Wine from Other Countries
Other Countries includes wines that did not have a country specified when we added them to our database - so may include countries originally listed in the menu.
Pech de Calade Roussanne 2005 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Though much used to add spice and vibrancy to white Chateauneuf, the Roussanne grape seldom has the chance to shine on its own. Now those in the know are discovering just how good it can be! Pech (meaning little hill) de Calade is made from various domaines near Beziers in France's Midi by Australian supremo Richard Osborne. Selecting only the best parcels when they have reached optimum ripeness, he has created a well-balanced, complex style of wine. A wonderfully rounded mouthful of intense mineral and citrus, this is a weighty, lush style that provides a satisfying glass on its own yet has tons of character to partner food. Chill gently and crack open the bottle with sauced white meats, salmon with a lemon sauce, fish pie or a simple risotto. The cellar recommends Cantal cheese and quiche too!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Though much used to add spice and vibrancy to white Chateauneuf, the Roussanne grape seldom has the chance to shine on its own. Now those in the know are discovering just how good it can be! Pech (meaning little hill) de Calade is made from various domaines near Beziers in France's Midi by Australian supremo Richard Osborne. Selecting only the best parcels when they have reached optimum ripeness, he has created a well-balanced, complex style of wine. A wonderfully rounded mouthful of intense mineral and citrus, this is a weighty, lush style that provides a satisfying glass on its own yet has tons of character to partner food. Chill gently and crack open the bottle with sauced white meats, salmon with a lemon sauce, fish pie or a simple risotto. The cellar recommends Cantal cheese and quiche too!
Casa del Rio Verde Sauvignon Blanc 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Zesty, refreshing Chilean Sauvignon - an exclusive find for usa made by supertalented winemaker Adolfo Hurtado at the award-winning Cono Sur winery, known for pushing the boundaries of Chilean winemaking with special projects like this. Young Adolfo has astounded the international wine circuit by scooping more awards than any other winemaker in Chile's history. He identified some special parcels of vineyard in the warm, lush Colchagua valley next to a river called the Rio Verde. The fruit here ripens easily but retains its elegance and balance thanks to the cooling breezes brought by the river. Bright, pale lemon colour. Vibrant aromas of ripe pear and citrus ... following through on the palate with refreshing grapefruit and a delicious crispness. And 2006 is proving a terrific year for aromatic whites of this quality.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Zesty, refreshing Chilean Sauvignon - an exclusive find for usa made by supertalented winemaker Adolfo Hurtado at the award-winning Cono Sur winery, known for pushing the boundaries of Chilean winemaking with special projects like this. Young Adolfo has astounded the international wine circuit by scooping more awards than any other winemaker in Chile's history. He identified some special parcels of vineyard in the warm, lush Colchagua valley next to a river called the Rio Verde. The fruit here ripens easily but retains its elegance and balance thanks to the cooling breezes brought by the river. Bright, pale lemon colour. Vibrant aromas of ripe pear and citrus ... following through on the palate with refreshing grapefruit and a delicious crispness. And 2006 is proving a terrific year for aromatic whites of this quality.
Cantoni Pinot Grigio 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Last vintage winemaker Alessadro Gallici said ''You're the first to arrive - take your pick!'' and the crisp, mouthwatering Pinot Grigio we found meant we made doubly sure we'd arrive first this year! ''There's nothing crisper or fresher than a glass of zesty Pinot Grigio'' (Matthew Jukes, The Daily Mail), and Northern Italy's Fruili Grave vineyards offer some of the most refreshing Pinot Grigio in the world. Tempting melon and honey aromas with a lovely clean, fresh finish. Great on its own or served with swordfish, creamy turkey dishes or pasta with pesto.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Last vintage winemaker Alessadro Gallici said ''You're the first to arrive - take your pick!'' and the crisp, mouthwatering Pinot Grigio we found meant we made doubly sure we'd arrive first this year! ''There's nothing crisper or fresher than a glass of zesty Pinot Grigio'' (Matthew Jukes, The Daily Mail), and Northern Italy's Fruili Grave vineyards offer some of the most refreshing Pinot Grigio in the world. Tempting melon and honey aromas with a lovely clean, fresh finish. Great on its own or served with swordfish, creamy turkey dishes or pasta with pesto.
Domaine Mercadier Chardonnay 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Master winemaker Philippe Mercadier has a display cabinet full of awards, including a Gold medal from London's biggest wine show. His family own several famous chateaux in Bordeaux and also, for many decades now, Domaine Mercadier, in the northern part of the Corbieres region. Philippe's famously luxurious, buttery Chardonnay puts many #10+ Burgundies in the shade. He's obsessive about quality and this special wine shows what magnificent results he can achieve. Grapes are picked in the cool of the night to retain all the crisp, fresh aromas. Refreshing and full-flavoured with whistle-clean citrus and green apple flavours. Lively and fresh on the finish. Delicious with rich, creamy chicken dishes.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Master winemaker Philippe Mercadier has a display cabinet full of awards, including a Gold medal from London's biggest wine show. His family own several famous chateaux in Bordeaux and also, for many decades now, Domaine Mercadier, in the northern part of the Corbieres region. Philippe's famously luxurious, buttery Chardonnay puts many #10+ Burgundies in the shade. He's obsessive about quality and this special wine shows what magnificent results he can achieve. Grapes are picked in the cool of the night to retain all the crisp, fresh aromas. Refreshing and full-flavoured with whistle-clean citrus and green apple flavours. Lively and fresh on the finish. Delicious with rich, creamy chicken dishes.
Arriero Torrontes 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Elegant, spicy, a star grape in South America ... Torrontes has started to gain a dedicated following amongst many wine lovers. This mouthwatering treat is made at a family-run winery in Mendoza - Argentina's premium wine growing region - in a vintage where ''intensity of fruit was even greater than normal'' (Peter Greet, our head buyer). And thanks to demand from customers, you were given the pick of the finest fruit, ensuring this brand new discovery is the highest quality possible. Bursting with citrus, apple and melon flavours with a hint of spice. Dry and crips, it's wonderful served slightly chilled with salads, fish and poultry. Fill your glass and taste the freshness!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Elegant, spicy, a star grape in South America ... Torrontes has started to gain a dedicated following amongst many wine lovers. This mouthwatering treat is made at a family-run winery in Mendoza - Argentina's premium wine growing region - in a vintage where ''intensity of fruit was even greater than normal'' (Peter Greet, our head buyer). And thanks to demand from customers, you were given the pick of the finest fruit, ensuring this brand new discovery is the highest quality possible. Bursting with citrus, apple and melon flavours with a hint of spice. Dry and crips, it's wonderful served slightly chilled with salads, fish and poultry. Fill your glass and taste the freshness!
Arriero Chenin Blanc 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Delicious, fresh clean fruit - as The Times notes ''you get more flavour and finesse for your money'' in Argentina. And the Arriero winery has invested heavily to produce good value, high quality examples - like this crisply refreshing Chenin Blanc. The vineyards are about 60km north of Mendoza, the country's premium wine growing area. Here cold winters and hot summers allow Chenin to ripen properly. Rainfall is low but there is abundant snowmelt from the mountains. Excellent intensity, with fruity lemon and grapefruit aromas. Crisp and delicate, with a fresh, zippy finish. A wonderful aperitif.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Delicious, fresh clean fruit - as The Times notes ''you get more flavour and finesse for your money'' in Argentina. And the Arriero winery has invested heavily to produce good value, high quality examples - like this crisply refreshing Chenin Blanc. The vineyards are about 60km north of Mendoza, the country's premium wine growing area. Here cold winters and hot summers allow Chenin to ripen properly. Rainfall is low but there is abundant snowmelt from the mountains. Excellent intensity, with fruity lemon and grapefruit aromas. Crisp and delicate, with a fresh, zippy finish. A wonderful aperitif.
Colombella Pinot Grigio 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Crisp, flavour-packed Pinot Grigio is still your No.1 white for sheer mouthwatering enjoyment - apparently nothing else is as excitingly fresh ... and you won't find fresher than the 2006 of Colombella (Italian for 'dove'). Made by expert white-winemaker Alessandro Gallici, from grapes grown in the premium Friuli Grave vineyards north of Venice ... a vine-growing paradise ringed by protective mountains where the air is as pure as the deliciouis fruit flavours. ''Delightful aromas of orange blossom, classic tongue-tingling citrus and apple flavours, and remarkable purity.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Crisp, flavour-packed Pinot Grigio is still your No.1 white for sheer mouthwatering enjoyment - apparently nothing else is as excitingly fresh ... and you won't find fresher than the 2006 of Colombella (Italian for 'dove'). Made by expert white-winemaker Alessandro Gallici, from grapes grown in the premium Friuli Grave vineyards north of Venice ... a vine-growing paradise ringed by protective mountains where the air is as pure as the deliciouis fruit flavours. ''Delightful aromas of orange blossom, classic tongue-tingling citrus and apple flavours, and remarkable purity.''
Loreto di Vestino 2004 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Loreto di Vestino is a gorgeously authentic Italian red made by the great Ettore Galasso. His quality wines have delighted fans for years and you may recall how cock-a-hoop he was after the stunning 2004 Gold medal win in Tuscany. The black cherry Montepulciano grape is Ettore's speciality, a rich, warming grape of pure, lip-smacking drinkability. Which is why Signor Galasso and family enjoy a glass or two of 'Loreto' alongside their weekday meals. Unlike their flagship, barrel-aged 'Torre Galasso', Loreto di Vestina has not seen a splinter of oak. The grapes do however come from the same quality vineyards on the slopes around Vestina. This lighter some might say more traditional style of Montepuliciano, is all juicy, soft red fruit, with aromas of violets and liquorice - and loaded with black cherries and forest berries.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Loreto di Vestino is a gorgeously authentic Italian red made by the great Ettore Galasso. His quality wines have delighted fans for years and you may recall how cock-a-hoop he was after the stunning 2004 Gold medal win in Tuscany. The black cherry Montepulciano grape is Ettore's speciality, a rich, warming grape of pure, lip-smacking drinkability. Which is why Signor Galasso and family enjoy a glass or two of 'Loreto' alongside their weekday meals. Unlike their flagship, barrel-aged 'Torre Galasso', Loreto di Vestina has not seen a splinter of oak. The grapes do however come from the same quality vineyards on the slopes around Vestina. This lighter some might say more traditional style of Montepuliciano, is all juicy, soft red fruit, with aromas of violets and liquorice - and loaded with black cherries and forest berries.
Grande Estude Grenache Merlot 2004 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Satin-smooth, with Gold-medal heritage this is a delicious soft Merlot and spicy Grenache blend made from old-vine fruit in the south of France. Thanks to the more relaxed rules of Vins de Pays status, dynamic winemakers are making an impressive range from fresher, fruitier and more 'new world' in style to classic taste of terroir local wines ... like this juicy gem from the Oc VdP (one of France's most innovative regions). Packed with bags of rich plum, damson, ripe berry fruit and spice. Excellent with your favourite roast or rich game dishes.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Satin-smooth, with Gold-medal heritage this is a delicious soft Merlot and spicy Grenache blend made from old-vine fruit in the south of France. Thanks to the more relaxed rules of Vins de Pays status, dynamic winemakers are making an impressive range from fresher, fruitier and more 'new world' in style to classic taste of terroir local wines ... like this juicy gem from the Oc VdP (one of France's most innovative regions). Packed with bags of rich plum, damson, ripe berry fruit and spice. Excellent with your favourite roast or rich game dishes.
Casa Del Rio Verde Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This succulent gem comes from one of the finest cellars in the country, situated in one of Chile's top wine-growing areas. It was created in 1993, and has won many awards in its short life, including six gold medals at the Challenge International du Vin at Blaye-Bourg and four trophies at the Citadelles du Vin in Bordeaux. Adolfo Hurtado is chief winemaker; he joined the company when he was 26 and has twice been awarded 'Winemaker of the Year' by the Chilean Food and Wine writers association. At 32 he was the youngest ever to be honoured! Aldolfo believes passionately in environmentally friendly methods in the vineyard, and much of the winery's vines are certified organic. Any live pests that do appear are removed courtesy of the cellar's flock of geese! Deep, dark and overflowing with rich cassis flavours, the sumptuous red is certainly one to savour.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This succulent gem comes from one of the finest cellars in the country, situated in one of Chile's top wine-growing areas. It was created in 1993, and has won many awards in its short life, including six gold medals at the Challenge International du Vin at Blaye-Bourg and four trophies at the Citadelles du Vin in Bordeaux. Adolfo Hurtado is chief winemaker; he joined the company when he was 26 and has twice been awarded 'Winemaker of the Year' by the Chilean Food and Wine writers association. At 32 he was the youngest ever to be honoured! Aldolfo believes passionately in environmentally friendly methods in the vineyard, and much of the winery's vines are certified organic. Any live pests that do appear are removed courtesy of the cellar's flock of geese! Deep, dark and overflowing with rich cassis flavours, the sumptuous red is certainly one to savour.
Feudo Di Maria Syrah Nero d'Avola 2005 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Nero d'Avola is a native of Sicily and when blended with Syrah it makes an especially exciting red wine with rich fruit, spice and round tannins. The Di Marias have a long history of winemaking but are definitely not bound by tradition! Since 2000 they have teamed up with fellow local experts the Biscardo family in order to produce very high quality Sicilian wines - experimenting on young vineyards, from bud to harvest to bottle. 2005 was a top vintage in Sicily and escaped the rain that hindered the harvest in many areas on the mainland. Conditions were warm but there was no excessive heat so grapes could ripen gradually.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Nero d'Avola is a native of Sicily and when blended with Syrah it makes an especially exciting red wine with rich fruit, spice and round tannins. The Di Marias have a long history of winemaking but are definitely not bound by tradition! Since 2000 they have teamed up with fellow local experts the Biscardo family in order to produce very high quality Sicilian wines - experimenting on young vineyards, from bud to harvest to bottle. 2005 was a top vintage in Sicily and escaped the rain that hindered the harvest in many areas on the mainland. Conditions were warm but there was no excessive heat so grapes could ripen gradually.
Posada del Rey - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Posada del Rey is one of our greatest recent scoops - and it's all thanks to our excellent network of contacts in Rioja, a good 2005 vintage and ancient local regulations. Each year, estates can legally only release a set quantity of wine with 'Rioja' on the label. The surplus wine, although of an equally high quality, is sometimes bottled unoaked, without the regional name, and sold only to local restaurants ... and now us. This is Rioja 2005 in the bottle, just not on the label (hence the bargain price). It's made from Tempranillo by Riojan maestro Daniel Frias, a standard-bearer for the patient traditions of Rioja. The vines are near the village of Labastida, in Rioja Alavesa - the region's highest quality vineyard area. Deep ruby-purple colour with fruity aromas of redcurrant, plum and rich black cherry. Round and elegant with a silky smooth finish.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Posada del Rey is one of our greatest recent scoops - and it's all thanks to our excellent network of contacts in Rioja, a good 2005 vintage and ancient local regulations. Each year, estates can legally only release a set quantity of wine with 'Rioja' on the label. The surplus wine, although of an equally high quality, is sometimes bottled unoaked, without the regional name, and sold only to local restaurants ... and now us. This is Rioja 2005 in the bottle, just not on the label (hence the bargain price). It's made from Tempranillo by Riojan maestro Daniel Frias, a standard-bearer for the patient traditions of Rioja. The vines are near the village of Labastida, in Rioja Alavesa - the region's highest quality vineyard area. Deep ruby-purple colour with fruity aromas of redcurrant, plum and rich black cherry. Round and elegant with a silky smooth finish.
Maison Legrand Malbec 2005 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Dark, dense, juicy, but beautifully smooth red, made in homage to the famous 'black wines' of Cahors (top releases fetch #15-#100!). This, from Cahors local Jean-Luc Bernard and Bordeaux-trained winemaker Didier Grandeau, is remarkable value!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Dark, dense, juicy, but beautifully smooth red, made in homage to the famous 'black wines' of Cahors (top releases fetch #15-#100!). This, from Cahors local Jean-Luc Bernard and Bordeaux-trained winemaker Didier Grandeau, is remarkable value!
La Boqueria de Barcelona Tempranillo 2005 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Rioja fans will adore this gorgeous, red berry Tempranillo from one of the oldest bodegas in Spain ... and one of the best vintages in Spain for years. Officially rated ''excellent'' in Rioja, 2005 was a particularly good year for grape varieties that traditionally make it into Rioja, like Tempranillo. Full of soft strawberry and raspberry fruit flavours with warming layers of vanilla oak, this Tempranillo is especially delicious when partnered with roast lamb.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Rioja fans will adore this gorgeous, red berry Tempranillo from one of the oldest bodegas in Spain ... and one of the best vintages in Spain for years. Officially rated ''excellent'' in Rioja, 2005 was a particularly good year for grape varieties that traditionally make it into Rioja, like Tempranillo. Full of soft strawberry and raspberry fruit flavours with warming layers of vanilla oak, this Tempranillo is especially delicious when partnered with roast lamb.
Vega Oliveras 2005 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Luxuriously smooth, oak-aged Tempranillo that in three short years has become a customer 'must-have' ... and clearly, it's the incredible richness of flavour and outstanding value that have you coming back for more. Our old friend, award-winning Ramon Roqueta oversaw every detail of this wine, using modern techniques (at an historic 800-year-old winery) to get 100% of those classic, sun-ripened flavours. As he explains: ''When I went to look at the vines in the midday heat, I found fruit so black and heavy ... ready to fall off the vine ... when we picked, the fruit was warm to the touch.'' And deliciously ripe fruit means mouthfilling velvety richness.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Luxuriously smooth, oak-aged Tempranillo that in three short years has become a customer 'must-have' ... and clearly, it's the incredible richness of flavour and outstanding value that have you coming back for more. Our old friend, award-winning Ramon Roqueta oversaw every detail of this wine, using modern techniques (at an historic 800-year-old winery) to get 100% of those classic, sun-ripened flavours. As he explains: ''When I went to look at the vines in the midday heat, I found fruit so black and heavy ... ready to fall off the vine ... when we picked, the fruit was warm to the touch.'' And deliciously ripe fruit means mouthfilling velvety richness.
Serrasane 2005 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The search for great value reds took the buying team to the tiny southern French hilltop village of Argelliers, home to juicy, moreish Serrasane. This is the kind of wine that has earned the Languedoc its reputation as 'one of the undiscovered bastions of delicious, value-packed wines'(Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate). Made by Michel Maury, renowned for reds of great depth and character, this has a lovely purple colour, aromas of cherries and raspberries and - like the best wines in neighbouring Minervois - supple tannins and peppery black fruit flavours.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The search for great value reds took the buying team to the tiny southern French hilltop village of Argelliers, home to juicy, moreish Serrasane. This is the kind of wine that has earned the Languedoc its reputation as 'one of the undiscovered bastions of delicious, value-packed wines'(Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate). Made by Michel Maury, renowned for reds of great depth and character, this has a lovely purple colour, aromas of cherries and raspberries and - like the best wines in neighbouring Minervois - supple tannins and peppery black fruit flavours.
Troubadour - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
For a taste of rural France at its traditional, lip-smacking best, you'd be hard pushed to do beat this deep, ruby red. It comes from the village cellars of Besse, deep in Provence, courtesy of a tip-off that lives up to its label ... Troubador is named in tribute to the wandering minstrels and poets Besse was famed for - and we found it through a trail that led from hallowed Chateau Haut-Brion to the Cape and finally deep into Provence! Crafted from traditional southern French grape varieties, planted long before French wine laws determined what could come from where, Troubador is a fine country red, brimming with dark fruit. Spiced cherries, blackcurrants - a delicious find, with good structure ... so terrific with hearty food!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
For a taste of rural France at its traditional, lip-smacking best, you'd be hard pushed to do beat this deep, ruby red. It comes from the village cellars of Besse, deep in Provence, courtesy of a tip-off that lives up to its label ... Troubador is named in tribute to the wandering minstrels and poets Besse was famed for - and we found it through a trail that led from hallowed Chateau Haut-Brion to the Cape and finally deep into Provence! Crafted from traditional southern French grape varieties, planted long before French wine laws determined what could come from where, Troubador is a fine country red, brimming with dark fruit. Spiced cherries, blackcurrants - a delicious find, with good structure ... so terrific with hearty food!
Don Cayetano Carmenere 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Brought to Chile in the 19th century, Carmenere was mistaken for Merlot until the 1990's due to its rarity. Nearly extinct is its native Bordeaux, it narrowly avoided being lost forever. Fortunately the abundance of sunshine in Colchagua brings out the best in this soft, dark grape, especially in these expert hands. Renowned for its quality, Luis Felipe Edwards' estate is set in a small valley in Colchagua. Abudent sunshine tempered by cool, refreshing nights make the climate here perfect for their old vines. The cooler, longer 2006 growing season - due to the influence of La Ni?a, the counteract to El Ni?o - has given us wines of great aromatic intensity and richness. Seasoned with Petit Verdot, another Bordeaux native, giving a dose of spice and tannin, this wine has deep ruby colour. Velvety, full of ripe red berry fruits creamy toffee notes with a hint of spice. Enjoy with garlic-roasted lamb, spicy empanadas (a Chilean version of pasties!) or simply it on its own!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Brought to Chile in the 19th century, Carmenere was mistaken for Merlot until the 1990's due to its rarity. Nearly extinct is its native Bordeaux, it narrowly avoided being lost forever. Fortunately the abundance of sunshine in Colchagua brings out the best in this soft, dark grape, especially in these expert hands. Renowned for its quality, Luis Felipe Edwards' estate is set in a small valley in Colchagua. Abudent sunshine tempered by cool, refreshing nights make the climate here perfect for their old vines. The cooler, longer 2006 growing season - due to the influence of La Ni?a, the counteract to El Ni?o - has given us wines of great aromatic intensity and richness. Seasoned with Petit Verdot, another Bordeaux native, giving a dose of spice and tannin, this wine has deep ruby colour. Velvety, full of ripe red berry fruits creamy toffee notes with a hint of spice. Enjoy with garlic-roasted lamb, spicy empanadas (a Chilean version of pasties!) or simply it on its own!
Vi?a Tarapaca Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Vi?a Tarapaca is a beacon of quality, offering a constantly reliable source of premium wines. This cassis and bramble fruited Cabernet from the fantastic 2006 vintage offers great value for money. A firm favourite each year, this vintage it's more concentrated then ever. Intense plum and black cherry aromas and silky layers of classic, chocolate-edged blackcurrant.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Vi?a Tarapaca is a beacon of quality, offering a constantly reliable source of premium wines. This cassis and bramble fruited Cabernet from the fantastic 2006 vintage offers great value for money. A firm favourite each year, this vintage it's more concentrated then ever. Intense plum and black cherry aromas and silky layers of classic, chocolate-edged blackcurrant.
Vi?a Tarapaca Merlot 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Located in the Maipo valley, Vi?a Tarapaca is undoubtedly one of the most stunning and exciting wineries in Chile. The magnificent estate is blessed with a beautiful old colonial house nestled in the middle of a horseshoe-shaped vineyard. Highly experienced, Bordeaux-trained winemaker Sergio Correas has earned a reputation for excellence - crafting elegant, smooth wines from Merlot that demonstrate the heights which Chilean wines can reach. Deeply coloured with ripe blackberry and spice aromas and a hint of black pepper. The rich fruit flavours and soft, round tannins make for an easy-drinking wine great on its own, or with pasta and superb company.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Located in the Maipo valley, Vi?a Tarapaca is undoubtedly one of the most stunning and exciting wineries in Chile. The magnificent estate is blessed with a beautiful old colonial house nestled in the middle of a horseshoe-shaped vineyard. Highly experienced, Bordeaux-trained winemaker Sergio Correas has earned a reputation for excellence - crafting elegant, smooth wines from Merlot that demonstrate the heights which Chilean wines can reach. Deeply coloured with ripe blackberry and spice aromas and a hint of black pepper. The rich fruit flavours and soft, round tannins make for an easy-drinking wine great on its own, or with pasta and superb company.