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Wine Review: Muralhas de Moncao 2008

Posted: 10 September '09 by Niall

During our holiday in Portugal we came across the Muralhas de Moncao 2008 and “Vinho Verde”, both of which were new to us. We thought you might like a quick review.. The Details The Wine: Muralhas de Moncao 2008 Producer: Adega Cooperative Regional de Monção Region: Minho, Portugal Grape: Alvarelhao, Pedral and Vinhao Alcohol: 11%..

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Wine Review: Rocca delle Macie Chianti Classico 2006

Posted: 20 August '09 by Niall

Needing a mid-week pick-me-up, Kelly and I indulged in a bottle of chianti – here’s the review.. The Details Wine: Chianti Classico 2006 Producer: Rocca delle Macie Region: Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy Grape: A blend of 90% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo and 5% Merlot Alcohol: 12.5% Cost: £11.99 Tasting Notes The colour is a bright ruby-red,..

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Wine Review: Torres San Valentin Garnacha 2007

Posted: 17 August '09 by Niall

Last weekend we tried a new Spanish Red (well, new to us) – San Valentin from the Torres vineyards in Catalunya, Spain. It will stand out on the shelf from the rest of the Torres range – it comes complete with a little cherub hanging from the foil! The Details Wine: Torres San Valentin Garnacha..

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£25 Discount Voucher from Naked Wines

Posted: 29 July '09 by Kelly

The good people at Naked Wines have been kind enough to give our readers a £25 discount voucher – and who were we to argue! We’ve been members of Naked Wines since the site started. They’re almost like a virtual co-operative – they stock wines from smaller producers, typically ones that you just wouldn’t see..

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C’mon, lets get Naked!

Posted: 23 July '09 by Niall

I thought that would grab your attention! I’ve been a member of a few wine clubs, but the most recent is the best – www.nakedwines.com. The whole premise of the site is that it’s there to help small producers sell to buyers in the UK – wines that you would normally never see on the..

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