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Wines

MALTESE WINES

LABELING

‘Superior’ can only be used on wines that have not been enriched and have achieved stipulated higher natural alcohol content.  White and rose must have a minimum of 12 % vol. and red 12.5%

 

‘D.O.K.’ Quality wines will have higher natural alcohol levels and must have come from authorised vines.  The finished wines will also have undergone independent analytical tests by tasting panels in Italy.  It is an instant guarantee of the wines authenticity and origin, and either grown in Malta or in Gozo.

 

‘I.G.T’ Table wines with a Geographical Indication, these wines can either be grown in Malta or in Gozo or a blend of both. 

 

 

WHITE                                                                                                      

VERDALA SECCO                                                                                                                                        € 10.50

This dry white is a fresh and fruity white wine that is ideal as a summer companion to most of the typical Mediterranean dishes. Dry light table wine                                                                           

 

LA CROCE   I.G.T

Mixed blend of locally grown varieties. A wine with a very refreshing crisp palate                                        € 10.50

 

PALATINO Local Chardonnay   D.O.K        Superior                                                                                  € 11.60

A nose of golden delicious apples and ripe pears anticipates a weighty, round sensation on the palate                    

 

PALATINO Local Sauvignon Blanc   D.O.K. Superior                                                                                € 11.60

A crisp wine with tropical fruit on the nose and freshly cut grass, with a refreshing soft palate                                

 

PALATINO Local Vermentino          DOK   Superior                                                                                  € 11.60

An attractive aromatic bouquet of spring flowers, herb al hints and light mineral splashes on the palate                                                                              

GABRIELI – Pinot Bianco                                                                                                                            € 11.60

This easy drinking elegant wine makes the perfect aperitif.  This fruity, slightly floral crisp dry wine

Has been produced from Italian grapes and bottled in Malta

           

LA TORRE – Local Sauvignon Blanc           I.G.T                                                                                                   € 11.20

Aromas of a tropical frit nature, pineapple, lychees and passion fruit. It is a medium bodied wine with a

Refreshing acidity and lingering finish.

 

LA TORRE – Local Girgentina         I.G.T                                                                                                   € 11.20

Truly local grape with a delicate aroma of lemon, lychees and slight mineral hint. Easy drinking and crisp acidity with a warm finish.

 

VICTORIA Chardonnay   D.O.K Gozo – Short maturation in French Oak barrel                                       € 12.50

An attractive, slightly honeyed, barrel matured dry white wine.  Soft and fruity good Chardonnay characteristics and a subtly hints of toast and vanilla, a refreshing fruity wine with good acidity and length.                    

 

MEDINA   I.G.T – Girgentina and Chardonnay                                                                                            € 13.95

The crispness and fruitiness of the Girgentina Maltese grape and blended perfectly with the fullness and complexity of the Chardonnay produces a crisp, refreshing and fruity dry wine       

 

 

 

MALTESE WINES

WHITE                                                                                  

HAUTEVILLE    D.O.K French Oak Barrel Aged Chardonnay                                                                  € 21.75           

Full flavoured ripe Chardonnay with toasty vanilla overtones. This full bodied soft honeyed wine has subtle hints of exotic fruits, pineapple and warm spices        

 

ANTONIN Chardonnay    D.O.K. GOZO                                                                                                      € 30.75

Barrel fermented and aged on the lees for up to 12 months in new oak barrels. Aromas of vanilla and burnt toast giving

way to crisp citrus and apple flavours on the palate.  It is full and round in the mouth with a subtle nuance of oak adding finesse and complexity            

 

MOSCATO- Sweet liqueur wine                                                                                                                   € 11.20

A delicious golden sweet rich concentrated wine that is perfect to most desserts. Moscato grapes have wonderful

marmalade flavour with since of honey and butterscotch. Product of Italy, bottled in Malta                                                                                                 

PALATINO DOLCE VITA D.O.K. Late Harvest Superior                                                                                     € 22.40

Sauvignon Blanc-Vermentino –Viognier.   It is enticing, syrupy and has an aroma of stewed apricots with an elegant natural sweetness.   Ideal with rich foods and desserts          

 

RED                                                                                                          

LA VALETTE     I.G.T                                                                                                                                  € 10.50

 A medium bodied blend of noble grape varieties with a spicy aroma and a pleasant fruity palate                                                                                                    

PALATINO Cabernet Sauvignon   D.O.K Superior                                                                                     € 11.60

Classic intense aromas of black current & cassis supported by a tannic, full bodied palate

 

PALATINO Merlot      D.O.K Superior                                                                                                        € 11.60

A wine of medium bodied intensity showing plum and cranberry flavours with soft, approachable tannins                                                               

PALATINO Syrah     D.O.K   Superior                                                                                                         € 11.60

This wine has a dark colour, full body, deep palate marked by flavours of pepper and tar

 

LA TORRE - Merlot                                                                                                                                      € 11.20

An easy drinking red wine with soft tannins, red fruit aromas, raspberries and mulberries.

 

LA TORRE – Cabernet Sauvignon                                                                                                               € 11.20

A medium bodied with aromas of black fruit blackberries and black current with robust tannins velvety lingering finish

 

LA TORRE – Gellewza and Shiraz                                                                                                                € 11.20

A medium bodied red wine with aromas of ripe fruit.  The Gellewza typical Maltese grape softens the spiciness and

Earthy flavours of the Shiraz grape forwarding fruitiness and rounded tannin

 

VICTORIA Merlot     D.O.K Superior Gozo                                                                                                            € 12.50

 This Merlot has full flavour is robust with concentrated fruit and just a hint of oaky vanilla. An elegant austere Merlot

Full of flavour and character                                                 

 

MEDINA    D.O.K  Carignan, Grenache, Syrah                                                                                            € 13.95

A skillful blend of fruity, robust concentration of Syrah, spiciness of the Grenache and the colour and aroma of the

Carignan.  Combined they produce an easy drinking soft, fruity red wine.                                                    

 

HAUTEVILLE     D.O.K Superior - Cabernet Sauvignon - Matured in French Oak Barrels                                    € 21.75

A full bodied, robust and concentrated. A ripe nose with sweet black fruits on the palate. Spicy, elegant, long finish. 

Matured in French Oak Barrels

 

 

MALTESE WINES

 

RED                                                                                                

HAUTEVILLE     D.O.K – Syrah or Cabernet Sauvignon -Matured in French Oak Barrels                                    € 21.75

A full bodied fruit packed red wine with soft ripe tannin.  An elegant blend nicely balanced with oak tht results in a soft, mellow robust wine with rich fruity flavours and a full long finish                                             

 

CHEVAL FRANC         D.O.K Superior – Cabernet Franc and Syrah.                                                        € 31.50

This medium bodied ruby red wine has distinct peppery and her baceous aromas with an intense bouquet.                                      

ANTONIN NOIR   D.O.K     Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc                                                            € 36.20

Merlot is the dominant grape, with a unique character of bright fruit coupled with a richcomplex palet making very

enjoyable in its early years. 12 month in French oak barrels

 

MARNISI    Cabernet Sauvignon/Franc, Merlot                                                                                                        € 38.75

This wine is unfiltered in too oak barrels and aged for 12 month, thus its robust nature and solid structure it has excellent aging potential. 

 

MELQUART Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot                                                                                   € 30.62/half € 18.85

The resulting ripe berry flavours are in enhanced by careful aging barrick full bodied wine. This wine is unfiltered to protect is essential character.

 

GRAND CAVALIER              Matured in French Oak Barrels                                                                                             € 26.50

Cabernet Sauvignon/ merlot.  Full bodied elegant robust red wine has been soften in French oak barrels

Syrah – Rich, robust, velvety red wine, style is silky with ripe easy tannins and vanilla overtones.

 

BEL    Syrah; Prune, peppery palate                                                                                          € 33.00/half   € 19.95

The result silky prune and peppery spice flavours are in enhanced by careful aging barrique. This wine is unfiltered to protect is essential character.

 

NEXUS 2005/2003/2001         Merlot                                                                                      € 35.40/€ 37.00/€ 39.00

The resulting soft ripe cherry plum flavours are enhancing by careful aging barrique. This wine is unfiltered to protect is essential character.

 

CELCIUS RESERVE   Cabernet Sauvignon                                                                                                    € 48.00

Made from longer aged Cabernet Sauvignon.  Celcius is characterised by chocolate, black current Flavour which are enhanced by careful aging barrique

 

ROSE                                                                                                        

VERDALA    I.G.T - Shiraz, Grenache and Gellewza Maltese grape.                                                          € 10.50

A smooth and well balanced rose that combines a fruity aroma with a crisp and refreshing palate                           

 

DOLCINO Rose                                                                                                                                            € 10.50

A delightful fruity, crispy rose wine. Grapes harvested in Italy                                                          

 

GELLEWZA FRIZZANTE - Gellewza, Sparkling fruity wine                                                                                    € 12.25

Gellewza is a typical Maltese grape. This semi sparkling medium dry wine is bursting with ripe fruity flavours.

 A delicate strawberry bouquet.

 

MEDINA Grenache Rose D.O.K                                                                                                                  € 13.95

A delightful fruity, dry rose wine all from Grenache Noir. This particular rose has been achieved because of skilful fermentation with a grape that is renowned for producing top quality rose wines                                                     

 

ODISSEY Grenache Rose D.O.K Gozo                                                                                                         € 16.80

Medium body with an intense aroma reminiscent of fresh apples and warm spices                                                                                            wine list will be published here soon.