Search results for "Dona Paula 'Altitude 969'":

Garnet in colour, with an expressive nose of red fruit notes, perfectly balanced by delicate forest and fine spice aromas Easy and approachable from the first sip, the character develops on the palate into a wine of excellent volume and fine texture This embodies all the freshness and elegance that the Tinta Francisca and Touriga Nacional grapes deliver when planted at an altitude of 430 metres, in a vineyard with with a north-facing aspect: seductively soft, with restrained alcohol and a fresh, elegant finish

This lovely and unique Lebanese white has beautifully distinctive aromas of oranges, jasmine, honeysuckle, and mango It is superbly well-balanced: fresh and refreshing, with satisfying completeness of texture and a long, elegant finish Exceptionally delicious

High altitude Pinot Noir, perfumed with cherries and damsons, overseen by a scented waft of cinnamon

A full bodied, yet elegant Cornas, with a fresh, spicy bouquet of raspberry, Morello cherry and subtle smoky notes Beautifully structured, with supreme balance and a long, supple finish

This is a masterful Pinot Noir that fully takes advantage of that magical combination of high-altitude cool climate and luminosity, basalt soils and Planeta's exceptional expertise It has the complexity and structure of Premier Cru Burgundy, with a little more softness and approachability Bravissimo!

Flavours of baked apple and apricot with lovely floral and nutty, toasty tones, textured, rich and complex

Crasto's varietal Touriga Nacional comes from two of Crasto's higher-altitude vineyards, averaging 300m elevation There is an array of individual plots, and the winemaking team can select those best-suited to the growing season: in warmer years, those facing north and east fare better, while in cooler conditions plots with southerly or westerly aspect are selected This has a classy, cool blueberry, black cherry fruit character with a seasoning of vanilla, white pepper and cream After a little time in the glass, glorious spiced lily, freesia and honeysuckle scents emerge The expressive aromas, succulent texture and fabulous purity and finesse make this really irresistible straight away But if by dint of some superhuman self-control you manage to keep some back, it will undoubtedly reward cellaring

An unpronounceable name, but an extraordinarily wonderful wine This is a special project by the winemaker of top Ribera del Duero estate, Pago de Carraovejas, to revive some tiny, old vineyards, which are the very highest in the region - at 1,076 metres elevation (1,076 is the meaning of the name Milsetentayseis) Thanks to the altitude and vine age (up to nearly a century old), the wine has fabulous fruit concentration and freshness, and an amazing, super-silky texture, all of which arise from the intensely sunny days yet decidedly chilly nights through the growing season Its beautiful balance suggests that it could be cellared for several years, however its fabulous silkiness means that there is nothing to stop you tucking in straight away!

A concentrated and fleshy Marsanne, with delicate aromas of honey flowers, apricot and a charming smoky note underpinned by bright minerality

Absolutely beautiful young Riesling aromas of peach, juicy mango and fresh papaya, alongside distinctive notes of Mount Etna alpine herbs The alluring scent makes taking a sip irresistible, and on the palate it's dry and crisp and yet not overly sharp Wonderfully soft-textured, with tangy mandarin orange and mango flavours Absolutely delicious! The history of Etna is studded with the volcanic eruptions which have shaped it The eruption (eruzione) of 1614 is legendary: lasting ten years and the longest ever recorded, it halted right on the edge of the vineyards of Sciaranuova A very evocative name for the Planeta Cru dell'Etna At the time of planting the vineyards, in keeping with their spirit of research, Planeta planted a small vineyard of Riesling - a variety which loves altitude and lava soils

A well textured, silky and full-bodied wine delivering traditional earthy and gamey flavours Concentrated and savoury yet elegant Chateauneuf

A traditional yet modern style Chateauneuf with an elegant and velvety red berried quality complemented by savoury liquorice through to a fine and long finish

A captivating white from the legendary Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, crafted by Domaine de la Solitude with the precision and elegance the region demands. This wine marries the warmth of southern Rhône terroir with the freshness of white varietals, primarily Grenache Blanc and Clairette, delivering a complex, mineral-driven profile with notes of stone fruit, herbs, and subtle spice.Brilliant pale gold in colour, it opens with aromatic intensity and unfolds on the palate with impressive structure and balance. The finish is clean and persistent, making it equally at home as an aperitif or paired with seafood, poultry, or Mediterranean cuisine.A benchmark expression of white Châteauneuf-du-Pape, one of the world's most sought-after dry whites, from a domaine with over two centuries of winemaking heritage. Best enjoyed at 10–12°C.