- Details
- Written by Henry Conway
- Category: News
- Hits: 2295
This week at a Grand Cru Co is Rhone varietal week. We are going to focus on some great examples of the typical grape varietals and blends found in this region of Southern France. We will look at how these varietals have flourished in other parts of France and the world. For reds we have Syrah (also known as Shiraz), Grenache and Mourvèdre and for whites Rousanne, Viognier and Marsanne.
Todays wine...
Columbo & Fille Saint Joseph 2013 - Buy it here!
2013 was a great vintage for the Northern Rhone and this is a fine example of a Syrah from the region. Aged in oak barrels for at least 12 months, this wine has a dense richness with black fruit flavours. Works brilliantly with red meat.
- Details
- Written by Henry Conway
- Category: News
- Hits: 2130
Such a rainy day... But not to worry! We have another beautiful wine of the day!
Joseph Mellot, Pouilly-Fumé Le Tronsec 2013 - Buy it here!
This is absolutely gorgeous; crisp and dry yet fruity. White peach and elderflower grace the nostrils and continue their journey into the palate to really define these flavours and put this wine at the top of your list of favourites. Come have a taste!
- Details
- Written by Henry Conway
- Category: News
- Hits: 3814
Today's wine of the day...
Te Mata Gamay Noir - Buy it here!
One of our best sellers in this warm weather, this is a Beaujolais style wine made using the same grape variety. It's from New Zealand so has a massive 'new world' explosion of fruit and tastes fabulous chilled. Come in and try some!
- Details
- Written by Henry Conway
- Category: News
- Hits: 2103
Hello and welcome back to our wine of the day, today's awesome wine is...
Jean Leon 2006 Merlot - Buy it here!
In a word, "wow"! This intense red from the Jean Leon vineyard in Penedes, Spain is juicy and succulent. Definitely one for the decanter, the wine opens up to reveal beautiful aromas of cherries and strawberries. It's soft tannins make it so easy to drink, you'll keep coming back for more. We have some open so pop in for a cheeky taste!
- Details
- Written by Henry Conway
- Category: News
- Hits: 1907
Todays beautiful wine of the day is...
Beaune 1er Cru 2007 - Buy it here!
This beautiful Pinot Noir from Maison Nicolas Potel in the heart of Burgundy packs a punch. Using traditional vinification methods, this Premier Cru is a wine which very much represents its terroir - a wine with character! Juicy with black fruit, well balanced with silky tannins - why not try it with some Burgundian cheese or a tasty Coq au Vin? We've got some open so pop in and have a taste - it's fabulous!
- Details
- Written by Henry Conway
- Category: News
- Hits: 2037
Good morning from us here at Grand Cru! Today is the last day we have to endure until it is finally the weekend, so to celebrate we have yet another fantastic wine of the day to wet your whistle with.
Wine of the Day - Chateau de Sours, Bordeaux Rosé
With a gentle bouquet of fresh and simple grapefruit and raspberry, this one will sit in your memory for years to come. Flavours of strawberries and bubblegum grace the palate from the first sip but don't mistake this for a sweet one, it's still beautifully dry and crisp. Come and grab a bottle, we assure you that disappointment will never come, especially when it's only £9.50 a bottle!
