Majestic Wine

Casabel Vinho Tinto 2009 Lisboa

A blend of traditional local grape varieties, hand-picked from three estates in the region of Obidos, to the north of Lisbon. A fragrant and uplifting nose of cherry and raspberry, with touches of violet and pudding spice.

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Vega Sindoa Cabernet Reserva 2007 Navarra

Navarra is a small DO in the far north of Spain, nestling in the foothills of the Pyrenees, north-east of Rioja. This wine is the only 100% varietal Cabernet Sauvignon produced in the region, and comes from vines averaging 20 years old, grown on south-west-facing slopes.

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Les Hauts de Bergelle Rouge 2008 PDO Saint Mont

One of the most staunchly traditional winemaking regions, the Saint Mont appellation in Gascogne offers a number of indigenous grape varieties rarely found outside of southwestern France.

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Domaine Tranquillité 2008/2009 Bernard Magrez, Vin de Pays d'Oc

An amazing value limited parcel from acclaimed Bordeaux winemaker Bernard Magrez. Something of a crossbreed between the traditional blends of Bordeaux and the Languedoc, marvel at the unbelievably low price over a rich beef stew.

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Antony's Yard 2009 Graham Beck

A Bordeaux style of wine. Red and black fruits on the nose and palate, with hints of cigar box.

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Il Sodero Sangiovese Cabernet 2008 Tenuta Moraia Toscana

Bright crimson in colour with a matching aromatic profile: red cherry, raspberry and red pepper aromas predominate, with very subtle spice. Medium palate weight and flavours of cherry and liquorice. Complements the fresh acidic zip of traditional pasta sauces, such as arrabiata or primavera.

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Mouton Cadet 2009/2010 Baron Philippe de Rothschild

Dense ruby red wine with purple tints. A ripe and expressive nose of blackcurrant and morello cherry, with a touch of spice and clove. Rich yet supple on the palate, with a full and fruity feel.

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Château La Rose Chatain 2007 Lalande-de-Pomerol

This 15-hectare estate enjoys a location in the environs of Pomerol, just to the north. Producing around 80% Merlot, with full de-stemmingbefore fermentation, the blend is very much in the soft and plummy tradition of Bordeaux's Right Bank wines.

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Château Lachesnaye 2007 Haut-Médoc, Cru Bourgeois

This is a genuine parcel bought direct from the Château and so represents great value for money. It will drink well over the next 4-6 years.

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Filosur Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 Andeluna Cellars, Tupungato

The Andeluna winery sits right in the midst of the estate's vineyards, around 70 hectares in total, located at an average of 1300m above sea level. Plentiful sun exposure and wide day/night temperature variations produce wines of great ripeness and flavour intensity.

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Château Méaume 2007 Bordeaux Supérieur

Set in beautiful countryside, 15 kilometres from the famous wine districts of St-Emilion and Pomerol, Château Méaume represents a striking example of how ancient tradition and modern technology can combine in the making of a magnificent wine.

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Avignonesi Rosso 2009 IGT Toscana

A smooth and well-rounded red, with a food-friendly 'middleweight' feel, and the classic cherry-like Tuscan fruit, amid lush swathes of blackcurrant and damson flavours.

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