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As a direct alternative to the Little Owl white this red is a softer more 'hug of a grape'. A new grape for me Agiorgitiko represents Greece's most famous and versatile red grape variety. Not a new grape for me but one i should entertain more often. Assyrtiko is one of those grapes that should be more popular but isnt quite yet ! The Monomeith Pinot Noir 2022 from Gentle Folk is a wine of substance - coming from one of the coolest vineyard sites in the Adelaide Hills in Austrailia. The Domaine de Noirs ‘Le Blanc’ 2023 is a "vibrant and soulful" expression of the Loire Valley, crafted from vines rooted in the heart of Saumur. (sparkling wine country) Pouilly-Vinzelles is often the "hidden gem" neighbour of the more famous Pouilly-Fuissé and Joseph Drouhin is one of the best. It’s a wine that balances sunny mid-burgundy ripeness with the yummy Burgundian structure we all love This isn't your average, simple Muscadet. Produced from 45-year-old vines and aged for 10 months on its lees in underground concrete tanks, this 2023 release is organic, serious, and brimming with attitude. - A Van Damme in a room of Woody Allen's. The Domaine des Deux Clés Corbières Blanc 2023 is a "high-altitude masterclass". Normally the red from this region get more attention but this white wine reimagined. A sophisticated blend where the MACABEO and VERMENTINO (Rolle) grapes prove they can be just as precise and "crystalline" as any cool-climate variety. Usually reserved for mass produced monsters! The Cantine Matrone 'E Maglióle' Bianco 2021 is a "pure Mediterranean energy" bomb from the volcanic southern slopes of Vesuvius. 🌋 The Jermann Pinot Bianco 2023 is a rare and sophisticated gem from Friuli, proving that the PINOT BIANCO grape is far more than just a supporting act. The Bramìto della Sala 2023 from Antinori's Umbrian estate, Castello della Sala, is a masterclass in balance. The Stargazer 2023 Palisander Vineyard Riesling is a masterclass in Tasmanian precision with a sexy label to boot, demonstrating why this chilly corner of the world is a playground for the RIESLING grape. The wine captures the essence of the Coal River Valley's ancient soils in every sip. The Rieslingfreak No. 2 2025 Polish Hill River is a masterclass in precision, showcasing the RIESLING grape's unique ability to translate its rocky terroir directly into the glass. Available on my website. (Link in bio) 2022 Foxford Classic NEW: Review of previous undiscovered grape. Rare grape almost extinct - going really well in 13 Hectares of Global vineyards Vino Vargas – Paso Doblé Brut Blanc de Noir | Tasting Note Tinaquaic Vineyard & Foxen Winery — A Brief History Andrew Murray Vineyards was established in 1990 in the Santa Ynez Valley AVA of Santa Barbara County, California — a region now celebrated for Rhône varieties thanks to its cool coastal breezes, long growing seasons and varied soils. So expect references to bigger fuller bodied wines. Read my new article about the fabulous region of Colorado and the denver winery thats really making a difference ! Subscribe to my website to read all about Welsh wine over the next 12 months - with some fabulous collabs and wines that you are able to buy on my online shop. www.thegrapewizard.co.uk Yabby Lake Pinot Gris 2023, Mornington Peninsula
where insight meets irreverence. And where a piggy pour is just the right amount.. The Dafnios Vidiano 2024 There’s nothing remotely little about Little Bee. This beguiling Pinot Gris skin-contact wine from Devon’s Sandridge Barton Vineyard hums with quiet rebellion - exactly what you need when you’re sometimes faced with mainstream dullness. The Heretics Winery was founded in 2022 by Gareth Maxwell, a man who left the safety of big wine companies to ferment chaos in Essex. Partnered with Jimmy Hunter, who designs labels as bold as their wines, they aim to prove England can do still wine—without apologising. Their motto? “Make wine. Take risks. Look good doing it.” English wine week is upon us till the 29th June. Whatever your grape what ever your style choose English wine. Not only will you be supporting fabulous producers with great stories but you will also discover some very sexy labels ! We have loads of grapes grown in the UK some youve never heard of , some are too familiar. But why not try somthing different. Help the little guys as well as firm favourites. I’ll be posting over the next week, and putting up podcasts... so stay tuned. https://open.spotify.com/episode/2yak7XwpEDVeBEzjyJTfSL?si=4AuupogYR4u9Sqyq6RvDHg https://open.spotify.com/episode/4mxPEzPfS3sjAVwQtxrrmG?si=LghbD3l6RIm891ccOcku8Q Hundred Hills is in Hampshire – covering 24 Hectares (24 Twickenham rugby pitches) Ortega is a new grape varietal for me. It’s come from the guys at Vagabond with a little help from Yew Tree Vineyard, UK. 2022 Pet Nat Rosé

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