Domaine Houchart Rose
Aromatic and fresh with brambly notes and a peppery finish, this is a well-structured rosé, well suited for an array of foods. Dry and complex; a dried fruit element gives this rosé something to be desired. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah lend to the medley of berry flavours, colour and layered texture. The Houchart family has resided on their estate in the heart of Provence for over 200 years, it’s no surprise they make excellent Rosé.
Chateau Trinquevedel Tavel Rose 1500ml
OMG it’s like two bottles in one! This powerful rose from the southern Rhone is packed full of ripe red berries and sweet spice, the perfect accompaniment to a day relaxing at the beach or tossing the old pig skin in the park…except times two! This is one of the few rose’s out there that benefits from some time in the bottle, so grab the current vintage while you can to compare and contrast with an incoming fresh vintage.
Am Stein Muschelkal Riesling
Weingut Am Stein directly translates to the ‘Wine on the stone’ and is located on one of the oldest winemaking sites in Germany, the Würzburger Stein, which is covered in rocky limestone. This Riesling is grown organically and bio-dynamically to produce unique, and high quality wines where terroir is able to shine through. This Riesling has an expressive nose of tropical fruit, nectarine and sweet lime. The palate is fresh and vibrant which will surely stand up to those barbecued meats this coming May-long!
Langa PI 31415 White
From one of Catalyud’s oldest family-owned Bodegas comes this organic white Garnacha from 60 year old vines. The wine spends 6 months in new French Oak, with no malolactic fermentation, then another 6 months in bottle before release. Aromas of fresh orchard fruit, honeysuckle, stone fruit, and honey buttered toast lead into in a vibrant palate with great acidity and fat texture. Drink some Pi!
Guy Breton Regnie
Guy Breton is part of the famed Gang of Four, who spearheaded the natural wine movement in Beaujolais. This Cru Beaujolais is a wine that makes you smile. Tart cherries and violets on the nose continue through the palate. My favorite part about this wine is the nervy mouthfeel, the wine dances across my palate- it’s alive and kicking.
Bodegas Vina Elena Familgia Pacheco Organic Red
Zenato Chiaretto Rose
Bardolino is a growing area near northern Italy’s beautiful Lake Garda. The blend contains the classic Valpolicella grapes; 65% Corvina, 25% Rondinella with the addition of Merlot. The intense pink colour is obtained by short skin contact with the juice after the grapes are crushed. I usually drink French rose, but this dry Italian one is impressive; lots of raspberry notes on nose with some grassy freshness and balanced acidity. Perfect to sip on its on, with antipasti or white meats.
Big Spruce Tim's Dirty IPA
Brancaia Tre Rosso Magnum 1500ml
This recognizable Super Tuscan is a blend of: 80% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. This is one of our top selling wines but I admit I hadn’t tasted in a while, so I decided to take it a dinner party. This iconic wine was easy to drink but in no way boring. The wine was lush, round and full of fruit flavours but the finish was balanced and lingering, leaving you wanting another sip. There were enough tannins and texture to stand up to our meal, but it was also very enjoyable without food. This is the perfect wine to share with friends because it comes in a magnum!
Longview Red Bucket Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon
Hailing from the cool climate growing region of Adelaide Hills in South Australia, this shiraz dominant blend is perfect for that BBQ meal you’re having. A powerful blend of berries and spice attack the palate followed by a long rich finish. They’ve crammed a lot of wine into these bottles! Ba-boom.
