Chateau Minuty

Chateau Minuty

Chateau Minuty A lazy picnic in Oxford- time for an upmarket choice of pink. This bottle is classic Minuty – called Rose & Gold it has rose gold tints in the glass and aromas of nectarine and lychee with a lingering, creamy finish. I award this fabulous...
Champagne de Saint-Gall

Champagne de Saint-Gall

Champagne de Saint-Gall Can a Champagne offer easy drinking – or is that disrespectful of the Art of Fine Fizz? Discuss. If such a thing exists this St Gall sparkler from the reliable Union Champagne is it. Not to say it is bland. It has charm and delicacy since...
Cramele Recas

Cramele Recas

Cramele Recas It’s hot – and we need refreshment- a rosé with a hint of residual softness at the finish takes well to chilling – and quaffing. Let me be very clear: we are not talking blush wine. I would propose this unusual blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and...
Doddington Vineyard

Doddington Vineyard

Doddington Vineyard Made by the same method as Prosecco, this spiffy sparkler from the south of France is based on Syrah and Grenache which lend it more depth than its Italian rival but it also has abundant fruit and charm. Created by the talented team at Mirabeau,...
Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Francis Ford Coppola Winery What better than a glass of Sofia pink sparkling wine in Marina del Rey sunshine? Francis Ford Coppola was a pioneer in so-called ‘celebrity wine’ here in California and set quite the benchmark. This delicate Pinot Noir sparkler is...
Chateau d’Esclans

Chateau d’Esclans

Chateau d’Esclans It’s Mother’s Day in the UK and there’s a waft of Spring in the air. In the glass there is Whispering Angel 2022 which epitomises Summer- ripe nectarine, a hint of spice and a warmth on the palate. My score- 18.5. Pair this with a simple Salade...