Lionel Osmin & Cie Cahors Malbec

Lionel Osmin & Cie Cahors MalbecThis Cahors from Lionel Osmin is very typical of Malbec from Cahors rich, full bodied and concentrated with a wealth of blackcurrant and dark fruits, notes of clove tinged spice and Mediterranean herbs. Very dark colour, powerful and complex with grippy tannins. This is a great match to a variety of dishes, especially confit duck, coq au vin and hard cheeses. The area around Cahors produces wine, primarily robust and tannic red wine. Wine from the

alongside tea and herbal aromas that give a savoury edge

were used in the blend

Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are vinified separately

making it a wonderfully versatile wine that pairs effortlessly with charcuterie

Unoaked Mencia that's juicy and fruity with a lot of complexity

This is a wine of fantastic value that's characteristically fragrant and crunchy

proximity to the sea and the clay limestone soils vines grow on provide the perfect conditions for the Picpoul grape

It is fresh yet layered and complex with great finesse and depth of flavour

plus a touch of winter spice

Domaine Bulliat Beaujolais-Villages Bibine is an expressive

thanks to some bottle age

The wine is smooth and creamy