Antonio Caggiano Greco di Tufo DOCG Devon 2024 75cl
£20.05
Fantastic aroma of peach, lemon, fresh herbs and pear, becoming increasingly honeyed as it sits in the glass Lovely rounded texture, cut-across with lively acidity Distinctive - fresh, yet gentler and richer-textured than Riesling while crisper and livelier than white Burgundy - just plain delicious
Gilles Robin Crozes-Hermitage 'Papillon' 2024 75cl
£22.20
This is absolutely delicious Exciting young Syrah aroma, full of raspberries and fragrant black pepper It is not heavy in the mouth, but still feels complete, succulent and rounded Lovely savoury, spicy finish This is absolutely delicious, in case we didn't mention it previously
Ken Forrester Wines Sparklehorse 2023 75cl
£23.04
Ken Forrester has a superb reputation for Chenin Blanc, and this first sparkling wine in the classic tradition is no exception It has a creamy and delicate mousse while maintaining bright, fresh apple, pear and quince aromas
Planeta Etna Bianco Contrada Taccione 2024 75cl
£25.01
Pale yellow with green highlights Aromas of white peach, yellow plum, herbal notes The small percentage of wine fermented in wood softens the refreshing acidity typical of the Carricante and add complexity to the mineral character of this volcanic wine
Bogle Family Vineyards Juggernaut Russian River Pinot Noir 2022 75cl
£26.15
From the premium Russian River vineyard area, this is distinctively Pinot Noir, with Bogle's irresistibly easygoing charm It has defined aromas and flavours of red cherries and cranberries, with hints of fragrant wood, cherry leaf, vanilla cream and root beer Super-soft and silky in texture, with juicy fruit, gentle acidity and soft tannin, this is an effortlessly enjoyable Pinot Noir Juggernaut is the name of Bogle's selections from particularly special vineyard sites, offering a clear step up in concentration from their regular reds, while maintaining their hallmark approachable style
Cenatiempo Per' e Palummo (Piedirosso) Ischia DOC 2024 75cl
£22.15
Ruby colour, very bright On the nose a mix of red fruit, strawberry and red berries with hints of violets and spices On the palate it is dry and clean with a refreshing and pleasant character
Crasto Superior Syrah 2023 75cl
£25.22
This wine takes its name from the location of the vineyard from which the grapes come: Douro Superior (Upper Douro) The grapes used to make this wine come from our property Quinta da Cabreira where we have 114 hectares of recently planted vines Crasto Superior Syrah shows well-integrated aromas, fresh berry fruit and notes of chocolate Engaging beginning, leading to a wine with great volume and a good structure made of fresh and finely-textured tannins The finish is perfectly balanced and lingering
Trimbach Riesling 2023 75cl
£21.07
Arguably the standard by which all dry Riesling should be measured, and required reading for any serious student of wine, this is absolutely classic, with tangy lime pith and aromatic beeswax character Fine balance and texture on the palate, with typical Trimbach understated elegance Still youthful and fresh, it is just starting to show hints of matured complexity Delicious now, it will continue to evolve beautifully for at least another 4-5 years
Omina Romana Chardonnay 2022 75cl
£22.44
An irresistible and fabulously expressive Chardonnay, this exudes generous notes of ripe pineapple, vanilla cream, chamomile and salted caramel It is irresistibly succulent, juicy, rich and delicious, with a fresh, mouthwatering finish A really excellent wine, this is made along the lines of top Pouilly-Fuisse No oak is used: this is kept for six months in stainless-steel vats on the fine lees, with occasional stirring
Trimbach Pinot Noir Reserve 2023 75cl
£23.20
The wine is soft and gentle on the palate with juicy strawberry and cherry flavours Round and sumptuous already, more intensity and complexity could in theory develop with bottle age, but almost certainly will not since it's so irresistibly delicious now Medium-bodied, with perfect, soft tannin A classic expression of Alsace Pinot Noir - traditionally served chilled
Varvaglione Papale Oro, Primitivo di Manduria 2021 75cl
£28.84
Deep, dark, tempting and seriously seductive, Papale Oro has aromas of kirsch, plum and spicy oak, and flavours of rich dark chocolate, ripe cherries and spice This is Puglian wine at its best, with great character, warmth, and 'friendliness,' yet no shortage of delicious spiciness, complexity and pure fruit intensity, and ultra-plush, velvety texture There are layers of ripe black cherry and blueberry fruit, and everything is balanced by beautiful freshness right through to the finish
Bodegas Verum Ulterior Garnacha Parcela No 6 Organic 2020 75cl
£21.50
Winemaker Elias Lopez describes this as "Spain's answer to Pinot Noir," and it's easy to see why With a unique and beautiful, transparent peach-rose colour, this is almost a rose wine, however it has concentration and complexity that's virtually never seen in rose It has classic red Burgundy aromas of ripe cherries, rosehips and earthy, leafy, 'woodland walk' nuances, alongside an alluringly fresh apricot character that is all of its own In the mouth, it is succulent and rounded, with surprising body for such pale colour, and yet such soft tannins as to be pretty much unnoticeable With a hauntingly long finish, this marvellous wine is drinking beautifully now and over the next 3-4 years at least This is crafted in the way Spanish wines used to be made before French got involved in the 19th Century It is aged underground in large clay 'tinajas'
Susana Balbo Signature Barrel-Fermented Torrontes 2024 75cl
£20.56
Golden color with bright reflections The nose is fragrant and complex, with hints of tropical fruits, especially lychee, and citrus notes, such as lemon peel, with delicate floral aromas The mouth is harmonious with balanced acidity, combined with intense fruit flavors This wine has good, round body, with a silky texture
J Chivite Family Estates Coleccion 125 Vino de Guarda Tinto 2019 75cl
£28.25
COLOUR: Pure, ruby red colour NOSE: Very intense and complex, black fruit, blackberry, cassis, chocolate, cedar, juniper PALATE: Dense and fleshy attack, great evolution of powerful and round tannins Very long aromatic persistence