From one of Alsace’s most respected names, Trimbach Pinot Blanc is a masterclass in understated elegance. Sourced from cool vineyards around Ribeauvillé, it’s a fresh, finely tuned white that captures the purity and charm of the variety. A versatile, quietly stylish wine that proves less can often be more. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Jun 2025) Taste Fresh, clean and quietly confident, the Trimbach Pinot Blanc offers notes of ripe pear, apple and a hint of white blossom. Crisp acidity and a gentle, round

95 Points / Gold Medal - NZ IWS. From one of the best Marlborough vintages in living memory, the 2024 Rapaura Springs Reserve Sauvignon Blanc is a standout example of what this region does best. Rated 95 points by international critics, it’s a precision-made, intensely aromatic white with all the hallmarks of top-tier Kiwi Sauvignon—vibrant citrus, passionfruit punch and a mineral, mouthwatering finish. Proof that when the vintage delivers, Marlborough more than holds its own on the world stage.

93 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

Elegant, understated, and quietly confident—this is rosé with a real sense of place. The 2024 vintage shows the finesse and freshness that make this a go-to bottle for long summer evenings. Taste Pale salmon pink. Wild strawberries, white peach, and rose petals on the nose, with a touch of garrigue. Crisp, dry and refreshing, with bright acidity and a subtle savoury twist on the finish. About the Producer Château de Gourdon lies near Bollène, in the heart of the Southern Rhône. It has over 50 he

92 Points - James Suckling. A pure expression of Bordeaux’s Right Bank, made with a Burgundian focus on terroir. Sourced from green and blue clay soils in Sainte-Colombe, this un-oaked 2021 is bright, juicy and vibrant, with pure red and black fruit and a fresh, mineral finish. Wine Press Ratings 92 Points - James Suckling (2021 Vintage) "This is wonderfully fruity with mulberries, citrus fruit and some wet earth. It's medium-bodied and deliciously fruity all the way through. Yet, it’s in-check

Blaye’s limestone-rich soils are perfectly suited to white varieties, and Séduction 2024 makes the most of them. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris and Muscadelle, it delivers ripe tropical fruit, crisp acidity and a generous, textured palate. Fresh, vibrant and full of character, this is modern Bordeaux Blanc with plenty of charm. Taste A blend of 60% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Sauvignon Gris and 10% Muscadelle, this shows expressive aromas of exotic fruits — think passion fruit, mango and ci

Natte Valleij’s POW 2020 is a bold yet finely tuned blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, capturing the rugged essence of the Cape. Rich dark fruit and subtle spice are balanced by fine-grained tannins and a lingering finish. While approachable now, its structure promises graceful ageing over the next decade – a compelling showcase of power and poise. Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon 84%, Merlot 16%  About the Producer Established in 1715, Natte Valleij embodies the essence of traditional Cape winema

This lovely refreshing Patagonian malbec originates in the San Patricio del Chañar Valley, Neuquén. Brothers Hector and Pablo are passionate about expressing the characteristics of Argentina’s various terroirs along with freshness and bright, focused fruit. The result is an exceptional Malbec produced by minimal intervention wine making. A fresh and fruit forward Malbec, with smooth tannins and a gentle touch of oak. An absolute treat for Malbec lovers ! Taste Ripe dark fruits and blackberry, wi

92 Points - Natalie MacLean. The goto producer for Tavel Rosé, Château d'Aqueria's 'grand vin' is a blend of Grenache Noir, Clairette, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Bourboulenc & Picpoul. The local terroir of sandy-clayey soils are ideal for the production of the estate’s great rosé wines that are both fruity and complex. Wine Press Ratings 92 Points - Natalie MacLean (2024 Vintage) "Château d'Aquéria 2024 Tavel Rosé is a dry, full-bodied expression of the southern Rhône, blending Grenache wit

91 Points - Chris Kissack. La Source is a vibrant, terroir-driven Cabernet Franc from sandy-gravel soils. It offers fresh blackcurrant and red berry aromas, underpinned by subtle graphite notes. On the palate, fine tannins and lively acidity create a poised structure, leading to a clean, mineral finish. A classic Loire red with the balance to enjoy now or cellar for a few years. Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - Chris Kissack - Winedoctor (2023 Vintage) Taste The Yannick Amirault Saint-Nicolas-de-B

The Christophe Mittnacht Terres d’Étoiles Gyotaku is a masterclass in culinary-minded winemaking. Crafted in Alsace by biodynamic pioneer Christophe Mittnacht and his Japanese chef wife, Yuka, this blend of Pinot Auxerrois, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Riesling, and Muscat is purpose-built for sushi and sashimi. It offers a vibrant medley of apricot, Gala apple, lime blossom, and peach, underpinned by zesty acidity and a clean, mineral finish. Elegant, expressive, and gastronomically precise, it’

The 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

Fitz Sparkling Wine is an innovative English sparkling wine that emphasises fruit and is easy to enjoy. It is produced in Sussex using the Charmat method, which the finest producers of Prosecco favour. Fitz is light, fruity, and juicy, with mouthwatering tones of white peach, honeysuckle, apple with melon, pear and a touch of gingery spice to the crisp finish. Vegan-friendly, serve this lightly chilled with strawberries, hummus and crudites, or peppery rocket salad. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (May 2025)

The 2024 Vermentino from Bacco Estate is a bright, coastal-inflected white with zesty citrus, wild herbs, and a saline edge. Italian by variety, proudly South African in character — it’s vibrant, textured, and refreshingly different. A clever, confident take on Mediterranean style. Vivino Rating: 4.2 (July 2025) Taste Fresh, fragrant and floral on the nose, the Bacco Estate Vermentino offers an enchanting blend of peaches, pear drops and jasmine with a clean citrusy overtone. On the palate, ther

The 2021 Prelude from Bacco Estate is a poised, fruit-forward blend that hints at the estate’s Grand Vin to come. Juicy dark berries, subtle spice, and fine tannins make this an elegant, early expression of the house style — approachable yet built with intent. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (July 2025) Wine Press Ratings Bronze Medal Winner - IWSC (2021 Vintage) "Aromas of black fruit and dried tea with well-integrated flavours of ripe berries and leather." Taste Deep crimson with ruby highlights, this blen

Château des Tours farms some of the oldest vines in Brouilly, with parcels in the lieu-dit Les Tours — a hillside plot on the edge of Combiaty where some vines are over 80 years old. First produced in 2014, this cuvée shows just how serious Beaujolais can be. A beautifully judged wine that proves Brouilly is capable of elegance as well as charm. Taste There’s real finesse here: pure blackcurrant and cherry fruit on the nose, a touch of spice, and a silky, refined palate with impressive depth and

96 Points – Tim Atkin MW. Only 9,000 bottles of this experimental Malbec were made by the Durigutti Brothers, Hector and Pablo. It is made from five different parcels of vines, defined according to the soil profile: deep clay loam, silt loam, rocky loam, sandy loam and boulder loam. Each parcel is vinified separately in 'concrete eggs' before the final blend is created. The vineyard is at an altitude of 1,050 meters, ensuring good levels of acidity, vital in the production for high quality Malbe

A 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

The Puglia Pop Riccio Verdeca is a brilliantly innovative wine from Puglia on Italy's southern Adriatic coast. Made from the native Verdeca, Puglia Pop's mission is to produce unorthodox wines that are an authentic reflection of grape and place. In the case of the Puglia Pop Riccio Verdeca, this has resulted in a wine that's fresh and minerally, but with richness and intensity.  Taste Straw gold in colour with pale emerald highlights, the bouquet is fresh and zingy with green apple, lychee, pine

The Puglia Pop Triglia Negroamaro Rosato 2024 is an exciting rosé wine produced by the innovative Puglia Pop winery. Hailing from Puglia on Italy's southern Adriatic coast, using the local Negroamaro grape, Puglia Pop's ambition to highlight the grape and land's characteristics shine through. Taste Pomegranate pink, the nose is a fruit cocktail of cherries, strawberries, raspberries, and rose petals. Fresh and juicy in the mouth, there's enough acidity to keep it fresh and clean, but the lusciou

Is this the best Whispering Angel ever?  Probably. Chateau d'Esclans' Whispering Angel 2024 Rosé is a dry, refined wine with a pale salmon hue, featuring a delicate nose of fresh strawberries, white peach, and citrus blossom. The palate offers notes of wild berries, cherries, pink grapefruit, and stone fruits with a silky, soft texture and vibrant acidity.  There's more weight and extract than in the 2023 (a very tricky year), and it finishes with a clean, elegant finish of summer fruits, minera

A sophisticated expression of Franschhoek’s terroir, The Max 2019 is a meticulously crafted Bordeaux-style blend that balances power with precision. The nose is deeply layered, revealing cassis, black cherry, and plum, interwoven with cedar, tobacco, and graphite. The palate is structured yet polished, with finely grained tannins supporting a core of dark fruit, savoury spice, and mineral complexity. Aged in French oak, the wine’s elegance and depth promise remarkable ageing potential, yet its r

A 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

Produced from a mix of sustainably grown Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Roussanne, and Viognier vines, this is classic Cotes du Rhone Blanc. As with so many of Chateau de Gourdon’s wines, the Fontaine du Sud is fruit-driven and allows the natural brilliance of the vineyard and vine to shine through. Following a gentle pressing the wines are fermented at low temperatures (typically around 13.5 °C) and then allowed to rest on their lees over the winter. The resulting wine is fresh, complex,