2023/24 Estate Chardonnay, Kumeu River

Chardonnay

The Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay is made from grapes grown in six different vineyard sites in the Kumeu Region. Particular care is taken to select only the very best grapes from these vineyards for Kumeu River Estate label.

£29.95

2023/24 Lo & Behold Chenin/Viognier, WO Swartland

Chenin Blanc Blend

The Lo & Behold white is very grown up for such a humble price tag.  Made from 90% Chenin Blanc, 10% of which is aged in french oak, the remainder naturally fermented in stainless steel, plus 10% Viognier that is fermented in cement tanks.  The wine is blended before bottling, resulting in a fresh and vibrant wine with citrus and pear fruit alongside more tropical notes.  The finish is long and balanced and leaves one wanting more! 

£12.95

2023/24 Los Olivos Chardonnay, Zuccardi, Mendoza

Chardonnay

The Los Olivos Chardonnay by Zuccardi  is a beautiful balanced dry white wine with fresh peach and citrus aromas. Vibrant and fruity with lovely crisp acidity on the finish.

£14.95

2023/24 Nostru Frappato, Agricola Cortese, IGT Terre Siciliane

Frappato

The Nostru Frappato is a wonderfully light, juicy and fresh red wine from Sicily.  Vibrant, and packed with wild strawberry and bright cherry fruit, this joyous red is perfect for spring/summer drinking, or simply to put a smile on your face when you need a pick me up.  If you like Beaujolais, Loire Valley reds or funky styles of Bobal from Valencia then this is the wine for you.

£14.95

2023/24 Prosecco Rosato, Villa Sandi, 20cl

Glera

Villa Sandi make a wonderfully elegant  and fresh style of Prosecco, thanks partially to a cold soak of the grapes prior to fermentation.  Pretty pale pink in colour coming from a gentle pressing of the grapes, this delicious Prosecco has a bright and floral nose, leading to a delicate palate which is soft, rounded and wonderfully easy drinking.

£4.95

2023/24 Saperavi Red Georgia, Kakheti

Saperavi

Georgia is considered to be the ‘cradle of wine', as 8,000 year-old indigenous Rkatsiteli grape seeds have been found in clay vessels. Vachnadziani was established in 1953and is one of the oldest wineries in Georgia. With over 1,000 hectares of vineyard, covering the Kakheti region in eastern Georgia and the Imereti, Racha and Lechkhumi regions in western Georgia, Vachnadziani cultivates 25 vine varieties - the majority of which are indigenous. Theirexciting and dynamic range reveals all the charm of this historic winemaking land.

£13.95

2023/24 Terras de Compostela Albarino, DO Rias Baixas

Albarino/Alvarinho

This superb Albarino comes form a small 4.5 hectare property set in Val do Salnes in the heart of Rias Baixas.  All work is carried out by hand giving a wine with character, concentration and a true sense of place.  This elegant Albarino has the typical minerality one would expect alongside delicate stone fruit and citrus notes.  The finish is clean, crisp and dry with loveley texture courtesy of ageing on fine lees. 

£19.95

2023/24 Wien 1, Pfaffl, Qualitatswein

White Blend

The Wien 1 white blend from Pfaffl is a delightful and intriguing blend of Riesling, Gruner Veltliner and Pinot Blanc.  Expertly put together from grapes which grow on the slopes outside Vienna, this is a vibrant white which encapsulates the zippy freshness of Riesling, hints of stone fruit and spice from the Gruner and a bit of body and roundness from the Pinot Blanc.  The balance of fruit, spice and acidity make this a wonderful match to Asian cuisine. 

£17.95

2024 3 Sources Macabeu, Dom Nadal Hainault, IGP Cotes Catalanes

Macabeo

The Macabeu grapes for this lively and fresh white are harvested very early to preserve the freshness and delicate characteristics of the grape.  It is lively and elegant with pear, citrus and passion fruit on the nose.  The palate is lively and fresh too with more pear and citrus fruits along with a floral, Bergamot tinged touch.  This spritely and fresh white doesn't have any sulphur added during the whole winemaking process - Different and delicious!

£17.95

2024 Aloe Tree Shiraz, Western Cape

Syrah/Shiraz

The Aloe Tree Shiraz is bursting with dark berry flavours of blackberry, dark cherry and plums.This Shiraz has soft and supple tannins and a white pepper finish. Great for everyday drinking or washing down barbequed meats.

£10.95

2024 Assyrtiko Cuvee Membliarus, Chateau Oumsiyat

Assyrtiko

Passion and heritage has been passed down through the Bou Sleiman family for four generations. When Joseph Bou Sleiman took over the reins at Château Oumsiyat, he blended respect for local tradition with modern techniques to craft contemporary wines. A passionate vine grower, Joseph also built a modern winery in the village of Mtein, where he creates wines that are a fusion of old world and new world . The grapes are grown in the 78 hectare vineyard, situated at over 1,000 metres elevation in the beautiful Bekaa Valley, between Mount Lebanon to the west and the Anti-Lebanon Mountains to the east.

£13.95

2024 Bandol Rose, La Bastide Blanche

Red Blend

This Bandol Rose from La Bastide Blanche is packed with vibrant wild cherry, strawberry and raspberry fruit on the nose with tantalising herbal notes.  The rounded palate is smooth, rounded and multi-layered with bags of sophisticated fruit and mineral undertones.  

£28.95

2024 Barbera d’Asti Campolungo, Cascina Vengore, DOCG

Barbera

The Campolungo Barbera d'Asti from Cascina Vengore is a deliciously bright and approachable example of the grape.  Packed with intense cherry and blueberry fruit, the wine has an appealing juiciness and pefectly poised acidity.  This unoaked red is a versatile food match and will happily accompany antipasti or a more robust risotto.

£18.95

2024 Barbera D’asti Cantine Povero, Piedmont

Barbera

This classic Barbera is aged in stainless steel tanks, allowing the primary aromas of the varietal to shine through, including fruity notes such as cherry, orange peel, plum, and berries, all backed up by violet and elderberry floral notes.  Soft tannins and the marked acidity make this charming little wine a very versatile wine when it comes to food matching.

£13.95

2024 Bourgogne Aligote, Domaine Billard Pere et Fils

Aligote

The Domaine Billard Aligote is crisp and fresh with lots up front citrus fruit backed up by subtle stone fruit flavours.  The palate is taut and refreshing yet has a softness to the long mineral-tinged finsh.

£18.95

2024 Bourgogne Cote d’Or, Domaine Denis

Chardonnay

£26.95

2024 Braida Antica Blanc, Russolo, Friuli Venezia-Giulia

White Blend

Dry yet exotic, this field blend is made from estate grown Muller Thurgau, Ribolla Gialla, Friulano, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio.  The elegant nose shows floral notes of jasmine and zesty lime, leading to delicate white spices, including white pepper and a touch of ginger. On the palate, this pristine white wine opens with vibrant freshness, leading to a crisp, bone-dry finish. Beautifully balanced and almost effortlessly drinkable, this cracking white is a great value and suits many occasions.  

£13.95

2024 Butussi Ribolla Gialla, Friuli Colli Orientali DOC

Ribolla Gialla

The Butussi Ribolla Gialla is a delicious, medium bodied, dry white wine from Friuli in north-eastern Italy.  Supremely elegant and delicately floral on the nose, the palate shows crisp citrus and peach fruit that mingles with fresh almonds.  The well-balanced finish is superbly clean and fresh.  Elegant, harmonious and a terrific wine to pair with shellfish.

£23.95

2024 Caliterra Merlot Reserva, Colchagua Valley

Merlot

Caliterra are an exemplary Chilean estate that have set the model for sustainable Chilean wine production.  The Merlot Reserva is everything you could ever want with plenty of plush, rich fruit with silky tannins and long balanced finish.  Terrific value and a joy to drink.

£11.95

2024 Calusari Pinot Noir, Cramele Recas

Pinot Noir

The Calusari Pinot Noir has to be one of the best value Pinots around.  Gorgeous dark fruit flavours, almost syrupy in its concentration. Dark, rich and potent, with layers of black cherry, raspberry and cinnamon. Deep, with pretty fruit cake and spicy aromatics. A lovely long finish.

£9.95

2024 Cap a l’Ouest Sauvignon, Domaine de la Bretonniere, IGP

Sauvignon Blanc

Domaine de la Bretonniere have been making wine in the Loire for generations.  With an utmost respect for the environment and meticulous attention to detail in the vineyard they are able to produce vibrant, crisp wines with lovely pure fruit and crisp, balanced acidity.  The Cap A l'Ouest Sauvignon is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sauvignon Gris and has a bright, pale yellow appearance with golden reflections. The intense bouquet of flowers and lychee follow through to the generous palate that manages to be powerful and fruit-forward whilst retaining freshness and zip with long lasting acidity.

£12.50

2024 Cape Wild Pinotage, WO Western Cape

Pinotage

This soft and approachable Pinotage is packed with silky dark fruit and hints of spice. Easy going yet rich and warming, this is a great example of modern Pinotage. 

£10.95

2024 Carignan Vielle Vignes De Chansac, Pays De Herault

Carignan

The Carignan Vielle Vignes De Chansac from Pays De Herault is a great value, everyday red packed with berry and cherry fruit flavours, a hint of spice with gentle and rounded tannins on the lovely soft finish.  What's not to like? 

£10.95

2024 Carmenere Reserva, Caliterra, Colchagua

Carmenere

The Caliterra Carmenere Reserva is a medium to full-bodied red from sustainably farmed vineyards in Colchagua.  Varietally typical with rich, spicy fruit and a smooth, rounded finish.

£11.95