Grand Union Wine Society

Pisano Family Wines

Many thanks to Scott from Ellis of Richmond for presenting the Pisano Family Wines of Uruguay.  We all had a fantastic evening.

Web: pisanowines.com
Web: ellisofrichmond.co.uk
Tel: 020 8744 5550
Email: info@ellis-wines.co.uk

1. Viognier Rio de Los Pajaros 2010
2. Torrontes Rio de Los Pajaros 2010
3. Tannat Rio de Los Pajaros 2007
4. Tannat Estate Bottled Family Reserve 2007
5. Petit Verdot Estate Bottled Family Reserve 2007
6. Tannat Syrah Viognier Rio de Los Pajaros 2008
7. Pinot Noir Rio de Los Pajaros 2008
8. Viognier Torrontes Late Harvest Fabula 2006

In November we welcome the wines from Bodegas Pisano of Uruguay.

For more information:

Web: pisanowines.com

Note that Members are contacted by a member of the Committee each month to commit to attendance at the tasting. Unfortunately, it is not possible for members or guests to simply ‘turn up on the night’ owing to space limitations and the need to arrange catering in advance.

Turkey Flat Vineyards

Many thanks to Antony Davis and Iain Phillips from Mentzendorff for presenting the wines of Turkey Flat Vineyards, Australia.  We all had a fantastic evening.

Web: turkeyflat.com.au
Web: mentzendorff.co.uk

1. Butchers Block White 2010
2. Rosé 2011
3. Butchers Block Red 2009
4. Grenache 2009
5. Mourvedre 2008
6. Shiraz 2007
7. Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
8. The Last Straw 2008

In October we welcome Iain Phillips of Mentzendorff who will be presenting wines from leading Australian producer Turkey Flat Vineyards.

More information is available on their websites: Turkey Flat and Mentzendorff

Note that Members are contacted by a member of the Committee each month to commit to attendance at the tasting. Unfortunately, it is not possible for members or guests to simply ‘turn up on the night’ owing to space limitations and the need to arrange catering in advance.

The Fine Wine Collection

Many thanks to Chris Horridge from Altus Wine for a fantastic evening.  If you still wish to order wine from the evening, please contact Chris using the email address or phone number below.

Web: thefinewinecollection.com
Web: altuswine.co.uk
Email: sales@altuswine.co.uk
Phone: 0844 414 5546

1. Maycas Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2008
2. Amelia Chardonnay 2009
3. Ocio Pinot Noir 2007
4. Trivento Golden Reserve Malbec 2008
5. Carmin de Peumo Carmenere 2007
6. Don Melchor 2006
7. Almaviva 2008
8. Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc 2007

In September we welcome Chris Horridge who will be presenting wines from Concha Y Toro.

For more information:

Web: conchaytoro.com
Web: altuswine.co.uk
Email: sales@altuswine.co.uk
Phone: 0844 414 5546

Note that Members are contacted by a member of the Committee each month to commit to attendance at the tasting. Unfortunately, it is not possible for members or guests to simply ‘turn up on the night’ owing to space limitations and the need to arrange catering in advance.

AGM & Members Tasting

Many thanks to our members for presenting their wines and sharing some amusing and interesting stories.

 

1. Langlois Crémant Brut NV, Loire - Margaret Connor
2. Martin Codax Albariño 2009, Spain - John Thompson
3. Chateau de Rully, Domaine Rodet 2004, Burgundy - Shobna Makwana
4. Falerio Saladini Pilastri 2010 DOC Falerio die Colli Ascolani, Italy – Roland Moss
5. Bardolino Recchia DOC 2010, Italy – Kate & Tony Moore
6. The Shortlist, GSM, McGuigan, Barossa Valley, Australia - Liz & David Farmilo
7. Vicien Malbec Reserva 2008, Argentina –  Helena Abbey
8. Fonseca Bin 27 Ruby Port NV – Caroline Mole
9. Passadouro Ruby Reserva Port, NV – Caroline Mole
10. Domaine Pouderouz 2005 Maury, France – Sue Lobb

 

The start of something special?  Tim Atkin, Oz Clarke and Olly Smith have kicked off a trio of excellent tastings during September, October and December.  We no idea what to expect, but it’s bound to be fun!  Tickets are now on sale through their website.

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