Tag Archive 'Acidity'

Jul 29 2010

Secrets From The Hunter Valley: Wine And Vineyards

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At the core of every visit to the Hunter Valley are the vineyards and quality wine. The Hunter Valley has been producing wine since the 1820’s. The regions semillons and shiraz are well known for their unique style.
There is no other wine globally that matches the low alcohol (normally around 11%), fresh zesty style of [...]

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May 01 2010

Cono Sur Sauvignon Blanc 2009

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This is a fresh zesty wine with aromas of green apples and fresh grass on the nose. The palate gives way to citrus fruits backed up by a surprising minerality on the finish. With crisp and refreshing acidity this wine is the ideal partner for spicy foods.

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May 01 2010

Vosne Romanee 1926

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From the very good 1926 vintage this wonderful red Burgundy is a deep tawny colour and has a lovely bouquet with delightful cherry flavours with good acidity and a lovely aftertaste. Drink now – 2011. This vintage wine is shipped in a deluxe silk lined wooden presentation box with four wine accessories corkscrew wine pourer drip stopper & wine stopper [worth £14.99] at no extra cost.

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May 01 2010

DOMAINE VELENTIN ZUSSLIN ET FILS – Pinot Noir Harmonie 2005 75cl Bottle

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An excellent example of Alsatian Pinot Noir showing typical cherry-like fruits integrated with subtle oak characteristics. This is nicely judged with balanced acidity. Ideal with Brillat-savarin and Brie de Meaux cheeses. red wine

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May 01 2010

Taylor's 20 year old Tawny Port

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Scoring 92/100 Parker points this super 20 year old port is a fine pale orange brown with a taste of fruit cordial and honey and lemons. It is elegant with fine balance and poise with subtle acidity and a lovely nutty finish. Gold medal winner Decanter awards '04. Drink now – 2030. A delightful 20th gift for a 1989 anniversary! This vintage port is shipped in a deluxe silk lined wooden presentation box with four wine accessories corkscrew wine pourer drip stopper & wine stopper [worth £14.99] at no extra cost.

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May 01 2010

Domaine De La Mirandole 2004

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This red wine from the very good 2004 vintage is a ripe deep ruby/purple-coloured effort with fatness low acidity and superb purity. Drink now – 2011. This vintage wine is shipped in a silk lined wooden presentation box.

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May 01 2010

Puligny Montrachet les Combettes 1996 Domaine Etienne Sauzet

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From the outstanding 1996 vintage and scoring 94/100 Parker points "Produced from 45 year old vines and aged in 40% new oak barrels the Puligny-Montrachet Les Combettes is a stunning wine. While less expressive aromatically than the Champs-Canet it exhibits tantalizing floral scents. On the palate this offering explodes with concentrated lively complex and gorgeously-defined honeysuckle candied almonds roasted hazelnuts pears anise and white flowers. Medium-to-full-bodied and velvety-textured this bright yet fat wine beautifully combines Boudot's rich winemaking style with this vintage's bright acidity." Drink now – 2010. This vintage wine is shipped in a deluxe silk lined wooden presentation box with four wine accessories corkscrew wine pourer drip stopper & wine stopper [worth £14.99] at no extra cost.

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May 01 2010

Morey St Denis 'Clos de Ormes' 1979 Jean Raphet

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From the good 1979 vintage this wonderful red Burgundy is orange-tawny coloured with a sweet pleasant bouquet wonderful cherry/berry flavours good acidity and a lovely aftertaste. Drink now – 2011. This vintage wine is shipped in a deluxe silk lined wooden presentation box with four wine accessories corkscrew wine pourer drip stopper & wine stopper [worth £14.99] at no extra cost.

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May 01 2010

Volnay Les Chevres 1976

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From the good 1976 vintage this wonderful red Burgundy is orange-tawny coloured with a sweet pleasant bouquet wonderful cherry/berry flavours good acidity and a lovely aftertaste. Drink now – 2011. This vintage wine is shipped in a deluxe silk lined wooden presentation box with four wine accessories corkscrew wine pourer drip stopper & wine stopper [worth £14.99] at no extra cost.

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May 01 2010

Chateau Lynch Bages 1999 Pauillac Grand Cru Classe

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Scoring 90-93/100 Parker points and from the very good 1999 vintage "Lynch-Bages has fashioned their sexiest most succulent effort since the hedonistic fruit bomb produced in '90. Displaying a dense purple color as well as low acidity this blackberry and cassis-flavored 1999 possesses a fat juicy mid-section and outstanding purity ripeness and glycerin in the long finish which oozes over the palate with no bumps. The tannin is well-concealed by the wealth of chewy fruit. A blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon 15% Merlot 10% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot approximately 75% of the production made it into the final wine" Drink now – 2015. A luxurious gift. This vintage wine is shipped in a deluxe silk lined wooden presentation box with four wine accessories corkscrew wine pourer drip stopper & wine stopper [worth £14.99] and comes with our limited edition 'Great First Growths of Bordeaux' Print worth £49.97 at no extra cost.

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