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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2021 Casa Castillo Monastrell
A seriously undervalued red from a high altitude area that consists of old unirrigated bush vines. A beautifully rich blend dominated by Monastrell (Mourvedre) from Spain, that comes across much ... read more$25.99 in mixed 6+ or $28.99 per bottle -
2020 Soumade Cotes du Rhone
Amazing Cotes du Rhone that puts many expensive village wines to shame. Brimming with vibrant dark and red fruits, it's tempting to mis-use the term 'fruit-driven' if it wasn't equally floral, ... read more$26.99 in mixed 6+ or $29.99 per bottle -
2022 Domaine Janasse Cotes du Rhone -
2021 Casa Castillo La Tendida
A step up in depth from Casa Castillo's estate-labelled red. The La Tendida is a Monastrell-Grenache blend that was previously called the Vina de Finca, and is sourced from mostly ... read more$37.99 in mixed 6+ or $42.99 per bottle -
2021 Casa Castillo El Molar Garnacha
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