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THE WINES
1 Classic Sparkling 2018
Chudleigh, Devon
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This sparkling wine has a classic fresh nose of green apples with hints of pineapple The bubbles are fine and persistent.
On the palate it is dry and shows plenty of fresh green apple with a touch of biscuitiness
Exceptional value for a fine English sparkling wine
Show price £2300
Single Bottle £25 55
2. Pinot Noir Sparkling Rosé 2020
Chudleigh, Devon
Pale salmon pink colour, with an abundance of fine bubbles This is a well-balanced, delicate and dry rosé with complex notes of peach and red berries
Show price £26 50
3. Dancing Bear Chardonnay 2021
Chudleigh, Devon
The colour is pale yellow. The nose is peach, honeydew melon and pineapple The palate is smooth and balanced, with notes of stone fruits, cinnamon, butter and coconut.
Show price £1700 | Single Bottle £19 50
About the Winemaker: Ben Hulland
Huxbear Vineyard
The vineyard is set in the lush, gently sloping hills near Chudleigh. Owners Ben and Lucy Hulland describe themselves as makers of boutique English wine, which neatly sums up their approach to wine making
They don? t aspire to producing large volumes, it?s all about producing unique wines that they can be proud of
4. Arcas Pinot Noir 2021
Chudleigh, Devon
Smooth and refined with aromas of blackberries, violets, and liquorice
There's a touch of vanilla and clove spice from its time spent in oak. It is unfiltered, medium bodied with an expressive palate
Show price £19.00 | Single Bottle £23 05
5. Orange Bear 2021
Chudleigh, Devon
Well balanced with a rounded mouthfeel, this skin fermented, wild ferment wine is made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes It has aromas of peach, stone fruit and vanilla, with a well developed palate.
Show price £18 00
6. Whispering Angel 2022
Provence, France
This superb rosé wine is made from a blend of old vines and using traditional Burgundian wine making techniques, resulting in a rounded and expressive Provence rosé with unusual complexity
Show price £18.50
Single Bottle £22 50
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9. La Belle Malvasia 2021
Abruzzo, Italy
Pale gold in colour with a nose of ripe stone fruits and fresh flowers The palate is soft and ripe with notes of nectarine, peach, orange zest and candied lemon peel All perfectly balanced by fresh acidity
Show price £14.50 | Single Bottle £17 50
10. Civitas Pecorino 2021
Abruzzo, Italy
A soft and pleasant Italian white wine with aromas of citrus, ripe pear, peach and orange blossom
The palate is clean and rich with a pleasing mineral complexity and a long finish
Show price £1450 | Single Bottle £17 50
About the Winemaker: Sacha Lichine Chateau d'Esclans
Born in Bordeaux and edu the U S, Sacha Lichine began w his family?s property, Chateau Prieur during the summers of his you
His 2006 acquisition of Chateau d?E Provence has resulted in building class brand while providing a s contribution to unprecedent growth within the Rosé category.
11. Ruminat Primitivo 2021
Abruzzo, Italy
Cantina Orsogna are committed to the biodynamic principles by which they make their wines
The Lunaria range replaces plastic capsules with wool ties from sheep that graze in their vineyards
The palate is soft and smooth with notes of sweet black cherries and blackcurrants. On the finish are notes of cinnamon and cloves, all supported by lovely soft tannins
Show price £14.50 | Single Bottle £17 50 educated in gan working at ieuré Lichine, s youth. u d?Esclans in ing a world a strong dented osé
7 Rock Angel 2022
Provence, France
From a selection of parcels from the famous Château d'Esclans
With its magnificent pale pink colour and golden glints, this wine reveals fine tangy red fruit and toasted aromas
Show price £2750
Single Bottle £35 50
12. Rutherford Ranch Chardonnay 2019
Napa Valley, USA
A ripe, generous and complex Californian Chardonnay with aromas of delicious asian pear and kumquat A rich, creamy palate of fresh lemon grass spice and subtle hints of vanilla.
Show price £2750 | Single Bottle £33 50
13 Rutherford Ranch Merlot 2018
Napa Valley, USA
This silky Californian wine opens with flavours of cassis, vanilla and baking spices, structured with finely integrated tannins and bright acidity.
Show price £2750 | Single Bottle £33 50
8. AR Lenoble
Blanc de Blancs NV
Champagne, France
Borther and sister Anne and Antoine Malassagne are the 4th generation to own this independent Champagne house They are dedicated to sustainability, introducing beehives to the vineyards nearly a decade ago and becoming HVEcertified in 2012.
The first impression is floral, followed by rich aromas of white fruit The palate is buttery and round with a very long lasting finish.
Show price £4100
Single Bottle £50 00
About the Winemaker: Marc Zaccaria
Rutherford Ranch
Marc's background is all about California winemaking, his resumé is a who's who of Sonoma and Napa Valley
His formative experience was with Chateau St Jean, Sledgehammer, Run Riot and Wolf Blass. Prior to joining Rutherford Ranch he was head winemaker for Treasury Wine
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14. Chenin Blanc "Sur Lie" Reserve (Concrete Egg) Laibach Organic 2020 Stellenbosch, South Africa
This wine is made from the oldest vineyard on the farm No additives were used and fermentation was done in old barrels, concrete eggs and stainless steel
The resulting wine is a refreshing colour with an orangey tint and tropical notes of papaya and white peach
Show price £16 50 | Single Bottle £19 99
About the Winemaker: Les Vignobles Foncalieu
A union of coopera -tives anchored in the heart of Languedoc, Foncalieu have vineyards from the Corbières massif to the banks of the Mediterranean, from the Mistral swept hillsides to the sun-caressed plains between Carcassonne and Beziers.
Since 2007 they have been committed to sustainable development. They seek to preserve their vineyards by supporting members to implement sustainable practices, such as protecting biodiversity, adopting drip irrigation and, installing grass strips.
15. Hacienda el Ternero Crianza "Torno" 2017 Rioja, Spain
The name "Torno" stems from the old Monastery; the monks would place food and clothing onto the base of a rotating door which they would torno so that the people outside could get to them without looking out
It was aged for 12 months in French barrels. It shows violets, cherries, black fruits with spices and hints of caramel
Show price £1500 | Single Bottle £18 50
16. Piquepoul Rosé Foncalieu 2021 Languedoc, France
Pale pink in colour, this rosé has a delicate nose of cherry blossom, strawberries and peaches
The palate is fresh with summer berries and notes of crushed rose petals All balanced perfectly with lively acidity
Show price £10.99 | Single Bottle £13 33
17. Le Versant Grenache Rosé 2022 Languedoc, France
The deliciously perfumed nose combines sweet hints of strawberries and raspberries and more floral aromas of rose and orange flower. The palate is sweet and silky, wonderfully balanced and enlivened by hints of citrus zest
Show price £9.99 | Single Bottle £12 00
18. Le Versant Viognier 2022
Languedoc, France
Rich aromas of apricot, ripe peach and ginger. Strong and generous with a creamy texture and a long lingering finish thanks to some ageing on the fine lees
Show price £9.99
Single Bottle £12 00
19 Petit Paradis 2022
Saint Chinian, France
Only 1%of Saint Chinian wines are white, which makes Petit
Paradis as precious as it is rare It is a complex, generous wine with white fruit and quince jam notes
Show price £10 99
Single Bottle £13 33
20 Clos du Vieux Bourg
Beaujolais Blanc 2020
Beaujolais, France
Fruity and saline The nose expresses lovely white flesh fruit whilst the palate has the subtle citrus fruit flavour of pomelo.
Show price £1499 | Single Bottle £18 50
21. Clos du Vieux Bourg Cinque Terres, Morgon 2020
Beaujolais, France
About the Winemaker:
Dominique Piron
Clos du Vieux Bourg
Dominique is a 14th generation winemaker, his family have been making wine in Morgon since 1590.
Dominique established the successful Maison Piron, which he sold in 2020 He kept the historic family vineyards and purchased the church of Saint Pierre de Corcelles to house the Clos du Vieux
Bourg winery
? I decided to dedicate one last little slice of life to this beautiful profession. In another place but still in this beautiful vineyard, as a simple winemaker looking for the best rather than the most,? says Dominique
22. Clos du Vieux Bourg
Au Bois Retour, Régnié 2021
Beaujolais, France
There are rich aromas of kirsch, cherry, plum and unique spices Ready to drink now, but like many Morgon's this could be cellared for up to five years. Luscious in youth it will improve with time.
Show price £1499 | Single Bottle £18 50
The nose bursts forwards with aromas of wild strawberries, cherries and redcurrants The palate has well balanced acidity, gentle tannins and a hint of minerality The flavours are of red summer fruits with an enticing spicy note.
Show price £1499
Single Bottle £18 50
23. Le Lion de Cicèron 2020
Corbières, France
This compelling red wine is a classic blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan. It is aromatic and fruity with supple tannins, flowing into ripe notes of garrigue herbs and cherries
Show price £12.99 | Single Bottle £16 00
24. Louis Alix "Les Calanques Bleues" Rosé 2020
Provence, France
The palest of pinks displaying refreshing yet subtle aromas of iodine, citrus and white -flesh fruit The palate is elegantly structured with good acidity It has a coolness and beautiful minerality with a long, satisfying finish
Show price £13.50 | Single Bottle £16 50
About the Winemaker:
James Lambert
Lyme Bay Winery
James' aim is to produce the best wines, from the best fruit, from the best growers, in the best locations. It's why the grapes don't always come from Devon.
25. Lyme Bay Bacchus 2021
Axminster, Devon
On the nose are aromas of guava, box wood and a hint of blackcurrant leaf.It has a light-to-medium body and the palate is fresh and zesty with grapefruit and a hint of elderflower.
Show price £1725 | Single Bottle £21 10
26 Lyme Bay Chardonnay 2021
Axminster, Devon
A well-rounded dry wine, with subtle buttery flavours and aromas of peach turnover and honey There are stone fruit flavours with a touch of orange, nuts and toffee
Show price £21.99
Single Bottle £27 00
27. Lyme Bay Pinot Noir 2021
Axminster, Devon
This shows a deep red colour with lighter edges The nose has intense red fruit combined with smoky, vanilla oak and mild tobacco The palate presents notes of cherry, plum, blackcurrant, strawberry all finished with toasty oak. The mouth-watering finish lingers
The Single Vineyard range showcases grapes from Crouch Valley, Essex, arguably the best site for still grapes in England The result is a collection of wines which astound and delight in equal measure.
Show price £26 99
Single Bottle £33 00
28. Henners Gardner Street Classic 2020
Herstmonceux,
Sussex
Classic floral and elderflower notes that you expect from Bacchus All married with a touch of stone fruit from the Chardonnay
On the palate there's red apple and wild fennel; the barrel fermented Chardonnay gives mid palate weight and structure to a wine that ultimately finishes with a brisk acidity
Show price £17.25 | Single Bottle £20 50
29. Henners Native Grace Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2020
Herstmonceux, Sussex
The nose has apple, lemon and stone fruit aromas with some toasty and buttery notes and a citrus streak The mouth is full of delicate spice and creamy, textural richness from time spent in barrel
The freshness and natural acidity of the wine gives this excellent ageing potential
Show price £17.25 | Single Bottle £20 50
30. Henners Brut Rosé NV
Herstmonceux,
Sussex
This pink sparkler has notes of rhubarb and classic English red berry fruit flavours including raspberries and redcurrants A minimum of 18 month ageing on the lees adds delicate creaminess
Show price £17.25
Single Bottle £20 50
About the Winemaker: Rob MacCulloch MW
Hattingley Valley, Hampshire
Rob has over 20 years of experience. He learned his skills in both cool and warm climates, making wine from Margaret River in Australia to the Mosel Valley in Germany.
At Hattingley Valley, he is responsible for leading the team of winemakers and overseeing the creation of their award-winning still and sparkling wines.
31. Hattingley Valley "Still" Pinot Noir 2020
Alresford, Hampshire
A delicate English red wine bursting with aromas and flavours of cherry, raspberry, strawberry and pomegranate, accented by hints of toast and dark chocolate The fine tannins and balanced acidity provide an elegant structure and silky finish
Show price £22.50
Single Bottle £28 00
32. Calancombe
Blanc de Noirs 2018
Modbury, Devon
Made from the best Pinot Noir grapes grown at the Clancombe Estate. There are notes of strawberries and citrus which lead to a delicate long finish with touches of cream, baked apple and gentle spices
Show price £3400
Single Bottle £40 00
33. Calancombe Bacchus 2020
Modbury, Devon
This English wine has a lovely nose of elderflower and grapefruit with hints of tropical fruit On the palate it is clean and crisp with lovely gooseberry and elderflower flavours, finished with just a touch of citrus.
Show price £1550 | Single Bottle £18 88
34 Langham Dry White 2020
Blanford Forum, Dorset
Florals, tropical passionfruit, and mandarin peel take the lead on the nose whilst the palate throws multiple suggestion and flavours; there is crunchy green apple, tart grapefruit, smooth lemon mousse and aromatic fennel This stunning wine finishes with a whip of salinity which makes it the ideal partner to all manner of seafood, or just to enjoy served cool on a warm day.
Show price £1599 | Single Bottle £19 50
About the Winemaker: Olly Shaw
Calancombe Estate
Calancombe?s aim is to " the finest qualitysparkling white, red and roséwines, from grape exclusivelyon our Estateand produced purposebuilt winery" Winemaker Olly Shaw previously w in France and New Zealand wher acquired skills and knowledge about the art of viticulture
35. Montaia Pignoletto Frizzante
Emilia Romagna, Italy
This is a sophisticated, semi-sparkling Italian wine. Call it a more refined sibling to Prosecco
A softly spritzy sparkler with the scents and flavours of fresh pears and red apples The Pignoletto grapes for this grow in the relatively cool Imola hills of Romagna, balancing the fruitiness with a refreshing edge and light bubbles The finish is dry and elegant
Show price £12.50
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36. Santa Seraffa Gavi del Comune di Gavi
Piedmont, Italy
A fine and pure expression of Gavi with pretty aromas of flora, citrus and green apple combined with more complex hints of frangipane. The palate has apple and lemon characters, and an appealing weight and minerality The finish is textural, long and defined.
Show price £1175
Single Bottle £14 44
37. Giribaldi "Caj" Barbera 2019
Piedmont, Italy
Brimming with lively red fruit like cherries and mulberries, with a bit of cassis and damson in the mix Eight months in oak barrels has left a light trace of spice Lifted and tangy on the finish.
Show price £1399 | Single Bottle £16 99
38. Giribaldi "Ravera" Barolo 2017
Piedmont, Italy
From the cru vineyard of Ravera this is a complex, powerful Nebbiolo The initial sense is of bright red fruit - strawberries, cherries and wild berries Then there is a smooth dark chocolate undercurrent punctuated with vanilla and spice
Show price £40 00 | Single Bottle £46 00
37. Gergenti Grillo 2020 Sicily,
Italy
Light straw yellow colour, fruity with a finish of Sicilian citrus The mouth is clean and soft with a good level of acidity.
Show price £10 99
Single Bottle £13 50
38. Gergenti Frappato 2020 Sicily,
Italy
This embodies the unique charm of Sicily The colour is ruby red The wine is fresh, fruity with a scent of blue and red berries
Show price £10.99
Single Bottle £13 50
About the Winemaker: Giribaldi Family
Giribaldi was one of the first Italian vineyards to become organic Mario Giribaldi is the third generation to make wine assisted by his son and daughter. The wines are a reflection of the people who make them, whether working in a sunny vineyard; the winter snow; in the winery during the harvest; or dressing the bottles to look after the image Each is an ambassador which passes on the passion of those who made it.
41. Castello di Querceto
Chianti 2020
Tuscany, Italy
A blend of 92%Sangiovese and 8% Canaiolo grapes.
The wine is aged in oak barriques for 8-10 months and then gven a further three months in bottle before release It is medium-bodied with soft tannins and ripe red and black fruit flavours
Show price £10 50 | Single Bottle £12 78
42 Castello di Querceto
Chianti Classico Riserva 2019
Tuscany, Italy
95%Sangiovese and 5%Canaiolo from vines with an average age of 20-40 years and aged in barrels for 10-12 months.
Brilliant ruby red Complex nose of cherry, rose, cedar, violets and prune Balanced, soft and elegant body with ripe red fruits. This will age for up to 20 years
Show price £20 00 | Single Bottle £24 50
44. Quercione Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva
2016
Tuscany, Italy
This is an elegant and complex wine, with flower aromas, and flavours of blueberries and undergrowth. It is very harmonious on the palate With round and fine tannins on the nose and with an intense and long aftertaste
Show price £28.50 | Single Bottle £35 00
45. Casali del Barone 150+1
Barbera 2021
Piedmont, Italy
150+1 is reference to the collaboration between head winemaker Daniele Ress and the 150 members of the Vallebelbo cooperative where this wine is made
It is full-bodied and round, with a soft finish of dark chocolate and black pepper
Show price £11.25 | Single Bottle £13 89
43. Pagliareto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2018
Tuscany, Italy
Dark ruby red colour with intense garnet hints. There is a complex nose with mature fruits and pepper aromas, as well as plum jam and floral notes of violet, chocolate and cigar.
Show price £20 00 | Single Bottle £23 50
46. Casali del Barone 150+1
Bianco 2021
Piedmont, Italy
A blend of 90%Chardonnay and 10% Arneis. It is medium-bodied with soft and well-balanced fruity notes Two months of lees ageing adds a touch of creaminess
Show price £11.25 | Single Bottle £13 89
47. PF Sauvignon Blanc 2021
Stellenbosch,
South Africa
Crisp and fresh with exquisite aromas of tropical fruit and gooseberry. There are delicate hints of guava skin, passion fruit and green apple on the palate with intense grapefruit flavours and a great minerality and flintiness on the finish.
Show price £1475 | Single Bottle £18 00
48 PF Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
Stellenbosch,
South Africa
A beautiful wine with rich garnet hues
Full bodied with exceptional character, intense dark fruit flavours, subtle violet undertones with a hint of liquorice and earthiness
Show price £1799
Single Bottle £22 00
49. PF Ruby 2017
Stellenbosch,
South Africa
A blend of 50%Cabernet Sauvignon and 50%Syrah. This has a deep magenta colour, intense aromas of red fruits and raw cocoa with hints of cinnamon and cloves.
Show price £16 50 | Single Bottle £19 99
50. Peter Falke Signature
Alani 2018
Stellenbosch,
South Africa
An elegant red wine with intense notes of cranberries, cherry, white pepper and hints of vanilla The palate is full bodied with a delicate spiciness and silky tannins
Show price £26.99 | Single Bottle £33 00
About the Winemaker:
Werner Schrenk
Peter Falke Wines
Werner started out as a vineyard assistant at Peter Falke Wines in 2007 and has been head winemaker, viticulturist and general manager since 2012
Growing up in Paarl, he worked at vineyards during his school holidays and realised his passion for wine when working alongside Adi Badenhorst at Rustenberg.
"
To be a good winemaker, you must take the time to understand the land," is his philosophy.
51. Peter Falke Signature
Kanoa 2016
Stellenbosch, South Africa
The flagship wine is an exquisite blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc
The colour is dark with garnet hues. The intense aromas are of prune, cassis and wild berries French Oak creates rich and opulent flavours alongside smooth and silky tannins.
Show price £26 99 | Single Bottle £33 00
About the Winemaker: Bodegas San Valero, Cariñena
Located in the heart of one of the most historic winemaking regions in Spain, the Cooperativa Vinícola San Valero is a fusion of ancestral knowledge with research, development, and innovation. Formed by 66 farmers in 1944 to create a cooperative that today brings together more than 500 vine and wine professionals
52. Gran Ducay Brut Nature Cava NV
Aragón, Spain
A delicious combination of light floral notes, citrus, ripe white peach and pineapple with a smooth texture thanks to 9 months ageing on its lees. It finishes yeasty and nutty
53. Gran Ducay Brut Nature Cava NV
Aragón, Spain
Made from 100%Garnacha grapes which are left on their skins to allow the colour to bleed into the juice This soft approach gives subtle red fruit flavours of wild strawberry and redcurrant with a wonderfully creamy texture The finish is dry with the characteristic nutty, savouriness of Cava
Show price £9.99 | Single Bottle £12 50
54. Altos de Bergasa Joven 2021
Rioja Spain
Mid-ruby colour, expressive, with red cherry and strawberry, a tangerine note and cinnamon spice from oak, the well-defined palate is bolstered by zippy acidity, creamy texture and a lingering finish
Show price £8.50 | Single Bottle £9 99
55 Señorío de La Eralta
Gran Reserva 2016
Rioja Spain
Aromas of ripe blackberries and spice
Unctuous, full and complex Rounded, velvety and elegant.
Show price £1250 | Single Bottle £15 50
56. Snapper Rock Sauvignon Blanc 2022
Marlborough, New Zealand
A classic, vibrant sauvee bee with tropical fruits such as passion fruit. A crisp citrus tinged edge to the mouth watering acidity
Show price £1150 | Single Bottle £14 00
57 Snapper Rock
Pinot Noir 2022
Marlborough, New Zealand
A bouquet of dark plum, cherry, anise and toasted nut characters, underlaid with a hint of dark mushroom and dried herbs.
Show price £1150 | Single Bottle £14 00
58. Silent Noise "Cloudy but Fine" Chardonnay 2020
Adelaide Hills, Australia
Charlie stopped the winemaking process because it tasted awesome. He didn? t want the wines gorgeous notes to be lost This is why the wine looks cloudy. Cloudy but Fine.
Show price £20 25 | Single Bottle £25 00
59. Silent Noise
Montepulciano 2021
McCalren Vale, Australia
Montepulciano is a grape native to Italy, but here in Australia offers bags of character; medium bodied with lovely, velvety, perfumed dark berry flavours and subtle hints of coffee
Show price £1799 | Single Bottle £22 00
60. Growers Touch Durif 2020
New South Wales, Australia
Growers Touch is all about "terroir" It showcases local fruit, growers and their vineyards. Each bottle features pictures of the grower; the hands on the front of this bottle belong to farmer Isidoro Guglielmino It has aromas of Mulberry and Blackberry with just a hint of vanilla and spice.
Show price £999 | Single Bottle £12 20
61 Growers Touch Shiraz 2021
New South Wales, Australia
Vibrant crimson and burgundy, this wine brings lush berries and currants underlaid with hints of chocolate
Show price £9.99 | Single Bottle £12 20
About the Winemaker: Charlie O'Brien
Silent Noise
It?s fair to say that Charlie O?Brien was privy to the inside running on the wine game, being the son of Helen and Kevin O?Brien of Kangarilla Road fame
After finishing high school in 2016, Charlie O?Brien has worked on home territory in McLaren Vale for Yangarra, Hither & Yon, Gemtree and, of course, Kangarilla Road, as well as at Pikes in the Clare Valley, Pike & Joyce in the Adelaide Hills, and Moss Wood in Margaret River.
62. Awatere River Pinot Gris 2020
Marlborough, New Zealand
Aromatics of red apple, lychee, pear and white peach give way to a silky, textural palate with fresh, lively flavours. This wine is finely balanced and has lovely length of flavour
Show price £11.50
Single Bottle £14 00
