I selected based on 3 different searches (I) Italian Reds, (ii) Medium bodied (ii) Society everyday drinking favourites and I think I have ended up with a great line up.
The first bottle we opened was the ‘Frascole’ Chianti - and I can tell you it was light, fruity and delicious!
Some nice looking choices there @Eileen !
The only one of those I’ve tried is the Poderi Colla Barbera, which was very nice. That chianti is arriving on Thursday, though, so I’m very glad to hear it’s good!
A delicious and diverse voyage of discovery awaits…
Thanks all for the warm welcome and nice comments! I’m excited about trying new wines and sharing my thoughts… There is so much choice I am also looking forward to following up on some of your recommendations. With Christmas just around the corner there are further exciting wine / sherry / port choices to be made!
Welcome @Eileen! Cracking line-up there - I’ve had the Domaine Laborie more times than I care to count and it’s always a treat.
You’ll have to tell us which of the two Chiantis you liked best? Personally I haven’t tried either of these so would be very interested to hear which of them stood out for you.
The Lacarelle is a cracking Bojo! WIne from the estate has long been a key component in the blend for The Society’s Beaujolais-Villages. And the Colla is a perennial favourite. Welcome to your Society, Eileen!
My journey of discovery continued last night with the Rioja… I think the bottle was a little too cold as the initial taste was quite acidic. After is warmed up and had a chance to breathe it had a rounder / fuller flavour but I would not have said this was a typical Rioja. A nice wine but not one for my favourites list.