2021 Alion, Tempos Vega Sicilia, D.O. Ribera del Duero

Tempranillo

The vintage released in 2025 is the 2021 Alión, a year to remember, one of the best in recent times; it was relaxed and textbook in all senses, with snow in the beginning of the year, a mild spring disturbed only by frost in Pesquera that didn't affect other villages, a relatively cool summer that slowed things down, and the grapes ripened to perfection without rain after September. They used grapes from 13 different villages throughout the Ribera del Duero, 130 hectares. The grapes are cooled down for 24 hours, and once destemmed, they are put in the oak and stainless steel vats, where they undergo a five-day cold soak and then native fermentation through a "pied de cuve." It has 14.5% alcohol, a pH of 3.81 and 4.8 grams of acidity (tartaric). It's very fresh and fruit-driven, with the balance and elegance of the cooler years, a little austere, with very elegant and polished tannins and a different quality, when the grapes ripen slowly. They believe 2024 has the potential to be like 2021, after the 2022 and 2023 vintages were a lot more challenging. It was bottled in June 2023. Drink 2025-2040.

£95.00

2021 Barolo ‘Priore’, Cantine Povero, DOCG

Nebbiolo

Cantine Povero are a fabulous, sustainably minded property located in the heart of Piedmont, where Langhe meets Roero and Monferrato, with 35 hectares of vines under conversion to organic status.  We stock a range of wines which represent excellent value examples of their type, whether it's the delicately floral Moscato d'Asti or award winning Barbaresco and Barolo, the wines always hit the spot for authenticity and pure drinking pleasure.

£35.00

2021 Barolo, Agricola Marrone, DOCG

Nebbiolo

This is a simply wonderful Barolo from Agricola Marrone.  Complex and well-structured, as one would expect, but also incredibly charming.  This deeply coloured red wine shows raspberry, wild strawberry and macerated cherry fruit, hints of cinnamon and nutmeg spice along with complex tobacco, vanilla and leather.  This finish is long and finely balanced.

£45.00

2021 Benegas Single Vineyard Malbec, Gualtallary, Mendoza

MALBEC

The Benegas Single Vineyard Malbec comes from one of the most sought after plots in Mendoza and is a striking example of the grape. Powerful and concentrated on the hand, yet elegant with true poise on the other.  The pretty nose shows bags of fruit but also a tantalising floral edge that entices you to a very luscious palate showing carefully balanced oak and lifted freshness.  Delicious now, but even better after a few years in bottle.

£26.95

2021 Block 1 Malbec, Mauricio Lorca, Los Arboles, Uco

MALBEC

The Block 1 Malbec shows the typical elegance and concentration of Mauricio Lorca.  Made from densely planted vines grown at 1250 metres above sea level, the grapes are hand-harvested and aged in a mixture of French (90%) and American (10%) Oak.  Quite simply, this is a beautiful Malbec that is fruit forward and aromatic with hints of spice on the nose. The palate is juicy, rounded and very, very drinkable.

£42.00

2021 Chardonnay, Black Stallion, Napa Valley

Chardonnay

Black Stallion is located on the historic Silverado Trail in Napa Valley`s Oak Knoll District, and was once home to the Silverado Equestrian Center, an indoor arena that welcomed up to 3,000 visitors. The property`s name pays homage to this equestrian history, and today its 32 hectares cover some of Napa`s most prestigious vineyards.

£35.95

2021 Clos Roareti Rosso Veronese, Rizzardi, IGT

Merlot

The Clos Roareti from Rizzardi is an amazing 100% Merlot from the single 2 hectare walled Rovereti (Roareti in local dialect) vineyard in Negrar, Valpolicella.  The inviting nose opens with plum, blackberry and wild berry fruit, hints of aromatic herbs, tobacco and warm toast.  The silky, mouth-coating palate is rounded and rich with plush ripe fruits and wonderful freshness. Blackberry, Damson and wild berry fruits mingle on the palate with spicy notes and more savoury characters.  The finish is long and complimented by balsamic notes, polished tannins and well balanced acidity.  Truly delicious and one to stash away for a while. 

£29.95

2021 Crozes Hermitage ‘Nouvelere’, Philippe Jaboulet

Syrah/Shiraz

The Crozes Hermitage Nouvelere is made from 100% Syrah from old vines that is fermented and aged in oak. This is wonderfuly complex and concentrated, showing brooding dark fruits, liquorice, herbs and spice.  An absolute joy and a terrific example of Crozes Hermitage.

£31.00

2021 Gewurztraminer, Seifried Estate,Nelson

Gewurztraminer

The Siefried Gewurztraminer is intense and perfumed on the nose with notes of toffee apples and stem ginger. The palate is luscious with medium natural residual sweetness.

£15.99

2021 Judas Malbec, Bodegas Sottano, Mendoza

MALBEC

The Judas Malbec from Bodegas Sottano is powerful with an intense deep red/black in the glass with violet hints.  The nose and palate are complex with plum, blueberry and dark cherry fruits, well-integrated oak and notes of vanilla, spice and tobacco.

£52.00

2021 Judas Malbec, Bodegas Sottano, Mendoza, Double Magnum

MALBEC

The Sottano Judas Malbec is a powerful red wine with an intense deep red/black in the glass with violet hints.  The nose and palate are complex with plum, blueberry and dark cherry fruits, well-integrated oak and notes of vanilla, spice and tobacco.

£210.00

2021 Lanzerac Reserve, Stellenbosch

Red Blend

The Lanzerac Jonkershoek Reserve is a terrific value blend of hand harvested Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Petit Verdot.  Packed with earthy dark fruits, cassis and hints of spice, this hearty red is perfect for rich meat stews and roasted red meats. Whether it's BBQ season or hunkering down in the winter, this is a great wine to have in the wine rack at any time of year.

£14.95

2021 Les Argiles Sec, Francois Chidaine, Vin de France

Chenin Blanc

The Les Argiles Sec is a Vouvray in all but name.  Francois Chidaine is based in Montlouis and is responsible for putting the AC back on the map of destinations for world class Chenin Blanc. The grapes for this amazing Chenin are grown in Vouvray but made into wine at Francois' winery in Montlouis, and therefore can only be classified as a humble Vin de France.

£38.95

2021 Lioco Mendocino Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir

The Lioco Mendocino Pinot Noir is made up of grapes from different vineyard sites in Mendocino.  The vintage was characterised by drought resulting in concentrated grapes that packed bold fruit.  Notes of black raspberry and violet mingle with fresher red fruits and wild coastal berries.  Exuberant, open and a pure joy to drink, this delicious Pinot Noir is fermented in open top fermenters, with 10% whole bunch clusters, and regular punch downs over two weeks.  Following fermentation the wine is then aged in a mixture of Neutral French oak and steel for 8 months. 

£34.00

2021 Loidana, Marco Abella, Priorat

Grenache/Garnacha

The Marco Abella Loidana offers intense aromas of fruits (strawberry, cherry, raspberry and black cherries) with hints of blue flowers, cedar and spices. Smooth and velvety on the palate, it remains harmonious to the finish, and very fresh.

£23.00

2021 Lomond Brut Methode Cap Classique, Cape Agulhas

Champagne Blend

Situated in the cool, southermost tip of Africa where the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet, Lomond wines are well placed to make fresh, cool climate styles.  This crisp and delicate traditional method sparkler is made from a 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and shows elegant floral notes and fresh pear and citrus on the nose.  The palate is rounded and creamy with beautifully poised, fresh acidity on the finish. 

£23.00

2021 Macan Clasico, Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia, Rioja

Tempranillo

The Macan Clasico is made with 100% Tempranillo from prime vineyard sites in the heart of Rioja. This joint venture between two of the wine world's greatest names showcases the very best of Rioja.  The wine spends 15 months in mostly new very fine and fine grained French oak barrels, the remainder ages in one year old barrels, before resting in bottle until it's release (Spring 2025).

£54.00

2021 Montagny Les Macles, Domaine Berthenet, AC Montagny

Chardonnay

This wonderful Montagny is fairly restrained on the nose but the palate is beautifully poised with a terrific balance of rich, ripe fruit and perfectly poised acidity.

£29.95

2021 Pinot Gris, Moorooduc Estate, Mornington Peninsula

Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio

The Pinot Gris from Moorooduc Estate is pale gold with aromas of fresh pear, quince and lemongrass. The mid palate is dry and satisfying with a lovely balance of weight and texture leading to a long citrus and green pear fruit tinged finish.

£27.00

2021 Santa Macarena Pinot Noir, Aconcagua Valley

Pinot Noir

A single vineyard Pinot Noir from one of the most coastal vineyards in Chile. This wine is bright, aromatic and fresh with subtle oak playing a supporting role. The emphasis on the delicious red fruit flavours, drinkability and enjoyment.

£12.95

2021 Soli Pinot Noir, Eduardo Miroglio, Thrace

Pinot Noir

This stunning value Pinot Noir has beautiful scents of red currant coulis with tinges of crunchy autumn leaves, woodsmoke, orange oil and clove, with very fine acidity. 

£15.95

2021 Soli Rouge, Edouardo Miroglio, Thracian Valley

Bordeaux Blend

The Soli Rouge is a superb value Bordeaux style blend from an exciting and innovative winery in Bulgaria.  Beautifully balanced with ripe red and dark fruits, good structure and impeccable finish.

£14.95

2021 Spatburgunder Trocken, Hanewald-Schwerdt, Pfalz

Pinot Noir

The Hanewald-Schwerdt Spatburgunder Trocken reveals bright strawberry and cherry notes leading the way with some delicious savoury character and good minerality. Intense and medium bodied this is designed to be drunk easily and could be served with pigeon or duck

£18.95

2021 Toscana Rosso, Monte Antico, IGT

Sangiovese

The Monte Antico Toscana Rosso is an accessible 'baby' Super Tuscan and has an elegant bouquet of leather, black cherries, liquorice and plums leading to a medium to full-bodied palate with ripe red fruit along with subtle notes of lingering vanilla and violets. The soft tannins have a gorgeous silky texture yet the wine still shows some backbone with perfect integration of acidity and fruit.

£14.95