Vinification: Manual harvests in boxes throughout the entire estate. Double
sorting of the grapes with destalking (no crushing). Alcoholic fermentation in open vats (soft maceration for 3-4 weeks). 7 to 10 months in oak vat.
Style
A typical St-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil. A fruity and lively style, slightly spiced with floral notes. Enjoy up to 3-4 years after vintage.

Organic 100% Cab Franc

Pecorino has become very fashionable, and is now one of Italy's fastest-growing white varieties - although most plantings are still mainly in its Abruzzo home. It's a perfect accompaniment to the fantastic seafood of the region.

Rocco Pasetti's superbly sited, 30-hectare estate lies in the heart of the Collecorvino district in the hills northwest of Pescara, recognised as one of the best vineyard zones in Abruzzo. The wine shows a ripe, honeyed nose with aromas of white peach and citrus fruits, and subtle nutty, savoury notes. The palate is full and textured with pronounced minerality and delicate ripe fruit flavours leading to a long, spicy finish.Fermented in stainless steel to allow the full aromatic quality of the wine to present itself. Fans of Albarino will find much to enjoy here. 

Mainly Malbec but blended with a little Cabernet and even less Petit Verdot. Dark purple, with rich berry fruits with nuances of mocha and chocolate. Great with roast beef, or bbq ribs.

A lovely floral nose from the white grapes used. It is super-crunchy with fresh strawberry and cranberry fruit. The palate is ripe but the lovely fresh fruit character is beautifully balanced, a black treacle note brings a darker note to the finish.

Very bright yet ripe with plenty of citrus pith. Clean as a whistle, that lip smacking acidity will ensure that first bottle will disappear pretty quickly.

To say this wine is made from some of the world's best Chenin Blanc terroir is no overstatement, although only labelled an Anjou Blanc this is purely down to French wine politics. In fact, it comes from vineyards designated Charme for sweet wines that surround the famous Grand Cru Quarts de Chaume where some of the world's greatest sweet wines come from. Because this is a very rare dry wine from those vineyards it is not allowed to use those illustrious badges. Working biodynamically owner Vanessa Cherruau believes that really good dry Chenin Blancs can also be made from this top terroir, and so she has proved. Ripe aromas of peach, nectarine and apricot lead onto a medium-full bodied soft palate with honeyed notes and balanced acidity. This is an elegant wine that is really rather moreish.

This Tuscan estate makes an excellent range of wines, from this, their entry level Sangiovese, up to their top-scoring Brunello del Montalcino. Specialsing in the Sangiovese grape, they know how to make high-quality wines that are full of Italian flavour.

Intense on the nose, fruity and spicy, with ripe blackberries, wild strawberries, rose spice and vanilla. Medium bodied and fresh on the palate, where the red fruit character persists. 

James Suckling 91 points

13.5% abv

Grape Varieties Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah

A blend that changes slightly each year, the last few vintages of this wine have been on fire. Beautifully defined dark fruit (there always seems to be a generous lick of cassis in this wine, even when the Cabernet component is actually quite modest), just a frame of toasty oak (although that roasted Alentejo character amalgamates with that too), and just enough Alicante crunch to keep it all fresh and energetic.

Older vintages are still drinking well, and with the improvements in this great value wine, there's no reason more recent vintages won't last even longer.

The cellar dog selection are beautifully fruit-driven, unpretentious red and white wines that accompany your daily meals, aperitifs and party events. These wines are made without oak contact, thus emphasizing their pure fruit character. Both are named after the winery’s pets, Lili the cellar dog, and Cookie the cellar rabbit, who are extended members of the team.

Lili Cellar Dog Selection is a blend of Alicante Bouschet and Touriga Nacional fermented and aged in stainless steel containers.

“Deep crimson. Rich, chewy and deliciously firm and dry, the texture giving it a mineral savour. Pure, dry, long.”

A slightly different take on Garnacha, for Daniel. Perhaps a more modern approach, as it's completely produced in stainless steel. The wine is a little more focused on pure, berry fruit, with a light extraction. A natural fermentation and very light pigeage, combined with natural fresh acidity, leave a very drinkable wine. A little bit of floral and herbal notes, and soft tannin keeps interest on the pallet.

Designed to be approachable young, and to be enjoyed through the summer, perhaps chilled a little. A very drinkable red.

Grape Varieties: Castelão

The Serra Mãe is made from 100% Castelão, grown on the free-draining, sandy soils East of Palmela. It was naturally fermented (no added yeast), and then subsequently aged, in concrete vats.

We had the opportunity to bottle our own interpretation of this grape, and we selected this wine because we think it displays a pure sense of variety and place. 

The wine shows cherry and bramble fruits, some green herbs, and a fresh and juicy texture. Its fresh acidity is a perfect match for slow-roast lamb or toad in the hole.

Soalheiro Alvarinho has the nickname ‘Clássico’, as it was the first wine ever to be made by the family, back in 1982. Since then, it remains our most classic style of single varietal Alvarinho, with aromatic freshness, intense flavour, and an unusual evolution in the bottle – it is a wine that goes well with any occasion!

This wine is a pale lemon colour with fragrant aromas of poached pears, orange peel, and light spices. The clean and fresh palate displays citrus characters and a creamy texture, with a crisp and refreshing finish. Stunning as an aperitif, as well as great with Asian food.

A beautiful golden colour, the nose is reminiscent of nectarines and peaches. The palate is similar but with a more citrus twist and a delicious oat meal character to give texture and roundness. The finish is long. This is a great Chardonnay and incredible value for money. Hands down better valuse than Burgundy!

Produced from vines planted very close to the village of Meursault with an average age of 70 years.
Handpicked, gently pressed and the juice transferred into steel tanks to ferment with some lees stirring. A
very small proportion of new oak (5%), this is one the finest ‘value for money’ wines in Burgundy. Stylish, fruit
packed, with notes of tropical fruits, grapefruit zing and a wonderful textured, creamy mid palate. Tasted
blind, you would believe this wine is from a far higher appellation than mere Coteaux Bourguignons

 Grape varieties: 60% Cinsault – 40% Carignan

From Pic St Loup, which is 35 km north of Montpellier. The area is surrounded by wild forest and garrigue, giving local wines a wild herby tinge. This is clean, purple, and very drinkable. Made without sulphites which makes the wine even fresher. Highly recommended.

Marsanne, Roussane, Viognier. Organic. 

Lovely and soft on the palate, with a slightly saline finish. From Pezenas close to the sea.

Clos del Rey Sabina White is a zesty and fresh blend of Grenache Blanc and Grenache Gris that balances opulent fruit with vibrant freshness. Lemon yellow in colour, it shows aromas of white-fleshed fruit, citrus, and subtle exotic and mineral notes. On the palate, it’s generous, with fantastic pure fruit and a lively acidity leading to a mouthwatering finish that echoes fresh fruit. This is a really well-made Côtes du Roussillon white wine with that is just a joy to drink.

Kalliope is made from white grape vines planted six years ago. It is a wink to our great grandmother who was from Crete and her perpetual good mood. It is also the name of one of the children of Greek god Zeus.

This cuvee shows the real potential of white wines made from schist soils. It is fine and complex and has great minerality. 

The fresh and mineral attack is supported by nice roundness. It’s an appealing wine that unveils its secrets all along the tasting.

It will pair perfectly with fish. For example a tartar of sea bream with artichoke hearts or gorgonzola risotto.

We called it ‘Figure Libre’ because we have chosen the freedom of creation and expression, combining the subtleness of the Loire with the bold character of the Languedoc. Away from the rigours of the appellation, in 2004 we planted the grape varieties which we felt would be best suited, those most able to reveal the expression and the qualities of our Brugairolles sandstone terroir. Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc, rarely grown in the region, originate from the Loire Valley, home of Winemaker Vincent Chansault.

Pretty raspberry colour, brightened by blackcurrant highlights that immediately evoke an intense sensory experience. On the nose, the wine offers a crisp, fruity experience, reminiscent of a basket of sun-drenched wild berries. Notes of redcurrant and blackberry dominate, creating a bewitching atmosphere. On the palate, the first impression is of the vegetal characteristic of the Cabernet Franc grape yet the fruit still comes through strongly. The attack evokes a harmonious balance between freshness and liveliness. The taut mid-palate brings out notes of redcurrant and cherry, offering an elegant range of fruity flavours. The finish, marked by firm tannins, is offset by the lovely vegetal character. The recognisable notes of green pepper mingle with delicate spices, notably coriander, to create its distinctive signature and add a layer of complexity to the whole.

We called it “Figure Libre” because we have chosen the freedom of creation and expression, combining the subtleness of the Loire with the bold character of the Languedoc. Away from the rigours of the appellation, in 2004 we planted the grape varieties which we felt would be the best suited, those most able to reveal the expression and the qualities of our Brugairolles sandstone terroir. Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc, rarely grown in the region, originate from the Loire Valley, home of Winemaker Vincent Chansault.

A very bright, deep, intense golden yellow colour with silver highlights. Its brilliant luminosity is an invitation to taste. The nose reveals aromas of ripe fruit, dominated by notes of quince paste and subtle hints of candied fruit brioche. Accents of mandarin peel add a welcome freshness, harmoniously blended with floral notes of jasmine and a delicate hint of fresh vanilla pod. The attack on the palate is intense and expressive, full of elegance, marked by a sweetness enhanced by a zest of bergamot. Freshness dominates throughout, with lively grapefruit flavours. The finish is long and lingering, enhanced by a hint of white pepper, adding a lovely spicy dimension. The balance offers perfect harmony between aromatic richness and freshness.

Ruby red in color with violet tints, on the nose it shows fresh red and black fruits, with hints of spices and nuts. On the palate it is delicate, with great acidity and firm tannins that give it nerve and structure. It shows its best facet accompanying beef roasts, stews, empandas and charcuterie.

Sourced exclusively from the Te Mata Estate’s own vineyards, the Estate Vineyards wines represent the best qualities of their variety, vintage and Hawke’s Bay origin.

An intense bright-dark crimson, Estate Cabernet/Merlot shows immediate ripe raspberry, wild blackberry and black plum, all set against dark chocolate and velvety tannins. Sumptuous layers of flavour run from rich fruit to sandalwood, French Vanilla, and pipe tobacco. With power, presence and length, Estate Cabernet/Merlot delivers great pleasure right through its palate.

A new-age Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon (blended with Malbec), expressing all the regional hallmarks. It is a bright, fruit-forward, earlier-drinking style with attractive savoury nuances from Vasse Felix’s quality-led, minimal intervention winemaking approach.

Quince, nectarine and a light flint or gravel nuance are set against understated honey and florals. Richness is the word to describe the global impression of the palate: creamy, ripe, stone fruit – peach and nectarine – with a vanilla opulence and a twist of granadilla and lemon oil adding contrast. 

A refined wine crafted from Arneis vines grown in the sandy, clay-rich soils of Canale, aged for six months in steel and a further two months in bottle before release. Bright straw-yellow in colour with greenish highlights, it offers an expansive fruity bouquet of apricot and white fruit, leading to an intense, full-bodied palate with a savoury-sweet finish—perfect as an aperitif or paired with shellfish and starters.

This estate is unique. The Carmargue is very low lying, sandy and with high water levels. The temperature remains warm at night due to the proximity of the sea. It is often windy and the air can carry all out of moisture. All of this is what Grenache Gris thrives upon. A stunning rosé that is anything but wishy washy. This packs a flavour punch and is excellent with food as well as a joy to sup on the terrace on a hot summers day. Let your senses take over and you will invisage the wild white horses splashing through the Carmargues watery plateau!

The best summer red I have ever tasted. Fabien the winemaker travelled the world creating incredible Pinot Noirs. He has brought this skill to 50% Cinsault, 25% Grenache and 25% Syrah. This is so elegant and refined. Drink slightly chilled.

Go to the filing cabinet marked ‘Value’ and file this under ‘Ridiculous’. Not because it's a show-stopping 100-pointer, but because it simply made us want to drink it. Lots of it. And isn't that the point? And did we mention that it’s fantastic value?

A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo, aged for a year in American oak and tastes like two much-loved wine styles rolled into one. The Cabernet Sauvignon shines through on the nose with rich leafy blackcurrant and dusty cherries, reminiscent of a good Medoc. On the palate, we find the most deliciously juicy and succulent cassis flavours married to classic Spanish Crianza notes of coconut and vanilla. What we love about it is its freshness and moreishness and its quiet insistence that the next sip is going to be even better than the last, which, for us, is the definition of a great wine. 14.5% alc. Drink now-2040 (yes you read that right).

Pale coloured, this is surprisingly aromatic with fresh lemon and hints of peach. The palate is quite full, but really fresh, with a creamy leesy character and notes of toast, lime and lemon. Bone dry, long and fresh.

Fresh and fruity with aromas of peach, almond and waxy lemon. Quite full, rich and oily, it has a beautifully balanced backbone of firm acid and great persistence.

Deep ruby, the nose is full of fruits of the forest, cherry and plum, with toasty notes. Generous and ripe on the palate it finishes fresh with ripe smooth tannins.

Deep ruby colour with dark cherry on the nose. Quite rich and silky on the palate, with a fine fresh and lightly tannic finish.