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Wine Heroes

This page is dedicated to our wine heroes – the wines, winery, winemakers that have shaped our vinous journey over the past 20 years.
We followed, bought and collected all the wines that feature on this page for many years and their quality vintage upon vintage is without question.
In short, these are the wines we drink, and we hope you will love them as much as we do.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/2017-syrah-g-p-s-series-kershaw/">2019 Syrah ‘G.P.S Series’, Kershaw</a> Wine Republic Heros White Wine

    2019 Syrah ‘G.P.S Series’, Kershaw

    £4750

    An outstanding Syrah and easily one of South Africas best examples.

    It is restrained, yet with intent and subtle power, wines from this vineyard are characterised by piercing black pepper flavours and powdery tannins complete with rich textures and a prodigious breadth of black-orientated fruit.  The 2019 shows a mid-ruby colour, a nose heady with aromas of black pepper, cinnamon stick, star anise and black cherry panna cotta.  Succulent in texture, this medium-bodied Syrah is voluminous with a core of juicy Morello cherries, liquorice and molasses complexed with gorse bush, baked plums, bay leaf and angostura bitters underpinned with fine grippy tannins and a long lush finish.

    The G.P.S. (Grape Positioning System) series is made from exciting small parcels of fruit selected from carefully chosen vineyards outside the Elgin Valley. The grapes for this wine come from the Klein River ward, which is one of the smallest wine wards in South Africa. Almost 20 years ago, the first Syrah vines were planted in an area that has traditionally been used for sheep and wheat farming. Three hectares were set aside for Syrah, on shale-derived Glenrosa soil. These soils are normally the hallmark of warmer areas, but these vines nestle against the Klein River Mountain range, which combined with the nearby Akkedis Valley, provide a portal through which the cool sea breezes from the Walker Bay penetrate, creating a mild meso-climate in summer.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/2018-moppa-springs-grenache-mataro-shiraz-rockford/">2020 Moppa Springs Grenache-Mataro-Shiraz, Rockford</a> Wine Republic Heros Red Wine

    2020 Moppa Springs Grenache-Mataro-Shiraz, Rockford

    £4800

    A stupendous blend of Grenache, Mataro and Shiraz is elegant and restrained with a subtle note of vanilla and pretty floral notes.  The Grenache supplies tangy sour cherry to this blend whilst Mataro offers a savoury cocoa note and Shiraz holds it all together with a backbone of fine tannins and a touch of brambly fruit.

    Moppa Springs, Ebenezer, and Kalimna, are some of the driest areas in the Barossa. This hard country is cold, wet and frosty during pruning, then hot, dry and dusty during harvest. These are the kind of tough conditions that ensure Grenache, Mataro, and Shiraz give their best.

    The grapes are hand-forked into Rockford’s famed 1880’s Bagshaw de-stemmer, open-fermented and then gently basket pressed. All of the components for Moppa Springs are aged separately in a combination of seasoned American and French oak hogsheads and large vats to allow the tannins to soften and colours and flavours to consolidate.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/2018-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-talbott/">2018 Estate Grown Pinot Noir, Sleepy Hollow Vineyard, Talbott</a> Wine Republic Heros Red Wine

    2018 Estate Grown Pinot Noir, Sleepy Hollow Vineyard, Talbott

    £4800

    Talbott Vineyards is defined by its iconic Sleepy Hollow Vineyard, where the conditions are ideal for exceptional, cool-climate Pinot Noir. Located in the northern area of the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA in Monterey County, it has been designated one of California’s Grand Cru vineyards by Wine Enthusiast in 2016, for its ability to produce exceptional wines year after year. The vines were first planted in 1972 at an elevation of 168 metres and cover 228 hectares. Due to the proximity of the Pacific Ocean and the east-to-northeasterly exposure, cooling fog and frequent ocean breezes temper the warm sunshine, giving Sleepy Hollow one of the longest growing seasons in California and allowing each grape to develop concentrated flavours.

    This Pinot Noir offers a distinct earthiness, minerality with hints of nutmeg and clove mingling with notes of ripe black cherry, raspberry and vanilla bean to deliver a rich, mouth-filling texture through to a complex finish.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/2018-chardonnay-g-p-s-series-kershaw/">2018 Chardonnay ‘G.P.S Series’, Kershaw</a> Wine Republic Heros White Wine

    2018 Chardonnay ‘G.P.S Series’, Kershaw

    £4850

    Restraint, minerality, freshness of fruit and a chiselled edge reflect limestone’s soil properties. This 2018 reveals clean, bright aromas of lemon blossom, wet chalk and powdered stones. Penetrating intensity, animated acidity with a rich mid-palate weight; this wine has purity of fruit – orange peel, yellow cling peaches and grapefruit peel – with complexing oatmeal and lemon cream biscuits to crème fraiche textures and a long finish.   Only 2128 bottles were produced.

    The G.P.S. (Grape Positioning System) series is made from exciting small parcels of fruit selected from carefully chosen vineyards outside the Elgin Valley. The Chardonnay grapes come from a small parcel of vines which are grown as a single vineyard block in Lower Duivenhoks River district, in the Western Cape. The pure limestone soil is something of a rarity in the Western Cape; it is a soil in which Chardonnay flourishes and produces elegant, fresh wines. The Dijon clone CY95 vines thrive in this warm Mediterranean climate, which is tempered by the Atlantic Ocean and the nearby Duivenhoks River. The wide diurnal temperature ranges create a long hang time during which the grape cluster stays connected to its roots for longer, developing complex characteristics and achieving physiological ripeness more gradually, balanced by natural acidity.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/2019-brunello-di-montalcino-docg-banfi/">2019 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Banfi</a> Wine Republic Heros Red Wine

    2019 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Banfi

    £4895

    Brunello di Montalcino was Italy’s first wine to be accorded DOCG status, a testament to its aristocracy, balance and fabulous proclivity for aging.

    An intense and elegant Brunello.  On the nose, it is characterised by an intense bouquet with sweet notes of blackberry and blackcurrant, combined with floral hints of rose, which contribute freshness and vitality. The body is full and powerful. Soft, smooth tannins are well integrated with a marked acidity. A Brunello that represents the synthesis of power and depth.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/sotto-di-ferro-charles-melton/">Sotto di Ferro, Charles Melton</a> Wine Republic Heros Dessert Wine, Port & Dessert Wine

    Sotto di Ferro, Charles Melton

    £4900

    Charles Melton is the only Australian producer of a vin-santo styled dessert wine, he calls it, Sotto di Ferro.   Made from Pedro Ximenez and Muscadelle grapes that are hung and dried in bunches under the rafter of old iron sheds on the Melton property.   From the trickle of juice gathered from the shrivelled grapes comes this wine showing rich, luscious dried apricot and nut characters.  This is not a wine to rush.   Take your time and allow it to impress you with its sweet complexity that develops in the glass.

    For those interested in the winemaking process this from the winery:  Pedro Ximenez and Muscadelle bunches are carefully hand-picked and placed in small crates before being taken to our ‘hanging shed’. There, an experienced team tie six to eight bunches of grapes onto strings which are then suspended from the rafters for up to eight weeks.  The grapes dehydrate naturally as they are exposed to air, and when the team at Charles Melton Wines deems the grapes to be concentrated enough, the bunches will be pressed in a basket press. The juice is then yeasted and fermented in small 60-litre old oak casks known as ‘Caratelli’ for 18 months. After fermentation completes, the wine will remain in barrel for a further four years before it is bottled.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/2015-the-trouble-with-dreams-brut-sugrue-southdowns/">2020 ‘The Trouble with Dreams’ Brut, Sugrue South Downs</a> Wine Republic Heros Champagne & Sparkling Wine, English & Welsh Sparkling Wine, Sparkling

    2020 ‘The Trouble with Dreams’ Brut, Sugrue South Downs

    £4900

    The Trouble with Dreams is a classic blend of barrel-fermented Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, boasting great purity and elegance, with lemon and apple aromas leading to a palate of delicate stone fruit and refreshingly crisp acidity. This is long, complex and absolutely delicious.

    A portion of the fruit for this vintage was sourced from the Storrington Priory Vineyard. The majority of grapes came from the exceptional Mount Harry Vineyard near Lewes, in East Sussex. Both of the vineyards are located in Sussex, sitting above the 50th parallel and are influenced by a cool coastal climate. The vineyards have east and southeasterly aspects respectively, encouraging the maximum exposure to the sun, assisting ripening in this capricious climate. The soils are dominated by South Downs chalk, which provides superior drainage for the vines, as well as imparting great elegance and finesse to the wines.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/2020-grunlack-riesling-spatlese-schloss-johannisberg/">2023 Grunlack Riesling Spatlese, Schloss Johannisberg</a> Wine Republic Heros White Wine

    2023 Grunlack Riesling Spatlese, Schloss Johannisberg

    £4900

    The legendary Schloss Johannisberg is steeped in history. The vineyards were planted on the orders of the Roman Emperor Charlemagne. Planted solely with Riesling grapes in 1720, Schloss Johannisberg was the world’s first Riesling Estate and plays a significant part in wine history. It was here in 1775 that the Spätlese quality was discovered using late picked grapes suffering from “noble rot”. Following this discovery, in 1787 the estate gave Auslese, Beerenauslese and Trockenbeerenauslese to the wine world.

    This 2023 Grunlack (Green label) Riesling Spätlese opens in the glass with an exotic bouquet of orange peel, pineapple, and lime complemented by ripe, red apple and delicious mineral undertones. Initial sweetness is perfectly balanced by a juicy freshness on the palate and a delicately creamy finish.

    The south-facing vineyard is steep, with a gradient of 45° and climbs from 114 to 181 metres above sea level. The Riesling vines are grown in quartz stone from the Taunus hillsides interspersed with red clay and topped with loam and rich loss, which retains water and the heat of the day. This unique vineyard sees the 50° parallel run directly through the vineyard and the forest on the top of the Taunus hillsides protects the vines from cold winds. The vines produce limited yields and the grapes are carefully harvested by hand. Spätlese is translated as “late harvest”: the grapes are harvested at least seven days after the normal harvest, so they are riper, have higher sugar content and produce wines of greater intensity.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/cuvee-delos-blanc-de-blancs-grand-cru-champagne-pierre-moncuit/">Cuvée Delos Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, Champagne Pierre Moncuit</a> Champagne & Sparkling Wine

    Cuvée Delos Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, Champagne Pierre Moncuit

    £4900

    This extraordinary Grand Cru Blanc de Blanc Champagne is made by the Moncuit Family, an old estate that has been family-run since 1889 located in the Grand Cru village of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger in the Côte des Blancs. They have 20 hectares of excellently located vines under the guidance of talented winemaker Nicole Moncuit, who is always determined to pull the best out of the vintage with no single style.

    It is a very pure expression of Chardonnay with a palate that is delicate and refined with citrus fruit and yeasty notes.  This wine is aged between 5-10 years, and only released when ready to drink, It’s an unbelievable price for a quality Grand Cru Champagne!

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/2020-chardonnay-clonal-selection-kershaw/">2020 Chardonnay ‘Clonal Selection’, Kershaw</a> Wine Republic Heros White Wine

    2020 Chardonnay ‘Clonal Selection’, Kershaw

    £4950

    An exceptional Chardonnay from the amazing cool-climate region of Elgin.  Restrained, mineral style focussed on elegance with a white fruit character, some oatmeal and some complexity gained from percipient applied wood.  Only 15982 bottles and 70 Magnums.

    The grapes come from eight to 10 small parcels of vineyards in several locations in the Elgin Valley. Elgin is the coolest wine region in South Africa and is situated on an inland, hexagonal-shaped plateau, at an altitude of 300 metres. The region is surrounded by mountains and lies just over six miles from the Atlantic Ocean, which brings occasional sea-borne mists. February is the hottest month of the year, with daytime temperatures peaking at 23°C and night-time temperatures dipping to 14°C. The benefit of this cooler climate is that the grape cluster stays connected to its roots for longer, so it develops complex characteristics and achieves physiological ripeness more gradually, resulting in lower sugar levels and consequently lower alcohol levels.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/2021-rosso-di-montalcino-ignaccio-il-marroneto/">2021 Rosso di Montalcino ‘Ignaccio’, Il Marroneto</a> Wine Republic Heros Red Wine

    2021 Rosso di Montalcino ‘Ignaccio’, Il Marroneto

    £4950

    Il Marroneto produce some of the purest and most perfumed expressions of Sangiovese made anywhere. Part of the secret lies in their prime location within Brunello’s traditional top class territory, situated at 450m above sea level with a cool northern exposure. Combined with the much lauded talents of gifted winemaker Alessandro Mori, and it’s clear to see why Il Marroneto are so highly coveted by Montalcino fans worldwide.

    Alessandro Mori has always adopted a traditional approach, aiming for elegance and purity, without sacrificing depth or impact in his wines. Organic practices have been used in the vineyards since 1988, while natural fermentation occurs and there is neither fining nor filtration before bottling.

    Both the Brunello and the Rosso start their life back at the winery as Brunellos, but during their maturation journey, Alessandro will make the decision to ‘declassify’ several bottis, resulting in a small release of Rosso di Montalcino. Prior to fermentation, the grapes spend around 2 days in steel with regular stirring followed by a slow fermentation and maceration for 3 weeks. The fruit is moved into large Slavonian and French Botti for 24 months then racked off and left to settle in steel for a brief period before bottling and release into the market.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/2011-pinot-noir-museum-release-dog-point-vineyard/">2011 Pinot Noir ‘Museum Release’, Dog Point Vineyard</a> Wine Republic Heros Red Wine

    2011 Pinot Noir ‘Museum Release’, Dog Point Vineyard

    £4950

    Dog Point has since their first vintage in 2002, set aside a limited quantity of each vintage for later release, with this 2011 being the latest release from their museum.

    In its prime now this wonderful Marlborough Pinot Noir is a deep ruby in the glass, with aromas of spice and ripe red fruits imbued with hints of leather and mushroom, together with subtle spicy oak savouriness. On the palate, deliciously flavoured with intense red fruits, subtle sweetness and excellent balance. Well-integrated oak leads to a delicate lingering soft, supple finish.

    Dog Point Pinot is similar in production to some of the great houses of Burgundy and is made using 75% destemmed grapes and 25% whole bunches, which spends a total of 18 months in oak (30% new).

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/2022-estate-reserve-cuvee-blanc-lismore-estate-vineyards/">2022 Estate Reserve Cuvée Blanc, Lismore Estate Vineyards</a> Wine Republic Heros White Wine

    2022 Estate Reserve Cuvée Blanc, Lismore Estate Vineyards

    £4995

    Lismore Estate is based in Greyton within the Overberg region of the Western Cape of South Africa.  It’s here with the Sonderend mountains as a backdrop that winemaker & proprietor Samantha O’Keefe makes her fabulous wines.

    This incredible blend of Roussanne, Chardonnay and Viognier has fragrant aromas of yellow plum, spice and orange blossom that lead to a beautifully balanced palate, with crisp acidity, saline mineral notes and a lemongrass embroidered finish.

    The grapes come from the Greyton ward in the Western Cape, which has been designated by SAWIS in recognition of the special terroir of this region. The vineyards are planted on steep slopes in decomposed shale over clay at 300 metres above sea level, in the foothills of the Sonderend Mountain Range. Here the climate plays an important role: the low mean February temperature lends to an extended ripening period that results in a harvest that takes place three to four weeks later than traditional wine growing regions in South Africa. The Cuvée Blanc is a blend of 90% Roussanne, 5% Viognier, 5% Chardonnay; the Roussanne vines were grafted onto the trunks following the estate fire which destroyed vines in 2019. The roots are from 2016 and are planted on the coolest slope on the farm, which makes it the last variety to be picked. The intense citrus notes and the lingering finish are consistent hallmarks of Lismore’s specific terroir.

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  • <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/nv-rose-1er-cru-gaston-chiquet/">Champagne Rosé 1er Cru, Champagne Gaston Chiquet</a> Wine Republic Heros Champagne & Sparkling Wine

    Champagne Rosé 1er Cru, Champagne Gaston Chiquet

    £4995

    Champagne Gaston Chiquet is one of finest grower estates in the Grand Vallée de la Marne.  Chiquet’s wines combine a generous depth of fruit with a pronounced character of place — if you want to know what the wines of the Grande Vallée should feel like, these are an excellent introduction.

    With a luminous pink-orange hue, the Gaston Chiquet Rosé 1er Cru is an elegant Champagne produced from a blend of 40% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Meunier and 30% Pinot Noir. Gaston Chiquet has been run by eight generations of the Chiquet family. Currently, the two brothers Antoine and Nicolas assure continuity while respecting their ancestral roots.

    In the glass it has aromas of fresh peach, red berries, mint, green apples, rhubarb and pastry cream. On the palate, it’s medium to full-bodied, crisp and fleshy, with a charming core of fruit, racy acids and a lingering, flavourful finish.

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  • Offer <a href="https://wine-republic.co.uk/product/esprit-nature-champagne-henri-giraud/">Esprit Nature, Champagne Henri Giraud</a> Wine Republic Heros Champagne & Sparkling Wine

    Esprit Nature, Champagne Henri Giraud

    Original price was: £6300.Current price is: £4995. 21% saving

    Esprit Nature is Champagne Henri Giraud’s compelling expression of Grand Cru terroir from the historic village of Aÿ, seamlessly merging nature, craftsmanship, and innovation. This cuvée embodies the house’s forward-looking philosophy: a return to nature through minimal intervention, with a focus on sustainability, transparency, and pure expression of the land. Esprit Nature is both a statement of intent and a celebration of Champagne’s ancestral viticultural wisdom.

    In the glass, Esprit Nature reveals a luminous golden hue with fine, persistent bubbles. The nose is pure and expressive, opening with aromas of fresh pear, white peach, citrus blossom, and grated ginger, followed by subtle notes of toasted hazelnut, wild herbs, and chalky minerality. On the palate, it is crystalline and energetic, showcasing crisp orchard fruit, hints of lemon zest, and a gentle touch of spiced brioche from oak ageing. The texture is silky, yet driven by a lively acidity and precise chalky grip, leading to a long, dry, and refreshing finish.

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