Red Wine
Sierra Almiron 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Sierra Almiron - named after the hill range that borders the Bujanda's La Mancha estate - is the personal project of a man usually known for his top-flight Rioja. This richly smooth red is made with the kid-glove care and attention to detail you'd expect from a family acclaimed for ''bringing a new benchmark of quality to Rioja'' (The Independent) Since the Bujanda family bought their La Mancha estate ten years ago, many of Rioja's leading producers have been investing in this region. The poor soil and arid conditions make this vine-growing paradise, producing grapes with rich, concentrated flavours. There has never been a better time to discover this rich gem - winemaker Lauren described the 2006 harvest as one of the very best, with ''a perfect balance of colour and flavour''. ''Dark purple with spicy aromas and a sumptuous explosion of smooth plum and blackberry flavours. Deep and beautifully rich, enjoy with roasts or meaty tapas.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Sierra Almiron - named after the hill range that borders the Bujanda's La Mancha estate - is the personal project of a man usually known for his top-flight Rioja. This richly smooth red is made with the kid-glove care and attention to detail you'd expect from a family acclaimed for ''bringing a new benchmark of quality to Rioja'' (The Independent) Since the Bujanda family bought their La Mancha estate ten years ago, many of Rioja's leading producers have been investing in this region. The poor soil and arid conditions make this vine-growing paradise, producing grapes with rich, concentrated flavours. There has never been a better time to discover this rich gem - winemaker Lauren described the 2006 harvest as one of the very best, with ''a perfect balance of colour and flavour''. ''Dark purple with spicy aromas and a sumptuous explosion of smooth plum and blackberry flavours. Deep and beautifully rich, enjoy with roasts or meaty tapas.''
Troubadour - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
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. It was a tip-off that led us to the village cellars of Besse, deep in Provence, and we have delighted in returning there every vintage since. For a taste of rural France, you'd be hard pushed to beat this deep, ruby red. ''Richly layered with herb, blackberry and spiced cherry flavours. This delicious find is terrific with hearty food!''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
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. It was a tip-off that led us to the village cellars of Besse, deep in Provence, and we have delighted in returning there every vintage since. For a taste of rural France, you'd be hard pushed to beat this deep, ruby red. ''Richly layered with herb, blackberry and spiced cherry flavours. This delicious find is terrific with hearty food!''
Vega Oliveras 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Over the last 5 years this soft, rich Tempranillo has become a customer 'must-have' - with the incredible richness of flavour and such outstanding value, it's easy to see why. 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.'' Such deliciously ripe fruit gives the mouthfilling velvety richness that's made this such a favourite.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Over the last 5 years this soft, rich Tempranillo has become a customer 'must-have' - with the incredible richness of flavour and such outstanding value, it's easy to see why. 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.'' Such deliciously ripe fruit gives the mouthfilling velvety richness that's made this such a favourite.
La Croix de Cabaret 2005 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Southern French rarities like this are something of a house speciality. We've been scouring the Languedoc in earnest since the 1970s - long before it became fashionable. The important things to know about this wine are that it comes from the beautiful, rugged vineyards of the Minervois, it's oak-aged and delicious and is made from a very rare grape called Caladoc. Caladoc is a cross between Malbec (or Cot as it's known locally) and Grenache. As it is not an officially recognised variety, it cannot be included in the Minervois AOC wines. Hence La Croix de Cabaret is a vin de pays - and exceptionally good value! The winemakers are Thierry Tesseyre and Jean-Claude Founeau, both of whom have wide winemaking experience abroad. Reflecting the perfect 2005 vintage conditions, La Croix is made in a modern style to accentuate the fruit. Brimming with the scents of dark red berries, fresh pepper and wild herbs. Smooth, succulent and intense.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Southern French rarities like this are something of a house speciality. We've been scouring the Languedoc in earnest since the 1970s - long before it became fashionable. The important things to know about this wine are that it comes from the beautiful, rugged vineyards of the Minervois, it's oak-aged and delicious and is made from a very rare grape called Caladoc. Caladoc is a cross between Malbec (or Cot as it's known locally) and Grenache. As it is not an officially recognised variety, it cannot be included in the Minervois AOC wines. Hence La Croix de Cabaret is a vin de pays - and exceptionally good value! The winemakers are Thierry Tesseyre and Jean-Claude Founeau, both of whom have wide winemaking experience abroad. Reflecting the perfect 2005 vintage conditions, La Croix is made in a modern style to accentuate the fruit. Brimming with the scents of dark red berries, fresh pepper and wild herbs. Smooth, succulent and intense.
Torero Tempranillo 2005 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Tempranillo appears under various pseudonyms throughout Spain. It is not only the country's 'workhorse' grape it also fashions its finest wines from Rioja to Ribero del Durero. In the exciting, go-ahead region of Navarra (much-loved by Hemmingway) you find many cutting-edge estates and an atmosphere of innovation thanks to Spain's most influential wine research centre. Torero sums up all that is so positive about Tempranillo and the Navarra region. It's a regular medal-winner at London's International Wine Challange which just serves to show what a modern, international style of wine this is. Classic damson and raspberry aromas with underlying vanilla oak. Smooth and fruit-driven with a lovely ripe-fruit persistence. Serve as the locals might with rabbit casserole or breast of wood pigeon. Alternatively, its a great partner for spaghetti bolognese, bangers and mash or a shepherds pie.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Tempranillo appears under various pseudonyms throughout Spain. It is not only the country's 'workhorse' grape it also fashions its finest wines from Rioja to Ribero del Durero. In the exciting, go-ahead region of Navarra (much-loved by Hemmingway) you find many cutting-edge estates and an atmosphere of innovation thanks to Spain's most influential wine research centre. Torero sums up all that is so positive about Tempranillo and the Navarra region. It's a regular medal-winner at London's International Wine Challange which just serves to show what a modern, international style of wine this is. Classic damson and raspberry aromas with underlying vanilla oak. Smooth and fruit-driven with a lovely ripe-fruit persistence. Serve as the locals might with rabbit casserole or breast of wood pigeon. Alternatively, its a great partner for spaghetti bolognese, bangers and mash or a shepherds pie.
Les Combes Hautes 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Here's an unmissable offer for fans of the Minervois' flavour-packed reds. Les Combes Hautes is a new, oak-aged treat from winemaking friends in the south. And what a bargain! It comes from a top region - Minervois is a source of top-quality reds, offering ''high quality, good value, fruit driven wines ... out-terroirs (sic) the New World'' (Decanter) - and it's made from premium, hand-picked fruit from ancient, 80-year-old wines ... superb concentration! Ensuring this quality is gifted winemaker Mathieu Carrara, who learned his craft in the hallowed cellars of Burgundy. He oversees the winemaking and treats his wine to 8 months in fine French oak, giving a delicious scent of cloves and vanilla. Deeply coloured, with spicy aromas of forest fruit with hints of wild thyme and rosemary. Bold mouthfuls of hearty blackcurrant with Syrah spice and notes of vanilla. One to buy by the dozen - with confidence!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Here's an unmissable offer for fans of the Minervois' flavour-packed reds. Les Combes Hautes is a new, oak-aged treat from winemaking friends in the south. And what a bargain! It comes from a top region - Minervois is a source of top-quality reds, offering ''high quality, good value, fruit driven wines ... out-terroirs (sic) the New World'' (Decanter) - and it's made from premium, hand-picked fruit from ancient, 80-year-old wines ... superb concentration! Ensuring this quality is gifted winemaker Mathieu Carrara, who learned his craft in the hallowed cellars of Burgundy. He oversees the winemaking and treats his wine to 8 months in fine French oak, giving a delicious scent of cloves and vanilla. Deeply coloured, with spicy aromas of forest fruit with hints of wild thyme and rosemary. Bold mouthfuls of hearty blackcurrant with Syrah spice and notes of vanilla. One to buy by the dozen - with confidence!
The Holdings Bonarda Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Introducing an exciting new red brimming with juicy bramble fruit from the high vineyards of Argentina's picturesque, mountain-ringed Famatina Valley. Blackcurranty Cabernet is added to seductive Bonarda ''Argentina's unacknowledged star ... silky, ripe fruit'' (The Guardian) Italian in origin, as is the quality-obsessed close-knit community of growers here. Vines were brought to the valley last century and the full-flavoured grapes are still handpicked from small, high vineyard plots, where hot days, cool nights and low rainfall enhance the grapes' colour and aroma. Silky plum, raspberry and cherry harmoniously balanced by a hint of oak - a delight on its own or with meaty, cheesy pasta. A lovely wine to share with friends - don't miss it!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Introducing an exciting new red brimming with juicy bramble fruit from the high vineyards of Argentina's picturesque, mountain-ringed Famatina Valley. Blackcurranty Cabernet is added to seductive Bonarda ''Argentina's unacknowledged star ... silky, ripe fruit'' (The Guardian) Italian in origin, as is the quality-obsessed close-knit community of growers here. Vines were brought to the valley last century and the full-flavoured grapes are still handpicked from small, high vineyard plots, where hot days, cool nights and low rainfall enhance the grapes' colour and aroma. Silky plum, raspberry and cherry harmoniously balanced by a hint of oak - a delight on its own or with meaty, cheesy pasta. A lovely wine to share with friends - don't miss it!
Croix de Cabaret 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Southern French rarities like this are something of a house speciality. We've been scouring the Languedoc in earnest since the 1970s - long before it became fashionable. The important things to know about this wine are that it comes from the beautiful, rugged vineyards of the Minervois, it's deliciously oak-aged and is made from a very rare grape called Caladoc. Caladoc is a cross between Malbec (or Cot as it's known locally) and Grenache. As it's not an officially recognised variety, it can't be included in the Minervois AOC wines. Hence La Croix de Cabaret is a Vin de Pays - and exceptionally good value! Made by Thierry Tesseyre and Jean-Claude Founeau, both of whom have wide winemaking experience abroad, this dark, intense red is sure to hit the spot! Reflecting the excellent 2006 vintage conditions, La Croix is made in a modern style to accentuate the ripe fruit flavours. Brimming with the scents of dark red berries, fresh pepper and wild herbs. Smooth, succulent and intense.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Southern French rarities like this are something of a house speciality. We've been scouring the Languedoc in earnest since the 1970s - long before it became fashionable. The important things to know about this wine are that it comes from the beautiful, rugged vineyards of the Minervois, it's deliciously oak-aged and is made from a very rare grape called Caladoc. Caladoc is a cross between Malbec (or Cot as it's known locally) and Grenache. As it's not an officially recognised variety, it can't be included in the Minervois AOC wines. Hence La Croix de Cabaret is a Vin de Pays - and exceptionally good value! Made by Thierry Tesseyre and Jean-Claude Founeau, both of whom have wide winemaking experience abroad, this dark, intense red is sure to hit the spot! Reflecting the excellent 2006 vintage conditions, La Croix is made in a modern style to accentuate the ripe fruit flavours. Brimming with the scents of dark red berries, fresh pepper and wild herbs. Smooth, succulent and intense.
Les Sept Fontaines de Saint Dominique 2004 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This mature, full-bodied red was crafted from the fruit of 25-year-old vines, grown in the vineyard's deep and stony soils. Made from entirely Grenache - the noble grape of Chateauneuf - this sublime red is completely unoaked to let the fruit-driven freshness shine through. Winemaker Michel Archer has been working in the ancient, picturesque village of Besse for decades - and really understands how to produce wines which express the local terroir, combined with intense fruit flavours. Deep red colour with intense, ripe berry fruit aromas. Packed with concentrated ripe fruit flavours, this delightful red would be an excellent partner to roast beef.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This mature, full-bodied red was crafted from the fruit of 25-year-old vines, grown in the vineyard's deep and stony soils. Made from entirely Grenache - the noble grape of Chateauneuf - this sublime red is completely unoaked to let the fruit-driven freshness shine through. Winemaker Michel Archer has been working in the ancient, picturesque village of Besse for decades - and really understands how to produce wines which express the local terroir, combined with intense fruit flavours. Deep red colour with intense, ripe berry fruit aromas. Packed with concentrated ripe fruit flavours, this delightful red would be an excellent partner to roast beef.
El Loro Bonarda 2007 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
El Loro (the parrot) will totally charm you! Chief winemaker Rodolfo Griguol insists that it's one of the juiciest reds he's ever made - and we couldn't agree more. Tipped to be the next top red wine sensation, Bondara is a dark, spicy original from Argentina. In the Andean foothills of the Mendoza region, high altitude and warm, sunny days allow these richly-coloured grapes to ripen fully. Bright ruby in colour with aromas of jammy fruit, cherries and smoky spice. Firmly structured with ripe blackberry fruit flavours with a hint of coffee. Perfect with barbequed steak or tomato and basil pasta.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
El Loro (the parrot) will totally charm you! Chief winemaker Rodolfo Griguol insists that it's one of the juiciest reds he's ever made - and we couldn't agree more. Tipped to be the next top red wine sensation, Bondara is a dark, spicy original from Argentina. In the Andean foothills of the Mendoza region, high altitude and warm, sunny days allow these richly-coloured grapes to ripen fully. Bright ruby in colour with aromas of jammy fruit, cherries and smoky spice. Firmly structured with ripe blackberry fruit flavours with a hint of coffee. Perfect with barbequed steak or tomato and basil pasta.
Les Tours de la Citadelle 2005 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Magnificently herby original from the outskirts of the magnificent medieval walled city of Carcassonne. Made from 100% Grenache, this juicy gem is packed with flavour - thanks to a sun-soaked 2005 vintage. 2005 was a fantastic across France, and red wines in the Languedoc region achieved seriously concentrated, ripe fruit flavours - as this gem will attest to! Deliciously rich, with abundant blackberry, chocolate and red fruit flavours - this voluptuous red is the perfect partner to bangers and mash. Enjoy!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Magnificently herby original from the outskirts of the magnificent medieval walled city of Carcassonne. Made from 100% Grenache, this juicy gem is packed with flavour - thanks to a sun-soaked 2005 vintage. 2005 was a fantastic across France, and red wines in the Languedoc region achieved seriously concentrated, ripe fruit flavours - as this gem will attest to! Deliciously rich, with abundant blackberry, chocolate and red fruit flavours - this voluptuous red is the perfect partner to bangers and mash. Enjoy!
Grand Lescure 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Handcrafted by expert winemaker Jean-Pierre Chanteraud to commemorate the winery's 60th anniversary, this luscious red is a rare gem! It's made from Negrette - an aromatic local variety that's for years been championed by Jean-Pierre for it's spicy, succulent fruit flavour. There's also a splash of Cabernet Franc and juicy Syrah in the blend for extra body and complexity. Deep ruby in colour with abundant black cherry, cranberry and mulberry flavours. Delicious as a glass on its own or with barbequed meats.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Handcrafted by expert winemaker Jean-Pierre Chanteraud to commemorate the winery's 60th anniversary, this luscious red is a rare gem! It's made from Negrette - an aromatic local variety that's for years been championed by Jean-Pierre for it's spicy, succulent fruit flavour. There's also a splash of Cabernet Franc and juicy Syrah in the blend for extra body and complexity. Deep ruby in colour with abundant black cherry, cranberry and mulberry flavours. Delicious as a glass on its own or with barbequed meats.
Posada del Rey - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Posada del Rey is Rioja how the locals like it - fresh, juicy and unoaked. Strict winemaking laws restricting harvest yields in Spain's No.1 red wine region mean any surplus grapes must be 'declassified' and labelled table wine. The good news is that you enjoy Rioja in the bottle - just not on the label ... hence the fabulously low price! ''Vibrant ruby red with deep flavours of juicy redcurrant, plum and black cherry and a silky smooth finish. Superb with lamb and tapas - a delight too on its own.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Posada del Rey is Rioja how the locals like it - fresh, juicy and unoaked. Strict winemaking laws restricting harvest yields in Spain's No.1 red wine region mean any surplus grapes must be 'declassified' and labelled table wine. The good news is that you enjoy Rioja in the bottle - just not on the label ... hence the fabulously low price! ''Vibrant ruby red with deep flavours of juicy redcurrant, plum and black cherry and a silky smooth finish. Superb with lamb and tapas - a delight too on its own.''
Tesco Finest Coonawarra Cab/ Sauvignon 75cl - £36.02
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.00 per bottle. Price on 20-Nov-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Tesco Finest Coonawarra Cab/ Sauvignon 75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.00 per bottle. Price on 20-Nov-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Tesco Finest Coonawarra Cab/ Sauvignon 75cl
Jacobs Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl - £36.42
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.07 per bottle. Price on 20-Nov-08 from Tesco.
An aroma of mint and blackcurrant with a palate rich in berry fruit flavours and well integrated tannins.
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.07 per bottle. Price on 20-Nov-08 from Tesco.
An aroma of mint and blackcurrant with a palate rich in berry fruit flavours and well integrated tannins.
Anta da Serra 2005 - £6.15
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This super-rich red is the latest star from cult producer Redondo, based in Portugal's illustrious Alentejo region. The wines of Alentejo are renowned for their high quality and still offer incredible value for money! Top wineries across the globe are frantically buying property in the area - including Baron Rothschild-Lafite! Winemaker Pedro Hipolitou blended traditional local varieties with just a splash of Cabernet Sauvignon for extra richness. Intense ruby colour with vibrant redcurrant and vanilla aromas. Powerful and concentrated with hints of damson and blackberry with a peppery edge. Great with roasts, game pie or vegetable moussaka.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This super-rich red is the latest star from cult producer Redondo, based in Portugal's illustrious Alentejo region. The wines of Alentejo are renowned for their high quality and still offer incredible value for money! Top wineries across the globe are frantically buying property in the area - including Baron Rothschild-Lafite! Winemaker Pedro Hipolitou blended traditional local varieties with just a splash of Cabernet Sauvignon for extra richness. Intense ruby colour with vibrant redcurrant and vanilla aromas. Powerful and concentrated with hints of damson and blackberry with a peppery edge. Great with roasts, game pie or vegetable moussaka.
Paolo Masi Poggerissi Rosso di Toscana 2005 - £6.15
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The Masi family's Fattoria di Basciano estate is a shining beacon of quality and value in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Established by Paolo Masi's grandfather and name-sake in 1900 to make wine for the family, the estate now has a devoted following. Silky with fresh cherry fruit, this red slips down deliciously easily on its own. Like a good Chianti, it's great too with mid-weight dishes of chicken, herby roasted vegetables or risotto.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The Masi family's Fattoria di Basciano estate is a shining beacon of quality and value in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Established by Paolo Masi's grandfather and name-sake in 1900 to make wine for the family, the estate now has a devoted following. Silky with fresh cherry fruit, this red slips down deliciously easily on its own. Like a good Chianti, it's great too with mid-weight dishes of chicken, herby roasted vegetables or risotto.
Villa Icona Sangiovese 2006 - £6.15
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
From ''an estate every Italian wine lover should discover'' (Decanter) comes the stunning new vintage of this much-loved classic. The good news is that it still costs but a fraction of the price of the top Chianti Riservas it beat a few short years ago at the world's biggest wine competition! Unbeatable value, Villa Icona is made from the same grape as Chianti, but hails from the beautiful eastern coastal region of Le Marche that's starting to garner the rave reviews it deserves. The 2006 shows wonderful complexity of earthy, mineral notes and great vanilla and redcurrant fruit. Very lovely wine to serve with meaty pasta dishes from spaghetti to lasagne.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
From ''an estate every Italian wine lover should discover'' (Decanter) comes the stunning new vintage of this much-loved classic. The good news is that it still costs but a fraction of the price of the top Chianti Riservas it beat a few short years ago at the world's biggest wine competition! Unbeatable value, Villa Icona is made from the same grape as Chianti, but hails from the beautiful eastern coastal region of Le Marche that's starting to garner the rave reviews it deserves. The 2006 shows wonderful complexity of earthy, mineral notes and great vanilla and redcurrant fruit. Very lovely wine to serve with meaty pasta dishes from spaghetti to lasagne.
Loreto di Vestino 2006 - £6.15
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.
Arriero Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 - £6.15
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The Mendoza province is the grape-growing area in Argentina, and Arriero is the area's second largest winery. It has invested heavily to produce good value, high quality New World wines - like this deliciously smooth Shiraz Cabernet. The vineyards are about 60km north of Mendoza itself, which is an area of cold winters and hot summers. Rainfall is low but abundant snowmelt from the mountains allows irrigation when required. At 800 metres above sea level, the variation between day and night temperatures accentuates the aromatic intensity of the grapes. And 2006 was a dry vintage giving wines of impressive concentration. You'll love the spicy, brambly, cassis character of this wine. It's smooth and instantly appealing. Serve with roast lamb or beef casserole.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The Mendoza province is the grape-growing area in Argentina, and Arriero is the area's second largest winery. It has invested heavily to produce good value, high quality New World wines - like this deliciously smooth Shiraz Cabernet. The vineyards are about 60km north of Mendoza itself, which is an area of cold winters and hot summers. Rainfall is low but abundant snowmelt from the mountains allows irrigation when required. At 800 metres above sea level, the variation between day and night temperatures accentuates the aromatic intensity of the grapes. And 2006 was a dry vintage giving wines of impressive concentration. You'll love the spicy, brambly, cassis character of this wine. It's smooth and instantly appealing. Serve with roast lamb or beef casserole.