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• White Wine

  2019 Linda Vista Chardonnay, Matthiasson

  £3750

  Steve Matthiasson is a bit of a legend in Napa Valley and this wine is made from the Linda Vista Vineyard in the Oak Knoll region of Napa Valley.  Oak Knoll is regarded as one of the classic Chardonnay spots in Napa as the cool winds and clay soils preserve zesty acidity and freshness, while the Napa sun provides richness and ripeness.

  Steve leased the vineyard in 2011 and set about making a classic Napa Chardonnay.  To get complexity, completeness and balance in his Chardonnay, Steve harvests grapes a number of different times during the ripening period to achieve a diversity of ripeness, the earlier harvests contribute acidity and minerality, and the later harvests contribute flesh and richness.

  This 2019 Linda Vista Chardonnay has an exotic nose of Golden Delicious apples, yellow peaches, musk melon and honey that leads through to the palate. The medium acidity is balanced by pleasant fleshiness, finishing very clean with a hint of minerality. Refreshing and with moderate alcohol, this wine is all about pleasure, begging to be drunk up, with some oysters or a roast chicken and a big smile.

   

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• Red Wine

  2013 Eileen Hardy Pinot Noir, Hardys

  £3750

  This fabulous Pinot Noir from Hardy’s is at its absolute peak now and is an incredible glass of wine.   Medium red in colour with vibrant hues with a perfumed, rich and complex nose full of star anise spice and red fruit intermingled with black cherry, blueberry, plum and harmonious oak influence. The use of whole bunches in the press adds subtle complexity.  The palate is a mirror image of the bouquet: this wine has a superb length of flavour, a wonderful sweet fruit overlay, mineral acid drive and silky fine tannins.

  This really is worthy of your time!

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• White Wine

  2021 Ovilos, Biblia Chora

  £3750

  Biblia Chora is one of the newest estates on the Greek scene.  Evangelos Geravassiliou and Vassilis Tsaktsalis are two of the best white winemakers in Greece.  The vineyards are based in Kavala, the second-largest city in the north of Greece, where the excellent soil and microclimate provide long growing seasons. They make cutting edge, world-class wines. 

  This 2021 is a blend of 50% Semillon and 50% Assyrtiko grapes.   The distinctive and characteristic aromas of apricot and honey from the Semillon blend perfectly with the citrus and lemon notes from the Assyrtiko, with nuances of vanilla and nutty hints adding complexity. Elegant, with a creamy texture, this stylish wine is beautifully balanced by refreshing palate which leads to a long finish.

  Located in the coastal region of Pangeon, Biblia Chora’s privately owned estate vineyard is situated at 380 metres altitude and extends over 78 hectares. With the striking Pangeon Mountain as the backdrop and the sea breeze coming from the Aegean Sea in front the estate, the vines thrive in this mild, Mediterranean climate which is characterised by mild winters and cool summers. The wide diurnal temperature range encourages a long, slow maturation of the grapes, concentrating the flavours in the berries. The vineyard is cultivated according to strict ecological agricultural standards in order to respect the environment and local flora and fauna.

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• White Wine

  2021 Estate Chardonnay Sleepy Hollow Vineyard, Talbott

  £3750

  Talbott Vineyards is defined by its iconic Sleepy Hollow Vineyard, where the conditions are ideal for exceptional, cool-climate Chardonnay.  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.

  A bright, elegant Chardonnay, with aromas of Pink Lady apple, juicy pineapple, pear and caramelised brown sugar. Unctuous and opulent on the palate, with refreshing acidity offering beautiful balance to the ripe tropical fruit.

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• Red Wine

  2018 Cabernet Franc Mini Ediciones, Finca Decero

  £3775

  Finca Decero is a world-class wine producer located in the Agrelo sub-appellation of Luján de Cuyo in the northwestern part of the province of Mendoza.  Their famed Remolinos Vineyard derives its name from the little whirlwind spiral formations of soil which form in the afternoon as the gentle wind lifts the dry soil from the paths of the vineyard into swaying ‘dust devils’.  This natural phenomenon draws the attention of our overly protective Lechuza owls in the vineyard who sometimes take flight seemingly to chase them away!

  2018 is a stellar vintage in Mendoza and will be long remembered.

  The 2018 Decero Mini Ediciones Cabernet Franc is one of their ‘rare varieties & limited edition’ wines. Of this vintage, only 7,192 bottles were made. The wine shows nuances of pepper, graphite and plum notes with fresh aromatics and taut acidity resulting in a well-structured, elegant Cabernet Franc with great potential for ageing.

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• Champagne & Sparkling Wine, Dessert Wine, English & Welsh Sparkling Wine

  MV Cuvee Chérie Demi Sec, Nyetimber

  £3795

  A unique English dessert sparkling wine.

  Light golden hues illuminate this delicately effervescent wine. Aromas of pure lemon and Acacia honey are followed by a hint of tangerine. The palate of lemon curd is balanced by crisp acidity and a clean, pure structure.

  With a silky texture and refined decadent feel, this is the perfect partner for creamy desserts. At only 12% abv it would also make a wonderfully risqué accompaniment to high tea.

   

   

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• White Wine

  2005 Grésy Chardonnay Langhe DOC, Marchesi di Grésy

  £3795

  Piemonte produces some of the finest, most Burgundian, examples of Chardonnay in Italy. This is one of the best – a complex barrel-aged style, and one of Italy’s finest examples of the grape. The Chardonnay grapes are sourced from two parcels of vines. One is in Barbaresco, just below Martinenga, facing south-west at an altitude of 230m. The second is on the north-east side of Monte Aribaldo in the commune of Treiso, 370 metres above sea level.

  This delicious 2005 Chardonnay shows mouth-watering notes of citrus curd and a burst of fresh white flowers. The palate was sophisticated mineral and citrus flavours leading through to delicate honeysuckle on the finish.  The wine sees new French oak for 22 months.

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  Cork Pops Legacy Wine Opener + 2 Refills

  £3795

  The Cork Pops Legacy Wine Opener is a wine opener that puts fun into and effort out of removing the cork from a bottle of wine.

  The Cork Pops Legacy Wine Opener uses a low-pressure inert gas cartridge to gently pop the cork from a wine bottle without affecting the taste of the wine or harming the environment.   Simply insert the needle straight down through the cork, press once and the cork pops out.  Sold with a full cartridge that is good for 60-80 bottles.   This pack also comes with 2 refills enough for another 120-160 openings.

  It also has a 4 blade built in foil cutter, a patented cork ejection mechanism which forces the cork to the end of the needle so you never have to reach toward an exposed needle, the needle is coated with graphite to more easily pierce synthetic or composite closures.
  Made in United States of America.

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• Red Wine

  2017 Chorey-Les-Beaune ‘Les Beaumonts’, Domaine Michel Mallard

  £3795

  The father and son team of Patrick and Michel Mallard jointly run the estate, which is named for Michel’s grandfather.  Michel is the winemaker and is regarded as having one of the best domaines in Ladoix, he is also the winemaker for the revered Domaine d’Eugénie in Vosne-Romanée.

  In the glass this 2017 Chorey-les-Beaune has aromas of Morello cherries, raspberry, blackberry and liquorice. In the mouth, it can be defined by its flexibility and its roundness. It tells a tale full of crisp freshness !   This Chorey-les-Beaune, is designed to be kept for many years, it is aged 12 months in 30% new wood casks (228L Burgundian tuns).

  This cuvée is produced at Les Beaumonts, which faces southeast overlooking the village of Chorey-les-Beaune. This parcel is situated on a gentle slope that leads towards the villages of Savigny-les- Beaune and Aloxe-Corton. This name of this locality is composed of two words, BEAU and MONT evoking the fertility and richness of this earth.

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• White Wine

  2020 Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune`Sous Eguisons`, Domaine Jean-Noël Gagnard

  £3795

  Caroline Lestimé, winemaker at Jean-Noël Gagnard, decided to plant Chardonnay vines on this plot of the Hautes-Côtes de Beaune, back in 2007.   The vineyard is in La Rochepot, on an embankment overlooking and bordering the western part of the Saint-Aubin appellation Le Ban. The name “Sous Éguisons” refers to the cliff above the vineyard. The cliff offers protection from the north winds, which is a significant advantage given how harsh the climate is and how bitter the spring frosts are at this altitude. The natural growth cycle of the vines is also slower and the grapes mature a full week later than at lower levels.

  The wine itself is a revelation, pure, pristine and delicious.  The matchstick mineral nose shows pure lemony fruit with a hint of florality. The palate is linear and precise with taut lemony fruit and a fine tangy, stony mineral quality. There’s just the faintest hint of spicy, toasty oak, but the real theme here is pure, vital lemon fruit with great precision and lovely integrated acidity.

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• Red Wine

  2018 Poggio Valente IGT, Fattoria Le Pupille

  £3795

  Poggio Valente is a cru vineyard located in Pereta, near Scansano and was purchased by Elisabetta Geppetti in 1996. The focus of the project here was on the Sangiovese grape and within a few years the wine became another significant milestone with its expression of Maremma’s terroir.

  Matured for 18 months in new oak Poggio Valente is a medium ruby red in colour. The nose shows hints of red and black fruits with distinct aromas of blackberry, cherry and black plum, following notes of tobacco, nutmeg and forest floor. The palate is elegant and balanced, with sweet and silky tannins. Perfect served with fillet of beef and green pepper or polenta with wild boar – one of the classic dishes of Maremma’s cuisine.

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• Red Wine

  2019 Rosehill Shiraz, Mount Pleasant

  £3795

  Mount Pleasant, based in the Hunter Valley, was established in 1921 by the legendary winemaker Maurice O’Shea, from 16.3 hectares of adjoining parcels of land, which he named Mount Pleasant.

  An elegant and refined Shiraz, with an abundance of raspberry and cranberry fruit layered with perfumed notes of violet, spice and plum. The red fruits drive through the palate with intensity and focus supported by subtle oak.

  The Shiraz vines were planted in 1946 in a single vineyard plot named ‘Rosehill’. These low-yielding, old vines have deep and complex root systems. Maurice O’Shea purchased the land during World War II and the site is now regarded as one of the elite vineyards of the Hunter Valley. Once the site of volcanic activity, the Rosehill Vineyard is located at one of the Hunter Valley’s highest elevations. This 22-hectare parcel of volcanic loam soil, with patches of limestone and eroded basalt, is fertile and ideal for producing full-flavoured red grapes. O’Shea devoted it to solely planting Shiraz. The vineyard is cultivated using sustainable techniques, such as employing mulch to nourish the vines and growing cover crops to increase the biodiversity in the soil.

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• White Wine

  Zalto White Wine Glass

  £3800

  This is an incredible glass for white wine. The design of the bowl and the anglers of the main body of the glass deliver wine and its aroma incredibly well.   Once you try this you will be hooked!

  Created for Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Petit Chablis, young Semillon, Chenin, unoaked Godello….

  For all white wine, with the exception of weightier or aged whites inc Chardonnay which is better in the Universal or Burgundy glass.

  This glass also works really well with Sparkling wines.

  Key facts 

  • Mouthblown
  • Non-lead crystal 
  • Angles and straight sides for optimal flavour delivery
  • Volume: 400ml
  • Glass Height: 230mm
  • Bowl: 81mm
  • Dishwasher safe but be careful!

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• White Wine

  Zalto Champagne Glass

  £3800

  Another Zalto masterpiece designed to enhance the worlds Champagnes and sparkling wines.  Striking in appearance with a design that brings to life the regional characteristics of the wine within.

  Ideal for all sparkling wines, Red or White.

  Key facts 

  • Mouthblown
  • Non-lead crystal 
  • Angles and straight sides for optimal flavour delivery
  • Volume: 220ml
  • Glass Height: 240mm
  • Bowl: 75mm
  • Dishwasher safe but be careful!

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• White Wine

  2010 The Florita Riesling, Jim Barry

  £3800

  This legendary dry Riesling from Jim Barry has matured under optimum conditions and displays the complexities that fine Australian Riesling develops over time.

  The 2012 Florita Riesling has an ultra reserved pristine nose of lovely lifted kaffir lime leaves and musky, floral notes with a hint of fresh lemongrass. The palate is all about delicacy, power, finesse and
  balance, with a huge amount of length and structure coming from the natural acid backbone and the generosity of the lime citrus centred fruit.
  A magnificent cellar worthy Riesling.

  The Florita has an incredible story, and we urge you to read it below in the ‘Producer info’ section.

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