Pasta and wine

2008 Urban Malbec, Bodegas O. Fournier A lovely example of Argentina’s trademark grape. Good concentration and structure, intense plum and blackberry fruit tied up nicely with fresh acidity. Crying out for an Argentinian steak! A Jancis Robinson ’Wine of the Week’ in a previous vintage!... read more..

2008 Vigne Nuove Trebbiano, Valle Reale Whilst we originally only considered the reds from Valle Reale, one taste of this and we were convinced to take their white too! Medium weight with flavours of pear and apple and a soft finish.... read more..

2009 Woodthorpe Sauvignon Blanc, Te Mata Woodthorpe is a 210 hecatre vineyard with an ideal aspect on elevated north-facing river terraces in Hawkes Bay – originally a colonial settlement, militia encampment and staging post! Lovely aromatics on the nose, ripe tropical, citrus notes on th... read more..

2008 Urban Tempranillo, Bodegas O. Fournier Argentina with a Spanish twist! Mendoza brings out the very best in Rioja’s favourite grape rich, ripe strawberry fruit and a touch of cinnamon spice.... read more..

2009 Urban Torrontes, Bodegas O. Fournier A crisp, refreshing take on a local favourite – packed with fresh pear and kiwi fruit, crisp minerality. A must-try for jaded palates!... read more..

2005 B-Crux Blend, Bodegas O. Fournier A stunning blend of Tempranillo, Merlot & Syrah - Argentina at it’s very best. Rich plum and damson fruit, vanilla notes, plus a lovely lift of violet aromas. Drinking beautifully – first class.... read more..

2006 A-Crux Malbec, Bodegas O. Fournier Nobody does Malbec like Fournier – a wonderful dark, brooding, plum pudding-packed dream of a wine. Bring on great steak for a match made in Argentina.... read more..

2007 Luccio Red Blend, Pikes Sangiovese/Cabernet Sauvignon/Petit Verdot A real one-off savoury Sangiovese plus pure Cabernet blackcurrant fruit and a touch of black pepper from the Petit Verdot make for a barbecue classic.... read more..

2008 Luccio White Blend, Pikes Pinot Grigio/Chardonnay/Sauvignon Blanc A stylish flavour explosion! Take the perfume of Pinot Grigio, add a pinch of Chardonnay peach fruit, with crisp, clean Sauvignon and you are onto a winner.... read more..

2005 Hollaia, Hollick Estate Ian Hollick’s tribute to his favourite Supertuscans. First-rate Sangiovese plus warm, minty Coonawarra Cabernet – a match made in wine heaven. A Jancis Robinson Wine of the Week!... read more..

2005 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon, Hollick Estate The Cabernet has wonderful complexity with mint, cassis and black fruits, food friendly tannins and balanced acidity. A Coonawarra classic.... read more..

2006 The Dancing Fig, Coriole Estate A reference to the ’dancing’ fig trees that dot the estate as they are cooled by the southern sea breeze. 90% Shiraz, with Mourvedre adding a savoury, earthy backnote – spicy, lush, with lovely violet aromas adding lift and elegance.... read more..

2007 Murphy’s Shiraz, Trentham Estate Rich, plum and damson filled Shiraz of the highest order a gentle touch of black pepper on the long, balanced finish.... read more..