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Wine Winemaker Xavier Roger used grapes from a number of vineyards in order to obtain a pure expression of this infamous variety. Buttery, full-flavoured, with hints of blossom on the nose, this wine offers excellent value for money.
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Wine Rosso Piceno DOC is part of the region of Marches, just north of Rome on the east coast of Italy. Wines from this region were already known in Roman times and Hannibal reportedly used it to rub down his cavalry horses on his march to Rome, to give them new vigour. A wine offering the elegance of Sangiovese combined with the charming ripe fruit of the Montepulciano. Smooth and rich on the palate with a long, balanced finish. Absolutely an all-rounder, this goes particularly well with rich pasta dishes.
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Wine Cantina Beato Bartolomeo has concentrated its efforts in the last few years on increasing the quality of all aspects of their winemaking. The co-op rewards its members by analysing the grapes coming in and sharing out the proceeds in proportion to the quality delivered. A vibrant Pinot Grigio that offers much more character and class than some. Showing citrus fruit flavours and subtle floral aromas. Good acidity helps create a clean, refreshing wine. Made to be drunk within six months of purchasing this wine should be well chilled and is compatible with seafood salads and risottos.
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Wine This wine comes from the Bio Bio Valley, one of the most southerly of Chile's wine producing regions. The soil and climate in this area are unique in Chile, and ideal for Gewürztraminer. This is a fresh, floral wine with an exotic nose of aromatic, lychee and marzipan fruit. The palate is long, citrussy and well balanced.
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Wine An excellent Malbec made from grapes grown in the foothills of the Andes, one of the most favoured areas for cultivating grapes in Argentina. Ripe bramble and spicy blackberry notes on the nose are echoed on the richly textured palate, with hints of vanilla oak and balanced acidity on the finish.
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Wine Light and fresh like the Pinot grigios of Italy, this wine from the cool slopes of Mendoza in Argentina combines this with an intensity not found at this price in the Old World.
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Wine A freshly fruity and slightly off-dry white bottled with a natural spritz to maintain freshness. Plenty of white flower and peach characters from the fully ripe Chenin Blanc grapes make this a pleasant, summery white with lots of character.
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Wine This Sauvignon comes from vineyards not far from the town of Toulouse, in the Gaillac region. Low temperature fermentation and lees ageing helps to retain the wine's more delicate aromatics, with fresh grass, green apple and gooseberry flavours.
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Wine Classic Marlborough Sauvignon. Ripe gooseberries, Granny Smith apples and freshly mown grass on the nose are followed by the crisp, clean acidity and refreshing finish on the palate that are the hallmark of this variety. Excellent with seafood and goat's cheese.
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Wine Deep purple almost black in colour, the nose is full of ripe red fruits with a touch of liquorice, spice and violets. Sweet and juicy on the palate, raspberry and strawberry flavours intermingle with spicy black pepper notes and a touch of anise. The finish is soft and round with velvety tannins.
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Wine Torrontés has often been called Argentina's signature white varietal and this wine from Alamos captures all of the explosive aromatic character of this Argentine grape, with lively notes of citrus and peach interwoven with delicate layers of jasmine and blossom. Light and fresh on the palate with excellent balance and finishing with a bright, crisp acidity.
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Wine Terras do Sado is a region in Southern Portugal. In comparison to the Douro valley the climate here is warm and maritime, with temperatures moderated by the Atlantic ocean. Rich and full-bodied, showing ripe blackcurrant and blackberry fruits on the nose, and a hint of spiciness on the palate. Makes an excellent partner to hearty meat casseroles or spicy sausage dishes.
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Wine A delicious smooth drinking wine from South Eastern Australia with berry and plum fruit flavours intermingled with liquorice and black pepper notes. The finish is rounded off with cedar and spicy oak tannins, making this superb example of Aussie Shiraz the ideal partner to grilled meat dishes or a rich sausage casserole.
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Wine With lifted aromas of dark berries, cherries and vanilla, the palate displays ripe plum characters and lashings of spice. Soft tannins lead to a smooth and full finish giving this easy drinking Merlot a warming, quaffable quality.
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Wine Cool maritime breezes allow for a gentle and prolonged ripening period that makes the valley an ideal place for growing Chardonnay. Good aromatic intensity with fresh pineapple, mandarin orange, and papaya, along with stewed pears, and toasted notes that add complexity to the wine.
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Wine Deep and lively burgundy in colour, the aromas of freshly ground black pepper and grilled red peppers complement the tobacco and chocolate notes that blend seamlessly with hints of smoky oak. On the palate, this medium-bodied wine is structured by big, mouth-filling tannins. Spicy notes linger on the palate through the long, pleasant finish.
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Wine This fruit-filled rosé is made from Pinot Noir grapes grown on the stony foothills of the Massif Central. It was cool-fermented to catch the grapes' fresh fruit, full of the fresh strawberry and spice flavours so typical of this great variety. This soft, subtle rosé displays nuances of strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant and loganberry and is light in body, leaving a crisp refreshing finish. Serve chilled as an apéritif or as a delicious match for sushi, salads and chargrilled salmon steaks.
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Wine With zesty citrus notes and an elegant herbaceous dart through the fruit, this is clearly a Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. However, the classic characters of gooseberry and tropical fruit notes are enhanced by hints of wild strawberry on the finish giving this wine a real edge. Crisp acidity makes this a perfect choice for those who prefer their rosé dry and refreshing.
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Wine A lovely full bodied Shiraz from the Limestone Coast, with pure, ripe fruit and soft spicy notes. Resounding flavours of cassis and black cherry overlay the subtle vanilla and pepper notes with a smooth finish which leaves you wanting more.
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Wine Made from 100% Riesling grapes from the village of Piesport on the north bank of the Mosel River, this wine has been cold fermented to produce a refreshing, crisp and aromatically lively white. Aromatic citrus and floral perfume on the nose, with a crisp, lively green apple and lime palate. An ideal apéritif wine.
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Wine This straw yellow Verdicchio is a great example of how fresh and fragrant this grape variety can be. With a perfumed bouquet of pineapple and citrus the palate is dry, elegant and distinct. It is great partnered with seafood salad, especially when the sun's out.
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Wine The Durius vineyard is situated in the very heart of the Arribés del Duero Natural Park, a vast Natural Reserve spanning 200 sq km, where nearby the river Duero flows majestically by. Their aim is to protect the natural environment and promote quality grapes. A bright ruby colour with an intense fruity flavour and a hint of spice on the nose. Soft and rich with smooth tannins and heaps of jammy, dark fruit flavours combined with a subtle use of oak. Enjoy with hearty food such as sausages or lamb casserole.
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Wine Renowned for their light, fruit-driven wines, Brown Brothers have applied this formula to a full-on dessert wine. Showing off the Muscat's unmistakably 'grapey' flavour, this wine is intensely sweet, yet fresh and approachable, with just enough acidity to cut through the layers of honeyed sweetness, with a few gentle floral notes on the nose for good measure. Enjoy with summer puddings and fruit tarts, or even creamy cheeses.
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Wine This blend is unique to Brown Brothers, one of Victoria's greatest wineries. A lighter style of dessert wine, in which the delicate aromas of blossom and citrus zest predominate, giving the palate real zing amidst the syrupy sweetness. Excellent with moderately sweet desserts such as fruit puddings or tarte tatin.
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Wine Typically innovative and different, this is an intriguing blend from fourth-generation grower Miguel Torres. Founded in 1870, Torres have a rich history of innovation. Although mainly Moscatel, Viña Esmeralda is dominated by the fragrance and spice of the Gewürztraminer. Aromas of honeysuckle, ripe pear and custard apple intermingle with sweet vanilla spice. Fresh and lively on the palate with an aromatic richness that finishes with nuances of cinnamon and cloves. Sublime served with seafood, fish and especially paté, this is also a great apéritif.
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Wine A classic Umbrian golden-white wine that is both smooth and substantial. This wine is produced in the heart of one of the most classic regions of Italy, Orvieto. Indigenous varieties have been carefully crafted together to produce a clean, crisp wine with plenty of citrussy fruit. Best drunk within the next 2 years.
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Wine Copertino DOC is named after the town of Copertino, but also includes five other villages. These reds are made mostly from the dark skinned Negroamaro grape and this particular one is made from the fruit of 10-30 year old vines. Thick and luscious with dark, plummy fruits and hints of almonds and spice box. Well balanced and soft on the palate, this is an intriguing wine. Ideal with pizza and pasta dishes.
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Wine This entry-level Chianti has spent extra time in bottle before release onto the market to gain Riserva classification and because of this is incomparable to the plethora of low-quality wines from the region at this price. The wine is full and sumptuous in style. Displaying ripe cherry, smoke and a touch of dark chocolate, this wine is fuller in body than a typical Chianti at this price. The finish is round and complex, with earthy, smoky notes. Superb by itself or with rich tomato pasta dishes or Bruschetta, the Villa Dante is a real all-rounder.
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Wine This is a great quality wine with a real concentration of flavours. The nose is awash with lime, grapefruit and white peach, all underlined by a creamy nutty character. The palate is complex with a tightly knitted structure and succulent long length.
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Wine An amazing value limited parcel from acclaimed Bordeaux winemaker Bernard Magrez. Something of a crossbreed between the traditional blends of Bordeaux and the Languedoc, this is a powerful black fruit and spice-driven red, with layers of leafy, herbaceous complexity. Part of the blend has been aged in French oak barrels for 6 months, giving a silky sheen to the muscular tannins, now complemented by a period of bottle maturation. Marvel at the unbelievably low price over a rich beef stew. As this wine has a few years of bottle age, please note that it will benefit from being decanted or poured carefully to avoid excess sediment.
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