2022 Samartzis Kontoura Barrique, PGI Thiva

Kontoura

£18.95

2022 Samartzis M Merlot/Mouhtaro, PGI Central Greece

Red Blend

£17.95

2022 Sao Blanc, Mas Blanch i Jove, DO Costers del Segre

White Blend

The Sao Blanc is a well-knit, age worthy blend of 90% Macabeo and 10% Garnatxa Blanca.  Immediately bright and perky in the glass with a wonderfully textured palate courtesy of 6 months in oak.  This terrific wine is open and fresh with great purity of fruit and smoky hints and although showing nicely in it's youth it will continue to evolve for several years and gain in complexity. 

£21.00

2022 Savagnin Blanc, Domaine Badoz, AC Jura

Savagnin

Domaine Badoz are 10th Generation winemakers in the Jura and know a thing or two about the unique, foodie wines of this part of France.  This Savagnin shows typical citrus and green apple characters mixed with a complex hazelnut and spice notes.  Ageing in old wood gives texture and body yet the acidity is keen and fresh, making this a fabulous food wine, especially with Comte Cheese and other regional dishes. 

£38.00

2022 Shiraz, Grenache, Zinfandel, Silent Noise, Mclaren Vale

Syrah Blend

The SGZ by Silent Noise is an immensely enjoyable wine and is an unsual blend of Shiraz, Grenache & Zinfandel made in a very fresh, approachable style. Upfront, the aromas are boiled sweets and white cherries followed closely by a young vibrant perfume and notes of orange oil. On the palate there's bright red mouthfilling fruit with undertones of savoury dusty dark berry fruits and spice. 

£15.95

2022 Single Vineyard Sangiovese, Benegas, Mendoza

Sangiovese

The Benegas Sangiovese comes from ungrafted vines planted by the family in 1935 and represents the perfect blend of 'New' and 'Old' world.  Distinctly Sangiovese with an Argentine twist this deeply coloured red wine shows lots of wild red fruits with notes of vanilla and cocoa on the nose.  The palate is nicely structured with more red fruits, hints of spice and perfectly poised acidity.  The finish is long and balanced with herbal-tinged smoky notes.

£28.00

2022 Snapper Rock Pinot Noir, Marlborough

Pinot Noir

Pale, delicate and very easy drinking, the Snappe rRock Pinot Noir is a great introduction to the kiwi style and perfect for light lunches. Bright red fruits, cranberry and herbal tinges all mingle on the nicely balanced palate. 

£15.95

2022 Soave Classico Monte Fiorentine, Ca Rugate

Garganega

Ca’ Rugate is an agricultural business which produces wines of the territory with distinctive and identifiable character that can evoke the land that they derive from, the Soave Classico, Valpolicella and Lessini Durello.

£21.95

2022 Sobreiro Tinto de Pegoes, Peninsula de Setubal

Red Blend

The Sobreiro Tinto de Pegoes is an approachable, succulent and vibrant blend showing black fruit compote layered with vanilla and spice, and a softness on the palate which is packed with juicy fruit and a smooth finish.

£11.75

2022 Syrah, Stefano Amerigh, DOC Cortona

Syrah/Shiraz

Cortona is a hilltop top in Tuscany about 600 metres above sea level, and home to Stefano Amerighi, Italy's finest finest grower of Syrah.  Working biodynamically, Stefano aims to get the very best out of the grape that he loves from the terroir that he adores.  As head of the DOC, Stefano aims to champion Cortona in general as well as his own Northern Rhone inspired wine.  Packed with plush red fruits, minerality and white pepper spice, this lovely wine requries a little more time for the tannins to settle nad become more ingrained, but, as with previous releases, patience will be richly rewarded.

£46.00

2022 Syrah/Xinomavro, Alpha Estate, Florina

Xinomavro

The Alpha Estate Syrah/Xinomavro is a 50/50 blend of the two varieties and is full bodied with concentrated, complex aromas of ripe blackberry, spice, vanilla, clove and cracked pepper. Rich, dark fruit flavours, quince and vanilla overtones are complemented by natural freshness from its cool climate origins.

£19.95

2022 The Conductor Merlot, Philip Shaw, Orange, NSW

Merlot

Philip Shaw has been making wine for 56 years and has twice been named International Winemaker of the Year and Australian Winemaker of the Year. The wines are estate grown and made at Koomooloo Vineyard. Sitting in one of the coolest and highest growing regions in Australia, Orange. The vineyard is unique for Australia with over 10 passes by hand, with all the grapes being hand sorted in the winery.

£17.99

2022 The Liberator Francophile Syrah, Stellenbosch

Syrah/Shiraz

The Liberator Francophile Syrah is a partial whole bunch ferment which gives a wine that is full of vibrant red-black fruit, with an aromatic nose reminiscent of Saint-Joseph lillie. The result is a thrilling young red that is free of the constraints and manipulated flavour profile that come with barrel-ageing. This is a very pure and naked example of the Syrah grape. Dangerously drinkable on release, it could be expected to age for three to five years in bottle.

£11.95

2022 The Pepper Pot, David Finlayson Wines, Stellenbosch

Rhone Blend

The Edgebaston Pepper Pot from David Finlayson wines expertly shows the fruit and spice driven flavours of classic Rhône varietals. The colour is a youthful purple/red and the nose shows crushed black pepper, dark mulberry and mixed berry coulis.  A well balanced finish rounds off what is a very popular seller for us.

£13.95

2022 Tokara Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch

Cabernet Sauvignon

The Tokara Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon displays a brilliant purple-black core and deep ruby edge. The nose leads with classic aromas of cassis, ripe cherry, subtle liquorice and graphite. There is an intriguing freshness underscoring these aromas with hints of cigar box and fynbos. The palate is full-bodied with dense fine-grained tannins, indulgent ripe fruit and a multi-layered persistent finish.

£29.95

2022 Txakoli, Bodegas Katxina, DO Getariako Txacolina

Hondarribi Zuri

Made with the indigenous Hondarribi Zuri grape variety, this wonderful Txakoli (pronounced cha-co-li) is a brilliantly zesty example of this intriguing wine.  Bodegas Katxina strive to produce the healthiest fruit possible with which to make clean, crisp and enjoyable wine.  The grapes are harvested at optimum ripeness in October and are pressed very gently to protect the delicate fruit characters of the grape.  Following a cool fermentation the wine sits on it's lees for 3 - 4 months at 4 degrees celsius helping to retain it's gentle spritz.  Super fresh, with lovely aromatics and crisp, zesty finish, this is a great aperitif style and also perfect for shellfish dishes.

£17.50

2022 V Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough

Sauvignon Blanc

The V Sauvignon Blanc has punchy tropical fruits and hints of lemon pith and fresh lime. The palate is clean and fresh with lively acidity surrounding a core of passionfruit and ripe tropical flavours.

£12.50

2022 Ventoux Blanc, Domaine Fondreche, AC Ventoux

White Blend

The Fondreche Ventoux Blanc is a fresh, aromatic white wine that is a luminous straw-yellow colour with subtle green tinges. The nose is expressive and elegant, showing layers of white peach, pear, citrus zest, and floral notes like honeysuckle and acacia. There’s a mineral edge that reflects the limestone-rich soils and a hint of spice, adding complexity. On the palate, it is clean, medium-bodied, and finely textured. The wine balances vibrant acidity with a smooth, slightly creamy mouthfeel, resulting in a harmonious and refreshing profile.

£19.95

2022 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Avignonese

Sangiovese

Founded in 1974, Avignonesi is the leading winery in the Montepulciano area of Tuscany, enjoying a sterling reputation amongst wine critics around the world.

£27.95

2022 Wagram Gruner Veltliner, Eschenhof Holzer

Gruner Veltliner

The Wagram Gruner Veltliner by Eschenhof Holzer is an easy to love white wine, full of peach, juicy red apples and hints of spicy white pepper.

£16.95

2022 Yantra, Tenuta Sette Cieli, IGT Toscana

Red Blend

A sophisticated blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from a mixture of the properties younger vines and also 'off cuts' from their top wines.  Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts and the wine is aged for 7 months in tank and a further 3 months in bottle prior to release. There's plenty of blackcurrant and red and dark berry fruits, hints of graphite and a tantalising herbal note.  This delicious red shows a lightness of touch that belies it's complex nose.  Delicious now after a decent decant but with the potential to age for a good 4 - 5 years.

£26.95

2022 Zweigelt Rose Reserve, Waldschutz, Burgenland

Zweigelt

The Waldschutz Zweigelt Rose is a superb, fresh and very dry Rose that is packed with lively red berry fruit and exotic notes.  Zesty and extremely thirst quenching, this is a terrific aperitif/picnic rose and guaranteed to add some zip to your summer!  Made from a mixture of vines from both Kamptal and Wagram, this terrific Rose showcases the terroir of each. 

£17.95

2022/23 Avesso & Alvarinho, Casa de Vilacetinho, DOC Vinho Verde

Albarino/Alvarinho

The Avesso & Alvarinho Vinho Verde from Casa Vilacetinho is a wine with great complexity and structure showing great minerality and freshness along with a rounded, slightly weighty character thanks in part the 25 Year old Avesso vines.  

£16.95

2022/23 Carte d’Or, Baumard, AC Coteaux du Layon, Half Bottle

Chenin Blanc

The Carte d'Or Coteaux du Layon from Baumard has a very attractive honeyed nose, with lifted yellow fruits and more golden tropical elements such as mango, guava and pineapple. It has a particularly tropical character and a very fresh feel on the palate, with steely minerality and a zippy background acidity giving invigorating tartness to keep the wine luscious and buoyant. The rounded, approachable finish has good length.

£13.95