Author Archives: Lynn
Southern Lights Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from established vineyards in Marlborough’s Southern Valley region. It is a fresh and vibrant wine, with passionfruit, gooseberries and some melon characters. Nice sweetness of fruit with a floral note through the palate, good … Continue reading
Dr. Loosen Villa Wolf Rose de Pinot Noir 2009 is a true rose, it has a lovely, pale salmon colour, with bright strawberry and plum in the aroma. The fruit is very forward, but has a delicate gentleness that keeps the … Continue reading
Why do drinks makers all seem to think that because we are female we must be treated to our own special ‘lady drinks?’ We all, of course, love all things pink, we are always on a diet – even though … Continue reading
Kintu Merlot 2010 is smooth and easy drinking, with ripe plum and red berry flavours. Enjoy on its own or with pasta, roasted meat or veggie dishes. The word Kintu comes from an ancient Chilean tribal dialect meaning “fine view”. … Continue reading
Sol de Mayo malbec is produced by Fincas Los Olmos in Mendoza. Sol de Mayo malbec is quite robust with ripe black plums and violets on the nose with a well balanced palate of juicy dark fruit and herbal notes. … Continue reading
Niepoort Vintage Port 2007, a great port from Dirk. After several dry winters, the 2006/2007 winter was most useful in replenishing dwindling water reserves. In 2007 the harvest was initiated at Niepoort’s historic winery in Vale de Mendiz on Friday 14th … Continue reading
Taylors Port, Stilton and Biscuit Hamper A wicker port and stilton hamper with leather hinges and straps, made from stained willow containing a 75cl bottle of Taylors Late Bottled Vintage Port, 200g of Cropwell Bishop’s famous Stilton and 250 g … Continue reading
Pacific View Shiraz is a smooth, ripe red wine, brimming with dark berry fruit flavours, with just the hint of spice that you would expect from a Shiraz. From California, it is laid back and easy going, just like the … Continue reading
Lanchester ginger fruit wine is a special wine with a deep, spicy yet smooth flavour. It may be drunk neat as an aperatif or after a meal or with ice and soda as a long refreshing drink. Ginger wine mixes … Continue reading
Absinthe legal again.
France has lifted its ban on absinthe sales after 96 years. It was banned because of fears it could cause insanity. It has been produced in France since 2000 but could only be sold for export. With inimitable French style … Continue reading