refreshed by a mineral-like acidity
fruity finish
Neal and Judy Ibbotson were pioneers in the Marlborough wine industry
perched high above the Rhine in the heart of the Rheingau
its luscious sweetness lifted by that electric Mosel acidity that keeps everything dancing
2022 Lirac, Domaine des Cigalounes Summer Whites refreshed by a mineral-like acidityGarrigue Velvet This is southern Rhne red with warmth, charm and a proper savoury edge. Wild cherry, damson and blackberry lead the nose, layered with cocoa, cracked pepper, dried herbs, liquorice and a little smoky spice. It has the generous fruit you want from Lirac, but the feel is more polished than rustic, with that lovely garrigue character running through the glass. On the palate, it is full flavoured, smooth and satisfying, with ripe dark