93 Points James Suckling (2021) - The Planeta Chardonnay has become the illustration of the changes in Sicilian wine. It was created from a wish to compete in the world production of this noble and widespread variety. After a long process beginning in 1985, today Planeta’s Chardonnay is an icon for the whole of Sicily. A rich light gold colour, deep but transparent, the pleasing contrast of creaminess and crunchiness. A soft white wine supported by a refreshing note of acidity, with a slight min

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

A surprisingly light and refreshing blend of local Rhone grape varieties of Roussanne, Viognier & Clairette from an organic producer who have been making wine since 1826. Exotic fruits and white flowers give this charming Rhone blend real personality. Taste Pale yellow colour, golden highlights. Primary aromas of white flowers and exotic fruits. In the mouth, the fruit appears instantly with floral and white peach notes.  About the Producer The Jaume family have been making wine here since 1

Antoine Sanzay, the seventh generation of his family to farm vines in Varrains, shifted the family domaine's focus from selling grapes to the local cooperative. Since 1999, he gradually ended co-op contracts, fully vinifying all his fruit by 2013. The estate now spans 11 ha in Saumur-Champigny, including 4 ha of the famous Les Poyeux lieu-dit (Domaine Clos Rougeard). Certified organic since 2014, Antoine employs traditional cellar practices, utilising native yeast and cement/foudre/barrels and h

Domaine François Chidaine is a renowned winery located in Montlouis-sur-Loire, in the heart of the Touraine region in the Loire Valley, France. The estate spans 45 hectares and is recognised for its exceptional production of wines made primarily from Chenin Blanc grapes. This biodynamic wine from Francois Chidaine, is a cornerstone of their vineyard, honey, apple, and citrus are key notes, for this Chenin Blanc with minerality in the finish. A wonderful expression of the grape for this region.

91 Points - Cellar Tracker. Domaine François Chidaine is a renowned winery located in Montlouis-sur-Loire, in the heart of the Touraine region in the Loire Valley, France. The estate spans 45 hectares and is recognised for its exceptional production of wines made primarily from Chenin Blanc. ‘Les Argiles’ is situated within the Vouvray AOC and was previously classified as such, however, as Chidaine vinifieshis wines in Montlouis and the Vouvray AOC regime does not allow Vouvray to be produced /

A classic organic Provence rosé which takes you to the French Mediterranean coast. Arguably one the best rosé wines you will try this summer, and an absolute joy to sip on hot summer days. On the palate it is dry (with less than 2 grammes of residual sugar) and has wonderful smooth, juicy fruit flavours. A beautiful wine in which aromas give a particularly fruity bouquet. To the palate, the balance of fragrances produce a voluptuous and fresh taste, in which the intensity of wild strawberries

91 Points - Wine Enthusiast. A premium biodynamic Provencal Rose from the state of the art Château La Coste. They have been certified organic since 2009 and have since been running their estate to biodynamic principles. Provencal Rose doesn't get better than this. Pale, aromatic and floral, with soft, delicate red fruit notes, elegant, with refreshing minerality and considerable finesse. "This is a soft, smooth wine, ripe with red fruits and well balanced", Wine Enthusiast. A delicious and luxur

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

This Picpoul de Pinet is a super refreshing wine packed full of complex fruit flavours and moreish acidity. The grapes for this Domaine Font-Mars are harvested in the middle of September to obtain full ripeness and then picked at night in order to preserve their refreshing quality. Pale gold in colour with light green reflections. The bouquet shows white peach, bananas, perfume of white roses. This wine is crisp and bright, with with subtle floral and mineral notes on the finish. Bracing acidity

93 Points James Suckling - The Planeta Chardonnay has become the illustration of the changes in Sicilian wine. It was created from a wish to compete in the world production of this noble and widespread variety. After a long process beginning in 1985, today Planeta’s Chardonnay is an icon for the whole of Sicily. A rich light gold colour, deep but transparent, the pleasing contrast of creaminess and crunchiness. A soft white wine supported by a refreshing note of acidity, with a slight mineral to

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

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 “The 2018 Zinfande

Bronze Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards. Vincent Mercier bought Château Tertre de Samonac in 2005, and is a self made Château owner. He has been making organic wine since the early 2000's, and this lovely 100% Merlot from 25-30 year old vines has a deep concentration of fruit and a great balancing acidity and tannins. A robust, yet balanced wine on the palate with good acidity, great tannins which will soften as the wine breathes. A wine with wonderful character and elegance. Taste Dark cherr

From the iconic Sicilian producer Planeta, the La Segreta is a lovely, single varietal organic Grillo with classic varietal aromas of citrus, white peach and tropical fruit with a fresh and rounded finish. A very drinkable and great value wine from an excellent producer. Taste Clear yellow colour with green hues; on the nose the primary varietal aromas of citrus, white peach and tropical fruit. Fresh and smooth on the palate. About the Producer In the middle of the 1980’s Planeta planted their f

Elegant, fresh, simple, humble … Garnacha at its best. Low yield vines (1 kg per vine) with an average age between 20-30 years are double hand sorted to select the very best fruit before being aged for 12 months in 500 litre used French oak barrels with a light to medium toast. Good structure and aromatically complex with a hint of eucalyptus that provides to the wine an intense freshness. Refreshing acidity with a firm but also fine and mature tannin structure gives this wine a very rewarding t

Part of the Zamora Company (which also owns Ramon Bilbao and Mar de Frades),Cruz de Alba stands out among the wineries in the group - and in Ribera del Duero more generally - because of its marked use of biodynamics.Launched in the 2003 vintage, Cruz de Alba is a single-vineyard project based on Finca Los Hoyales, a property that extends over 40 hectares in Padilla de Duero, on Ribera del Duero’s “Golden Mile”. Dark cherry red colour with a garnet rim. The nose is very strong, with aromas of bla

Nero D'Avola is the signature red grape variety of Sicily, and this organic, hand harvested Nero d'Avola has had no additional sulphites added to enhance its fruit character. Jewel red, with lovely sweet tannins and an array of juicy fruit, a lovely light bodied red for any occasion, but would be perfect with lunchtime charcuterie.  Taste The colour is bright red, its aromas are fresh and fruity, harmonious on the nose with floral notes of rose and violet. On the palate it has a broad flavour wi

Dry in style showing lovely ripe fruit and a subtle texture from a small portion of barrel fermentation. The cooler climate of Central Otago allows the wine to maintain a refreshing acidity and great length on the palate. Bright fresh aromatics of elderflower, lemon zest and pear compliment an elegant and soft palate with fine texture and layers of ripe citrus and Central Otago stone fruit. Taste Bright fresh aromatics of elderflower, lemon zest and pear compliment an elegant and soft palate wit

Bronze Medal Winner - Decanter World Wine Awards - 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

92 Points - Wine Enthusiast. Renovated in 1987 by the current owners, Canneto has a long history in Tuscany, and since 2017 all of their wines have been certified as organic. Their Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is a blend of Sangiovese with a touch of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon and offers exceptional value for one of Italy's premier wines. Wonderfully balanced with soft, fine grained tannins and generous fruit, the hallmark for all great Vino Nobile is its potential to age for several years, a

Organic - Gold Medal Winner. Varvaglione 1921 has been making wine for over one hundred years, spanning four generations of the family. This is a lovely organic Primitivo from Puglia, Southern Italy from a winemaker focussed on Puglia’s native grape varieties and tradition balanced with modern winemaking techniques. Intense red, with violet hints reminiscent of fresh red fruit. Its low alcoholic degree is supported by a slightly acid structure that makes it balanced and long, leaving the palate