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Country: Spain, Galicia, RibeiroGrapes: Treixadura, Godello, AlbarinoABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThis expressive Galician white is a blend of Treixadura with small amounts of Godello and Albariño, sourced from several prized vineyards — La Cabrita, La Castiñeira, La Viña del Médico, and Paraje de la Mina — all planted on sandy soils over granite. Fermentation takes place parcel by parcel, in stainless steel and French oak, with the Godello seeing three months of barrel ageing for added texture. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Oct 2025) Wine Press Ratings 96 Points - Tim Atkin MW (2023 Vintage) Taste Fr -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedA blend of two vineyard parcels, Les Planchots and Les Pimentiers, yields a unique combination. While one boasts stony, well-draining soil, the other features a clayey, less profound terrain. The vines, with an average age surpassing 60 years, and some exceeding 90 years, bear modest yields. However, their grapes are distinguished by remarkable ripeness and intense aromatic concentration. Taste With a medium intensity colour, the Savigny-Lès-Beaune of the Domaine Decelle & Fils offers an eleRegular Price£49.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£39.96 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedFrom the single vineyard Crais de Chêne in Fixin, Naddef’s 2023 shows the domaine’s hallmark balance of structure and finesse. Hand-harvested and carefully vinified, it captures the depth and rustic charm of Fixin with a polished, modern touch. Taste Bright ruby in colour, with aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and a hint of spice. The palate is vibrant and expressive, combining juicy fruit with earthy undertones, fine tannins, and a fresh, mineral finish that reflects its Côte de Nuits terroir.Regular Price£64.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£51.96 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 13%Style: Juicy Lively RedDomaine Philippe Naddef’s Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2022 comes from two carefully selected plots: “Champs des Ares” in Fixin and “Aux Longues Pièces” in Couchey, combining old-vine depth with younger-vine freshness. The grapes are hand-picked, meticulously sorted in both vineyard and cellar, 100% destemmed, and fermented with indigenous yeasts before 18 months in barrel, producing a Pinot Noir of elegance and precision. Taste This Pinot Noir is beautifully balanced, structured and refined, with hintsRegular Price£39.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£31.96
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Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedLouis Jadot’s Marsannay Longeroies 2020 comes from one of the appellation’s standout lieux-dits, delivering a Pinot Noir with real drive and clarity. It’s a polished but unpretentious Burgundy: ripe, precise fruit, a stony edge and the kind of quiet confidence you expect from Jadot in a strong vintage. Taste Bright and pure on the nose, with red cherry, raspberry and a touch of rose petal. The palate is crisp and finely etched, showing supple tannins, fresh acidity and a clean mineral line. SubtRegular Price£39.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£31.96 -
Country: Spain, Castilla y LeonGrapes: VerdejoABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex White95 Points - Guia Penin. Ossian is one of Spain’s greatest white wines. Remarkably, it is made from pre-phylloxera vines that are between 100 and 200 years old, and its levels of concentration and complexity have made many a wine lover and critic revise their opinions of Spanish white wines. Having been hand-picked, the tiny, organically farmed grapes are transported to the state-of-the-art winery for fermentation. The wine is then matured in oak vats in the coolness of the old Monastery of El Pa -
Country: Spain, Galicia, RibeiroGrapes: Treixadura, AlbarinoABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteA rare, small-production Ribeiro from the 2-hectare Viña de La Castiñeira in Ribadavia. Made from 96% Treixadura and 4% Albariño, 60% was aged on fine lees in stainless steel and 40% in 600 L French oak for six months. Bright lemon-yellow with pale gold reflections, it offers pear and mimosa aromas, a fresh and structured Atlantic-driven palate, and a long, precise finish. Only 1,982 bottles produced. Taste Bright lemon-yellow with pale gold reflections, La Sombrilla 2023 shows aromas of pear an -
Country: Spain, Galicia, RibeiroGrapes: Treixadura, Godello, AlbarinoABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThis expressive Galician white is a blend of Treixadura with small amounts of Godello and Albariño, sourced from several prized vineyards — La Cabrita, La Castiñeira, La Viña del Médico, and Paraje de la Mina — all planted on sandy soils over granite. Fermentation takes place parcel by parcel, in stainless steel and French oak, with the Godello seeing three months of barrel ageing for added texture. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Oct 2025) Wine Press Ratings 96 Points - Tim Atkin MW (2023 Vintage) Taste Fr -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex White91 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 -
Country: Spain, Castilla y LeonGrapes: VerdejoABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex White95 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. -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Rich Fruity WhiteOld 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 thRegular Price£41.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£33.56 -
Country: France, Loire ValleyGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral WhiteFrom 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 -
Country: Australia, Margaret RiverGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThe Uovo Chardonnay 2023 is Larry Cherubino’s take on a modern, site-driven Chardonnay. Fermented in a mix of stainless steel and large oak egg-shaped vats—hence the name ‘Uovo’—it balances freshness and texture, highlighting the purity of the fruit while giving subtle weight and creaminess. The 2023 vintage, with its bright, energetic climate, yields a wine of focus and elegance, designed to express both vineyard character and winemaking precision. Taste Pale gold in the glass, the Uovo Chardon -
Country: Australia, Margaret RiverGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteThe 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 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThe 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 seRegular Price£34.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£27.96 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedDomaine Philippe Naddef’s Gevrey-Chambertin En Songe 2022 is a refined expression of Côte de Nuits Pinot Noir. Sourced from carefully tended vineyards, the grapes are hand-picked, 100% destemmed, and fermented with indigenous yeasts before aging in oak barrels, producing a wine of depth, precision, and vibrant energy. Taste This wine is elegant and structured, with aromas of red and dark berries, subtle spice, and earthy undertones. The palate is layered and refined, showing juicy fruit, silky tRegular Price£86.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£69.56 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedMichel 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 balanceRegular Price£39.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£31.96 -
Country: USA, CaliforniaGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral White94 Points - Wine Enthusiast. A Sauvignon Blanc of real precision and poise, balancing bright citrus energy with layered texture. Fruit from Napa’s valley floor and mountain vineyards brings both tension and depth — notes of lemon zest, thyme and white peach glide into a mineral finish with a gentle grip. Lees stirring adds subtle richness without dulling its vivid freshness. Focused, complex and alive with detail. Vivino Rating: 4.2 (Oct 2025) Wine Press Ratings 94 Points - Wine Enthusiast (2022 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedFrom the single vineyard Crais de Chêne in Fixin, Naddef’s 2023 shows the domaine’s hallmark balance of structure and finesse. Hand-harvested and carefully vinified, it captures the depth and rustic charm of Fixin with a polished, modern touch. Taste Bright ruby in colour, with aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and a hint of spice. The palate is vibrant and expressive, combining juicy fruit with earthy undertones, fine tannins, and a fresh, mineral finish that reflects its Côte de Nuits terroir.Regular Price£64.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£51.96 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 13%Style: Juicy Lively RedDomaine Philippe Naddef’s Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2022 comes from two carefully selected plots: “Champs des Ares” in Fixin and “Aux Longues Pièces” in Couchey, combining old-vine depth with younger-vine freshness. The grapes are hand-picked, meticulously sorted in both vineyard and cellar, 100% destemmed, and fermented with indigenous yeasts before 18 months in barrel, producing a Pinot Noir of elegance and precision. Taste This Pinot Noir is beautifully balanced, structured and refined, with hintsRegular Price£39.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£31.96 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedSaint-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 PérièRegular Price£48.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£39.16 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThe 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 witRegular Price£48.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£39.16 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Haut-MedocGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit VerdotABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic Red93/94 Points - James Suckling. From one of the Haut-Médoc’s standout estates, this 2016 release of Lamothe-Bergeron’s “Nove” shows just how good modern Bordeaux can be. Ripe blackcurrant and plum flavours are wrapped in smooth tannins, with a touch of cedar and graphite for that unmistakable Left Bank character. It’s refined but generous, drinking beautifully now and still full of life for a few more years in the cellar. A great example of why 2016 is such a beloved vintage. Vivino Rating: 4.0 ( -
Country: Italy, SicilyGrapes: CarricanteABV: 13%Style: Rich Fruity WhiteGaja Idda Bianco 2024 offers crystalline citrus and mineral drive, shaped by Etna’s volcanic slopes and Gaja’s exacting standards. Crafted by a legendary Italian producer in partnership with a local visionary, it is highly rated by both critics and wine lovers, standing as a reference for contemporary Sicilian whites. TasteGaja Idda Bianco 2024 is a Carricante from Mount Etna that delivers striking mineral freshness, with aromas of citrus, wisteria, melon, and a touch of marzipan. The palate is -
Country: Argentina, Uco ValleyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteZuccardi Fosil San Pablo Chardonnay 2021 is a chiselled, mineral white from Argentina’s high Andes, exuding citrus, chalk, and freshness. Crafted by a leading innovator in the country, it combines terroir-driven precision with top critical and Vivino acclaim - showcasing the world-class potential of Uco Valley Chardonnay. TasteFosil San Pablo Chardonnay 2021 offers crystalline citrus purity, with aromas of confit lemon, lime curd, and white peach. On the palate, it is taut and mineral-driven, co -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: CorteseABV: 13%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteGavi is one of the most fashionable white regions in Italy and the Cortese grape is king. Bergaglio's Gavi di Gavi La Minaia from the sub-zone of Rovereto is 100% stainless steel fermented and left to rest in the bottle before being released. White peach and acacia aromatics, with soft honeyed richness, a cool mineral streak, beautifully balanced and fresh through to the long finish. The palate is crisp and dry, with a hint of ripe pears and a complex array of red and green apples, the finish is -
Country: Italy, SicilyGrapes: Carricante, CatarattoABV: 13%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteTenuta Ferrata Ceneris Etna Bianco 2023 is a crisp, mineral-driven white from Sicily’s storied volcanic slopes, uniting the freshness of Carricante and Catarratto with the region’s signature energy. Produced by a passionate family estate harnessing Etna’s wild spirit, and already drawing high praise, it stands out as a compelling choice for lovers of terroir-driven Mediterranean whites. TasteThis vibrant Sicilian white - principally Carricante with a dash of Catarratto - pours a straw yellow wit -
Country: France, Languedoc-RoussillonGrapes: GrenacheABV: 13%Style: Ripe Fruity RoséGold Medal Winner Concours Général Agricole Paris. A consistently award winning pale salmon pink rose made in the fashionable Provencal style. The Cuvee "4 Saisons" offers fantastic value for money and is a deliciously refreshing aperitif. About the Producer Situated at the bottom of the Herault valley, within sight of the sea, Monts d’Hortes is owned and run by Roch Anglade, a highly qualified oenologist who used to run the viticultural research establishment at Beziers before returning to the