Chateau Tour De Luchey Bordeaux 2016 $18.95 I LOVE the soft, vanilla and smoke scent that rises from the first whiff of this magnificent little merlot. Give the glass a good swirl to unleash further forest-floor and dark berry notes on the nose. That first sip will reveal rich, complex spices (think Christmas pudding), charry, … Read More
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Parcelle Merlot 2011
Parcelle Merlot 2011 $25 Between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers lies Bordeaux’s Entre-Deux-Mers region. The ancient Romans began crafting wine there over 2000 years ago – so it’s fair to say there’s much skill and experience at play in this part of the wine world. The vines here are trained low to absorb the heat … Read More
Sign up for this incredible Vintage 2000 Kiwi vs Bordeaux Tasting!
Hosted by Geoff KellyTHE 2000 VINTAGE IN BORDEAUX, HAWKES BAY … AND NEARBY … Date: Friday 15 June, 2018, 6:30pm start Place: Kidnappers Cliffs Room, Te Awa Winery, 2375 State Highway 50 Cost: $85 per person Bookings: www.fawc.co.nz Limit: 19-only places Contact person at Te Awa Winery: Lisa Chambers, mobile 027 910 0019, email: lisac@teawa.com Booking Conditions / Waiting-LIst: There are no refunds … Read More
Paritua 21.12 vertical tasting
PARITUA 21.12 VERTICAL TASTING 24TH FEBRUARY 2015 Back in February I was lucky enough to secure a seat at the very first vertical assessment of Paritua’s flagship red, the 21.12 over its five vintage history. Only 5 versions have been made, because not every year will offer the correct conditions for winemaker Jason Stent and … Read More