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Country: Spain, Murcia, YeclaGrapes: Monastrell / Mourvedre / Mataro, Syrah / ShirazABV: 14.5%Style: Smooth Fruity RedA vibrant and expressive blend, the De Nariz Coupage Monastrell - Syrah showcases the bold character of Monastrell alongside the elegance of Syrah. Intense aromas of dark fruits, blackberries, and plums are complemented by subtle spice and floral notes. Rich and full-bodied with smooth tannins and a peppery finish, this wine reflects the unique terroir of Yecla. Vinos de Nariz, a boutique winery committed to sustainable practices and minimal intervention, captures the true essence of the region’ -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteCrafted from old vines planted on Chablis’ renowned limestone soils, this limited-edition cuvée showcases the purity and finesse of the region. The 2022 vintage offers vibrant citrus and ripe orchard fruit, layered with subtle floral and mineral notes. Aged on fine lees, it delivers a beautifully rounded texture while retaining the crisp acidity that defines classic Chablis. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Mar 2025) Taste A beautifully textured Chablis from old vines, the Héritage 1893 opens with bright citRegular Price£45.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£36.76 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThe Sylvain Mosnier Chablis 1er Cru Beauroy is a classic example of Chablis. The Beauroy site, designated as a Premier Cru ‘climat,’ features limestone-rich soils that produce fresh, clean, and mineral-rich wines. Sylvain Mosnier's traditional approach avoids new oak, resulting in wines that are delightful when young but also have the potential to age and develop beautifully in the bottle. Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - Gilbert et Gaillard | Double Gold Medal (2021 Vintage) "Beautiful pale goldRegular Price£43.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£35.16 -
Country: Spain, MontsantGrapes: Grenache, Carignan, Syrah / Shiraz, MerlotABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red91 Points - James Suckling. Lopez-Alonso Potente is a bold, characterful red from Montsant in Catalunya’s Tarragona region — a rising star of Spanish wine. Crafted from a blend of Garnacha, Syrah, Merlot and Cariñena, it’s a wine that brings together Mediterranean warmth, old-vine fruit and a distinctly modern polish. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Apr 2025) Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - James Suckling (2022 Vintage) Taste Deep violet in colour, it opens with vibrant aromas of fresh strawberries alongside -
Country: Spain, RiojaGrapes: Tempranillo, Graciano, GrenacheABV: 13.5%Style: Smooth Fruity RedThis Crianza from Marqués del Silvo offers classic Rioja depth and elegance, is sustainably produced, and enjoys excellent critical acclaim; making it a superb choice for Rioja enthusiasts. TasteAromas of blueberries, blackberries and subtle raisin notes lead to a palate with juicy tannins, mineral character, and flavours of blackberries, cherries, and plums. The wine is elegant and lingers with a pleasant, fruity finish. ProducerMarqués del Silvo is a rising star in Rioja, producing estate-grow -
Country: Italy, PugliaGrapes: NegroamaroABV: 12.5%Style: Smooth Fruity RedFrom the heel of Italy, Puglia, this Negroamora del Salento from the family run, award winning winery of Varvaglione has an abundance of wild fruit with a pleasant streak of vanilla and a silky finish. Ruby red with shades of purple; the nose has fascinating scents of wild berries. The palate is marked by vanilla with a long lingering finish and a velvety texture. Taste Ruby red with shades of purple; the nose has fascinating scents of wild berries. The palate is marked by vanilla with a long li -
Country: Spain, Ribera del DueroGrapes: TempranilloABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red92 Points / Silver Medal - DWWA. An authentic hidden treasure of Ribera del Duero, La Cepa Alta is a 35-hectare estate quietly nestled between two of Spain’s most iconic names — Pingus and Vega Sicilia. Combining elegance and power, this is one of the region’s great undiscovered wines, offering serious pedigree without the fanfare. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Apr 2025) Wine Press Ratings 92 Points / Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards (2022 Vintage) Taste Spiced red berries and blackberry fruit le -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, ElginGrapes: Syrah / ShirazABV: 13.5%Style: Savoury Classic Red90 Points - IWSC. The 2022 Off the Record Syrah marks the third vintage of this remarkable wine, crafted from a small parcel of Shiraz grapes grown on a truly exceptional site. Nestled high on the Ceres Plateau, this vineyard is rooted in nutrient-rich Bokkeveld shale soils and thrives at an extraordinary altitude of 1,000 metres above sea level. One of the rare South African vineyards blanketed by snow in winter, it produces grapes of remarkable character and intensity. With only 3,960 bottles -
Country: Australia, Barossa ValleyGrapes: Syrah / ShirazABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red94 Points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit. Hailing from the outstanding 2022 Barossa Valley vintage, the Lou Miranda Estate Fierce III Shiraz is an outstanding example of super-premium Australian Shiraz. Grown on the family’s vineyards at Rowland Flat and Lyndoch in the southern Barossa Valley on single wire trellises, the grapes ripened to perfection, harmoniously balancing fruit, tannin, and acidity. Following a careful fermentation with regular pumping over to maximise extraction, it was matured in Ame -
Country: Spain, RiojaGrapes: MalvasiaABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex White92 Points - Tm Atkin MW. Crafted from meticulously hand-harvested Malvasía grapes, Casa La Rad Viñedos Singulares Edición Especial is a stunning showcase of Rioja’s white winemaking heritage. Grown at 546 metres altitude from 49-year-old vines, the grapes undergo a traditional skin-contact maceration before gentle pressing, enhancing texture and complexity. Aged for 8 to 10 months in a mix of French and American oak barriques, this wine delivers an elegant balance of ripe stone fruit, citrus zes -
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-the -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Haut MedocGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, MerlotABV: 13.5%Style: Savoury Classic Red90 Points - Wine Enthusiast. Chateau Laroze Labatisse is a relatively modern estate that builds on ancient winemaking roots. The passion project of Gérard Bougès, it started life in 1983 when Gérard decided to develop some family-owned land in Fournas, in the town of Saint Sauveur, just inland from the prized commune of Pauillac. Seeing the land's potential for producing top-flight wines, he began assembling small, high-quality plots and released his first vintage in 1988. Ever the perfectionist -
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£32.95Christmas Offer - SAVE 25%£24.72 -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Cotes de BourgGrapes: Merlot, Cabernet SauvignonABV: 13.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedThe Chateau Tertre de Viaud 2022 highlights the quality of both the Cotes de Bourg and the 2022 Bordeaux vintage. Inky purple with a charming pink rim, the nose offers ripe notes of plum, cherry, kirsch, baked earth, spices, and blueberries. In the mouth, it's medium-bodied with a lovely purity to the bramble, red and black berries, and damson fruit. Supporting notes of tobacco, green peppers, and flowers make for a mesmering and complete drinking experience. Bravo! 92 Points - Wine Enthusia -
Country: France, Rhone ValleyGrapes: GrenacheABV: 15%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. Vivino Rating: 4 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, Walker BayGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex White94 Points - Platters Guide. This rich and expressive Sauvignon Blanc is fermented and aged for 12 months in a combination of new (40%) and older oak barrels. It boasts a vibrant bouquet, with elegant notes of exotic fruits such as starfruit and dragon fruit, intertwined with tropical accents of passionfruit and ripe pineapple, and subtle hints of yellow peach. Herbal nuances and a touch of exotic spice add depth to its pronounced fruit profile. With bright acidity and a lingering finish, this wi -
Country: Spain, Ribera del DueroGrapes: Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, MerlotABV: 15.5%Style: Rich Full Red92 Points - Tim Atkin MW. When a producer’s ‘entry-level’ wine scores 92/100 from leading Spanish wine critic Tim Atkin MW and 93+ from Robert Parker, you know it’s something special. But then everything about Pago de Carraovejas Tinto is special. From its exceptionally well-sited high-altitude vines to its meticulous hand production, and the input from Pingus’s and Vega Sicilia's winemakers it’s a remarkable wine, one that every lover of fine Spanish red wine needs to try. Produced from a blend -
Country: Chile, Limari ValleyGrapes: Syrah / ShirazABV: 14%Style: Rich Full RedThe Valdivieso Caballo Loco Grand Cru Limari is another of Valdivieso’s flagship wines, one that utilises fruit from their best plantings of Syrah, Carmenere, Malbec, and Pinot Noir grapes. While Limari is one of the finest of Chile’s wine regions, it’s also one of the most inhospitable. Annual rainfall of around 90mm (3.5 inches) combined with poor clay and chalk soils mean that vines struggle and the resulting fruit can be superb. A blend of Syrah, Carmenere, Malbec and Pinot Noir may not soun -
Country: Argentina, CatamarcaGrapes: BonardaABV: 14%Style: Smooth Fruity RedBonarda, or Douce Noir in Eastern France, is a great alternative to Malbec that you must try. Argentina's second most planted variety, it is a lovely easy drinking, fresh and fruit driven wine with great colour and notably soft tannins. Taste Deep and bright colour, juicy dark fruits with a soft and supple finish with great structure. About the Producer Durigutti Family Winemakers: Brothers Hector and Pablo are passionate about expressing the characteristics of Argentina’s various terroirs along -
Country: USA, CaliforniaGrapes: Cabernet SauvignonABV: 15%Style: Rich Full RedOrin Swift Palermo, a captivating blend with a core of Cabernet Sauvignon that mirrors Napa Valley's spirit, unfolding intense aromas of dark fruit and blackberry pie, leading to a velvety palate of black cherry, vanilla, and spice, all embraced by seamlessly integrated tannins, delivering a gratifying finish - making it your ideal companion for hearty delights like grilled steak or braised beef, sure to leave a lasting impression on your wine journey. Vivino Rating: 4.5 (Oct 2024) Tasting Note -
Country: USA, CaliforniaGrapes: GrenacheABV: 15.5%Style: Rich Full Red92 Points - Decanter. Orin Swift Abstract is a meticulously crafted red wine known for its rich and complex character. It is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Petite Sirah, creating a harmonious symphony of flavours. The wine exhibits a deep, visually striking hue and a captivating aroma profile that ranges from fruity to floral, with subtle notes of dark chocolate and spice. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied experience with robust tannins and a bold, fruit-forward taste. The finish is long a -
Country: Italy, VenetoGrapes: CorvinaABV: 13.5%Style: Smooth Fruity RedProduced from vineyards that lie at altitudes of over 500m, the Tenute Ca' Botta Rubicondo Rosso blends freshness with power. Created using a hand-picked mix of traditional Venetian grapes including Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella, this moreish wine is well-structured and delicious. Expert winemaking, including a long, slow fermentation, and ageing in small, 225-litre barrels has created a wine of admirable complexity that’s fit to rank alongside some of Veneto’s best (and far more expensive) r -
Country: France, Rhone ValleyGrapes: GrenacheABV: 14%Style: Juicy Lively RedNicknamed by the winemaking team as their ‘Buddy’ wine, the Chateau de Gourdon 921 Le Coq Rouge Cotes du Rhone was created to be a joyous, easy-going wine. Rich dark ruby red colour with a pretty pink rim, the bouquet is a classic mix of stewed blackberries, raspberries and black pepper. Juicy and lively on the palate, there’s a lovely balance between black fruits, red berries, cherries, and spices. Perfect with hard cheeses, red meats or mushroom dishes. Produced from a blend of Grenache with a -
Country: France, Rhone ValleyGrapes: GrenacheABV: 15%Style: Rich Full RedA traditional blend of Grenache (60%) and Syrah (40%), Chateau de Gourdon Vase de Pierre Cotes du Rhone is unusual in being so elegant and refined. Despite boasting an impressive 15% alcohol, its structure is fine and complex. This is achieved by de-stemming the Syrah, giving both grapes long (30 day), cool fermentations and keeping oak ageing to a minimum. The result is an impressively intense, but beautifully rounded wine. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Jul 2025) Taste Deep purple, the bouquet is dominat