It’s that time again. Time to inspire me to spend more money on drinks, even though the WineArk cabinet can’t be closed properly and the Amex is maxed out.
So, what wine, beer and other drinks have you been buying this month?
There were a few more Latta whites to start this month’s purchasing and a little Cobaw Ridge Pinot (although no Chardonnay, which feels like an oversight). Meanwhile, I’ve also bought two lots of the Noodledoof West Coast IPA because it hits that perfect spot between hop-driven bitter delights and some old-school malt grain richness.
I won’t pretend it is a beer for everyone, but the definition and flavour depth is delightful.
Meanwhile, there’s already been plenty of quality drinking this month, too (as I talked about here), but a few more to add – I rather liked the bright and sunny Wedded to the Weather skin contact wines, especially the ‘Sea Breeze’ and ‘Summer Haze’ (below) wines. Clean, not wild, lo-fi wines that are so well priced, although the volumes are minuscule…
Other tastes this month, although with just a mouthful of each it’s a vibe (but one I’d drink):
- A fleeting mouthful of Gaja Barbaresco 2020. Way too young but also a bit subdued and forgettable.
- The seriously delightful Le Battistelle Montesei Soave 2022. Classic style/freshness with a very fair pricetag.
- And a small mouthful of Querce Bettina Brunello 2016, which was so impressive. A strong year and in full bloom – Sangiovese at the pinnacle.
What about you? What drinks did you love this month?
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