Staff Picks

Abito Juventud Malbec is a distinguished red wine from Argentina, showcasing the rich, bold character typical of Malbec grapes. This wine offers intense dark fruit aromas with subtle hints of spice and a smooth, balanced finish. Ideal for pairing with grilled meats or hearty dishes, it reflects the vibrant terroir of its origin and appeals to enthusiasts seeking depth and elegance in every sip.

Abito Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva from Argentina’s Maipú Valley benefits from an exceptional climate that enhances the grape's natural qualities. This wine presents a refined expression of Cabernet Sauvignon, showcasing balanced tannins and rich, concentrated fruit flavours characteristic of the region. Ideal for those seeking a sophisticated wine with depth and structure, it reflects the terroir’s influence and expert craftsmanship.

Abito Malbec Reserva hails from Argentina's Maipú Valley, renowned for producing expressive and finely crafted Malbecs. This wine delivers a rich palate of ripe red and black fruits, seamlessly balanced with subtle oak nuances. Its vibrant structure and smooth finish make it a standout choice for those seeking a deeply flavourful and elegant expression of Malbec.

Abito Cabernet Franc Reserva is an outstanding expression of this varietal from Argentina’s Maipú Valley, a region well-suited to its cultivation.  This wine reveals aromatic complexity with notes of red berries, herbs, and subtle spice. Its elegant structure and smooth tannins deliver a refined and balanced palate, reflecting the unique terroir of Maipú.

A delicately aromatic wine with light floral notes and hints of green apple, grapefruit and white pepper with a zesty, mineral finish

Aromas of ripe pear, citrus zest, and white flowers lead to a palate of apple and peach flavours, refreshing on the finish

Torre de Rejas Tempranillo is an exclusive find for Great Wines Direct, sourced directly from La Mancha's heart. This full-bodied Spanish red showcases the classic character of Tempranillo; ripe dark fruit, subtle oak, and a smooth finish that punches well above its price point.A standout value wine that delivers premium quality without the premium price tag. Perfect for everyday enjoyment or impressing guests on a budget.

Intensely aromatic notes of rich pineapple and citrus and finishing with a mineral, salty edge

A wildly expressive and complex wine, full of lemon, honeysuckle, peach, melon and buttery notes Textured and full-flavoured with a mineral note on the finish

A fruit-forward Pinot Grigio with notes of apple, peach and citrus, through to a crisp and vibrant palate with a fresh and mouth-watering finish

"A nose of green apple and apricots is followed by a fresh and aromatic palate "

Wonderfully intense and elegant on the nose with white fruit, pear, fresh herbs and citrus notes The palate is bracingly fresh with poise and tension, a notably saline character and a long, complex finish Sourced from 3 hectares of vines in Getaria, the yields are carefully controlled in order extract maximum intensity of aromas from the Hondarribi Zuri grape Fermentation takes place in French barrel all from the first press at a temperature of 12 oC 10% of the wine then undergoes malolactic to slightly reduce the acidity and provide more weight and balance on the palate The Txakoli is then left in contact with the lees for 6 months to add volume and texture

Ailala's Souson from Ribeiro showcases the distinctive character of this lesser-known Galician white wine region. The 2022 vintage captures crisp minerality and subtle stone fruit notes, with the region's signature herbaceous undertones. Souson grapes deliver a lean, elegant profile, ideal for seafood, light poultry, or as an aperitif. A thoughtful choice for those seeking authentic Spanish whites beyond the mainstream.

Intense ruby red with a bouquet of red cherries, spice and vanilla Full bodied on the palate, warming and fruit-forward, with juicy cherries and a floral twist