Bold Reds

Put a steak on the griddle pan, prepare a fresh green salad and crack open a bottle of this delicious Malbec - heaven! 

Irresistable pure blueberry fruit make this a particular favourite of ours. Made by legendary Californian Wine Maker, Paul Hobbs.

Country: Argentina

Region: Mendoza

ABV: 14%

Grapes: Malbec

See how the Aussies can do a Malbec - care needed as like most things Australian, at 15% ABV - it bites!-----

Classically textured, violet in hue with an exotically perfumed nose. 

Country: Australia

Region: Western Australia

ABV: 15%

Grapes:  100% Malbec

Vegan/Vegetarian

The original home of Malbec - Cahors in France. Argentina is the young upstart trying to take this regions crown! 

Intense berry fruit with plum, blackberry and lots of spice. Vanilla and soft oak as well as violets and a potpourri character add complexity, which is balanced by gentle tannins.

Country: France

Region: Cahors

ABV: 13%

Grapes: 85% Malbec, 15% Merlot

An attractively fruity Shiraz in a cooler climate style.

Concentrated mulberry and black pepper notes with soft, plummy fruit flavours and smooth tannins.

Country: Australia

Region: McLaren Vale

ABV: 14%

Grapes:  100% Shiraz

Food Match:  Grilled lamb chops

Vegan/Vegetarian

Quintessentially Australian, this is hugely appealing and has gained a loyal following. Reflecting our skill and experience in seeking out the very best of regional Australia, this wine captures ideal climatic conditions and pure varietal definition.

Deep, dark purple colour. Yummy aromas of ripe black fruits, violets and subtle vanilla. On the palate, an enticing, sweet entry leads to a complex wine, with soft round tannins.

Country: Argentina

Region: Mendoza

Grapes: Malbec

ABV: 14%

The star Malbec of our recent Malbec World Day virtual tasting! Deep, dark purple-red colour. Expressive aromas with notes of ripe black fruits, violets, laced, with subtle vanilla. On the palate, an enticing, sweet entry leads to a complex wine, with soft round tannins that are characteristic of the “Las Bayas” vineyard. Finishes long, juicy and lingering.

Country: Argentina

Region: Mendoza

Grapes: Malbec, Ancellotta

ABV:14%

A South African Shiraz packed pull of delicious flavours. 

A ripe, juicy Shiraz packed with dark fruit flavours and black pepper

Country: South Africa

Region: Western Cape

ABV: 13%

Grapes:  Shiraz

The coastal region of South Africa is renowned for its fine and expressive fruit. Produced from only free-­run juice and fermented on skins in stainless steel tanks. The wine is left on the lees for an extended period for greater palate weight and mouthfeel.

Wild berry and smoky notes are deftly handled at Henry of Pelham, where this variety has become their recognised flagship red wine. Deep ruby colour with hints of purple; blackberry and plum aromas with coffee, cedar and smoky notes. Dry and full-bodied with pronounced black cherry flavours lingering on a smoky finish.

Country: Canada

Region: Niagara Peninsula

Grapes: Baco Noir

ABV: 13.5%

Baco Noir's origins go back to 1894, when French grape creator François Baco crossed Folle Blanche with an unknown member of the American Vitis riparia family.

His intention was to create phylloxera-resistant vines that retained their Old World French character. At one time Baco Noir was grown in Burgundy and the Loire, but it was gradually phased out of the Old World and has since become one of North America's more successful hybrids.

A modern style Rioja Joven with juicy fruit driven characters of black cherry and raspberry combined with subtle sweet vanilla spice. Medium – bodied with a creamy smoothness leading into a fresh finish.

Country: Spain

Region: Rioja

Grapes: Tempranillo

ABV: 13%

A scrumptiously soft, juicy Shiraz simply oozing spicy bramble fruit. Supple and silky on the palate with a bright, red berry finish.

Country : South Africa

Region: Western Cape,  Paarl 

Grape: Shiraz

ABV : 14.50% 

The iconic Aloe Tree image is sure to be familiar to anyone who has traveled widely through the Cape and is an important part of the biodiversity which South Africa is famous for.

The characteristic silhouette provides a backdrop to one of the most spectacular wine regions in the world where wines grow in harmony with the thousands of plant species that make up the Cape Floral Kingdom

We ululate with joy at having this in stock once again! Exuding rich mocha aromas with red fruit & cherry. The palate shows distinct characters of coffee & chocolate, which is balanced with smooth velvety tannins & a lingering after taste.

Country: South Africa

Region: Wellington

Grapes: Pinotage

ABV: 14%

A top Malbec from one of Argentina’s most respected wineries. Full-bodied and richly flavoured Malbec at its best!-----

Full bodied with great concentration of vanilla, mocha, blackberries, sweet spices & cloves. The palate is rich and warming with notes of vanilla, black fruit, plums & cherries, as well as hints of leather. Enjoy with a juicy steak - just as they would in Argentina!

Country: Argentina

Region: Mendoza

ABV: 14%

Grapes:  Malbec

Nieto Senetiner has grown to become one of the leading stars of Mendoza. The vineyards and winery were developed in 1969 and continue to be extended and updated. Nieto have vineyards in virtually all of the best sub districts of Mendoza from which they produce typical and classic wines, characterised by the uniquely appealing balance of power and finesse that defines the best wines of Mendoza. The top wines come from very old vineyards in the famed subdistrict of Agrelo and are fully deserving of their iconic status

New to our 'Favourites' section, this silky smooth, ripe and rich Puglian beauty will not disappoint!

Country: Italy

Region: Puglia

Grapes: Primitivo

ABV: 13.5%

ORGANIC

Forget your usual idea of Valpolicella being light and thin...this is a Valpol' on steroids. The Ripasso winemaking method is the equivalent of a month down the weightlifting gym!

Typical aromas of Valpolicella; cherry, red berries, a hint of rose pettels, but then the flavour gives so much more generosity and richness. Moving towards black cherry, bramble and rich warming spice. Such an expressive and delicious wine.

Country: Italy

Region: Valpolicella

ABV: 13.5%

Grapes: Corvina Rondinella

A class above 'standard' Valpolicella, this wine is made by the Ripasso (or repassed) method of winemaking. The grape skins that have been used to make Amarone or Recioto wines are taken and added to the Valpolicella. This results in a further period of fermentation giving more alcohol, greater flavour and intensity and richness. 

A full bodied Zinfandel, packed with damson fruit flavours with a twist of black pepper.-----

Wonderfully balanced with a persistent finish

Country: USA

Region: California

ABV: 14%

Grapes:  100% Zinfandel

Food Match:  Homemade burger or spicy sausage casserole

In the vineyard:  The grapes are selected from old vine Zinfandel vineyards in the Lodi region of central California. Vinified in stainless steel tanks and a little oak ageing, it’s an intensely satisfying wine. 

Tasted blind this could be confused with a top Chateauneuf du Pape - no kidding. This is boutique winemaking at it's best.

Intense Ruby Garnet in colour with an elegant nose expressing nutmeg, crushed black pepper, with subtle aniseed, ripe mulberry and dark chocolate. The palate has subtle smoky flavours, blackberries, plums and dark chocolate blending with dry ripe tannins showing a well balanced wine with silky smooth wood integration.

Country: South Africa

Region: Wellington

ABV: 14.6%

Grape: Shiraz

Andreas only produce this wine - and they are good at it. The wine is aged for 18 months in French and American oak and bottle matured for another year.

One of the top 10 most sought after Tucan wines.

An intense red - floral and dark fruit notes, well-balanced with a ripe and explosive finish. Stunning. 

Country: Italy

Region: Tuscany

ABV: 13.5%

Grapes: Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

The winemaker from Baron Rothschild-Lafite, Christian Le Somme, visits once a month and, by working closely with Alessandro Cellai (from Castellare di Castellina) they are able to maintain the essential Italian character of Tuscany, through the plantings of Sangiovese combined with the power and mid-palate weight of Cabernet and Merlot.

Situated between Gavorrano and Ribolla in the rossetto province in Maremma, the soils have similar characteristics to those of Chianti and Montalcino, but with slightly higher temperatures, so are able to reach maturation earlier compared to those territories further north. The winery was designed by the Shard's architect, Renzo Piano, one of the most admired architects in the world, and named in Time Magazine’s Top 10 most influential people working in the Arts.

It has the biggest barrel room in the world, with only 20% of the winery above ground. The winery runs completely on environmental principles: electricity powered by solar panels and gravity-led production, and the underground barrel cellar allows natural air conditioning and saves energy.

Iconic South African wine by Marc Kent, one of the most innovative winemakers in South Africa. The 2018 wine is bigger and better than ever!

An earthy, rustic nose gives up aromas of leather, earth and spices over a backdrop of blackcurrant and ripe raspberry fruit. Harmonious and powerful on the palate, with a cocoa and pepper complexity. Most at home with spice-rubbed steaks, roast rib of beef, or game dishes.

Country: South Africa

Region: Franschhoek, Swartland

ABV: 14.5%

Grapes: 64% Syrah, 14% Grenache, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cinsault, 1% Viognier

Limited release from Magpie Estate for all you Rhone Rangers out there.

Dark, velveteen black cherry fruit veiled in spice and pepper with a lick of creamy oak.

Country: Australia

Region: Barossa Valley

Grapes: 100% Mourvedre

ABV: 14%

Magpie Estate is a joint venture, which began in 1993, between famous Barossa winemaker Rolf Binder and English wine merchant Noel Young. Both Rolf and Noel have a passion for Rhone varietals. The fruit comes from 15 long-favoured sites in the premium Northern drawing on Rolf’s deep understanding of the Barossa. Noel then sneaks out into the night in a rubber catsuit and steals all the best fruit from these growers. The labels celebrate a superstitious theme, saluting the magpie, and we count ourselves lucky indeed to have them aboard.

Deep ruby red, it has aromas of ripe blackberries, plums with a subtle spicy touch, all framed by an elegant touch of cedar from the well integrated oak ageing. Mature and juicy with subtle notes that give character to this classic Carmenère. Mature tannins give it structure and texture for a persistent finish.

Country: Chile

Region: Valle de Curicó

Grapes: Carmenere

ABV: 14%

Drinking perfectly now, buy it while you can!

An intense red - floral and dark fruit notes, well-balanced with a ripe and explosive finish. Stunning. 

Country: Italy

Region: Tuscany

ABV: 13.5%

Grapes: Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon 

The winemaker from Baron Rothschild-Lafite, Christian Le Somme, visits once a month and, by working closely with Alessandro Cellai (from Castellare di Castellina) they are able to maintain the essential Italian character of Tuscany, through the plantings of Sangiovese combined with the power and mid-palate weight of Cabernet and Merlot.

Situated between Gavorrano and Ribolla in the rossetto province in Maremma, the soils have similar characteristics to those of Chianti and Montalcino, but with slightly higher temperatures, so are able to reach maturation earlier compared to those territories further north. The winery was designed by the Shard's architect, Renzo Piano, one of the most admired architects in the world, and named in Time Magazine’s Top 10 most influential people working in the Arts.

It has the biggest barrel room in the world, with only 20% of the winery above ground. The winery runs completely on environmental principles: electricity powered by solar panels and gravity-led production, and the underground barrel cellar allows natural air conditioning and saves energy.

Classic and classy Californian Zin. -----

Smooth and supple with notes of blackberry mingled with gentle spice and soft vanilla. A lovely soft finish. A great wine to partner with charcuterie or cheese platters.

Country: USA

Region: Lodi

ABV: 14%

Grapes: Zinfandel

A superb, modern style Pinotage, with an abundance of blackcurrants and plums, and hints of fruit cake and cloves on the nose. Intense concentration on the palate shows sweet fruit and well-integrated oak. The silky-smooth tannins contribute to the wine’s juicy, round and seamless finish.

Country: South Africa

Region: Darling

Grapes: Pinotage

ABV: 14.5%

Complex nose with hints of spice, chocolate and mocha. Good structure with plum and mineral complexity and a lingering finish.

Country: South Africa

Region: Stellenbosch

Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet, Petit Verdot & Malbec

ABV: 14.5%