Red Blend
Red Blend is a beautifully versatile red wine crafted by combining two or more grape varieties—such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Grenache, or Mourvèdre—to offer a harmonious and layered drinking experience. This blending tradition dates back centuries, with classic styles like Bordeaux blends and Rhône GSM (Grenache–Syrah–Mourvèdre) being foundational examples.
Each component grape brings its unique strengths: Cabernet Sauvignon contributes structure and blackcurrant depth; Merlot adds lush fruit and plush texture; Syrah imparts peppery spice; Grenache brings juicy red fruit and warmth; while Mourvèdre offers earthy depth and floral nuance.
The result is a wine that’s often smoother, more complex, and greater than the sum of its parts—ideal for UK consumers seeking bold flavours, approachable structure, and excellent value. It pairs effortlessly with roast lamb, beef stews, rich pasta dishes, pizza, and British cheeses, making it a go-to for family meals and casual gatherings.
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Dedham Vale Reserve Red Blend NV (6 Bottles) Colchester, Essex, England
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An exciting ruby red medium-bodied English wine. Dedham Vale Reserve yields inviting red berry aromas while developing complex flavours of redcurrants, raspberries and liquorice, leavened by gentle tannins from time spent ageing in French Limousine oak barrels that linger lovingly on the palate.
It is made by blending four different varieties of grape - Rondo, Dornfelder, Dunkelfelder and Pinot Noir. It is drinking well now at 16°C and will develop over the coming years. The Reserve is a perfect accompaniment to all meat and pasta dishes and an imaginative alternative to Claret.
Trevibban Mill Black Ram Red 2020 (6 Bottles) Wadebridge, Cornwall, England
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Smooth, Smokey & balanced deep purple ruby with a vibrant finish. Primarily from 2019 barrel aged grapes, Our Black Ram benefits from decanting, in a vessel or in the glass and swirl.
Aromas: Baked Plums, Black Pepper, Dark Chocolate
On the palate: Black Cherry, Blackcurrant, Sweet Spice
BLEND
Dornfelder • Rondo
PAIRINGS
Peppered Steak • Roast Lamb • Strong Blue Cheese
Trevibban Mill Cicero Red 2022 (6 Bottles) Wadebridge, Cornwall, England
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Named after our young & energetic guard dog, a fresh young red wine with low intervention bursting with fruit flavours & a smooth finish.
Aromas: Damson, Violets, Raspberries
On the palate: Cherries, Blackberries, Sweet Spice
BLEND
Rondo • Dornfelder. • Pinot Noir Precoce
PAIRINGS
Barbecued Meats • Moroccan Tagine