Didn’t Have Time to Exercise? Drink Red Wine!

Not exercising consistently can lead to muscle atrophy, diabetes, bone density loss, and other problems. But sometimes, though, our sedentary lifestyles are incredibly busy, and we simply can’t find the time to exercise for a few days. So if it’s been a few days since you hit the gym, there may be a way to help slow down the damage from not exercising: some red wine.

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Societies for Experimental Biology suggests that resveratrol, a phenol that is found in red wine, may prevent the deterioration due to not exercising – at least for awhile. The study took two sets of rats, both of who were subjected to an environment that simulated weightlessness. One group was given resveratrol, and the other wasn’t.

The results were interesting and the study also suggests that resveratrol may be able to prevent the deleterious consequences of sedentary behaviors in humans. Several other stuides have suggested that resveratrol has a range of health benefits, from combating cancer to acting as an anti-inflammatory.

Chateau d'Angles

We are now proud to announce that we have imported the most recent vintages from CHÂTEAU D’ANGLÉS, which have just been released from the estate! We know the Fabre family personally and their wines are available through us in the UK. We are delighted to offer these following wines, which can be delivered directly to you.

Château d’Anglès - Classique Rosé - 2010
Mourvèdre based Rosé wine with a dash of Syrah and Grenache. Brilliant “’pink flamingo’’ colour.
A wonderfully intense nose of citrus fruits and raspberry aromas. Full and lush on the pallet, very fresh, long and complex aromatic composition of white flowers with a natural mineral finish – perfect for summer drinking.

Château d’Anglès - Classique White - 2009
A wine that blends Bourboulenc,Grenache, Marsanne and Roussanne for more complexity. The straw yellow hue reveals an elegant bouquet of rose, acacia and spices. Lively, mellow and balanced, the taste of white fruits will complement grilled fish, seafood, poultry and young cheese.

Château d’Anglès - Classique Red - 2008
Syrah, Grenache and a touch of Mourvèdre for a deep red colour with black highlights. The aroma evokes red fruit flavours such as blackcurrant and also pepper. Full-bodied wine, with smooth and delicate tannins. Delicious with cold cuts and grilled meat as well as everyday drinking.

Château d’Anglès - Grand Vin White - 2007
Bourboulenc, Grenache, Marsanne and Roussanne grapes that are fermented and aged in oak barrels. Pale yellow colour with golden highlights. Rich and complex nose, with a blend of white fruits, spices and warm brioche flavours. Plentiful, structured and buttery taste unveiling a lovely aromatic intensity. Long and fresh finish. Impressive wine matching Indian/spicy food, poultry and cheese.

Château d’Anglès - Grand Vin Red - 2007
Mourvèdre, Syrah, Grenache and a dash of Vieux Carignan aged in oak barrels. Deep red colour with hints of black. Complex and full-bodied bouquet with a blend of red and black fruits, vanilla, liquorice and earthy flavours. Fleshy, balanced taste, endowed with a nice freshness and soft tannins. Try it with all kind of cooked meat and chocolate cake.

Pomerol Dinner at Rudding Park

On the last Saturday of January Francois Janoueix of Château Lafleur Saint Jean, Bordeaux, hosted a special wube eveing at Rudding Park. It was a resounding success. Thank You Francois Janoueix for a lovely evening.