37.5cl half-bottle
Musar has assumed legendary status. Complex, long-lived and endlessly varied, in some vintages it seems more like a Burgundy, in others a Bordeaux, in still others a Hermitage. But it is always brilliantly, uniquely, Lebanese.
From the south-facing Bidode parcel near the village of Pupillin, this elegant Chardonnay is produced from 60 year old vines that are hand-harvested.
Chardonnay may be Burgundy's superstar but take note of the revival of Aligoté. It's often under-appreciated and can therefore provide incredible value from even the top producers. Romaric's wines have long been at the core of Roberson's range and his status grows year on year. 'Les Maréchaux', located in Meursault is a new parcel of Aligoté recently acquired by the Domaine after the 'Petits Poiriers' vines were replaced.
A 75cl bottle of Lirac Le Sablon 2018 by Chateau de Trinquevedel. A red wine from Lirac in the Rhône region of France. A blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre.
Just south of Perugia, in the geographical heart of Italy, lies the DOC of Montefalco. It’s here where you’ll find some of the most delightful Italian wines. With just a splash of Sagrantino, this Sangiovese led blend has a deeper colour, more tannin, and fuller savoury flavours compared with its Tuscan cousins.
From dynamic father-son duo Jean-Paul and Charly Thevenet, this cru Beaujolais is bursting with juicy red fruits and blackberry compote. At first what appears to be easy drinking rounds out with spices, herbs and a surprising complexity that perfectly complements a wine so light on its feet.
A truly captivating blend of 4 varietals grown from one of Stellenbosch's oldest single vineyards. Highly perfumed in the glass with layers of floral & tropical fruit notes. Roussanne and Viognier add richness and texture, while Chenin Blanc and Verdelho add bright fruit and acidity. The wine is delicately oaked, and handled as carefully and naturally as possible. A true delight that is consistently among the best received South African white wines.
From Julien Sunier, Beaujolais' most exciting young producer, comes this epic Beaujolais-Villages. Made with old vine Gamay grown in some of the region's best sites, but labelled as Beaujolais-Villages and sold at a superb price. This wine is naturally made, not using any sulphur during vilification or bottling.
After mastering Provençal Rosé, Cédric Bourez along with his family started the quest for a characterful estate. One with a natural richness of terroir with a diverse soil profile. They fell in love with Anjou, with incredible old plots of Chenin Blanc, in the best orientation, facing the Layon river. The vines are rooted in volcanic rock called “Spilite” giving the wines soul and elegant nuances.
Camille Schaller is a young winemaker joining the new wave of producers making exceptional quality Chablis from their family vineyards. His Chablis comes from 30 year old Chardonnay vineyards, all sustainable, planted on the best Clay and Limestone soils around the village of Préhy and Chablis. The soil brings exceptional finesse, minerality and purity to the wines.
This Chianti Riserva is a step up in quality from the already excellent Chianti Classico. Excellent grapes and the winemaking skills of Castelli di Querceto yields a wine that at this price is an astonishing bargain.
Once the pride of Savoie, the Bergeron grape, known elsewhere as Roussanne, suffered a decline into obscurity after a phylloxera outbreak. But its story didn't end there. Revived in the 1970s by the passionate André Quenard, who saw its potential, Bergeron was nurtured back to prominence on the steep limestone slopes of Savoie. Here, the grape's full ripeness was achieved, allowing its unique qualities to shine. Les Roches Blanches, a medium-bodied white, encapsulates this remarkable revival. Unlike anything from its Rhône cousins, it offers a racy yet flavourful experience with notes of peaches, honey, and pine resin. Its cooler, alpine climate adds a refreshing twist, making it a must-try for those looking to explore a wine with a true comeback story.
A robust blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, showcasing jammy fruits and earthy undertones, complete with a hint of cocoa and vanilla. Emphasizing both organic and biodynamic practices, this Washington State wine presents a complex, rustic structure that excels with red meats and full-flavoured cheese dishes.
This isn’t just another Pinot Noir; it's a labour of love and arguably the most challenging wine to craft in the UK. Its delicately extracted and beautifully light. A brilliant summer red.
Produced from the single vineyard, 'Hermanschachern', which mirrors the soils of Chablis; rich in ancient fossils and oyster shells. Full-bodied, with great acidity, this excellently shows site definition. This is a Grand Cru of Austrian wines. The vineyard is now certified organic and suitable for vegans.
A 75cl bottle of Poysdorf Riesling 2020 by Ebner-Ebenauer. A white wine from Austria. Made from Riesling.
From Régnié, Beaujolais' newest Cru, Julien Sunier delivers a vibrant, complex wine. Highlighted by notes of blackberries, plums, figs, and a hint of florals, this wine comes from 60-year-old vines rooted in rose granite sands.
While we often associate rosé with Provence, Pinot Noir, given the right terroir, can yield some of the finest rosés out there, as seen in Sancerre. With a blend of limestone, terre blanche, and silex terrains, Morin's rosé is complex and versatile. The wine shines with wild fruit notes and hints of spice and pepper. Unlike its Provence counterparts, this rosé is drier and juicier with a lively acidity. Expect a crisp palate of firm wild berries, red cherries, raspberries, and a subtle green undertone.
Even if the ski season has (more or less) finished, there’s no reason not to enjoy this fruity, gamey and vibrant wine all year round. Mondeuse is an indigenous grape that will remind you of other cool grape varieties such as Gamay, Zweigelt or Schiopettino. Perfect for spring, the wine shows delicate notes of forest fruits - such as wild strawberries and raspberries – along with a hint of forest floor, held together with beautiful earthiness. Don’t hesitate to open it 30 minutes before pouring. You can serve it slightly chilled and it’ll go perfectly with a cheese and charcuterie style of dinner (or tartiflette, of course…). For my top suggestion, though, I think this Mondeuse would be perfect with a traditional “pate en croute” or game pie. Quite an undertaking to make at home but if you fancy having a go, look at the recipe from Jason Atherton, who serves it one of his best restaurants with different types of mustard and pickle - and also with fresh pink radish. A great combination of richness in the pie and acidity in the pickles to balance with the wine…just delightful.
In collaboration with Graham Tatomer London Cru have released a cool climate Californian Chardonnay in Santa Barbara. The vineyard site in Sierra Madre was hand selected by Graham and Alex and the wine made and bottled by Graham. The wine arrived in the UK and was brought straight to the London Cru winery for the much anticipated launch party.
"From a high-terraced slope above the Isère valley, Roussanne grown here gives a consistently fine, rich and complex wine. Honeyed and stony on the nose, it tastes unctuous, yet with balancing acidity and hints of apricot and saline character towards the finish. A lovely wine, which will develop more complexity with age." Wink Lorch, decanter.com, 94 pts
Natacha’s Crozes-Hermitage is dense and concentrated. But even with this concentration of fruit, she manages to maintain a beautiful balance. Lovely to drink now and will develop and improve with a bit of ageing. This is a textbook example of Northern Rhone Syrah.
The entry-level stablemate of Sassicaia, Le Difese was first produced in 2002 intended solely for the local market, but its success with international customers has seen production scaled up over time. Blended from Cabernet Sauvignon and Tuscan native Sangiovese, Le Difese has a clear personality with fragrant aromas, soft tannins, sweet ripe fruits. At home on the table with a variety of foods.
The three separate parcels of Grenache, Syrah and Carignan take up less than 1Ha of land. This small production of wine is surprising and ever so interesting, remaining lively yet still displaying developed aromatics.
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