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Wine between £8.00 and £12.00 per bottle




Split Rock Sauvignon Blanc 2007
Split Rock Sauvignon Blanc 2007 - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Named after the striking Split Apple Rock in the nearby Able Tasman national park, Split Rock is family-made classic from Herman Seifried, his wife Agnes and their three children. Hermann first planted vines at their estate in 1973, building the South Island's very first winery with the help of his local church. Limited quantities lavished by care and attention, make this aromatic Sauvignon a great introduction to beautiful Nelson - New Zealand's white wine hotspot of the moment. It's amazingly ripe and aromatic thanks to the 2,400 hours of sunshine the region enjoys. Power-packed aromas of freshly shelled peas, cut grass and nettles, this Sauvignon is awash with mouthwatering gooseberry, lime and capsicum flavours. Super aperitif, even better with seafood.

Garage Red
Garage Red - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
You'd be hard pushed to find better winemaking credentials than this. Jean-Marc Sauboua was born and bred in the French wine heartland of Bordeaux and landed an apprenticeship in the hallowed cellars of Chateau Haut Brion (couldn't start much higher). Now he heads up special project wines like this magnificent, oak-aged 100% Syrah. Dark, spicy and beautifully structured.

G.G. Grenache Gris
G.G. Grenache Gris - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Made using hard-to-find grape variety Grenache Gris which is picked from among red Grenache grapes in vineyards in the foothills of the Pyrenees. The vines in these vineyards are all over 50-years-old, with some nearing 100, and the yields, as a result, are miniscule. Tiny volumes, though, mean seriously concentrated grapes ... and a wine that's bursting with fresh fruit flavours. Winemaker Mark Hoddy - originally from Jersey, but with plenty of winemaking experience all over the world - took the grapes up to our Chai in Castillon, where he gave them top treatment ... the wine was fermented in oak barrels to add a touch of warm vanilla and toast to the rich, peach flavours. If you like full flavoured Chardonnay or Semillon Blanc, you'll love this! Vibrant ripe apricot and peach, with touches of butter, toast and a hit of vanilla spice. Lingers on and on. Delicious enjoyed on its own or will make a great match for monkfish and tuna dishes.

V.O
V.O - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This super-fresh white wine comes from Rueda - Spain's answer to Sancerre - and is then given lavish care and attention in 'Le Chai au Quai' (pronounced 'Shay OK'). This beautiful old building on the quayside at Castillon, Bordeaux, means we can select fine parcels of wine from different producers and then age them to add complexity ... and still be able to offer them to you at remarkably low prices! Ultra refreshing - think REALLY intense Sauvignon Blanc - this wine showcases the quality of Spanish whites now being produced. Crisp citrus flavours, with a touch of almond, and a mouthwatering finish, make this an ideal aperitif that is equally at home with light seafood dishes or goat's cheese.

Chateau Fontaine de l'Aubier 2005
Chateau Fontaine de l'Aubier 2005 - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Delicious barrel-matured claret from the spectacular 2005 - ''the best vintage in 10, 50 even 100 years'' (Decanter). Made from a blend that's rich in Cabernet, no expense has been spared during the production of this fine claret. Premium grapes were hand-harvested from the oldest plots in the Medoc estate to retain maximum fruit flavour. The wine is then lovingly aged in the finest oak-barrels in the cool cellars of the property's ancient estate. Rich and opulent, this sumptuous red is brimming with intense raspberry and dark chocolate aromas. Drinking wonderfully now, it would mellow further with extra cellaring.

Long Gully Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz  Log Cabin Vineyard 2004
Long Gully Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Log Cabin Vineyard 2004 - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Blended exclusively for us by leading winemaker, Steve Grimley - this superb Aussie gem is perfect for fans of seriously BIG reds! The Cabernet and Shiraz grapes were hand-harvested from a top-quality corner of McLaren Vale. Nicknamed 'God's strip' by locals, the area is not only breathtakingly beautiful, but also benefits from some of the best grape-growing conditions in Australia. Bold bramble fruit and toasty oak give way to subtle notes of vanilla and spice. Immensely powerful, it would be a superb partner to roast beef.

Les Parettes Jean et Frederic Touzot 2005
Les Parettes Jean et Frederic Touzot 2005 - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Made from 100% old vine Chardonnay from the esteemed Touzot family estate located in the heart of the Macon region - this quintessential dinner-party white is extremely good value for money! The Times recently called Macon-Villages ''one of the claims to greatness of Burgundy 2005'' - so these wines won't be around for long! Luxuriously creamy with swathes of buttery richness - this glorious barrel-aged Chardonnay gives classic Meursault a run for its money! A delicious partner to roast chicken - stock up today!

Reserve des Confreres 2000
Reserve des Confreres 2000 - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
We've just tiny amounts left of this brilliant 2000 vintage 'baby brother' to the 'Reserve' La Clariere. Bordeaux Merlot from 2000 is described by critic Robert Parker as ''fabulous...it is a phenomenal year'' and this wine from our little plot in the Cotes de Castillon is no exception. ''Bordeaux...look for quality and value for the superbly concentrated 2000 vintage in the less famous communes'' says wine journalist Andrew Catchpole. Lip-smackingly ripe and plummy Merlot with all the hallmarks of a truly great vintage from a region on the 'up'.

Domaine Dupre 2006
Domaine Dupre 2006 - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Situated at the southern end of the Burgundy region, Maconnais is home to some of the best white wines in the world! ''No Burgundy lover should ignore the buzz in Macon today'' reckons wine expert Andrew Jefford, and judging by this stellar example, he's absolutely right! Domaine Dupre has been crafted in the finest French oak barrels, using a blend of Burgundian and New World techniques. This gives a wine of classic Burgundian complexity, whilst still retaining the wine's fruit character, something that can be absent from wines made in more traditional styles. Luxuriously creamy with mouthwatering citrus notes. Enjoy with seafood, fish dishes, white meats and all sorts of risotto or pasta.

Paul Zinck Riesling Prestige
Paul Zinck Riesling Prestige - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Zinck is a hero'' says wine writer Matthew Jukes - and we couldn't agree more! His exquisite Alsace Riesling is one of the finest expressions of this wonderful grape variety ... no wonder serious white fans love the citrus and apricot depth of his Prestige dry Riesling. Richly concentrated, from the superlative 2005 vintage and one of the region's leading names.

Domaine Touzot 2006
Domaine Touzot 2006 - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Here's a top tip: Macon is the place to head for affordable great white Burgundy. Here Monsieur Touzot trumps neighbours by insisting on the same handcrafting normally reserved for expensive Meursault and ageing in finest oak ... many of you have been devoted fans since 1997! Toasty vanilla and subtle orange citrus give a complex nose. Meursault-like in its rich, buttery apricot depth and mile-long finish. Superb with pork roasts.

Bodegas Primicia Crianza 2004
Bodegas Primicia Crianza 2004 - £9.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Housed in a beautiful 14th century building in the village of Laguardia, Primicia is run by the three Madrid brothers - Rodolfo, Roberto and Juan Ramon, and was recently named among Rioja's Top 20 houses in Decanter magazine by John Radford, the UK's leading Rioja authority. Altitude is important here too, with their highest vineyards lying at over 700 ft above sea level. Sourced from some of the finest vineyards around the village of Laguardia, and aged for 14 months in French oak barrels, Primicia's Crianza is a creature of rare elegance and refinement. Smooth and structured with layers of cherries and spice.

S5 VDT
S5 VDT - £9.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Sensational, reminiscent of Cote Rotie'' wrote Wine magazine of this gorgeous exclusive. This wonderfully pure, jet black Syrah comes at a far more friendly price than its #20-a-bottle counterpart. S5 is one of the most delicious black Syrahs you'll find anywhere - legend Andre Roux has been harvesting grapes since he was in short trousers, and hand selects only the best fruit to create S5. Expert, no-expense-spared winemaking culminates in luxurious ageing in oak barrels giving a smooth roundness to all that dark fruit power. Despite quality that rivals the fine Syrahs of the northern Rhone, wine laws in the south mean 100% Syrah can only be sold as humble Vin de Table, no matter how good. Smoky aromas of violets, black pepper and ripe brambles, joined by flavours of rich, spicy plum, blackcurrant fruits and a touch of cinnamon. Deep and velvety, enjoy with shepherd's pie, char-grilled steak or roast lamb.

Wolf Blass President Selec T Chardonnay 75c
Wolf Blass President Selec T Chardonnay 75c - £56.32
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £9.39 per bottle. Price on 06-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Vibrant straw yellow colour in the glass. Intense peach and melon aromas develop into a tropical fruit flavoured palate that is supported by subtle oak characters. This rich, full-bodied wine has a creamy mouthfeel and a soft lingering finish.
At the completion of each vintage particularly high quality fruit is set aside by the Wolf Blass winemakers for blending into the Presidents Selection wines. These aim to be the truest expression of the philosophy of our founder and president Wolf Blass

Chateau Reysson Reserve 75cl
Chateau Reysson Reserve 75cl - £56.89
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £9.48 per bottle. Price on 06-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Château Reysson offers rich notes of ripe red fruits. It is powerful, complex with lovely, velvet tannins and has a long balanced finish revealing delicate spicey, cedar notes.



Tesco Finest Pouilly Fume 75cl
Tesco Finest Pouilly Fume 75cl - £56.89
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £9.48 per bottle. Price on 06-Sep-08 from Tesco.
Fresh gooseberry and redcurrant aromas give way to creamy and zesty flavours on the palate. Dry and crisp with a subtle smokey character
Fournier are wine growers making classic Pouilly Fume and Sancerre in their family winery. The wines can be described as herby, steely, gunflint-smoky, combining appealing aromas with a refreshing crispness.

Reserve du Prevot 2004
Reserve du Prevot 2004 - £9.49
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Where better to look for an exceptional quality Rhone red than one of the region's greatest estates - Chateau du Beaucastel, which makes ''arguably the ultimate Chateauneuf-du-Pape'' (Sunday Express), ''the wines are inimitable'' says Decanter magazine. And Reserve du Prevot, the Perrin brothers' very fine Cotes-du-Rhone, owes its celebrated depth of flavour to the ripe, handpicked Syrah and Grenache grapes from prime vineyards right next door to Chateauneuf-du-Pape. This ''full-bodied, mini Chateauneuf-du-Pape'' (The Sunday Times) is the pinnacle of what can be achieved in the appellation. Rich, mouthfilling ripe bramble fruit with a long balanced finish. Wonderfully expressive of the wild, herby southern French countryside. This wine comes 'highly recommended' by The Guardian and The Sunday Times, orders for twelve bottles are delivered in wooden cases.

Porta Dos Cavaleiros Reserva 1997
Porta Dos Cavaleiros Reserva 1997 - £9.49
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Great news for lovers of richly flavoured, venerable reds - a complex, mouthfilling taste of history ... precious 1997 Reserva from an acclaimed cellar in Portugal. When the Porta dos Cavaleiros cellar was sold, the new owners found this fine Reserva in a dark and dusty corner. Approaching its mature peak, this grand old '97 needed a deserving home ... and they immediately thought of us. This wine is a real treat for anyone who appreciates wines with a sense of place and history. It comes from the ancient D?o region, south-east of Porto, and is made from the fruit of low-yielding, 30-year-old vines. Then there's the label, made from cork (Portugal is the world's leading cork supplier) and an interesting conversation point at the dining table. Lovely ruby colour, fading to an aged, brick red rim. Forest fruit aromas with mature, savoury notes followed by dried red fruit flavours and an evolved, gamey richness. Great with casseroles or light game dishes.

Clos de Mont-Rachet 2005
Clos de Mont-Rachet 2005 - £9.49
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''One of the claims to greatness of Burgundy 2005 is the wonderful Macon-Villages whites'' - The Times Burgundy fans look to Macon-Villages for fine Chardonnay at a great price. Clos de Mont-Rachet is an 11th century vineyard famed and envied for its rich, elegant whites. Here in 2005 Alain Pierre made his best Mont-Rachet yet, exceptionally pure and wonderfully concentrated. Alain is a Chardonnay specialist extraordinaire winning both the French and International Chardonnay Trophies at the 2006 International Wine Challenge (although as a modest man he attributed all his success to his team and the fantastic Macon Villages terroir). Fresh and floral with enticing acacia aromas and lashings of lively citrus and tropical fruit. Try it with charcuterie, delicate fish dishes or ripe goat's cheese - a wine that's guaranteed to delight any dinner-party guest!

Ferngrove Symbols Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2006
Ferngrove Symbols Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2006 - £9.49
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Praised by leading Australian wine critic James Hallday, the Ferngrove estate is enjoying great success thanks to the skills of their award-winning winemaker, Kim Horton. The remarkable winery sits in Western Australia's Frankland River region. Here the cooler climate helps grapes develop wonderfully refreshing, citrus flavours - guaranteed to delight both you and your guests. ''Crisp and zesty with mouthwatering citrus and passionfruit aromas. Juicy tropical fruit, lime and kiwi flavours make this perfect white to enjoy on its own, with scallops or green salads.''