Bonny Doon Vineyard Le Cigare Volant 2023 75cl
£19.49
"In 1954, the village council of Chateauneuf-du-Pape was quite perturbed and apprehensive that flying saucers of 'flying cigars' might do damage to their vineyards, were they to land therein So, right-thinking men all, they passed an ordinance prohibiting the landing of flying saucers or flying cigars in their vineyards The ordinance further states that any flying saucers or flying cigars that did land were to be taken immediately to the pound" Thus reads the label of 'Le Cigare Volant', the inspiration of the original 'Rhone Ranger', Randall Grahm A fabulously delicious red from California's Central Coast - Just one sip teleports you to the southern Rhone valley Fragrant, perfumed aroma of just-picked fresh strawberries Full of flavour, with a delicious combination of juicy richness and super-soft tannins Very moreish Can it really be this irresistible without some kind of mind control? 52% Grenache, 35% Cinsault and 13% Syrah
Bogle Family Vineyards Pinot Noir 2022 75cl
£16.86
In keeping with Bogle's house style, the Pinot Noir is juicy and straightforward, with cherry coulis and strawberry jam on the nose and palate Soft, supple and easygoing, with the oak character coming across as a distinct vanilla note
Orin Swift Abstract 2022 75cl
£39.26
This wine is bursting with juicy red and dark fruits (raspberries, cranberries, dark plums) On the palate, it is voluptuous in body yet incredibly smooth with similar fruit notes and a touch of sweet vanilla With a luscious and velvety mouthfeel, the wine finishes with lingering ripe black plum notes and a long length
Orin Swift Palermo 2022 75cl
£48.36
Deep and alluring aromas of raspberry and ripe cherry are intermingled with accents of star anise, five spice and freshly steeped black tea The entry is smooth with a combination of cassis and blackberry with a satiating suppleness Ultra round and soft, the wine finishes with reverberating length
Angels and Cowboys Angels and Cowboys Rose 2023 75cl
£21.68
Angels and Cowboys Rose is classic 'Oeuil-de-Perdrix' ('partridge eye') style, meaning a delicate blush colour Aromas are minerally and ethereal with hints of grapefruit and spicy floral notes In taste, the wine is lively and racy with flavors of citrus blossoms and minerals On the palate, this rose displays vibrant acidity, with a full and silky mid palate, deliciously great length and just enough texture to enjoy with or without food
Orin Swift Mannequin Chardonnay 2022 75cl
£42.31
The nose opens with rich aromatics of Meyer lemon, honeydew, butterscotch and honeysuckle, with accents of jasmine, white pepper and fennel pollen A massive palate consists of ripe white peach and a bold Werther's Original entry and a layered mid- palate of nectarines, pineapple and honey A touch of green apple and wet stone culminate in a concise creI€me brulee finish
Cannonball Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 75cl
£18.35
An exciting revival of a classic style It has the best characteristics of traditional California and old world Bordeaux Features aromatic tiers of ripe mulberry, spiced black tea and purple floral notes Ample at its core with flavors of cherry, chocolate and roasted hazelnut, all contributing to tremendous depth, leading to a long and unstinting finish Pairs beautifully with lamb chops, roasted duck, cassoulet, black and blue burger, grilled aubergine and aged Cheddar
Fee Brothers Aztec Chocolate Bitters 15cl 15cl NV
£19.54
Bitters are enjoying a comeback with many new products appearing each year and even some old classic recipes are now back in production However it's worth noting that Fee Brothers have been quietly producing their sought after products since the middle of the 19th century and their much-loved range of bitters remains, in some cases, the only source of unique flavours essential for many cocktails This recent addition to the Fee Brothers line up is inspired by ancient reports of the Ancient Aztecs who were said to celebrate with a bitter beverage made of cacao beans, peppers and spices This has a good strong chocolate flavour with lots of spice and a light peppery kick
Bonny Doon Vineyard Le Cigare Volant 2022 75cl
£19.49
"In 1954, the village council of Chateauneuf-du-Pape was quite perturbed and apprehensive that flying saucers of 'flying cigars' might do damage to their vineyards, were they to land therein So, right-thinking men all, they passed an ordinance prohibiting the landing of flying saucers or flying cigars in their vineyards The ordinance further states that any flying saucers or flying cigars that did land were to be taken immediately to the pound" Thus reads the label of 'Le Cigare Volant', the inspiration of the original 'Rhone Ranger', Randall Grahm A fabulously delicious red from California's Central Coast - Just one sip teleports you to the southern Rhone valley Fragrant, perfumed aroma of just-picked fresh strawberries Full of flavour, with a delicious combination of juicy richness and super-soft tannins Very moreish Can it really be this irresistible without some kind of mind control? 52% Grenache, 35% Cinsault and 13% Syrah
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 75cl
£304.99
The awesome 2019 Cask 23 boasts Fay's finesse, harnessed to the warmth and weight of SLV It takes some time in the glass to give much away, but with patience it reveals a wonderful, subtle, ripe sweetness alongside beefy heft While ripe, it is definitely not overripe, and expresses a minty character, so typical of First and Second Growths from Pauillac or Saint-Estephe Beautifully complete and balanced, it is powerful, succulent and delicious, with plush-textured tannins It will be very tempting to start guzzling this soon, but it's worth waiting a few years at least Drink 2027-2050+ Originally named after a barrel whose contents was of such exceptional quality that it was bottled as a separate wine, Cask 23 later became a complimentary combination of some of the finest parts of the SLV and Fay vineyards While all the Stag's Leap estate wines boast impressive cellaring capability, this 'Napa First Growth' in particular requires keeping several years to show its best
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 75cl
£308.09
Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon is the sublime meeting of the absolute best lots from the Stag's Leap Vineyard and the Fay Vineyard The soaring, jubilant fruit character of Fay greets the nose, and is also evident in the mouth: providing succulence and opulence of texture SLV's contribution is evident in the deep, dark, concentrated fruit and savoury notes in the background, as well as the tightly-wound, concentrated structure Even more than the two single-vineyard wines, this is a wine that demands cellaring With age, it is simply awesome
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 75cl
£304.99
Even at a young age, the Cask 23 shows clearly what it is: a blend of the choicest portions of the Fay and SLV vineyards It displays Fay's wonderfully vibrant and honest morello cherry aroma, along with toasted spices, a waft of woodsmoke and pencil lead It has the immediate succulence and completeness of SLV, harnessed to Fay's restraint and elegance It is indeed the perfect combination of the two - bravo! With fabulously refined texture, it is graceful, fine and pure, with such persistence of flavour that one sip can last for a minute or more Even though this has an exceptionally long life of 3-4 decades ahead of it, it is easy to appreciate at this early stage
