Christmas Stocking Dozen
12 different bottles all at 5% discount.
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Les Chapelieres, Comte Tolosan, IGP, 2023
A best-seller, an easy drinking blend of 70% exoctically fruited Colombard and 30% Ugni Blanc, with lowish alcohol. Juicy grapefruit with fresh grassy notes. Now-2025
ColourWhite
RegionSouth-West
Sub RegionIGP
GrowerAlain Grignon
Grape VarietyColombard & Ugni Blanc
Vintage2023
ABV11%
Bottle75cl
ClosureScrewcap
DietaryVegan
CodeAGW323
Guardia dei Mori, Vermentino, Terre Siciliane, 2023
Vermentino (Rolle in France) is a grape which thrives around the shores of the Med, from the Languedoc, Provence, Corsica, Sardinia and the Maremma to Sicily. Pear and honeysuckle aromas; followed by a fresh, lightly herby mouthful with pleasing concentration for a wine at this price. A great new find. Now-2025
ColourWhite
RegionSicily
GrowerGuardia dei Mori
Grape VarietyVermentino
Vintage2023
ABV12.5%
Bottle75cl
ClosureCork
CodeGUA123
Goedverwacht Great Expectations, Chenin Blanc, Robertson, 2024
From the Du Toit family in Robertson whose Goedverwacht estate translates loosely as Great Expectations. Lots offlavour, stone fruit and crisp lime with a little heft. Dry and savoury finish. Now-2025
ColourWhite
RegionRobertson
Grape VarietyChenin Blanc
Vintage2024
ABV13%
Bottle75cl
ClosureScrewcap
CodeGDV724
Chenin Blanc
Origins
- Anjou in the Loire, where documented in the 9thC
- Also known as Pineau in the Loire, Steen in South Africa
Characteristics
- Naturally productive and high yielding
- Huge range of styles: bone dry (e.g. Savennières); off-dry (e.g. old fashioned South African "Steen"); medium dry (e.g....
Consentido, Macabeo, Yecla, 2023
This has rightly become one of our go-to good value whites and it’s again impressive in this latest vintage. Macabeo is the same grape as Viura, the principal ingredient in most white Rioja. Fresh and lively; with mid-palate nougat-like notes of cream and nuts; and kumquats and apricots on the long finish. Classy, interesting, equally good as a light aperitif as with food - and excellent value. Now-2025
"Full bottle 1,288 g with jazzy label telling a story. Made from the...
ColourWhite
RegionYecla
GrowerLa Purisima
Grape VarietyMacabeo
Vintage2023
ABV12%
Bottle75cl
ClosureCork
CodeCON123
Jancis Robinson
We get super excited when Jancis Robinson (or one of her team) write about our wine!
Voted the world's most influential wine critic in polls in the US, France and internationally in 2018, Jancis views herself as a wine writer rather than a wine critic.
She writes daily for JancisRobinson.com and weekly for the Financial Times. She is founder-editor of The Oxford Companion...
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La Combe Saint-Paul, Viognier, IGP Pays d'Oc, 2023
As usual this is more on the light, fresh, floral side of Viognier than more obviously weighty or over-ripe examples from the Languedoc. Lime flower perfume. True fresh peach flavour, just a little appealing fat and a good dry finish. As charming as ever, a lovely aperitif. Now-2025
ColourWhite
RegionLanguedoc
GrowerLa Combe Saint-Paul
Grape VarietyViognier
Vintage2023
ABV12.5%
Bottle75cl
ClosureCork
CodeCSP323
Languedoc-Roussillon
There’s something very complete about our annual offer of wines from the Languedoc and Roussillon: with whites, rosés and reds, and wonderful fortified wines, the Vins Doux Naturels which are such a speciality of the region, there should be something for all tastes. Secondly, there are wines for every budget; at every level we believe these wines continue to offer terrific...
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La Combe Saint-Paul
La Clape, France
Paul and Line Maury might be our youngest producers but winemaking runs in the genes.
Paul’s grandparents and great grandparents were winemakers specialising in single varietal wines, and we list his fine examples of Vermentino, Chardonnay and Viognier.
In 2008 Paul came across the opportunity to buy vines on La Clape and create his own domaine....
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Viognier
Viognier
Characteristics
- Fickle grape to grow, subject to problems in the flowering and setting of fruit
- Best picked late and fully ripe, with high alcohol, at least 13.5 degree
- ...but can be too fat and overblown if grown in too hot temperatures
- Very aromatic, with scents of apricot and...
Les Reuilles, Bordeaux, Sauvignon Blanc, 2023
100% Sauvignon from Entre Deux Mers; good expression of Sauvignon Blanc, a light fresh, citrus accented example. Heart of ripe fruit. This make a refreshing aperitif or could be enjoyed with smoked salmon. Now-2025
ColourWhite
RegionBordeaux
GrowerChateau Les Reuilles
Grape VarietySauvignon Blanc
Vintage2023
ABV12%
Bottle75cl
ClosureScrewcap
CodeREU123
Sauvignon Blanc
Origins
- Probably in Bordeaux region
- Parent of red grape Cabernet Sauvignon (established by DNA analysis)
Characteristics
- Vigorous plant, so can be too leafy and overproductive
- Aromas and flavours described as: herbaceous, grassy and nettley; Gooseberries; but can also show more tropical fruits...
Il Traliccio, Sangiove Rubicone IGT, 2023
Light, simple, juicy and cherry-accented. Certainly easy to drink on its own. A Sangiovese from Emilia-Romagna, just north-east of the Apennines, fermented and aged only in stainless steel tanks, Now-2025
ColourRed
RegionAbruzzo
GrowerAdria Vini
Grape VarietySangiovese
Vintage2023
ABV11%
Bottle75cl
ClosureScrewcap
DietaryVegan
CodeILT423
Sangiovese
Sangiovese
Sangiovese is Chianti. fresh, perfumed fruit with a fine spice of acidity and clean refined palate - can age well.
Origins
- Originally known in its wild form by the Etruscans in the area around what is now Florence as Sanguis Jovis, or ‘Blood of...
Bajel Pirata, Monastrell, Alicante, 2023
We have been selling this for a few years and we don’t think we have given it enough credit. Wines from Monastrell(Mourvèdre) can be so attractive when the grapes enjoy the heat of Spain. A smooth, easy-drinking quaffer, red andblack-fruited, with a little substance, lightly savoury. Now-2025What Spain delivers in spades is ripe, authentic red wine at a very fair price. The Monastrell (= Mourvedre) grape is the country's lesser-known winner, making deeply coloured, ripe and...
ColourRed
RegionAlicante
GrowerBajel Pirata
Grape VarietyMonastrell
Vintage2023
ABV13%
Bottle75cl
ClosureScrewcap
CodePIR123
Les Pradelles, IGP Herault, 2023
Bottled at a smart new co-op at Cébazan in St.-Chinian, this is an easy-drinking blend of Carignan and Grenache from the plains of the Languedoc. Red fruited with a surprisingly good texture, no rough edges, soft, light and juicily berried. Perfect for uncomplicated daily drinking. Now-2026
ColourRed
RegionLanguedoc
Sub RegionIGP
GrowerLes Pradelles
Grape VarietyCarignan & Grenache
Vintage2023
ABV12.5%
Bottle75cl
ClosureScrewcap
DietaryVegan
CodePRD123
Languedoc-Roussillon
There’s something very complete about our annual offer of wines from the Languedoc and Roussillon: with whites, rosés and reds, and wonderful fortified wines, the Vins Doux Naturels which are such a speciality of the region, there should be something for all tastes. Secondly, there are wines for every budget; at every level we believe these wines continue to offer terrific...
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Carignan
Carignan is the grape which really distinguishes the red wines of the Languedoc and Roussillon from those of the southern Rhône (in the latter Grenache is ubiquitous and dominant, and Syrah and Mourvèdre are the preferred blending grapes).
It has been a much maligned grape. For example Jancis Robinson’s Oxford Companion to Wine thunders: "Carignan,...
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Valle Frio, Pinot Noir, Maule, 2021
Many of you have already adopted their supple and fruity Pinot Noir as your go-to Pinot. Valle Frio is an offshoot of afamily-owned business with 19th century origins: Maule used to be the old heart of wine production within Chile. Pale hue. Pretty strawberry and cherry fruit. Surprisingly authentic – this exhibits both Pinot’s aromatics with attractive juiciness and pleasing lightly savoury hints. Very easy-drinking. Now-2025
ColourRed
RegionMaule
GrowerValle Frio
Grape VarietyPinot Noir
Vintage2021
ABV13.5%
Bottle75cl
ClosureCork
CodeFRI321
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir
Origins
- Ancient vine, perhaps 2,000 years old
Distant origins in France - first documented mention in France in 1375
Characteristics
- Finicky grape: notoriously difficult to grow (which is partly why it is hugely intriguing to New World...
L’Estabel, Languedoc-Cabrières, Grande Cuvee Comtesse Rouge, 2022
This is a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre with a little Cinsault. The warmth of the vintage really shines through. Glossy cherry fruit and a little herbiness greet you, and whilst there is some structure this wine is very soft. Incredibly charming and a winner for long summer, lunches. Now - 2025
No-one in this country has heard of the appellation of Languedoc-Cabrières. It’s not surprising, given it’s very small, only 380 hectares, but it was known for good wine as...
ColourRed
RegionLanguedoc-Roussillon
Grape VarietyGrenache & Syrah
Vintage2022
ABV14%
Bottle75cl
CodeLES622
Languedoc-Roussillon
There’s something very complete about our annual offer of wines from the Languedoc and Roussillon: with whites, rosés and reds, and wonderful fortified wines, the Vins Doux Naturels which are such a speciality of the region, there should be something for all tastes. Secondly, there are wines for every budget; at every level we believe these wines continue to offer terrific...
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Grenache / Garnacha
Grenache / Garnacha
Grenache grows well in hot, dry regions, though it can develop very high (15 degrees+) alcohol.
As such it is grown principally in Southern France and Spain (as Garnacha). It is usually blended with other varieties in the Southern Rhône and Languedoc (Syrah, Mourvedre, Carignan, Cinsaut and others).
Its flavour usually encompasses the...
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Sur, Carmenere, Maule, 2023
For a modestly priced wine this shows varietal typicity, that combination of blackcurrant fruit with herbal elements which marks Carmenère. The aromas show that characteristic combination of berries with currant leaf. This offers a light and fresh mouthful of blackcurrant and blueberry. Pure, uncomplicated and finishes brightly. Will stand up to spicy food well – there was a push a decade ago to recommend Carmenère as the best red grape to match with curries. Now-2026
ColourRed
RegionMaule
GrowerValle Frio
Grape VarietyCarmenere
Vintage2021
ABV13%
Bottle75cl
ClosureCork
CodeSUR123
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Christmas Stocking Dozen
12 different bottles all at 5% discount.
Great choice of good-value wines in the January sales. The website is really easy to use to make up an order. Delivery, as is often the case, was within 24 hours and, as usual, was well-packed.Read More
I've bought a couple of cases recently, and many more in years gone by, and have really enjoyed their selection. They have a good range of interesting wines from some classic and some more…Read More
Judging by the wines I have had, someone is doing a very good job in selecting the wines to put before the public, and at a very fair price. Delivery from online purchases as also been quick and…Read More
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One of my favourite independents. Been enjoying these special wines for more than 10 years. Always interesting choices, and always great value in the sales!Read More
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