Carpenters

On the west side of Sicily close to Marsala, Cantine Rallo has its vineyards and winery.

This ‘Orange’ wine is bright yet slightly cloudy in colour thanks to the natural approach to winemaking; with no stabilisation, fining or filtration resulting in a wine with very low sulphur levels. The bouquet is a beautiful mix of citrus, grapefruit, apple and white flesh fruits that follows onto the palate. Complemented by Mediterranean herbs and a backbone of fresh acidity.

Country: Italy

Region: Marsala, Sicily

Grapes: Catarratto

ABV: 12.5%

Vibrant garnet red from Douro in Portugal displays plenty of black fruit and plump with the added elegance of delicate floral notes. 30 % of the wine is aged for 6 months in French oak which knits the wine together and provides a long finish.

Country: Portugal

Region:  Douro

Grapes: Touriga Nacional (35%), Tinta Roriz (35%) & Touriga Franca (30%)

ABV: 13%

Food matching ideas: Perfect with grilled sausages, mashed potato and gravy!

This is a young and fresh Rioja  bursting with cherry, redcurrant and brambles and has soft, supple tannins.

Country: Spain

Region: Rioja Alavesa

Grapes: Tempranillo

ABV: 14%

This natural wine is chocca block packed full of bramble fruit notes with raspberry and blackberry dominating the aroma, smooth and juicy with complex notes of blueberry and moderate acidity and smooth tannins on the finish.

Country: Romania

Region: Panciu 

Grapes: Merlot, Pinot Noir 

ABV: 13.5%

Refreshing like a white wine, with the complexity of red wine. This orange wine is made by leaving the grape skins and seeds in contact with the pressed juice, creating a deep orange-hued finish. The wine ferments naturally without the addition of yeasts, sulphur or any other additions. The different varieties are then blended and before a natural cold stabilisation, and bottled unfiltered and unfined.

Country: Romania

Region: Viile Timisului

Grapes: Feteasca Alba 51%, Sauvignon Blanc 19%, 30% Other

ABV: 12.5%

See how the Aussies can do a Malbec - care needed as like most things Australian.

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

Country: Australia

Region: Western Australia

ABV: 15%

Grapes:  100% Malbec

Vegan/Vegetarian

A vibrant, aromatic wine with subtle perfumed aromas of white peach and hints of jasmine. With stone fruit and fresh citrus flavours on the palate balanced by bright and lively acidity.

Country: South Africa

Region: Coastal Region

Grapes: Chenin and Viognier

ABV: 12.5%

A juicy fruit-forward blend of Shiraz & Mourvèdre, with layered aromas of black cherry compote and sun-ripened raspberry. The palate is vibrant and finely poised, weaving rich dark fruit with a delicate floral nuance and a velvety, seamless texture.

Country: South Africa

Region: W.O. coastal region

Grapes: Shiraz / Mourvedre

ABV: 13.5%

Intense ruby-red, with a bouquet reminiscent of cherry, dried fruit, chocolate and prune; the palate is full-bodied, soft and round, with a spiciness and lingering finish.

Country: Italy

Region: Veneto

Grapes: Corvina, Merlot

ABV: 14.5%

Food matching ideas: This rich and fruity red works well with meaty pasta dishes such as spaghetti bolognese, beef lasagne or meatballs in a rich tomato sauce.

A deliciously rich yet supple red that's perfect to enjoy with light snacks or along side hearty, rustic Italian cuisine.

Intense ruby-red colour with a complex bouquet reminiscent of prunes, cherries and redcurrants.  The oak ageing adds a pleasant roasted and spicy aroma. On the palate it is full-bodied, supple and well-balanced with a long finish.

Country: Italy

Region: Veneto

ABV: 13%

Grapes:  70% Corvina, 20% Rhondinella, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon

Food Match: Great with Antipasto like cured meats and olives, but equally as good with hearty bean and beef stews.

Lovely, fresh and full of red apples and ripe pineapple fruit. A full of style of Aussie Chardonnay! 

Country: Australia

Region: South East Australia

Grapes: Chardonnay

ABV: 13%

Pretty and poised Pinot.

Classic cranberry and red current aromas giving us a wine with enough bite and texture to be foody but with enough generosity of fruit to be a delicious glass on its own. A touch of oak in the wine making lends a little soothing creaminess to the finish.

Country: New Zealand

Region: Marlborough

ABV: 13% 

Grape: Pinot Noir 100%

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

Country: South African wine

Region: Stellenbosch

Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet & Malbec

ABV: 14%

Deep ruby in colour, this Chilean Merlot encompasses aromas of rich black cherry and plum, displaying further complexity on the palate with hints of cedar and dark chocolate.

Country: Chile 

Region: Central Valley

ABV: 11%

Grapes:  Merlot

Full of zest and forward fruity flavours, typical of the Sauvignon grape. Bursting with exotic tropical fruit.

Country: Chile

Region: Central Valley

Grapes: Sauvignon Blanc

ABV: 11%

Bouncy, crunchy Gamay, this is an irresistible fruit bomb packed with fresh, primary fruit aromas and the delicious soft red berry flavours of gorgeous Gamay at its best.

Country: France

Region: South of France

Grapes: Gamay

ABV: 12.5%

Food Match: if you need to pair a red with an egg dish - look no further! The very soft tannins and ripe fruit character works well with the distinct flavour of eggs.

Aromas of green pear and red apple with a refreshing, lemony cream finish. Great value traditional method Cava. The perfect party fizz!

Country: Spain

Region: Extremadura

Grapes: Parellada, Macabao

ABV: 11.5%

Floral, citrus and gentle tropical aromas lead on to a palate which is deliciously off-dry with flavours of ripe melon and sherbet lemon acidity. The finish is refreshing with a classic spritz. Great as an aperitif - or serve with salads, sushi and grilled fish.

Country: Portugal

Region: Vinho Verde

Grape: Loureiro 50% , Avesso 15% , Arinto 35%

ABV: 11.5%

Vegan

Fresh red berries on the nose, the palate has delicate wild strawberry and zesty redcurrant fruit, off-dry with a soft and appealing finish.

Country: Portugal

Region: Vinho Verde

Grape: Espadeiro

ABV: 11.5%

Food matches: pasta dishes, salads and white meats.

Produced from the red Espadeiro grape which is cultivated in Vinho Verde (also found in Galicia, northern Spain). The must undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel.

Vegan

Irsai Oliver is an elegant white wine. Flower bouquet aromas: acacia, linden, rose. Balanced acidity and delicate honey aftertaste.

Grapes: Irsai Oliver

Country: Ukraine

Region: Odesa

Food pairing: pasta, pork, poultry, vegetarian, appetizers and snacks, mild and soft cheese

Villa Tinta has been a family estate winery since 1998 when the winery foundation was laid and 500 hectares of family-owned vines were planted. The winery is situated in the Bolgrad district where winemaking was the source of life centuries ago.

Dense, spiced nose with intense blackberry and blueberry aromatics. The ripe fruit is supported with cocoa and spiced oak notes; intense to the finish.

Grapes: Odesa Black

Country: Ukraine

Region: Odesa

ABV: 13%

Food pairing: Excellent with beef and other red meats, and also grilled vegetables and chicken. Also fabulous with 70% plus dark chocolate after a meal.

Serving temperature: 16-18°C

ABV: 13%

Villa Tinta has been a family estate winery since 1998 when the winery foundation was laid and 500 hectares of family-owned vines were planted. The winery is situated in the Bolgrad district where winemaking was the source of life centuries ago.

Soft, easy drinking dry red full of delicious ripe red fruit flavours.

Country: Spain

Region: Castilla

ABV: 11%

Grapes: Tempranillo

Food match: tapas food 

Textured and delightfully sippable, this orange wine is incredibly accessible, immediately greeting your senses with aromas of ripe peach and apricot. Naturally fermented and macerated on the skins with twice-daily punch downs to increase flavour and texture, before being put through a basket press. Once pressed, this juice is left to settle in tank before being transferred to concrete eggs and flexcubes, then into bottle. This is all about marrying the technique of skin maceration with brilliant drinkability to give a South African wine that’s textured and delicious.

Country: South Africa

Region: WO Paarl

Grape: Semillon

ABV: 12,5

Style: Orange, Natural, Vegan

Bright, textural red from old, unirrigated bush vines in the Coastal region grown on sandy soils over granite bedrock.

Inviting aromas of summer pudding, ripe black cherry, vanilla and even a touch of Framboise. On the palate, more rich black fruits, smoky notes and a suggestion of dark chocolate and star anise. Youthful acidity and ripe balanced tannins give a fresh finish with depth and complexity.

Country: South Africa

Region: Western Cape

Grapes: Shiraz

ABV: 13.5%

Vegan. Naturally fermented in stainless steel tanks, 50% of this blend then undergoes malolactic fermentation in 300 and 600 litre French oak barrels (10% of which are new)

Food Match: Braai (South African BBQ) is the most obvious choice but this is a really versatile wine that works well with most meats, mushrooms dishes or just on its own.

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