Domaine de la Rouletiere , 'Patrimoine', Vouvray Sec 2022 75cl
£23.40
Bearing all the hallmarks of classic Vouvray, this shows ripe green apple and citrus fruit with a mineral core, vibrant and dry on the palate with a lovely long, salty finish
Joseph Drouhin Saint-Romain 2022 75cl
£29.11
A very typical wine, representative of its terroir A bright golden hue, with a greenish touch Very fine aromas of white flowers (honeysuckle) and ripe fruit (yellow plums), evolving towards honey and gingerbread On the palate, straightforward and lively at first, then richness and roundness This wine dispalys a mineral "pebbly" ("caillou") quality is the hallmark of Saint-Romain
Domaine Brusset Gigondas 'Tradition' 2023 75cl
£20.63
Wonderfully genuine, just-picked raspberries and crushed black pepper aromas enveloped by a mouthwatering yeastiness, like baking bread Really fresh in the mouth, with raspberry and black cherry flavours, although the youthful tannin and crisp acidity suggest pomegranate or cranberry This is SUCH a vibrant wine: if you order a few bottles, it would be a shame not to enjoy some of them immediately for their wonderful freshness and crystal clear sense of place However, it will have no problem ageing 4-5 years, and probably longer Outstanding value
La Rioja Alta SA, 'Vina Alberdi', Rioja Reserva 2020 75cl
£25.48
A fresh Reserva showing ample red fruits layered with hints of vanilla, toffee, caramel and nutmeg Supple and smooth with a long, elegant balsamic finish
Chateau Guiraud G de Guiraud white Bordeaux 2023 75cl
£21.96
This is an amazing, immediately delicious yet complex white wine It impresses straight away with distinctive aromas of ripe pineapple, passionfruit and a hint of toasted sesame In the mouth, it is full-bodied, yet with fabulous freshness and zest You still taste the passionfruit, and there's a delicious pink grapefruit character as well that comes through on the palate This should evolve nicely for a few years, although it's so delicious now, it will be hard to resist drinking immediately From First Growth Sauternes producer, Chateau Guiraud, this superb dry white is only allowed to be called 'Bordeaux Blanc', since Sauternes must be a sweet wine
Creation Wines, Cape South Coast, Pinot Noir 2021 75cl
£27.31
An intensely fragrant and silky smooth Pinot Noir, where the melange of red berries and a whiff of wood spice are complemented by earthy mushroom
Creation Wines, Cape South Coast, Chardonnay 2021 75cl
£24.34
A chic, cool-climate Chardonnay, with glorious layers of sun kissed pear and peach enhanced by fresh minerality and hints of spice Full of finesse and elegance
Saint Clair, Pioneer Block 1 'Foundation Block', Marlborough, Sauvignon Blanc 2023 75cl
£23.53
This is an intense and aromatic Sauvignon Blanc with vibrant herbaceous and mineral flavours finishing on a note of peapod and grapefruit
Absolut Vodka Blue 70cl NV
£25.62
Rich, full-bodied and complex, yet smooth and mellow with a distinct character of grain, followed by a hint of dried fruit
Quinta do Vallado, Duoro, Porto Tawny 10 Anos NV 50cl
£26.02
Rich and velvety, with complex notes of dried fruit, praline, orange confit and nuances of tobacco through to a long, harmoniously balanced and complex finish
Paul Jaboulet Aine, 'Le Grand Pompee', Saint-Joseph Rouge 2022 75cl
£27.36
A beautifully balanced Saint-Joseph with fine tannins and layered notes of wild redcurrant and raspberry complemented by peppery spice and mineral notes
Paul Jaboulet Aine, 'Le Grand Pompee', Saint-Joseph Blanc 2023 75cl
£27.11
A beautifully balanced wine, with a creamy texture and expressive aromas of ripe pear and pineapple layered with light buttery notes and a fresh, saline finish