Wine: Beronia Crianza Variety: 88% Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha, 2% Mazuelo Vintage: 2014 Country: Rioja, Spain ABV: 13.5% Score: 89 Harmonious notes of vanilla, black plum and creamy oak flow from the glass with a base of baking spices, cloves and cinnamon. There’s a sensuous dark fruit that lingers with liquorice …
We all know that some of the best rosé wines in the world come from Provence, France, so much so that the market is saturated with tired names and products that are excellent, but safe. Thanks to smaller newcomers to Provence, like Mirabeau, the rosé scene in the region is …
Unless you’ve been hiding under a very dry rock you know that this season, Rosé is all the rage. Whether it’s in a can, box, bottle, or glass, this sassy and sweet summertime favorite is everywhere. In a worldwide fad that’s showing no signs of stopping, Rosé has since started …
With National Rosé Day marking the unofficial start to summer, wine lovers across the world will be planning seasonal getaways, backyard barbecues, bonfires on the beach and plenty of poolside/patio parties. Whether on the go or at home, Ah-So Rosé makes the perfect pairing. As Spain’s first estate grown, organic …
Wine: Txomin Etxaniz Txakoli Blanco 2016 Variety: Hondarrabi Zuri 85%, Hondarrabi Beltza 15% Vintage: 2016 Country: Spain ABV: 11% Score: 90 As one of Spain’s most eye-catching wines, Txakoli isn’t just vibrant in ambience. The palate showcases an energetically refreshing acidity with fresh juicy green apples, pears and a distinct …
Wine: Tempranillo Elaboración Especial Variety: Tempranillo Vintage: 2015 Country: Spain ABV: 14% Score: 93 A striking example of Rioja and a testament to Tempranillo production by Gonzales Byass. This special production showcases a divine and exuberant nose of black cherries, sweet vanilla cocoa and fresh tobacco alongside a dominant dark plum …
Wine: Finca Constancia Selección Variety: Tempranillo, Petit Verdot, Graciano, Shiraz/Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc Vintage: 2013 Country: Spain ABV: 14% Score: 92 This full bodied, dense berry delight offers a plethora of ripe red berries, black berries and a delicate floral element on the nose. The palate is balanced by …
Do you have that friend who says “I don’t drink rosé?” Well, now you can tell them, “You’re just about the only one who doesn’t!” Rosé has exploded onto the American market over the past couple of years, peaking in the summer months. Tell your unworldly friend rosé is created …
One of South America’s finest wine producing regions has created a Petite Syrah hybrid appropriately titled Techtonia which reflects the ever-adjusting landscape. A vineyard whose name comes from the active volcanos from one of the largest mountain ranges in the world, Bodega Volcanes in Chile uses the highly enriched soil …
Wine: Beronia Rueda Variety: Verdejo Vintage: 2016 Country: Spain Score: 91 A pale golden hue sits in the glass, showcasing notes of ripened pineapple, pear and succulent apples. Floral aromas of blossom and jasmine begin to emerge over time as a slight salinity and minerality take hold. The nose is …
Blanc de Blancs is gracing its way into the Woodchurch collection. A sparkling Brut made with 100% Chardonnay grapes that are hand picked in October, you can taste the summer sunshine that’s absorbed into every sip of crisp Blanc de Blancs. A vineyard that overlooks the English Channel, Woodchurch is …
There is no optimum temperature for imbibing rosé. The South African Good Taste Magazine recommends 8˚C–10˚C, which translates to 46.4˚F–50˚F in rational figures. The British Matthew Clark website, which references Mirabeau en Provence’s Classic Rosé, suggests the same. Both sites are quick to add that this is a matter of …