Country: Hungary Region: Szekszárd
Varietal: Kekfrankos Vintage: 2016
Colour: Red Style: Dry
Producer: Takler Wine Estate
Description:
Despite the fact that winemaking in Hungary is at least a 2000 year tradition, the modern wine industry only dates from the fall of the communist system 30 years ago. Szekszárd, located in the south of Hungary, is where you can find the family run Sebestyén boutique winery, now recognised as one of the top boutique wineries from the region, established by brother and sister Csaba and Csilla in 1998. They are reclaiming the region as their own with a style focusing on the local terroir, and are looking to create wines of elegance and refinement from local varietals: Kekfrankos and Kadarka (the results are spectacular!).
Tasting Note:On the nose, dominant notes of sour and black cherry are completed with a touch of Szekszárd spiciness. On the palate are lots of red berries and a long length with silky tannins.
Food Matches: Try with mildly spiced Middle Eastern or Asian foods
Country: France Region: Saint Emilion, Bordeaux
Varietal: 90% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc
Vintage: 2019 Colour: Red Style: Dry
Producer: Chateau Pipeau
Description:Since the beginning Château Pipeau stood out by the quality of its wine. The Mestreguilhem family have always farmed their vineyard and vinified the grapes with the utmost care. This level of requirement was passed down through the generations and nowadays Richard and Brigitte rigorously keep the tradition alive.
A good wine starts with a sound fruit. Richard and Brigitte produce only one cuvee, hence the importance to have an excellent raw material. They engaged in a sustainable approach to reduce their impact on the environment.
Tasting Notes:Beautiful intense hue. Nose: red and black fruits, mocha. Palate: light first taste, then develops beautiful aromas, a hint of astringency. Short finish but beautiful and intense. Match with food: white meat. Comments: to drink within a few years with great pleasure.
Food Matches: Red Meat / Venison / Soft Cheese / Venison