New York Times critic praises English wine
Influential US wine critic Eric Asimov has predicted a bright future for English sparkling wines in America, even though virtually none are sold there at the moment. The New York … Continue reading
Tuscan wine producer launches Italian blend
Tuscan wine producer Piccini has launched a new wine blended from grapes grown across Italy. The family-owned producer has taken advantage of the new Vino d’Italia classification to launch Memoro, … Continue reading
Robert Parker and Jancis Robinson head line up for Wine Future 2011 in Hong Kong
Robert Parker and Jancis Robinson MW are two of a stellar line up of wine personalities from around the world for WineFuture 2011 which is being held in Hong Kong … Continue reading
English wine producers search for signs of royal favour
At least two English wine producers are on tenterhooks as they wait to see if their wine will be served at the Royal Wedding on Friday. Camel Valley: ‘mysterious order’ … Continue reading
EFB confirms Oddbins store package
European Food Brokers has confirmed the acquisition of 37 Oddbins stores from administrator Deloitte. The acquisition has been made through the Whittalls Wine Merchants subsidiary of EFB’s retail division and … Continue reading
Wine Society admits cork is better than screwcap for Prosecco
The Wine Society is abandoning screwcap closures for a popular sparkling wine in its range following negative comments from members. Prosecco DOC Treviso Frizzante is being reduced from £8.95 a … Continue reading
William Robertson Chenin Blanc 2010
William Robertson Chenin Blanc 2010 Robertson-South Africa Grape Variety-Chenin Blanc 13% ABV Pale, light green in colour. Clean, fresh, tropical fruit and light banana aromas. Soft and easy on the … Continue reading
Gavi di Gavi San Silvestro.
Gavi di Gavi San Silvestro 2010. Gavi, Piemonte-Italy. Grape Variety-Cortese. 12.5% ABV. Clear and pale. Very distinctive nose of apples, pears and elderflower. On the palate, light and fresh. Some … Continue reading
Chateau La Claymore. Saint Emilion.
Chateau La Claymore Lussac Saint Emilion 2007. Bordeaux-France. Grape Variety-Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon. 13% ABV. Clear, deep purple colour. Soft, subtle red fruit aromas with a touch of tobacco. Very easy on … Continue reading
The Wolf Trap White 2010.
The Wolf Trap White 2010. Cape of Good Hope-South Africa. Grape Variety-Viognier 67% Chenin Blanc 19% Grenache Blanc 14%. 14.5% ABV. Clear, pale straw colour. Dominant oak aromas with some … Continue reading
Isabel Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.
Isabel Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Marlborough-New Zealand. Grape Variety-Sauvignon Blanc. 13.5% ABV. Clear pale green colour. Very nice pear notes on the nose backed up with some traditional, earthier herbaceous aromas. On the … Continue reading
Trade events for May 2011.
UNLESS STATED, THESE ARE ALL TRADE EVENTS FOR 2011. May 4th. Bibendum Bordeaux Tasting 2011. Starts 3pm. Lords Cricket Ground, London, NW8 8QZ. (sales@bibendum-wine.co.uk) Bordeaux Grands Crus Classes. 10am-4pm. The … Continue reading
Ca’ Morlin Rosato Spumante Frizzante.
Ca’ Morlin Rosato Spumante Frizzante. Veneto-Italy. Grape Variety-Raboso. 11% ABV. Good, small sized bubbles that float straight and true to the surface. Lovely, dark salmon pink colour with stewed fruit … Continue reading
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