Wine Club Importers, Portfolio Summer 2024
About Us
Based in southeast London, Wine Club Importers is a boutique wine importer focusing on under-the-radar gems that offer exceptional value.
We supply independent wine shops and bars in south and central London, Kent, and a number of clients in Edinburgh.
Our speciality is Spanish wine, and our portfolio includes wines we love from Cadiz, Utiel-Requena, and Badajoz. In 2023 we added a Slovenian producer to our list, and we are planning to expand to new shores in 2024.
The inspiration behind our business is simply a love of wine and the industry, and the unifying theme behind all of our wines is that they are both delicious and good value.
We also run a wine bar in south London, Crystal Palace Wine Club - please do come visit us to sample any the wines from our portfolio.
If you would like to set up a meeting please contact our London Director Tom: tomgrater1@gmail.com / 07921711108
Delivery terms: pre-11am for next day during the week , minimum order 24 bottles.
Gabernik 23
Region: Štajerska, Slovenia
We’re extremely excited to introduce the wines of Gabernik 23 to the UK, marking our first foray in Slovenia. Farming sustainably on nine hectares of
Zweigelt 2020 11.5%
The flagship Gabernik wine, light yet deep, minimal intervention and matured in o unfiltered with a pinch of SO2 at bottling. V g
Rumeni Muskat Orange 2021 115%
£11.50
Beautiful aromatics from the Muskat grape crafted perfectly into an orange wine with a little over three weeks skin contact Spontaneous fermentation, racked into old French barriques for maturation. Bottled unfined and unfiltered with minimal SO2 usage. Balanced and delicious. - £13
Rosé Pet Nat 2022 12% 11.5%
A juicy pet nat made from Pinot Noir Lovely cherry and strawberry fruit with a note of tea. Plenty of freshness, this is exactly what you want from a rosé pet nat and can’t be beat for a picnic wine Wild yeast and minimal SO2
£13
Rumeni Muskat Pet Nat 2022 12%
Hazy and delicious, this is a refreshing summer citrusy treat. Aromatic loveliness rom the Muskat, with a floral lift, suggests sweetness but it’s dry on the palate. Fresh lemony sourness on the finish Wild yeast and minimal SO2
£13
Rumeni Muskat trad method 2019 11.5%
A more complex, aged version of the above, made in the traditional method. 18 months on lees, zero dosage. Bright flowers and fruit on the nose and rich bubbles A perfect aperitif Wild yeast and minimal SO2 low availability - £13
Merlot traditional method sparkling 2018 11%
A traditional method sparkling made from a small parcel of Merlot grapes that were previously used for heavily-oaked reds. Native yeast fermentation in tainless steel followed by ageing in fibre glass for seven months. Bottled for its econd fermentation and aged on lees with regular riddling for 30 months Disgorged, with five grams of dosage. Super deep red fruit flavours.
£13
Our own wines!
Region: Utiel-Requena, Spain
We partnered with fantastic winemaker Alberto Pedron to make our very own trio of low-intervention, “natural” wines: a light easy-drinking orange Moscatel, a unique blend of orange Moscatel and white Macabeo, and a light red from the almostextinct Royal grape variety. We're very proud of the wines and have been thrilled with the feedback to date. The original 2022 vintages are almost sold out now but the 2023s will be arriving in early summer.
Our own wines!
In The Club orange wine 2023 12%
A super easy-drinking style of orange wine made from 100% old vine Moscatel with light skin contact for 3 weeks. Apricot and peach on the nose, smooth and refreshing in the mouth. Fermented in stone, aged in tinaja (clay amphora). Minimal SO2.
£13.50
Apricot Sandwich orange-white blend 2022 13%
A unique blend of a light orange wine (the same as In The Club) with a white wine made from Macabeo produced with plenty of lees contact. Apricot + bready aromas = Apricot Sandwich. Aged in tinaja and stain steel, no filtration or stabilisation Minimal SO2
Out of stock until Autumn - £13.50
Off With Their Heads chillable red wine 2023 13%
Made from the extremely rare grape variety Royal grown in a recently reclaimed vineyard. Best served chilled, this packs plenty of red fruit and an impressive depth of flavour. Fermented in stone and aged in old French barrels No filtration or stabilisation, minimal SO2. Super unique and fun, with new packaging for 2024.
£12.50
Bodega Forlong
Region: Cadiz, Andalucía, Spain
Unfortified Palomino has garnered attention in recent years and few are doing it better than the lovely folks at Bodega Forlong. Rocío and Alejandro have been producing wines from their own vineyards since 2012 and have gained a cult following in that time for their playful, beautifully packaged natural wines, all of which are hand-harvested, certified organic and treated biodynamically. We have brought 12 of their wines to the UK, including the ever popular Forlong Blanco, Rosado and Petit, alongside some more florheavy and unique bottles such as 80/20, Imaginario and Dos Palmas. We have a small number of magnums available on request
Forlong Blanco 2023 12.5%
Made from 100% Palomino, this is the quintessential unfortified white from the sherry region of Spain The grapes sit on skins in stainless steel tanks for 3 days before spontaneous fermentation, which takes 20 days. The wine is aromatic with tropical notes, beautifully mineral on the palate with a touch of salt
£13.68
Forlong Rosado 2023 12.5%
Made from 100% Tintilla de Rota, Forlong’s rosé is both a crowd-pleaser and a wine that appeals to the more discerning customer. Hand-harvested, the grapes are allowed to ferment spontaneously for around 30 days. Light pink, the wine offers strawberries and melon on the nose, and a fresh yet creamy palate
£13.68
Forlong Petit 2021 14.5%
A blend of 90% Syrah with 10% Tintilla de Rota, the entry Forlong red looks great on the shelves and backs that up in the glass. Spontaneously fermented in terracotta tanks, the wine is then placed into French oak for 6 months of ageing Cherry red with a nose of dark fruits, flowers and chocolate. Good acidity, smooth tannins and plenty of power in the mouth. Bang for buck here!
£13.68
Bodega Forlong
Forlong 80/20 2023 12.5%
100% Palomino grapes macerated and fermen create a unique style of orange wine. Ferm malolactic fermentation is allowed before the wine is transferred to steel where it settles naturally for 5 months. Light pink in colour (due to the PX skins), this gives citrus and flowers alongside herbal notes; fresh with a touch of tannin.
Forlong Anfora 2021 13%
£1585
100% hand-harvested Tintilla de Rota fermented in terracotta and aged in amphora for 12 months, producing beautiful purity of fruit. Cherry red colour with violet notes, the wine has a wonderfully floral nose with redcurrant and cranberry, plus a hint of pepper. Light and fresh on the palate, this also works great with a touch of chill.
£1780
Forlong Amigo Imaginario 2021 12.5%
100% Palomino fermented on its own skins for 15 days in terracotta before being transferred to Oloroso casks where it stays for 24 months, undergoing malolactic fermentation Amber colour with golden highlights, the wine has tropical fruit accented by nutty notes from the sherry casks. Classy on the palate with a noticeable saline taste.
£20.85
long Mon Amour Baja 2021 13%
% Palomino hand-harvested before being pressed into stainless steel. The wine hen transferred to French oak where it is aged on its lees, with batonnage, for months Golden in colour, the nose is very complex, with citrus, camomile and illa. The palate is dense with noticeable salinity.
£2085
Forlong La Fleur 0.5L 2019 15%
100% Palomino grapes aged under flor for 48 months. After harvest, the grapes are left to dry in the sun, condensing sugars and flavours. Aged in Jerez-style casks, this is full of pastry, almond and glazed-fruit For sherry lovers, this is a sensational unfortified alternative.
£26.61
Forlong La Fleur Dos Palmas 05L 2016 15%
100% Palomino here aged under flor for 6 years. This is similar to the above with added complexity, depth and power thanks to the additional age A truly special wine.
£30.91
Castuo Wines
Region: Badajoz, Extremadura,
Spain
We recently discovered the wines of Castuo and were blown away by the quality and presentation - these will look great on any shelf or wine list that values fun, under-the-radar gems. Since 2019, the region of Extremadura, near the Spain/Portugal border, has allowed a selection of Portuguese grapes in its wines, and its with those that winemaker Fernando is crafting some exceptional vino in an organic and minimal intervention fashion. They are also great value and taste delicious, we ’ re thrilled to welcome them to the UK for the first time.
Castuo Wines
Arrebujao Blanco 2022 12%
A blend of four local varieties: Pardina, Eva, Ar are white and one is red Spontaneously ferme vessels (steel, amphora and concrete), the wine is then aged on fine lees for 6 months before being bottled with minimal additions. Lemon colour with gold notes, it has a fragrant nose of stone fruit and melon, with plenty of freshness on the palate and a long finish.
Arrebujao Tinto 2023 13%
£11.49
A blend of Garnacha Tintorera, Trincadeira, Mazuelo and Tempranillo from vines up to 40 years old. Spontaneously fermented in steel and then aged in 1000L concrete eggs for 2 months before bottling with minimal additions The resulting fresh, young wine is a bright red colour, with aromas of sour strawberry, cherry and violets. Very fresh and approachable in the mouth, also great chilled.
£1149
Finca Lumbrarillo 2022 12.5%
Made from the native red variety Morisca but vinified as a white wine, this is fermented with indigenous yeasts in clay amphora before being aged for 6 months in the same vessels and then bottled with minimal additions. Yellow in colour with pinkish notes, this has a nose of stone fruit, pear, and green apple. Broad and long on the palate with a refreshing touch of bitterness
£14.42
nvejao 2021 50cl 13.5%
ade entirely from 30-year-old Pardina vines, native to the local Tierra de Barros gion, this is fermented in stainless steel before being moved to Montilla Fino sks where it is aged under flor for 18 months. A clean golden wine with onderful sherry characteristics, a broad, dry palate and a saline finish. Stunner.
£1442
Arroyo del Cabrito 2022 14%
This is made from 100% Trincadeira, the Portuguese native grape most known for Port production Here it shines as an unfortified wine, fermented and aged in concrete before being transferred to 300L used French oak barrels for 6 months. Cherry red colour with an intense nose of red and black fruit with herbal notes. Lovely fresh acidity and persistent length balances the wine beautifully
£17.18
Bodegas Aranleon & Mont
Region: Utiel-Requena, Spain
Growing vines on the Mars-like red soils of this under-the-radar region outside of Valencia, the owners of Bodegas Montesanco and Aranleon are crafting exceptional organic, vegan wines from the region's key grapes including Bobal and Macabeo. We fell in love with the project when we discovered it in 2020 and have been working to introduce their wines to the UK since. The Solo Tinto and Blanco have proven very popular, while the El Arbol, Mon Bobal and Macabeo are very special indeed These are smart, modern wines that work for people specialising in low-intervention drinks while also comfortably sitting in the mainstream.
Aranleon
Solo Tinto 2021, 14%
80% Bobal and 20% Syrah. Plenty of characteristic minerality and freshnes
Organic and vegan. Also available in magnums.
£10.54
Solo Blanco 2022, 13%
80% Macabeo, 20% Sauvignon. An expertly crafted still Macabeo. Bags of freshness and lovely fruit, with enhanced structure and body. Organic and Vegan. Great with food.
£9.42
Solo Cava NV 11.5%
A beautiful fizz and a modern take on Cava Fresh, fruity, moreish and so clean, with a touch of sweetness. Organic and vegan.
£10.11
El Arbol 2020 14.5%
A powerful blend of Bobal, Tempranillo, Mouvedre and Cabernet Sauvignon. Lashings of oak, deep, structured; big on flavour, tannin and acidity Great with food Available in magnums
£13.32
Bles Blanco 2022 12.5%
Bles are the entry-level wines in the Aranleon portfolio, but still very good juice. 80% Macabeo and 20% Sauvignon Blanc from organic vineyards, Citrusy fresh, easy-drinking, and great value
£7.86
Bles Tinto 2020 13.5%
As above, this is also fantastic value 80% Bobal, 10% Tempranillo and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, from organic vineyards, this is full of dark cherry flavour, with smooth tannins and a pleasing freshness.
£831
Montesanco
Mon Bobal 2019, 14.5%
The jewel in the crown of the Montesanco line-up and one of our favourite wines in the portfolio. 100% Bobal, Valencia's flagship grape, from 100-year-old+ vines. Ridiculously deep, rich, delicious, complex Invites you in again and again A sensational drink
£18.88
Mon Macabeo 2021, 13.5%
An example of Macabeo shining on its own as a still wine. Crisp, fresh and clean with good fruit Plenty of body from lees contact and crackling acidity. Complex and foody.
£1281
Mon Moscatel 2022, 12.5%
A new wine from Montesanco made of 100% Moscatel grown in Alicante, from vines that are 50+ years old Floral aromatics and a mineral finish. Fresh and tasty.
limited stock - £1281
Vergécosse
Region: Pouilly-Fuisse AOC, Burgundy, Mâconnais, France
The solo French wine in our portfolio, every year we receive a small amount of these beautifully rich and tropical white Burgundys direct from the vineyard.
cosse Pouilly-Fuisse 2020, 13.5% ning take on Chardonnay from one of the more southerly s of Burgundy The wines from Pouilly-Fuisse are rich and with a measured amount of oak use. They also deliver the al purity you expect from great white Burgundy. Tropical, y, indulgent and delicious. Will age for many years.
£22.56