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Wrangles Chardonnay Viognier Riesling 2006 - £10.39
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Made exclusively for our loyal customers, this is boutique wine at its finest! It's a mouth-tingling combination of Chardonnay, Viognier and Riesling - three of the finest quality white grapes there are. And as you'll soon see, there is an amazing synergy of flavours between them. Chardonnay forms a rich, creamy base with peach-scented fruit. Viognier adds exotic apricot and honeysuckle aromas while Riesling adds finesse and racy acidity. All the fruit was grown in Orange, NSW where altitude makes for a moderate and even growing season. Cool nights have the effect of emphasizing the grapes' aromatic qualities. The mastermind behind this wine is Philip Shaw - a wine trade 'guru', well known to long-standing Rosemount Estate fans and now the proud owner of a brand new winery of his own in Orange. If you had to choose just one new wine for the Summer, we couldn't recommend anything more refreshing or rewarding. Serve chilled with barbecued seafood kebabs, king prawns or a chicken and mango salad.
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Made exclusively for our loyal customers, this is boutique wine at its finest! It's a mouth-tingling combination of Chardonnay, Viognier and Riesling - three of the finest quality white grapes there are. And as you'll soon see, there is an amazing synergy of flavours between them. Chardonnay forms a rich, creamy base with peach-scented fruit. Viognier adds exotic apricot and honeysuckle aromas while Riesling adds finesse and racy acidity. All the fruit was grown in Orange, NSW where altitude makes for a moderate and even growing season. Cool nights have the effect of emphasizing the grapes' aromatic qualities. The mastermind behind this wine is Philip Shaw - a wine trade 'guru', well known to long-standing Rosemount Estate fans and now the proud owner of a brand new winery of his own in Orange. If you had to choose just one new wine for the Summer, we couldn't recommend anything more refreshing or rewarding. Serve chilled with barbecued seafood kebabs, king prawns or a chicken and mango salad.
Estampilla Torrontes Sauvignon 2006 - £5.89
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''Argentina is arguably blessed with the New World's most diverse line-up of grapes'' (Tim Atkin, The Observer). Made along very organic lines, this mouthwateringly crisp white marries gently spicy Torrontes (Argentina's speciality white) with racy Sauvignon. The area is doubly blessed thanks to a climate ideal for vines. Warm days and cool, dry nights in the high-altitude vineyards ensure a tremendously long ripening period. Snowmelt from the hills provides the purest irrigation in near desert-like conditions. Leap-from-the-glass aromas of wild flowers and orchard fruits leading to lingering grapefruit, pineapple and citrus flavours. A lively aperitif that also goes very well with green salads and light fish dishes.
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''Argentina is arguably blessed with the New World's most diverse line-up of grapes'' (Tim Atkin, The Observer). Made along very organic lines, this mouthwateringly crisp white marries gently spicy Torrontes (Argentina's speciality white) with racy Sauvignon. The area is doubly blessed thanks to a climate ideal for vines. Warm days and cool, dry nights in the high-altitude vineyards ensure a tremendously long ripening period. Snowmelt from the hills provides the purest irrigation in near desert-like conditions. Leap-from-the-glass aromas of wild flowers and orchard fruits leading to lingering grapefruit, pineapple and citrus flavours. A lively aperitif that also goes very well with green salads and light fish dishes.
Loosen Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Kabinett 2004 - £12.39
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When it comes to quality German Riesling like this, ''No other wine can offer in a single sip as much finesse, purity of fruit, intensity of flavour and thrilling acidity'' (New Sotheby's Wine Encyclopedia). And after years of being overlooked, it's now very much the 'in' style - especially over the Summer months. Happily, prices don't yet reflect the high quality, so the value is outstanding. Ernst Loosen has been both 'Decanter Man of the Year' and the 'White Winemaker of the Year' at the International Wine Challenge, so you'd be hard pressed to find a finer exponent of fabulous German Rieslings. This is a Kabinett - a step up from standard QbA wines with a little more intensity and finesse. It's mouthwatering aromas recall lemons, lime and passion fruit, while its fresh, fruitiness is balanced by irresistibly racy acidity. Serve lightly chilled as an aperitif, with pan fried scallops, grilled fish fillets or a light green pea risotto.
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When it comes to quality German Riesling like this, ''No other wine can offer in a single sip as much finesse, purity of fruit, intensity of flavour and thrilling acidity'' (New Sotheby's Wine Encyclopedia). And after years of being overlooked, it's now very much the 'in' style - especially over the Summer months. Happily, prices don't yet reflect the high quality, so the value is outstanding. Ernst Loosen has been both 'Decanter Man of the Year' and the 'White Winemaker of the Year' at the International Wine Challenge, so you'd be hard pressed to find a finer exponent of fabulous German Rieslings. This is a Kabinett - a step up from standard QbA wines with a little more intensity and finesse. It's mouthwatering aromas recall lemons, lime and passion fruit, while its fresh, fruitiness is balanced by irresistibly racy acidity. Serve lightly chilled as an aperitif, with pan fried scallops, grilled fish fillets or a light green pea risotto.
Pascal Bouchard 2005 - £9.79
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Benchmark Petit Chablis from reliable producer Pascal Bouchard, this wine has received the prized 'Tastevinage' in recognition of its quality and style. And the 2005 vintage has seen a return to classic Chablis form - cool flavours and superb balance. Minerally, tight and racy - everything you want from Chablis ... at a terrific price. ''Chablis is my default wine: the no brainer that fits with almost any situation, friend, dish, time of day and day of year ... I sometimes think it was sent down to earth as a model for all winemakers to imitate'' (leading wine writer Hugh Johnson).
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Benchmark Petit Chablis from reliable producer Pascal Bouchard, this wine has received the prized 'Tastevinage' in recognition of its quality and style. And the 2005 vintage has seen a return to classic Chablis form - cool flavours and superb balance. Minerally, tight and racy - everything you want from Chablis ... at a terrific price. ''Chablis is my default wine: the no brainer that fits with almost any situation, friend, dish, time of day and day of year ... I sometimes think it was sent down to earth as a model for all winemakers to imitate'' (leading wine writer Hugh Johnson).
Domaine Long-Depaquit 2005 - £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.
Kittoch Lane Semillon Sauvignon 2006 - £6.79
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Kittoch Lane is a mouthwatering combination of round Semillon and racy Sauvignon - the grapes behind Bordeaux's finest whites. ''It's a traditional Bordeaux blend but we like to think we do it with more verve and with really fresh Aussie fruit flavours!'', Sam Trimboli, Winemaker When Sam was making this wine all it lacked was a name ... until one day wandering the vineyard Sam stumbled upon an old letterbox. Using a handful of grapes to clean away the grime the name Kittoch was revealed. Apparently the vineyard's creek reminded a former Scottish owner of the creek which runs through the Kittoch Valley near Clyde! Herbaceous Semillon provides wonderful food-friendly weight and tropical fruit character, given a citrus zing by the Sauvignon. Pale gold with glints of green, orange blossom aroma and round flavours of lemon and honeydew melon. Crisp, refreshing and very long. Enjoy with calamari, grilled snapper or antipasti.
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Kittoch Lane is a mouthwatering combination of round Semillon and racy Sauvignon - the grapes behind Bordeaux's finest whites. ''It's a traditional Bordeaux blend but we like to think we do it with more verve and with really fresh Aussie fruit flavours!'', Sam Trimboli, Winemaker When Sam was making this wine all it lacked was a name ... until one day wandering the vineyard Sam stumbled upon an old letterbox. Using a handful of grapes to clean away the grime the name Kittoch was revealed. Apparently the vineyard's creek reminded a former Scottish owner of the creek which runs through the Kittoch Valley near Clyde! Herbaceous Semillon provides wonderful food-friendly weight and tropical fruit character, given a citrus zing by the Sauvignon. Pale gold with glints of green, orange blossom aroma and round flavours of lemon and honeydew melon. Crisp, refreshing and very long. Enjoy with calamari, grilled snapper or antipasti.
Estampilla Torrontes Sauvignon 2007 - £6.29
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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.''
Les Martinets Sauvignon Blanc 2006 - £7.39
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Sancerre's neighbour, Haut-Poitou - 'the star of the southern Loire' - is the source of this incredibly pure, zesty Sauvignon ... a medal-winning, single vineyard gem. Originally a tip-off from an old friend in Sancerre, Les Martinets is the work of skilled winemaker Jean-Francois Trouve. ''Wonderfully refreshing white awash with racy citrus and classic grassy flavours. A lovely accompaniment to goat's cheese salad or fresh salmon steaks.''
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Sancerre's neighbour, Haut-Poitou - 'the star of the southern Loire' - is the source of this incredibly pure, zesty Sauvignon ... a medal-winning, single vineyard gem. Originally a tip-off from an old friend in Sancerre, Les Martinets is the work of skilled winemaker Jean-Francois Trouve. ''Wonderfully refreshing white awash with racy citrus and classic grassy flavours. A lovely accompaniment to goat's cheese salad or fresh salmon steaks.''
Domaine Raimbault-Pineau 'Les Chasseignes' 2006 - £11.95
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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.
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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.
Marthinus Chenin Blanc - £35.94
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With South African wines going from strength to strength - it's no wonder this old-vine Chenin from Marthinus Estate remains one of your favourite whites. The great grape of the Loire, Chenin's appeal is found in its wonderful depth of fruit - rich and concentrated, but also crisply refreshing acidity. In the warmth of the Cape sunshine, its imbued with zesty citrus aromas and generous tropical fruit. Balanced and racy, with lemon, lime, lychee and honey on the nose. Ripe tropical fruit palate. Delicious with chicken, pasta or salads.
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With South African wines going from strength to strength - it's no wonder this old-vine Chenin from Marthinus Estate remains one of your favourite whites. The great grape of the Loire, Chenin's appeal is found in its wonderful depth of fruit - rich and concentrated, but also crisply refreshing acidity. In the warmth of the Cape sunshine, its imbued with zesty citrus aromas and generous tropical fruit. Balanced and racy, with lemon, lime, lychee and honey on the nose. Ripe tropical fruit palate. Delicious with chicken, pasta or salads.
Marthinus Chenin Blanc - £64.99
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With South African wines going from strength to strength - it's no wonder this old-vine Chenin from Marthinus Estate remains one of your favourite whites. The great grape of the Loire, Chenin's appeal is found in its wonderful depth of fruit - rich and concentrated, but also crisply refreshing acidity. In the warmth of the Cape sunshine, its imbued with zesty citrus aromas and generous tropical fruit. Balanced and racy, with lemon, lime, lychee and honey on the nose. Ripe tropical fruit palate. Delicious with chicken, pasta or salads.
Price on from Laithwaites.
With South African wines going from strength to strength - it's no wonder this old-vine Chenin from Marthinus Estate remains one of your favourite whites. The great grape of the Loire, Chenin's appeal is found in its wonderful depth of fruit - rich and concentrated, but also crisply refreshing acidity. In the warmth of the Cape sunshine, its imbued with zesty citrus aromas and generous tropical fruit. Balanced and racy, with lemon, lime, lychee and honey on the nose. Ripe tropical fruit palate. Delicious with chicken, pasta or salads.
Kittoch Lane Semillon Sauvignon 2007 - £6.99
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A tantalising marriage of round, lemon-fresh Semillon and racy Sauvignon - the grapes behind Bordeaux's finest whites. ''It's a traditional Bordeaux blend but we like to think we do it with more verve and with really fresh Aussie fruit flavours!'', Sam Trimboli, Winemaker. When Sam was making this wine, all it lacked was a name ... until one day wandering the vineyard Sam stumbled upon an old letterbox. Using a handful of grapes to clean away the grime, the name Kittoch was revealed! Apparently the vineyard's creek reminded a former Scottish owner of the creek which runs through the Kittoch Valley near Clyde! Bright yellow is colour with a heady orange blossom aroma and round flavours of lemon and honeydew melon. Crisp, refreshing and very long. Enjoy with calamari, grilled snapper or antipasti.
Price on from Laithwaites.
A tantalising marriage of round, lemon-fresh Semillon and racy Sauvignon - the grapes behind Bordeaux's finest whites. ''It's a traditional Bordeaux blend but we like to think we do it with more verve and with really fresh Aussie fruit flavours!'', Sam Trimboli, Winemaker. When Sam was making this wine, all it lacked was a name ... until one day wandering the vineyard Sam stumbled upon an old letterbox. Using a handful of grapes to clean away the grime, the name Kittoch was revealed! Apparently the vineyard's creek reminded a former Scottish owner of the creek which runs through the Kittoch Valley near Clyde! Bright yellow is colour with a heady orange blossom aroma and round flavours of lemon and honeydew melon. Crisp, refreshing and very long. Enjoy with calamari, grilled snapper or antipasti.
Grand Gaillard Sauvignon 2007 - £6.29
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Winner of many International medals (and a consistent poll winner with you) the popularity of this racy, refreshing gem reflects consistent quality and remarkable value for money. Deep in the beautiful Dordogne, winemaker Lionel Condeau has taken the wine to new quality heights. At harvest, his team carefully rush small Sauvignon bunches to the cool cellars, and then blend them with Semillon. Enticing grassy-gooseberry aromas and the crisp, super-fresh citrus flavours found in the best mouthwatering Sauvignons. Superb on its own or with a wide range of seafood. Bordeaux quality at a much better price.
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Winner of many International medals (and a consistent poll winner with you) the popularity of this racy, refreshing gem reflects consistent quality and remarkable value for money. Deep in the beautiful Dordogne, winemaker Lionel Condeau has taken the wine to new quality heights. At harvest, his team carefully rush small Sauvignon bunches to the cool cellars, and then blend them with Semillon. Enticing grassy-gooseberry aromas and the crisp, super-fresh citrus flavours found in the best mouthwatering Sauvignons. Superb on its own or with a wide range of seafood. Bordeaux quality at a much better price.
Monte Leon Sauvignon Blanc 2007 - £6.79
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Wonderfully expressive Chilean Sauvignon Blanc with New World ripeness of fruit and old world elegance and restraint. A rare combination that makes this 'a must' to discover! Monte Leon comes from the leading family-owned estate Santa Emiliana and was crafted by highly respected winemaker Cesar 'the bear' Morales. The estate was one of the first in Chile to produce biodynamic wines. Aromatically vibrant and fresh with scents of gooseberries, grapefruit and asparagus. Mouthfilling and zesty with ripe, green fruit flavours lifted by racy acidity. Lovely concentration and balance.
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Wonderfully expressive Chilean Sauvignon Blanc with New World ripeness of fruit and old world elegance and restraint. A rare combination that makes this 'a must' to discover! Monte Leon comes from the leading family-owned estate Santa Emiliana and was crafted by highly respected winemaker Cesar 'the bear' Morales. The estate was one of the first in Chile to produce biodynamic wines. Aromatically vibrant and fresh with scents of gooseberries, grapefruit and asparagus. Mouthfilling and zesty with ripe, green fruit flavours lifted by racy acidity. Lovely concentration and balance.
Quinta do Vale Perdido 2006 - £6.15
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Great news for those of you in search of a NEW white taste sensation! Quinta do Vale Perdido is a tongue-tingling find from Portugal. Imagine intensely flavoured Pinot Grigio plus a dash of refreshing Sauvignon. It's from Casa Santos Lima - a highly regarded family estate whose winemaker Jose Neiva Correia draws on Portugal's rich wine heritage whilst maintaining a modern outlook. To make this mouthwatering masterpiece, Jose Neiva adds a splash of finest Sauvignon Blanc to a thrilling blend of local varieties. The vines are planted in limestone soils - just like the world's finest white vineyards - which add a degree of minerality to this deliciously fresh, citrus-charged wine. ''A favourite in our tasting room, thanks to its attractive floral character and crisp green apple and citrus flavours, this vibrant, racy white makes a delicious aperitif. Lisbon locals would serve this with grilled sardines, seafood or asparagus.''
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Great news for those of you in search of a NEW white taste sensation! Quinta do Vale Perdido is a tongue-tingling find from Portugal. Imagine intensely flavoured Pinot Grigio plus a dash of refreshing Sauvignon. It's from Casa Santos Lima - a highly regarded family estate whose winemaker Jose Neiva Correia draws on Portugal's rich wine heritage whilst maintaining a modern outlook. To make this mouthwatering masterpiece, Jose Neiva adds a splash of finest Sauvignon Blanc to a thrilling blend of local varieties. The vines are planted in limestone soils - just like the world's finest white vineyards - which add a degree of minerality to this deliciously fresh, citrus-charged wine. ''A favourite in our tasting room, thanks to its attractive floral character and crisp green apple and citrus flavours, this vibrant, racy white makes a delicious aperitif. Lisbon locals would serve this with grilled sardines, seafood or asparagus.''