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Press recommendations 31 May 2008 |
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| Les Andides 2006 Saumur, Loire, France |
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Terra Viva Bianco 2007 Veneto, Italy |
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La Piuma 2006 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Italy |
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St Hallett Merlot Rosé 2006/07 Barossa Valley, S Australia |
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“It may seem oxymoronic when I say this is attractively inoffensive, but that’s what makes it so useful. More to the point, this isn’t a bland photocopy of a wine – it tastes ‘real’, is lively, slightly off-dry, made from trebbiano, smells floral, has texture and grip – and a dangerously short finish that makes you keep on taking another sip,” Victoria Moore, The Guardian, 31 May 2008 (2007 vintage) |
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“Super value and a real winner. Its spicy nose and sleek palate are spot on with barbecued food, and it can easily cope with hotter marinades and sauces,” Matthew Jukes, Daily Mail, 31 May 2008 (2006 vintage)
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“This rosé is perfect to open for a range of dishes. At home with fish, chicken or steak, the vibrant flavours will keep your palate in check – serve it ice cold” Matthew Jukes, Daily Mail, 31 May 2008 (2007 vintage) |
Press recommendations 24-25 May 2008 |
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| Bellingham 'The Maverick' Chenin Blanc 2006 Coastal Region, South Africa |
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Wither Hills Pinot Gris 2007 Marlborough, New Zealand |
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Camel Valley Bacchus 2006 Cornwall, England |
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| “Delicious refined Chenin Blanc from South Africa, with subtle honeysuckle, tropical fruit and peppery spiciness on its delectable palate and a lingering aftertaste. It loves pork, veal and corn-fed chicken with daring seasoning,” Jill Cox, Fresh, 1 July 2008 (2007 vintage) |
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“New Zealand is increasingly coming up with impressively ripe and spicy wines, such as this refreshingly juicy, apple and pear-flavoured dry white,” Anthony Rose, The Independent, 24 May 2008 (2007 vintage) |
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“A fresh, aromatic dry white with a distinct zesty tang. A wonderful summer aperitif, or try with a light simple white fish,” The Sunday Telegraph, 25 May 2008 (2006 vintage) |
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Press recommendations 17-18 May 2008 |
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| St Hallett Gamekeeper's Reserve 2006 Barossa Valley, S Australia |
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Finca Flichman Oak Aged Reserva Malbec 2007 Mendoza, Argentina |
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Pujalet 2007 Vin de Pays du Gers, South of France |
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Calvet Reserve Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon 2003/05 Bordeaux, France |
| “So consistent is this red in terms of quality and value that it features in this column every year. This 2006 continues the tradition, and the 2007, which goes on sale later this year, is a cracker, too,” Matthew Jukes, Daily Mail, 17 May 2008 |
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“Another steak-friendly red from Argentina, this is dark, spicy and meaty, with lovely fruit intensity. There’s a lot more substance here than in most similarly priced reds,” Jamie Goode, Sunday Express, 18 May 2008 (2006 vintage) |
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“… this fresh, fragrant dry white with grassy citrus fruit is still good value. Another wine best enjoyed outdoors and with light chicken and fish dishes,” Tim Curran, The Daily Mirror, 17May 2008 (2007 vintage) |
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“Juicy up-front fleshy fruits from ripe vintage, with a touch of Cabernet Franc in the blend,” Rose Murray Brown, The Scotsman, 17 May 2008 (2005 vintage)
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Press recommendations 10-11May 2008 |
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| Gnarly Rosé Petit Verdot / Shiraz 2007 SE Australia |
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Domaine Frédéric Mabileau, Racines 2005 Bourgeuil, Loire, France |
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Torres Viña Sol 2007 Penedès, Spain |
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Sawanotsuru Deluxe Sake |
| "Terrific name. Within lies a wonderful ripe, sweet, perfumed peppery pink with a fine floral finish, made from a seductive combination of Petit Verdot from prime Langhorne Creek topped up with one-third Adelaide Hills Shiraz." Jane MacQuitty, The Times, 10 May 2008 (2007 vintage) |
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"Verdant, crunchy Loire reds such as this bold, inky '05 with lots of vegetal fruit made from 40-year-old Cabernet Franc vines take time to appreciate. Order it on 0800 188 881 [or waitrosewine.com] as just six branches of Waitrose stock it, and serve chilled." Jane MacQuitty, The Times, 10 May 2008 (2005 vintage) |
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"This crisp, bright, bone-dry wine is one of my own "house whites". It manages to combine lots of flavour with a delightful delicacy at a very modest 11.5 per cent alcohol." Jamie Goode, Sunday Express, 11 May 2008 (2006 vintage) |
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"Pretty impressive, considering the price - it's fresh and clean. Best drunk chilled, like a white wine. [Match with] salmon or chicken teryaki." Victoria Moore, The Guardian, 10 May 2008. |
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