Handcrafted – Traditional – Unhurried. Grangehurst Winery is a boutique wine cellar on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain in Stellenbosch, aged for 15 years in their own cellar before release, this particular wine is a must try, full-bodied barrel matured red wine with smooth, ripe tannins, especially if you like a great quality Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot / this wine has the benefit of not having to age in the bottle yourself. Typically, Jeremy only releases his wines once they are beautifu

Crafted by the esteemed winemaker Jean-Michel Cazes, renowned owner of the 5th Growth Classified Château Lynch-Bages in Pauillac, this wine draws its name from the exquisite 'Estibals' parcel of the domaine. A harmonious blend of grape varieties, it captures the essence of the Minervois appellation with finesse. Aged meticulously in French oak barrels for 12 months, it showcases a blend of 60% Syrah, 20% Grenache, and 20% Carignan, resulting in a wine of unparalleled balance and character. Blend

91 Points - Tim Atkin MW. Cruz de Alba is made in small quantities and each bottle is numbered. It is made using the best Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) grapes, cultivated using agrohomeopathic treatments according to the biodynamic calendar and harvested carefully by hand. Silky, full-bodied and intense deep fruit are the results of the careful attention to detail and respect for the land. Simply wonderful. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Apr 2024) Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - Tim Atkin MW Taste Winemakers tas

Founded in 1999 by the trailblazing Susana Balbo, Argentina's pioneering female winemaker, this esteemed vineyard specialises in crafting exquisite high-end wines. Her Signature Malbec hails from Paraje Altamira, Valle de Uco in Mendoza, at 1,150 meters above sea level, it was aged for 13 months in French oak barrels. Intense and approachable simultaneously, it is a wine that embodies the full spectrum of power, elegance, and pleasure that Argentine Malbec has to offer. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Apr 2

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 - WineCritics.com (2021) "Slightly opaque on the nose showing notes of mixed tea leaves, coriander, juniper berries, black prunes, sandalwood

91 Points - Winemag.co.za. Located in the 'Golden Triangle' area of the upper Blaauwklippen Valley Stellenbosch. The primary focus at Dornier lies in the production of premium quality wines with minimal intervention. Their Equanimity Cabernet Sauvignon has an exuberance of concentrated fruit, intense black cherry colour with a full bouquet of cassis, black berries, cigar box, pencil shavings and subtle oak and a hint of mint to ensure freshness. Stunning value at under £20. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (A

Kleinboet (Little Brother) is a Bordeaux blend, featuring all 5 varietals, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet franc, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot aged in french oak for 24 months. The cool climate sub region of Sondagskloof, Walker Bay, brings natural acidity and minerality to the wines. Expect intense blackcurrant, lavender, black olive and fynbos on the nose with a supple and and round palate. Taste Brick red to deep purple with aromas of blackcurrant, lavender, black olive & fynbos. On the p

90 Points - Decanter. No ordinary Bordeaux Superieur, Chateau Lagrave Paran is nestled on a micro-property spanning approximately 3.5 hectares, this under-the-radar winemaker lavishes each vine with the utmost care, resulting in excellent wines year after year. The wine's soft, maturing black-currant fruits reflect the vintage's relative lightness, while oak aging gracefully smooths the tannins and imparts a final, juicy character. Vivino Rating: 4.2 (Apr 2024) Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Dec

92 Points - International Wine Report. No ordinary Bordeaux Superieur, Chateau Lagrave Paran is nestled on a micro-property spanning approximately 3.5 hectares, this under-the-radar winemaker lavishes each vine with the utmost care, resulting in excellent wines year after year. The wine's soft, maturing black-currant fruits reflect the vintage's relative lightness, while oak aging gracefully smooths the tannins and imparts a final, juicy character. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Apr 2024) Wine Press Rating

Decanter World Wine Awards: 2019 – 90 Points. The grapes for 'The Graduate' are sourced from a single Syrah block in the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde, overlooking the coast. Enjoying the cool sea breeze, this limited production (only 3000 bottles) Syrah is a hand crafted, premium wine from a Wine Maker dedicated to quality and refinement.  Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Mar 2024) Awards National Wine Challenge (Top 100): 2019 – Double Silver (2019) Decanter World Wine Awards: 2019 – 90 points (2019) About the Pro

92 Points - International Wine Report. Château d’Esteau is located in Saint Sauveur in Bordeaux, France and surrounded by prestigious Chateaux - sharing an exceptional terroir - and delivering one of the best Price / Quality ratio in the region. This gorgeous wine is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, Cuvee d’Eyssan is a lightly wooded, fruity, and lively Haut Medoc. The 2018 Cuvee d'Eyssan offers inviting aromas of cherries and plum are woven together with cedar, spices a

Certified Organic in 2019, the vineyards are situated in the hilly, southern most region of Panzano, an area that has been acknowledged as one of the Grand Cru of Chianti Classico, and are considered capable of making wines that can compete with the best in the world.  Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Feb 2024) Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Decanter (2021) "Michael Schmelzer crafts two annata. Sangió comes from a vineyard purchased in 2018 which he is converting to organic. It sits above Panzano – between 4

93 Points - Guia Penin. Established in 1996, Pago de Los Capellanes is a renowned winery producing highly acclaimed wines through meticulous vineyard management and modern winemaking techniques. Broad, fresh, balanced, and silky, yet with a lot of structure and power, it features sweet tannins resulting from the 12 months of ageing in French Oak. A wonderful wine reflecting the high quality wines from the Ribera del Duero. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Mar 2024) Wine Press Ratings 93 Points - Guia Penin (

The 2nd wine of the Grand Cru Classé Château Jean Faure, La Reserve is a 50/50 blend of Merlot & Cabernet Franc, vinified separately to express the unique terroir of Château Jean Faure, the very same as its illustrious neighbours Cheval Blanc and Figeac. A wonderful introduction to a Château with a long history and which is located on one of the most prestigious terroirs of Saint-Émilion. Tasting Notes The black cherry colour of the wine also glimmers with very shiny ruby hues. The nose is r

This multi award winning  Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso from Stefano Accordini is made in the classic Valpolicella Classico way via re-fermentation and a second maceration over the sweet grape skins of Amarone and Recioto wines. The result is a wine with notes of fresh and mature fruits with spices and tobacco. Intense ruby red. The very broad bouquet presents a marriage of both fresh and refined notes of mature fruits, spices and tobacco. This is beautifully smooth and is perfectly combined wi

The Edicion Limitada is produced using a selection of the best grapes and casks from vineyards at altitude surrounding the village of Haro, the wine capital of La Rioja. The result is a Tempranillo with a perfect balance between notes of black fruit and spices, as well as other aromas from its ageing, such as cocoa notes. Intense dark fruits with fine polished tannins, this is a delightful modern style of Rioja. About the Producer Bodegas Ramon Bilbao have adopted a philosophy centred on giving

93 Points - Tim Atkin MW. A rich, silky Cabernet Sauvignon from the outstanding Thelema Mountain Vineyards. Thelema have firmly entrenched themselves as one of the leaders in Cabernet Sauvignon, placing Stellenbosch Cabernet’s firmly on the global wine map. 18 months spent in barrel, 45% of which is new French oak, along with careful hand sorting have produced a truly elegant and complex Cabernet Sauvignon. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Feb 2024) Wine Press Ratings 93 Points - Tim Atkin MW (2020) About th

92 Points - Guía Peñín. From the highly regarded Bodegas Sierra Cantabria, comes this stunning Rioja Reserva from 30+ year old vines has a beautiful balance of ripe fruit, silky tannins and toasty oak. 18 months in Bordelaise barrels of 50 % French and 50 % American oak. This is Rioja at its very best. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Apr 2024) About the Producer Rated well over 90 points a number of times by Robert Parker - Bodega Sierra Cantabria is located in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, a village with a

With estate vineyards in some of the world’s most sought-after regions, MacMurray Estate Vineyards crafts an award-winning collection of Pinot Noir and cool-climate white wines. This Russian River Pinot Noir is an intense and silky wine with rich fruits and a subtle hint of oak. Plush and rich-tasting, with a deep well of dark cherry, plum tart and dried berry flavours, matched to firm acidity and tannins. Sandalwood accents show on the creamy finish. A seriously good wine from a producer dedica

91 Points - Tim Atkin MW. Nikela 2009 is a “Cape Blend” of Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinotage, Shiraz & Merlot. The word “Nikela” (pronounced “Ni-care-la”) is a Nguni (Xhosa/Zulu) word meaning “to offer a gift of dedication, respect or a tribute to one’s ancestors” - this wine being a tribute to winemaker Jeremy Walker’s late parents, Eddie and Betty, who contributed greatly to the establishment of Grangehurst, which was named after their childhood homes - “The Grange” and “Hurst Close” - in Engla

91 Points - Decanter. Owner Jose Sanfins is also the Director at the 3rd growth Château Cantenac Brown. 100% aged in oak barrels, this beautifully complex wine with a velvety finish is made from 62% Cabernet Sauvignon and can be aged for up to 20 years. This wine is a beautiful deep ruby colour. Richness and density are both apparent in a wine that will eventually turn into bold ripe black fruits. A wine for both the present and the future. "Well-delivered slice of Médoc with clear, dark cassis

94 Points - International Wine Report. Situated on the banks of the Barbanne river which separates Lalande from Pomerol, this is some of the finest terroir and one of the best performing properties in the appellation. This medium-bodied red displays a fantastic structure with lovey fine tannins that provide plenty of structural backbone. A supple, sensual red Bordeaux with instant appeal and a long path of pleasure ahead. Wine Press Ratings 94 Points - International Wine Report (2016) The 2016 E

Gold Medal Winner - From the heel of Italy, Puglia, this Negroamora del Salento from the family run, award winning winery of Varvaglione has an abundance of wild fruit with a pleasant streak of vanilla and a silky finish. Ruby red with shades of purple; the nose has fascinating scents of wild berries. The palate is marked by vanilla with a long lingering finish and a velvety texture. Exceptional value for money ! Taste Ruby red with shades of purple; the nose has fascinating scents of wild berri

95 Points - Tim Atkin MW. There were only 5,000 bottles produced of this un-oaked Cabernet Franc, from vineyards situated at over 1,000 metres high. Highly praised by the International Wine Press, this is a medium bodied wine, with a wonderful complexity of herbaceous and dark fruit notes, firm tannins and a fresh acidity. Taste Refreshing, medium-bodied with firm tannins and grains and fresh acidity. Subtle, herbaceous, layered and well balanced with chalky precision and notes of graphite, plum