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Battle of the Big Reds - Mixed Case
Big Reds showdown round two! Can Portugal defend its crown vs Argentina’s Malbecs and more?
It’s time to settle a score. Which is better – Portugal’s opulently dark blockbusters, or the deliciously juicy stars from Argentina’s super-high vineyards? There’s only one way to find out … in this collection we’ve put together six representatives from each country. From Portugal, you’ve a selection of small-estate gems like velvety-smooth Aluado, 5-star Lobo e Falcão and multi-Gold Vinha do Fava. And from Argentina there’s all-time No. 1 Opi and new discovery Armando H bringing bushels of plums, damsons and juicy currants. The decision comes down to you: Portugal, Argentina … or a mixture of both? At £8.34 a bottle, your taste buds will enjoy choosing your champion.
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It’s time to settle a score. Which is better – Portugal’s opulently dark blockbusters, or the deliciously juicy stars from Argentina’s super-high vineyards? There’s only one way to find out … in this collection we’ve put together six representatives from each country. From Portugal, you’ve a selection of small-estate gems like velvety-smooth Aluado, 5-star Lobo e Falcão and multi-Gold Vinha do Fava. And from Argentina there’s all-time No. 1 Opi and new discovery Armando H bringing bushels of plums, damsons and juicy currants. The decision comes down to you: Portugal, Argentina … or a mixture of both? At £8.34 a bottle, your taste buds will enjoy choosing your champion.
It’s time to settle a score. Which is better – Portugal’s opulently dark blockbusters, or the deliciously juicy stars from Argentina’s super-high vineyards? There’s only one way to find out … in this collection we’ve put together six representatives from each country. From Portugal, you’ve a selection of small-estate gems like velvety-smooth Aluado, 5-star Lobo e Falcão and multi-Gold Vinha do Fava. And from Argentina there’s all-time No. 1 Opi and new discovery Armando H bringing bushels of plums, damsons and juicy currants. The decision comes down to you: Portugal, Argentina … or a mixture of both? At £8.34 a bottle, your taste buds will enjoy choosing your champion.
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Vinho Regional de Lisboa
It began as a crazy idea but, with five Golds in two vintages, this rich velvety red is spot on. Read more
Tasting notes
Ripe damson and blackberry with a hint of coffee and cinnamon
Aroma
Intense forest fruit with spice and savoury notes
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
More information
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Red - Medium to Full Bodied
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Almost black red
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13.0% ABV
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9.75 Units
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750.00 ml
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31 December, 2022
Mendoza
Argentina’s signature grape on smooth, blackberry-rich form, from “a winery to watch” (Tim Atkin MW). Read more
Tasting notes
Smooth black fruits and warm spice. Long
Aroma
Ripe plums and hedgerow fruits; hints of violets and cloves
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
Vinho Regional Alentejano
Three Golds for this appealing Portuguese red with bags of ripe fruit and supple texture. Read more
Tasting notes
Ripe blackberry and red fruit with a good spicy edge
Aroma
Exuberant, ripe fruit with subtle hints of creamy vanilla oak
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
Mendoza
Blending spicy Shiraz, vibrant Cabernet and dark, velvety Malbec, this is a much-loved Argentine red. Read more
Tasting notes
Bold, smooth, black fruit flavour, violets and a liquorice tang
Aroma
Ripe black fruits, violets, liquorice, spice
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
Mendoza
What’s even better than Argentinian Malbec? This silky Syrah Malbec from top producer Zuccardi. Read more
Tasting notes
Smooth with classic blackberry and violet notes. Elegant
Aroma
Ripe blackberry, plum and spice with meaty complexity
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
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Red - Full Bodied
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Deep scarlet
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13.5% ABV
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10.13 Units
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750.00 ml
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31 December, 2021
Mendoza
No wonder Malbec’s so popular, when it tastes this good – from Argentina’s Trophy winning Opi Sadler. Read more
Tasting notes
Intense, full flavoured black fruit with smooth tannins. Juicy
Aroma
Dark bramble fruit, blackcurrants, hints of violets and spice
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
Vinho Regional Península de Setúbal
Bold, four-Golds, barrel-aged favourite, handcrafted from Portugal’s star grape Touriga Nacional. Read more
Tasting notes
Immense flavour and richness with firm yet velvety texture
Aroma
Spiced bramble, cassis, plum and blackcurrant aromas
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
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Red - Full Bodied
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Deep purple
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14.5% ABV
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10.88 Units
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750.00 ml
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31 December, 2022
Vinho Regional de Lisboa
Ripe and juicy, this spicy black fruit Portuguese red’s a luscious blend of native grapes and Syrah. Read more
Tasting notes
Concentrated, juicy, mouthwatering and fruity with smooth tannins
Aroma
Dark berry, ripe bramble, vanilla and toasty oak
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
Vinho Regional Tejo
Rich, velvety red, brimful of luscious black fruit – excellent quality and great value from Portugal. Read more
Tasting notes
Very supple and smooth; ripe, red and black berry; spicy oaky notes
Aroma
Wild bramble and dark plum fruit, sweet spices and mocha
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
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Red - Medium to Full Bodied
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Very deep crimson
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14.0% ABV
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10.5 Units
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750.00 ml
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31 December, 2022
San Juan
Smooth and ripely fruity – a luscious, velvety, oak-aged Malbec from Argentina’s warm San Juan. Read more
Tasting notes
Velvety with ripe bramble fruit, mulberry, a floral note and spice
Aroma
Ripe blackberry, violets and gentle spice
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
Vinho Regional Península de Setúbal
Weighty Portuguese red with buckets of ripe black fruit, spice and velvet tannins. Great value too. Read more
Tasting notes
Spicy black fruit, cassis and toasty vanilla oak
Aroma
Dark ripe berries, plum with toasty spice
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
More information
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Red - Full Bodied
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Deep blackish crimson
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14.5% ABV
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10.88 Units
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750.00 ml
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31 December, 2021
