93 Points - Greg Sherwood MW. A rich, silky Cabernet Sauvignon from the outstanding Thelema Mountain Vineyards. Thelema have firmly entrenched themselves as one of the leaders in Cabernet Sauvignon, placing Stellenbosch Cabernet’s firmly on the global wine map. 18 months spent in barrel, 45% of which is new French oak, along with careful hand sorting have produced a truly elegant and complex Cabernet Sauvignon. About the Producer Situated on the South Easterly side of the Simonsberg Mountain wit

Crafted by the esteemed winemaker Jean-Michel Cazes, renowned owner of the 5th Growth Classified Château Lynch-Bages in Pauillac, this wine draws its name from the exquisite 'Estibals' parcel of the domaine. A harmonious blend of grape varieties, it captures the essence of the Minervois appellation with finesse. Aged meticulously in French oak barrels for 12 months, it showcases a blend of 60% Syrah, 20% Grenache, and 20% Carignan, resulting in a wine of unparalleled balance and character. Blend

Montagny, an appellation in the Côte Chalonnaise region of Burgundy only make white wines and are a fuller style and offer great value for money. This Multi award winning wine from Domaine Feuillat-Juillot is from a small 1 hectare parcel of 28 year old vines, which are carefully hand picked to ensure selection of only the best quality fruit.  Beautifully balanced wine with a mineral, chalky nose with a touch of oyster shell and floral notes. Delicious on its own or paired with shellfish and fis

Recently awarded premier cru status "Les Crays” is a terroir of limestone scree on blue Pliensbachian marl. This south-facing slope, bright and protected from the cool north wind, produces fatty wines with chiseled minerality revealing rich and multiple citrus aromas. This cuvée is harvested on several plots planted between 1930 and 1966 forming 2.16 hectares in total. Wine Press Ratings 93 Points - The Wine Front (2020) 91 Points - Decanter (2020) "In 2020, there was an uneven ripening in this

Château Bois de Rolland is situated just 17 kilometres from Saint Emilion, famous for its World Class wines like Château Angelus. This cuvée, made from old vines (Vieilles Vignes) benefits from the same clay and limestone soils, perfect for the Merlot grape to show its full potential. 70% Merlot & 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, this estate bottled wine has a lovely cherry red colour with an elegant nose of cinnamon, vanilla and red fruits. Nicely rounded with a good structure and a finish of coffee

91 Points - Greg Sherwood MW. From a small plot planted in 1986 at 230 meters above sea level, the different soil types contribute to the complexity and many facets of this wine. The Moordernaarskloof (Murderers Gorge) Chenin Blanc has delicate scents of wild flowers and fruit, especially Cape Honeysuckle, white peaches, and pineapples, with an underlying minerality. The palate fully matches the nose with a creamy sensation and a texture that combines elegance and intensity, along with concentra

92 Points - Tim Atkin MW. Handcrafted, traditional & unhurried are the key watchwords of Grangehurst Winery and their flagship wine is a blend of three Bordeaux varietals Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. The vineyards are located on the coastal part of Stellenbosch and the quality of the grapes is positively influenced by the cool southerly summer sea breezes that blow across False Bay. With over 15 years of bottle age, the Grangehurst is wonderfully smooth and complex. Vivino Ra

The postmaster of the 1800’s played an important role in the history of the Hermanuspietersfontein brand. Posmeester is an elegant Merlot offering fresh fruit and generous drinkability. Accessible, confirming his reputation as an everyday favourite. Red fruits and spice, smooth and easy drinking. Taste Brick red to purple, red fruit & spice on the nose, smooth and easy-drinking. Maturation: Matured on French oak alternatives for 3-6 months About the Producer Named in honour of the esteemed f

Bronze Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards. Château Bois de Rolland is situated just 17 kilometres from Saint Emilion, famous for its World Class wines like Château Angelus. This cuvée, made from old vines (Vieilles Vignes) benefits from the same clay and limestone soils, perfect for the Merlot grape to show its full potential. 70% Merlot & 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, this estate bottled wine has a lovely cherry red colour with an elegant nose of cinnamon, vanilla and red fruits. Nicely rounded w

The most elegant wines of the Domaine, imbued with the terroir of the Saint Tropez peninsula, Cuvee Bastide Blanche Blanc is 100% Rolle, with 10% aged in oak barrels to impart a wonderful richness and round texture. Refreshing exotic fruits are intertwined with notes of vanilla and coconut, lingering with a hint of salinity. An exceptional white from the Cru Classé vineyards of Domaine de La Croix. Taste Transparent, very pale yellow wine reveals an enticing nose, boasting a delicate floral bouq

The Domaine de La Croix vineyard, the largest of the Crus Classés Côtes de Provence, and 1 of only 18, enjoys a geographical location by the sea with an exceptional microclimate. Cuvee Éloge is a delicate and distinguished white with a beautiful fruity expression of citrus zest, along with a fine, chiseled mineral texture. On the palate, hints of mango and freshness capturing the spectacular terroir. Taste A brilliant, pale yellow colour, this wine presents an elegant nose with notes of white fl

Light, fruity, delicious and accessible, Cuvee Irresistible lives up to its name and is to be enjoyed with friends. A beautiful lemon yellow colour, this wine combines minerality with aromas of white-fleshed fruits on the nose. On the palate, lemony notes precede an elegant, slightly saline finish. Provence in a glass, from the largest Cru Classé Côtes de Provence. Blend: Rolle 60% | Sémillon 20% | Clairette 20% Taste A beautiful lemon yellow colour, this wine combines minerality with aromas of

Founded in 1882, Domaine de La Croix is ​​close to the village of La Croix Valmer and the beaches of St. Croix. Tropez. In the 1955 ranking, the winery was designated as Cru Classé de Provence and is the largest Cru Classé vineyard in the area. Cuvee Empereur is the most prestigious wine of the domaine and produced in only very small quantities.  Wine Press "This wine belongs to the breed of greats and will accompany summer aperitifs and gourmet meals with equal success." - Laurent Derhé, Presid

The most elegant wines of the Domaine, imbued with the terroir of the Saint Tropez peninsula, Cuvee Bastide Blanche Rosé is a stunning Cru Classé with a beautiful pale pink colour. It presents a delicate nose combining aromas of rose and apricot. On the palate, freshness is accompanied by hints of peach and strawberry, with finesse and roundness culminating in a saline finish. Cru Classé Provence Rosé at its finest. Taste A beautiful pale pink colour, this wine presents a delicate nose combining

The Domaine de La Croix vineyard, the largest of the Crus Classés Côtes de Provence, and 1 of only 18, enjoys a geographical location by the sea with an exceptional microclimate. Cuvee Éloge is a delicate and distinguished rosé with a very pale pink colour. This wine presents an expressive nose, offering notes of red fruits and vineyard peach. On the palate, it is round and generous, with a slightly savoury finish that captures the origin and beauty of its terroir. Blend: Grenache 70% | Cinsault

Light, fruity, delicious and accessible, Cuvee Irresistible lives up to its name and is to be enjoyed with friends. An almost luminous and pale pink colour, this wine boasts an expressive nose with aromas of peach and small red fruits. On the palate, it achieves a beautiful balance, blending freshness with citrus notes. Provence in a glass, from the largest Cru Classé Côtes de Provence. Blend: Grenache 40% | Cinsault 20% | Mourvèdre 15% | Syrah 10% | Rolle 10% | Tibouren 5% Taste An almost lumin

Lungolago is Viandante del Cielo’s white, a blend of Chardonnay with the native variety of Grechetto, producing a complex white that can evolve in the bottle for years. Named Lungolago, or ‘lakeside’, in honour of the body of water that has so much influence on the life and health of the vines, Lungolago has a delicate nose of white peach and hints of pineapple. A spicy and savoury character with distinctive fennel and peppermint from the Grechetto, the lively acidity and the wet-stones minerali

Domaine de Margüi can trace its roots back to Roman times through ruins and amphorae discovered in 2002. In 2017, the Domaine was fully renovated and became part of the Skywalker Vineyards collection. The Bastide de Margui is the Domaine's Grand Vin from the historical plot of Clos de Mingeaud, where the grapes are rigorously de-budded, hand-picked, and sorted to produce a wine of exceptional quality. Ripe white fruit notes mingle with subtle white flowers, while the palate is fresh and structur

Domaine de Margüi can trace its roots back to Roman times through ruins and amphorae discovered in 2002. In 2017, the Domaine was fully renovated and became part of the Skywalker Vineyards collection. Château Margui, the Domaine's emblematic Cuvée, boasts a nose of black fruits such as cherry, maraschino and fresh blackcurrant, enhanced by garrigue and a toasty finish in the background. On the palette the wine has a balanced acidity offering a sensation of freshness, integrated into the silky, a

92 Points - Luca Maroni. This is produced from high-altitude vineyards using hand-picked Corvina Veronese, Rondinella, and Corvinone grapes. The vines’ altitude imbues a lovely freshness and aromatics to the wine which are balanced by it being made in their patented Fermentino Ca'Botta® tank for greater richness of structure and aroma. Vivino Rating: 4.2 (May 2024) Wine Press Ratings 92 Points - Luca Maroni (2019) Taste Inviting ruby ​​red colour, it offers aromas of red fruits, blackberry, cher

Ernesto del Palacio has been making wine for over 300 years in the region of Toro, most famously known for its powerful reds made from Tinta de Toro, a variant of the internationally known Tempranillo. Their Toro Blanco, made from Verdejo and a touch of Malvasia, is a wonderfully elegant, fresh, and complex white with an abundance of fresh fruits. Taste A bright straw yellow wine with greenish reflections has an elegant, fresh and complex aroma of great intensity with a marked fruity tone that r

Malvid, an up-and-coming brand, found itself at a crossroads in 2020. The pandemic and dwindling demand from wineries compelled them to shift their focus from cultivation to crafting their own wine. Seleccion Sobre Lias is a singular limited production Verdejo made from a rigorous selection of grapes, seeking to achieve the greatest expression of the Verdejo variety by ageing on its own lees to enhance the expressiveness of the wine. Complex on the nose, with hints of white fruit and aromatic he

Delicious and incredible value for money - a must try. This Merlot from Bordeaux was awarded the highest level of HVE environmental accreditation. Château Meilhan is vinified and bottled by Guy Bailly, owner of Château le Bourdieu in the Médoc. Located near the village of Valeyrac, his chateau was built in 1830 by Phillipe Delacourt, known as the Lord of Bourdieu. This wine has a lovely nose of black fruits and toasted notes with the structure and balance you associate with Médoc wines, but for

90 Points - Tim Atkin MW. The Casa La Rad wines are made from their most valuable vineyard, the La Rad vineyard, with vines older than 35 years of age. The grapes are handpicked and carefully selected before spending 14 months in new French oak barrels and aged on its lees. This wine has an appealing mid-body that shows fresh and vibrant aromas of white peach, citrus, white flowers with mineral notes. Elegant and well balanced with a creamy texture. A gorgeous white from Rioja - a must try ! Win