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Marques de Bataneros Oak Aged - £29.74
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Made from the traditional Airen variety - the most widely grown grape on the plains of La Mancha - and partially fermented in brand new oak to add a touch of creamy, vanilla richness. Crafted by Felix Solis, one of the largest wineries in Spain. Their ability to transform tradtional grapes using modern technology has earned them countless awards. Superb, stone fruit flavours, with hints of toast, butter and vanilla. Excellent when matched with rich seafood dishes.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Made from the traditional Airen variety - the most widely grown grape on the plains of La Mancha - and partially fermented in brand new oak to add a touch of creamy, vanilla richness. Crafted by Felix Solis, one of the largest wineries in Spain. Their ability to transform tradtional grapes using modern technology has earned them countless awards. Superb, stone fruit flavours, with hints of toast, butter and vanilla. Excellent when matched with rich seafood dishes.
Finca Concepcion Sauvignon Blanc - £29.74
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This super-refreshing Sauvignon owes it wonderfully crisp flavours to the quality of the grapes. Grown in vineyards that lie over 1,000 metres above sea level, the grapes benefit from plentiful sunshine during the day and cool temperatures at night which allows them to ripen perfectly. Bursting with intense passion fruit and lemon aromas, leading into a zesty, lingering finish. Fantastic on its own, or partnered with fresh seafood.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This super-refreshing Sauvignon owes it wonderfully crisp flavours to the quality of the grapes. Grown in vineyards that lie over 1,000 metres above sea level, the grapes benefit from plentiful sunshine during the day and cool temperatures at night which allows them to ripen perfectly. Bursting with intense passion fruit and lemon aromas, leading into a zesty, lingering finish. Fantastic on its own, or partnered with fresh seafood.
Groenendal Vineyards Chenin Blanc - £29.74
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Chenin Blanc has been grown in the Cape since the first settlers arrive from the Loire Valley in the 1660s. Despite the recent switch to more ubiquitous international varieties (Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc), Chenin remains the definitive Cape white. Always distinctive, in the right hands it is capable of elegance, complexity and longevity. Groenendal was among the first 15 farms established in the Wellington area 300 years ago. Chenin has been grown there for the last century. The current owner Herman Le Roux's great grand father emigrated from Blois in the Loire which is the centre of Chenin Blanc cultivation in France. Today the estate's wines are vinified by Franck Meaker at Wellington's Bolvei Cellars. Pale gold with light green tinges. Ripe peach, citrus and guava aromas. This is a really well balanced wine with a whack of fresh fruit flavours, lovely harmonious structure and a crisp lingering finish. Especially recommended with grilled fish and seafood kebabs.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Chenin Blanc has been grown in the Cape since the first settlers arrive from the Loire Valley in the 1660s. Despite the recent switch to more ubiquitous international varieties (Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc), Chenin remains the definitive Cape white. Always distinctive, in the right hands it is capable of elegance, complexity and longevity. Groenendal was among the first 15 farms established in the Wellington area 300 years ago. Chenin has been grown there for the last century. The current owner Herman Le Roux's great grand father emigrated from Blois in the Loire which is the centre of Chenin Blanc cultivation in France. Today the estate's wines are vinified by Franck Meaker at Wellington's Bolvei Cellars. Pale gold with light green tinges. Ripe peach, citrus and guava aromas. This is a really well balanced wine with a whack of fresh fruit flavours, lovely harmonious structure and a crisp lingering finish. Especially recommended with grilled fish and seafood kebabs.
Three Bridges Botrytis Reserve Semillon Halves - £29.97
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
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Guigal Condrieu 2005 - £30.00
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The 2004 vintage of this stunning wine was one of Decanter's Top Northern Rhone Whites (July 2006), praised as ''exuberant'' and awarded a 5-star rating. 2005's natural advantages make this better still. And with just one third of the juice fermented in new barrels, the oak is appetisingly subtle. Unctuous yet elegant with intensely fresh, aromatic fruit. Drink 2007-2012.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The 2004 vintage of this stunning wine was one of Decanter's Top Northern Rhone Whites (July 2006), praised as ''exuberant'' and awarded a 5-star rating. 2005's natural advantages make this better still. And with just one third of the juice fermented in new barrels, the oak is appetisingly subtle. Unctuous yet elegant with intensely fresh, aromatic fruit. Drink 2007-2012.
Chateau Climens (half bottles) 2006 - £30.00
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''More compelling and complete to drink than d'Yquem - a tour de force in winemaking'' eulogises Parker about Chateau Climens ... and once again in 2006, it is head and shoulders above any other wine from the appellation, (perhaps?) save d'Yquem. Mesmerising! ''Very complete and dense with a wonderfully smooth texture. A step above the rest'' Jancis Robinson
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
''More compelling and complete to drink than d'Yquem - a tour de force in winemaking'' eulogises Parker about Chateau Climens ... and once again in 2006, it is head and shoulders above any other wine from the appellation, (perhaps?) save d'Yquem. Mesmerising! ''Very complete and dense with a wonderfully smooth texture. A step above the rest'' Jancis Robinson
Dassen View Chenin Blanc - £30.14
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
As a child, Jacques Erasmus dreamt of being a world-class winemaker. Starting with his first Chenin Blanc at the age of 12, he's been pursuing his dream ever since. Now he's turned his award-winning skills to Dassen View - named after an island close to the coastal vineyards. This 100% Chenin is fermented at low temperature to capture all the crisp fruit flavours. Pale lemon gold in colour with lively aromas of green apple and lemon. Appley-fresh flavours and citrus notes make this a great aperitif, or serve with prawn salad, a vegetable stir-fry or grilled white fish with chilli salsa.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
As a child, Jacques Erasmus dreamt of being a world-class winemaker. Starting with his first Chenin Blanc at the age of 12, he's been pursuing his dream ever since. Now he's turned his award-winning skills to Dassen View - named after an island close to the coastal vineyards. This 100% Chenin is fermented at low temperature to capture all the crisp fruit flavours. Pale lemon gold in colour with lively aromas of green apple and lemon. Appley-fresh flavours and citrus notes make this a great aperitif, or serve with prawn salad, a vegetable stir-fry or grilled white fish with chilli salsa.
Marthinus Chenin Blanc - £30.74
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The multi award-winning Bovlei winery has been at the forefront of the Cape's wine revolution, which has seen South Africa become a ''cutting edge wine producing country'', according to The Independent. This refreshing white is named after Marthinus 'Tiny' Broodryk who was winemaker at Bovlei for over 15 years. Now winemaker Frank Meaker has joined the team and the winery is going from strength to strength - as shown by their amazing medal collection! Deliciously zesty, with plentiful citurs aromas and generous tropical fruit on the finish. A great match to grilled seafood or a luxury fish pie!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The multi award-winning Bovlei winery has been at the forefront of the Cape's wine revolution, which has seen South Africa become a ''cutting edge wine producing country'', according to The Independent. This refreshing white is named after Marthinus 'Tiny' Broodryk who was winemaker at Bovlei for over 15 years. Now winemaker Frank Meaker has joined the team and the winery is going from strength to strength - as shown by their amazing medal collection! Deliciously zesty, with plentiful citurs aromas and generous tropical fruit on the finish. A great match to grilled seafood or a luxury fish pie!
La Prima Scelta Pinot Grigio - £30.74
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
'La Prima Scelta' is a crisp, mouthwaterng wine made by internationally experienced winemaker Giorgio Flessati.. Thanks to a long friendship, our buyers were offered 'first choice' of Giorgio's finest fruit from high altitude vineyards around Lake Garda. The result is an exquisite Pinot Grigio that is scintillating quality and incredible value. ''This Venetian gem has the crispest pear and melon flavours. An ideal aperitif and a moreish white which works very well as a partner for light fish and seafood dishes.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
'La Prima Scelta' is a crisp, mouthwaterng wine made by internationally experienced winemaker Giorgio Flessati.. Thanks to a long friendship, our buyers were offered 'first choice' of Giorgio's finest fruit from high altitude vineyards around Lake Garda. The result is an exquisite Pinot Grigio that is scintillating quality and incredible value. ''This Venetian gem has the crispest pear and melon flavours. An ideal aperitif and a moreish white which works very well as a partner for light fish and seafood dishes.''
Castell de Veza - £30.90
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The multi-medal winning La Baronia de Turis cellar is renowned for the quality of its Malvasia and Moscatel grapes - indeed in 1626 it was even ordered to pay a special tax to King Felipe IV of Spain due to the superior quality of their wines! Now young, up-and-coming winemaker Juan Pico Lozano has brought these two varieties together beautifully to create this refreshing, zippy white. Delicious.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
The multi-medal winning La Baronia de Turis cellar is renowned for the quality of its Malvasia and Moscatel grapes - indeed in 1626 it was even ordered to pay a special tax to King Felipe IV of Spain due to the superior quality of their wines! Now young, up-and-coming winemaker Juan Pico Lozano has brought these two varieties together beautifully to create this refreshing, zippy white. Delicious.
Innisfail Trebbiano - £30.94
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Yet again those talented Aussies have struck liquid-gold with this magnificent white. Trebbiano flourishes in the sun-drenched vineyards of southeast Australia - producing ripe and candied flavours that are simply delicious! Back home in Italy, Trebbiano lives in the shadow of renowned grape Pinot Grigio. Although they share the same crisp, mouthwatering fruit flavours (and often are blended), Trebbiano has yet to achieve the fame of its older sibling - until now! Crisp, elegant white with a lovely almondy, lemon character and a light hint of spice. Perfect for sipping on its own or serving with risotto, creamy pasta or fennel salad.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Yet again those talented Aussies have struck liquid-gold with this magnificent white. Trebbiano flourishes in the sun-drenched vineyards of southeast Australia - producing ripe and candied flavours that are simply delicious! Back home in Italy, Trebbiano lives in the shadow of renowned grape Pinot Grigio. Although they share the same crisp, mouthwatering fruit flavours (and often are blended), Trebbiano has yet to achieve the fame of its older sibling - until now! Crisp, elegant white with a lovely almondy, lemon character and a light hint of spice. Perfect for sipping on its own or serving with risotto, creamy pasta or fennel salad.
Baron Lazare Pinot Grigio - £31.14
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Adored for its pure refreshment, Pinot Grigio was originally bought to Hungary by Italians and the scintillating results taste just as good as their expensive Latin counterparts. This deliciously, zippy wine with an ancient heritage offers unrivalled value for money, and is a superb introduction to these historic vintages. ''Wonderfully crisp with fresh-cut grass and citrus aroma, plus refreshing citrus flavours''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Adored for its pure refreshment, Pinot Grigio was originally bought to Hungary by Italians and the scintillating results taste just as good as their expensive Latin counterparts. This deliciously, zippy wine with an ancient heritage offers unrivalled value for money, and is a superb introduction to these historic vintages. ''Wonderfully crisp with fresh-cut grass and citrus aroma, plus refreshing citrus flavours''
Les Carrielles - £31.30
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Delicious, age-worthy Chenin Blanc with a medal-winning pedigree, this fresh and lively white is a long-time favourite. Made by expert Loire winemaker Eric Laurent from vineyards around Saumur - a picturesque medieval town in the Loire Valley's wine h eartland - Les Carreilles spends a year in the cool, deep limestone cellars characteristic of the area. The perfect temperatures allow the fruit and mineral flavours to develop fully, yet retain all the crisp freshness. Superb with grilled or poached fish dishes.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Delicious, age-worthy Chenin Blanc with a medal-winning pedigree, this fresh and lively white is a long-time favourite. Made by expert Loire winemaker Eric Laurent from vineyards around Saumur - a picturesque medieval town in the Loire Valley's wine h eartland - Les Carreilles spends a year in the cool, deep limestone cellars characteristic of the area. The perfect temperatures allow the fruit and mineral flavours to develop fully, yet retain all the crisp freshness. Superb with grilled or poached fish dishes.
Duc de Guise Sauvignon Blanc - £31.74
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This cracking alternative to more expensive Sancerre combines traditional know-how with innovative wine-making thanks to the New World experience of talented winemaker Franck Chatelain. Less full-on than some Kiwi examples, this refreshing, intensely floral wine is fruity, elegant and very moreish.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
This cracking alternative to more expensive Sancerre combines traditional know-how with innovative wine-making thanks to the New World experience of talented winemaker Franck Chatelain. Less full-on than some Kiwi examples, this refreshing, intensely floral wine is fruity, elegant and very moreish.
Explosive Sauvignons - £31.99
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
World-class Sauvignons ... scintillating Summer refreshment for just #5.34 a bottle!
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
World-class Sauvignons ... scintillating Summer refreshment for just #5.34 a bottle!
Domaine Servin Premier Cru Montee de Tonnerre (magnum) 2005 - £32.00
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
La Revue du Vin de France says you should go ''go to any length to secure Chablis 2005'' ... but for you lucky lot a simple click of the mouse should do it. This wonderful magnum comes from Domain Servin - ''quality to die for'' in the words of Wine Spectator! This exquisite Chablis is born of the excellent Premier Cru Montee de Tonnerre vineyard whose slopes tower above the heart of the village of Chablis itself. In all, the Servin family own 32 hectares of vines in some of the most favoured sites. Show-stopping quality - pristine wine with inviting aromas of white flowers - plus citrus flavours and that unmistakable, steely fresh minerality found only in this classic region's top flight wines.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
La Revue du Vin de France says you should go ''go to any length to secure Chablis 2005'' ... but for you lucky lot a simple click of the mouse should do it. This wonderful magnum comes from Domain Servin - ''quality to die for'' in the words of Wine Spectator! This exquisite Chablis is born of the excellent Premier Cru Montee de Tonnerre vineyard whose slopes tower above the heart of the village of Chablis itself. In all, the Servin family own 32 hectares of vines in some of the most favoured sites. Show-stopping quality - pristine wine with inviting aromas of white flowers - plus citrus flavours and that unmistakable, steely fresh minerality found only in this classic region's top flight wines.
Nicolas Potel Premier Cru Morgeot 2004 - £32.00
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
To many, ''the glorious whites of Chassagne-Montrachet'' (Parker) are the greatest still, dry white wines grown anywhere in the world. And they have no greater champion than Nicolas Potel and his ripe, complex famously rich single-vineyard Premier Crus. Nicolas Potel comes from a long line of dedicated winemakers and has a perfectionist's eye for detail. His father ran the world famous Domaine Pousse d'Or until his untimely death in 1996. Nicolas then set out on his own and has rapidly earned a reputation as one of the region's top negociants crafting ''excellent wines'' (The Times). His approach in the vineyard is bio-dynamic - allowing the natural rhythms of nature to dictate 'management' of the soil and vines. Seriously rich wine with lots of toasty, vanillin oak lovely citrus and apple fruit. There's a buttery quality too in the mouth ... lovely ripe fruit and a steely precision. Fine length and persistence.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
To many, ''the glorious whites of Chassagne-Montrachet'' (Parker) are the greatest still, dry white wines grown anywhere in the world. And they have no greater champion than Nicolas Potel and his ripe, complex famously rich single-vineyard Premier Crus. Nicolas Potel comes from a long line of dedicated winemakers and has a perfectionist's eye for detail. His father ran the world famous Domaine Pousse d'Or until his untimely death in 1996. Nicolas then set out on his own and has rapidly earned a reputation as one of the region's top negociants crafting ''excellent wines'' (The Times). His approach in the vineyard is bio-dynamic - allowing the natural rhythms of nature to dictate 'management' of the soil and vines. Seriously rich wine with lots of toasty, vanillin oak lovely citrus and apple fruit. There's a buttery quality too in the mouth ... lovely ripe fruit and a steely precision. Fine length and persistence.
Forbes Estate Viognier - £32.94
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Scottish pioneers, the Forbes family arrived in Australia's Riverland region in 1911. Creating a thriving farming estate, they spent 80 years supplying grapes to many of the big names. In 1999, they decided to 'go it alone' with medal-winning success. ''Classic apricot aromas and filled with gently spice, tropical fruit flavours. Serve chilled with salads, poultry and creamy pasta.''
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Scottish pioneers, the Forbes family arrived in Australia's Riverland region in 1911. Creating a thriving farming estate, they spent 80 years supplying grapes to many of the big names. In 1999, they decided to 'go it alone' with medal-winning success. ''Classic apricot aromas and filled with gently spice, tropical fruit flavours. Serve chilled with salads, poultry and creamy pasta.''
Domaine de Guiron - £32.94
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Monsieur La Cave's Domaine de Guiron nestles in the heart of rural Gascony. Thanks to the estate's gentle south-facing slopes, the vines stay nice and thirsty helping to create zippy, concentrated flavours in the grapes. Colombard is the traditional grape of the region and produces delicious, fresh green-apple flavour - whilst Ugni Blanc adds a little 'grassy' depth. Vibrant gooseberry and lemongrass aromas with a hint of grapefruit. Elegant, fresh green apple character, and intense citrusy freshness. Lovely on its own and a real crowd-pleaser at parties too. Serve chilled with vegetable quiche, creamy pasta or light hors d'oeuvres.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Monsieur La Cave's Domaine de Guiron nestles in the heart of rural Gascony. Thanks to the estate's gentle south-facing slopes, the vines stay nice and thirsty helping to create zippy, concentrated flavours in the grapes. Colombard is the traditional grape of the region and produces delicious, fresh green-apple flavour - whilst Ugni Blanc adds a little 'grassy' depth. Vibrant gooseberry and lemongrass aromas with a hint of grapefruit. Elegant, fresh green apple character, and intense citrusy freshness. Lovely on its own and a real crowd-pleaser at parties too. Serve chilled with vegetable quiche, creamy pasta or light hors d'oeuvres.
Ramirez de Velazco Torrontes - £32.94
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Having claimed Torrontes as its own, Argentina has not rested on its laurels. It is gradually turning this little known grape into a sought-after household name. This is thanks in no small part to the country's rapidly improving winemaking expertise and massive investment in its wineries. Increasingly, Argentina is the place to look for ''good value wines with unique flavours'' (Drinks Business). Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, the vineyards for Ramirez de Velazco Torrontes lie in the La Rioja region, which enjoys warm days and cool, dry nights ... with plenty of melt water available for irrigation, the conditions are near ideal for the vines and shows through in the intense, pure fruit flavours. The fresh and lively 2007 vintage offers plenty of distinct rose and citrus aromas, apple, melon and a hint of spiciness. Dry and crisp, it is wonderful served slightly chilled with salads, fish and poultry.
Price on 16-Jun-08 from Laithwaites.
Having claimed Torrontes as its own, Argentina has not rested on its laurels. It is gradually turning this little known grape into a sought-after household name. This is thanks in no small part to the country's rapidly improving winemaking expertise and massive investment in its wineries. Increasingly, Argentina is the place to look for ''good value wines with unique flavours'' (Drinks Business). Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, the vineyards for Ramirez de Velazco Torrontes lie in the La Rioja region, which enjoys warm days and cool, dry nights ... with plenty of melt water available for irrigation, the conditions are near ideal for the vines and shows through in the intense, pure fruit flavours. The fresh and lively 2007 vintage offers plenty of distinct rose and citrus aromas, apple, melon and a hint of spiciness. Dry and crisp, it is wonderful served slightly chilled with salads, fish and poultry.
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