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Country: France, Loire ValleyGrapes: Chenin BlancABV: 12.5%Style: Crisp Classic Sparkling91 Points - James Melendez. An exceptional organic sparkling wine that puts many champagnes in its shadow. This lovely Organic Crémant de Loire has been aged for a minimum of 12 months to obtain maximum aromatics and complexity. The first nose is delicate and very fresh, then it is more expressive through a small biscuit tip after aeration. We find this in the mouth within a compact texture, built by the time on slats, illustrated by small and delicate bubbles and supported by aromas of fresh liRegular Price£24.95Party Wines - 15% off£21.21 -
Country: France, ProvenceGrapes: GrenacheABV: 13%Style: Elegant Crisp RoséHaving scored 17/20 from Jancis Robinson MW it’s arguable that Whispering Angel has achieved its goal of making “the greatest rosé on the planet”. Has it been hyped? Definitely. Does it live up to the hype? Undoubtedly. With the Whispering Angel Rose 2023, you seem to get a little bit more of the good stuff. A little more strawberry and cherry fruit. A little bit more power and concentration. A little bit more refinement and a smile that’s a little bit wider after the first sip. Global demandRegular Price£21.95Christmas Special£16.95 -
Country: France, Languedoc-RoussillonGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 14%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteThe husband-and-wife team behind A23’s wines, Thomas and Gunhild, have a unique approach to winemaking. Above all else, they aim to produce wines that capture the essence of the grape they are using. While many winemakers are all about terroir and a taste of place, for Thomas and Gunhild, the grape’s the star. The A23 Chardonnay shows how effective this approach can be. Chardonnay is a wonderfully complex, multifaceted grape and its beauty shines through here. Its inviting bouquet of red apples,Regular Price£14.95Party Wines - 15% off£12.71 -
Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Complex SparklingMatured for a duration of 2 years prior to disgorgement, this exquisite Cuvée was meticulously crafted as a tribute to the esteemed French chef Emile Dupuis. Crafted from a harmonious blend of the timeless champagne grape varieties - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier - sourced from various vintages, it embodies the embodiment of dedication, exacting standards, and the accumulated expertise passed down through generations since 1845. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Jul 2024) Taste Expressive and elegRegular Price£34.95Party Wines - 15% off£29.71
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Country: France, Loire ValleyGrapes: Chenin BlancABV: 12.5%Style: Crisp Classic Sparkling91 Points - James Melendez. An exceptional organic sparkling wine that puts many champagnes in its shadow. This lovely Organic Crémant de Loire has been aged for a minimum of 12 months to obtain maximum aromatics and complexity. The first nose is delicate and very fresh, then it is more expressive through a small biscuit tip after aeration. We find this in the mouth within a compact texture, built by the time on slats, illustrated by small and delicate bubbles and supported by aromas of fresh liRegular Price£24.95Party Wines - 15% off£21.21 -
Country: France, ProvenceGrapes: GrenacheABV: 13%Style: Elegant Crisp RoséHaving scored 17/20 from Jancis Robinson MW it’s arguable that Whispering Angel has achieved its goal of making “the greatest rosé on the planet”. Has it been hyped? Definitely. Does it live up to the hype? Undoubtedly. With the Whispering Angel Rose 2023, you seem to get a little bit more of the good stuff. A little more strawberry and cherry fruit. A little bit more power and concentration. A little bit more refinement and a smile that’s a little bit wider after the first sip. Global demandRegular Price£21.95Christmas Special£16.95 -
Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Complex Sparkling91 Points - Cellar Tracker - There is Champagne, and then there is Grand Cru Champagne, the pinnacle of Champagne excellence. This Grand Cru Champagne from the vineyards of Chouilly is not only significantly more affordable but also more refined than many big household names. The result is a stunning Blanc de Blancs (100% Chardonnay) Grand Cru Champagne with complex toasty and citrus notes that are perfectly balanced, offering fantastic value. It has a golden yellow colour with aromas of pastrie -
Country: France, Languedoc-RoussillonGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 14%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteThe husband-and-wife team behind A23’s wines, Thomas and Gunhild, have a unique approach to winemaking. Above all else, they aim to produce wines that capture the essence of the grape they are using. While many winemakers are all about terroir and a taste of place, for Thomas and Gunhild, the grape’s the star. The A23 Chardonnay shows how effective this approach can be. Chardonnay is a wonderfully complex, multifaceted grape and its beauty shines through here. Its inviting bouquet of red apples,Regular Price£14.95Party Wines - 15% off£12.71 -
Country: France, ProvenceGrapes: GrenacheABV: 12.5%Style: Elegant Crisp RoséA sublime Rose from Château Margui representing Provence at its best. The Domaine's emblematic Cuvée, boasts a nose of fresh pomelo mingling with notes of peach. The palate is beautifully balanced with an animated acidity supported by a wonderful texture. The refined finish offers roundness with mature pomelo notes, hints of zests and a tropical elegance. This simply sensational fine rose is crafted by none other than a vineyard owned by George Lucas…. Taste Sandy pink, with white gold rim, on t -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Fruity White90 Points - Gilbert et Gaillard. The stunning 2022 vintage benefited all the wines of Chablis, but more so to the vineyards of Sylvain Mosnier who took full advantage of the opportunity to produce this crisp Petit Chablis which is drinking beautifully now. Balanced aromas of citrus and wet stones are followed by a fruity, tangy palate, with a subtle tang of salinity and apple skin freshness towards the finish. Perfect on its own or to enjoy with white fish or meats. This exceptional Petit Chabli -
Country: France, Rhone ValleyGrapes: GrenacheABV: 14%Style: Juicy Lively RedNicknamed by the winemaking team as their ‘Buddy’ wine, the Chateau de Gourdon 921 Le Coq Rouge Cotes du Rhone was created to be a joyous, easy-going wine. Produced from a blend of Grenache with a little Syrah, Cinsault and other local varieties, it’s a pet project only made in relatively small quantities. Fermented in concrete and stainless-steel tanks, it is fruit-driven yet has admirable depth and complexity. A cold maceration and long, slow fermentation giving a well-extracted wine that’s roRegular Price£14.95Party Wines - 15% off£12.71 -
Country: France, Rhone ValleyGrapes: GrenacheABV: 15.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedThe Chateau de Gourdon Terrasse a L'Ombre is made under the relatively rarely seen Côtes du Rhône Village "Suze-la-Rousse”. A blend of old vine Grenache and Syrah, each plot is harvested individually and several ‘tries’ may be attempted to ensure only perfectly ripe grapes are picked. To ensure the wines reflect the character of the vine and vineyard, they are fermented in stainless steel using natural yeasts. Taste With its wonderfully deep, saturated colour and bold bouquet of crushed plums, b -
Country: South Africa, StellenboschGrapes: Chenin BlancABV: 13.5%Style: Rich Fruity White91 Points - Greg Sherwood MW. From a small plot planted in 1986 at 230 meters above sea level, the different soil types contribute to the complexity and many facets of this wine. The Moordernaarskloof (Murderers Gorge) Chenin Blanc has delicate scents of wild flowers and fruit, especially Cape Honeysuckle, white peaches, and pineapples, with an underlying minerality. The palate fully matches the nose with a creamy sensation and a texture that combines elegance and intensity, along with concentra -
Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Complex SparklingMatured for a duration of 2 years prior to disgorgement, this exquisite Cuvée was meticulously crafted as a tribute to the esteemed French chef Emile Dupuis. Crafted from a harmonious blend of the timeless champagne grape varieties - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier - sourced from various vintages, it embodies the embodiment of dedication, exacting standards, and the accumulated expertise passed down through generations since 1845. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Jul 2024) Taste Expressive and elegRegular Price£34.95Party Wines - 15% off£29.71 -
Country: Spain, RiojaGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13.5%Style: Dry Refreshing White90 Points - Tim Atkin MW. From the modern style Casa La Rad, highly regarded by wine supremo Tim Atkin, comes this exceptional value white Rioja. A blend of Virua, Verdejo Chardonnay, and Malvasia, the Solarce Blanco is partially fermented in large oak barrels and aged on fine lees to give an elegant and beautifully fresh wine with body and texture to boot! Wine Press Ratings 90 Points - Tim Atkin MW (La Rioja Special Report) (2020) "Solarce is an unusual blend of mostly Viura with 47% Verdejo,Regular Price£14.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£11.22 -
Country: England, DorsetGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12%Style: Crisp Classic SparklingFINALIST : PEOPLES CHOICE AWARDS 2019: This traditional, bottle-fermented, vintage sparkling wine is made from the traditional Champagne grape varieties of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. This beautiful sparkling has appealing floral aromas of apple blossom interlaced with ripe melon and constance pear plus a delicate thread of minerality. On the palate the fine mousse marries citrus flavours of grapefruit and Sicilian lemon with a crystalline structure and zesty acidity. The autolytic -
Country: France, Rhone ValleyGrapes: GrenacheABV: 15%Style: Rich Full RedA traditional blend of Grenache (60%) and Syrah (40%), Chateau de Gourdon Vase de Pierre Cotes du Rhone is unusual in being so elegant and refined. Despite boasting an impressive 15% alcohol, its structure is fine and complex. This is achieved by de-stemming the Syrah, giving both grapes long (30 day), cool fermentations and keeping oak ageing to a minimum. The result is an impressively intense, but beautifully rounded wine. Taste Deep purple, the bouquet is dominated by fresh black fruits – blu -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Fruity White94 Points - Gilbert & Gaillard. The Chablis masters at Sylvain Mosnier took full advantage of the excellent 2022 vintage and produced wines that are full of freshness, ripeness, and complexity. Classically styled, their Chablis 2022 has great intensity and energy, with its ample fruit kept in check by the clean, balancing acidity. This is a delight now but it will develop over the next 3 years or so. Wine Press Ratings 94 Points - Gilbert & Gaillard Decanter Magazine. "Very precise and f -
Country: South Africa, StellenboschGrapes: Chenin BlancABV: 13%Style: Rich Fruity WhiteBronze Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards. - Arguably the greatest dry Chenin Blanc in South Africa, the Ken Forrester The FMC is a revelation of a wine. Awarded 89 points at the Decanter World Wine Awards, the FMC – ‘Forrester Meinert Chenin’ sets a new standard for South African Chenin. Crafted from a tiny plot of ancient vines, long skin contact and careful use of oak give a wonderfully textured, full-flavoured wine. Melons, pears, peach stones and mouth-watering greengages are supported by n -
Country: Spain, RiojaGrapes: GrenacheABV: 14%Style: Smooth Fruity Red93 Points - Tim Atkin MW. Only 4,000 bottles of this highly rated Garnacha (Grenache) have been produced from a tiny 1.98-hectare parcel at 600 metres which was planted 49 years ago. "Mint, pine and wild thyme aromas are the prelude to a palate that's bright, refreshing and elegant, with notes of cinnamon, redcurrant and wild strawberry." Harvested by hand in small quantities, after fermentation it was pressed then half of the wine went to new French oak casks for malolactic fermentation and theRegular Price£25.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£19.47 -
Country: France, AlsaceGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12%Style: Crisp Classic SparklingAward Winning - featured in Prestigious Guide Hachette. Made using Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay, this Champagne beating Blanc de Blancs Crémant is made in the traditional champagne method, then aged for 18 months before release for a complex and delicate Crémant. Fantastically full-bodied with pure fruit and elegantly smooth bubbles. Great value, Superb Quality Crémant! Blanc de Blancs Champagne equivalent ... without the price tag! Taste Pale yellow colour with light reflections. The bubbles areRegular Price£19.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£14.97 -
Country: USA, CaliforniaGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 14.5%Style: Classy Complex White92 Points - Jeb Dunnuck. Patz & Hall is one of California’s most highly regarded wineries with a celebrated portfolio of single-vineyard wines. Chardonnay from a selection of parcels across Sonoma showing great balance and depth. On the nose are notes of apricot, lemon zest, brown sugar cookie, dried lavender and heavily roasted hazelnut, and on the palate, mouthwatering, vibrant and fresh with sleek acidity supporting flavourful pulses of spicy pear, green apple, marzipan and orange-clove.Regular Price£52.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£39.72 -
Country: South Africa, StellenboschGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13%Style: Rich Fruity White95 Points - International Wine Challenge. Thelema consistently produce wines of stunning quality and value and this Chardonnay is no exception. 10 months in French oak barrels have given this wine a complex profile of ripe fruit, toasty oak with a lovely texture. Wine Press Ratings 95 Points - International Wine Challenge (2020) 94 Points - Tim Atkin (2020) Taste Winemakers tasting notes: Aromas of ripe peach, grapefruit marmalade, blossoms and complex yeasty flavours complement the toasty oak -
Country: France, Rhone ValleyGrapes: GrenacheABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red94-95 Points - James Suckling. A benchmark for Châteauneuf du Pape, the Vieux Télégraphe has been run by the Brunier family for five generations, since 1891. The flagship of the great estate is the 2018 Châteauneuf Du Pape and it could quite possibly be one of the longest lived wines in the 2018 vintage, which in general, is a charming, forward vintage geared for consumption in the first decade of life. Vivino Rating: 4.4 (Oct 2024) Wine Press Ratings 94-95 Points - James Suckling "The finished -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Fruity White91 Points - Gilbert et Gaillard. The Sylvain Mosnier Chablis 1er Cru Beauroy 2021 is a classic example of Chablis. The Beauroy site, designated as a Premier Cru ‘climat,’ features limestone-rich soils that produce fresh, clean, and mineral-rich wines. Sylvain Mosnier's traditional approach avoids new oak, resulting in wines that are delightful when young but also have the potential to age and develop beautifully in the bottle. Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - Gilbert et Gaillard | Double Gold Meda -
Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Crisp Classic Sparkling92 Points - Vertdevin - This Rose Champagne is simply gorgeous! From Grand Cru producer Genet, the name 'Redblend 9208' denotes the blend of 92% Chardonnay and 8% Pinot Noir grapes used to produce this delicate feminine style Rose Champagne. Beautiful pale salmon colour and orange hints. Nice effervescence with a fine string of bubbles. On the nose, delicate floral aromas of violet, rose, peony and iris followed by red fruits, such as redcurrant, cherry, raspberry and apricot. On the palate, smoRegular Price£42.15Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£31.62 -
Country: France, Languedoc-RoussillonGrapes: GrenacheABV: 15%Style: Smooth Fruity RedThis beautiful and profound wine from Mas Amiel is a subtle blend of Grenache, Carignan and Syrah to produce an elegant, seamless and incredibly pure wine that offers freshness with black raspberry, violets and peach pit aromas and flavours. Full-bodied, pure and balanced, it's ideal for drinking over the coming 5-10 years. About the Producer A story that began when, in 1816, Raymond Amiel won the deeds to this property from the Bishop of Perpignan over a game of cards. Then a mere 10 hectares, -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 13.5%Style: Classy Complex WhiteThis Montagny Premier Cru is round and delectable on the palate with lovely vivacity and minerality. With notes of oak, vanilla and brioche. It is round and delectable on the palate with lovely vivacity and minerality. The finish is long and fragrant with flowers of almond and both raw and cooked apple. "Very attractive nose of fresh pineapple and yellow grapefruit with delicate oak and a touch of something floral. Medium-bodied with nice creaminess from sur-lie aging, which complements the live
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