{"title":"Reds under £16!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"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":"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":"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":"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. Shiraz aged with French oak during the malolactic fermentation for 6 months. All varieties fermented and aged in stainless steel for 6 months before being blended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting note: Fresh, ripe fruit and white pepper on the nose. Mourvèdre brings a dark, rich fruit core to the classic Shiraz characteristics, with fragrance from the Carignan and the red fruit vibrancy of the Cinsault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood match: Works beautifully with pizza, Mediterranean pastas or a lamb ragu.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lo and Behold","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42616073977930,"sku":"S129702231","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/2023_Lo___Behold_Shataz_blend.png?v=1762438147"},{"product_id":"2024-chante-cigale-the-cicada-rouge","title":"2024 Chante Cigale The Cicada Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Chante Cigale is located within the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and has been owned by the Sabon Favier family for several generations. Consisting of 41 hectares, the domaine benefits from old vines, some of which are veritably ancient at over 100 years old. Alexandre Favier took over from his father, Christian, and is part of a new wave of producers in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, combining modern technical expertise with time-honoured winemaking practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlex Favier sources the grapes for his Vin de France Rouge from land the family owns in the Vaucluse; grapes for this come from 2 lieu-dits in Travaillan to the west of Gigondas – La Marteillère with clay soil for the Grenache \u0026amp; L’Hers on limestone for the Carignan, vines are 30 years old. Hand-harvested and de-stemmed, short maceration in concrete for the Grenache plus aging in 5 yr old Burgundy barrels for the Carignan to round out the tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"half makefullwidth\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\"\u003eTasting note: Fresh, ripe red berries with a touch of forest floor on the nose. Robust flavours of red and black cherries, a pinch of spice and some smooth tannins, definitely punching above its modest Vin de France classification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\"\u003eFood match: Great on its own or with pasta, grilled lamb or ratatouille.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chante Cigale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42719940378698,"sku":"R102806241","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/FRH205_300_dpi_High_Res.jpg?v=1764264447"},{"product_id":"2023-adega-de-penalva-red","title":"2023 Adega de Penalva Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNestled in Portugal’s cool Dão region, some of the country’s most compelling vinous bargains are being crafted. With a meticulous, hands off approach to viticulture, the Adega de Penalva cooperative makes pure wines that speak of where they come from and are, above all else, deliciously drinkable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from 40% Touriga Nacional, 30% Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), and 30% Jaen (Mencía). Hand-harvested, fully destemmed and aged in a combination of stainless steel and concrete tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Note: Bursting with cherries and violets on the nose, with a distinct pink peppercorn spice on the palate. It has pure fruit character, but masterfully balanced by some delicate, dusty tannins. \u003c\/span\u003eEnjoyable as an aperitif, especially when chilled for a few moments in the fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adega de Penalva","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42720434782282,"sku":"P107902231","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/Dao_Red.jpg?v=1764260860"},{"product_id":"2024-les-chiens-rouge","title":"2024 Les Chiens Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003eA superb red from South-West France. This wine is a blend from local varieties growing on old vines; from some of the best vineyards in the Roussillon, this delightful fruity red wine is created from a field blend of native varietals, usually comprising Carignan, Caladoc and Marselan or Grenache Noir. The soils are composed of clay and silt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional red wine fermentation in stainless steel without carbonic maceration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\"\u003eTasting Note:  Bright red with cherry and plum-coloured highlights. Velvety flavours of blackcurrant and spice and a hint of liquorice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\"\u003eFood matching: Rack of lamb, pork and chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Les Chiens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43113978036298,"sku":"F154301241","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/BOTTLE_4865.png?v=1764504755"},{"product_id":"2024-cramele-recas-calusari-merlot","title":"2024 Cramele Recas Calusari Merlot","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"intro\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBack in 1988, three families decided to invest in a winery in Romania, starting with 650ha \u003c\/span\u003eof 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\/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. The intense aromas of red fruits  lead on to a lovely juicy smooth palate with crisp crunchy acidity, medium body, round active tannins and with a slightly spicy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\"\u003eFood match: Ripened and semi-hard cheeses or roast pork or veal dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cramele Recas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43113979478090,"sku":"R200302241","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/BOTTLE_4938.png?v=1764505352"},{"product_id":"nv-bodegas-bastida-lela-del-mar-tinto","title":"NV Bodegas Bastida Lela Del Mar Tinto","description":"","brand":"Bodegas Bastida","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43113984360522,"sku":"S236206NV1","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/Lela_Del_Mar_Tinto.png?v=1778085311"},{"product_id":"2024-new-dawn-red-blend","title":"2024 New Dawn Red Blend","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Red Blend is made from Five grapes that shouldn’t work together but absolutely do: Cabernet’s backbone, Grenache’s plush texture, Syrah’s spice, Cinsaut’s perfume, and Carignan’s electric energy. 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. Accessible and juicy, this wine is good to savour on release and over the next 5 to 6 years.\u003cspan class=\"hub-single-product-tasting-notes-meta hub-single-product-tasting-notes-meta-expert-date\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e[Greg Sherwood MW,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hub-single-product-tasting-notes-meta-date\"\u003e14\/07\/2025\u003c\/span\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Dawn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43122317230154,"sku":"S130402241","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/New_Dawn_Red_Blend.png?v=1765226767"},{"product_id":"2022-domaine-la-sarabande-pig-wine-red","title":"2022 Domaine la Sarabande Pig Wine Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaul and Isla Gordon are a dynamic wine couple based in the Faugéres appellation in the South of France. Paul is an Australian vigneron who honed his winemaking skills in the vineyards of New Zealand. 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\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\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eTasting note: This is a complex blend of three different Syrah vineyards and a single plot of Mourvédre. The grapes are all organically grown and the hand picked when we believe the flavours and acidity is in equilibrium. Fermentation was done in small one tonne open fermenters. Here we see a wine with darker fruits at the core and more structural tannin, savouriness and dried herb spices. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ePerhaps more Provence than Southern Rhone in style! 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From approximately 40 year old vines planted at around 5000 vines per hectare on selected plots across the Pays d'Herault region. In this sunny corner of France grapes can ripen to full maturity and express great varietal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness, destemmed and divided into two lots. One undergoes the modern process of hot skin contact maceration. After that, the juice goes through cool temperature fermentation in stainless steel tanks. This procedure is carried out in order to extract and enhance the varietal’s aromatic qualities. The other lot is fermented traditionally on their skins for about ten days adding structure to the wine. At the end of the winemaking process both the modern and the traditional section are blended to a youthful and easy drinking wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\"\u003eTasting Note: A velvety smooth red wine full of luscious blackcurrant and spicy liquorice flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"title\"\u003eFood match: Classic French bistro dishes and hearty stews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pierre et Papa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43137093042250,"sku":"F154401241","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/PP_Red_4857.png?v=1766069050"},{"product_id":"2021-helmsman-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot","title":"2021 Helmsman Cabernet Sauvignon\/Merlot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRobert Oatley Helmsman Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot is a blend of primarily Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and a small portion of other varieties, sourced from the Central Ranges (Cowra, Mudgee and Orange) in New South Wales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt presents juicy red and dark fruits on the nose — think raspberry, plum and redcurrant — sometimes with a hint of blackcurrant, subtle spice or cedar undertones. 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They adopt methods such as low yields, careful pruning and early harvesting in addition to organic farming methods in the vineyard. The resulting wines are mineral, fresh, elegant and, above all, authentic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA blend of Aragonez, Touriga Nacional and Trincadeira. Crafted from a selection of old vines from Vidigueira, showcasing the terroir of Alentejo. Machine-harvested grapes were selected in a sorting table, destemmed, and gently crushed. Fermentation took place in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature. It was then matured for six months in French oak barrels. This is a well-balanced wine with great purity of raspberry and cherry fruit and a touch of spice. Juicy, elegant and refreshing with soft tannins and well-balanced acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vineking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43471839002698,"sku":"P114701241","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/3211\/files\/BojadorTinto.jpg?v=1775308773"},{"product_id":"2020-chateau-reynier-bordeaux-superieur","title":"2020 Chateau Reynier Bordeaux Superieur","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Reynier is located in the Entre-Deux-Mers appellation and dates back to the fifteenth century. Since 1901 the Lurton family have been custodians of this historic estate. The property is now run by Marc Lurton, the fourth generation, who alongside his daughter Pauline, is committed to combining traditional and modern winemaking techniques to produce wines which are excellent value and great quality examples of Bordeaux varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 50\/50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. \u003cspan\u003eGrapes are rigorously selected at harvest, with each variety and plot vinified separately to preserve site expression and quality. The wine is then aged for 12 months in oak barrels in limestone cellars. Rich blackcurrant and plum aromas with subtle hints of spice and vanilla. On the palate, it reveals a smooth texture with well-integrated tannins, showcasing flavours of ripe dark fruits, cocoa, and a touch of oak. 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