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Country: Italy, TuscanyGrapes: SangioveseABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic Red93 Points - Decanter. Cava d’Onice Colombaio Brunello di Montalcino 2017 is a sophisticated single-vineyard Brunello, offering layered fruit, mineral complexity and seamless structure. Produced by a passionate family estate committed to micro-terroir and quality, it has attracted both critical and consumer acclaim and stands as a benchmark for small-production Brunello with unmistakable character. TasteA vivid, deep ruby-red in the glass, the 2017 Cava d’Onice Colombaio Brunello di Montalcino reRegular Price£74.95Spring Sale - SAVE 35%£48.72 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Montagne Saint-EmilionGrapes: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet SauvignonABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedSavvy Saint-Emilion lovers often look to the neighbouring commune of Montagne Saint-Emilion. Tasting the Clos de Bouard Dame de Bouard Montagne Saint-Emilion 2017, the second wine of it's easy to see why. Packed with juicy red and black berries, black cherries, chocolate, and a touch of clay minerals to the finish, it's a lot of wine for sensible money. Drink now with cured meats, pizza, pasta or meatballs. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Apr 2025) Blend: 66% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 9% Cabernet SauviRegular Price£29.95Spring Sale - SAVE 35%£19.47 -
Country: France, ProvenceGrapes: Vermentino / RolleABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Fruity WhiteDomaine 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 white cherries and vine peaches, punctuated by light floral touches of honeysuckle. Dry in profile, it is smooth and silky on the palate with a polished texture, while the acidity is juicy, offering a wonderful sensation of freshness.Regular Price£33.95Spring Sale - SAVE 35%£22.07 -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: NebbioloABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedPietro Rinaldi San Cristoforo Barbaresco 2020 is an elegant Nebbiolo showing vibrant floral aromas, black cherry fruit, and a mineral backbone. Crafted by a fourth-generation family estate rooted in Alba, it’s a true expression of Piedmont’s traditions and terroir. Recognised with 90 points and praised by consumers on Vivino. TasteIntense ruby red with garnet reflections, the 2020 San Cristoforo Barbaresco opens with aromas of withered rose, violet, and enticing balsamic and mineral notes. On t
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Country: Chile, Colchagua ValleyGrapes: CarmenereABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red94 Points - Alistair Cooper MW. Purple Angel is one of Chile’s benchmark Carmenères. Drawn from old vines in Colchagua Valley and sharpened with a small dash of Petit Verdot, it’s a flagship red that combines depth, polish and real ageing potential. A powerful wine, but one that keeps its composure. Taste Inky and concentrated, with aromas of blackberry, cassis and dark plum layered with cocoa, cedar and a flicker of sweet spice. The palate is full-bodied and structured, with plush tannins, fres -
Country: Chile, Colchagua ValleyGrapes: CarmenereABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red93 Points - Wine Review Online. Textbook expression of Chile’s signature grape from Montes. Sourced largely from vineyards in Colchagua Valley, it shows the estate’s knack for producing polished, characterful reds that deliver both depth and drinkability. Generous, smooth and packed with flavour, it’s a reliable benchmark for modern Carmenère. Taste Deep ruby in the glass, with aromas of ripe blackberry, plum and black cherry layered with notes of dark chocolate, sweet spice and a hint of tobacc -
Country: Italy, TuscanyGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, SangioveseABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red95 Points - Raffaele Vecchione. Solengo was the brainchild of the legendary winemaker and father of Super Tuscan wines, Giacomo Tachis. The first vintage was 1995 and is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Sangiovese. The wines are aged in French barriques for twelve months and are blended just before the bottling. A long period in bottle follows before the finished Solengo is released. Solengo, by the way, means solitary wild boar in Tuscan, and describes perfectly the regal, p -
Country: New Zealand, Hawke's BayGrapes: Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet SauvignonABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red95 Points - Cameron Douglas. Esk Valley River Gravel is a rich, complex, and elegant blend from Hawke’s Bay that marries expressive dark fruit with refined oak and seamless structure. Crafted by a trailblazing winery renowned for its artisanal methods and focus on unique terroir, this wine is recognised for excellence by leading critics and offers impressive ageing potential for any serious wine collection. Wine Press Ratings 95 Points - Cameron Douglas, MS (2021 Vintage) "Opaque appearance wit -
Country: Spain, Ribera del DueroGrapes: Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, MerlotABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red95 Points - Jeb Dunnuck. A modern Ribera benchmark, Pago de Carraovejas Tinto 2023 captures the estate’s signature polish and depth. Silky dark fruit, fine spice and a fresh, lifted finish make this both immediately appealing and built with quiet confidence — a sleek expression of Ribera del Duero at its most refined. Vivino Rating: 4.4 (Feb 2026) Wine Press Ratings 95 Points - Jeb Dunnuck (2023 Vintage) Taste The Pago de Carraovejas has a brooding, inky blue-black robe from which rise notes of -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah / Shiraz, Cabernet FrancABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic Red93 Points - Gilbert & Gaillard. A great-value red from the historic Alto Estate, nestled beneath the imposing Helderberg Mountains. Their iconic Rouge blends richness and finesse in a style that’s both approachable and polished. Layered fruit, subtle complexity and smooth structure make it perfect on its own or with food, showcasing the quality of Alto Estate without the premium price tag. Taste Ripe black cherry and plum take centre stage, underpinned by hints of tobacco, spice and cedar. TRegular Price£18.9520% Off South Africa£15.16 -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: NebbioloABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedCagliero’s Terlo 2020 is a confident, structured Barolo with classic power and finesse. Though still in its early years, it’s already showing glimpses of the complexity that will come with patience. Winemaker Stefano has shaped this wine to express the Terlo cru’s natural tension between ripe fruit and savoury minerality, creating a Barolo that will evolve beautifully over the next decade or more. Taste The nose opens with bright red cherry, cranberry, and hints of dried herbs, underpinned by su -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: NebbioloABV: 14.5%Style: Juicy Lively RedBarolo's little brother, Langhe Nebbiolo, is a younger and more approachable wine that doesn't require years of aging to soften the tannins, unlike some Barolos. While still retaining all the charming characteristics of Nebbiolo, the addition of 10% Barbera into the blend gives it a softer side. Expect beautifully perfumed red fruits and a smooth, balanced, and long finish. Taste Canebbio is an elegant and refined wine, and its colour of mellow red garnet shades out to burnt orange near the side -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: BarberaABV: 14.5%Style: Juicy Lively RedCagliero’s Barbera d’Alba Superiore 2021 is a bright, expressive red that captures the grape’s natural vibrancy. Winemaker Stefano has crafted a wine with pure fruit, lively freshness, and effortless charm — a Barbera that’s immediately enjoyable. Taste Bright ruby in the glass, the 2021 opens with aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and a hint of violet. The palate is juicy and focused, with ripe red fruit, gentle spice, and subtle earthy notes. Smooth tannins and fresh acidity give the wine lift, -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: NebbioloABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedCagliero’s Terlo 2021 is a fresh, energetic Barolo that already shows the Terlo cru’s precision and structure. Winemaker Stefano has crafted this vintage to capture the vibrant fruit and minerality of the site, while giving the wine the backbone to develop over the next 10–15 years. It’s a Terlo that’s compelling now but built for patience. Taste Bright ruby in colour, the 2021 opens with notes of red cherry, wild strawberry, and subtle floral hints. On the palate, youthful, firm tannins support -
Country: Portugal, DouroGrapes: Touriga Nacional, Touriga FrancaABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red96 Points - Revista Fugas. Xisto Roquette & Cazes is a Douro red that knows exactly what it wants to be. Rich and ripe, but not overblown, it shows the quality of old vines and careful winemaking. Serious wine, but entirely approachable. Wine Press Ratings 96 Points - Revista Fugas 91 Points / Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards (2019 Vintage) "Black olive tapenade, fresh cherry and a hint of black pepper lead to a palate of sweet oak and plush fig." Tasting Notes Black cherry and bl -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: Merlot, Cabernet FrancABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full RedInspired by the world-renowned wines of the famed ‘Right Bank’ of Bordeaux’s Garonne River, the vision of De Toren Z originated, followed by the maiden vintage release in 2004. The exact same quality, precision and winemaking philosophy that De Toren is so well known for, would be used to craft an equal for the Left-Bank, De Toren Fusion V. This complementary Right-Bank Bordeaux styled wine is today better known as the eminent, De Toren Z. Wine Press Ratings 94 Points - Tim Atkin MW (2019 VintagRegular Price£97.9520% Off South Africa£78.36 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: Cabernet SauvignonABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedHandcrafted – Traditional – Unhurried. Grangehurst Winery is a boutique wine cellar on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain in Stellenbosch, aged for 15 years in their own cellar before release, this particular wine is a must try, full-bodied barrel matured red wine with smooth, ripe tannins, especially if you like a great quality Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot / this wine has the benefit of not having to age in the bottle yourself. Typically, Jeremy only releases his wines once they are beautifuRegular Price£59.9520% Off South Africa£47.96 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: Cabernet SauvignonABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red91 Points - Tim Atkin MW. Nikela is a “Cape Blend” of Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinotage, Shiraz & Roobernet. The word “Nikela” (pronounced “Ni-care-la”) is a Nguni (Xhosa/Zulu) word meaning “to offer a gift of dedication, respect or a tribute to one’s ancestors” - this wine being a tribute to winemaker Jeremy Walker’s late parents, Eddie and Betty, who contributed greatly to the establishment of Grangehurst, which was named after their childhood homes - “The Grange” and “Hurst Close” - in EnglanRegular Price£64.9520% Off South Africa£51.96 -
Country: France, Rhone Valley, Chateauneuf-du-PapeGrapes: GrenacheABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedA favourite Châteauneuf-du-Pape producer of Robert Parker, Domaine Roger Sabon, established in 1952 produces a modern style of wine, with the Cuvée Les Olivets a stunning fruit forward Cuvée from vines over 50 years of age. A bright ruby colour. Toasted, furry, brothy and undergrowth nose. Ripe tannins are assorted with ripe black cherry on the palate. With previous vintages rated as high as 99 points by Robert Parker - it shows the remarkable consistency of Roger Sabon's wines. Wine Press Ratin -
Country: Spain, Murcia, YeclaGrapes: Monastrell / Mourvedre / MataroABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedThe De Nariz Monastrell is a bold, full-bodied red that showcases the depth and character of Yecla’s unique terroir. Produced by Vinos de Nariz, a boutique winery known for its commitment to sustainable practices and minimal intervention, this wine reflects the essence of the Monastrell grape. With its rich dark fruit flavours and subtle spice, it’s a perfect expression of the region’s signature style. Ideal for those who appreciate wines with power, balance, and a true sense of place. Taste The -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Sainte-Foy Cotes de BordeauxGrapes: MerlotABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic Red94 Points - Andreas Larsson. Château Martet sits in the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux, a tucked-away appellation between Saint-Émilion and Monbazillac, where the right-bank terroir produces wines with both character and finesse. The Réserve de Famille is the estate’s flagship cuvée, made from the best parcels and crafted with meticulous care. The 2020 shows the estate at its polished, expressive best. Generous, structured, and built for both enjoyment now and cellaring. Taste Plush dark plum and -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: BarberaABV: 14.5%Style: Smooth Fruity RedA brilliant example of Barbera from one of Piedmont’s great names. The 2023 Ca’ di Pian is packed with juicy dark fruit, lively freshness, and just the right touch of spice — deliciously versatile at the table and seriously good value. Taste The 2023 Ca’ di Pian Barbera d’Asti Superiore is bright and expressive, brimming with ripe cherry, plum, and blackberry fruit. There’s a lifted floral note, a hint of spice, and a touch of mocha from time in oak. The palate is sleek and concentrated, with Ba -
Country: USA, CaliforniaGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 14.5%Style: Classy Complex White92 Points - Wine Enthusiast. A benchmark Napa Chardonnay that marries richness with restraint. Fruit from Carneros, St. Helena and the mountain slopes brings a seamless balance of brightness and depth — spiced apple, baked pear and lemon cream layered over subtle oak and a long, humming finish. Aged mainly in one-to-two-year Pahlmeyer barrels, it shows texture, freshness and quiet authority. Classy, composed and built to impress. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Oct 2025) Wine Press Ratings 92 Points - Wine -
Country: Italy, TuscanyGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet FrancABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red95 Points - Wine Spectator. Angelo Gaja’s Ca’ Marcanda estate has long been proof that the magic of Bolgheri lies in precision as much as power. The 2018 vintage captures that balance perfectly — a year that favoured freshness over sheer weight, allowing the Bordeaux varieties to show remarkable poise and definition. This is a wine of quiet confidence: structured yet refined, with beautiful harmony between fruit, oak, and texture. It’s a reminder that Gaja’s brilliance isn’t confined to Piedmont -
Country: France, Bordeaux, SauternesGrapes: SemillonABV: 14.5%Style: Sweet and Fortified93 Points - Winedoctor. Château Climens stands at the pinnacle of Barsac, crafting some of the most refined sweet wines in Bordeaux. The 1999 vintage showcases the estate’s hallmark elegance and precision — a beautifully mature expression of its limestone-rich terroir. Taste Golden amber in colour, the wine opens with aromas of dried apricot, orange zest, honeycomb and toasted almond. The palate is silky and layered, balancing sweetness with lively acidity. Notes of caramelised pear and spice li -
Country: France, Rhone ValleyGrapes: Syrah / ShirazABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedThe M. Chapoutier Ermitage Les Greffieux 2020 is a distinguished red with deep complexity, elegant tannins, and a rich, expressive character defined by dark fruits, spice, and savory accents. Crafted by a pioneering Rhône producer, whose commitment to quality and innovation is unmatched, this wine consistently impresses critics and enthusiasts alike, earning high scores and widespread admiration. TasteThe 2020 M. Chapoutier Ermitage Les Greffieux offers a full-bodied palate with ripe, rounded ta -
Country: Portugal, AlentejoGrapes: Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, Syrah / Shiraz, Alicante BouschetABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full RedEsporão Torre de Esporão 2017 epitomises complex Portuguese winemaking, blending rich fruit and dark chocolate notes with finesse and depth. Created at one of the Alentejo’s most sustainable and innovative estates, it is an award-winning red with a stellar critical and Vivino record - an outstanding choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike. TasteTorre de Esporão 2017 is dense and almost opaque in colour, delivering a complex and concentrated bouquet of blueberries, dark chocolate liqueur, liq -
Country: Chile, Aconcagua ValleyGrapes: CarmenereABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full RedErrazuriz Kai Carménère 2020 is the flagship expression of this signature Chilean grape, sourced from the Aconcagua Valley. Deep, rich and intensely aromatic, it layers black fruits with spice, herbs and a touch of dark chocolate, supported by refined tannins and impressive length. A benchmark Carmenère with both power and elegance, it reflects Errazuriz’s mastery of the variety. TasteA deep, plush Carmenère with layers of ripe blueberry and blackcurrant framed by paprika and black pepper spice
