The Jaume family have been making wine here since 1826 and still own the same vineyards; some of the vines are now over 100 years old. The Côtes du Rhône “Reserve” vineyards come from different types of soil but mainly from clay-limestone alluvial terraces, sands and clay. "Subtle garrigue notes accent black cherries in this medium to full-bodied wine that's round and supple on the palate and finishes silky and long." This gives the “Reserve” an extraordinary richness and complexity and a very s

91 Points - WineAlign. The Cortonesi family has owned the La Mannella farm in Montalcino for decades and are devoted to the production of Brunello di Montalcino. This wine, Lèonus, is a humble but mighty Toscana IGT made from grapes that are in fact grapes cultivated to be Brunello, from vineyards in Montalcino. 6 months oak ageing, this great value Toscana Rosso has an abundance of red fruit, along with dried herbs with a medium body and firm tannins, eminently drinkable. Taste Wine Enthusiast

91 Points - Peñín Guide. A fascinating blend of Spanish varieties, including the rare Rufete Blanco grape which is only grown in the designated wine area of Sierra de Salamanca, and is the speciality of Vinos la Zorra. Gentle pressing and cold fermentation have produced a wonderful wine with layers of exotic fruit and floral nuances finishing with lively fruit and good body. Consistently receiving over 90+ points for each vintage, Vinos La Zorra are committed to producing high quality wines show

90 Points - Wine Spectator. The vineyards for this excellent Saint-Véran are located in southern Burgundy’s Mâconnais region, and stretch out around the appellation of Pouilly-Fuissé. The southern part is located just next to Beaujolais, on the slopes of the famous Roche de Solutré and are ideally suited to the production of Chardonnay, which the appellation of Saint-Véran only produces. The nose reveals hints of smoke, followed by scents of fern and acacia, moving on to aromas of ripe fruit wit

Acknowledged as one of the best winemakers in the world, Alain Brumont has revived the Madiran wine and the Tannat grape variety. Today his Chateaux Bouscassé and Montus (AOP Madiran) vineyards produce world-class prizewinning wines. From 50-100 year old vines with awesome ageing potential. This is a Tannat blend at its best – deep, brooding and full of mocha and spice. 60% Tannat, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc. The Tour Bouscassé is a more approachable wine than its bigger brot

90 Points - Guia Penin. From 20 year old vines, the Dominio de Taurum has an intense deep colour and delightfully ripe fruit with soft tannins from the subtle oak ageing. This is a fantastic value Toro, well structured with a long finish.  Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Guia Penin Taste Opaque purple-coloured, it has an attractive perfume of violets, spice box, blackcurrant, and blackberry. Delicate and inviting with gentle notes of oak developing as the wine opens on the palate. Full and de

La Petite Côte is a 100% Viognier from muscovite granite soils located in the centre of the Condrieu appellation. Benefiting from a south / south-east exposure on terraces, it is hand harvested before being aged in Burgundy barrels and blended from different plots before bottling to obtain a wonderful complexity. Aromas of apricot, quince, peach and citrus fruits, a full bodied palate with a touch of sweetness from the honey notes, La Petite Côte is a benchmark for Condrieu, and a wine everyone

100 Points - Wine Enthusiast. The 2019 Fay stands as an icon of distinction and a wine for the ages. Meticulously crafted from 100% estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon, its journey unfolding through stainless steel fermentation and a refined 21-month maturation within new French oak barrels, a truly exquisite wine. Tasting Note This FAY Cabernet Sauvignon has a bright fruit-driven nose of maraschino cherries and blackberries along with hints of baking spice and coconut. The wine has a polished mouth

Made from 30 year old Chenin vines, Domaine Gilles Gaudron Vouvray Les Vaux Louis Sec is rich and juicy on the palate with notes of pear and quince enhanced by an intense chalky minerality. About the Producer In 1993, Gilles Gaudron, the fourth generation of the family, assumed control of the family domaine. The estate comprises 50 distinct, small parcels of vineyards, spread over 27 hectares of limestone-clay soils. The vines are closely spaced and trained in the goblet style, with the majority

The L5 Block is situated in a very exposed area right on the coastline of Yealands Seaview Vineyard, Awatere Valley. The clean, ripe fruit picked from was de-stemmed, chilled and gently pressed off to settle in a small stainless steel tank for 48 hours. The clear juice was racked off and warmed before being inoculated with yeast selected for achieving pure fruit expression. Taste The L5 Block is situated in a very exposed area right on the coastline of our Seaview Vineyard. It is the coolest, mo

This 1.2-hectare vineyard in Pauillac stands next to the 5th growth grand cru classé's of Chateau Batailley, and across the road from Château Grand Puy Lacoste, on soil worthy of a classified growth. The yield here is around 32 hl/ha and the vineyard is planted in equal measure of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The entire batch of their Pauillac parcels is aged in new French oak barrels under the label Château Les Landes de Cach. The result is a superb wine from exceptional soils and winemakers.

Bronze Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards. The Sparkling style of Blanc de Blancs (using only white grapes) is arguably England's finest expression of Sparkling Wine, and this highly rated Blanc de Blancs 2014 from Furleigh Estate in Dorset offers great value where English Sparkling can be on the touch expensive side. Dry, elegant and beautifully refreshing, this is drinking wonderfully now, but will continue to age gracefully. Taste An elegant white sparkling wine with crystalline features. Be

90 Points - Wine Enthusiast. A sensational Pinot Noir ! "A savoury edge of sage and dried herb combines with richer flavors of berries and cola. Textured tannins and bright acidity lend support to this balanced wine from a cool-climate appellation." This is an approachable and beautiful Pinot Noir with fine-grained tannins, freshness and purity. Intense aromas of Bing cherry, strawberry, carnation flowers and liquorice notes pour from the glass. Though nicely dense and full on the palate, the wi

90 Points (9/10) - Independent.co.uk. A direct neighbour of the prestigious Meursault appelation, Auxey-Duresses is famous for both its whites as well as red wines. This Chardonnay, hand harvested and aged in 30% new oak barrels for 14 months, displays a freshness and generosity, with notes of honey, white flowers and citrus fruits.  Taste Winemakers tasting note: The pale crystalline yellow colour bodes well for its purity, but it is especially on the nose that this wine reveals its finesse and

93 Points - Wine Enthusiast. Château Grand Tayac is a small production Margaux run by the hands of ultra-talented winemaker Eric Boissenot, who is the consultant at all the Médoc First Growths and a majority of the other 1855 classified estates. The “Cuvée Reserve” is an exclusive selection of tanks comprised of younger vines and there is no new oak in the blend. In every other way, this wine is cared for in the same way as the Grand Vin. A fine smoky hint with some solid tannins, it is Cabernet

From the renowned Pago de Los Capellanes, this 100% Godello from the cool,  northern appellation of Galicia showcases the delightful lime and stone fruit characteristics inherent to Godello. Crisp and refreshing, with a creamy textured finish, a highly rated white from an established winery making world class wines. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Feb 2024) Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Decanter (2020) "Layered complex aromas of marzipan, almond, candied lemon and lees undertones. Refreshing with a streak

From the iconic Sicilian producer Planeta, the La Segreta is a lovely, single varietal Nero d'Avola with aromas of ripe plum, cocoa, wild strawberries and an appealing spiciness. Full and rich with smooth tannins that linger on the palate. A very drinkable and great value wine from an excellent producer. Taste Ruby red colour with violet hues. Aromas of ripe plum, cocoa, wild strawberries and an appealing spiciness. Full and rich with smooth tannins that linger on the palate. Wine Press 88 Point

91 Points - WineCritics.com. Rosso di Montalcino, Brunello's baby brother was designated in 1984 from the same area as Brunello, but to allow the inclusion of younger grapes. 100% Sangiovese, this Rosso from the esteemed Tuscan producer Argiano, is a lovely fresh and approachable wine with classic Sangiovese cherry notes and a refreshing streak of acidity. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Mar 2024) Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - WineCritics.com (2021) "Slightly opaque on the nose showing notes of mixed tea

This lovely 1er Cru Montagny from Domaine Feuillat-Juillot is simply incredible. Arguably one the best value for money premium burgundies, Montagny is often forgotten, yet as good as many white Burgundy wines. The terroir of Les Coères is composed of old vines with an average 60 years of age. Gleaming pale gold in colour, with good aromatic intensity on the nose offering rich aromas of white fruits and vanilla intermingled with marshmallow and patisseries. Impressive volume on the first palate.

The Schoenenbourg Grand Cru vineyards have earned their place among INAO's top 51 terroirs in Alsace, renowned for yielding wines that strike a balance between power and elegance whilst exhibiting an interplay of richness, complexity, and pronounced minerality. Established in 1785 by Thomas Rentz, the legacy continues with Catherine and Patrick, who steadfastly uphold environmentally responsible winemaking practices, proudly holding HVE (High Environmental Value) certification. Using manual harv

96 Points - James Halliday / Halliday 5 Red Star Winery. From the Award winning Briar Ridge, their 'Big Bully' represents a small parcel of Cabernet Sauvignon selected from their estate grown Wrattonbully vineyard. A rich, ripe and powerful wine defined by concentrated blackcurrant and blackberry fruit flavours and reinforced by high quality french oak.  Wine Press / Awards Halliday 5 Red Star Winery "Outstanding winery regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and typicity. Will have at le

93 Points - Tim Atkin MW.  “I don’t think there’s a Sauvignon Blanc out there with the complex array of aromatics and unique flavors offered up by this stellar super-Sauv….Fully barrel fermented in French oak and on the lees for six months. Scents of salted butterscotch, peach blossom, just-mowed grass and pineapple fill the air. Developed flavors of jasmine-soaked pears and honeyed tangerine are mesmerizing – and the acidity pulls it all together.” Meridith May. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Feb 2024) W

Meinert Merlot is a classic, elegant and refined style, bridging the gap between old and new world merlot. A complex blend of two Merlot vineyards selectively harvested over five pickings spanning 2 weeks difference in harvest dates. "Wonderful velvet softness that you expect of great Merlot. On the nose, rounded and supple fruit with a roasted pepper and herbal character. The texture is beautifully supple, and the tannins smooth. A lovely wine with great balance." - Just delicious ! About the P