Quaffers - under $15
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- Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, ITALY$13.99$13.99Bottle$167.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
A youthful, slightly chewy Montepulciano with juicy morello cherry and ripe plum fruits.
Deep midnight black core with a vibrant dark red hue. Ripe morello cherry, plum and liquorice aromas show good aromatic lift out of the glass with some earthy incense and spice notes also chiming in. Juicy morello cherry and ripe plum fruits are to the fore with subtle earthy incense, dried herb and spice elements lurking in the background. Nicely fleshed yet youthful feel with slightly chewy tannins, fresh acidity and a gentle inkiness to the medium length finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13% - 93
- Nicks Import
- Reduced
2021 A d'Aussieres (Domaines Barons de Rothschild Lafite) Pays d'Oc RougeLanguedoc, FRANCEReduced from$19.99$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)ABV: 13.5%Closure: Synthetic CorkDomaine d'Aussieres is nestled in the steep hills just back from the Mediterranean coast in Narbonne in the South of France. The estate was acquired by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) in 1999, owners of some the most revered Chateau’ in Bordeaux which sell upwards of $2000 per bottle (Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau Duhart-Milon, Chateau L’Evangile and Chateau Rieussec.) Upon assuming control Baron Eric de Rothschild undertook a vast rehabilitation program of the estate including the replanting of some 413 acres with carefully selected traditional Languedoc grape varieties: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Carignan, complimented by Cabernet, Merlot and Chardonnay. The building was restored at the same time and a new winery installed in the old cellars.
A delicious, bargain priced Languedoc blend utilising the winemaking know how of one of the world’s great wine estates, Chateau Lafite Rothschild.
A blend of 30% Syrah, 29% Grenache, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, along with smaller proportions of Alicante-Henri-Bouschet, Marselan, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. Deep black dark red core with a dark red hue. Jumping out of the glass are pronounced black raspberry and black cherry aromas which are trailed by some liquorice, dried herb, scorched earth and pepper notes. Rich, juicy black cherry and liquorice fruits carry medium body weight over a back drop of black raspberry, scorched earth, dried meat and peppered dried herb elements. Possessing a chewy feel it has medium grained tannins and nicely integrated acidity. The slightly dryish mid length finish showing off some rustic charm.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13.5%- 89
- Special Order Product – Delayed Dispatch
2024 Fat Bastard Pinot NoirPays d'Oc, FRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinJuicy and supple entry level Pinot with a dryish finish.
Semi translucent red to dark red colour with a bright red hue. Ripe raspberry and strawberry aromas fill the nostrils with whiffs of anise, dried herbs and spice also evident. Juicy cherry, red raspberry and strawberry fruits cast a light supple flow across the palate with some earthy anise and spicy dried herb elements sitting in the background. Dryish finish with mildly chalky tannins and a savoury aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%- 90
- Special Order Product – Delayed Dispatch
2024 Paladino SangiovesePuglia, ITALY$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2026-2028)ABV: 12%Closure: StelvinJuicy cherry fruit with a backdrop of vanillin earth, dried herb and spice.
Deep dark red black colour with a dark red hue. Spicy dark cherry aromas mix with vanillin earth and dried herb notes. Juicy dark cherry and morello cherry fruits meld into a vanillin earth, dried herb and spice back drop. Fine grained tannins with a well fleshed feel and a savoury mid length finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 12%- Puglia, ITALY$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2025-2026)ABV: 12%Closure: Stelvin
A refreshingly tangy Rose.
Brilliant salmon pink in colour. Spicy blood orange, peach and pomegranate aromas rise out of the glass followed by some wet slate notes. Juicy pear, blood orange, melon and dried apple skin flavours are underpinned by tangy acidity. Strawberry and wet stone characters extend across the back half. Finishes dry, crisp and refreshing.
Drink over the next year.
Alc. 12% - MOLDAVIA$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Very deep dark red black colour with a dark red hue. Aromas of ripe plum, blackcurrant and Morello cherries are followed by lightly toasted cedar and spice. Ripe plummy flavours dominate the palate over some Morello cherries and toasty spiced cedar. Fine grained tannins. Aftertaste of ripe plum, Morello cherries and toasted spicy cedar. A ripe fruity blend that lacks varietal character.
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Alc 13% - Casablanca Valley, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenABV: 13%Closure: StelvinSemi translucent dark red colour with a brick red hue. Aromas of spicy dried herbs and subtle red cherries are followed by earthy cedar. Soft mellow palate with red cherry flavours overlaid by spicy dried herb and tobacco infusions. Some earthy toasted cedar characters ensuing. Soft tannins. Dry finish with a moderate aftertaste of red cherries, prominent spicy dried herbs, tobacco and earthy toasted cedar. A very herby Pinot.
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Alc 13% - Central Valley, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2019-2020)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinOpaque dark red black tinged colour with a bright dark red hue. Inky blackcurrant and mulberry scents run into some dusty cedar, tobacco and spice notes. Medium bodied the palate possesses juicy blackcurrant and dark cherry flavours with cedary tobacco infusions and spice also present. Soft fine grained tannins. Aftertaste of dusty blackcurrant, mulberries, cedary tobacco characters and spice.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc 13% - 93
- Nicks Import
2012 Aruma MalbecMendoza, ARGENTINA$13.99$13.99Bottle$167.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2015-2020)ABV: 14%Closure: Synthetic CorkThis wine is produced from 100% Malbec – Argentina’s signature varietal in a joint venture between Chateau Lafite Rothschild and Nicolas Catena. Originally from France, Malbec was introduced to Argentina by a Frenchman, Jean Pouget, in 1868. A very fruity, exuberant and powerful grape, Malbec has adapted wonderfully to the Mendoza region where the sunshine and cool nights soften its tannins and reveal its velvety texture.
Opaque black dark red colour with a dark crimson red hue. Aromas of dark cherries and blackcurrants are followed by some cedary tobacco characters with spice end notes. Medium bodied and possessing excellent richness, the wine has developed some more complexity and savoury tones over the last 12 months having lost it’s youthful inky characters. Generous flavours of ripe blackcurrants and dark cherries are prevalent over some cedary tobacco characters and spice. Very fine grained tannins. Good length with a medium to long aftertaste of blackcurrant, dark cherries, cedar, subtle earth and spice. Drinking well now it will only get better over the next 4-5 years.
First Tasted January 2013
Opaque black dark purple colour with dark purple hue. The nose opens with ripe blackberry and dark cherry aromas followed by some liquorice, inky earth like characters and spice. Medium to full bodied the palate is bursting with succulent joosy flavours of dark cherries and dark plums with a touch of liquorice also present alongside some underlying earth and spice. Dryish finish with solid but fine grained tannins. Long joosy aftertaste of ripe dark cherries, liquorice, earth and spice.
Cellar 3-4 years (2017-2018).
Alc 14.0%- Tuscany, ITALY$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2021-2023)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinDeep dark red colour with black tinged edges and a dark red hue. Spicy ripe cherry and red currant aromas mix with fresh herb and light earth notes. Mid weighted juicy red cherry and red currant flavours are to the fore on the palate underscored by dried herbs, light tobacco and spicy earth characters. Soft finish with well rounded tannins and a savoury aftertaste.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13% - Tuscany, ITALY$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2021-2024)ABV: 13%Closure: Diam CorkDeep dark red colour with black tinged edges and a bright dark red hue. A mixture of red currant and red cherry fruits greets the nostrils followed by dusty earth and spicy cedar notes. Light to medium bodied, bright acidity and chalky tannins back savoury red fruits with earth and spicy dried herbs in the distance. Slightly firm, dryish finish with a rustic aftertaste.
Cellar 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Castilla, SPAIN$13.99$13.99Bottle$167.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2018-2019)ABV: 13%Closure: Cork
Opaque bright dark red black colour with a crimson purple hue. Ripe black cherry and black raspberry aromas merge into some liquorice, scorched earth and spice notes. Medium bodied the palate is quite juicy with flavours of black cherries, some liquorice, earthy leather like characters and spice. Slightly chewy finish with fine grained tannins. Aftertaste of black cherries, subtle liquorice, earthy leather and spice.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc 13% - 92
- Nicks Import
2017 Caliterra Reserva CarmenereColchagua Valley, CHILE$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2020-2021)ABV: 13%Closure: CorkOutstanding colour saturation displaying an inky black dark red core with a bright dark red hue. Elevated blackcurrant aromas meld with cedary led pencil and tobacco characters followed by dried herbs and spice. Medium bodied with a juicy textural feel, rich blackcurrant flavours dominate over some pencil cedar characters, notions of tobacco and spice. Beautifully integrated fine grained tannins concluding with a blackcurrant, mulberry, cedary tobacco character and spice aftertaste. Great value.
Cellar 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%- 93
- Nicks Import
2016 Caliterra Reserva CarmenereColchagua Valley, CHILE$10.99$10.99Bottle$131.88DozenCellar: 3 - 4 Years (2020-2021)ABV: 13.5%Closure: CorkExcellent depth of colour displaying a totally opaque black dark red core with a bright dark red hue. Aromas of ripe red and black currant fruit are overlaid by tobacco and dried herb notes with spicy cedar following on. Medium bodied the palate has an abundance of rich red and black currant fruits which meld into some tobacco, dried herb and spicy cedar nuances. Bright youthful finish with slightly dryish but fine grained tannins. Aftertaste of spicy ripe red and black currant fruit, cedary tobacco characters and dried herbs. A great introduction to Carmenere.
Cellar 3-4 years.
Alc 13.5%- 93
- Nicks Import
2015 Caliterra Reserva CarmenereColchagua Valley, CHILE$10.99$10.99Bottle$131.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2016-2020)ABV: 13.5%Closure: CorkTotally opaque midnight black colour with a bright purple red hue. Aromas of violets and ripe blackcurrant merge into some cedary tobacco characters with subtle spicy dried herb end notes. Delivering fantastic richness for its price point within an elegant mouthfeel the generously fruited palate features blackcurrant flavours alongside a touch of liquorice wrapped up in a cedary tobacco component with dried herbs and spice following on. Finely grained perfectly balanced tannin structure. Finishes with an aftertaste of ripe blackcurrant, subtle liquorice, cedary tobacco characters and spice. Super value.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc 13.5%- 94
- Nicks Import
2014 Caliterra Tributo CarmenereColchagua Valley, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 4 - 5 Years (2020-2021)ABV: 13.5%Closure: CorkProduced from predominately Carmenere the 2014 Tributo also contains 5% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot. Maturation took place in French oak for 12 months of which 10% were new.
Totally opaque inky black core with a deep bright dark red black tinged hue. Aromatics of blackcurrant, black cherry and liquorice with subtlety infused tobacco are followed by spicy cedar. Showing excellent fruit richness yet possessing an elegant feel the palate dishes up a savoury flavour profile of blackcurrant intermixed with liquorice over some cedary tobacco characters and a touch of earth with a spicy dry finish. Fine grained well integrated tannins. Aftertaste of blackcurrant, liquorice, spicy cedar and some tobacco. Great value.
Cellar 4-5 years.
Alc 13.5%- 94
- Nicks Import
2011 Caliterra Tributo Cabernet SauvignonColchagua Valley, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2018-2019)ABV: 14%Closure: CorkExcellent colour displaying an impenetrable black red core with a very deep dark red black tinged hue. Lifted top notes of ripe blackcurrants and liquorice are overlaid by distinct tobacco notes with spicy cedar following. Medium to full bodied the palate is awash with ripe blackcurrant flavours. Liquorice is also present over a background of cedary tobacco characters. Very spicy finish. Long ripe blackcurrant, black cherry, liquorice and spicy cedary tobacco aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc 14%- 95
- Nicks Import
2013 Caliterra Tributo CarmenereColchagua Valley, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 4 - 5 Years (2020-2021)ABV: 14%Closure: CorkPossessing superb fruit intensity and length this Carmenere delivers exceptional value.
This Carmenere contains a portion of Malbec (5%) and Petit Verdot (2%) in the blend with maturation taking place in French oak of which 16% were new for a period of 12 months.
Totally opaque inky black core with a dark crimson black hue showing outstanding depth. Pronounced aromas of ripe blackcurrant, black cherry and liquorice are laced with tobacco like characters followed by spicy cedar end notes. Medium to full bodied the palate is filled with rich blackcurrant, black cherry and liquorice flavours which dominate over a backdrop of cedary tobacco characters and spice. Very fine grained, yet supportive tannins provide the framework. Excellent length and fruit intensity finishing with a long aftertaste of blackcurrant, black cherry, liquorice and spicy cedary tobacco characters.
Cellar 4-5 years.
Alc 14%- 92
- Nicks Import
2013 Caliterra Reserva CarmenereColchagua Valley, CHILE$10.99$10.99Bottle$131.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2016-2017)ABV: 13.5%Closure: CorkExcellent colour displaying a black purple core with a dark purple red hue. The nose reveals ripe dark cherry and blackcurrant aromas over a background of cedar, light tobacco and earth. Medium bodied the palate has good richness opening with ripe blackcurrant flavours followed by more subtle undertones of cedary tobacco and spice. Fine grained well integrated tannins with an aftertaste of blackcurrant, cedary tobacco and spice.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc 13.5%- 93
- Nicks Import
2012 Caliterra Reserva CarmenereColchagua Valley, CHILE$9.99$9.99Bottle$119.88DozenCellar: 4 - 5 Years (2018-2019)ABV: 13.5%Closure: CorkThis entry level Carmenere also includes a 6% Petit Verdot component. Opaque black purple colour with dark purple hue. The nose exhibits lifted aromas of ripe blackcurrant and dark cherries infused with tobacco followed by some cedar and spice. Reflective of the nose the palate possesses plenty of richness within an elegant structure delivering flavours of ripe blackcurrant, tobacco, cedar, light earth and spice. Dry finish with solid but fine grained tannins. Medium to long blackcurrant, cedary tobacco and spice aftertaste.
Cellar 4-5 years (2018-2019).
Alc 13.5%- 95
- Nicks Import
2011 Caliterra Tributo CarmenereColchagua Valley, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 4 - 5 Years (2018-2019)ABV: 14.5%Closure: CorkThe Caliterra label has become one of Chile’s more famous wine brands since its inception in 1996. It started as a partnership between the fifth generation family of Eduardo Chadwick of Vina Errazuriz and Californian wine legend, Robert Mondavi. We're pleased to have secured a follow up shipment of this Chilean super quaffer since the first instalment sold out apace.
This Carmenere represents great value for money and it’s little surprise that it took out the title of the best Carmenere in Chile at the Annual Wines of Chile Awards.
A blend of 91% Carmenere, 3% Syrah and 6% Cabernet Franc that was matured in a combination of French and American oak for 12 months of which 20% was new oak. Opaque inky black crimson colour with youthful bright dark crimson red hue. The nose features good perfumed lift with scents of blackcurrant, violets and tobacco followed by some cedar and spice. Medium to full bodied with abundant richness the palate boasts flavours of perfectly ripened blackcurrants and a touch of liquorice over some cedary tobacco like qualities with a dry spicy back palate. Very fine grained structured tannins provide an excellent framework. Long spicy blackcurrant and cedary tobacco aftertaste.
Cellar 4-5 years (2018-2019).
Alc 14.5%- Colchagua Valley, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 4 - 5 Years (2012-2013)ABV: 14.5%Closure: Cork
Opaque black crimson colour with black crimson hue. Top note of liquorice, followed by cedar and blackcurrant – a more refined sniff than the Reserva. Mouthfilling palate with flavours of spice, black pepper and blackcurrant. Fine grained tannins, excellent balance. Exceptionally long aftertaste of spice and blackcurrant.
Cellar 4-5 years (2012-2013)
Alc/Vol: 14.5% - Colchagua Valley, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 3 - 4 Years (2011-2012)ABV: 14.5%Closure: Cork
Spectacular colour, opaque black purple with black purple hue, showing good cling to the glass. Perfumed nose of violets, blackberry and spice. The palate delivers plenty of ripe fruit flavours with confectionary, vanilla, blackberry, plum and cherry flavours emerging. Very pronounced back palate. Fine grained tannins, perfect balance. Very long aftertaste of plum, cherry and vanilla.
Cellar 3-4 years (2011-2012)
Alc/Vol: 14.5% - Colchagua Valley, CHILE$9.99$9.99Bottle$119.88DozenCellar: 4 - 5 Years (2012-2013)ABV: 14.5%Closure: Cork
Opaque black crimson colour with black crimson hue. Top note of cassis, followed by violets and ripe black cherry showing impressive ripe Cabernet fruit. The palate delivers flavours of cedar and spice followed by a hint of liquorice allsorts and cassis, mouthfilling. Fine grained tannins, excellent length. Very long aftertaste of liquorice allsorts and blackcurrant.
Cellar 4-5 years (2012-2013)
Alc/Vol: 14.5% - Colchagua Valley, CHILE$10.99$10.99Bottle$131.88DozenCellar: 3 - 4 Years (2011-2012)ABV: 14%Closure: Cork
Very deep black crimson colour with deep crimson hue. Top note of cedar followed by smoky cigar box and blackcurrant delivering a Classic Cabernet nose. The palate reflects the nose with flavours of blackcurrant, cedar and spice. Soft tannins. Aftertaste of blackcurrant and cedar.
Cellar 3-4 years (2011-2012)
Alc/Vol: 14% - La Tierra de Castilla, SPAIN$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2022-2023)ABV: 13.5%Closure: StelvinCertified organic this is an unoaked blend of 80% Tempranillo and 20% Syrah. Opaque dark red black colour with a dark red hue. Nosing reveals dark to black cherry and liquorice aromas with some inky earth and dried herb notes also evident. Light to medium weight the palate has savoury dark cherry flavours over a back drop of earthy dried herbs, subtle leather and spice. Finishes fresh with drying, slightly chalky tannins and a modest aftertaste.
Cellar 2-3 years.
Alc. 13.5% - Castilla, SPAIN$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2019-2022)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinCertified organic. Deep dark red at its core with black tinged edges and a bright dark red hue. Aromas of dark to black cherries and liquorice mix with earthy incense and pepper notes. Juicy dark cherry flavours interact with some liquorice on the lighter bodied palate with inky earth, subtle infusions of incense and spice in the background. Vibrant acidity and slightly chewy tannins firm up the finish a touch. Concludes with a youthful, medium length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Castilla, SPAIN$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2020-2021)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Certified organic. Deep dark red black tinged colour with a bright purple red hue. Freshly crushed raspberry and red cherry scents are overlaid by violet like notes, subtle inky earth and fresh herbs. Juicy flavours of red cherries and raspberries have a fresh inky feel. A touch of underlying earth and spicy herb infusions are also evident. Finishes dry with crunchy like acidity, chalky tannins and a medium length vibrant red fruited aftertaste.
Cellar 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
A light to medium bodied red with a slightly chewy yet juicy mid length finish.
Opaque dark red black colour with a dark red hue. Lifted dark and morello cherry aromas mix with liquorice, earth and vanillin spice notes. Light to medium bodied with good flesh, dark to morello cherry and liquorice flavours are featured over a dusty earth and vanillin spice back drop. Grainy tannins with a slightly chewy yet juicy mid length conclusion.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2023-2026)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Deep dark red black tinged core with a vibrant dark red hue. Lifted dark plum and liquorice aromas intermix with inky earth, dried herb and spice notes. Light to mid weight the palate features juicy plum and dark cherry fruits over a back drop of liquorice, inky earth and spice. Fine grained tannins with a slightly dusty yet pleasantly fruited finish.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Terre di Chieti, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2023-2026)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Dark red in colour with black shaded edges and a red to dark red hue. Spicy red currant and red cherry aromas intermix with tobacco, earth and subtle dried herb notes. Juicy red currant fruits are nicely fleshed across the mid weighted palate with notions of earth, tobacco and spicy dried herbs the back drop. Lively acidity with slightly chalky tannins and a savoury red fruited aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Terre di Chieti, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2023-2026)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Deep dark red black colour with a vibrant dark red hue. Spicy red currant and red cherry aromas mix with scorched earth and subtle dried herb notes. Juicy dark cherry fruits sit over an earthy tobacco, dried herb and spice back drop. Fine grained tannins and bright acidity with a slightly dusty mid length finish.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2022-2025)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Opaque black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Elevated ripe dark cherry and liquorice scents mix with dusty earth and spicy dried herb notes. Juicy dark and morello cherry fruits overlay earth and spicy dried herb characters on the mid weighted palate. Dry inky finish with ripe chewy tannins and a generously fruited aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Terre di Chieti, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2021-2024)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Deep dark red core with black tinged edges and a vibrant dark red hue. Aromas of dark cherries and ripe red currants intermix with earth and spicy dried herb notes. Medium bodied, juicy dark cherry fruits sit over spicy vanilla and earthy dried herb characters. Polished feel with slightly dryish tannins and a medium length conclusion.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Abruzzo, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2019-2022)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Retasted 04/12/2019: Opaque dark red black tinged colour with a dark red hue. Uplifted aromas of dark cherries, plum and liquorice mix with fresh herbs and spicy earth. Light to medium weight the palate is filled with juicy dark cherry and plum fruits which are underpinned by earth and spicy herbs. Smooth mid palate feel with soft tannins, good freshness and a medium length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%Tasted 3/7/2019: Opaque dark red black core with a dark red hue. Scented aromas of freshly crushed dark cherries tinged with hints of violets are trailed by subtle inky earth and spicy herb notes. Light to medium weight the palate sees juicy ripe cherry flavours combine with inky earthy characters and spice. Slightly dryish finish with dusty tannins and medium length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%
90 points - Montelpulciano d'Abruzzo, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2021-2022)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinTotally opaque black dark red colour with a bright dark red hue. Aromas of ripe dark cherries are shaded by hints of liquorice with earthy incense and spicy herb notes ensuing. Juicy mid weight palate with ripe dark cherry flavours to the fore. Slightly dry and earthy finish with infusions of spicy incense also present. Bright acidity, grainy tannins and a savoury medium length aftertaste . Good value.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Abruzzo, ITALY$10.99$10.99Bottle$131.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2020-2021)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinDeep dark red black tinged colour with a dark red hue. Spicy ripe dark cherry and plum aromas meld into earthy vanilla like notes. Soft rounded palate entry with dark cherry and ripe plum flavours sitting over earth, vanillin cedar and spice. Slightly dryish finish with fine grained tannins and a medium length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Abruzzo, ITALY$10.99$10.99Bottle$131.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2017-2020)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Opaque dark purple black colour with a bright purple red hue. Aromas of freshly crushed ripe cherries and red currant intermingle with hints of dried herbs, earth and spice. Light to medium weight with good generosity of fruit, flavours of ripe dark cherries and plum sit over light earth and spice. Soft finely grained tannins. Aftertaste of ripe cherries, plums, subtle earth and spice. A fruity, easy going Sangiovese to drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc 13% - Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, ITALY$10.99$10.99Bottle$131.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2017-2020)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Opaque dark red black colour with a bright purple red hue. Aromas of inky dark cherries and sour cherries meet up with earthy and spicy dried herbs. Soft and fleshy the palate has generous flavours of ripe dark cherries shaded by traces of liquorice over some earth and spicy dried herbs. Dryish finish with finely grained tannins. Aftertaste of ripe dark cherries, a touch of liquorice, lightly scorched earth and spicy dried herbs. A great everyday drinking red.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc 13% - Montelpulciano d'Abruzzo, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2021-2024)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinDeep black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Dark cherry, plum and subtle liquorice aromas intermingle with inky earth and delicate dried herb notes. The juicy medium bodied palate sees dark cherry, plum and liquorice fruits meld into earthy dried herb and vanillin spice characters. Soft and fleshy in its feel with very polished tannins and a savoury dark fruited finish.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Terre di Chieti, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2020-2023)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinDeep black dark red core, showing excellent depth, with a dark red hue. Freshly crushed ripe cherry and red currant aromas mix with fragrant herb notes, light dusty vanillin cedar and spice. Mid weighted flavours of dark cherries and dried herbs show good flesh with some subtle dusty vanillin cedar and spice nuances in the background. Slightly dryish finish with balanced acidity and fine grained tannins. Savoury medium length conclusion. Drink over the next 2-3 years. Alc. 13%
- Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Deep dark red colour with black tinged edges and a dark red hue. Nosing reveals aromas of dried cherries intermixed with herbs, earth and spice. Light and soft with dark and dried cherry flavours prevalent over a background of earthy dried herbs and spice. Fine grained tannins. Aftertaste of spicy dried cherries and earthy dried herbs.
Drink now.
Alc 13% - Abruzzo, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2018-2019)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Opaque dark red black colour with a dark red hue. Aromas of spicy black cherries, liquorice and earth. Light to medium weight the palate is generously flavoured with savoury dark cherry characters alongside a touch of liquorice, earth and spice. Slightly dryish finish with fine grained tannins and bright acidity. Aftertaste of dark cherries, earth and spice.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc 13% - Abruzzo, ITALY$10.99$10.99Bottle$131.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2011-2014)ABV: 13%Closure: Screw Cap
Good depth for an inexpensive Sangiovese with dark crimson red colour and dark red hue. The nose displays dark cherry, earth, plum and spice aromas. Light to medium weight the palate exhibits flavours of dark cherry, plum and spice with a touch of earth on the back palate. Dry finish. Fine grained soft tannins. Aftertaste of dark cherry, spice and earth.
Drink over the next 2-3 years (2011-2014).
Alc 13.0% - Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, ITALY$11.99$11.99Bottle$143.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2021-2023)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Deep dark red black colour with a bright dark red hue. Aromas of dark cherries mix with inky earth, incense and spicy herb notes. The juicy mid weighted palate features ripe dark cherry fruit over a back drop of inky earth like characters, infusions of herbs and spice. Nicely fleshed with slightly grainy tannins, good freshness and a savoury conclusion.
Drink over the next 2 years.
Alc. 13% - Abruzzo, ITALY$10.99$10.99Bottle$131.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2011-2013)ABV: 13%Closure: Screw Cap
Very deep, almost opaque, dark crimson red colour with deep, dark crimson red hue. Aromas of black cherry, dark plum and spice. Light to medium weight palate with flavours of spice, dark cherry and a touch of earth. Dry finish with soft, fine grained tannins. Moderate aftertaste of dark cherry, earth and spice.
Drink over the next 1-2 years (2011-2013)
Alc 13.0% - Della Venezie, ITALY$9.99$9.99Bottle$119.88DozenCellar: 1 - 2 Years (2016-2017)ABV: 12%Closure: StelvinDeep dark red colour with a dark crimson red hue. Aromas of ripe dark cherries are overlaid by toasty oak with some following earth and spice notes. Light to medium weight and softly textured the palate has flavours of dark cherries, earthy cedar and spice. Dryish finish with soft fine grained tannins. Moderate aftertaste of dark cherries, earthy cedar and spice.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc 12% - 91
- 92
- Nicks Import
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2023 Chateau Pegau Pink Pegau RoseSouthern Rhone, FRANCEReduced from$24.99$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenABV: 11.5%Closure: CorkA dry, tangy French Rose – Drink up.
The Chateau Pegau releases come from estates located just across the southern border of Chateauneuf du Pape, along the eastern bank of the Rhone River. The wines are made by Laurence Feraud in Pegau's recently completed new cellar at the estate. Sourced from vines between 35-60 years in age it's produced from a blend of 70% Cinsault, 20% Grenache, and 10% Carignan.
Salmon orange tinged colour. Peach, blood orange, spiced pear and strawberry scents sail through the nostrils with whiffs of wet slate also evident. On the palate peach and blood orange fruits are underpinned by tangy acidity with some nectarine, spicy melon and wet stone elements lingering through the back half. Nicely rounded mid palate finishing dry with a tangy blood orange freshness.
Drink now.
Alc. 11.5%
Other Reviews....
A dangerously refreshing rosé from the Southern Rhone with a rare elegance for this category. Very crisp and precise finish that takes your breath away and pulls you back for more. Subtle nose of nectarines and red berries. A pure cinsault with just 11.5% alcohol. Drink now.
92 points
Stuart Pigott - JamesSuckling.com- 95
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2022 Chevalier DelaudeLanguedoc, FRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)ABV: 15%Closure: Diam CorkRich, dense and lush yet robust, this bold red delivers an authentic Languedoc experience at just $14.99.
A blend of 60% Syrah, 30% Grenache and 10% Mourvedre sourced from an estate located between Corbieres and Minervois. Dense inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Intense black raspberry, liquorice and black cherry scents intermix with scorched earth, pepper and herb du Provence notes. Rich, lush and bold, the weighty palate is a super concentrate of black cherry, liquorice and black raspberry fruits which are framed by ripe chewy tannins. Notions of scorched earth, infusions of herbs du Provence and pepper are interwoven throughout the back half. Boasting superb power and textural density it concludes long and deep with a robust feel.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 15%Other Reviews…..
Succulent and concentrated with flawless blackberry fruit melded with black pepper and dried herbs. The lush richness is tempered by silky smooth tannins and clearly defined structure.
95 points
Decanter World Wine AwardsDepth of flavours and complexity in the wine - leads to notes of attractive cherry red fruit, black plum, white pepper. Inky, vibrant, vein of minerality. Opaque, intense damson and liquorice, sprinkle of herbs, plummy fruit and tightly structured.
95 points
International Wine ChallengeSuperbly ripe and richly expressed, the bouquet shows blackberry, smoked game, potpourri, and roasted hazelnut aromas. The palate is equally impressive with terrific weight and concentration, wonderfully framed by plump mouthfeel and beautifully melded tannins, making it highly enjoyable. At its best: now to 2037.
95 points
Sam KimThis is a wine that shows what can be achieved in the Languedoc. It's a generous wine chock full of rich, concentrated ripe black fruits complemented with a sprinkle of dried herbs and a little pepper. It's rich and has a juicy succulence which makes the palate so appealing with a combination of ripe plummy fruits, a little dark chocolate, and an edge of licorice. Fine tannins provide the core to support the fruit as it drives through to a sustained finish. An impressive wine offering great value for this quality.
94 points
Ray Jordan - WinePilot.com- Rioja, SPAIN$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2020-2021)ABV: 13.5%Closure: Stelvin
Made from a blend of 70% Garnacha and 30% Mazuelo grapes. Translucent salmon pink colour. Nosing reveals a fragrant mixture of peach, strawberry, subtle blood orange and light musk aromas followed by spice end notes. The palate has excellent intensity and a supple feel with peach, raspberry and tangy blood orange fruits overlaying a wet stone and spice back drop. Finishes very dry with crisp acidity and a refreshingly savoury aftertaste.
Drink over the next year.
Alc. 13.5% - 93
- Nicks Import
2014 Cousino-Macul Antiguas Reservas Cabernet SauvignonValle de Maipo, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 4 - 5 Years (2021-2022)ABV: 14%Closure: StelvinCousino-Macul was established in 1856 and is the only winery amongst those established in the nineteenth century that remains in the hands of the original founding family. Their Antiguas Reservas range of wines deliver excellent varietal expression and are fantastic value.
Aged in French oak for 12 months. Totally opaque dark red black colour with a dark red hue. Aromas of red currant and mulberry intermix with some tobacco and black olive characters followed by spicy cedar. Medium bodied the palate is blessed with rich blackcurrant and mulberry fruits which sit over a backdrop of cedary tobacco characters, faint black olive and spicy dried herbs. Slightly dryish, finely grained tannins provide a good backbone. Aftertaste of ripe red and black currants, mulberries, black olive infusions, cedary tobacco characters and spice.
Cellar 4-5 years.
Alc 14%- 94
- Nicks Import
2013 Cousino-Macul Antiguas Reservas Cabernet SauvignonValle del Maipo, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 3 - 4 Years (2019-2020)ABV: 14%Closure: CorkCousino-Macul was established in 1856 and is the only winery amongst those established in the nineteenth century that remains in the hands of the original founding family. Their Antiguas Reservas range of wines deliver excellent varietal expression and are fantastic value.
Chile continues to produce some of the best value Cabernets in the world today.
Aged in French oak for 12 months. Opaque dark red black colour with a bright dark crimson red hue. Fragrant blackcurrant and mulberry aromas are overlaid by spicy tobacco with cedar and earth notes also evident. Medium bodied the palate is filled with generous ripe blackcurrant and dark cherry flavours intermixed with cedary tobacco characters finishing quite spicy. Very fine grained perfectly integrated tannins create a smooth textural experience. Excellent richness and weight whilst still remaining in the varieties confines of elegance. Long spicy aftertaste of blackcurrant and cedary tobacco characters.
Cellar 3-4 years.
Alc 14%- 94
- Nicks Import
2012 Cousino-Macul Antiguas Reservas Cabernet SauvignonValle del Maipo, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 4 - 5 Years (2019-2020)ABV: 14%Closure: CorkA new arrival from Chile to our shores, Cousino-Macul was established in 1856 and is the only winery amongst those established in the nineteenth century that remains in the hands of the original founding family. Their Antiguas Reservas range of wines deliver excellent varietal expression and are fantastic value.
A perfectly ripened Cabernet delivering loads of flavour
Aged in French oak for 12 months then given a further 6 months bottle age before being released. Opaque black crimson colour with a dark crimson red hue. Aromas of blackcurrant and black cherries infused with tobacco arise from the glass followed by some black olive and spicy cedar. Medium to full bodied the palate dishes out superb perfectly ripened blackcurrant flavours alongside some ripe dark cherries and mulberries with underlying cedary tobacco characters and spice. Finishes dry with a solidly built very fine grained tannin structure. Very savoury with a long aftertaste of ripe blackcurrants, mulberries, cedary tobacco characters and spice.
Cellar 4-5 years.
Alc. 14%- 94
- Nicks Import
2013 Cousino-Macul Antiguas Reservas MerlotValle del Maipo, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 4 - 5 Years (2019-2020)ABV: 14%Closure: CorkOpaque black dark red colour with a dark crimson red hue. The nose is led by aromas of blackcurrant and ripe mulberry fruit with a tobacco overlay and underlying earth and spicy cedar. Medium weight the palate possesses abundant richness without sacrificing any of its typical varietal elegance. Mouthfilling flavours of blackcurrant and mulberry are followed by cedary tobacco like characters, a touch of black olive and spicy earth. Very fine grained beautifully integrated tannins. Medium to long aftertaste of blackcurrant, mulberry, cedary tobacco and spicy earth.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 14%- FRANCE$13.99$13.99Bottle$167.88DozenCellar: 4 - 5 Years (2016-2017)ABV: 14%Closure: Cork
A well crafted blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petit Verdot. Opaque black crimson red colour with deep crimson red hue. The nose displays aromas of ripe blackcurrant followed by some blackberry, earthy cedar like characters and spice end notes. Medium bodied the palate has generous ripe blackcurrant and dark plum flavours supported by some cedary characters, earth and spice. Dryish finish but fine grained tannins. Aftertaste of blackcurrant, cedar, earth and spice.
Cellar 4-5 years.
Alc 14% - Cotes du Rhone, Southern Rhone, FRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2018-2019)ABV: 14%Closure: Cork
Deep dark red colour with black tinged edges and a dark crimson red hue. The nose is a touch subdued with aromas of dark raspberry, dried herbs, some meaty earth like characters and spice slowly emerging. Light to medium weight and quite savoury the palate dishes up flavours of dark raspberries intermixed with spicy dried herbs and meaty characters. Very fine grained tannins with a medium to long aftertaste of spicy dark raspberries, some meatiness and spicy dried herbs. A lighter, savoury styled Cotes du Rhone that offers great drinkability.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 14% - FRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 1 - 2 Years (2015-2016)ABV: 12.5%Closure: Synthetic Cork
Was $14.99 Now $9.99
Translucent pale salmon pink colour with a watery hue. Aromas of cherry and raspberry are followed by some mild Turkish delight notes and faint spice. Light and dry with a rounded textural mouthfeel and crisp finish the palate features delicate flavours of cherries, musk and spice. Aftertaste of cherries, light musk and spice.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc 12.5% - FRANCE$12.99$12.99Bottle$155.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2015-2016)ABV: 13.5%Closure: Cork
Deep dark red black colour with dark crimson hue. The nose displays aromas of dark raspberry and black cherry along with a touch of liquorice, some dried meats and spice. Medium weight the palate has flavours of dark raspberry, dark cherry, liquorice, some meaty characters and spice. Dryish finish with fine grained tannins. Aftertaste of dark raspberry, dried meats and spice.
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Cellar 2-3 years (2015-2016)
Alc 13.5%
The tasty, spicy 2010 Cotes du Rhone Les Sabliers (a blend of 70% Grenache and the rest Syrah and Mourvedre) exhibits a seductive style filled with black cherry and strawberry fruit intermixed with Provencal herb and earth notes. Medium-bodied, deliciously fruity, pure and well-made, it should be enjoyed over the next 2-3 years.
87 points
Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate - 93
- Nicks Import
2015 Domaine Grand Nicolet Cotes du RhoneCotes du Rhone, Southern Rhone, FRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 2 - 5 Years (2020-2023)ABV: 14%Closure: CorkThe first hectare of vines was planted on the Domaine Grand Nicolet property in 1875. The winery was established in 1926 and further plantings of Grenache and Carignan were made, replacing cereal crops. The present owner, Jean Pierre Bertrand purchased the Estate in 1999 which has now expanded to 20 hectares (50 acres) of vines. Rhone super star Philippe Cambie acts as consultant.
The Cotes du Rhone blend is produced from predominately Grenache and Syrah with some smaller amounts of Carignan and Cinsault also included. Aged in concrete vats for 6-8 months. Excellent colour for an entry level Cotes du Rhone. Opaque dark red black core with a dark red hue. Nosing offers up a mix of raspberries and cherries infused with dried herbs followed by some light spicy scorched earth and pepper notes. Possessing good medium body weight and generosity, flavours of juicy black raspberries and liquorice combine over spicy dried herb infusions and a touch of earth with a peppery finish. Quite robust in its mouthfeel with slightly dryish, sturdily built tannins providing some structure and a bit of grip. Very spicy aftertaste of black raspberries, liquorice, scorched earth and pepper.
Cellar 2-3 years.
Alc. 14%- 94
- Nicks Import
2011 Domaine Grand Nicolet Cotes du RhoneFRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2014-2018)ABV: 14%Closure: Cork‘A fantastic entry level Cotes du Rhone that delivers impressive everyday drinking.’
The first hectare of vines was planted on the Domaine Grand Nicolet property in 1875. The winery was established in 1926 and further plantings of Grenache and Carignan were made, replacing cereal crops. The present owner, Jean Pierre Bertrand purchased the Estate in 1999 which has now expanded to 20 hectares (50 acres) of vines. Rhone super star Philippe Cambie acts as consultant.
Great Value!
Opaque black dark red colour with deep dark red hue. The nose exhibits ripe black raspberry and liquorice aromas over a background of incense and spice. Medium to full bodied the palate has generous almost succulent flavours of black raspberry and liquorice followed by some incense infusions and blackpepper. Fine grained balanced tannins impart some chewiness on the finish. Long liquorice, black raspberry and spicy blackpepper aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years (2017-2018).
Alc 14.0%Other Reviews…
A knockout Cotes du Rhone that does everything right, Bertrand’s 2011 Cotes du Rhone is comprised of 70% Grenache and equal parts Syrah, Mourvedre and Carignan. Aged 14 months in concrete tank, it offers up a terrific bouquet of ripe red and blackcurrants, saddle leather, spice-box and licorice to go with a full-bodied, voluptuous and textured feel on the palate. Buy this beauty by the case and enjoy it over the coming 2-4 years. Drink now-2017. Run by Jean-Pierre Bertrand, with consulting help from Philippe Cambie, this top-notch estate covers over 70 acres, mostly in Rasteau.
91
Jeb Dunnuck – Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate- FRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2009-2010)ABV: 13%Closure: CorkAn excellent example of an affordable Cotes du Rhone that delivers plenty of flavour.
Light crimson red colour with mauve hue. The nose displays aromas of ripe raspberry, spice and confectionary with some leather background notes. Medium bodied palate, quite flavoursome, delivering plenty of ripe raspberry, spice, liquorice and pepper flavours with a touch of earth emerging in the background. Well integrated soft velvety tannins. Long, spicy, ripe raspberry, liquorice, confectionary and pepper aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2 years. (2009-2010)
Alc/Vol: 13.0%. - Loire Valley, FRANCE$9.99$9.99Bottle$119.88DozenCellar: 1 - 2 Years (2004-2005)ABV: 11%Closure: Cork
A classic Cabernet d’Anjou with a hint of residual sweetness emerging. Deep damask pink colour. Lifted nose of confectionary, raspberry and plum. The palate has subtle flavours of plum and stewed fruit followed by a layer of ripe raspberries. The palate has a degree of sweetness that is found in ripe raspberries followed by a dusty raspberry aftertaste. Clean finish.
Cellar 1-2 years (2004-2005)
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- FRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2014-2016)ABV: 13%Closure: Synthetic Cork
Translucent salmon pink colour with watery faintly pink tinged hue. The nose displays cherry and plum top notes followed by some Turkish delight and spice. Possessing excellent rounded textural qualities the palate has flavours of ripe cherries and plum with a spicy back palate and dry finish. Excellent depth with long ripe dark cherries, plum and spice aftertaste.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc 13% - Carinena, SPAIN$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2016-2017)ABV: 13.5%Closure: Stelvin
Opaque dark purple black colour with a very dark purple black tinged hue. Scented aromas of black raspberry and black cherry are followed by some liquorice with a spicy earth like background. Medium bodied succulent black raspberry and black cherry flavours are to the fore over a background of earth and spice. Soft finish with very fine grained tannins. Medium to long black raspberry, black cherry and spicy earth aftertaste. Drink this deliciously styled effort over the next 2-3 years.
- Aconcagua Valley, CHILE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2021-2025)ABV: 13.5%Closure: Stelvin
The sister company of Caliterra, Errazuriz Estate was founded by Don Maximiano Errázuriz in 1870 who planted the first French grape varieties in the Aconcagua Valley. His descendant, the charismatic Eduardo Chadwick renown for his Sena blend and tireless promotion of Chilean wines runs the company today. Fermented in stainless steel tanks, 70% of this wine was aged for 7 months in French oak barrels.
A terrific introduction to Chilean Carmenere that combines the varietal's richness with its trademark tobacco overlay.
Displays outstanding depth of colour, an impenetrable inky black at its core with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Aromas of blackcurrant and liquorice have a distinct tobacco overlay with notes of smoky black olive and spicy dried herbs also present. Medium to full in body, the palate is richly flavoured with blackcurrant and liquorice fruits which are interwoven with tobacco, spicy cedar and earthy black olive characters. Fleshy mouthfeel finishing with ever so slightly chalky yet fine grained tannins, good freshness and a refined aftertaste. Super value.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13.5% - Mendoza, ARGENTINA$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)ABV: 14.5%Closure: Stelvin
Jam packed with ripe juicy fruit this is a great entry level Argentinian Malbec.
Totally opaque black dark red colour with a deep dark red hue. Elevated black cherry and liquorice aromas intermix with ripe blueberry, dried herb and spice notes. Rich juicy dark to black cherry, liquorice and blueberry fruits flood the mouth complimented by traces of scorched earth and spicy dried herb elements. Showing plenty of flesh it has velvet smooth tannins and a long deeply fruited conclusion.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 14.5% - 88
- Special Order Product – Delayed Dispatch
2023 Fat Bastard Pinot NoirPays d'Oc, FRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenABV: 13%Closure: StelvinMid weighted with a relatively sweet and jammy flavour profile.
Semi translucent dark red colour with black shaded edges and a red to dark red hue. Cherry, plum and strawberry jam aromas are followed by hints of dried herbs and earth. Relatively sweet and jammy, the mid weighted palate features strawberry and plum jam flavours over a delicate earth and cinnamon spice back drop. Well fleshed with slightly dryish tannins and spicy finish of modest length.
Drink over the next year.
Alc. 13%- 89
- Special Order Product – Delayed Dispatch
2022 Fat Bastard Pinot NoirPays d'Oc, FRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2024-2026)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinDark red in colour with black shaded edges and a red to dark red hue. Dark to black cherry aromas mix with anise, scorched earth and dried herb notes. Light to mid weight the palate features juicy dark to black cherry and anise flavours over scorched earth, dried herbs and spice. Fleshy mouth feel with slightly chewy tannins and a ripe medium length finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13%- Mendoza, ARGENTINA$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2023-2026)ABV: 14.5%Closure: Stelvin
Midnight black heart with a bright dark red hue. Aromas of blackcurrant and liquorice mix with hints of ripe blueberry, dried herbs, earth and spice. Juicy blueberry and liquorice fruits overlay spicy cedar, fresh herbs and delicate inky earth. Slightly grainy tannins with a blueberry like freshness to the acidity and a savoury conclusion.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 14.5% - Pays d'Oc, FRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2023-2026)ABV: 13%Closure: Stelvin
Semi translucent dark red in colour with black toned edges and a red hue. Spicy dark cherry and plum aromas mix with toasty oak and dried herb notes. Elegant and savoury the lighter bodied palate features a mix of red to morello cherry fruit over scorched earth, dried herbs and spice. Polished tannins with a slightly dusty, medium powered finish.
Drink over next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Pays d'Oc, FRANCE$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 2 - 3 Years (2021-2022)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinSemi translucent dark red colour with a light red hue. Scents of dark cherries and plum laced with toasty characters, dried herbs and spice evolve from the glass. Light and elegant the palate is flavoured with red cherries and subtle strawberries which are underpinned by earthy dried herbs and spice. Finishes dry and a little short with bright acidity and slightly chalky tannins. Modest aftertaste.
Cellar 2-3 years.
Alc. 13% - Mendoza, ARGENTINA$14.99$14.99Bottle$179.88DozenCellar: 3 - 4 Years (2020-2021)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinOpaque black dark red core with a bright red purple hue. Ripe dark cherry and blueberry scents intermix with hints of inky earth, dried herbs and spicy vanillin cedar. Light to medium weight the palate possesses earthy dark cherry and blueberry flavours over infusions of dried herbs, traces of liquorice and spicy cedar. Dryish fine grained tannins combine with youthful acidity. Concludes with an aftertaste of spicy dark cherries, earthy blueberries, cedar and dried herbs.
Cellar 3-4 years.
Alc 13%
