Red Wine over £12.00 per bottle
Castello di Bossi 2004 - £15.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Castello di Bossi is sitting with a full hand - all the elements to make some of Chianti Classico's best wine are in place.'' Robert Parker Layered with morello cherry and toasty oak richness, Castello di Bossi's wines compete with the very best in the region. The estate is currently in the hands of the Bacci family whose single goal is uncompromising quality. The name Bossi derives from the chest in which the wages of Roman centurions would be carried to their encampments. Documents show wine being made at the historic Castello di Bossi for over 800 years! Vibrant ruby in colour. Rich and savoury with cherry, almond and creamy oak all vying for your attention. Gorgeous now, but ideal for keeping too.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Castello di Bossi is sitting with a full hand - all the elements to make some of Chianti Classico's best wine are in place.'' Robert Parker Layered with morello cherry and toasty oak richness, Castello di Bossi's wines compete with the very best in the region. The estate is currently in the hands of the Bacci family whose single goal is uncompromising quality. The name Bossi derives from the chest in which the wages of Roman centurions would be carried to their encampments. Documents show wine being made at the historic Castello di Bossi for over 800 years! Vibrant ruby in colour. Rich and savoury with cherry, almond and creamy oak all vying for your attention. Gorgeous now, but ideal for keeping too.
Possums Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 - £15.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This barrel-aged, single-vineyard treat comes direct from a Parker-rated cellar in coastal McLaren Vale. Owner, John Possingham has been producing top-shelf wines for over 30 years, and his ancestors were among the earliest 19th century Barossa winemakers. Australian wine bible, WineState Magazine gave this stunning Cabernet a perfect 5-star score, and it's easy to see why. Deep, complex with swathes of ripe black fruit and creamy vanilla oak ... this is the ultimate wine indulgence!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This barrel-aged, single-vineyard treat comes direct from a Parker-rated cellar in coastal McLaren Vale. Owner, John Possingham has been producing top-shelf wines for over 30 years, and his ancestors were among the earliest 19th century Barossa winemakers. Australian wine bible, WineState Magazine gave this stunning Cabernet a perfect 5-star score, and it's easy to see why. Deep, complex with swathes of ripe black fruit and creamy vanilla oak ... this is the ultimate wine indulgence!
Familia Martinez Bujanda Gran Reserva - £15.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The Martinez Bujanda family are one of a handful of Rioja bodegas to own all their own vineyards - giving them total control over ripeness, yield and harvesting. Voted in the World's top 50 wineries by Wine Spectator 9 years running, brothers Carlos and Jesus refuse to rest on their laurels, saying ''We treat each vintage as our first and make it the best we can''. Rare parcel of 2001 Gran Reserva boasting the kind of style that can only come from the very best old vines, hand harvesting, tiny yields, skilled winemaking and two and a half years' barrel ageing. Layers of oak, spice, vanilla, caramel, leather and astoundingly rich, dark fruit. Not much to go round - be quick to secure your share!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The Martinez Bujanda family are one of a handful of Rioja bodegas to own all their own vineyards - giving them total control over ripeness, yield and harvesting. Voted in the World's top 50 wineries by Wine Spectator 9 years running, brothers Carlos and Jesus refuse to rest on their laurels, saying ''We treat each vintage as our first and make it the best we can''. Rare parcel of 2001 Gran Reserva boasting the kind of style that can only come from the very best old vines, hand harvesting, tiny yields, skilled winemaking and two and a half years' barrel ageing. Layers of oak, spice, vanilla, caramel, leather and astoundingly rich, dark fruit. Not much to go round - be quick to secure your share!
Possums Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon - £15.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This barrel-aged, single-vineyard treat comes direct from a Parker-rated cellar in coastal McLaren Vale. Owner, John Possingham has been producing top-shelf wines for over 30 years, and his ancestors were among the earliest 19th century Barossa winemakers. Australian wine bible, WineState Magazine gave this stunning Cabernet a perfect 5-star score, and it's easy to see why. Deep, complex with swathes of ripe black fruit and creamy vanilla oak ... this is the ultimate wine indulgence!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This barrel-aged, single-vineyard treat comes direct from a Parker-rated cellar in coastal McLaren Vale. Owner, John Possingham has been producing top-shelf wines for over 30 years, and his ancestors were among the earliest 19th century Barossa winemakers. Australian wine bible, WineState Magazine gave this stunning Cabernet a perfect 5-star score, and it's easy to see why. Deep, complex with swathes of ripe black fruit and creamy vanilla oak ... this is the ultimate wine indulgence!
Chateau Haut Chaigneau - £15.49
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Made by renowned winemaker Pascal Chatonnet, this is a seriously plummy, ripe Pomerol from the outstanding 2005 vintage. Clarets from this incredibly successful year are becoming increasingly hard to find ... snap this up while stocks remain!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Made by renowned winemaker Pascal Chatonnet, this is a seriously plummy, ripe Pomerol from the outstanding 2005 vintage. Clarets from this incredibly successful year are becoming increasingly hard to find ... snap this up while stocks remain!
The Black Stump Durif Shiraz Magnum 2007 - £15.69
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Australia's most addictive velvety red returns ... and the new 2007 vintage is guaranteed to delight more than ever! That's because the drought affected the berry size, resulting in small berries of intense flavour which pushed concentration to levels we never thought possible. This is a wine with 'wow'! The Black Stump is handcrafted by John Casella, who practises his 'dark art' behind closed doors at his family's remote estate. The wine owes its name to an Aussie expression meaning 'the back of beyond', but its remote origins has not stopped it from winning medals at prestigious competitions around the world. Its secret is dark, captivatingly smooth Durif, a rare grape (''that takes no prisoners'' The Observer), used as a 'turbocharge' to add inky-black fruit to other reds. Here, it's partnered perfectly with another big Aussie red grape, spicy Shiraz. Deep purple hue. Black, brambly Durif given a spicy, blueberry edge by dark chocolate Shiraz and sweet oak. Velvety, voluptuous, and irresistible served in large glasses with char-grilled steak or Sunday roasts.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Australia's most addictive velvety red returns ... and the new 2007 vintage is guaranteed to delight more than ever! That's because the drought affected the berry size, resulting in small berries of intense flavour which pushed concentration to levels we never thought possible. This is a wine with 'wow'! The Black Stump is handcrafted by John Casella, who practises his 'dark art' behind closed doors at his family's remote estate. The wine owes its name to an Aussie expression meaning 'the back of beyond', but its remote origins has not stopped it from winning medals at prestigious competitions around the world. Its secret is dark, captivatingly smooth Durif, a rare grape (''that takes no prisoners'' The Observer), used as a 'turbocharge' to add inky-black fruit to other reds. Here, it's partnered perfectly with another big Aussie red grape, spicy Shiraz. Deep purple hue. Black, brambly Durif given a spicy, blueberry edge by dark chocolate Shiraz and sweet oak. Velvety, voluptuous, and irresistible served in large glasses with char-grilled steak or Sunday roasts.
Gran Calero 2006 - £15.69
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
When our buyers, Thomas Woolrych and James Snoxell returned from a trip to Spain's remote Yecla region they could not contain their enthusiasm for a giant 15% red they'd tasted ''HUGE levels of concentrated black fruit but so luxuriously smooth ... and what a bargain!'' Gnarled old Monastrell vines flourish under Yecla's baking hot sun, and the Calero family, who have owned their cellar here since the 1900s, are known as ''Kings of Monastrell''. Now, with multi-accoladed Ana Isabel Rubio as chief winemaker, the quality of the wines they are producing is staggering! In fact, Robert Parker has awarded wine she has made from these same grapes 90 points! ''Gloriously dark and rich - an effortlessly silky mouthful of concentrated, complex black fruit flavour. At its best when opened an hour before drinking and enjoyed with roasted red meat, steaks or strong cheese.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
When our buyers, Thomas Woolrych and James Snoxell returned from a trip to Spain's remote Yecla region they could not contain their enthusiasm for a giant 15% red they'd tasted ''HUGE levels of concentrated black fruit but so luxuriously smooth ... and what a bargain!'' Gnarled old Monastrell vines flourish under Yecla's baking hot sun, and the Calero family, who have owned their cellar here since the 1900s, are known as ''Kings of Monastrell''. Now, with multi-accoladed Ana Isabel Rubio as chief winemaker, the quality of the wines they are producing is staggering! In fact, Robert Parker has awarded wine she has made from these same grapes 90 points! ''Gloriously dark and rich - an effortlessly silky mouthful of concentrated, complex black fruit flavour. At its best when opened an hour before drinking and enjoyed with roasted red meat, steaks or strong cheese.''
Chateau Laborde 2003 - £15.89
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Multi-accoladed release that boasts a juicy palate of velvety damson. Never better than in 2003 and it confirms Parker's opinion that the best Lalandes rival good Pomerol.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Multi-accoladed release that boasts a juicy palate of velvety damson. Never better than in 2003 and it confirms Parker's opinion that the best Lalandes rival good Pomerol.
Chateau Laborde - £15.89
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Multi-accoladed release that boasts a juicy palate of velvety damson. Never better than in 2003 and it confirms Parker's opinion that the best Lalandes rival good Pomerol.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Multi-accoladed release that boasts a juicy palate of velvety damson. Never better than in 2003 and it confirms Parker's opinion that the best Lalandes rival good Pomerol.
Chateau Duthil 2003 - £15.95
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Don't ignore the better cru bourgeois in this vintage!'' (The Independent). Chateau Duthill is full of mouthfilling richness and juicy, blackcurrants and red berries and hints of spice thanks to the spectacular heatwave of 2003. Expect plenty of flavour for your money!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Don't ignore the better cru bourgeois in this vintage!'' (The Independent). Chateau Duthill is full of mouthfilling richness and juicy, blackcurrants and red berries and hints of spice thanks to the spectacular heatwave of 2003. Expect plenty of flavour for your money!
Finca Valpiedra Reserva 1999 - £15.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
With over 100 years of experience in the area, the highly-acclaimed Martinez Bujanda family are renowned for their dedication to quality and innovation whilst preserving tradition. Recognising the exceptional quality of this vineyard, the family decided to build a bodegas in the vineyard itself, creating one of the most advanced wineries in Rioja. This outstanding Reserva is created with pure commitment to the Finca Valpiedra philosophy - 'to extract the very best from a single vineyard and in each year to achieve a unique wine' Vibrant red cherry colour with powerful, complex aromas of ripe fruit and elegant spicy undertones. Lavishly oaked and bursting with ripe bramble fruit and vanilla flavours. Will pair well with wild boar, pheasant, meaty stews or hard cheeses.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
With over 100 years of experience in the area, the highly-acclaimed Martinez Bujanda family are renowned for their dedication to quality and innovation whilst preserving tradition. Recognising the exceptional quality of this vineyard, the family decided to build a bodegas in the vineyard itself, creating one of the most advanced wineries in Rioja. This outstanding Reserva is created with pure commitment to the Finca Valpiedra philosophy - 'to extract the very best from a single vineyard and in each year to achieve a unique wine' Vibrant red cherry colour with powerful, complex aromas of ripe fruit and elegant spicy undertones. Lavishly oaked and bursting with ripe bramble fruit and vanilla flavours. Will pair well with wild boar, pheasant, meaty stews or hard cheeses.
Longwood Rivers of Fire Shiraz 2004 - £15.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Big and bold, this is McLaren Vale Shiraz at its best. With plenty of spicy blackberry fruit and classic pepper notes, this is a real winner with chargrilled steaks, and rich casseroles.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Big and bold, this is McLaren Vale Shiraz at its best. With plenty of spicy blackberry fruit and classic pepper notes, this is a real winner with chargrilled steaks, and rich casseroles.
Finca Valpiedra Reserva 2004 - £15.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The Martinez Bujanda family are one of a handful of Rioja bodegas to own all their own vineyards - giving them total control over ripeness, yield and harvesting. Voted in the World's top 50 wineries by Wine Spectator 9 years running, brothers Carlos and Jesus refuse to rest on their laurels, saying ''We treat each vintage as our first and make it the best we can''. Hedonistic-single vineyard rarity made from super-ripe grapes in a state-of-the-art winery built by the Bujanda family exclusively to make this wine. Smouldering blackcurrant and hints of leather and allspice from ageing in new French oak barrels. Superb value for a wine of such magnitude, which regularly wins huge international acclaim.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The Martinez Bujanda family are one of a handful of Rioja bodegas to own all their own vineyards - giving them total control over ripeness, yield and harvesting. Voted in the World's top 50 wineries by Wine Spectator 9 years running, brothers Carlos and Jesus refuse to rest on their laurels, saying ''We treat each vintage as our first and make it the best we can''. Hedonistic-single vineyard rarity made from super-ripe grapes in a state-of-the-art winery built by the Bujanda family exclusively to make this wine. Smouldering blackcurrant and hints of leather and allspice from ageing in new French oak barrels. Superb value for a wine of such magnitude, which regularly wins huge international acclaim.
Pagos De Tahola Gran Reserva 1998 - £15.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''1998 was extremely successful ... a classic Reserva year, with deliciously long-lasting wines'' (John Radford of Decanter) ... and this gorgeous example was voted the No.1 Gran Reserva Rioja at a grand tasting held in Spain's most famous wine region. Ruth Chavarri and her father Don Francisco make this trophy winning Reserva from a vineyard first planted by his grandfather in 1882 ... and 1998 saw the ancient vines yielding tiny parcels of powerfully concentrated fruit. Two years in oak and a further six in bottle have framed the core of intensely deep, spicy bramble with creamy, vanilla oak.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''1998 was extremely successful ... a classic Reserva year, with deliciously long-lasting wines'' (John Radford of Decanter) ... and this gorgeous example was voted the No.1 Gran Reserva Rioja at a grand tasting held in Spain's most famous wine region. Ruth Chavarri and her father Don Francisco make this trophy winning Reserva from a vineyard first planted by his grandfather in 1882 ... and 1998 saw the ancient vines yielding tiny parcels of powerfully concentrated fruit. Two years in oak and a further six in bottle have framed the core of intensely deep, spicy bramble with creamy, vanilla oak.
Familia Martinez Bujanda Gran Reserva 1998 - £15.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Rioja Reserva of this age and quality is an exclusive treat - particularly from Riojan royalty, Martinez Bujanda ... voted in ''the world's top 50 estates'' nine years running (Wine Spectator). 1998 was a great year for Rioja - ''a classic Reserva year, with delicious, long-lasting wines'' says Rioja expert John Radford ... so make sure you snap up this wonderfully mellow wine now! '' Deep cherry colour, spicy aromas and brimful of ripe fruit. Lovely toasty oak with a long finish.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Rioja Reserva of this age and quality is an exclusive treat - particularly from Riojan royalty, Martinez Bujanda ... voted in ''the world's top 50 estates'' nine years running (Wine Spectator). 1998 was a great year for Rioja - ''a classic Reserva year, with delicious, long-lasting wines'' says Rioja expert John Radford ... so make sure you snap up this wonderfully mellow wine now! '' Deep cherry colour, spicy aromas and brimful of ripe fruit. Lovely toasty oak with a long finish.''
Baron de Barbon Gran Reserva 2001 - £15.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
A rare release from the excellent 2001 vintage. Tiny amounts of this impressive wine were made from a few parcels of ancient vines on the highest slopes of the sun-drenched, terraced vineyards. These ancient plots yield complex, multi-layered wines - rarities well worth tracking down. Powerful damson and berry fruit, earthy truffles and nutmeg and a complex finish that lingers for hours. Please don't miss your chance to secure this superb Gran Reserva.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
A rare release from the excellent 2001 vintage. Tiny amounts of this impressive wine were made from a few parcels of ancient vines on the highest slopes of the sun-drenched, terraced vineyards. These ancient plots yield complex, multi-layered wines - rarities well worth tracking down. Powerful damson and berry fruit, earthy truffles and nutmeg and a complex finish that lingers for hours. Please don't miss your chance to secure this superb Gran Reserva.
Wilson Gunn Shiraz - £15.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wilson Gunn Shiraz was crafted at our RedHeads studio by Henry Laithwaite, who learned his trade under the expert tuition of legendary McLaren Vale winemaker Michael Fragos. Henry follows the RedHeads philosophy of making, in his own words, ''ultra-rich, complex and fascinating wines ... good enough to stand up with the best in the world, without the extortionate price tag''. His weighty, raspberry-packed Shiraz certainly lives up to Henry's expectations - world-famous wine expert Robert Parker gave it 92 points, Decanter magazine gave it 4 stars AND it won a coveted Silver medal at the International Wine Challenge. A seriously good buy! Rich, powerful and inky purple in colour. Spicy bramble fruit merges with soft, vanilla oak flavours. Delicious enjoyed with grilled or barbecued meats and strong cheeses.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wilson Gunn Shiraz was crafted at our RedHeads studio by Henry Laithwaite, who learned his trade under the expert tuition of legendary McLaren Vale winemaker Michael Fragos. Henry follows the RedHeads philosophy of making, in his own words, ''ultra-rich, complex and fascinating wines ... good enough to stand up with the best in the world, without the extortionate price tag''. His weighty, raspberry-packed Shiraz certainly lives up to Henry's expectations - world-famous wine expert Robert Parker gave it 92 points, Decanter magazine gave it 4 stars AND it won a coveted Silver medal at the International Wine Challenge. A seriously good buy! Rich, powerful and inky purple in colour. Spicy bramble fruit merges with soft, vanilla oak flavours. Delicious enjoyed with grilled or barbecued meats and strong cheeses.
Baron de Barbon Gran Reserva - £15.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
A rare release from the excellent 2001 vintage. Tiny amounts of this impressive wine were made from a few parcels of ancient vines on the highest slopes of the sun-drenched, terraced vineyards. These ancient plots yield complex, multi-layered wines - rarities well worth tracking down. Powerful damson and berry fruit, earthy truffles and nutmeg and a complex finish that lingers for hours. Please don't miss your chance to secure this superb Gran Reserva.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
A rare release from the excellent 2001 vintage. Tiny amounts of this impressive wine were made from a few parcels of ancient vines on the highest slopes of the sun-drenched, terraced vineyards. These ancient plots yield complex, multi-layered wines - rarities well worth tracking down. Powerful damson and berry fruit, earthy truffles and nutmeg and a complex finish that lingers for hours. Please don't miss your chance to secure this superb Gran Reserva.
Wilson Gunn Shiraz 2005 - £15.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wilson Gunn Shiraz was crafted at our RedHeads studio by Henry Laithwaite, who learned his trade under the expert tuition of legendary McLaren Vale winemaker Michael Fragos. Henry follows the RedHeads philosophy of making, in his own words, ''ultra-rich, complex and fascinating wines ... good enough to stand up with the best in the world, without the extortionate price tag''. His weighty, raspberry-packed Shiraz certainly lives up to Henry's expectations - world-famous wine expert Robert Parker gave it 92 points, Decanter magazine gave it 4 stars AND it won a coveted Silver medal at the International Wine Challenge. A seriously good buy! Rich, powerful and inky purple in colour. Spicy bramble fruit merges with soft, vanilla oak flavours. Delicious enjoyed with grilled or barbecued meats and strong cheeses.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wilson Gunn Shiraz was crafted at our RedHeads studio by Henry Laithwaite, who learned his trade under the expert tuition of legendary McLaren Vale winemaker Michael Fragos. Henry follows the RedHeads philosophy of making, in his own words, ''ultra-rich, complex and fascinating wines ... good enough to stand up with the best in the world, without the extortionate price tag''. His weighty, raspberry-packed Shiraz certainly lives up to Henry's expectations - world-famous wine expert Robert Parker gave it 92 points, Decanter magazine gave it 4 stars AND it won a coveted Silver medal at the International Wine Challenge. A seriously good buy! Rich, powerful and inky purple in colour. Spicy bramble fruit merges with soft, vanilla oak flavours. Delicious enjoyed with grilled or barbecued meats and strong cheeses.
Finca Valpiedra Reserva 1998 - £15.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wine has been made in Rioja since at least the second century BC and it remains Spain's greatest fine wine region - producing superb value for money and great quality in equal measure. And Rioja Reservas in particular have a style entirely their own. Subtle, smooth, velvety and fresh, they radiate comfort and warmth like a roasted chestnut. And this is what you get with each glass of Finca Valpiedra - a fine taste of ancient Spain. ''Firm tannins balance a plump texture in this traditional red. Plum, coffee and spice flavours are light but focused. Calls you back for another sip.'' (Wine Spectator) We can't argue there!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wine has been made in Rioja since at least the second century BC and it remains Spain's greatest fine wine region - producing superb value for money and great quality in equal measure. And Rioja Reservas in particular have a style entirely their own. Subtle, smooth, velvety and fresh, they radiate comfort and warmth like a roasted chestnut. And this is what you get with each glass of Finca Valpiedra - a fine taste of ancient Spain. ''Firm tannins balance a plump texture in this traditional red. Plum, coffee and spice flavours are light but focused. Calls you back for another sip.'' (Wine Spectator) We can't argue there!