Squealing Pig Primitivo

Grapes from the provinces of Brindisi and Taranto. Hand harvested during the early morning to avoid high temperatures. Bunches are de-stemmed and gently pressed, without damaging the delicate skin. Fermentation at controlled temperature for: 8-10 days. Five months ageing in: American Oak Barrels of: 2nd and 3rd use. Suggested Food Pairings:

Wine at a Glance
Country: Italy
Region: Puglia
Alcohol: 13.8% ABV

Tasting Profile: The palate is a complete delight, rich with black cherry and plum flavours, a liquorice edge, balanced by a soft tannin structure. Aromas of berry fruit flavours, blackcurrants and prunes, with hints of balsamic and cinnamon.

Style & Character
Sweetness: Dry · Tannin: Soft · Oak: Present

Serving: Serve at 16–18°C; in warm weather, 20 minutes in the fridge before pouring gets it there.

Squealing Pig Chardonnay

Squealing Pig Chardonnay is a white wine (Marlborough, New Zealand).

Wine at a Glance
Country: New Zealand
Region: Marlborough
Alcohol: 13% ABV

Tasting Profile: The nose is salivatingly crisp like a summer saladbursting with juicy pineapple and lemon pith, backed up by melon with notes of walnut and French oak. The palate is practically exploding out of the glass it has so much energyweighty and refreshing, with layers of ripe rock melon, toasted almond and a hint of squeezed lemon. Tangy ripe citrus up front leads to a focused yet textural finish of peach and oak with delicious balance.

Style & Character
Sweetness: Dry · Acidity: Fresh · Oak: Present

Food Pairing: The finish is pure and clean, making it a great wine to serve as an aperitif or to cleanse the palate alongside creamy cheeses, roast chicken, or hearty pasta dishes. It’s also a natural match, for anything from the sea, including fresh oysters, grilled fish, and shrimp.

Serving: Serve chilled at 8–12°C.

Matua Rosé

Elegant, dry & Un-Oaked, nice pinkish light salmon colour.

Wine at a Glance
Country: New Zealand
Alcohol: 13.5% ABV

Tasting Profile: Refreshingly fruit, like a sip of summer. This is just our second vintage of Pinot Noir Rosé and it’s packed with deliciously ripe summer fruits. We’re talking about wild strawberry, nectarine, red currents, cranberry, and peach flowing through to a crisp, dry finish. Mouth-wateringly good!

Style & Character
Sweetness: Dry · Acidity: Fresh · Oak: Present

Food Pairing: A fresh salad of mango and chopped mint with pan-seared fish and a drizzle of lime juice.

Serving: Serve chilled at 8–10°C.

Matua Pinot Noir

Matua Pinot Noir is a red wine (Marlborough, New Zealand).

Wine at a Glance
Country: New Zealand
Region: Marlborough
Alcohol: 13% ABV

Tasting Profile: This Pinot Noir is a vibrant cherry colour, exuding an aroma of sweet raspberry complimented with sweet and spicy oak, just hinting at the layers and depth of fresh and fruity flavour. Bright and energetic to taste, it is brimming with red fruit and soft, supple tannins, perfectly seasoned with a dash of oak for those light toasty notes. For the finale is a fresh, lingering finish that is simply moreish.

Style & Character
Sweetness: Dry · Acidity: Fresh · Tannin: Soft · Oak: Present

Food Pairing: The finish is pure and clean, making it a great wine to serve as an aperitif or to cleanse the palate alongside creamy cheeses, roast chicken, or hearty pasta dishes. It’s also a natural match, for anything from the sea, including fresh oysters, grilled fish, and shrimp.

Serving: Serve at 14–16°C — lightly cool.

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Dos Almas Reserva Chardonnay

Dos Almas Reserva Chardonnay is a white wine (Casablanca Valley, Chile).

Wine at a Glance
Country: Chile
Region: Casablanca Valley
Alcohol: 13% ABV

Tasting Profile: The nose is elegant and expressive with prominent aromas of tropical fruit such as pineapple, with soft notes of vanilla and dried fruits contributed by the ageing in French oak. On the palate, this wine displays a good body and delicious acidity. The finish is soft and dominated by tropical fruit and smooth vanilla.

Food Pairing: Pair with soft cheeses, cream-based dishes, pastas and red meats such as pork and lamb.

Serving: Serve chilled at 8–12°C.

Dos Almas Gran Reserva Pinot Noir

Cellaring this wine, can be aged for up to: 5 years (in good cellaring conditons).

Wine at a Glance
Country: Chile
Region: Casablanca Valley
Alcohol: 13% ABV

Tasting Profile: 2017 was characterised by medium to high temperatures, in the: Casablanca Valley. This lead, to a fast ripening of the grapes, and a richer more concentrated fruit. The harvest, tookmplace between: 25th March & 10th April, at which point the grapes were showing optimum organoleptic qualities of aromas, as well as ripeness of tannins.

Food Pairing: Pair with semi-ripe cow or goat’s cheese. It allows, for a wide spectrum of food options. Particularly, beef, pork, and game. Stews, and spicy dishes. Also, pairs well with charcuterie and grilled sausages.

Serving: Serve at 14–16°C — lightly cool.

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