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NV Portal Da Calcada Patusco Rose
Regular price £9.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%A bright, delicate rosé bursting with Atlantic freshness.
Tasting Notes
This wine presents a light salmon colour and a effervescence that favours the release of
its fruity aroma. It reveals a great freshness on the mouth, with a vivid acidity.

Production
The previously selected grapes were de-stemmed and lightly pressed. The extracted
juice is decanted by gravity. It then fermented in stainless steel vats with temperature
control over two weeks. Before bottling the wine was filtered and stabilized.
Producer
Founded in 1917 in the Vinho Verde region, Calçada Wines is one of the oldest producers in the region focused especially on the production of still white and rosé wines and sparkling wines and is now the 3rd generation of the family to lead the business. In addition to producing high quality wines, Calçada brand is also synonymous with the art of hospitality - Casa da Calçada is a XVI palace converted into a luxurious hotel - it is a reference in hospitality and within the property we still proudly have what is considered the oldest vineyard in the region.
Specifications
| Year | NV |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 50% Vinhao, 25% Tinta Roriz, 25% Espadeiro |
| Country | Portugal |
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Alcohol content
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11% alc vol
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| Units of alcohol per bottle | 8.63 units |
| Type | Rose Fizz |
| Allergy Information | Contains sulphites |
| Dietary Information | Vegan & Vegetarian Approved |
| Food Matching |
Perfect alone as an aperitif or with light and fresh entrances. Ideal to match with sushi,
pasta, pizza or white meats. |
| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Origin | Vinho Verde |
| Appellation | DOC Vino Verde |
2023 Umbrele, Chardonnay, Vilie Timisului, Romania
Regular price £11.79 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%A Romanian ray of light: crisp, juicy, Umbrele Chardonnay.
Tasting Notes
A wonderfully fresh and fruity Chardonnay with amazing fruit and power. Ripe and thick, with lots of mango and toasted oak--a Chardonnay showing all the attributes. There's a chewy buttery, intensely tropical side to this full-bodied wine.

Producer
Back in 1988, three families decided to invest in a winery in Romania, starting with 650 hectares of slightly unloved vineyards and a rusty, once state-owned winery.
Yet Englishman Philip Cox and his Romanian wife Elvira, have turned the Cramele Recas Estate into the most successful winery in Romania. Recas are now recognised globally for their impressive scale and breadth of fascinating wines, including natural and orange wine from organic grapes. Despite the scale the emphasis is on making good wines that over-deliver, and as a result they’ve struck on a magic formula that has seen sales and demand boom. Vineyards are a combination of evolved plantings from 1447 and more recent planting, whilst the winery has seen significant investment and boasts state of the art facilities where innovation thrives. Recas are in every way a modern, dynamic winery, whose open minded approach and quality sets them apart … a winery you really can’t ignore.
Production
Grown on a variety of soils, from cracking clays to limestone rich loams. All vineyards are non-irrigated. Trained to vertical shoot positioned trellis with 2 to 4 canes per vine with replacement spurs. Inter vine soil management by cultivation. Yields from 5 to 15 tonnes per hectare. 90% mechanical harvested.
Grapes are night harvested to arrive cool at the winery. Destemmed, lightly crushed and then chilled to 5° C and transferred to stainless steel temperature controlled maceration tanks, for 24 hours. Following this the grapes were lightly pressed, and the juice was fully decanted at low temperatures until completely clear before being inoculated with selected yeast, and fermented for 3 weeks at 15° C. Half of the wine was then aged for 3 months in oak with lees stirring to generate depth and complexity before being blended with the unoaked portion and prepared for bottling.
Alan's Personal Tasting Note
"This is delish. Made by an Englishman in under invested Romania it’s got lovely, fresh, mango n apricot/peach fruits, balanced by a delicious fresh acidity. Great length and balance and although 50% of the blend is matured in barrel the oak in no way overpowers the fruit, it’s just in perfect balance with it. Long, beautiful & moreish, this will be a sure fire winner." MAY 2026
Specifications
| Year | 2023 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Romania |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% |
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9.4 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Food Matching | Grilled satay chicken, veal, shrimp, crab and lobster |
| Cellaring Potential | 1 year |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Origin | Timis County |
2023 August Kesseler, The Daily August Pinot Noir
Regular price £24.95 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%This amazing Pinot Noir is sure to become a delightful part of your daily routine!
Tasting Notes
The Daily August Pinot Noir has a subtle scent of cherry and blueberry, paired with the delicious aromas of cassis and red pepper.

Production
Grapes are hand-picked and then sorted again in the winery. Each parcel is vinified separately. Shortly before bottling the cuvée is assembled. Vinified in barriques in their double stored cellar dug out of the rock and dating from 1792.
Producer
When August Kesseler took over the company founded in 1924 by his parents, he was just 19 years old.
At the time it consisted of a small 2.5ha large-barrel wine business, and he worked hard to achieve the enviable international reputation he enjoys today. Located in the Pinot Noir heartland of Assmannshäusen, in one of the most prestigious wine growing areas for Riesling - the Rheingau, August Kesseler have some of the best Pinot Noir and Riesling sites that the lower and middle Rheingau have to offer spread over 32.5 hectares.
Specifications
| Year | 2023 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Pinot Noir |
| Country | Germany |
| Alcohol content | 13% alcohol |
| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.75 units |
| Type | Red Wine |
| Features | Vegetarian & Vegan |
| Dietary Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Food Matches | Guinea fowl with red wine butter, parsley risotto and porcini mushrooms. |
| Appellation |
Rheingau, |
2024 Pasquiers Sauvignon Rolle, IGP Pays d’Oc
Regular price £9.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%A wonderful and innovative blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Rolle (otherwise known as Vermentino) from southern France.
Tasting Notes
A deliciously refreshing change from straight Sauvignon Blanc. Luscious exotic fruit aromas from the Rolle are balanced by the clean, zingy fruit of Sauvignon, resulting in a wonderfully aromatic smooth dry white.

Production Method
For this wine two parcels of Sauvignon Blanc and Rolle (the traditional French name for Vermentino) were selected from the sun-drenched vineyards of southern France. Their position, on alluvial sand and silt, encourages the vines to root deep into the soil, finding the water they need to sustain them during the long, hot summers. Each plot is harvested in the cooler early mornings and the Sauvignon Blanc is always harvested a few weeks before the later ripening Rolle. Both varieties then undergo cold maceration in stainless steel tanks, followed by gentle pressing and alcoholic fermentation on fine lees (at a temperature of 16-18°C) to bring out the creamy texture of the Rolle, which perfectly balances the freshness of the Sauvignon Blanc.
Producer
Like all good stories, that of Boutinot France is both long and a little bit complicated! Boutinot began as a tiny importer in 1980, specialising in French wines. Paul Boutinot himself began by personally selecting the wines from France, back in the UK he would unload the trailer by hand, and deliver the crates of wines to customers himself. But good things grow and by the end of the decade we had become a bigger and better company. A company that not only sought out great wines but made them too. Ten years later, Boutinot France was founded in January 1990. The first office was in the middle of the vines in Julienas; perfectly located to navigate the Beaujolais and Mâcon regions on the quest to make beautiful wines. Samantha Bailey, who started as a wine enthusiast, was there at the beginning of this adventure. Since then, she has grown into our Master Blender and has key responsibilities: building long-standing relationships, tasting, understanding the terroir and appellations, and pushing the boundaries. She is at the heart of the whole process from blending to quality assessment, making sure there is always a Boutinot touch in every cuvée. We are proud to also count Guillaume Letang and Nicolas Rager in our winemaking team. Guillaume oversees the South of France and Languedoc, whilst Nicolas looks after our property in Cairanne. Together they have the local knowledge to select and blend the very best wines from throughout. Eric Monnin oversees every aspect of production and makes sure everything our winemakers blend and source is top quality. Today, Boutinot’s French office is located in Mâcon, and has over 20 employees who take care of production across the whole of France, covering fresh whites and rosés from Gascony, mineral wines from Burgundy, and joyful varietal wines from Languedoc among others. We don’t use any single model to source our wines; instead, a combination of sources are used, from large-scale, high-quality co-ops to small, family growers and single domaines, as well as our own vineyards in Cairanne. Drawing on the expertise of our winemakers and a network of partner growers, we seek to deliver the highest quality-to-price ratio possible for every wine.
Alan's Personal Tasting Note
"On first opening I wasn’t that impressed by this. Fresh, dry n crisp make it adequate, but I thought it lacked a bit of character and seemed a bit dilute. However, with a bit of food and oxidation it came to life and developed more weight, riper fruit and a lovely creamy complexity. This is what I was expecting from the later ripening Rolle ( Vermentino). This definitely gives it an edge, one of these wines that just needs a wee bit of time to show it’s best." August 2025
Specifications
| Year | 2024 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | Sauvignon Blanc 75%, Rolle 25% |
| Country | Languedoc, France |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9 units |
| Type | White |
| Cellaring Potential | For immediate enjoyment |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Food Matches | Ideal served well chilled as an apéritif yet has enough acidity to partner a classic French moules marinière or any creamy based chicken recipe. Rolle adds exotic notes which can complement Chinese and oriental dishes. |
| Origin | Languedoc |
| Appellation | Pays D'Oc IGP |
2020 Vitikultur Moser Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature, Sekt Austria [Organic & Biodynamic]
Regular price £31.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Delicious traditional method sparkling wine that is both organic and biodynamic to boot.
Tasting Notes
Appealing nose of ripe orchard fruit and brioche, from two years spent on lees. The palate is complex and textural with wild apple, lightly toasty notes, bright balancing acidity and a long and creamy finish.
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Production
The 100% Chardonnay grapes are cultivated in vineyards with dark, gravelly soils, in Hollabern, Apetlon. The grapes are harvested towards the end of August, are destemmed and pressed. Natural yeasts bring about spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel, followed by a second fermentation in bottle, and over 24 months spent on lees.
Producer
The Vitikultur Moser estate was originally founded by the famous Austrian wine producing pioneer, Lenz Moser. Lenz Moser's son, Sepp Moser, began operating under his own name in 1987, and handed over the direction of this family-owned estate to his own son Nikolaus in the year 2000.
This family estate comprises of 50 acres of vineyards in two prominent wine regions; Kremstal (22 ha) and Neusiedlersee (28 ha). In the Kremstal, Nikolaus produces an international range of varieties as well as the ever more important local varieties of Gruner Veltliner and Riesling. The reds are produced on the gravelly soils of the warm southern Neusiederslee village of Apetlon. All Vitikultur Moser wines have been organic (and all estate wines biodynamic) since 2007.
Sustainability
Vitikultur Moser harvest their grapes by hand and emphasise a 'gentle' vinification in the cellar with spontaneous fermentation -minimum intervention in the winemaking process encourages each wine to develop its own individual style.
In 2006 Nikolaus Moser officially moved the estate to biodynamic viticulture – one of the first to do so in Austria – and became Demeter certified. 2009 saw the release of the estate’s first certified organic wines. Nikolaus is very keen to reduce the amount of copper and sulphur used in the vineyards, and this year saw a reduction of two thirds over what was sprayed previously. He composts all the estates pomace and vine trimmings, and there is an ongoing effort to plant trees around the vineyards.
Specifications
| Year | 2020 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Austria |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.4 units |
| Type | Fizz |
| Dosage | Brut |
| Cellaring Potential | 5-10 years |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Food Matching | a perfect match for fresh oysters, sushi and scallops, while its creamy texture pairs beautifully with cheeses such as Brie or Goats For a heartier pairing, try it with buttery lobster or creamy risotto. |
| Origin |
Sekt Austria |
2024 Pequeñas Fermentaciones Naranjo Torrontes/Moscatel [Orange Wine]
Regular price £18.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Tasting Notes
The subtle aromatics of this accessible orange wine, lead to a burst of flavour on the palate which is alive with texture, clementines and citrus oil zestiness. The heady exotic, lychee aromatics and natural richness of the two varieties, are beautifully offset by the natural acidity and sandy texture of the orange wine making process. A genuine orange wine.
![2024 Pequeñas Fermentaciones Naranjo Torrontes/Moscatel [Orange Wine]](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0174/5118/8278/files/3_Images_43_1024x1024.png?v=1747952803)
Production
This wine was made with Torrontes and Pink Moscatel planted in 1945. The grapes were fermented in contact with the seeds and skins in concrete eggs for six months.
Producer
El Porvenir de Cafayate is one of Salta's premium but very affordable, high altitude wine producers. This small, family-owned winery in Cafayate, specialises in Torrontes, Malbec, Tannat and red blends from 45-50 year old vineyards which are amongst the highest in the world at 1900m asl and surrounded by 20ft, 200+ year old monster cacti. Colour in the reds here is profound due to the exposure to prolonged mountain sunlight, with soft tannins thanks in part to the extreme diurnal temperature differences... some mornings the catcti are thick with frost but within a few hours temperatures soar to the mid/high 20s!
El Porvenir – “the future” has been the name of this estate since it was founded in 1890. The winery and vineyards were restored by the Romero-Marcuzzi family in the 1990s and the main team is made up of company Director, Lucía Romero Marcuzzi, Winemaker Francisco 'Paco' Puga, and Agricultural Engineer Daniel Guillén, whose joint goal is to capture the essence of Cafayate's unique high altitude characters through their remarkable range of wines.
Sustainability
El Porvenir de Cafayate are in the process of being certified to international sustainability and organic standards. In collaboration with the renowned certifier ECOCERT, they are working hard to meet the standards required and hope to be fully certified soon.
Soil health is prioritised across all vineyards by using techniques that minimize erosion and promote biodiversity with a proactive approach to reducing herbicide use. Since 2022 they have welcomed a flock of 50 sheep to the farms. These lovely companions play a fundamental role in sustainable agriculture. By grazing the vineyards, they contribute to reducing carbon dioxide emissions and minimizing soil compaction. As they move, they weed and fertilize naturally, helping to maintain a balanced ecological cycle. As a result, soils are enriched with increased oxygenation and microbial life.
Specifications
| Year | 2023 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | Torrontes 60%, Moscatel 40% |
| Country | Argentina |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.75 units |
| Type | Orange Wine |
| Food Matches | Try with roasted cauliflower or grilled halloumi dishes. |
| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Dietary Information | Vegetarian & Vegan approved |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Appellation |
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2014 Pegasus Bay Pinot noir - aged release
Regular price £52.95 Sale price £39.95 Save 25%
Moreish and delicious in equal doses!
Tasting Notes
An intense purple appearance offers up aromas of raspberry, pomegranate, black cherry, purple plum, chocolate and spice. Layered beneath this are hints of barbequed meats, grilled mushrooms and black olive tapenade. On the palate the wine is richly textured and mouth filling with powerful, but fine grained tannins that give a silky finish with exceptional length.

The Season
A mild spring was followed by a warm summer and early autumn. Meticulous vineyard management meant our crops achieved optimum ripeness and were able to be harvested in excellent condition, in advance of the inclement weather that affected the second half of April.
The Vineyard & The Vines
The vineyard is located within the Waipara Valley of North Canterbury, on free draining, north facing terraces carved out of New Zealand’s Southern Alps by an ice-age glacier. It benefits from being in the lee of the Teviotdale Range, giving maximum protection from the Pacific’s easterly breezes and thus creating a unique mesoclimate. The vines are over 30 years old, with a large proportion planted on their own roots. The soil is free draining and of low fertility, resulting in naturally reduced vine vigour. This produces low yields of optimally ripened, high quality, flavourful grapes, which fully express the qualities of this unique terroir. The vineyard has warm days, but the nights are amongst the coolest in the Waipara Valley, drawing out the ripening period of the grapes, while still retaining good natural acidity.
Harvest & Wine Making
Traditional Burgundian winemaking methods were used to make this wine. We picked the various blocks at different stages, depending on their maturity, aiming for a range of red and dark fruit flavours. Approximately one third of the grapes were put at the bottom of the fermentation vats as whole bunches, with the balance being destemmed on top, retaining as many whole berries as possible. The vats were kept cool over the next few days to help extract the soft, silky tannins from the pinot noir skins. After approximately a week the must started to ferment naturally. During fermentation, the floating cap of grape skins was gently plunged twice daily. When the fermentation finished, the grape remnants were left to steep in the wine for up to a week to help extract a different range of tannins that add structure and depth. The exact duration of this period was determined by daily tasting. Subsequently the wine was gently pressed off and put into oak barriques (30% new) from selected artisan Burgundian coopers. In the summer after harvest, when the weather warmed, the wine underwent a natural malo-lactic (secondary) fermentation. After maturing for 18mths in these barriques, the batches made from the many different plots and clones of pinot were carefully blended in varying portions to produce the most complex and balanced wine possible.
Accolades
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" ... Full body, with firm and polished tannins and a juicy finish. It’s quite ripe and opulent with a softness and plushness.”
- James Suckling Wine Reviews, www.jamessuckling.com, USA -
95/100
“… Youthful, powerful, enticing … . A quality wine from start to finish … ”
- Cameron Douglas MS, camdouglasms.com, NZ
Specifications
| Year | 2014 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | Pinot Noir |
| Country | New Zealand |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.5 units |
| Type | Red Wine |
| Maturation | Best drinking from 2023 through 2029+ |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Origin |
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| Appellation | Canterbury |
2025 Iona, Sophie Te'Blanche Sauvignon Blanc
Regular price £14.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Sophie te'Blanche, a nickname given by those including our workers, who can't pronounce Sauvignon Blanc, is the inspiration behind this much loved wine, produced from grapes grown by dedicated farmers in Elgin and the Cape South Coast.
Tasting Notes
Floral notes with a complex medley of tropical fruits, mingled with subtle lime and gooseberry undertones. The palate is balanced and rich, showing cut green apples with great minerality and texture.

Producer
At 420m above sea-level, set high above the picturesque Elgin Valley Andrew Gunn founded Iona. It is here overlooking the Atlantic ocean that he has secured some of the coolest vineyards in the Cape. In a country where cool climate vineyards are like gold dust, these vineyards are veritable nuggets. There is an extremely long growing season, allowing Andrew to create wines with complex flavours and a fresh, elegant style. The approach is hands off and the land is farmed according to organic and biodynamic practices with a particular focus on ensuring the health of the soils whilst pests are kept under control by the resident flock of geese that roam the vineyards.
Production
Grapes were hand harvested at optimal ripeness during the season. Grapes are crushed and pressed immediately. Juice was settled overnight before being inoculated with a variety of selected yeast. After fermentation, wines are racked and spend 4 months on the fine lees before blending and bottling.
Specifications
| Year | 2025 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Country | South Africa |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.75 units per bottle |
| Type | White Wine |
| Food Matching | Asparagus and fish topped with hollandaise sauce, alongside Thai cuisine. |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Origin | Elgin |
| Appellation | WO Western Cape |
2016 Château La Louvière Red (Magnum)
Regular price £86.99 Sale price £69.59 Save 20%2016 was one of the finest vintages in the past 20 years of this red wine which exudes an elegant bouquet and delicate hints of oak.....
Tasting Notes
Colour
This wine is garnet-red in colour with a few carmine highlights.
Nose
Its bouquet is wonderfully intense. On aeration, it releases black-berry fruit (blackberry, black cherry, plum) aromas, with hints of cake spices.
Palate
On the palate, this wine is very rich and well-balanced. The aftertaste is long, with slight tarry overtones. The tannin is not yet fully resolved. These characteristics are indicative of its good ageing potential: it would be best to wait two or three years to appreciate its full complexity.

Production
Deep Gravel terroir 26 year old vines, pruned by double guyot with debudding. Grapes are harvested by hand with small deep crates.
Wine making - In stainless-steel temperature-controlled tanks with patented
cap-breaking system and concrete tanks with pigeage. Aged for 12 months in oak barrels (40-50% new) with racking.
Producer
Château La Louvière has many fascinating facets. The sumptuous architecture of the château building dates from the late 18th century, but winegrowing here goes back more than 700 years. The first vines were planted circa 1310, although modern winemaking dates from the 17th century and was handed down by able monks from the Carthusian monastery in Bordeaux, who had acquired considerable talent as viticulturists and winemakers. The people who produce the wine in the 21st century have inherited these time-honoured methods, adding just the right amount of innovation and modernity to make the utmost of the outstanding terroir.
Specifications
| Year | 2016 |
| Bottle Size | 1.5L (Magnum) |
| Cultivar | 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Country | France |
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Alcohol content
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13% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 19.5 units |
| Type | Red Blend |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Cellaring Potential | 15 years |
| Food Matches | Stuffed capon, succulent braised veal sweetbreads, and a selection of cheeses including robust hard sheep's milk cheese and the distinctively tangy Roquefort. |
| Origin |
Pessac Leognan
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2022 Finca Ambrosía Blanc de Blanc Brut Nature
Regular price £21.99 Sale price £18.99 Save 14%This is our creative approach to prove that it is possible to produce amazing traditional sparkling wines in Gualtallary
Tasting Notes
This wine dazzles with its bright and lively acidity, offering a refreshing blend of citrus and ripe apple flavors. A delicate yet intricate bouquet of floral and mineral notes adds to its complexity. The fine, persistent mousse accentuates the wine's crisp acidity and leads to a prolonged finish, graced with hints of brioche and almond.

Producer
Finca Ambrosia is the story of Argentinian’s wine revolution over the last 20 years where it has moved from big Malbecs to terroir driven fine wines. This revolution started 100kms south of Mendoza City in the Uco Valley, which is only 70km long and 40kms wide. The Andes give the Uco Valley its 2 critical attributes: alluvial soils with high quality and varied terroir and altitude which is unique to Argentina, enabling good acidity and luxurious tannins.
The friends bought land at 1250m in the sub-district of Gualtallary in the Uco Valley’s northern district of Tupungato. At the time the only neighbours were Moët & Chandon and Zapata Catena’s now world-famous Adrianna vineyard. Gualtallary’s terroir has a limestone concentration giving its wines minerality and is considered one of South America’s top terroirs for premium wines.
Finca Ambrosia produces the highest quality malbec, cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay and cabernet franc gapes from its 59ha and is 1 of only 3 artisanal producers in Gualtallary.
Since first harvest, Finca Ambrosia’s high-quality fruit was in demand from Argentina’s top wineries such as and Trapiche, Altos Los Hormegas and Vina Cobos. In 2010 renowned Argentinian winemaker Daniel Pi was engaged to make wine for the owners, paying him with bottles of the wine. One such bottle came to the attention of Robert Parker in 2012 who awarded it 95 points – an outstanding score for a first vintage!
Daniel Pi remains a key member of the team which has also been supported by Chile’s famous ‘terroirista’ Pedro Parra. Finca Ambrosia now has its own brand and style of interpretation of Gualtallary’s terroir. It has a growing reputation in Argentina and internationally where the soil, natural environment and team’s artisanal work are seen in its wine’s freshness, elegance and fruit purity.
Vintage
2022 was a long and dry growing season of outstanding quality. Veering on the cooler side of average temperatures, yields were still plentiful, and grapes achieved ideal ripeness throughout a very long cycle. Rainfall was limited, but abundant glacial water and sporadic showers were timed perfectly to help the vine’s balance. After cooler autumn and ideal growing conditions in February and March, they were able to produce
wines with remarkable quality.
Viticulture
Soil: Limestone atop quaternary gravels and sand, shaped by wind erosion. Fermentation Vessel: Initial fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks, succeeded by a traditional secondary fermentation in the bottle. Ageing: Matured on lees for a period of 12 months.
Specifications
| Year | 2022 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Argentina |
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Alcohol content
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12.5% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.37 units |
| Type | Fizz |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Food Matches |
Pairs deliciously with freshly shucked oysters and other seafood, also cheeses. |
| Origin | Gualtallary |
| Appellation | Uco Valley |
2022 Equipo Navazos, La Bota No 119 Florpower MMXXII
Regular price £32.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Obscure yet delicious premium Spanish White!
Tasting Notes
This is the tenth vintage of Florpower (MMXXII, i.e., 2022), and released as La Bota 119 in the series. An unfortified white wine which follows vintage 2010 and 2012 (releases 44, 53 and 57) in origin and winemaking practices, and even more the 2014-2021 vintages (releases 67-114). With 2022 they continue to search for the point of balance and freshness, the perfect expression of the vineyard through the biological ageing process, which is now shorter than in the pioneering vintages.
Production
Exclusively from Palomino Fino sourced from vines aged between 55 and 85 years old in the blessed plot known as Pago Miraflores La Baja, Sanlúcar. In this vintage they have dispensed with tenuous ageing under flor in steel tanks after intense biological aging in traditional 600-litre Sherry casks. The wine is fermented in the same casks in which they later aged under flor for eight months until bottling at the end of May 2023.
Producers
Equipo Navazos was born out of a group of friend’s passion to share the authentic, traditional wines of Jerez de la Frontera, Sanlúcar de Barrameda, El Puerto de Santa Maria and Montilla … legitimately some of the greatest wines of the world!
These wines come from soleras and individual casks that remain, relatively neglected by the market in corners of many of Andalusia’s most prestigious bodegas. These unexpected yet fortunate findings have been made available to wine lovers around the world in limited quantities under the La Bota series (consecutively numbered editions, with the date of each saca or withdrawl date on the label) … in doing so respecting generations of expertise and care for these rare and beautiful wines. Today their efforts are increasingly focused on producing their own exceptional wines, such as Florpower, that truly express the character of Sanlúcar and its unique terroir. Outside of Andalusia, Equipo Navazos have collaborated with winemakers including Dirk Niepoort and Sergi Colet to develop authentic and individual wines that never fail to impress.
Accolades

Specifications
| Year | 2022 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Palomino Fino |
| Country | Spain |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 8.6 units |
| Type | White wine |
| Dietary Information | Vegan & Vegetarian |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Food Matches |
Serve chilled with slated almonds, hard cheese and an abundance of seafood.
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| Origin | Cadiz, Andalucia |
| Appellation | Jerez |
2023 Ancora Bianco
Regular price £8.89 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%A very well made, perfectly tuned Garganega!
Tasting Notes
This dry white has aromas of pear and apple with citrus notes. The palate is clean and crisp with floral notes, hints of apricot and honeysuckle, and a light, lifted, lemony finish.

Producer
Established in 2003, Adria Vini is a winemaking venture jointly owned by Boutinot and Araldica Castelvero, the leading co-operative in the Monferrato hills of Piemonte. Our aim is to produce authentic, well-priced still and sparkling wines from local grape varieties. All aspects of production, from grape selection through to vinification, maturation, blending and bottling are meticulously overseen by Araldica's winemaking team of Claudio Manera and Lella Burdese - assisted by Boutinot's Tony Brown MW. We source from a range of private growers and cooperatives, with whom we have long term relationships, principally in Veneto, Friuli, Lombardy, Sicily, Puglia, Abruzzo and Sardinia.
Production
Garganega is sourced from hillside vineyards in the northern Veneto. Grapes are harvested in late September and fermented at cool temperatures in stainless steel.
Specifications
| Year | 2023 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
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| Country | Italy |
| Alcohol content | 11% |
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8.25 units |
| Type | White |
| Food Matches | Perfect for a chilled summer drink - pair with salads, fish, seafood, and white meats. |
| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Dietary Information | Vegan & Vegetarian Approved |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Origin | IGT Trevenzie |
2022 Vallet Frères Auxey-Duresses
Regular price £38.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Fine, expressive white Burgundy!
TASTING NOTES
Expressive and very appealing sandalwood spice on the nose, the palate is ripe and concentrated with pithy citrus notes and a pleasant twist of acidity on the finish.

Production
The Vallets source only the best quality Chardonnay grapes from Auxey-Duresses in the Côte de Beaune. Traditional practices remain in both in the vineyard and cellar. Grapes are hand-harvested, no artificial yeasts are used and the wine is fermented and aged in barrel for at least 12 months with regular batonnage to stir the fine lees. The wine is racked a month before bottling.
Producer
Founded in 1864 by Pierre Bourée, Vallet Frères is now in the hands of the fourth generation of the family, Jean-Christophe Vallet. The family owns vineyards in Gevrey-Chambertin including the entire monopole of Clos de la Justice and in the Grand Cru of Charmes-Chambertin. Vallet Frères also act as a négociant sourcing the best grapes from growers in other parts of Burgundy, with whom it has worked closely for decades.
The wines it produces are complex, fine and authentic examples of Burgundian Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The Vallet family’s wines have been imported by Boutinot for over 40 years and are distributed to top independent wine merchants and Michelin-starred restaurants throughout the UK.
A Note on Sustainability
Vallet Frères is keen to work in an as environmentally friendly method as possible, using techniques such as regular maintenance of the soil by ploughing, applying the minimum of phytosanitary treatments and the controlling of vine vigour and yields through careful pruning. The Vallets tend their vines very traditionally and advancements in the vineyards have been limited: for example, only manure has been used as fertiliser for the last half a century which has encouraged wild asparagus to grow amongst the vines. Harvesting is manual, as the family is opposed to the use of mechanical techniques.
Specifications
| Year | 2022 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
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Alcohol content
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12% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Features | Vegan & Vegetarian |
| Food Matches | Auxey-Duresses goes extremely well with baked fish and poultry in creamy sauces or a classic herb omelette. |
| Origin | Burgundy |
| Appellation | AOP Auxey-duresses |
2021 Château Tirecul La Gravière, AOP Monbazillac (50cl) [Organic]
Regular price £29.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Make no mistake, we are in world class territory. Robert Parker compared the sweet wines of Tirecul as the most notable sweet wines from anywhere in the world.
Tasting Notes
Intense richness and bright acidity. Driven by orange peel marmalade and saffron aromatics.

Production
No one’s really sure why concentration comes from older vines, but here it is in evidence. 175g/l
Producer
Robert Parker compared the sweet wines of Tirecul as the most notable sweet wines from anywhere in the world. A lot is written about terroir, soil and microclimates. You often question how much of it is true, how do people know exactly why the wines work out the way they do? At Tirecul however, you can really see it in front of you. There aren’t many estates where you can see all the vineyard in one block. At the bottom of the hill it is too open, and the top of the hill it is too windy. It’s only in two little pockets that the fog sits to create the conditions for some truly phenomenal botrytis wines. It’s a bit of a Goldilocks site, all the quirks of nature are ‘just right’ (I haven’t tried any Tirecul in my porridge, but I am going to now).
90% of the 9ha vineyard is planted with an even split between Semillon and Muscadelle, the latter is a fascinating variety, often in the background but it can be the real star of the show. The balance is Sauvignon Blanc and the recently allowed Chenin. The exact blend of the sweet wines is unknown because the grapes are picked when they are showing the best elements of botrytis and fermented together. Bruno Bilancini has run the estate since the early 1990s, in the last few years has also produced very good dry white and red which are showing real promise.
Sustainability
Bruno Bilancini took over the estate in 1992, and has treated the environment with utmost respect since then. It was in 2009 that Chateau Tirecul started to convert to organics, with all wines beyond 2012 being certified as well as vegan.
Specifications
| Year | 2021 |
| Bottle Size | 500ml |
| Cultivar | 60% Semillon, 40% Muscadelle |
| Country | France |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 6.25units |
| Type | Dessert Wine |
| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Dietary Information | Vegan, Vegetarian, Sustainable farming |
| Food Matches |
Foie Gras and a clear conscience!
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| Appellation | Monbazillac AOC |
2022 Lurton Chateau Bonnet Sauvignon Blanc Semillion
Regular price £15.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Production
The process of winemaking is both an art and a science, meticulously detailed through each step. After the initial skin-contact and settling, the must undergoes fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, ideally between 18 to 20°C, to preserve the wine's delicate aromas and flavors. Omitting malolactic fermentation retains the wine's natural acidity, providing a fresher taste. The wine matures on lees for four months in tanks, enhancing its complexity, followed by a further two months in the bottle, resulting in a wine with a maturing potential of two to three years. This careful balance of conditions and time frames is crucial for developing the wine's character.
Producer
Lurton Family is one of the largest wine Dynasty in the world. Vignovles Andre Lurton is a family estate, established in the 1950's by Andre Lurton, and one of today's largest and morst important producer of the Bordeaux region. A visionary and force of nature, Andre Lurton founded the AOC Pessac- Leognan in 1987, pioneering its aromatic white wine style. Today both reds and whites from Pessac Leognan have earned a reputation for great value. Today one of his son's is leader of the company.
Specifications
| Year | 2022 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 85% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% Semillion |
| Country | France |
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Alcohol content
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13% ABV |
| Units of alcohol per bottle | 9.75 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Dietary Information | Vegan & Vegetarian Approved |
| Food Matches | Perfect wine as an appetizer, or to match with seafood / white meat |
| Appellation | AOC Entre-deux-Mers |
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2022 Domaine Les Vieux Murs Pouilly Fuisse
Regular price £29.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%A well-balanced elegant white Burgundy
Tasting Notes
This appellation is often overlooked, a crime! An intense mineral and citrus character with strong hints of complex nutty, buttery flavours. Very well balanced with crisp acidity and good texture, this is a concentrated yet elegant wine.

Production
The Fuissé region in the south of Burgundy is 250-300 metres above sea level. The soil there is predominatly argilo-calcareous. At Fussiacus the average vine age is 25 years so that the plants are in balance and at their peak of production. The techniques are those of organic farming albeit not certified. The harvest here is by hand.
This Pouilly Fuissé is produced in the traditional Burgundy style, with entirely manual grape harvesting. The grapes are gently pressed using a pneumatic press. The must is then fermented in French oak "Foudres" of 25 hectolitres using only natural yeast. The wine goes through malolactic fermentation in oak and is matured for a further 9 months.
Producer
Jean-Paul Paquet began to work the vines of Les Vieux Murs in 1978.
The Chardonnay grape thrives on the limestone and clay soils of the Mâconnais vineyards of Burgundy. At Domaine Les Vieux Murs the 30 to 50 year old vines are in perfect balance to produce fruit of optimum ripeness. Jean-Paul has now been joined by his son Yannick in the family business. Yannick has travelled widely to broaden his knowledge and is quickly earning himself a great reputation.
Specifications
| Year | 2022 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.1 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites & no other allergens |
| Serving Suggestion | Serve between 10°C and 12°C |
| Food Matches | Fantastic with fish starters, veal and white meats in cream sauces. |
| Features | Vegan & Vegetarian approved |
| Appellation | Mâconnais |
| Origin | Burgundy |
2021 Wildeberg White
Regular price £19.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Classic ancient vine Semillon selected from 2 small plots, the oldest planted in 1905. The fruit for the Wildeberg wines comes from the Franschhoek Valley only, hand-harvested, naturally-fermented and gently matured in our mountain barrel hall on the farm
Tasting Notes
Nose
Restrained, delicate aromas with bright citrus fruit offset by savoury, waxy notes.
Palate
The palate has an impactful attack of taut, stony, highly textural citrus tang and terrific mouthfeel. A subtle, beautifully balanced wine with layers of expression.

Production
Sourced from ancient, dry grown bush vines in the Franschhoek Valley in the south-eastern corner of the Cape’s Coastal Region. Franschhoek is amongst the oldest planted regions in the Cape, with Sémillon having been planted here in 1679 by French Huguenot settlers. Naturally-fermented in new and older oak at our Franschhoek farm, there is very little magic involved other than the fruit itself.
Producer
The Earth’s mantle thrusts up above the gentle town of Franschhoek, a wild slice of untamed mountain on which sits a farm named Wildeberg. An established wine region for some 350 years, sensible generations never thought to plant a vine here until a happy band of idealists recently craned their necks up at this hillside and, dizzy with hope, decided to give it a go. Franschhoek is on the very edge of the south-eastern corner of the Cape’s venerable Coastal Region, indeed Wildeberg’s property border runs over the top of the mountain where the Coastal Region gives way to the baboon-strewn road to Grabouw and the wider Western Cape.
The Wildeberg wines express the most captivating Franschhoek Valley fruit. In our Wildeberg Terroirs bottlings we look beyond our home to a clutch of exceptional sites of other origin.
A mountain rich in metaphor with the visual heft to flatter any wine, releases of Wildeberg and Terroirs express our continued purpose – exceptional wines of place, however humble the origin. If the abiding memory of our wines remains a textural sense of place then we are portraying the Cape as hoped.
Sustainability
Wildeberg is a 144ha wine farm set against the backdrop of the dramatic Franschhoek mountains, on the very edge of viticultural possibilities. To farm here you have to be in tune with nature, respecting the earth and the elements, creating wines which truly express the terroir with minimal intervention.
This special area is home to 4 endangered Fynbos species, and a key mission of Wildeberg is to conserve this vegetation type as they are critical to the biodiversity of the Western Cape. This work entails clearing invasive alien trees which can overwhelm the Fynbos and contribute to the threat of forest fires. Fynbos covered mountains like those at Wildeberg are thought to be responsible for delivering one glass of water in five in South Africa, due to the plants allowing up to 80% of rainwater to run off into rivers and reservoirs rather than being absorbed into the soil.
Water is precious in South Africa, and waste water from the winery passes through a natural wetland with indigenous reeds and plants before being pumped into our irrigation dam. We then use this water to irrigate the vines.
All Wildeberg wines are certified as part of South Africa’s sustainability accreditation, the ‘Integrated Production of Wine’ (IPW) system. The IPW scheme, started in 1998, consists of a set of audited guidelines specifying agricultural practices, manufacturing practices and bottling activities.
Wildeberg is also a proud member of the Cape’s Old Vine Project (OVP), which preserves blocks of vines which are 35 years and older. The project encourages producers to farm as close to nature as possible whilst raising awareness of the inherent potential of old vines to produce outstanding and expressive wines.
Specifications
| Year | 2021 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Semillion |
| Country | South Africa |
| Alcohol content | 13% alcohol |
| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.75 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Features | Vegetarian & Vegan |
| Dietary Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Food Matches | Ideal with delicate fish dishes, fresh oysters and prawns. |
| Appellation | WO Franschoeck |
2016 Lurton Chateau Bonnet Reserve Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon (Magnum)
Regular price £45.99 Sale price £36.79 Save 20%
Thanks to expressive fruit – but without excessive concentration – Château Bonnet's red wine is unquestionably charming. In fact, it is a benchmark in Bordeaux. The wine is best enjoyed on the young side, although the quality tannin ensures good ageing for several year. With its fresh red cherry notes, this wine makes a great pairing for grilled meats and cheese platters.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Deep ruby-red color scattered with purple highlights.
Nose
The nose is very attractive and fruity, revealing a delicious array of fresh fruit notes (cherry), underpinned by subtle hints of spice.
Palate
This beautiful Bonnet starts out straightforward on the palate, becoming very round, delicious and sweet. Fresh red fruit aromas (cherry) follow through to the palate.

Production
Grapes come from clay-limestone hilltop vineyards of Grézillac in the Entre-deux-Mers. Aged 12 months in 20% new oak barrels.
Specifications
| Year | 2016 |
| Bottle Size | 1.5L (Magnum) |
| Cultivar | 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Country | France |
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Alcohol content
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13% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 19.5 units |
| Type | Red Blend |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Food Matches |
Nuanced and developed wines go well with rustic meat dishes. You can also pair them with cheese or enjoy them on their own. Try with reindeer steak, entrecôte or hard, aged cheeses, such as Gouda, Parmesan or Manchego. |
| Origin | Grézillac in the Entre-deux-Mers |
| Appellation |
Bordeaux
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Castel del Lupo Pinot Noir Brut N/V
Regular price £16.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%This appealing north Italian organic sparkler, produced from 100% Pinot Noir, has layers of honeyed fruit and toasty character.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Aromas of lemon and brioche with lightly toasty notes.
Palate
The palate is fresh and dry, with citrus and apple characters balanced by crisp acidity. The wine has a fine and persistent mousse with honeyed fruit on the long finish.

Production
Produced from a selection of estate-grown grapes in Casteggio and Calvignano - where the Pinot Noir vines are planted on south-westerly facing hillside sites (around 300m altitude), in chalky clay soils. The wine is then produced according to the Charmat method, with second fermentation in tank.
Producer
Castel del Lupo, in the heart of Oltrepò Pavese, dates back centuries - and includes the eighteenth-century Palazzo Pegazzera. In 1974 three entrepreneurs took over this historic estate and began a regeneration process. Giovanni Doglio, whose father and grandfather were both Piemontese winemakers, has over 40 years of experience managing wineries. Recently joined by his daughter Federica, he has worked tirelessly to develop the estate. They have purchased more vineyards (to cover 100ha at around 300m altitude), planted new vines and built a new cellar. The vineyards are now certified organic. The winery's main focus is high-quality bottle-fermented sparkling wine, and much of the vineyard is planted with Pinot Noir for this purpose. However, these vines are also the source of fine still red wines.
A Note on Sustainability
Led by Giovanni Doglio since 1974, the team at Castel del Lupo is very keen to honour the long heritage of its estate which existed even before its inclusion on a map of the region in 1301. All of Castel del Lupos grapes are estate grown and the 100-hectare property is now fully certified organic to maintain the integrity of the environment, the ecosystem and soil fertility without resorting to artificial substances at any stage of the production processes.
Specifications
| Year | NV |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Country | Italy |
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Alcohol content
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12% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9 units |
| Type | Fizz |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Dietary Information |
Vegan, Vegetarian, Sustainable, Organic
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| Food Matches | A great match with rich pasta dishes and middle aged cheeses. |
| Origin | Lombardy, Italy |
| Appellation | DOP Pinot Nero Dell'ltrepò Pavese |
2020/21 Vina Ambrosia Vina Unica Chardonnay
Regular price £22.99 Sale price £19.99 Save 13%It is a classic modern Chardonnay style, with elegant oak use, and delicate integration and balance. A premium, cool-climate, high-altitude Argentinian Chardonnay.
Tasting Notes
It is a classic modern Chardonnay style, with elegant oak use, and delicate integration and balance. On the nose shows a rather shy personality, with crunch red apple and lemon notes and a subtle smoky and white pepper hint. It is creamily textured on the palate and opens up generously with many layers of apple, pear, and spices. Its very bright acidity makes up for a great Chardonnay expression.

Vintage
Higher and well-distributed rainfall throughout the season was welcomed in 20/21 season after previous years of droughts, yet a hail storm hit hard on our Finca, and our production in volume was reduced significantly. An intensely hot summer was followed by temperatures cooling off slightly just before harvest, allowing the grapes to reach beneficial sugar levels, generous flavour concentration, and a beautifully textured structure. Rains were more intense than average but very well distributed throughout the seasons, providing sufficient water for the vines while keeping moderate yields and excellent health.
History
It was the year 2002 when a group of friends decided to invest in Argentina. They knew little about wine production, but all were passionate wine lovers and excited about the vision of bringing Argentine wines to the world stage. They bought the land that would become Finca Ambrosia and set about turning their idea into reality. At this time, the Gualtallary district began to attract the interest of wine producers, primarily because of its outstanding soil and climate characteristics. Encouraged by the positive forecasts, the friends bought 3 more plots over the years, from which the current winery emerged. Today, Gualtallary is considered the best terroir for producing premium wines in the province of Mendoza.
Specifications
| Year | 2021 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Argentina |
| Alcohol content | 13.5 % abv |
| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.9 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Aging | 9 months in oak, used barrels and foudres and 50% of the wine is kept in stainless steel vats |
| Dietary Information | Organic, Sustainable |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Origin | Gualtallary, Uco Valley |
| Appellation | Mendoza |
2024 Vila Nova Vinho Verde Rosé
Regular price £11.49 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%
This is a pretty, soft and fruity Vinho Verde rosé made from the local Espadeiro grape.
Tasting Notes
Fresh red berries on the nose, the palate has delicate wild strawberry and zesty redcurrant fruit, off-dry with a soft and appealing finish.

Production
Produced from the red Espadeiro grape which is cultivated here in Vinho Verde (also found in Galicia, northern Spain). The must undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel.
Producer
Casa de Vila Nova is owned by the Lencastre family, of aristocratic Portuguese lineage (one of their ancestors became the first Baron of Varzea do Douro in the 1800s). This land has been in their family since the 12th century - the ivy-clad tower that still remains from that time is now surrounded by Vila Nova (new house) that was built in the 1700s, and the property was gradually extended over the centuries.
The estate is near the town of Penafiel, close to the eastern border of Portugal's Vinho Verde wine region, around a 30-minute drive east from Oporto. In the late 1970s the family planted vines over 12 hectares - mainly local Portuguese varieties. In 2008 Bernardo Lencastre and his brothers took over the running of the property, revitalised the vineyards, and began making vinho verde and bottling their own wines - the first generation to do so. They now have around 42 hectares of vineyard.
Here, in the Entre-Douro-e-Minho sub-region of Sousa, their vineyards are influenced by winds from the Atlantic Ocean - creating the perfect climate to ripen varieties such as Avesso, Loureiro and Alvarinho.
Specifications
| Year | 2024 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Espadeiro |
| Country | Portugal |
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Alcohol content
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11.5% alc vol
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| Units of alcohol per bottle | 8.63 units |
| Type | Rose |
| Allergy Information | Contains sulphites |
| Dietary Information | Vegan & Vegetarian Approved |
| Food Matching |
Perfect with simple pasta dishes, salads and white meats.
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| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Origin | Vinho Verde |
| Appellation | DOC Vino Verde |
2023 Vallet Frères Marsannay Blanc
Regular price £26.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Marsannay is described as 'the Golden Gate' to the Côte de Nuits and this is a classic example from Vallet Frères.
Tasting Notes
Soft creamy oak notes on the distinctive Vallet nose. Lemons and hints of cloves and vanilla follow with surprisingly but pleasantly taught and savoury notes; the lemon zings through and the acidity is well judged.

Production
Traditional practices have remained relatively unchanged both in the vineyard and cellar since Vallet-Frères formation in 1864. Very low yields are controlled by strict pruning practices. Limestone/clay soils are ploughed, and the grapes are hand harvested. Rigorous grape selection and no destemming (Vallet, like Domaine de la Romanee-Conti are just one of a number of producers who still favour this technique). Grapes undergo immediate pneumatic pressing (to avoid oxidization) and fermentation in oak barrels with "batonnage" every day. Barrels are rolled to gently combine the lees and wine. After 14-16 months in cask the wine is bottled following a light filtration.
Alan's Personal Tasting Notes
"Well well - this was a pleasant surprise! To be honest - I wasn’t expecting too much from this 12 YO burgundy from a very traditional producer - but it’s delicious. Initial high toast aromas (signifying new oak) prevailed but soon gave way to a lovely rich creaminess. The fruit has a lovely savoury element to it and the still high lemony acidity keeps it fresh. Worked perfectly with my fabulous wife’s bacon & tomato risotto. The wine also evolved well in the glass through a little oxidation and developed very well with time. A 2011 vintage could easily have been over the hill but this is still fresh, vibrant and very together - and will still improve in bottle for another 2-5 years." Tasted July 2023.
Specifications
| Year | 2023 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Alcohol content | 13% alcohol |
| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.75 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Cellaring Potential | 2025-2028 |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Dietary Information | Vegetarian & Vegan approved |
| Food Matches | Of course match with classic Burgundian chicken dishes, such as Poulet de Gaston Gerard (plump chicken in a mustard sauce), but this Marsannay can be matched to sushi when drunk young, and the lemony notes would suit a grilled sea bass. If you decide to cellar it, then try with a regional cheese such as Epoisses. |
| Origin | Marsannay |
| Appellation | Burgundy |
2018 Rioja Ontanon Crianza (375ml Half Bottle)
Regular price £8.49 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Ontañón's Crianza is a benchmark for this style of red - richly fruited, warm oak spice, fresh balancing acidity and smooth tannins.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Ripe aromas of black fruit with warm wood spice.
Palate
Cherry and plum fruit on the palate with fresh acidity and smooth balancing tannins. Classic, approachable and satisfying.

History
Produced from 40-year-old vines grown on the slopes of the Sierra Yergas, just south of the River Ebro in Rioja Baja. The wine is produced predominantly from Tempranillo grown in the La Montesa vineyard, blended with 10% Garnacha from Siete Caminos to add aroma and body. Following a long maceration period, the wine spends 12 months in 60% American and 40% French oak barrels (both used and new). This is followed by a further 12 months in bottle prior to release.
Specifications
| Year | 2018 |
| Bottle Size | 375ml |
| Cultivar | Tempranillo 90%, Garnacha 10% |
| Country | Rioja Spain |
| Alcohol content | 14% |
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Units of Alcohol per Bottle
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5.25 units |
| Type | Red Wine |
| Food Matches | Roast Chicken, Pork and Game |
| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Origin | Rioja Baja |
2019 Mac Forbes Woori Yallock ‘Ferguson Vineyard’ Chardonnay
Regular price £49.50 Sale price £36.50 Save 26%Woori Yallock has gained cult status for Mac and its not hard to see why.
Only 1,500 bottles produced
Tasting Notes
This is not about fruit, but about structure, with lemon pith, rock salts, pear skin running the taut, vibrant palate, to a humming and saline finish. Very much in youth, this is powerful now, just starting to reveal itself, and will certainly continue to impress over the coming years in your cellar.
The Wine
This is arguably the finest Chardonnay to ever be produced by the hands of Mac Forbes. The Woori Yallock vineyard is Mac's baby. Planted in 1995, the 'School House Block is owned by the Ferguson family. Mac has been working the vineyard since 2012 and the resultant wines have been spectacular. This is a Chardonnay with amazing intensity. It's wound tight but has a glorious generosity of fruit. Oak sits firmly in the background, Mac allowing the site to shine in the glass.
The Vineyard
Sitting behind the Waramate hills, this area encompasses both red volcanic and grey loam soils making it slightly more complicated to pinpoint a clear identity of this subregion. The undulating hills provide protection from the drier winds, the rainfall is slightly higher and the perfume, weight and structure appears more dense and effortless, pulling through seamlessly to the back palate.
De-stemmed and crushed before pressing, partial malo 10 months in old oak, indigenous, no fining, sterile filtration.
About Mac Forbes
If you love premium and artisanal Australian wine, Mac Forbes is a name you need to know. He’s not only one of the country’s most talented winemakers, but he’s one of the most influential spokesmen for promoting the concept of Australian ‘terroir’, believing that wine should represent a time and a place.
Mac specialises in single vineyard Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet from the Yarra Valley. His wines are delicate and finely etched, characterised by subtlety and grace.
His Pinot Noirs are fine-boned, Chardonnays are loved by those who look for fruit purity rather than winemaking artifice in the variety, his array of off-dry Rieslings from the Strathbogie Ranges are some of the country's most unique.
And his ever-expanding range of experimental wines is a treasure-trove for the curious drinker and he is honestly one of the most genuine and affable winemakers you'll ever meet!
Specifications
| Year | 2019 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Australia |
| Alcohol content | 11.5% alc vol |
| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 8.63 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Cellaring Potential |
Drink 2022 until 2030 We recommend decanting this wine prior to serving. (10-15 degrees) |
| Maturation |
De-stemmed & crushed before pressing. 10 months in old oak. - not very noticeable |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Origin | Woori Yallock, Yarra Valley |
| Appellation | Victoria |
2021 Doña Paula Altitude Series 969
Regular price £23.59 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Its name derives from the average height of the selected parcels for this Blend.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Petit Verdot, Bonarda and Malbec compose this wine that has an intense violet color with black tint.
Nose
In the nose, Petit Verdot brings aromas of blueberries and jasmine while Bonarda adds intense aromas of blackberries and raspberries.
Palate
It stands out for its firm tannins and good volume in the mouth, Malbec offers an attractive structure and a long finish. 
Vineyards
In our Finca El Alto in Ugarteche, Luján de Cuyo, we chose the stoniest plots that have the presence of Calcium carbonate, to plant the Petit Verdot at 1030 meters above sea level. In the lowest part of the same vineyard, at about 908 meters of height we have Bonarda, it has the most clay dominate soil with gravel and pebbles. The yield per hectare is 7 to 10 tons, and the irrigation is by drip. The climate of this is farm characterized by its warm days and cool nights, with a thermal amplitude of 14 ° C and an average annual rainfall of 250 mm. The training system used is double cordon. At Doña Paula we have always managed our vineyards with sustainable farming practices.
Vinification
The harvest begins with Malbec at the end of March, then the Petit Verdot in the first week of April and Bonarda in the middle of the same month. A manual harvest and a destemming without breaking grains is carried out. Traditional elaboration of each variety is carried out separately we call it of minimal intervention in cement eggs. After the alcoholic fermentation, the blend is made to begin the short aging in the same cement egg and immediately after malolactic fermentation has finished, the wine is bottled to keep the fruity and floral aromas in their freshest possible state.
Awards
- 91 points - Robert Parker
- 92 points - Tim Atkins Argentia Report
Specifications
| Year | 2021 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar |
55% Petit Verdot, 40% Bonarda, 5% Malbec. |
| Country | Argentina |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.5 units |
| Type | Red Wine |
| Suggested Serving Temp | Between 15°C and 18°C. |
| Food Matches | Perfect to enjoy special dishes, such as a rack of lamb with sautéed mushrooms, or a rib-eye steak with quinoa risotto. |
| Dietary Information | Gluten-Free, Vegan and Vegetarian approved |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Appellation |
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2023 Pierre Bourée Puligny-Montrachet
Regular price £60.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Classic White Burgundy
Tasting Notes
A complex wine with lovely toasty notes and aromas of hazelnuts and savoury buttery characters. The palate has more lovely toasty complexity, hazelnuts and cooking apples. This wine is still fresh balanced with tight, nutty acidic structure and good length.

Method of Production
Vines grow on limestone/clay soils at a very low density (vines are pruned to 7 buds per cane). Hand-picked grapes and no destemming; immediate pneumatic pressing and fermentation in oak barrels with batonnage every day; bottled after 15 months.
Producer
In the latter years of the nineteenth century, Pierre Bourée took over a wine business in Gevrey-Chambertin and gave it his name. In 1922, his son, Bernard, succeeded him and renamed the house as Pierre Bourée Fils. In 1945, Bernard Bourée began to train his nephew, Louis Vallet, who eventually became director of the house, assisted by his brother, François. Together, they expanded the cellars and the winery, and developed the business outside Europe. As well as putting their own unique stamp upon the business, each successive generation added to the house's vineyard holdings. Today, Bernard and Jean-Christophe Vallet run the house alongside their sons, Pierre and Louis Henry.
This winery represents everything that we are proud to be associated with: attention to detail, careful selection of the best grapes, and above all a passion for making superb wines. All Pierre Bourée wines are vinified in their cuverie in Chambolle-Musigny, and are then matured in their cellars at Gevrey-Chambertin.
A Note on Sustainability
Pierre Bourée et Fils is keen to work in an as environmentally friendly method as possible, using techniques such as regular maintenance of the soil by ploughing, applying the minimum of phytosanitary treatments and the controlling of vine vigour and yields through careful pruning. The Vallets tend their vines very traditionally and advancements in the vineyards have been limited: for example, only manure has been used as fertiliser for the last half a century which has encouraged wild asparagus to grow amongst the vines. Harvesting is manual, as the family is opposed to the use of mechanical techniques.
Specifications
| Year | 2023 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Alcohol content | 13% alc vol |
| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.8 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Features | Vegan & Vegetarian |
| Food Matches | Seafood, fish, poultry and cheeses |
| Origin | Burgundy |
| Appellation | Puligny-Montrachet |
2017 Sepp Moser Pinot Blanc Trockenbeerenauslese
Regular price £35.99 Sale price £24.99 Save 31%Delightful dessert wine from one of Sepp Moser's best single vineyards.
Tasting Notes
Aromas of honey and stone fruit. The palate is opulent with exotic fruit characters balanced by fresh, bright acidity and a lengthy finish.

Production
Pinot Blanc grapes are sourced from the 3 hectare single vineyard of Fuchsenloch. Considered one of Apetlon's best vineyards, the black gravelly soils here are planted with Pinot Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Scheurebe (Sämling 88). The grapes are crushed and destemmed, with immediate pressing. Spontaneous fermentation takes place in old oak barrels.
Producer
The Sepp Moser Estate was founded by the famous Austrian wine producing pioneer, Lenz Moser. Lenz Moser's son, Sepp Moser, began operating under his own name in 1987 and handed over the direction of this family-owned estate to his own son Nikolaus in the year 2000.
The Sepp Moser Estate comprises of 50 acres of vineyards in two prominent wine regions; Kremstal (22 ha) and Neusiedlersee (28 ha). In the Kremstal, Nikolaus produces an international range of varieties as well as the ever more important local varieties of Gruner Veltliner and Riesling. The reds are produced on the gravelly soils of the warm southern Neusiederslee village of Apetlon. All Sepp Moser wines have been organic (and all estate wines biodynamic) since 2007.
Sustainability
The Sepp Moser estate produces a wide range of wines every year thanks to its vineyards in two diverse regions. There is one main aim in the cellar: the quality of the grapes shall be brought with as little influence as possible to the bottle. The grapes in the Sepp Moser vineyards are harvested by hand and at the cellar of the Atrium House Nikolaus Moser emphasizes gentle vinification and tries to interfere as little as possible with the process so that each wine can develop its own individual style. The fermentation starts spontaneously, and the maturing of the wine takes place on its own.
In 2006, Nikolaus officially moved the estate to biodynamic viticulture – one of the first to do so in Austria – and became Demeter certified. 2009 saw the release of Sepp Moser’s first certified organic wines. Nikolaus is very keen to reduce the amount of copper and sulphur used in the vineyards, and this year saw a reduction of two thirds over what was sprayed previously. He composts all the estates' pomace and vine trimmings, and there is an ongoing effort to plant trees around the vineyards.
Specifications
| Year | 2017 |
| Bottle Size | 375ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Pinot Blanc |
| Country | Austria |
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Alcohol content
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11% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 8.25 units |
| Type | Dessert & Fortified Wine |
| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Features | Vegetarian, Vegan, Biodynamic, Sustainable |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Food Matches | Partner with desserts such as crêpes. |
| Origin | Burgenland |
| Appellation | Apetlon, Burgenland |
2010 Mac Forbes RS20 Medium Riesling
Regular price £30.00 Sale price £22.99 Save 23%Rare museum release of Tasmanian Riesling from the Mac Forbes cellar. This is a glorious wine drinking right at its peak! It's not often that you come across Australian Riesling with this amount of bottle age but when you do, you should jump at the chance.
Tasting Notes
Mac has chosen not to provide traditional tasting notes for any of his wines. His aim is that his wines hopefully capture vineyard life and vitality. As such the wines are constantly evolving. He believes that the only tasting notes that matter are yours!
It's a Riesling crafted in 2010 from Tasmania. It's off-dry in style with just 20 grams/litre of residual sugar. The balance as a young wine must have been spot on because it's in a magic spot at the moment.
The intense acidity this showed as a young wine has softened, the fruit has blossomed in the bottle, it's honeyed and absolutely at its drinking peak right now.
About Mac Forbes
If you love premium and artisanal Australian wine, Mac Forbes is a name you need to know. He’s not only one of the country’s most talented winemakers, but he’s one of the most influential spokesmen for promoting the concept of Australian ‘terroir’, believing that wine should represent a time and a place.
Mac specialises in single-vineyard Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet from the Yarra Valley. His wines are delicate and finely etched, characterised by subtlety and grace.
His Pinot Noirs are fine-boned, Chardonnays are loved by those who look for fruit purity rather than winemaking artifice in the variety, his array of off-dry Rieslings from the Strathbogie Ranges are some of the country's most unique.
And his ever-expanding range of experimental wines is a treasure-trove for the curious drinker and he is honestly one of the most genuine and affable winemakers you'll ever meet!
Specifications
| Year | 2010 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Riesling |
| Country | Australia |
| Alcohol content | 9.5 % alc vol |
| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 7.13 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Cellaring Potential | Now until 2022 |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Origin | Tasmania |
| Appellation | Tasmania |
2022 Zephyr Organic Sauvignon Blanc
Regular price £20.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Crisp, aromatic and organically alive — Zephyr Sauvignon Blanc
Tasting Notes
Bright, tangy and bursting with Marlborough freshness. Aromas of green apple, nettle, lemongrass and a touch of juniper lead into a medium‑bodied palate with sharp, lively acidity. A flinty, mineral edge adds tension and drive, finishing clean and refreshing.

Producer
Established in 1985, the Glover Family Vineyards have inspired the family’s
passion for wine. This family-owned Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
expresses the ethereal, aromatic, and structural flair of the Dillons Point
Sub-Region in Marlborough, New Zealand.
10 years after launching the wine brand Zephyr, Ben and his wife Susie have
transitioned 17Ha of the family vineyard to organic farming practices. By carrying the bio-bro certified organic logo - we are continuing Zephyr’s journey to express the true flavours of our family farm, while having an emphasis on wine growing through soil health, biodiversity, regenerative farming, and ultimately mindful consumption.
Production
Crafted from organically farmed vineyards in Marlborough’s Dillon’s Point, where cool coastal breezes and long sunshine hours shape intensely aromatic fruit. The grapes are harvested in the cool of night to preserve freshness, then gently pressed to protect purity and aromatics. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel using selected yeasts to enhance vibrancy, with a small portion matured on fine lees to add texture and subtle complexity. The result is a Sauvignon Blanc that balances bright, zesty fruit with a clean, mineral‑driven profile.
Specifications
| Year | 2022 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Country | New Zealand |
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Alcohol content
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13% alc vol
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| Units of alcohol per bottle | 9.75 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Cellaring Potential | 10 years |
| Features | Organic, Vegan and Vegetarian |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Food Matches | Perfect for complimenting a variety of seafood dishes. |
| Origin | New Zealand |
| Appellation | Marlborough |
2023 Pierre Chainier Muscadet
Regular price £11.79 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Entry-level Muscadet with good typicity; fresh and saline.
Tasting Notes
Delicate citrus and stone on the nose. The palate is bright and fresh, full of more citrus with a mineral streak and a hint of salinity.

Production
Sourced from a small number of growers in Muscadet with whom Francois Chainier has developed long-term relationships. The wine is blended by Francois to ensure a consistent style and quality for each vintage.
Producer
Formed in 1973, Pierre Chainier is both a négociant and the owner of some 250 hectares of vines in the heart of Touraine, from which it sources classic Loire varieties. Its eight Touraine estates include Domaine de la Bruyère in the newly established appellation of Touraine-Chenonceaux. Conversely, Clos de Nouys, its 25 acre Vouvray estate, is one of the oldest in the appellation. Here, vines average 35 years of age in vineyards that were already listed amongst the best sites on geological maps dating from 1907.
Sustainability
For both its négociant arm and its own vineyards, Pierre Chainier seamlessly blends the principles of reasoned agriculture with the most modern winemaking techniques. It encourages sustainable development and official certification for its growers, it uses sugar cane-derived biodegradable “corks”, and it has a comprehensive waste recycling programme. Lighting is changed to LED and they are currently calculating their carbon footprint.
Specifications
| Year | 2023 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | Melon de Bourgogne 100% |
| Country | France |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.1 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Food Matches |
Fish and seafood
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| Origin | Loire |
| Appellation | AOP Touraine |
Lustau Emilin Moscatel Solera Familiar
Regular price £34.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%Emilín: where Moscatel’s natural sweetness meets Lustau’s timeless craft.
100% Moscatel from Lustau’s vineyard “Las Cruces” in Chipiona. Aged for 8 years in Jerez de la Frontera.
Tasting Notes
Dark mahogany color with a iodine rim. Intense floral and citric aromas, showing Moscatel varietal at its best. Smooth and rich on the palate, reminiscent of dried fruits and spices. This wine has great length and sweetness, yet balanced by its natural acidity.

Producers
Accolades
- 2019 IWSC Silver Award Winner
Specifications
| Year | Non Vintage |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | Moscatel |
| Country | Spain |
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Alcohol content
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17% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 8.5 units |
| Type | Fortified Wine - Dry Sherry |
| Dietary Information | Vegan & Vegetarian |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Food Matches |
Serve at 10 – 12ºC. /50 - 54ºF/ Serve as a dessert wine. Perfect with citrus flavored and egg-based desserts or rich fruit cakes.
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| Origin | Cadiz, Andalucia |
| Appellation |
DO Manzanilla Sanlúcar de Barrameda |
2020 Mabis, Biscardo Neropasso (Gift Packed Magnum)2020 Mabis, Biscardo Neropasso (Gift Packed Magnum)
Regular price £33.99 Sale price £27.19 Save 20%Succulent dark fruit and spice, wrapped in silky elegance—Neropasso at its finest
Tasting Notes
Intense ruby red turning to garnet with ageing. Bouquet is spicy with hints of cherry, black cherry and plum compote. fine and velvety palate, persistent, with soft tannins at the end.

Production
The soil for this wine vary considerably, adding to the complexity of the wine. Brown and red soil on silts, loam rocks formed from the Cretaceous period, compact red soil on basalt and compact red soil on Eocene limestone. Each valley gives different qualities to the wine, although there is always a high calcareous concentration, with lots of big stones in the first half metre of the ground.
Ripe and healthy grapes are selected at the time of the hand picking. The thinnest bunches are chosen, with the berries not too close one to another, so that the air can circulate. The grapes are laid out in large perforated plastic boxes, to ensure excellent ventilation. The boxes are stacked in the fruttaio, a large airy room and the grapes are periodically monitored so that the Appassimento process takes place. A selection of the grapes are slightly wilted before the soft pressing. The wine is then aged partly in steel tanks and partly in Tonneaux.
Producer
The Biscardo Family have been making wine from their base in Soave for over 150 years and are currently led by brothers Maurizio and Martino.
During the course of Maurizio's long and illustrious career, he has consulted for well known wineries around Italy and in doing so he came across the vineyards for their Puglian wines. Both the Pugliese and Veneto wines are characterised by an irresistible drinkability, aromatic purity and exceptional value for money.
Specifications
| Year | 2020 |
| Bottle Size | 1.5l |
| Cultivar |
Corvinone 40%,, Corvina 30%, Others 30% |
| Country | Italy |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.75 units |
| Type | Red Wine |
| Cellaring Potential | For immediate enjoyment |
| Features | Vegetarian & Vegan |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Food Matches |
Recommended with Pasta, white and red meats, fresh and aged cheeses. |
| Origin | Veneto, Italy |
| Appellation | DOC Veneto |
Domaine Gilles Gaudron, Vouvray Brut, Blanc de Chenin
Regular price £23.99 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%, Gilles Gaudron produces top quality, traditional Vouvrays with pure a fruit character and a striking expression of terroir
Tasting Notes
This sparkling Chenin Blanc has a pale yellow hue with fine, persistent bubbles. The nose offers attractive aromas of brioche, green apple, linden (tilleul) blossom, and a hint of flint. On the palate, it is fresh and mineral-driven, with crisp acidity and a persistent, clean finish .

Producer
Fourth generation Gilles took over the family domaine in 1993.
Composed of 50 separate small parcels of vineyard, the estate is planted on limestone-clay soils spread over 27ha. Still aided by his father Sylvain, Gilles Gaudron produces top quality, traditional Vouvrays with pure a fruit character and a striking expression of terroir.
Production
Third generation Gilles took over the family Domaine in 1993, which is composed of 50 little parcels of vineyards planted on limestone-clay soils spread over 24 hectares. Produced from a blend of 5 to 25 year old Chenin vines. Gently pressed pneumatically, the juice is decanted for up to 24 hours. After a month of cool fermentation (peaking at around 16 °C) using indigenous yeasts, the base wine is bottled and undergoes a traditional second fermentation in the bottle. It then matures on the lees for a minimum of 18 months, followed by riddling and disgorgement. The wine is then matured in bottle for a further 3 months before release.
Specifications
| Year | NV |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Chenin Blanc |
| Country | France |
| Alcohol content | 12% |
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Units of Alcohol per Bottle
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9 units |
| Type | Fizz/Sparkling |
| Food matches | A refined apéritif or alongside light canapés, seafood, fresh oysters, and soft cheeses. |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites, Vegetarian, Vegan |
| Origin | Touraine |
| Appellation
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Loire |
Portal da Calcada Cuvee Prestige Espumante Brut Vinho Verde NV
Regular price £12.29 Save Liquid error (snippets/product-template line 117): Computation results in '-Infinity'%A vibrant, elegant sparkling wine which is a delightful aperitif or companion to summer fare!
Tasting Notes
Lemon coloured with a fine and persistent effervescence. Fresh and intense aroma, combining floral and citrus nuances with a slight and soft smoked mineral note. It is fresh in the mouth with a creamy and delicate mousse.

Production
From the grape varieties of Loureiro and Arinto that were gently destemmed and pressed. The extracted juice was decanted statically and fermented in stainless steel vats. Following this, a further fermentation in tank gives the wines its elegant bubbles.
Producer
Founded in 1917 in the Vinho Verde region, Calçada Wines is one of the oldest producers in the region focused especially on the production of still white and rosé wines and sparkling wines and is now the 3rd generation of the family to lead the business. In addition to producing high quality wines, Calçada brand is also synonymous with the art of hospitality - Casa da Calçada is a XVI palace converted into a luxurious hotel - it is a reference in hospitality and within the property we still proudly have what is considered the oldest vineyard in the region.
Specifications
| Year | NV |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | Loureiro, Arinto |
| Country | Portugal |
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Alcohol content
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12.5% alc vol
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| Units of alcohol per bottle | 9.4 units |
| Type | White Blend, Fizz |
| Allergy Information | Contains sulphites |
| Dietary Information | Vegan & Vegetarian Approved |
| Food Matching | It goes well with grilled fish and seafood dishes, poultry meat dishes. Or simply delicious on its own! |
| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Origin | Vinho Verde |
| Appellation | DOC Vino Verde |
2021 White wine Lerici Beykush
Regular price £39.99 Sale price £29.99 Save 25%A striking Ukrainian white wine!
Tasting Notes
A structured palate with pears in honey, apples, almonds in caramel, floral and spices. Full bodied which finishes with a clean lingering freshness.

Specifications
| Year | 2021 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Timorasso |
| Country | Ukraine |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.1 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Features | Vegetarian, Vegan, |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Food Matches | Delicious with with grilled seafood, white meats, risotto and creamy pasta dishes. |
| Origin | Ukraine |
| Appellation | Northern Black Sea |
2021 Jean Becker Alsace Gewürztraminer
Regular price £24.99 Sale price £19.99 Save 20%A true ambassador of Alsace wines!
Tasting Notes
Aromas of fruit (quince, grapefruit, melon, lychee), floral (acacia, rose) and spices (cinnamon).

Production
Manual harvest. Sorting in the vineyard. Direct pressing of whole grapes. No sulphur under the press. Natural sourdough. Ageing on fine lees for 6-9 months.
Filtration.
Producer
Committed to organic viticulture that respects the living, we seek through our wines to express with finesse the richness and complexity of our terroirs.
It is on the small hill of the village of Zellenberg that the Jean Becker estate has been making renowned wines for more than 400 years.
Established in Zellenberg since 1610, the Becker family is one of the oldest families in the Alsatian vineyards. The work of the vine is passed on with respect for previous and future generations.
Around 1980, aware of the richness and fragility of their exceptional wine heritage, Martine, Jean-Philippe and Jean-François took the step towards sustainable and reasoned agriculture.
In 1999, convinced of the importance of their efforts for the vine, the wine and the living, they decided to convert the entire farm to organic farming, despite the warnings of many colleagues.
Since then, exalted by the idea of progress, the siblings have continued to take on new challenges in the vineyard as well as in the cellar. Today, our practices are bringing us closer and closer to those of biodynamics. We are experimenting with new winemaking techniques in order to contribute to the provision of a new look at the wines of Alsace.
Specifications
| Year | 2021 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Gewürztraminer |
| Country | France |
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Alcohol content
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14.5% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.9 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Cellaring Potential | 7-12 years |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Dietary Information | Vegan, Vegetarian, |
| Food Matches | A wine used as an aperitif and dessert, Gewurztraminer is a perfect accompaniment to foie gras, strong cheeses such as blue cheese, Fourme d'Amber, Munster and Roquefort. Also goes well with spicy cuisines and desserts that are not too sweet. Its structure is powerful, fat, round and slightly mellow. |
| Origin |
Alsace, France
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