Aluado Alicante Bouchet 2011
Alicante Bouchet produces some of the world's most deeply coloured wines and is often used to add depth to some of Portugal's top reds. Here you find it in its pure form thanks to the vision of José Neiva Correia. A doyen of the Portuguese wine industry with many awards to his name, he now has his own company, and combines generations of tradition with an inquisitive spirit undimmed at 60 years of age.For this red José selected grapes from his own historic estate, Quinta de...
Casa del Rio Verde Shiraz 2010
For decades now the Australians have had the upper hand when it comes to New World Shiraz. But Chile - and indeed Argentina - is showing it has just as much potential. Casa del Rio Verde has wonderfully vibrant red berry fruit and when you understand how the grapes are grown, it's not surprising - Winemaker Adolfo believes passionately in environmentally friendly methods in the vineyard, many of which are certified organic. Every worker is issued with a bicycle to get to and from work and around...
Casa del Rio Verde Reserva Viognier 2010
Chile's winemakers have long enjoyed a reputation for their elegant Bordeaux style reds, and are now "looking to raise the bar even higher with their white wines - in particular aromatics such as Viognier, Gewürztraminer and Riesling" Decanter. This gently oaked Viognier was made by Adolfo Hurtado, chief winemaker at one of the top wineries in Chile. The Chilean Food and Wine Writers Association praised his "creativity, energy - and enthusiasm" - characteristics that...
Marqués de Casa Concha 2009
As noted in Harpers magazine, "With so many new varieties coming out of Chile, it is easy to forget the names that its great reputation is based on, namely Merlot, Cabernet and Carmenère".Named after Concha y Toro's founder, Don Melchor de Concha y Toro, this ultra premium Carmenère was made by the talented Marcelo Papa, who has produced a string of 90+ Point wines for the cellar over the last ten years. The grapes were hand picked from the "superb Peumo vineyard"...
Marqués de Casa Concha 2009
As noted in Harpers magazine, "With so many new varieties coming out of Chile, it is easy to forget the names that its great reputation is based on, namely Merlot, Cabernet and Carmenère".Named after Concha y Toro's founder, Don Melchor de Concha y Toro, this ultra premium Carmenère was made by the talented Marcelo Papa, who has produced a string of 90+ Point wines for the cellar over the last ten years. The grapes were hand picked from the "superb Peumo vineyard"...
Marqués de Casa Concha 2009
Limari is one of Chile's most talked about new cool climate regions. Its combination of coastal breezes, sun trap elevation and morning mists that protect from morning sunshine make it the perfect site for crisp whites. These factors allow grapes to ripen slowly, so they develop concentrated flavour and retain freshness and aroma.Named after Concha y Toro's founder, Don Melchor de Concha y Toro, this ultra premium Chardonnay is made in a similar style to fine Burgundy fermentation and ageing...Searched For: CASA SAFRA ALICANTE