White Wine between £8.00 and £12.00 per bottle
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!
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!
Emmanuel Dampt Chevalier d'Eon 2004 - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Chevalier d'Eon is an inspirational Burgundy guests will love ... and they'll enjoy the story too! Tonnerre's wines were once favoured by the royal courts of Europe, introduced to them by the Chevalier, a passionate advoacte of Tonnerre wines ... and a secret agent of Louis XV who infiltrated these courts dressed as a woman. Following the turmoil of the French Revolution, the vineyards were abandoned. Then in the 1980s, Chablis winemaker Bernard Dampt replanted a wildly overgrown, once-sacred plot. Now his three sons (one of whom was recently voted Chablis's Young Winemaker of the Year) love making this special wine - and winning medals! Very Chablis like in style with aromas of citrus and sweet gooseberry leading to the full, round palate of great Burgundy. ''2004 is a great vintage for lovers of white Burgundy ... the wines are delicious - cool, fragrant, pure and fruity'' (Decanter).
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Chevalier d'Eon is an inspirational Burgundy guests will love ... and they'll enjoy the story too! Tonnerre's wines were once favoured by the royal courts of Europe, introduced to them by the Chevalier, a passionate advoacte of Tonnerre wines ... and a secret agent of Louis XV who infiltrated these courts dressed as a woman. Following the turmoil of the French Revolution, the vineyards were abandoned. Then in the 1980s, Chablis winemaker Bernard Dampt replanted a wildly overgrown, once-sacred plot. Now his three sons (one of whom was recently voted Chablis's Young Winemaker of the Year) love making this special wine - and winning medals! Very Chablis like in style with aromas of citrus and sweet gooseberry leading to the full, round palate of great Burgundy. ''2004 is a great vintage for lovers of white Burgundy ... the wines are delicious - cool, fragrant, pure and fruity'' (Decanter).
Paul Zinck Riesling Prestige 2005 - £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.
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.
V.R - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This fabulous Viognier (code name VR) is one of the first releases from our beautiful old 'Chai' that lies on the quayside at Castillon, Bordeaux.'Le Chai au Quai (pronounced 'Shay OK'), allows us to cherry pick the finest parcels of wine and age them to add complexity ... and still be able to offer them to you at remarkably low prices! Our winemaker Jean-Marc Sauboua took the finest parcels of Viognier from southern France's superlative 2005 vintage and slowly fermented them to fully capture the famous honeyed apricot flavour that fans love so much. He then aged the wine in fine French oak, just like they do for #20-a-bottle Condrieu. Fresh stone fruit and honey aromas, with a hint of blossom. Rich and full with a touch of cinnamon spice and vanilla from the oak ageing. A lovely partner to creamy fish or seafood dishes.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This fabulous Viognier (code name VR) is one of the first releases from our beautiful old 'Chai' that lies on the quayside at Castillon, Bordeaux.'Le Chai au Quai (pronounced 'Shay OK'), allows us to cherry pick the finest parcels of wine and age them to add complexity ... and still be able to offer them to you at remarkably low prices! Our winemaker Jean-Marc Sauboua took the finest parcels of Viognier from southern France's superlative 2005 vintage and slowly fermented them to fully capture the famous honeyed apricot flavour that fans love so much. He then aged the wine in fine French oak, just like they do for #20-a-bottle Condrieu. Fresh stone fruit and honey aromas, with a hint of blossom. Rich and full with a touch of cinnamon spice and vanilla from the oak ageing. A lovely partner to creamy fish or seafood dishes.
V.O - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
We can't wait for you to try this super fresh white from Rueda - Spain's answer to Sancerre - especially as it's one of the first releases from '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.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
We can't wait for you to try this super fresh white from Rueda - Spain's answer to Sancerre - especially as it's one of the first releases from '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.
Le Clou - £9.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Lovingly hand crafted, 'Le Clou' is made to resemble fine white Burgundy ... but for much less than the usual #20-a-bottle price! Little wonder it's become a real favourite over the years! It's only made in the very best vintages, using fruit sourced near Carcassone - a region famed for its cool-climate Chardonnay. Winemaker Jean-Marc Sauboua has won plenty of awards for his wines and has developed an extensive network of grape-growing friends in the area, which allows him to cherry-pick only the very best fruit. Complex flavours of lemon, lychee and toasty butter from nine months spent mellowing in the best oak barriques. Rich and fat, with a long dry finish. Like fine Meursault, it's a must for luxury dining.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Lovingly hand crafted, 'Le Clou' is made to resemble fine white Burgundy ... but for much less than the usual #20-a-bottle price! Little wonder it's become a real favourite over the years! It's only made in the very best vintages, using fruit sourced near Carcassone - a region famed for its cool-climate Chardonnay. Winemaker Jean-Marc Sauboua has won plenty of awards for his wines and has developed an extensive network of grape-growing friends in the area, which allows him to cherry-pick only the very best fruit. Complex flavours of lemon, lychee and toasty butter from nine months spent mellowing in the best oak barriques. Rich and fat, with a long dry finish. Like fine Meursault, it's a must for luxury dining.
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.
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.
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.
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 - £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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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 - £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.
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 - £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.
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.
Wolf Blass President Selec T Chardonnay 75c - £56.32
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £9.39 per bottle. Price on 05-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
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £9.39 per bottle. Price on 05-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
Tesco Finest Pouilly Fume 75cl - £56.89
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £9.48 per bottle. Price on 05-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.
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £9.48 per bottle. Price on 05-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.
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!
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 - £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.''
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.''