By Wendy Kielar
Amarone is a special red wine from Italy. Why is Amarone (ah ma rho nay) so special? It is made from Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella grapes from the Veneto region of Northern Italy. Once the grapes are picked from the vine, a portion of them are laid to rest on straw mats for [...]

A tangy red with oodles of cherry fruit flavours, a hint of vanilla, silky tannins and a 'gimme more' finish.
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 By Katie Hoffman
You do not need a college degree in wine tasting to understand why some wines benefit from being able to breathe a bit. But you do need to know that simply uncorking the bottle and letting it sit for an hour will do nothing to improve the taste or the smell of the [...]

 By Christina Pomoni
Ordering the right wine-meal combination that matches your dining occasion can be a real art; and a real trick. But, if you do it, you will definitely enjoy an unforgettable dining experience.
Unless you are a wine connoisseur, the leather-bound wine list looks threatening and puzzling with the number of wine varieties of varied [...]

The town of Andosilla, at Rioja's northern edge, has prospered by its proximity to vineyards set among the fertile plains of the rivers Ebro and Ega in the beautiful valley of Baztan. Bodegas Bagordi was born of the enthusiasm of several local grapegrowers who united in 1995 to produce organic wines. Their success is evident [...]

Attractive junior, with strong ripe tannins, brambly and concentrated fruits. Good length. Excellent value for money.
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There is a long history of wine making in the Benegas family. It was the current winemaker's great grandfather who bought the first French vines to Argentina. This Malbec is awash with aromas of cherry, blackberry and touches of oaky spice. There is good structure on the palate with a full and persistent mouthfeel. The [...]

Another great offering from the Neblina clan. With rich dark fruit on the nose and palate there are also enticing undertones of vanilla and chocolate on the finish. Soft and smooth with gentle tannins this is a great wine to drink with or without food.
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One of our new additions to the Chilean range, this is a beautiful Cabernet with ripe and pure blackberry and blueberry fruit in abundance. Layers of bitter chocolate, cedar, tobacco, coffee and spicy notes run through the palate. The tannins are well balanced and come together in a lovely silky smooth finish.
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Coming from the sustainable 'green' Caliterra property this medium to full bodied Chilean Merlot offers a rich attractive bouquet of violets and spice. The palate is dry yet deliciously fruity with soft rounded tannins and a well-balanced finish. Best drunk with full flavoured red meat dishes or cheese.
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Both the Cabernet and Merlot are clearly present in this wine. There are dark blackcurrant and black olive notes from the Cabernet with the plummy, brambly Merlot flavours softening the blend. The palate is tight and firm with tannins and oak working well to make this a powerful wine, perfect for hearty winter dishes.
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Supple, elegant and stylish, showing rich blackberry and blueberry fruit, with pretty loamy, earthy shadings. Gains traction and depth, ending with firm tannins and a pleasing mineral edge. Drink now through 2013.' 92 points - Wine Spectator.
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This is an impressive wine with plenty of power. On the nose there are strong aromas of black pepper, violets and plums. It has great structure, good tannins and well balanced acidity which all mark it out as a wine for ageing. However it can definitely be enjoyed now and makes a great partner to [...]

This is everything you'd want from a Rioja Reserva and much more. Bursting with red fruit characters of blackberry and raspberries the palate is clean, intense and persistent. Perfectly balanced with soft velvety tannins it is delicious from start to its very long finish.
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This is an elegant, smooth and fruity wine with attractive aromas of cherry, violet and vanilla. On the palate there is good structure with fine tannins and plenty of sweet spice. Sangiovese is perfect with tomato based sauces so it can be enjoyed with a range of dishes.
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This medium bodied wine has a pleasant, fresh bouquet with aromas of dark cherry and plum. Very easy on the palate with light tannins and a smooth finish. Ideal with grilled meats and hard cheese.
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Long acknowledged to be a great growth of the Languedoc. Profoundly deep in the glass, opening to reveal velvety dark berry fruit and violet aromas. On the palate there are plentiful fine but dense tannins providing the framework for dark Morello cherry and blackberry fruit, and more subtle smoky nuances.
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From vineyards that lie around 30km north of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, owned and run by the Sabon family, now in its third generation of winemakers. This offering is vibrant and brimming with ripe black cherry and plenty of dark fruit. Wonderfully complex with elegant ripe tannins and a long, sweet fruit finish.
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This wine has powerful aromas of wild berry, leather and musk which will develop into liquorice and truffles with age. With fresh acidity and super-fine tannins it is well balanced and harmonious on the palate. Pinot Noir goes with an array of dishes but enjoy this with roast lamb.
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This is a lovely Premier Cru wine with a complex nose of red fruit, spicy pepper and smoked notes intermingled with fresh earth and forest floor. The tannins are powerful, ripe and fresh and indicate that this wine will age for 5-7 years.
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'The 2005 Dominus continues to strut its stuff, tasting like a Napa hybrid blend of a St-Emilion and Pomerol. Its dark ruby/purple-tinged color is followed by notions of cedarwood, spice box, roasted herbs, sweet black cherry and cassis fruit, licorice, and truffles. Full-bodied with excellent fruit intensity, complex aromatics, supple tannins, and a long finish, [...]