Raza Vinho Verde Tinto 2024Raza have added to their incredible 'classic' range with this super drinkable red. It's made from two parcels; two thirds Vinho fermented in stainles steel, and one third Padeiro trodden and fermented in lagar. The blend makes perfect sense, rich colour and dark fruit crunchy acidity from the Vinho compliment the Padeiro's lighter colour and natural tannic structure. The result is fruit driven and generous, but with freshness for everyday use. As is

sandy soils lend an elegant

Romain Guiberteau is a very ambitious young producer who runs the Estate since 1996 and produces Saumur appellation wines

The nose is rich in hazelnut

it is a wine that also has a remarkable capacity to age if you can resist it now

Intense flavours to this harmonious red

In the cellar

topped up with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir

Wild yeast fermentation

baking spices and a lovely food-friendly acidity make for a supremely drinkable wine

A refined and expressive Chenin Blanc from flint and clay soils in Vouvray

lively fruit and brioche-and-biscuit lees complexity

traditional-method sparkling wine from the Limoux region of Languedoc