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 Mcintyre Pinot Noir, Moorooduc, Mornington peninsula

Pinot Noir

Moorooduc was established in 1982 by Richard and Jill McIntyre. Moorooduc is a small, family run wine business that has built an enviable reputation for complex and food friendly wines.

£45.00

2021 Monopole Classico Rioja Blanco Seco, CVNE

Viura

The CVNE Monopole Classico Rioja Blanco is a truly unique style of white Rioja that was brought back into production in 2014 to celebrate the centenary of the CVNE brand. 100% Viura with a small amount of Manzanilla added to the barrels which adds a saline complexity to the vibrant Viura fruit. Straw yellow in colour with slight golden hints. The complex nose shows scents of pear, apple, white currant and white flowers underpinned by slightly spicy dried fruits. On the palate there is salinity (Manzanilla influence) and an elegant acidity which provide freshness, on the long, thirst quenching finish.

£28.95

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 Orange Kisi, Tiko Estate, Kakheti

Kisi

The Orange Kisi from Tiko Estate in Eastern Georgia is a traditionally made Orange wine with fermentation taking place on skins in clay Qvevri.  The wine remains on it's skins for 6 months following the fermentation and as a result shows incredible concentration and a beautiful weight balanced with aromatic, ripe stone fruit characters, notably apricot and peach.  There is some tannic structure too making this a superb match to both eastern mediterranean cuisine (take note Ottolenghi fans), and also spicier Asian dishes. 

£22.95

2021 Pavette Zinfandel, California

Zinfandel

The Pavette Zinfandel offers tremendous value and is exactly what you want from a Zin, being rich and rounded with plenty of dark fruits, chocolate and raisins on the nose and palate. 

£21.00

2021 Petali Liatiko, Diamantakis, Crete

Liatiko

The Petali Liatiko from Diamantakis is a pale red colour with cherry highlights. Aromas of raisins, caramel, fig, red-black fruits like strawberry, plum blackberry, which are followed by scents of spice like cinnamon and clove. Medium-bodied with lovely fresh acidity and tannins, give a juicy and pleasant finish.  A great match to traditional Greek dishes.

£18.50

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 Points Cardineaux Metiss, Bott Geyl

White Blend

The Points Cardineaux Metis from Bott Geyl has typical Alsatian aromatics, a lushly textured palate and wonderful purity of fruit which is underpinned by fine minerality. 

£19.95

2021 Reserve du Couvent, Chateau Ksara, Bekaa Valley

Red Blend

The Reserve du Couvent from Chateau Ksara is a great value, approachable red from Lebanon's oldest winery.  The Gallic influence extends to both Bordeaux and the Rhone Valley, with 40% Syrah being blended with 30% each of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc.  The result is an approachable, medium to full-bodied red that shows dark cherry and blackberry fruit laced with savoury black pepper spice and a soft lik of vanilla.  Charismatic and great value.

£18.95

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

2021 Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore, Ca dei Maghi

Red Blend

The grapes for this amazing Valpolicella Ripasso come from the Camparsi vineyard in Fumane.  Effectively a single 'Cru' wine, this enticing Valpolicella shows a delectable balance of freshness and elegance along with the power and structure courtesy of the addition of Amarone.  The nose is inviting with notes of rosehip, violets and red fruits, leading to a silky, mouthfilling palate and long, elegant finish with polished tannins.

£29.95

2021 Ver Sacrum Gloria S Garnacha, IG Los Chacayes

Grenache/Garnacha

The Gloria S Garnacha is a beautiful example of modern Grenache, balancing elegant, silkily textured fruit with lightness that belies it's complexity.  This vibrant red wine is 50% whole bunch fermented and then aged in a mixture of used French Oak and clay Amphorae, before resting in bottle for 20 months prior to release.  Impecabbly balanced with soft tannins and bags of fruit, this is a delightful wine for lovers of first class Grenache.

£32.00

2021 Weissburgunder Fels Reserve, Waldschutz, Wagram, Magnum

Pinot Blanc

The Weissburgunder Fels Reserve from Waldschutz is 100% Pinot Blanc and an absolute delight to drink.  Unoaked yet with a decent degree of richness, the wine has floral notes to the nose, a rounded palate that balances textured fruit with richer notes of caramel and hazlenuts.  The finish is long and impeccably balanced.  This accomplished white is delicious now but has great ageing potential.

£44.00

2021/22 Brachetto d’Acqui, Giacomo Bologna, Half Bottle

Brachetto

The Braida Brachetto d'Acqui is a semi-sparkling (frizzante) red sweet wine with a bright ruby colour. The nose is youthful and exuberant and bursts with aromas of red fruits like wild strawberry, raspberry & grape. The palate surprises with its fresh, refined and mineral notes, freshened by crisp acidity and fine, elegant fizz. The fruity notes are complemented by subtle hints of violet and rose.

£12.95

2021/22 Trousseau ‘Marnes Rouge’, AC Cotes de Jura

Trousseau

Domaine Badoz are 10th Generation vignerons in the hilly Revermont area of Jura.  Benoit is the current Badoz to be at the helm and, since 2003, has really got to grips with the vineyards and wine range.  This delicious Trousseau is wonderfully elegant with soft red fruits, a velvety texture and fresh finish courtesy of the alpine nature of the vineyards. 

£29.95