2024 Rioja ‘Solar de Estraunza’, Rioja Alavesa

Tempranillo

The Solar de Estraunza Rioja is a plush, youthful and rounded Rioja made form old Tempranillo vines.  20% Carbonic Maceration and 80 % destemming with a controlled fermentation in stainless steel gives a mightily approachable wine showing vibrant red fruits, liquourice hints and pretty floral notes. Delicious in its youth, enjoy this plump red on it's own or with lighter red meat dishes.  

£14.95

2024 Rkatsiteli Dry White, Vachnadziani

Rkatsitell

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.

£12.95

2024 Sancerre Blanc Terre de Maimbray, Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy

Sauvignon Blanc

The Sancerre Terre de Maimbray is a beautifully delicate expression of Sauvignon Blanc.  White flowers and citrus on the nose lead to a lively palate with mineral notes, a touch of spice and perfectly poised acidity.

£27.95

2024 Sancerre Blanc, Domaine Hippolyte Reverdy

Sauvignon Blanc

The Sancerre Blanc from Domaine Hippolyte Reverdy is vinified slowly in small vats to ensure that the delicate aromas of Sauvignon are preserved. This is a wonderfully elegant expression of Loire Valley Sauvignon which balances fresh cut grass , citrus fruits and delicate minerality perfectly.

£26.00

2024 Sanrome Arneis Terre Alfieri, Cascina Vengore, DOCG

Arneis

The Sanrome Arneis from Cascina Vengore is a beautiful example of the grape. Elegant, with a delicate almond nuttines and the perky freshness of mineral tinged citrus fruits, this delightful wine has intensity and body yet remains eminently drinkable and wonderfully refreshing.

£17.95

2024 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

2024 Serbal Petit Verdot, Atamisque, Tupungato

Petit Verdot

The Serbal Petit Verdot is a wonderful example of the grape that manages to effortlessly balance power and elegance.  Lots of red and dark fruits mingle on the palate with graphite and spice, finishing with firm yet well-balanced tannins.    

£17.95

2024 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

2024 Tierhoek Chardonnay, W.O. Piekenierskloof

Chardonnay

The 2024 Tierhoek Chardonnay is made in collaboration with Hamilton Russell winemaker Emul Ross and is the first non Hamilton Russell wine to be made in the cellars (we think).  Produced from 20 year old vines that are starting to show their true potential, this fabulous Chardonnay is fermented in a mixture of seasoned French oak and terracotta eggs, before being transferred into barrel and amphora for ageing.  

£26.95

2024 Touraine Sauvignon Blanc, Patrick Vauvy

Sauvignon Blanc

Patrick Vauvy harvests his Touraine Sauvignon grapes later than most other producers in the region which helps to give his wines a little more opulance than some.  This lovely Touraine Sauvignon has attractive aromatics showing some richness of fruit. The nose has an abundance of exotic fruits and just a hint of mint. The palate is fresh and tangy with a moreish finish.

£15.95

2024 Trastullo Primitivo, IGT Puglia

Primitivo

The Trastullo Primitivo is a wonderful example of this luscious grape variety.  Packed with blackberry and cherry fruit that is given a little extra depth courtesy of the use of a small amount of dried grapes from a secondary harvest.  The result is a beautifully balanced wine which is full and rich yet approachable and hugely enjoyable.

£14.95

2024 Trebbiano d’Abruzzo, Amoterra, DOC

Trebbiano

Crisp, fresh and wonderfully approachable, this certified Organic Trebbiano from the beautiful Abruzzo region of Italy is a terrific new find for us.  Bright and concentrated with citrus tinged floral aromas on the nose leading to a well-balanced palate packed with pear and apple fruit and a faint saline edge to the finish.  Thirst quenching and more'ish, this provides terrific year round drinking and is an especially good match to shellfish.

£12.95

2024 U Passimiento, Baglio Gibellina, Sicily DOC

Nero d'Avola

The U Passimiento from Baglio Gibellina has bright, intense red fruits on the nose displaying an abundance of red berries. The palate is warm and full-bodied with harmonious acidity and smooth and elegant tannins.

£13.95

2024 Ulula Garnacha/Syrah, Esteban Martin DO Carinena

Red Blend

The Ulula Garnacha/Syrah is a cracking organic red wine that represents excellent value for money. Lovely bright fruits mingle with notes of cocoa and whiffs of toasted oak courtesy of 3 months in barrel.  Complex yet approachable, this is a terrific wine to enjoy with a variety of dishes, or simply on it's own.

£13.95

2024 Vallisto Torrontes, Bodegas Lavaque, Salta

Torrontes

The Vallisto Torrontes is a fabulous example of this intriguing and highly aromatic white grape.  Made from 70 year old vines grown between 1700 and 2000 metres above sea level, the Vallisto Torrontes shows the distinctive exotic aromas jasmine, orange blossom and peach on the nose with a lively, zippy palate that is dry and fresh with mouth-watering acidity on the finish.  A lovely aperitif if you can handle the aromatics, but even better with food, especially spicier dishes like Thai curries.

£19.95

2024 Ventoux Rouge ‘Le Mas’, Domaine de Fondreche

Rhone Blend

Domaine de Fondreche are widely recognised as being one of the best producers in the Ventoux region.  This delightful red is made from younger Grenache (60%), Syrah (30%) and Cinsault (20%) vines yet possesses all the purity of fruit and character that are the hallmarks of the domaine.  Juicy, bright and beautifully knit, this seductive red is a true delight to drink.

£17.95

2024 Vermentino di Sardegna Notteri, Cantina Castiadas

Vermentino

The Notteri is a terrific example of Vermentino di Sardegna. Made with free run juice that is fermented at cool temperatures before resting on it's fine lees for 60 days.  The result is a wine which shows an intense nose that is fresh with stone fruit and floral notes.  The palate is soft and dry with more intensity and finishing on a pleasing bitter note.  This elegant white is a terrific wine to be enjoyed with seafood, especially shellfish, and lighter mediterranean starters.   

£25.00

2024 Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Panizzi, DOCG

Vernaccia

The cracking Vernaccia di San Gimignano from Panizzi has a beautifully bright, light straw colour in the glass.  The expressive nose is fragrant and fresh with delicate notes of spring flowers.  The palate is fresh and fruit-driven with crisp green apple, pear, white peach and grapefruit intermingled with fine minerality and a slight bitterness to the finish, often typical of Vernaccia. 

£19.95

2024/25 Bardolino Cuvee XV, Rizzardi, DOC Bardolino Classico

Corvina

The Cuvee XV Bardolino from Guerrieri Rizzardi is a wonderfully approachable, easy drinking red wine made with predominantly Corvina, Rondinella and a splash of Merlot.  The pretty hillside vineyards overlooking Lake Garda produce wonderfully fresh and aromatic wines with elegant red fruits and finely balanced, refreshing acidity.  This delicate red should be enjoyed within a couple of years of the vintage.

£15.95

2024/25 Jarrarte Rioja Blanco, Abel Mendoza, DOCa Rioja

White Blend

The winemaking philosophy at Abel Mendoza is to express the purity of the fruit and the high altitude terroir in which it grows.  His wines are not overly oaked or extracted, instead they are understated and classy.  The Jarrarte Blanco is an intriguing old vine blend of 33% Viura, 33% Tempranillo Blanco with the remainder being made up of Torrontes, Garnacha Blanca and Malvasia.  All vineyard work is carried out organically and the harvest is manual, keeping the fruit in the best possible condition when it arrives in the winery. 

£21.95

2024/25 Lanzerac Chardonnay, Stellenbosch

Chardonnay

The Lanzerac Chardonnay reveals an excellent balance between fruit, acidity and softness with beautiful oak integration and balance of acidity.  This terrific Chardonnay offers a lot of bang for your buck, especially given the amount of work that goes into it.

£14.95

2024/25 Proposis White, Voyatzi Winery, PGI Macedonia

Assyrtiko

The Proposis White wine is a crisp, thirst-quenching white blend of Assyrtiko and Chardonnay.  The former lending freshness, acidity and structure whilst the Chardonnay adds some richness and aromatics.  This is a terrific example of modern Greek white winemaking.

£18.95

2025 A Butterfly’s Flutter Rose, Voyatzi Winery, Macedonia

Xinomavro

This very pretty rose is crisp, fresh and packed with red berry and citrus tinged fruit. Lovely, balanced acidity and a slight savoury tinge make this a great food wine that pairs well with a variety of mediterranean dishes, especially fresh shell fish.   

£19.95

2025 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