EssentialReds–MixedCase

Our essential guide to Reds is a selection of wines, covering the breath and depth of this fabulous category with old favourites and a few more unique picks.

This case contains one bottle of each of the wines listed below.

• Agustin Lanus, Sumak Kawsay Malbec, Tucuman 2019

A very special addition coming from a small vineyard owned by the indigenous community Los Amaichas at the foot of the Andes. The wine itself is intensely aromatic with scents of red cherry, dried cranberries and graphite, and notes of honey and chocolate from long barrel aging. The notes continue onto the palate with great intensity and a sumptuous and clean finish.

• Castello di Verduno, Dolcetto d’Alba Campot 2023

A wine full of notes of beautiful red fruits, cherries, plums, and violets. This is a richer expression, with a long and well-balanced finish.

• Keermont, Syrah 2018

Enchanting bouquet of violets, dusty sandal wood and a hint of spicy red fruit. The palate is elegant and soft, and has a clean linear acidity. It has a strong floral character with spicy red fruit and hints of cherry sherbet. It has supple tannins and a long earthy herbal finish.

• Clos Henri, Estate Pinot Noir 2022

You’ll love the chocolaty nose, its deep black fruit and subtle smoky aromas. The mouth follows with luscious fruit with freshness and lithe tannins. A wine made to enjoy!

• Herdade do Rocim, Mariana Alentejano 2023

This vibrant blend of native Portuguese grapes delivers exuberant aromas of red berries complemented by subtle spicy notes. Textured on the palate with silky tannins enveloping the fruit through to a long, delicious finish.

• Weingut Lentsch, St. Laurent 2021

Dark ruby red in colour. An intense noise full of sour cherry and soft vanilla. A mature, palate which is full and elegant. A lovely balance here of sweet red berry fruit and that sour cherry. A good length on the finish. An ideal dining companion at a wonderful price point.