White Wine between £5.00 and £8.00 per bottle
Maven Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc - £37.96
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.33 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Maven Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.33 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Case of 6 Maven Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
Vi?a Tarapaca Chardonnay 2006 - £6.49
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
It was the exceptional fruit purity that brought this white to our buyer's attention over ten years ago, and it's been top of everyone's wish lists since! Chile's reputation for wines has been rapidly growing - according to Wine Magazine they are 'the definition of drinkability' and that's certainly true here. Situated in the Maipo Valley, just below the Andes, the historic Tarapaca estate (founded in 1874) is not only breathtakingly beautiful but benefits from ideal conditions. Cool breezes and abundant sunshine infuses the grapes with aromatic freshness and a full, ripe flavour. Star winemaker Cristian Molina rigorously selects the very best fruit, and bottles it pure and unoaked to let the glorious tropical fruit flavours shine through.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
It was the exceptional fruit purity that brought this white to our buyer's attention over ten years ago, and it's been top of everyone's wish lists since! Chile's reputation for wines has been rapidly growing - according to Wine Magazine they are 'the definition of drinkability' and that's certainly true here. Situated in the Maipo Valley, just below the Andes, the historic Tarapaca estate (founded in 1874) is not only breathtakingly beautiful but benefits from ideal conditions. Cool breezes and abundant sunshine infuses the grapes with aromatic freshness and a full, ripe flavour. Star winemaker Cristian Molina rigorously selects the very best fruit, and bottles it pure and unoaked to let the glorious tropical fruit flavours shine through.
Long Terrace Semillon Chardonnay 2005 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Welcome back Long Terrace! It's been four years since we've been wowed by a new vintage of this old favourite ... fitting then that the long-awaited return is crafted by a winemaking genius in a remarkable year for Australian wines. ''2005'' has turned out brilliantly'' wrote fine wine critic Robert parker of this vintage Down Under. A relatively cool Summer yielded superb fruit, especially for Oz star whites, Semillon and Chardonnay. Give a master like Sam Trimboli premium grapes, step back and hold out your glass! He has created a wonderfully aromatic wine, with all the exotic fruit of past vintages but far more elegance. White peach and citrus blossom aromas, a spicy, citrus finish. An extremely refreshing and satisfying mouthful!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Welcome back Long Terrace! It's been four years since we've been wowed by a new vintage of this old favourite ... fitting then that the long-awaited return is crafted by a winemaking genius in a remarkable year for Australian wines. ''2005'' has turned out brilliantly'' wrote fine wine critic Robert parker of this vintage Down Under. A relatively cool Summer yielded superb fruit, especially for Oz star whites, Semillon and Chardonnay. Give a master like Sam Trimboli premium grapes, step back and hold out your glass! He has created a wonderfully aromatic wine, with all the exotic fruit of past vintages but far more elegance. White peach and citrus blossom aromas, a spicy, citrus finish. An extremely refreshing and satisfying mouthful!
Domaine Douillard Melon 2005 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Astonishing value - and top vintage form from the heart of Muscadet. Each year, the gifted Jean Douillard makes this refreshing aperitif with lovely, exotic fruit flavours, maturing the wine 'sur lie' for extra richness. In the 'exceptional' 2005 vintage it's the best ever!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Astonishing value - and top vintage form from the heart of Muscadet. Each year, the gifted Jean Douillard makes this refreshing aperitif with lovely, exotic fruit flavours, maturing the wine 'sur lie' for extra richness. In the 'exceptional' 2005 vintage it's the best ever!
Les Carrielles 2005 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Delicious, age-worthy Chenin Blanc with a medal-winning pedigree, this fresh and lively white is a long-time favourite. Made by expert Loire winemaker Eric Laurent from vineyards around Saumur - a picturesque medieval town in the Loire Valley's wine h eartland - Les Carreilles spends a year in the cool, deep limestone cellars characteristic of the area. The perfect temperatures allow the fruit and mineral flavours to develop fully, yet retain all the crisp freshness. Superb with grilled or poached fish dishes.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Delicious, age-worthy Chenin Blanc with a medal-winning pedigree, this fresh and lively white is a long-time favourite. Made by expert Loire winemaker Eric Laurent from vineyards around Saumur - a picturesque medieval town in the Loire Valley's wine h eartland - Les Carreilles spends a year in the cool, deep limestone cellars characteristic of the area. The perfect temperatures allow the fruit and mineral flavours to develop fully, yet retain all the crisp freshness. Superb with grilled or poached fish dishes.
Brightlands Riesling 2006 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
A fifth generation winery, the Angove family can boast an astounding 393 international awards in the last five years alone. Established in 1886 by Dr Angove, whose active interest in chemistry led him to experience with winemaking and viticulture. Now headed by Dr Angove's great-grandson, the winery is famed for its diversity - with plantings of over 19 different grape varieties - and have bucked commercial trends in favour of top-quality, personality-filled wines. This exceptional Riesling is full of refreshing lime and spicy orange flavour. Light and thirst quenching, it's great on its own ... even better with grilled king prawns.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
A fifth generation winery, the Angove family can boast an astounding 393 international awards in the last five years alone. Established in 1886 by Dr Angove, whose active interest in chemistry led him to experience with winemaking and viticulture. Now headed by Dr Angove's great-grandson, the winery is famed for its diversity - with plantings of over 19 different grape varieties - and have bucked commercial trends in favour of top-quality, personality-filled wines. This exceptional Riesling is full of refreshing lime and spicy orange flavour. Light and thirst quenching, it's great on its own ... even better with grilled king prawns.
Las Casas de Vaqueria Sauvignon Blanc 2006 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The pristine citrus aromas of Vaqueria's Sauvginon are a real reminder of top drops from Loire. High in the hills of Chile's Maule Valley, the pure sunshine and cool nights give this wine superb purity and freshness - preserved along with its crisp citrus aromas thanks to the screwcap closure. Winemaker Alvaro Arriagada, one of the rising stars of Chile, is often seen in the vineyards sporting his cowboy hat and is as skilled with the lasso as he is with his vines! In addition to producing fantastically enjoyable wines, Alvaro and his enthusiastic team really 'know how to throw a good party'. Clean and fresh with lively, citrus aromas and mouthwatering grassy, tropical fruit flavours. Great as an aperitif.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The pristine citrus aromas of Vaqueria's Sauvginon are a real reminder of top drops from Loire. High in the hills of Chile's Maule Valley, the pure sunshine and cool nights give this wine superb purity and freshness - preserved along with its crisp citrus aromas thanks to the screwcap closure. Winemaker Alvaro Arriagada, one of the rising stars of Chile, is often seen in the vineyards sporting his cowboy hat and is as skilled with the lasso as he is with his vines! In addition to producing fantastically enjoyable wines, Alvaro and his enthusiastic team really 'know how to throw a good party'. Clean and fresh with lively, citrus aromas and mouthwatering grassy, tropical fruit flavours. Great as an aperitif.
Pignoletto - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This tongue-tingling fizz was once reserved for exclusive ristorantes in Bologna, but our buyers convinced winemaker Lorenzo Bertot to part with a few cases of his uplifting fizz ... and customers love it! A chilled glass of Pignoletto is deliciouly uplifting and makes an ideal aperitif ... but why not add a bit of sparkle to picnics or enjoy with classic dishes from Bologna like tortellini in brodo? ''Refreshingly off-dry, with seductive apple and white flower aromas, and a soft, gently sparkling mouthful of luscious peaches and pears. Delightfully different.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This tongue-tingling fizz was once reserved for exclusive ristorantes in Bologna, but our buyers convinced winemaker Lorenzo Bertot to part with a few cases of his uplifting fizz ... and customers love it! A chilled glass of Pignoletto is deliciouly uplifting and makes an ideal aperitif ... but why not add a bit of sparkle to picnics or enjoy with classic dishes from Bologna like tortellini in brodo? ''Refreshingly off-dry, with seductive apple and white flower aromas, and a soft, gently sparkling mouthful of luscious peaches and pears. Delightfully different.''
Domaine Lalande Viognier 2006 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Deep in the heart of the Languedoc, thirty miles from the walled city of Carcassonne, lies the award-winning Domaine Lalande. This historic estate was built by the architect behind the famous Canal du Midi which runs through the region. The estate's charismatic winemaker is the straight-talking Ausssie Richard Osbourne, who has one simple aim ... to make wine that expresses pure fruit character. To give him the best starting point the 20 year old Viognier vines are planted in cool climate vineyards, perfect for this variety, and the grapes are picked in the cool of night to preserve every nuance of peach and nectarine flavour. Dazzlingly intense, this super-fresh, golden Viognier has plenty of rich apricot and peach flavours. Delicious with stir-fried prawns or creamy mild chicken curries.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Deep in the heart of the Languedoc, thirty miles from the walled city of Carcassonne, lies the award-winning Domaine Lalande. This historic estate was built by the architect behind the famous Canal du Midi which runs through the region. The estate's charismatic winemaker is the straight-talking Ausssie Richard Osbourne, who has one simple aim ... to make wine that expresses pure fruit character. To give him the best starting point the 20 year old Viognier vines are planted in cool climate vineyards, perfect for this variety, and the grapes are picked in the cool of night to preserve every nuance of peach and nectarine flavour. Dazzlingly intense, this super-fresh, golden Viognier has plenty of rich apricot and peach flavours. Delicious with stir-fried prawns or creamy mild chicken curries.
Domaine Touzenry Viognier 2006 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Truly delicious Viognier, perfect as an aperitif ... or try it with grilled seafood for a wonderful Summer-time treat.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Truly delicious Viognier, perfect as an aperitif ... or try it with grilled seafood for a wonderful Summer-time treat.
White River Chenin Blanc 2007 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
You've been snapping up each successive vintage of this South African gem for years, such is the power of its mouthwatering freshness and the purity of its fruit. Well, the new release is as fresh as ever. It's made by former South African Winemaker of the Year De Wet Lategan (something of a Chenin specialist) at the Bergsig Estate - a regular feature on the wine list in first class on South African Airways. Billowing pineapple, gauva and melon aromas with zippy citrus zing, White River is long and refreshing - full of orchard fruit flavours and zippy citrus notes. The perfect aperitif, or try it with salmon roulades and seafood canapes.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
You've been snapping up each successive vintage of this South African gem for years, such is the power of its mouthwatering freshness and the purity of its fruit. Well, the new release is as fresh as ever. It's made by former South African Winemaker of the Year De Wet Lategan (something of a Chenin specialist) at the Bergsig Estate - a regular feature on the wine list in first class on South African Airways. Billowing pineapple, gauva and melon aromas with zippy citrus zing, White River is long and refreshing - full of orchard fruit flavours and zippy citrus notes. The perfect aperitif, or try it with salmon roulades and seafood canapes.
The Amasimi Kelder Byekorf Hoek Semillon 2007 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Along with Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon is one of the noble varieties behind the great whites of Bordeaux - sweet and dry. Rarely is it seen there on its own (you're far more likely to find dry 100% Sauvignons). That said, one or two of the top Sauternes are made almost exclusively from Semillon. No, dry Semillon is very much a New World phenomenon - you may already be familiar with the Aussie versions. We reckon this one from a group of top Cape winemakers is every bit as good - suggesting this is a style we'll be seeing more of in future. What this space ... Freshly grated lemon zest aromas lead to a full, creamy palate of citrus flavours. Lovely balanced acidity and good length. Serve with pan-fried fish, grilled lemon chicken or a Thai-style stir-fry.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Along with Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon is one of the noble varieties behind the great whites of Bordeaux - sweet and dry. Rarely is it seen there on its own (you're far more likely to find dry 100% Sauvignons). That said, one or two of the top Sauternes are made almost exclusively from Semillon. No, dry Semillon is very much a New World phenomenon - you may already be familiar with the Aussie versions. We reckon this one from a group of top Cape winemakers is every bit as good - suggesting this is a style we'll be seeing more of in future. What this space ... Freshly grated lemon zest aromas lead to a full, creamy palate of citrus flavours. Lovely balanced acidity and good length. Serve with pan-fried fish, grilled lemon chicken or a Thai-style stir-fry.
Fief du Temple Chardonnay 2006 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
With its crisp, citrus minerality and creamy peach flavours you'd expect Fief du Temple to hail from pricey Chablis or an expensive village in Burgundy. Instead it comes from the Loire Valley where Chardonnay is rare but when it's good it's very good ... and offers amazing value. Noel Bourgrier and his famiy have five generations of know-how under their belt - perfect for making the most of this outstanding vintage. ''Pale gold in the glass, with tantalizing aromas of freshly sliced apples, lemons and pears. Concentrated citrus and creamy peach flavours layered with delicious minerality.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
With its crisp, citrus minerality and creamy peach flavours you'd expect Fief du Temple to hail from pricey Chablis or an expensive village in Burgundy. Instead it comes from the Loire Valley where Chardonnay is rare but when it's good it's very good ... and offers amazing value. Noel Bourgrier and his famiy have five generations of know-how under their belt - perfect for making the most of this outstanding vintage. ''Pale gold in the glass, with tantalizing aromas of freshly sliced apples, lemons and pears. Concentrated citrus and creamy peach flavours layered with delicious minerality.''
Las Casas de Vaqueria Sauvignon Blanc 2007 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The pristine citrus aromas of Vaqueria's Sauvginon are a real reminder of top drops from Loire. High in the hills of Chile's Maule Valley, the pure sunshine and cool nights give this wine superb purity and freshness - preserved along with its crisp citrus aromas thanks to the screwcap closure. Winemaker Alvaro Arriagada, one of the rising stars of Chile, is often seen in the vineyards sporting his cowboy hat and is as skilled with the lasso as he is with his vines! In addition to producing fantastically enjoyable wines, Alvaro and his enthusiastic team really 'know how to throw a good party'. Clean and fresh with lively, citrus aromas and mouthwatering grassy, tropical fruit flavours. Great as an aperitif.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The pristine citrus aromas of Vaqueria's Sauvginon are a real reminder of top drops from Loire. High in the hills of Chile's Maule Valley, the pure sunshine and cool nights give this wine superb purity and freshness - preserved along with its crisp citrus aromas thanks to the screwcap closure. Winemaker Alvaro Arriagada, one of the rising stars of Chile, is often seen in the vineyards sporting his cowboy hat and is as skilled with the lasso as he is with his vines! In addition to producing fantastically enjoyable wines, Alvaro and his enthusiastic team really 'know how to throw a good party'. Clean and fresh with lively, citrus aromas and mouthwatering grassy, tropical fruit flavours. Great as an aperitif.
Conde Galiana 2006 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
A deliciously creamy, peachy white made using the relatively unknown Garnacha Blanco, (its cousin, Garnacha, is often added Rioja to give a rich fruitiness to the blend.) In the Terra Alta region of Catalunya - where this wine hails from - it's the main white grape, famous for giving intensely fruity, aromatic wines that are enjoyed in chic wine bars in nearby Barcelona's Gothic quarter. It's the gnarled, 35-year-old bush vines, producing only the tiniest of yields, which give such concentrated flavours. Grown up in the hills, the grapes also benefit from slightly cooler temperatures and the drying ''Cierzo'' winds that help keep them disease free. Winemaker Elias Gil ensures that only the best, handpicked fruit Garnacha Blanco (plus, a touch of Chardonnay for extra creaminess) makes it into Conde Galiana. A short rest in French oak barrels gives a deliciously spicy, vanilla finish ... seriously classy! Creamy peach and freshly-sliced apple aromas are joined by hints of grapefruit and almond. Smooth and full in the mouth, with a long, spicy finish. Excellent with crab, smoked salmon or chicken in a white sauce.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
A deliciously creamy, peachy white made using the relatively unknown Garnacha Blanco, (its cousin, Garnacha, is often added Rioja to give a rich fruitiness to the blend.) In the Terra Alta region of Catalunya - where this wine hails from - it's the main white grape, famous for giving intensely fruity, aromatic wines that are enjoyed in chic wine bars in nearby Barcelona's Gothic quarter. It's the gnarled, 35-year-old bush vines, producing only the tiniest of yields, which give such concentrated flavours. Grown up in the hills, the grapes also benefit from slightly cooler temperatures and the drying ''Cierzo'' winds that help keep them disease free. Winemaker Elias Gil ensures that only the best, handpicked fruit Garnacha Blanco (plus, a touch of Chardonnay for extra creaminess) makes it into Conde Galiana. A short rest in French oak barrels gives a deliciously spicy, vanilla finish ... seriously classy! Creamy peach and freshly-sliced apple aromas are joined by hints of grapefruit and almond. Smooth and full in the mouth, with a long, spicy finish. Excellent with crab, smoked salmon or chicken in a white sauce.
Finca La Escondida Sauvignon Blanc 2007 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Shhh ... high in the Andes near Mendoza, there's a closely kept secret - a tiny hidden vineyard growing world-class Sauvignon! Those in the know, like star winemaker Opi Sadler, harvest precious bunches by hand to ensure only the finest are used for this dazzling, gooseberry-fresh white. Thrillingly fresh, combining ripe fruit, hints of grass and a vibrant, lemony zing. Thirst-quenching refreshment on its own or crack open a bottle to liven up prawn stir-fry or light hors d'oeuvres
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Shhh ... high in the Andes near Mendoza, there's a closely kept secret - a tiny hidden vineyard growing world-class Sauvignon! Those in the know, like star winemaker Opi Sadler, harvest precious bunches by hand to ensure only the finest are used for this dazzling, gooseberry-fresh white. Thrillingly fresh, combining ripe fruit, hints of grass and a vibrant, lemony zing. Thirst-quenching refreshment on its own or crack open a bottle to liven up prawn stir-fry or light hors d'oeuvres
Marquis de Goulaine Chardonnay 2006 - £6.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Introducing an exhilarating NEW Chardonnay that wowed a panel of the UK's top wine tasters (including Oz Clarke, Tim Atkin and seven Masters of Wine!) and outscored Grand Cru Chablis, Premier Cru Meursault and Chassagne-Montrachet at the prestigious Chardonnay du Monde Competition. With its crisp, citrus minerality and subtle creamy-oak flavours you'd be forgiven for thinking this delicious white hails from pricey Chablis or an expensive Burgundy cellar. It's actually from the Loire Valley, where Chardonnay is pretty rare ... but when it's good, it's very good indeed. Incredibly beautiful, Chateau de Goulaine is one of those fairytale castles the Loire is famous for - and one of the last to still have its own vineyards. Today it's occupied by the 11th Marquis de Goulaine, Robert, and his son Matthieu who tend the estate's historic Chardonnay vines (Robert believes the Goulaines are the oldest winemaking family in the world!) In 2006 - a vintage Loire experts have been raving about - they enjoyed a particularly warm, early Atlantic Spring and a long, hot Summer which produced a bumper crop of perfectly sun-ripened grapes. Deliciously fresh and bursting with abundant stone-fruit flavours - we guarantee that you'll love this great-value discovery!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Introducing an exhilarating NEW Chardonnay that wowed a panel of the UK's top wine tasters (including Oz Clarke, Tim Atkin and seven Masters of Wine!) and outscored Grand Cru Chablis, Premier Cru Meursault and Chassagne-Montrachet at the prestigious Chardonnay du Monde Competition. With its crisp, citrus minerality and subtle creamy-oak flavours you'd be forgiven for thinking this delicious white hails from pricey Chablis or an expensive Burgundy cellar. It's actually from the Loire Valley, where Chardonnay is pretty rare ... but when it's good, it's very good indeed. Incredibly beautiful, Chateau de Goulaine is one of those fairytale castles the Loire is famous for - and one of the last to still have its own vineyards. Today it's occupied by the 11th Marquis de Goulaine, Robert, and his son Matthieu who tend the estate's historic Chardonnay vines (Robert believes the Goulaines are the oldest winemaking family in the world!) In 2006 - a vintage Loire experts have been raving about - they enjoyed a particularly warm, early Atlantic Spring and a long, hot Summer which produced a bumper crop of perfectly sun-ripened grapes. Deliciously fresh and bursting with abundant stone-fruit flavours - we guarantee that you'll love this great-value discovery!
Tesco Finest White Burgundy 75cl - £39.79
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.63 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
2: ROUND & FRUITY. Style: A fuller-bodied white wine with round melon and apple flavours together with a hint of vanilla given by the oak ageing.
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.63 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
2: ROUND & FRUITY. Style: A fuller-bodied white wine with round melon and apple flavours together with a hint of vanilla given by the oak ageing.
Tesco Finest Gavi 75cl - £39.79
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.63 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
A crisp, refreshing wine with bright citrus and pear fruit flavours with a hint of minerality on the finish.
Made from a selection of Fratelli Martini's best Cortese grapes grown in their prime hillside vineyards. Wineyards are carefully controlled and optimum maturity is achieved with the aid of modern viticultural techniques such as shoot thinning, leaf plucki
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.63 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
A crisp, refreshing wine with bright citrus and pear fruit flavours with a hint of minerality on the finish.
Made from a selection of Fratelli Martini's best Cortese grapes grown in their prime hillside vineyards. Wineyards are carefully controlled and optimum maturity is achieved with the aid of modern viticultural techniques such as shoot thinning, leaf plucki
Casillero Casablanca Sauvignon Blanc 75c - £39.79
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.63 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Fresh, crisp whit overtones of gooseberries and melon. A refreshing, full-flavoured yet delicate wine.
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £6.63 per bottle. Price on 02-Dec-08 from Tesco.
Fresh, crisp whit overtones of gooseberries and melon. A refreshing, full-flavoured yet delicate wine.