* Crossposted from: WINE
     Red wine of the year for the Victoria Wine Company
     Domaine de la Grande Bellane VALREAS 1996.
     Cotes Du Rhone Villages.
     Appellation Cotes Du Rhone Villages Controlee.
         13% VOL     75CL    #5.99
     A wonderfully rich,spicy full bodied red wine with delightful aromas
     of nutmeg,cinnamon and wild herbs.
     This special and individual wine is made from a blend of 75% SYRAH
     and 25% GRENACHE grapes from vines grown on land in the VALREAS commun.
     The family owned vineyards lie in beautful hilly countryside and are
     cultivated organically-without the use of synthetic chemical pesticides
     or fertilisers.
     The wine has been made without the use of any animal based products in
     the processing and a natural sediment may occur.
     This wine is a selection of the best cuvees of the vintage.
     Best served at room temperature,
       Idealey after decanting and some hours of aeration.
       It is especially good when drunk with full flavoured foods.
       Including red meat and cheese.
     .    So get your friends round and get a bottle in and some cheese.
           Tell me what you think.
                     >>>>>JOHN<<<<<
... SURF WINE./
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