wine: red
South AfricanPinotage/Merlot.Peplers Field
An easy drinking red. A little peppery spice and lots of blackcurrant/cherries on the palate. A light spicy finish. REMEMBER THERE ARE NO MINIMUM ORDER VALUE WITH DILLIES
£4.99
South African Peplers Field Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
Blackberry and cherry flavours combine perfectly with well balanced tannins on the palate. Soft middle palate and long aftertaste.
£5.49
Château de Pierreux Brouilly 2010
Brilliant colour with deep purple nuances. Fine, elegant nose with floral notes of iris, violet and peony. Soft and round on the palate with lovely length revealing floral and dark berry flavours of blueberry and blackcurrant.
£11.99
Château de Vaudieu 'Closerie de Vaudieu' Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2009
Deep ruby red in colour, with a black cherry core. This wine has lively berry fruits on the nose, with a touch of liquorice and a hint of black pepper. The 2009 is full of fruit, juicy and round with ripe tannnins that gently support the cherry, cassis and herb character on the finish.
£19.99
SOUTH AFRICAN Fairview Pinotage 2010
Dark purple in colour. Smoky notes with intense dark berry aromas, framed by oak spice. Fleshy dark fruit character continues on the palate with firm tannins and lingering flavours of spice and dark coffee. Medium bodied with well balanced fruit acidity.
£9.29
SOUTH AFRICAN 'Goats do Roam' Red 201
Bright ruby. Fresh berry aromas layered with spice and smoky notes. Medium weight with refreshing fruit acidity and juicy tannins. A pleasant wine with integrated flavours and a smooth finish.
£8.39
SOUTH AFRICAN 'The Goatfather' 2010
Aromas of bright red cherries and cassis with perfumed hints of lavender spices. An elegant medium-bodied palate with fresh acidity. Subtle oaking emphasises the fruit flavours, with a lingering finish.
£9.29
CHILEAN Inspira Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2009
Brilliant ruby red in colour, with bright aromas of fresh, ripe red fruits, raspberry, plum and a touch of blackcurrant. On the palate the wine is medium bodied with smooth tannins, good acidity and balance and a nice juicy finish.
£6.99
SPANISH Izadi Rioja Crianza 2006
The Crianza is impressive - intense youthful ruby in colour, with the vanilla oak perfumes well integrated with the juicy black fruit on the palate and fine, savoury tannins.
£11.49
PLANTAGENENT Omrah, Pinot Noir 2010
A bright ruby colour, the bouquet opens with cherry, raspberry and the distinctive spice of Pinot Noir, with subtle undertones of oak derived vanilla. Supple and smooth in the mouth with lashings of sweet fruit, finely polished tannins and balanced acidity; this finely poised backbone with vibrant fruit flavours and varietal spice notes, gives the wine great length and focus.
£10.99
Paul Jaboulet Aîné Crozes Hermitage Rouge Les Jalets 2008
Attractive bright ruby colour, with a violet hue. Aromas of fresh red berries, with spice and herb complexity. The palate has intense, rich flavours with the refreshing acidity of good Syrah and smooth-textured tannins to balance the juicy berry fruit.
£12.99
ITALIAN Ponte Pietra Merlot Corvina 2010
The Merlot lends the wine a soft, blackberry voluptuousness, whereas the ripe Corvina adds the characteristic cherry blossom perfume and ripe cherry pie fruit character to the palate and finish. Clean, fresh and well-balanced through to the finish.
£5.99
New Zealand Tinpot Hut Hawkes Bay Syrah 2007
Aromas of white and black pepper, violets, plum and a subtle chocolate and leather spiciness. A medium bodied complex wine in the mode of northern Rhône, showing plum, pepper and cinnamon characteristics with a slight bacon note on the finish. A firm acid backbone with silky tannins harmonises with the fruit and culminates in a warm ripe finish.
£11.99
NEW ZEALAND Tinpot Hut Marlborough Pinot Noir 2008
Lifted aromas of cherries and plums, with a hint of redcurrant. Attractive floral notes also shine through which are nicely integrated with savoury mushroom and toasty oak characters. Classic cherry flavours on the palate, supported by hints of plum and redcurrant. Structurally the tannins are soft and silky, while the well balanced acidity ensures good length of flavour.
£10.99
CHILEAN Viña Chocalan Carmenère Selección 2010
Brilliant, deep ruby red colour. Intense fruit aromas, with ripe black fruits, jams, mocha, tobacco and a touch of dark chocolate and black pepper on the palate. A medium bodied Carmenère, with good concentration and a soft finish.
£8.49
AUSTRALIAN Willunga 100 McLaren Vale Grenache 2007
This lively wine displays intense aromatics of cherry, raspberry, spice and hints of dried herbs. The palate demonstrates all the characters expected from a medium bodied Grenache: sandy, gritty tannin structure; lovely dryness on the finish; coupled with balanced sweet plum and strawberry fruit, a fantastic food wine!
£8.99
AUSTRALIAN Willunga 100 McLaren Vale Shiraz Viognier 2007
The 2007 is vibrant, deep ruby in colour with purple tints. On the nose it is lifted and perfumed with a touch of peachiness coming through from the Viognier and plenty of juicy, smoky bramble fruit from the Shiraz. Well structured with smooth, ripe tannins and great depth.
£8.99
Château de Fontenille, Bordeaux Rouge, 2007
Deep cherry red in colour with aromas of black fruits, dark plum,
blackcurrant and black cherry. On the palate it is soft and supple with
vibrant black fruit character, good balance, acidity and length.
£9.49
SPANISH Salbide,Rioja 2009
Salbide has a pure, concentrated, red-fruit perfume which gives way to a cranberry and raspberry character on the palate. The fruit flavours are supported by a gentle spiciness and subtle tannins of barrel ageing, as well as a lively acidity which is characteristic of this part of Rioja.
£52.50
ARGENTINE Finca Los Prados, Cabernet/Malbec 2011
A wine of intense ruby colour. The enticing berry fruit aromatics are followed by a palate that is robust, has good intensity, a velvety structure and a pleasingly complex array of flavours.
£6.59
ARGENTINE ALTOS LAS HORMIGAS, MENDOZA MALBEC 2006
Opaque purple in colour with complex notes of blackberry and wild strawberries. The palate is opulent with good depth of fruit supported by firm, underlying tannins and the finish is long, with lasting berry flavours.
£9.99
Bianchi `Enzo`(Case of 6)
Rich and concentrated on the nose, this tightly-knit blend of Cabernet, Malbec and Petit Verdot has perfumes of black pepper and blackcurrant, plums and ripe black fruit. On the palate it is powerful and chunky, with great structure, dense, ripe fruit characters and a lovely spicy, oaky sheen. Great depth and a long, peppery, spicy finish.
£71.94
PORTUGESE RED WINE. AZULEJO 2008.Really worth trying!!
This is an excellent example of a good quality wine for an excellent price. The aromas are of ripe red fruits with a good balance of oak which is the result of 4 months in oak barrels. It is a very well balanced wine that has a long and pleasant finish.
£6.99
Argentine Bianchi `Famiglia Bianchi` Malbec
The luscious, intense fruit aromas have hints of ripe plums, cherries and blackberries. These aromas continue on the palate with a generous mouthfeel and great weight, while remaining soft and silky.
£59.94
PORTUGESE Colheita Tinto (Award Winner)
A quality wine from an award winning producer high in the hills in the famous Douro region. This wine is the main offering from Quinta do Portal and we are pleased to offer it a great price.This wine is a result of blending 3 Portuguese grapes of great potential and should be enjoyed in the next 2 years to fully appreciate the freshness and potential of this blend.
Gastronomic wine that matches well with meat dishes such as roast pork or chicken and meat based pasta dishes.
£12.99
Sousao 2008 Portuguese
A wine drinkers wine with a big character. It has a very strong ruby colour with a deep smell of spices, red berries, chocolate and slightly smoky. In the mouth it has various sensations and flavours with red fruit being the dominant taste. The well structured tannins and its complexity are a result of careful aging in oak barrels which also assists in its long finish. Previous vintages have won many awards including silver medals at the International Wine Challenge, silver at the Mondial de Bruxelles and silver at the Challenge du Vin.
£12.99
ALTOS LAS HORMIGAS ‘VIÑA HORMIGAS‘ MENDOZA MALBEC RESERVA 2008
Deep colour, with a brilliant purple rim. An intense nose, with a fine, floral perfume alongside the ripe red fruit. There are hints of undergrowth, graphite and smoked walnut too. The palate is rich and mouthfilling, with smooth tannins that support the wine well. On the finish, alongside the floral and fruit flavours, mineral complexity lingers.
£119.94
Argentine Bianchi `Finca Los Primos` Malbec
The classic Malbec aromas of ripe plum and violets are evident on the nose, with hints of vanilla. Combining a rich, weighty mouthfeel with a soft silkiness and a pleasing fruit character, this wine ends with a persistent, aromatic finish.
£7.49
Renacer `Punto Final` Mendoza Malbec Clasico
Dark purple hues lead into spicy perfumes of liquorice and black cherry. These follow through to the palate which adds a touch of vanilla and caramel from the French oak. It is rounded and juicy, with hints of chocolate alongside the rich black fruit.
£53.94
Argentine Renacer `Punto Final` Mendoza Malbec Reserva
Bright purple in colour with ruby tints. On the nose this wine is pronounced, with aromas of blackberry, cassis, liquorice and mocha with a mineral note and a touch of floral perfume. On the palate it is rich, dense and velvety with sweet dark berry fruit character alongside touches of chocolate and vanilla from the new French oak ageing. Silky tannnins and a smooth, long lasting finish.
£89.94
Argentine `Vista Flores` Single Vineyard Malbec
Opaque purple in colour with complex notes of blackberry and wild strawberries. The palate is opulent with good depth of fruit supported by firm, underlying tannins and the finish is long, with lasting berry flavours.
£341.94
PORTUGESE Muros da Vinha
This wine is selected from an award winning vineyard in the Douro Valley in Northern Portugal. Muros de Vinha has a dense dark colour with aromas of cinnamon and jam. It is full bodied with ripe tannins and a long and complex finish, with the fruit and oak in perfect harmony.
Suggestions: Can be enjoyed by itself or with red meats, cheese, mushrooms and meat risottos, game and warm, herby stews.
£8.69
Altos Las Hormigas Valle de Uco Malbec `Terroir`
Opaque black in colour, with flashes of violet and an ethereal, highly complex nose with notes of red and black fruits, spices, smoke, forest groves and sweet, fresh wood. The palate has excellent breadth and depth of juicy fruit. The acidity is fresh and the tannins are firm but fine-textured, supporting the berry flavours well on the long, elegant finish.
£155.88
Cullen `Diana Madeline` Margaret River (Organic, Biodynamic)
Winemakers Comments
Vanya has referred to the 2009 vintage as the Mozart vintage because all of the red and white wines produced in that year are in perfect harmony and balance. The quality, purity and vibrancy of the fruit produced in 2009 is exquisitely expressed in this wine.
Tasting Notes
Deep red with strong purple tinges. Very attractive blend of violet and red current aromas on the nose. Fresh red current flavours with a touch of plum are in perfect balance with the firm but unobtrusive tannins. Great length and persistence. An elegant yet substantial wine.
£359.94
Cullen `Mangan` Margaret River(Organic, Biodynamic)
The grapes for this wine were hand harvested, destemmed and vinified with the emphasis on accentuating the fruit character of the grapes. Only wild yeasts were used. The wine was matured for twelve months in French oak barriques, 8% of which were new. It received no additives except the requisite sulphur, and was not fined.
£131.94
Cullen Margaret River Red(Organic, Biodynamic)
Deep coloured and youthful on the rim, the Margaret River Red is chunky and intense, with scented mulberry fruit and a smoky, blackberry fruit character on the palate. Good length with plummy notes on the finish.
£83.94
Plantagenet Mount Barker Cabernet Sauvignon
A complex, plush yet stately wine, with all the characteristic Cabernet notes of blackberries, currants and a touch of vanilla. A punchy vibrant palate with depth and length, layers of fruit with a core of fine tannins and well judged acidity.
£119.94
Plantagenet Mount Barker Shiraz
Luscious cherry and blackberry aromas greet the nose, wrapped with chocolate and vanilla. Underlying spicy, peppery and tobacco notes abound that distinguish classic cool-climate Shiraz. A sumptuous, textural palate, with layered complexity and long berry flavours coated with lingering spicy cherry flavours.
£155.94
Plantagenet Mount Barker Pinot Noir
Luscious cherry and blackberry aromas greet the nose, wrapped with chocolate and vanilla. A sumptuous, textural palate with not a thing out of place, layered complexity and long berry flavours coated with lingering spicy cherry flavours.
£167.94
Omrah Cabernet/Merlot
Plummy, mulberry, blackberry notes, a pinch of tarragon and thyme, along with a whisker of vanilla derived from its time in oak. The cooler growing conditions enhanced varietal definition. Generously proportioned with smooth, finely polished tannins, balanced acidity and lively flavours that are the hallmark of the variety.
£10.99
Portuguese Falcoaria Red Wine
From Quinta da Casal Branco on the East Bank of the Tagus river this is something of a fruit bomb, with a silky texture providing a fine backbone to its bright berry flavours.
£13.50
Amarone
Deep and intense on the nose with perfumes of dried cherries and blueberries, with notes of spiced autumn fruit compote. On the palate it is powerful but modern, with a lovely balance of ripe tannins and spiced, concentrated savoury cherry fruit character. A touch of woodsmoke completes the long finish.
£23.99
Corvina
Ruby red colour with a youthful rim and perfumes of ripe, fresh cherries and red berries. Nicely balanced and juicy on the palate, with a supple structure and attractive lively finish.
£5.95
UNIQUE-Personalizado, 2008
This is a full bodied wine made 100% with Castelão grapes originally from the Peninsula da Setubal region. It is a firm, elegant, raspberry fruit wine that evolves to a cedary, tobacco and cassis character. With a deep blackberry colour it has plenty of flavours to discover. A unique label design enables you to personalise your bottle and give it to someone special but if you are like me give it to yourself and indulge!
£11.89
Frei João, 2007 (Case of 6)
Earthy, Savoury Reds. A gastronomic wine that accompanies red meat, cheeses, hams and cold meats.
£41.34
Hellfire Bay Shiraz
A savoury dusty aroma of liquorice and cocoa powder with ripe prune/plummy fruit aromas reflecting the very warm vintage. A lush, plump, soft and supple wine that seeps across the palate, with fleshy fruit notes of prunes and stewed cherries, and a dash of spice finishing with structured silky fine tannins and a soft warm finish.
£8.79
`Closerie de Vaudieu` Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Deep ruby red in colour, with a black cherry core. This wine has lively berry fruits on the nose, with a touch of liquorice and a hint of black pepper. The 2009 is full of fruit, juicy and round with ripe tannnins that gently support the cherry, cassis and herb character on the finish.
£19.99
Seghesio `Old Vine` Sonoma County Zinfandel -California wine.
Deeply perfumed aromas of ripe cherries, raspberries and Old Vine Zin`s intrinsic briary spiciness. Boysenberry pie and red plums mingle for juicy mid-palate synthesis. A hint of French oak seasoning adds dimension to this concentrated, opulent and well balanced wine.
£18.99
Masseria Pietrosa Salice Salentino Italian Wine
Dense, dark colour with a black-red core and youthful rim. Intense and concentrated on the nose, with perfumes of ripe, stoned fruit, cinnamon spice and rosemary. The full-bodied palate has a concentrated structure, ripe tannins and a ripe berry character on the finish.
£8.49
Boas Vinhas Tinto Portuguese Red Wine
A smooth, ripe, and supple textured red with hints of wild berries, coffee, spice and herbs. Plenty of elegant character with pleasing refinement.
£9.99
La Villasse Côtes du Rhône Rouge Wine
The 2010 La Villasse is purple/red in colour with fresh aromas of blackberry, blueberry and cherry. The palate is full and smooth, with well integrated tannins and vibrant but balanced acidity. The full, juicy fruit intensity gives depth and length to the fine, pure berry finish.
£6.99
Redfin Cabernet/Merlot Wine
Ruby red in colour with a purple hue. On the nose this wine displays lifted blackberry and blueberry aromas with nuances of mocha chocolate and subtle oak tones. The palate is soft, round and rich with generous blackcurrant, cinnamon and cherry flavours and a lingering finish. A tight tannin structure is complimented by subtle nutty oak.
£6.99
Redfin Shiraz Australian Wine
Deep, bright purple in colour with aromas of concentrated dark berries and a touch of mulberry, vanilla and cinnamon spice from the oak. On the palate this wine is youthful and intense with generous juicy plum and dark berry fruit. The tannins are ripe and fine grained with a balanced and lengthy finish.
£6.95
Punto Alto `El Chaparro` Pinot Noir (Case of 6)
Deep ruby red in colour. On the nose it has intense aromas of forest fruits with savoury notes. The palate is generous and full, with mouth filling mulberry and spice fruit complexity, supported by gentle tannins with classy oak flavours lingering on the finish.
£95.94
Punto Alto Punto Niño Pinot Noir (Case of 6)
Ruby red in colour with violet tints. On the nose this wine displays ripe raspberry character with notes of black cherry and a touch of sweet spice. On the palate it is medium bodied with plenty of juicy red berry fruit and soft, silky tannins. Great freshness, balancing acidity and a good length.
£59.94
Calbuco Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot BEST SELLER IN OUR SHOP
The 2010 is bright purple in colour, with fragrant blackberry and dark plum notes on the nose. The palate is soft and mouthfilling, with juicy cassis, plum and blueberry flavours. It is medium bodied and fresh with supple, ripe tannins and a lasting, fruit driven finish.
£6.99
Chilean Calbuco Merlot ( Case of 12)
Great depth of vibrant purple colour, with exuberant, youthful perfumes of cassis and plum from the Merlot, together with a spicy, white pepper note. On the palate it is rounded and juicy, fresh and plummy with a soft, approachable structure and spiced fruit pie finish.
£83.88
Poggio San Polo Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2004(Case of Six)
Deep coloured and intensely perfumed, the 2004 Riserva has aromas of violets and small red berries, with a hint of spice and coffee. On the palate, it is powerful and restrained, with a tightly-knit structure of mature fruit, supple but evident tannins and good acidity. Long and powerful, with perfumes of spiced berries on the finish.
£347.94
Costanti Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2004(Case of Six)
The 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva reveals impressive richness in its wild cherries, sweet herbs, spices, minerals and tobacco that meld with a high-toned bouquet. This gorgeous, medium to full-bodied Brunello blossoms on the palate as intricate layers of fruit continue to emerge with a wonderful classiness. The long, harmonious finish leaves a lasting impression. This is a terrific effort from Costanti.
£449.94
Brunello di Montalcino `Palazzo Comunale`(Case of Six)
Good depth of purple-ruby colour, with perfumes of prunes and blackberries on the nose. On the palate it is full bodied, with a solid structure, attractive autumnal soft fruit characters and smoky, woodland note on the finish.
£212.94
Heinrich `Gabarinza` Single Vineyard (Case of Six)
Deep ruby red in colour with tints of violet. The nose reveals fine nougat and dark berry fruit underscored by soft spices and subtle hints of oak. The palate is juicy with opulent, ripe berry fruit, a pleasant chocolatey texture, perfectly integrated tannins and touches of dried fruit and bitter chocolate. It has a long, lingering finish.
£269.94
Heinrich `Red` Zweigelt/Blaufränkisch/St. Laurent (Case of Six)
Bright ruby red in colour. On the nose this wine displays bright cherry and red fruit character with touches of spice. On the palate it is fruit-driven, with soft, supple tannins which make it ideal for early drinking.
£125.94
Heinrich Burgenland Blaufränkisch (Case of Six)
This Austrian showcase variety reveals an aroma of fresh blackberries accompanied by a floral scent. The characteristic spiciness is underscored by a liquorice expression. On the palate are vibrant red berry notes and fresh tones of ripe sour cherries. An elegant texture with a subtle but long, mineral finish.
£92.94
Pinot Noir `Le Clos Jordanne Vineyard` Twenty Mile Bench (Case of Six)
Good depth of colour with an intensely perfumed nose, aromas of chocolate and cinnamon-plums blend together with mulberries, red fruit and rose petals. On the palate, it has lovely blackberry and orange zest characters and a hint of cedar and spice. Great depth, ripe, rounded tannins and a solid structure with a lifted acidity on the finish.
£149.94
Le Clos Jordanne Pinot Noir `Le Grand Clos`(Case of Six)
A bouquet of dense but elegant red and black fruit is interspersed with dried flowers, orange zest, game, plums, spice and leather all contribute, but the pure, kirsch-flavoured fruit dominates the nose. Red fruits are layered on the palate with darker berries, together with a chalky minerality, firm acidity, and plenty of finely-tuned tannins. The finish is dark-fruit and focused.
£233.94
Le Clos Jordanne Pinot Noir `Village Reserve`(Case of Six)
Light ruby in colour with brick red undertones. Elegant aromas of red berries, blackcurrant, cherry and mint with a touch of subtle oak. The palate stays focused on the red fruit notes such as cranberries, raspberry and rhubarb with a touch of hazelnut. Smooth in texture with fine-grained tannins and a long, mineral finish.
£131.94
