March’s Mixed Six Reds

This month’s reds mixed six takes us through some of the Old World’s classic regions: Piedmont, Bordeaux, and Priorat.

To the ancient slopes of Priorat, Spain, and the old vine blend of Marco Abella’s 2021 Loidana. Some slopes are so steep that they need to abseil from a tractor parked at the top(!) But, this wine is deep and textured, predominantly Garnacha, and a true labour of love.

In Piedmont we find one of our star producers: Cantine Povero. From vine to table, their wines are all made with love, care, attention, and a devotion to nature. The 2019 Cabane, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (Ca), Barbera (Ba), Nebbiolo (Ne) is intense and fruity, with brambles and tobacco.

Saint-Emilion may get the headlines, but Castillon – just next door – has a number of hidden gems that boast the same terroir for a fraction of the price. Step forward 2016 Seigneurs d`Aiguilhe Côtes de Castillon. Spiced, structured, and layered with soft2, dark fruits.

Case Contents: 

2x 2021 Marco Abella Loidana
2x 2019 Cantine Povero Cabane
2x 2016 Seigneurs d`Aiguilhe Côtes de Castillon