91 Points - Andreas Larsson - From the outstanding terroir of Sainte-Victoire in Provence comes the Organic Esprit Gassier. Stylish yet laid back, Esprit Gassier is made from a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault and Rolle and is vinified using direct pressing and fermentation at low temperatures in order to preserve the aromas in the fruit. A light pink hue and notes of peach combined with delicate aromas of white flowers and white fruits. Spring and Summer in a glass, with this beautiful Rosé f

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

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

92 Points - Tim Atkin. Long recognised for producing world-class wines, Meerlust Estate has been the pride of the Myburgh family since 1756. Today, the traditional dedication to the art of winemaking continues under the guidance of Hannes Myburgh, eighth generation custodian of this seventeenth-century national monument. Brick red colour with crimson edge. Typical Merlot characteristics on the nose with ripe plum and dark cherry notes underpinned by some dried herbs and oak spice. The palate is

95 Points - Wine Safari, Greg Sherwood MW. An Iconic wine of South Africa, the Meerlust Rubicon is a wondrously rich, polished and complex wine with a palate full of ripe fruits and silky smooth tannins. A classic 'New World Bordeaux Blend' of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc & Petit Verdot, the latest iteration of this classic wine from the hot 2018 vintage has the ageing potential of upto 30 years. Simply fantastic value for a world class wine.   Taste Winemakers tasting note: "V

91 Points - Falstaff. The Paternoster ‘Synthesi’ Aglianico del Vulture offers the finest synthesis of the grape variety, the terroir, the structure and the longevity of Aglianico del Vulture wine and of Paternoster. Vibrant ruby red in colour, it displays an ethereal, fragrantly fruity bouquet of blackberries, blueberries, wild berries and pepper. On the palate it is dry and velvety, with well-integrated tannins; it reveals great balance and a persistent aftertaste. Taste A vibrant ruby red in c

90 Points (2021) - Falstaff. The name Vulcanico highlights the character of this wine made from the vineyards near the Volcano Vulture. The freshness, balminess and delicacy typical of the Falanghina grape are seamlessly blended with the brightness and generosity, a unique combination reminiscent of Southern Italy. Wet stone, a spritz of lime and crushed yellow apple form an attractive bouquet as the 2021 Falanghina Vulcanico blossoms in the glass. Wine Press 90 Points (2021) - Falstaff "Bright

93 Points - Falstaff. Santa Cecilia is Planeta's top-of-the-range wine, from the most important Sicilian variety; Nero d’Avola. The extensive research into finding the ideal place for making a great wine from this variety brought Planeta to Noto, the original territory of this variety. With its white lands and its antique vines, it has always been the epicentre of Nero d’Avola cultivation. Santa Cecilia is an expression of elegance, power, balance and exaltation of the unique aromas of Sicily; t

91 Points - Tim Atkin. A wine produced only in excellent vintages from over 60 year old vines situated in the Rioja Alta. This is a classic Rioja with a modern touch characterising the Ramón Bilbao style and philosophy. Elegant and complex nose with aromas of ripe fruit, blackberry, plum, hints of cherry. Spicy with aromatic herbs such as rosemary, there is a clear presence of oak barrels and hints of sweet spices, pastries and nougat combined with roasted flavours and cocoa.  About the Producer

90 Points - Cellar Tracker. One of the most amazing Californian Zinfandels you can find in the UK. Big flavours, big body, big abv content, but everything is in harmonious balance. “Juvenile” comes from young vines (6-25 years old), interplanted, from several of their old vine designated vineyards – including Hayne, Ueberroth, Pesenti, Salvador and Vineyard 101. Whilst it offers sumptuous, joyous fruit, it also gives more than a glimpse of Turley’s single vineyard wines. Taste Vivino Rating: 4.2

92-95 Points - Jasper Morris MW. This Meursault Cuvée Charles Maxime from Domaine Latour-Giraud is a blend of the Lieux-dits of Les Vireuils, Les Corbins and Les Pelles. A plump, rich and generous wine, it is fermented and matured in barrel, around a 1/3 of which are new oak, for 15-16 months. On the nose citrus, lemon and almonds with a touch of green olive and dried hay followed by toasted almonds and lemon confit.  About the Producer Jean-Pierre Latour has 10 hectares under vine in Meursault.

92 Points - Decanter. The owner of Château Les Vimières, Jacques Boissenot, was central to the development of new winemaking techniques in Bordeaux before he sadly passed away in 2014. He was voted Decanter magazine's Winemaker of the Decade in 2010 and this Margaux amply demonstrates how he has led the way for quality winemaking over a 50 year career.  About the Producer Since 1984 Château Les Vimières has been a family run vineyard and is the personal property of the Boissenot family. Jacques

91 Points - VertdeVin. St Julien is the commune in Bordeaux with the highest proportion of Classed Growths, and its superlative wine growing land make it a go to destination for high quality Bordeaux. Château les Ormes is made up of 2 principal parcels of vines. One touching the western border of Château Léoville Barton (in fact Anthony Barton sold this parcel to Chateau les Ormes in 1989) and the second further south and juxtaposed between Château Gruaud Larose, Saint Pierre and Beychevelle. Th

92 Points - Tim Atkin MW. Casa La Rad is a winery dedicated to the environment to sustain and improve its vitality and biodiversity. From the La Rad vineyard, the grapes are handpicked and carefully selected from bush trained vines 35 years or older, before malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels of 500 and 225 litres where it will be aged for at least 14 months. A highly rated wine by the international wine press, and gold medal winning wine at the Mundus Vini awards, Casa La Rad Tinto is

93 Points - Tim Atkin MW. Only 2,000 bottles of this highly rated Garnacha (Grenache) have been produced from a tiny 1.98-hectare parcel at 600 metres which was planted 49 years ago. "Mint, pine and wild thyme aromas are the prelude to a palate that's bright, refreshing and elegant, with notes of cinnamon, redcurrant and wild strawberry." Harvested by hand in small quantities, after fermentation it was pressed then half of the wine went to new French oak casks for malolactic fermentation and the

90 Points - Tim Atkin MW. From the modern style Casa La Rad, highly regarded by wine supremo Tim Atkin, comes this exceptional value white Rioja. A blend of Virua, Verdejo Chardonnay, and Malvasia, the Solarce Blanco is partially fermented in large oak barrels and aged on fine lees to give an elegant and beautifully fresh wine with body and texture to boot! Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Tim Atkin MW (La Rioja Special Report) (2020) "Solarce is an unusual blend of mostly Viura with 47% Verdejo,

92 Points - Decanter. This 90+ point Rioja from a modern style, family run winery is incredible value for a wine with this amount of complexity and style. The Solarce Tinto is a blend of Tempranillo, Grenache, Mazuelo & Graciano and is aged for 8 months in American and French oak barrels. Full-bodied and silky smooth with layers of fruit and spice. Fantastic Value for money for this superb Rioja. Taste Intense ruby-red colour with violet hues. On the nose, red-berry aromas combined with the

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

90 Points - Wine Enthusiast. This Estate Pinot Noir is the quintessential expression of Talley vineyards. Aged for 13 months in 30% new French oak barrels it represents the cool climate and hillside topography of the San Luis Obispo Coast's Arroyo Grande Valley. Aromas of rich raspberry, clove, strawberry cream, and candle wax unfold into flavours of bright cherry, sandalwood, pomegranate, and thyme that finishes with a juicy, bright, and stunning length. Winemakers Tasting Notes Aromas of rich

96 Points - New Zealand Wine Rater. Gravestone 2019 is a blend of 78% Sauvignon blanc and 22% Semillon. "Complex, vinous and Bordeaux-like on the nose with gooseberry, capsicum, lime skin, herb-garden and smoky/savoury notes. Rich, textural and weighty on the palate with concentration and power that lasts through to it's delicious bone dry finish." This is a blended white wine that oozes sophistication with a touch of lime, fresh pear, honeysuckle and a hint of orange marmalade leading towards a

90 Points - Decanter - This delicious NZ Sauvignon Blanc is made from grapes sourced from the three premium Wairau Valley sub-regions, each selected for the distinct characteristic each location brings to the wine. The cool climate enables a long, slow ripening period for the fruit, resulting in intensified flavours and a wonderful naturally crisp acidity. Citrus, grapefruit and peach on the nose, the palate is a wonderful mix of gooseberry, passionfruit and melon. This is a must try for any Sa

93 Points - Wine Enthusiast. Covering 5.2 ha (12.85 acres) within the 660 ha (1631 acres) of the Moulin-a-Vent appellation, the vines are ideally located at the heart of one of the 18 recognised single vineyards, Rochegres, where, as its name, "grey rock", suggests, the granitic parent rock is visible at the surface of the soil in the vineyards. This exceptional, distinctive location irrefutably defines the profile of this structured, fleshy wine that boasts floral aromas. The nose is highly aro

91 Points - Falstaff. 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. Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - Falstaff "Brilliant ruby ​​with a sparkling core and garnet edge. In the nose of cherry compote, leather and a hint o

93 Points - Wine Enthusiast. Situated on the same terroir as Châteaux Margaux and Palmer stands the impressive Chateau Grand Tayac. With the help of wine consultant Eric Boissenot, the grapes are sourced from a single parcel of vines with an age of over 50 years to produce this consistently high scoring and limited production Margaux. Château Grand Tayac is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot and will continue to develop over many few years to come. A hidden gem!  "Ove