Rimapere Plot 101 2021
Baron Benjamin de Rothschild had the real desire to create his own Sauvignon Blanc. He purchased around 24 hectares of vineyard, ideally situated on the prestigious Rapaura Road, in the heart of the Marlborough region of New Zealand. This area’s cool climate is perfect for ripening high quality Sauvignon Blanc grapes and providing them with their typical lemon and grapefruit flavours, together with crisp acidity.
“101”, is the name of the plot selected for this rare expression of Rimapere. The vineyard meaning “Five Arrows” in Maori and simultaneously honours the Rothschild’s family coat of arms (five arrows symbolising the five sons of dynasty founder Mayer Amschel Rothschild) and traditional New Zealand culture.
- Winemaking : Gentle pneumatic pressing of the whole bunches, cold settling, fermentation in barrels and in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks up to 4 weeks (11 to 18 C).
- Soil type : Rapaura Series, Stony Soil free draining, with a small Silty top layer
- Varietals : 100% Sauvignon Blanc
- Food and wine : This wine will accompany fresh fish, seafood, white meat in sauce, various fresh cheeses and citrus fruit desserts.
Arnaldo Rivera Langhe DOC Nascetta del Comune di Novello 2020
Pale straw yellow in colour, it has a floral and fruity bouquet, with intense aromatic notes in its youth capable of evolving into more complex aromas after a few years in the bottle. Good structure, contained acidity, excellent sapidity and persistence on the palate. It goes well with semi-mature cheeses, first courses and white meats.
Serving temperature 12° – 14°.
Waipara West Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Pale gold with silver streaks.
Aromas of yellow and green citrus, sweet red capsicum, hints of fennel and freshly crushed herbs combined with passionfruit seed and warm wet river gavels.
Bright citrus, white nectarine with underlying tropical notes, pink lemonade and salted grapefruit pith on the finish. The sweet fruit characteristic interplays with the crisp and silken texture to give a long lingering mouthfeel.
Food Pairing: Shellfish, Vegetarian, Goat Cheese
Yangarra Blanc 2021
Blanc is the result of years of research and quarantine of the best white varieties found amongst the ancient north-west Mediterranean vine types. The fact that these Châteauneuf varieties have been successfully blended for so many years, inspired the estate to pursue Châteauneuf’s top whites on the southern coast. The Blanc is produced using the simplest winemaking techniques to showcase the fresh and crunchy style these varieties provide.
VARIETY: 49% Grenache Blanc, 13% Roussanne, 15% Clairette, 18% Picpoul, 5% Bourboulenc
"Fresh and attractive fruit, in the pear and apple spectrum, with some light, pastry-like notes, too. The palate delivers a smooth, crisp impression with a gently chalky finish. I like the restraint here. A blend of 49% grenache blanc, 18% picpoul, 15% Claudette, 13% roussanne and 5% bourboulenc. Drink now. Screw cap." - 92 points, James Suckling
Poggio alle Gazze dell’Ornellaia 2018
Poggio alle Gazze dell'Ornellaia 2018 has a classic straw-yellow colour. The nose presents intense aromas of white-fleshed fruits, accompanied by delicate notes of vanilla. On the palate it is initially ample and soft; the wine reveals a great richness and marked tanginess that lead to a fresh and persistent finish.
"A bright, fruity white with fennel, lemon-peel and sliced green-apple character. It’s full-bodied with lovely fruit and a crisp finish. Refreshingly fruity. Drink now." - 92 points, James Suckling
Domaine Albert Mann Clos de la Faille Pinot Noir 2019
A ruby red color, beautiful shine. The expressive nose gradually opens up to aromas of red berries, blackcurrant and blackberries. Airing amplifies this fruity character and reveals a fine mineral note. The palate is fine and delicate, almost velvety. Pure wine, with a vertical profile endowed with a beautiful freshness and a long persistence. Its silhouette is well structured, supported by a nice fruitiness that ends on an appetizing finish.
Les Brulières de Beychevelle 2021
TASTING NOTES :
Brulières de Beychevelle 2021 is an harmonious, fresh and silky wine with a very elegant nose. Brulières de Beychevelle 2021 displays great freshness and a delicate nose with liquorice notes. Harmonious on the palate. Its tannins are delicate. A very fine Brulières de Beychevelle that will appeal to wine-lovers for the next three years.
Domaine Roc de l’Abbaye Sancerre 2022
Terrior: Pink, black & grey flint
Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Colour: Pale golden hue
Nose: The discreet nose is dominated by notes of smoke and Earl Grey tea combined with swathes of clementine, yellow peach and mango.
Palate: Intensely fruity, reveals yellow peach, ripe nectarine, quince, as well as subtle notes of stewed fruits. The finish is long and saline.
Pairs well with Seafood platter or a fillet of red mullet in a white butter sauce with citrus and carrot flower honey.
Yangarra Roussanne 2021
Yangarra are one of the country's leaders in producing the varieties from the Rhone Valley.
Case in point being this excellent single varietal bottling of Roussanne. It is widely considered one of Australia's finest examples of what the variety is capable of.
The fruit is all biodynamically grown and picked by hand, with only 60% of juice pressed. It's fermented with wild yeasts, and left for 7 months on lees in barrel where it undergoes further stirring for added texture and complexity.
An organically grown high-quality example of this popular Rhone white variety. Textural and highly drinkable.
Domaine Albert Mann Grand Cru Steingrubler Gewurztraminer 2018
Produced organically and biodynamically, this Gewurztraminer Grand Cru offers up notes of exotic fruits, citrus fruits and flowers, such as rose and sweet spices. Supple and generous, it is balanced by a nice freshness which allows it to reach exemplary finesse. Pair with slightly spicy foods.
Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Steingrübler Albert Mann serve at a temperature of 12°C.
It will pair perfectly with the following dishes: Curry de crevettes, Souris d'agneau confite, Terrine de foie gras aux prunes.
J. Denuzière Cornas 2020