Wine List 2023/24

AZABACHE PERROFLAUTA  (Rioja – Spain 2022)

• What We Say – Fermented in stainless steel, this classic Spanish white wine is fresh and aromatic with floral and pineapple notes
• What They Say – Colour: A bright, straw-green yellow. Aroma: Very fruity and fresh, with dominant aromas of apple and fenneland a hint of citrus fruit. Taste: Initially smooth and fresh with a pleasant journey through the mouth. Offers an excellent combination of balanced acidity and fruit. Aftertaste: Very lingering, leaving excellent memories of fresh fruit and a long, very pleasant finish.
• About The Producer Azabache – Elaborated using ecologically cultivated grapes, harvested during the second fortnight of September and the first fortnight of October. Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of between 25-28oC. Automatic control of over pumping for the extraction of aromatic and colour compounds.

• What We Say- A vibrant blend of two varieties, the Sauvignon bringing acidity and freshness, the Viognier bringing softness and body. A unique and harmonious combination from the sunny Languedoc region, perfect with seafood or cheese.
• About The Producer Le Verre Gourmand – Le Verre Gourmand’s own brand Les Sommets. For years, we’ve been working closely with selected producers to create wines that meet our customers’ expectations. We taste each vintage with the winemakers and oenologists to adjust the blends and obtain cuvées with the ideal profile.

• What We Say – Typical of the region’s style – dry, floral and mineral with zippy acidity to hold everything together. Great with local cuisine.
• What They Say – Beautiful notes of Hawthorn on the nose compliment the fresh zingy citrus fruit on the palate
• About The Producer Domaine Maréchal – The Domaine Maréchal is located on the hills of Apremont, composed of a dozen hectares of hillside. The size of the operation has allowed Jean-François to master all sides of the business: the work of the vineyard, the wine- making and the marketing of the wines. The vinification is done in Jean-François’ own cellars, ensuring wines of consistent quality.
• Critics & Awards – Macon 2013: Médaille de Bronze Gilbert & Gaillard 2022 International Challenge : Médaille d’Or 90/100 (2020)

• What We Say – A modern wine, from juice to the label. Easy-drinking, smooth and moreish, this North Eastern Italian gem is packed with tropical and floral notes
• What They Say – Situated in the volcanic hills of Castelcerino, in the Menini area, supported by Verona style pergola vine trellises, on average twenty years old, mainly with south-east exposure. Colour: Straw-yellow with greenish hues. Bouquet: Fine, delicate, fruity smell, typical of citrus fruits and banana, lightly floral. Flavour: Fresh and harmonic with a characteristic almond back taste.
• About The Producer Cantina Le Mandolare – For over half a century the winery Le Mandolare has been making wine from the grapes born from the vineyards of Brognoligo, Castelcerino, Fittà and Monteforte, in the cradle of the Soave wine. A corner of the earth that had already been chosen by the Bishops of Verona for their idle gatherings back in the sixteenth century. Indeed, getting to this place from the city, the prelates found in the natural environment, still at times uncontaminated today, that natural garden created by the hills of the Alpone valley. Also for this reason the harvests needed for the wine making are selected with the goal of respecting the typologies of the area and, consequently, the natural heritage of the territory, which a decree of the Ministry of the Environment once defined as “… depictable as natural environment at 360°…”. When we speak about the “Le Mandolare” products, the Soave Superiore Docg Classico, the Soave Doc Classico and the Recioto di Soave Docg, we are talking of a process that goes from the harvesting of the grapes to the planting of the vineyards, all rigorously carried out by hand. Thus, only such a passion, traditional but in the forefront, can create wines that are able to satisfy even the most demanding palates.

PICPOUL CUVÉE CAROLINE  (Languedoc-Roussillon- France 2022) (Vegan)

• What We Say – A light yellow colour with green shades and flavours of citrus fruits. Round and supple on the palate with plenty of character.
• What They Say – Cuvée Caroline has been specially blended to be a gastronomic wine, with the body and balance that is perfect to accompany seafood and fish dishes.
• About The Producer Domaine Morin Langaran – Overlooking the Bassin de Thau, Domaine Morin Langaran has existed since 1330; at that time it was owned by a religious order, the Order of the Holy Spirit. During the wars of religion, the monks abandoned their property and in 1595 the estate became a family estate. It was in 1966 that the Morin family became owners of the Domain. Albert Morin, the current owner, took from his father and nowadays it is turn of his daughter Caroline, a dynamic young winemaker who tries to express the fabulous terroir of the Domain through wines of great finesse and minerality.
• Critics & Awards – Guide Hachette des Vins: 2 stars

• What We Say – This white wine from the Languedoc is original yet easy-drinking with exotic aromas of lychee, rose, and spices. Dry and aromatic, it captivates the senses with its delicacy and finesse.
• What They Say – Bright, pale yellow, slightly golden color. Expressive nose with fresh rose notes. On the palate, the attack is easy- drinking, marked by a persistent freshness that balances the rose aromas and the sweetness of the wine, giving it good persistence. A fine, elegant wine with surprising aromas to accompany exotic cuisine (Thai, Chinese), spicy dishes or strong cheeses (Munster, Roquefort), foie gras and dark chocolate ganache desserts.
• About The Producer Vignobles de Vendeole – Vignobles de Vendéole is the result of the merger of two cooperative wineries in January 2019: Cave du Razès and Cave la Malepère. A long-standing spirit of solidarity and sharing. With almost 4,200 hectares of vines, Vignobles de Vendéole is now one of the largest cooperative wineries in the region.

ESTANDON GRIS SOUVENIR DU VAR (Provence – France)

AZABACHE TUNANTE JOVEN  (Rioja – Spain 2021)

• What We Say – An organic wine with aromas of red fruits, vanilla and spices.
• What They Say – To the eye, this red wine is lively with beautiful purple reflections. On the nose, beautiful intense and remarkable aromas of black and red fruits emerge. The attack on the palate is concentrated and structured and develops aromas of jammy fruit. The tannins are fine and very pleasant
• About The Producer Azabache – Elaborated using ecologically cultivated grapes, harvested during the second fortnight of September and the first fortnight of October. Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of between 25-28oC. Automatic control of over pumping for the extraction of aromatic and colour compounds.