2 crowd pleasing reds from around France and Italy that are nicely balanced. Varieties include Corvina and Carignan.
Montresor, Corvina, Verona x3
Vibrant aromas of red berry fruits, with floral notes and hints of tangerine zest. The palate has fresh redcurrant and cherry characters, bright acidity and light, supple tannins. Think Valpolicella but without the price tag.
Jais Noir, Carignan, Roussillon x3
Between Corbieres and the Mediterranean, the small yields from this area and its unique soils and landscape give distinctive wines with personality. This wine is intense and complex with dark, rich fruit, delicate tannins and smooth mouthfeel. Stainless steel was used to maintain the freshness and purity of fruit from the old, bush-vine Carignan.
Duck confit or shoulder of lamb. As a vegetarian option lentil and bean stew would compliment the wine just as well.
