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    Grenache

    So often the bridesmaid, so rarely the bride – Grenache is one of the world’s most widely planted grape varieties, growing well in most places where vineyards are hot, but it is rarely seen as a great grape variety in its own right, usually being blended with something perceived to be more noble like Tempranillo in Spain or Syrah in the Rhône. Even in the Southern Rhône, where it dominates in well-known wines like Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas, it has a supporting cast of other grape varieties. Grenache probably originated in Spain, spreading to the South of France and, then, the New World. It was an early migrant to Australia and was, until the 1960’s, that country’s most widely planted variety. Falling from favour, plantings were falling until wine makers noticed the quality of the very old Grenache vines that they had and developed a fad for ‘old vines’ Grenache. Today, the GSM blend (Grenache, Shiraz, Mourvèdre) is a staple of the Australian wine trade. Some fascinating and delicious red dessert wines are made from Grenache in the South of France. Known in Spain as Garnacha.

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    By David Porter on 23/12/2019

    It’s the busiest moment of the year for our team as we try to help everyone get the right wines into their glasses as well as the perfect presents into people's stockings for Christmas.

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    Tim Smith named ‘Barons of Barossa’ Winemaker of the Year 2019

    By Charles Lea on 19/02/2019

    “I’m absolutely ecstatic and humbled (and very hungover) after this being officially announced yesterday.”

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    2013 GARNACHA Bodegas y Viñedos Monfil ‘The best value red of the year so far!’ Matthew Jukes

    By Ed H-B on 16/05/2015

    We’re delighted that Matthew Jukes included the Monfil in his Daily Mail piece today as ‘..the best value red of the year to date!’

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    Château des Tours Côtes du Rhône – £20 very well spent

    By Andrew Hooper on 27/01/2015

    65% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 15% Cinsault. It’s everything a Rhône red should be – deep, seductive berry fruit with a generous helping of spice. It manages to be both full and rich, and supple and silky.

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    Christophe Delorme - Domaine de La Mordoree

    Last small parcel of 2011 Côtes de Rhone ‘La Dame Rousse’ Domaine de la Mordorée

    By Ed H-B on 27/08/2014

    Perhaps testament to the early autumnal weather or just to great affordable wines from the Rhone valley, we’ve still a small remaining parcel of this sumptuous Côtes de Rhone from top organic producer Christophe Delorme at Domaine de la la Mordorée before we move onto the 2012 vintage

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    A new arrival: 2013 BILBO Saint Saturnin Domaine de La Réserve d’O

    By Ed H-B on 12/08/2014

    Bio-dynamically made here at this beautiful little estate, the Bilbo (Catalan name for Bilbao) is the purest expression of their land. About 70% Grenache with the balance being made up with Syrah and a little Cinsault, Bilbo has the clear lightness of touch which is somewhat Marie Chauffray’s trademark.

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    Remember, remember the 5th of November

    By Andrew Hooper on 01/11/2013

    We’ve put together a mixed half dozen – some hearty reds, a zippy Sauvignon and a bottle of supreme fizz – to cover your Bonfire Night needs.

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