Astoria, El Ruden Rosso Veneto, 2023 Marsanne backed by a subtle floral

backed by a subtle floral lift

colour and tannins

This sensational Fleurie is not a late picked cuvée as you may expect but rather a wine made from the oldest vines on the estate and the tardive relates to the age rather than the picking

the wine is led by Grenache

Catherine Marshall's Sandstone Pinot Noir showcases vibrant aromas of fresh pomegranate seeds

Astoria, El Ruden Rosso Veneto, 2023 Marsanne backed by a subtle floralAstoria's El Ruden Rosso is a bold and distinctive northern Italian red with a twist. The name Ruden means rust in Venetian dialecthence the labeland the wine is just as memorable. Its an unusual blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and a touch of dried Marzemino, giving it a rich, Amarone like depth without the Amarone price tag. Aged 9 months in French oak, its soft yet structured, packed with ripe red and black fruit, gentle spice, and