On the nose there is an abundance of citrus; lime, grapefruit, and in particular the orange zest that is such a regional feature of North Canterbury Rieslings. Aromas of apricot, ginger, and spice bring further complexity and breadth. The long hang-time and influence of botrytis has resulted in a wine that is rich and full bodied, with ripe phenolics that add structure and length. Weighty and mouth filling, yet balanced with refreshing acidity and a dry finish.

A fragrant, fruity, dry white wine from an estate in Condrieu, but made from younger vines in the village, so it doesn't cost the earth, yet is of similar quality to the revered Condrieu Viognier! Orange blossom, peach, apricot and honey notes on the nose and the palate. Easy drinking, and pairs really well with charcuterie. 

There is an aura of adventure and humour surrounding François that is infectious. He genuinely loves every aspect of his job and this passion and dedication shines through in his wines. They are bright, poised and vivacious with a spine tingling minerality, combined with amazing depth and intensity. François has firmly established himself as one of Condrieu’s greatest winemakers.

François has seven hectares of vineyard, which includes vineyards in Condrieu, as well as small parcels of Côte Rôtie and Saint Joseph. François firmly believes in the importance of the soil, more so than exposure (though he is very lucky in this as well). This ensures his Viognier has an intense minerality, countering the naturally low acidity of the grape to make it racy, vibrant and thrilling.

The vineyards here are dry-farmed and hand-picked. They picked the fruit for the 2018 in two lots, 10 days apart. Two-thirds of the fruit that went into the 2018 Rays Road is from the early pick, described by winemaker Michael Brajkovich MW as ‘very distinctively limestone in character, with mineral, salty, flint characters that were certainly reminiscent of Chablis’, while the last third was much riper. Whole-bunch pressed, fermented with ambient yeast entirely in barrel, treated to 100% malolactic conversion and aged for 11 months in barrel.  Fresh and minerally and super-crisp but quite satisfying and not meagre at all. Super-clean. Just right for current drinking. If only all white burgundy offered this accessibility (I'm talking both price and taste). Really quite long. A neat, complete wine.

The family now own 52 acres including a hectare of Valmur Grand Cru. This is from a single vineyard 1er Cru vineyard. White gold with green tints, the nose reveals mint and pineapple. The palate is powerful yet restrained with fine acidity and a creamy texture.

A multi award winning rich, full bodied dry white wine from Burgundy. Orange blossom, white peach and pear notes on the nose; citrus lemon, golden apple, white peach and an earthy mineral note on the palate, followed by a long finish. Pair with white meats, charcuterie or medium mature cheeses. This  would really work well with Goose or Turkey.

Chablis, Chablis, Chablis... As familiar as the school run, and very often as mundane. But this delivers a memorable treat; sensuous, vivacious, and exactly what Chablis should be. No interference from oak, yet almost Burgundian in personality - a result of top class fruit and superlative winemaking.  A steely structure defines the palate with wonderful linear precision.

As satisfying as getting the last parking space. Enjoy.

An accomplished Chardonnay from northern Greece, that drinks more like Cru Burgundy! Perfumed aromas of melon, ripe pineapple and lemon combine with toasty butterscotch notes. Opulent and weighty, with a richly oaked texture, beautiful balance and spicy minerality on the finish. So, so good for the price - lovers of white Burgundy will be very happy here.

There's Greek wine and there's Greek wine... This is not the stuff of beachside Tavernas but comes from one of the most modern and accomplished winemakers in Greece. Whether you are a Viognier fan or not, this is a must-try; silken, rich and supple, beautifully fruited and just packed with complexity and finesse. A shop favourite.

Certified Sustainable, Practicing Biodynamic, Practicing Organic. Floral and citrusy with a little sultana and honey thing going on. A touch of plimsole rubber reminds you it can only be Riesling. A long, lingering finish with loads of creamy mouthfeel, backed up by acidity that zips through everything. Just the ticket! Drinks dry, though just nudging off-dry, which is perfectly judged against the racy acidity.

Viognier, Marsanne and Clairette blend. Rich and limpid, the almost exotic stone fruit flavours are restrained by precise notes of lime. The deftest touch of oak adds texture and weight without overwhelming any of the fruit characters, and the finish just keeps going and going. Truely a wonderful wine. Pair this with roast Chicken and be in foody heaven!

rançois and Julien Pinon are renowned for producing exceptional wines in the Vouvray region. François, who previously worked as a child psychologist, assumed control of the vineyard from his father in 1987 and has since established a strong reputation for the estate. As a committed winemaker, his primary objective is to maintain the distinctive characteristics of both the appellation and the vintage in all of his wines. With Julien`s involvement, the family`s commitment to organic viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking has been further solidified. For this particular release, the wine was aged in previously used barrels for a duration of 4 months prior to bottling. It exhibits delightful hints of green apple, delicately enveloping a core of vibrant, lively acidity.

Notas Frutales de Albariño is set in the Codado de Tea sub-zone of Rias Baixas, in the south-eastern corner of the DO, towards the Portuguese border. There, further inland, the climate is a touch more clement than the prevailing cool, damp conditions that define Rias Baixas, and the Alonso family farm six Albariño vineyards on the right bank of the Miño River, at around 300m altitude. The Trucha bottling, named after the trout that José Alonso would fish for in the Miño as a child, is a classic rendering, with tropical peach and apricot flavours set off by piercing apple and saline notes on the finish. This is a more textured style of Albarino and really works very well with food, particularly trout.

This beautifully balanced and classic white Burgundy has a savoury, salty, biscuity nose with a restrained, mineral palate. Oak ageing has lent a creaminess to the nose and gives broader texture before a long finish.

Chardonnay grapes sourced from Gevrey Chambertin and Auxey Duresses. Regular plowing and minimal fertilisers as well as minimal pruning to promote vigour and reduce yield. The grapes are hand picked and transported to the winery in small containers. Fermentation in foudre followed by transfer to 1 year old French barriques (Berthoumieu) for 12 months. During this time the barrels are rolled to stir up the lees - this happens 4 times a year after which the wine is left on its lees for a further 3 months. The wine is fined with bentonite prior to bottling but not filtered. Glam up your roast chicken dinner with this classic white Burgundy.

Very floral nose, blossom, ripe Apple and limes leap out of the glass, the wine has a very mineral edge. The palate shows richness and purity with sweet, mouth-filling fruit. The wine is very focused displaying notes of lime, ripe apples, and minerals, with tangy acidity and great length.

Ideally located partly in the valley of Chassagne, the plots, benefit from a rich soil made of clay and limestone.
The low altitude and the south-east sunny exposure ensure water and nutrients that produce ripe, juicy and aromatic berries. Fermented in 1/3 French oak barrel & 2/3 stainless steel tank.

Composed bouquet with hints of yellow flower complementing the green apple aromas. Reveals subtle brioche and walnut scents with time, gaining complexity. The palate is very well balanced with a fine line of acidity, with the oak, nicely integrated and lending an appealing creamy texture toward the finish.

This is a baby Hassagne Montrachet!

The Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune Blanc from Sébastien Magnien showcases a clear, pale yellow hue and reflects the purity of high-altitude Burgundy vineyards. Crafted from Chardonnay grown on limestone-rich soils, the cooler conditions of the Hautes Côtes lend freshness and aromatic precision, while Magnien’s minimal-intervention approach allows the terroir to shine. The nose reveals bright citrus notes of lemon and green apple layered with delicate white flowers and a subtle mineral edge, leading to a lean, crisp palate with lively acidity and a light, chalky finish that is both elegant and refreshing.

Finca Allende Rioja Blanco is a refined white Rioja crafted predominantly from Viura with a touch of Malvasía de Rioja, sourced from mature bush-trained vines in the gravelly clay soils of Briones. Fermented in new French oak and aged on its lees with regular bâtonnage, the winemaking imparts a creamy texture while preserving freshness and structure. The result is a balanced wine where subtle oak integrates with ripe fruit, supported by a mineral backbone and leading to a smooth, dry finish.