Vachnadziani Winery, Kakheti, Saperavi 'Classical' 2020 75cl
£15.58
Inviting aromas of wild berry, spice and toasty notes prelude an earthy palate with rich creme de cassis and ripe raspberry flavours enhanced by a touch of black pepper
Bodegas Martin Codax Lias Albarino 2021 75cl
£18.86
The Martin Codax Lias Albarino is beautifully aromatic, with notes of juicy pear, crisp apple and white peach, with layers of complexity from the lees ageing: yeast, vanilla and fresh-baked bread It has masses of up-front appeal from the first sip, with juicy richness, fresh fruit, cream and warm brioche notes, and a long, refined finish It comes from the Pe Redondo vineyard, and undergoes regular stirring ('batonnage') of the fine yeast lees for 6 months, followed by resting on the same lees for a year, and then a further six months in bottle This process helps develop layers of complexity and subtle, rich, creaminess, while at the same time preserving tip-top freshness This is a magnificent Albarino
Bodegas la Purisima, Yecla, 'Campules La Rubia' Macabeo NV 75cl
£10.09
Bright and aromatic aromas of juicy stone fruits and a touch of refreshing citrus lead to a light and vibrant palate full of fruit with a crisp, mouthwatering finish
Chaffey Bros Wine Co Not Your Grandma's Chillable Red 2022 75cl
£15.46
Medium colour with a garnet hue Lifted aromatics of rose petals, red berries, cola and a subtle fresh earthy note Palate sits somewhere betweena rose and red, it's medium bodied, soft and smashable, with refreshing acidity leaving you wanting more Upfront red fruits, continuing with earthy, cola/anise characters and finishing with a peppery stalky spice A great balance of sweet and savoury from the likes of Grenache and Mouvedre
Louis Tete Fleurie 2022 75cl
£16.02
"Bright brick red in the glass, with attractive ruby highlights The nose is forward and fruit driven, overflowing with cranberry and raspberry and a touch of green spiciness The palate is medium bodied, soft and supple, with good acidity supporting vivid forest fruit flavours The finish is elegant, dry and poised "
Lake Chalice, 'Skye', Marlborough, Rose 2021 75cl
£8.82
A pale, refreshing and elegant rose in a lighter style, showing delicate notes of perfumed cherry blossom and juicy red berries
Virgen de las Vinas, 'El Concierto' Tinto NV 75cl
£9.41
A smooth and juicy red wine made from the Tempranillo grape showing red-berried fruit and cherry notes in an easy-drinking, unoaked style
Saint Clair, 'Wairau Reserve', Marlborough, Sauvignon Blanc 2022 75cl
£25.72
Intense herbaceous, passion fruit and mineral flavours, richly textured with a long and saline lingering finish Benchmark Marlborough Sauvignon
Oak Ridge Winery, California, 'Maggio' Old Vines Petite Sirah 2021 75cl
£16.73
This richly coloured wine offers opulent notes of ripe blackberry fruit with nuances of smoky bacon, vanilla and wild herbs, juicy and inviting
Feudi di San Gregorio, 'Cutizzi', Campania, Greco di Tufo Riserva 2022 75cl
£23.18
A lively and herbaceous wine with exotic pear and dried apricot notes leading to a mineral, bracing finish
Les Vignerons de Buzet, Buzet SANS , Sans Sulfites Ajoutes 2022 75cl
£14.35
Bursting with vibrant aromas of red and black plummy fruits, this voluptuous wine has crunchy flavours with a hint of chocolate and a lip smacking finish
Casa Brancaia Chianti Classico Riserva 2020 75cl
£31.66
This is an outstanding Chianti Classico Riserva It has freshness, alongside concentrated, complex aromas and flavours of dried cherries, dark chocolate and toasted coconut, with masses of depth and richness The tannins are rounded and velvety, and it has superb length Upon opening, it is initially lean, but the flavours and texture expand and soften with exposure to air This is an excellent example of how skilled blending of the juicier Merlot fleshes out the noble yet sometimes ascetic Sangiovese Ready to drink now, this will also evolve well with bottle age over you can enjoy this at your leisure over 5-10 years
D Arenberg The Stump Jump White Blend 2021 75cl
£11.50
Riesling gives the finesse and class to this wine, Sauvignon Blanc adds loads of aromatics, and the Marsanne and Roussanne provide complexity, weight and nuttiness to the palate The resulting wine is an exotic mix of citrus, stone fruits, passionfruit, guava and tinned pineapple which develops into a long savoury, nutty like finish The mouthfeel is rich and luscious without being overly oily, kept in check by a fine line of mineral acidity
Planeta Serra Ferdinandea Rose 2022 75cl
£18.31
This wine has the colour of mother-of-pearl - a shimmering, pale pink Aromas of white peach, rose tea and sea spray tantalise the nose, while the palate is fresh and flowing, with the finish in perfect balance Serra Ferdinandea is named after a volcanic island that existed for just a few months between July and November 1831, and despite its short lifespan, became the subject of lively territorial dispute between the Sicilians, the French and the British This wine is instead the result of Sicilian-French international collaboration, harnessing the grape-growing and winemaking expertise of the Planeta and Oddo families
Castel de Paolis, Frascati Superiore 2022 75cl
£24.85
An intense and aromatic Frascati, with notes of juicy exotic fruits complemented by floral and lime zest top notes and culminating in a long, saline and mineral finish