese dishes such as carne cruda and vitello tonnato, but would also match with roast duck breast and grilled sausages.