What could be better then a home cooked meal and Haut Medoc? We've got some little known gems from there as well as the Medoc and all from 1995 - 1997.
To list them all would make this a very long post but I'd like to point out a few standouts: The Clos des Menuts 1997 St. Emilion Grand Cru, drinking wonderfully, close you're eyes and you could be walking into a saddle shop when smelling this wine. More tobacco, leather, cloves and spices on the palate, finishing off with some lovely black fruits. Lovely way to celebrate St. Valentine's Day. £25
On the other hand, we've also got a delicious 1996 Haut Medoc, Les Brulieres de Beychevelle. Much fruitied profile hanging off an licorice and tar backbone. This wine really opened up after decanting and is a pleasure, great with a warming stew or perhaps a hunk of meat! £18
Here are a few others we've got on from the Haut Medoc - Ch Beaumont 1997 (£22) and 1995 (£30) and a 1996 La Roque de By from the Medoc. All leathery and tobacco but still showing nice fruits. These wines were just built for food and better yet a romantic dinner for two. The best part, most are clocking in at 12 - 12.5% alcohol so you'll be feeling ok the next day at the office.
We've also got many more fantastic wines on as well as some English sparkling - Hello, Nyetimber! So pop on down if you're wandering around Borough Market this weekend, we'd love to see you!
