Susana Balbo BenMarco Expresivo 2022 75cl
£32.20
The high altitude region of Gualtallary is recognized for its calcareous alluvial soils As a result, BenMarco Expresivo is a lineal, fresh wine, with aromas of blackberries, pepper tree and violets It stands out for its mineral notes, balanced natural acidity and firm tannins Great aging potential
Bertani Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena 2022 75cl
£22.10
Intense notes of blackcurrant, plum, raspberry, black cherry and spice Take a sip, and it s absolutely delicious, so vibrant and alive, with juicy elderberry fruit, rounded and sumptuous in texture Irresistible
Marques de Caceres Satinela 2024 75cl
£10.14
A deep-coloured full-bodied wine, luscious and velvety in the glass Intense nose, with sensations of fruity freshness wrapped in very integrated wood that complements, without overshadowing, the fullness of the Tinta del Pais varietal in Ribera del Duero In the mouth the wine is crisp, vivacious and elegantly sophisticated, showing touches of creaminess and toasted notes Rounded and dense tannins Both subtle and refined
Santadi Carignano del Sulcis, Grotta Rossa 2023 75cl
£16.02
This fills the nostrils with violets and toffee, then seduces the mouth with blackcurrant and dried figs, followed by intriguing secondary flavours of tar and mushroom to keep your attention
Fattoria dei Barbi Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2019 75cl
£109.06
Brick red in colour with earthy brown edges The nose is pronounced and complex, offering an entertaining array of red and blackberry fruits, spices and oaky aromas. The palate is medium to full-bodied with a richly complex middle and an everlasting, elegant finish. The tannic structure that dominated the wine in its youth is beginning to mellow and allow mature, secondary characteristics to show. A stunning wine with enormous appeal
Vumbaca Giuseppe Ciro DOC Rosso Classico Superiore Organic 2023 75cl
£22.34
Ruby red, intense, fragrant and persistent aroma On the palate it shows good structure and remarkable personality
D Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz 2019 75cl
£34.03
Dark fruit and savoury characters leap from the glass; liquorice and blackberry, laced with a hint of char Complexity in the shape of iodine and soil-like notes follow The wine is powerful and structured After decanting, the core of sweet black fruits, plums and mulberries permeates through the savoury layers of earth, shiitake mushrooms and cedarwood spice The wine is quite compact and focused A powerful yet refined expression of Shiraz with balance, complexity and persistence
Chateau des Gravieres Graves Rouge 2022 75cl
£18.60
Deep garnet-red with a slightly woody and toasted nose and aromas of prunes and liquorice Fleshy, robust and well-balanced in the mouth with a firm, lengthy finish This is a fantastic value classic Graves red that delivers loads of pleasure at a very modest price
Colterenzio Pinot Grigio DOC 2024 75cl
£15.38
This premium Pinot Grigio, sourced from the foothills of the Dolomites, is full bodied, with a lightly floral bouquet Lime and herb notes underlay the melon and pineapple fruit, and the mouthfeel is supple, with a touch of richness Balanced acidity on the palate leads to a concentrated finish Forget the mass market Southern Italian Pinot Grigio, this cooler Alto Adige wine is what proper Pinot Grigio should taste like
Bogle Family Vineyards Old Vine Zinfandel 2022 75cl
£18.12
This supple and mouth-filling vintage leads with juicy raspberry and ripe boysenberry fruit Hints of spiced chocolate integrate well with fruit that is surprisingly luscious and silky on the palate, partnered with black pepper backbone that gives structure and weight Flavours of toasted oak and pipe tobacco create further structure, allowing this wine to stand up to a variety of hearty fare
Seresin Estate Sun and Moon Pinot Noir 2016 75cl
£52.16
Made only in exceptional vintages, this is superb Pinot Noir, savoury and complex, lightly fragrant with flowers and mouthwateringly loaded with flavours of raspberry and redcurrant
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'
D Arenberg The Hermit Crab Viognier-Marsanne 2024 75cl
£15.16
The nose of this wine displays an enticing mix of white stone fruits and sweet pineapple with an underlying hint of ginger The palate is luscious and flavoursome, again nectarine and peach are prominent, with a twist of candied citrus rindThese sweet flavours evolve through the palate into more savoury flavours reminiscent of raw almonds and spice A generous, textural wine with surprising finesse on the 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