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Brambly aromas of ripe plum and blackcurrant are enhanced by hints of coffee and chocolate. The quaffable palate brings these together with soft tannins and a long, smooth finish. Try with light red meat dishes, pizzas and pastas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsconi Winery was founded by the Sirbu family in 1994 (following the break up of the USSR) who invested heavily in their 500 hectare estate with a state of the art winery. 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Mainly Merlot, with touches of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, the wine uses old vine grapes for full, concentrated character. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery aromatic and lifted on the nose with a bouquet of red cherry and plum. The structured and silky palate adds black fruit and touches of white pepper. R\u003cspan\u003eounded, supple tannins, freshness of acidity and a lengthy finish. Try with beef, pork or duck, rich casseroles, or American-style fried chicken.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChateau des Landes started in 1952 with only 2 hectares of vineyards. 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The palate shows rich berries, a little green stalk and a hint of black pepper. Supple, silky tannins pair well with gentle spice on the finish. Try with roast duck or game, roasted veg, wild mushrooms or garlic dishes. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChateau Roc de Ségur has its origins with the Marquis de Ségur, Nicholas Alexandre (1697 – 1755), who was the largest owner of vineyards in Bordeaux earning him the nickname “Prince of Vines” from King Louis XV. Today’s 47 hectare vineyard, planted in 1992, is owned by Gisèle and Daniel Vidal. 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The Old Museum is their Merlot offering using grapes hand harvested in February from vines aged between 8 to 26 years. Regular pump-overs and punch downs during fermentation, followed by 8 to 12 months in French oak. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright ruby red with attractive plum and black cherry aromas tinged with herbal tea, liquorice and gentle oak spice. Soft and juicy on the palate with mouth-filling summer berry flavours that finish smoothly with sour cherry succulence. 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A long post-fermentation maceration took place to extract colour, flavour and impart structure to the wine. Made with a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, with no oaking. The Merlot delivers ripe fruits, the Cabernet Sauvignon adds body and mid-palate texture while the Syrah adds structure and spicy notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA deep, rich wine with ripe red fruits encompassed with spicy aromas. On the palate you'll find savoury and earthy notes with warm and expressive flavours through to a long, satisfying finish. Try with lamb, beef, pork or strong cheeses such as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRoquefort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePassion and heritage has been passed down through the Bou Sleiman family for four generations. They blend respect for local tradition with modern techniques to craft contemporary wines, often a fusion of Old World and New World. The grapes are grown in the 78 hectare vineyard, situated at over 1,000 metres elevation in the beautiful Bekaa Valley. The altitude, microclimate and soils combine in this ancient terroir to produce fresh wines with a very Mediterranean feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Oumsiyat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45460668678365,"sku":"OUMSIYATGRANDERESERVE","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0136\/8873\/3750\/files\/Chateau-Oumsiyat-Grande-Reserve-WINE.jpg?v=1726300381"},{"product_id":"chateau-de-valois-pomerol","title":"Château de Valois Pomerol","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau de Valois 2016 is an intense, modern style of Pomerol, made from 72% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Franc. The wine was aged in oak barrels (35% new) for 14 months before bottling. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep purple in colour this wine shows aromas of blackberries, spices and hints of smoky oak and cedar on the nose. On the palate, the texture is rich and generous, with soft tannins. Earthy flavours complemented by smooth chocolate notes. Try with lamb chops, veal, duck, salmon, truffle based dish or mature cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChâteau de Valois dates back to 1862 when the original vineyards of Château Figeac were restructured. In 1962, Bernard Leydet owned the vineyard comprising eight hectares. Over time, he added to the Pomerol plots and concentrated on improving the quality through improved vineyard management techniques and investment of the cellar. In 1996 Bernard’s son Frédéric Leydet took over, continuing the legacy left by his father and produces truly great Pomerol wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"chateau de valois","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45460929741021,"sku":"VALOISPOMEROL","price":58.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0136\/8873\/3750\/files\/Chateau-de-Valois-Pomerol-WINE_8f08b866.jpg?v=1788681243"},{"product_id":"chateau-pont-de-guitres-lalande-de-pomerol","title":"Château Pont de Guîtres Lalande de Pomerol","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLocated on the best terroirs of the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation, the plots are situated on sandy gravelly clay soils, which produce wines with good ageing potential. Made up of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, the grapes for this wine were separated according to the parcel, the age of the vine and the grape variety. The wine is aged in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrench oak barrels for 18 months’ maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGarnet in colour this wine offers aromatic aromas full of vibrant red fruits, strawberries and raspberries followed by a hint of spice. Silky, rich and rounded balance on the palate with concentrated fruit flavours leading to a long, appealing finish. Try with lamb chops, pork, roasted chicken, salmon, pasta with a creamy sauce or hard cheese (Manchego, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeaufort).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Château au Pont de Guîtres has been passed from generation to generation and over the years it has flourished in size and innovation. 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Together with their son Cyril, they are passionate about producing top quality wines from their family estate in the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"chateau au pont de guitres","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45460931739869,"sku":"LALANDEDEPOMEROL","price":31.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0136\/8873\/3750\/files\/Chateau-Pont-de-Guitres-Lalande-de-Pomerol-WINE.jpg?v=1725090677"},{"product_id":"chateau-cruzeau-saint-emilion-grand-cru","title":"Château Cruzeau Saint-Émilion Grand Cru","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe vineyard for this Château Cruzeau Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is located in the heart of the Saint Emilion Grand Cru appellation and covers four hectares. The vines have an average age of 40 years and are grown in a sandy alluvium soil, which produces a slightly lighter style of wine. This wine was matured for 16 months: 60% of the wine was aged in French oak barriques, of which 10% were new and 50% in barrels of one-year; the remaining 40% was aged in tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis wine has great finesse and character, showing aromas of ripe dark berry fruits, toasted cedar and spicy notes. Silky and balanced on the palate, the ripe black fruits and cherry notes are enveloped by well integrated oak. Supple tannins with a long, elegant finish. Try with roast lamb, pork, tomato pasta, pizza, mushroom dishes or \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrie and Camembert cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau Cruzeau is not only architecturally impressive, but it has an equally impressive winemaking history. The castle was built in the 16th century and attests to the presence of vines having been planted around it in 1785. It became the property of the Luquot family in 1907 and has subsequently been managed by the family and handed down through the generations. The Luquot family has invested in the vineyard and the cellar with the aim of expressing the authentic quality of their unique soils and is sustainably cultivated, holding the HVE Level 3 certification. The Château is now in the hands of the fourth generation who continues to invest and produces a wine which is truly expressive of this historic Grand Cru terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"chateau cruzeau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45460933869789,"sku":"CRUZEAUSTEMILION","price":34.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0136\/8873\/3750\/files\/Chateau-Cruzeau-Saint-Emilion-Grand-Cru-WINE.jpg?v=1727509797"},{"product_id":"giesen-0-merlot","title":"Giesen 0% Merlot","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from Giesen's premium, full-strength New Zealand wine, Giesen 0% keeps all the best qualities of Giesen Estate Merlot. It’s aromatically expressive, with the varietal characteristics you know and love… only with the alcohol gently removed. Starting by creating premium, full-strength Merlot wine, fruit from Hawke's Bay. 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The wine was aged on its light lees, lightly fined and carefully prepared for bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA luscious Merlot displaying savoury aromas of olive, cedar and spice. This is layered with flavours of dark berried fruits and black plum on the palate. Following onto a lightly spiced and toasty finish. Try with roasted meats, pasta dishes or aged cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNeal and Judy Ibbotson were pioneers in the Marlborough wine industry, first planting vineyards in the valley in 1978 and then establishing Saint Clair Family Estate in 1994. They own 160 hectares of vineyard in 10 different Marlborough locations chosen specifically for the attributes of their individual \"terroir\" and ability to produce top quality grapes. Neal Ibbotson combines his extensive expertise in viticulture with the talent of one of New Zealand's leading winemaking teams. 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Medium to full-bodied palate with beautifully integrated tannins. The fruit is ripe but not overblown, carrying through to a long velvety finish. Try with sausages, pizza, lasagne or a lovely roast dinner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Tour du Moulin is proof that nowadays, the underrated Fronsac area can produce some truly delicious wines. Plus it's life under the radar, means its claret is a snippet of the price of its neighbours. From a family deeply rooted in Fronsac, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVincent Dupuch \u003c\/span\u003edecided to be involved in the family estate, building it up from 1 to 8 hectares. The idea is to reveal the potential of the underrated Fronsac terroir. 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