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McPherson Family Series, Pickles' Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2007 - £7.39
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Racy Sauvignon from a true pioneer in the Aussie wine trade. Andrew McPherson learned his trade from his father Jock, who developed large areas of the Hunter Valley in the 19770s. Andrew went on to develop his skills, running many wineries, before returning to his roots and setting up his own, family-run estate. He's widely regarded as one of the most gifted and innovative winemakers in the field. This super-fresh white was name in honour of his wife, Nicole Pierette - matriarch of the family, key to the business and affectionately known as 'Pickles'. Classic Sauvignon aromas of gooseberry, grapefruit and pear. Racy and fresh, it makes a classic partner to goat's cheese, and is great too with seafood, fish or spicy far eastern dishes.
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Racy Sauvignon from a true pioneer in the Aussie wine trade. Andrew McPherson learned his trade from his father Jock, who developed large areas of the Hunter Valley in the 19770s. Andrew went on to develop his skills, running many wineries, before returning to his roots and setting up his own, family-run estate. He's widely regarded as one of the most gifted and innovative winemakers in the field. This super-fresh white was name in honour of his wife, Nicole Pierette - matriarch of the family, key to the business and affectionately known as 'Pickles'. Classic Sauvignon aromas of gooseberry, grapefruit and pear. Racy and fresh, it makes a classic partner to goat's cheese, and is great too with seafood, fish or spicy far eastern dishes.
Chateau Olivier Blanc 2006 - £17.69
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''Rich with delicacy and lift ... juicy, racy and refreshing'' Jancis Robinson The picture-book, 12th century Chateau Olivier is among Bordeaux's oldest and most breathtaking, and after the indifferent 80s and 90s, the estate is now producing wines befitting its locale. Crisp and very racy with honeyed grapefruit, fresh melon and cut peas. Will age gracefully for over a decade.
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''Rich with delicacy and lift ... juicy, racy and refreshing'' Jancis Robinson The picture-book, 12th century Chateau Olivier is among Bordeaux's oldest and most breathtaking, and after the indifferent 80s and 90s, the estate is now producing wines befitting its locale. Crisp and very racy with honeyed grapefruit, fresh melon and cut peas. Will age gracefully for over a decade.
Domaine Servin Vaillons - £179.95
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This spellbinding Chablis is from the hugely respected Domaine Servin who helped establish the Union des Grands Crus du Chablis. Chief winemaker Francois Servin is the seventh generation of a family who've been making seriously fine Chablis since 1654. Decanter magazine called 2004 ''a gorgeous vintage for Chablis lovers'' - so you'd better act quickly to secure some! Brimming with racy apple-and-mineral character, this fine Chablis was included in Decanter's Wines of the Year 2006. And it's easy to see why! Bright gold in colour with elegant white peach and floral notes, this is a wonderfully refreshing glass on its own!
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This spellbinding Chablis is from the hugely respected Domaine Servin who helped establish the Union des Grands Crus du Chablis. Chief winemaker Francois Servin is the seventh generation of a family who've been making seriously fine Chablis since 1654. Decanter magazine called 2004 ''a gorgeous vintage for Chablis lovers'' - so you'd better act quickly to secure some! Brimming with racy apple-and-mineral character, this fine Chablis was included in Decanter's Wines of the Year 2006. And it's easy to see why! Bright gold in colour with elegant white peach and floral notes, this is a wonderfully refreshing glass on its own!
Domaine Long-Depaquit - £11.55
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Domaine Long-Depaquit's Gerard Vullien co-founded the Union des Grands Crus - an elite group making wine ''of a quality to set them among the world's greatest whites''. He is a world-renowned Chablis master whose every release offers Chablis at its striking peak. Gerard's reputation for lavishing the same care across his entire range is evident in this racy, minerally Chablis ... and underlines why ''you should go to any lengths to secure Chablis 2005'' (Revue du Vin). Pale green-gold with fresh citrus fruit, hawthorn blossom and subtle mineral aromas. Well-structured with mouthfilling weight and rich flavour.
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Domaine Long-Depaquit's Gerard Vullien co-founded the Union des Grands Crus - an elite group making wine ''of a quality to set them among the world's greatest whites''. He is a world-renowned Chablis master whose every release offers Chablis at its striking peak. Gerard's reputation for lavishing the same care across his entire range is evident in this racy, minerally Chablis ... and underlines why ''you should go to any lengths to secure Chablis 2005'' (Revue du Vin). Pale green-gold with fresh citrus fruit, hawthorn blossom and subtle mineral aromas. Well-structured with mouthfilling weight and rich flavour.
Domaine Servin Vaillons - £15.89
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This spellbinding Chablis is from the hugely respected Domaine Servin who helped establish the Union des Grands Crus du Chablis. Chief winemaker Francois Servin is the seventh generation of a family who've been making seriously fine Chablis since 1654. Decanter magazine called 2004 ''a gorgeous vintage for Chablis lovers'' - so you'd better act quickly to secure some! Brimming with racy apple-and-mineral character, this fine Chablis was included in Decanter's Wines of the Year 2006. And it's easy to see why! Bright gold in colour with elegant white peach and floral notes, this is a wonderfully refreshing glass on its own!
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This spellbinding Chablis is from the hugely respected Domaine Servin who helped establish the Union des Grands Crus du Chablis. Chief winemaker Francois Servin is the seventh generation of a family who've been making seriously fine Chablis since 1654. Decanter magazine called 2004 ''a gorgeous vintage for Chablis lovers'' - so you'd better act quickly to secure some! Brimming with racy apple-and-mineral character, this fine Chablis was included in Decanter's Wines of the Year 2006. And it's easy to see why! Bright gold in colour with elegant white peach and floral notes, this is a wonderfully refreshing glass on its own!
Domaine Servin Vaillons 2004 - £15.89
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This spellbinding Chablis is from the hugely respected Domaine Servin who helped establish the Union des Grands Crus du Chablis. Chief winemaker Francois Servin is the seventh generation of a family who've been making seriously fine Chablis since 1654. Decanter magazine called 2004 ''a gorgeous vintage for Chablis lovers'' - so you'd better act quickly to secure some! Brimming with racy apple-and-mineral character, this fine Chablis was included in Decanter's Wines of the Year 2006. And it's easy to see why! Bright gold in colour with elegant white peach and floral notes, this is a wonderfully refreshing glass on its own!
Price on from Laithwaites.
This spellbinding Chablis is from the hugely respected Domaine Servin who helped establish the Union des Grands Crus du Chablis. Chief winemaker Francois Servin is the seventh generation of a family who've been making seriously fine Chablis since 1654. Decanter magazine called 2004 ''a gorgeous vintage for Chablis lovers'' - so you'd better act quickly to secure some! Brimming with racy apple-and-mineral character, this fine Chablis was included in Decanter's Wines of the Year 2006. And it's easy to see why! Bright gold in colour with elegant white peach and floral notes, this is a wonderfully refreshing glass on its own!
Domaine Long-Depaquit - £129.95
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Domaine Long-Depaquit's Gerard Vullien co-founded the Union des Grands Crus - an elite group making wine ''of a quality to set them among the world's greatest whites''. He is a world-renowned Chablis master whose every release offers Chablis at its striking peak. Gerard's reputation for lavishing the same care across his entire range is evident in this racy, minerally Chablis ... and underlines why ''you should go to any lengths to secure Chablis 2005'' (Revue du Vin). Pale green-gold with fresh citrus fruit, hawthorn blossom and subtle mineral aromas. Well-structured with mouthfilling weight and rich flavour.
Price on from Laithwaites.
Domaine Long-Depaquit's Gerard Vullien co-founded the Union des Grands Crus - an elite group making wine ''of a quality to set them among the world's greatest whites''. He is a world-renowned Chablis master whose every release offers Chablis at its striking peak. Gerard's reputation for lavishing the same care across his entire range is evident in this racy, minerally Chablis ... and underlines why ''you should go to any lengths to secure Chablis 2005'' (Revue du Vin). Pale green-gold with fresh citrus fruit, hawthorn blossom and subtle mineral aromas. Well-structured with mouthfilling weight and rich flavour.
Alta Tierra Sauvignon Blanc 2007 - £7.99
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''Electrifying!'' wrote The Financial Times ... and we can only agree! Deliciously pure expression of Sauvignon that confirms the purity of wines from Chile. And this comes from the country's most northern and highest altitude vineyard ... a racy, crisp Sauvignon of conversation-stopping quality! The remote Elqui Valley is home to the world's highest vineyards - at 2,000m! It's up here where year-round sunshine guarantees perfectly ripe fruit that Aldo Olivier set up his ''boutique operation producing wine with startling cool-climate purity'' (Rose Murray Brown MW). Aldo only makes tiny amounts of his top-of-the-range Alta Tierra wines ... and this latest triumphant release will sell out fast - hurry for yours! Intense gooseberry, guava and cut grass aromas ... mouthwatering citrus flavours. An absolute delight on its own, with canapes, crudites, seafood of all kinds and fresh aromatic goat's cheeses. Great alternative to New Zealand or Sancerre!
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''Electrifying!'' wrote The Financial Times ... and we can only agree! Deliciously pure expression of Sauvignon that confirms the purity of wines from Chile. And this comes from the country's most northern and highest altitude vineyard ... a racy, crisp Sauvignon of conversation-stopping quality! The remote Elqui Valley is home to the world's highest vineyards - at 2,000m! It's up here where year-round sunshine guarantees perfectly ripe fruit that Aldo Olivier set up his ''boutique operation producing wine with startling cool-climate purity'' (Rose Murray Brown MW). Aldo only makes tiny amounts of his top-of-the-range Alta Tierra wines ... and this latest triumphant release will sell out fast - hurry for yours! Intense gooseberry, guava and cut grass aromas ... mouthwatering citrus flavours. An absolute delight on its own, with canapes, crudites, seafood of all kinds and fresh aromatic goat's cheeses. Great alternative to New Zealand or Sancerre!
Domaine Raimbault-Pineau 'Les Chasseignes' - £71.70
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Fabulously fresh, single-vineyard cuvee from husband and wife team Jean-Marie and Sonia Raimbault whose domaine has been in the family for over 300 years. With three centuries of Sancerre savoir faire, little wonder that this is Sauvignon at its racy best. Using fruit sourced from a single and celebrated 'Les Chasseignes' vineyard, they have produced one of the most intense, mineral-rich Sauvignons we have ever tasted. From the first sniff of rich gooseberry and cut-grass aromas to the last tingle of fresh mineral flavour, Les Chasseignes is a sheer delight. A perfect balance of crisp, refreshing citrus flavours and rich complexity that characterise the finest Loire whites. Superb with asparagus salads, goat's cheese or seafood - especially scallops.
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Fabulously fresh, single-vineyard cuvee from husband and wife team Jean-Marie and Sonia Raimbault whose domaine has been in the family for over 300 years. With three centuries of Sancerre savoir faire, little wonder that this is Sauvignon at its racy best. Using fruit sourced from a single and celebrated 'Les Chasseignes' vineyard, they have produced one of the most intense, mineral-rich Sauvignons we have ever tasted. From the first sniff of rich gooseberry and cut-grass aromas to the last tingle of fresh mineral flavour, Les Chasseignes is a sheer delight. A perfect balance of crisp, refreshing citrus flavours and rich complexity that characterise the finest Loire whites. Superb with asparagus salads, goat's cheese or seafood - especially scallops.
Domaine des Cottereaux - £134.95
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A perfect balance of crisp, refreshing citrus flavours, and rich 'mineral' complexity have earned Domaine des Cottereaux Sancerre many medals and wide critical acclaim over the years. Why does Jean-Marie's Sancerre win so many awards, and taste that bit more refined than so many local rivals? He points out that his tiny domaine, inherited from his father 20 years ago, includes many small parcels of Sauvignon vines, dotted amongst premium sites with a great diversity of terroirs. This, he says, adds complexity and depth to his wine and especially in 2006, a very good vintage for the Loire. A good relationship with Jean-Marie, lasting seven vintages now, secured us a parcel - albeit strictly limited. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy one of the world's best-loved classic whites from an excellent vintage. Pale gold colour with a fine racy nose of citrus and white flowers. Crisp, rich and beautifully balanced with lime and gooseberry flavours and a subtle minerally edge. Enjoy as an aperitif or with grilled fish.
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A perfect balance of crisp, refreshing citrus flavours, and rich 'mineral' complexity have earned Domaine des Cottereaux Sancerre many medals and wide critical acclaim over the years. Why does Jean-Marie's Sancerre win so many awards, and taste that bit more refined than so many local rivals? He points out that his tiny domaine, inherited from his father 20 years ago, includes many small parcels of Sauvignon vines, dotted amongst premium sites with a great diversity of terroirs. This, he says, adds complexity and depth to his wine and especially in 2006, a very good vintage for the Loire. A good relationship with Jean-Marie, lasting seven vintages now, secured us a parcel - albeit strictly limited. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy one of the world's best-loved classic whites from an excellent vintage. Pale gold colour with a fine racy nose of citrus and white flowers. Crisp, rich and beautifully balanced with lime and gooseberry flavours and a subtle minerally edge. Enjoy as an aperitif or with grilled fish.
Domaine Raimbault-Pineau 'Les Chasseignes' - £136.95
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Fabulously fresh, single-vineyard cuvee from husband and wife team Jean-Marie and Sonia Raimbault whose domaine has been in the family for over 300 years. With three centuries of Sancerre savoir faire, little wonder that this is Sauvignon at its racy best. Using fruit sourced from a single and celebrated 'Les Chasseignes' vineyard, they have produced one of the most intense, mineral-rich Sauvignons we have ever tasted. From the first sniff of rich gooseberry and cut-grass aromas to the last tingle of fresh mineral flavour, Les Chasseignes is a sheer delight. A perfect balance of crisp, refreshing citrus flavours and rich complexity that characterise the finest Loire whites. Superb with asparagus salads, goat's cheese or seafood - especially scallops.
Price on from Laithwaites.
Fabulously fresh, single-vineyard cuvee from husband and wife team Jean-Marie and Sonia Raimbault whose domaine has been in the family for over 300 years. With three centuries of Sancerre savoir faire, little wonder that this is Sauvignon at its racy best. Using fruit sourced from a single and celebrated 'Les Chasseignes' vineyard, they have produced one of the most intense, mineral-rich Sauvignons we have ever tasted. From the first sniff of rich gooseberry and cut-grass aromas to the last tingle of fresh mineral flavour, Les Chasseignes is a sheer delight. A perfect balance of crisp, refreshing citrus flavours and rich complexity that characterise the finest Loire whites. Superb with asparagus salads, goat's cheese or seafood - especially scallops.
Highstone Torrontes Sauvignon 2007 - £5.79
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Made from a unique combination of citrus-charged Torrontes and racy Sauvignon - this mountain-fresh white is bursting with fruit-filled personality! The grapes used for this white are grown on high, sloping vineyards just north of Mendoza. The high-altitude location ripens grapes to perfection and supplies a cool mountain-fresh breeze that's essential for sealing in maximum flavour! Crammed with tangy, citrus flavours - this gorgeously ripe white offers plenty of distinct minerally-fresh hints. Dry and crisp, it's wonderful served slightly chilled with summer salads or grilled fish.
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Made from a unique combination of citrus-charged Torrontes and racy Sauvignon - this mountain-fresh white is bursting with fruit-filled personality! The grapes used for this white are grown on high, sloping vineyards just north of Mendoza. The high-altitude location ripens grapes to perfection and supplies a cool mountain-fresh breeze that's essential for sealing in maximum flavour! Crammed with tangy, citrus flavours - this gorgeously ripe white offers plenty of distinct minerally-fresh hints. Dry and crisp, it's wonderful served slightly chilled with summer salads or grilled fish.
Cuvee Presidente Marguerite 2006 - £10.99
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An exclusive and favourite of staff and press alike! This special cuvee honours a former head of a terrific local cellar, Marguerite Chabert... the first French woman to hold such a role - and she did so from 1946 until 1984! Fleurie is possibly Beaujolais' most famous and popular 'cru' village. As Hugh Johnson says, the finest Fleurie is ''the epitome of a Beaujolais Cru ... fruity, scented, silky, racy''. And this offers textbook, spicy red berry fruit and a deliciously silky finish. Wonderful with roast pork or cold meats.
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An exclusive and favourite of staff and press alike! This special cuvee honours a former head of a terrific local cellar, Marguerite Chabert... the first French woman to hold such a role - and she did so from 1946 until 1984! Fleurie is possibly Beaujolais' most famous and popular 'cru' village. As Hugh Johnson says, the finest Fleurie is ''the epitome of a Beaujolais Cru ... fruity, scented, silky, racy''. And this offers textbook, spicy red berry fruit and a deliciously silky finish. Wonderful with roast pork or cold meats.
Estampilla Torrontes Sauvignon - £37.74
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Torrontes, ''one of Argentina's most exciting grapes'' (The Times), is a discovery well worth making. In this mouthwateringly crisp white, made along very organic lines, its gentle spiciness is combined with racy Sauvignon giving a wonderfully fresh, vibrant result. In Famatina Valley's high-altitude vineyards, warm days and cool, dry nights give the ideal conditions for ripe, concentrated grapes - with refreshing, zesty charm. Whilst snowmelt from the hills provides the purest irrigation, ideal in the near desert-like conditions. ''Delicious, leap-from-the-glass aromas of grapefruit lead to juicy pineapple and orchard fruit flavours. A lively aperitif that also goes very well with salads and light fish dishes.''
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Torrontes, ''one of Argentina's most exciting grapes'' (The Times), is a discovery well worth making. In this mouthwateringly crisp white, made along very organic lines, its gentle spiciness is combined with racy Sauvignon giving a wonderfully fresh, vibrant result. In Famatina Valley's high-altitude vineyards, warm days and cool, dry nights give the ideal conditions for ripe, concentrated grapes - with refreshing, zesty charm. Whilst snowmelt from the hills provides the purest irrigation, ideal in the near desert-like conditions. ''Delicious, leap-from-the-glass aromas of grapefruit lead to juicy pineapple and orchard fruit flavours. A lively aperitif that also goes very well with salads and light fish dishes.''
Finca Federada Fairtrade Malbec Oak-Aged Reserva - £79.99
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''Argentina's best reds are dominated by Malbec now fully established as the country's signature grape. The best ... feature vivid dark fruit flavours, racy acidity and minerality.'' (Wine Spectator). So it's fitting that this exceptionally high quality Malbec is our first certified Fair Trade wine. Made by the Finca Federada estate in the remote Famatina Valley, 60% of this superbly rich Malbec has been aged in French oak barriques for an extensive eight month period ... Tony loves it: ''Top, top find Thomas! The aroma reminds me of the Malbec we used to get from a fancy estate in Cahors. Except this doesn't cost an arm and a leg. And you always had to keep the Cahors many years to soften up. This is very easy to drink now - certainly very nice with today's Cumberland Sausage! And glad to see its from that co-operative of small growers ( you know my fondness for such co-ops!) AND its even Fair Trade!'' (Tony Laithwaite) ''Beautifully dark red with warm aromas of spices and plums. Very full and well balanced in the mouth with vanilla, chocolate and tobacco complexity. Very smooth. Serve with steak and kidney pudding, game casserole, roast beef or duck.''
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''Argentina's best reds are dominated by Malbec now fully established as the country's signature grape. The best ... feature vivid dark fruit flavours, racy acidity and minerality.'' (Wine Spectator). So it's fitting that this exceptionally high quality Malbec is our first certified Fair Trade wine. Made by the Finca Federada estate in the remote Famatina Valley, 60% of this superbly rich Malbec has been aged in French oak barriques for an extensive eight month period ... Tony loves it: ''Top, top find Thomas! The aroma reminds me of the Malbec we used to get from a fancy estate in Cahors. Except this doesn't cost an arm and a leg. And you always had to keep the Cahors many years to soften up. This is very easy to drink now - certainly very nice with today's Cumberland Sausage! And glad to see its from that co-operative of small growers ( you know my fondness for such co-ops!) AND its even Fair Trade!'' (Tony Laithwaite) ''Beautifully dark red with warm aromas of spices and plums. Very full and well balanced in the mouth with vanilla, chocolate and tobacco complexity. Very smooth. Serve with steak and kidney pudding, game casserole, roast beef or duck.''