Frescobaldi Leonia Brut 2022 75cl
£35.92
Leonia brut 2017 has a beautiful straw-yellow colour The perlage is utterly refined, with bubbles constantly forming and creating a diamond necklace-like edge These accentuate the golden tinges of the wine The nose reveals splendid hints of citrus fruit, peach and white fruit, and floral hints of gorse, magnolia, hawthorn and cedar leaf This is followed by hints of sweet pastry, toasted bread and more mature aromas of dried fruit (eg dried apricot) Creamy and fresh
Casa Brancaia Ilatraia Maremma 2021 75cl
£54.10
Ilatraia is Brancaia's top wine from the coastal district of Maremma - it is full-bodied and impressive, with its freshness, precision and elegance; showing a perfect balance between maturity and finesse With intense aromas of black fruit, it is extremely silky and polished, and has the supple tannins that are typical of the Tuscan coast The combination of Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc shows the full beauty of this terroir, not least because the three grape varieties can ripen perfectly without requiring irrigation Ilatraia is aged in half new French barriques for 18 months and then matures in the bottle for at least one year
Milsetentayseis Ribera del Duero 1076 Milsetentayseis 2021 75cl
£69.67
An unpronounceable name, but an extraordinarily wonderful wine This is a special project by the winemaker of top Ribera del Duero estate, Pago de Carraovejas, to revive some tiny, old vineyards, which are the very highest in the region - at 1,076 metres elevation (1,076 is the meaning of the name Milsetentayseis) Thanks to the altitude and vine age (up to nearly a century old), the wine has fabulous fruit concentration and freshness, and an amazing, super-silky texture, all of which arise from the intensely sunny days yet decidedly chilly nights through the growing season Its beautiful balance suggests that it could be cellared for several years, however its fabulous silkiness means that there is nothing to stop you tucking in straight away!
Maison Roche de Bellene Monthelie 2019 75cl
£40.19
A delicious, delicate Burgundy that is drinking beautifully now It has vivacious fruit perfume on the nose, with the hint of earthiness that marks it as 'un vrai Bourgogne' Juicy and straightforward, this is one to enjoy now and over the next two years
Chiara Boschis - E Pira Barolo Via Nuova Organic 2021 75cl
£71.54
The dominant fruit character here is fresh strawberries, which is followed by a complex and appealing mix of dried cherry, vanilla, fenugreek, chestnut and mushroom Deep, savoury and concentrated in the mouth, it is broad, rich and full-bodied, yet with fabulous finesse to the tannin Its weight and ripeness are superbly balanced by an excellent impression of freshness The tannin is noticeable at this stage, so this is a wine that would benefit keeping a couple of years before enjoying over a decade or longer
Chiara Boschis - E Pira Barolo Mosconi Organic 2021 75cl
£81.70
The 2020 Mosconi is youthful, but this delicious vintage has a gentle, appealing character that enables the wine to be enjoyed now, although it also offers superb cellaring potential With a deep ruby colour and terracotta rim, it is immediately expressive, with fantastic aromas of raspberry, black cherry, cedar, sandalwood, black liquorice, roast chestnut and fallen autumn leaves leaping from the glass In the mouth, it's irresistibly plump, rounded and juicy, although this fleshiness conceals a firm structure of tight tannin and bright acidity This is drinking surprisingly well at a young age, and promises to provide decades of pleasure Now-2046 The Mosconi cru is a cool site - located at 370 metres elevation in Monteforte d Alba
Bernard Defaix Chablis Premier Cru, Cote de Lechet Reserve 2023 75cl
£33.06
A flinty wine offering layers of butter cream, honey, green apples, white flowers and a hint of herbal freshness A white wine of good complexity, with pleasing concentration and mouthwatering and lingering finish
Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2022 75cl
£49.10
Deep red-ruby Fruit-driven aromas of cassis, redcurrant mingle with smoke, spice and animal fur Soft, lush and ripe, with enticing fruit and good balance Easy going, generous and balanced for early drinking appeal
Marques de Caceres Gaudium Reserva 2020 75cl
£50.44
Very dark ruby-red colour with shiny glints Notable for its intense, complexity and depth Brimming with layers of rich fruit, subtle minerals along with the depth of its distinctive character ripe black plums, touches of thyme as well as balsamic notes that enrich the overall finish a full-bodied flavour A lengthy and refined finish of great complexity This wine offers a range of rich notes, in keeping to the sensations captured by its aromas