Staff Picks
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Country: Italy, TuscanyGrapes: TrebbianoABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThe Icario Trebbiano Bianco 2023 is a sophisticated and expressive white wine, distinguished by floral, fruity, and barrel-derived complexities. Crafted by an innovative Montepulciano producer who champions artisanal, small-batch methods and exclusive oak ageing, it achieves both refinement and depth. With a Vivino score of 4.3 and growing acclaim for the estate, this wine is a superb choice for those seeking distinctive Tuscan craftsmanship in every glass. TasteA complex and elegant white, IcarRegular Price£49.95Spring Sale - SAVE 35%£32.47 -
Country: Italy, VenetoGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteLe Vie Angarano Michiel Chardonnay 2020 is a vibrant, expressive white wine showcasing fresh tropical and stone fruits, subtle vanilla, and lively minerality. Produced by a dynamic, women-led estate with deep historical roots and organic vineyards, its reputation for quality and sustainability shines through. Collecting accolades and consistently well received by wine lovers, this Chardonnay combines heritage, innovation, and terroir - making it an excellent choice for the discerning palate. TasRegular Price£29.95Spring Sale - SAVE 35%£19.47 -
Country: USA, CaliforniaGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 14.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteJ Vineyards bright and appealing Russian River Valley Chardonnay showcases the best of this classic cool-climate region. Aromas of citrus and orange blossom open with every swirl. Smooth and beautifully balanced, notes of yellow apple, meyer lemon and pear layer with suggestions of toasted macadamia and creamy almond. Hints of light toast and spice lift the fruit characteristics. The palate is rich, full and beautifully textured before finishing with a crisp and delicate flourish. Wine Press Rat -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, Tradouw ValleyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteJoubert-Tradauw Chardonnay 2023 showcases a harmonious blend of nutty, honeyed richness and a lively citrus finish. Crafted by a passionate, innovative winemaking family in the stunning Tradouw Valley, the wine stands out for its purity and finesse. With excellent scores from wine enthusiasts and a boutique pedigree, this Chardonnay is both sophisticated and highly regarded - a wonderful reflection of its unique place of origin and artisan craftsmanship that will please white Burgundy fans. TasRegular Price£24.9520% Off South Africa£19.96
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Country: USA, CaliforniaGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 14.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteJ Vineyards bright and appealing Russian River Valley Chardonnay showcases the best of this classic cool-climate region. Aromas of citrus and orange blossom open with every swirl. Smooth and beautifully balanced, notes of yellow apple, meyer lemon and pear layer with suggestions of toasted macadamia and creamy almond. Hints of light toast and spice lift the fruit characteristics. The palate is rich, full and beautifully textured before finishing with a crisp and delicate flourish. Wine Press Rat -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, Tradouw ValleyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteJoubert-Tradauw Chardonnay 2023 showcases a harmonious blend of nutty, honeyed richness and a lively citrus finish. Crafted by a passionate, innovative winemaking family in the stunning Tradouw Valley, the wine stands out for its purity and finesse. With excellent scores from wine enthusiasts and a boutique pedigree, this Chardonnay is both sophisticated and highly regarded - a wonderful reflection of its unique place of origin and artisan craftsmanship that will please white Burgundy fans. TasRegular Price£24.9520% Off South Africa£19.96 -
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 gold -
Country: Spain, RiojaGrapes: Chardonnay, Viura / MacabeoABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThe Casa La Rad wines are made from their most valuable vineyard, the La Rad vineyard, with vines older than 35 years of age. The grapes are handpicked and carefully selected before spending 14 months in new French oak barrels and aged on its lees. This wine has an appealing mid-body that shows fresh and vibrant aromas of white peach, citrus, white flowers with mineral notes. Elegant and well balanced with a creamy texture. A gorgeous white from Rioja - a must try! Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - -
Country: USA, CaliforniaGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 15%Style: Classy Complex White94 Points - The Wine Independent. Dave Phinney doesn’t really do subtlety — and Mannequin is a classic example of that unashamed Californian swagger. This is Chardonnay dialled up to eleven: bold, textured and unapologetically hedonistic. Sourced from some of Napa and Sonoma’s best sites, it’s a wine that manages to marry power and polish without ever tipping into excess. Think of it as California sunshine in liquid form — but with the complexity and balance that Phinney’s meticulous blending al -
Country: Portugal, AlentejoGrapes: Antao VazABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex White16.5/20 - Jancis Robinson. One of the great Portuguese white wines, the rarely seen Cartuxa Pera-Manca Branco is the stuff of legend. It is produced in tiny quantities using a combination of Antao Vaz and Arinto grapes – two of Portugal’s finest white varieties - from the Eugenio de Almeida Foundation’s vineyards. Crafting the Cartuxa Pera-Manca Branco requires meticulous attention to detail at every step. Selected vines are carefully monitored and when deemed to have reached optimum ripeness th -
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, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteFrom one of Chablis’ finest Premier Cru sites, this elegant Chardonnay balances crisp citrus and green apple with delicate floral notes and a flinty minerality. Aged on fine lees for added depth, it finishes long and refined. Sylvain Mosnier is known for crafting precise, terroir-driven Chablis that showcases the region’s purest expression. Perfect with seafood, creamy cheeses, or enjoyed on its own. Taste Bright and expressive, this Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Léchet opens with zesty citrus, crisp -
Country: Spain, Galicia, RibeiroGrapes: Treixadura, Godello, AlbarinoABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThis expressive Galician white is a blend of Treixadura with small amounts of Godello and Albariño, sourced from several prized vineyards — La Cabrita, La Castiñeira, La Viña del Médico, and Paraje de la Mina — all planted on sandy soils over granite. Fermentation takes place parcel by parcel, in stainless steel and French oak, with the Godello seeing three months of barrel ageing for added texture. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Oct 2025) Wine Press Ratings 96 Points - Tim Atkin MW (2023 Vintage) Taste Fr -
Country: Australia, Barossa ValleyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThis Chardonnay is crafted for those seeking generosity and richness, bridging Australian tradition and Italian family values. The wine’s supple, stonefruit-driven palate, its producer’s generational story, and critical recognition shape it as a remarkable Barossa Valley expression. TasteFull-bodied and expressive, the Lou Miranda Leone Chardonnay 2022 brings forward ripe stone fruit, yellow peach, and mandarins with hints of apricot and orange rind. Gentle notes of roasted hazelnut, cinnamon sp -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Pessac LeognanGrapes: Sauvignon Blanc, SemillonABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex White90 Points - vwWine. The vines of Lamothe-Bouscaut thrive in the vicinity of the Garonne River, where they have flourished for an average of 35 years, rooted in deep clay soils with a limestone base. Nestled 200 meters above sea level, these vineyards boast a composition of 20% Semillon and 80% Sauvignon Blanc. Exhibiting a pale gold hue, the wine offers a fragrant bouquet that combines notes of asparagus, acacia, lemon, and toast. On the palate, it unfolds with opulent richness and a creamy text -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex White94 Points - Tim Atkin, MW. Thelema consistently produce wines of stunning quality and value and this Chardonnay is no exception. 10 months in French oak barrels have given this wine a complex profile of ripe fruit, toasty oak with a lovely texture. Wine Press Ratings 94 Points - Tim Atkin, MW (2022 Vintage) Taste Fermented and matured in French oak barrels, this medium bodied Chardonnay presents aromas of citrus and hints of peach on the nose with nuttiness on the mid-palate. It is fresh withRegular Price£23.4520% Off South Africa£18.76 -
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. This will really start to show its potential 5 years from vintage ... one to cellar for the future, but still very drinkab -
Country: Italy, TuscanyGrapes: TrebbianoABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThe Icario Trebbiano Bianco 2023 is a sophisticated and expressive white wine, distinguished by floral, fruity, and barrel-derived complexities. Crafted by an innovative Montepulciano producer who champions artisanal, small-batch methods and exclusive oak ageing, it achieves both refinement and depth. With a Vivino score of 4.3 and growing acclaim for the estate, this wine is a superb choice for those seeking distinctive Tuscan craftsmanship in every glass. TasteA complex and elegant white, IcarRegular Price£49.95Spring Sale - SAVE 35%£32.47 -
Country: Australia, South AustraliaGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13.9%Style: Classy Complex White92 points - Falstaff. The Tapanappa Piccadilly Valley 2020 Chardonnay is a wonderful example of the new wave of cool-climate Australian wines. Produced in the Piccadilly Valley, a sub-region of Adelaide Hills, it’s made from thirty-year-old vines that enjoy a long, slow ripening period on poor, rain-leached sandy loam soils. Once ripe the grapes were harvested by hand and chilled to 2oC before pressing to preserve the aromas and freshness. Using innovative air-bag presses, the juice was fermente -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex White90 Points - Jasper Morris. Laurent Pillot continues to impress with his quietly confident style, and this 2023 Chassagne-Montrachet is no exception. Sourced from multiple parcels within the village, this cuvée captures the generous, fruit-forward character of the vintage while staying true to the domaine’s hallmark clarity and poise. Fermented and matured in oak barrels with a light touch, it’s a classic expression of white Burgundy from one of Chassagne’s most consistent and underrated producer -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Pessac LeognanGrapes: Sauvignon Blanc, SemillonABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex White93 Points - Jane Anson. A rare find indeed, the Chateau Bouscaut Blanc 2013 is a glorious example of a fully mature fine white Bordeaux. Scoring 93/100 from Jane Anson (Inside Bordeaux), its vibrant citrus fruits of youth have been replaced by richer, mellower tones of apricots, dried pears, almonds and peach stones. Superb on its own, it's the perfect partner to poultry, game birds, pate, and blue cheeses. Vivino Rating 4.1 Wine Press Ratings 93 Points - Jane Anson - Inside Bordeaux (2013 Vinta -
Country: Australia, Margaret RiverGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Classy Complex WhiteCrafted in concrete egg-shaped vats, the Larry Cherubino Uovo Chardonnay is a wine of quiet precision and natural energy. The egg's unique shape encourages constant, gentle lees movement — no corners, no stagnation — producing a Chardonnay of remarkable texture and purity. Taste Pale gold in the glass, the Uovo Chardonnay 2023 shows aromas of white peach, citrus blossom, and a hint of flinty minerality. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with a gentle creaminess from lees stirring, per -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThis Chardonnay presents a wonderful contrast between liveliness and roundness, comfort and freshness. Situated on the heights of Savigny-lès-Beaune, the plot called "Les Champlains" is characterized by a poor and very stony soil. One can indeed see numerous "meurgers," these high piles of flat stones extracted from the vineyards over the centuries and piled into walls bordering the plots. The particularly generous sunlight of the plot benefits the grapes, which ripen well, resulting in a dense -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: Sauvignon Blanc, SemillonABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteNuiba First Post 2024 is a characterful Stellenbosch blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, delivering layers of ripe fruit, citrus, and underlying complexity. Crafted with care by Suzanne Coetzee and her dedicated team, it is both a reflection of her artisanal approach and the outstanding South African terroir. TasteThis South African white blend presents generous aromas of ripe stone fruit, accented by white peaches and subtle grassy undertones. On the palate, you’ll find lively green apple anRegular Price£27.9520% Off South Africa£22.36 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, StellenboschGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 14%Style: Classy Complex White95 Points / Gold Medal Winner Decanter World Wine Awards. From the cool, high slopes of Stellenbosch’s Rondekop hill, Oldenburg’s 2023 Chardonnay is a benchmark for modern South African elegance. Awarded 95 Points and a Gold Medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards, it balances citrus brightness and ripe stone fruit with subtle oak spice and a mineral edge. Stylish, precise, and ageworthy, this is one of the Cape’s finest Chardonnays. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (September 2025) Wine Press Ratings 95 PoinRegular Price£34.9520% Off South Africa£27.96 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, Cape TownGrapes: Chenin BlancABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteCrafted from old, dry-farmed bush vines, this Chenin Blanc is a pure expression of South Africa’s winemaking legacy. Sourced from select vineyard sites, it captures the balance of richness and freshness that defines great Chenin. Aromas of ripe pear, quince, and white peach lead to a textured palate with citrus zest, baked apple, and a refined mineral finish. Aged in a combination of oak and stainless steel, it offers depth, vibrancy, and a lingering elegance. Vivino Rating 4.2 (March 2025) TastRegular Price£31.9520% Off South Africa£25.56 -
Country: Italy, UmbriaGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteLungolago is Viandante del Cielo’s white, a blend of Chardonnay with the native variety of Grechetto, producing a complex white that can evolve in the bottle for years. Named Lungolago, or ‘lakeside’, in honour of the body of water that has so much influence on the life and health of the vines, Lungolago has a delicate nose of white peach and hints of pineapple. A spicy and savoury character with distinctive fennel and peppermint from the Grechetto, the lively acidity and the wet-stones minerali -
Country: USA, CaliforniaGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 14.5%Style: Classy Complex White92 Points - Wine Enthusiast. The Cuvaison Estate Grown Chardonnay is a quintessential Carneros expression, delivering vibrant citrus, ripe stone fruit, and nuanced oak spice. Balancing richness with a mineral-driven freshness, it’s a polished, food-friendly Chardonnay with the structure to age gracefully over the next few years. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (May 2025) Wine Press Ratings 92 Points - Wine Enthusiast (2021 Vintage) "This bold, well-oaked and buttery wine fills the mouth with opulent baked ap