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Wednesday Wines - Episode 2

8th April 2020

Wednesday Wines By Matthew Jukes Every Wednesday, during this extraordinary ‘lockdown’ period, I will select one wine under a tenner and one wine over a tenner that I think offer particular value for money and also a huge amount of joy on both the nose and palate. These two wines are designed to lift your mood while we are all confined to our…

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7th April 2020

The Drinks Trust COVID-19 financial relief fund is now open for applications. Please read the instructions below before applying. To be eligible for the Fund, applicants will have worked in one of the roles detailed below for more than two years, either in full-time or part-time positions. The application form will remain open until…

MoneyWeek Wine Club - April 2020

7th April 2020

MoneyWeek Wine Club introduces a stunning Spring selection from Robert Rolls (t) 020 3215 0011 (w) www.robertrolls.co.uk A mixed case of 12 bottles (2 of each of the wines) is a keenly-priced £239.00. The MoneyWeek Wine Club is built on unshakable foundations, but we have felt the cold finger of Covid-19 just like everyone else. Unfortunately,…

Two Mourvèdres, a Durif, a Riesling, a Sauvignon Blanc and a Chardonnay this week

4th April 2020

I have a fascinating pair of South African Mourvèdres this week which could not be more different in flavour! All of the recipes mentioned in the reviews below are taken from Mary Berry’s Easy Easter Feast which is featured in Weekend Magazine today. 2018 Mülheimer Sonnenlay, Riesling Kabinett Feinherb, Max Fred. Richter, Mosel, Germany (£15.60,…

2018 Lagrein, Tramin, Alto Adige, Italy

3rd April 2020

First, the facts to set the scene for this remarkable wine. Cantina Tramin was founded in 1898 and it has 310 member winegrowers who stick rigidly to its carefully-tuned vine-growing mantra. With 260 hectares of vineyards, situated at between 250-850m altitude, this fruit resource here is nothing short of incredible. In 2011, this remarkable cooperative…

100 BEST AUSTRALIAN WINES 2019 /20

The Sixteenth Edition of my 100 Best Australian Wines Report represents the finest one hundred Australian wines available on the shelves in the UK for the coming twelve months.

It is designed as a balanced, modern collection of all styles of wine, including sparklers, whites, reds, sweet and fortified wines.

I endeavour to cover all price points and as many regions as possible in an effort to give you a complete Australian ‘wine list’ for the next twelve months’ worth of entertaining, cellar-building and championing. This document is, in effect, my snapshot of what is going on in Australia right now at the highest echelons of winemaking skill.

It goes without saying that every wine listed here has won its place by gaining immense scores in my notes and it has been confirmed by the various UK agents that they all have sufficient stock to see us through to the New Year and hopefully beyond.

As always, these are the only criteria for inclusion. As you read through these notes you will find that there are an additional 145 wines which appear in the copy making a grand total of 245 wines, of 100 Best grade (this highest number ever!), which appear in this Report. It is my great pleasure to bring these amazing wines to your attention.

All of my Premium Reports, including 100 Best Australian Wines, are available exclusively (and free of charge) to website Members.

Anyone looking seriously at laying down top Australian red and white wines for the long term should make a point of attending Matthew Jukes’s annual 100 Best Australian Wine Report tasting.

Robert RollsIndependent City Wine Merchant and Past Master Vintner

Absolutely fascinating. I have phoned my friend to say I am not going to make dinner because I want to taste every wine. The way your notes bring the wines to life is amazing.

Steven SpurrierDecanter & Wine Legend

The entire list is mesmerizing; your words conveying such focussed insight, with wonderful expression.

Keith TullochWinemaker

The 100 Best is a great showcase for Australia’s ever increasing number of truly fine wines. It’s a great snap shot of the great and the good, the established names and the new kids on the block. The price range is impressive from good value supermarket wines right up to Grange. Matthew’s notes on the wines and wineries are precise, insightful and make you want to try the wines.

Steve DanielHallgarten & Novum Wines

I really enjoyed the 100 Aussies and I also really enjoyed your tasting notes – full of energy and precision.

Christian SeelyAXA Millésimes

It was genuinely one of the best wine evenings that I have attended.

Jon CarsonCarson Wines

What I love about 100 Best is seeing Australia evolve and progress, plus the surprises that are always on the table.

Adrian AtkinsonWakefield Wines

It’s the most elegant and balanced line up of Australian wines that I have tasted.

Elliot AwinABS Wine Agencies

The diversity of 100 Best is most impressive. What is interesting is that it doesn’t come down to region but winemakers intent and confidence – it’s a truly exciting range.

Sarah AhmedThe Wine Detective

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