Red 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.
Domaine la Cigaliere 2004 - £5.69
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Situated in the Haut-Minervois in the foothills of the Pyrenees, Domaine de la Cigaliere is an extensive estate with a glorious position. Pine forests and the herbal garrigue surround the vines and lend the grapes a wild thyme and rosemary edge. Made from the local grape varieties, Syrah, Grenache and Carignan, 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). Ruby red with spicy, ripe blackberry aromas. Rich, velvety mouthful of fleshy black fruits with a twist of spice and herbs. Superb with ratatouille or cassoulet.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Situated in the Haut-Minervois in the foothills of the Pyrenees, Domaine de la Cigaliere is an extensive estate with a glorious position. Pine forests and the herbal garrigue surround the vines and lend the grapes a wild thyme and rosemary edge. Made from the local grape varieties, Syrah, Grenache and Carignan, 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). Ruby red with spicy, ripe blackberry aromas. Rich, velvety mouthful of fleshy black fruits with a twist of spice and herbs. Superb with ratatouille or cassoulet.
Domaine La Commanderie 2004 - £5.69
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Richly concentrated thanks to miserly yields from gnarled 75-year-old vines - this mouthfilling red is laden with juicy blackberry and mulberry flavours. It's from a highly rated Baylion-Gorand family estate, located near Perpignan, deep in France's sunny south. Made from the local grape varieties, Syrah, Grenache and Carignan, 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). ''Deep ruby colour. Attractive nose of blackberry and currant fruit with spicy undertones. The palate is well structured with silky tannins and excellent concentration of ripe berry fruit. The finish is long and fruity.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Richly concentrated thanks to miserly yields from gnarled 75-year-old vines - this mouthfilling red is laden with juicy blackberry and mulberry flavours. It's from a highly rated Baylion-Gorand family estate, located near Perpignan, deep in France's sunny south. Made from the local grape varieties, Syrah, Grenache and Carignan, 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). ''Deep ruby colour. Attractive nose of blackberry and currant fruit with spicy undertones. The palate is well structured with silky tannins and excellent concentration of ripe berry fruit. The finish is long and fruity.''
San Cristobal - £5.69
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Strict rules govern yields in Spain's most famous wine region, and in bountiful vintages it's traditional to label a portion of the delicious result simply as Vino de Mesa. Hence the low price of this silky red from Rioja's top quality enclave of Alavesa. Deliciously soft and juicy in style, brimming with vibrant, ripe redcurrant and forest fruit flavours. (San Cristobal is five-star vintage Rioja in the bottle, just not on the label ... a genuine bargain!)
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Strict rules govern yields in Spain's most famous wine region, and in bountiful vintages it's traditional to label a portion of the delicious result simply as Vino de Mesa. Hence the low price of this silky red from Rioja's top quality enclave of Alavesa. Deliciously soft and juicy in style, brimming with vibrant, ripe redcurrant and forest fruit flavours. (San Cristobal is five-star vintage Rioja in the bottle, just not on the label ... a genuine bargain!)
Poggio di Ettore - £5.69
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Here's a savvy tip for fans of smooth, soft reds. It's a cherry-scented Italian charmer from Gold medal-winning winemaker (and old friend) Ettore Galasso. Ettore only makes this during bumper harvests when strict laws limit the production of his flagship Gold-medal Montepulciano. In the past, he used to keep aside a few bottles for his personal consumption selling the rest for blending, but thanks to his close working relationship with our senior buyer Thomas Woolrych, he now reserves the lot for us! This lusciously smooth, ripe Montepulciano was bottled without oak ageing so all of the fleshy, cherry fruit flavours shine through. It's smooth enough to enjoy on its own, or with a variety of simple pasta dishes.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Here's a savvy tip for fans of smooth, soft reds. It's a cherry-scented Italian charmer from Gold medal-winning winemaker (and old friend) Ettore Galasso. Ettore only makes this during bumper harvests when strict laws limit the production of his flagship Gold-medal Montepulciano. In the past, he used to keep aside a few bottles for his personal consumption selling the rest for blending, but thanks to his close working relationship with our senior buyer Thomas Woolrych, he now reserves the lot for us! This lusciously smooth, ripe Montepulciano was bottled without oak ageing so all of the fleshy, cherry fruit flavours shine through. It's smooth enough to enjoy on its own, or with a variety of simple pasta dishes.
Argento Malbec 75cl - £34.14
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.69 per bottle. Price on 05-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Argento Malbec 75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.69 per bottle. Price on 05-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Argento Malbec 75cl
Marques De Arienzos Rioja Reserva 75cl - £34.20
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.70 per bottle. Price on 05-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Marques De Arienzos Rioja Reserva 75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.70 per bottle. Price on 05-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Marques De Arienzos Rioja Reserva 75cl
Imperio Oak-Aged Tempranillo 2004 - £5.79
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Deliciously soft,indulgent red from the noble grape of Rioja, oak-aged for extra richness and intensity of flavour - all from the award-winning Bodegas Navarro-Lopez in ancient Castile. The grapes - 100% Tempranillo - are hand-picked from vines lying just outside the up-and-coming DO of Valdepe?as - described by The Independent as ''outstanding reds - serious bargains''. Cherry red, with spiced raspberry aromas, Imperio is soft, ripe, and very moreish, packed with succulent berry-fruit, and well-balanced oak. It's delicious with casseroles and rich, spicy dishes.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Deliciously soft,indulgent red from the noble grape of Rioja, oak-aged for extra richness and intensity of flavour - all from the award-winning Bodegas Navarro-Lopez in ancient Castile. The grapes - 100% Tempranillo - are hand-picked from vines lying just outside the up-and-coming DO of Valdepe?as - described by The Independent as ''outstanding reds - serious bargains''. Cherry red, with spiced raspberry aromas, Imperio is soft, ripe, and very moreish, packed with succulent berry-fruit, and well-balanced oak. It's delicious with casseroles and rich, spicy dishes.
Domaine des Garrigues 2005 - £5.79
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
We've been bringing you outstanding finds from this exciting wine region for decades. Domaine des Garrigues is a classic that combines old vine richness, glory vintage ripeness ... and unbeatable value. A perfect harvest yielded tiny amounts of concentrated fruit from ancient vines in the Pyrenean foothills. Winemaker Herve Sabardeil's local expertise is crucial - he knows the best sites and picks only the best Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah and Carignan, all in the cool of the night. Garrigues refers to the wild thyme, rosemary and lavender found all over this region and reflected in the wine's herbal edge. Deep garnet red with seductive aromas of forest fruits. Rich and brambly with gentle oak and hints of spice. Deliciously versatile - enjoy with ratatouille, hearty stews or simply on its own.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
We've been bringing you outstanding finds from this exciting wine region for decades. Domaine des Garrigues is a classic that combines old vine richness, glory vintage ripeness ... and unbeatable value. A perfect harvest yielded tiny amounts of concentrated fruit from ancient vines in the Pyrenean foothills. Winemaker Herve Sabardeil's local expertise is crucial - he knows the best sites and picks only the best Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah and Carignan, all in the cool of the night. Garrigues refers to the wild thyme, rosemary and lavender found all over this region and reflected in the wine's herbal edge. Deep garnet red with seductive aromas of forest fruits. Rich and brambly with gentle oak and hints of spice. Deliciously versatile - enjoy with ratatouille, hearty stews or simply on its own.
Gaspard de Besse Merlot 2005 - £5.79
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Mid-way on the road from Aix-en-Provence to Nice lies the little village of Flassans, he perfect place to stop for a spot of luch - freshly baked baguette, local cheeses ... and ,of course, a glass of juicy, berry flavoured red to wash it all down with! But Gaspard de Besse Merlot isn't just any old red, it's made using the highlest quality Merlot grapes, by a fantastic little estate that specialises in producing the premium wines that are helping this corner of Provence - better-known for its rose wines - to develop a real reputation for reds. Showing just why 'the South of France is the most exciting wine region in Europe at the moment' (Richard Neill), this wonderful wine is packed with ripe damson and plum flavours, with a powerful, peppery nose. Rich and warming on the finish, it's ideal with the strong cheeses of the region.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Mid-way on the road from Aix-en-Provence to Nice lies the little village of Flassans, he perfect place to stop for a spot of luch - freshly baked baguette, local cheeses ... and ,of course, a glass of juicy, berry flavoured red to wash it all down with! But Gaspard de Besse Merlot isn't just any old red, it's made using the highlest quality Merlot grapes, by a fantastic little estate that specialises in producing the premium wines that are helping this corner of Provence - better-known for its rose wines - to develop a real reputation for reds. Showing just why 'the South of France is the most exciting wine region in Europe at the moment' (Richard Neill), this wonderful wine is packed with ripe damson and plum flavours, with a powerful, peppery nose. Rich and warming on the finish, it's ideal with the strong cheeses of the region.
Domaine Serjacq 2005 - £5.79
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This gloriously spicy southern French red comes from the Langudoc's the Chefdebien family, owners of Domaine Serjacq since 1880. Their prized 40-year-old vines in the Herault Valley give meagre yields of Syrah, Carignan and Grenache packed with rich, concentrated flavours.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This gloriously spicy southern French red comes from the Langudoc's the Chefdebien family, owners of Domaine Serjacq since 1880. Their prized 40-year-old vines in the Herault Valley give meagre yields of Syrah, Carignan and Grenache packed with rich, concentrated flavours.
Il Papavero - £5.79
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This fabulous wine, loved by all, is made from the juiciest red grapes cherry-picked in the 'heel' of Italy. Show judges and writers are all smitten and just can't get enough of it! Papavero's remarkable popularity is down to two simple things: hugely seductive, soft black-cherry flavours and fantastic value for money. As one wine writer famously stated ''if all table wine were this good, no-one would ever leave the table!'' Smooth, velvety black fruit flavours, with an enticing hint of spice from the dash of Sicily's Nero d'Avola grape. Delightful with pasta and cheeses ... or simply enjoyed on its own!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This fabulous wine, loved by all, is made from the juiciest red grapes cherry-picked in the 'heel' of Italy. Show judges and writers are all smitten and just can't get enough of it! Papavero's remarkable popularity is down to two simple things: hugely seductive, soft black-cherry flavours and fantastic value for money. As one wine writer famously stated ''if all table wine were this good, no-one would ever leave the table!'' Smooth, velvety black fruit flavours, with an enticing hint of spice from the dash of Sicily's Nero d'Avola grape. Delightful with pasta and cheeses ... or simply enjoyed on its own!
Reserve de la Traverse 2006 - £5.79
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Chief winemaker behind this gem is Michel Marty, who was recently named 'Best Winemaker in the World' - and has also won a coveted Coup de Coeur in the Guide Hachette. And the accolades don't stop there! Reserve de la Traverse was recently given the thumbs up by London's prestigious International Wine Challenge - quite the achievement when you consider the fierce competition it faced. Reserve de la Traverse is named after the ancient trade route which carves its way through the vineyard's Carignan and Grenache vines. During the Middle Ages, it became a key passageway extending trade routes and war paths across the border of France and Spain. Entirely hand-harvested to ensure that only the ripest grapes are chosen for the wine - this inky smooth red has bags of personality! Brimming with intense brambly and blueberry flavours - this is the perfect red to accompany barbequed meats.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Chief winemaker behind this gem is Michel Marty, who was recently named 'Best Winemaker in the World' - and has also won a coveted Coup de Coeur in the Guide Hachette. And the accolades don't stop there! Reserve de la Traverse was recently given the thumbs up by London's prestigious International Wine Challenge - quite the achievement when you consider the fierce competition it faced. Reserve de la Traverse is named after the ancient trade route which carves its way through the vineyard's Carignan and Grenache vines. During the Middle Ages, it became a key passageway extending trade routes and war paths across the border of France and Spain. Entirely hand-harvested to ensure that only the ripest grapes are chosen for the wine - this inky smooth red has bags of personality! Brimming with intense brambly and blueberry flavours - this is the perfect red to accompany barbequed meats.
Ladera de la Vega Garnacha 2005 - £5.79
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
In recent years La Mancha has attracted top wineries from Rioja and beyond, all anxious to get their hands on the region's precious Garnacha vines. Luckily our unique friendship with the Mu?oz family, who've made wine here since 1940, assures access to some of the very oldest and best-sited vineyards. Ladera de la Vega has the depth of colour and flavour you only get from seriously old vines ... timeworn, gnarled and tree-trunk thick - each one yielding up precious drops of lip-stainingly dark liquid. No oak required, you've just the smooth power of sun-drenched, old-vine fruit - juicy, succulent and very velvety ... an absolute pleasure from first sip to last. Until recently, it has been mellowing peacefully in bottle in the family's cellars, deep beneath the scorched earth of Spain's hottest region. The depth of sweet, juicy raspberry, tobacco-edged fruit is sure to delight - but you'll have to be quick to secure your share!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
In recent years La Mancha has attracted top wineries from Rioja and beyond, all anxious to get their hands on the region's precious Garnacha vines. Luckily our unique friendship with the Mu?oz family, who've made wine here since 1940, assures access to some of the very oldest and best-sited vineyards. Ladera de la Vega has the depth of colour and flavour you only get from seriously old vines ... timeworn, gnarled and tree-trunk thick - each one yielding up precious drops of lip-stainingly dark liquid. No oak required, you've just the smooth power of sun-drenched, old-vine fruit - juicy, succulent and very velvety ... an absolute pleasure from first sip to last. Until recently, it has been mellowing peacefully in bottle in the family's cellars, deep beneath the scorched earth of Spain's hottest region. The depth of sweet, juicy raspberry, tobacco-edged fruit is sure to delight - but you'll have to be quick to secure your share!
Tesco Finest Valpolicella Ripasso 75cl - £34.88
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.81 per bottle. Price on 05-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Tesco Finest Valpolicella Ripasso 75cl
The origin of the wine is the Valpolicella area, south-west part of the Veneto region, near Lake Garda - northern Italy. The vines are trained with ''pergola Veronese'' (trellised) traditional method. Density is of ca 2800-3000 vines/ha.
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.81 per bottle. Price on 05-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Tesco Finest Valpolicella Ripasso 75cl
The origin of the wine is the Valpolicella area, south-west part of the Veneto region, near Lake Garda - northern Italy. The vines are trained with ''pergola Veronese'' (trellised) traditional method. Density is of ca 2800-3000 vines/ha.
Tesco Finest Beyers Truter Pinotage 75cl - £35.28
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.88 per bottle. Price on 05-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Tesco Finest Beyers Truter Pinotage 75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.88 per bottle. Price on 05-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Tesco Finest Beyers Truter Pinotage 75cl
T Finest Farquharson Shiraz 75cl - £35.28
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.88 per bottle. Price on 05-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 T Finest Farquharson Shiraz 75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.88 per bottle. Price on 05-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 T Finest Farquharson Shiraz 75cl
Seleccion de Plata Oak Aged 2003 - £5.89
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Pure oak-aged Tempranillo crafted by the Castilla branch of Rioja's ''outstanding'' (The Observer) Bujanda family. Remember, these are the people credited with bringing ''a new benchmark of quality'' (The Independent) to Spain's most famous wine region. Deep in colour, intense fruity and spicy aromas with hints of toasty oak. Soft and round on the palate, with supple, food-friendly tannins.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Pure oak-aged Tempranillo crafted by the Castilla branch of Rioja's ''outstanding'' (The Observer) Bujanda family. Remember, these are the people credited with bringing ''a new benchmark of quality'' (The Independent) to Spain's most famous wine region. Deep in colour, intense fruity and spicy aromas with hints of toasty oak. Soft and round on the palate, with supple, food-friendly tannins.
Domaine Liboreau Reserve Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 - £5.89
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''The 2005 vintage will go down in the history books as a classic for Bordeaux'' (Wine Spectator). What you might not know is that Bordeaux's neighbours also enjoyed a spectacular year - and it's here that the greatest value can be found. Domaine Liboreau, in the picturesque Charentais regon, has long been sought out by claret-loving Members. This is their best release yet - a satin-smooth combination of plummy Merlot and regal Cabernet that benefits from an extra-ripe, dream harvest. Dark garnet colour, vivid cherry and chocolate aromas, and concentrated berry flavours that are only possible in truly great years. Soft, supple tannins - what a choice for the Sunday table.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''The 2005 vintage will go down in the history books as a classic for Bordeaux'' (Wine Spectator). What you might not know is that Bordeaux's neighbours also enjoyed a spectacular year - and it's here that the greatest value can be found. Domaine Liboreau, in the picturesque Charentais regon, has long been sought out by claret-loving Members. This is their best release yet - a satin-smooth combination of plummy Merlot and regal Cabernet that benefits from an extra-ripe, dream harvest. Dark garnet colour, vivid cherry and chocolate aromas, and concentrated berry flavours that are only possible in truly great years. Soft, supple tannins - what a choice for the Sunday table.
Palacio del Conde Gran Reserva 2000 - £5.89
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Carpeted in vines and thriving orange trees, this part of Spain is like heaven on earth. The Palacio Conde cellar has been established 90 years and the grape vines that made this wine are half a century old. This combination of mature vines and great winemaking traditions have helped produce a really majestic Gran Reserva. But there's one other important element ... Multi-medal wining winemaker, Jesus Garcia Alvarez is still only in his mid thirties yet has worked with such esteemed estates as Baron Phillippe Rothschild in Chile and at several others in top Spanish regions like Ribera del Duero. His expertise brings a modern touch to this otherwise deeply traditional region. To attain its Gran Reserva status, Palacio del Conde was aged 18 months in American oak barrels - a process that has added great complexity and maturity to the taste. Mellow raspberry and blackberry fruit with fine vanilla-spice notes. Decant and serve with roast lamb, beef or flame-grilled fillet steak.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Carpeted in vines and thriving orange trees, this part of Spain is like heaven on earth. The Palacio Conde cellar has been established 90 years and the grape vines that made this wine are half a century old. This combination of mature vines and great winemaking traditions have helped produce a really majestic Gran Reserva. But there's one other important element ... Multi-medal wining winemaker, Jesus Garcia Alvarez is still only in his mid thirties yet has worked with such esteemed estates as Baron Phillippe Rothschild in Chile and at several others in top Spanish regions like Ribera del Duero. His expertise brings a modern touch to this otherwise deeply traditional region. To attain its Gran Reserva status, Palacio del Conde was aged 18 months in American oak barrels - a process that has added great complexity and maturity to the taste. Mellow raspberry and blackberry fruit with fine vanilla-spice notes. Decant and serve with roast lamb, beef or flame-grilled fillet steak.
Seleccion de Plata Oak Aged 2004 - £5.89
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Seleccion de Plata is sourced from the Vino de la Tierra de Castilla region just south of Madrid. Made with 100% Tempranillo grapes, the wine has been aged in American oak for 12 months then matured for a further six at Martinez Bujanda cellars in Oyon. The Bujanda family bought Finca Antigua in 1998 just as the true potential of the La Mancha region was starting to shine through. The family's vineyards are in the higher parts of la mancha at 2400 feet above sea level. The variation between day and night temperature can be as much as 21 degrees which promotes more pronounced aromatics in the grapes. The wine has a mid ruby-garnet colour with a ripe fruits and soft oak on the nose. Full flavoured with balanced fruit and oak leading to a rich finish with good length and a touch of spice.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Seleccion de Plata is sourced from the Vino de la Tierra de Castilla region just south of Madrid. Made with 100% Tempranillo grapes, the wine has been aged in American oak for 12 months then matured for a further six at Martinez Bujanda cellars in Oyon. The Bujanda family bought Finca Antigua in 1998 just as the true potential of the La Mancha region was starting to shine through. The family's vineyards are in the higher parts of la mancha at 2400 feet above sea level. The variation between day and night temperature can be as much as 21 degrees which promotes more pronounced aromatics in the grapes. The wine has a mid ruby-garnet colour with a ripe fruits and soft oak on the nose. Full flavoured with balanced fruit and oak leading to a rich finish with good length and a touch of spice.