90 Points - Guia Penin.  The Alvear 3 Miradas Vino de Pueblo 2018 is a striking example of Montilla-Moriles’ new wave. Made entirely from old-vine Pedro Ximénez grown on the region’s chalk-rich albariza soils, it’s fermented in traditional tinajas and aged briefly under flor. This is Alvear showing a lighter touch — a beautifully textural, dry white that captures both the heritage and the energy of the region today. Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Guia Penin (2018 Vintage) Taste Bright, lifted an

95 Points - Robert Parker. Capitel is the flagship wine from the magnificent Ossian Vides y Vinos, arguably Spain’s greatest white wine producer. The Capitel is made from the estate’s oldest vines, some of which are believed to be 200 years old, from a tiny, organically farmed plot at Peña Aguda, in Nieva.  Over the years, the roots have penetrated the slate sheets beneath the surface and extracted a rich mineral strength from them.  This packs the tiny berries with concentration and complexity.

97 Points - Guia Penin. A world-class Ribera del Duero that balances power with precision, Cuesta de las Liebres 2020 is a monumental Tempranillo. Intense yet refined, it marries black fruit, spice and minerality with effortless grace. Vivino Rating: 4.5 (Oct 2025) Wine Press Ratings 97 Points - Guia Penin (2020 Vintage) "Style: defined aromas, taut. Color: cherry, garnet rim. Aroma: balanced, complex, ripe fruit, spicy, earthy notes, mineral. Flavour: good structure, flavourful, round tannins,

Old vines and limestone soils give this Pouilly-Fuissé its depth and precision. Girardin captures the richness of the 2022 vintage without losing the region’s trademark freshness. It’s poised, elegant and unmistakably Burgundian — Chardonnay with real clarity and finesse. Taste Winemakers tasting note: A delicate and distinguished wine, green-gold in colour. The local soils favour harmonious development of the Chardonnay aromas with notes of hazelnut, toasted almond and mineral notes. About th

Bright, crisp and wonderfully pure, Sylvain Mosnier’s Petit Chablis 2024 captures everything you want from young Chablis. Zesty citrus, green apple and a touch of minerality glide through a clean, mouth-watering finish. Made from old-vine Chardonnay grown on the limestone slopes above Chablis, this is a brilliant example of Mosnier’s precision and finesse – vibrant now, and perfect with seafood or soft cheeses. Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Gilbert et Gaillard | Double Gold Medal (2022 Vintage)

From vineyards on the left bank of the Loire, Xavier Frissant’s Touraine Sauvignon Blanc 2024 shows just how much character this corner of the valley can deliver. Farmed sustainably and now in organic conversion, the estate’s flint and clay soils bring both energy and depth to the wine. It’s a vibrant, finely balanced Sauvignon Blanc that captures the freshness of the 2024 vintage with Frissant’s trademark precision. Tasting notes Brimming with citrus and orchard fruit, this is Loire Sauvignon B

92 Points - Jane Anson. Château Bouscaut, a leading estate in Pessac-Léognan, delivers precision and richness in the 2015 vintage. Both approachable and age-worthy, this wine reflects the estate’s balance of ripe fruit, freshness and terroir expression. Taste Deep ruby, the nose offers blackcurrant, cherry, graphite and subtle spice. The palate is structured yet supple, with layers of dark fruit, chocolate and hints of tobacco, framed by fine, polished tannins. Elegant, long and expressive, show

Bright and expressive, this Pinot Grigio balances crisp green apple and pear with subtle citrus and floral notes. Medium-bodied and textured, it has a soft, creamy mid-palate, fresh acidity, and a mineral-driven finish that lingers. Elegant yet approachable, it’s perfect on its own or with seafood and light pasta dishes. About the Producer Tenute Ca’Botta is an innovative winery in northern Italy’s Veneto region. They specialise in making dry red and white wines from partially dried grapes, know

94 Points - Wine Enthusiast. Ayala Le Blanc de Blancs A/18 2018 is one of those Champagnes that immediately makes sense. Pure Chardonnay from top Côte des Blancs vineyards, it’s taut, lively, and beautifully balanced. There’s a brightness and energy here that makes it feel effortless, yet every sip reveals its depth and finesse. Ideal for moments when you want a Champagne that’s elegant, refined, and undeniably stylish. Taste The nose is bright and elegant, featuring notes of pear, grapefruit, a

The Cherubino Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is Larry Cherubino’s flagship red from Margaret River, combining site expression with precision winemaking. Crafted from carefully selected fruit, it reflects the region’s classic Cabernet traits—ripe dark fruit, fine-grained tannins, and an underlying freshness—while showcasing Larry’s commitment to balance, elegance, and long-term ageability. Taste Deep ruby in colour, the 2021 Cherubino Cabernet opens with aromas of cassis, blackberry, and dark cherry, la

The Clonal Selection Cabernet Sauvignon from Riversdale Vineyard exemplifies Larry Cherubino’s commitment to showcasing the unique terroir of Frankland River. Sourced from heritage clones 377 and 191, this wine reflects the region’s continental climate and the meticulous care taken in its production. With extended maturation in seasoned French oak, it offers a balance of concentration, structure, and elegance, making it a standout example of Western Australian Cabernet Sauvignon. Taste Deep garn

A brilliant example of Barbera from one of Piedmont’s great names. The 2023 Ca’ di Pian is packed with juicy dark fruit, lively freshness, and just the right touch of spice — deliciously versatile at the table and seriously good value. Taste The 2023 Ca’ di Pian Barbera d’Asti Superiore is bright and expressive, brimming with ripe cherry, plum, and blackberry fruit. There’s a lifted floral note, a hint of spice, and a touch of mocha from time in oak. The palate is sleek and concentrated, with Ba

From old Chardonnay vines in Marsannay, Naddef’s 2023 Blanc Vieilles Vignes highlights the precision and freshness that define the domaine’s style. Hand-picked and vinified with care, it delivers a fine balance of richness and mineral drive, offering a superb expression of this often-overlooked appellation. Taste Bright and expressive, with aromas of citrus, white flowers and a touch of stone fruit. The palate combines freshness and depth, with ripe orchard fruit, a subtle creaminess, and a clea

Domaine Regnard’s Santenay Rouge 2022 is a classic expression of southern Côte de Beaune Pinot Noir. The wine comes from parcels aged between 20 and 30 years, hand-harvested and produced following Agriculture raisonnée, delivering elegance, freshness, and a true sense of terroir. Taste Bright ruby in the glass, with aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and subtle floral hints. The palate is lively and balanced, showing juicy red fruit, gentle spice, and fine, silky tannins, finishing with a fresh, m

Nathalie Theulot and Jean-Claude Juillot have quietly built Domaine Theulot Juillot into one of Mercurey’s most consistent and characterful producers. Their wines are a reminder that great Burgundy doesn’t always come with a Côte d’Or postcode. Working organically and with old vines rooted deep in Mercurey’s limestone soils, they craft Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays of purity, poise and genuine regional identity. Taste Bright, lifted red fruit leads the way — think wild strawberries, cherries and a

Michel Sarrazin’s Givry ‘Les Dracy’ comes from a carefully tended vineyard on the hills above Givry. Hand-harvested and sustainably farmed, the wine combines the village’s characteristic energy with refined Pinot Noir fruit, producing a red Burgundy that is fresh, precise, and expressive. Taste Bright ruby in the glass, with aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and subtle earthy notes. The palate is supple yet structured, with fine-grained tannins, lively acidity, and a lingering finish that balance

From the northern edge of the Cazetiers appellation, bordering “Combes aux Moines” and “Champeaux,” this 1er Cru sits on predominantly limestone soils, producing wines of elegance and precision. The 2022 was hand-picked, carefully sorted in both vineyard and cellar, with 60% destemmed fruit and 40% whole bunch, fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged 18 months in barrel (75% new). Taste This Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru shows real finesse, with a beautiful floral expression layered over bright re

Saint-Romain is a village often overlooked in Burgundy, yet Domaine Germain Père & Fils consistently proves its quality. The 2022 La Périère comes from hand-harvested grapes and is aged 100% in Allier oak barrels, a third of which are new. The result is a wine that combines the estate’s characteristic finesse with a vibrant, approachable personality, reflecting both the freshness of Saint-Romain and the precision of the domaine’s modern cellar. Taste Bright and fragrant on the nose, La Périè

Domaine Giraudon’s Bourgogne Aligoté comes from 5 hectares of carefully tended vineyards in Chitry-le-Fort. Hand-harvested and sustainably managed with controlled tillage, natural grassing, and short Guyot pruning, the grapes are vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve freshness and authenticity. The result is an Aligoté that is precise, lively, and reflective of its mineral-rich terroir. Taste Vibrant pale yellow in the glass, this Aligoté shows fresh, fruity aromas

95 Points - Revista Adega. CVNE Imperial Gran Reserva is the benchmark Rioja Gran Reserva, a wine that consistently combines age-worthy structure with elegance. The 2009 vintage, celebrated for its warmth and balance, delivers a classic expression of Rioja’s Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano, and Mazuelo blend. Matured for extended periods in oak, it showcases the house’s signature precision and depth. Taste The 2009 Imperial Gran Reserva opens with a bouquet of dried cherry, plum and subtle fig,

95 Points - Guia Penin. One of Rioja’s most elegant single-vineyard expressions, the 2011 Viña del Olivo Magnum shows remarkable balance and restraint. Contino’s meticulous approach delivers a wine that is poised, structured, and long-lived — perfect for sharing or cellaring. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Oct 2025) Taste Bright garnet in the glass with lifted aromatics of red cherry, dried herbs, and subtle cedar. The palate is precise and layered, showing red fruit, tobacco, and gentle spice framed by fi

A fine estate-grown and bottled Rioja, crafted in the modern style, this wine has been aged for over five years in both barrel and bottle, allowing it to develop a complexity and elegance that stands out in the region. With a bright garnet hue and a refined profile, it’s a wine that speaks to both tradition and careful, contemporary winemaking. Taste The nose is perfumed with high-toned aromas of blackberry, liquorice, wild herbs, and creamy vanilla, while the palate delivers a long, resonating

94 Points - Jeff Leve. From one of Margaux’s great historic estates, this magnum of Château Dauzac 2019 is a striking expression of power and precision. The larger format allows the wine to develop more slowly, preserving its freshness and depth for years to come. Silky, structured and beautifully balanced, it’s a Margaux that captures both the energy of the vintage and the class of this Fifth Growth château. Taste Aromas of dark cherry, blackberry and cassis unfold with layers of violet, cedar

M. Chapoutier Ermitage de l’Oree 2020 is a remarkable white Hermitage with generous fruit, luxurious texture, and mineral energy, crafted by one of the Rhône’s most legendary and innovative producers. Decorated with top critic and Vivino ratings, it stands as a benchmark for fine French white wine and a stunning alternative to for Burgundy white lovers looking to explore other regions.  TasteThe 2020 Ermitage de l’Oree offers profound complexity with intense notes of mirabelle tart, candied citr