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Caves Saint Pierre Preference Ch Neuf Du Pape75 - £96.84
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £16.14 per bottle. Price on 11-Oct-08 from Tesco.
Deep purple in colour with dark red glints. It has a complex nose of red fruits, prunes & spice with hints of chocolate. An elegant, full bodied & supple wine with silky tannins which balance perfectly with the intense fruit aromas to give a long finish
For 6 bottles - equivalent to £16.14 per bottle. Price on 11-Oct-08 from Tesco.
Deep purple in colour with dark red glints. It has a complex nose of red fruits, prunes & spice with hints of chocolate. An elegant, full bodied & supple wine with silky tannins which balance perfectly with the intense fruit aromas to give a long finish
Chateau Haut Chaigneau 2005 - £16.15
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!
Chateau La Garde 2005 - £16.15
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Aromas of blackberry and dark chocolate follow through to a full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a long finish. Very well done'' (Wine Spectator) This terrific estate produce textbook Graves red that's always great value. Exceptional value in 2005.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Aromas of blackberry and dark chocolate follow through to a full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a long finish. Very well done'' (Wine Spectator) This terrific estate produce textbook Graves red that's always great value. Exceptional value in 2005.
La Crema Pinot Noir - £16.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The La Crema winery is an established specialist in intensely flavoured Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the cool Sonoma Coast. Unlike many wineries in the region, La Crema does not have large tourist facilities and is not open to the public. It is a small top-end family estate that gets on with the job of handcrafting fine wines, barrel by barrel. Fruit quality is the starting point of any fine wine and La Crema has plenty of great grapes. Like the Burgundy region, the vineyards of Sonoma Coast offer an unusually long, cool and even growing season. Fog and breezes from the nearby Pacific Ocean help to moderate temperatures and slow the ripening process. The results at harvest are small grapes with highly concentrated varietal aromas and flavours. This delicious Pinot Noir opens with aromas of ripe cherries, blossom, spicy clove and liquorice. In the mouth, cherry, plum, orange peel and tea leaves flavours shine through. Balanced acidity and firm tannins round out a long, lingering finish.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The La Crema winery is an established specialist in intensely flavoured Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the cool Sonoma Coast. Unlike many wineries in the region, La Crema does not have large tourist facilities and is not open to the public. It is a small top-end family estate that gets on with the job of handcrafting fine wines, barrel by barrel. Fruit quality is the starting point of any fine wine and La Crema has plenty of great grapes. Like the Burgundy region, the vineyards of Sonoma Coast offer an unusually long, cool and even growing season. Fog and breezes from the nearby Pacific Ocean help to moderate temperatures and slow the ripening process. The results at harvest are small grapes with highly concentrated varietal aromas and flavours. This delicious Pinot Noir opens with aromas of ripe cherries, blossom, spicy clove and liquorice. In the mouth, cherry, plum, orange peel and tea leaves flavours shine through. Balanced acidity and firm tannins round out a long, lingering finish.
La Crema Pinot Noir 2006 - £16.29
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The La Crema winery is an established specialist in intensely flavoured Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the cool Sonoma Coast. Unlike many wineries in the region, La Crema does not have large tourist facilities and is not open to the public. It is a small top-end family estate that gets on with the job of handcrafting fine wines, barrel by barrel. Fruit quality is the starting point of any fine wine and La Crema has plenty of great grapes. Like the Burgundy region, the vineyards of Sonoma Coast offer an unusually long, cool and even growing season. Fog and breezes from the nearby Pacific Ocean help to moderate temperatures and slow the ripening process. The results at harvest are small grapes with highly concentrated varietal aromas and flavours. This delicious Pinot Noir opens with aromas of ripe cherries, blossom, spicy clove and liquorice. In the mouth, cherry, plum, orange peel and tea leaves flavours shine through. Balanced acidity and firm tannins round out a long, lingering finish.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The La Crema winery is an established specialist in intensely flavoured Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the cool Sonoma Coast. Unlike many wineries in the region, La Crema does not have large tourist facilities and is not open to the public. It is a small top-end family estate that gets on with the job of handcrafting fine wines, barrel by barrel. Fruit quality is the starting point of any fine wine and La Crema has plenty of great grapes. Like the Burgundy region, the vineyards of Sonoma Coast offer an unusually long, cool and even growing season. Fog and breezes from the nearby Pacific Ocean help to moderate temperatures and slow the ripening process. The results at harvest are small grapes with highly concentrated varietal aromas and flavours. This delicious Pinot Noir opens with aromas of ripe cherries, blossom, spicy clove and liquorice. In the mouth, cherry, plum, orange peel and tea leaves flavours shine through. Balanced acidity and firm tannins round out a long, lingering finish.
Domaine de Nalys Les Dix Salmees 2005 - £16.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Domaine de Nalys is excellent - its reds are disarmingly lush, seductive and delicious''. That's the pronouncement of international super-critic Robert Parker and you'd do well to take note. We don't have a lot of this to go around. It was one Philippe Dufays - owner of the estate between 1955 and 1976 - who really brought the property to its current apogee. Nowadays, Nalys is an estate of about fifty hectares (125 acres) on three parcels of land. All thirteen grape varieties authorised in the appellation are represented with Grenache accounting for 60% and Syrah about 25%.,, This stunning Chateauneuf-du-Pape is among the region's oldest estates and has been turning heads for decades with its deep flavours and terrific value. 40-year-old vines and the ''outstanding, 95-point 2005 vintage'' (Parker) make for a rich Chateauneuf-du-Pape of rare complexity.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Domaine de Nalys is excellent - its reds are disarmingly lush, seductive and delicious''. That's the pronouncement of international super-critic Robert Parker and you'd do well to take note. We don't have a lot of this to go around. It was one Philippe Dufays - owner of the estate between 1955 and 1976 - who really brought the property to its current apogee. Nowadays, Nalys is an estate of about fifty hectares (125 acres) on three parcels of land. All thirteen grape varieties authorised in the appellation are represented with Grenache accounting for 60% and Syrah about 25%.,, This stunning Chateauneuf-du-Pape is among the region's oldest estates and has been turning heads for decades with its deep flavours and terrific value. 40-year-old vines and the ''outstanding, 95-point 2005 vintage'' (Parker) make for a rich Chateauneuf-du-Pape of rare complexity.
Cuvee du Vatican 2005 - £16.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Parker loves what he calls Vatican's ''powerful, rich, in-your-face style of wine'' so we fully expect a rave review for this 2005. It has all the hallmark layers of brambles, redcurrants, spice and tar yet - incredibly - with even more ample body and flavour than in previous years. Above all, it's the balance and purity that set this apart. Winemaker Jean-Marc Diffonty deserves all the praise he receives and is delighted that there's so much enthusiasm for his wines among our members. Drink 2007-2016.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Parker loves what he calls Vatican's ''powerful, rich, in-your-face style of wine'' so we fully expect a rave review for this 2005. It has all the hallmark layers of brambles, redcurrants, spice and tar yet - incredibly - with even more ample body and flavour than in previous years. Above all, it's the balance and purity that set this apart. Winemaker Jean-Marc Diffonty deserves all the praise he receives and is delighted that there's so much enthusiasm for his wines among our members. Drink 2007-2016.
Chateau de la Riviere 2003 - £16.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Lots of charm. Fragrant floral, violet nose. Round, smooth texture. 3 stars'' (Decanter Magazine) One of the most reliable estates in Fronsac, La Riviere never fails to satisfy, and in 2003 the combination of baking sun and moisture retentive clay soils has created a wine that challenges many of its high-priced Pomerol neighbours.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Lots of charm. Fragrant floral, violet nose. Round, smooth texture. 3 stars'' (Decanter Magazine) One of the most reliable estates in Fronsac, La Riviere never fails to satisfy, and in 2003 the combination of baking sun and moisture retentive clay soils has created a wine that challenges many of its high-priced Pomerol neighbours.
Chateau Roc de Boisseaux 2003 - £16.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The vineyards for this plummy, blackcurrant-packed red wine lie just 400 metres from those of Chateau Monbousquet - one of Saint-Emilion's finest estates - and enjoy the same sandy, clay and gravel soils that help give quality and flavour to wines from this region. With plenty of experience of winemaking in Burgundy, the Clowez family - who have owned the estate since the 1980s - have worked hard to keep on raising the quality of their wines ... and their efforts have paid off, with vintage after vintage winning highly sought-after medals in Paris. ''Ripe plum, damson and blackcurrant aromas merge seamlessly into smooth vanilla and cedar notes from ageing in finest oak barrels. A classic partner to roast lamb and griddled meats.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The vineyards for this plummy, blackcurrant-packed red wine lie just 400 metres from those of Chateau Monbousquet - one of Saint-Emilion's finest estates - and enjoy the same sandy, clay and gravel soils that help give quality and flavour to wines from this region. With plenty of experience of winemaking in Burgundy, the Clowez family - who have owned the estate since the 1980s - have worked hard to keep on raising the quality of their wines ... and their efforts have paid off, with vintage after vintage winning highly sought-after medals in Paris. ''Ripe plum, damson and blackcurrant aromas merge seamlessly into smooth vanilla and cedar notes from ageing in finest oak barrels. A classic partner to roast lamb and griddled meats.''
Domaine Henri Gouges 2006 - £16.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''The quality of the Gouges wines has always been of the very highest'' (Clive Coates MW) Our first release of this plush, satin-textured Pinot Noir from Christian Gouges (grandson of Burgundy legend Henri) received great acclaim last year. Christian is a traditionalist who lets the quality of fruit and terroir shine through in his wines - ''a delicious 2006 Bourgogne'' (Sarah Marsh MW)
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''The quality of the Gouges wines has always been of the very highest'' (Clive Coates MW) Our first release of this plush, satin-textured Pinot Noir from Christian Gouges (grandson of Burgundy legend Henri) received great acclaim last year. Christian is a traditionalist who lets the quality of fruit and terroir shine through in his wines - ''a delicious 2006 Bourgogne'' (Sarah Marsh MW)
Le Grand Chai Grand Cru Saint-Emilion 2005 - £16.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Today we open the door to the most exciting Chai release yet ... from ''Bordeaux's best ever vintage!'' (Wine & Spirit mag) From prime vineyards right next door to #35-a-bottle Rol Valentin and a short stroll from #80 Chateau Figeac ... Le Grand Chai Saint-Emilion Grand Cru (a mouthful in every way) is not to be missed! Saint-Emilion 2005 ... everything just 'clicked' - wine lovers and critics across the world all agreed that these clarets were nothing short of spectacular! Robert Parker called it ''exquisite and exceptional ... 99/100!'' , Decanter magazine said ''the wines are all perfect.'' Such a vintage is bound to be in hot demand, but Late in 2005, Le Chai's Jean-Marc Sauboua bumped into an old school chum who knew of a tiny parcel of Saint-Emilion Grand Cru from 40-year-old vines and prime-sited vineyards - it was soon on its way to Le Chai, for 'finishing' in the finest French oak barrels. Dark and brooding, with powerful aromas of blueberry, plum and fresh coffee. As with the finest Saint-Emilion, the fruit will grow almost sweet as it matures. Magnificent!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Today we open the door to the most exciting Chai release yet ... from ''Bordeaux's best ever vintage!'' (Wine & Spirit mag) From prime vineyards right next door to #35-a-bottle Rol Valentin and a short stroll from #80 Chateau Figeac ... Le Grand Chai Saint-Emilion Grand Cru (a mouthful in every way) is not to be missed! Saint-Emilion 2005 ... everything just 'clicked' - wine lovers and critics across the world all agreed that these clarets were nothing short of spectacular! Robert Parker called it ''exquisite and exceptional ... 99/100!'' , Decanter magazine said ''the wines are all perfect.'' Such a vintage is bound to be in hot demand, but Late in 2005, Le Chai's Jean-Marc Sauboua bumped into an old school chum who knew of a tiny parcel of Saint-Emilion Grand Cru from 40-year-old vines and prime-sited vineyards - it was soon on its way to Le Chai, for 'finishing' in the finest French oak barrels. Dark and brooding, with powerful aromas of blueberry, plum and fresh coffee. As with the finest Saint-Emilion, the fruit will grow almost sweet as it matures. Magnificent!
Pond Paddock Hawk's Flight Pinot Noir 2006 - £16.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Jeff Barber is a true artisan winemaker, doing everything by hand and using old-fashioned basket presses - backbreaking work that is immediately evident in a crystal pure, effortlessly silky glass of his acclaimed Pinot. Think fine Burgundy with more oomph!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Jeff Barber is a true artisan winemaker, doing everything by hand and using old-fashioned basket presses - backbreaking work that is immediately evident in a crystal pure, effortlessly silky glass of his acclaimed Pinot. Think fine Burgundy with more oomph!
Nicolas Potel Vieilles Vignes 2005 - £16.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Nicolas Potel comes from a long line of dedicated winemakers and has a perfectionist's eye for detail - as this pitch-perfect Pinot Noir shows! Deliciously rich, thanks to its historic 2005 vintage - ''Burgundy has never tasted so good!'' (Clive Coates MW) ... we couldn't agree more! Old vine intensity and depth shine through in this beautifully balanced and deliciously approachable Cotes de Nuits Villages. Full of intense ripe cherry fruits on the nose. Dense and rich with a juicy silky texture and fine tannins - exquisite!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Nicolas Potel comes from a long line of dedicated winemakers and has a perfectionist's eye for detail - as this pitch-perfect Pinot Noir shows! Deliciously rich, thanks to its historic 2005 vintage - ''Burgundy has never tasted so good!'' (Clive Coates MW) ... we couldn't agree more! Old vine intensity and depth shine through in this beautifully balanced and deliciously approachable Cotes de Nuits Villages. Full of intense ripe cherry fruits on the nose. Dense and rich with a juicy silky texture and fine tannins - exquisite!
Cordone Barolo DOCG - £16.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Barolo is cited as proof of Italy's ability to rival Bordeaux and Burgundy'' (Decanter) - and this sublime example is from Bruno Corderi, a master at crafting this awesome fine wine of famous longevity. A fourth generation winemaker, Bruno has crafted a wonderfully deep and fragrant wine with a voluptuously rich nose (tar, spices and liquorice) and full, plum and berry flavours. Our advice: take as much as you can!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Barolo is cited as proof of Italy's ability to rival Bordeaux and Burgundy'' (Decanter) - and this sublime example is from Bruno Corderi, a master at crafting this awesome fine wine of famous longevity. A fourth generation winemaker, Bruno has crafted a wonderfully deep and fragrant wine with a voluptuously rich nose (tar, spices and liquorice) and full, plum and berry flavours. Our advice: take as much as you can!
Cordone Barolo DOCG 2003 - £16.39
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Barolo is cited as proof of Italy's ability to rival Bordeaux and Burgundy'' (Decanter) - and this sublime example is from Bruno Corderi, a master at crafting this awesome fine wine of famous longevity. A fourth generation winemaker, Bruno has crafted a wonderfully deep and fragrant wine with a voluptuously rich nose (tar, spices and liquorice) and full, plum and berry flavours. Our advice: take as much as you can!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''Barolo is cited as proof of Italy's ability to rival Bordeaux and Burgundy'' (Decanter) - and this sublime example is from Bruno Corderi, a master at crafting this awesome fine wine of famous longevity. A fourth generation winemaker, Bruno has crafted a wonderfully deep and fragrant wine with a voluptuously rich nose (tar, spices and liquorice) and full, plum and berry flavours. Our advice: take as much as you can!
Familia Martinez Bujanda Gran Reserva 2001 - £16.39
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!
Chateau Les-Ormes-de-Pez 2004 - £16.55
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Chateau-Les-Ormes-de Pez takes its name from the nearby village of Pez, while 'Les Ormes' refers to a copse of elm trees, long since disappeared. In the 19th century the property belonged to a local councillor, and after a couple of changes of ownership was bought by Jean Charles Cazes. Today it is owned by Jean Charles' grandson, Jean Michel, who also owns Chateau Lynch Bages in Pauillac. Indeed the barrels for ageing the wine (usually for a period of 15 months) are from Lynch Bages. ''Deliciously rich, black fruit-laden Bordeaux red from one of the finest communes in the Haut-Medoc. Full and concentrated, cassis and graphite flavours emerge on the finish. Best enjoyed after an hour or two spent breathing in a decanter with roasted red meats or game.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Chateau-Les-Ormes-de Pez takes its name from the nearby village of Pez, while 'Les Ormes' refers to a copse of elm trees, long since disappeared. In the 19th century the property belonged to a local councillor, and after a couple of changes of ownership was bought by Jean Charles Cazes. Today it is owned by Jean Charles' grandson, Jean Michel, who also owns Chateau Lynch Bages in Pauillac. Indeed the barrels for ageing the wine (usually for a period of 15 months) are from Lynch Bages. ''Deliciously rich, black fruit-laden Bordeaux red from one of the finest communes in the Haut-Medoc. Full and concentrated, cassis and graphite flavours emerge on the finish. Best enjoyed after an hour or two spent breathing in a decanter with roasted red meats or game.''
Two hands Angels Share Shiraz 2006 - £16.59
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wow! We're thrilled to have finally secured Angel's Share from 'Two Hands' Michael Twelftree and Richard Mintz who came together with a goal of making the best Shiraz they could - and what a result! ''Terrific, richly flavoured'' (Stuart Gregor) with lashings of juicy berry fruit and luscious mocha. Stocks of this collector's edition won't last long - secure yours now!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Wow! We're thrilled to have finally secured Angel's Share from 'Two Hands' Michael Twelftree and Richard Mintz who came together with a goal of making the best Shiraz they could - and what a result! ''Terrific, richly flavoured'' (Stuart Gregor) with lashings of juicy berry fruit and luscious mocha. Stocks of this collector's edition won't last long - secure yours now!
XVI du President (magnum) 2006 - £16.79
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
High in the Catalan hills of southern France everything struggles to survive. In the picturesque village of Opoul, where everything is BIG - from the ruined castle to the champion local rugby team - the hot days and cool nights of 2006 produced a spectacularly flavoursome (but low) yield of Grenache and a magnificently opulent dark, luxuriously smooth wine. Some of the ancient vines actually yielded fruit well over the 15% alcohol level and this has been especially vinified to make limited edition collectors' Magnums - rechristened XVI - as these BIG bottles weigh in at an awesome 16%.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
High in the Catalan hills of southern France everything struggles to survive. In the picturesque village of Opoul, where everything is BIG - from the ruined castle to the champion local rugby team - the hot days and cool nights of 2006 produced a spectacularly flavoursome (but low) yield of Grenache and a magnificently opulent dark, luxuriously smooth wine. Some of the ancient vines actually yielded fruit well over the 15% alcohol level and this has been especially vinified to make limited edition collectors' Magnums - rechristened XVI - as these BIG bottles weigh in at an awesome 16%.
Chateau Poujeaux - £16.79
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Situated in the lesser-known appellation of Moulis-en-Medoc, Chateau Poujeaux is regarded as one of the top producers in the area. Brothers Philippe and Francois Theil run the winery - which has been in their family for generations - and are committed to producing sublime claret at an affordable price. Soft and approachable - due to the high proportion of Merlot in the blend - this gorgeous red has abundant black fruit character and hints of spice. Robert Parker awarded it an impressive 90 points - ''Supple tannins, a big, sweet, fleshy personality, and plenty of creme de cassis, cherry, earth, and background oak are found in this full-bodied, flamboyant wine.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Situated in the lesser-known appellation of Moulis-en-Medoc, Chateau Poujeaux is regarded as one of the top producers in the area. Brothers Philippe and Francois Theil run the winery - which has been in their family for generations - and are committed to producing sublime claret at an affordable price. Soft and approachable - due to the high proportion of Merlot in the blend - this gorgeous red has abundant black fruit character and hints of spice. Robert Parker awarded it an impressive 90 points - ''Supple tannins, a big, sweet, fleshy personality, and plenty of creme de cassis, cherry, earth, and background oak are found in this full-bodied, flamboyant wine.''
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