El Castilla Syrah 2024 vs Les Oliviers Merlot Mourvedre Pays D'Oc 2024
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £10.99 | £10.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | El Castilla | Les Oliviers |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Syrah | Merlot |
| Country | Spain | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
El Castilla Syrah 2024
El Castilla Syrah is a vibrant, expressive red that delivers the classic hallmarks of the variety dark fruit, black pepper, and smoky spice at a price that makes it an effortless everyday choice. Hand-harvested at peak ripeness, oak aged for depth, and built around fine tannins and a smooth, lingering finish, this is a Syrah that over-delivers at every turn. Why You'll Love It Syrah at its most approachable and satisfying. Carefully selected grapes from vineyards that allow for optimal ripening give El Castilla Syrah a concentration and intensity that belies its price point. Whether you're pairing it with food or simply enjoying a glass on its own, this is a wine that never disappoints full-bodied, balanced, and brimming with character. Vineyard & Production Grapes are hand-harvested at peak ripeness, destemmed, and gently crushed before fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Post-fermentation maceration enhances colour, tannin structure, and aromatic complexity. The wine is then aged in oak barrels to integrate flavours and add additional depth and roundness. Tasting Notes Deep ruby with violet highlights. The nose reveals aromas of blackberries, plums, black pepper, and subtle hints of smoked spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and balanced rich dark fruit, fine tannins, and a lingering, smooth finish. Perfect Pairings A versatile red for bold, flavourful food. Excellent with grilled meats, barbecue, game, hearty stews, and mature cheeses. Also a great match for slow-cooked lamb or a smoky beef burger. The Blend Syrah 100% — Spain . Oak aged. 75cl bottle.
Les Oliviers Merlot Mourvedre Pays D'Oc 2024
A characterful Southern French twist on Merlot, Les Oliviers Merlot has some Mourvèdre which has combining ripe, luscious fruit with subtle spice and Mediterranean herbal notes. Meet the producer Boutinot France has a long and fascinating history, starting as a small wine importer and evolving into a producer and distributor of high-quality French wines. Their team focuses on selecting exceptional vineyard plots and crafting wines that reflect the character of their terroir while remaining approachable and easy-drinking. Production In the sun-drenched vineyards of the Languedoc, a single plot of Merlot provides ripe, juicy fruit, while a carefully selected plot of Mourvèdre contributes a touch of spice and structure. Grapes are hand-harvested, de-stemmed, and macerated at cool temperatures to preserve freshness. Fermentation takes place without oak, allowing the natural fruit and varietal expression to shine. The final blend is then carefully assembled. Tasting notes Brightly perfumed with hints of lavender, followed by classic Merlot flavours of red summer berries, plums, and damsons. Mourvèdre adds subtle warmth, spice, and a green, herby edge on the finish. Food match Enjoy on its own or pair with hearty pasta dishes and Mediterranean recipes featuring tomatoes, olives, or anchovies. Grape Merlot 80%, Mourvèdre 20%
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