Lourens Family Wines Howard John Red Blend 2022Named after Franco Lourens father, whose image features on the label, this is a delicious red blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and Carignan all sourced from dry farmed bush vines in the Swartland. A delightful blend of 30% Grenache Noir, 33% Cinsault, 21% Syrah, 16% Carignan. The 80% whole cluster fermentation brings a complex perfume of bright fruit, black peppercorns, floral notes and sweet spices. A vibrant wine thanks to a light extraction. Once

In contrast to the often blocky and tannic wines from Ribera

Albourne Estate is a family-owned vineyard and winery overlooking the beautiful South Downs

with a hint of black pepper

flint and dark fruits follow through to a full body with super well-integrated tannins that are silky and polished

try it with paellas

and one that will evolve very well in the bottle

it's handcrafted

this wine has a long and elegant finish

pasta adorned with rich gravies

" embodying unity

At Cruse Wine Co

crafted from a 100% Garnacha grapes