Happy Mix & Match

Seductive black fruit, cracked pepper and spice. An elegant rather than powerful Syrah, more akin to the Northern Rhône than much of the 'New World'.

Vacqueyras Vieilles Vignes Tardieu-Laurent 2017

Peter Sisseck's long awaited fino, produced following his purchase of Bodega San Francisco Javier in Jerez. This fino comes from Pago Balbaina which spans over 8ha.

Annonce de Belair-Monange Grand Cru St-Emilion 2018

100% Nerello Mascalese, planted at 550m altitude. Lying on the edge of a lava flow, this tends to have a more rounded, ebullient style. The 2017 offers a seductive combination of savoury, volcanic minerals and pretty, very pure, sweetly-perfumed berry fruit. Floral and elegant, it wears red fruits proudly on its sleeve, focused and delightful. Wonderfully accessible, with hints of spice, this is lovely, through to a long, precise finish. Wine Spectator’s Insider Weekly – 92 Points