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Vines have been cultivated in Ribeira Sacra for centuries, having first been planted by the Romans, before the devastation of phylloxera and civil war drove local families to leave the region and begin new, easier lives elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003eIn the late 1990s, Javier came to the region attracted by its old vines and untouched, Jurassic landscape. His family purchased land in Quiroga-Bibei, Ribeira’s most easterly sub-region, and currently owns a 140-hectare estate, of which 45 hectares are planted with vines. Javier has since worked tirelessly to revive the region and its indigenous vines, undertaking what is known locally as ‘heroic viticulture’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003eToday, he is joined by a small team of talented winemakers, producing some of Ribeira Sacra’s most esteemed wines. The winery is gravity-fed, and the winemaking philosophy is centred around gentle fruit handling, vinifying plots separately, indigenous yeast fermentation and ageing in a variety of vessels, including concrete eggs, foudres and old 600-litre barrels. Aside from working with their estate vineyards, Dominio do Bibei also source grapes from neighbouring vineyards, provided they do not face south; producing vibrant fruit with good levels of natural acidity is key to the estate’s gastronomic style of wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVines are grown at varying degrees of elevation, between 300 to 700 metres above sea level, and are scattered across a large, north-facing hillside with schist and granite soils, flecked with slate, quartz and iron. The vine age varies between 25 and 100 years old and on average produces between 1 and 1.5kg of grapes. The region’s Atlantic climate, with an average annual rainfall of 700mm, mostly concentrated in the winter and spring months, helps retain freshness and acidity in the fruit. The summer and autumn are drier, with a large diurnal range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'Lalama' has a vibrant and slightly spicy nose brimming with aromas of ripe black cherries, blueberries, dark plummy fruit and a touch of wild strawberry. These crunchy fruit aromas are contrasted beautifully by the peppery spices, some toasty oak notes and a warm mocha character. The wine is a dark red colour with youthful ruby reflections. The palate is fresh and texturally inviting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancisRobinson.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelicate nose. Notes of redcurrant, herbs and hints of truffle. Flavourful with firm but subtle tannin and herbal touch on the palate. Worth every euro of its price. (FC). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink now-2034.“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e16 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dominio do Bibei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41137282449482,"sku":"S222301191","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/LALAMANV.png?v=1771608213"},{"product_id":"2024-cramele-recas-pinot-noir-calusari","title":"2024 Cramele Recas Pinot Noir Calusari","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1988, three families decided to invest in a winery in Romania. It started with 650ha of slightly unloved vineyards and a rusty, formerly state-owned winery. Today, Englishman Philip Cox and his Romanian wife Elvira have turned the Cramele Recas Estate into the most successful winery in Romania. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a good example of the quality of wines now being made in this once overlooked corner of Europe. 100% estate grown gapes from the Uberland Hill vineyard. Conventional new world viticulture and meticulous canopy management. Grown on a variety of soils, from cracking clay to limestone rich loam. All vineyards are non-irrigated. Trained to vertical shoot positioned trellis with 2 to 4 canes per vine with replacement spurs. Made from \u003cspan\u003ePinot Noir 85%, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeteasca Neagra 8%,  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 3%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting note: A soft, smooth, spicy and excellent value Romanian Pinot Noir. Vibrant strawberry and cranberry aromas are balanced with characteristically autumnal and earthy Pinot Noir notes. Soft red fruits running throughout leading up to a lovely elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood match: Semi hard cheeses, salmon, tuna, pork dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cramele Recas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41137318920266,"sku":"R200301241","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/BOTTLE_2933.png?v=1763149439"},{"product_id":"2019-guillaume-gonnet-lirac-1","title":"2021 Guillaume Gonnet Lirac","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe energetic and charismatic Guillaume Gonnet is not your average Rhône winemaker. Extremely open in his attitude, his curious, boundary challenging approach extends beyond wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis beautiful lirac is aged for 12 months in concrete vats after fermentation. The wine has intense red and black fruits flavours with lots of spices and garrigue (herbs from Provence), soft, elegant tannins developing complex aromas (liquorice, truffle and dark chocolate) with ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Guillaume Gonnet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41137338810442,"sku":"R118801211","price":25.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/products\/2019_C2_A0Guillaume_20Gonnet_20Lirac_49a786d9-667d-40b5-87ca-6d47fcd47320.png?v=1706722965"},{"product_id":"2021-bodegas-carchelo-c-jumilla","title":"2021 Bodegas Carchelo C Jumilla","description":"A vibrant red colour with a purple core. On the nose, this wine is intense and refreshing with a wide range of aromas of blueberries, strawberries and a hint of liquorice. 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Henry set out to find the perfect midpoint or ‘Goldilocks’ wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the glass the wine is a deep purple with aromas of berries, red and black, mingling effortlessly with vanilla and spice – very old world in style. The palate is much weightier than the nose suggests, which is a nod to the ‘new world’ style, whilst retaining elegance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rating_list\"\u003e90pts | Platter's\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pilgrim vineyard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41244647456842,"sku":"S127601201","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/Screenshot2026-05-27122019.png?v=1779880845"},{"product_id":"2021-triebaumer-classic-rust-blaufrankisch","title":"2021 Triebaumer Classic Rust Blaufrankisch","description":null,"brand":"Triebaumer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41959720812618,"sku":"A403704211","price":26.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"2022-vina-cobos-bramare-malbec-valle-de-uco-1","title":"2022 Vina Cobos - Bramare Malbec Lujan de Cuyo","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1989, Paul Hobbs visited Mendoza for the first time. Driving over the Andes from Chile, he fell in love with the place and the people, but also with its potential to make great wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe began experimenting with wild fermented Chardonnay and then with the variety that would become Argentina’s calling card – Malbec; his first 10-barrel vintage of Malbec persuaded the American press of the potential of this grape. Paul established his own winery, Viña Cobos, in 1999 and over 20 years later, continues to make wines that are authentic expressions of the terroir they come from. In his exploration of the different terroirs across Mendoza, Paul looks to the most distinguished regions of Luján de Cuyo and Valle de Uco to produce wines that uniquely express their origins. The winery’s elegant and balanced wines are a result of meticulous vineyard farming and utmost respect for terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eViticulture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuján de Cuyo, is known historically as the ‘prime zone’ for wine-growing in Mendoza, situated at a high altitude of 3,250 to 3,470 feet (990 to 1,060 meters) and in a semi-desert climate, the low-nutrient gravelly soils provide ideal conditions for producing high quality grapes. Hand harvested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged 18 months in French oak barrels, with a small percentage of first-use barrels. Each batch is harvested and elaborated separately to define the final cut after aging. Bottled unfined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"video-responsive\"\u003eDeep ruby red colour with violet tones. Aromas of red fruit, plum, graphite and floral notes. The palate is round and balanced, with sweet and juicy tannins.  Delightfully plush and generous on the palate, this is simply a glorious glass of Malbec!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eCritial Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The 2022 Malbec Bramare Luján de Cuyo comes from a selection of vineyards in the region. Aged for 18 months in barrels, 20% new, it offers aromas of cedar, candied plum and cherry, with a slightly spicy trace of tobacco and violet. The oak lends volume and a velvety texture to the fine tannins, while the finish shows clear barrel notes intertwined with red fruit. This is very Luján de Cuyo, with a long, soft finish. This is an easygoing yet nuanced red.\" \u003cstrong\u003e94 pts Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Fermented in stainless steel and aged 18 months in 20% new French oak, the 2022 Bramare Luján de Cuyo Malbec opens with an inviting, soft and red-fruited bouquet with floral accents. The palate is svelte and richly saturated, transitioning to a refined, powdery finish. This is a precisely rendered and texturally pleasing example of Luján de Cuyo Malbec.\" \u003cstrong\u003e92 pts The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vina Cobos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41966055686218,"sku":"A203113221","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/BramareLujandeCuyoMalbec2022_dfa8d618-e05c-4749-a883-6d45904634dd.png?v=1781626540"},{"product_id":"2022-gayda-chemin-de-moscou","title":"2022 Gayda Chemin de Moscou","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemin de Moscou 2022 - 93\/100 The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The 2022 IGP Pays d'Oc Chemin de Moscou opens with a vibrant, perfumed bouquet of iris, lilac, violet and dark wild berries mingled with notes of strawberries. Medium to full-bodied, suave and sappy, enveloping and ample, it has an energetic and ethereal structure, good depth at the core and chiseled tannins, concluding with a long, elegant and very floral finish. Matured for 21 months in various containers, this blend of 73% Syrah, 20% Grenache Noir and 7% Cinsault ranks among the finest wines ever produced at this estate.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe local villagers believe the name originated from the place outside the village where meetings were held, under the “L’arbre de Moscou” the “Moscow Tree”. This tree was used as a navigation beacon by pioneers of the Aéropostale service flying out of Toulouse on their way to Perpignan, Spain, North Africa and eventually South America. Stories of these flights have been immortalised by Saint Exupéry in his many books about his exploits. The tree, an enormous pine, was struck by lightning and burned to the ground over 20 years ago.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade with 73% Syrah, 20% Grenache Noir, 7% Cinsault from limestone plateaus, Latour de France (Gneiss), Calce (Schist), Granitic sand and calcareous sandstone. From low yielding vines, hand picked and hand graded selection with 1\/3 of Syrah whole bunch fermentation, 2\/3 de-stemmed without crushing. De-stemmed berry selection and traditional vinification with 2 weeks post-fermentation maceration. \u003cspan\u003e21 months in French oak with 1\/3 of the Syrah in ‘Burgundy’ new oak for 9 months. Grenache and Cinsault in 500 litre ‘demi-muids’ and 2000 litre ‘foudres’ for 9 months. Blending of the best barrels of each variety followed by a further 12 months maturation of the final blend in the same barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting note: A bright, vibrant deep red colour with hints of violet. The nose is remarkably intense, with dominant notes of wild blackberry, supported by fresh touches of liquorice and black pepper. Floral notes of violet add a refined dimension to this complex bouquet. On the palate, refinement and indulgence come to the fore with aromas of blackcurrant liqueur, enriched by hints of pepper and cocoa beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fresh vegetal base and hints of plum jam add depth and richness to the wine. The long, powerful finish also reveals all its elegance thanks to controlled ageing in oak barrels\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gayda","offers":[{"title":"Single Bottle","offer_id":42120208023626,"sku":"F108203221","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mix 6","offer_id":43147653808202,"sku":null,"price":21.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/chemin_de_moscou_2022_scaled.jpg?v=1761243523"},{"product_id":"2023-clos-del-rey-la-noia-grenache","title":"2023 Clos del Rey La Noia Grenache","description":null,"brand":"Clos del Rey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42121178185802,"sku":"F152102231","price":23.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"2023-feudo-antico-altopiano-montepulciano-dabruzzo","title":"2024 Feudo Antico Altopiano Montepulciano d'Abruzzo","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeudo Antico was created on a small plot of land in the heart of Abruzzo – Italy’s smallest DOP and the first designation of its kind in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting with the 2013 vintage, all wines are certified by Magis certified – the most advanced project for the sustainability of wine production in Italy. Currently, the 15ha are cultivated using only native varieties and with limited yields to ensure that quality is maintained. This approach is continued in the winery, where vinification includes no wood whatsoever and is restricted to concrete and glass, guaranteeing the purity of the fruit and its flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 100% Montepulciano vines offer a wine that is ruby red with violet reflexes. Small red berry fruits, wild cherry, violets, delicate and spicy. Full bodied, well structured with soft and well balanced tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fuedo Antico","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42123165990986,"sku":"I537901241","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/montepulcianod_abruzzo.png?v=1770994326"},{"product_id":"2024-friendsip-red-merlot-mavrud","title":"2024 Friendsips Red Mavrud Merlot","description":null,"brand":"Friendsip","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42124051513418,"sku":"B401402241","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"2023-hormiga-negra-malbec","title":"2023 Hormiga Negra Malbec","description":null,"brand":"Hormiga","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42124158894154,"sku":"A212101231","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"2022-clos-henri-estate-pinot-noir-organic","title":"2022 Clos Henri Estate Pinot Noir Organic","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" jsaction=\"rcuQ6b:\u0026amp;sf3OCd_q|npT2md\" jscontroller=\"zcfIf\" jsuid=\"sf3OCd_q\" data-hveid=\"CAQQAA\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eA organic Pinot Noir, from the Marlborough region, combines the winemaking heritage of the Sancerre-based Bourgeois family with the unique New Zealand terroir of clay\/gravel soils.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" jsaction=\"rcuQ6b:\u0026amp;sf3OCd_q|npT2md\" jscontroller=\"zcfIf\" jsuid=\"sf3OCd_q\" data-hveid=\"CAQQAA\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a 96 hectare property bought by the Bourgeois wine family in 2001. They are committed to maintaining the bio-diversity of the farm and have plented various other crops over the last 15 years whilst converting the estate steadily to vineyard. The soil in Clos Henri, a kind of yellow-grey clay, is to be found on the very steep slopes where the vines enjoy excellent exposure to the sun. All these soils have only been used for pasture and never exposed to insecticides, herbicides or any other form of chemical treatments. The Bourgeois family are committed to maintain the local biodiversity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" jsaction=\"rcuQ6b:\u0026amp;sf3OCd_q|npT2md\" jscontroller=\"zcfIf\" jsuid=\"sf3OCd_q\" data-hveid=\"CAQQAA\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" jsaction=\"rcuQ6b:\u0026amp;sf3OCd_q|npT2md\" jscontroller=\"zcfIf\" jsuid=\"sf3OCd_q\" data-hveid=\"CAQQAA\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eTasting note: Aromas of juicy cherries, fresh strawberries, plums, and dried flowers, enhanced by notes of earthiness, spice, and a delicate touch of liquorice or charcoal\/graphite minerality. On the palate it is vibrant with an interesting structure of bright red fruit flavors On the finish it is \u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" jscontroller=\"fly6D\" jsuid=\"sf3OCd_14\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003efine, firm, and silky tannins with a long-lasting, satisfying finish and lively acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan jsuid=\"sf3OCd_16\" class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" jsaction=\"rcuQ6b:\u0026amp;sf3OCd_16|npT2md\" jscontroller=\"udAs2b\" data-wiz-uids=\"sf3OCd_16,sf3OCd_17,sf3OCd_18\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=sf3OCd_16\/TKHnVd;\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Clos Henri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42313831186506,"sku":"N105102221","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/Clos_Henri.jpg?v=1766328214"},{"product_id":"2024-vina-cobos-felino-malbec","title":"2024 Vina Cobos Felino Malbec","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1989, Paul Hobbs visited Mendoza for the first time. 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Rejecting traditional classifications like Crianza and Reserva, the family is far more interested in creating wines with personality and individuality – wines that are true to their vineyards and heritage. Among them are red wines from their cherished Tinto Fino, a prized clone of Tempranillo, and more recently Godello wines from Bierzo – vibrant whites that are as exciting and lively as their labels suggest.  Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, with subsequent ageing in a mixture of new and old French and American oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Note: A powerful, balanced wine with exceptional elegance. The aromas of Tempranillo have been refined through the ageing process and it has notes of wood in the background and the personality of the variety and terroir. 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Purchasing the only land he could afford, some relatively cheap and ‘undesirable’ plots in the Polkadraai Hills, it soon became apparent that the unique granite-based terroir was producing some incredible wines, and is now recognised as one of the finest wards in Stellenbosch. His Eden High Density Single Vineyard Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc, and the iconic MR de Compostella are some of South Africa’s finest wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from Stellenbosch and are grown only on decomposed dolomite granite soils. Grapes are hand sorted three times, crushed and left to cold soak on the skins for five days. After fermentation at a temperature of 28°C, the grapes were basket pressed before malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\"\u003eTasting Note: Great purity of fruit and balanced elegance. The nose shows dark and red cherry. Dark berries, spiciness and herbs linger on the palate. The wine has great purity of fruit with a hint of wet-stone minerality and a velvet soft finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\"\u003eFood match: Game birds, Beef fillet and Pork loin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raats","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42616067915850,"sku":"S102304221","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/BOTTLE_1011.png?v=1763148023"},{"product_id":"2023-lo-behold-shiraz-mourvedre-carignan","title":"2023 Lo \u0026 Behold Shiraz-Mourvedre-Carignan","description":"\u003cp\u003eSourced from vineyards in the mountainous region of Piekenierskloof, above the Citrusdal Valley, Western Cape in South Africa. Vines up to 25 years old sit atop sandstone soils at altitude of 650-700m and take in the dry hot summer days, cool nights and mild, wet winters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach variety is vinified separately. 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The vineyards are divided into hundreds of individual plots, each planted with gnarly old bush vines on chalky-clay soils that shelter under the magnificent Sierra de Cantabria range. Juan Luis Cañas is now the powerhouse behind this highly accomplished winery, but everywhere you go there is a feeling of family.  With 350 hectares of outstanding vineyards, split across 870 different plots, the viticultural department control every aspect. Each of the plots has its own personality and is categorised and used for different wines according to its characteristics. All plots are no further than 3.1 miles around the winery and all of them within Rioja Alavesa, following rational viticulture, and in most cases following organic viticulture practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrapes are de-stemmed and crushed before undergoing fermentation (with indigenous and selected yeasts) and then maceration in small stainless steel tanks for a total of 20 days at controlled temperatures, obtaining better colour extraction as well as much more complex wines, suitable for prolonged ageing. The wine is clarified and followed by amicrobic filtration. The malolactic fermentation is carried out in the deposits too. The wine is placed in American and French oak barrels for a minimum of 12 months ageing. It is then bottled an aged for a further 12 months minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"video-responsive\"\u003eTasting Note: \u003cspan\u003eTempranillo 95% and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarnacha 5% - \u003c\/span\u003eBright cherry-red in colour and an intensely fruity bouquet, with pronounced aromas of ripe redcurrants, strawberries, and raspberries. These are complemented by subtle lactic and balsamic notes, contributing both freshness and complexity. On the palate, it delivers a smooth, enveloping entry, supported by well-integrated, mature tannins and a vibrant acidity that underscores its freshness. This finely tuned balance accentuates the roundness and harmony emblematic of our local vineyards. The finish is long and enduring, leaving a lasting impression of expressive, seductive fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood match: Roast duck with a redcurrant or berry glaze, game pie, lamb chops, Lincolnshire sausages with caramelised red onions, porcini mushroom risotto, grilled eggplant parmigiana or Spanish ratatouille.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luis Canas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42635154096202,"sku":"S211209221","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/BOTTLE_4880.png?v=1762874359"},{"product_id":"2010-quinta-do-carvalhao-torto","title":"2010 Quinta do Carvalhao Torto","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully mature Red wine from Dao. A blend of Jaen (Mencia) and Alfrocheiro, without the influence of oak, this has the richness of age, but is still full of blueberry fruit and finely sculpted tannins. 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Unlike most California wines at its price point, Shebang is entirely made in thier cellars with the majority of lots fermented with indigenous yeasts, native malolactic strains, and raised in a combination of neutral oak barrels and tank. The fruit comes from old vineyards we are rehabilitating along with younger vine parcels and barrels of our Bedrock Wine Co. wines that do not fit into our higher-end wines. By being multi-vintage, it allows this small winery, to create some consistency across cuvées and ensure they can deliver a wine that overdelivers for its price.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“This is becoming one of the hottest red wine values in California…This killer offering admirably demonstrates what field blends of Mediterranean varietals and old vines can achieve in California.” Parker 90pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“A multi-vintage, multi-varietal mish-mash! 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No fungicides or weedkillers are used in the vineyard, and the winemaking process is minimal intervention, using wild yeasts and without the addition of sulphites. After fermentation the wine is aged for 8 months in 160 to 750 litre clay amphorae jars to preserve the purity of its fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSustainable HVE level 3 certified, Château Mangot has also held organic certification since 2020 and subsequently worked to convert the estate to biodynamic practices. They successfully completed this process in 2023 when they were certified as biodynamic through Biodyvin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Note: Aromas of red cherry with lightly peppery, herbal notes. The palate is bold and powerful with mouth coating tannins, red berry fruit, pepper and a fresh acidity that provides balance. 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Firstly, the grapes are put in a concrete tank to macerate with the juices for a short while. Then using the saignée method, a certain amount of the juice is bled off once the desired colour has been reached. This is then put into amphorae for fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Note:  Mulberries, soft red fruits on the palate, with soft tannins to give some pleasing structure to this very moreish light red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood match:  Versatile working from aperitif to dessert.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau de Piote","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42654742544458,"sku":"B250501231","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/2023_Piote_Vin_des_Piotes_Clair_VdF.jpg?v=1761591719"},{"product_id":"2018-lentremetteuse-gorge-carmenere","title":"2018 L'Entremetteuse Gorge Carmenere","description":"\u003cp\u003eL’Entremetteuse is the innovative and playful range by French expat Laurence Réal who established herself in Chile’s Colchagua valley three decades ago. 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The winemaking tradition has  been perpetuated for nine generations and their passion for the vine, passed down for three centuries, now allow Jérôme Corsin and Sylvain Roussot to jointly manage the family estate bequeathed to them by Maryse and Fernand Corsin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting note: Juliénas, made from the main grape variety of Beaujolais, Gamay Noir à Jus Blanc, offers a lively and structured wine with a purplish-ruby colour, floral aromas, and notes of red fruit and spice. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be enjoyed young but also develops into an excellent wine for aging (5 years or more). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood match: Ideal with red meats or Boeuf Bourginon. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de la Milleranche","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42748865183818,"sku":"B105101231","price":26.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/julienas.png?v=1764156201"},{"product_id":"2025-domaine-olivier-coquard-beaujolais-nouveau","title":"2025 Domaine Olivier Coquard Beaujolais Nouveau","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Coquard family has been established on the slopes of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003evillage of Pommiers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003efor four generations in the Southern hills of Beaujolais, on Lyon's doorstep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e. Now in the hands of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOlivier Coquard who in \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e1998, after a BTS in Viticulture and Oenology in Beaune and an experience in South Africa, settled back on of the family farm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003ePommiers is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003esituated on two distinct hills\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e. On their slopes facing the rising sun, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003ethe soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e are clay-limestone, producing the fresh and fruity wines characteristic of Beaujolais Nouveau. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn contrast, around the village, basaltic sands of volcanic origin give the wines an intense bouquet of ripe red fruit and a good tannic structure. Olivier \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003ecultivates 10 hectares of vines in the Beaujolais appellation, planted with Gamay (6 hectares) and Chardonnay (4 hectares). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey i\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003emplement the Organic Farming Charter of environmentally friendly production methods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting note: This 2025 Beaujolais Nouveau is 100% Gamay is classic \u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eBeaujolais - typical of a new vintage, \u003c\/span\u003ebright and fresh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e, notes of spice, fruity, light and aromatic. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eFood Match: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eCured meats, goats cheese, poultry, roasted duck or pork rillettes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Domaine Olivier Coquard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42789882429514,"sku":"B104802251","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/BN_Oliver_Coq.png?v=1763643803"},{"product_id":"2025-jerome-lacondemine-beaujolais-villages-nouveau","title":"2025 Jerome Lacondemine Beaujolais Villages Nouveau","description":"\u003cp\u003eJérôme Lacondemine has been a vigneron since he was 20 years old having taken over from his Uncle, the celebrated Beaujolaise winemaker Vincent Lacondemine in 2016 when he retired. A practitioner of low intervention wines and since 2002 all his red wines are made without added sulphur in the winery and with just a little added for preservation on bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the words of Jérome Lacondémine this 2025 Beaujolais Village Nouveau \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"C'est une bombe\". \u003c\/span\u003eJérome works all his Nouveau without added sulphites but this one is also bottled under vacuum - no sulphites added even at bottling. As a result it can oxidise faster than \"normal\" wines after opening so you should drink it in one sitting or chill it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jerome Lacondemine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42790229835850,"sku":"B104301251","price":26.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/BN_villages_nouveau_lacondemine_up_1_1.png?v=1763644457"},{"product_id":"2023-gialdi-vini-baiocco","title":"2023 Gialdi Vini Baiocco","description":"\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eA good, classic, Ticino-style Merlot at an affordable price. Just a touch of oak and a lot of complexity for a wine at this price point. Gialdi Vini makes wines under 2 brands, Gialdi and Brivio. Feliciano Gialdi and Guido Brivio as a team grew the company to one of the preeminent winemakers of Ticino, in the southern most canton of Switzerland, entirely south of The Alps. It is bordered by the Swiss cantons of Valais, Uri, and Grisons to the north, and shares international borders with Italy to the west and south. The canton is known for being the only one with Italian as its sole official language.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"MEIVB3A\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eGialdi Vini SA was founded in 1953 by Guglielmo Gialdi and was initially a wine merchant. In 1984, following the purchase of a wine cellar in the north of Ticino, the company began the production of its own Merlot and since then has expanded in a full range covering all the North. In parallel the Brivio family followed a similar path, from a drinks distributor to wine making, focusing on the South of Ticino. One oenologist, Alfred de Martin, is responsible for both ranges of wines,  each with their very distinctive house styles and regional typicity.  \u003cspan\u003eTraditional vinification with maceration for 10-12 days at 28°C in stainless steel tanks. Ageing in second- and third-use barriques for over 10 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eTasting note: Intense ruby red with aromas of ripe red berry fruits and delicate roasted notes and spicy tones. On the palate it is fruity and fresh, a well-bodied and pleasant wine. The wine is beautifully polished with complex red berry fruit laced with liquorice and toasted notes. Impeccably balanced on the finish, this is a wonderful alternative to right bank claret.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\" id=\"accordion-content-features\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eFood match: R\u003c\/span\u003eed meats or cheese boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gialdi Vini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42791149568074,"sku":"S500401231","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/bv_rw_baiocco_1.png?v=1764166523"},{"product_id":"2024-les-chiens-rouge","title":"2024 Les Chiens Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003eA superb red from South-West France. 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Today, Englishman Philip Cox and his Romanian wife Elvira have turned the Cramele Recas Estate into the most successful winery in Romania.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"intro\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"intro\"\u003eRecas are now recognized globally for their impressive scale and breadth of fascinating wines, including natural and orange wines made from organic grapes. Despite the increase in scale, the emphasis remains on making quality wines that over-deliver – a magic formula that has recently seen sales boom. The vineyards are a combination of old vines and more recent plantings, and the winery has seen significant investment in state of the art facilities.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCrushing and full destemming on all parcels, fermentation in stainless steel with a controlled yeast inoculation at 25-32degC, about 5-7days on skins with gentle pump overs. Pressed with some sugar still present for soft tannins. The ferment finishes off skins, racked off gross lees as soon as dry followed by natural malolactic fermentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\"\u003eTasting Note: Cherry red with violet reflexes and exceptional clarity. 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It’s the wine equivalent of a supergroup – each player bringing their A-game without any ego.  The 30% whole bunches keep it lively; a month on skins gives it enough grip to handle whatever you throw at it. One in a million wine, every night price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hub-single-product-tasting-notes-description\"\u003eWine Press: This more accessible red blend from Rudger van Wyk is made up of 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Shiraz, 27% Grenache, 11% Cinsault and 5% Carignan. While youthful and incredibly willing, the aromatics are forward, lifted and generous showing a medley of red berry fruits, sweet red cherry, strawberry compote and creamy raspberry nuances. Texturally supple and very elegant, the vivacious acidity combines with a crunchy red berry fruit intensity to make this wine seriously delicious, with purity of fruit and silky elegance its true highlights. 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Isla, brings her knowledge and commitment to quality grape growing which was learned during several years of working with some of the best viticulturists in New Zealand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn Faugères the soils are ancient, they are squeezed between the Pyrenees and the Massif central and are 350 million years old. The vineyards are dominated by schist soils perforated with limestone with a small percentage of sandstone as well as clay. Domaine la Sarabande is a relatively modest Domaine with 9.5 Ha spread over 4 vineyard sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTasting note: Made with 75% Grenache 15% Syrah 10% Mourvèdre. This wine has a rich and deep ripe cherry appearance. The aromas are black baked in the oven cherries, roasted peanuts, leather and nutmeg spices. The palate is still dominated by cherries but there are some pretty characters of strawberries, dried herbs and pepper combined with fine tannins. 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