Mark - Christmas Tasting 2021 Table 9

Wonderful, ripe and warming wine, full of sunshine and brightness. Subtle hints of sweet spice, coffee grounds and milk chocolate on the finish. Yummy.

Country: Italy

Region: Puglia

Grapes: Negroamaro

ABV: 13.5%

Food match: great with antipasto cured meats. 

Caiaffa are certified organic, they do not use insecticides or pesticides in order to encourage a balanced ecosystem.

https://www.caiaffavini.it/en/

Sangiovese grapes from Tuscany, this wine is colourful yet elegant - just like the art on the label. Notes of ripe cherry, raspberries and earthiness, all accompanied by delicious juicy acidity making the wine super easy drinking.

Country: Italy

Region: Tuscany

Grapes: Sangiovese

ABV: 13% 

Floral and stunningly aromatic wine, reminiscent of white lillies, ripe pears and sherbet. You got to try this wine - it's lovely all year round!

Country: Italy

Region: Puglia

Grapes:  Fiano Minutolo

ABV: 14% 

Caiaffa are certified organic, they do not use insecticides or pesticides in order to encourage a balanced ecosystem.

A rich and aromatic palate of white fruits, pear, baked apple and apricot. Subtle notes of honey, hazelnuts, dried fruit and brioche. The finish is long, balanced and structured, with a beautiful freshness.

Country: France

Region: Chouilly, Champagne

ABV: 12%

Grapes: Chardonnay 62% , Pinot Noir 16%, Pinot Meunier 22% 

This all-natural Limoncello by the De Riso family is made from lemons harvested from the Amalfi coast, considered to be the best area for the lemons. This is one of the most high quality limoncello's we've ever tried!

Country: Italy

Region: Campania

ABV: 25%

Liqueur

A sambuca like no other - you just have to try this!

Country: Italy

Region: Alatri, Lazio

ABV: 40%

Colazingari’s products are textbook examples of the art of liqueur production through the century old tradition of cold infusion, by which liqueurs of much greater refinement and depth of flavour are produced.