Wine from Other Countries
Other Countries includes wines that did not have a country specified when we added them to our database - so may include countries originally listed in the menu.
Les Combes Hautes 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Here's an unmissable offer for fans of the Minervois' flavour-packed reds. Les Combes Hautes is a new, oak-aged treat from winemaking friends in the south. And what a bargain! It comes from a top region - Minervois is a source of top-quality reds, offering ''high quality, good value, fruit driven wines ... out-terroirs (sic) the New World'' (Decanter) - and it's made from premium, hand-picked fruit from ancient, 80-year-old wines ... superb concentration! Ensuring this quality is gifted winemaker Mathieu Carrara, who learned his craft in the hallowed cellars of Burgundy. He oversees the winemaking and treats his wine to 8 months in fine French oak, giving a delicious scent of cloves and vanilla. Deeply coloured, with spicy aromas of forest fruit with hints of wild thyme and rosemary. Bold mouthfuls of hearty blackcurrant with Syrah spice and notes of vanilla. One to buy by the dozen - with confidence!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Here's an unmissable offer for fans of the Minervois' flavour-packed reds. Les Combes Hautes is a new, oak-aged treat from winemaking friends in the south. And what a bargain! It comes from a top region - Minervois is a source of top-quality reds, offering ''high quality, good value, fruit driven wines ... out-terroirs (sic) the New World'' (Decanter) - and it's made from premium, hand-picked fruit from ancient, 80-year-old wines ... superb concentration! Ensuring this quality is gifted winemaker Mathieu Carrara, who learned his craft in the hallowed cellars of Burgundy. He oversees the winemaking and treats his wine to 8 months in fine French oak, giving a delicious scent of cloves and vanilla. Deeply coloured, with spicy aromas of forest fruit with hints of wild thyme and rosemary. Bold mouthfuls of hearty blackcurrant with Syrah spice and notes of vanilla. One to buy by the dozen - with confidence!
Castell de Veza 2007 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Outstanding quality and superb value in whites simply doesn't get any better than this deliciously zesty, fruit-packed Spanish star. It's crafted at the multi medal-winning La Baronia de Turis cellar who are renowned for the quality of their Malvasia and Moscatel grapes - so much so that in 1626 the town was ordered to pay a special tax to King Felipe IV of Spain due to the superior quality of their wines! Now young, up-and-coming winemaker Juan Pico Lozano brings these two classic varieties together beautifully to create a refreshing, zippy white ''Pale golden glassful with lovely fresh rose petal aromas and deliciously crisp flavours of apricot and zesty orange. Perfect with fragrant Thai dishes.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Outstanding quality and superb value in whites simply doesn't get any better than this deliciously zesty, fruit-packed Spanish star. It's crafted at the multi medal-winning La Baronia de Turis cellar who are renowned for the quality of their Malvasia and Moscatel grapes - so much so that in 1626 the town was ordered to pay a special tax to King Felipe IV of Spain due to the superior quality of their wines! Now young, up-and-coming winemaker Juan Pico Lozano brings these two classic varieties together beautifully to create a refreshing, zippy white ''Pale golden glassful with lovely fresh rose petal aromas and deliciously crisp flavours of apricot and zesty orange. Perfect with fragrant Thai dishes.''
The Holdings Bonarda Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Introducing an exciting new red brimming with juicy bramble fruit from the high vineyards of Argentina's picturesque, mountain-ringed Famatina Valley. Blackcurranty Cabernet is added to seductive Bonarda ''Argentina's unacknowledged star ... silky, ripe fruit'' (The Guardian) Italian in origin, as is the quality-obsessed close-knit community of growers here. Vines were brought to the valley last century and the full-flavoured grapes are still handpicked from small, high vineyard plots, where hot days, cool nights and low rainfall enhance the grapes' colour and aroma. Silky plum, raspberry and cherry harmoniously balanced by a hint of oak - a delight on its own or with meaty, cheesy pasta. A lovely wine to share with friends - don't miss it!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Introducing an exciting new red brimming with juicy bramble fruit from the high vineyards of Argentina's picturesque, mountain-ringed Famatina Valley. Blackcurranty Cabernet is added to seductive Bonarda ''Argentina's unacknowledged star ... silky, ripe fruit'' (The Guardian) Italian in origin, as is the quality-obsessed close-knit community of growers here. Vines were brought to the valley last century and the full-flavoured grapes are still handpicked from small, high vineyard plots, where hot days, cool nights and low rainfall enhance the grapes' colour and aroma. Silky plum, raspberry and cherry harmoniously balanced by a hint of oak - a delight on its own or with meaty, cheesy pasta. A lovely wine to share with friends - don't miss it!
Croix de Cabaret 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Southern French rarities like this are something of a house speciality. We've been scouring the Languedoc in earnest since the 1970s - long before it became fashionable. The important things to know about this wine are that it comes from the beautiful, rugged vineyards of the Minervois, it's deliciously oak-aged and is made from a very rare grape called Caladoc. Caladoc is a cross between Malbec (or Cot as it's known locally) and Grenache. As it's not an officially recognised variety, it can't be included in the Minervois AOC wines. Hence La Croix de Cabaret is a Vin de Pays - and exceptionally good value! Made by Thierry Tesseyre and Jean-Claude Founeau, both of whom have wide winemaking experience abroad, this dark, intense red is sure to hit the spot! Reflecting the excellent 2006 vintage conditions, La Croix is made in a modern style to accentuate the ripe fruit flavours. Brimming with the scents of dark red berries, fresh pepper and wild herbs. Smooth, succulent and intense.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Southern French rarities like this are something of a house speciality. We've been scouring the Languedoc in earnest since the 1970s - long before it became fashionable. The important things to know about this wine are that it comes from the beautiful, rugged vineyards of the Minervois, it's deliciously oak-aged and is made from a very rare grape called Caladoc. Caladoc is a cross between Malbec (or Cot as it's known locally) and Grenache. As it's not an officially recognised variety, it can't be included in the Minervois AOC wines. Hence La Croix de Cabaret is a Vin de Pays - and exceptionally good value! Made by Thierry Tesseyre and Jean-Claude Founeau, both of whom have wide winemaking experience abroad, this dark, intense red is sure to hit the spot! Reflecting the excellent 2006 vintage conditions, La Croix is made in a modern style to accentuate the ripe fruit flavours. Brimming with the scents of dark red berries, fresh pepper and wild herbs. Smooth, succulent and intense.
Les Sept Fontaines de Saint Dominique 2004 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This mature, full-bodied red was crafted from the fruit of 25-year-old vines, grown in the vineyard's deep and stony soils. Made from entirely Grenache - the noble grape of Chateauneuf - this sublime red is completely unoaked to let the fruit-driven freshness shine through. Winemaker Michel Archer has been working in the ancient, picturesque village of Besse for decades - and really understands how to produce wines which express the local terroir, combined with intense fruit flavours. Deep red colour with intense, ripe berry fruit aromas. Packed with concentrated ripe fruit flavours, this delightful red would be an excellent partner to roast beef.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This mature, full-bodied red was crafted from the fruit of 25-year-old vines, grown in the vineyard's deep and stony soils. Made from entirely Grenache - the noble grape of Chateauneuf - this sublime red is completely unoaked to let the fruit-driven freshness shine through. Winemaker Michel Archer has been working in the ancient, picturesque village of Besse for decades - and really understands how to produce wines which express the local terroir, combined with intense fruit flavours. Deep red colour with intense, ripe berry fruit aromas. Packed with concentrated ripe fruit flavours, this delightful red would be an excellent partner to roast beef.
Tor di Monte Grechetto 2007 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
One of Italy's great originals, cultivated since Roman times, Grechetto is a key component of the best known Umbrian white, Orvieto, and displays a wonderfully concentrated, refreshing elegance. Our specialist Italian Buyer was greatly impressed by this particular wine from the 11th century Tordimonte estate because it offers the same full-flavoured, fresh and nutty character of Orvieto minus the hefty price this famous name carries. Light golden colour, with subtle toasted almond, zesty lemon and floral aromas. Fresh, dry and ripe, it's perfectly suited to local specialities such as Prosciutto di Norcia (a quality cured ham) or freshwater fish and garden-fresh salads.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
One of Italy's great originals, cultivated since Roman times, Grechetto is a key component of the best known Umbrian white, Orvieto, and displays a wonderfully concentrated, refreshing elegance. Our specialist Italian Buyer was greatly impressed by this particular wine from the 11th century Tordimonte estate because it offers the same full-flavoured, fresh and nutty character of Orvieto minus the hefty price this famous name carries. Light golden colour, with subtle toasted almond, zesty lemon and floral aromas. Fresh, dry and ripe, it's perfectly suited to local specialities such as Prosciutto di Norcia (a quality cured ham) or freshwater fish and garden-fresh salads.
Domaine de Targuerie 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wine has been produced in Gascony since the fifth century. Even then, viticulturists could recognise the superior terroir of the region - abundant sunshine and cool temperate evenings produce premium ripe and juicy fruit bursting with freshness! This area is world famous for its Armagnac, but Gascony is rapidly developing a reputation for producing exquisite white wines that are comparable in quality to those of the Loire Valley! This elegant white is bursting with fresh-fruit appeal. Packed with juicy melon, apple and citrus-fresh flavours, it's no surprise that it was recently given a top recommendation at London's prestigious International Wine Challenge. Try with grilled fish or as a lively aperitif.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wine has been produced in Gascony since the fifth century. Even then, viticulturists could recognise the superior terroir of the region - abundant sunshine and cool temperate evenings produce premium ripe and juicy fruit bursting with freshness! This area is world famous for its Armagnac, but Gascony is rapidly developing a reputation for producing exquisite white wines that are comparable in quality to those of the Loire Valley! This elegant white is bursting with fresh-fruit appeal. Packed with juicy melon, apple and citrus-fresh flavours, it's no surprise that it was recently given a top recommendation at London's prestigious International Wine Challenge. Try with grilled fish or as a lively aperitif.
El Loro Bonarda 2007 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
El Loro (the parrot) will totally charm you! Chief winemaker Rodolfo Griguol insists that it's one of the juiciest reds he's ever made - and we couldn't agree more. Tipped to be the next top red wine sensation, Bondara is a dark, spicy original from Argentina. In the Andean foothills of the Mendoza region, high altitude and warm, sunny days allow these richly-coloured grapes to ripen fully. Bright ruby in colour with aromas of jammy fruit, cherries and smoky spice. Firmly structured with ripe blackberry fruit flavours with a hint of coffee. Perfect with barbequed steak or tomato and basil pasta.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
El Loro (the parrot) will totally charm you! Chief winemaker Rodolfo Griguol insists that it's one of the juiciest reds he's ever made - and we couldn't agree more. Tipped to be the next top red wine sensation, Bondara is a dark, spicy original from Argentina. In the Andean foothills of the Mendoza region, high altitude and warm, sunny days allow these richly-coloured grapes to ripen fully. Bright ruby in colour with aromas of jammy fruit, cherries and smoky spice. Firmly structured with ripe blackberry fruit flavours with a hint of coffee. Perfect with barbequed steak or tomato and basil pasta.
Les Tours de la Citadelle 2005 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Magnificently herby original from the outskirts of the magnificent medieval walled city of Carcassonne. Made from 100% Grenache, this juicy gem is packed with flavour - thanks to a sun-soaked 2005 vintage. 2005 was a fantastic across France, and red wines in the Languedoc region achieved seriously concentrated, ripe fruit flavours - as this gem will attest to! Deliciously rich, with abundant blackberry, chocolate and red fruit flavours - this voluptuous red is the perfect partner to bangers and mash. Enjoy!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Magnificently herby original from the outskirts of the magnificent medieval walled city of Carcassonne. Made from 100% Grenache, this juicy gem is packed with flavour - thanks to a sun-soaked 2005 vintage. 2005 was a fantastic across France, and red wines in the Languedoc region achieved seriously concentrated, ripe fruit flavours - as this gem will attest to! Deliciously rich, with abundant blackberry, chocolate and red fruit flavours - this voluptuous red is the perfect partner to bangers and mash. Enjoy!
Grand Lescure 2006 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Handcrafted by expert winemaker Jean-Pierre Chanteraud to commemorate the winery's 60th anniversary, this luscious red is a rare gem! It's made from Negrette - an aromatic local variety that's for years been championed by Jean-Pierre for it's spicy, succulent fruit flavour. There's also a splash of Cabernet Franc and juicy Syrah in the blend for extra body and complexity. Deep ruby in colour with abundant black cherry, cranberry and mulberry flavours. Delicious as a glass on its own or with barbequed meats.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Handcrafted by expert winemaker Jean-Pierre Chanteraud to commemorate the winery's 60th anniversary, this luscious red is a rare gem! It's made from Negrette - an aromatic local variety that's for years been championed by Jean-Pierre for it's spicy, succulent fruit flavour. There's also a splash of Cabernet Franc and juicy Syrah in the blend for extra body and complexity. Deep ruby in colour with abundant black cherry, cranberry and mulberry flavours. Delicious as a glass on its own or with barbequed meats.
Finca Sorella Chenin Blanc Trebbiano 2007 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Fans of cool and crisp whites will love this brand new discovery. The grapes for this white come from some of the highest vineyards in the world! Here, warm days and cool nights ensure a tremendously long ripening period. Snowmelt from the hills provides the purest irrigation in near desert-like conditions. This wonderfully unique blend of soft Chenin Blanc and citrus-charged Trebbiano is the ultimate thirst-quencher! Bursting with captivating white peach and lime flavours with a mouthwatering, glacier-pure edge - Finca Sorella offers unbeatable refreshment!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Fans of cool and crisp whites will love this brand new discovery. The grapes for this white come from some of the highest vineyards in the world! Here, warm days and cool nights ensure a tremendously long ripening period. Snowmelt from the hills provides the purest irrigation in near desert-like conditions. This wonderfully unique blend of soft Chenin Blanc and citrus-charged Trebbiano is the ultimate thirst-quencher! Bursting with captivating white peach and lime flavours with a mouthwatering, glacier-pure edge - Finca Sorella offers unbeatable refreshment!
Baron de Turis 1920 Seleccion 2007 - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
We're very excited about Valencia. Known as Madrid on Sea (the port is a popular weekend hotspot), it's also home to one of the best value whites we've tasted. Gold-medal winemaker Juan Pico Lozano picks local Malvasia and Moscatel for his superbly refreshing Baron de Turis. Hugely popular in the seafront bars and bursting with ripe citrus fruit, this is the perfect lunchtime white! Teeming with bright peach and golden mandarin flavours with a minerally fresh edge - try a chilled glass with crayfish pasta or light Caesar salad.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
We're very excited about Valencia. Known as Madrid on Sea (the port is a popular weekend hotspot), it's also home to one of the best value whites we've tasted. Gold-medal winemaker Juan Pico Lozano picks local Malvasia and Moscatel for his superbly refreshing Baron de Turis. Hugely popular in the seafront bars and bursting with ripe citrus fruit, this is the perfect lunchtime white! Teeming with bright peach and golden mandarin flavours with a minerally fresh edge - try a chilled glass with crayfish pasta or light Caesar salad.
Posada del Rey - £5.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Posada del Rey is Rioja how the locals like it - fresh, juicy and unoaked. Strict winemaking laws restricting harvest yields in Spain's No.1 red wine region mean any surplus grapes must be 'declassified' and labelled table wine. The good news is that you enjoy Rioja in the bottle - just not on the label ... hence the fabulously low price! ''Vibrant ruby red with deep flavours of juicy redcurrant, plum and black cherry and a silky smooth finish. Superb with lamb and tapas - a delight too on its own.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Posada del Rey is Rioja how the locals like it - fresh, juicy and unoaked. Strict winemaking laws restricting harvest yields in Spain's No.1 red wine region mean any surplus grapes must be 'declassified' and labelled table wine. The good news is that you enjoy Rioja in the bottle - just not on the label ... hence the fabulously low price! ''Vibrant ruby red with deep flavours of juicy redcurrant, plum and black cherry and a silky smooth finish. Superb with lamb and tapas - a delight too on its own.''
Spanish Reds Mixed Case 6x75cl - £35.91
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.99 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 1 Spanish Reds Mixed Case 6x75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.99 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 1 Spanish Reds Mixed Case 6x75cl
Penfolds Selection Mixed Case 6x75cl - £35.91
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.99 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 1 Penfolds Selection Mixed Case 6x75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.99 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 1 Penfolds Selection Mixed Case 6x75cl
European Excellence Mixed Case 6x75cl - £35.91
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.99 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 1 European Excellence Mixe D Case 6x75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.99 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 1 European Excellence Mixe D Case 6x75cl
Lindauer Sparklers Mixed Case 6x75cl - £35.91
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.99 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 1 Lindauer Sparklers Mixed Case 6x75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £5.99 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 1 Lindauer Sparklers Mixed Case 6x75cl
Tesco Finest Coonawarra Cab/ Sauvignon 75cl - £36.02
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.00 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Tesco Finest Coonawarra Cab/ Sauvignon 75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.00 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Tesco Finest Coonawarra Cab/ Sauvignon 75cl
Food Club Mixed Case 6x75cl - £36.00
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.00 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 1 Food Club Mixed Case 6x75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.00 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 1 Food Club Mixed Case 6x75cl
Jacobs Creek Chardonnay 75cl - £36.82
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.14 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Jacobs Creek Chardonnay 75cl
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.14 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Jacobs Creek Chardonnay 75cl