2023 Pernand-Vergelesses, Domaine Denis

Chardonnay

£39.95

2023 Quimerino Blanco, Achaval Ferrer, Mendoza

Sauvignon Blanc

The Quimerino Blanco is a blend of 90% Sauvignon Blanc with the remaining 10% made up of Marsanne and Roussanne, fermented seperately at low temperatures in stainless steel. The result is a wonderfully elegant and fresh white wine that is packed with zesty, fresh fruit courtesy of the Sauvignon with a savoury edge coming from the Roussanne and Marsanne.  Really delicious and something a little different from this first class producer.  

£24.95

2023 Regiones Cabernet Franc, Zuccardi, Uco Valley

Cabernet Franc

This is a wonderfully rich and luscious Cabernet Franc from Zuccardi's high altitude vineyards in the Uco Valley.  Bright red and dark fruits, firm tannins and keen acidity on the long finish.

£19.95

2023 Ribera Del Duero, Emilio Moro, DO Ribera del Duero

Tempranillo

Bodegas Emilio Moro craft elegant, fresh and lifted Ribera del Duero red wine taht are true reflections of their origin.  They firmly believe that great wine is born in the vineyard and disregard the terms Crianza and Reserva when it comes to labelling their wines.

£31.95

2023 Riesling Ried Anzenthal, Waldschutz, Wagram

Riesling

Wow, the Ried Anzenthal is a fabulous example of single vineyard Austrian Riesling.  The complex nose is clean and fresh with peach and exotic fruits mingled with hints of honey and blossom.  The palate is complex too with concentrated lime zest and more peach fruit along with distinct minerality.  The finish rich and long yet surprisingly zesty and fresh.  Drinking beautifully now, this tremendous wine has a long life ahead of it and will reward cellaring for at least a decade or maybe even two!

£26.95

2023 Rioja Orientale Rosado, Real Agrado, DOCa Rioja

Red Blend

The Real Agrado Rioja Rosado is made from a blend of 75% Garnacha and 25% Viura, made in the Saignee method.  The inviting nose of watermelon and strawberry with floral notes leads to a wonderfully rounded yet fresh palate that balances vibrant fruti and a soft, creamy texture.  The finish is well-balanced, clean and refreshing making you want to go back for more.

£15.95

2023 Rully Rouge Chaponniere, Domaine Belleville

Pinot Noir

The Rully Rouge Chaponniere from Belleville is such a pretty wine, showing lovely fresh strawberry and raspberry fruit on the nose, followed by smoky secondary aromas.  Fruit forward and delicate on the palate, there is a satisfying complexity with good ageing potential.

£37.00

2023 Sancerre Rouge ‘La Louisonne’, Emile Balland

Pinot Noir

This tiny 6.5 hectare domaine in the Loire was started by Emile Balland in 1999. The Ballands have been making wines in the Loire since 1650 and his father was instrumental in achieving recognition for the young AOC Coteaux du Giennois in the 1980s.

£27.95

2023 Sauvignon Blanc ‘Cabriole’, Idun Winery, WO Bot River

Sauvignon Blanc

The Cabriole Sauvignon Blanc from the Idun winery is an elegant yet expressive Sauvignon from the cool Bot River region of South Africa.  Subtle tropical fruit is beautifully balanced with saline touches and minerality on both the nose and palate, which builds to show an impressive richness whilst never losing freshness and expertly poised acidity.  This terroir driven wine nods more to the classic old world Sauvignon Blanc from Europe than it does the modern Kiwi style, but there is enough character to satisfy lovers of both styles - very impressive.

£19.95

2023 Scheid District 7 Chardonnay, Monterey, California

Chardonnay

Superb value, the Scheid District 7 Chardonnay comes from a vineyard at Greenfeld where the morning fog lingers to protect the vines from the heat of the sun. The aromas are fresh and extroverted with notes of yellow apple, pear and citrus, enhanced by hints of coconut, vanilla and toasty oak. The medium-bodied palate is soft and balanced with bright fruit, hints of butter and a lingering subtle oak finish.

£17.95

2023 Single Vineyard Chardonnay, Matawhero, Gisborne

Chardonnay

The delicious Single Vineyard Chardonnay from Matawhero is unoaked but goes through full malolactic fermentation giving a rounded, nutty style of white that is full yet fresh and fruit forward.  The nose shows tantalising notes of Melon, stonefruit and butterscotch which leads to a palate of peaches and cream with a lovely nutty character on the finish. 

£16.95

2023 Soli Blanc, Edoardo Miroglio, PGI Thrace

White Blend

The Soli Blanc is an innovative, tasty blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling.  Zesty and fresh, with stone fruit and green apple characters that lead to a textured, medium-bodied finish.

£15.95

2023 The Age of Grace Viognier, Lismore Estate, Cape South Coast

Viognier

The Age of Grace Viognier is a beautifully balanced, barrel fermented white wine from the cool climate vineyards of the Cape South Coast.  Gentle, whole bunch pressing and slow extraction helps maintain the character and quality of the juice.  The wine is settled for 48 hours before 70% being racked into seasoned 225 litre French Oak barrels, the remainder into concrete egg for fermentation and ageing 10 months. 

£31.00

2023 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

2023 The Tin Mine White, Zevenwacht, Stellenbosch

Chenin Blanc

The Zevenwacht Tin Mine White is a stunning blend of Chenin, Chardonnay, Roussanne, Viognier and Semillon, coming from vineyards planted on decomposed granite soils which lie between 200 and 350m above sea level.  Ageing in 500 litre French oak barrels helps add to the wonderful texture without detracting from the impeccably integrated exotic, spicey fruit and lively yet balanced acidity.

£15.95

2023 Tierhoek Panthera Pardus Pardus, W.O. Piekenierskloof

Rhone Blend

The 2023 Tierhoek Panther Pardus Pardus is a Rhone style blend made in collaboration with Lukas Van Loggerenberg.  The Tierhook 'In Collaboration With' is an idea that unifies some of  the most sought after grapes in the Cape with some of it's most talented winemakers.  Old Vine Grenache, along with newer plantings of  Syrah and Mouvedre are perfectly knit by Lukas Van Loggerenberg to give a wine that is elegant and fresh with restrained alcohol levels and wonderful purity of fruit.  Named after the Cape Leopard that roams these parts, this limited release wine marks the welcome return of Tierhook to the UK market.  Grab some while you can! 

£25.95

2023 Tuffeau Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature, Domaine Plou, VDF

Chardonnay

The Tuffeau Blanc de Blancs is beautifully refreshing and crisp.  Gently sparkling with fine and delicate bubbles, this lovely 'all day' wine is packed with zesty green apple and citrus fruit from start to elegant finish. Perfect for whiling away a sunny afternoon or simply popping to cheer yourself up after a dull day!

£17.95

2023 V(i) W(a), Ecker Eckhof, Wagram

Viognier

The Ecker Eckhof V(i) W(a) is a deliciously restrained and elegant white made from Viognier.  The varietal characteristics are all here, yet quite subtle, with peach and stone fruit, fragrant aromatics and a lovely rounded texture. 

£26.50

2023 Valpolicella Classico, Ca dei Maghi

Red Blend

The tiny Ca Dei Maghi winery produce a range of stunning wines in small quantities.  The 'white label' Valpolicella Classico is packed with raspberry and maraska cherry fruit, bright acidity and wonderful balance through to the long finish.

£19.95

2023 Volnay, Pierrick Bouley

Pinot Noir

This Volnay from Pierrick Bouley is a sensational wine that is the epitome of finesse.  Delicate and pretty on the nose with raspberry and violet notes.  The palate is harmonious and elegant with rounded, soft fruit and impeccable balance.  Beautiful in it's youth, this terrific red burgundy will age gracefully for many years to come. 

£92.00

2023/24 Big Fine Girl Riesling, Jeanneret, Clare Valley

Riesling

The Big Fine Girl Riesling by Jeanneret is a pale yellow colour with flecks of green. The beautifully generous nose shows apple, apricot, lychee and pear with the palate following suit with masses of beautifully fresh, vibrant and zingy fruit; notably apples, lemons and blackcurrants at their mouth-watering best.  Gorgeous to drink on its own but with a weight of fruit that makes it an excellent match for food.

£15.95

2023/24 Cannonau di Sardegna Capo Ferrato, Cantina Castiadas

Cannonau

Cantina Castiadas are new to our list and we are thrilled to be stocking their clean and fresh wines made from Sardinia's native grape varieties.  Gentle and approachable, the Capo Ferrato is fermented in stainless steel and concrete and is a herbal tinged beauty that is rounded and nicely weighted with a great balance on the finish. 

£19.95

2023/24 Las Estelas Pinot Noir, Finca Mangato, Tupungato

Pinot Noir

The Las Estelas Pinot Noir is an utterly delicious example of the grape that comes from a tiny, hand-harvested 3 hectare single vineyard perched  on it's own hilltop. 

£26.95

2023/24 Lomond Estate SSV, WO Cape Agulhas

White Blend

The Lomond Estate SSV is a delicious blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Viognier that is wonderfully refreshing and elegant.  The nose boasts aromas of gooseberry and tropical fruit which follow through to a layered palate with citrus and hints of spice. This is a beautifully balanced blend with each grape variety evident yet perfectly knit. Zesty and fresh with a mouthwatering finish, this is a wonderful alternative to the fabulous Chenin Blanc led blends from South Africa.

£15.95