{"title":"Long Shadows","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore Long Shadows wines at Perfect Cellar, with a selection spanning Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and distinctive red blends alongside Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. Whether you are choosing a bottle for a special dinner, looking for a thoughtful wine gift or exploring different grape varieties from one producer, this collection offers plenty of directions to discover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor red wine lovers, Feather Cabernet Sauvignon and Pedestal Merlot are natural starting points. Sequel showcases Syrah, while Saggi brings together Sangiovese and Cabernet. Chester-Kidder offers a Cabernet-Syrah blend, with Pirouette providing another option for those drawn to blended reds. The selection includes six reds from the 2021 vintage, making it an inviting way to compare different expressions within the Long Shadows range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite wine drinkers can explore Poet's Leap Riesling 2025, Cymbal Sauvignon Blanc 2024 and Dance Chardonnay 2023. With current bottle prices ranging from £28.95 to £92.95, the collection suits curious enthusiasts as well as buyers seeking a premium gift. Choose a familiar grape or build a mixed selection to discover more of Long Shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"long-shadows-poets-leap-riesling-2025","title":"Long Shadows Poet's Leap Riesling 2025","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - James Suckling.\u003c\/strong\u003e Washington's benchmark Riesling at a friendly price, born from a partnership with Armin Diel of Schlossgut Diel in Germany's Nahe, and made in the German style, with a touch of sweetness balanced by racy acidity. White peach and bright citrus lead, with guavas, pears and pear blossoms, underscored by an elegant thread of minerality. It is lively, precise and just off dry, so it is refreshing rather than sweet. The old vine Riesling comes from certified sustainable sites in the White Bluffs. Serve it well chilled with spicy Thai or Indian dishes, shellfish, roast duck or a platter of soft cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eExpressive aromas of white peach and bright citrus, with guavas, pears and pear blossoms, underscored by an elegant thread of minerality. The palate is medium bodied with good concentration, lively and precise, carried by a beautifully balanced acidity that stretches into a long, generous finish. Pure and varietally true, with a subtle touch of sweetness, at 8.6 grams of residual sugar per litre. Fermented in stainless steel. 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The father-and-son team joined Long Shadows in 2006 to create Saggi, bringing genuine Super Tuscan technique — Sangiovese blended with Bordeaux varieties — to Columbia Valley fruit. 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It's the wine for serious Napa and Bordeaux Cabernet drinkers who want their reds built for the cellar rather than the cocktail hour, and its pedigree and presentation make it a standout gift for anyone who takes their Cabernet seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Press Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e94 Points - James Suckling (2022 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Aromas of ripe blackcurrants, cherry chocolate, mocha, crushed walnuts and wet earth. Full-bodied with a wide, meaty structure, it offers dense, velvety tannins and a deep core of fruit. Long and encompassing.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack cherry, sweet spice, nutmeg and earthy undertones lead to concentrated dark fruit, with silky tannins and a sophisticated, long finish. 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