Fontanafredda Barolo DOCG Lazzarito Vigna La Delizia 2019 75cl
£105.86
Barolo Lazzarito 2019 has an irresistibly scrumptious nose of crisp, fresh red fruit alongside autumnal, woodsy notes, dried cherries, fragrant hay, bletted rosehips, dried figs and a hint of peppered steak As befits a bona fide Barolo, there's quite a bit of tannin here, but it's astonishingly silky and suave, and there's fine balance and lovely ripeness This is a really special, elegant bottle, and there's nothing to stop it being enjoyed immediately or any time over the next decade
Frescobaldi Mormoreto IGT 2011 75cl
£100.43
Pleasantly fresh with a bouquet that hints of blackberries, blueberries and raspberries On the palate, balsamic and minty notes balance out beautifully with hints of bergamot and jasmine Spicy notes of clove and vanilla are just around the corner Tertiary aromas of tobacco, cocoa powder and coffee bean are remarkably well-integrated The finish is long and persistent
De Martino Cuvee 2020 75cl
£117.37
One sniff, and you re hooked Drawn in by beguiling hints of the spice cabinet, a woodland walk, sesame oil with soy sauce and sun-dried seaweed at the tide line, there s no way back You take a sip, and are struck by how downright deliciously drinkable it is—all subtlety, mellowness, harmony and balance, with understated concentration and exquisite integration of everything Crafting wine of this calibre that has the wherewithal to cellar for decades, and yet is 100% ready to enjoy young is a remarkable achievement The culmination of 85 years of experimentation, Cuvee is composed of the finest fruit from the Vinedo Santa Ines, owned by the family since 1934 It is an old, massal selection of Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by a small proportion of Malbec and Petit Verdot It is the epitome of the De Martino style As Sebastian says, We don t think you need to show your best with power Finesse and gentleness, instead
Petrus Petrus, Pomerol 2011 75cl
£3,908.72
The most iconic wine in the world really needs no introduction The epitome of Pomerol, Petrus is outstandingly luxurious and opulent, and yet with undeniable class and restraint It starts to drink beautifully at around ten years of age, and remains at a plateau of excellence for decades
Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape XXL 2019 75cl
£229.79
Made in miniscule quantities and exclusively in the very best vintages (2019 is only the third year produced, after 2007 and 2016), the prodigious Janasse XXL Chateauneuf-du-Pape is a totally unforgettable wine Seamlessly sumptuous, silky-textured, massively full-bodied yet caressingly gentle, this is one of the most remarkable Chateauneuf-du-Papes in existence Ready to drink immediately, or enjoy at your leisure over the next 10+ years Made from around 65% Grenache and 35% other permitted grape varieties
Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa Double-Magnum 2018 300cl
£796.81
A very special wine that is only made in outstanding vintages from an historic east-facing vineyard planted with at least 49 vine varieties Intense, vibrant violet colour On the nose there is great depth and complexity, with aromas of wild forest flowers, white pepper and soft dark chocolate On the palate it is upfront yet in perfect harmony It is full-bodied and richly flavoured, with superb tannin, acid and fruit balance Intense, wild forest flowers and integrated oak and spice contribute to its impressive palate structure and length Only a few double-magnums were filled, and this is exceptionally rare
Frescobaldi Giramonte Magnum 2015 150cl
£275.93
Pleasantly fresh with a bouquet that hints of blackberries, blueberries and raspberries On the palate, balsamic and minty notes balance out beautifully with hints of bergamot and jasmine Spicy notes of clove and vanilla are just around the corner Tertiary aromas of tobacco, cocoa powder and coffee bean are remarkably well-integrated The finish is long and persistent
Frescobaldi Mormoreto Toscana 2018 75cl
£70.79
Pleasantly fresh with a bouquet that hints of blackberries, blueberries and raspberries On the palate, balsamic and minty notes balance out beautifully with hints of bergamot and jasmine Spicy notes of clove and vanilla are just around the corner Tertiary aromas of tobacco, cocoa powder and coffee bean are remarkably well-integrated The finish is long and persistent With its sandy soils and south-western exposure, the Mormoreto vineyard is located 300 metres above sea level Grapes were harvested by hand into 15 kg crates After initial sorting in the vineyard, the bunches were again carefully selected upon arrival in the cellar This close attention to detail guaranteed the best possible quality
Frescobaldi Lamaione 2012 75cl
£56.84
The ruby-red colour with tinges of purple is intense and impenetrable The bouquet offers a wonderful array of aromas Fruit is the star of the show, with pervasive hints of blueberry balanced out by fresh balsamic and minty notes The fragrance of the fruit seems beautifully crisp Lamaione 2016 has a pleasant tannic attack when tasted The level of alcohol and freshness are perfectly balanced, and the finish is long and persistent
Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2011 75cl
£78.64
CastelGiocondo is yet another chapter that encapsulates the wonderful story of this wine The ruby-red colour is vibrant and intense The wide-ranging bouquet is utterly elegant with fruity sensations that pervade the nose when you first smell it Hints of forest fruits and ripe red berries, accompanied by elegant floral notes, are the predominant aromas When left to breathe, it releases scents of spices and balsamic notes, which give it remarkable balance and complexity When tasted, it reveals a dense yet elegant tannic texture that, together with its characteristic mineral quality, envelops the palate and leaves alasting impression thanks to its harmonious balance The finish is long, warming and persistent, with resurging hints of sweet spices and balsamic notes