La Grange Saint Martin 2005 £7.29
Taste the richness of La Grange St. Martin 2005, and you'll be glad you did. Deliciously concentrated, old-vine fruit, hand-harvested from vineyards owned by the world's greatest Chateauneuf-du-Pape estate ... ''hauntingly perfect'' says Robert Parker - yet you'll still have change from #6. This excellent value red is the result of months of effort, from dawn to dusk, in the vineyard and winery. Superbly ripe, healthy Syrah and Grenache - the same grapes as Chateauneuf, crafted with the same care and attention to detail by the same team that's behind the Perrins' world famous Beaucastel. ''Dark cherry in colour, with ripe blackcurrant, blackberry and raspberry. Rich and full, with a fantastic, spicy finish. Delicious with grilled meats and hearty, traditional British fare such as bangers and mash.