What we tasted in May 2023

In May we had a change to our planned presentation with an exciting range of wines selected and presented by members of our committee from Evingtons of Leicester. Many thanks to all who stepped up to make it a fantastic and enjoyable evening.

1. Jean Paul Balland 2021 Sancerre, France (Sauvignon Blanc)

2. Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett VDP 2017 Mosel, Germany (Riesling)

3. Pewsey Vale, ‘The Contours’, Museum Reserve 2016 Eden Valley, Australia (Riesling)

4. Domaine Sève, ‘Aux Chailloux’ 2021 AC Pouilly-Fuissé 1er Cru, France Chardonnay

5. Dalrymple 2020 Pipers river, Tasmania (Pinot Noir)

6. Urbina, Gran Reserva 2004 Rioja, Spain (Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo)

7. Domaine Bila-Haut, ‘Occultum Lapidem’ 2018 AOP Côtes du Roussillon Villages, France (Syrah, Grenache, Carignan)

8. Comboio do Vesúvio 2018 Douro, Portugal (Tinto Roriz, Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca)

   
   

   

   
   

What we tasted in April 2023

In April we welcomed Dan Ruell of Mentzendorff who presented an excellent range of wines from their portfolio. We all enjoyed a very entertaining presentation of some quality wines.

For more information:

Web: mentzendorff.co.uk

1. Ayala Brut Nature NV, France

2. Ayala Le Blanc de Blancs 2016, France

3. Tapanappa Piccadilly Valley Chardonnay, Picadilly Valley 2020, Australia

4. Ciacci Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte, Italy

5. Tapanappa Foggy Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir, Fleurieu Peninsula 2021, Australia

6. Tapanappa Whalebone Vineyard2017, Australia

7. Turkey Flat Shiraz 2018, Australia

8. Langlois-Chateau, Coteaux de Saumur Les Beaugrands 2020, France

   
   

   

   
   

Next tasting - 14th April

In April we welcome the return of Mentzendorff who will be presenting a range of wines from their portfolio.

For more information:

Web: mentzendorff.co.uk

Note that Members are required to confirm attendance at the next tasting and paying the tasting fee in advance. It will not be possible for guests to attend or for members to simply turn up on the night owing to space limitations.