So successful were our first couple of selections of hard-hitting kings of Europe we have put together round 3!

As before if you are a serious fan of European wine then you won't find a better selection of high performing, big hitting reds! 

Rich, dark fruit and lashings of spice are the hallmarks of the delicious reds in this case...

This new new mixed case includes:

1 x Fontella Chianti DOCG 2015 (Italy)

AWARDED 90/100 POINTS: James Suckling, jamessuckling.com

Chianti as a region boasts some of the world's finest wines as well as fantastic food-friendly bargains and the Fontella is a glorious example of this, seeming a little more 'grown-up' than most other comparably priced quaffers...

Fontella is a traditional Chianti, being predominantly Sangiovese with a splash of Canaiolo and Colorino. Medium-bodied and easy-drinking in style, it is stainless steel fermented to maximise freshness and fruit expression. The resulting soft, harmonious flavours of dark cherry, plum, chocolate and marzipan make this wine taste like it could be three times the price.

Alc 13.5% - Seal: Cork

1 x Cave De Roquebrun Terres D'Orb Rouge 2016 (France)

AWARDED GOLD MEDAL: Concours General Agricole Paris 2017

AWARDED GOLD MEDAL: Great Wines of Languedoc 2017

AWARDED COMMENDED: Decanter World Wines Awards 2017

If you like the fruity, spicy reds then this example from the Languedoc delivers in spades....

Carignan, Grenache, Merlot and Cab Savauginon unleash a Bacchanalian orgy of flavour thanks to a fruit forward style of winemaking. They are crafted by Alain Rogier, 2015 the IWC Winemaker of the Year, at the Cave de Roquebrun, which ranks among the finest wineries in Southern France.

A blend 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 20% Carignan and 10% Grenache that is soft, harmonious,well-balanced with oodles of drinkability!

Alc 13% - Seal: Screw Cap (Please not bottle image different to one that will be distributed, as this will be screw cap)

1 x Miopasso Nero D’Avola (Italy)

AWARDED GOLD MEDAL: Berliner Wine Trophy 2017

AWARDED COMMENDED: Decanter World Wines Awards 2017

Miopasso is a small range of quality wines made with indigenous Italian grape varieties, bringing traditional styles of Italian wines to the international market place, This is truly a genuine taste of Italy...

Deep, purple/red with an incredibly intense nose featuring black pepper and spices. The palate offers layers and layers of fruit with bursts of dark berry fruit, offering excellent balance and complexity, with a soft, long finish.

Alc 13% - Seal: Screw Cap

1 x Malabarista Tempranillo Garnacha 2013 (Spain)

AWARDED 90/100 POINTS: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Aug 2016

Made up of 7 different components, the Malabarista (meaning juggler in Spanish) showcases the fabulous juggling of ideas wine makers Ed Adams (Master Wine Maker) and Bruce Jack have been experimenting with for many years...

"Attractively fruited on the nose showing dark berry, floral, raspberry coulis and spice characters with hints of vanilla and almond. The palate displays succulent fruit flavours and silky texture, enhanced by elegant savoury complexity and polished tannins. Medium-full-bodied and highly enjoyable" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Aug 2016

Alc 13.6% - Seal: Screw Cap

1 x Castano Ecologico Organic Monastrell 2016 (Spain)

AWARDED GOLD MEDAL & 95/100 POINTS: New World Wine Awards 2017

Wonders are being worked with the Monastrell grape (aka mourvèdre) in Spain and this delicious organic gold medal winning option is a great example to explore this...

"Attractive rose and lavender notes with an intriguing savoury lift. The palate is ripe plum, with a touch of liquorice and sweet cherry fruits, balanced by juicy acidity and long length. A big, rich wine that is distinctively Spanish and capable of aging beautifully. Absolute harmony with Ramara cheese, venison salami and an outdoor fire" New World Wine Awards 2017

Alc 13.5% - Seal: Screw Cap

1 x Chateau Saint Seurin de Leviac, Bordeaux AOC 2015 (France)

AWARDED GOLD MEDAL: Gilbert et Gaillard 2016

Chateau Saint Seurin de Leviac is a classic example of how good the 'everyday drinking' wines from a great Bordeaux vintage can be...

Intense ruby red in colour in the glass with a spiced nose. A bouquet of red and black berries show in abundance with underlying creamy richness. The palate has medium body, with lovely ripe red fruit and smooth tannins, finishing elegantly.

Alc 13% - Seal: Cork