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| Beer and Wine: Wine from Other Countries |
Wine from Other Countries Other Countries includes wines that did not have a country specified when we added them to our database - so may include countries originally listed in the menu.
Torres Vina Sol 75cl - £34.14For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.69 per bottle. Price on 17-Nov-08 from Tesco.Case of 6 Torres Vina Sol 75cl
Argento Malbec 75cl - £34.14For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.69 per bottle. Price on 17-Nov-08 from Tesco.Flavours of blackberries and black currants lead into a long lingering finish with ripe, velvety tannins.
T Finest Farquharson Shiraz 75cl - £34.14For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.69 per bottle. Price on 17-Nov-08 from Tesco.Deeply Coloured with aromas and flavours of pepper and spice with velvety, mulberry and damson fruit.The initial vintage is this wine was produced in 2004 wine and was made by James Farquharson. The wine is made on the basis of wine style and flavour profile, rather than being regional or vineyard specific. The best examples of South African Shiraz are
Vina Sol Red 75cl - £34.14For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.69 per bottle. Price on 17-Nov-08 from Tesco.Case of 6 Vina Sol Red 75cl
Duboeuf Mixed Case 6 X 75cl - £34.20For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.70 per bottle. Price on 17-Nov-08 from Tesco.Case of 1 Duboeuf Mixed Case 6 X 75cl
La Roche Dame Sauvignon Blanc 2006 - £5.79Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.La Roche Dame is a perfect reflection of the refreshing and vibrant flavours of the Loire's delicious 2006 vintage. Crisp and refreshing, this mouthwatering Sauvignon is a great alternative to high-priced Sancerre and Pouilly Fume. Our old friend Noel Bougrier's family have been at the centre of top-quality Loire winemaking for generations. When Noel surveyed the 2006 crop on his single Sauvignon vineyard, he reserved the entire harvest and called us immediately! La Roche Dame is a must-have white with vibrant, citrus-charged freshness and intense fruit-quality. Pale yellow with entincing aromas of grapefruit, elderflower and a fresh, grassy herbaceousness. Perfect as an aperitif or with seafood.
Imperio Oak-Aged Tempranillo 2004 - £5.79Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.Deliciously soft,indulgent red from the noble grape of Rioja, oak-aged for extra richness and intensity of flavour - all from the award-winning Bodegas Navarro-Lopez in ancient Castile. The grapes - 100% Tempranillo - are hand-picked from vines lying just outside the up-and-coming DO of Valdepe?as - described by The Independent as ''outstanding reds - serious bargains''. Cherry red, with spiced raspberry aromas, Imperio is soft, ripe, and very moreish, packed with succulent berry-fruit, and well-balanced oak. It's delicious with casseroles and rich, spicy dishes.
Domaine des Garrigues 2005 - £5.79Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.We've been bringing you outstanding finds from this exciting wine region for decades. Domaine des Garrigues is a classic that combines old vine richness, glory vintage ripeness ... and unbeatable value. A perfect harvest yielded tiny amounts of concentrated fruit from ancient vines in the Pyrenean foothills. Winemaker Herve Sabardeil's local expertise is crucial - he knows the best sites and picks only the best Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah and Carignan, all in the cool of the night. Garrigues refers to the wild thyme, rosemary and lavender found all over this region and reflected in the wine's herbal edge. Deep garnet red with seductive aromas of forest fruits. Rich and brambly with gentle oak and hints of spice. Deliciously versatile - enjoy with ratatouille, hearty stews or simply on its own.
Palacio Robledo Sauvignon Blanc Verdejo 2006 - £5.79Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.Palacio Robledo is a delicious example of the new wave of fresh, modern whites emerging from Spain and thrilling wine lovers across Europe. If you enjoy crisp, dry whites ... you're going to love it! A homage to Rueda - ''Spain's answer to Sancerre'' (Jancis Robinson) - it's a tongue-tingling marriage of citrussy Sauvignon and aromatic local grape Verdejo. The Lozano family's high-altitude vineyards in the dynamic La Mancha region were harvested at night to ensure the grapes reached the winery in perfect condition - meaning very fresh wine! From the initial burst of grassy passionfruit, ripe gooseberry and exotic lychee aromas, to mouthfuls of tingly, concentrated citrus, Palacio Robledo is a truly modern white. Enjoy with grilled white fish or light Summer salads.
Gaspard de Besse Merlot 2005 - £5.79Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.Mid-way on the road from Aix-en-Provence to Nice lies the little village of Flassans, he perfect place to stop for a spot of luch - freshly baked baguette, local cheeses ... and ,of course, a glass of juicy, berry flavoured red to wash it all down with! But Gaspard de Besse Merlot isn't just any old red, it's made using the highlest quality Merlot grapes, by a fantastic little estate that specialises in producing the premium wines that are helping this corner of Provence - better-known for its rose wines - to develop a real reputation for reds. Showing just why 'the South of France is the most exciting wine region in Europe at the moment' (Richard Neill), this wonderful wine is packed with ripe damson and plum flavours, with a powerful, peppery nose. Rich and warming on the finish, it's ideal with the strong cheeses of the region.
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