Staff Picks
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Country: Germany, NaheGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteVibrant, fresh, and contemporary, Weingut Hees Sauvignon Blanc Auener Hohe 2023 showcases the estate’s adventurous spirit in the Nahe region. This wine is recognised for its outstanding value and expressive style. TasteA lively, green and flinty Sauvignon Blanc with brilliant acidity and minerality. On the nose, discover layers of citrus, tropical fruit, and fresh-cut grass, joined by subtle notes of gooseberry and white peach. The palate is snappy and vibrant, offering juicy lime, grapefruit,Regular Price£31.95Spring Sale - SAVE 35%£20.77 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: AligoteABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteDomaine 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 -
Country: Italy, TuscanyGrapes: SangioveseABV: 12.5%Style: Ripe Fruity RoséIcario Nysa Rosato 2024 stands out for its radiant fruit, vibrant freshness, and harmonious Sangiovese character. Crafted by an innovative estate that merges Tuscan heritage with a passion for detail, this rosé has already secured a top critic score of 94 confirming its status as one of Italy’s most admired modern pink wines. TasteIcario Nysa Rosato 2024 dazzles with a vibrant pale pink colour and an expressive, fragrant bouquet bursting with sensations of cherry and pomegranate. On the palate,Regular Price£23.95Rosé Offer - Save 20%£19.16 -
Country: Spain, RiojaGrapes: Viura / Macabeo, Malvasia, ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteFrom the modern style Casa La Rad, highly regarded by wine supremo Tim Atkin, comes this exceptional value white Rioja. A blend of Viura, Malvasia, Chardonnay & Tempranillo Blanco, the Solarce Blanco is partially fermented in large oak barrels and aged on fine lees to give an elegant and beautifully fresh wine with body and texture to boot! Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Tim Atkin MW (La Rioja Special Report) (2020 Vintage) "Solarce is an unusual blend of mostly Viura with 47% Verdejo, Tempr
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Country: Austria, NiederosterreichGrapes: Gruner VeltlinerABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteThe Weingut Pfaffl Grüner Veltliner Vom Haus is a beautiful wine borne of one of the most challenging, but successful, vintages in recent years. Made from 100% Grüner Veltliner from their own Certified Sustainable vineyards, this family-owned estate produces classically styled Austrian wines that offer beauty and complexity in a stunningly stylish fashion. If you’re a fan of classy, refined wines such as Alsace Riesling or Chablis, then you will love the Weingut Pfaffl Grüner Veltliner Vom Haus. -
Country: Italy, SicilyGrapes: FianoABV: 12.5%Style: Aromatic Floral WhiteSunlit Sicilian vineyards and coastal breezes shape a white that is bright, aromatic and effortlessly drinkable. Fresh yet textured, it captures the lively Mediterranean character that makes Fiano such a rewarding variety. Taste Notes of citrus, white peach and ripe pear lead the palate, supported by hints of wild herbs and almond. Crisp acidity keeps it refreshing, with a clean, lightly savoury finish. About the Producer Part of the quality-driven Mandrarossa range from Cantine Settesoli, these -
Country: Australia, Yarra ValleyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Classy Complex White96 Points – James Halliday. Cool-climate Chardonnay at its most refined. Sourced from vineyards across the Yarra Valley, this is a precise, modern Australian style shaped by wild fermentation and careful oak ageing, delivering purity of fruit with texture, freshness and subtle complexity. It’s a benchmark expression of the region’s elegant Chardonnay style. Taste White peach, nectarine and citrus blossom lead the nose, followed by lemon curd, green apple and a hint of hazelnut. A touch of flint -
Country: New Zealand, MarlboroughGrapes: Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, RieslingABV: 12.5%Style: Aromatic Floral White92 Points - Cameron Douglas. From Awatere Valley’s finest single vineyards, Yealands Estate Single Vineyard PGR delivers a bright, textural blend of Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer and Riesling. Aromatic and inviting, it shows citrus, orchard fruits and delicate spice, lifted by crisp acidity and subtle mineral depth — a refined, site-driven expression of Marlborough. Wine Press Ratings 92 Points - Cameron Douglas, MS (2024 Vintage) "Aromatic and enticing bouquet with scents of lemon and apple, pear -
Country: New Zealand, MarlboroughGrapes: AlbarinoABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing White90 Points - Decanter. From coastal vines in the Awatere Valley, Yealands Estate Single Vineyard Albariño offers a sleek, ocean-influenced take on the Spanish classic — bright, precise and quietly textural, with a premium, site-driven edge. Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Decanter (2023 Vintage) "This is just the second vintage of winemaker Natalie Christensen's Albariño, sourced from the Seaview Vineyard in Awatere Valley, where strong off-shore winds help to produce small, concentrated grapes. S -
Country: Chile, Aconcagua ValleyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteViña Errázuriz Las Pizarras Chardonnay comes from the estate’s slate-rich coastal vineyards in Aconcagua Costa, where the cool Pacific influence shapes a precise, mineral-driven style. As part of the flagship Las Pizarras range, it highlights the project’s focus on terroir expression, combining intensity with restraint. Taste Bright and finely structured, with layers of citrus, white peach and a touch of almond. There’s a clear mineral edge running through the palate, balanced by subtle creamine -
Country: Italy, PugliaGrapes: NegroamaroABV: 12.5%Style: Smooth Fruity RedVarvaglione is a family‑led winery rooted in Puglia, known for championing the region’s native grapes with clarity and purpose. Their Negroamaro del Salento typifies the grape’s sun‑soaked character — generous fruit, soft tannins and easy appeal — without ever feeling flabby or overdone. Taste Bright black cherry and wild berry fruit on the nose, with gentle spice and a hint of herb. The palate is supple and juicy, showing ripe red and black fruit, smooth tannins and a fresh streak that keeps it -
Country: France, AlsaceGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 12.5%Style: Savoury Classic Red91 Points - Ian D'Agata.Trimbach’s Pinot Noir Réserve is a reminder that Alsace isn’t just about whites. Sourced from estate vineyards and crafted with typical precision, it’s a vibrant, finely etched red with purity, poise and just the right amount of grip. Bright cherry fruit, subtle spice and a whisper of earthiness—proof that Pinot Noir from Alsace deserves a spot on the serious wine drinker’s radar. Taste Bright and expressive, with aromas of sour cherry, wild berries and a hint of spice. T -
Country: France, BordeauxGrapes: Semillon, Sauvignon BlancABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Fruity White90 Points - Wine Enthusiast. A dry white from the prestigious Sauternes estate Château d’Arche. This is a clean, focused Bordeaux Blanc that shows the estate’s class in a fresher style — bright, polished and effortlessly drinkable. Tasting Citrus and white peach on the nose, followed by a light herbal edge. Crisp, refreshing and neatly balanced, with a mineral finish that keeps things lively. Perfect with seafood or as an easy, early-evening glass. Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Wine Enthusiast -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: Cabernet SauvignonABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Full RedCrafted in the heart of Stellenbosch’s premium Helderberg region, Waterford Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a refined expression of South Africa’s premier red grape. With its deep ruby hue and layered complexity, this wine captures the essence of its unique terroir—elegant, structured, and effortlessly age-worthy. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Nov 2025) Wine Press Ratings Gold Medal Winner - The Global Cabernet Sauvignon Masters 2025 (2019 Vintage) 94 Points - Tim Atkin MW (2018 Vintage) 91 Points / Silver MRegular Price£36.9520% Off South Africa£29.56 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Fruity WhiteGold Medal / 91 Points - Gilbert et Gaillard. A beautifully balanced Chablis from one of the region’s most reliable producers. Sylvain Mosnier’s 2024 release shows classic Chablis character – crisp green apple, lemon zest and a fine streak of chalky minerality. Fermented and aged in stainless steel to preserve its purity and freshness, it’s an elegant, precise wine that captures the essence of the vintage. Ideal with oysters, shellfish or creamy poultry dishes. Wine Press Ratings Gold Medal / 91 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Fruity WhiteGold Medal / 90 Points - Gilbert et Gaillard. 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 -
Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Complex SparklingMichel Genet’s MG BB Vintage Grand Cru 2018 is a stunning example of what the Côte des Blancs does best - pure Chardonnay from the chalky slopes of Chouilly, crafted with precision and care by the Genet family. The 2018 vintage was generous, and it shows here in the wine’s depth and texture, yet it never loses the freshness and drive that define great Grand Cru Champagne. Elegant, expressive and built to impress, this is grower Champagne with real pedigree. Vivino Rating: 4.2 (September 2025) Ta -
Country: France, South West FranceGrapes: Gros Manseng, Petit CourbúABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Fruity White92 Points - Decanter. Projoe Blanc Saint Mont AOC shows just how exciting South-West France can be. Made from Gros Manseng and Petit Courbu, it’s vibrant and citrus-driven, with orchard fruit and white flowers. Rated an impressive 90+ points by leading critics. An alluring, vibrant Saint Mont with lemon zest, crunchy pear and apple blossom over ripe yellow apple and quince – soft, elegant and refreshingly drinkable. Wine Press Ratings 92 Points - Decanter (2021 Vintage) "An alluring and vibrant -
Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot MeunierABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Complex Sparkling96 Points - Cameron Douglas, MS. Ayala Brut Majeur NV is the house’s signature non-vintage Champagne, highly rated and excellent value. Predominantly Chardonnay with a touch of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, it delivers bright citrus, green apple, and subtle brioche notes. Ideal as an aperitif, with fresh seafood, light poultry, or simply to enjoy with friends — a Champagne you’ll reach for again and again. Taste The nose shows green apple, pear, lemon zest, and gentle floral hints. On the palate -
Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: Pinot Noir, ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Complex Sparkling96 Points - Gault & Millau. Bollinger’s La Grande Année is only made in the very best vintages, and the 2015 release is a top grand marque cuvée not to be missed. A blend of 11 crus — 79% Grand Cru and 21% Premier Cru — it is composed of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay. Rich, precise, and ageworthy, this is a Champagne that shows Bollinger at its most refined — a must-try for anyone who loves the very best. Taste La Grande Année 2015 opens with aromas of ripe orchard fruit, citrus zest, to -
Country: France, Loire Valley, SancerreGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 12.5%Style: Aromatic Floral White91 Points - Bacchus Magazine. Sourced from the south-facing Les Grandmontains vineyard in Chavignol, this 2024 Sancerre captures the classic minerality and precision Laporte is known for. Expect bright citrus and green apple notes framed by lively acidity and flinty, saline undertones. Elegant and balanced, it’s an expressive single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc that pairs beautifully with fresh seafood and goat’s cheese. Ready to enjoy now, with excellent cellaring potential. Vivino Rating: Wine Pr -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: AligoteABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteDomaine 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 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteDomaine 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 -
Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Complex SparklingTaittinger’s Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs 2013 is a testament to the family’s heritage, crafted from the purest Chardonnay and aged deep in historic chalk cellars. Its taste offers finesse and complexity, with top critical scores affirming its pedigree. With both substance and story, this Champagne is a perfect celebration of excellence and tradition. TasteA beautifully structured Champagne, the 2013 Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs opens with honeyed notes of ripe citrus, poached nash -
Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: Chardonnay, Pinot NoirABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Complex SparklingTaittinger 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 -
Country: Australia, Barossa ValleyGrapes: Syrah / ShirazABV: 12.5%Style: Ripe Fruity RoséPale rose gold in colour, this dry rosé is bright, lively and expressive. Aromas of rose petal and fresh plum are lifted by subtle spice, while the palate delivers juicy red delicious apple and cranberry flavours with floral and textural notes. Crisp, dry and refreshing on the finish, it’s a versatile, food-friendly style best enjoyed young. Taste Pale rose gold in the glass, this dry rosé is all about freshness and lift. Aromas of rose petal and ripe plum lead into bright red apple and cranberrRegular Price£23.95Rosé Offer - Save 20%£19.16 -
Country: Australia, Barossa ValleyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThis Chardonnay is crafted for those seeking generosity and richness, bridging Australian tradition and Italian family values. The wine’s supple, stonefruit-driven palate, its producer’s generational story, and critical recognition shape it as a remarkable Barossa Valley expression. TasteFull-bodied and expressive, the Lou Miranda Leone Chardonnay 2022 brings forward ripe stone fruit, yellow peach, and mandarins with hints of apricot and orange rind. Gentle notes of roasted hazelnut, cinnamon sp -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, Cape AgulhasGrapes: Sauvignon Blanc, SemillonABV: 12.5%Style: Aromatic Floral White92 Points - Gilbert et Gaillard. Crafted in the mould of a fine Bordeaux blanc, the blend pairs Sauvignon’s precision with the breadth and quiet structure of Sémillon, delivering a style that feels polished, layered and unmistakably maritime in character. Taste Lemon zest, grapefruit and white peach sit alongside subtle notes of fresh herbs and a light almond nuance. The palate shows gentle texture and restraint, with a fine saline thread and a long, composed finish that speaks to its classic, pRegular Price£23.9520% Off South Africa£19.16