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86
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Lagrein |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2023 |
Italy |
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Cantina Tramin |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2023
Region: Alto Adige
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Deep, juicy purple colour with fruity redolent cherry aromas, follwoing through onto the palate. High acidity, very forward fruit and some development. |
No Award Type |
Alto Adige |
Lagrein 100% |
|
90
|
Clos des Vignes Blanc |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2022 |
France |
|
Domaine Gardiés |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2022
Region: Roussillon, Cotes du Roussillon
Country of Origin: France
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Fresh and citrus aromas which are counter-balanced on the palate by wide mid-palate feel. Pleasant, a good food companion. Nice butter and toasty notes on the nose and palate. |
No Award Type |
Roussillon |
Grenache Blanc 60% |
|
88
|
Infiniment de l'Ou |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2020 |
France |
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Château de l'Ou |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2020
Region: Roussillon, Cotes Catalanes
Country of Origin: France
ABV: 14.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Lemon balm, grapefruit peel, soft roundness to the wine with a delicate creamy finish. Stony minerality through, the wine feels lifted and bright. A fresh acidity lingers on the finish. To be paired with grilled/BBQ prawns and roasted asparagus. |
No Award Type |
Roussillon |
Chardonnay 100% |
|
90
|
Verve Chardonnay |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2021 |
Australia |
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Ocean Eight |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2021
Region: Victoria, Mornington Peninsula
Country of Origin: Australia
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Tart citrus of lemon and underripe yellow orchard fruit. The oak on the nose is more balanced on the palate. Subtle, sweet baking spices, the wine has a long finish and a brightness throughout. Would be great paired with a lemon zest and toasted hazelnut risotto. |
No Award Type |
Victoria |
Chardonnay 100% |
|
91
|
Chardonnay |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2021 |
United States |
|
Sanford Winery |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2021
Region: California, St Rita Hills
Country of Origin: United States
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
The nose is powerful with aromas of citrus and stone fruit, with subtle toasted notes. The palate, it is richly textured with a marked minerality and acidity carrying the pronounced flavours into the long finish. Perfect pairing with Cornish turbot and Oscietra caviar. |
No Award Type |
California |
Chardonnay 100% |
|
90
|
Chardonnay TH |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2022 |
Chile |
|
Undurraga Wines |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2022
Region: Valle de Limarí, Quebrada Seca
Country of Origin: Chile
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Preserved lemon zest, ripe grapefruit citrus, yellow apples and underripe papaya. The palate shows more ripe yellow flowers and a bouquet of tropical fruit. Very smooth, almost oily texture on the palate. A subtle roundness to the wine and lingering fruit aromas on the finish. |
No Award Type |
Valle de Limarí |
Chardonnay 100% |
|
89
|
Xinomavro |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2018 |
Greece |
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Akrathos |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2018
Region: Macedonia, Halkidiki
Country of Origin: Greece
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
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Intense developing nose, forest floor, mushrooms, mecerated tea leaves, leather, potting soil, earth, dry fruits. Dry palate, crisp, still noticeable tannin, liquorice, orange zest. Intense and long finish. |
No Award Type |
Macedonia |
Xinomavro 100% |
|
89
|
Kidonitsa |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2022 |
Greece |
|
Oenops Wines |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: Greece
ABV: 12.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Floral notes with citrus and herbacious touch. Crisp, minerality with white flowers, fresh apple, pear and intense lemon, wet stone on the palate. Good with grilled sardines or cevicche of scallops |
No Award Type |
|
Kydonitsa 100% |
Purchase
|
90
|
Les Pénitents Chardonnay |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2017 |
France |
|
Domaine Alphonse Mellot |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2017
Region: Loire, Côtes de la Charité
Country of Origin: France
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
The nose is quite powerful with green herbs, slightly underripe citrus fruit and yellow flowers. The palate has a fresh minerality but a shorter finish. Softer acidity than expected. A good aperitif wine. |
No Award Type |
Loire |
Chardonnay (100%) |
Purchase
|
89
|
Moulin a Vent Vieilles Vignes de 1903 |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2020 |
France |
|
Domaine Yohan Lardy |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2020
Region: Beaujolais, Moulin-a-Vent
Country of Origin: France
ABV: 14%
Tasting Notes
|
Well-built wine, ruby colour and lots of fruit aromas that are still fresh, but over ripe flowers on the nose. Secondary aromas are evident making this wine great for drinking now. Gripping tannins which implies that theis wine still can age. |
No Award Type |
Beaujolais |
Gamay 100% |
Purchase
|
90
|
Gathering Field Pinot Noir |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2019 |
Australia |
|
Thousand Candles |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2019
Region: Yarra Valley
Country of Origin: Australia
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Fruity and elegant aromas and flavours with high acuity and low level of tannis. Integrated and very pleasant. Quite a long finish as well. A heavenly pairing would be a porcini mushroom tart. |
No Award Type |
Yarra Valley |
Pinot Noir 100% |
Purchase
|
89
|
Bolney Estate Chardonnay |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2022 |
United Kingdom |
|
Bolney Wine Estate |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2022
Region: England, West Sussex
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Rocky minerals, fresh green herbs like watercress and radish, underripe stone fruit aromas and tart citrus. Would be great with a fresh summer salad or raw seafood. |
No Award Type |
England |
Chardonnay 85% |
Purchase
|
90
|
Merus Vernatsch Schiava |
Burgundy Alternatives |
2022 |
Italy |
|
Tiefenbrunner - Schlosskellerei Turmhof |
Product Type: No Award Type
Vintage: 2022
Region: Alto Adige, South Tyrol
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Showing ripe, red fruit characters - cherry and preserved fruits, with delicate hints of fresh mint. Supple and round, the fruit is underpinned by gentle oak spice through to a beautifully balanced finish. Perfect pairing for steak tartar. |
No Award Type |
Alto Adige |
Schiava 100% (Vernatsch) |
|
87
|
Rosa Regale |
Native Italian Reds |
2023 |
Italy |
|
Banfi |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2023
Region: Brachetto d'Acqui DOCG
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 7.3%
Tasting Notes
|
Bright, sweet and candied. rose petals, raspberry, strawberry jam. Ligjhtly sparkling, bursting with fruity strawberry aromas. Medium-bodied with a pleasant acidity.. Would match well with cured meats, e.g. salami and pickled onion aperitivo. |
Red Wine |
Brachetto d'Acqui DOCG |
Brachetto d'Acqui |
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90
|
Vigna Marrucheto |
Native Italian Reds |
2018 |
Italy |
|
Banfi |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2018
Region: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 15%
Tasting Notes
|
Rich, spicy & floral. Good underlying tannins which have softened with time. Ripe fruit characters, with settled oak, with great balanced structure, intense flavours. Still powerful tannins, medium body. Bold yet very appealing. |
Red Wine |
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
Sangiovese |
|
90
|
Poggio alle Mura |
Native Italian Reds |
2021 |
Italy |
Best for Group Dining |
Banfi |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Rosso di Montalcino DOC
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Beautifully integrated oak, classy, elegant wine. Generous amount of fruit. Red, stewed berry aromas. Plum and orange zest, accompanied by spicy notes that intertwine with lavender notes, fresh balsamic hints. Aromatic and lively. |
Red Wine |
Rosso di Montalcino DOC |
Sangiovese |
|
88
|
Chianti Classico |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
|
Banfi |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Chianti Classico DOCG
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Dried herbs, smokey, game flavours. Pleasant with some complexity on the palate. Notable acidity on the palate, earthiness and touch of dried meats. Long lingering finish. Would be great with tomato-based or braised meat dishes. |
Red Wine |
Chianti Classico DOCG |
Sangiovese |
|
88
|
La Lus |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
|
Banfi |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Piemonte DOC
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14%
Tasting Notes
|
Straightforward, clean juicy red. Quite alcoholic at the start on the palate with medium acidity. Medium-length on the finish. Vitelli tonnato would be a great pairing!. Meaty, floral and soft plummy fruits, Lacks body, easy-drinking for entry level. |
Red Wine |
Piemonte DOC |
Albarossa |
|
91
|
Primocolle Chianti Classico DOCG |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
|
Villa Cerna |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Tuscany, Chianti Classico
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 13,5%
Tasting Notes
|
The mix of forward fruit and freshness. Bright red, purplish fruit. Rose petal, mint and spice linger at the end. Medium-intense nose, developing, oysters, wet asphalt, wet leaves, dry fruits, hints of straw. Dry, lean body, juicy, orange zest, smooth noticeable tannin. This is a classy wine. |
Red Wine |
Tuscany |
Sangiovese 95% |
Purchase
|
91
|
Querciabella |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
|
Querciabella |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Tuscany, Chianti Classico
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14% Vol
Tasting Notes
|
Velvety, layered, expressive wine. Packed with fruit cassis, morello cherry, kirsch, and a hint of spice. Touch of herbs, dried citrus peel with well-integrated acidity. A subtle creaminess, making the wine round and full. Great with Wagyu steak or traditional Italian dishes. |
Red Wine |
Tuscany |
Sangiovese 100% |
|
90
|
Taurasi |
Native Italian Reds |
2019 |
Italy |
|
Feudi di San Gregorio |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Campania, Taurasi
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14%
Tasting Notes
|
Perfumed, aromas of ripe cherry and hints of morello cherry. Soft, fruity palate which is beautifully balanced by freshness with a touch of spice. On the palate the wine has much more of a lush fruit profile with sweeter black cherries and blackberry flavours. Good value. |
Red Wine |
Campania |
Aglianico 100% |
|
92
|
Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. Riserva |
Native Italian Reds |
2019 |
Italy |
Best Value |
Castello di Radda |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Tuscany, Chianti Classico
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14,5% vol.
Tasting Notes
|
Intense, expressive complex nose. Aromas of earth, dry cherries, orange zestand sweet wood. Well-integrated oak from ageing. Dry, silky texture, juicy, smooth tannin. Long finish, full body, musculine tannins, but elegant wine. A great bottle, drink now or put aside for another10 years easily,. |
Red Wine |
Tuscany |
Sangiovese 100% |
|
91
|
Chianti Classico Riserva |
Native Italian Reds |
2019 |
Italy |
Best Overall |
Carpineto |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Tuscany, Chianti Classico
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14%
Tasting Notes
|
Great value for money. Good by the glass option. Ripe fruit layered with dried flowers, leather and undergrowth. Beautifully balanced, on the palate. The fruit seems is alive with figs, raisins and dried plums. A complex wine with a nice tannin structure. |
Red Wine |
Tuscany |
90% Sangiovese |
|
92
|
ASOFIA CHIANTI CLASSICO GRAN SELEZIONE DOCG |
Native Italian Reds |
2019 |
Italy |
Best for Preservation System |
TERRENO |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: TUSCANY, CHIANTI CLASSICO
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14%
Tasting Notes
|
Meaty nose, ripe fruit. Nice structure - dark fruits, spices. real charm and impressive structure, offering intense notes of wild berries, cassis and delicate highlights of herbs, violets, liquorice and dried ginger. Elegant, with a long, smooth. Great food pairing for rich pasta dishes. |
Red Wine |
TUSCANY |
100% SANGIOVESE |
Purchase
|
89
|
Novecento |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
|
Dievole |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Toscana, Chianti Classico
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14,5%
Tasting Notes
|
Black liquorice, spice, dried rosemary and thyme. Dried cranberries and red cherries. On the palate the tannins seem quite dusty, but the fruit helps to keep the wine fresh. A touch of cedar and bright underripe red fruit flavours linger on the finish. |
Red Wine |
Toscana |
Sangiovese 95% |
|
91
|
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Poggiarso |
Native Italian Reds |
2019 |
Italy |
Best for Group Dining |
Castello di Meleto |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Siena (SI) /toscana /italia
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14%
Tasting Notes
|
Black liquorice spice, dried rosemary and thyme. Dried cranberries and red cherries. On the palate the tannins seem quite dusty, but the fruit helps to keep the wine fresh. Cedar notes and bright underripe red fruit flavours linger on the finish. |
Red Wine |
Siena (SI) /toscana /italia |
100% Sangiovese |
Purchase
|
94
|
Gran Selezione Vigna del Capannino |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
Best Overall |
Tenuta di Bibbiano |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Tuscany, Chianti Classico
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 15,00%
Tasting Notes
|
An elegant and charming wine with ample notes of black, berried fruits layered with tobacco, spice. The mature fruit flavours are enveloped by refined tannins through to a fresh and balanced finish. Perfect match for Herdwick lamb, ratatouille with a lamb jus. |
Red Wine |
Tuscany |
100% SANGIOVESE GROSSO |
Purchase
|
89
|
Vigna Montebello Sette Chianti Classico Gran Selezione |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
|
Tolaini |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Chianti Classico, Castelnuovo Berardenga
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14,5%
Tasting Notes
|
Great wine, well-balanced. Oak and tannin give good body to this wine and the alcohol plays a great part. Relatively young, but definitely enjoyable. There is definite potential for ageing. |
Red Wine |
Chianti Classico |
100% Sangiovese |
|
90
|
Terrazze San Leolino |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
|
Fontodi |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Tuscany
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 15%
Tasting Notes
|
Dark, cherry with rich spices. Meaty, Bold tannins. iolet and red fruit.Great structure, well-balanced, enjoyable now, and can age as well. To be enjoyed with a good ribeye & béarnaise. |
Red Wine |
Tuscany |
Sangiovese 100% |
Purchase
|
91
|
Vigna Grospoli Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
|
Lamole di Lamole |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Toscana, Chianti Classico
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14,50%
Tasting Notes
|
Creamy blackcurrant yoghurt and blackberry flavours on the nose. Touch of black liquorice, spice and dried violet petals. On the palate some dried stalks and savoury herbs are intertwined with the lush fruit characters. A bright acidity and smooth tannin structure. A well balanced wine. |
Red Wine |
Toscana |
100% Sangiovese |
|
91
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Santa Caterina Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG Organic |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
|
Castello di Albola |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Toscana, Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14%
Tasting Notes
|
Medium-intense nose, cherry and white ground pepper, cloves, sandalwood, Dry, juicy, orange zest. Full, balanced, smooth sweet tannin. Savoury yet refreshing. Food friendly - great with pizza with olives & spicy sausage. |
Red Wine |
Toscana |
Sangiovese 100% |
|
92
|
Acciaolo Toscana IGT |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
|
Castello di Albola |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Toscana, Toscana IGT
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14%
Tasting Notes
|
This wine is intense, ruby-red in colour with aromas of fresh, red berries and dark fruit nuances enriched with mineral and spicy layers. The red fruit characters follows onto the complex palate, combining elegant, silky tannins and a lively clean finish. A delicious wine. |
Red Wine |
Toscana |
Cabernet Sauvignon 100% |
|
92
|
Il Solatìo Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG Organic |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
By the Glass |
Castello di Albola |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Toscana, Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 13,5%
Tasting Notes
|
Depth of colour and great intensity on the nose. The palate is powerful and fruit packed with ripe raspberry and spicy cherry fruit supported by a touch of herbs and violet. Soft silky tannins, long finish. Great for preservation systtem. Perfect with a mushroom risotto with truffle. |
Red Wine |
Toscana |
Sangiovese 100% |
Purchase
|
88
|
Etna Rosso DOCG |
Native Italian Reds |
2020 |
Italy |
|
Barone di Villagrande |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Sicily, Etna
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Mid-intensity on palate. Simple layering of violet and red fruits with some wet herbs. On the palate this wine is full and rounded. Would work well with meat balls, spaghetti pasta or rich, tomato-based sauces. |
Red Wine |
Sicily |
80% Nerello Mascalese |
Purchase
|
88
|
Heritage Aglianico Irpinia DOC |
Native Italian Reds |
2019 |
Italy |
|
Mastroberardino Winery |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Campania, Irpinia
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Perfumed nose of wild , red berries and cherries married. Spicy nuances. The fruit-forward palate is complemented by supple tannins and a higher acidity then expected culminating in a long, spicy finish. |
Red Wine |
Campania |
Aglianico 100% |
Purchase
|
89
|
Langhe Nebbiolo |
Native Italian Reds |
2021 |
Italy |
|
Rocche Costamagna |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Piedmont, La Morra
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Raspberry jelly, sweet red cherries, bright and fresh red flower petals,. The wine is juicy and fresh with a well-balanced acidity. A touch of spice and earthiness on the finish it help keep the wine balanced. Some wild herbs - oregano and thyme. |
Red Wine |
Piedmont |
Nebbiolo 100% |
|
89
|
QUERCIA AL POGGIO |
Native Italian Reds |
2021 |
Italy |
|
QUERCIA AL POGGIO |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: TUSCANY, CHIANTI CLASSICO
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 14,5%
Tasting Notes
|
A richly flavoured wine with abundant, plummy dark fruit and a sappy lift on the finish. Intense expressive nose; dry tea leaves, white grain pepper, earth, black cherries, dry, broad, full, juicy, orange zest, smooth tannin. long finish. |
Red Wine |
TUSCANY |
80% SANGIOVESE |
Purchase
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0
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Seven Giants — Añejo Style |
No & Low Summer Drinks |
N/A |
United Kingdom |
|
Spirits of Virtue |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: N/A
Region: Scotland, Glasgow
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 0.0%
Tasting Notes
|
With notes of caramel and a bitter twist that easily make their presence felt through a mixer, this tequila-substitute could be an option for use in cocktails. The powerful medicinal and caramel notes do need some taming, though. |
No and Low Drinks |
Scotland |
N/A (0.0% ABV aged tequila alternative) |
Purchase
|
0
|
Seven Giants - Añejo Style |
No & Low Summer Drinks |
0 |
United Kingdom |
|
Spirits of Virtue |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Region: Scotland, Glasgow
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 0.0%
Tasting Notes
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N/A
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No and Low Drinks |
Scotland |
N/A (Non-alcoholic aged tequila alternative) |
|
1
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Brown Brothers Cienna Zero |
No & Low Summer Drinks |
2023 |
Australia |
|
Brown Family Wine Group |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2023
Region: Victoria
Country of Origin: Australia
ABV: <0.5%
Tasting Notes
|
A sweetish and uplifting red that tastes like red plum compote with a hint of cinnamon and a touch of rosehip linctus. There is a fair bit of sweetness in here but that could work as a pairing with sweetly fruity and/or chilli-hot dishes such as spicy duck noodles or pork and apricot tagine. |
No and Low Drinks |
Victoria |
Cienna |
|
1
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Brown Brothers Moscato Zero |
No & Low Summer Drinks |
2023 |
Australia |
|
Brown Family Wine Group |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2023
Region: Victoria
Country of Origin: Australia
ABV: <0.5% abv
Tasting Notes
|
The grapey flavours and low alcohol of sparkling moscato make for an easier transition to a low-alcohol drink. With notes of white sherbet, a hint of freesia and the sweetness of fresh grapes this is a good pick for a summer afternoon serve or as with richly fruity desserts like Christmas Pudding. |
No and Low Drinks |
Victoria |
Moscato 100% |
Purchase
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1
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ZENO alcohol-liberated Rosé |
No & Low Summer Drinks |
2023 |
Spain |
|
Vinolo Ltd. |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2023
Region: Castille-La Mancha
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 0.23%
Tasting Notes
|
With a fragrance of red berries and watermelon, this alcohol-liberated rosé has a creamy feel and a clean finish. A good, aperitif-style drink. |
No and Low Drinks |
Castille-La Mancha |
Bobal |
|
0
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Monarch Pinot Noir |
No & Low Summer Drinks |
2023 |
France |
|
Villa Noria |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2023
Region: Languedoc, Coteaux de Bessilles
Country of Origin: France
ABV: 8.5%
Tasting Notes
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A mid-alcohol (8.5% alc) pinot noir with flavours of jammy red fruits and some boiled sweet notes. Very light on the palate. |
No and Low Drinks |
Languedoc |
Monarch 75% |
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0
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Skye Sauvignon Blanc |
No & Low Summer Drinks |
2021 |
New Zealand |
|
Lake Chalice Wines |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2021
Region: Marlborough
Country of Origin: New Zealand
ABV: 9.5%
Tasting Notes
|
A bright, mid-alcohol (9.5% alc) sauvignon blanc with vivid notes of lime and lemon sorbet as well as elderflower and passion fruit, a style that offers some popular appeal but which could be more honed and nuanced. |
No and Low Drinks |
Marlborough |
Sauvignon Blanc 100% |
Purchase
|
3
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Saicho Sparkling Tea - Hojicha |
No & Low Summer Drinks |
Hojicha |
United Kingdom |
|
Saicho |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: Hojicha
Region: Japan, Shizuoka Prefecture
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 0%
Tasting Notes
|
Hojicha's depth of flavour and fine nuances make it an excellent option for gourmet food pairing. Made from roasted green tea, it has toasty, nutty notes with hints of roasted chestnuts and delicate florals. Match it with fish and mushroom aromatics. |
No and Low Drinks |
Japan |
Hojicha |
Purchase
|
2
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Saicho Sparkling Tea - Darjeeling |
No & Low Summer Drinks |
Darjeeling |
United Kingdom |
|
Saicho |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: Darjeeling
Region: India, Darjeeling
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 0%
Tasting Notes
|
Notes of black tea mingle with flavours of ginger and wood spice, lifted with notes of lemon balm and mandarin and leading to a slightly astringent, tannic finish. This sparkling tea would pair well with dim sum and other cantonese dishes. |
No and Low Drinks |
India |
Darjeeling |
Purchase
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3
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Saicho Sparkling Tea - Jasmine |
No & Low Summer Drinks |
Jasmine |
United Kingdom |
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Saicho |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: Jasmine
Region: China, Fujian Province
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 0%
Tasting Notes
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Very bright, floral and elegant, with a fragrance of sweet, delicate white flowers and then, on the palate, notes of yuzu, water lily and jasmine. A great option as an aperitif or for use in summer-time cocktails. |
No and Low Drinks |
China |
Single origin jasmine tea |
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89
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San Greg Rosato |
Rosé Wines |
2023 |
Italy |
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Feudi di San Gregorio |
Product Type: Rosé Wine
Vintage: 2023
Region: Campania, Irpinia
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 12.5%
Tasting Notes
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Beautiful, salmon-pink colour. Nice ripe strawberry and raspberry freshness. Nice forward fruit with chalkiness, with a little hint of salt. Complex aromas of strawberries and raspberries. Smooth, fresh finish. |
Rosé Wine |
Campania |
Aglianico 100% |
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86
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Cinsault Rosé |
Rosé Wines |
2023 |
South Africa |
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Leeuwenkuil Family Vineyards |
Product Type: Rosé Wine
Vintage: 2023
Region: Western Cape, Swartland
Country of Origin: South Africa
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Clean and fresh nose, small red berries, citrus fruits. Dry, lean palate, streamlined with a crisp, almondy finish. Nice start with some sweetness, pleasant rhubarb and light strawberriy notes. Terrace-drinker in summer months. |
Rosé Wine |
Western Cape |
Cinsault 100% |
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89
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A.MUSE Rosé |
Rosé Wines |
2023 |
Greece |
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Muses Estate |
Product Type: Rosé Wine
Vintage: 2023
Region: Central Greece, Valley of the Muses
Country of Origin: Greece
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Extraordinary rosé wine that presents itself as a very elegant and subtly complex. It has an absolutely sublime light salmon colour, delicate aromas of raspberry and blackberries and a light balsamic aroma. It highlights very balanced acidity and exalts an open and very subtle floral bouquet. |
Rosé Wine |
Central Greece |
Sauvignon Blanc 85% |
Purchase
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88
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Messwein Rose |
Rosé Wines |
2022 |
Austria |
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Weingut Stift Goettweig |
Product Type: Rosé Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Kremstal
Country of Origin: Austria
ABV: 11.5%
Tasting Notes
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Extremely pale in colour, with gentle raspberry aromas . Uncomplicated flavours of red fruit with a clean line and finish. Melon and Parma ham pairing made in heaven. |
Rosé Wine |
Kremstal |
90% Zweigelt |
Purchase
|
90
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Absolu Provence Rosé |
Rosé Wines |
2023 |
France |
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Chateau D'Astros |
Product Type: Rosé Wine
Vintage: 2023
Region: Provence, Var
Country of Origin: France
ABV: 12.8%
Tasting Notes
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Distinct perfume and a structured character. It's a ripe wine, beautifully balanced. It has a rich fruit, raspberries and wild strawberries. It also has a fine texture with plenty of acidity as well as a touch of pepper. Perfect for a Nicoise salad. |
Rosé Wine |
Provence |
65% Grenache |
Purchase
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89
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Amour |
Rosé Wines |
2023 |
France |
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Chateau D'Astros |
Product Type: Rosé Wine
Vintage: 2023
Region: Provence, Var
Country of Origin: France
ABV: 12.5%
Tasting Notes
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Delicate white peach and soft white flowers, with a stony minerality on the nose. On the palate the acidity is well integrated and fresh, with a long lingering finish. Subtle flavours of soft bramble and grapefruit zest hang around on the long finish. |
Rosé Wine |
Provence |
50% Grenache |
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0
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Newblood Rosé |
No & Low Drinks |
NA |
Australia |
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Newblood |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: NA
Region: Riverina
Country of Origin: Australia
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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A saline rosé that scored just below a recommendation star, but the judges found the acidity dominated the flavour. |
No and Low Drinks |
Riverina |
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1
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B1654 Sparkling Chardonnay |
No & Low Drinks |
2021 |
Australia |
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Triple Creek Winery |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2021
Region: South Australia, Barossa Valley
Country of Origin: Australia
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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With a touch of nougat on the nose and subtle notes of peach, butter, apple and lemon this is recognisable as a chardonnay and would pair nicely with poached salmon. (1 star) |
No and Low Drinks |
South Australia |
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0
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Hand on Heart Chardonnay |
No & Low Drinks |
2020 |
United States |
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Miller Family Winery |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2020
Region: California
Country of Origin: United States
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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A chardonnay that tilts for the palates of those who like deep, golden wines hung with vanilla and caramel flavours. Very strong flavours of old butter and butterscotch popcorn. |
No and Low Drinks |
California |
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0
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Zeero Sangiovese |
No & Low Drinks |
2021 |
Italy |
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Casa Emma |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2021
Region: Chianti, Emilia Romana
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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A slightly tarry nose, with notes of earth and wild berries, leads to very dry, bitter tannins. |
No and Low Drinks |
Chianti |
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0
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Nozeco Still Rosé |
No & Low Drinks |
N/V |
Spain |
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GCF |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: N/V
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 0.01%
Tasting Notes
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There's a lot going on in this still rosé: a fragrance of sweet florals (reminiscent of Swizzels Parma Violets), notes of pot-pourris and candied tinned fruit. Some of the panel preferred it mixed with soda as a spritzer. Not quite a star. |
No and Low Drinks |
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0
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Nozeco Still Chardonnay |
No & Low Drinks |
N/V |
Spain |
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GCF |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: N/V
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 0.01%
Tasting Notes
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N/A
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No and Low Drinks |
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0
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Nozeco Still Merlot |
No & Low Drinks |
N/V |
Spain |
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GCF |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: N/V
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 0.01%
Tasting Notes
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N/A
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No and Low Drinks |
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0
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Nozeco Bucks Fizz |
No & Low Drinks |
N/V |
Spain |
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GCF |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: N/V
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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A simple and vigorously sparkling drink with notable levels of residual sugar and very confected flavours. This might be put to use as a cocktail base. |
No and Low Drinks |
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0
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Nozeco Peach Bellini |
No & Low Drinks |
N/V |
Spain |
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GCF |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: N/V
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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An intensely-coloured drink with a strong perfume of peach candy and tropical fruits and a sweet-sour tingle like Haribo tangfastics. Might work in a "bottomless brunch" style bar environment but the judges felt there are better bellini alternatives. |
No and Low Drinks |
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1
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Nozeco Spritz |
No & Low Drinks |
N/V |
Spain |
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GCF |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: N/V
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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A good alternative to an Aperol spritz, this has subtle notes of bitter orange and a savoury finish. Neon-bright! Good for a fast-paced bar environment where it can be poured over ice and a slice of orange for a quick serve. |
No and Low Drinks |
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1
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Nozeco Sparkling Rosé |
No & Low Drinks |
N/V |
Spain |
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GCF |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: N/V
Region: n/a, n/a
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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A sparkling rosé that will appeal to those who seek sweetness and a poppy style of drink. A mingle of strawberry and cherryade flavours with good overall balance. (1 star) |
No and Low Drinks |
n/a |
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0
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Nozeco Sparkling Wine |
No & Low Drinks |
N/V |
Spain |
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GCF |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: N/V
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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N/A
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No and Low Drinks |
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2
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Not Guilty Pinot Grigio |
No & Low Drinks |
n/a |
Australia |
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Australian Vintage |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: n/a
Country of Origin: Australia
ABV: 0.05%
Tasting Notes
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An appealing, light white that retains a sense of vinosity and energy. A fragrant and floral nose leads to a citrussy drink with notes of greengage and a bright acidity. (2 stars) |
No and Low Drinks |
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1
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McGuigan Zero Sauvignon Blanc |
No & Low Drinks |
n/a |
Australia |
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Australian Vintage |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: n/a
Country of Origin: Australia
ABV: 0.05%
Tasting Notes
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A fresh sauvignon blanc that would work well by the glass. It's simple but attractive, with notes of river rocks, grass and yellow and green citrus. |
No and Low Drinks |
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Purchase
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2
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BLÅ |
No & Low Drinks |
0 |
Denmark |
By the Glass |
Copenhagen Sparkling Tea Company |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Country of Origin: Denmark
Tasting Notes
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This sparkling tea would make a good aperitif serve to replace a glass of champagne, or sit well on a pairing menu. Complex and sophisticated, with notes of camomile, elderflower, yuzu, jasmine, hay and, of course, tea, |
No and Low Drinks |
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2
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Jukes 8- The Sparkling Rose |
No & Low Drinks |
2022 |
United Kingdom |
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Jukes Cordialities |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 0%
Tasting Notes
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Fragrant, pale pink and gently sparkling, like a frizzante, with well-integrated notes of grass, watermelon, green apple and raspberry. A good aperitif or bar serve, with appealing freshness and a sweet-sour finish from the cider vinegar base. |
No and Low Drinks |
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1
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Jukes 6- The Sparkling Red |
No & Low Drinks |
2022 |
United Kingdom |
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Jukes Cordialities |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 0%
Tasting Notes
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A velvet-smooth crush of sweetly ripe red and black berries, with a savoury twist. Use this wine-coloured, effervescent drink as you would a Lambrusco and serve it with a charcuterie board or with desserts like raspberry and blackcurrant pavlova. |
No and Low Drinks |
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2
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Jukes 1 – The Sparkling White |
No & Low Drinks |
2022 |
United Kingdom |
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Jukes Cordialities |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 0%
Tasting Notes
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Charming and nuanced. Beautifully integrated cider vinegar-based drink with true flavours and good depth. Looks like sparkling wine so good for those who want to fit in visually. Gentle fruit and pickle notes will pair with ceviche or smoked fish. |
No and Low Drinks |
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2
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Peony Blush Naturally Fermented Sparkling Tea |
No & Low Drinks |
2023 |
United Kingdom |
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The REAL Drinks Co. |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2023
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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Fragrant, smoky tea notes mingle with pomegranate and wild rose. On the palate, sweet red fruits are cut by the gently tannic white peony tea. Familiar flavours that are appealing and a sweetness that could match well with Asian-style plates. |
No and Low Drinks |
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2
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Conviv Rosso |
No & Low Drinks |
2022 |
Italy |
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Conviv |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: 2022
Region: Lombardia, Milano
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 0.00%
Tasting Notes
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Very impressive vermouth-style drink that showcases the aromatic complexity of peels, barks and herbs that you find in the real thing. Very good depth and a silky texture. Serve cold and neat as a digestif or long with tonic with olives or tapenade. |
No and Low Drinks |
Lombardia |
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Purchase
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1
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Adnams Wild Wave Cider 0.5% |
No & Low Drinks |
n/a |
United Kingdom |
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Adnams |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: n/a
Region: England, Suffolk
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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Tangy flavours of eating and sweetened cooking apples predominate but there's a subtle, savoury fermented note beneath the freshness. Good bubble persistence. A refreshing session drink that will go well with Scotch eggs or British pork dishes. |
No and Low Drinks |
England |
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Purchase
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1
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Adnams Ghost Ship Pale Ale 0.5% Bottle |
No & Low Drinks |
n/a |
United Kingdom |
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Adnams |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: n/a
Region: England, Suffolk
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
ABV: 0.5%
Tasting Notes
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Appealing aromas of hops and yellow citrus lead to a refreshing palate that feels a little lighter than the nose but is still appealing. A good serve for a drinks reception or bar area. |
No and Low Drinks |
England |
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1
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ZENO alcohol-liberated Sparkling Rosé NV |
No & Low Drinks |
NV |
Spain |
Best for Group Dining |
Vinolo Ltd. |
Product Type: No and Low Drinks
Vintage: NV
Region: Castile-La Mancha, Villarrobledo
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 0.26%
Tasting Notes
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The judges were unanimous in their support for this sparkling rosé. Think rhubarb, cranberry and unripe strawberry with a hint of vinosity - and it's not over-sweet. Ideal for a large reception but would also make a good by the glass option. (1 star) |
No and Low Drinks |
Castile-La Mancha |
Macabeo |
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88
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Robert Vedel Cepas Viejas Verdejo |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2020 |
Spain |
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Herrero Vedel |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Floral notes, balanced with good fruit weight. Acidity slightly lower than expected. Ripe fruit on the palate with some complexity - shades of ripe apples and wet hay. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
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90
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José María Herrero GVR |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2020 |
Spain |
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Herrero Vedel |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Orange peel, lemon and lime citrus candied fruit! Moderate body with great purity and expressive. Really well made. Dense, powerful and full-bodied white with great length. Great for food matching. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
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90
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Erre Herrero Verdejo |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Herrero de Vedel |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Interesting wine, bold, lots of ripe fruit and blossom. Green apple, kiwi, conference pear. Dry with a nice grassy note running through it. Hints of chalk and a touch of grip to finish. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
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89
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Pita Sauvignon Blanc |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Viñedos Verderrubi |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Dry with a bright concentration of white fruits and a pleasant bready floral quality. Really good richness with a long length of ginger and spice. Well made and well balanced. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Sauvignon Blanc 100% |
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Pita Finca La Cantera |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2019 |
Spain |
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Viñedos Verderrubi |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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The nose is a bit shy, on the palate the fruit is fresh green apple and pear. Oxidative, exciting style; caramel, rosted hazelnut, almond butter at finish. Good with richer sauces. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
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91
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Pita Verdejo, Dominio de Verderrubi |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Viñedos Verderrubi |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Fruit driven wine. On the nose; lemon zest and green apple. On the palate, fresh stone fruits dominated by nectarine and yellow peach. It has some sour cream and cheese texture due to lees ageing. Feels integrated and fresh. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo |
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91
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Yllera Sauvignon Blanc Vendimia Nocturna |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Bodegas Grupo Yllera |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Lively floral and exotic fruit aromas. A honeyed, mineral palate. Mid-palate is ripe and rounded with notes of citrus curd. Long and lush. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Sauvignon Blanc 100% |
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87
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Yllera Verdejo Vendimia Nocturna |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Bodegas Grupo Yllera |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Mango, exotic aromas nice weight, saline palate. Fruit driven, easy going and drinkable. However, the high alcohol on finish makes it feel unbalanced. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
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86
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Viña Garedo |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Bodegas Grupo Yllera |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Exotic fruit, bananas and mango. Some floral charcacter with balanced acids. Quite commercial style but good legnth. Great wine by the glass option in a good gastro pub. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
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89
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Excellens Sauvignon Blanc |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2020 |
Spain |
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Marques de Cáceres |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 14.5%
Tasting Notes
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Slightly muted on the nose, more on the ripe lemon and lemon juice. The palate is citrusy and refreshing. Good length but not a very complicated wine. Aperitif style or paired with a salad. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Sauvignon Blanc 100% |
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89
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Marques Cáceres Verdejo |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2021 |
Spain |
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Marques de Cáceres |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 14%
Tasting Notes
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Wet stones with hint of earl grey on the nose, little bit less intensity on the palate; green apples and table grapes, slightly bitter on the finish. Pleasant and easy drinking. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
100% Verdejo |
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93
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La Capilla Blanco |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2019 |
Spain |
By the Glass |
Marques de Cáceres |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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A nice combination of primary and tertiary notes on both the nose and palate. Oak is evident but nicely integrated, certainly adding complexity.
Very good long finish with vanilla notes extract, pronounced tropical fruit. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 50% |
Purchase
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91
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Martinsancho Gran Vino de Rueda |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2021 |
Spain |
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Martinsancho Bodegas y Viñedos |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Pleasant freshness, grassy and herbaceous notes. Lemon and fennel with a touch of underripe stone fruits. Great match with high acid dishes or vinaigrette, with some elements from the sea like algae, oysters, sea urchin. Delicious. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo |
Purchase
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90
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Monasterio de Palazuelos Verdejo Viura |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2020 |
Spain |
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Bodega de Alberto |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Balanced with good varietal expression. Complexity, weight and a lingering finish. Medium plus acidity, good depth on the mid-palate with very good flavour intensity and length. Great with duck. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo |
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90
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de Alberto 80 Aniversario |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2021 |
Spain |
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Bodega de Alberto |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
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Lovely creamy nose, bright, vivid. Caraway and current leaf to give decent complexity. Fleshy white fruits shine with a flowery finish. Perfect with chicken dishes - roasted or pan fried. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo |
Purchase
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90
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Palacio de Bornos Sauvignon Blanc |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Bodega de Sarría |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Bright Sauvignon Blanc character with balsamic notes on nose. Powerful palate with notes of iodine and minerality balanced by hints of honey. Light almond bitterness on finish. Well-made. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
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90
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Valdecuevas Cuvée |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2020 |
Spain |
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Grupo Valdecuevas Agro |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
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Jasmine and white flowers. Fleshy white peaches. Oily intensity giving wine balanced. Good exotic fruit intensity, some oak integration bringing weight to the wine. Great wine to pair with Thai green curry with lemongrass. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
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89
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Valdecuevas Fermentado en barrica |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2020 |
Spain |
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Grupo Valdecuevas Agro |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Lemon cordial and white flowers on the nose, Good amount of fruit on the palate with some malolactic notes; sour cream. The acidity is correct, polished supple palate, finishes with bitter almond note. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
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89
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Oro de Castilla Finca Los Hornos |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2016 |
Spain |
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Hermanos del Villar |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2016
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13.2%
Tasting Notes
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Dry with a moderate waxy weight on the palate. Hints of caster sugar, marshmallow and peach. Very fresh and pretty with some attractive floral notes. Moderate length. Well-balanced a really classic example for Verdejo. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
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88
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Oro de Castilla Sauvignon Blanc |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2019 |
Spain |
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Hermanos del Villar |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13.4%
Tasting Notes
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Freshly mowed lawn, melon on the nose, pleasant alcohol. Refreshing palate dominated by tropical fruits. Plenty of aroma profiles, perhaps a bit too intense with most dishes. Best as a wine by the glass. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Sauvignon Blanc 100% |
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88
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Oro de Castilla Verdejo |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2019 |
Spain |
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Hermanos del Villar |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13.2%
Tasting Notes
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Mineral and crisp. Mouthwatering. Dry, white fruits with bright citrus acidity. Menthol notes and pretty hint of white flowers on the long finish. Nose is more expressive than the palate. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
88
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J. Fernando Vendimia Seleccionada |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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J. Fernando Viñedos y Bodegas |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Dense wine with good flavour concentration and savoury long finish on the palate. More to offer on the palate than on the nose. Clearly defined fruit, floral notes with mint and chamomile, some lees ageing complexity. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
Purchase
|
87
|
Sanz Clássico |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Vinos Sanz |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
The nose is expressive. Lime cordial, gooseberry and grass nettle character. The palate is zesty and vibrant, there’s a lawyer of lees which add an extra layer of complexity and helps to feel more refreshing. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 70% |
Purchase
|
88
|
El Loco de Finca La Colina |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Vinos Sanz |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Bright citrus and stone fruit, juicy persimmon on the nose. The palate is very fresh and simple with a refreshing finish. To be paired with grilled prawns and fresh summer salads. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 97% |
Purchase
|
90
|
Diez Siglos Sauvignon Blanc |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
|
Diez Siglos de Verdejo |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Light golden colour. Bright punchy freshness, with some ripe tropical fruits. Notes of minerality on the finish. Light, bitter lemon finish. Pair perfectly with Thai food. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Sauvignon Blanc 2022 |
|
90
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Mocén RVE Fermentado en barrica |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2016 |
Spain |
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Bodegas Mocén |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2016
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Aromatic spice, white chocolate, cardamom and aromatic spice. Bold nose, nice waxy texture, lively oak well intergrated. Great food wine for more robust cheese dishes or oily fish. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
92
|
Mocén Sauvignon Blanc |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
By the Glass |
Bodegas Mocén |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 12.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Bold Sauvignon Blanc nose with a key note green character. Mouth-filling with minerality and honey. Cut grass, elderflower aromas and a crushed rock mineral nose. Great with grilled fish and asparagus. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Sauvignon Blanc 100% |
Purchase
|
93
|
Cuatro Rayas Cuarenta Vendimias Cuvée GVR |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2021 |
Spain |
Best Overall |
Bodega Cuatro Rayas |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Alive with fruit and acidity, brought into check with savoury slight oxidative notes. Salty saline. Orange peel, persistant. Textured layers floral with structure. Good with fish pairing such as cod/monkfish and mussels. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
87
|
Cuatro Rayas Viñedos Centenarios |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
|
Bodega Cuatro Rayas |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 12.5-13.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Golden apple, marzipan bitter almond, lees: spice and savoury notes, saline melon (touch of oak) flinty. Potential pairing with spiced prawns or smoked fish. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
91
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Cuatro Rayas Longverdejo GVR Viñedos Centenarios |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2021 |
Spain |
|
Bodega Cuatro Rayas |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 12.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Bright acidity and energetic, good length of fruit and to battonage which has good weight. Floral, zesty notes , cardamom spice. Lemon and lime and herbaceous. Persistent. Pair this with a chicken korma! |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
88
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Castelo de Medina Verdejo |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2021 |
Spain |
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Castelo de Medin |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Nice nose showing good typicity of the variety. On the palate juicy freshness; citrusy, floral, mineral, saline notes with long finish. Dry and medium in length. Particularly nice with a veggie risotto. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
88
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Castelo de Medina Verdejo Vendimia Seleccionada |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2020 |
Spain |
|
BODEGAS CASTELO DE MEDINA |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
This wine has seen some oak adding weight to the wine. Hints of almond, citrus and some creamy notes. Dry with a touch of oxidation. Rounded waxiness with aromas of slightly bruised pear. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
92
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Castelo de Medina Fermentado en Barrica |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2020 |
Spain |
By the Glass |
BODEGAS CASTELO DE MEDINA |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Aromas of hazelnuts, almond, butter, cream. Vinous white wine with a bouquet of flowers and stone fruits such quince or yellow plum, the wine has weight and hints of cream. Perfect with wild mushroom risotto. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
89
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Caserío de Dueñas Verdejo Superior Sobre Lías |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2021 |
Spain |
Best for Group Dining |
ENTRECANALES DOMECQ E HIJOS, S.A.(CASERÍO DE DUEÑAS) |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Ripe, round style. Mouthfilling. Good expression. Light Granny Smith apple notes with white flowers and honeysuckle. Limestone minerality. Pleasant structure and richness. Definitely a great food companion. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
89
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Caserio de Dueñas Fincas |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2021 |
Spain |
|
ENTRECANALES DOMECQ E HIJOS, S.A.(CASERÍO DE DUEÑAS) |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Ripe citrus notes, lemon juice, chamomile and hay notes. The palate shows a riper character with stone fruit notes and lingering flavours. An easy to drink wine that would be perfect with grilled summer vegetables. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 55% |
|
91
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Caserio de Duenas Fermentado en Barrica |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2019 |
Spain |
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ENTRECANALES DOMECQ E HIJOS, S.A.(CASERÍO DE DUEÑAS) |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Dry with an oxidative style. Bruised apple, perhaps some skin contact. Savoury and spice on finish. Lots of nutty sherry notes with super bright acids. Toffee and hoi sin notes on the super long finish with a touch of ginger spice. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
87
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Trascampanas Verdejo |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Bodega Gotica |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
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Pleasantly green and "grassy" on the nose. Apple, pear, lemon verbena. Lots of bright green apple acidity, lime and fresh cut grass. Light in body and well balanced. Simple but enjoyable. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
94
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Trascampanas Sauvignon |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Bodega Gotica |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Expressive Sauvignon Blanc. Light citrus aromas. The palate is forthright with lime curd, tart greengages, crisp exotica. Bold and long. A modern wine, expressive of its origins. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Sauvignon Blanc 100% |
|
88
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Bodega Gotica Badajo Verdejo |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
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Bodega Gotica |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 12%
Tasting Notes
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Ripe apple. Rich, honeyed weight. Orange blossom, ripe pear and apple, lemon verbena. The wine is balanced and easy drinking. Good citrus flavours with peach and apricot. Saline finish that lingers nicely. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
90
|
Javier Sanz Sauvignon Blanc |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2021 |
Spain |
|
Javier Sanz Viticultor |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
A warm butterscotch nose with ripe stone fruit and bright lemon citrus. The wine has bracing acidity on the palate with bright citrus and a long persistent finish. To be paired with grilled king prawns or grilled courgette. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Sauvignon Blanc 100% |
|
86
|
Javier Sanz Verdejo |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
|
Javier Sanz Viticultor |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda, La Seca
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Overall the wine is fruity and pleasant, a bit of pear drops on the nose which could be some short macerations or semi-carbonic notes. Feels fresh and zesty, however lacks in complexity and texture. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
89
|
Javier Sanz Malcorta |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Spain |
|
Javier Sanz Viticultor |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Rueda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13%
Tasting Notes
|
Golden apple, marzipan bitter almond, lees: spice and savoury notes, saline melon (touch of oak) flinty. Potential pairing with spiced prawns or smoked fish. |
White Wine |
Rueda |
Verdejo 100% |
|
90
|
Cutizzi |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
Italy |
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Feudi di San Gregorio |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Campania, Greco di Tufo DOCG
Country of Origin: Italy
ABV: 12.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Fruity with orange zest and orange blossom, acacia honey and dried flowers. Intense and high in acidity. A crisp acidity on the palate with lemon juice. Long finish. Gastronomic wine, perfect with a fish-based course like French bouillabaisse. |
White Wine |
Campania |
Greco di Tufo 100% |
|
90
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Hacienda de Arinzano Chardonnay |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2021 |
Spain |
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Arinzano |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2021
Region: Navarra
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 15%
Tasting Notes
|
Warm baked citrus, yellow flowers, and a subtle toasty cedar flavour. A well integrated acidity and a textured body. Touch of smoke on the nose, more of a terroir driven one at that, lovely effervescent acidity. |
White Wine |
Navarra |
100% Chardonnay |
|
90
|
Arinzano Gran Vino Blanco |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2019 |
Spain |
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Arinzano |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Navarra
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 14.5%
Tasting Notes
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Clean nose, captivating roasted and vanilla aromas, ripe fruit. A delicate nose with aromas of overripe bananas and baked lemon. Medicinal flavours, a touch of bitter almond and a crushed rock minerality. Long and able to age. |
White Wine |
Navarra |
100% Chardonnay |
|
90
|
Fat Lady Sauvignon Blanc |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
South Africa |
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Hasher Family Estate |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Upper Hemel en Aarde Valley
Country of Origin: South Africa
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Warm citrus aromas and sweet baking spices on the nose. Slight herbal flavours, with a salty minerality and underripe stone fruit aromas. A juicy long lasting herbal finish. Perfect with a mixed vegetable risotto or sea bream. |
White Wine |
Upper Hemel en Aarde Valley |
Sauvignon Blanc 100% |
|
89
|
Marimist Chardonnay |
White Wine - Spring 2024 |
2022 |
South Africa |
|
Hasher Family Estate |
Product Type: White Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Upper Hemel en Aarde Valley
Country of Origin: South Africa
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Stone fruit, tropical notes, a bit of pineapple and ripe melon, buttery, creamy and ripe on the nose. Ripe fruit, buttery notes, nuts and use on new oak. Good acidity still. Pair with richer fish dishes and butter based sauces. |
White Wine |
Upper Hemel en Aarde Valley |
Chardonnay 100% |
|
91
|
A de Arinzano |
Rosé Wine |
2022 |
Spain |
|
Arinzano |
Product Type: Rosé Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Navarra
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Bright character with long finish. New wave pale pink colour. Dry and delicate with a good freshness and length to it. Lots of pot poutine, currant juice and raspberries. Light spice on the long finish. Pair with a Asian style tuna or Asian spiced. |
Rosé Wine |
Navarra |
100% Tempranillo |
|
90
|
Vieilles Vignes Carignan |
Red Wine |
2020 |
Lebanon |
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Domaine des Tourelles |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2020
Region: Bekaa Valley
Country of Origin: Lebanon
ABV: 14%
Tasting Notes
|
This wine has red fruit characters aromas such as red currant, strawberry compote with high notes of rose and violet. On the palate, liquorice, star anise. tobacco and menthol persist with loads of burnt earth notes. Bold tannins, rustic, intriguing. |
Red Wine |
Bekaa Valley |
Carignan 100% |
|
90
|
Hacienda de Arinzano Tempranillo |
Red Wine |
2019 |
Spain |
|
Arinzano |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2019
Region: Navarra
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 15%
Tasting Notes
|
Soft dark fruits, plum, prunes, coffee, cacao, cola on the nose. Spices are prominent yet subtle. On the palate praline bitter chocolate.tobacco, , liquorice, forest floor, maybe a touch over extracted raisin alcohol well-tempered. |
Red Wine |
Navarra |
85% Tempranillo |
|
90
|
La Casona de Arinzano |
Red Wine |
2015 |
Spain |
|
Arinzano |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2015
Region: Navarra
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 15%
Tasting Notes
|
Cassis, blackcurrant, ripeness, spice , liquorice, eucalyptus, structured. A touch of extraction. with sweet spices, clove liquorice, vanilla and baking spices coming from the oak with strong vanilla and coconut notes. |
Red Wine |
Navarra |
75% Tempranillo |
|
88
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Arinzano Merlot Agricultura Biológica |
Red Wine |
2018 |
Spain |
|
Arinzano |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2018
Region: Navarra
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 16%
Tasting Notes
|
Dark liquored cherries and baked red fruits. Touch of dark chocolate, Pepper spice and a slight hint of green herbs. Slight tobacco coming through. Alcohol is not super well balanced, but it is a pleasant wine. |
Red Wine |
Navarra |
100% Merlot |
|
90
|
Arinzano Gran Vino Tinto |
Red Wine |
2016 |
Spain |
|
Arinzano |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2016
Region: Navarra
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 15%
Tasting Notes
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Black fruit dominant, sweet spices, vanilla, jam. Refreshing acidity, juicy black fruit on the palate, good acidity. Freshly ground pepper on the finish. Structure, balance and intensity. Has ageing potential. |
Red Wine |
Navarra |
100% Tempranillo |
|
87
|
Ernest Pinot Noir |
Red Wine |
2022 |
South Africa |
Best Value |
Hasher Family Estate |
Product Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2022
Region: Upper Hemel en Aarde Valley
Country of Origin: South Africa
ABV: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Classic warmer climate Pinot Noir with developed aromas of berries and rich cherry notes, ending on an earthy yet delicate finish. An easy drinker with lots of food pairing opportunities for red meat dishes. |
Red Wine |
Upper Hemel en Aarde Valley |
Pinot Noir 100% |
|
92
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Palo Cortado Wellington VOS |
Fortified Wine |
VOS |
Spain |
|
Bodegas Hidalgo - La Gitana |
Product Type: Fortified
Vintage: VOS
Region: Jerez de la Frontera, Sanlucar de Barrameda
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 17.5%
Tasting Notes
|
Dense, powerful style with good complexity and shine. Hints of crème caramel, sweetness and pecan, walnut skins. Glycerine give you an impression of sweetness. Great to do wine pairing, specially with asiatic food elements such as dashi and ponzu. |
Fortified |
Jerez de la Frontera |
Palomino Fino |
|
91
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30 Year-Old Tawny |
Fortified Wine |
N/A |
Portugal |
|
Taylor's |
Product Type: Fortified
Vintage: N/A
Region: Douro Valley
Country of Origin: Portugal
ABV: 20%
Tasting Notes
|
Sweet with loads of almond skin, caramel and blended raisins. Really lovely with hints of maple syrup and a long salty finish. Nuts, fig, dried nuts, spice warming and Christmas spice. Delicious. |
Fortified |
Douro Valley |
Touriga Nacional |
|
90
|
10 Year-Old Tawny |
Fortified Wine |
n/a |
Portugal |
|
Fonseca |
Product Type: Fortified
Vintage: n/a
Region: Douro Valley
Country of Origin: Portugal
ABV: 20%
Tasting Notes
|
Good balance between alcohol and sweetness. Sweet with loads of ripe blackberry and cassis notes. Fragrant leafy flavours and hints of charcoal. Burnt brown sugar on the jammy finish. |
Fortified |
Douro Valley |
Touriga Nacional |
|
90
|
FINO ANTIQUE |
Fortified Wine |
NV |
Spain |
|
FERNANDO DE CASTILLA |
Product Type: Fortified
Vintage: NV
Region: ANDALUCIA, JEREZ
Country of Origin: Spain
ABV: 17%
Tasting Notes
|
Salty, hazelnut, blue cheese, walnut skin, good complexity. Zesty and pungent aromas. Has nuttiness, caramel and toffee. Pair with a blue cheese and hazelnut salad, mature cheddar, salted almonds. |
Fortified |
ANDALUCIA |
PALOMINO 100% |