Arrives December 2020 - Ready in 6-8 Weeks (February 2021)
Body - Full
Alcohol - 13%
Sweetness- Dry
Oak - Yes
THE WINE
A classic pairing of varietal reds from the southern vineyards of Languedoc France. This blend of Grenache and Mourvèdre shows ripe notes of strawberry and blackberry. The palate is vibrant, with soft tannins and a rich mouthfeel. Dark berry fruits are layered with hints of pepper and baking spice. A balanced wine with lots of intrigue.
THE FOOD
- Duck breast and white bean cassoulet
- Roasted vegetable lasagna
- Piave cheese
Languedoc France
The Languedoc is one of the largest wine regions in the world. It is in the sunny South of France situated along the French Mediterranean coast. The vineyards benefit from the Mediterranean climate with several hours of warm sunshine and cool nights from the sea breezes. They are known for their plentiful land with soil ranging from rocky sand to thick clay making it an ideal place to grow grapes.
Arrives January 2020 - Ready in 6-8 Weeks (March 2021)
Body - Medium
Alcohol - 12.5%
Sweetness- Dry
Oak - None
THE WINE
A post gives support for the vine to grow and anchors the vineyard to a specific place. 3 Post White is a blend of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Riesling from three distinct vineyards, spanning from the lush hills of Rawsonville South Africa to the sun kissed valleys of Clare Valley Australia. Together they show aromas of green apple, pear and tropical fruit with undertones of citrus and stone fruits. The palate shows balance and freshness with flavours of tangerine, guava and wildflower honey. Lively acidity and a juicy core make this wine come alive.
THE FOOD
- Grilled halibut with lemon basil vinaigrette
- Potato pizza with caramelized onions and rosemary
- Triple crème brie
Rawsonville South Africa,
Clare Valley Australia
Rawsonville is a small wine growing and farming community in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. The Mediterranean climate brings cool rainy winters and warm dry summers creating excellent fruit driven wines. The Clare Valley in Australia lies in the mid north of South Australia just north of Adelaide. The climate is continental with cool to cold nights and warm to hot summer days. The higher altitude of the region ensures the nights are still cool even during the hottest summer months allowing the fruit to ripen slowly and evenly. Each region imparts unique varietal characters that complement each other seamlessly.
Arrives February 2020 - Ready in 6-8 Weeks (April 2021)
Body - Medium
Alcohol - 13%
Sweetness- Dry
Oak - Yes
THE WINE
This Merlot is sourced from the renowned Hawkes Bay winegrowing region of New Zealand. Bright aromas of blueberry and baking spice are followed by notes of plum, fig and tobacco. A soft mouthfeel leads to well textured tannins. This wine combines the elements of aroma, flavour and balance that Merlot is known for.
THE FOOD
- Pork tenderloin with a blueberry reduction over Moroccan couscous
- Roasted root vegetables & braised greens
- Goat brie
Hawkes Bay New Zealand
The oldest and second largest wine region in New Zealand is Hawkes Bay which is located on the east coast of the North Island. The region is blessed with a kaleidoscope of fertile soils ranging from gravel to sandy loam. The region is sunny with a warm temperate climate that offers a long growing season which promotes matures tannins and ripe fruit flavours.
Arrives March 2020 - Ready in 6-8 Weeks (May 2021)
Body - Full
Alcohol - 14%
Sweetness- Dry
Oak - None
THE WINE
This 100% Barbera shows classic regional character. Aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry and strawberry are followed by hints of pepper and savoury spice. Flavours of blackberry and sour cherry lead to subtle notes of almond and caramel. A juicy mouthfeel is complimented by soft rich tannins, giving this wine balance and poise.
THE FOOD
- Braised lamb ragu over creamy Parmesan polenta
- Wild mushroom and truffle agnolotti
- Grana Padano or Parmesan Reggiano
Piedmont Italy
Piedmont is in North Western Italy at the foothills of the Alps sharing borders with France and Switzerland. There are two key factors that impact the climate in Piedmont, the cool Alps and the balmy Mediterranean. These two factors create extreme day and night temperature differences known as diurnal range. Cold nights, foggy mornings and sun kissed days make for excellent grape growing conditions. The Barbera vines are often planted on the warmer south facing slopes to help ensure optimal ripeness.