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Country: France, Bordeaux, Lalande de PomerolGrapes: MerlotABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic Red90 Points - Jeff Leve. Situated on the banks of the Barbanne river which separates Lalande from Pomerol, this is some of the finest terroir and one of the best-performing properties in the appellation. This medium-bodied red displays a fantastic structure with lovey fine tannins that provide plenty of structural backbone. A supple, sensual red Bordeaux with instant appeal and a long path of pleasure ahead. Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider (2022 Vintage) "Black chRegular Price£32.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£26.36 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Rich Fruity WhiteThe Viré-Clessé appellation, located between Tournus and Mâcon, is the most recent of the Mâconnais region’s village appellations (1999), exclusively made from Chardonnay grapes. The vineyards, for the most part, are planted on hillsides, where a local type of soil derived from white limestone called “cray” can be found. This delicious Vire-Clesse is from one of Burgundy's finest. Predominant aromas of fine intense fruit, the nose reveals a touch of lemon, mango and subtle floral notes. The palaRegular Price£31.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£25.56 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Haut MedocGrapes: Cabernet SauvignonABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic Red92 Points - Wine Enthusiast. Another star of our great value Bordeaux wine list, the Chateau les Vimieres 2021 was awarded 92 points by Wine Enthusiast. The tiny (0.45-hectare) estate is home to seventy-year-old vines that produce minuscule quantities of super-concentrated grapes. Created by Eric Boissenot, consultant to Chateau Latour and Chateau Lafite in the challenging 2021 vintage, it’s rich, velvety, loaded with black fruits and supported by a fine structure. An awful lot of wine for the mRegular Price£33.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£27.16 -
Country: New Zealand, MarlboroughGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral White92 Points - New Zealand Wine Rater. A delicate and fragrant Sauvignon Blanc from a producer who carefully select fruit from Marlborough's top organic single vineyards to produce wines of great elegance and complexity. Aromas of lime skin, green apple, cut grass, gunflint, lemongrass and garden herbs. Taut, fresh, lively palate with herbal, spicy capsicum flavours with good intensity and a rapier-like thrust of saline acidity at the finish. Wine Press Ratings 92 Points - New Zealand Wine Rater (2Regular Price£22.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£18.36
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Country: France, Loire ValleyGrapes: Cabernet FrancABV: 13%Style: Smooth Fruity Red91 Points - Chris Kissack. La Source is a vibrant, terroir-driven Cabernet Franc from sandy-gravel soils. It offers fresh blackcurrant and red berry aromas, underpinned by subtle graphite notes. On the palate, fine tannins and lively acidity create a poised structure, leading to a clean, mineral finish. A classic Loire red with the balance to enjoy now or cellar for a few years. Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - Chris Kissack - Winedoctor (2023 Vintage) Taste The Yannick Amirault Saint-Nicolas-de-BRegular Price£23.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£19.16 -
Country: France, AlsaceGrapes: Pinot Auxerrois, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Riesling, MuscatABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral WhiteThe Christophe Mittnacht Terres d’Étoiles Gyotaku is a masterclass in culinary-minded winemaking. Crafted in Alsace by biodynamic pioneer Christophe Mittnacht and his Japanese chef wife, Yuka, this blend of Pinot Auxerrois, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Riesling, and Muscat is purpose-built for sushi and sashimi. It offers a vibrant medley of apricot, Gala apple, lime blossom, and peach, underpinned by zesty acidity and a clean, mineral finish. Elegant, expressive, and gastronomically precise, it’Regular Price£23.75Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£19.00 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: Chenin BlancABV: 13%Style: Rich Fruity WhiteArguably the greatest dry Chenin Blanc in South Africa, the Ken Forrester The FMC is a revelation of a wine. Awarded 89 points at the Decanter World Wine Awards, the FMC – ‘Forrester Meinert Chenin’ sets a new standard for South African Chenin. Crafted from a tiny plot of ancient vines, long skin contact and careful use of oak give a wonderfully textured, full-flavoured wine. Melons, pears, peach stones and mouth-watering greengages are supported by nutty oak, minerals, and a fresh, kiwi fruit aRegular Price£54.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£43.96 -
Country: France, Rhone ValleyGrapes: Viognier, Grenache BlancABV: 13%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteA blend of 70% Viognier and 30% Grenache blanc, this Côtes du Rhône Blanc is a delightfully fresh and food friendly wine with plenty of ripe stone fruit character. Pale golden colour with aromas of peach and cherry plum, this is a fruity wine with hints of marzipan and vanilla aroma gently oaked. With a smooth palate and a very soft attack that give a good length. Serve not too chilled at 12 to 14°C and try with Goats cheese or Comté. Taste Winemakers tasting notes: A fresh and fruity white wineRegular Price£18.45Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£14.76 -
Country: France, ProvenceGrapes: GrenacheABV: 13%Style: Elegant Crisp RoséHaving scored 17/20 from Jancis Robinson MW it’s arguable that Whispering Angel has achieved its goal of making “the greatest rosé on the planet”. Has it been hyped? Definitely. Does it live up to the hype? Undoubtedly.With the Whispering Angel Rose, you seem to get a little bit more of the good stuff. A little more strawberry and cherry fruit. A little bit more power and concentration. A little bit more refinement and a smile that’s a little bit wider after the first sip. Global demand for WhiRegular Price£23.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£19.16 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, Cape TownGrapes: Pinotage, Pinot Noir, CinsaultABV: 13%Style: Rich Full Red91 Points - Tim Atkin. No. 42 is more than just a number—it’s a celebration of South Africa’s most iconic home-grown variety, Pinotage, and the noble cultivars that gave it life. Crafted from carefully selected vineyards across Ceres Plateau, Bottelary Hills, and Durbanville, this blend brings together Pinotage, Pinot Noir, and Cinsaut in a seamless expression of structure, elegance, and depth. Aged for 18 months in a combination of French and American oak, it delivers layers of dark fruit, spicRegular Price£44.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£35.96 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, SwartlandGrapes: Grenache, Cinsault, Tinta BaroccaABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedSwerwer's 2021 Cinsault-Grenache-Tinta Barocca: A vibrant, minimal-intervention blend from the Western Cape. Expect bright red fruit and herbal notes. Light-bodied, fresh, and versatile; enjoy chilled with light fare. A true taste of South Africa's adventurous winemaking. Vivino Rating 4.3 (March 2025) Taste Swerwer's 2021 Cinsault-Grenache-Tinta Barocca: Ruby hue, vibrant red fruit (cherry, raspberry), floral notes, and a touch of garrigue. Light-bodied, fresh, with fine tannins and a clean finRegular Price£31.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£25.56 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, RobertsonGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteWeltevrede's Poet's Prayer Chardonnay 2022 is a compelling expression of Robertson terroir. The estate's commitment to showcasing site-specificity is evident in this balanced and elegant wine. A complex array of citrus and stone fruit, nuanced by a subtle minerality, leads to a textured palate with vibrant acidity and a lingering sense of poise and depth. Vivino Rating 4.4 (March 2025) Taste On the nose, a complex array of citrus and stone fruit is nuanced by a subtle minerality that speaks toRegular Price£54.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£43.96 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, SwartlandGrapes: Chenin BlancABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral WhiteA Swartland revelation. This is Chenin Blanc stripped back to its essence, showcasing the region's wild, mineral-rich terroir. Expect a taut, complex wine with nuanced fruit and a thrillingly fresh finish. For those seeking depth and character beyond the ordinary. Vivino Rating 4.3 (March 2025) Taste Swartland tenacity in a glass. Quince, apricot, flint, and chamomile on the nose. Taut, linear palate with rapier acidity and chalky texture. Savoury, mineral finish. A wine of contemplation, not ovRegular Price£36.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£29.56 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: Syrah / ShirazABV: 13%Style: Rich Full Red94 Points - Tim Atkin MW. Crafted from the finest Helderberg vineyards, Waterford Estate Kevin Arnold Shiraz is a masterful showcase of balance, depth, and complexity. Named after Waterford’s founding winemaker, this refined Shiraz embodies both power and precision—perfect for those who appreciate a structured yet expressive red. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Mar 2025) Wine Press Ratings 94 Points - Tim Atkin MW (2019 Vintage) Platter’s Wine Guide (2019 Vintage) Taste Rich aromas of dark berries, violetRegular Price£34.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£27.96 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: Cabernet SauvignonABV: 13%Style: Rich Full Red94 Points - Tim Atkin MW. Crafted 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 (Mar 2025) Wine Press Ratings 94 Points - Tim Atkin MW (2018 Vintage) 91 Points / Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards (2018 Vintage) "SwRegular Price£36.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£29.56 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet FrancABV: 13%Style: Rich Full Red90 Points - Gilbert et Gaillard. The Waterford Estate Antigo 2020 is a distinguished red blend hailing from the renowned Helderberg Mountain in Stellenbosch, South Africa. The name “Antigo” is inspired by the distinctive red clay soils of the specific Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard that forms the backbone of this blend. These rich soils impart a unique character to the wine, offering plush and elegant fruit aromatics, along with softer, sweeter tannins compared to other Waterford Estate offerings.Regular Price£21.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£17.56 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, MargauxGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, MerlotABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedA small Margaux estate with a loyal following, Château Mille Roses continues to impress. The 2020 is a finely tuned blend led by Cabernet Sauvignon, offering blackcurrant, violet and cedar on the nose, with a supple, medium-bodied palate and silky tannins. Classic Margaux charm with a modern edge. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (May 2025) Blend: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot Taste Bright and expressive, the Mille Roses Margaux opens with aromas of blackcurrant, wild berries, and a hint of violet. The pRegular Price£54.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£43.96 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Saint EmilionGrapes: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet SauvignonABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedThe La Closerie de Fourtet Saint-Emilion Grand Cru is the second wine of the outstanding Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classe, Clos Fourtet. It's often said that second wines in great vintages are an excellent way to enjoy fine Bordeaux without incurring a financial hangover, and that's definitely the case here. Its (relatively) high location and limestone soils produce elegant, fresh-tasting wines full of elegance and finesse. Red berries, black cherries, purple plums, minerals and fresh, redcurrantRegular Price£31.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£25.56 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Saint EmilionGrapes: Merlot, Cabernet SauvignonABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic Red91 Points - Wine Enthusiast. A rare chance to buy a mature Saint Emilion Premier Grand Cru Classé for an affordable price. Neighbouring Château Beau-Séjour Bécot, Château Beauséjour Duffau-Lagarosse belongs to the elite of the Saint Emilion appellation. A Saint Emilion premier grand cru classé, this château produces perfectly balanced, elegant wines of consistent high quality. With magnificent aromas of black fruit and truffles and flavours of plums, cherries, earth and savoury oak and drying miRegular Price£119.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£95.96 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Haut MedocGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit VerdotABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic Red92 Points / Silver Medal - DWWA. A standout 2016 Haut-Médoc that more than lives up to its 92-point DWWA score. Ripe blackcurrant and dark plum are underpinned by savoury notes of cedar, graphite, and a hint of spice. There’s a polished, refined edge to the tannins that speaks to its pedigree. Vivino Rating: 4 (May 2025) Wine Press Ratings 92 Points / Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards (2016 Vintage) 91 Points - Wine Enthusiast (2016 Vintage) "The rather grand chateau of this estate datesRegular Price£26.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£21.56 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Pessac LeognanGrapes: Sauvignon Blanc, SemillonABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex White93 Points - Jane Anson. A rare find indeed, the Chateau Bouscaut Blanc 2013 is a glorious example of a fully mature fine white Bordeaux. Scoring 93/100 from Jane Anson (Inside Bordeaux), its vibrant citrus fruits of youth have been replaced by richer, mellower tones of apricots, dried pears, almonds and peach stones. Superb on its own, it's the perfect partner to poultry, game birds, pate, and blue cheeses. Vivino Rating 4.1 Wine Press Ratings 93 Points - Jane Anson - Inside Bordeaux (2013 VintaRegular Price£36.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£29.56 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Saint EstepheGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet FrancABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic Red92 Points - Jane Anson - Inside Bordeaux. The Chateau Andron-Blanquet Saint-Estephe 2016 is a must-buy for any Bordeaux wine lover. With a host of major awards to its name, this brilliant estate offers exceptional value for money, particularly in fine vintages such as 2016. A classic blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, it offers a seductively soft and fruity nose that's bordered by tones of smoke, peppers and violets. Rich, ripe, and mouth-filling, the palate is full of black fruits wiRegular Price£32.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£26.36 -
Country: Spain, RiojaGrapes: Tempranillo, Graciano, GrenacheABV: 13%Style: Juicy Lively RedSoft, juicy and full of charm, this is Rioja made for relaxed, everyday drinking. Packed with ripe red berries, a touch of spice and just the lightest brush of oak, it’s everything you want from a young Tempranillo — fresh, vibrant and ready to go. No need to overthink it: just uncork, pour, and enjoy with anything from tapas to a midweek roast. Taste Bright ruby in the glass, this young Rioja opens with lifted aromas of red cherry, raspberry and a touch of violet. The palate is fresh and fruit-Regular Price£12.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£10.36 -
Country: New Zealand, MarlboroughGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral White92 Points - Cameron Douglas, MS. The Whitehaven Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is one of New Zealand’s finest Sauvignons and is the winner of 5 international gold medals. The 2023 was awarded 94 points by Wine Orbit which described it as "Wonderfully fruited and fresh on the nose showing Granny Smith apple, nettle, lime zest and white floral aromas, it's intensely flavoursome on the palate offering excellent fruit purity and persistency, making it delicious and highly enjoyable.” Classic and classRegular Price£18.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£15.16 -
Country: Spain, MurciaGrapes: Monastrell / Mourvedre / MataroABV: 13%Style: Juicy Lively RedThe Bodegas Bastida En Paradero Desconocido is an excellent example of how good the wines from Murcia in South East Spain have become. Medium-bodied with an aroma of fresh fruits of the forest, on the palate it's lively, well-fruited - strawberries, cherries, raspberries and plums - with a lovely lift of flowers that combine with the fresh, strawberry acidity to give it life and energy. Enjoy this on its own or with red meat or pink fish. About the Producer Founded in 1950, Bodegas Bastida is aRegular Price£14.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£11.96 -
Country: New Zealand, MarlboroughGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral White90 Points - Wine Review Online. The Rapaura Springs Reserve Sauvignon Blanc was borne of the challenging, but ultimately successful 2023 New Zealand vintage. The nights were particularly cool which boosted aromatics and helped develop flavour complexity and the unusually long, cool growing season gave the wines extra freshness and minerality. Wineries that held their nerve and picked late were rewarded with exceptional fruit which the Rapaura Springs team handled with typical care, batch fermenRegular Price£17.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£14.36 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Saint EmilionGrapes: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet FrancABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedIn common with all the leading properties in Saint Emilion, Chateau Palais Cardinal produced an exceptional 2022. Given 92/93 points from James Suckling, the 50-year-old vines allow Nicolas Ballande to produce an outstanding wine. In many ways the 2022 was the result of work that was started in 2008. It was then that this ancient estate was given a new lease of life after years of underperformance. The winery was completely overhauled with outdated presses and vats being replaced by state-of-theRegular Price£29.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£23.96 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, MargauxGrapes: MerlotABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedChateau les Vimieres le Tronquera is that rarest of jewels: an affordable fine Bordeaux. This tiny (0.45-hectare) estate is home to seventy-year-old vines that produce minuscule quantities of super-concentrated grapes. Decadently rich, yet supple and elegant, this offers Grand Cru levels of complexity with Margaux’s signature finesse. Produced by Eric Boissenot, consultant to Chateau Latour and Chateau Lafite, this is your chance to try a superstar wine at a down-to-earth price. Wine Press RatinRegular Price£49.95Bank Holiday Special - 20% off Sitewide£39.96
