Per Se Aperitivo
Regular price £19.65 Save £-19.65ABOUT PER SE
Originating from Portugal, PER SE brings the authentic taste and essence of Southern Europe to your glass. Beyond a drink, PER SE promises a cultural experience of Portuguese lifestyle, a journey through the late afternoons and warm sunsets of Lisbon.
TASTING NOTES
PER SE boasts an aroma with hints of cardamom, orange, Jamaican pepper, and Portuguese hop, delivering a balanced and refreshing twist. On the palate, it offers a light, sweet, and slightly bitter taste, providing a rich ensemble of flavours.
PERFECT SERVE
PER SE can be served "on the rocks", mixed with tonic water, or as a Spritz, giving it versatility in its serving options and fitting different consumer preferences. Whether served alone or with tonic water, the finishing touch of an orange zest provides a delicate and refreshing citrus touch, ensuring a pleasant aftertaste and full-bodied flavour experience.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
The narratives around Per Se suggest an atmosphere of socializing with friends on terraces and riverside tours. This makes PER SE the perfect companion for such gatherings and scenarios, enhancing the enjoyment of those precious moments.
2023 Tenuta San Giacomo, Gavi DOCG
Regular price £18.10 Save £-18.10ABOUT THE WINE
Run by the Bergaglio family, Tenuta San Giacomo lies close to the centre of Gavi, on the hills of the Ligurian Pre-Apennines. The estate owns 20 hectares of vineyards, cultivated according to the passion and the tradition of the Bergaglio family who has played a significant role in the birth and growth of Gavi di Gavi for three generations. The family firmly believes in the principle that great wines come from the vines first of all; therefore they devote themselves entirely to the most careful cultivation of vines, strictly respecting the territory and the environment,
TASTING NOTES
Obtained from 100% Cortese grapes, its colour is pale straw yellow with green hues. It has a floral fragrance, with hints of acacia and a round, dry flavour, with good balance and acidity.
FOOD PAIRING
Perfect as an aperitif or with fish dishes.
2019 San Patrime, Nero di Troia
Regular price £16.90 Save £-16.902020 Baglio Inca, Nero D'Avola
Regular price £16.90 Save £-16.902021 Judeka, Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG
Regular price £16.80 Save £-16.80ABOUT THE WINE
Judeka is a young winery producing excellent wines in the heart of Sicily. For owners Cesare and Valentina, wine is a passion they have had since childhood, when the grandparents used to press grapes at home, in a garage. They use organic techniques to produce exceptional wines.
Their Cerasuolo di Vittoria is the only Sicilian wine which can boast DOCG Certification. It is a wine that strongly expresses its territory of origin, through a perfect synergy between the strength, structure, and the fruitfulness of the Nero d’Avola with the elegance, delicacy and floral qualities of Frappato.
TASTING NOTES
A fruitful medium bodied red wine made of 60% Nero d'Avola and 40% Frappato. The Nero d'Avola provides the fruit, while the Frappato provides a freshness and acidity which balances the wine. Excellent on it's own or paired with food - the choice is yours! Serve between 10-12 degrees.
FOOD PAIRING
The strength of this wine is its versatility - it goes with all kinds of dishes, from fish, to meat and cheeses. It is particularly well suited to Japanese food such as okonomiyaki.
2022 Villa Folini, Prosecco Rose DOC
Regular price £16.35 Save £-16.352022 Villa Folini, Prosecco Millesimato Spumante DOC
Regular price £16.35 Save £-16.352022 Alagna, Grillo Griari
Regular price £16.00 Save £-16.002021 Spinsanti, Altero's Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico
Regular price £15.50 Save £-15.50ABOUT THE WINE
Located on the slopes of Monte Conero in Le Marche, the vineyards of Tenimenti Spinsanti were founded in 1973. They have dedicated their production to native varieties of the region.
TASTING NOTES
A wine with strong fresh, mineral aspects of wet stones along with zingy green citrus and apple notes. What sets it apart from its counterparts is its distinct fragrant florality. Particularly white and yellow flowers. An elegant but refreshing Italian white, which flies under the radar of more famous Italian names, hence providing excellent value.
FOOD PAIRING
Buffalo mozzarella, Prosciutto di San Daniele, Cacio e Pepe pasta and white pizzas with basil.
2023 Reguta, Ribolla Gialla
Regular price £15.30 Save £-15.30ABOUT THE WINE
Founded in 1928, Reguta Winery is located not far from the Roman town of Aquileia and from Palmanova, a historic fortress city founded in the 16th century by the Venetians, in the municipality of Pocenia. The company today boasts 250 hectares of vineyards, which are located near the sea, ventilated by sea breezes and with mainly clay soil rich in mineral salts. They grow a variety of native grapes making excellent Friuli DOC wines.
TASTING NOTES
Straw yellow in the glass, the nose is delicate and well expressed with tinges of wild flowers, herbs and grapefruit. In the mouth the wine is extremely drinkable, slightly sour, fresh and with elegant mouth feel.
FOOD PAIRING
Cold appetizers with sour or sweet sauces, soups, above all creme soups, vegetables main courses and fish dishes.
FOOD PAIRING
Lesser known than it's close neighbour Pinot Grigio, the ancient grape variety Ribolla Gialla makes exceptional fresh and vibrant white wines.
2022 Domenico Fraccaroli, Valpolicella DOC Grotta del Ninfeo
Regular price £15.10 Save £-15.10ABOUT THE WINE
In 1958, Domenico Fraccaroli embarked on a journey to craft exquisite wines from local varieties in a picturesque corner of Friuli-Venezia-Giulia. Expanding the family legacy in 2002, his son, Tiziano Fraccaroli, acquired the Grotta del Ninfeo estate in Verona's town of Lavagno, allowing the family to diversify their offerings with the captivating wines of Valpolicella. Today, the torch is carried by the third generation, Domenico and Luca, who remain steadfast in their devotion to the family tradition.
TASTING NOTES
This hidden gem of an Italian red captivates with its vivacious profile of tart red cherries, luscious dark currants, and succulent strawberries, delicately intertwined with savoury Italian herbs. A delightful balance of vibrant freshness and well-rounded tannins renders this wine irresistibly smooth and enjoyable.
FOOD PAIRING
Elevate your dining experience with a luxurious pairing of melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu beef carpaccio, an indulgent black truffle-infused risotto, or a sophisticated duck and porcini mushroom pappardelle, each dish beautifully complementing the wine's charm and elegance.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
The finesse of Valpolicella contrasts strikingly with the robustness and intensity of Amarone. This light, cherry-accented wine can even be savoured with a slight chill, offering a refreshing twist to your palate.
2021 San Patrime, Primitivo
Regular price £15.10 Save £-15.102022 Reguta, Pinot Nero
Regular price £14.30 Save £-14.30ABOUT THE WINE
Founded in 1928, Reguta has been a prominent name in the Friuli ever since the region became famous for its world-class Pinot Grigio. It’s a unique region with a cooler Mediterranean climate, strongly influenced by the Bora wind contributing to dry and ideal growing conditions. Friuli and the surrounding regions are the only place in Europe where the Pinot family of grapes can be considered almost indigenous and traditional, with a long history, ever since they were brought from Burgundy by Venetian traders over two centuries ago. With fresh and crunchy fruit characters, they are expressions of Pinot’s which guarantees to please everyone at the table.
TASTING NOTES
Fragrant red berries of strawberries, raspberries, bramble berries and red cherries with an herbaceous lift of freshly cut sage and rosemary. Fresh and complex.
FOOD PAIRING
Pasta and pizza with tomato sauce, as well as roasted chicken and roasted lamb dishes. Versatile and easily paired with most regional Italian dishes.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
A light and refreshing wine, easy to drink.
2023 Reguta, Pinot Grigio
Regular price £13.60 Save £-13.60ABOUT THE WINE
Founded in 1928, Reguta has been a prominent name in the Friuli ever since the region became famous for its world-class Pinot Grigio. It’s a unique region with a cooler Mediterranean climate, strongly influenced by the Bora wind contributing to dry and ideal growing conditions. Friuli and the surrounding regions are the only place in Europe where the Pinot family of grapes can be considered almost indigenous and traditional, with a long history, ever since they were brought from Burgundy by Venetian traders over two centuries ago. With fresh and crunchy fruit characters, they are expressions of Pinot’s which guarantees to please everyone at the table.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
A light and refreshing wine, easy to drink.