Style - Dry Refreshing White
Style - Dry Refreshing White
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Country: France, Languedoc-RoussillonGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 14%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteAn inviting bouquet of red apples, melon, citrus and a hint of honey coupled with the rich, well-balanced palate of stone fruits, lemons and crushed nuts make for a gorgeous glassful. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Mar 2025) About SpaceNine The husband-and-wife team behind A23’s wines, Thomas and Gunhild, have a unique approach to winemaking. Above all else, they aim to produce wines that capture the essence of the grape they are using. While many winemakers are all about terroir and a taste of place, for -
Country: Spain, RuedaGrapes: VerdejoABV: 13.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteMalvid, an up-and-coming brand, found itself at a crossroads in 2020. The pandemic and dwindling demand from wineries compelled them to shift their focus from cultivation to crafting their own wine. Seleccion Sobre Lias is a singular limited production Verdejo made from a rigorous selection of grapes, seeking to achieve the greatest expression of the Verdejo variety by ageing on its own lees to enhance the expressiveness of the wine. Complex on the nose, with hints of white fruit and aromatic heRegular Price£17.95Christmas Offer - SAVE 35%£11.67 -
Country: Italy, VenetoGrapes: Garganega, RieslingABV: 13.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteCrafted from hand-picked grapes grown in the hills of Veneto, this elegant white showcases a careful, low-intervention approach that highlights purity and freshness. Gentle winemaking preserves the wine’s natural character, resulting in a refined, fruit-driven style with a clean, polished finish – ideal for those who appreciate subtle complexity in a glass. Taste Fresh and easy-drinking, this dry white has a light straw colour with a hint of green. On the nose, you’ll find soft aromas of Mediter -
Country: Italy, SicilyGrapes: Carricante, CatarattoABV: 13%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteTenuta Ferrata Ceneris Etna Bianco 2023 is a crisp, mineral-driven white from Sicily’s storied volcanic slopes, uniting the freshness of Carricante and Catarratto with the region’s signature energy. Produced by a passionate family estate harnessing Etna’s wild spirit, and already drawing high praise, it stands out as a compelling choice for lovers of terroir-driven Mediterranean whites. TasteThis vibrant Sicilian white - principally Carricante with a dash of Catarratto - pours a straw yellow wit
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Country: France, Languedoc-RoussillonGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 14%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteAn inviting bouquet of red apples, melon, citrus and a hint of honey coupled with the rich, well-balanced palate of stone fruits, lemons and crushed nuts make for a gorgeous glassful. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Mar 2025) About SpaceNine The husband-and-wife team behind A23’s wines, Thomas and Gunhild, have a unique approach to winemaking. Above all else, they aim to produce wines that capture the essence of the grape they are using. While many winemakers are all about terroir and a taste of place, for -
Country: Spain, Galicia, Rias BaixasGrapes: AlbarinoABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteThe iconic Mar de Frades Albariño is a pure expression of the unique characteristics of the Albariño grape variety. Ghostly pale it offers intense aromas of lemon, grapefruit, orange zest, crushed rocks, gardenia flowers, and melon. In the mouth its tangy and as fresh as the Atlantic breezes that play such a part in its creation. Beyond this first rush are flavours of tropical lychee and pineapple, mandarin with delicate balsamic and a hint of salinity. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (May 2025) Wine Pres -
Country: Austria, NiederosterreichGrapes: Gruner VeltlinerABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteFresh and vibrant, this Austrian Grüner Veltliner bursts with green apple, ripe pear, and zesty citrus, lifted by a subtle hint of white pepper spice. A fine balance of lively acidity, crisp minerality, and bright fruit leads to a refreshing, elegant finish. Perfect as an aperitif or paired with light dishes. 90 Points - Falstaff. Two Friends and a Bottle of Wine Grüner Veltliner N.V. is a crisp and refreshing white wine, awarded 90 points by Falstaff. Made from 100% Grüner Veltliner, it showcas -
Country: Spain, RuedaGrapes: VerdejoABV: 13.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteMalvid, an up-and-coming brand, found itself at a crossroads in 2020. The pandemic and dwindling demand from wineries compelled them to shift their focus from cultivation to crafting their own wine. Seleccion Sobre Lias is a singular limited production Verdejo made from a rigorous selection of grapes, seeking to achieve the greatest expression of the Verdejo variety by ageing on its own lees to enhance the expressiveness of the wine. Complex on the nose, with hints of white fruit and aromatic heRegular Price£17.95Christmas Offer - SAVE 35%£11.67 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, Walker BayGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteThis exquisite Sauvignon Blanc from Kaalvoet Meisie in South Africa is truly a gem. It captures the same mineral essence found in more famous European counterparts such as Sancerre, yet comes at a much more budget-friendly cost. With its vibrant clarity, this wine presents a harmonious blend of crisp green apple and captivating fynbos spice, all enveloped in a refreshing natural quality. If you or your friends enjoy Sauvignon Blancs akin to Sancerre, this bottle is sure to leave a lasting impres -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: CorteseABV: 13%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteGavi is one of the most fashionable white regions in Italy and the Cortese grape is king. Bergaglio's Gavi di Gavi La Minaia from the sub-zone of Rovereto is 100% stainless steel fermented and left to rest in the bottle before being released. White peach and acacia aromatics, with soft honeyed richness, a cool mineral streak, beautifully balanced and fresh through to the long finish. The palate is crisp and dry, with a hint of ripe pears and a complex array of red and green apples, the finish is -
Country: Italy, Friuli Venezia GiuliaGrapes: Pinot GrigioABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteAward Winning Winemaker - A breath of fresh air in a world of too much mediocre Pinot Grigio. Baglio al Sole is not only incredibly drinkable but offers so much more! From Villa degli Olmi comes this Pinot Grigio from the famous Grave zone in Friuli, an area where viticulture dates back to the Roman Empire. Fresh and pleasantly soft on the palate with aromas & flavours of light citrus and delicate flowers complemented by green apple & pear, with a dry finish. About the Producer Villa deRegular Price£14.95Christmas Offer - SAVE 25%£11.22 -
Country: Spain, TxakoliGrapes: Hondarrabi Zuri, Petit CourbúABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteA wine from vineyards overlooking the Bay of Biscay in the Basque Country, the Masua Txakoli Blanc 2024 has a pale green hue, with delicate aromas of green apples and plums. Light, bright, and clean, a touch of salinity adds character and interest that helps to impart the classic Txakoli "spritz". Enjoy this with olives and salty snacks, white fish and roasted poultry. Taste Pale with a greenish tint, this opens with bright aromas of citrus, green apple, and a hint of sea spray. The palate is -
Country: Portugal, Vinho VerdeGrapes: AlbarinoABV: 13.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteGold Medal - Catavinum. A bright, Atlantic-tinged Alvarinho from the northern edge of Portugal, Conde Villar 2024 captures the freshness and precision that make Vinho Verde’s top whites so compelling. Grown in granite soils and picked at peak ripeness, it’s a wine that overdelivers for the price. Wine Press Ratings Gold medal at the Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition 2025 (2024 Vintage) Taste Zesty and pure, with a saline edge and plenty of citrus lift. Think lime zest, green apple -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteThe Domaine Camille Lucienne Macon-Villages 2022 was a triumph. The 2022 vintage was splendid and the team overcame the year’s challenges to produce a top-flight affordable white Burgundy. In a year that kept all Burgundy’s vignerons on their toes, Domaine Camille Lucienne had the added complication of having their vines in the process of converting to organic certification. By utilising a combination of traditional, natural methods in the vineyard alongside state-of-the art winemaking techniqueRegular Price£24.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£19.96 -
Country: Austria, NiederosterreichGrapes: Gruner VeltlinerABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteThe Weingut Pfaffl Grüner Veltliner Vom Haus is a beautiful wine borne of one of the most challenging, but successful, vintages in recent years. Made from 100% Grüner Veltliner from their own Certified Sustainable vineyards, this family-owned estate produces classically styled Austrian wines that offer beauty and complexity in a stunningly stylish fashion. If you’re a fan of classy, refined wines such as Alsace Riesling or Chablis, then you will love the Weingut Pfaffl Grüner Veltliner Vom Haus. -
Country: Italy, VenetoGrapes: Garganega, RieslingABV: 13.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteCrafted from hand-picked grapes grown in the hills of Veneto, this elegant white showcases a careful, low-intervention approach that highlights purity and freshness. Gentle winemaking preserves the wine’s natural character, resulting in a refined, fruit-driven style with a clean, polished finish – ideal for those who appreciate subtle complexity in a glass. Taste Fresh and easy-drinking, this dry white has a light straw colour with a hint of green. On the nose, you’ll find soft aromas of Mediter -
Country: Italy, GardaGrapes: RieslingABV: 14%Style: Dry Refreshing White93 Points - Luca Maroni. A distinctive dry white made from 100% Riesling Renano, hand-picked and dried using the appassimento method. Grown above Lake Garda, this elegant Italian Riesling combines bright notes of pear, peach, and citrus with fresh apple, lime marmalade, and a streak of minerality from limestone soils. Rich in texture, yet crisp and refined. Wine Press Ratings 93 Points - Luca Maroni (2020 Vintage) 90 Points / Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards (2020 Vintage) About the Pro -
Country: Italy, SicilyGrapes: Carricante, CatarattoABV: 13%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteTenuta Ferrata Ceneris Etna Bianco 2023 is a crisp, mineral-driven white from Sicily’s storied volcanic slopes, uniting the freshness of Carricante and Catarratto with the region’s signature energy. Produced by a passionate family estate harnessing Etna’s wild spirit, and already drawing high praise, it stands out as a compelling choice for lovers of terroir-driven Mediterranean whites. TasteThis vibrant Sicilian white - principally Carricante with a dash of Catarratto - pours a straw yellow wit -
Country: Spain, RiojaGrapes: Viura / Macabeo, Malvasia, ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteFrom the modern style Casa La Rad, highly regarded by wine supremo Tim Atkin, comes this exceptional value white Rioja. A blend of Viura, Malvasia, Chardonnay & Tempranillo Blanco, 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 Vintage) "Solarce is an unusual blend of mostly Viura with 47% Verdejo, TemprRegular Price£16.95Christmas Offer - SAVE 25%£12.72 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, FranschhoekGrapes: SemillonABV: 10.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteA bold reimagining of Sémillon from the heart of Stellenbosch. Fermented on skins, this striking wine delivers layers of citrus, beeswax, and savoury spice, with a rich texture balanced by vibrant acidity. Complex, structured, and built to evolve, it’s a Sémillon that pushes boundaries while staying true to its origins. Vivino Rating 4.2 (March 2025) Taste A striking take on Sémillon, the 2021 Pound of Flesh is richly textured yet vibrant. Aromas of preserved lemon, beeswax, and white peach lead -
Country: France, Rhone ValleyGrapes: Viognier, Grenache BlancABV: 13%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteA blend of 70% Viognier and 30% Grenache blanc, this Côtes du Rhône Blanc is a delightfully fresh and food friendly wine with plenty of ripe stone fruit character. Pale golden colour with aromas of peach and cherry plum, this is a fruity wine with hints of marzipan and vanilla aroma gently oaked. With a smooth palate and a very soft attack that give a good length. Serve not too chilled at 12 to 14°C and try with Goats cheese or Comté. Taste Winemakers tasting notes: A fresh and fruity white wine -
Country: Italy, GardaGrapes: RieslingABV: 14%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteA distinctive dry white made from 100% Riesling Renano, hand-picked and dried using the appassimento method. Grown above Lake Garda, this elegant Italian Riesling combines bright notes of pear, peach, and citrus with fresh apple, lime marmalade, and a streak of minerality from limestone soils. Rich in texture, yet crisp and refined. Wine Press Ratings 93 Points - Luca Maroni (2020 Vintage) 90 Points / Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards (2020 Vintage) About the Producer Tenute Ca’Botta is -
Country: Australia, Barossa ValleyGrapes: Pinot GrigioABV: 12%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteThe Lou Miranda Fierce III Pinot Grigio 2025 is a bright, lively expression of the variety from the Barossa. Carefully harvested for freshness, it’s crisp, textural and refreshing – a Pinot Grigio with real presence and energy. Taste Pale yellow with a touch of eggshell, the Lou Miranda Fierce III Pinot Grigio 2025 bursts with juicy nashi pear, lychee and white florals. Crisp, lively and textural, with lemon, guava and pineapple flavours finishing on persistent crunchy pear. About the Producer L -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 12.7%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteClément Lavallée’s Les Copains d’Abord Saint-Bris is a low-intervention wine from carefully tended vineyards. Hand-harvested and gently pressed, it undergoes indigenous yeast fermentation, natural malolactic in barrel, and ageing in both oak and stainless steel. Unfined, unfiltered, and handled with gravity rather than pumping, it reflects a delicate, pure expression of Saint-Bris. Taste Pale straw in the glass, with aromas of citrus blossom, green apple, and subtle mineral notes. The palate isRegular Price£43.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£35.16 -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, RobertsonGrapes: ColombardABV: 12%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteFresh, zesty, and expressive, the Goedverwacht JG Colombard 2024 captures the essence of Robertson’s terroir and the vision of a leading South African producer. Goedverwacht’s dedication to quality, innovation, and sustainability shines through in every bottle - backed by top critic scores and a strong Vivino rating of 4.1. Ideal for lovers of clean, pure-fruited white wines seeking both character and pedigree in their glass. TasteFresh, crisp, and lively, this Colombard from Robertson opens wit -
Country: Germany, NaheGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteVibrant, fresh, and contemporary, Weingut Hees Sauvignon Blanc Auener Hohe 2023 showcases the estate’s adventurous spirit in the Nahe region. This wine is recognised for its outstanding value and expressive style. TasteA lively, green and flinty Sauvignon Blanc with brilliant acidity and minerality. On the nose, discover layers of citrus, tropical fruit, and fresh-cut grass, joined by subtle notes of gooseberry and white peach. The palate is snappy and vibrant, offering juicy lime, grapefruit, -
Country: Italy, VenetoGrapes: Pinot GrigioABV: 13.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteBright and expressive, this Pinot Grigio balances crisp green apple and pear with subtle citrus and floral notes. Medium-bodied and textured, it has a soft, creamy mid-palate, fresh acidity, and a mineral-driven finish that lingers. Elegant yet approachable, it’s perfect on its own or with seafood and light pasta dishes. About the Producer Tenute Ca’Botta is an innovative winery in northern Italy’s Veneto region. They specialise in making dry red and white wines from partially dried grapes, knowRegular Price£18.95Christmas Offer - SAVE 25%£14.22 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: AligoteABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteDomaine Giraudon’s Bourgogne Aligoté comes from 5 hectares of carefully tended vineyards in Chitry-le-Fort. Hand-harvested and sustainably managed with controlled tillage, natural grassing, and short Guyot pruning, the grapes are vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve freshness and authenticity. The result is an Aligoté that is precise, lively, and reflective of its mineral-rich terroir. Taste Vibrant pale yellow in the glass, this Aligoté shows fresh, fruity aromasRegular Price£19.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£15.96
