Wine from Other Countries between £8.00 and £12.00 per bottle
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.
Scrimshaw Shiraz 2006 - £8.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Scrimshaw Shiraz is rich, barrel-aged classic that's deeper and smoother - that's ever thanks to winemaking legend, Philip Shaw. Philip is arguably the world's greatest living winemaker. With THREE Winemaker of the Year awards under his belt, he's renowned for pushing quality boundaries with his modern, vibrant, expressive wines. He began his winemaking at 15, and since graduating, has worked with practically all of Australia's biggest players, winning countless awards for his wines. For Scrimshaw 2006, Philip sought out the very best fruit from Australia's top cool-climate regions. McLaren Vale, renowned as ''Australia's Chateauneuf'' The Independent, and ''the best South Australian spot for Shiraz.'' The Times. PLUS, this year Scrimshaw boasts fruit from NEW fine wine hot-spot Orange, where Philip makes his home, known for its ''graceful wines'' (Canberra Times) Philip's boutique wines are ''epic ...collectors' pieces ... unmissable'' Matthew Jukes, and sell for #20-plus a bottle ... yet with Scrimshaw 2006 you'll enjoy a 'Shaw' masterpiece for much less!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Scrimshaw Shiraz is rich, barrel-aged classic that's deeper and smoother - that's ever thanks to winemaking legend, Philip Shaw. Philip is arguably the world's greatest living winemaker. With THREE Winemaker of the Year awards under his belt, he's renowned for pushing quality boundaries with his modern, vibrant, expressive wines. He began his winemaking at 15, and since graduating, has worked with practically all of Australia's biggest players, winning countless awards for his wines. For Scrimshaw 2006, Philip sought out the very best fruit from Australia's top cool-climate regions. McLaren Vale, renowned as ''Australia's Chateauneuf'' The Independent, and ''the best South Australian spot for Shiraz.'' The Times. PLUS, this year Scrimshaw boasts fruit from NEW fine wine hot-spot Orange, where Philip makes his home, known for its ''graceful wines'' (Canberra Times) Philip's boutique wines are ''epic ...collectors' pieces ... unmissable'' Matthew Jukes, and sell for #20-plus a bottle ... yet with Scrimshaw 2006 you'll enjoy a 'Shaw' masterpiece for much less!
Warburn Estate Oak-aged Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 - £8.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
From hand selection of the finest grapes from the best Warburn vineyards (with vines up to 100 years old!), to lavish barrel-ageing ... it's star treatment all the way for this terrifically rich Cabernet! But then again, you'd expect nothing less from Trophy-laden winemaker, Sam Trimboli. We've worked with Sam for years and every vintage (no matter what the weather was like) - is better than the last! Bright red in the glass, with magnificent blackcurrant, cherry and mint chocolate flavours. Velvety smooth with well rounded tannins - this is excellent on its own or with rare steak!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
From hand selection of the finest grapes from the best Warburn vineyards (with vines up to 100 years old!), to lavish barrel-ageing ... it's star treatment all the way for this terrifically rich Cabernet! But then again, you'd expect nothing less from Trophy-laden winemaker, Sam Trimboli. We've worked with Sam for years and every vintage (no matter what the weather was like) - is better than the last! Bright red in the glass, with magnificent blackcurrant, cherry and mint chocolate flavours. Velvety smooth with well rounded tannins - this is excellent on its own or with rare steak!
Warburn Estate Oak-aged Durif 2007 - £8.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Deep, dark Durif ''takes no prisoners'' according to Tim Atkin - and ripens to perfection in the Aussie sun. No wonder it's winemaker Sam Trimboli's favourite grape (his number plate even spells it out!). And 2007 is his best yet! Severe drought affected the size of the Durif grapes, resulting in small berries of intense flavour which pushed concentration to levels we never thought possible. Magnificently rich with oodles of smooth plum, black cherry and tantalising Syrah-like spice. Velvety, voluptuous, and irresistible served in large glasses with char-grilled steak.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Deep, dark Durif ''takes no prisoners'' according to Tim Atkin - and ripens to perfection in the Aussie sun. No wonder it's winemaker Sam Trimboli's favourite grape (his number plate even spells it out!). And 2007 is his best yet! Severe drought affected the size of the Durif grapes, resulting in small berries of intense flavour which pushed concentration to levels we never thought possible. Magnificently rich with oodles of smooth plum, black cherry and tantalising Syrah-like spice. Velvety, voluptuous, and irresistible served in large glasses with char-grilled steak.
Bovlei Centenary 2007 - £8.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
2007 saw Wellington's Bovlei winery reach its centenary year and to celebrate, they crafted just 665 cases of this majestic red ... and thanks to our longstanding friendship, Bovlei set some aside, just for you! Head winemaker Frank Meaker is a luminary figure in South African wine. His grandfather was Paul Sauer, political activist and founder of Kanonkop Estate, South Africa's finest winery. Frank's earliest memories are of walking the vines with his grandfather, dreaming of the day when he could make his own wines. To make this special, one-off blockbuster, Frank selected the finest parcels of fruit. He chose the ripest Petit Verdot for elegant, backboned structure. Then to add super-smooth depth, Frank drew on the Cape's fortified heritage, choosing two delightful old Port varieties - Souzoa and Touriga Nacional. A nine-month rest in fine oak adds a subtle vanilla layer to this delightfully unique wine. Gloriously complex combination of blackberry and mulberry fruit, claret-like structure and subtle oak. The Port grapes add a warm mouthfeel and sweet nuances ... great with roasts and chargrilled steaks.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
2007 saw Wellington's Bovlei winery reach its centenary year and to celebrate, they crafted just 665 cases of this majestic red ... and thanks to our longstanding friendship, Bovlei set some aside, just for you! Head winemaker Frank Meaker is a luminary figure in South African wine. His grandfather was Paul Sauer, political activist and founder of Kanonkop Estate, South Africa's finest winery. Frank's earliest memories are of walking the vines with his grandfather, dreaming of the day when he could make his own wines. To make this special, one-off blockbuster, Frank selected the finest parcels of fruit. He chose the ripest Petit Verdot for elegant, backboned structure. Then to add super-smooth depth, Frank drew on the Cape's fortified heritage, choosing two delightful old Port varieties - Souzoa and Touriga Nacional. A nine-month rest in fine oak adds a subtle vanilla layer to this delightfully unique wine. Gloriously complex combination of blackberry and mulberry fruit, claret-like structure and subtle oak. The Port grapes add a warm mouthfeel and sweet nuances ... great with roasts and chargrilled steaks.
Harman's Road Chardonnay - £8.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Fantastic news for bargain hunters, fans of Australia's finest and classic white devotees (Burgundy lovers included) - we've secured a special shipment of premium Western Australian Chardonnay ... at an incredibly low price! ''Margaret River is about finesse and style'' (The Times) and this wine comes from one of the finest estates here. Made using Chardonnay from 14 of Margaret River's best vineyards to make Harman's Road and we reckon it's at the top of its game. Cool sea breezes here keep the fruit mouthwateringly crisp and fresh. And top-quality French oak barrels give the wine a toasty richness that Burgundy fans will adore. ''Deep golden colour with pronounced vanilla and peach aromas. A profusion of tropical fruit flavours, kept in check by a swathe of creamy oak. Wonderful with roast poultry, turkey especially.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Fantastic news for bargain hunters, fans of Australia's finest and classic white devotees (Burgundy lovers included) - we've secured a special shipment of premium Western Australian Chardonnay ... at an incredibly low price! ''Margaret River is about finesse and style'' (The Times) and this wine comes from one of the finest estates here. Made using Chardonnay from 14 of Margaret River's best vineyards to make Harman's Road and we reckon it's at the top of its game. Cool sea breezes here keep the fruit mouthwateringly crisp and fresh. And top-quality French oak barrels give the wine a toasty richness that Burgundy fans will adore. ''Deep golden colour with pronounced vanilla and peach aromas. A profusion of tropical fruit flavours, kept in check by a swathe of creamy oak. Wonderful with roast poultry, turkey especially.''
Three Hats Reserve Limestone Coast Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 - £8.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Sumptuous Cabernet from south Australia's unique Terra Rossa soils, made famous by Coonawarra. Cabernet grown on this red soil has an intensity (with a distinctively delicious minty character) to rival cru classe claret! The proud wearers of the '3 hats' are brothers Lou, Sam and Jim Miranda - legends of Aussie wine and our oldest Oz friends! In the last 12 years, the family's knowledge (gleaned from six generations) and talent has won them over 1,500 awards! Bright purple with pronounced aromas of blackberry and fresh mint. Velvety soft, with a generous mouthful of ripe bramble fruit and chocolaty spice. A delicious, mouthfilling glass on its own or the perfect accompaniment to beef casserole.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Sumptuous Cabernet from south Australia's unique Terra Rossa soils, made famous by Coonawarra. Cabernet grown on this red soil has an intensity (with a distinctively delicious minty character) to rival cru classe claret! The proud wearers of the '3 hats' are brothers Lou, Sam and Jim Miranda - legends of Aussie wine and our oldest Oz friends! In the last 12 years, the family's knowledge (gleaned from six generations) and talent has won them over 1,500 awards! Bright purple with pronounced aromas of blackberry and fresh mint. Velvety soft, with a generous mouthful of ripe bramble fruit and chocolaty spice. A delicious, mouthfilling glass on its own or the perfect accompaniment to beef casserole.
Chateau Moulin de Pillardot 2006 - £8.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Moulin de Pillardot takes its name from an ancient windmill set among the 77 hectares that make up Chateau Bourdicotte. It is the estate's top cuvee - a Bordeaux Superieur from a tiny plot of the Chateau's finest vines. These vines occupy one of the most elevated points in the Bordeaux region - the perfect position for wonderfully fragrant wines like this one. Head winemaker, Jean-Francois Corps ferments the Merlot and Cabernet juice separately in a state-of-the-art facility and ages the wine 6 months in small oak barriques before blending. Impressive ripe red fruit and spice on the nose. Plum and vanilla flavours with hints of caramelized fruit. Impressively smooth structure with a great length. Lovely with breast of duck or pigeon, or a saddle of lamb.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Moulin de Pillardot takes its name from an ancient windmill set among the 77 hectares that make up Chateau Bourdicotte. It is the estate's top cuvee - a Bordeaux Superieur from a tiny plot of the Chateau's finest vines. These vines occupy one of the most elevated points in the Bordeaux region - the perfect position for wonderfully fragrant wines like this one. Head winemaker, Jean-Francois Corps ferments the Merlot and Cabernet juice separately in a state-of-the-art facility and ages the wine 6 months in small oak barriques before blending. Impressive ripe red fruit and spice on the nose. Plum and vanilla flavours with hints of caramelized fruit. Impressively smooth structure with a great length. Lovely with breast of duck or pigeon, or a saddle of lamb.
Babich Family Reserve Sauvignon Blanc - £8.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Established 90 years ago, the renowned Babich family cellars is now in the hands of the third-generation. With 45 years of winemaking experience, Joe Babich is one of New Zealand's leading producers with a respect from grape varieties' classic style. Joe's Family Reserve Sauvignon is a perfect example of why New Zealand sets the benchmark for quality, zippy whites the world over. Coupled with the fact that ''2006 gave the best growing conditions in New Zealand to date'' (Rosemary George, MW) this is a Kiwi classic and its finest. Powerful, exciting aromas of tropical fruit and citrus. Passionfruit, pineapple and ripe gooseberry fruit flavours with a zesty lime finish. Rich and refreshing. Great on its own or with seafood dishes, exotic salad, lobster and oysters.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Established 90 years ago, the renowned Babich family cellars is now in the hands of the third-generation. With 45 years of winemaking experience, Joe Babich is one of New Zealand's leading producers with a respect from grape varieties' classic style. Joe's Family Reserve Sauvignon is a perfect example of why New Zealand sets the benchmark for quality, zippy whites the world over. Coupled with the fact that ''2006 gave the best growing conditions in New Zealand to date'' (Rosemary George, MW) this is a Kiwi classic and its finest. Powerful, exciting aromas of tropical fruit and citrus. Passionfruit, pineapple and ripe gooseberry fruit flavours with a zesty lime finish. Rich and refreshing. Great on its own or with seafood dishes, exotic salad, lobster and oysters.
Chateau de Montpatey - £8.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wait until you taste this ... a silky-smooth, gloriously rich 2005 from winemaking legend Alain Servau, whose Grand Cru reds sell out for #50-#100 a bottle, win huge acclaim and are a must-have for collectors worldwide. Alain describes conditions as ''perfect'' in 2005 ... Pinot Noir grapes, hand-picked from the steep slopes of Chateau de Montpatey's tiny vineyard, came in bursting with health ... and incredibly deep flavours. ''One great advantage of 2005 is the quality and value of Bourgogne Rouge - gorgeous, with intense, silky palates'' (The Times) As Alain says, you do very little with fruit this good - just let the Pinot Noir flavours sing ... amplified in such a top year and rounded out by fine oak ageing. ''Delicious red Burgundy from a vintage that'll be talked about for years! Has Alain's trademark purity and elegance. Intense, classic raspberry and violet aromas lead to a velvety, voluptuous palate with impressive length of flavour. Perfect with rich game dishes.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wait until you taste this ... a silky-smooth, gloriously rich 2005 from winemaking legend Alain Servau, whose Grand Cru reds sell out for #50-#100 a bottle, win huge acclaim and are a must-have for collectors worldwide. Alain describes conditions as ''perfect'' in 2005 ... Pinot Noir grapes, hand-picked from the steep slopes of Chateau de Montpatey's tiny vineyard, came in bursting with health ... and incredibly deep flavours. ''One great advantage of 2005 is the quality and value of Bourgogne Rouge - gorgeous, with intense, silky palates'' (The Times) As Alain says, you do very little with fruit this good - just let the Pinot Noir flavours sing ... amplified in such a top year and rounded out by fine oak ageing. ''Delicious red Burgundy from a vintage that'll be talked about for years! Has Alain's trademark purity and elegance. Intense, classic raspberry and violet aromas lead to a velvety, voluptuous palate with impressive length of flavour. Perfect with rich game dishes.''
La Chapelle de Calamiac Syrah 2006 - £8.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Blind tastings are a level playing field, where judges can't be influenced by fancy reputations. Many top chateaux shy away from such competitions, but when we tasted La Chapelle de Calamiac from Benoit Blancheton (whose Chateauneuf won 92 Parker points!) we insisted he enter French Magazine's South of France blind tasting. Here's what the judges had to say: ''without a doubt the winner of this tasting. More complex than all the other wines''. Benoit had access to fruit from exclusive cru La Liviniere. There's a hefty premium to pay to give his wine the cru classification, so this year, he chose not to classify - passing the savings onto you! The tasting team said ''the flavours of mature red fruits such as blackcurrant and strawberries are perfectly balanced with some gentle notes of wood and vanilla''. Best with cassoulet, game pie or hard cheeses. Order now to be sure of yours!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Blind tastings are a level playing field, where judges can't be influenced by fancy reputations. Many top chateaux shy away from such competitions, but when we tasted La Chapelle de Calamiac from Benoit Blancheton (whose Chateauneuf won 92 Parker points!) we insisted he enter French Magazine's South of France blind tasting. Here's what the judges had to say: ''without a doubt the winner of this tasting. More complex than all the other wines''. Benoit had access to fruit from exclusive cru La Liviniere. There's a hefty premium to pay to give his wine the cru classification, so this year, he chose not to classify - passing the savings onto you! The tasting team said ''the flavours of mature red fruits such as blackcurrant and strawberries are perfectly balanced with some gentle notes of wood and vanilla''. Best with cassoulet, game pie or hard cheeses. Order now to be sure of yours!
Plane Tree Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2006 - £9.15
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Gifted husband and wife team Phil and Chris Rose were growing premium estate Sauvignon on the banks of Marlborough's Wairau River long before Cloudy Bay made the area famous. At their state-of-the-art winery they craft consistent medal-winning wines from 100% estate grown, ultra ripe grapes, including this stunning exclusive. Named after the trees lining the road to their winery, this mouthwatering classic is made from estate-grown grapes only - leading to an intense purity of flavour that producers away from this golden stretch of river can only dream of. Knock-out aromas and flavours of gooseberry and citrus. Intense but above all refreshing. Every sip is invigoratingly pure and all the fresher for the screwcap!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Gifted husband and wife team Phil and Chris Rose were growing premium estate Sauvignon on the banks of Marlborough's Wairau River long before Cloudy Bay made the area famous. At their state-of-the-art winery they craft consistent medal-winning wines from 100% estate grown, ultra ripe grapes, including this stunning exclusive. Named after the trees lining the road to their winery, this mouthwatering classic is made from estate-grown grapes only - leading to an intense purity of flavour that producers away from this golden stretch of river can only dream of. Knock-out aromas and flavours of gooseberry and citrus. Intense but above all refreshing. Every sip is invigoratingly pure and all the fresher for the screwcap!
Gran Valle de Niebla Pinot Noir 2007 - £9.15
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Gloriously fresh fruit flavours is something Chile excels at, and this silky smooth, sumptuous Pinot Noir - the great grape of elegant Burgundy - is a prime example. It's made by Adolfo Hurtado, Chile's youngest ever Winemaker of the Year and the man who helped grab the Cono Sur winery six Gold medals in one year. The winery uses environmentally friendly methods to reduce yields and therefore maximise rich flavour concentration ... and you can taste that here. Lush, ruby red in colour. Fresh, soft wine with a wonderful nose of strawberry jam, cherry and raspberries. Watch out Burgundy!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Gloriously fresh fruit flavours is something Chile excels at, and this silky smooth, sumptuous Pinot Noir - the great grape of elegant Burgundy - is a prime example. It's made by Adolfo Hurtado, Chile's youngest ever Winemaker of the Year and the man who helped grab the Cono Sur winery six Gold medals in one year. The winery uses environmentally friendly methods to reduce yields and therefore maximise rich flavour concentration ... and you can taste that here. Lush, ruby red in colour. Fresh, soft wine with a wonderful nose of strawberry jam, cherry and raspberries. Watch out Burgundy!
Domaine Dupre 2003 - £9.19
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Top-flight white Burgundy is the classic white for fine entertaining and Domaine Dupre charms connoisseurs because it offers the opulent, buttery richness of France's premier white region ... without the usual prohibitive price tag. Here Jean-Christophe Dupre insists on fermenting in fine oak barrels normally reserved for expensive Meursault. Exciting (and rare) to be able to release this at three years old, nearing gorgeous maturity. Complex aromas of vanilla toast and spicy orange citrus. Meursault-like in its rich, buttery apricot depth and long finish.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Top-flight white Burgundy is the classic white for fine entertaining and Domaine Dupre charms connoisseurs because it offers the opulent, buttery richness of France's premier white region ... without the usual prohibitive price tag. Here Jean-Christophe Dupre insists on fermenting in fine oak barrels normally reserved for expensive Meursault. Exciting (and rare) to be able to release this at three years old, nearing gorgeous maturity. Complex aromas of vanilla toast and spicy orange citrus. Meursault-like in its rich, buttery apricot depth and long finish.
Domaine Dupre 2005 - £9.19
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
White Burgundy is the ultimate dinner-party white and often very expensive. That's why great-value Domaine Dupre has won over so many collectors ... and critics like Hugh Johnson, who praised its ''spicy, exotic nose and fantastic balance.'' ''The greatest Macon whites stand alongside Chablis and the Cote d'Or in quality'' - Decanter As you'd expect in such a sensational year, the 2005 reaches new levels of buttery richness. This glorious, barrel-aged Chardonnay gives classic Meursault a run for its money! Beautifully rich, with a toasty vanilla and citrus nose, buttery apricot depth and a mile-long finish.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
White Burgundy is the ultimate dinner-party white and often very expensive. That's why great-value Domaine Dupre has won over so many collectors ... and critics like Hugh Johnson, who praised its ''spicy, exotic nose and fantastic balance.'' ''The greatest Macon whites stand alongside Chablis and the Cote d'Or in quality'' - Decanter As you'd expect in such a sensational year, the 2005 reaches new levels of buttery richness. This glorious, barrel-aged Chardonnay gives classic Meursault a run for its money! Beautifully rich, with a toasty vanilla and citrus nose, buttery apricot depth and a mile-long finish.
Domaine Boirie 2003 - £9.19
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This delicious, medal-winning Burgundy comes from a small private domaine in the rising star region of the Macon. ''Lovely toasty aromas, ripe melon and honey character plus a gentle touch of minerality. A very versatile wine that will accompany trout, ham, turkey and more ...''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This delicious, medal-winning Burgundy comes from a small private domaine in the rising star region of the Macon. ''Lovely toasty aromas, ripe melon and honey character plus a gentle touch of minerality. A very versatile wine that will accompany trout, ham, turkey and more ...''
Domaine Dupre 2004 - £9.19
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Domaine Dupre crafts seriously good white Burgundy in the heart of the Macon Villages. Their wines, like this soft, buttery white highlight the amazing value on offer in this region ... certainly one to snap up if you're a fan of the rich wines of Burgundy, but not of the heft price tags! ''Plenty of fresh citrus aromas, softened by butter and vanilla. Smooth and rounded on the palate. A great match for creamier chicken dishes.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Domaine Dupre crafts seriously good white Burgundy in the heart of the Macon Villages. Their wines, like this soft, buttery white highlight the amazing value on offer in this region ... certainly one to snap up if you're a fan of the rich wines of Burgundy, but not of the heft price tags! ''Plenty of fresh citrus aromas, softened by butter and vanilla. Smooth and rounded on the palate. A great match for creamier chicken dishes.''
Dezzani I Morelli 2006 - £9.19
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Innocently light ... this glorious discovery comes from the hills of Piedmont. It has oceans of fruit flavour and a little bit of everything else that's delicious - sparkle, sweetness, crispness ... and the featherlight touch of just 5% alcohol. Moscato d'Asti is not to be confused with simple Asti - this has much greater depth of flavour and finesse. And family-made, authentic gems like Dezzani Morelli seldom leave Italy - but look what happens when it does! Gold at the International Wine Challenge ... PLUS a successful showing at the Vintage Festival and glowing recommendations in The Guardian and The Telegraph. This is a pride and joy speciality of the Dezzani family. And, as one leading writer puts it: ''The amount of work going into producing Moscato d'Asti makes a mockery of the price.'' This is a genuine bargain ... you simply must try it! ''Straw yellow colour with emerald glints. Very aromatic - apples, pears and floral notes - gently honeyed white fruit fl avours and a crisp, subtle sparkle. Perfect on its own or with fruit tarts.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Innocently light ... this glorious discovery comes from the hills of Piedmont. It has oceans of fruit flavour and a little bit of everything else that's delicious - sparkle, sweetness, crispness ... and the featherlight touch of just 5% alcohol. Moscato d'Asti is not to be confused with simple Asti - this has much greater depth of flavour and finesse. And family-made, authentic gems like Dezzani Morelli seldom leave Italy - but look what happens when it does! Gold at the International Wine Challenge ... PLUS a successful showing at the Vintage Festival and glowing recommendations in The Guardian and The Telegraph. This is a pride and joy speciality of the Dezzani family. And, as one leading writer puts it: ''The amount of work going into producing Moscato d'Asti makes a mockery of the price.'' This is a genuine bargain ... you simply must try it! ''Straw yellow colour with emerald glints. Very aromatic - apples, pears and floral notes - gently honeyed white fruit fl avours and a crisp, subtle sparkle. Perfect on its own or with fruit tarts.''
Hommage a Pierre Alexandre Jean-Marie Raimbault 2007 - £9.19
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
With centuries of Sancerre know-how, it's little wonder this is Sauvignon at its racy, medal-winning best! Using fruit sourced from a premium single vineyard, winemaker Jean-Marie Raimbault has produced one of the most intense, mineral-rich whites you're likely to taste at this low price! You'd be forgiven for not knowing of Coteaux du Giennois. The Sancerre lookalikes made here are very rare indeed. The region is a stone's throw from Sancerre itself, and the outstanding quality here has seen it awarded Appellation Controlee status, but prices remain in your favour. Why? Winemakers are unable to rely on the name (as yet) to sell their wines, so the quality has to speak for itself - and it really does! Especially when the Raimbault team are in charge, lavishing Hommage a Pierre Alexandre with all the care of their top releases. Exceptionally fresh and packed with vibrant cut-grass, gooseberry and green-apple flavours, Hommage a Pierre Alexandre Jean-Marie Raimbault has a mouth-biting crispness that Sauvignon fans will adore!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
With centuries of Sancerre know-how, it's little wonder this is Sauvignon at its racy, medal-winning best! Using fruit sourced from a premium single vineyard, winemaker Jean-Marie Raimbault has produced one of the most intense, mineral-rich whites you're likely to taste at this low price! You'd be forgiven for not knowing of Coteaux du Giennois. The Sancerre lookalikes made here are very rare indeed. The region is a stone's throw from Sancerre itself, and the outstanding quality here has seen it awarded Appellation Controlee status, but prices remain in your favour. Why? Winemakers are unable to rely on the name (as yet) to sell their wines, so the quality has to speak for itself - and it really does! Especially when the Raimbault team are in charge, lavishing Hommage a Pierre Alexandre with all the care of their top releases. Exceptionally fresh and packed with vibrant cut-grass, gooseberry and green-apple flavours, Hommage a Pierre Alexandre Jean-Marie Raimbault has a mouth-biting crispness that Sauvignon fans will adore!
Cuvee du Vatican 2006 - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Cuvee du Vatican is a legendary name in the Rhone, famous for its Chateauneuf-du-Pape, which has in recent years notched up a series of 90-plus scores from fine wine critic Robert Parker. Worldwide demand is huge. Fortunately the winemaking genius behind the cellar's rise to fame, Jean-Marc Diffonty, holds us in very high regard. That's why he's made this special Cotes-du-Rhone-Villages exclusively for you - although a few bottles could be heading for Rome given the Vatican's fondness for this cellar! They call this 'Le Petit Frere' in the cellar because it has the spicy red fruit and depth of their Chateauneuf - but it's supple, gentler and perfect to drink right now. So, echoes of a world icon but at a fraction of the price! Ruby colour and seductive blackberry, dark cherry and wild herb aromas. Plenty of peppery black fruit, earthy, savoury notes and supple tannins. Lovely with roast red meats.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Cuvee du Vatican is a legendary name in the Rhone, famous for its Chateauneuf-du-Pape, which has in recent years notched up a series of 90-plus scores from fine wine critic Robert Parker. Worldwide demand is huge. Fortunately the winemaking genius behind the cellar's rise to fame, Jean-Marc Diffonty, holds us in very high regard. That's why he's made this special Cotes-du-Rhone-Villages exclusively for you - although a few bottles could be heading for Rome given the Vatican's fondness for this cellar! They call this 'Le Petit Frere' in the cellar because it has the spicy red fruit and depth of their Chateauneuf - but it's supple, gentler and perfect to drink right now. So, echoes of a world icon but at a fraction of the price! Ruby colour and seductive blackberry, dark cherry and wild herb aromas. Plenty of peppery black fruit, earthy, savoury notes and supple tannins. Lovely with roast red meats.
Reserve de Gassac Grande Cuvee 2004 - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Aime Guibert's Mas de Daumas Gassac shot from obscurity 25 years ago to lead a thrilling quality revolution in southern France. His wines were hailed as 'a miracle'... experts debated whether it was more like Lafite or Latour...revered wine writer and Sotheby's expert Michael Broadbent described Aime's white as ''One of the top ten whites in the world.'' The Grande Cuvee is made from small patches of vines (mainly ripe, aromatic Sauvignon) growing amid the sparse southern stone and scrub. The wine's 'secret' is the careful use of intense but little-known local varieties and light barrel-ageing, lending exotic complexity and uniquely delicious flavours. Bright and herby. A fresher style of Gassac on the nose but the palate is familiar; exotic juicy southern weight and a strong finish. Terrific!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Aime Guibert's Mas de Daumas Gassac shot from obscurity 25 years ago to lead a thrilling quality revolution in southern France. His wines were hailed as 'a miracle'... experts debated whether it was more like Lafite or Latour...revered wine writer and Sotheby's expert Michael Broadbent described Aime's white as ''One of the top ten whites in the world.'' The Grande Cuvee is made from small patches of vines (mainly ripe, aromatic Sauvignon) growing amid the sparse southern stone and scrub. The wine's 'secret' is the careful use of intense but little-known local varieties and light barrel-ageing, lending exotic complexity and uniquely delicious flavours. Bright and herby. A fresher style of Gassac on the nose but the palate is familiar; exotic juicy southern weight and a strong finish. Terrific!