Weekend wine

Back in the UK this weekend, alone as Nancy is flying down to Spain next week for our Easter trip. Friday night I had a evening out in London, meeting up with Stuart,an old friend from University. In honour of my forthcomig move to Belgium we went to a Belgium/ Dutch pub called the Lowlander. A good evening trying out the different Trappist beers.

Some wines from the weekend.

Agapito Rico
Carchelo
Cianza 2003
Jumilla
Spain

Agapito Rico is one of the more international focused Jumilla wineries and has a good following in America. The base of the wine is Monestrell, which is the dominant grape of the region, and this has been matured in small oak barrels for a year. It’s a deep bright red. Smooth and a touch elegant. Smooth soft style. Spiciness and red fruit add to the creamy texture. Very good. 8.5/10. 7.50€.

Tingleup
Great Southern
Western Australia
Riesling 2007

This is part of the Tesco finest range. Purfumed peachy nose. Touch of sherbet comes across. Dry taste. Citric and white blossom. Petrol hints in classic Riesling. Long finish with hints of tea. Good easy example of Australian Riesling. Good value. 8/10. £6.99.