Bottega: quality Prosecco and Prosecco Rosé 
Book 5 Index 
951. Mullineux, Syrah Swartland, 2011 
950. W & J Graham & Co, 30 Year Old Tawny Port, NV (2010) 
949. Cartuxa, Pêra-Manca Branco Évora, 2012 
948. Pella, Xi-Ro Cuvée Experimentale, NV 
£4.99; 12%
Yet to find a better bargain. Not the greatest Rioja – but for <£5 it certainly is. Very oaky so needs to breathe for ½ hour, then blackberry on the nose with rich oaky flavour. Bought in Feb ’99 by the way… Identified noticeable apple / sherry (Manzanilla) aromas as well, and creaminess on the finish on the tongue.
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