Bodegas Manzanos 1864 Castillo de Olite 2018

Magnum Carlos Lucas Vinhos was born from the dream of Carlos Lucas, a man from Dão, linked to his roots since forever. Using a traditional blend of Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro and Tinta Roriz, all hand picked and gently fermented in stainless steel, this is a bright, juicy red, full of raisiny dark fruit but with sufficient acidity to give a sense of lightness on the finish.

Chris writes "Equal measures of Viognier and Marsanne create this gorgeous, vibrant Rhone white which served to give my palate a much needed wake-up call when it crossed my path at a tasting back in October. Unoaked, it’s all about vibrant stone fruit and citrus flavours finishing with that mouth-cleansing acidity. "

A pale, beautifully balanced chardonnay with hints of vanilla on the nose and a winning cool climate acidity. Careful oak treatment has resulted in a wine of depth and balance.