Tannins - What are they and what do they do? - Decanter
WEBNov 1, 2021 · Tannins are a type of bitter and astringent chemical compounds that belongs to a larger group called polyphenols. They occur abundantly in nature, namely in the bark of many trees and in a variety of leaves, legumes and fruits, including grapes. Tannin molecules are typically much larger than those found in other types of …
Marks & Spencer wines: Top picks for autumn and winter
WEBOct 23, 2023 · Nothing new among the sweet and fortified wines either, however their higher sugar and alcohol contents helps preserve their vibrancy and shelf life. In addition to the 2016 L’Or du Ciron Sauternes (£14/37.5cl), Martinez Dolce Superiore Riserva Marsala (£8/37.5cl), Lustau Pedro Ximénez Sherr y (£9/37.5cl) and Special Reserve Port Decanter ...
The best VSOP Cognacs: eight to try - Decanter
WEBOct 22, 2021 · Hine Rare VSOP. Hine has long been a Cognac for wine lovers, and never more obviously than in this Fine Champagne blend, which means a combination of fruit from Grande and Petite Champagne, with Grande Champagne in the majority. Jasmine, honeysuckle, a basket of juicy tropical fruit, plus creamy vanilla. An …
Pétrus wine: Behind the Legend - Decanter
WEBNov 2, 2004 · Pétrus is defined, intense and untamed, both a revelation and a mystery – and infinitely, stunningly good. In terms of prestige, excellence and standing, it doesn’t come much bigger or better than Pomerol’s finest, Pétrus wine. Serena Sutcliffe MW steps inside the fabled world that is Château Pétrus.
Decanting wine: when and how to do it - Decanter
WEBDec 21, 2021 · 6. Gently pour from an angled bottle into the decanter, avoiding splashing the wine as it goes into the container. If decanting a red wine, stop just after the point when you start to see deposits appear in the neck of the bottle. 7. Seriously consider decanting premium white wines (or those where a reductive winemaking approach has been used).
Best wine with steak: What to choose - Decanter
WEBApr 3, 2023 · Five classics for red wine with steak. Cabernet Sauvignon. Malbec. Grenache / Shiraz blends. Syrah / Shiraz. Sangiovese. An evening with a succulent, juicy steak and a delicious bottle of wine is one of life’s great pleasures, at least for meat lovers. It’s always fun to experiment when it comes to wine and food pairing but here are some go ...
Best Italian wines: A selection of the greatest - Decanter.com
WEBMay 8, 2021 · Predictably Tuscany and Piedmont feature heavily with all four 100-point wines coming from Tuscany – three Brunellos followed by a world-beating SuperTuscan.A smattering of Barolo and Langhe wines fly the flag for Piedmont, while the Veneto is in the mix too thanks to a single-vineyard Amarone della Valpolicella from one of the region’s best-known producers.
Best French wines: 100 point scores - Decanter
WEBJun 17, 2021 · Credit: I. Glory / Alamy Stock Photo. France has more 100-point wines in our database than any other country - unsurprising really, considering it's home to the fine wine strongholds of Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne and the Rhône valley... France is one of the leading wine-producing countries by volume, and it’s the source of some world ...
Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021: report and top-scoring wines
WEBDec 2, 2022 · Matt Walls’ top-scoring Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021 wines: The wines below all scored 96 points or above, and are listed white then red in score order. After tasting more than 400 Rhône 2021 wines, Matt Walls reflects on the successes of both the reds and whites in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Brunello di Montalcino 2016: vintage report and top wines
WEBApr 20, 2021 · The 2016 vintage offers structured, ageworthy wines with profound depth, soaring acidity and plenty of drinking pleasure. With this latest release of Brunello, it is finally Montalcino’s moment to bask in the glories of Tuscany’s 2016 vintage. ‘If we could control the weather by thermostat, 2016 is exactly how we would set it,’ declares ...
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