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 Red wines
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| 1982 Château Palmer, Cru Classé Margaux | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£137.48 |
£114.57 |
£100.00 |
£81.43 |
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| 1986 Château Haut-Batailley, Cru Classé Pauillac | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£10.08 |
£8.40 |
£40.20 |
£31.60 |
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 |  Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Cabernet Franc
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- To be consumed 1994 – 2010
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| 1986 Château Léoville-Las-Cases, Cru Classé St-Julien | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£101.28 |
£84.40 |
£195.00 |
£160.60 |
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 | A surprisingly youthful nose of fine, ripe cassis and vanilla spice. On the palate, this is concentrated and full bodied, while remaining exceptionally well balanced. The fruit is rich and ripe, with notes of blackcurrant and spice, as well as a fine minerality. This is a phenomenal Leoville-Las-Cases.
- Blend of different grape varieties
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Ready 2000 – 2030
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| 1989 Domaine de Chevalier Rouge, Cru Classé Pessac-Léognan | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£13.68 |
£11.40 |
£54.60 |
£43.60 |
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| - Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- To be consumed 2000 – 2010
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| 1998 Château Beau-Séjour Bécot, 1er Grand Cru Classé St-Emilion | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£8.88 |
£7.40 |
£37.50 |
£29.35 |
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 | 1998 is a vintage just coming into its own, with many wines beginning to drink beautifully now. Compared with the restraint of some of the left bank wines from the same vintage, this is quite showy and flamboyant, but that is no criticism. The ripe fruit notes of morello cherry and bramble fruit are to the fore, cocooned in fine oak vanillin notes and super-soft tannins. While concentrated and intense, this has a delicate and very pretty, scented finish. - Merlot / Cabernet Franc
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Ready 2004 – 2020
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| 2000 Château l'Evangile, Pomerol | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£107.28 |
£89.40 |
£150.00 |
£123.10 |
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 | - Merlot / Cabernet Franc
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
 Improving/Ready 2010 – 2025
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| 2005 Château Beauregard, Pomerol | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£6.68 |
£5.57 |
£26.80 |
£20.43 |
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 | Winemaker Vincent Priou believes that the 2005 vintage is his finest wine to date; certainly we cannot recall a more delicious wine from the property. Scents and flavours opened in the glass to reveal a mid-weight, lithe, attractive pomerol with a plum and fruit-cake dominated palate. Neither overworked nor excessively tannic, this is natural, pure, vibrant pomerol. A touch of minerality broadens black fruit flavours. Very reasonably priced.- Merlot / Cabernet Franc
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2025
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| 2005 Ségla, Margaux | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£5.28 |
£4.40 |
£21.00 |
£15.60 |
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 | The second wine (of Chateau Rauzan-Ségla) is simply entitled "Ségla" which in my humble opinion, represents one of the finest value-for-money wines in Bordeaux: the quality can be exceptionally good.” Neal Martin. Ségla 2005 comprises 54.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, 1.5% Cabernet Franc. Classified a deuxième cru classé in 1855, Chateau Rauzan-Ségla has benefited from investment and improvement over the last 20 years, strengthening its position as a true "Super Second".
Deep garnet colour. Pretty aromas of cassis, cedar, cloves and a touch of violets. Earth / loam. Medium acid and a medium+ level of fine tannins. This is generally a harmonious, elegant, second wine from this blockbuster vintage that is approachable now. Long finish.
- Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Cabernet Franc
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2009 – 2016
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| 2005 Château Lacroix, Côtes de Castillon | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£5.61 |
£4.67 |
£8.00 |
£4.77 |
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| From the superb 2005 vintage and the up and coming Côtes de Castillon appellation comes Ch Lacroix. We bought this parcel from JP Moeuix the owners of Ch Petrus no less.
Notes of black cherry, fruitcake and Autumnal leaves on the nose, on the palate the structure is beginning to soften but still provides a frame for the rich Merlot fruit which was so successful in 2005, long complex finish.- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Ready 2011 – 2012
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| 2006 Château Charmail, Cru Bourgeois Haut-Médoc | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£2.40 |
£2.00 |
£9.60 |
£6.10 |
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 | Lay & Wheeler has purchased from this property for upwards of 20 years and there is absolutely no question in our view that Olivier Sèze is one of the star performers amongst cru bourgeois producers. Year in, year out, Olivier produces an honest bordeaux that is full of character and brings cheer to consumers who wish to purchase quality at a modest price. Again in 2006, Charmail is a wine that should be on everyone’s shopping list. The nose of 2006 Charmail is vibrant and pure with fresh, curranty fruit in the ascendant. The palate is natural and unforced with an appealing vibrancy. The component parts are 45% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc and the remainder Petit Verdot. All in all a most attractive bordeaux.- Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2015
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| 2006 La Parde de Haut-Bailly, Pessac-Léognan | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£4.00 |
£3.33 |
£16.50 |
£11.85 |
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 | The second wine of Château Haut-Bailly, this has an intense nose of cherry and redcurrant with a touch of savoury warm stone. Spicy fruit and balanced acidity combine with a distinctive smokiness typical of Péssac. - Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Cabernet Franc
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2016
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| 2008 Château St-Pierre, Cru Classé St-Julien | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£6.63 |
£5.53 |
£26.55 |
£20.22 |
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 | Deep and bright in the glass. The aromas reveal intense sweet cassis with a touch of blackcurrant leaf. There is a fresh, fragrant note on both nose and palate. No lack of substance, there is a gently mouth-filling, fat quality to the black fruit, as well as notes of gravelly minerality. The purity and precision shown highlight the success of this Cabernet-dominant (87%) St.Julien. The silken tannins that seem to typify the vintage in the finer wines of the Médoc do much to lift this above its relatively humble status. An exemplary, streamlined St-Pierre. Robert Parker: 92-94
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
 Leave 2015 – 2024
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| 2008 Château Trottevieille, 1er Grand Cru Classé St-Emilion | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£14.13 |
£11.78 |
£56.25 |
£44.97 |
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| Profound, concentrated, plum, damson and black cherry nose, with dark liquorice notes. Wonderfully concentrated palate displaying generous texture and weight. Freshness and very fine tannins on a long, perfectly balanced finish. Very accomplished and stylish.
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Leave 2015 – 2023
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| 2008 Château Montaiguillon, Montagne-St-Emilion | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£6.15 |
£5.13 |
£9.95 |
£6.39 |
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- France
- No Drink Dates Available
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| 2009 Château La Marzenac, Lussac St-Emilion | Bottle - 75cl | 8
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0
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£2.77 |
£2.31 |
£11.40 |
£7.60 |
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 | From the superb 2009 vintage and the well-reputed satellite of St Emillion, comes Château La Marzenac. Lussac is one of five villages to the north-east of St-Emilion with the right to add that name to their own. Lussac makes excellent wines, slightly more rustic than its big brother, but rounded and with great charm. We bought this parcel from JP Moueix, the owners of Château Petrus no less.
This is a rich, full bodied wine showing great concentration of flavour. With juicy blackcurrant and expressive morello cherry on the nose. The succulent plum fruit on the palate is supported by a very elegant and slightly smoky sandalwood character. Soft, open with fine tannins and drinking well now, this is an excellent right-bank Bordeaux that displays real character.- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2018
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| 2009 Château Chantalouette, Pomerol | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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£3.18 |
£2.65 |
£12.90 |
£8.85 |
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| Herbaceous and leafy on the nose. On the palate, this has a glossy and appealing quality. A simple and flowing style, with rich, ripe fruit and a real sense of structure and freshness from the Cabernet Franc. - Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Leave 2014 – 2019
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 White wines
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| 2005 Château Laville Haut-Brion Blanc, Cru Classé Pessac-Léognan | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£35.68 |
£29.73 |
£140.00 |
£114.77 |
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 | A small production of just 600 cases, that comprises 78% Sauvignon
Blanc and 22% Semillon. Deep straw in appearance, with notes of
honeyed peach and citrus on the nose,. The palate is fine and zesty in
nature, with a truly scintillating acidity, linear in style, with a markedly
mineral character akin to wet-stone. The overall impression is one of
poised mineral infused fruit. Very fine and very, very long. Stunning.
Drink 12 – 20
- Semillon / Sauvignon Blanc
 Dry, White, Still- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2030
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Sweet white wines |
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| 2003 Château Rieussec, Cru Classé Sauternes | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£8.43 |
£7.03 |
£33.45 |
£25.97 |
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 | One of the estates from the Lafite-Rothschild stable, Rieussec is year in, year out one of the very best Sauternes produced. Dominated by Sémillon as it is, the blend offers a full-bodied, rich and waxy texture with plenty of butterscotch and fudge notes. The sweltering heat of 2003 produced incredibly high levels of natural sugar in the grapes, and the flavours beautifully ripe and almost tropical. This wine, paired with a tarte tatin, would be perfect for a truly hedonistic dessert experience.- Semillon / Sauvignon Blanc
- Sweet, White, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2008 – 2020
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| 2005 Château de Fargues, Sauternes | Half | 0
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0
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£6.24 |
£5.20 |
£24.90 |
£19.80 |
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 | An exquisitely beautiful sauternes that is clearly at the very highest level of sweet wines of the 2005 vintage. Was for many years under the same ownership as d'Yquem, which has been sold by the Lur Saluces family quite recently. A stunning tropical aroma is an entrée to a beautiful streamlined palate. Glorious composure here. Sweet yes but not cloying, with wave upon wave of high class exotic flavours.
- Semillon / Sauvignon Blanc / Muscadelle
- Sweet, White, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2024
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| 2008 Les Carmes de Rieussec, Sauternes | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£3.50 |
£2.92 |
£14.25 |
£9.97 |
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- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2017
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France - Burgundy |
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Red wines |
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| 2001 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru, Drouhin-Laroze | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£11.28 |
£9.40 |
£45.00 |
£35.60 |
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 | - Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Ready/Drink Up 2005 – 2013
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| 2006 Clos de Vougeot, Domaine Michel Gros | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£18.03 |
£15.03 |
£71.85 |
£57.97 |
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| Michel has a small parcel within the family holding which is situated in the sector known as Le Grand Maupertui. This is a glossy, intense style with an admirable concentration of fruit and almost cherry liqueur-like notes. There is a startling purity and clarity of flavour as well as a cushioned sense of depth to the expressive fruit. There is a delicacy about this vougeot and an undeniable elegance to the structure.
- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2018
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| 2007 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Clos de Réas, Michel Gros | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£52.65 |
£41.97 |
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 | Michel Gros’ ‘soft hands’ approach to winemaking is writ large on this beautifully nuanced vosne-romanée. Spicy and subtle smoky and exotic notes add to succulent ripe berry fruits on both nose and palate. A grace and elegance is already in evidence in this cuvée that we anticipate will be approaching its best four years from now. The estate’s signature wine. Drink 2011 - 2016- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
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| 2007 Beaune 1er Cru Les Sizies, Domaine de Montille | Magnum | 0
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0
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£12.36 |
£10.30 |
£49.20 |
£37.20 |
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 | Immediately appealing on the nose, with bright red berry fruits. The clarity of pinot noir character is very evident here, with a vibrant fluid fruit character. This has the breadth typical of beaune, combined with a delicious, moreish, purity of flavour. - Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
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| 2007 Grands-Echézeaux Grand Cru, Nicolas Potel | Bottle - 75cl | 12
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12
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£20.43 |
£17.03 |
£81.45 |
£65.97 |
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| Intoxicating dark berry and stone fruits dominate the scent of this sumptuous Grand Echézeaux. Structured and powerfully built yet in no way clumsy or out of ‘synch’ it is a Pinot that exemplifies all that is good in the 2007 Cote d’Or vintage. A wine that combines flavour intensity with seduction.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2016
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| 2007 Volnay 1er Cru Les Taillepieds, Domaine de Montille | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£10.08 |
£8.40 |
£40.50 |
£31.85 |
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 | Etienne de Montille makes some of the most sought-after wines in Burgundy, his Pommard and Volnay wines offering great style and fantastic value. Fragrant with violet-scented fruit on the nose and a hint of spice. The palate is wonderfully poised; a wine that displays its quality in its intensity, persistence and nuanced complexity. Silky-texture and subtle, this is a supremely sophisticated wine. - Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
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| 2007 Pommard 1er Cru Les Pézerolles, Domaine de Montille | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£10.38 |
£8.65 |
£41.70 |
£32.85 |
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 | Les Pézerolles borders the vineyards of neighbouring Beaune, and is one of the most elegant pommards. A broad weight of fruit is carried and lifted by a vibrant acidity which gives this wine a vivid intensity. Very fine, mouth coating tannins add depth to this fine pommard.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2016
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| 2007 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Craipillot, Humbert Frères | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£11.13 |
£9.28 |
£44.85 |
£35.47 |
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| Fresh, bright red berry fruits which carry to a sweet, fruity concentration on the palate make this wine so very appealing. Beautifully pitched, with a fresh pinot noir clarity, depth and persistence of flavour.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2015
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| 2007 Beaune 1er Cru Greves, Domaine De Montille | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£7.83 |
£6.53 |
£31.65 |
£24.47 |
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 | A beautiful expression of Pinot Noir, with great depth of fruit and fine tannins. Subtle oak is evident, but perfectly in balance alongside vibrant dark fruit characters and a touch of spice. There is earthy minerality and a long finish, signalling a very fine example. - Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2015
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| 2007 Pommard 1er Cru, Comte Armand | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£7.08 |
£5.90 |
£28.20 |
£21.60 |
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 | The final selection for this cuvée will be made at the time of the assemblage of the domaine’s Clos des Epéneaux. Historically, this is a blend of juice from parcels of young vines and includes barrels that do not quite make the grade for the domaine’s signature wine.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2014
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| 2007 Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru, Domaine Hubert De Montille | Magnum | 0
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0
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£37.56 |
£31.30 |
£99.00 |
£78.70 |
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| This is a very elegant and refined wine, with a volume and presence on the palate befitting its grand cru status. A rich silky texture masks the ripe, gently assertive tannin. Very long with plenty held in check, this wine is a great success for de Montille.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2020
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| 2007 Vosne-Romanée Les Hautes Maizières, Robert Arnoux | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£8.43 |
£7.03 |
£33.45 |
£25.97 |
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| Luscious, rich and displaying a velvet sheen texture. Generous, pure and displaying the sophistication of vosne. A single vineyard ‘village’ cuvée with a flattering, open and more-ish character. Drink 2010 - 2013- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2013
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| 2007 Chambertin Grand Cru Clos de Bèze, Nicolas Potel | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£27.78 |
£23.15 |
£86.10 |
£69.85 |
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| Displays a glorious floral and red fruit inspired perfume. Firm and structured with an exquisite and intricate weave of flavours. Ripe, exotic fruit fills the mouth, together with subtle spicy nuances.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2017
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| 2007 Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru, Domaine des Lambrays | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£15.63 |
£13.03 |
£62.25 |
£49.97 |
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 | Summer fruits and spices lead the perfume of this precise and composed Grand Cru. Reveals a classy, layered quality together with multi-nuanced red and dark fruit flavours. Freshness in evidence from beginning to a persistent finish.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
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| 2007 Morey-St-Denis 1er Cru Les Loups, Domaine des Lambrays | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£9.33 |
£7.78 |
£37.35 |
£29.22 |
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 | Thierry Brouin advised that the Les Loups cuvée includes a proportion of fruitfrom the young vines of Clos des Lambrays. As with the Clos, we tasted an assemblage drawn from barrels of new, one and two year wood. Lush, pure and generously open. Unforced, natural, beautifully pure and finishing with a deft touch of spices. The domaine is one of several that, in our view, have in 2007 surpassed the quality achieved in the previous vintage.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2014
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| 2007 Pommard 1er Cru Les Epenots, Aleth Girardin | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£7.53 |
£6.28 |
£30.15 |
£23.22 |
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 | Aleth owns two parcels on the Epenots, one in the Grand enclave the other on the slightly lower elevation of Petits Epenots. The wines are vinified separately and assembled after fermentation. Ripe and juicy with succulent fruit overlaying a characteristically firm base. Excellent value – as always. Recent tastings of mature vintages of Aleth’s wines have proved how well they age. - Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2015
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| 2007 Chambertin Grand Cru, Nicolas Potel | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£24.28 |
£20.23 |
£95.00 |
£77.27 |
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| Meaty, dense perfumes and flavours on view here that are so different from Nicky’s neighbouring Clos de Bèze. More masculine too and displaying a tremendous wealth of rich, mouth-filling fruit. A chambertin with harnessed power and breeding.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2017
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| 2007 Pommard 1er Cru Les Rugiens-Bas, Aleth Girardin | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£7.98 |
£6.65 |
£31.80 |
£24.60 |
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 | Deeper in colour than the Epenots and with the strength and power we expect to find in wines from Rugiens. Succulent and vibrant with hints of dark chocolate and toasty oak melding with flavours of black summer fruits.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
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| 2007 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Beaux Monts, Jean Grivot | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£11.43 |
£9.53 |
£45.75 |
£36.22 |
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 | Floral and fruity with blackberry, loganberry and damson scents dominating. On the palate, ripe tannins integrate with ripe fruit whilst the texture is both lacy and velvety. Finishes with a burst of freshness. A complete and harmonious vosne.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2017
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| 2007 Nuits-St-Georges 1er Cru Les Chaignots, Georges Mugneret | Bottle - 75cl | 3
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3
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£10.08 |
£8.40 |
£40.20 |
£31.60 |
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 | Chaignots is located on the Vosne side of Nuits. A profound and exquisite nose of spiced red and black fruits is the overture to a rich and beautifully refined palate. Intense, yet in lovely harmony with opulent fruit cloaking a firm but cushioned structure. Luscious and natural, this is an excellent premier nuits.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2015
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| 2007 Clos de Vougeot, Domaine Michel Gros | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£17.28 |
£14.40 |
£69.00 |
£55.60 |
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| Deep, chocolaty fruit is displayed on the nose coupled with dark plum and cherry notes – there is a touch of Christmas cake spiciness too. Rich and generous, this is a vougeot with controlled power and a cushioned texture. Very lovely, but as always, in very limited availability.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2016
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| 2007 Pommard 1er Cru Clos des Epeneaux, Comte Armand | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£11.13 |
£9.28 |
£44.55 |
£35.22 |
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 | A variation to Benjamin’s usual presentation of the Epeneaux tasting this year. In the past he introduced samples from different vine age plots, however on this occasion he preferred to present samples produced from the various soil types found in the vineyard. As with the estate’s regular premier cru, the precise blend is still to be finalised but all the indications from the individual ‘lots’ suggest that the wine will display rich, fruit-filled flavours underpinned by a firm, structured core.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2017
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| 2007 Nuits-St-Georges 1er Cru Les Pruliers, Jean Grivot | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£11.63 |
£9.70 |
£46.65 |
£36.97 |
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 | Generously fruity on the nose and luscious and lithe on the palate, this nuits exhibits poise and precision. Displaying delightful pure, sweet (in the sense of ripeness) fruit at the finish.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2015
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| 2007 Echézeaux Grand Cru, Jean Grivot | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£19.38 |
£16.15 |
£77.40 |
£62.60 |
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| A fascinating contrast to the domaine’s Clos de Vougeot, this Echézeaux combines juicy, succulent fruit and mineral notes with a coating of dark chocolate. Layered and textured and in exquisite harmony. Seductive, complex and sophisticated.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2017
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| 2008 Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits, Domaine Michel Gros | Bottle - 75cl | 1
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1
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£3.18 |
£2.65 |
£12.90 |
£8.85 |
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| Beautiful maroon purple in the glass with sweet cherry fruit on the nose. Perfumed, with lifted acidity and a fine, elegant freshness.Although immensely approachable whilst young, this will keep for at least five years- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2017
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| 2008 Bourgogne Pinot Fin, Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux | Bottle - 75cl | 17
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17
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£3.18 |
£2.65 |
£12.60 |
£8.60 |
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 | Produced from fruit grown in and around Nuits-St-George,Vosne-Romanée and Chambolle-Musigny, this is a Bourgogne Rouge with fantastic pedigree. Tasting it recently reminded us just how good this is. Supple attractive style with a core of ripe raspberry fruit, ripe tannins and intelligent use of oak, this has lovely weight and balance for a wine at this level.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2015
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| 2008 Chambolle Musigny, Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£7.08 |
£5.90 |
£28.20 |
£21.60 |
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| Silky and pure, this is everything one would want in a glass of Chambolle. Open and complicated nose of hedgerow fruit, spicy oak and violet.The palate is plump and pretty, with good intensity and matière. Beautiful balance - will be approachable from a young age.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2016
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| 2008 Nuits St-Georges Les Poisets, Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£7.08 |
£5.90 |
£28.20 |
£21.60 |
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| Produced from 70 year-old-vines, which were affected by millerandage in 2008; something many growers see as a positive as it leads to small, concentrated berries. Open and expressive on the nose, with crushed raspberry, cherry and vanilla. Like all Pascal's wines, it is solid with a rich texture and
intelligently used expensive new oak. Only nine barrels produced in 2008.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2018
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| 2008 Beaune 1er Cru Bélissand, Domaine Darviot-Perrin | Bottle - 75cl | 9
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9
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£4.68 |
£3.90 |
£18.60 |
£13.60 |
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| Fragrant on the nose, with gentle nuances of violet and red fruit. The palate is vibrant and attractive, with raspberry and loganberry notes, balanced by structural tannins and a zip of acidity. Harmonious and elegant, this has a long finish. - Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2016
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| 2008 Volnay Les Blanches, Darviot-Perrin | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
|
£4.43 |
£3.69 |
£17.65 |
£12.81 |
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| Refined and fresh in nature, with a layered and appealing style. The perfumed fruit is vibrant and attractive, showing a delicate and precise character.Very good.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
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| 2008 Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru, Chandon de Briailles | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
|
£10.08 |
£8.40 |
£40.20 |
£31.60 |
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| - Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- No Drink Dates Available
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| 2008 Vosne-Romanée, Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£6.63 |
£5.53 |
£26.85 |
£20.47 |
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| Winemaker Pascal Lachaux has elevated the quality at this well known and easy to find domaine so that he is now producing 1st division wines from his 12 hectare property. His Vosne villages is his signature wine and is made in the same way as the Grand Crus.With layers of bramble fruit and spicy
oak, this is a harmonious, silky wine and terrific value.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2017
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| 2008 Fixin "Champs Pennebaut", Denis Mortet | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£7.83 |
£6.53 |
£31.65 |
£24.47 |
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| The Mortets acquired their holding in Fixin at the same time as their vineyards in Marsannay and approach it with the same philosophy and care. Real intensity and depth, both on nose and palate. Deep in the glass, it smells as it looks, with notes of flint, crushed raspberry and iron. This is a great Fixin, which will develop wonderfully in the bottle.
- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2017
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| 2009 Nuits-St-Georges 1er Cru Clos des Forêts St-Georges, Domaine de l'Arlot | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£9.63 |
£8.03 |
£38.25 |
£29.97 |
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| The Clos des Forêts wine is created from five different old vine cuvées. Beautiful on the nose, witjh fresh, ripe strawberries and hints of vanilla coming through in the background. The palate is plump, showing ripe cherry fruit and bold tannins, which are not aggressive in any way. Great fresh acidity, balancing well with the tannins. This wine will age well and evolve with time. Olivier Leriche said of this wine that ‘energy and freshness are important in this style of vintage’.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Leave 2015 – 2023
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| 2009 Santenay Clos des Hâtes, Hubert Lamy | Bottle - 75cl | 31
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31
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£4.23 |
£3.53 |
£16.95 |
£12.22 |
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| With a beautiful strawberry nose, the freshness and purity of this wine, combined with excellent structure and texture make for an extremely appealing Santenay that will by no means disappoint.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2016
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| 2009 Volnay 1er Cru Les Brouillards, Louis Boillot | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
|
£8.43 |
£7.03 |
£33.45 |
£25.97 |
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| Scented and perfumed aromatics. Expansive, gently textured and concentrated fruit is nonetheless focused with energy and freshness. Seductively styled Volnay with an underlying firm structure. Excellent.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Leave 2013 – 2017
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| 2009 Nuits-St-Georges, Domaine Michel Gros | Bottle - 75cl | 28
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28
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£6.99 |
£5.83 |
£27.99 |
£21.42 |
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| Fragrant, with an almost-Vosne character on the nose. On the palate, the tannins are quite robust, though ripe and fine, giving this a structural nature. However, the rounded blue-fruit character brings balance and this has an attractive, long finish. Very good village Nuits.- Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Leave 2013 – 2016
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| 2009 Bourgogne Passetoutgrains, Michel Lafarge | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£2.53 |
£2.11 |
£9.95 |
£6.39 |
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| Displaying beautiful aromatics of raspberry and cherry, this is a really pretty wine. Lively and fruity, balanced by refreshing acidity, this is a very attractive.
- Pinot Noir / Gamay
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2015
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| 2009 Vosne-Romanée, Jean Grivot | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£6.03 |
£5.03 |
£24.15 |
£18.22 |
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| Jean Grivot makes attractive and expressive wines from his vineyards in the Côte de Nuits and this villages Vosne is a delicious example of his style. Fresh on the nose, with classic Pinot wild strawberry and cherry characters. The palate is ripe and silky-textured, a core of vibrant summer fruits wrapped in incredibly fine tannins. Effortlessly balanced and incredibly enticing. - Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Leave 2013 – 2017
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| 2009 Volnay, Michel Lafarge | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£6.18 |
£5.15 |
£24.60 |
£18.60 |
|
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| Cherry and summer fruits to the fore, alongside a structure of elegant tannins, showing a lovely purity of fruit in a well-balanced wine. - Pinot Noir 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2016
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White wines |
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| 2008 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Blanchots Dessus, Darviot-Perrin | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£11.08 |
£9.23 |
£44.00 |
£34.77 |
|
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 | There is a mineral aspect to the nose, which also has hints of white flowers. While there is a dense nature to the palate, it is not at all heavy; citrus and white peach characters give a juicy touch and a stony minerality gives structure.The finish is long and lingering and decidedly mineral.- Chardonnay 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2018
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| 2009 Chevalier Montrachet Grand Cru, Domaine Philippe Colin | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£29.28 |
£24.40 |
£117.00 |
£95.60 |
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| This is another example of how much difference a couple of hundred yards make in Burgundy. Philippe Colin’s parcel of Chevalier-Montrachet is right next to his 1er cru “Les Demoiselles” and yet the wine is completely different: less ripe but with an amazing minerality and length that follow the citrus- and acacia-scented palate. This is a perfect wine for medium to long-term ageing and will reward the patient with outstanding complexity and subtle power.- Chardonnay 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- France
- Leave 2013 – 2018
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| 2009 Puligny-Montrachet, Les Noyers Brets, Jean-Marc Pillot | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£5.73 |
£4.78 |
£23.25 |
£17.47 |
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| A leaner wine than the Chassagne, with a greater sense of tension and poise. This is steely, but with a delightful crème brulée note balanced by an attractive citrus-rind quality.- Chardonnay 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2015
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| 2009 St Véran, Collin-Bourisset | Bottle - 75cl | 7
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0
|
£3.61 |
£2.91 |
£10.50 |
£6.95 |
| |
| - Chardonnay 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- France
- Ready 2011 – 2012
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| 2009 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru En Remilly, Colin-Deléger | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£7.38 |
£6.15 |
£29.70 |
£22.85 |
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| Nestled as it is between St-Aubin and Chevalier-Montrachet, the En Rémilly vineyard produces excellent fruit, which in this wine expresses itself in a typical Chassagne-style, with fresh citrus and a hint of butter and clove. A medium bodied, softly textured wine with impressive length.
- Chardonnay 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- France
- Leave 2013 – 2017
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| 2009 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Corvées des Vignes, Philippe Chavy | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£6.03 |
£5.03 |
£24.15 |
£18.22 |
|
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| Taken from a single vineyard, situated at the northern end of Puligny Montrachet, this wine has more weight and breadth, yet still shows the freshness and minerality that is distinctive in the whites from the 2009 vintage.- Chardonnay 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2015
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| 2009 Beaune 1er Cru Aigrots Blanc, Domaine De Montille | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£6.07 |
£5.06 |
£24.00 |
£18.10 |
|
|
 | A little reserved on the nose, but full and round on the palate. There is a lovely freshening acidity that gives this a delightful lift and some definition. Smoky mineral notes come through on the long, complex finish.- Chardonnay 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2016
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| 2010 Saint-Romain, Olivier Leflaive Frères | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
|
£3.10 |
£2.58 |
£11.40 |
£7.60 |
|
|
 | The lesser-known commune of Saint-Romain is situated behind the vineyards of Auxey-Duresses, between dramatic rock formations. This is a pure and mineral style, quite taut and lean, with vibrant citrus and apple fruit notes. Racy on the finish, this is deliciously fresh and would make a perfect apéritif. - Chardonnay 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2014
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France - Chablis |
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White wines |
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| 2008 Chablis, Pierre Quénard | Bottle - 75cl | 1
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0
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£5.78 |
£4.82 |
£8.50 |
£5.18 |
| |
 | Fine and light on the nose, with notes of white flowers and citrus. On the palate, there are crunchy apple and pear characters, zesty acidity and a steely minerality, which adds both structure and elegance. With a long finish and a surprisingly mouthfilling texture, this would match well with shellfish or white meat dishes.- Chardonnay 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- France
- Ready/Drink Up
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| 2008 Chablis, Domaine Servin | Bottle - 75cl | 15
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9
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£5.13 |
£4.28 |
£8.50 |
£5.18 |
|
|
 | Fine and light on the nose, with notes of white flowers and citrus. On the palate, there are crunchy apple and pear characters, zesty acidity and a steely minerality, which adds both structure and elegance. With a long finish and a surprisingly mouthfilling texture, this would match well with shellfish or white meat dishes.- Chardonnay 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- France
- To be consumed 2010 – 2012
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Red wines |
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| 1995 Cuvée du Gouverneur, Domaine de la Citadelle, Côtes du Luberon | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£3.78 |
£3.15 |
£22.50 |
£16.85 |
|
|
| - Dry, Red, Still
- France
- No Drink Dates Available
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| 2004 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, La Combe des Fous, Clos St. Jean | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£10.53 |
£8.78 |
£42.15 |
£33.22 |
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| Perfumed on the nose, with notes of blueberry and cherry. The palate is full-bodied, with dense, but fine, tannins. Rich, dark berry fruits are to the fore, with a subtle spice and a touch of minerality. Long on the finish. Very fine Châteauneuf-du-Pape. - Blend of different grape varieties
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2007 – 2020
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| 2006 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Petit Mont, Clos Mont Olivet | Bottle - 75cl | 8
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8
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£3.63 |
£3.03 |
£14.25 |
£9.97 |
|
|
 | This is classic Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with rich red-berry fruit characters overlaid with hints of aniseed, white pepper and provençal herbs. Smooth and mouthfilling, but with some structure, this would be ideal with cold-cuts and roasted meats.- Blend of different grape varieties
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2009 – 2014
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| 2006 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Tradition, Domaine Giraud | Bottle - 75cl | 13
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3
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£11.28 |
£9.40 |
£15.30 |
£10.85 |
|
|
 | Attractively sweet-natured on the nose, with wild strawberry and dark cherry fruit. On the palate this is full-bodied, with notes of plum, cherry and blueberry, as well as fruitcake spice and a touch of a white pepper. Beautifully balanced, this is highly drinkable and will pair well with rich seasonal casseroles and roasted lamb.- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2014
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| 2007 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Clos Saint Jean | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£5.13 |
£4.28 |
£20.85 |
£15.47 |
|
|
 | Fragrant on the nose, with notes of ripe black cherry and bramble fruit. On the palate, this is rounded and broad, with a real sense of concentration to the ripe, vibrant black fruit characters. There is a lovely sense of poise and balance here, with a vein of minerality and freshness running throughout. Pure, attractive Châteauneuf-du-Pape.- Blend of different grape varieties
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2019
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| 2007 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Elégance de Jeanne, Domaine Font de Michelle | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
|
£7.68 |
£6.40 |
£30.60 |
£23.60 |
|
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| Only 200 cases were produced of this new wine from Domaine Font de Michelle. It is made from very old (over 100 years old) vines from the La Crau lieu-dit. Comparitively light in colour, yet concentrated and intense. There are notes of morello cherry, loganberry and a touch of savoury spice, balanced by fine grained tannins and an elegant floral note on the finish. Lush and yet poised. Beautiful.
- Grenache/Garnacha 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2020
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| 2007 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Fiancée, Domaine La Barroche | Bottle - 75cl | 5
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5
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£8.88 |
£7.40 |
£35.40 |
£27.60 |
|
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| Dense, with sweet blackberry and cassis notes, pure and perfumed. Damson and black cherry flavours flood the palate with a touch of black coffee. Forceful and powerful on the palate but equally refined, the tannins are fine-grained and mineral. Very long and fresh with Syrah lending a peppery and blue fruit purity and plenty of direction. A strikingly individual cuvee that admirably showcases the talents of Julien Barraud.- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2020
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| 2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Tradition, Domaine Bois de Boursan | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
|
£6.18 |
£5.15 |
£17.70 |
£12.85 |
|
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| Always a complex, traditional styled Châteauneuf, with bags of finesse, 2008 is no exception and the vibrancy inherent in nearly all the wines from this vintage is once more on show. The nose reveals sweet fruit, soft-skinned dark berry fruit, with notes of spice. The palate shows precise, ample fruit in a restrained, linear manner, with notes of smoky damson, cherry, mint and garrigue melding to create a very complete impression. This is beautifully balanced and focused, a very refined 2008.
- Shiraz/Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache/Garnacha
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2015
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| 2008 Cornas, Les Vieilles Vignes, Alain Voge | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£6.33 |
£5.28 |
£25.65 |
£19.47 |
|
|
 | Voge only made their Vieilles Vignes Cuvée in 2008. The wine is quite deep in colour, with a ripe, spicy nose of dark fruits, cassis and blackberry. Mid-weight, this has some structure and a touch of underlying acidity. There is good fruit here, supple and defined, but the finish is soft and round. The tannins are woven into the wine and there is spice and dark fruit to the fore. Not for the long term, but very well crafted, without any of the more rustic side the appellation often exhibits. Cornas always performs well in cooler vintages.- Shiraz/Syrah
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2014
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| 2008 Vacqueyras, Cuvée Doucinello, Domaine le Sang des Cailloux | Bottle - 75cl | 12
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12
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£3.18 |
£2.65 |
£12.90 |
£8.85 |
|
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| Wild fruits on the nose, dusky mulberry, blueberry too. The palate is vibrant with plenty of restrained yet bright red fruits. Comparatively forward in style, easier to appreciate than many young wines of this impressive domaine.The tannins tighten to the finish which is dominated by gently spicy, berry fruits and notes of aromatic provencal herbs.
- Shiraz/Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache/Garnacha
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2015
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| 2008 Gigondas, Domaine la Bouissière | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£3.33 |
£2.78 |
£13.65 |
£9.47 |
|
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| As always from this accomplished estate the wine shows clean, pure, fresh fruit. Gently creamy but predominantly fruit focused and of excellent concentration. Full, powdery tannins support the fresh, mouth-watering palate. Wonderful persistence of fresh ripe fruit. This is an exquisite wine of poised intensity and great appeal.- Shiraz/Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache/Garnacha
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2016
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| 2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Tradition, Domaine Pierre Usseglio | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£3.78 |
£3.15 |
£15.00 |
£10.60 |
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| Thierry Usseglio was another grower proud of his 2008s. His decision not to produce the two headlining cuvées and to divert the fruit to the Tradition has unsurprisingly done much to elevate the quality. What else would one expect of 90 year old Grenache? The nose is at once appealing and scented, with fresh raspberry, loganberry and garrigue. True to type, this exudes very fine elegance, but is layered and surprisingly dense in terms of texure. The underlying tannins are silky and sweet, making for a remarkably refined style. Very impressive and great value.
- Shiraz/Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache/Garnacha
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2016
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| 2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Tradition, Domaine Giraud | Bottle - 75cl | 11
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11
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£4.68 |
£3.90 |
£18.60 |
£13.60 |
|
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| Just how much this domaine has improved is evidenced by their superb 2008s - a grower is able to show their class in a more challenging vintage and Marie Giraud was well able to meet that challenge. Production was 40% down - part due to nature, part due to selection. The nose reveals fine, soft and ripe damsony fruit. On the palate, the impression of is of a textural, mouthfilling style, with ripe, peppery, red fruit offset by a beautiful fresh mineral vein. Effortless and refined - the fruit was fully ripe when harvested and it shows plenty of style, making it a very successful 2008.
- Shiraz/Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache/Garnacha
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2017
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| 2008 Côte-Rôtie, Bernard Burgaud | Bottle - 75cl | 22
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22
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£5.43 |
£4.53 |
£21.75 |
£16.22 |
|
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| Bernard’s wines show an unerring consistency of late and show in a very natural unforced manner. The 2008 is deep in the glass, pleasingly fragrant, with aromas of fresh berries. The palate is classic Syrah: pepper, smoke and spice add complexity to pure, gently expressed berry fruit. An attractive style, streamlined, with good density for the vintage. A wine high on early drinking appeal. - Shiraz/Syrah
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
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| 2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Signature, Domaine La Barroche | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£6.03 |
£5.03 |
£23.85 |
£17.97 |
|
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| Julien Barrot has produced no Pure or Fiancee in 2008 and the benefits to the Signature cuvée are clear. Grenache from 100-year-old vines makes up the core, but is supported by more than 15% Mourvedre from 60-year-old vines with the balance shared between Cinsault and Syrah. The nose is of focused mineral intensity. A beautiful purity of profound dark fruit spreads across the palate, with a velvet texture of powerful yet fine tannins, seamlessly integrated even at this stage. Long, intensely mineral and very fine. Another stunning wine from this grower to watch.- Shiraz/Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache/Garnacha
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2018
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| 2008 Gigondas Tradition, Domaine Santa Duc | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£3.33 |
£2.78 |
£13.65 |
£9.47 |
|
|
| Dark berry, damson and dark chocolate notes. There is fresh, ripe forest fruit and a juicy freshness lifts a palate of substantial fruit intensity. The tannins are firm and full, yet fine. Great typicity without rusticity. As always the wines of Yves Gras are some of the best of the appellation.- Shiraz/Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache/Garnacha
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2015
|
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| 2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Grenache de Pierre, Domaine Giraud | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
|
36+
|
£7.98 |
£6.65 |
£32.10 |
£24.85 |
|
|
| Marie Giraud decided to produce this leading cuvée of the domaine, even in this vintage, and her decision has been vindicated. A scented style, with pure raspberry on the nose as well as notes of garrigue. There is a Burgundian elegance here. This is no powerhouse, but a layered, textural Châteauneuf with a broad swathe of lifted fruit and gentle spice. Restrained, long and flowing, this is supremely elegant and classy. A different Grenache de Pierre and one of the most impressive Châteauneuf of the vintage.
- Grenache/Garnacha 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2017
|
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| 2008 Côte-Rôtie, Domaine Michel et Stéphane Ogier | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
|
36+
|
£6.03 |
£5.03 |
£24.15 |
£18.22 |
|
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| Aromatic blueberry and blackberry fruit, with a touch of spice and a creamy aspect. The palate is supple and rounded. There is an almost glossy texture, but overridingly there is purity and freshness, which makes for a wine that will have early appeal, as well as the capacity to age. - Shiraz/Syrah
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
|
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| 2008 Hermitage, Domaine du Colombier | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
|
36+
|
£8.13 |
£6.78 |
£32.85 |
£25.47 |
|
|
| This has a deeper colour than the Cuvée Gaby and a pronounced earthy, slightly peppery nose. This is a more serious effort, with a lovely texture and ripe supple fruit, backed up by very gentle tannins. There is some grip to this Hermitage, but it is not an extracted heavy wine, showing a delicate touch and some real finesse, demonstrative of very clever winemaking. This will evolve well in the medium term.- Shiraz/Syrah
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Leave 2014 – 2016
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| 2008 Gigondas,Cuvée de la Tour Sarrazine, Domaine le Clos des Cazaux | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£1.55 |
£1.30 |
£10.95 |
£7.22 |
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| Always a wine that shows great elegance, the 2008 is truly representative of the Cazaux style. Fresh aromas of berry and garrigue on the nose lead to a palate of well-focused, silky fruit, with no harsh edges or drying tannins. Very textural with a gradually building sense of volume. The acidity here is most welcome adding a lifted, fragrant vein that runs throughout the wine.- Shiraz/Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache/Garnacha
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
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| 2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine Clos du Mont Olivet | Bottle - 75cl | 18
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9
|
£7.59 |
£6.32 |
£12.90 |
£8.85 |
|
|
 | Bright red. Lively red berry aromas are complemented by notes of garrigue and white pepper. Spicy and precise, offering sweet raspberry and redcurrant flavors that show surprising depth and sneaky power. Closes on a sweet note, with lingering florality and very fine tannins. Drinking beautifully now, this wine will keep for another 5-6 years.
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2017
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| 2008 Vacqueyras, Cuvée des Templiers, Domaine le Clos des Cazaux | Bottle - 75cl | 1
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1
|
£2.43 |
£2.03 |
£9.75 |
£6.22 |
|
|
| As ever, Syrah seems to play a more serious role here and the wine takes time to get into its stride. Fragrant and pure, with a blueberry-compote note on the nose. The palate exudes ample, soft-skinned berry fruit and is quite lifted in style, with herby, garrigue notes. Tapering in on the finish, this elegant style needs more patience than the Saint-Roch, with assertive mineral notes on the finish. - Shiraz/Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache/Garnacha
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2015
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| 2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Classique, Domaine de Cristia | Bottle - 75cl | 9
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0
|
£3.99 |
£3.33 |
£15.99 |
£11.42 |
| |
| The final blend here is 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah and 15% Mourvedre and this must surely remain one of the great bargains of Châteauneuf. Another great Cristia, which has clearly benefitted from the inclusion of the fruit normally destined for the Vieilles Vignes and Renaissance cuvées. The colour is deep, dark, purple-black. The nose displays rich, ripe black cherry and olive aromas together with bitter chocolate notes. Glossy, concentrated and dark-fruited, with an almost chewy, dense texture. A fine balance of fruit focus and structural weight.
- Blend of different grape varieties
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2017
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| 2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Tradition, Domaine Font de Michelle | Bottle - 75cl | 35
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35
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£4.23 |
£3.53 |
£16.95 |
£12.22 |
|
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| The 2008 at Font de Michelle shows good substance (note that Cuvée Etienne Gonnet was not produced in 2008, so the old vine Grenache has been incorporated here). Bright crimson in the glass, the nose exudes peppery cherry fruit and garrigue. The palate follows in a similar vein, with plenty of lush, freshly crushed fruit on show and peppery raspberry to the fore. There is a sweet ripeness apparent here, which is carried beautifully by the higher acidity of the vintage. Impressive results, a very moreish Châteauneuf.
- Shiraz/Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache/Garnacha
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2018
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| 2008 Côte-Rôtie Cuvée Classique, Réné Rostaing | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£6.18 |
£5.15 |
£24.90 |
£18.85 |
|
|
| Always a benchmark, Rostaing’s Cuvée Classique is blended from a number of parcels in Côte-Rotie. The nose here is perfumed, with cherry and blackberry fruit aromas, which follow through onto a palate marked by elegance and freshness. There is good concentration on the palate and a balanced weight through to a mineral finish. Classic Côte-Rotie. - Shiraz/Syrah
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
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| 2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
|
£6.48 |
£5.40 |
£25.80 |
£19.60 |
|
|
 | The aromas reveal a fine garrigue character, fragrant and appealing. The palate is vibrant in style with a sweet core of deep berry and cherry fruit as well as provençal herb. Classic in style, with a light, fragrant vein. The tannins are well-expressed, gently underpinning attractive fruit and making for a forward-drinking Vieux-Télégraphe that will prove rewarding in its early years as much as with mid-term cellarage.
- Blend of different grape varieties
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2022
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| 2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Cuvée Réservée, Domaine du Pégau | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£7.68 |
£6.40 |
£30.60 |
£23.60 |
|
|
| A classic Pégau style, with soft-skinned hedgerow fruits melding with smoky, savoury notes on the nose. More streamlined than opulent on the palate, this is not a heady Grenache-led wine, but more restrained. Cool, focused and linear in style, there is lovely fruit, terrific elegance and vibrancy. The Pégau hallmarks of leather and liquorice are discernible on the finish. It is easy to see why winemaker Laurence Féraud is proud of her 2008s; this is long, elegant and reminiscent of the 2004.
- Shiraz/Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache/Garnacha
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2020
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| 2009 Crozes-Hermitage Le Clos, Delas Frères | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
|
£5.28 |
£4.40 |
£21.00 |
£15.60 |
|
|
 | Deep ruby red with garnet rim. This wine, which is produced only in top vintages and in limited quantity, opens up in the glass to reveal a lovely balance between ripe cassis and blackcurrant, Provençal herbs, pepper, leather and spice. On the palate, it shows considerable elegance and poise, with a lovely depth of flavour. This is a wine which will continue to please for many years. (Robert Parker: 91-93 points)- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2018
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France - Beaujolais |
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Red wines |
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| 2008 Fleurie, Domaine de la Chapelle des Bois | Bottle - 75cl | 15
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15
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£5.78 |
£4.82 |
£8.50 |
£5.18 |
|
|
 | Charming on the nose, with bright cherry aromas and a hint of spice. On the palate, this has concentrated red berry fruit and a touch of savoury earthiness that gives this a real sense of depth and distinction. This is beautifully balanced, classic Fleurie and will be delicious with summer salads, grilled poultry and barbecued fish.- Gamay 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- No Drink Dates Available
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| 2009 Fleurie, Domaine de la Chapelle des Bois | Bottle - 75cl | 4
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4
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£5.85 |
£4.88 |
£8.75 |
£5.39 |
|
|
 | Charming on the nose, with bright cherry aromas and a hint of spice. On the palate, this has concentrated red berry fruit and a touch of savoury earthiness that gives it a real sense of depth and distinction. This is beautifully balanced, classic Fleurie and will be delicious with summer salads, grilled poultry and barbecued fish.- Gamay 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Ready 2012 – 2013
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France - Loire |
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White wines |
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| 2008 Sancerre, Paul Cherrier | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
|
£4.06 |
£3.36 |
£11.25 |
£7.50 |
|
|
 | Vibrant on the nose, with zesty grapefruit characters and a hint of crushed grass. On the palate, there is steely minerality and citrus flavours, as well as a hint of soft, smoky peach. Perfect as an apéritif, this will also partner fish and shellfish well, as well as being the perfect match with Loire chèvre cheese. - Sauvignon Blanc 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- France
- To be consumed 2009 – 2011
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France - Vins de Pays |
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Red wines |
|---|
| 2007 "Seul en Scene", Vins de Vienne, François Villard | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
|
£6.78 |
£5.65 |
£27.30 |
£20.85 |
|
|
| From a parcel of vines located in Seyssuel, this pure Syrah really shone in our tastings, underlining the quality of this rediscovered terroir. The aromas suggest a cool ripe fruit: Raspberry and perfumed red cherry combine. On the palate, there is a Burgundian refinement, fresh layers of sumptuous fruit, glorious purity and a fresh vein of minerally acidity. The ripeness of fruit is superb, fully ripe but not overblown and only 12.6%. Competes comfortably with the great and good of Côte-Rôtie. - Shiraz/Syrah
- Dry, Red, Still
- France
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2018
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Italy |
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Red wines |
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| 2003 Morar, Amarone della Valpolicella, Valentina Cubi | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
|
£10.23 |
£8.53 |
£41.25 |
£32.47 |
|
|
 | Intense and garnet-coloured in the glass. On the nose, this has intense aromas of mocha, red berries and an enticing touch of dried raisin and candied peel. On the palate, this is well balanced, with spicy notes melding with the rich, ripe red berry fruit. Very long on the finish, with subtle violet notes and a lingering spice, this is an aristocratic wine with a great future.- Blend of different grape varieties
- Dry, Red, Still
 Italy- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2015
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| 2003 Meliloto, Recioto della Valpolicella, Valentina Cubi | 50cl Bottle | 7
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7
|
£5.12 |
£4.27 |
£20.40 |
£15.73 |
|
|
| - Sweet, Red, Still
- Italy
- No Drink Dates Available
|
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| 2003 Barolo Gavarini Vigna Chiniera, Elio Grasso, Piedmont | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£11.28 |
£9.40 |
£26.10 |
£19.85 |
|
|
 | Medium ruby colour. The fruit on the nose is very ripe and still fresh, exhibiting a lovely purity. The tannins are very well integrated, combined with a stony minerality which adds complexity and finesse to the wine. This is a refined wine that will develop well.
- Nebbiolo 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Improving/Ready 2008 – 2016
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| 2003 Barbera d'Asti Bricco della Bigotta, Braida, Rochetta Tanaro, Piedmont | Bottle - 75cl | 15
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15
|
£7.08 |
£5.90 |
£23.70 |
£17.85 |
|
|
 | Very classy, restrained wine from the acclaimed maestro of Barbera. A single-vineyard wine aged in barrel for 16 months, such is its intensity. Has a very deep colour with a nose of spice but also plum, minerals and an earthy touch. The palate is focused and defined with a dry, restrained tone. Exceptional barbera with a long future. Wooden cases.- Barbera 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Ready 2007 – 2013
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| 2003 Aglianico del Vulture Caselle, D’Angelo | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£4.83 |
£4.03 |
£13.65 |
£9.47 |
|
|
 | The unique Aglianico grape is produced predominantly in Basilicata and Campania, in the extreme south of mainland Italy, leading to it being touted as the Nebbiolo of the south. Its greatest champions have been the d’Angelo estate, run by brothers Donato and Lucca, who inherited the Cantina from their father Rocco in 1973. The Vigna Caselle is one of the few Riserva wines produced and it is 100% Aglianico, aged in traditional oak barrels for 18-24 months before bottling. The 2003 Vigna Caselle is a mature garnet colour, with smoky black cherry fruit on the nose. The palate is more earthy with truffle and tobacco notes. A very fine Aglianico, which can be drunk now - but there is no hurry.- Aglianico 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Improving/Ready 2009 – 2014
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| 2004 Barolo Monvigliero Riserva, Castello di Verduno, Piedmont | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£8.43 |
£7.03 |
£34.05 |
£26.47 |
|
|
 | Monvigliero is a large vineyard in the northernmost part of the zone.The colour is deep and the bouquet a captivating blend of ripe fruits, spice and a hint of menthol.This has an element of restraint: not a powerhouse Barolo but one of refined fruit and elegance. Has the good structure and round tannins which are the keynotes of 2004.This is a fine example which will show its class over many years.- Nebbiolo 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Leave 2013 – 2020
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| 2004 Barolo Riserva Vignolo, Cavallotto, Piedmont | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£10.23 |
£8.53 |
£41.25 |
£32.47 |
|
|
| Vignolo is another great vineyard to the west of Bricco Boschis and the vines, which were planted in 1966, are now producing optimum quality fruit. Lovely red fruit aromas soar from the glass, along with textbook flower and spice nuances. Powerful, but refined, with good acidity and integrated tannins. This is a classic wine for the long haul. Great quality and testament to the 2004 vintage.- Nebbiolo 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2022
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| 2005 Barolo Monvigliero Riserva, Castello di Verduno, Piedmont | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
|
£9.18 |
£7.65 |
£36.90 |
£28.85 |
|
|
| The Castello owns less than half a hectare of Monvigliero, which is a large vineyard at the eastern extremity of Verduno and regarded as the finest. The style is open, with expansive fruit providing a lovely elegance and purity. Yet, underneath, the power of the vineyard is evidenced in the tannins that give this a quite assertive structure. I really like this and it has an excellent future. - Nebbiolo 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2025
|
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| 2005 Barbaresco Rabajà, Castello di Verduno, Piedmont | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£6.48 |
£5.40 |
£25.80 |
£19.60 |
|
|
| From 30 year old vines and, in good vintages, macerated for up to a month. This has a slightly deeper colour than the normale and a pronounced tar and rose petal nose. There is a lot of volume in this wine; the tannins are ripe and rounded and are completely folded into the bountiful fruit. This is very persuasive and fine, with a great future.- Nebbiolo 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2022
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| 2005 Chianti Classico Riserva, Il Borghetto, Chianti | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
|
36+
|
£6.57 |
£5.48 |
£25.95 |
£19.72 |
|
|
 | This 100% Sangiovese from acclaimed producer il Borghetto has been aged for 30 months in French
oak barrels.While the purity and grace that is characteristic of il Borghetto is still to the fore, this lengthy ageing process has given the wine a spicy toasted note that balances beautifully with its rich, dense, dark fruit character.
- Sangiovese/Brunello 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2017
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| 2005 Barolo Arborina, Renato Corino, Piedmont | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£6.63 |
£5.53 |
£26.55 |
£20.22 |
|
|
| Arborina is a great 10 hectare vineyard in La Morra, famed for its elegance and finesse. Renato Corino's Arborina is matured mostly in second year barrique and a small percentage in new. This is a wine of good colour and it has an impressive nose of fruit and spice. The depth on the palate is truly impressive: there is intensity, with ripe, integrated tannins. Very well balanced, this will develop well. - Nebbiolo 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2020
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| 2005 Barolo Arione, Enzo Boglietti, Piedmont | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£12.48 |
£10.40 |
£49.80 |
£39.60 |
|
|
 | Arione is a very small vineyard of just 4 hectares at the southernmost extremity of Serralunga and, therefore, of the entire Barolo zone. The wines of the commune of Serralunga are renowned for their power and longevity. There is slight tawny edge to the deep colour of this wine in the glass and the nose definitely has more of the tar and asphalt qualities that are classic telltales of high quality of Nebbiolo. There is a lovely fruit quality on the palate, which is powerful and long, yet still restrained. Enzo manages to capture the power of the vineyard and this wine has great density, but it is testament to his great winemaking skill that there is also terrific balance and none of the component parts obtrude. This is very different from the Case Nere, because, despite the power and richness, it is so light on its feet.
- Nebbiolo 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2025
|
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| 2005 Barolo Massara, Castello di Verduno, Piedmont | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£7.23 |
£6.03 |
£28.65 |
£21.97 |
|
|
| A small vineyard of only four hectares, Massara is what the locals call a ³sori d¹la matin²: a great vineyard that faces east and gets the first of the morning sun. This is from 30 year old vines and the colour is deep, with a spice and tobacco leaf nose. This is opulent and rich, almost burly, in the best way, with a solid, rounded finish and firm tannins. Tremendous winemaking. - Nebbiolo 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2025
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| 2006 Barbera Ciabot della Luna, Gianni Voerzio, Piedmont | Bottle - 75cl | 26
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26
|
£3.93 |
£3.28 |
£15.45 |
£10.97 |
|
|
 | Barbera is something of a jack-of-all-trades grape variety in the northern half of Italy; styles range from cheap and not very cheerful to very impressive with some ageing potential. Gianni Voerzio’s Ciabot della Luna is sourced solely from vineyards within La Morra and has great depth of colour. This has Voerzio’s hallmarks of intensity and finesse which are not always easy to achieve with the somewhat bold Barbera characteristics. Incredibly well made with beautiful definition and great length and precision.- Barbera 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- To be consumed 2008 – 2012
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| 2006 Chianti Classico Riserva, Il Campitello, Monteraponi, Tuscany | Bottle - 75cl | 6
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6
|
£4.38 |
£3.65 |
£17.70 |
£12.85 |
|
|
 | Located in the Arbia river valley, 30 kilometres from Sienna is the medieval village of Monteraponi. This estate produces fantastic wines from beautifully located vineyards, using traditional vinification. Il Campitello is only produced from their 35 year old vines in the best vintages. Matured exclusively in large ‘botti’, this is a real vineyard wine with earthy, violet and mulberry notes. The palate is very well-defined with great energy and a long detailed finish, including notes of dried fruit and thyme.- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2018
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| 2006 Trimpilin, Selvagrossa, Marche | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£3.48 |
£2.90 |
£13.80 |
£9.60 |
|
|
 | A delicious, cherry-laden Sangiovese, this has attractive, vibrant summer fruits and a touch of spice on the nose. On the palate, this is full-bodied and rich, with ripe red fruits and an interweaving of vanilla. There are structural tannins present, but so subtle and fine as to be barely-there, just noticeable underpinning the appealing fruit core. The finish is long and pure, with a beautiful freshness coming through.- Sangiovese/Brunello 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2014
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|
| 2007 Dolcetto d'Alba, Vigna di Grassi, Elio Grasso, Piedmont | Bottle - 75cl | 6
|
6
|
£3.02 |
£2.52 |
£12.15 |
£8.22 |
|
|
 | Fragrant and aromatic version of Dolcetto, the light-hearted red grape of Piedmont. Hand-harvested fruit from 30 year vines and bottled after six months to preserve freshness. Sees no oak.- Dolcetto 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Italy
- To be consumed 2008 – 2012
|
|
| 2007 Chianti Rufina DOCG, Colognole, Tuscany | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£3.06 |
£2.55 |
£11.50 |
£7.68 |
|
|
 | With notes of violets and black berry fruits on the nose, this is an enticing wine. Rounded and generous on the palate,with firm, fine tannins and a long, attractive finish. This is classic Chianti and would ably accompany mixed charcuterie, Mediterranean tomato-based dishes and barbecued meats. - Red, Still
- Italy
- No Drink Dates Available
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Spain |
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Red wines |
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| 2003 Viña Alberdi Reserva, La Rioja Alta, Rioja | Bottle - 75cl | 5
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5
|
£7.38 |
£6.15 |
£10.50 |
£6.85 |
|
|
 | Appealing and fresh, this has wild strawberry and sweet raspberry fruit on the nose, as well as toasted oak characters of vanilla and coconut. Rich in the mouth, but with a enlivening acidity, this would be perfect with mixed charcuterie, cheeses and seasonal roasted meats. - Dry, Red, Still
 Spain- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2014
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| 2004 Closa Batllet, Cellers Ripoll Sans, Priorat | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£8.43 |
£7.03 |
£33.45 |
£25.97 |
|
|
| Wonderfully harmonious wine from old-vine Garnacha. This shows the glorious spicy, wild strawberry fruit typical of the variety. Outstanding.- Grenache/Garnacha 100%
- Dry, Red, Still
- Spain
- Ready 2007 – 2015
|
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| 2006 Rioja Reserva, Muga, Rioja | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£3.32 |
£2.77 |
£13.05 |
£8.97 |
|
|
 | From one of Rioja's oldest and best regarded Bodegas, this wine is a great example of the stunning balance between rich fruit, full texture and vanilla oak achieved by the best Reservas from the area.- Dry, Red, Still
- Spain
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2020
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Portugal |
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Red wines |
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| 2008 Batuta, Dirk Niepoort, Douro | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£11.73 |
£9.78 |
£46.95 |
£37.22 |
|
|
 | Batuta is Niepoort’s flagship red wine. Fruit comes from 75 year old vines from the north-facing vineyard Quinta do Carril and also from older vines (about 100 years) near Quinta de Nápoles. Dirk describes this wine as one of extremes. Rich and intense yet not exuberant; concentrated yet fresh and elegant; tannic yet tannins which are fine and ripe. Tight, precise, focused, mineral, complex and persistent. This exceptional wine illustrates the high quality that the Douro is capable of producing. - Dry, Red, Still
 Portugal- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2021
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|
| 2008 Redoma Tinto, Niepoort, Douro | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£6.48 |
£5.40 |
£25.80 |
£19.60 |
|
|
 | Dirk comments that Redoma represents the Douro as it is - with a strong character. The palate is well defined and delineated – intensity of fruit with depth of flavour, a well integrated tannic structure, a mineral character and a persistent, long finish. Overall this a wine of concentration, freshness and elegance. The wine has a restraint and subtlety too, and revealed its complexity and personality as we tasted this wine over a period of a week.- Dry, Red, Still
- Portugal
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2018
|
|
| 2008 Charme, Niepoort, Douro | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£12.48 |
£10.40 |
£49.80 |
£39.60 |
|
|
 | Charme is Dirk Niepoort’s homage to Burgundy and his rarest wine. Charme is all about elegance, more elegance, freshness and texture. Intense, complex and persistent flavours. There is a tension between the weight and depth of the bright, pure fruit and the taut underlying minerality. Nuance and detail combine in this outstanding wine. - Dry, Red, Still
- Portugal
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2020
|
|
| 2008 Meandro de Vale Meão, Quinta do Vale Meão | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£3.78 |
£3.15 |
£15.30 |
£10.85 |
|
|
 | We state this every year - and it remains true that we still consider this the best value wine in the Douro. This is the second wine of Quinta do Vale Meão from a blend of eight local grapes, dominated by Touriga Nacional. Perfumed aromas of blueberry, blackberry and violets. The fruit expression is bright and pure in nature, with a rich weight and substance complimented by freshness and tannin. Highly accomplished for the price. - Dry, Red, Still
- Portugal
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2015
|
|
| 2008 Quinta do Vale Meão | Bottle - 75cl | 5
|
5
|
£11.73 |
£9.78 |
£46.95 |
£37.22 |
|
|
 | A ten-year vertical tasting of this wine last year demonstrated that this is not one of those new-wave wines which promises much and disappoints with bottle age. This is a wine with a proven ability to age and develop in bottle. Characteristically rich, intense and beautifully textured. The cooler styled ’08 vintage brings an elevated level of elegance and refinement. Extroverted and yet delicately poised!- Dry, Red, Still
- Portugal
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2020
|
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| 2008 Vertente, Niepoort, Douro | Bottle - 75cl | 0
|
0
|
£3.78 |
£3.15 |
£15.30 |
£10.85 |
|
|
 | Unmistakably Douro with the class and quality associated with Niepoort, Vertente is an appealing wine, combining fruit and concentration with finesse. Red summer fruits and wild herb aromas combine with a plush palate framed by smooth, fine tannin. This wine is dense, complex and fresh, pleasant to drink now but also with potential for ageing and improving with time.- Dry, Red, Still
- Portugal
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2015
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Austria |
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White wines |
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| 1999 Steinriesler Riesling Trocken, Weingut Nikolaihof | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
|
£12.18 |
£10.15 |
£16.50 |
£11.85 |
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 | A unique opportunity to taste an aged wine from one of Austria’s most acclaimed producers. Produced as a “federspiel” style, this is akin in weight (if not in sweetness) to a German Kabinett. On the nose, this shows characters of ripe lemon and a touch of wet slate. On the palate, there is a broad weight to the wine, but it is offset by a lively acidity and linear minerality that gives this a real sense of refinement. Like many Austrian wines, this is an ideal wine to have with food as it will complement a broad range of styles perfectly.- Riesling 100%
- Dry, White, Still
 Austria- Ready 2011 – 2012
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| 2009 Grüner Veltliner Käferberg, Weingut Bründlmayer | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£5.58 |
£4.65 |
£22.50 |
£16.85 |
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 | Willi Bründlmayer considers this his finest Grüner vineyard. Initially reticent on the nose, but showing real potential, with notes of exotic fruit and stone beginning to emerge. Very concentrated, with some tannin in the mouth, this is very serious and will develop complexity with bottle age. Made from 60 year old vines, there is not much of this wine produced, but it is surely one of the best Grüners in the world.- Grüner Veltliner 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- Austria
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2020
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| 2009 Riesling Ried Loibenberg Smaragd, Weingut Emmerich Knoll | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£5.43 |
£4.53 |
£21.45 |
£15.97 |
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| An attractive wine, with notes of apricot and lime blossom on the nose, but still quite discreet. The palate is rounded, with notes of white peach and cream, balanced by a riveting acidity. Strictly defined, but ripe and full of flavour, this is a superb Riesling, which will keep fantastically well.- Riesling 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- Austria
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2022
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| 2009 Grüner Veltliner Alte Reben, Weingut Bründlmayer | Bottle - 75cl | 15
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15
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£9.28 |
£7.73 |
£20.00 |
£14.77 |
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 | “Alte Reben” translates as old vines, in this case average vine age is over 50 years, this lends the wine power and richness. The grapes were picked in November in great condition, after fermentation in 2-3 year old 300 litre oak barrels the wine was racked and matured in large, 2500 litre barrels. Grüner Veltliner is a great food wine and has particular affinity with a wide variety of fish dishes and Pan-Asian cuisine
"Tasting Note (from producers website): Flowers & fresh (exotic) fruit (citrus and pineapple); apples and pears some peppery spice & just a hint of toasty & nutty aromas , on the palate dry following through with mouthwatering fruit also grapefruit, pineapple, melon, lots of minerals and some peppery spice, concentrated, with a good grip, and harmonically integrating acidity, a quite subtle wine well balanced showing typical minerals and spice in the long after taste."
- Grüner Veltliner 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- Austria
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
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| 2009 Riesling Loibner Steinertal Smaragd, F.X.Pichler | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£5.58 |
£4.65 |
£22.50 |
£16.85 |
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| Cool and lean in style, yet retaining the density and length of a great vintage. With notes of grapefruit and pepper on the nose, this is juicy and full of energy on the palate. It also has a stony quality that is reminiscent of a rich Mosel wine. This is a lovely wine, which will deliver greatness with bottle age.- Riesling 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- Austria
- Leave 2013 – 2022
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| 2009 Riesling Ried Kellerberg Smaragd, Weingut Emmerich Knoll | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£6.03 |
£5.03 |
£23.85 |
£17.97 |
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| Kellerberg has the coolest climate of Knoll’s Riesling vineyards, making this a much fresher and more floral wine than the Loibenberg, with notes of melon and star anise on the nose. On the palate this has real clarity, with slate, greengage, gooseberry and lime coming through. A pure expression of Riesling from one of the masters of Austria.- Riesling 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- Austria
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2022
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| 2009 Riesling Ried Schütt Smaragd, Weingut Emmerich Knoll | Bottle - 75cl | 7
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7
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£6.78 |
£5.65 |
£27.30 |
£20.85 |
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| Schütt is often firmly in its shell at this stage and can be difficult to taste. With bottle age, however, it can be the most exciting and expressive wine that Knoll makes. A magnum of 1990 enjoyed recently was without doubt one of the best Rieslings I have ever tasted. Almost Chablis-like on the nose, this has notes green apple and wet rocks and, despite 5 grams of residual sugar, tastes bone dry. Limey and intense, with lots of dry extract, what lies beneath?- Riesling 100%
- Dry, White, Still
- Austria
- Leave 2013 – 2027
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| 2008 Marqués de Casa Cabernet Sauvignon, Maipo Valley, Concha Y Toro | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£2.18 |
£1.82 |
£8.50 |
£5.18 |
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 Chile- Ready 2011 – 2014
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| 2008 Sauvignon Blanc, Terrunyo, Casablanca | Bottle - 75cl | 3
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3
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£2.28 |
£1.90 |
£9.00 |
£5.60 |
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| Near the coast in the north of Chile, the Casablanca wine region is one of Chile's coolest and ideally suited for producing fragrant white wines. Owned by Concha y Toro, Terrunyo has gone from strength to strength due to the work of their acclaimed winemaker, Ignacio Recabarren, whose previous experience was at Cloudy Bay.
This is a delightful wine for summer drinking. Less pungently intense than some New Zealand examples, this Chilean white is vibrant and zesty, with notes of lime and gooseberry. The flinty minerality gives this wine a wonderful balance and sense of purity, making it a great match with summer salads and white meats.- White, Still
- Chile
- Ready 2011 – 2012
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| Celebration Gift Pack | Mixed Case (2 Bottles - 75cl) | 36+
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0
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£10.80 |
£9.00 |
£43.20 |
£32.20 |
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 | Celebratory Champagne for the party season; a delicious, dry brut from Champagne Le Mesnil and a delightfully floral rosé. Perfect to bring a little bit of sparkle to your Christmas festivities.Contains:1 bottle of Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, Champagne Le Mesnil
1 bottle of Val des Demoiselles Rosé, Champagne Drappier Mixed case for drinking now
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| Winter Classics | Mixed Case (6 Bottles - 75cl) | 0
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0
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£16.00 |
£13.33 |
£64.00 |
£41.93 |
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 | Traditional favourites, including Chablis, Burgundy and Bordeaux.Contains1 bottle of 2006 Château Charmail, Cru Bourgeois Haut-Médoc
1 bottle of 2006 Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits, Domaine Michel Gros
1 bottle of Plan Pégau/Les Fonds de Pégau, Domaine du Pégau
1 bottle of 2006 Crozes-Hermitage Rouge, Cuvée Gaby, Domaine du Colombier
1 bottle of 2006 St-Aubin 1er Cru Sur Gamay, Olivier Leflaive
1 bottle of 2008 Chablis Villages, Billaud-Simon- Mixed case for drinking now
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| Burgundy Duo - in 2 bottle luxury wooden box | Mixed Case (2 Bottles - 75cl) | 0
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0
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£7.36 |
£6.13 |
£29.10 |
£20.45 |
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 | The great wines of Burgundy are perfect to enjoy with food and this duo of red and white Burgundy will be ideal with Christmas cheese, charcuterie, seafoods and salads. This would also make the perfect gift for anyone who enjoys fine wines, from the explorer to the aficionado.
Contents: 1 bottle of each of the following
- Mixed case
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| Festive Mixed Dozen | Mixed Case (12 Bottles - 75cl) | 0
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0
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£22.32 |
£18.55 |
£89.00 |
£51.41 |
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 | contains2 bottles of 2009 Chablis, Pierre Quénard
2 bottles of 2009 Pouilly-Fumé, Domaine Thibault, André Dezat
2 bottles of 2008 Sauvignon Blanc, Terrunyo, Casablanca
2 bottles of 2005 Château Lacroix, Côtes de Castillon
2 bottles of 2008 Chianti Classico, Casa Sola, Tuscany
2 bottles of 2009 Fleurie, Domaine de la Chapelle des Bois- Mixed case for drinking now
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| Festive Party Whites | Mixed Case (6 Bottles - 75cl) | 0
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0
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£10.15 |
£8.46 |
£40.50 |
£22.35 |
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 | Contains:2 bottles of 2009 Viré-Clessé Vieilles Vignes, Collin Bourisset
2 bottles of 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, Wairau River, Marlborough
2 bottles of 2010 Pinot Grigio, Alto Adige, Nals Margreid- Mixed case for drinking now
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| Luxury Christmas Gift Pack | Mixed Case (6 Bottles - 75cl) | 0
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0
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£45.04 |
£37.53 |
£99.00 |
£67.47 |
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 | A touch of luxury, perfect for a wine connoisseur.Contains:3 bottles of Brut, Michel Guilleminot
2 bottles of 2000 Warre's Bottle Matured Late bottled Vintage
1 bottles of Hine Rare Cognac VSOP Fine Champagne- Mixed case for drinking now
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| Dinner Party Dozen | Mixed Case (12 Bottles - 75cl) | 0
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0
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£32.32 |
£26.94 |
£99.00 |
£59.69 |
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 | Contains2 bottles of 2009 Chablis, Domaine Alphonse Budin
2 bottles of 2009 Sancerre, André Dezat
2 bottles of 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, Wairau River, Marlborough
2 bottles of 2007 Château Beaumont, Cru Bourgeois Haut-Médoc
2 bottles of 2009 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gonnet Père et Fils
2 bottles of 2005 Beronia Rioja Reserva, Beronia, Rioja- Mixed case for drinking now
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White wines |
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| 2009 Sauvignon Blanc, Durvillea, Marlborough | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£5.78 |
£4.82 |
£8.50 |
£5.18 |
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 | Beautifully intense, with notes of tropical fruit, grapefruit and cut grass, this is a classic example of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. On the palate, this has ripe, juicy fruit characters, a zesty acidity and an appealing, lingering finish. The ideal accompaniment to summer salads and seafood dishes.- Sauvignon Blanc
- Dry, White, Still
 New Zealand- To be consumed 2010 – 2012
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| 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, Wairau River, Marlborough | Bottle - 75cl | 1
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0
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£4.58 |
£3.82 |
£8.50 |
£5.18 |
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 | Marlborough, with its temperate maritime climate, is Sauvignon Blanc's home away from the Loire Valley, and this wine is a classic example of the Marlborough style. Wairau River is one of the largest independently owned and managed estates in Marlborough and is designed to be as environmentally friendly as possible, achieving carbon-neutral status in 2008.- Sauvignon Blanc
- Dry, White, Still
- New Zealand
- Ready 2011 – 2013
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Fortified red wines |
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| 2000 Warre's Bottle Matured Late bottled Vintage | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£5.14 |
£4.28 |
£20.70 |
£14.72 |
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 | Late-bottled vintage ports are aged for longer in cask than true vintage ports, and hence do not throw a sediment. After several years extra bottle age they are an affordable way to sample the house style of one of the very top Port producers. Lots of powerful ruby fruit characters, followed by a warming complexity and beautiful balanced sweet finish.- Sweet, Red, Fortified
- Portugal
- Improving/Ready 2011 – 2016
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| 2000 Graham's | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£8.58 |
£7.15 |
£34.35 |
£26.09 |
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 | Very deep in appearance, revealing vibrant ripe berry aromas. This shows a remarkably open nature for such a young vintage port, suggesting a closing down is imminent. The palate exudes sweet, ripe fruit, really quite a substantial style. The layered, textural quality, coupled with the sweet accent, serve to mask firm supportive tannins. Spicy and bold, this promises a very bright future.- Blend of different grape varieties
- Sweet, Red, Fortified
- Portugal
- Improving/Ready 2012 – 2040
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Fortified white wines |
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| La Bota de Fino, No 27, Equipo Navazos | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£4.99 |
£4.16 |
£19.65 |
£13.84 |
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 | Savoury on the nose, with aromas of roasted hazelnuts, orange peel and almond. The palate, is immediately extremely dry, with a mouthwatering acidity, complex seasalt and olive characters and a touch of appealing citrus. (18.5 points, Jancis Robinson)- Dry, White, Fortified
- Spain
- No Drink Dates Available
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| La Bota de Oloroso, No.28, Equipo Navazos | Half | 0
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0
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£17.12 |
£14.27 |
£68.40 |
£55.73 |
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 | Aromatic and attractive on the nose, with coffee bean and chocolate orange notes coming through. Absolutely bone dry on the palate, the vibrant and enlivening acidity lends it an apparent lightness of touch that belies its colour and fragrance. It is intensely characterful and complex however, with brazil nut, spice and woodsmoke coming through alongside somewhat bitter, but appealing, orange peel notes. A revelation. - Sweet, White, Fortified
- Spain
- No Drink Dates Available
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| La Bota de Palo Cortado, No. 21, Equipo Navazos | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£9.64 |
£8.03 |
£38.40 |
£29.47 |
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 | Subtle yet intense nose with almond, hazel and gentle caramel notes. Great richness on the attack, but bone dry. Intense, opulent and elegant all at the same time. Powerfully flavoured but delicately structured. Very long, with flavours of grilled nuts, caramel and warm citrus fruit. This is a magnificent Palo Cortado which exhibits an almost too easy drinkability. - Dry, White, Fortified
- Spain
- Improving/Ready 2010 – 2020
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| La Bota de Fino Amontillado "Montilla" No. 24, Equipo Navazos | Bottle - 75cl | 36+
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36+
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£7.39 |
£6.16 |
£29.25 |
£21.84 |
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 | Deeply amber and inviting in the glass, this has a complex nose of almond praline, seawater, toast, orange rind and cedarwood. Vibrant on the palate, with savoury seasalt characters overlaying delicious caramel, citrus and pickling spice notes. Richly mouthcoating and yet delicate and light on its feet, this is an enormously enjoyable glass of wine. - Dry, White, Fortified
- Spain
- No Drink Dates Available
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USA |
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Red wines |
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| 1994 Cabernet Sauvignon, Duckhorn, Napa | Bottle - 75cl | 0
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0
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£9.93 |
£8.28 |
£39.45 |
£30.97 |
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| - Blend of different grape varieties
- Dry, Red, Still
 USA- To be consumed 2000 – 2010
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