Red Wine
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 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Tesco Finest Coonawarra Cab/ Sauvignon 75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.00 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Tesco Finest Coonawarra Cab/ Sauvignon 75cl
Louis Jadot Beaujolais Villages 75cl - £36.25
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.04 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
A classic fruity Gamay with real depth enhanced by the granite soil. Succulent fruit and soft tannins have created by the traditional fermentation methods.
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.04 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
A classic fruity Gamay with real depth enhanced by the granite soil. Succulent fruit and soft tannins have created by the traditional fermentation methods.
Jacobs Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl - £36.59
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.10 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
A medium bodied wine with mint and cassis aromas, rich berry fruit flavours, vanillin oak complexity and a soft tannin finish.
The lush canopy development provided a degree of protection from the hot, dry Summer temperatures and ensured that fresh fruit flavours were retained. Full ripeness was readily achieved in Cabernet Sauvignon, producing wines with rich berry flavours and f
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.10 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
A medium bodied wine with mint and cassis aromas, rich berry fruit flavours, vanillin oak complexity and a soft tannin finish.
The lush canopy development provided a degree of protection from the hot, dry Summer temperatures and ensured that fresh fruit flavours were retained. Full ripeness was readily achieved in Cabernet Sauvignon, producing wines with rich berry flavours and f
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.
Rosemount Estate Grenache Shiraz 75cl - £36.94
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.16 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Rosemount Estate Grenache Shiraz 75cl
Grenache is one of wine's longest serving grape varieties, with plantings dating back into pre-history evidenced by its wide distribution today throughout the South of France and Northern Spain. In Australia, the variety was amongst the first to be plant
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.16 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Rosemount Estate Grenache Shiraz 75cl
Grenache is one of wine's longest serving grape varieties, with plantings dating back into pre-history evidenced by its wide distribution today throughout the South of France and Northern Spain. In Australia, the variety was amongst the first to be plant
Nottage Hill Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 75cl - £36.99
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.17 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
This full bodied dry red wine shows rich cassis and spicy plum flavours with the complexity of soft vanillan oak characters.
Nottage Hill was named in honour of Thomas Nottage who managed Hardys' vineyards and cellars at McLaren Vale in South Australia for over 60 years. Today, Nottage Hill is one of Australia's leading brands, with a reputation built over many years for consis
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.17 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
This full bodied dry red wine shows rich cassis and spicy plum flavours with the complexity of soft vanillan oak characters.
Nottage Hill was named in honour of Thomas Nottage who managed Hardys' vineyards and cellars at McLaren Vale in South Australia for over 60 years. Today, Nottage Hill is one of Australia's leading brands, with a reputation built over many years for consis
T Finest Crozes Hermitage 75 Cl - £36.99
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.17 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
Style: A full-bodied Rhône red with sweet, spicy, baked forest fruit flavours and a rich, smooth aftertaste.
Tain-l'Hermitage is at the heart of the fine wine producing region between Lyon and Valence. On the left bank of the Rhône valley, the famous Hermitage hillside towers above the Crozes-Hermitage vineyards. The '' terroir '', mainly granite and alluvial depo
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.17 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
Style: A full-bodied Rhône red with sweet, spicy, baked forest fruit flavours and a rich, smooth aftertaste.
Tain-l'Hermitage is at the heart of the fine wine producing region between Lyon and Valence. On the left bank of the Rhône valley, the famous Hermitage hillside towers above the Crozes-Hermitage vineyards. The '' terroir '', mainly granite and alluvial depo
Saint Joseph 75cl - £36.99
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.17 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
This wine is well-balanced with red fruit aromas, rich in flavour, with smooth tannins and a long finish. It is perfect with game, grilled poultry dishes and mature cheeses.
Caves Saint Pierre were established in the 50s, Over time, Caves Saint-Pierre broadened its knowledge of the surroundings vineyards. Solid partnerships were established with local winegrowers and Caves Saint-Pierre became deeply involved in every aspect o
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.17 per bottle. Price on 28-Aug-08 from Tesco.
This wine is well-balanced with red fruit aromas, rich in flavour, with smooth tannins and a long finish. It is perfect with game, grilled poultry dishes and mature cheeses.
Caves Saint Pierre were established in the 50s, Over time, Caves Saint-Pierre broadened its knowledge of the surroundings vineyards. Solid partnerships were established with local winegrowers and Caves Saint-Pierre became deeply involved in every aspect o
Ramon Roqueta Tempranillo 2005 - £6.19
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Winemakers in the mountains of Pla de Bages since 1199, the Roqueta family are blessed with incredibly healthy, high-altitude fruit. You'll note straight away the vibrant colour of this silkily smooth, oak-aged Tempranillo. Today the 12th century property is renowned in northern Spain for the quality of its wines. Indeed the Roqueta name features on the star-studded list of Spain's El Bulli - widely held to be one of the world's finest restaurant. Rich aromas and flavours of redcurrant and bramble. Mouthfilling texture and great concentration. Look too for notes of vanilla pods, spicy cloves and supple tannins. Perfect for meaty tapas dishes, mature cheeses and charcuterie.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Winemakers in the mountains of Pla de Bages since 1199, the Roqueta family are blessed with incredibly healthy, high-altitude fruit. You'll note straight away the vibrant colour of this silkily smooth, oak-aged Tempranillo. Today the 12th century property is renowned in northern Spain for the quality of its wines. Indeed the Roqueta name features on the star-studded list of Spain's El Bulli - widely held to be one of the world's finest restaurant. Rich aromas and flavours of redcurrant and bramble. Mouthfilling texture and great concentration. Look too for notes of vanilla pods, spicy cloves and supple tannins. Perfect for meaty tapas dishes, mature cheeses and charcuterie.