{"title":"£10-£15","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"kaiken-clasico-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"Kaiken Classico Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003eKaikenes are wild geese, native to Patagonia, that fly across the Andes between Chile and Argentina. In the same way, Montes, the Chilean winery, crossed the Andes to set up in Mendoza. Their vineyards are situated in the heart of Mendoza and further to the south in where many of the premium producers are now sourcing their fruit. The focus is primarily on Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon, a variety that has been somewhat forgotten as Malbec has surfed one wave of success after another in the past decade. As a result, there are many old vineyards in Mendoza that produce excellent fruit. Kaiken's own vineyards supply 70% of their production requirements and 30% is from vineyards that they control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan underline=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\" text-decoration:=\"\" underline=\"\"\u003eVineyards \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vineyards are situated in the Agrelo zone, 60 kilometres from the city of Mendoza, at an altitude of 950 metres above sea level. Soils here are derived from the erosion of the Andes Mountains and are composed of silt, clay and sand. There is also a layer of stones at a depth of about two metres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan underline=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\" text-decoration:=\"\" underline=\"\"\u003eVinification \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes were hand picked and transported to the winery in 300 kilogram bins to avoid damaging the fruit and to keep it intact for manual selection in the cellar. Fermentation and maceration lasted approximately one month. Once fermentation was complete, 60% of the wine was aged for six months in French oak barrels, after which the wine was lightly filtered prior to bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan underline=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\" text-decoration:=\"\" underline=\"\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Cabernet Sauvignon is deep ruby in colour. Fresh red fruits intermingle with aromas of eucalyptus and menthol. On the palate, the wine is soft and vibrant with a long finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Liberty","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39331469426784,"sku":"ARGEN101013","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/products\/kaiken-classico-cabernet-sauvignon-842715.jpg?v=1700142140"},{"product_id":"kaiken-clasico-malbec","title":"Kaiken Classico Malbec","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003eKaikenes are wild geese, native to Patagonia, that fly across the Andes between Chile and Argentina. In the same way, Montes, the Chilean winery, crossed the Andes to set up in Mendoza. Their vineyards are situated in the heart of Mendoza and further to the south in where many of the premium producers are now sourcing their fruit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003eThe focus is primarily on Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon, a variety that has been somewhat forgotten as Malbec has surfed one wave of success after another in the past decade. As a result, there are many old vineyards in Mendoza that produce excellent fruit. Kaiken's own vineyards supply 70% of their production requirements and 30% is from vineyards that they control. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan underline=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\" text-decoration:=\"\" underline=\"\"\u003eVineyards \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes come from vineyards in the Agrelo zone, 60 kilometres from the city of Mendoza and at an altitude of 950 metres above sea level. These vineyards feature soils composed of silt, clay and sand with stones at two metres derived from erosion from the Andes Mountains. The regions climate is warmer than that of the Uco Valley, which allows Kaiken to obtain grapes with more fresh fruit aromas and flavours as well as very ripe, soft tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan underline=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\" text-decoration:=\"\" underline=\"\"\u003eVinification \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes were hand picked and sorted, and then cold soaked for seven days to extract aroma and colour. After that the grapes were fermented for 10 to 12 days, and then kept on their skins for 10 days to give colour and structure. Following fermentation, 40% of the wine was transferred into French oak barrels for six months, of which 10% were new and the rest second and third use. The rest of the wine was unoaked to retain the fruit flavours and aromas in the finished wine. The wine was naturally fined and gently filtered before bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan underline=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\" text-decoration:=\"\" underline=\"\"\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Malbec is deep purple in colour. On the nose there are aromas of red fruits such as plums and blackberries, complemented by notes of chocolate and tobacco. On the palate this wine displays extraordinary balance, freshness and soft tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Liberty","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39331469328480,"sku":"ARGEN101015","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/products\/kaiken-classico-malbec-894415.jpg?v=1700142223"},{"product_id":"pablo-y-walter-malbec","title":"Pablo Y Walter Malbec","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePABLO Y WALTER is a celebration of Mendoza, the colour, culture and flavour of this vibrant, beautiful place, it is a celebration of friendship. The wine is the lovechild of Walter Bressia and Eric Monnin and is an unique and exciting project. The idea was to make a great value Mendozan Malbec labelled to reflect the vibrancy and life Mendoza oozes along with the longstanding friendship between two contemporaries... Walter Bressia was the winemaker at Nieto Senetiner when Paul (Pablo) Boutinot took on the agency some 15 years ago, so Pablo y Walter book-ends Boutinot's experience in Mendoza.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyards \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced from 25 year old vines in the Uco Valley, close to Walter's bodega in the rain-shadow of the Cordon del Plata.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinification \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unwooded Malbec is vinified in stainless steel to preserve the freshness and brightness of the fruit. Walter bought three spankingly new 25000-litre steel tanks specifically for this project and subsequently somehow crow-barred them into his small family bodega.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA really pure expression of Malbec, deep red almost purple in colour and wonderfully aromatic with lifted violet, red currant and cassis notes. Muy, muy fantastic, richly bloody, vibrant, Latin and velveteen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat with a juicy rump steak, churrasco de chorizo marinated with garlic, parsley and olive oil, grilled vegetables with chimichurri sauce. 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Colour in the reds here is profound due to the exposure to prolonged mountain sunlight, with soft tannins thanks in part to the extreme diurnal temperature differences... some mornings the catcti are thick with frost but within a few hours temperatures soar to the mid\/high 20s!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEl Porvenir, \"the future\" has been the name of this estate since it was founded in 1890. The winery and vineyards were restored by the Romero-Marcuzzi family in the 1990s and the main team is made up of company Director, Luca Romero Marcuzzi, Winemaker Francisco 'Paco' Puga, and Agricultural Engineer Daniel Guillén, whose joint goal is to capture the essence of Cafayate's unique high altitude characters through their remarkable range of wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEl Porvenir de Cafayate are in the process of being certified to international sustainability and organic standards. In collaboration with the renowned certifier ECOCERT, they are working hard to meet the standards required and hope to be fully certified soon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil health is prioritised across all vineyards by using techniques that minimize erosion and promote biodiversity with a proactive approach to reducing herbicide use. Since 2022 they have welcomed a flock of 50 sheep to the farms. These lovely companions play a fundamental role in sustainable agriculture. By grazing the vineyards, they contribute to reducing carbon dioxide emissions and minimizing soil compaction. As they move, they weed and fertilize naturally, helping to maintain a balanced ecological cycle. 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Given the density of colour the palate is bright, fresh and fluid, with notes of ripe plum and dark cherry compote over a long, very gently mineral finish that is sewn-through with a distinctly saline thread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairing wise, red meat is the order of the day, with salt-marsh lamb or chargrilled steak being a good match.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39331468738656,"sku":"ARGEN101043","price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/el-porvenir-amauta-absoluto-tannat-3267749.jpg?v=1763189046"},{"product_id":"amalaya-blanco-de-corte","title":"Amalaya Blanco De Corte - Torrontes \/ Riesling","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003eAmalaya translates to hope for a miracle' in the indigenous language of the now extinct tribe, the Calchaqui. 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Without this deal, it is widely thought that the Barossa would have lost a huge chunk of its old vines. The 'Masters' wines are made from the parcels regarded by the winemakers as the best Semillon, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz of the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeter Lehmann works with over 140 growers across the length and breadth of the Barossa Valley region, with access to over 750 individual vineyard sites. The fruit for this wine was sourced exclusively from the Estate Semillon vineyard on the banks of the Para River.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes were crushed and left on skins overnight before being pressed the next day. 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Siegel GmbH was started by its eponymous founder. Having acquired vineyards in Westhofen in Rheinhessen, the company was formed to sell his own wines, as well as various prestigious estates in other regions. In 1937 Herr Siegel's son, Hans, formed Walter S. Siegel Ltd., in London with England Test Cricketer Ian Peebles through which they imported wines from Germany and France. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003eSituated to the south-east of Frankfurt, the region produces white and red wines, contrary to the likes of the Mosel and the Rhine regions which are very much white wine country. 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The structure creates an interesting texture that finishes with hints of anise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe perfect match for roasted duck, grilled red meats or soft cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Awin Barratt Siegel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39331458875488,"sku":"GERMA129014","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/products\/walt-pinot-noir-326026.jpg?v=1736855401"},{"product_id":"villa-wolf-pinot-noir-rose","title":"Villa Wolf Pinot Noir Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003eThe Villa Wolf estate (founded as J.L. Wolf) lies in the picturesque village of Wachenheim in the Pfalz region in Germany. It is named after the beautiful Italianate Villa which was built in 1843 in an era of great success for this region. Ernst Loosen of the Dr. Loosen estate in the Mosel area took over the winery in 1996. His idea was to bring the experience in Riesling winemaking from the Mosel to the Pfalz, as well as producing wines from grapes that are typical for the Pfalz area, such as Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Gewurztraminer and Dornfelder. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003eSince 2011, Patrick Moellendorf and Sumi Gebauer have brought renewed energy and focus to the viticulture and winemaking at Villa Wolf, and they have even applied for organic certification for the estate vineyards, which is a two year process. They met at Dr. Loosen, where they both finished their apprenticeships and were eager to bring their knowledge to Villa Wolf. Their concept of making extraordinary wines in the estate vineyards lies in sustainable, organic vineyard practices combined with gentle handling of the fruit and traditional, minimalist winemaking. Their knowledge and devotion has helped catapult the entry level Villa Wolf varietal wines ahead in terms of quality, consistency and varietal correctness. In addition to that you can find Riesling gems from single vineyards around Wachenheim, Forst and Ruppertsberg, that reflect the sandy soils with instances of basalt and limestone, showing the authentic and pure terroir of the Pfalz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan underline=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\" text-decoration:=\"\" underline=\"\"\u003eVineyards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003eThe Villa Wolf Pinot Noir Rose is made with fruit from vineyards farmed expressly for the purpose of producing a true Rose (called Weissherbst in German). The low-lying Haardt mountains protect the area from cold, wet Atlantic weather, making it one of the warmer and drier areas of Germany. Wine grapes do quite well here where it is possible to achieve full ripeness in every vintage. The predominant soil type in this area is well-drained, weathered sandstone. It produces wines with a fruit-driven purity and a stony structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan underline=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\" text-decoration:=\"\" underline=\"\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrief maceration to extract colour. Fermentation in stainless steel. No malolactic. Light filtration before bottling. No fining.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan underline=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\" text-decoration:=\"\" underline=\"\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan georgia=\"\" palatino=\"\" font-size:=\"\" small=\"\" color:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA perfectly balanced, food-friendly Rosé that displays the fruity delicacy of Pinot Noir on a fine mineral frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Villa Wolf Pinot Noir Rosé is made with fruit from vineyards that are farmed expressly for the purpose of producing a true rosé (no saignée or colouring with red wine). Only perfectly ripe, healthy grapes are selected. Upon harvest the fruit is given a brief maceration (four to six hours) to extract a lovely pink colour from the Pinot Noir grapes. The wine is delicate and refreshing, with deliciously bright fruit flavours and a clean, zippy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Awin Barratt Siegel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39331458842720,"sku":"GERMA129015","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/GERMA129015.jpg?v=1769524928"},{"product_id":"palazzina-moscato-passito-375ml","title":"Il Cascinone Palazzina Moscato d'Asti","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIl Cascinone was acquired by leading Piemonte producer Araldica in 1999 - an exceptional estate in the Monferrato hills which has undergone extensive restoration and replanting. Now around 70ha of the total 102ha are in full production, with the warmer, southwest-facing slopes used to grow Barbera, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon - whilst the northeast slopes are ideal for more aromatic varieties Brachetto and Moscato, along with Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe 'Il Cascinone' range (and part of the Alasia range) is produced with grapes sourced from Araldica's most prized vineyards, both on the estate itself and from other selected sites. This includes the further d'Annona vineyard in the village of Fontanile - purchased by Claudio Manera in 1998. This south-west facing vineyard is a source of premium quality Barbera, from vines over 60 years old. Grapes from d'Annona are brought to Il Cascinone for vinification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll harvesting at Il Cascinone and d'Annona is by hand. 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A beautifully balanced dessert wine, lovingly crafted, and an absolute steal!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA nose of intense lemon curd, marmalade, and orange peel with fragrant honeysuckle notes. The palate has lots of ripe apricot and acacia honey characters with honeyed sweetness, well-balanced by a fresh citrus zest bite on the lingering finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDelicious with mature cheese or desserts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39331458121824,"sku":"ITALY132016","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/ITALY132016.jpg?v=1737712984"},{"product_id":"il-cascione-soliti-merlot","title":"Il Cascione Soliti Merlot","description":"\u003cp\u003eIl Cascinone was acquired by leading Piemonte producer Araldica in 1999 - an exceptional estate in the Monferrato hills which has undergone extensive restoration and replanting. 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