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Silver – New to Market Easy Weekday: White
Morgado de Bucelas, 2021
Boas Quintas
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Delicate white flower aroma. Balanced and complex. Drink with or without food.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Good white wine with slightly salty finish which would be perfect with food.
Contact: Nádia Mordido
nadia.mordido@boasquintas.com
Tel:
Rua Quinta da Gandarada, 14
Mortágua
3450-335
Portugal
More information: https://boasquintas.com
Bronze – New to Market Easy Weekday: White
Periquita White, 2021
José Maria da Fonseca
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Beautiful, complex, full bodied white. Perfect with butter chicken.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Outstanding quality.
Contact: Teresa Pereira
teresa.pereira@jmfonseca.pt
Tel:
Rua José Augusto Coelho, 11/13
Vila Nogueira de Azeitão
Azeitão
2925-542
Portugal
More information: https://www.jmf.pt
Finalist – New to Market Easy Weekday: White
Selección Parcela Machado de Godelia, 2019
Godelia
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Smokey nose, quite complex for a mid week wine.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Very light and spritzy so fits the category well.
Contact: Mercedes Cabajo
m.cabajo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain
More information: https://www.godelia.es/producto/seleccion-mencia/
Finalist– New to Market Easy Weekday: White
Oui Sparkling White Wine
Oui Wine
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Nice, easy drinking style.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments:It would fit any white meat, slightly fizzy.
Contact: Jaime Rioja
jaime@oui.wine
Tel:
C Alameda Mazarredo 9-2
Bilbao
Vizcaya
48001
Spain
More information: https://oui.wine
Winner – New to Market Easy Weekday: White
Val do Avia, 2021
Manuelos de España
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Clearly defined fresh fruit. Nicely balanced acidity. Good fruit intensity.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Balanced, complex, ripe stone fruit. Drink with or without food.
Contact: Mercedes Cabajo
m.cabajo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain
More information: http://www.majueloscoleccion.com
Winner – New to Market Easy Weekday: Red
Rambilla Old Vines Tempranillo, 2019
La Magdalena
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Port, raisin, weighty, very drinkable. The most drinkable in the category for me.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Very well interpreted with structured ripe tannins balanced with ripe jammy fruit.
Contact: Mercedes Cabajo
m.cabajo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain
More information: http://www.majueloscoleccion.com
Gold Commendation – New to Market Easy Weekday: Red
Periquita Red, 2021
José Maria da Fonseca
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Dark wood, cranberry, oaky, cherry. Rich and deep.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Sweet attack! Smooth! Perfumed. Great mouthfeel.
Contact: Teresa Pereira
teresa.pereira@jmfonseca.pt
Tel:
Rua José Augusto Coelho, 11/13
Vila Nogueira de Azeitão
Azeitão
2925-542
Portugal
More information: https://www.jmf.pt
Bronze– New to Market Easy Weekday: Red
Monte Obispo, 2018
Majuelos Colección
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Lovely wine. All-round for a weekday and a roast on a Sunday. Big tannins but good body.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Spicy, polished rich, dark cherry.
Contact: Mercedes Cabajo
m.cabajo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain
More information: http://www.majueloscoleccion.com
Silver – New to Market Easy Weekday: Red
Talma Tempranillo, 2020
Bodegas Bastida
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Light, fragrant on the use. Developing wine. Good body. Perfect easy drinker.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Cranberry – rich – delicate – floral. Packed with bright red fruits and berries.
Contact: Mercedes Cabajo
m.cabajo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain
More information: https://bodegasbastida.com/en/product/talma-tinto/
Finalist – New to Market Easy Weekday: Red
Great Scott Sparkling Shiraz NV
Brockenchack Wines
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: A classic example of a sparkling red. Light cranberry, cherry, herbal flavours.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Blackcurrant fizz. A weekday treat.
Contact: Fallon Roocke
fallon@brockenchack.com.au
Tel:
351 Sawpit Gully Road,
PO Box 50
Keyneton
South Australia
5353
Australia
More information: https://www.brockenchack.com.au/wine/nv-great-scott-sparkling-shiraz
Bronze – New to Market Treat Yourself: Red
Sancho Baron, 2020
Bodego Domeco de Jarauta
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: A lovely savoury nose with lots going on. Rich, strong deep flavours. Delicious!
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Smooth fruit with vanilla, coconut, oak. Super smooth tannins. Long finish.
Contact: Mercedes Carbajo
m.carbjo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain
More information: https://www.bodegasdomecodejarauta.com/en/wines/sancho-baron/
Winner – New to Market Treat Yourself: Red
Escada Red Reserva, 2019
DFJ Vinhos
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Beautiful sweet fruit finish. Elegance and balance – acidity gives freshness. Pair with a lamb roast.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Layered dark fruit and spice with a long flavour.
Contact: Ilda Cruz
info@dfjvinhos.com
Tel:
Quinta da Fonte Bela
Cartaxo
2070-681 Vila Chã de Ourique
Portugal
More information: http://en.dfjvinhos.com
Finalist – New to Market Treat Yourself: Red
Hare Hunter Pinot Noir, 2019
Brockenchack Wines
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Good wine. Structured, balanced, quality wine. Fits the occasions.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Great complexity. Crisp currant and refined.
Contact: Fallon Roocke
fallon@brockenchack.com.au
Tel:
351 Sawpit Gully Road,
PO Box 50
Keyneton
South Australia
5353
Australia
More information: https://www.brockenchack.com.au/wine/2019-hare-hunter-pinot-noir
Silver – New to Market Treat Yourself: Red
Miss Bronte Cabernet Sauvignon, 2019
Brockenchack Wines
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Very enjoyable. Silky smooth tannins. Black forest gateaux, plum compote, very fresh with silky velvety tannins. Beautiful.
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Delicious, warming, want to curl up by the fire.
Contact: Fallon Roocke
mailto:fallon@brockenchack.co.au
Tel:
351 Sawpit Gully Road,
PO Box 50
Keyneton
South Australia
5353
Australia
More information: https://www.brockenchack.com.au/wine/2018-william-frederick-shiraz
Silver – New to Market Treat Yourself: Red
Miss Bronte Cabernet Sauvignon, 2019
Brockenchack Wines
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Very enjoyable. Silky smooth tannins. Black forest gateaux, plum compote, very fresh with with silky velvety tannins. Beautiful.
Round 2 – Delicious, warming, want to curl up by the fire.
Contact: Fallon Rooke
mailto:fallon@brockenchack.com.au
Tel:
351 Sawpit Gully Road,
PO Box 50
Keyneton
South Australia
5353
Australia
More information: https://www.brockenchack.com.au/wine/2018-william-frederick-shiraz
Special Mention – New to Market: Treat Yourself White
William Frederick Shiraz
Brockenchack Wines
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Concentrated, layered, rich and smooth with a long finish. Great Christmas Day wine!
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Balanced, cranberry, black forest, oaked, vanilla flavours. Superb balance, warm spice on the finish. Gorgeous with cured meats.
Contact: Fallon Rooke
gil.trigo@quintadocouquinho.pt
Tel:
351 Sawpit Gully Road,
PO Box 50
Keyneton
South Australia
5353
Australia
More information: https://www.brockenchack.com.au/wine/2018-william-frederick-shiraz
Special Mention – New to Market: Treat Yourself White
Couquinho Superior Colheita, 2020
Quinta do Couquinho
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Fresh, vibrant – a nice treat
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Good length and depth, food friendly
Contact: Gil Trigo
gil.trigo@quintadocouquinho.pt
Tel: +351962046131
Quinta do Couquinho
Horta da Vilariça
Torre de Moncorvo
Bragança
5160-103
Portugal
More information: https://www.quintadocouquinho.pt/en/homepage-en/
Special Gold Commendation – New to Market: Easy Weekday White/Rosé
Piano Colheita White, 2021
Carlos Alonso Douro Wine Company
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Lovely and rounded, a crowd pleaser
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Refreshing acidity, easy drinking
Additional note: This wine was So close to winning this category, hence the Gold Commendation Award.
Contact: Ana Sofia Alonso
sofia@carlosalonso-dourowine.pt
Tel: +351962665040
Parque Industrial de Alijó
Lote 26
Alijó
Alto Douro
5070-074
Portugal
More information: https://www.portugalvineyards.com/pt/douro/11272-piano-white-2018-5603769000714.html
Bronze – New to Market: Treat Yourself Red
Duas Margens Reserva, 2019
Quinta da Vacaria
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Quite sweet
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Lovely wine for special occasions
Contact: Mariana Castanheira
mariana@martinswineadvisor.com
Tel: +351910208265
Quinta da Vacaria, 5050-364 Vilarinho dos Freires – Peso da Régua
Vilarinho dos Freires
Peso da Régua
5050-365
Portugal
More information: http://loja.quintadavacaria.pt/#
Bronze – New to Market: Easy Weekday Red
Casabel Lisboa Red, 2019
Companhia Agrícola do Sanguinhal, Lda.
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Smooth tannins, a balanced wine
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Hello weekday wine, very drinkable
Companhia Agrícola do Sanguinhal, Lda.
Contact: Diogo Reis
diogo.reis@sanguinhal.pt
Tel: +351913115587
Quinta das Cerejeiras – Apartado 6
Bombarral
Leiria
2544-910
Portugal
More information: https://www.portugalvineyards.com/en/brand/669_companhia-agricola-do-sanguinhal
Bronze – New to Market: Treat Yourself White
Piano Reserve White, 2020
Carlos Alonso Douro Wine Company
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Complex, floral and a delicious finish of peach
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Fresh and bright, the melon and pear shine through
Contact: Ana Sofia Alonso
sofia@carlosalonso-dourowine.pt
Tel: +351962665040
Parque Industrial de Alijó
Lote 26
Alijó
Alto Douro
5070-074
Portugal
More information: https://www.portugalvineyards.com/pt/douro/11275-piano-reserve-white-2018-5603769000783.html
Bronze – New to Market: Easy Weekday White/Rosé
Val Soléu Organic, 2020
Cellier des Dauphins
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Crisp, clear, dry and easy drinking
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Light and fruity
Contact: Jo Thompson
jo@bellevillemarketing.com
Tel: 07909522797
Route de Nyons
BP 17
Tulette
Rhône
26790
France
More information: https://www.cellier-des-dauphins.com
Silver – New to Market: Treat Yourself Red
Beira Serra Reserva DOC Tinto, 2015
Beira Serra Vinhos
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Absolutely delicious – rounded and well balanced
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Spicy on the finish
Contact: Manuel Belo
manuel.belo@cooperativabeiraserra.pt
Rua das Naves, 5
Vila Fraca das Naves
Guarda
Portugal
More information: https://store.cooperativabeiraserra.pt/
Silver – New to Market: Easy Weekday Red
Encosta do Sobral Selection, 2019
Santos & Seixo Wines
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: I’d be happy to drink this any day of the week
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Nice oaky smell with black fruits
Contact: Lisa Resende
lisa.resende@santoseseixo.pt
Tel: +351918399145
Rua Professor Henrique de Barros, nº 4, 1º A
Edifício Sagres,
Prior Velho
Lisboa
2685-342
Portugal
More information: https://www.santoseseixo.pt
More information: https://www.portugalvineyards.com/en/tejo/15495-encostas-do-sobral-selection-red-2019-5607582010011.html
Silver – New to Market: Treat Yourself White
Palesa Chenin Blanc, 2021
UniWines Vineyards (Pty) Ltd
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Classy wine with plenty of character
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Smooth, balanced and pleasing to drink
Contact: Pieter Cronje
tasteadmin@uniwines.co.za
Tel: + 27 24 34 91110
Louwshoek,
Voorsorg Road,
Rawsonville
Western Cape
South Africa
More information: https://palesawines.co.za
Silver – New to Market: Easy Weekday White/Rosé
Sottal Lisboa White, 2020
Companhia Agrícola do Sanguinhal, Lda.
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Aromatic and floral, with notes of basil
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Fresh, citrus fruits – nice and delicate
Contact: Diogo Reis
diogo.reis@sanguinhal.pt
Tel: +351913115587
Quinta das Cerejeiras – Apartado 6
Bombarral
Leiria 2544-910
Portugal
More information: https://www.portugalvineyards.com/en/brand/669_companhia-agricola-do-sanguinhal
Winner – New to Market: Treat Yourself Red
Manel Chaves Touriga Nacional Reserva Tinto 2018
Quinta dos Monteirinhos
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: A dinner party red
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Soft with violets
Contact: Sérgio Almeida
geral@monteirinhos.pt
Tel: +351924141084
Rua da Barroca
Moimenta De Maceira Dao
Mangualde
3530-312
Portugal
More information: https://www.facebook.com/monteirinhos
Winner – New to Market: Easy Weekday Red
Pena Vermelha Colheita Seleccionada, 2019
Santos & Seixo Wines
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Fruity and fun, a great pizza wine
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Nice easy drinking, enjoyable
Contact: Lisa Resende
lisa.resende@santoseseixo.pt
Tel: +351918399145
Rua Professor Henrique de Barros, nº 4, 1º A
Edifício Sagres, Prior Velho
Lisboa
2685-342
Portugal
More information: https://www.santoseseixo.pt
Winner – New to Market: Treat Yourself White
Santos da Casa Reserva Alvarinho, 2019
Santos & Seixo Wines
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Very tasty, moreish and rich
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Crisp and light
Santos & Seixo Wines Distribuição Lda.
Contact: Lisa Resende
lisa.resende@santoseseixo.pt
Tel: +351918399145
Rua Professor Henrique de Barros, nº 4, 1º A
Edifício Sagres, Prior Velho
Lisboa
2685-342
Portugal
More information: https://www.santoseseixo.pt
Winner – New to Market: Easy Weekday White/Rosé
Grüner Veltliner Weinviertel DAC, 2021
Gut Kellerstöckl
Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: I could drink this all day long!
Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Packs a punch
Contact: Viktoria Antrey
Antrey Communicative Affairs & Wine Placement
wig@antrey.at
Tel: +436645556334
Winterzeile 56
Ketzelsdorf
Niederösterreich
2170
Austria
More information: https://www.gut-kellerstoeckl.at
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