
Discover my selection of unique boutique wines with sustainability at their core.
An organic, fresh and vibrant Grenache/Syrah blend from Roussillon in the far south of France.
For the modest price this is a very skilfully-made wine. As typical of Roussillon reds, this is a blend of a selection of the permitted grape varieties here. Grenach and Syrah form the backbone, but there's also a little Mourvedre and some old vine Carignan. There is lots of juicy fruit here with plums and mulberries at first backed up by pepper and spicy mineral notes. It's got a good weight and silky tannins that give a nice balance, and it's packed with lovely freshness of flavour and finishes with a touch of savouriness.
Bryan
The Wine Monkey
I created Wine Monkey to bring together a collection of lesser-known craft wines that celebrate sustainability, whether environmental, human, economic and/or social and to support the producers who see and care about the bigger picture.
You name it, I've done it: from marketing and brand management to retail and trade sales, wine tourism, wine education, ecommerce and, most recently sommelier, with several vintages under my belt both in the cellar and in the vineyard.
Having worked my way through the vineyards of southern Oregon, the Loire, the Languedoc, the Rhône and now the UK, I have developed a passion for "unique boutique" wines. Wine Monkey is all about bringing together and showcasing the incredible wines I've collected along the way. Get in touch to let me know what you think of my selection and to share your favorites with me. I'd love to hear from you!