By Lords on
26 April 2010
 Despite the fantastic weather outside, a dozen people gathered around the marble table for this unusual wine tasting. I say unusual because I picked three “infamous” white wines.
The first was highly appreciated by everybody, the Three Choirs English Medium Dry 2008 white wine is only made a few miles away from us in Newent, near Gloucester. The winery has been awarded many times in different English wine competitions and I can easily understand why: The nose is very fresh with lots of fruit aromas like melon and candied lemon. On the palate, we found a very light wine in weight but with a precise balance, a pleasant dusty texture, lots of fruit again with an apple & pear play, hints of melon, the finish is short but with a refreshing bitter/zesty touch.
The second wine was maybe a little bit too unusual for the general palate, the Martius 2005 from Agricola Falset-Marçà originate from the district of Priorat in Spain. It is 100% White Grenache with 10% barrel fermented. Although the nose showed some nice grass and citrus note, we were not impressed by the strong petrol & old wet wood aromas. On the palate, it was a little bit disastrous with a very strong alcohol feel, especially on the finish. I found grass again with some apple bitterness. ~
My guess is that the wine has become too old and I will try to get a very young sample for the near future.
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By Lords on
26 April 2010
 While the journalists, the buyers and the best palates concentrate their effort in the release of the 2009 Bordeaux, we, at the Lords of the Manor, much prefer to taste wines that are ready to drink! Anyhow, it is obvious to me that this vintage will be amazing. How do I know? I was in Bordeaux last October during the harvest and was thrilled by the colour and taste of the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes freshly picked from the vines. But Bordeaux doesn’t only mean red wine and sweet wine with the ultra famous “Sauternes” is also very much talked about... The white grapes which they blend in this wine are the Sémillon and the Sauvignon Blanc. In the vineyards of Château Suduiraut, I could see that the fungus “Botrytis Cinerea” was all over the grapes, turning their original green colour into light brown. It also crumpled the skin and dried out the inside flesh. This meant a high concentration of sugar in most of the grapes. Easy then for everybody there to predict an abundant and delicious production!
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By Lords on
06 April 2010
 This very special package which includes an overnight accommodation in a Country Double Bedroom and 2 tickets to Batsford Arboretum.
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By Lords on
06 April 2010
 The Lords of the Manor is in the heart of the Cotswolds, a haven of complete privacy and relaxation.
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By Lords on
06 April 2010
 This seductive offer includes: Champagne Afternoon Tea on arrival, one night's luxury accommodation and dinner.
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By Lords on
06 April 2010
 Belvedere vodka cocktail on arrival. Two night's accommodation in a Country room with dinner and full English breakfast.
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By Lords on
06 April 2010
 A very Special offer for the discerning driver who just loves classic cars and great hotels.
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By Lords on
26 January 2010
"From family-friendly boltholes and luxury boutiques to rural retreats and city-centre crash pads, Rhiannon Batten offers the experts’ guide to the nation’s greatest places to stay.
Lords of the manor
This 1650 mansion is 'fit for a king in a spectacular setting', approves Alastair. 'A complimentary wine tasting for guests onSaturday evenings isn't a bad way to choose your tipple before sitting down to a Michelin-starred dinner."
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By Lords on
25 January 2010
 Join us at the end of Game Season for another Sparkling Evening hosted by Paul Graham from Pol Roger on Friday 19th February.
Established in 1849, Champagne Pol Roger remains family-owned and proudly independent to this day. The history and spirit of the company mirrors that of the family who bear the same name: a respect for nature, a devotion to quality and a certain joie de vivre.
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By Lords on
02 December 2009
 Friday 22nd January 2010
Gourmet dinner hosted by Chris Campbell of Rothschilds
The spirit of innovation is evident in the family's winemaking, from the grand crus of Château Mouton Rothschild and Château Lafite, to the cru bourgeois vineyard of Château Clarke and groundbreaking ventures in the USA, South America and South Africa. Rothschild wines embody all that is wonderful about the fruit of the vine.
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