A dark ruby red color with bluish glints. The bouquet is very intense, complex, full and fine. The flavour is fruity, flowery and spicy (ripe red fruits of the forest, blackberries, peonies, eucalyptus, old rose, vanilla, cocoa, leather, humus)
Best served at a temperature of 16-18 C with marinated pork, roast lamb or red meat in general, particularly game - strong cheeses and dark chocolate.
SKU + 588590
Type: Red Supplier: Azienda Agricola Masciarelli Region: Abruzzo Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Terre Valpolicella D.O.C. is made from Corvina Veonese, Rondinella, Molinara and Negrara grapes from the Verona province of Veneto in Italy.
It is a dry red wine with a delicate bouquet. Nice berry fruit with herbs on the nose. The palate shows a good concentration of rich, sweet, spicy fruit with some herby notes and good acidity. A full, well balanced wine, with a subtle flavour and a bitter note.
Serve at room temperature with red meats, strong cheeses and rich pasta dishes.
SKU + 455287
Type: Red Supplier: Terre S.R.L. Region: Veneto Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
This Sangiovese "in purezza" (pure) Genius Loci is produced with selected grapes grown on a single vineyard belonging to the Burchino Estate, called Le Corti. Le Corti Cru is characterized by its particular exposition and the rich soil. The vines are cultivated with the cordon spur training system in order to obtain from 1 to 2 kg of grapes per vine.
The grapes are selected and harvested by hand. After the primary fermentation in stainless steel the malolactic fermentation takes place in French oak barriques where later on the wine is refined for a minimum period of 12 months
"This bright ruby red wine has an elegant impact on the nose with hints of lemon on a raspberry background. Warm and passionate with slight tannins this product lingers on the palate and is ready to drink now but will age well on its graceful balance." by Cippi Pitschen
CULINARY SUGGESTIONS by Chiara Sajiz
Chops, rack of lamb, pork steaks, chicken, pasta al pesto.
SKU + 649657
Type: Red Supplier: Castellani Region: Toscana Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
The heart of the Chianti region, green rolling hills, seemingly endless spreading of vineyards and olive groves, of oak and holm-oak woods, ancient villages where the history of centuries has given strength to the finest traditions: from this sanctuary of harmony and peace we are glad to introduce you the most precious fruit of our toil: the red wines of Campomaggio.
This wine comes from a selection of the best sangiovese vines blended with a small portion of cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah from the campomaggio vineyard. After fermentation the wine is aged for 12 months in barrique, and in bottles for a further 6 months. The campomaggio red has a lively ruby red color with light garnet hues, elegant, a full bouquet with a pleasant hickory scent. The taste is dry, full-bodied with a slight initial tannin flavor which develops into a spicy taste. It is an ideal wine to accompany grilled meats, games and cheeses.
"This elegant, full-bodied blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Shiraz offers sweet notes of strawberry and berry fruit, with flavors of leather, spice and vanilla. Supple texture and admirable finish. A great "Supertuscan." Cippi Pitschen
Ideal with roast, game and spice types of cheese.
SKU + 376046
Type: Red Supplier: Castellani Region: Toscana Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Serafino Sorrento McLaren Vale Grenache has a distinctive bouquet of loganberry, toffee apple, and boiled confectionary. This is followed by an amazingly rich palate of raspberry puree and sweet pomegranate, with a subtle hint of savoury spice.
This is a succulent Grenache, with a ripe, almost jammy, silky texture, for lush drinking. A wine to enjoy in its vibrant youth, while the intense fruit flavours are at their peak, this delicious wine will complement any rich, spicy entrees or meats.
SKU + 239806
Type: Red Supplier: Serafino Wines Region: McLaren Vale Country: Australia
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
A delightful wine with an aroma of ripe blackberry, mint and violets, complemented by subtle cedar-like oak notes. The palate exhibits intense cassis and dark cherry flavours with hints of herbaceous/briary fruit, all enhanced by firm tannins and perfectly integrated French and American oak maturation.
Enjoy with venison, veal, lamb or yearling beef.
SKU + 236927
Type: Red Supplier: Serafino Wines Region: McLaren Vale Country: Australia
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Featured in Kenji Hodgson and James Nevison Had A Glass Top 100 Wines for 2010 Wine Guide
Serafino Shiraz is black-purple in colour, carefully prepared from Shiraz grapes grown in Serafino's Sharktooth and Malpas vineyards in the McLaren Vale.
This powerful Shiraz shows distinctive regional characters of dark chocolate, black prunes, pepper, liquorice and spicy cedary oak on the palate, with ripe loganberry fruit and oak integrated perfectly. The nose displays subtle vanilla/cedar oak, mulberry, chocolate, spice and Satsuma Plum.
This well structured wine is approachable now, however has the power and concentration to guarantee longer term cellaring up to 10 years under the right conditions.
Enjoy the experience with steak or any barbequed meats.
Wine Show Awards:
2007: Gold Medal - New Zealand International Wine Show 2008, 91/100 - 2008 The Advertiser Top 100
SKU + 93260
Type: Red Supplier: Serafino Wines Region: McLaren Vale Country: Australia
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
Displaying an aroma of ripe blackberry, mint and violets, Serafino Cabernet Sauvignon is complemented by subtle cedary oak notes. The palate exhibits intense cassis and dark cherry flavours with hints of herbaceous/briary fruit, all enhanced by firm tannins and perfectly integrated French and American oak maturation.
Enjoy with venison, veal, lamb or yearling beef.
An elegant beautifully balance wine, with a long lingering finish. Approachable now or cellar for up to 10 years under the right conditions.
Wine Show Awards:
2007: 96/100 Best Cabernet - 2008 The Advertiser Top 100
SKU + 93575
Type: Red Supplier: Serafino Wines Region: McLaren Vale Country: Australia
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Colutta Gianpaolo Schioppettino D.O.C. is a dry wine known for its wonderful strong, fruity, woody bouquet. This wine is best when served at room temperature with white meat and game poultry.
SKU + 407817
Type: Red Supplier: Colutta Gianpaolo Region: Collio Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Sgubin Schioppettino I.G.T. is produced in Dolengna del Collio, in the D.O.C. area of the province of Gorizia in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region.
It has a ruby red to purple colour, with a distinctive wild berry, raspberry and blueberry aroma, and an intense, crisp flavour. Best served at room temperature with deli meats, roasted poultry, veal, or hard cheeses.
Santa Amelia Merlot is a bold, forward red with good acidity and balance. The Merlot is a dark red coloured wine, dry to the palate, smooth, fruity, full-bodied and well balanced.
Best served at room temperature with red meat, pasta and seasoned foods.
SKU + 566992
Type: Red Supplier: Vitivinicola Cremaschi Barriga Region: Maule Valley Country: Chile
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Santa Amelia Carmenere is a deep ruby red color with intense aroma of black fruits, spices and fume character. In the mouth this wine presents a rich complexity, harmony, softness in tannin, fruity bouquet, good structure and length.
Try with roast meats, pasta with pesto, mushrooms, swordfish or Gruyere and Cheddar cheeses.
Served best at room temperature.
SKU + 809608
Type: Red Supplier: Vitivinicola Cremaschi Barriga Region: Maule Valley Country: Chile
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Santa Amelia Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot is a masterfully composed blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. The Cabernet supplies fruit flavours of black cherries, cassis, and berries. The Merlot brings fine plum flavours. This is a bold, forward red with good acidity and balance.
SKU + 61986
Type: Red Supplier: Vitivinicola Cremaschi Barriga Region: Maule Valley Country: Chile
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Santa Amelia Cabernet Sauvignon is a fresh, vivacious Cabernet Sauvignon grown in the Maule Valley in Chile.
It has aromas of cherry and cinnamon, leading into a mouthful of plum and black pepper, surrounded by delicate herb nuances. This wine is the perfect companion for red meat and full-flavoured poultry dishes.
SKU + 566984
Type: Red Supplier: Vitivinicola Cremaschi Barriga Region: Maule Valley Country: Chile
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Colluta Gianpaolo Rossier Reserve D.O.C. is derived from a selection of Refosco, Peduncolo and Pinot Nero grapes. It is considered a noble red wine, and is matured in barrique barrels of Allier oak. This is an ethereal wine, velvety and warm on the palate, with an inkling of spices.
SKU + 626085
Type: Red Supplier: Colutta Gianpaolo Region: Collio Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Colutta Gianpaolo Refosco D.O.C. originates in the eastern hills of Friuli.
The wine is a ruby-red colour tending towards purple, with a bouquet of wild raspberry and woody fruits. The flavour is dry, slightly tannic, and full bodied with a notable after taste. It is particularly suitable with rich meats, stews, roasts and wild game.
SKU + 75887
Type: Red Supplier: Colutta Gianpaolo Region: Collio Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
VINEYARD: A vine variety of French origin. It is one of the most prized and most difficult red grape vine species in the world, yet it found ideal growing conditions in the northern region of Italy. The wines produced in this area are the fruit of a terroir that is a combination of particularly favourable calcareous soil, climate and varieties of vine.
VINIFICATION (WINE-MAKING)
Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel with temperature control and maceration on the skins for 10 days.
COLOUR: Intense ruby color, garnet if aged.
BOUQUET: Delicate with fruity aromas and a layer of complexity given by the prolonged skin maceration.
TASTE: A wine with Excellent structure, with a velvety, round, slightly
bitter but never aggressive palate.
FOOD MATCHES: It pairs beautifully with both white and red meats, roasts and fresh
cheeses.
Serve at 18-20 C.
SKU + 561951
Type: Red Supplier: Castellani Region: Veneto Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Colutta Gianpaolo Pinot Nero Reserve D.O.C. is an elegant wine, stored in small French oak barrels before bottling. It has a ruby-red colour, and is characterized by a delicate bouquet recalling blackberries and raspberries, with a subtle hint of oak.
It is excellent with roasted red meats, or light meats and saucy dishes.
SKU + 626093
Type: Red Supplier: Colutta Gianpaolo Region: Collio Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Grapes: a blend of 77% Merlot and 23% Syrah from Lou Tallerico's vineyard near China Camp in California's central valley. Harvested on September 17, the grapes were delivered to the Napa Valley wine Company for processing by Nova wines.
Winemaking: Destemmed but not crushed the grapes were cool fermented to capture the fresh fruit aromas and flavours typical of 'Nouveau' wines. The grapes were pressed before drying to further enhance the softness desired for immediate enjoyment.
Acid: .52
Ph: 3.77
RS .27
Bottled: November 3, 2009
Availability: November 5, 2009
Winemakers notes: Norma Jeanne has an attractive ruby color and aromas of ripe blueberries and raspberries. The fruit flavours are bright and lively and the taste is refreshingly light.
SKU + 540179
Type: Red Supplier: Nova Wines Inc. Region: Napa Valley California Country: USA
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
Mediterranea Nero d'Avola Sogno di Casanova Rosso I.G.T. is a red wine from south eastern Sicily.
It is ruby red in colour, and possesses an intense flavour, a persistent scent, and a very pleasant and harmonic flavour. It emphasizes the taste of cheese based dishes and goes well with second course meat dishes.
SKU + 306019
Type: Red Supplier: Mediterranea S.R.L Region: Sicilia Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Nebbiolo d'Alba D.O.C. is a bright ruby-red which softens on ageing.
The delicate, fruity nose of raspberries and violets becomes ethereal over time. It has a dry, balanced flavour, with good body that softens after ageing and lingers on the finish.
Main features: Sunset red colour, tending to ruby young, lively and brilliant; scent typically fruity; dry, fresh, balanced and very pleasant taste of cherry and berry fruits.
Best at temperature: 15 - 18 C.
Best with: A perfect table wine for important dishes. A very good match with fried food, roast meat and seafood hors-d'oeuvres. Excellent with fresh cheese and various kinds of hams. Ideal match with pizza.
SKU + 83477
Type: Red Supplier: Fatalone Azienda Agricola Pasquale Petrera di Orfino Rosa Region: Puglia Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Grapes harvested by hand only, with whole bunches loaded into the fermentation tanks, no destemming, no crushing. Deep cherry colour, explosive and powerful nose. Still young yet surprises by its length and wide complexity.
SKU + 386888
Type: Red Supplier: Collin-Bourisset Region: Beaujolais Country: France
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Terre Montepulciano d'Abruzzo D.O.C. is made from grapes selected in the D.O.C. area of the Abruzzo region in central Italy.
It has a deep red colour and a pleasant, fragrant bouquet. This wine possesses an earthy, slightly leafy nose, layered with berry fruit and a hint of cherry. The flavour is intense and full. A nice, old-fashioned, honest style of wine with rustic tannins and plenty of fruit!
Serve at room temperature with grilled meats, strong cheeses and rich pasta dishes.
Excellent value for year round get togethers.
SKU + 452771
Type: Red Supplier: Terre S.R.L. Region: Abruzzo Country: Italy
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
We select our Merlot in the Colli Euganei production area, in Veneto region, one of the most interesting Italian cru for this popular international varietal. Old traditional vinification method: completely mature grapes are harvested from vineyards and processed in membrane presses. Soft presses, fermentation at controlled temperatures and prolonged maceration with the skins
Description: Intense ruby red colour with a wonderfully herbaceous, fruity bouquet. Velvety and harmonious, flavour of currant and black cherry.
Food Matches: Ideal with barbecued meats, roast and steak.
Serve at room temperature.
SKU + 91884
Type: Red Supplier: Castellani Region: Veneto Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Sgubin Merlot D.O.C. is produced in Dolengna del Collio, in the D.O.C. area of the province of Gorizia in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region.
It has a delicate bouquet recalling violets, and a rich, dry and full flavour. This wine is best when served at room temperature with tasty pasta and rice dishes, or roasted and grilled red meats.
Serafino McLarens on the Lake Shiraz is produced from grapes grown at the 300 acre Maglieri vineyard located in the McLaren Vale region of Southern Australia.
With smoky aromas of bacon, blackberry jam, mocha vanilla, and minty cedar, this wine is dry, round, soft and well balanced. It posesses big mocha, spicy cedar, vanilla, pepper, black cherry, licorice and smoky resin flavour.
A great value, and a pleasure to enjoy with red meats, pasta and matured cheeses.
SKU +341404
Type: Red Supplier: Serafino Wines Region: McLaren Vale Country: Australia
Availability: General Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
Serafino has introduced a label named McLarens on the Lake to compliment their successful premium range. Their goal has been to produce a light, easy drinking wine that caters for the everyday consumer at an affordable price.
As a part of the picturesque landscape at McLarens on the lake, a giant 300 year old Eucalypt tree towers over the boutique winery. It is a perfect image to symbolize the strength and character of the wines.
This Cabernet is the final episode to the McLarens on the Lake Trilogy. The fruit is selected from their Communication Road vineyard near Maslins Beach.
The bouquet displays ripe red currant, morello cherry and cedar, while the palate shows blackberry flavours complemented by spicy oak overtones.
A beautifully structured and balanced wine, exhibiting a long lingering finish.
SKU + 363754
Type: Red Supplier: Serafino Wines Region: McLaren Vale Country: Australia
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
The color is concentrated ruby red with garnet reflections with an intense, complex and full bouquet. The flavour is fruity, flowery and spicy with ripe red berries, blackberries, dry flowers, violets, vanilla and bitter chocolate.
Best served at a temperature of 16 - 18 C
with barbecued meats.
Awards:
Dutch wine competition: "Proefschrift Wijnconcours" 'Prix du Vinologu' for Red Wines.
SKU + 280255
Type: Red Supplier: Azienda Agricola Masciarelli Region: Abruzzo Country: Italy
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
Nova Wines Marilyn Velvet Collection is a blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon and 46% Merlot grapes, grown in Napa Valley. It is available in luxuriously boxed and individually numbered magnums.
SKU + 207563
Type: Red Supplier: Nova Wines Inc. Region: Napa Valley California Country: USA
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
Nova Wines Marilyn Premiere Collector Set is a blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon and 46% Merlot grapes, grown in Napa Valley. It is available in sets of 750ml, magnum, and double magnum bottles, offered in wooden presentation
cases.
SKU + 204073
Type: Red Supplier: Nova Wines Inc. Region: Napa Valley California Country: USA
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
The release of the 2008 vintage of Marilyn Merlot on June 1st (the birth date of Marilyn Monroe) celebrates the 24th vintage of a wine appreciated by fans of the iconic star, collectors of Marilyn memorabilia, and lovers of fine Napa Valley wines.
Winemakers Notes: "The 2008 vintage Marilyn Merlot is the 24th release of this fine wine. It is a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine was aged in 100% oak barrels, 35% of which were new for this vintage. Aromas of Herbes de Provence, primarily thyme and lavender complement the oak components of vanilla and smoke from the wood. Moderate alcohol and good acidity make this wine a good pairing with fine foods. Vineyard locations for this wine are from our long time growers in Yountville and Oakville regions of the Napa Valley." John McKay - Winemaker
Nova Wines Marilyn Cabernet is a blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Merlot. This classically styled Cabernet has aromas of cassis, black currants, and toasty oak. The flavours are a good balance of fruit and acidity. Adding Merlot to the blend softens the more aggressive texture of the Cabernet, without compromising the wine's aging ability.
SKU + 350686
Type: Red Supplier: Nova Wines Inc. Region: Napa Valley California Country: USA
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
Main Features: Ruby red intense colour with slight burgundy hues. Scent typically of very ripe fruits and slightly toasted wood. Full, balanced taste tending to velvety with notes of ripe mussel plum and cherry, mulberry and blackberry. The feature which makes unique the Primitivo of Gioia del Colle is the toasted almond aftertaste.
Best at temperature: 18 - 20 C
Best with: Pasta with gravy, strong flavoured dishes like as meat, game, grilled fish and aged cheese. The Riserva Speciale is particularly pleasant with chocolate sweets.
Further information: The particular though unusual affinity of our red wines with spicy dishes of fish is owing to the fact that the vineyard is located in an area where originally was the sea. This assertion is confirmed by the finding of fossils during the detailed and profound excavation, which involved the breaking down of materials, to make the soil prepared for the plantation of the actual vineyard. This way to prepare the soil, in fact forms an innovative and adequate drainage system by way of fresh rain water, which allowed the land to remain subtle leading the way to richer soil and a more productive vine.
SKU + 681064
Type: Red Supplier: Fatalone Azienda Agricola Pasquale Petrera di Orfino Rosa Region: Puglia Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Main Features: Ruby red intense colour with violet glares. Scent and taste typically berry fruity and slightly of sour black cherry and mussel plum. Smooth warm balanced. Aftertaste of toasted almond, typical of the Primitivo of Gioia del Colle.
Best at temperature: 18 - 20 C
Best with: Pasta with gravy, strong flavoured dishes like as meat, game, grilled fish and aged cheese.
SKU + 540450
Type: Red Supplier: Fatalone Azienda Agricola Pasquale Petrera di Orfino Rosa Region: Puglia Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Gamay Regnie is a stunning ruby red colour with hints of violet. Aromas of fresh red fruit such as blackberries and red currents. A medium bodied and well structured wine with a wonderful balance between fruits and minerals. Flavours stay long on the palette with a hint of pepper and spice.
The 2006 vintage was featured in the wine guide 'Had a Glass 2010' where it is stated that 'Cru Beaujolais like this Regnie is the wine of the future'.
Preferably served slightly chilled at a temperature of 14 - 15 C. An excellent accompaniment to pates, meats and cheeses.
An excellent accompaniment to all fine foods and a delightful wine for any occasion.
SKU + 137760
Type: Red Supplier: Maison des Bulliats Region: Beaujolais Country: France
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
Deep and bright red with iridescent purple tints. Intense and complex nose full of freshness, developing aromas of red berries fruits like raspberry and redcurrant
due to gamay character and black fruits aromas like blackberry and cherry due to Syrah character.
Very pleasant and long mouth with much freshness and delicate silky tannins. A really harmonious wine.
SKU + 190017
Type: Red Supplier: Collin-Bourisset Region: Beaujolais Country: France
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Colutta Gianpaolo Frassinolo D.O.C. is a perfect blend of Pinot Nero and Cabernet grapes. It offers a rich bouquet of a persistent intensity, with a definite fruity taste. It is best served at room temperature, accompanied by grilled red meats and strong cheeses.
SKU + 553461
Type: Red Supplier: Colutta Gianpaolo Region: Collio Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
A classic wine of the Langa hills, Dolcetto's intense ruby-red colour sparkles with mauve highlights, while its fragrant and flowery aromas feature cherries and violets, joined by ripe fruit and raisins after a year.
The nose is confirmed by the flavour: dry and well balanced, with noticeable body and stuffing. Recommended cellar life: one to three years.
SKU + 147751
Type: Red Supplier: Azienda Agricola Orlando Abrigo di Giovanni Abrigo Region: Piemonte Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Vinification and Refinement: This Chianti Superiore is the result of a careful selection in Burchino vineyard, inside Colline Pisane production area, of the best Sangiovese grapes together with a small portion of an autochthon grape, Ciliegiolo. Hand picked grapes are immediately fermented in the modern cellars of Burchino. A prolonged maceration with the skins gives to the wines complex aromas and a fruity scent. The ageing takes place for over a year in traditional Slavonian oak casks. The wine is refined in bottle for a further period.
Description: Intense ruby red colour. Characteristic bouquet with plenty of cherry, leather and cedars flavours. The round mouthful with notes of liquorice and tar is wrapped around ripe almost candied fruit.
Food Matches: Ideal with steaks and grilled meats, perfect with mature cheeses. Serve at room temperature.
SKU + 782912
Type: Red Supplier: Castellani Region: Toscana Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Chianti is one of Italy's most famous red wines. Terre Chianti D.O.C.G. is a ruby red, tending towards a garnet red when more mature. It is made from selected grapes in the Chianti area of Tuscany.
It has a delicate bouquet of fresh, ripe black cherries. Harmonious and dry, the bright flavours of black and red cherry greet the palate with ample acidity and a slight tannic flavour.
Serve at room temperature with grilled meats, wild game, strong cheese and rich pasta dishes.
Great with pizza!
SKU + 473223
Type: Red Supplier: Terre S.R.L. Region: Toscana Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Sgubin Cabernet Sauvignon D.O.C. is produced in Dolengna del Collio, in the D.O.C. area of the province of Gorizia in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region.
It has an intense bouquet recalling violets and wisteria. The taste is strong, pleasant, and well balanced. Serve at room temperature with demanding dishes of grilled and roasted red meats.
Selected vineyards in Montalcino area, south of Siena, Brunello di Montalcino is the ultimate oenological expression of an area with a longstanding wine tradition, It is produced with a special Sangiovese known as Brunello, the minimum ageing is four years.
Description:Dark and rich ruby red colour. Intense and characteristic bouquet, warm, spicy and harmonious Full-bodied, luscious and well structured with long finish
Food Matches: Ideal with roasts, grilled read meat and cheesy Lasagne.
Serve at room temperature.
SKU + 128496
Type: Red Supplier: Castellani Region: Toscana Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Selected vineyards in Montalcino area, south of Siena, Brunello di Montalcino is the ultimate oenological expression of an area with a longstanding wine tradition, It is produced with a special Sangiovese known as Brunello, the minimum ageing is four years.
Description: Dark and rich ruby red colour. Intense and characteristic bouquet, warm, spicy and harmonious Full-bodied, luscious and well structured with long finish
Food Matches: Ideal with roasts, grilled read meat and cheesy Lasagne.
Serve at room temperature.
SKU + 536144
Type: Red Supplier: Castellani Region: Toscana Country: Italy
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
Benvenuto Barbera I.G.T. is fresh and spicy, with a licorice/black cherry nose, streaked with tobacco leaf and gamey plum aromas. Soft, round, dry, and a bit rustic, with more licorice root, peppery black cherry and saddle leather flavours. An everyday food wine with fruit intensity and ripeness.
You can't beat the price or the value!
SKU + 34173
Type: Red Supplier: Vinicola del Sannio S.R.L. Region: Campania Country: Italy
Availability: General Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
Traditional Beaujolais winemaking, grapes harvested exclusively by hand, with whole bunches loaded into the fermentation tanks without being stemmed crushed. Fermentation for 7 to 8 days with pumping over twice a day for good extraction of color and gamay aromas. Pressing, end of alcoholic fermentation followed by malolactic fermentation.
This attractive, cherry-colored wine with its bouquets of strawberries and blackcurrants is smooth and well-balanced.
Beaujolais-Villages goes well with a wide variety of dishes. Serve chilled (12-13 C) with poultry and cold meat.
SKU + 48603
Type: Red Supplier: Collin-Bourisset Region: Beaujolais Country: France
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Terre Barolo D.O.C.G. is a ruby red wine, made from Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Piemonte region of Italy, and matured for at least four years.
It has delicate yet full bodied aromas of black cherry, raisin and violets, and a touch of earthiness with a hint of tobacco. The lengthy finish has flavours of oak, black cherry and subtle coffee.
A smooth textured wine with integrated tannins, Terre Barolo D.O.C.G. is best appreciated at room temperature, served with red meats, strong cheeses, and rich pasta dishes.
SKU + 452789
Type: Red Supplier: Terre S.R.L. Region: Piemonte Country: Italy
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores
Barolo Preda Sarmassa D.O.C.G. is made from Nebbiolo grape sub-varieties Lampia and Michet at the La Preda and Sarmassa vineyards in the village of Barolo in the Piemonte region.
It is a very deep ruby-red and has a fresh nose with hints of red berries steeped in delicate vanilla. Its dry and full taste, packed with body and structure, will improve even more with further aging.
Serving recommended in large glasses at room temperature.
Barolo Cannubi Boschis D.O.C.G. is created from the Lampia and Michet grape subvarieties of Nebbiolo at the Cannubi Boschis vineyard in the Barolo region.
It is a deep ruby-red with orange tinges. The bouquet is intense and ethereal, hinting at ripe black cherry, spiciness, with aromatic, vanilla, tobacco, and Christmas cake aromas. It is dry, round and rich with supple textures and ripe, grainy tannins. Fine black cherry, pepper and coffee flavours mix with spice, orange peel, tar, vanilla, mint and smoke.
A well balanced ripe and attractive Barolo that will age from 3-10 years. Serve in large glasses at room temperature.
Alfiero Boffa's Collina della Vedova Barbera d'Asti is made from Barbera grapes grown in the Piedmont region of Italy.
It is aged in French Oak barrels for one year, then bottled and aged another year. The wine is enjoyable now, or can be allowed to mature a further 4 years or more.
The bouquet is of licorice and cherry, with a peppery, coffee nose and some spicy vanilla and game streaks. The taste is ripe, round and fairly rich, with smooth, light tannins and a bitter back taste of licorice, prunes and toasted almonds. Cherry, smoky coffee, vanilla, licorice and black pepper flavours, with good acidity and balance.
Pairs well with rich pasta dishes, roasted or grilled red meats, wild game and strong cheeses.
SKU + 619205
Type: Red Supplier: Vigne Uniche di Alfiero Boffa Region: Piemonte Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Alc Vol: 13.5% Case Size: 12 X 750ml
Shelf Price: $ 30.99 Reg $ 24.99 While Quantities Last
Orlando Abrigo Barbaresco Vigna Rongallo D.O.C.G. is created from the Lampia subvariety of Nebbiolo grapes at the Rongallo vineyard in the city of Treiso in the Piemont region.
It is ruby red, with a rich, complex, and highly elegant bouquet which reveals layers of violets, plums, cherries, cinnamon, pepper, and licorice, topped by tobacco and white truffles. Its dry, well-balanced flavour starts out firm and smooth and becomes gradually more elegant and harmonious, with a lingering finish.
Best served at room temperature.
SKU + 147405
Type: Red Supplier: Azienda Agricola Orlando Abrigo di Giovanni Abrigo Region: Piemonte Country: Italy
Availability: Restricted Available at Private Liquor Stores and by case only at Government Liquor Stores Price may vary at Private Liquor Stores
Wamakersvallei also offers the Bain's Way range of single-varietal wines, both red and white, produced as a tribute to Andrew Bain. Mr. Bain is immortalized in Wellington especially as the creator of 'The Gateway to the North' through Bainskloof Pass, the very slopes of which nurture the vineyards from which Bain's Way wines are produced. The Bain's Way range consists of fruit-driven wines - well rounded and distinctly South African - at unmatched value for money.
VINIFICATION: 100% Pinotage. The grapes were picked at optimum maturity and fermented dry on the skins at 28 C. Thereafter, the free run portion was placed in a second and a third fill oak barrels for 9 to12 months.
TASTING NOTES: Bright strawberry on the nose laced with banana. Complex ripe fruit flavours extend to the palate where smooth tannins ensure a rich mouthfeel.
Deep ruby red in colour, Terre Amarone Della Valpolicella D.O.C. is produced in the D.O.C. area of the province of Verona, in the Veneto region of Italy.
Made from Corvina Veronese and Rondinella grapes, it is a dry red wine with a delicate bouquet composed of vibrant aromas of wild fruits, cocoa and smoke. A full-flavoured and concentrated wine with powerful fruit flavours. Well balanced and refined, with a rich cherry finish, it is an elegant and subtle wine, despite being 15.8% alcohol.
Accompanies game, grilled meats, stews and matured cheeses, at an attractive price. Let breathe an hour before serving.
SKU + 369454
Type: Red Supplier: Terre S.R.L. Region: Veneto Country: Italy
Availability: Specialty Available at Government & Private Liquor Stores