Chateau de Argadens Rouge 2019 vs Don't Tell Gary Shiraz 2022
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £14.99 | £14.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Chateau Argadens | — |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc | Shiraz |
| Region | Bordeaux | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Chateau de Argadens Rouge 2019
Chateau de Argadens Rouge is a thoroughly modern Bordeaux red from the Sichel family's celebrated estate. Since acquiring Chateau Argadens, the family has undertaken a vast renovation programme with the aim of making the wine a benchmark within the Bordeaux category. Aged for 12 months in oak barrels, it delivers concentrated fruit and an attractive, supple balance, consistently earning high marks in tastings and competitions. Why You'll Love It This is benchmark Bordeaux red wine from one of the region's most respected families. The Sichel family's commitment to quality and their extensive renovation of the estate has transformed Chateau Argadens into a reliable and rewarding bottle at an outstanding price. With 30-year-old vines and careful oak ageing, this wine offers the concentration and elegance that makes Bordeaux so enduringly popular. Meet the Producer The Sichel family are one of Bordeaux's most distinguished wine dynasties, with a long history of producing and promoting the wines of the region. Their stewardship of Chateau Argadens reflects a deep commitment to quality, terroir and the traditions of French winemaking . Viticulture The estate's vines average 30 years of age, providing the depth of root system and concentration of fruit that comes with maturity. Careful vineyard management ensures optimal ripeness and natural balance in every harvest. Tasting Notes Deep ruby red with garnet tints, offering fine and elegant aromas of ripe red fruit with vanilla notes. The palate is ample and round with a densely tannic structure and a deliciously lingering fruity finish. Perfect Pairings A natural partner for roast lamb, beef fillet, duck confit, hearty casseroles and mature hard cheeses. An excellent choice for both casual and special occasion dining. Grape Variety Merlot , Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc
Don't Tell Gary Shiraz 2022
Don't Tell Gary Shiraz is a striking Victorian Shiraz crafted with passion and precision by acclaimed winemaker Joanne Nash of McPherson Wines. Dark garnet in colour, it offers a rich bouquet of black cherry, blueberry and mixed spice, with subtle hints of pepper and soft oak beautifully integrated with ripe blackberry fruits. Medium-bodied with silky tannins, this is an elegant, expressive and perfectly balanced Australian red wine at an exceptional price. Why You'll Love It This is premium Victorian Shiraz crafted with a minimal intervention approach and a focus on purity of fruit. The wine is matured in 500L French oak puncheons (80% new, 20% one-year-old), creating exceptional structure and complexity. With careful winemaking and premium fruit selection, it delivers the elegance and refinement of top-quality Victorian Shiraz at outstanding value. Meet the Producer McPherson Wines, under the guidance of winemaker Joanne Nash, sources only premium Victorian Shiraz grapes. Known for her minimal intervention approach, Joanne focuses on purity of fruit and careful winemaking to produce wines of exceptional quality and character. Production Grapes are harvested from selected premium parcels and gently crushed. Primary fermentation is followed by maturation in 500L French oak puncheons, with 80% new and 20% one-year-old barrels, allowing the wine to undergo malolactic fermentation and develop structure and complexity. Minimal intervention throughout preserves the wine's natural expression. Tasting Notes Vibrant on the nose with black cherry, blueberry and spice notes. The palate is medium-bodied and silky, showing blackberry fruit, integrated oak and soft, elegant tannins. The finish is long, refined and expressive. Perfect Pairings Pairs beautifully with charcuterie and cheese, chargrilled steak, roasted lamb, hearty meat pie or barbecued meats. An excellent choice for special occasions and fine dining. Grape Variety 100% Shiraz
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