Chateau Durfort-Vivens Margaux Cru Classe Organic 2019 75cl
£104.29
"Ranked as a Second Cru Classe in the 1855 classification, the estate was bought by the company owning Chateau Margaux, whose main shareholder at that time was the Lurton family in 1961 Lucien Lurton, a great lover and protector of wine-loving terroirs, acquired and restored this exceptional vineyard In 1992 his son Gonzague inherited the property He modernized its operation with a view to developing the terroir's unique qualities Aromas of redcurrants, blueberries, violets, and light tobacco Smooth on the palate with fine tannins and a long finish "
Gusbourne Rose 2019 75cl
£50.71
Pale pink in colour with a light, delicate mousse The nose showcases lots of red fruit and stone fruit notes, citrus zest and fresh flowers The palate is dominated by red fruits, with strawberries and crushed raspberries, redcurrants and rhubarb, alongside red apple, nectarine and orange notes The wine feels elegant and juicy on the palate, with bright fruits, hints of pink peppercorn and a delicate mineral note, leading to a long, zesty finish
Gusbourne Brut Reserve Late Disgorged 2015 75cl
£99.07
Light gold in colour with a fine mousse and aromas of citrus peel, green apple and stone fruits alongside brioche and biscuit notes Lemon Sherbert notes on the nose turn to a creamier lemon posset on the palate, with white peach, apple and pear Behind the elegant fruit lies more complex flavours of toasted nuts, buttered toast and delicate spice leading to a long, intense finish
D Arenberg The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 75cl
£39.16
The nose exhibits classic Cabernet aromatics of blackcurrant leaf, violets and cigar box with an interesting twist of cooking spice and mustard seed These lovely savoury notes are followed through onto the palate but with an underlying sweet blackcurrant and mulberry fruitiness that builds as the wine evolves in your glass The initially cedary tannins start early and give the wine incredible length An intriguing fennel note starts adds freshness and lift to the long and lingering finish
Vina San Pedro Altair Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 75cl
£62.81
Deep ruby red with a nose of intense aromas of fresh red fruit like cherries, intermingled with a subtle note of oak that is perfectly integrated in the wine Good acidity balances this wine with a concentrated palate that achieves a good balance between the alcohol level, body and tannins Smooth texture and a long finish
Frescobaldi Ammiraglia, Aurea Gran Rose 2022 75cl
£38.77
This delicate pale pink rose' is markedly intense and complex Characterised by delicate hints of fresh pink grapefruit followed by sweeter notes of yellow peach Fresh, soft and juicy on the palate with delicate spiced finish The wonderful mineral notes give Aurea its unique character, providing persistence and depth when tasted
Trimbach Riesling Grand Cru Schlossberg 2021 75cl
£40.18
This is extremely appetising already, with orange, honey and some savoury herbal notes to begin with; opening to reveal spicy resinous and floral scents, and classic maturing beeswax character In the mouth, it's dry yet full-textured, and shows greengage, honey, orange and apricot flavours, before finishing with Champagne-like green apple character Very long on the palate, but it's not yet giving all it has - this deserves keeping a bit to show its full potential
Joseph Drouhin Grands-Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020 75cl
£703.62
In its youth, the wine displays aromas of great finesse, reminiscent of cherry and dark chocolate or cocoa bean, which is a delicate and sought after characteristic of this wine As the wine matures, these aromas evolve towards other refined nuances evoking undergrowth, truffle, fine leather and sometimes light notes of cigar or cedar wood The result is of great elegance and breed The tannins are refined and the silk and velvet of the body are a perfect match Very long aftertaste in which some of the aromas previously encountered are again in evidence and create the most elegant sensation
Casa Brancaia Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Organic 2020 75cl
£67.24
Brancaia Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is savoury and complex, and gives the impression of being a mellow, matured wine, even while relatively young It is fine and rounded in texture, with deep, woodsy flavours and beautiful balance It could easily age for decadeshowever it is absolutely ready to enjoy straight away (give it an hour in a decanter to appreciate it at its best) This is a 100% Sangiovese, selected from a single vineyard site The wine is not necessarily made every vintage, and the specific site may vary - the criteria are that this has to be the best-performing plot in a given year, from only the best years
Orin Swift Blank Stare Sauvignon Blanc 2023 75cl
£38.82
This unforgettably sumptuous Sauvignon Blanc, with the unmistakable pink grapefruit aroma of the variety, coupled to an unctuous texture like white Burgundy could only come from Orin Swift's visionary Dave Phinney, famed creator of the cult classic, The Prisoner This truly unique wine is perfumed with cedar, dried herbs and fresh hay, and delivers a juicy, full-bodied mouthful of ripe peach and passion fruit; finishing with a tangy shot of grapefruit and lemon zest
Noval Unfiltered LBV 2018 75cl
£31.04
Wonderfully pure fruit and great structure on this savoury, unfiltered LBV port: plums and dried fruit, with heady spice on the nose