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Hot Reds From The Med
In 2015 the Mediterranean was lovely and hot, so Europe’s oldest wine regions once again made fully rich, ripe and satisfying reds. From Cotes du Rhone that empties glasses with delicious speed, to $20 offerings from Spain and Portugal so concentrated and powerful you’d think they were twice the price (OK Portugal isn’t Mediterranean, but the effect is the same).
Mid and upper level wines from the Med in 2015 are not yet here – for now it’s only the entry level. But these cheapies are so good they may endanger our premium sales. Get in quick – our staff are depleting the stocks!
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2017 Domaine Janasse Cotes du Rhone
John Caro
Silky and juicy, this is superb quality in a style you can drink right now. Succulent red and black fruits are nuanced with Provencal herbs and wrapped around a balanced, medium-full body. A ...$24.99 in mixed 6+ or $27.99 per bottle -
2016 Domaine Soumade Cotes du Rhone
John Caro
Amazing Cotes du Rhone that puts many expensive village wines to shame -- and 2016 was another great year! Absolutely brimming with vibrant dark and red fruits, it'd be tempting to mis-use the ...$22.99 in mixed 6+ or $25.99 per bottle -
2017 Casa Castillo Monastrell
Parker's Wine Advocate
A seriously undervalued red from a high altitude area that consists of old unirrigated bush vines. A beautifully rich Monastrell (Mourvedre) from Spain much like the Bandol Wines of Southern ...$21.99 in mixed 6+ or $24.99 per bottle -
2017 Casa Castillo Vino de Finca
Parker's Wine Advocate
A notable step up in depth and poise from the estate-labelled Monastrell. While capturing the glorious distinctiveness of this compelling local grape, the Finca represents a higher fruit ...$29.99 in mixed 6+ or $33.99 per bottle -
2016 Casa Castillo Las Gravas
Parker's Wine Advocate
A top wine from one of the best estates in Jumilla. The Las Gravas is named after the thick layers of rock and gravel in this single vineyard of old bush vines. Along with some vineyard ...$59.99 in mixed 6+ or $66.99 per bottle -
2016 Casa Castillo Pie Franco
Parker's Wine Advocate
The top Monastrell from this outstanding estate, which is one of Spain's undisputed leaders in this grape. Considered perhaps the definitive wine of the entire Jumilla region, this superb red ...$110.00 in mixed 6+ or $125.00 per bottle