Wine Tastings
| Style | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Spain |
| Grape | Grenache Blanc, Macabeo / Viura |
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Pinzellada Blanco, Celler Alimara
£11.95
A lovely blend of Grenache Blanc and Macabeu from Terre Alta in Catalonia.
Fresh and juicy with a lovely crunchy, almost saline finish. Versatile with food but would be perfect with a plate of fresh shellfish.
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