Recommended wines to go with Chicken

intense ruby red colour. A delicate perfume, with hints of cherry and violet, typical of Sangiovese, together with herbs and chocolate notes that derive from Merlot. Warm and smooth, full and lingering. Both the structure and balance of its components are really good. Abolutely brilliant at its pricepoint.
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The easy drinking, undemanding 2010 Le Gravelot from Clos du Porteau – lemony with a light touch of honey – an ideal start to the evening as an aperatif, yet Chenin Blanc is a terrifically versatile food wine too, making this one of our most recommended whites! A mere 4000 bottles are produced annually, so snap this bargain up whilst we still have stock! Learn More

Herencia Altes old vines were once dispatched to the local cooperative but no longer. The unoaked 2010 Garnatxa Negra (100%) was given some lees contact to enhance the richness and texture. Smoke, spice box, incense, mineral, and pure black cherry aromas are striking. Mouth-filling and elegant with enough structure to keep the wine for several years, this superb value finishes with no hard edges. Learn More

The label "Basic" probably doesn't translate to well to English so doesn't do justice to this wine. Focusing on the basics, or what matters most is what the winemaker was probably getting at. The result is a really easy drinking red wine with unique character. Cool climate fruit, juicy with and an elegant finish. Made from two Austrian grapes, Zweigelt and Blaufränkisch, which won't be that well known on these shores. Learn More

It shows us what tempranillo grown in Rioja soils is really like. No oak ageing means you get 100% tempranillo fruit, and you may be surprised just how fresh and fruity the grape is. Give it a try – it's a very easy wine to love. Learn More

As with the other wines from Clos du Porteau, the label depicts a local bird. For the ornithologists among you, the vannwau huppé is the northern Lapwing. For oenophiles, the wine is terrific. Cabernet Franc component brings vibrant fresh red fruit and structure while the Malbec adds dark cherries, chocolate and a little bit of spice. Learn More

Catena's Chardonnay is a real wine for Chardonnay fans. It is smooth, rich characterful and deep, making it suitable for many food matches and appreciation on its own. Learn More

This is the bigger brother of our best-selling Sauvignon from the Loire. It is slightly broader, fuller and more complex than Le Courlis and is a real treat at the price. Brilliant as a rare food matching Sauvignon and equally gorgeous on its own. Learn More

"Year after year this plot of old vines produce a remarkable wine. This Pinot Blanc acts like Pinot Gris on the nose — rich, oily apricot and pear fruit— but the touch of white pepper and taste of freshly squeezed oranges is classic Pinot Blanc. The palate is likewise rich and honeyed with a streak of minerality, a smoky side,and a touch of citrus. The finish is ethereal. Probably the best value white wine available in the whole of France" M. Bettane - Bettane & Desseauve Guide

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