Quinta da Lixa Alvarinho Pouco Comum 2025 75cl
£13.34
A fantastic display of both the fruit and floral character of the Alvarinho grape Notes of peach, lemon and grapefruit with floral tones and a generous, full texture on the palate
Graham's Late Bottled Vintage 2020 75cl
£22.62
Ruby-coloured port, brimming with the fragrance of dark fruit such as blackcurrant and black plum, all freshened by a lasting whiff of mint
Crasto Superior Douro Red Magnum 2022 150cl
£46.73
Magnum The wine has beautifully perfumed fruit and spice aromas, reminiscent perhaps of Cote Rotie or even of Chateau Cos d'Estournel It's intense and vibrant, with velvety texture and so-subtle oakiness Enjoy it immediately with grilled lamb or steak, or tuck it away for up to four years Yum!
Aveleda Solos de Granito 2024 75cl
£17.20
One of a fascinating pair of Alvarinho wines from Vinho Verde Solos de Granito comes from vines grown on granite bedrock While Alvarinho's innate peachy character is in evidence, there are more pronounced herbal characteristics On the palate, it is extremely pure, with long flavours, although it is leaner and lighter in texture than Solos de Xisto Granite is both paler in colour and more resistant to weathering than schist These attributes mean that it is not warmed as much by the sun's heat, and vines grown over it cannot develop such deep root systems, and so can experience more water stress during dry periods This does not generally cause problems in the Vinho Verde region, due to the significant rainfall that it receives throughout the growing season
Crasto Altitude 430 Tinta Francisca and Touriga Nacional 2022 75cl
£18.59
Garnet in colour, with an expressive nose of red fruit notes, perfectly balanced by delicate forest and fine spice aromas Easy and approachable from the first sip, the character develops on the palate into a wine of excellent volume and fine texture This embodies all the freshness and elegance that the Tinta Francisca and Touriga Nacional grapes deliver when planted at an altitude of 430 metres, in a vineyard with with a north-facing aspect: seductively soft, with restrained alcohol and a fresh, elegant finish
Roquette and Cazes Xisto 2019 75cl
£80.53
The wine has a deep, almost opaque red colour and a nose of violets, cassis and black cherries On the palate the Xisto is remarkably elegant with a classic balance of fine ripe tannins and intense mouth filling fruit Although delicious now, Xisto will age well for the next 10 to 15 years
Crasto Flor de Crasto White 2024 75cl
£12.40
Pale lemon in colour, with lively passion fruit aromas and elegant notes of orange blossom Seductive on the palate, evolving into a balanced, medium volume wine, with a medium structure and fresh mineral hints Engaging, vibrant and lingering finish
Crasto Touriga Nacional 2020 75cl
£50.23
Crasto's varietal Touriga Nacional comes from two of Crasto's higher-altitude vineyards, averaging 300m elevation There is an array of individual plots, and the winemaking team can select those best-suited to the growing season: in warmer years, those facing north and east fare better, while in cooler conditions plots with southerly or westerly aspect are selected This has a classy, cool blueberry, black cherry fruit character with a seasoning of vanilla, white pepper and cream After a little time in the glass, glorious spiced lily, freesia and honeysuckle scents emerge The expressive aromas, succulent texture and fabulous purity and finesse make this really irresistible straight away But if by dint of some superhuman self-control you manage to keep some back, it will undoubtedly reward cellaring
Aveleda Solos de Xisto 2023 75cl
£18.47
One of a fascinating pair of Alvarinho wines from Vinho Verde This is from vines grown exclusively on vineyards over schist (xisto) bedrock While true to Vinho Verde's overall fresh style, this is relatively rich-textured, complex and nuanced It has succulent flavours of ripe peach and apricot, with the tang of sherbet lemon Schist is a metamorphic rock that fractures easily, allowing the vine roots to penetrate deep into the ground, ensuring a steady supply of water Its dark colour means it absorbs the sun's heat and re-radiates it at night, giving a 'double-ripening' effect
Roquette and Cazes Douro Tinto 2022 75cl
£27.73
A really aromatic expression of Douro with fresh wild berries, plum and baking spices aromas and flavours Though it is certainly full-bodied, unlike some Douro wines it is incredibly fresh on the palate, with silky tannins that give a real sense of balance
Quinta da Lixa QL Loureiro 2024 75cl
£9.31
"Floral, fresh and zingy with fruity notes A well-balanced wine with a delightfully long finish "
Crasto Douro Red Half 2022 37.5cl
£8.28
Opaque red in colour with aromas of red berry fruit and subtle oak On the palate it has a perfect balance of bright, juicy red fruit, with satisfying weight of texture and the merest suggestion of well-integrated oak on the finish A superbly well made, moreish wine to enjoy with hearty mushroom or lamb dishes, and it's also a contender for the title of Perfect Barbecue Red