Chateau De Montmirail VacqueyrasAn exceptional example of wine from tiny Vacqueyras appellation of Rhone, France. Chateau de Montmirail create a traditional blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre, with each variety treated individually in order to gain the best potential from each. Fermentation occurs in concrete tanks, lasting for around 15 days with daily pumping over. The resulting wines are blended and then aged in tank for at least one year prior to bottling. This Cuvee des

and final maturation in stainless steel

Aromas of green fruit

San Marzano winery is based in the same-named small town that lies right in the centre of the prestigious Primitivo di Manduria appellation - a strip of land between the seas that wash over Italy's Puglia region

They work with growers in cooler sites of lower vigour to seek out fruit that delivers pure flavours and great balance

where it has remained hidden from view since 1846

Velvety taste

Veneto's Casalforte then provide the minimum ageing of 12 months in oak to bring a red wine exuding Italian elegance

antipasti or mature cheeses

uplifting aroma

During the 1950s

yet well balanced palate shows nice wood in the middle

sweet and slightly woody marriage that sparkles on the tongue