The Cellar Team Reds Case of Six
“The top tips from the team here at Waitrose Cellar HQ”Case at a glance
Those who work with wine are often very passionate about it, so it's little surprise the Waitrose Cellar team are first port of call for a wine tip at Waitrose HQ. Here are six of the most popular red wine recommendations.
Quantities: 6
Bin: 740105
2 x Les Chartrons Bordeaux Bordeaux, France, Alc vol:13.00%
Les Chartrons was built on land that belonged to a monastery (or ‘chartreux’), and was also home to 18th-century wine traders. This wine is 60% Merlot, bringing juicy blackberry flavours, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, lending structure, and the remainder Cabernet Franc. Stylish and deliciously approachable, it’s perfect with roast lamb.
2 x Santa Julia Reserve Valle de Uco Bonarda Mendoza, Argentina, Alc vol:14.00%
With layers of black cherry and notes of vanilla and spices. This is a smooth and velvety red with the softest of tannins.
2 x Araldica Barbera d’Asti Superiore Piedmont , Italy, Alc vol:14.00%
Warm, spicy aromas of blueberries and plums are complemented by subtle, smoky notes. The palate is rich and generous with juicy cherry and more plum fruit, and meaty, spicy notes beneath. Soft oak tannins offer an extra dimension to the texture. Try this wine with a traditional, richly flavoured lasagne or a hearty stew
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