A lightly aromatic wine with an abundance of juicy red fruit aromas. Bright & flavoursome with supple tannins that are beautifully integrated. The acidity is just right to keep the wine lively & refreshing. ...

This light red wine has plentiful red fruit aromas, cherries & raspberries. Its is fleshy & soft with juicy fruit & lively acidity. The supple tannins are ripe & light, the finish is silky & persistent. ...

A deep ruby red colour, fresh & aromatic on the nose, with subtle & beautifully integrated tannin. ...

The Muscat expresses itself with finesse. Delicate flavours tingle the tongue with notes of pear & apricot. Domaine de Durban is located in the hills to the east of the village of Beaumes-de-Venise & is owned & run by Madame Leydier & her son. It is from the Muscat grape variety that the famous vin doux naturel of Beaumes-de-Venise is made. Bernard Leydier claims that their wines are so much more aromatic, opulent & delicately coloured than others because they use 100% Muscat de Frontignan a Petits Grains Blancs
- as opposed to the Muscat de Frontignan a Grains Noirs cultivated by most other producers in the village. This is the outstanding estate in a village otherwise dominated by a co-operative & several large negociants. Production is traditional. in stainless steel tank at 15 degrees centigrade, bringing a volume of 7 to 10% neutral alcohol, to limit fermentation to a density of Approx. 1050 so that at least 110 grams of sugar remain per litre. Limited stock.
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Aromas of lemons & citrus fruit with a hint of stony minerality. Round smooth mouthfeel with apple & lemon flavours. The finish is lively with well-balanced acidity. All in all a classy glass of Chardonnay. ...

Ripe aromas of sweet-ripe fruit overlaid with an intriguing nuance of spice mingled with the warmth of sunny summers; round, smooth flavours layered with a fresh streak follow with some depth leading to a friendly & satisfying finish. ...

Instantly appealing, perfumed, fresh, generous fruit & full-bodied flavours which develop layers of complexity interwoven with notes of liquorice & soft spice. The keynotes of freshness, fruit & finesse linger long into the finish. ...

Brilliant depth of colour, appealing aromas of ripe red fruits & warm dry summers, & a plentiful body of fruit on the palate layered with freshness & structure. An easy-drinking, vivaciously fruity red wine with a refreshingly dry finish which is fantastic both with or without food. ...

An elegant golden colour. Powerful, this wine develops a great aromatic complexity of white & candied fruits. This complexity extends into a fleshy palate, spicy & harmonious. ...

Deep violet & a perfectly ripe nose. The Cabernet Franc is fully expressed with spicy & peppery nuances, which complements the ripe black fruit. The roundness of the large & fleshy mouth comes with long & persistent tannins. ...