Haselgrove Wines Altermative Series Syrah
Tasting Notes Deep purple with magenta hues, with lifted aromas of bright red fruits, spice and white pepper. The palate is juicy and tingles with natural acidity. Flavours of red currant, blackberry and raspberry balance the structural tannins and grippy finish. Vineyards Sourced from a single vineyard at the southern end of McLaren Vale. The site is less than 2km from the ocean, and this proximity has a moderating effect on the microclimate.
Tombolini Verdicchio DOC
A 100% Verdicchio from the Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC, located in the central Italian Marche region. Elegant notes of white flowers, bergamot and yellow grapefruit on the nose, with a well-defined acidity perfectly balanced by structure and body on the palate, finishing with a subtle yet pleasant, bitter almond note on the finish. An ideal pairing with fish dishes such as carpachio, sushi, and deep fried seafood.
ChaLou Syrah
Elegant, focused with complex tapestry. perfumed and pretty with roses petal, subtle spice and a hint of violet. Palate is fine with ripe mulberry, clove, cinnamon and supple tannins.
Porta Rossa Langhe Nebbiolo DOC
PICCINI SOLCO TOSCANA APPASSITE
Wine Making Process - The leggero appassimento (light drying) technique consists in reducing the water present in the grape. Dehydration produces an increase in the sugar content of the grape. The resulting wine exhibits exuberant hints of red fruits and a complex and elegant tannic texture. After the harvest, the grapes undergo a soft pressing, followed by maceration at a controlled temperature. Once fermentation is complete, the wine rests in stainless steel vats before completing its maturation in the bottle. Colour - Solco catches the eye with its intense red, enriched with precious purple shades. Bouquet - The nose reveals unmistakable aromas of red fruits, among which cherry and black cherry stand out, wrapped in the gentle embrace of sweet spices. Flavour -A full body wine that never loses its refined elegance. The silky tannic texture offers the palate a pleasant sensation of softness with a long and persistent finish. Recommended With - It goes perfectly with roasts, red meats, game and cheeses. Serving Temperature - 18 – 20 degrees C.
FINCA FELLA TINTO MONASTRELL ALTADO
Vineyards - In the uncontaminated territory of Los Pandos, a generous land hosts our old vineyards inherited from a millenary tradition. A pure blue sky and perfect microclimate with important thermic excursions even in the hottest months, the right conditions are created this outstanding aromatic structure and perfect balanced in acidity. Colour - Cherry red. Bouquet - Clean and bright with incredible intensity. The fruitfulness from the Monastrell varietal has been preserved, with subtle confit fruit flavours, blended with smokey hints and roasted tones from the gently toasted French oak barrels. Palate - Well balanced and fresh on the palate. Lively, full bodied with great acidity and noble and smooth tannins. Recommended With - Ideal with deep flavoured stews, rich meats, pasta with mushrooms, dried meat such as Spanish ham and cured cheese. Serving Temperature - 16 – 18 Degrees C.
VALIANO POGGIO TEO CHIANTI CLASSICO
COLOUR : Intense ruby red colour with garnet hues. BOUQUET : Gentle embrace of lavender and white musk, warmed by the prosperous reminiscences of red cherry, agapanthus flowers and pepper. FLAVOUR : The palate is generous, opulent and harmonious, without losing its freshness. The ferrous touch of the vine of origin gives the wine roundness. The firm tannic texture ensures intriguing evolutions in the future. RECOMMENDED WITH : Ideal with roasts and matured cheeses. SERVING TEMPERATURE : 16 – 18 degrees C.
Piccini Toscana Collezione Privata
"Mario Piccini opens the doors of his cellar, inviting you to taste his "Collezione Privata" (Italian for "Private Collection"). This selection has been meticulously curated by Mario Piccini himself, and his signature on each bottle stands as a personal guarantee of the wine's quality. A blend of Merlot (40%), Cabernet Sauvignon (20%), Syrah (205) and Sangiovese (20%). The bouquet reveals rich notes of spice, chocolate, ripe plums and blackberries. Flavours of licorice and ripe fruit dance on the palate while supple tannins contribute to a velvety texture. This is a harmonious and well-structured wine with rich complexity and a long, lingering finish. It is complex and harmonious".
FANTINI MONT.D'ABRUZZO
VINEYARDS : The vineyards are situated around the towns of Ortona, San Salvo and Pollutri on the Adriatic coast of the Abruzzo region. Facing south east, vines are planted on a mix of clay and limestone soils and are trained on both Guyot and Pergola systems. VINIFICATION : Once the grapes were received at the winery, they were gently crushed and destemmed. The grapes then underwent a cold maceration for 4 days. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at a temperature of 24 – 26 Degrees C for 8 – 10 days. This wine received no oak ageing to preserve the vibrancy of the fruit. COLOUR : Ruby red with garnet highlights. BOUQUET : Intense, persistent and fruity with a strong aroma of wild berries. FLAVOUR : Full bodied, well balanced, slightly tannic with a clean aftertaste. RECOMMENDED WITH : Excellent with all the typical courses of Italian traditional cooking. SERVING TEMPERATURE : 16 – 18 degrees C. AWARDS: Grand Gold Mundus Vini Best Of Show Spring Tasting Mundus Vini Gold Medal Berliner Wine Trophy.
FANTINI CALALENTA ROSE CORK
Hand picked in night time (Calalenta). Immediately after harvesting, pressing and cooling are carried out in a few seconds down to -1 Degree C in an inert atmosphere. The free run must id fermented at 10 Degrees C in stainless steel tank for 20 days. After a light and quick aging on lees of 30 days in stainless steel the wine is gently fined, filtered and straightforward bottled. COLOUR : This “Provence Style” rose has a very pale pink blush colour. BOUQUET : Fresh and flinty aromas of strawberry, fresh cut watermelon and rose petals on the nose with mineral notes on the palate. FLAVOUR : The wine has a refreshing acidity that’s in harmony with the fruit and well rounded with good length. Its long and intense finish is the signature of a Rose with incomparable elegance. RECOMMENDED WITH : Excellent as an aperitif, matches very well also with raw fish, delicate vegetarian dishes, fresh cheeses and Japanese cuisine. SERVING TEMPERATURE : 10 – 12 degrees C.