Staff Picks
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Country: Spain, GaliciaGrapes: AlbarinoABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing White90 Points - Decanter World Wine Awards. The iconic Mar de Frades Albariño is the pure expression of the unique characteristics of the Albariño grape variety, whilst reflecting the importance of the nearby Atlantic Ocean. Lively and intense aromas reveal juicy pear and apricot, white gardenia flowers, and hints of tropical lychee and pineapple, with a lovely delicate streak of salinity. Vivino rating: 4.1 (July 2024) Wine Press Ratings 90 Points (2023) - Decanter World Wine Awards "Elegant herbacRegular Price£19.95Christmas Special£16.99 -
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: 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, -
Country: New Zealand, MarlboroughGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral White93 Points - Tastings.com. The Whitehaven Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is one of New Zealand’s finest Sauvignons and is the winner of 5 international gold medals. The 2023 was awarded 94 points by Wine Orbit which described it as "Wonderfully fruited and fresh on the nose showing Granny Smith apple, nettle, lime zest and white floral aromas, it's intensely flavoursome on the palate offering excellent fruit purity and persistency, making it delicious and highly enjoyable.” Classic and classy, if
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Country: Spain, RuedaGrapes: VerdejoABV: 13.5%Style: Aromatic Floral WhiteOrganic Wine. Verdejo is the flagship variety of Rueda and this indigenous Spanish grape offers a crisp and refreshing white wine with green apple and citrus fruit. Notes of green apple and citrus aromas which are complemented by peach, apricot and with pleasant floral nuances of hawthorn and acacia, well combined with a balsamic finish of fennel, hay and aniseed. It is very well balanced with crispy acidity. If you like Sauvignon - you must try this wine. Beautifully balanced and very enjoyableRegular Price£11.55Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£8.67 -
Country: France, Languedoc-RoussillonGrapes: PicpoulABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteThis Picpoul is a real delight ! Great wine made with respect for the environment, a winner in our book. Candied fruits with delicate floral aromas and super refreshing acidity. This is an eminently enjoyable Picpoul de Pinet, from a centuries old winery, using modern techniques with the upmost care and respect for the environment. The award of the highest level of environmental certification (HVE) is testament to the Domaine's efforts. Your go to summer drop! Taste Light yellow with green hintsRegular Price£12.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£9.72 -
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: Argentina, MendozaGrapes: ViognierABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral WhiteBodegas Santa Ana was founded in 1891 by Don Luis Tirasso, who was a pioneer in the viticulture development in Argentina. This Reserve Viognier is from high-quality vineyard sites planted with low yielding vines that are harvested by hand. Santa Ana Viognier Reserve has a bright golden colour with green hues. Aromas of stone fruits with an alluring complexity of toasted bread and vanilla notes. Rich and full palate with a hint of sweetness balanced by a racy acidity on the finish. A rich, full bRegular Price£14.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£11.22 -
Country: Italy, Friuli Venezia GiuliaGrapes: Pinot GrigioABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteAward Winning Winemaker - A breath of fresh air in a world of too much mediocre Pinot Grigio. Baglio al Sole is not only incredibly drinkable but offers so much more! From Villa degli Olmi comes this Pinot Grigio from the famous Grave zone in Friuli, an area where viticulture dates back to the Roman Empire. Fresh and pleasantly soft on the palate with aromas & flavours of light citrus and delicate flowers complemented by green apple & pear, with a dry finish. About the Producer Villa deRegular Price£14.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£11.22 -
Country: Germany, PfalzGrapes: RieslingABV: 12%Style: Aromatic Floral WhiteNot into terroir trends? A23 captures the soul of the grape itself. This Riesling boasts a pure nose of white flowers, crisp apple & pear, with zesty citrus. The dry palate explodes with layers of green & white fruit, a hint of lemon & honey, ending with a kiss of minerals. Beyond typical Riesling - A23 delivers a unique, expressive experience. Try it today! Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Jun 2024) Taste Dry, yet full and precise, with layer-upon-layer of green and white berry fruits, a floral- -
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, -
Country: Spain, RuedaGrapes: VerdejoABV: 13%Style: Dry Refreshing White90 Points - James Suckling. Malvid, an up-and-coming brand, found itself at a crossroads in 2020. The pandemic and dwindling demand from wineries compelled it to shift its focus from cultivation to crafting its own wine. Already receiving multiple awards for its wines, Malvid's Verdejo exhibits great intensity on the nose, with aromas of tropical fruits and citrus notes perfectly combined with herbal undertones. It is structured and balanced on the palate, offering a fresh and long fruity finishRegular Price£15.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£11.97 -
Country: Italy, VenetoGrapes: Pinot GrigioABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing White93 Points - Luca Maroni. Tenuta Valleselle takes its name from the property of the same name on the hills of Lake Garda, and is dedicated to upholding the traditions of the territory of Verona. Intense notes of tropical fruits and white flowers all leading to a fresh, rounded and a fruity finish. A wonderful pinot grigio with great character. Wine Press Ratings 93 Points - Luca Maroni (2023) Taste A brilliant straw yellow, with hints of green, intense nose with hints of tropical fruits and whiteRegular Price£15.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£11.97 -
Country: Spain, ToroGrapes: VerdejoABV: 13.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteErnesto 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 Toro Blanco, made from Verdejo and a touch of Malvasia, is a wonderfully elegant, fresh, and complex white with an abundance of fresh fruits. Taste A bright straw yellow wine with greenish reflections has an elegant, fresh and complex aroma of great intensity with a marked fruity tone that rRegular Price£16.45Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£12.34 -
Country: France, Loire ValleyGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13.5%Style: Aromatic Floral WhiteThe Frissant family have been making wine on this 27 hectare vineyard for 8 generations. Spanning 5 different locations and 2 distinct soils structures. This diversity of terroirs allows Xavier to match each grape variety with its perfect growing conditions to produce wines of complexity, and a real expression of the land that they are from. Sourced from the lieux-dits of Les Pentes and Les Hauts Noyers this Touraine Sauvignon Blanc has the balance and minerality of many Sancerre's but for a fraRegular Price£16.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£12.72 -
Country: New Zealand, MarlboroughGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral WhiteThis delicious NZ Sauvignon Blanc is made from grapes sourced from the three premium Wairau Valley sub-regions, each selected for the distinct characteristic each location brings to the wine. The cool climate enables a long, slow ripening period for the fruit, resulting in intensified flavours and a wonderful naturally crisp acidity. Citrus, grapefruit and peach on the nose, the palate is a wonderful mix of gooseberry, passionfruit and melon. This is a must try for any Sauvignon drinker ! VivinoRegular Price£16.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£12.72 -
Country: France, AlsaceGrapes: Pinot GrisABV: 13.5%Style: Sweet and FortifiedA product of grapes harvested from two plots, this Pinot Gris Les Murets is a medium-dry white wine with a pale-yellow colour. Its nose is fine and delicate with notes of roasted almonds, apricots and honey. On the palate, it is refreshing with a complex and full structure and we find all the aromas as on the nose, notably honey and candied fruits. About the Producer It was at Zellenberg in 1785 that Thomas Rentz became fascinated in winemaking, setting up his own vineyard and producing his ownRegular Price£17.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£13.47 -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: ArneisABV: 14.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteA delicious white wine that's full of personality, Rabel Langhe Bianco is a blend of Arneis, Favorita & Sauvignon Blanc, and comes from the Cagliero family's vineyards in the north of the Langhe region. These vineyards are planted on steep slopes at a high elevation, contributing to the lively and fresh appeal of this unoaked white wine. About the Producer The Azienda Agricola Cagliero grows the best of Piedmontese grapes, from which the most prestigious red wines are produced. The estate isRegular Price£17.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£13.47 -
Country: New Zealand, MarlboroughGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral White93 Points - Tastings.com. The Whitehaven Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is one of New Zealand’s finest Sauvignons and is the winner of 5 international gold medals. The 2023 was awarded 94 points by Wine Orbit which described it as "Wonderfully fruited and fresh on the nose showing Granny Smith apple, nettle, lime zest and white floral aromas, it's intensely flavoursome on the palate offering excellent fruit purity and persistency, making it delicious and highly enjoyable.” Classic and classy, if -
Country: Italy, PiedmontGrapes: CorteseABV: 13%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteGavi is one of the most fashionable white regions in Italy and the Cortese grape is king. Bergaglio's Gavi di Gavi La Minaia from the sub-zone of Rovereto is 100% stainless steel fermented and left to rest in the bottle before being released. White peach and acacia aromatics, with soft honeyed richness, a cool mineral streak, beautifully balanced and fresh through to the long finish. The palate is crisp and dry, with a hint of ripe pears and a complex array of red and green apples, the finish is -
Country: Spain, RuedaGrapes: VerdejoABV: 13.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteMalvid, an up-and-coming brand, found itself at a crossroads in 2020. The pandemic and dwindling demand from wineries compelled them to shift their focus from cultivation to crafting their own wine. Seleccion Sobre Lias is a singular limited production Verdejo made from a rigorous selection of grapes, seeking to achieve the greatest expression of the Verdejo variety by ageing on its own lees to enhance the expressiveness of the wine. Complex on the nose, with hints of white fruit and aromatic heRegular Price£18.85Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£14.14 -
Country: New Zealand, MarlboroughGrapes: Sauvignon BlancABV: 13%Style: Aromatic Floral White90 Points / Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards. The L5 Block is situated in a very exposed area right on the coastline of Yealands Seaview Vineyard, Awatere Valley. It is the coolest, most extreme site on the vineyard and the subsequent wine reflects this terroir - mineral, salty, crushed oyster shell and wet stone are just a few of the flavours that characterise this unique wine. The ripe fruit was de-stemmed, chilled and gently pressed off to settle in a small stainless steel tank for 4Regular Price£18.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£14.22 -
Country: Australia, VictoriaGrapes: ChardonnayABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Fruity WhiteA medium bodied Chardonnay (with a dash of Sauvignon Blanc) with flavours of fresh nectarine, grapefruit and pear, with a soft, creamy palate complimented by textural oak. Fowles Wine vineyards are situated on a similar latitude to renowned wine regions like Gisborne in New Zealand, Sonoma and Napa Valleys in the USA, Mendoza in Argentina, Sicily in Italy, and Jerez in Spain and as the southernmost and coolest state on mainland Australia and has gained fame for its diverse wine regions and refreRegular Price£18.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£14.22 -
Country: France, BurgundyGrapes: AligoteABV: 12%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteBourgogne Aligoté an can be produced throughout Burgundy. Domaine Albert Bichot prefer to use fruit that’s gives its wines the freshness and minerality that makes Bourgogne Aligote such an interesting wine. Their wines are produced from selected vineyards in Auxere, the Côte Chalonnaise and the Hautes Côtes de Beaune and Nuits and the grapes are hand picked. The wines is made in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks to preserve it freshness and bite, and are given 8 months ageing on their -
Country: Italy, SardiniaGrapes: VermentinoABV: 14%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteBorn from a shared passion for wine and a touch of Sardinian wisdom, Sabresenò—meaning "don’t be in a hurry" in the local dialect—embodies a philosophy of patience and care in winemaking. This ethos shines in their debut wine, Argeste, named after the powerful Mistral wind that sweeps across Gallura. As Sardinia’s only DOCG wine, Argeste Vermentino di Gallura Superiore is a true labour of love. Crafted with perseverance, dedication, and a fair share of sacrifices (not to mention the wine-stretchRegular Price£19.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£14.97 -
Country: Spain, GaliciaGrapes: AlbarinoABV: 12.5%Style: Dry Refreshing White90 Points - Decanter World Wine Awards. The iconic Mar de Frades Albariño is the pure expression of the unique characteristics of the Albariño grape variety, whilst reflecting the importance of the nearby Atlantic Ocean. Lively and intense aromas reveal juicy pear and apricot, white gardenia flowers, and hints of tropical lychee and pineapple, with a lovely delicate streak of salinity. Vivino rating: 4.1 (July 2024) Wine Press Ratings 90 Points (2023) - Decanter World Wine Awards "Elegant herbacRegular Price£19.95Christmas Special£16.99 -
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, ProvenceGrapes: RolleABV: 13.5%Style: Dry Refreshing WhiteLight, fruity, delicious and accessible, Cuvee Irresistible lives up to its name and is to be enjoyed with friends. A beautiful lemon yellow colour, this wine combines minerality with aromas of white-fleshed fruits on the nose. On the palate, lemony notes precede an elegant, slightly saline finish. Provence in a glass, from the largest Cru Classé Côtes de Provence. Blend: Rolle 60% | Sémillon 20% | Clairette 20% Taste A beautiful lemon yellow colour, this wine combines minerality with aromas ofRegular Price£20.95Boxing Day Sale - 25% off£15.72