New winelist and tasting notes at Acorn House
Until I tried my first English wine at Acorn House, I had no idea that this country could produce such high quality and distinctive tasting vinos. Now a convert, I look for locally grown varieties wherever I go, and thus far have not been disappointed with any I've tried (OK, the rhubarb one wasn't quite to my taste!) and am forever on the lookout for more. I soon started 'experimenting' with biodynamic, organic and fairtrade varieties, and once again discovered a whole new world of wonderful wines to explore, each with a different environmental benefit.
I was therefore thrilled to see that Acorn House has added to is existing range of earth friendly wines, with some really stunning sounding newcomers. Read on after the jump to discover more!
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Acorn House sources many of its wines from Vintage Roots, a great supplier that also sells by the bottle. So if you're unlikely to get to London to sample these in situ you may want to order in some bottles for a 'tasting' of your own. In the meantime, here are some of the highlights of the restaurant's new winelist:
A Mano Rosato Organic Italy 2007 - Rosato, made from Malvasia Nera is very pale pink in colour with a sun-kissed fruit palate, it is cherry led with a little bitter twist on the finish.
Chablis, Philippe Goulley Organic France 2006 - Classic Chablis with typical steely, mineral citrus fruits. The wine is dry, with excellent balancing acidity and a lingering finish.
Syrah, Sopron Biodynamic Hungary 2004 - An excellent example from the old 'New World'. Fine spice and big black cherry notes a superb white pepper finish. A real winner!
