What we tasted in November 2025

Brazilian Wines!

In November we were treated to an unexpected treat by Nicholas Corfe of Go Brazil. Unfortunately I could not be present, but I was told that the wines were very well recieved and the Nicholas gave an excellent presentation. Although Brazil is clearly a tropical country, most of its wine is produced near the southern border with Uruguay (which also prduces some fabulous wines).

A sparkling brut Blanc de Noir, three white wines and four red wines were tasted; these covered a good range of price points and ages. People were happy to place orders afterwards.

For more information: https://www.gobrazilwines.com

The wines tasted were:

1. Família Geisse, Blanc de Noir brut, sparkling; Serra Gaúcha, 2021. Pinot Noir.

2. Campos de Cima, Três Bocas branco; Região da Campanha, 2023. Assyrtiko, Arinto, Alvarinho.

3. Pizzato, Chardonnay des Chardonnays; Vale dos Vinhedos, 2023. Chardonnay.

4. Pizzato PP Semillon; Vale dos Vinhedos, 2022. Semillon.

5. Don Guerino, Origine 1880; Alto Feliz, 2022. Terodego.

6. Campos de Cima, Dos Netos; Campanha Gaúcha, NV. Ruby Cabernet, Tannat.

7. Pizzato Gran Reserva Concertus; Vale dos Vinhedos, 2021. Merlot, Tannat, Cabernet Sauvignon.

8. Gauspari, Vista da Serra; Espírito Santo de Pinhal, 2018. Syrah.

   
   
   
   

   

Nicholas Corfe of Go Brazil Wines and Spirits

Next tasting - Friday 14th November

Brazilian Wines!

Web: https://www.gobrazilwines.com

On 14th November we welcome Nicholas Corfe, MD of Go Brazil Wines & Spirits.

Founded in 2010, Go Brazil is the UK’s only specialist importer of Brazilian wines and we are looking forward to what promises to be a fascinating tasting, featuring labels from a broad range of producers and regions. As Nicholas, a Portuguese speaker and regular visitor to Brazil, highlights: modern Brazilian winemaking actually dates back to the late 19th century and, although not widely available in the UK, the wines that are now exported are of a high quality and distinctive from other South American countries.

Please register your intention to attend by paying in the usual manner, as per the attached guidance. It is very helpful to us if you are able to pay by Friday November 7th.

What we tasted in October 2025

Uncover Europe’s Best-Kept Wine Secret - The wines of Moldova

In October we were very glad to have Martin and Galina Flowers from InKnotts Wine Ltd present from their extensive range of Moldovan wines. Situated between Romania and Ukraine, Moldova has had grape cultivation for over 6,000 years. Following Russian embargoes, the EU gave Moldovan wine duty-free access in 2014. Moldovan wines are now regularly winning medals in international competitions, including the coveted title of Best Red Wine in the World (2022). Moldova is the 6th largest wine producer in Europe, making wine from renowned international grapes and indigenous varieties found nowhere else.

Ranging from a delightful sparkling rosé, through highly aromatic whites and excellent reds to a super-sweet Riesling, we had a great introduction to this largely-undiscovered wine-producing country. Martin and Galina also brought small plates of tasty savoury Moldovan snacks for everyone to try.

For more information: https://inknotts.com

The wines tasted were:

1. Corten, Cuvee de Prestige rosé, sparkling; Valul lui Traian, NV. Pinot Noir.

2. Corten, Vin Sec Alb; Valul lui Traian, 2024. Viorica.

3. Divus, Domeniile Vorniceni; Codru, 2024. Floricica.

4. Château Pucari, Orange; Ştefan-Vodǎ, 2023. Rkatsiteli.

5. Château Pucari, Rosé; Ştefan-Vodǎ, 2024. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Rarǎ Neagrǎ.

6. Fautor, Altitudine 310, Valul lui Traian, 2022. Merlot, Rarǎ Neagrǎ.

7. Corten, Vin Sec Roşu; Valul lui Traian, 2021. Feteascǎ Neagrǎ.

8. Château Pucari, Saperavi de Paucari; IGP Ştefan-Vodǎ, 2022. Saperavi.

9. Asconi, Ice Wine; Codru, 2023. Riesling

   
   

   

   
   

Martin and Galina Flowers of InKnotts Wine Ltd