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Country: Portugal, DouroGrapes: Touriga NacionalABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full RedRoquette & Cazes Douro Tinto, born from the collaboration between Jorge Roquette, proprietor of Quinta do Crasto, and Jean-Charles Cazes, co-owner of Château Lynch-Bages, seamlessly melds Bordeaux winemaking expertise with the distinct character of the Douro region. This exceptional wine showcases a remarkable intensity of vibrant red fruit flavours interwoven with subtle hints of delicate spices, all held together by an impressive structure characterised by luxuriously smooth tannins. VivinRegular Price£26.95New Years Sale£22.95 -
Country: Italy, VenetoGrapes: CorvinaABV: 13.5%Style: Smooth Fruity RedProduced from vineyards that lie at altitudes of over 500m, the Tenute Ca' Botta Rubicondo Rosso blends freshness with power. Created using a hand-picked mix of traditional Venetian grapes including Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella, this moreish wine is well-structured and delicious. Expert winemaking, including a long, slow fermentation, and ageing in small, 225-litre barrels has created a wine of admirable complexity that’s fit to rank alongside some of Veneto’s best (and far more expensive) r -
Country: Italy, TuscanyGrapes: SangioveseABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic Red96 Points - Raffaele Vecchione. Guided by the expertise of renowned consultant oenologist Giacomo Tachis (creator of iconic wines like Sassicaia, Tignanello, and Solaia) Argiano unveils a wine graced with plum fruit notes complemented by hints of dried herbs, chocolate, leather, cloves, and nutmeg. The wine's finesse and balance are a testament to the seamlessly integrated tannins and acidity. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Aug 2024) Wine Press Ratings 96 Points - Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com (2019 -
Country: Spain, ToroGrapes: TempranilloABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedErnesto del Palacio has been making wine for over 300 years in the region of Toro, most famously known for its powerful reds made from Tinta de Toro, a variant of the internationally known Tempranillo. Their Crianza undergoes 6 months of aging in French and American oak barrels, resulting in a full-bodied, powerful, and well-balanced wine. It showcases a remarkable expression of ripe fruit harmoniously intertwined with delightful toasted nuances. Taste A cherry-red hue with a purplish rim, displ -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Saint EmilionGrapes: Cabernet Franc, Merlot, MalbecABV: 13.5%Style: Savoury Classic Red95 Points - Decanter. One of Saint-Émilion's most prestigious Grand Cru's, located right next door to the famed Château Cheval Blanc. From the oldest surviving wine producing château in Saint-Émilion comes this incredible Grand Cru Classe wine from a fabulous vintage. A sensationally moreish, fragrant and textured wine created by the renowned Olivier Decelle. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Jun 2024) Wine Press Ratings 95 Points - Decanter "Wonderfully floral cherry notes on the nose here - ripe, vibrant an -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Haut MedocGrapes: Cabernet SauvignonABV: 14%Style: Savoury Classic Red'A thousand Roses'. Named after his mothers love for roses, Owner David Faure has aimed to create aromatic, rich and smooth wines, just like roses. An intense and deep purple colour, the nose is fresh, carrying floral notes and light notes of vanilla, with a subtle hint of strawberries. The palate is very fresh, lively and reveals a medium to concentrated structure. Located in the Southern Médoc with prestigious Grand Crus Classé neighbours, this Château is 100% Organic and a real hidden gem! W -
Country: New Zealand, MarlboroughGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 14%Style: Smooth Fruity Red96 Points - New Zealand Wine Rater. A wonderful Burgundian style Pinot Noir from a producer who carefully select fruit from Marlborough's top organic single vineyards to produce wines of great elegance and complexity. An aromatic, savoury nose with notes of damson plum, dark berry, forest floor, nori, peppercorns, salami and salted, black liquorice. Medium-bodied, with plush fruit but still a seriously structured wine with layered tannins. Wine Press Ratings 96 Points - New Zealand Wine Rater (2 -
Country: France, BordeauxGrapes: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet SauvignonABV: 15%Style: Savoury Classic Red92 Points - International Wine Report. No ordinary Bordeaux Superieur, Chateau Lagrave Paran is nestled on a micro-property spanning approximately 3.5 hectares, this under-the-radar winemaker lavishes each vine with the utmost care, resulting in excellent wines year after year. The wine's soft, maturing black-currant fruits reflect the vintage's relative lightness, while oak aging gracefully smooths the tannins and imparts a final, juicy character. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Sept 2024) Wine Press Ratin -
Country: Spain, RiojaGrapes: TempranilloABV: 14%Style: Savoury Classic Red92 Points - Guía Peñín. From the highly regarded Bodegas Sierra Cantabria, comes this stunning Rioja Reserva from 30+ year old vines has a beautiful balance of ripe fruit, silky tannins and toasty oak. 18 months in Bordelaise barrels of 50 % French and 50 % American oak. This is Rioja at its very best. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (July 2024) About the Producer Rated well over 90 points a number of times by Robert Parker - Bodega Sierra Cantabria is located in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, a village with a -
Country: Spain, Sierra de SalamancaGrapes: RufeteABV: 14%Style: Juicy Lively Red91 Points Guía Peñín de los vinos de España. A blend of the rare, and local grape variety Rufete, with the well known Tempranillo grape. The Original from Vinos La Zorra comes from 60-plus year old vines, grown in a combination of slate, clay and granite soils. They are then table-sorted and de-stemmed followed by a gentle crushing. Barrel aged for 11 months in 50% French and 50% American oak, combining light and medium toasted barrels, the result is a wine with a noticeable freshness and aromasRegular Price£16.95New Years Sale - 25% off£12.72 -
Country: Argentina, MendozaGrapes: MalbecABV: 14%Style: Juicy Lively RedFinca La Mascota were recognised by the IWSC as best Argentine Producer 2014. Vineyards based in Cruz de Piedra, part of the 'Primera Zona', the traditional premium area in Mendoza, their Malbec, aged for 15 months in new French and American oak has lovely, sweet ripe and full-bodied fruit with elegantly balanced oak. Intense purple-red colour with ruby hues. Aromas of black fruits, jam and vanilla, with a subtle liquorice touch. Sweet and full bodied tannins, with a long and pleasant finish. Ex -
Country: New Zealand, OtagoGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 13%Style: Smooth Fruity Red92 Points - Decanter World Wine Awards. Purity elegance combine with texture, concentration and length. A true reflection of the three Central Otago sub regions that contribute to this Peregrine Pinot Noir. Concentrated aromas of dried strawberries with notes of black cherry, vanilla and gamey scents. Fined-grained, mouth coating tannins, supported by a juicy and firm acidity. Vivino Rating: 4.2 (Sept 2024) Taste Concentrated aromas of dried strawberries with notes of black cherry, vanilla and g -
Country: France, Bordeaux, Haut MedocGrapes: MerlotABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic Red92 Points - International Wine Report. Château d’Esteau is located in Saint Sauveur in Bordeaux, France and surrounded by prestigious Chateaux - sharing an exceptional terroir - and delivering one of the best Price / Quality ratio in the region. This gorgeous wine is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, Cuvee d’Eyssan is a lightly wooded, fruity, and lively Haut Medoc. The 2018 Cuvee d'Eyssan offers inviting aromas of cherries and plum are woven together with cedar, spices a -
Country: France, Rhone ValleyGrapes: GrenacheABV: 15%Style: Smooth Fruity Red95 Points - La Revue de France. Le Télégramme comes from the younger vines of Vieux Télégraphe, from 30 years old wines, with a blend is 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 6% Mourvèdre and 4% Cinsault. Ageing is in vats for 10 months followed by foudres for a further 7 months before bottling. The result is a delicious fruit driven Châteauneuf du Pape which drinks very well in its youth. Exceptional value for the property. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Sept 2024) Wine Press Ratings 95 Points - La Revue de France "Th -
Country: France, Bordeaux, MargauxGrapes: MerlotABV: 14%Style: Savoury Classic Red92 Points - Decanter. Hailing from the exceptional 2020 vintage, the Chateau les Vimieres le Tronquera 2020 is that rarest of jewels: an affordable fine Bordeaux. This tiny (0.45-hectare) estate is home to seventy-year-old vines that produce minuscule quantities of super-concentrated grapes. Decadently rich, yet supple and elegant, this offers Grand Cru levels of complexity with Margaux’s signature finesse. Produced by Eric Boissenot, consultant to Chateau Latour and Chateau Lafite, this is your -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: NebbioloABV: 14.5%Style: Juicy Lively RedBarolo's little brother, Langhe Nebbiolo, is a younger and more approachable wine that doesn't require years of aging to soften the tannins, unlike some Barolos. While still retaining all the charming characteristics of Nebbiolo, the addition of 10% Barbera into the blend gives it a softer side. Expect beautifully perfumed red fruits and a smooth, balanced, and long finish. Taste Canebbio is an elegant and refined wine, and its colour of mellow red garnet shades out to burnt orange near the sideRegular Price£22.95New Years Sale - 25% off£17.22 -
Country: France, BeaujolaisGrapes: GamayABV: 14.5%Style: Juicy Lively RedTop quality gamay grapes from one of the highest profile Cru Villages. With its closest neighbours being the AOC's of Fleurie, Morgon, Chiroubles and Moulins à Vent. This Superb Beaujolais Villages from Domaine André Colonge is the only Beaujolais Villages commune to be completely surrounded by Beaujolais Crus. The quality shines through in this lovely, well made wine from a centuries old winemaker. Deep colour with a mouth watering freshness packed full of complex red fruits, followed by a softRegular Price£14.95New Years Sale - 25% off£11.22 -
Country: Spain, Ribera del DueroGrapes: TempranilloABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red95 Points - Pedro Ballesteros. Solideo is the reserve wine of Dehesa de los Canónigos. Its name means 'Only before God', also used to designate a silk cap that is usually worn by the Pope. It is made with 85% Tempranillo, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Albillo Mayor and remains in barrels for 24 months, first in American oak of one and two years of age and the last four months in new French oak. From vineyards over 80 years of age, Solideo is a wine that is reserved only for exceptional harvests -
Country: France, BeaujolaisGrapes: GamayABV: 13%Style: Juicy Lively RedChâteau des Tours, nestled in the heart of the Brouilly appellation within Beaujolais, boasts a storied history and an unwavering commitment to quality. Its vineyards, gracing the slopes of Mont Brouilly, benefit from a unique terroir with granitic and volcanic soils, producing wines of exceptional finesse and character. This historic estate's dedication to crafting limited-production, terroir-driven wines has cemented its reputation as a premier producer in the region, offering a taste of the eRegular Price£19.95New Years Sale - 25% off£14.97 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 13%Style: Savoury Classic RedGivry is known as one of the best value wines in Burgundy, but few – if any – can match Domaine Masse for quality and value. Produced from the family’s old vine Pinot Noir in the exceptional 2022 vintage the this is a red Burgundy lover's dream. The Domaine’s policy of rigorous pruning meant yields were low and the tiny amount of Givry Premier Cru they made is concentrated, complex and well-structured. It is wines like this that have seen demand for Domaine Masse’s wines soar in recent years. Ta -
Country: Spain, Ribera del DueroGrapes: TempranilloABV: 14%Style: Smooth Fruity Red93 Points - Hudin.com. Dehesa de los Canónigos is one of the historic estates situated in the Duero Valley, positioned between Valbuena and Pesquera de Duero along the Ribera Golden Mile. Their Crianza reflects the vineyard's heritage and respect for winemaking traditions and their flagship wine blends Tempranillo, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. It matures for 15 months in American Oak barrels, gaining power and structure, and the unique traits of each plot intertwine with aging adding complexi -
Country: France, ProvenceGrapes: Syrah / ShirazABV: 13%Style: Smooth Fruity RedDark and dense fruit with a delicious acidity, Cuvee Irresistible lives up to its name and is to be enjoyed with friends. A bright purple colour, this wine exudes aromas of black fruits and violets on the nose. On the palate, it offers a supple texture with notes of spices. Provence in a glass, from the largest Cru Classé Côtes de Provence. Blend: Syrah 85% | Mourvèdre 15% Taste A bright purple colour, this wine exudes aromas of black fruits and violets on the nose. On the palate, it offers a suRegular Price£20.95New Years Sale - 25% off£15.72 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: Pinot NoirABV: 14%Style: Savoury Classic Red95 Points - Jasper Morris. The Château Gris castle was built in the 18th century in the middle of its 3.5 ha (8.6 acre) walled vineyard. After the vineyards were destroyed by phylloxera, the roof of the castle was covered with grey slate although tiles are the traditional material used in Burgundy. The people of Nuits-Saint-Georges therefore began to refer to it as Château Gris (grey castle) and the name stuck. Further to a court ruling in the 1920s, the name “Château Gris” was allowed to prevai -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: BarberaABV: 14.5%Style: Juicy Lively Red91 Points - Gilbert & Gaillard. Designated as Superiore DOC, this Barbera d'Alba has been aged in French oak barrels for 12 months to attain a greater depth and balance. A lovely, versatile wine with that will continue to age gracefully, if you can resist drinking it now! Deep reddish purple colour, rich in vibrant tones. Its bouquet is redolent of fruits and flowers: peaches, apricots, apples and wild flowers. Its flavour is medium-bodied and well structured, with acid levels that help it