Oxford Wine Festival Competition 2017

THE COMPETITION HAS NOW CLOSED. Win a pair of tickets to the Oxford Wine Festival, an oenophile's paradise where you can sample wines from over 20 countries, discover new favourites, educate your palate and get a bit merry all at the same time!

Oxford Wine Festival Competition 2017

We have two pairs of tickets to The Oxford Wine Festival to give away!
The tickets allow you and a friend entry to one of the three sessions: Friday evening, Saturday afternoon, or Saturday evening, and include vouchers for your first ten tastings.

The Oxford Wine Festival is bringing hundreds of rare and award-winning wines, from over 20 countries, to The Oxford Union for one weekend only. On Friday 8th and Saturday 9th September, the prestigious debating chambers play host to merchants, music, tastings, tutorials, food and drink!

To enter we'd like you to flex your literary skills and describe something that isn't a wine, as if it was a wine. We want your best Jilly Goolden or Oz Clarke impression, with as much new mown hay, fairy liquid or bonfire smoke as you like in there. Please also tell us what it is you are describing (in case we can't guess).

The competition closes at noon on Tuesday 22nd August .
We look forward to reading your entries!

Entries so far:

My eyes have connected with Merlot and it’s love, scrolling through and reading all about your soft, velvety plum flavours you are sending me all giddy into a world of pure imagination!

Oh how your full body of black and red berries hit my tongue and send me into that perfectly organised wedding of mine, your aroma of plum and dark chocolate compliment all my softer meat tasting dinners that I have prepped and healthy planned for the week ahead.

Your earthly notes of tea leaf and forest air are a perfect escape into my sophisticated and charming newly designed home, that will be featured in Vogue.

Thank you Merlot for helping time fly by and encouraging me to dream of that perfect/ideal life of mine.

(Pinterest)

WINNER

This crisp, straw-coloured offering appears thin at first glance, but dark inky overtones give it substance. Notes of seriousness and frivolity are woven together with a bright individuality to produce a rich tapestry of tastes, reflecting the vibrant culture of the area where it has been produced for over 50 years.

(Daily Info!)

WINNER

Heavenly full-bodied and round, with sharp tangs that just hit the edge. Its smooth texture and alabaster colour are sure to quickly tantalise the taste buds and brain cells. It's a classic one for the collection, and is loved by students. It simultaneously tumbles and pirouettes, enchanting with its majestic uniqueness. It emits a distinctive flavour of the region, and can be best enjoyed over twilight alongside a good book.

(The Radcliffe Camera, Oxford)

Blended from the finest of materials including aluminium and glass, which have been elegantly hand-crafted to give smooth finish. Intense power makes it extremely seductive. It can be enjoyed immediately but will also age well. Can be paired well with any luxurious body wash.

(A shower)

The sweetness of the flesh grapes fruit take direct from the Earth ! Imagine if this little fruit become liquid ? a liquid that bringing you taste bud up to heaven and close to the God Bacchus . The drink of eternal life .

I wish to be well, hear me!

Nostrum to my dry mouth, cracked bruised lips and bleeding gums. Feelings of pain and weakness would soon depart as you are reputed to cure a variety of afflictions.

Your effect produce penetrating antidote.

(Phytomenadione)

Nestling among the world wide web, this reliable and friendly site has been tantalising Oxford residents and visitors for over 50 years. Accented with opportunities, culture and entertainment, there is certainly something for everyone. From the young to the more mature, you will certainly not be disappointed by the full bodied menu. Ideal for your next career move, or for finding your perfect house mate.

Goes down smoothly like a symphony on your tongue

And then I see you:

Flamboyant, your colours are brighter than ever, everything about you is just so perfect I feel kind of overwhelmed, I seem to be unable to contain this insane emotional flow. As soon as the door opens and I breath you in, a toasty yet crispy air breeze gently caresses me invading every single inch of my skin, and in a second I am reminded of how much I have missed you. I am like a peregrine who has been walking for days without resting, I am thirsty for your juicy flavours and the more I drink from you the more my body needs you, I just can't stop, I want more! This feeling is silky, opulent not only for my body, for my soul too: it's intellectually satisfying! I get lost into you, everything just moves so fast, I lose track of time and then here I am again, waiting to get on that plane once more, God knows when I will be reconnected to you. I feel drained, I can taste charcoal in my mouth and tears scarring my face. See you soon my dearest, always with me always with you.

(Going home once a year!)

Obviously held by the stem before the first taste, an intake of air draws the initial brightness into the body. Now decanted, the hours of aeration drizzle by until the bowl has been warmed and concentrated aromas of violet and lavender flood the structure. As the punt approaches, the intense angularity softens into oaked vanilla, draining away the last of the earlier bright acidity.

(The passing of a day)

Its crisp, fresh body smoothly introduces excitement to the mind. Rich in deep aromas, that enhance its inescapably bold presence. Subtle earthy undertones and refreshing kinesthetics leverage the rich talents of Italian production.

(Ferrari)

This dark and enchanting liquid runs through my veins, filling me with relief. After a difficult week of sleepless nights and a need for some form of remedy - the fruity, strong and powerful taste rises me up from the ashes; like a phoenix, I am cured for physical disruption. My senses entwine with a kick of, "Oh gosh, that's a strong taste" to a wonderful, "This is exactly what I fucking needed." My throat is covered in warmth, comfort and grape-fruity sweetness. I am pleased. I am ready to get a proper night's sleep.

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