Wine making in the Bardolino area pe-dates the Romans, and Giovanna Tantini has been producing Bardolino since 2002. Waiting at least 18 months after the harvest before putting it on the market, along with Giovanna's particular attention to detail, this allows for the wine to develop to its full potential. Bardolino, in Giovanna's own words, is fully deserving a place at the finest tables of the world.  Good persistence, soft and balanced.  About the Producer The Tantini estate stretches across

Kleinboet (Little Brother) is a Bordeaux blend, featuring all 5 varietals, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet franc, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot aged in french oak for 24 months. The cool climate sub region of Sondagskloof, Walker Bay, brings natural acidity and minerality to the wines. Expect intense blackcurrant, lavender, black olive and fynbos on the nose with a supple and and round palate. Taste Brick red to deep purple with aromas of blackcurrant, lavender, black olive & fynbos. On the p

Gold Medal - Mundus Vini (2015) - 3 years of bottle ageing. The translucent, pale golden colour of the Champagne Jean de Villaré Grande Réserve gives way to initial aromas that are elegant and pure. These are complemented by succulent notes of apple, peach and apricot. In the mouth, this very well-balanced champagne is complex and round. The mouth is supple and a well balanced. Unctuous with a good length in the mouth. Taste Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay come together in a ripe wine that also has

92 Points - Decanter. The Michel family has crafted wines in Chablis since the 19th century, passing down a rooted sense of excellence through generations. Their family vineyard, with 45-year-old vines on average, sits in the heart of the original Chablis terroir, within a two-kilometer radius of the winery's most prestigious parcels. Wine Press Ratings 92 Points - Decanter "Cool and linear, very good focus, with crisp apple acidity and mineral characters. Fine and elegant. A thoroughbred, needs

92 Points - Decanter. From a special vineyard site on the hillside above the Chablis Grand Crus of Les Clos & Valmur, this location is cooler than its famous neighbours lower down the slope. However, it experiences exceptional drainage and exposure to sunlight, making it one of the very finest Petit Chablis locations. The wine is bright white-gold in colour, with an expressive apple and citrus zest aroma. In the mouth, it is bone-dry and super crisp, featuring racy acidity, green apple, and

The iconic Mar de Frades Albariño is the pure expression of the unique characteristics of the Albariño grape variety, whilst reflecting the importance of the nearby Atlantic Ocean. Lively and intense aromas reveal juicy pear and apricot, white gardenia flowers, and hints of tropical lychee and pineapple, with a lovely delicate streak of salinity. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Apr 2024) Wine Press Ratings 90 Points (2021) - Guia Penin 89 Points (2021) - Tim Atkin Taste Lively and intense aromas reveal juic

The plot for 'Alt433M' was planted in 1962 with Grenache and Lledoner Pelut vines at an altitude of 433M. Lledoner Pelut is a natural mutation of Grenache Noir which reaches phenolic ripeness sooner, to produce wines with a lower alcohol content and is more commonly used in the wines of Priorat, Spain. This combination of altitude, fermentation in steel vats and the addition of Lledoner Pelut into the blend produces a wine with remarkable freshness and a lower alcohol content of 12.5%.  About th

90 Points -  Robert Parker - Légende is made from an old vineyard plot dating back to 1949 where the first ever dry Maury wine was produced. The soil is tilled by Comtois draught horses – Rambo and Vagabond, and the blend is Grenache Noir (80%) and Carignan (20%), after being hand harvested, twice sorted and fully de-stemmed. The result is a wine with great aromatic depth.  About the Producer A story that began when, in 1816, Raymond Amiel won the deeds to this property from the Bishop of Perpig

Meinert Wines produces a small and personalised range of wines in limited quantities from both the hillside Devon Crest vineyard outside Stellenbosch as well as a number of vineyard sites across the Cape Winelands. Their Meinert Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from the cool climate region of Elgin, an area also renown for apples and pears. With a touch of Semillion in the blend (5%) this is a serious Sauvignon, beautifully textured from the extended maturation whilst retaining the complex and fresh a

93 Points - The Champagne Sommelier. This exceptional Vintage Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne from Michel Genet is truly the work of an Artisan. 100% Chardonnay from the Grand Cru Vineyards of Chouilly, expect dense aromas of pastries, freshly baked bread and almond croissant, followed by candied fruit, pineapple and smokey nuances of tea, dark rum and tobacco. Complex, elegant and simply superb!  Wine Press Ratings 93 Points - The Champagne Sommelier "The aroma is mineral, refined, and live

91 Points - Cellar Tracker - From the Grand Cru vineyards of Chouilly comes this stunning Blanc de Blancs (100% Chardonnay) Grand Cru Champagne. Complex toasty and citrus notes are well balanced in this fantastic value premium Champagne. Gold yellow colour with aromas of pastries and freshly baked bread. On the palate, citrus dominated flavours of lemon, tangerine & grapefruit with a complex finish of cocoa and linseed oil. Under £40 this is without a doubt, one the best Grand Cru champagnes

A wonderfully complex Blanc de Blancs champagne from the outstanding 2015 vintage. Michel Genet and his team are 'manufacteurs de Grands Crus' and their MG BB Vintage offers aromas of pastries with fragrances of fresh nuts and candied fruits, followed by tobacco, menthol anise and eucalyptus. This has a rich aromatic palette and powerful finish. About the Producer “Manufacteurs de Grands Crus”. Michel Genet like to call themselves “manufacteurs” (“artisans”) from the word’s Latin origins in manu

92 Points - Vertdevin - This Rose Champagne is simply gorgeous! From Grand Cru producer Genet, the name 'Redblend 9208' denotes the blend of 92% Chardonnay and 8% Pinot Noir grapes used to produce this delicate feminine style Rose Champagne. Beautiful pale salmon colour and orange hints. Nice effervescence with a fine string of bubbles. On the nose, delicate floral aromas of violet, rose, peony and iris followed by red fruits, such as redcurrant, cherry, raspberry and apricot. On the palate, smo

95 Points - Falstaff. Pieter Ferreira, often hailed as the "Master of Bubbles" in South Africa, is a highly esteemed winemaker known for his exceptional sparkling wines, particularly the Method Cap Classique (MCC) wines, akin to the traditional Champagne method. In the 2015 vintage of the Cape Winelands, widely regarded as a standout year for winemaking, the ideal climate conditions of mild temperatures throughout the growing season led to even grape ripening. This harmonious ripening, especiall

Fresh and fruity, encompassing all the emotions of the Sicilian summer. Its colour is that of a summer sunset. Its fresh aromas make it a marvellously friendly wine and easy to drink. A beautiful and excellent value Rosé from an iconic producer. Taste Fresh and fruity, encompasses all the emotions of the Sicilian summer. Its colour is that of a summer sunset. Its fresh aromas make it a marvellously friendly wine and easy to drink. Enjoy Planeta’s Rosé in good company, from aperitif to fruit. Awa

This Chapitre Suivant Bourgogne Rouge from Domaine René Bouvier comes from different plots of vines located in the premium appellations of Marsannay, Gevrey-Chambertin, Brochon and Fixin with an average vine age of 40 years. The result is a red Burgundy from varied and noble terroirs creating a complex wine with delicate fresh fruits with the structure to age gracefully, this is an excellent Bourgogne Rouge from a highly acclaimed producer. Taste Good intensity with an array of bright red fruits

Bronze Medal Winner - Decanter World Wine Awards. Sourced from the clay rich Raupo vineyard, in the centre of the Omaka Valley. This vineyard has a gentle north – west facing aspect and enjoys high sunshine hours and minimal rain. The vineyard is farmed following organic and biodynamic principles. Creamy and complex, yet still elegant with focused acidity. Taste Presenting a gorgeous bright golden hue, this Chardonnay screams elegance and texture. The nose is lifted with notes of fleshy stone fr

90 Points - Gilbert et Gaillard.    Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Gilbert et Gaillard | Double Gold Medal "Nose of white flowers, peach, pear and fresh almond. Very harmonious, very pure palate, combining a pleasant liveliness with a beautiful roundness. Fresh white fruit flavors are king. A little one playing in the big leagues." About the Producer For years, especially since Stéphanie's return in 2004, the estate has been dedicated to conserving its terroir, prioritising nature and biodiversi

93 Points - Luca Maroni. Tenuta Valleselle takes its name from the property of the same name on the hills of Lake Garda, and is dedicated to upholding the traditions of the territory of Verona. Intense notes of tropical fruits and white flowers all leading to a fresh, rounded and a fruity finish. A wonderful pinot grigio with great character. Wine Press Ratings 93 Points - Luca Maroni (2023) Taste A brilliant straw yellow, with hints of green, intense nose with hints of tropical fruits and white

This intense and harmonious wine, which combines structure with elegance, comes from the historic Lugana zone on the southern shore of Lake Garda. Intense and bright yellow on the nose it is fruity and fragrant, with notes of tropical fruit and grapefruit. The taste is dry and harmonious and it has an elegant freshness. It is intense, persistent and mineral with the typical hint of almond finish. TasteIntense and bright yellow on the nose it is fruity and fragrant, with notes of tropical fruit a

Valpolicella Classico is a wine that tells the history of the region in its most unadorned form. “Elegant” is the adjective that best describes the character of the Rafaèl, a highly distinctive wine that is closely linked with the history of the Tommasi family. The family blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara has always stayed the same but in varying amounts according to vintage. Fifteen months of wood-aging complete a savoury wine with a rich bouquet, that is at once fresh and intense.  Tas

Organic - Gold Medal Winner. Varvaglione 1921 has been making wine for over one hundred years, spanning four generations of the family. This is a lovely organic Primitivo from Puglia, Southern Italy from a winemaker focussed on Puglia’s native grape varieties and tradition balanced with modern winemaking techniques. Intense red, with violet hints reminiscent of fresh red fruit. Its low alcoholic degree is supported by a slightly acid structure that makes it balanced and long, leaving the palate