Winter over, it comes time again to welcome back the crocuses, fresh air and our own fervor and vitality. Luckily, just in time for spring, a slew of seductive wines have just been released that will satisfy your renewed appetite. If the ‘fever’ has not yet set in, these sensual selections are bound to get your blood flowing.
A fresh, perky selection from, Austria, this terrific-value white is refreshing, vibrant and will help reset your senses.
Salomon Undhof Salomon Groovey Grüner Veltliner 2010, Kremstal, Austria, 669606, $12.95
Big, mouth-filling flavours are lush and gratifying in this Malbec from Argentina’s hottest and most successful growing region of Mendoza.
Susana Balbo Signature Malbec 2008, Mendoza, Argentina, 79798, $19.95
Relinquish yourself to the soft, romantic, feminine and generous nature of Burgundy’s region of Volnay renown for its wines of elegance, silken mouth-feel and delicately, yielding aromatics.
Domaine Roux Père & Fils Vieilles Vignes Volnay 2009, Ac, Burgundy, France, 208538, $29.95
Guaranteed to make you flush - this provocative Merlot-based blend from South Africa has plenty of allure, posh appeal and tension at an irresistible price point.
The Oak Valley Blend 2005, Wo Elgin, South Africa, 214361, $16.95
When looking to impress, this exotic, heady and tantalizing blend from Lebanon’s cult producer Château Musar will surely fire up your senses.
Chateau Musar 2002, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon, 109413, $51.95
Get a shopping list of these hedonistic treats available at your local shop.
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