Red wines

Wine of Choice for April 

Domaine Prieur-Brunet Santenay 1er Cru Maladiere 2017

My standout choice for April has to be the Domaine Prieur-Brunet Santenay 1er Cru Maladiere 2017. Reacently sampled at our local tasting, this Burgundy stood out Head & Shoulders from the rest.

Country France
Region Burgundy ,Côte de Beaune 
Grape 100% Pinot Noir
Abv 13%
The 2017 vintage was very dry, but was relatively cool. Luckily, the frost damage was minimal and...

Castello Vicchiomaggio Italy

Castello Vicchiomaggio's historical origins can be traced back to the 5th century. The current proprietors, the Matta family, acquired the estate in 1964 and have undertaken extensive restoration efforts to return it to its original grandeur. Spanning 150 hectares, the estate is among the largest in the region, with 34 hectares specifically designated for vineyards.

Castello Vicchiomaggio produces a diverse range of wines...

 
Welcome, Grupo La Rioja Alta, S.A.

Combining tradition with state-of-the-art technology, La Rioja Alta, S.A. is an illustrious and globally recognized producer of classically styled Reserva and Gran Reserva wines. Founded in 1890, the company's establishment in the historic railway quarter of Haro resulted from the collaboration of five families, namely the Aranas, Ardanzas, and Alberdis, whose names are now commemorated on each of the Reserva wines...

A full-bodied wine presents luscious flavors of succulent prunes and rich, chocolate-dipped black cherries intertwined with lively herbal undertones. This exceptional wine is meticulously crafted from only the finest, hand-selected fruits sourced from premium vineyard parcels. Carefully hand-harvested at peak ripeness, the grapes undergo a precisely controlled fermentation process lasting approximately 15 days at 24 to 26°C. Subsequently, the wine...

Port wine’s popularity can be attributed to its flavour, which is both sweet and strong than traditional table wine. However, some make the mistake of assuming Port wine as another type of sweet red wine. But, it is not the case, as Port wine is completely different from Red wine.  Now, the question is what makes Port wine so special in Portugal that people pop it at every table and how is it different from red wine? Fret not! Below, we have discussed...

We all love indulging in a delicious home-cooked meal with a glass of Bordeaux in Saint Clair. However, do you know you can prepare lip-smacking delicacies using red wine? Yes, you read that right. Therefore, do not toss a portion of a perfectly good bottle into the trash. Instead, use it for cooking stews, amazing sauces, and even desserts. You can also use red wine to tenderize meat, enhance the flavour and depth of the meal, and deglaze a pan...

With the holiday season approaching, you may want to explore the world of red wines. However, not knowing where to start can get slightly intimidating. A huge number of wine styles are available in the market —- Syrah, Zinfandel, and Pinot Noir, to name a few. Additionally, it might get challenging to choose between a fuller-bodied wine or a light-bodied one. Well, here we give you a guide to choosing the best red wines as a beginner! 

Below, we...