91 Points - Decanter World Wine Awards. Thelema consistently produce wines of stunning quality and value and this Chardonnay is no exception. 10 months in French oak barrels have given this wine a complex profile of ripe fruit, toasty oak with a lovely texture.  Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - Decanter World Wine Awards (2023 Vintage) "Orange blossom, almond paste and bees wax notes lead into a elegant palate with floral nuance and chalky grip elevated by tangy acidity." Taste Fermented and matur

92 Points - WinePilot. The Tapanappa Foggy Hill Pinot Noir is a prime example of what cool-climate Australian Pinot can do. From the breezy slopes of the Fleurieu Peninsula, it’s elegant, layered, and quietly powerful. There’s a real sense of place here — the vineyard sits at 350m and the maritime influence keeps everything fresh and precise. Drink it now if you’re impatient, or tuck a few bottles away and watch it gain even more depth. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Sept 2025) Taste Bright, medium-weight

The Pedestal Chardonnay is Larry Cherubino’s take on a modern, vibrant Margaret River white. Crafted with care, it balances bright, energetic fruit with subtle texture from lees contact, delivering a Chardonnay that is precise, approachable, and expressive of its vineyard site. Taste Pale straw in colour, the Pedestal Chardonnay shows aromas of white peach, citrus blossom, and hints of lightly toasted almond. The palate is medium-bodied and textural, with juicy stone fruit and citrus flavours fr

The Givry Blanc ‘Sans Nom’ comes from a blend of two vineyards, Varot and Chaponnières. Fresh and bright, it showcases fleshy yellow fruits with a lively, approachable character, reflecting the elegance and precision of Domaine Michel Sarrazin. Taste Pale gold in the glass, the nose shows white flowers, citrus blossom, and hints of ripe yellow fruits. The palate is fresh and vibrant, with a supple texture and a bright, mineral-driven finish. Elegant and approachable, it pairs beautifully with se

Domaine Regnard’s Maranges Rouge 2022 is a vibrant Pinot Noir from the southern Côte de Beaune. Sourced from parcels with vines around 30 years old and produced following Agriculture raisonnée, it captures the freshness, structure, and terroir-driven character typical of Maranges. Taste Bright ruby in the glass, with aromas of red and black cherry, wild strawberry, and a hint of spice. The palate is lively and balanced, revealing juicy fruit, fine tannins, subtle earthy notes, and a fresh, miner

The Saint-Romain Blanc from Domaine Germain Père & Fils is a refined expression of this cool, limestone-rich village. A third of the wine is aged in new Allier oak barrels and rests on its lees in oak for several months, with regular stirring early on to enhance texture and depth. The result is a white Burgundy of balance and clarity, combining vibrant freshness with subtle complexity, reflecting the precision and care of the domaine. Taste Pale gold with green highlights, the nose opens wit

Domaine Follin-Arbelet’s Pernand-Vergelesses Blanc is a bright, precise white from clay-limestone slopes. Hand-harvested and oak-aged, it reflects the subtle minerality and freshness of the appellation, combining elegance with restrained power. Taste Pale gold in the glass, with aromas of citrus blossom, white peach, and a hint of flint. The palate is fresh and vibrant, with balanced acidity, a silky texture, and a mineral-driven finish that lingers with finesse. Approachable now, yet able to de

92 Points - Wine Spectator. Château Durfort-Vivens 2005 showcases the classic elegance of Margaux at its peak. A Second Growth of depth and refinement, this vintage balances ripe fruit, structure and ageing potential with impeccable finesse. Taste Deep garnet with brick hints, the nose reveals blackcurrant, plum, cedar and tobacco. The palate is rich yet elegant, with layers of dark fruit, graphite and spice framed by polished, well-integrated tannins. Long, harmonious and classically Margaux, s

97 Points - Jeff Leve. Château Climens, the “Lord of Barsac,” delivers its hallmark elegance and precision in the 2015 vintage. A modern expression of Barsac’s limestone-rich terroir, this 1er Grand Cru Classé shows purity, freshness and ageing potential. Winemakers Vintage Notes "With a mild spring like in 2011, a hot summer like in 2003 and a dry summer like in 2005, the year promised to be an early one and the health of the vineyards remarkable. The grapes continued to ripen in excellent cond

93 Points - Winedoctor. Château Climens stands at the pinnacle of Barsac, crafting some of the most refined sweet wines in Bordeaux. The 1999 vintage showcases the estate’s hallmark elegance and precision — a beautifully mature expression of its limestone-rich terroir. Taste Golden amber in colour, the wine opens with aromas of dried apricot, orange zest, honeycomb and toasted almond. The palate is silky and layered, balancing sweetness with lively acidity. Notes of caramelised pear and spice li

Taittinger Brut Vintage Champagne 2016 is a refined expression of a classic vintage, combining complexity, freshness, and finesse. Crafted by a renowned family estate, and celebrated with high critic and Vivino scores, it is a superb choice for memorable occasions or cellaring. TasteTaittinger Brut Vintage Champagne 2016 enchants with aromas of lemon curd, brioche, glazed apricot, and vanilla pastry cream, complemented by floral nuances of hawthorn and verbena. The palate is fresh and precise, w

Villa Maria Keltern Vineyard Single Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 is a sleek, mineral-laced wine showcasing Hawke’s Bay terroir, crafted by one of New Zealand’s most celebrated family estates, and continues to earn critical attention and enthusiast favour. TasteDisplaying a brilliant straw and lime-tinted hue, this Chardonnay opens with fragrant aromas of white nectarine, citrus blossom, and nougat, layered with hints of flint and toasted nuts. The palate is sleek, tightly woven, and unfolds graduall

M. Chapoutier Ermitage l'Ermite 2018 is a Syrah of stunning complexity, seamlessly blending mineral intensity with ripe, layered fruit and floral nuance. Crafted by a pioneering Rhône producer from one of the region’s most revered plots, it has received accolades from top critics and consistently high Vivino ratings, underscoring its status as a true Hermitage masterpiece. TasteL'Ermite 2018 boasts remarkable complexity, offering aromas of cassis, violets, crushed stone, and peppered game. The p

Esporão Torre de Esporão 2017 epitomises complex Portuguese winemaking, blending rich fruit and dark chocolate notes with finesse and depth. Created at one of the Alentejo’s most sustainable and innovative estates, it is an award-winning red with a stellar critical and Vivino record - an outstanding choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike. TasteTorre de Esporão 2017 is dense and almost opaque in colour, delivering a complex and concentrated bouquet of blueberries, dark chocolate liqueur, liq

M. Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage Les Varonniers 2020 combines rich red fruits and elegant structure in a wine crafted by one of the Rhône’s most highly regarded estates. The producer’s dedication to single-vineyard expression and exceptional winemaking shines through in this award-winning vintage, regularly celebrated by top critics. A real taste of superb Rhône luxury in every glass. TasteDeep garnet in colour, M. Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage Les Varonniers 2020 reveals complex aromas of ripe red

Crafted from three prized lieux-dits, Les 3 Brunes is Domaine Faury’s flagship Côte-Rôtie – a Syrah of real depth, finesse and ageing potential. The 2023 vintage is beautifully composed, capturing the fragrance and silkiness that define this historic northern Rhône appellation. Taste Perfumed and complex, with notes of violets, black cherry, cracked pepper and smoked meat. The palate is supple yet structured, layered with dark berries, spice, cured olive and a touch of oak. Fine-grained tannins

From one of Alsace’s most respected names, Trimbach Pinot Blanc is a masterclass in understated elegance. Sourced from cool vineyards around Ribeauvillé, it’s a fresh, finely tuned white that captures the purity and charm of the variety. A versatile, quietly stylish wine that proves less can often be more. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Jun 2025) Taste Fresh, clean and quietly confident, the Trimbach Pinot Blanc offers notes of ripe pear, apple and a hint of white blossom. Crisp acidity and a gentle, round

Holden Manz Elysium 2018 is a rare co-fermented blend of Merlot and Syrah from Franschhoek’s cooler slopes. Plush, spicy, and finely textured, it balances dark fruit with savoury depth. A bold yet elegant wine that rethinks tradition with style, showing how well Franschhoek handles innovation in the right hands. Vivino Rating 4.6 (March 2025) Taste Deep aromas of black cherry, cassis, and violet, layered with hints of cedar, graphite, and dark chocolate. The palate is powerful yet refined, with