Ulisse Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2022
Regular price £16.95With ancient roots, a red with a strong personality, complex aromas and fruity notes, enriched by elegant spicy notes on the finish.
Country: Italy
Region: Abruzzo
ABV: 13.5%
Grapes: 100% Montepulciano
Niepoort Morgadio da Calçada Vintage Port 2007
Regular price £79.002007 was a fabulous year for creating balanced Vintage ports in the Morgadio da
Calçada style with great structure along with fine elegance and finesse. Wonderful to
taste now, but for those with patience this wine will be amazing in a few decades.
Country: Portugal
Region: Douro Valley
Grapes: Touriga Franca, Tinta
Roriz, Tinto Cão, Tinta Francisca, Tinta
Amarela, Sousão and others,
including Touriga Nacional
ABV: 20.5%
Musar Jeune White 2021
Regular price £18.95Musar Jeune White is an unoaked blend of Viognier, Vermentino, Chardonnay from youthful Bekaa Valley vines. Crisp and aromatic, this is an exciting blend of French and Italian varieties has its own distinct characters of passionfruit, red apples and elderflower with a dry, refreshing finish.
Country: Lebanon
Region: Bekaa Valley
Grapes: Viognier, Vermentino, Chardonnay
ABV: 13.5%
St Laurent Johanneshof Reinisch 2020
Regular price £22.95St Laurent is a beautiful little-known grape variety. Very similar to low yield Pinot Noir but more tannic and full bodied. Delicious.
Bitter dark cherry and ripe mulberry on the nose. Juicy red fruit and red plum skin flavours on the palate, super soft tannins. Light and easy drinking, perfect summer red for sipping on the veranda. Will match well with just about anything because of soft tannins and fruitiness, even slightly spicey dishes.
Country: Austria
Region: Thermenregion, Lower Austria
ABV 13.5%
Grape Variety: St Laurent
Food Match: This wine works well with game bird or roast duck. Enjoy with venison sausages or tagliatelle with chicken liver and porcine.
ORGANIC
Now in its fourth generation of winemakers, the 40 hectare estate is run by Johann Reinisch's three sons: Hannes, Michael and Christian. With a 2,000 year legacy of wine growing in the region, the Reinischs maintain traditions with vineyards planted with 65 % red and 35 % white vines. The winery is best known for their excellent Pinot Noir and St. Laurent grown in vineyards from both the stony, alluvial gravel soils of Tattendorf (rich in both chalk and lime) near the winery and the elevated, nutrient rich soils of Gumpoldskirchen.
De Trafford Stellenbosch Merlot 2017
Regular price £34.95Aromas and flavours of pure dark red berry and cherry fruit, with intriguing notes of nuts and spices, with a touch of forest floor. Lovely fine, dry tannin and a soft, long finish.
Country: South Africa
Region: Stellenbosch, Helderberg
Grapes: Merlot
ABV: 14.5%
Bolney Cuvee Noir Sparkling Red NV
Regular price £32.95If you taste this with your eyes closed your brain will not know what is going on...
A unique sparkiling red wine that is interesting and sophisticated. Ripe stone fruit and blueberry characters. Delicious as an aperitif or with tricky to pair desserts.
Country: England
Region: West Sussex
Grapes: 100% Dornfelder
ABV: 12.5%
Solera 1847 Cream Sherry 750ml
Regular price £18.95Made from 75% Palomino grape, blended with Pedro Ximènez. Dark mahogany in colour it is velvety soft on the palate conjuring flavours of dried figs and raisins, with a toffee finish.
Country: Spain
Region: Jerez
Grapes: 75% Palomino 25% Pedro Ximenez
ABV: 18%
Hesketh Unfinished Business Pinot Noir 2023
Regular price £16.95Light with strawberry and cherry fruit aromas and flavours. Great juicy acidity, subtle savoury notes and a silky tannin structure ending in a lovely, smooth finish.
Country: Australia
Region: Limestone Coast, South Australia
Grapes: Pinot Noir
ABV: 14%
Massaya Rosé 2023
Regular price £22.95 Sale price £21.95Massaya Rose is made with 100% Cinsault, grown on hillside vineyards in the Beqaa Valley, at an altitude of around 1000m. This beautifully balanced and expressive rosé has lovely freshness, due to the altitude and is aged in stainless steel vats for 8 months. It is bottled in late spring the following year after harvest.
Country: Lebanon
Region: Bekaa Valley
Grapes: Cinsault
ABV: 13%
Food match: Mediterranean chicken or fish dishes with grilled vegetables, tabbouleh
Poderi Colla Bussia Barolo 2018
Regular price £53.95Single vineyard 'Dardi le Rose' is on the hill of Bussia, one of the great Barolo crus. The vines are grown at 300-350 metres above sea level, with a south westerly exposure. A small percentage of the wine is aged in Slovinian and French oak. Tino Colla describes the 2016 as the most perfect vintage of his 50 year experience. This wine is just superb. Don't miss out on getting hold of some and drinking it this festive season.
Country: Italy
Region: Piedmonte
Grapes: Nebbiolo
ABV: 13.5%
False Bay Rosé 2024
Regular price £10.25 Sale price £9.25Old bush vine Cinsault forms the backbone of this 'proper' rosé. A pale, spicy and textural Rosé mostly sourced from bush-vine Cinsault with summer fruits on the palate and a lovely clean, savoury, dry finish.
Country: South Africa
Region: Stellenbosch
Grapes: Cinsault, Mourvedre
ABV: 12%
There is almost no food that fails to work with this wine. Perfect with Mediterranean dishes especially juicy pan-fried garlic prawns... or drink chilled on its own.
Nemea Agiorgitiko 2021
Regular price £19.95Made from 100% Agiorgitiko, a native variety to the Peloponnese. The colour is a bright, deep crimson, and the nose full of aromas of blackberries and ripe strawberries with just a touch of anise and black pepper. The smooth texture is accompanied by ripe, soft tannin and fresh acidity to give structure and elegance. Over a year spent in oak leaves you with notes of sweet vanilla and spices such as clove and cinnamon to accompany the long-lasting and powerful red fruits.
Country: Greece
Region: Peloponnese
ABV: 14%
Grapes: Agiorgitiko
Food match: Pairs well with a range of grilled meats such as chicken souvlaki or fine cuts of lamb.
The Lantides Estate is situated in the Ancient site of Nemea, in the heart of the
Peloponnese, north of Argos and just west of Corinth on the coast of the Aegean. Panikos and his son Simon run 25 hectares of vineyards which are situated around the mountainous valley of Skoteini in altitude between 500 - 650 meters above sea level. This family business was started in 1993 by Panikos Landidis, who had previously studied in Montpellier and Bordeaux in oenology. Today this knowledge is used to make quality wines using local varieties that are native to Greece.
The Peloponnese Peninsula is a large landform on the southern edge of
continental Greece. Covered in mountains, rugged plateaus and valleys, the
area has an abundance of mesoclimates and terroirs suitable for premium
viticulture. Native grape varieties such as Agiorgitiko, Moschofilero and
Mavrodaphne are planted throughout the peninsula. The modern Peloponnese
wine industry began to grow following the end of World War II, and today the
region is one of the most viticulturally productive in Greece.
Allumea Organic Red 6 Box
Regular price £71.70 Sale price £65.00Soft and velvety, bursting with dark berry and bitter cherry fruit characters.
Country: Italy
Region: Sicily
Grapes: Nero D'Avola, Merlot
ABV: 13.5%
Château La Tour de By Médoc 2018
Regular price £27.95Ripe red cherries, blue berries, bramble, pencil shavings, tobacco, spice and cedar on the nose and palate. Complex and rich, will age nicely for at least another 5 years. If drinking now, do decant.
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux, Medoc
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
ABV: 13.5%
Lismore Cape South Coast Pinot Noir 2021
Regular price £44.95A complex bouquet of crushed rose petals, wild jasmine and fresh French herbs. The palate shows beautiful purity with layered red fruits, cranberry, raspberry, silky tannins and a long, savoury finish.
Country: South Africa
Region: Walker Bay and Elgin, Western Cape
Grapes: Pinot Noir
ABV: 13.5%
70% of the grapes came from Stanford, Walker Bay and 30% from Elgin, both in the cool climate region Cape South Coast. The vines are all Burgundian, clone 115. The Stanford vineyard is close to the southernmost tip of Africa and is located in one of South Africa’s coolest wine producing regions. The maritime vineyard enjoys a long ripening season, because of the strong cooling winds that are prevalent in the summer. This microclimate is ideal for creating a long hang time, concentrating the flavours in the berries, while retaining natural acidity levels. Elgin is situated at 400
metres above sea level and ripens even later then the coastal vineyard. The vines
here, planted in shale and clay soils, produce fleshier fruit, adding weight to the final
blend.
Palmer & Co Nectar Demi-Sec Reserve
Regular price £49.95An explosion of fruit aromas on the nose: apricot, pear, mango and caramelised pineapple, with a subtle touch of citrus and pink grapefruit. This wine is ample on the palate and displays a very elegant and refreshing acidity, which enhances the delicate and rich character of Nectar Reserve.
Country: France
Region: Reims, Champagne
Grapes: Chardonnay
ABV: 12%
Mikri Kibotos Little Ark White 2023
Regular price £17.95Brilliant straw colour with greenish shades. On the nose the wine shows expressive notes of exotic fruit and notes of melon, lemon, green pepper and jasmine with orange. The mouth is delightfully rich with flavours of peach and green apple and a lemony fresh finish that lingers and evolves. This wine is made from a blend of Malagouzia and Assyrtiko planted on the plateau on the Scotini Mountain at 700m. By being planted at this height helps ensure the freshness and acidity that makes this wine so mouth-watering.
Country: Greece
Region: Peloponnese
ABV: 14%
Grapes: Assyrtiko (50%) Malagouzia (50%)
Food match: Pairs perfectly with Greek salads, shellfish and grilled white fish.
The Lantides Estate is situated in the Ancient site of Nemea, in the heart of the Peloponnese, north of Argos and just west of Corinth on the coast of the Aegean. Panikos and his son Simon run 25 hectares of vineyards which are situated around the mountainous valley of Skoteini in altitude between 500 - 650 meters above sea level. This family business was started in 1993 by Panikos Landidis, who had previously studied in Montpellier and Bordeaux in oenology. Today this knowledge is used to make quality wines using local varieties that are native to Greece.
The Peloponnese Peninsula is a large landform on the southern edge of continental Greece. Covered in mountains, rugged plateaus and valleys, the area has an abundance of mesoclimates and terroirs suitable for premium viticulture. Native grape varieties such as Agiorgitiko, Moschofilero and Mavrodaphne are planted throughout the peninsula. The modern Peloponnese
wine industry began to grow following the end of World War II, and today the region is one of the most viticulturally productive in Greece.
Rioja Reserva Finca Manzanos 2018/19
Regular price £19.95Country: Spain
Region: Rioja
Grapes: Tempranillo 95% Mazuelo 5%
ABV: 13.5%
On the border between Rioja and Navarra, Victor Manzanos carries on the work of the four generations before him.
With over 250ha of owned vineyards at his disposal, including some of the oldest vines in Rioja, Bodegas Manzanos is fortunately placed to put both the sub-region of Rioja Oriental and the name Manzanos firmly on the map as one of the most important areas and producers in Rioja. This range of wines is a modern take on the traditional landscape of Rioja, championing the native grape varieties, Tempranillo, Viura and Garnacha. The team is the youngest in the region, a talented a group of people with the sole purpose of making wines that people will enjoy.
A long maceration of 28 days at a controlled temperature and 24 months ageing in American and French oak casks, half and half, followed by a further twelve months rounding off in the bottle. This has all gone to produce a wine with great body and extract.
Pouilly Fuissé Domaine Ferrand 2021
Regular price £35.00An elegant Pouilly Fuissé showing aromas of fresh mint, peach and citrus that carry through to a fresh and mineral palate. A rich, complex and well balanced wine with remarkable vivacity on the finish.
Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay
ABV: 13.5%
Domaine Ferrand is situated in the village of Solutre Pouilly, in the heart of the Pouilly Fuisse appelation of Southern Burgundy. The domaine now comprises of just over 11 hectares of vineyards that have been passed down from Father to Son over 3 generations. Today the domaine is run by Madame Nadine Ferrand whose wines have been well reviewed by the Guide Hachette.
Crémant de Loire Brut Vintage 2020
Regular price £22.95Golden yellow colour. Precise and delicately honeyed nose, underlined by toasted notes. Unctuous foam leads into to a sophisticated palate, with a distinctive Chenin character of quince, acacia and beeswax. The finish is elegant, upheld by bitterness and structure.
Country: France
Region: Loire
Grapes: Chenin Blanc
ABV: 12.5%
Food Matches: Aperitif, foie gras, vanilla desserts or gingerbread!
ArnaldoRivera Dolcetto Diano d'Alba 'Sori del Cascinotto' 2022
Regular price £21.95 Sale price £18.95Concentrated ruby red colour with hints of violet. A ripe, full Dolcetto with wild berries, cherries and a hint of violet on the nose and palate. A long, velvety finish. Delicious!
Country: Italy
Region: Piemonte
Grapes: Dolcetto
ABV: 13.5 %
Food Match: Perfect with any tomato based pasta dishes or aubergine parmigiana.
Sorì del Cascinotto is a single vineyard planted in 1971. Sorì del Cascinotto is also an official Cru, one of the 76 official Crus of the Appellation, which is known for producing some of the best expressions of the Dolcetto grape due to its unique microclimate.
Vietti Perbacco Langhe Nebbiolo 2021
Regular price £29.95An all time staff favourite! This is the wine that will spark a lifelong interest in Nebbiolo and lead you to discover the beautiful wines of Piedmont.
Country: Italy
Region: Piedmont
Grapes: Nebbiolo
ABV: 13.5%
Food Match: A classic Piedmontese starter: vitello tonnato, which is thinly sliced, cold veal with a rich tuna sauce.
El Xitxarelo Can Virgili 2022 / 2023 Organic
Regular price £17.95Fresh, dry and zesty white form Catalonia.
Country: Spain
Region: Penedes, Catalonia
Grapes: Xarel-lo
ABV: 14%
Nuits St Georges Jaffelin 2020
Regular price £52.95Red fruit aromas: red currants and raspberries. Full and fruity on the palate, with great length and minerality. The tannins are silky and ripe.
Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Grapes: 100% Pinot Noir
ABV: 13%
Langhe Nebbiolo Produttori Del Barbaresco 2023
Regular price £29.95Intense red fruit aromas on the nose and palate, this medium-bodied nebbiolo beauty from Produttori del Barbaresco has hints of white pepper and liquorice supported by bright tannins and a fresh acidity. A great introduction to the fine wines of Northern Italy.
Country: Italy
Region: Piedmont
Grapes: Nebbiolo
ABV: 14%
Food Match: Antipasto, pasta dishes with tomato sauce or slow cooked red meat stews. Very versatile.