Special Occasion Wines

Special Occasion Wines

Our special occassion wines collection combines a range of exceptional wines that offer outstanding value for money.  Our mission is to make affordable fine wines accessible to all.  By working with producers and seeking out the hidden wine gems in famous regions such as Bordeaux, Burgundy and Rioja we can offer you fine wines that offer great value for money.

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  • Vegan
    Country: Portugal, Douro
    Grapes: Touriga Nacional
    ABV: 14.5%
    Style: Rich Full Red
    Roquette & 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. Vivin
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  • Award winning
    Wine 91 Point Rating
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    Country: South Africa, Stellenbosch
    Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
    ABV: 14.5%
    Style: Savoury Classic Red
    91 Points / Silver Medal - IWSC. The Morgenster Lourens River Valley is an exquisite wine artfully crafted from classical varietals, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Inspired by the Bordeaux style, the winemakers set themselves apart by choosing extended ageing, which elevates the wine's complexity. On the palate, a harmonious blend of cassis and raspberry fruit flavours mingles seamlessly with impeccably balanced cedar oak, while a subtle undercurrent of smoke and s
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    Country: France, Burgundy
    Grapes: Chardonnay
    ABV: 12.5%
    Style: Rich Fruity White
    Château des Correaux’s Saint Veran is made from grapes drawn from the domaine’s own superb vineyards. Saint Veran's wines rarely fetch the high prices of its more fashionable neighbours making wines like this a rare Burgundy bargain. Château des Correaux’s approach to winemaking blends tradition with innovation. Most of the work is done in the vineyard following sustainable practices while intervention in the winery is kept to a minimum. Winemaker Germain Bernard wants his vines to speak for the
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  • Wine 94 Point Rating
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    Country: France, Burgundy
    Grapes: Chardonnay
    ABV: 12.5%
    Style: Rich Fruity White
    94 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
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  • Award winning
    Wine 91 Point Rating
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    Country: South Africa, Stellenbosch
    Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
    ABV: 14.5%
    Style: Savoury Classic Red
    91 Points / Silver Medal - IWSC. The Morgenster Lourens River Valley is an exquisite wine artfully crafted from classical varietals, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Inspired by the Bordeaux style, the winemakers set themselves apart by choosing extended ageing, which elevates the wine's complexity. On the palate, a harmonious blend of cassis and raspberry fruit flavours mingles seamlessly with impeccably balanced cedar oak, while a subtle undercurrent of smoke and s
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  • Country: South Africa, Stellenbosch
    Grapes: Pinotage
    ABV: 14%
    Style: Rich Full Red
    A blend of 89% Pinotage and 11% Cabernet Sauvignon selected from prime, cool vineyard sites in Firgrove, Helderberg and Simonsberg, the Grangehurst 2012 is one of the best they have ever produced. To gain the perfect balance between extraction and refinement, the crushed grapes were left on their skins for 7 days. Hand-punching down was practised which goes some way to accounting for the exceptional colour, rounded tannins and amazing array of flavours. Following a temperature-controlled ferment
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    Wine 94 Point Rating
    Country: Argentina, Mendoza
    Grapes: Cabernet Franc
    ABV: 13.4%
    Style: Rich Full Red
    94 Points - Tim Atkin MW. There were only 5,000 bottles produced of this un-oaked Cabernet Franc, from vineyards situated at over 1,000 metres high. Highly praised by the International Wine Press, this is a medium bodied wine, with a wonderful complexity of herbaceous and dark fruit notes, firm tannins and a fresh acidity. Wine Press Ratings 94 Points - Tim Atkin MW (2022) Taste Refreshing, medium-bodied with firm tannins and grains and fresh acidity. Subtle, herbaceous, layered and well balance
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  • Organic
    Wine 95 Point Rating
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    Country: New Zealand, Marlborough
    Grapes: Riesling
    ABV: 11.5%
    Style: Aromatic Floral White
    95 Points - New Zealand Wine Rater. A beautiful Mosel like Riesling from a producer who carefully select fruit from Marlborough's top organic single vineyards to produce wines of great elegance and complexity. Expect aromas of lemon, gala apple, Roses lime juice and a hint of manuka honey. A compelling, finely balanced wine with impressive concentration and texture, delicate, tangy acidity and a fine, lingering finish. Wine Press Ratings 95 Points - New Zealand Wine Rater (2020) "Wonderfully pur
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  • Country: Italy, Tuscany
    Grapes: Sangiovese
    ABV: 14.5%
    Style: Smooth Fruity Red
    Rosso di Montalcino, Brunello's baby brother was designated in 1984 from the same area as Brunello, but to allow the inclusion of younger grapes. 100% Sangiovese, this Rosso from the esteemed Tuscan producer Argiano, is a lovely fresh and approachable wine with classic Sangiovese cherry notes and a refreshing streak of acidity. Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - WineCritics.com (2021) "Slightly opaque on the nose showing notes of mixed tea leaves, coriander, juniper berries, black prunes, sandalwood
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  • Vegan
    Wine 93 Point Rating
    Country: Spain, Rioja
    Grapes: Grenache
    ABV: 14%
    Style: Smooth Fruity Red
    93 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 the
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  • Master Sommelier Collection
    Country: France, Rhone Valley
    Grapes: Marsanne
    ABV: 13.5%
    Style: Rich Fruity White
    Saint Péray, was described by Decanter Magazine's Andrew Jefford, as "now one of the most exciting zones in France." The most southerly appellation in the Northern Rhône, Saint-Péray was originally an appellation making traditional method sparkling wines to rival those of Champagne. Once highly praised but often forgotten, Saint-Péray is making a come back in recent times with still whites made of Marsanne and Roussanne. This 100% Marsanne from Domaine De Boisseyt is an unctuous full bodied ston
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  • Award winning
    Wine 94 Point Rating
    Vivino 4+
    Country: Argentina, Mendoza
    Grapes: Cabernet Franc
    ABV: 13.5%
    Style: Rich Full Red
    94 Points - Descorchados. The El Enemigo Cabernet Franc 2019 is a wonderfully exuberant wine that demonstrates how fine Argentinean Cabernet Franc can be. The brainchild of Adrianna Catena and soils engineer Alejandro Vigil, the winery is in Argentina’s wine capital, Mendoza. The El Enemigo wines are made from the grapes cultivated in the region from the vineyards of Tupungato on deep calcareous and rocky soils. To preserve the grape’s vital character, only natural yeasts are used in fermentatio
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  • Vegan
    Wine 91 Point Rating
    Country: Italy, Veneto
    Grapes: Garganega
    ABV: 12%
    Style: Dry Refreshing White
    This Soave Vintage from Bertani is delicious white with a great personality and complexity, it goes well with flavoursome white meats and intensely-flavoured fish dishes such as creamed salted codfish. It combines both classic & modern techniques. The wine is made from two harvests, one in September and one in October. The first harvest is fermented with no skin contact, the second harvest is of overly ripe grapes and is then fermented with the skins. The resulting colour is slightly more in
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  • Country: France, Rhone Valley
    Grapes: Marsanne, Roussanne
    ABV: 14%
    Style: Rich Fruity White
    A 50/50 blend of Marsanne and Roussane from 25 year old vines in the commune of Chavanay, this white Saint-Joseph is hand harvested and fermented using indigenous yeasts. Full-bodied but yet still delicate this is a fantastic food lovers wine.  About the Producer The first mention of Domaine De Boisseyt 'Viniblio de Boissie' dates back to the 14th Century, however, it is more recently! after the French Revolution in 1797 that Domaine De Boisseyt was formed. Family run for six generations by the
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  • Country: France, Provence
    Grapes: Rolle
    ABV: 13.5%
    Style: Rich Fruity White
    The Domaine de La Croix vineyard, the largest of the Crus Classés Côtes de Provence, and 1 of only 18, enjoys a geographical location by the sea with an exceptional microclimate. Cuvee Éloge is a delicate and distinguished white with a beautiful fruity expression of citrus zest, along with a fine, chiseled mineral texture. On the palate, hints of mango and freshness capturing the spectacular terroir. Taste A brilliant, pale yellow colour, this wine presents an elegant nose with notes of white fl
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  • Country: France, Provence
    Grapes: Syrah / Shiraz
    ABV: 14%
    Style: Smooth Fruity Red
    The Domaine de La Croix vineyard, the largest of the Crus Classés Côtes de Provence, and 1 of only 18, enjoys a geographical location by the sea with an exceptional microclimate. Cuvee Éloge has a beautiful maturity in its aromas of blueberries, blackcurrants, and a hint of spice. On the palate, the tannins express themselves with elegance, accompanied by notes of pepper and black olive. The finish is long and persistent, capturing the origin and beauty of its terroir. Blend: Syrah 85% | Mourvèd
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  • Award winning
    Wine 94 Point Rating
    Country: Spain, Sierra de Salamanca
    Grapes: Rufete
    ABV: 14%
    Style: Smooth Fruity Red
    94 Points ABC Wine Guide - Double Gold Vinduero-Vindouro International Competition 2019. The flagship wine of Vinos La Zorra, Ituero is a 100% varietal wine using the rare Rufete grape, championed by La Zorra. The grapes are sourced from the Ituero vineyard, which has an altitude of 890 meters (essential in warmer climates to maintain freshness) and was planted back in 1930. Careful selection of the delicate grapes, fermentation in used French oak barrels and extended bottle ageing before releas
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  • Wine 90 Point Rating
    Country: France, Burgundy
    Grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
    ABV: 12%
    Style: Crisp Classic Sparkling
    90 Points - Decanter. The Albert Bichot Cremant de Bourgogne Brut Reserve is a seriously impressive sparkling wine. It’s made from 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay from fruit grown in Burgundy’s southern Cotes Chalonnaise and Cote Maconnais regions. Produced using the champagne-style methode traditionnelle which involves a secondary fermentation in the bottle after which it rests for 18 months before release. With 10% of the wine being given 6 months of oak-ageing and with 15% reserve wines bei
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    Country: France, Burgundy
    Grapes: Chardonnay
    ABV: 12.5%
    Style: Rich Fruity White
    Château des Correaux’s Saint Veran is made from grapes drawn from the domaine’s own superb vineyards. Saint Veran's wines rarely fetch the high prices of its more fashionable neighbours making wines like this a rare Burgundy bargain. Château des Correaux’s approach to winemaking blends tradition with innovation. Most of the work is done in the vineyard following sustainable practices while intervention in the winery is kept to a minimum. Winemaker Germain Bernard wants his vines to speak for the
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  • Country: France, Loire Valley
    Grapes: Pinot Noir
    ABV: 13%
    Style: Ripe Fruity Rosé
    The Moulin des Vrilleres Sancerre Rosé is produced from 100% Pinot Noir grown on fine limestone and clay soils. The limestone imparts a wonderful minerality while the clay adds depth to the finished wine. It’s produced using the saignée method whereby the skins ‘bleed’ a little colour into the wine over a period of around 12 hours. Fermentation temperatures are kept low to protect the delicate aromas, and it's bottled in the spring to capture its vibrancy. Taste Beautiful smoked salmon pink, the
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  • Wine 94 Point Rating
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    Country: France, Burgundy
    Grapes: Chardonnay
    ABV: 12.5%
    Style: Rich Fruity White
    94 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
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  • Country: France, Provence
    Grapes: Grenache
    ABV: 13.5%
    Style: Elegant Crisp Rosé
    The Domaine de La Croix vineyard, the largest of the Crus Classés Côtes de Provence, and 1 of only 18, enjoys a geographical location by the sea with an exceptional microclimate. Cuvee Éloge is a delicate and distinguished rosé with a very pale pink colour. This wine presents an expressive nose, offering notes of red fruits and vineyard peach. On the palate, it is round and generous, with a slightly savoury finish that captures the origin and beauty of its terroir. Blend: Grenache 70% | Cinsault
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  • Wine 90 Point Rating
    Vivino 4+
    Country: South Africa, Western Cape
    Grapes: Syrah / Shiraz
    ABV: 13%
    Style: Smooth Fruity Red
    Decanter World Wine Awards: 2019 – 90 Points. The grapes for 'The Graduate' are sourced from a single Syrah block in the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde, overlooking the coast. Enjoying the cool sea breeze, this limited production (only 3000 bottles) Syrah is a hand crafted, premium wine from a Wine Maker dedicated to quality and refinement.  Vivino Rating: 4.0 (Oct 2024) Awards National Wine Challenge (Top 100): 2019 – Double Silver (2019) Decanter World Wine Awards: 2019 – 90 points (2019) About the Pro
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  • Country: Canada, Niagara Peninsula
    Grapes: Riesling
    ABV: 9.2%
    Style: Sweet and Fortified
    The unique climate of the Niagara Peninsula allows for this harmonious combination of luscious fruit, refreshing acidity and complexity, with the end result being a truly hedonistic wine. Taste Aromas of elderflower cordial are predominant in this exquisitely made dessert wine, whilst also possessing a rich viscosity and flavours of caramelized pineapple. The finish on the wine is full and well-rounded with a distinctive character of creamy and rich peach melba. Nectar in a glass. Awards/Press A
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  • Organic
    Country: France, Languedoc-Roussillon
    Grapes: Carignan
    ABV: 13.5%
    Style: Smooth Fruity Red
    'Vol de Nuit' is a pure expression of the Carignan grape variety from a selection of 3 very old parcels of vines dating back to 1900. The result is a wine with a very deep colour and an explosion of fruit, black cherry and spice. Simply wonderful!  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, the fortunes of the estate have waxed and waned over the ensuing 200 years. W
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    Wine 92 Point Rating
    Country: France, Provence
    Grapes: Cinsault
    ABV: 13%
    Style: Rich Complex Rosé
    92 Points - Wine Enthusiast - Gold Medal Winner - Concours des Grands Vins de Macon. This delicious fine and delicate Côtes de Provence Rosé is made mainly from the local Provençal grape variety Tibouren, together with some Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan and Mourvèdre. The grapes are harvested at night and taken to their state-of-the-art winery where the fermentation and maturation take place in stainless steel tanks. The 2021 is magnificent; very classy indeed.  Taste 92 Points - Wine E
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  • Country: France, Bordeaux, Saint Emilion
    Grapes: Merlot
    ABV: 13.5%
    Style: Savoury Classic Red
    Château Haut-Boutisse is one of the wines of Château Palais Cardinal, a family property that has existed since the middle of the 19th century and neighbour to the Grand Cru Classé Château Monbousquet. An average vine age of over 40 years and from the fabulous 202 vintage gives a wine full of concentration, structure and classic Saint-Émilion traits.  Taste Nose of coffee and plum with some velvety tannins on the palate. A wine full of charm and surprises brought by the vintage. Wine Press / Awa
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    Wine 92 Point Rating
    Country: Australia, New South Wales
    Grapes: Fiano
    ABV: 12.3%
    Style: Rich Fruity White
    92 Points - The Wine Front / Halliday 5 Red Star Winery. A limited release Fiano from Briar Ridge winery, this wine is made in the traditional style displaying aromatic notes of honeysuckle and orange blossom. The intensely flavoured palate shows ginger spice, Nashi pear and subtle nutty characters combined with a rich and textured mid palate. The traditional style adding the acid line providing length and a crisp, persistent finish. Wine Press Ratings / Awards Halliday 5 Red Star Winery "Outsta
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