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Welcome to Symmons and Allen Vintnersimproved and extended wine portfolio.

We’ve been working tirelessly to source exceptional products at fantastic prices foryou and your customers, and have paid

specific attention to bringing you an offering that truly reflects the passion andflavour of each wine’s country and region of origin. Wine doesn’t have to be soft

and bland to be easy to drink!

Prosecco has now overtaken Champagne as Britain’s top sparkling tipple, and to reflect this we’ve added new ranges to the list.

A resurgence in sales of Spanish and Portuguese wines has led us to bolster our offering to meet new demand. The complexity and balance of these

wines will certainly change consumers’ expectations.

Confidence in Chilean wine has improved hugely. Sales of entry-level wine aresteadily increasing, and customers are now more willing to trade up to mid-price

and premium products. We’ve improved our offering to give a broader picture of the varying wines from this country’s eclectic regions.

We have enhanced our Australian list, showcasing specialist wines from Brown Brothers, including their Moscato (Australia’s no.1 selling wine).

Three exceptional wines from Magpie Estates (Barossa Valley) and entry-level on-trade exclusives from The Landings have also been added.

This does not mean we’ve forgotten what your customers like to see on their table, with over 80 new European wines added!

We also now have a small, but perfectly formed, organic wine selection, including some particularly special bottles from Spain and Corsica.

We’re paying specific attention to growing this area of our list, and will add more as we find wines of suitable quality and cost.

Please try them - you won’t regret it…

We’d love the opportunity to help you get the most from your wine sales, andcan offer food-matching, tasting sessions and a bespoke wine list service.

Opposite is just a selection of the extensive range of menus we have created for our customers.

Please get in touch and see if we can help.

Emma HardyWine Manager

INTRODUCTION

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Symmons & AllenVintners

elcome to

Symmons & Allen Vintners

Wine Portfolio

Actual bottle designs may differ slightly from those depicted

in this brochure.

Index

2-3Champagne

3Sparkling

4-5Australia

6-7New Zealand

8California

9Argentina

10-11Chile

12-13South Africa

14-22France

23Germany • AustriaEngland • Lebanon

24-25Italy • Sicily

26-27Spain

28Portugal • Dessert

V = Vegetarian suitableVg = Vegan suitable

= Organic

Emma Hardy, Wine Manager

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Champagne Lallier are a small familyconcern crafting Pinot Noir blends fromtheir own (and some specially selectedother) 'Grand Cru' vineyards in Aÿ, alsohome to Bollinger, but Lallier's cellarsare older, Avize, and Cramant.

Classified as 100 out of 100, 'Grand Cru'vineyards are the crème de la crème ofvineyard sites. Like Bollinger, Lallier'swines use a high proportion of PinotNoir in their blends (the Rosé is 100%Pinot Noir), so with Champagne Lallier

you get a Pinot Noirdominated blend fromGrand Cru and PremierCru sites - a rarity.

Lanson Black LabelCrisp, fresh, lemony stylewhich becomes more complexwith age. Fresh aromas combine the impression of vitality and springtimescents, together with hints of ‘toast’ and honey, witha long but delicate finish.

Lanson RoséDelicate pink colour with flavours of raspberry and blackcurrant. The wine has harmonious balance and good length on the finish.

Jules Féraud Award winning champagne. A fresh, dry wine with a finemousse of tiny bubbles and a good balance of fruit andacidity, with a minimum of 3 ½ years of bottle ageing.

Jules Féraud RoséBeautiful deep pink champagne with a rich, intensely fruity nosewhich follows through on the palate, with red fruits prevailing onthe finish.

Mercier BrutMercier Brut has a bouquet marked by white stone fruits andnotes of fresh bread. Aromas of ripe apple and pear developfully on the palate for a delightfully fresh finish.

Mercier RoséMercier Brut Rosé is initially distinguished by its beautiful pink color and coppery glimmers. The bouquet is redolent of wild berries from the forest. On the palate, the first impression is of suppleness, with a delectable languor refreshed by the fruitiness of the grapes.

Collet BrutA warm golden colour with an intense, almost amber, hue.Initial impressions are of spices, fresh butter and ripe wheat.On the palate it is vinous, powerful and robust.

H Blin Demi SecGolden deep yellow, notes of ripe fruits, apricot, prune and peach.Long and persistent nuances of caramalised almonds and vanilla.

Collet Rosé Raspberry-pink this mellow creamy champagne is round and fruitywith rose, honey and cinnamon aromas.

ChampagneLike the Melton Mowbray pork pie or Roquefort cheese, Champagne has gained Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status, and can only be produced in the Champagne region in northern France. Although the Americans still continue to use theterm “Champagne”, they, at least, have to clearly indicate the fizzy wine’s true geographical origin!

Unexpectedly for a wine that is quintessentially light and white, champagne is made from predominantly black grapes. Less than 30 per cent of Champagne's vineyards are light-skinned Chardonnay, the white burgundy grape. The red burgundy grape Pinot Noir is planted on almost 40 per centof Champagne's infertile vineyard soils. The region's third main variety, with about a third of the vineyard, is Pinot Meunier, a fruitier, earlier-maturingrelative of Pinot Noir.

The essence of Champagne is, of course, the sparkle. And this sparkle derives from a secondary fermentation which takes place in the reinforced bottles that are so familiar, where the combination of the base wines (the blend of wines from the different grapes), sugar and yeast give off the perfect amount of carbon dioxide. Although the number of renowned Champagne houses is relatively few, the grapes are in fact grown by thousandsof smallholders. It is this diversity of production that the big houses argue forms the basis of the consistently good champagne. Most champagne isNon-Vintage (NV), with the grapes coming from more than one year’s harvest. A vintage champagne takes double the time to produce, and can only

be made in years of exceptional quality. It also has the effect of those quality grapes being unavailable for blending with previous and futureyears’ harvests to maintain quality standards year in year out.

We are delighted to present our exclusive, award-winning Champagne, Jules Feraud and Jules Feraud Rosé. In 2010, this wine beat all the majorChampagne houses to win the title “Best in Class” at the International Wine & Spirit Competition, and we are rightly proud of that achievement.

The Champagne region of France is one of the mostheavily praised wine regions on Earth.

Moët & Chandon, the champagne of success and glamour since 1743, is an international icon of luxuryand the world’s favourite champagne. For over two centuries the House has celebrated accomplishmentand charismatic appeal with grandeur and generosity.The quality of the wines gives full expression to therichness and diversity of the fabulous vineyards, thelargest and most prestigious estate in the whole ofChampagne, made up almost exclusively of PremiersCrus and Grands Crus. The Moët & Chandon name guarantees excellence and consistent quality throughevery bottle of Moët Imperial, Rose Imperial,and Grand Vintage champagnes. Joyous wines,with a generous and seductive personality,

distinguished by their sparkling fruitiness, their flavoursome body and their elegant maturity.


CHAMPAGNE

Moët & ChandonLively, clean and expressive with a soft, approachable,subtle flavour.

Moët & Chandon RoséDelicate pink in colour, with aromas of strawberriesand flavours of berry fruits on the palate.

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Champagne Lallier Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs A fresh and full-bodied champagne with balanceand finesse. Elegant with ample citrus fruitflavours and aromas. This 100% Chardonnay(Blanc de Blancs) has been beautifully craftedusing the very best Grand Cru grapes from Aÿ and La Côte des Blancs.

Champagne Lallier Grand Cru Grande Réserve Brut VChampagne of exhilarating freshness, complexityand finesse, the flagship blend of Lallier. The energising citrusy palate delivers an equal measure of ripe, toasty fruit followed by a tasty,elegant finish.

Since 1760, Lanson hascrafted champagne thetraditional way. Unlikemany Houses, Lansonalso owns vineyards, including the prestigious Clos deLanson, a onehectare vineyard ofChardonnay grapesin the centre ofReims. It is the only vineyard leftwithin the wallsof the city.

Mountbridge Sparkling Brut Reserve (South -Eastern Australia)Offering generous fruit flavours, a creamy palate with a crisp clean finish.

Fresita (Chile)A delicious and unique blend of premium sparkling wine perfectly fused with fresh, hand-picked Patagonian strawberries combined with a crisp and fresh finish.

Pasqua Prosecco Extra Dry NV (Treviso, Italy)Bright straw in colour with lively aromas of intense vine fruits. Naturallybalanced and graceful with a fresh effervescence and a velvety smoothnessand harmonious finish.

Nua Prosecco (Italy)Light straw yellow in colour with a fruity, elegant, typically aromatic bouquet. Soft, characteristic, pleasantly fresh and armonic.

Botter Raboso Rosé Spumante Extra Dry (Italy) V Vg A delicate pink sparkling wine made from the Raboso grape. Fresh red

summer fruits on the nose, lively and crisp on the palate.

Domenico de Bertiol Proseccodi Valdobbiadene Spumante(Veneto, Italy)Made with Prosecco di Valdobbiadene

grapes, this has a straw colour andsmall, attractive bubbles. Light,fruity aromas of fresh green apples and pears plus a hint ofyeastiness on the nose lead to a creamy, softly sparkling palatewith some nutty richness on thefinish. An excellent example of the style.

Mirabello Pinot Grigio Rosé Spumante (Italy) V VgA lively rosé fizz with delicate aromas of red berries and a palate of lush, summer fruits.

Chapel Down Vintage Reserve Brut (Kent, England)A very approachable style of fizz. Pale lemon in colour. The nose has notes ofred apple, lemon grass and fresh bread. A finely structured wine with flavoursof fresh citrus, quince and hints of strawberry and brioche on the finishSilver Medal Winner at The International Wine and Spirit Competition 2012.

Kraemer Blanc de Blancs (France) VClean crisp and refreshingly dry with gentle acidity, From the South of Francemade in the traditional ’méthode champenoise’ from 100% chardonnaygrapes. Soft and creamy flavours combined with fine bubbles.

LUNA de Murviedro Cava Brut (Spain)A dense and fine mousse. Pale yellow in colour with green tones. Dry fruitcharacter with floral aromas. A creamy sensation from the fine mousse, wellbalanced, with citric flavours and a long finish.

LUNA de Murviedro Cava Rosé (Spain)Thick mousse of fine well integrated bubbles. Deep bronze tinged, Freshwith aromas of ripe red fruits. Light crisp, fresh with good acidity and fruityfinish.

Mas Macià Cava Brut Nature Reserva (Spain) V VgA fresh and lively Cava with complex flavours of baked apples andstone fruits with herbal notes and some nutty, marzipan, yeasty notes from time on the lees. Good acidity and a long, dry savoury finish.

One 4 One Prosecco (Italy) 24x200mlPale light yellow colour, delicate and complex bouquet with fruity notes of peach, green apple, acacia and lilac.Fresh and light on the palate, with balanced acidity and body. Harmonic with a long persistent aftertaste.

Veuve Clicquot BrutFull flavoured with a long, fruity aftertaste. A most distinguished Champagne.

Veuve Clicquot RoséFull flavoured and rich with a hint of summer fruit.

Krug Grand CuvéeRich and opulent, fermented in oak barrels. A benchmark wine.

Bollinger Special Cuvée With 80% of its grapes coming from Premier andGrand Cru vineyards, it has a full-bodied style, resultingfrom the large amount of Pinot Noir in the blend.

Laurent Perrier BrutBone dry with subtle savoury,toasty flavours and a delicate,yet complex nose.

Laurent Perrier RoséGlorious pink colour withrounded red fruit flavours.

Krug illustrates theamazing adventure of avisionary, Joseph Krug,who understood thatthe essence of champagne is pleasureitself. He wanted thearomas and flavours ofseveral years to perpetuate the Krug taste, a handcrafted taste that has become its unrivalled signature.

Joseph Krug

Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin, born 16 December 1777 inReims, was the daughter of a wealthy Baron, Ponsardin,a textile manufacturer and politician. She marriedFrançois Clicquot at the age of 21. Her husband died in1805, leaving his widow (Veuve in French) in control ofthe company. In 1810 she started her new company. Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin. Her elegant andcarefully looped signature reading simply Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin is the same distinctive signaturereprinted today on every bottle of the yellow label non vintage champagne that bears her name.

Established in 1812, LaurentPerrier remains a fiercelyindependent, family-ownedChampagne house. Based in Tour-sur-Maine theyare proud of their royal warrantand their position as the fourthlargest Champagne brand in the world.

Many champagnes are also available in sizes other than 75cl.Please ask for details.Sparkling

Established in 1829 by Jacques Bollinger, tothis day the house remains family owned.Each of the Bollinger Cuvees is a careful assembly of the very finest ingredients by their talented and passionate team.

Widow Clicquot

CHAMPAGNE

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Louis Roederer CristalA truly succulent and powerful champagne made only in the best years from the finest fruit and top vineyardssites. The impressive palate shows lush, ripe peachyfruit, a rich toastiness and a silky texture with a finemousse.

In 1668, the young monkPierre Pérignon was appointed cellar masterof the Benedictine Abbey of Hautvillers, France.For forty-seven years,Dom Pierre Pérignon displayed his pioneeringand innovative talents tocreate the ‘best wine in

the world’. Three centuries later, DomPérignon pursues this spirit. The perfect balance of black and whitegrapes, from only the very best Pinot Noirand Chardonnay parcels are chosen fromany of the 17 Grand Crus, including thelegendary Premier Cru, Hautvillers. Theslow maturation allows the wine to reachits optimum intensity. Aged for no fewerthan 7 years, Dom Pérignon achieves itsunique style; vibrant, tactile and complex.

Dom PérignonThe nose is honeyed. Intense and roundedflavours of minerals and fruits.

Dom Pérignon RoséThis Rosé is produced intiny amounts and has anexquisite richness of red fruits.


Pickers in the De Bortoli vineyards hand-pickingthe Shiraz into small crates.

AUSTRALIA

Joey Brown White VA refreshing and approachable white with appealing flavoursof tropical fruits.

Joey Brown Red VThis Australian red is soft and rounded with rich, dark fruitflavours.

Joey Brown Rosé VBright, fresh style with lively acidity.

Euca Hill Pinot Grigio Fine nose showing pineapple, gooseberry and white mushroom. Aromas of lemon and pineapple. Crisp and refreshing, with a harmonic balance of fruit and acidity.

Euca Hill Chardonnay VExcellent medium-bodied wine with lovely lemonand lime flavours.

Euca Hill Shiraz VBright garnet coloured wine with hints of chocolate, plumsand vanilla. The palate is rich and has a good length withnice tannins.

Euca Hill Shiraz Rosé VA vibrant and refreshing wine, bursting with fruit flavoursof strawberry and raspberry. A fresh fruit bouquet and lively acidity.

The Landings Colombard ChardonnayA very refreshing white wine with lively citrus fruit characteristics and crisp, fresh acidity.

The Landings Shiraz Cabernet SauvignonBlackcurrant and plum fruit flavours together with a tantalising hint of spice and soft yet integrated tannins.

Whistling Duck Semillon Sauvignon BlancA fruit driven wine, notes of lychee and pomegranate with definitelime characters. The lively palate is balanced by soft, subtle oak andfresh acidity with a long lasting and satisfying finish.

Whistling Duck ShirazAromas of ripe plum fruit with hints of spice and subtle oak. Softtannins and ripe fruit flavours combine to give depth and length onthe palate.

Mountbridge Reserve ChardonnayLight straw in colour with lovely green hues. Tropical and citrus aromas of guava, pineapple and lychees. A hint of French oak addslength and complexity. Crisp acidity gives this wine a clean lingeringfinish.

Mountbridge Reserve MerlotIntense and vibrant plum and berry flavours and a rich, velvety texture.

Mountbridge Reserve ShirazPeppery characters, spice and plum fruit with chocolate and toastyoak. Tannins and sweet fruit combine to give a full-bodied winewith good length of flavour.

AustraliaAustralia is the fourth largest exporter of wine, most of whichis produced in the Southern, cooler parts of the country, withvineyards located in South Australia, New South Wales, Victoria, Western Australia, Tasmania and Queensland.

Vine cuttings from the Cape of Good Hope were brought to thepenal colony of New South Wales in 1788. Early Australian winemakers faced many difficulties, particularly due to the unfamiliar Australian climate.However they eventually achieved considerable success. At the 1873 Vienna Exhibition the French judges, tasting blind, praised some wines from Victoria, but withdrew in protest when the provenance of the wine was revealed, on the grounds that wines of that quality must clearly be French!

Up until the late 1970s, Australian wine production consisted largely, but not exclusively, of sweet and fortified wines. Since then, Australia has rapidlybecome a world leader in both the quantity and quality of wines it produces.

De Bortoli Wines is a third generation familywine company established by Vittorio andGiuseppina De Bortoli in 1928. The couple emigrated to Australia from Northern Italy. Italian family values passeddown from Vittorio remain core values to thisday. There is a culture of hard work, generosity of spirit and of sharing goodfood, good wine and good times withfamily and friends.De Bortoli has vineyards in four diverse regions, the Riverina, Yarra Valley, King Valley and Hunter Valley.

The De Bortoli family3rd generation.

The Yarra Valley is Victoria's oldest wine region, has over 3,600 hectaresunder vine and crushes around 19,000 tonnes of grapes annually.

4The Mountbridge Reservewines are our preferred rangeof single varietal wines whichwe feel best typify modernexpectation of these threeclassic single grape varietals.

AUSTRALIA

Westend Cool Climate ShirazA wine of depth and intensity. The nose has layers of complexity,plummy, blueberry fruits with hints of violets and eucalyptus supported by the nutmeg and cedar flavours. A rich generous palate that still has a touch of elegance. Dark berry fruit flavours.

Westend Cool Climate RieslingThe aromatic nose that leaps out of the glass and develops withintensity shows concentrated lime juice flavours, lemons and hints ofunderlying spices. A beautifully fresh and lively palate exhibits textured layers tightly bound by a backbone of lime zest.

Richland Cabernet SauvignonThe nose has layers of complexity, plummy, blueberry fruits with hintsof violets and eucalyptus supported by the nutmeg and cedar flavours.A rich, generous palate that still has a touch of elegance. Dark berryfruit flavours, succulent fine grained tannins and seamless integrationof oak give this wine balance and structure.

Richland Black ShirazSensational, smooth and strong. Very ripe blackberry and black cherry flavours with vanilla cream and pepper spice. A heavy weight with great concentration and length.

Westend Estate in the Riverinaregion of New South Wales was established by Francesco and Elizabeth Calabria, newly arrived migrants from Italy in 1927.The winery became known as Calabria Wines, now ownedand operated by their son, Bill Calabria.

In 1974, Bill changed the name to Westend Estate Wines withthe aim of increasing the quality and range of winesoffered by the

winery, an aimwhich has beenrewarded withmany medals andtrophies from majorAustralian and International WineShows. Bill Calabria, Westend Estate Wines

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Barossa Valley

Magpie Estate 'Wishbone' Shiraz GrenacheWarm plum and raspberry fruit on the nose with hints of dusty earth, spice and violets. Medium to full bodied with juicy plum and raspberry on the palate also, with black cherry, spice and a lick of creamy oak. It’s a generous juicy mouthful with bags of fruit and spice, a hint of tea, good acidity too, keeping it vibrant. A slightly salty finish.

Magpie Estate 'The Black Craft' ShirazClassic Barossa Shiraz with intense savoury flavours of thick blackberry compote, black pepper and typical iron-rich beefy flavours. Not a hint of jam here, no sweetness, this is serious shiraz for grown-ups with balanced acidity, fine velvety tannins and tremendous length.

Magpie Estate 'Wishbone' Semillon SauvignonUnoaked, attractive honeyed nose with hints of lanolin and fresh citrus fruits. It’s dry, crisp and tangy with good weight, slightly smokey Semillon and grassy, tangy citrus Sauvignon.

McLaren / Clare Valley

Some Young Punks 'Passion Has Hot Red Lips' Cabernet Shiraz V VgA rich mouthful of lip-smacking, sensuously structured McLaren Cabernet and Clare Shiraz. An electrifying vibrant nose of ripe redcherry, cranberry, black fruit, aromatic smoke, vanilla, violets and treacle lead to a concentrated palate of cranberry and sour cherries,with more savoury flavours of black tapenade, herbs and a hint of tobacco. A precise and astute wine with plenty of interest.

Some Young Punks Quickie! Sauvignon Blanc VGenerous, up front and fruity with more crispness and minerality than is all too often lacking in Australian Sauvignons. None of thesweatiness but plenty of grip and liveliness on the tight finish.

Victoria

Brown Brothers Moscato 5.5%Light straw in colour with some youthful green tinges, while the nose is lifted witharomas of musk, citrus and freshly crushed grapes. In the mouth the wine is alivewith a vibrant and mouth filling sherbet flavour. A wine of universal appeal, the retained carbon dioxide gives a mild frizzante effect resulting in a lively and freshwine. In Australia this wine is No1 in wine sales.

Brown Brothers Banksdale Chardonnay VThis current release has a pale gold colour with subtle green hues and a delicatenose displaying nectarine and grapefruit notes with light cashew nut oak. Stonefruit characters follow through to the palate, which is fine and elegant.

The Banksdale Chardonnay will gain further depth and complexity with cellaring for up to 3 years.

Brown Brothers Heathcote ShirazThis beauty just shouts ripe, spicyplums and leather, showing alovely harmony of juicy fruit andsoft tannins. A hallmark of BrownBrothers wines is evident in theripeness and purity of fruit.

Brown BrothersMilawa vineyard.

Brown Brothers vineyards, located throughout Victoria,are as varied as their wines and wine styles.

Within a 50km radius of Milawa, climatic conditionsrange from cool alpine areas to lush temperature valleys to sun drenched plains.

Each of their vineyards has been selected on the basis of their suitability for the variety of wine style.


Marlborough

Riversdale Marlborough Sauvignon BlancIntense white peach and nectarine aromas with beautiful fresh fruit to provide a full palate and lingering finish.

Neptune Point Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc VA lovely fruit and aromatic wine with notes of citrus gooseberry and a subtle vanilla touch.

Neptune Point Pinot Noir VSmooth and perfectly balanced with notes of plum and black cherry.

The Cloud Factory Sauvignon Blanc, MarlboroughPerfumed with nettle & ripe tropical fruits which are evident on the palate too along with limey flavours and a rich minerality classic Marlborough Sauvignon. The wine is sappy fresh, clean and immensely easy drinking.

Sileni Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc, MarlboroughThe Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc has ripe tropical and gooseberry fruit flavours with a zingy finish and impeccable balance.

Misty Cove Sauvignon Blanc, MarlboroughThe colour is a delightful light lime and the bouquet is full of lively gooseberry, fresh herbs and melon aromas with tropical passionfruit and citrus fruit character on the palate. This wine has great acidityand length, finishing refreshingly limey and elegant.

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New Zealand is a country of contrasts with dense, native forest,snow-capped mountains and spectacular coastline. With winegrowing regions spanning the latitudes of 36 to 45 degrees andcovering the length of 1000 miles (1,600km), grapes are grown ina vast range of climates and soil types, producing a diverse array ofstyles. The northern hemisphere equivalent would run from Bordeaux (between the latitudes of 44 and 46 degrees) down tosouthern Spain.

New Zealand's temperate, maritime climate has a strong influenceon the country's predominantly coastal vineyards. The vines are warmed by strong, clear sunlight during the day and cooled at night by sea breezes.The long, slow ripening period helps to retain the vibrant varietal flavours that make New Zealand wine so distinctive.

The special combination of soil, climate and water, their innovative pioneering spirit and commitment to quality all come together to deliver pure, intense and diverse experiences.

The Yarra Valley is Victoria's oldest wine region, has over3,600 hectares under vine and crushes around 19,000

tonnes of grapes annually.

Babich Henderson ValleyWinery and Vineyard

New Zealand

Marlborough is New Zealand's largest wine growing region. It has an enviableinternational reputation for producing the best Sauvignon Blanc in the world.

Proudly family owned and operated Babich Wines was foundedin 1916 by Croatian immigrant Josip Babich. Josip’s sons Peterand Joe took the business forward to become the modern winerythat is now renowned for producing world class wines.

Today, using this near century of winemaking experience, thethird generation of the Babich Family in the form of Peter’s sonDavid continues to produce great wines from New Zealand's finestwine regions.

Marlborough

While it has become a familiarname worldwide for SauvignonBlanc, the region’s most plantedgrape variety, Marlborough is alsorenowned for its Pinot Noir.

Black Label Marlborough Sauvignon BlancThe bouquet overflows with ripe gooseberry, boxwood and redcurrant aromas. The palate is powerful with an explosivearray of fruit salad and redcurrants, which follow through fromthe nose and join with zesty lemon & lime - all complementedby elegant mineral notes. Dry and crisp yet generous and beautifully textured. Great length.

Marlborough Sauvignon BlancThis wine has a bouquet that is bursting with passion fruit, gooseberry and redcurrant. The palate is rich, sweet fruited and complex with layers of guava, passion fruit and gooseberry. The acid/fruit balance is excellent with a lovely herbal flinty character and a lingering perfume on the finish. This is a reason why Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is so famous. Enjoy!

Marlborough Pinot Noir V VgAromas of strawberry flan, layered with cedar, spice and darker savoury notes comprise the bouquet. The palate has a soft sweet fruited entrywith good volume, again strawberries and spicebuilding along with mushrooms, forest floor andsoft tannins. An earthy savoury finish rounds outthis supple and charming wine.

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Hawkes Bay Chardonnay UnoakedAromas of ripe tinned pineapple, sweet apricots and peach are abundant in the glass. Packed with fruit, predominantly apples and peaches.Lovely full weight great body and viscosity. Rewarding and lingering citrus finish. This is an enjoyable and easy drinking wine.

Gimblett Gravels Merlot CabernetThe nose is brimming with blackberries, blackcurrants and forest fruits which are joined by plum and tasty savoury notes.Liquorice and spice aromas intermingle perfectly. The palate issweet and abundantly fruitful on entry developing complexsavoury notes that mingle delightfully with the fruit. Gentle oak supports layers of cocoa and leather. The tannins are soft,the weight full-ish and the finish is long with lingering darkberry fruits.

Gimblett Gravels SyrahA good depth of colour preceeds pleasing ripe summer fruit aromas. Black plum and spice arealso apparent on the nose. There is a sweet plum entry in the mouth which develops into concentrated fruit with subtle savoury notes and a touch of leather. Tannins satisfy the palate and fruit lingers on the finish.

Sileni Cellar Selection Pinot Noir, Hawkes BayRipe black cherry aromas are supported on the palate with juicy dark berry fruit and fine tannins on the finish.

Misty Cove Pinot Noir, Canterbury V VgThe colour is a delightful ruby red with youthful purple hues and the bouquet shows violets, berry fruit and gentle smoky aromas with red stone fruit, fresh raspberry and subtle earthy characters on the palate, with fine ripe tannins giving way to an elegant and lasting finish.

Hawkes BayThe Hawke’s Bay region is blessedwith a superb climate for viticulture,sufficiently cool to ripen grapes slowly,yet warm and sunny enough to promote optimum fruit ripening.

Babich Wines was among the pioneersof the Gimblett Gravels appellation,helping position this as a premiumsub-region of the Hawke’s Bay.

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CaliforniaCALIFORNIA 770 Miles Chardonnay

Clear, pale yellow with golden highlights, very aromatic wine with pineapplenotes, white flowers and white pears with a wonderful sweetness on the finishand a touch of vanilla.

770 Miles White ZinfandelVery aromatic wine with pronounced red cherry flavours, which follow from thenose through the palate with lovely, crisp acidity. A light rounded wine, fruity and fresh.

770 Miles Red ZinfandelRipe red cherry flavours follow from the nose through the palate with flavoursomehints of blackberry. Full-bodied, with subtle, light tannins giving a warm and pleasant finish.

Gold County

California’s Central Valley is a large, flat valley that dominates the central areaof the state. The valley is a vast agricultural region drained by the Sacramentoand San Joaquin rivers. Its northern half is referred to as Sacramento Valley andreceives 20 inches of rain annually, yet the southern half known as San JoaquinValley is very dry, with semi-arid desert in many places, perfect for cultivatingthe vineyards of Gold County .

Gold County Colombard Chardonnay VA delicious blend that gives a wine with a soft, off-dry style. Light, fruity and delicate. An aromatic nose of green apples and hints of peach.

Gold County Zinfandel Blush VDelicate pale pink wine with flavours of summer fruits and a hint of sweetness on the finish.

Gold County Cabernet Sauvignon VA smooth medium-bodied wine with a little hint of oak character. Typical blackcurrant nose and palate with a nice length.

The state of California was first introduced tovines in the 18th century by the Spanish, whoplanted vineyards with each mission they established.

Worldwide recognition of USA wines seemedimminent until 1919 with the beginning of prohibition. Vineyards were ordered to be uprooted and cellars were destroyed. Somevineyards were able to survive by converting to table grape or grape juice production. A few more continued to provide churches with sacramental wine but most went out of business.

Prohibition was repealed in 1933, but it tooknearly 30 years for the California wine industryto recover, helped by a new wave of winemakers with a focus on new wine makingtechnologies and an emphasis on quality.

A watershed moment for the industry occurredin 1976 when several Californian wineries wereinvited to participate in a blind tasting event inParis. It was to compare the best of Californiawith the best of Bordeaux and Burgundy. In anevent known as The Judgement of Paris, Californian wines shocked the world by sweeping the wine competition in both red and white categories.

Our flagship wine, “770 Miles” offers eleganceand finesse in stylish presentation. The name isa reference to the length of the state of California. Yet if the State of California were a country it would bethe fourth largestwine producer inthe World.

Burlesque White Zinfandel VLuscious strawberry ice cream on the nose supported by a bright, berry fruited palate and an off-dry finish.

Burlesque ‘Old Vine’ Zinfandel, LodiA full bodied zinfandel, packed with damson fruit flavours with a twist of black pepper. Wonderfully balanced with a persistent finish.8

California’s Central Valley runs parallel to the Pacific Ocean. It’s along, mostly flat and incredibly fertile pocket of land nestled between the coastal mountains and the Sierra Nevada range.


The Mendoza Province is one of Argentina’s most important wine regions, accounting for nearly two thirds of the country’s entire wine production.Located at the foothills of the Andes in the shadow of Mount Aconcagua, vineyards are planted at some of the highest altitudes in the world with the average site located 600 - 1,100 metres above sea level. Mendoza has a

continental climate and semi- arid desert conditions.Mountain rivers provideample water supplies from melted glaciers in the Andes, and a system of irrigation channels, canals and reservoirs, some dating back to the 16th century, help sustain viticulture in this semi- arid desert region.

While acreage of Malbec is declining in France, in Argentina the grape is surging and hasbecome a ‘’national variety’’. First introduced to the region in the mid 19th century it ischaracterised by its deep colour, intense fruity flavours and velvety texture with excellent ageing potential.

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Further North in the Province of Salta lies Cafayate where theTorrontes grape is a local speciality for white wines. It is anaromatic variety, giving medium-bodied dry white wines,with high alcohol, medium acidity, and pronounced fruityaromas.

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Nieto Reserva Malbec V VgA deeply-coloured wine, with great concentration of berry fruits.Complex flavours of plums, figs and dried fruit with a smoky vanillacharacter. Aged in French oak for 12 months for added depth andcomplexity.

Nieto Reserva Merlot V VgIntense ruby red colour and complex aromas on the nose with goodconcentration of fruit, prunes and black pepper. The palate offerswell balanced tannins with bursts of blackcurrant jam.

Vinalba Malbec Cabernet Franc ReservaA complex nose of dark red fruits and spices with incredibly rich redcurrant and blackberry fruit flavours.

Vinalba Cabernet Sauvignon ReservaRich and inviting this Cabernet Sauvignon has blackcurrant flavourswith layers of cassis, and toasty vanilla oak.

The Province of Mendoza is one of Argentina’slargest and most important wine regions.

Pablo Cortez Chardonnay V Vg

A delicious aroma of pineapple, banana and citrus notes with just a hint of asparagus. Young and fruity with a persistent finish.

Pablo Cortez Malbec V Vg

Vivid red, delicate and harmonious on the nose with hints of berries, plum and cherries. Intense-bodied wine with sweet and round tannins.

Finca Clasica Chardonnay Torrontes V VgA medium dry white wine, pale yellow in colour with an attractive, fragrant nose of citrus and honey. A fresh, fruity palate.

Finca Clasica Malbec Shiraz V VgLively, intense red colour with an aroma of raspberries and plums.The palate is soft and easy with plenty of fruit and a long pleasantfinish.

Kawel Malbec A deep and bright reddish-violet colour. A fine and elegant nose that reflects a perfect mix of red fruit and spices. Round with well-structured tannins, with lovely red fruit on the mid palate and a pleasant finish.

Trivento Tribu ViognierBrilliant yellow with green tinges, pleasant aromas of apricots,honey and tropical fruit. Palate of delicious sensations, with ayoung and fresh finish.

Trivento Tribu MalbecDelicate and harmonious, the aroma is an abundant union of redfruit and black pepper. Medium-bodied, with round tannins providing a persistent finish.


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Chile

Rio Roca Sauvignon Blanc VPale yellow with green reflections. Plenty of citruson the nose with a touch of vanilla.

Rio Roca Merlot VFruity characters of cranberries and cherries, well-balanced with soft tannins and a pleasant finish.

Rio Roca Rosé VStrawberry pink with a complex nose of grapefruit, strawberries and guava. Crisp and refreshing on the palate.

Despite being politically linked to Spain, Chile's wine historyhas been most profoundly influenced by French winemaking, particularly Bordeaux, and the predominant grape varietiesreflect that. The signature variety, Carmenère, hails from Bordeaux. However, unlike France and the rest of the wine making world, Chile has remained phylloxera free andtherefore its vines have remained ungrafted.

Envied by The Old World for its low costs, lack of vine pests anddiseases and its dependably dry, warm summers, and by the New World for its plentiful and regular supply of water from the melted snow of the Andes, Chile’s Central Valley enjoys exceptional soil and climate, with high temperature variationbetween night and day.

Volandas Sauvignon BlancA light coloured wine with a generous gooseberry nose. It has bright fresh flavours of citrus, apples and peaches and a clean balanced finish.

Volandas Chardonnay100% Chardonnay with a pale yellow colour and fruity aromas ofapple and papaya. Pleasantly structured and crisp with a hint ofsweetness on the finish.

Volandas Cabernet Rosé This full flavoured wine is produced from Cabernet grapes grownin Chile Central Valley. Produced in a rosé style with a freshfruity palate.

Volandas MerlotBrilliant ruby red in colour with aromas of cacao and cherries. The palate is soft, elegant and rounded with a full body and longfinish.

Volandas Cabernet SauvignonA bright garnet coloured wine with a generous nose with hints of chocolate, plums and vanilla. The flavour is soft and harmoniouswith medium body and a good finish.

Vistamar Brisa MoscatoAromas of flowers, fruits like pear, peach, quince with hints ofhoney. Sweet, medium-bodied with pleasant acidity.

Peregrino ChardonnayA bright yellow wine with attractive apple and tropical fruitaromas of pineapple and banana. It is a rounded andfulfilling wine with a nice smooth palate.

Peregrino Sauvignon BlancThis bright greenish-yellow wine has varietal aromas withgooseberry hints and some delicate citric notes. A refreshing wine with nice acidity.

Peregrino Cabernet SauvignonAn intense dark wine with cassis blackberry and chocolatearomas. It is medium-bodied, harmonic and well-balanced.

Peregrino MerlotWith aromas of cherries, pepper and cacao. This elegant full-bodied wine, has hints of chocolate and spice.

More than 4,300 km long and anaverage of just 177 km wide,Chile is rich in geographic andclimatic diversity rarely found ina single country.

Grape vines arrived in the 1500swith the Spanish missionarieswho needed wine to celebrate theCatholic mass (around 80% of thepopulation are Catholic).

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Adobe Sauvignon Blanc, Casablanca Valley V VgFresh lime zest and green pepper aromas on the nose are carriedthrough to the mineral palate which is alive with crunchy fruit, zestand a long zippy finish.

Adobe Gewurztraminer V VgThe nose has jasmine tea notes with a touch of lychee. On thepalate there are bright floral and mineral nuances with a lingeringly spicy and exotic finish. Stunning wine, the absolute essence of Gewürztraminer.

Adobe Merlot (Fairtrade) V VgWith a bright, deep ruby color, this wine has red-fruit and plum aromas with touches of toast, vanilla and spice. On the palate there is more fruit with a nice tension between the plum and aslight leafy flavour. This merlot has great body with good balance and silkiness.

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Montevista Sauvignon BlancCrisp and zesty with citrus fruit aromas, the ripe fruitpalate is balanced with mineral notes and a zingy finish.

Montevista Sauvignon Blanc RoséDelightfully crisp with fresh fruity aromas on the nose and a lively mineral finish on the palate.

Montevista MerlotA wine with poise, elegance and restraint. The nose hasplenty of ripe and juicy plum, cherry and bramble fruit aromas. The palate has lots of plum, as well as herbal notes and a lovelysappy finish. It is light and has a lovely purity and freshness, with a hint of spice.

Montevista CarmenereFresh blueberry fruit with a serious savoury character and touch of smokiness on the finish.

Founded in 1998 by Gonzalo Vial, Viña Ventisquero wineryis one of the most modern in Chile yet manages to retain a‘boutique’ and innovative outlook.

The winery was built in the Coastal Maipo valley wheregrapes for the first wines were produced. Three years laterthey ventured into Casablanca Valley and the prestigiousApalta Valley, the source today for Viña Ventisquero’s premium wines.

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Viña Ventisquero Reserva Pinot Grigio (Rapel Valley)Pale yellow in colour with fresh citric and tropical aromas such as lime, grapefruit and pear, mingled with soft floral hints. Medium-bodied with a nice balance where the citric and tropical fruits appear with a mineral finish.

Viña Ventisquero Reserva Chardonnay(Casablanca Valley)An intense golden yellow Chardonnay with tropical fruit aromas.Hints of apricots and peaches on the palate with well-balanced acidity and a long, citrus finish.

Viña Ventisquero Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley)Deep cherry red with blue hints. The nose is ripe with a blend ofred fruits, strawberries, cherries and black fruits. Rich structure andsoft tannin give a well-balanced wine with a long fruity finish.

Viña Ventisquero Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley)Deep ruby red with an aroma of cherries, strawberries with a touch of vanilla from the oak which gives a delicate complexity. Good balance, medium body and soft tannin finish.

Viña Ventisquero Reserva Merlot(Maipo Valley)The aromas are complex harmoniously combining a range of diversearomas such as red fruit, plums and black pepper. This very elegantwine is perfectly balanced with well-rounded and velvety-smooth tannins.

Anakena Enco Reserve Sauvignon Blanc(Leyda Valley)This expressive Sauvignon Blanc presents intense citrus and tropicalnotes that mingle with fresh acidity on the palate and then linger on the finish.

Anakena Tama Vineyard Selection Viognier(Cachapoal Valley)Golden straw yellow in colour, this Viognier exhibits intense aromas of peaches and pears along with floral notes recalling violets. Fresh and well balanced.

Anakena Enco Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon(Cachapoal Valley)The bright ruby red colour sparkles in the glass, and thenose expresses red cherries and plums intermingled withnotes of raspberry. The smooth and well-rounded palateshows a tremendous balance of acidity and tannins, whichlead to a pleasingly long finish.

In the late 1990s, Felipe Ibáñez and Jorge Gutiérrez, who hadbeen friends since childhood, founded Viña Anakena in AltoCachapoal, at the foothills of the Andes Mountains with thegoal of crafting elegant, innovative, and distinctly New Worldwines that reflected their origin and Chile’s potential as a producer of world-class fine wines.

Convinced that high quality was synonymous with distinction,they visited the world’s most renowned wine regions to learnthe latest viticultural and enological techniques and bringthem home to Chile along with most up-to-date technologyfor crafting fine wines. In 1999 they planted theirfirst vineyard in Alto Cachapoal and built theViña Anakena winery, leaving no detail tochance. This outstanding facility ismodern, functional, and beautifully finished.

Today, Viña Anakena has 145hectares in Alto Cachapoal, 125hectares in Leyda, 43 hectares inPeumo, the sector of the CachapoalValley closest to the coast, and 44hectares planted in the ColchaguaValley.


Located in the heart of the beautiful RobertsonValley, neatly tucked between the life-sustainingwaters of the Breede River and the impressiveLangeberg mountain range, lies Bon CourageWine Estate. The stately Cape Dutch homesteaddates back to 1818 and the estate has enjoyedthe attention and dedication of three

generations of the Bruwer family since 1921.

The Robertson wine region is renowned for wines ofgreat depth and concentration.

Three rivers run through the estate and have, over theyears deposited a variety of different soil types. Due tothis diversification of soil and microclimates, a widerange of grape varietals can thrive in this area.

Although ‘’tradition’’ plays a big role at the Bon CourageEstate, careful but extensive modernisation has allowedAndre Bruwer and his son Jacques to combine the besttraditional methods with those of the modern age.

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AFRICA

Kleindal Chenin BlancTropical fruit salad aromas and a zesty fresh palate whichis light and easy to drink, with a crisp finish.

Kleindal Muscat Colombard Bouquet BlancA semi-sweet, light, fruity and refreshing white wine,made from a blend of various aromatic grape varieties.

Kleindal Sauvignon BlancFresh and lively with delicate aromas of asparagus andfreshly cut grass with fruity undertones of granadilla, thiswine offers easy drinking with a long lingering finish.

Kleindal Ruby CabernetA full-bodied red, rich in tannin with dark autumn fruits.

Kleindal PinotageOffering flavours of banana with plums and a touch ofvanilla, its long lingering finish is completed by soft tannins and flavours of wild berries.

Bon Courage Gewürztraminer V VgTypical marmalade orange spiciness and hints of rose petals on the nose, bursting with fresh, crisp acidity.

Bon Courage Unwooded Chardonnay V VgTropical tones with orange peel and melon notes. Citrus flavourscome through on the palate, with some lees and lime.

Bon Courage Sauvignon Blanc V VgA delicate, fruitful wine in the ‘’new world’’ style. On the nose itis loaded with guava and coriander. The upfront acidity adds arefreshing dimension. The style is crisp and dry with mouth watering gooseberry and tropical fruit salad flavours.

Bon Courage Cabernet Sauvignon V VgThis complex wine features rich flavours of fresh berries and hints ofnut. Ripe plum, strawberry and black cherry notes mingle withvanilla and peppery spice on the nose. Full, rounded on the palatewith clean toast oak backing, moving into a supple tannin finish.

Bon Courage Shiraz V VgThe bouquet of this wine suggests tremendously ripefruit, reminiscent of spicy plum jam. Ripe, sweet-fruitednose with loads of berry fruit, pepper and vanilla withsubtle hints of karoo boss. Smoke and spice develop asthe glass stands. Rounded tannins make for very easydrinking.

Inkara Shiraz (Bon Courage)The fruit comes from selected single vineyards, with onlyhandpicked grapes. The Inkara brand is derived from thenames of the winemakers’ three children; Inge, Karliand Andre, a tribute to the fourth generation of Bruwerson the estate. A complex amalgam of red berried fruit,chocolate, espresso, mulberry with sweet spice andsmoky oak. Round and full, velvety, ripe and fresh. Excellent ageing potential.

The wine regions of South Africa are spread outover the Western and Northern Cape regions,covering 310 miles west to east and 420 milesnorth to south. Within this wide expanse is avast range of macroclimate and vineyard soil

types influenced by the unique geography of the area which includes several inland valleys and mountain chains.

Grape varieties in South Africa are known as cultivar, with many common international varieties developing local synonyms that still have a strong tradition of use.

Chenin Blanc, or Steen as it is known, is themost widely planted variety characterised

by its versatility. Pinotage is the signature variety for red wines. It was bred here in 1925as a cross between PinotNoir and Cinsault. It typically produces deepred wines with smoky,bramble and earthyflavours.

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Grand Cape Chenin Blanc (Paarl) V VgA fresh, dry Chenin with broad appeal displaying classic baked apple and zippycitrus aromas with soft, delicate applefruit on the palate well balanced by crisp acidity.

Grand Cape RoséThis delicious cherry pink rosé displays delicate mineral aromas, with hintsof cranberries and wild strawberries. The palate has some weight with citrusand almost hoppy aroma, with some slight leafiness. There is a bright,fresh, zestiness with moreish acidity, making it perfect food wine.

Grand Cape MerlotLush, ripe and deep in hue this is plump and sensuous Merlot with flavoursof hedgerow fruits and a fine, gently leafy finish.


False Bay Wild Yeast Chenin BlancThe long wild yeast ferment provides bready aromas and additional complexity to the wine. Dried herbaceous notes, including fennel and aniseed from the nearby Fynbos, dominate the nose, followed by a creamy lemon character.The palate is reminiscent of the nose, with great textural complexity and more herbal characters. A versatile wine equally well suited to partner lobster and other seafood, risotto or herb roast chicken.

False Bay PinotageHints of spice and red fruits on the nose with clean bright, juicy strawberry compote and cream flavours as well as dryearthy notes on the palate. The wine is well balanced with fine soft tannins and a long dry finish.

Percheron Shiraz Mourvedre V VgWonderfully lifted perfumed nose with bright fleshy raspberry fruit and a touch of savoury gaminess on the finish.

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In 2004, Riebeek Valley Wine Partners made history in the valleyby launching the first “empowerment initiative”.

Aptly named Partnership Vineyards, this Fairtrade venture has proven to be a model of co-operation and sustainability.

Partnership Fairtrade Sauvignon BlancMade in a definitive herbaceous style, this Sauvignon Blanc also offers tropical undertones of gooseberriesthat add fruit to the palate. Well-balanced with zestyacids, every glassful is fresh and crisp.

Partnership Fairtrade ShirazA full-bodied Shiraz with plums and seductive spice flavours on the nose and a velvety palate with a lingering aftertaste of enticing Christmas pudding.

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Wines from the Waterkloof Estate emphasise restraint, elegance and a strong mineral character due to the vineyards’ exposed position on the upper slopes of the famed Schaapenberg Mountain.

High above False Bay the Waterkloof vineyards face directly onto the Atlantic Ocean at the southern limit ofthe Stellenbosch wine region. This very special site withits strong maritime influence, steep aspect and uniquesoil profile allows for the production of truly fine wines.The winemaking and viticultural team led by Werner Engelbrecht follow natural winemaking methods withminimal intervention, including the use of open-top fermenters, whole bunch pressing, wild yeast fermentation, extended fermentation periods and extra lees contact to maximise the terroir character.

Since the first vintage in 2005 the estatehas garnered widespread praiseand many awards,producing some ofSouth Africa’s bestand most sought afterSauvignon and Merlotbased wines.

Wines under the Peacock Ridge label areproduced from the lower more protectedslopes and are rounder with greater generosity and a more forward style.

Peacock Ridge Merlot (Stellenbosch)Deep, dense and youthful colour with aromas of cassis,cedar wood, smoke and herbal notes. On the palate thePeacock Ridge Merlot is elegant and evolved with upfrontdark black fruit, a touch of crushed rocks, mocha, liquoriceand tar, balanced by fine yet seductive tannins. Weight,concentration and a long complex finish.

Peacock Ridge Shiraz (Stellenbosch)A very drinkable wine with bright red and sour cherries, blueberries, plums as well as earthy dusty notesand sweet spice on the nose. The palate has lots of creamyfruit, yet feels light weight, with firm food tannins and alovely sappy finish. Ripe, juicy flavours which are balancedby the fresh acidity.


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BordeauxDespite the decline in volumes of wine produced, and decline in domestic consumption, France still remains thenumber one producer of wine in the world. It is a proud nation, with a history of wine-making dating back to the 6th century BC.

It has exported many of its grape varieties, CabernetSauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah

(Shiraz), and then been faced with “new” wineproducing countries cultivating these grape varietiesto produce wines every bit as good as those fromFrance.

Ask a French viticulturalist, or viniculturalist, whatmakes French wines so special, and he or she willinevitably talk about “terroir”. The notion of “terroir”, (for which no acceptable translation exists), links the style of the wines to the specificlocations where the grapes are grown and where the wine is made.It is the combination of soil, of geology, of climate, of altitude, of orientation, of microbiological activity, and especially of history, thatthe French maintain cannot be reproduced elsewhere, and why Frenchwines are still the best in the world!

The other concept which defines French wine is the Appellation d’Origine Controlee (AOC) system. Appellation rules closely definewhich grape varieties and winemaking practices are approved for classification in each of France's several hundred geographically definedAppellations, which can cover entire regions, individual villages or evenspecific vineyards. This is being replaced by Appellation d'Origine Protégée (AOP), the highest category of wine classification. The wineswhich follow all carry AOP status, but cover such a large spectrum ofquality and price as to make further investigation essential.

Dulong Sauvignon BlancFruity and floral bouquet dominated by exotic fruit and white fruit aromas.

Dulong Marquis d’Alban White GravesA blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc produces a wine both fresh in acidity and with a spicy richness.

Dulong Bordeaux ClaretBrilliant and intense with bluish hues. Clear, fruity and vinous bouquet with red fruit aromas. Supple and round on the palate with a fruity finish.

Saint-Emilion is one of the principal red wine areas of Bordeaux

130 years of experience and 5 generationsof the same family, resulted in The DulongQuality Charter of 1998. For Dulong, it is aquestion of working in partnership with theowners, according to specifications thatmake it possible to produce wines whosequality is monitored and that are representative of their terroir, with an ongoing focus on increasing quality and concern for the environment.

The properties in the Dulong Quality Charterwere among the first to receive the Sustainable Agriculture Qualification, the essential themes of which relate to traceability, health, occupational safety, soilmanagement, crop protection, hygiene,waste management and environmental conservation.

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Château Haut-Mouleyre Rosé VPale pink with grey glints. Blackcurrant bud aromas. On thepalate, balanced between round and lively white gooseberryand peach notes.

Château Haut-Mouleyre Oak Aged Rouge VA deep garnet red, bright with subtle shades of purple. On thenose, complex and delicately woody with caramel and liquoriceflavours. On the palate, a lingering supple wine with hints ofmocha and vanilla.

Château Haut-Mouleyre, “The Perfect Location”

Château Haut-Mouleyre is located in the Escoussan commune near the town of Cadillac on the right bank of the Garonne.The vineyard spreads over the exposedsouth/south-west slopes facing the Garonne so that it gains maximum benefitfrom grape variety cultivation and good soildrainage. Each vine plot on these slopesprovides the variety of terroirs that give thewine its distinctive personality.Maturation in oak barrels, and Château bottling, result in wines that are both elegant and complex.


Ginestet Classique Medoc V VgClassy Bordeaux with well knit fruit and lifted aromas of mint. Thepalate is smooth and rounded with good body and typical Cabernetflavours of green pepper, eucalypt and damsons in mid palate, finished off with the structured backbone you expect of Claret.

Château Mayne-Vieil FronsacPowerful, concentrated and already well-knit but still youthful.Packed with intense black mulberry flavoured fruit and firm butsmooth tannins, the ripe fruit makes this very drinkable now and itwill continue to develop more complexity.

Clos 56, Pomerol, Domaine Bouyer V VgThis is 100% old vine Merlot from a tiny parcel (0.56 hec) of excep-tional terroir in heart of the Pomerol vineyard. It is inky black withintense, super ripe sweet fruit. Concentrated, rich and very classywith expensive spicy oak, the wine has lots of potential.

Château Lalande, St Julien V VgA wine that possesses all the richness and power that you shouldexpect from a classed St Julien estate but at half the price. Textbookpencil lead, tea chest nose with a well structured palate of intensecassis fruit and fine grained tannins.

Château La Tour de Mons Cru Bourgeois, MargauxBeautifully lifted violets and blackberry fruit. A complex palate with hints of mocha, wood smoke, blackcurrent leaf and seductive tannins. It has a silky mouthfeel, leading to firm chocolate tannins.

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Château LavisonIntense colour and aromas of fresh, ripefruit. A warm attack leads into good structure on the palate, making for a very authentic wine.

Château Preuillac MedocA garnet-red colour with deep purplish tints.An intense bouquet with aromas of cookedfruit and a hint of vanilla and toast. Elegant on the palate with silky tannins. A long finish, spicy with nice fruity expression.

Vieux Château Négrit St EmilionA harmonious balance of hints of wild strawberries and peppery touches. Well pronounced tannins make way for a fruity aftertaste.

Château du Val d’Or Saint Emilion Grand CruA lovely, brilliant ruby red colour. Very intense, elegant bouquet revealing aromas of fruit and smoke. A rich, concentrated wine with a supple attackleading into pronounced yet ripe tannins. Very good aromatic length.

Now owned by Group Freixenet, the Yvon Maufamily have been producingwines across three centuries.

Combining the quality thatresults from continuousinvestment in equipmentand vinification, with thepassion handed down fromgenerations of the same family, thewines of Yvon Mau continue to delightand engage a willing audience.

Jean-Christophe Mau in the vineyards

Château Lavison

Château Preuillac

Society of Vintners members outside Château de Lavison

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Château Lavison


Château Leoville Barton

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Crus ClassésSaint Emilion

The French have long held the view that they make the finest wines inthe world, and can be slow to recognise the quality of wines producedelsewhere, particularly in the New World. Perhaps for this reason, theyhave lost the dominance that their wines once had in the UK market, asthey failed to recognise the emergence of other nations and their abilityto produce consistently good wines for everyday drinking. They have alsodefended stoutly the classification system, resulting from the 1855 Exposition in Paris, where Napoleon III requested a classification systemfor France’s best Bordeaux wines which were to be on display for visitorsfrom around the world.

Brokers from the wine industry ranked the wines according to a château'sreputation and trading price, which at that time was directly related toquality, and that has given certain Châteaux the right to claim an ongoingposition on the top table, regardless of the quality of the vintage on offer.

Nevertheless, there is no disputing that, at their best, French wines remain among the most complex, interesting and enjoyable, and we are delighted to present from our range of Cru Classe wines.

Please note we have displayed only a selection of the Cru Classe wines wecan offer, chosen from each region. Other wines are available. We will behappy to discuss your wishes and requirements, and will endeavour to source wines on demand.

Château Cantemerle

Hubert de Bouard,owner of Château Angelus

Bordeaux

Saint-Estèphe

PouillacSaint-Julien

MargauxHaut-Médoc

Saint-Emilion

Pomerol

Sauternes

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Château Yquem

Saint-Estèphe

Cos d’Estournel

Calon Segur

Pauillac

Château Latour

Château Mouton Rothschild

Château Lynch Bages

Saint-Julien

Château Leoville Barton

Château Beychevelle

Château Talbot

Margaux

Château Margaux

Château Lascombes

Haut-Médoc

Château Cantemerle

Château Sociando-Mallet

Sauternes

Château Yquem

Saint-Emilion

Château Angelus

Château Figeac

Pomerol

Château Petrus

Château Bellegrave

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La Reine de l'Arenite La Madone Fleurie VA heady perfume of freshly picked irises and peonies drift above thecrushed berry fruit nose. The fleshy, luscious, cherry flavours andhints of rose are typically vivacious, backed up with a touch of spice and good depth.

Château de l’Abbaye Saint Laurent d’Arpaye Fleurie VThe delightful aromas of dark berries, ripe raspberries and peoniesaccompanied by hints of white flowers blend on the palate with the light tannins.

Château de l’Abbaye

A monastic holding until the French Revolution,this property bears witness to the influence of religious communities on the Beaujolais winemaking industry. The Benedictine monks who came to clear the Fleurie slopes settled there and founded the Abbey of Saint-Laurent d’Arpaye around the year 1000.

Attached to the immensely powerful Abbey ofCluny, it was seized by the State at the timeof the Revolution and was gradually broken up.

Eventually purchased in 1904 by the Quinsonfamily, the property’s value was enhanced bythe construction of the present-day Château.

Châteauneuf-du-Pape VA sustained garnet red colour, with a bouquet of small redfruit and spice. The palate is generous, round and very full.

Gigondas VA wine which is expressive, potent and complex. The bouquet is of dark fruit relayed by spice, liquorice, a fewhints of scrub and then pleasant woody notes at the end.The palate is well-balanced with very present but mellowtannins, with the Syrah dominating.

Crozes-Hermitage VA dark red colour, with an intense bouquet of red fruit accompanied by a few notes of leather and spice. After a keen, mouth-watering attack, the wine is suave on the palate with a lingering impression of balance.

Les Galets Roules Châteauneuf-du-PapeA great youthful mouthful of Châteauneuf - Provencal garrigue aromas lead to a palate of sweet cherry flavours - Châteauneuf-du-Pape for the modern wine drinker.

Côtes du Rhône St Michel BernardClear, bright and garnet coloured with fruity aromas. Rich and soft to taste, with well-balanced fruit.

La Fleur Soltaire' Cotes du Rhone Blanc VA pretty and delicate nose, with hints ofhedgerow flowers. The flavours are nuancedand refined rather than overt, these are notdemonstrative grape varieties and need gentle handling to maintain the delicateflavours and freshness. Careful use of oak adds texture and vinosity.

BeaujolaisBeaujolais Villages VConsistently clear, bright ruby red in colour. Red berry aromas mingle with spices. Supple and structured with silky tannins, well-balanced, a lively finish underlying a lingering, fruity aroma.

Domaine Champs du Chêne, Juliénas VThis very drinkable red has an appealing sappy character with hints of fresh cherry & pepper on the nose, juicy fruit and a comforting earthiness on the finish.

Brouilly VA sustained ruby red with a bouquet of fine intensity. Red fruitsblend with notes of sweet spice. A contrast of vinosity and freshness with lingering mineral notes.

The vineyards of Beaujolais stretch over 21,655 hectares,from Mâcon in the north to Lyon in the south, covering therolling slopes of the hills of Beaujolais, ranging in altitudefrom 700 to over 1,000 metres (3,280 feet).

The “clear juice” Gamay Noir grape variety reigns supreme because it offers an extraordinary range of wines from the very fine and aromatic Beaujolais and Beaujolais Villageswines to the extremely rich and complex Beaujolais crus, such as Brouilly and Fleurie, each with its own specific character linked to the different terroirs.

Through its very calling, the Rhône valley has always been a privileged right of way between the Mediterranean and northernEurope or the Atlantic. In the middle ages, Châteauneuf was renamed Châteauneuf du Pape the day the Popes of Rome chosethe region as a holiday retreat.

Rhône vineyards take their personality from an amazing variety ofsoils, climates and grape varieties. These three elements lie behindthe very specific character of Côtes du Rhône wines, but it is doubtless the commitment of people that forged the appellationand created genuine personality.

Victor Bérard is a negociantoperation based at RomanecheThorins, a small town only acouple of miles east of Fleuriebut just outside the appellation boundaries. While he is mostly known for his selection of deliciousBeaujolais, these Rhône winesjust serve to affirm his excellent wine selectionprocess.

Victor Bérard (c. 1930)

Vineyards of theBeaujolais Region

The Rhône Valley is also the oldest wine region in Franceand dates back to the Roman Times.

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Reserve Personelle, Macon Charnay VLovely lemony aromas on the nose with rich, ripe fruit and hints ofhoney and apple. The palate is rounded and generous, having lots of lemon and white stone fruit with hints of minerality and limeyfreshness.

Macon Villages Blanc BichotFresh and tasty with a fruity nose and dry palate. Lovely freshChardonnay flavours. A light wine from Burgundy.

Macon Villages Rouge BichotFirm on the palate with a delightful bouquet of soft fruit.

Bourgogne Pinot Noir VA rich purple colour, turning a deeper ruby red with age. A bouquetof red and dark fruits, strawberries, cherries, blackcurrants and bilberries, develop into cooked prune and pepper. On the palate, the tannins and fruit are set one against the other, with a note ofcorn salad to balance impulsive secondary aromas.

Domaine des Maillettes, Pouilly Fuisse Grande ReserveA powerful yet very light bodied wine, with an intense palate ofnutty, bready notes, delicate ripe fruit, hazelnuts, spices, gentle minerality and hints of lemon and lime on the finish.

Vallet Frères, Chassagne Montrachet Premier Cru 'Les Morgeots'Lovely golden in colour with slight caramel on the nose followingthrough with honey and hazelnuts on the palate. Full-bodied with great balance, the length is huge!

Pierre Bourée, Côte de Nuits Villages VThis wine is light and elegant in colour with a characteristic freshcherry Pinot perfume and herbal notes. Vibrant and mouthwateringred fruit, including pure plum and cherry, appear on the palate, withpretty notes of fresh picked rose petals. Tannins are light with thereal structure in this wine coming from the acidity, which gives thewine potential to age. High toast French oak gives the wine additional complexity.

Domaine Berthelemot Beaune Premier Cru 'Clos des Mouches' V VgSituated on the hill between Pommard and Beaune, Clos desMouches gained its name from the site's favourable exposition forkeeping bees or ‘mouches’ as they are called locally. This gloriouslyfruity red offers smoky red berry characters on the nose whilst thepalate is full-bodied, velvet smooth and spicy with flavours of ripeblack cherries and a touch of earthiness.

Paul Delane ChablisA clean crisp, dry Chablis with a good balance and a well structuredfinish on the palate.

Chablis Elegance Jean MoreauGolden in colour with green highlights. An elegant, complex, welldeveloped nose with scents of white blossoms and mild spice reminiscent of lemongrass and fresh mint.

La Colombe Chablis VTypical of what decent Chablis should taste like - not a trace of oak, pungent and flinty on the nose with a hint of creamy fruit underneath, this gets richer as the mineral characters give way to a gently fruity core, and is then cut back by a long juicy bite.

La Lotte Chablis VGunflint on the nose with a hint of smoke. The fruit on the palate isshowing signs of a creamy, buttery core but is restrained and soft.Crisp and dry on the finish.

Domaine de la Motte Chablis Premier Cru BearoyLa Motte's wine is quite rich and rounded with hints of grilled almonds, gentle toasty oak, buttery fruit then classic mineral tones and balancing acidity on the finish.

MeursaultLight yellow in colour with a few green reflections. Hints of yellowfruit and flint. The bouquet gives intense and subtle aromas of ripegrapes and nut, enhanced by a woody vanilla note with a fabulousfreshness and smoothness on the palate.

Nuits-Saint-Georges VDeep purple reflections add life to a dark cherry colour. The bouquetis pleasant, complex and persistent, with blackcurrant and dark fruiton a woody and toasty base. A powerful, tannic wine combiningsmoothness and liveliness with a long lingering finish.

Vallet Freres, Gevrey Chambertin VBernard Vallet is regarded by many as one of the best wine makersin the village of Gevrey Chambertin. His red wines are traditionallymade (the house of Vallet Frères have been making wines in thisstyle since 1864) and capture the true meaning of the expression'terroir'. This is mature Burgundy but still drinking well with typicalwoody, mushroom and gamey flavours and a fresh finish.

Domiane Clos de la Maison Neuve, St Veran VAromas of ginger and baking float out of the glass, together withlemon and a hint of buttery honey. The palate is silky with citrus,baked apple, well integrated oak and a lingering finish.

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BurgundyWhile Bordeaux is known for its history of commercial success, world-renownedchâteaux, and bold, age-worthy wines, Burgundy elicits a more emotional responsefrom its admirers. Beyond their fabulously complex, delicious taste, there is a definite sensuality to Burgundian wines.

Furthermore, there are a few key differences between the regions. The first is ownership.While most Châteaux in Bordeaux are owned by single families, most Burgundy vineyardsare divided among several owners. Thanks to inheritance laws dating from Napoleon, small vineyards in extremecases may have as many as a hundred owners. The result is an appellation system of such labyrinthine complexitythat even learning how to read a Burgundy wine label can be quite a challenge.

The second key difference is scarcity. Not counting Beaujolais, Burgundy produces only a quarter as much wine as Bordeaux. And since the landholdings are so divided, a typical Burgundy winemaker may produce 500 cases of agiven wine, compared with 15,000 for a typical Bordeaux.

The third major difference lies in blending. Where Bordeaux wines are almost exclusively blends, Burgundy wines arejust the opposite. A Burgundy red is always Pinot Noir; a white is always Chardonnay. Part of the reason Burgundywines are so impressive is that they manage to coax such subtlety and complex flavors from a single grape.

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The Denis Marchais Winery is located in the heart of theNantais Vineyards at La Sablette De Mouzillon, France.

Their first vineyard in the Clos de la Sablette was created in1860. Originally only producing the wines of "Loire", Vouvray,Muscadet and Sancerre, Denis Marchais established themselvesas a leader in the region. Now a very modern winery, their annual production is almost 3,000,000 cases.

Domaine de la Baume Vin de Pays d’Oc

Sauvignon Blanc VFragrances of limes, pink grapefruit and asparagus tips. This wine captivates with the intensity of its flavours of lime and verbena and the expression of sweet freshness left on the palate.

Chardonnay VA bouquet dominated by white peach, pear and citrus fruits, fresh and harmonious on the palate, with a light complex hint of mandarin zest on the finish.

Viognier VA surprisingly powerful aroma of mandarin zest, fresh apricot and candied orange, which continues on the palate, reinforced by a characteristic full-bodied taste that develops into a fresh and spicy finale.

Cabernet Sauvignon VPotent aromas of freshly ripened dark fruits, blackberries and blackcurrants, leading to a dissolved tannin structure on the palate, with a delightfully long and lingering finish

Denis Marchais VdP ChardonnayPale yellow colour with a light golden reflection. Expressive with notes of nicely ripe white fruit, dry fruit and aromas of vanilla and toast. Fresh, round and full on the palate, with an expressive finish and a return to slightly toasted notes.

Denis Marchais VdP Sauvignon BlancA deliciously light, crisp and aromatic wine with fresh, zesty fruit flavours and a well-balanced refreshing finish.

Denis Marchais VdP Syrah RoséAromas of red berries and slightly spicy and floral. Soft and round on the palate at first, pleasantly fruityin the mouth. Harmonious and pleasantly fresh on the finish.

Denis Marchais VdP Cabernet SauvignonIntense ruby red in colour. Powerful aromas of ripe fruit and spices.Ample and round at first, becoming long and structured on the finish.

Denis Marchais Vdp MerlotAn intense ruby red, powerful and slightly spicy, with notes of ripefruit. Round and full on the attack, with a long and structured finish.

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Domaine de la Baume was established two centuries ago bythe Prat family in the commune of Servian. The owners builta house full of character, a real Languedoc folly.

The Prat family is famous in the region for having created theMarseillan vermouth, Noilly Prat. The wrought iron letters J and P, representing Joseph Prat, still adorn the entrance tothe house and the imposing gateway to the courtyard.

Domaine de la Baume.

Sauvignon BlancA Lively wine with plenty of green and citrus fruit,in particular green apple and lime flavours, as well as some refined mineral notes.

ChardonnayInviting scent of honey melon, peach and apricot as well as some floral nuances.

RoséA well-balanced, dry rosé with a fresh fruitiness. A perfect summer drink.

Cabernet SauvignonAbundant flavours of elderberry, bramble, cinnamon and orange zest. Soft, round tannins provide a silky finish.

MerlotFlavours of strawberry and redcurrent, as well as hints of walnut and dark chocolate. It is a very harmonious, well-balanced wine.

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La Petite Vigne ViognierPowerful nose of apricots, peach and exotic fruits with fresh, crisp acidity and a well-balanced finish.

Château Tourens Minervois VIntense and complex hints of red berries on the nose. The palate is dominated by its supple and robust structure.

Château Carbonac Corbières VIntense aromas of spices, garrigue, ripe red berries and liquorice.Well-structured on the palate with dissolved tannins that linger invitingly.

Domaine la Serre Picpoul de Pinet VIts Bouquet is fresh with notes of lemon and grapefruit. Ample and crunchy in the mouth.

Domaine Fiumicicoli Blanc, Corse Sartene Pale lemon yellow, typically aromatic and elegant Vermentino withscents of flowers, lime and stone fruit. The rounded palate openswith creamy lemon curd, rose and summer flowers, a hint of apricotand ginger. The wine has a stunning mouthfeel and nice mineraltones, providing an excellent structure. Very clean, aromatic, yet rich with silky minerality.

Domaine Mas Barrau Cabernet Franc VA wine of real character, there is a wild ripeness of sweet scentedfruit twinned with an edgy woodland perfume. The palate is longand very rich, with juicy flavours that are counterbalanced and intertwined with the savoury crunchy rooty character of Cabernet Franc.

Le Fou Pinot Noir, Pays d'oc VLe Fou’ translates as ‘The Madman’, as it has long been thought only a madman would try to produce the perfect Pinot Noir in southern France. Obviously fuller than Pinot Noir from Burgundy with warm, ripe cherry fruit intense and sweet with a savoury twist.Gentle tannins add balance to this smooth, appealing red, perfect if you prefer a riper, fruitier style of Pinot.

Maison de Vigneron Sec VThe 30th vintage of this fresh and very successful house wine fromthe Côtes de Gascogne. A lovely aromatic nose with zesty citrus andhints of stone fruit and a palate with lots of white nectarine, citrusand creamy characters balanced with a refreshing lemony acidity. An enjoyable, easy drinking dry white wine.

Maison de Vigneron Demi-Sec VA smooth and supple medium-dry white wine produced from qualitygrapes sourced from Vin de Pays Cotes de Gascogne. The fresh and super aromatic nose has intense nettle and citrus. The palatehas some weight as well as being soft and approachable, with stonefruit, hints of citrus and a lasting finish. The flavour is fresh,smooth and well balanced.

Maison de Vigneron Rosé VA vivid pale strawberry pink with aromas of crushed red berries andappealing soft berry flavours, dry yet fruity with some crunchy acidity on the finish, this is an easy drinking fresh rosé with real character.

Maison de Vigneron Rouge VInstant first impressions are of a classic Rhône red, friendly andwarming, with ample, spicy, sweet juicy fruit making this a delicious, uncomplicated medium-bodied, soft, fruity and very drinkable red ... yet serious enough to accompany food.

Pasquiers Sauvignon BlancVermentino VA blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Vermentino from Southern France. Aromatic Sauvignon blends with aromatic Vermentino to give a tangy,more complete flavour. Exotic fruit aromas are balanced by clean, zingyfruit, resulting in a wonderfully aromatic smooth dry white.

Pasquiers Grenache Cinsault Rosé VPale salmon pink with hints of summer meadow flowers, this lushblend has abundant rich berry flavours of Grenache and tangy Cinsault. Dry but with an appealing roundness and a fresh finish.

Pasquiers Shiraz Viognier VAromas of juicy cherry, plum and blackberry. The palate is succulentand spicy with mouthfuls of ripe berry fruit flavours with a touch ofcoffee and spice.

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LoireMany of the wines featured from the Loire regioncome from the negotiant house of Marcel Martin.This small negociant firm is based at La Sablette, a village near Mouzillon in the Loire. Thanks to the Marquis de Goulaine who, finding that visitorsto his 15th century château were not keen on sharing the grounds with tractors and delivery vehicles, decided to move his wine-making operationto the negotiant’s house. Their operation clearly impressed the Marquis, and we hope that their wines will impress you in turn.

Roches Noires Muscadet Sèvre et Maine Sur Lie VYellow colour with slightly golden tints. Expressive aromas with undertones of flowers and exotic fruit marked by a light touch ofvanilla flavour and toast. A round palate with plenty of body, the aromatic complexity returns with lightly roasted fruit.

Domaine Les Grands Presbytères Tradition Muscadet,Sèvre & Maine Sur Lie V VgA ripe fruity style with not too much pétillance. Crisp, flinty notes with a hint of lime on the nose. The palate has a smooth and creamytexture with fresh lemon, and hints of ripe pear and apple along withyeasty lees notes. A lovely Muscadet.

Les Coteaux Tufiers Vouvray Demi-Sec VA delicious off-dry style of Chenin Blanc with stony minerality, freshjust-picked walnuts, a hint of lime and a slightly sappy fresh note. Thepalate is honeyed with limeflower, apple, ginger and a clean mineralfinish. The sweetness is perfectly integrated and balanced, resulting ina refreshing wine with good length. Will cellar brilliantly for as manyas ten years becoming even more concentrated and fine.

Les Bosquets Vouvray VWildflower honey, grapefruit rind, beeswax flavours with lots of complexity. A great balance between sweetness and acidity leave a beautiful tart, dry finish.

La Jaglerie Rosé d’Anjou Marcel Martin VPale pink in colour. A fruity, fresh wine, round and rich on the palatewith long-lasting aromas.

La Perclaire Touraine Sauvignon VWhite in colour. Floral undertones of exotic and citrus fruit and plants.Its fresh, rich and full-bodied attack renews its slightly exotic fruity effect on the palate.

Domaine du Pre Semele Sancerre V VgA classic Sancerre with ripe gooseberry fruit and zesty acidity.The style is full and round yet fresh and well-balanced.

Les Fondettes Sancerre VPale in colour. Expressive with floral and fruity undertones with a character very typical of a Sauvignon.

La Rochetais Pouilly Fumé VGolden with a subtle shade of green. Rich and powerful with floral and fruity aromas, which linger on the palate.

Les Ombelles Pouilly Fumé VLight yellow with green reflections, an expressive nose, dry fruity and elegant.

Dilection Chinon Sauvion A full-bodied and warm attack from the Cabernet Franc grape thatbrings vanilla, liquorice and roasted almond flavours.Alsace

Cuvée Michel Leon GewürtztraminerYellow with gold tints. The nose is powerful andintense with mango and rose undertones. Pleasingly round on the palate.

Cuvée Michel Leon RieslingGolden yellow, fresh and fruity with undertones of exotic and citrus fruit and limes. A structured, lively and balanced wine with very delicate aromas.

Turckheim Cave Tradition Pinot Gris V VgA lovely perfumed nose with fine floral aromas mixed with a hint of honey and spice; quite full and rich, lightly smoky honeysuckle perfume with smooth but dry(ish) finish.

Turckheim Sylvaner Vielles Vignes V VgA lightly spiced and mellow nose characterised by the perfume of the acacia wood with a rich, weighty yetrefreshing palate and long zesty lemon finish.

50 million years ago, the Vosges and the Black Forest still formed one single moun-tain range. A succession of tectonic events and the subsidence of the central part ofthis mountain range created a wide plain bordered by the river Rhine. Over this plain the Rhine scattered huge deposits of gravel. These bare details go toexplain the enormous diversity of soils in the vineyards, mainly distributed on theslopes that mark the area of fracture between the mountain range that remained and the area of subsidence.

Pruning is by the traditional Alsace cane-bending system. Almost all the rows aregrassed over in order to provide complete protection for the vines. This avoids having to use products that are harmful to useful creatures (ladybirds, lacewings, etc).

Grape-picking usually takes placefrom the end of September to midOctober, or even after that if theharvest is late.

From the heart of Alsace, we arepleased to bring you our range ofCuvée Michel Leon wines, a discriminatory selection ensuringexcellent examples of each type.

Alsace marks the end of the grape harvestwith a host of festivals in October, making itthe perfect time to visit the vineyards and villages along France's famous wine route.

La Sablette, near Mouzillon in the Loire.

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Pierre-Jean Sauvion, Maison Sauvion’s currentoenologist, carried out his first grape harvests inCahors, Saint-Émilion and Château Haut-Sarpe.With his oenologist’s diploma in his pocket, he travelled abroad to widen his knowledge. Pierre-Jean pays particular attention to supervising fermentation and maceration forthe production of easy drinking wines.

Pierre-Jean Sauvion

Vineyards overlooking Turckheim village, Alsace.Symmons & Allen

Vintners

Lebanon is among the oldest sites of wineproduction in the world. The Israeliteprophet Hosea (780–725 B.C.) is said to haveurged his followers to return to Yahweh sothat “they will blossom as the vine, [and]their fragrance will be like the wine ofLebanon”.

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GermanyLiebfraumilchLight yellow in colour with a typical Müller-Thurgau nose. Elegant, semi sweet and easy drinking.

Niersteiner Gutes Domtal Mild, subtle, light and medium-bodied.

Schmitt Söhne RieslingA zingy clean Riesling with good acidity and balance.

Schmitt Söhne Piesporter A delicate, light and fruity Moselle wine.

Sepp Grüner Veltliner V VgPale lemon yellow, this wine has a touch of honey on the nose. The palate has flavours of bright lime,lemon and grapefruit with steely minerality and refreshing acidity.

The wine has a surprisingly weighty texture and a mouthwatering finish.

EnglandEngland has a small, but underestimated,wine growing industry. The realities of climateand latitude mean that it is unlikely to everrival established wine producing nations. However, the fact is that although thegrapevine is most productive in sunnier, hotterclimates, it produces wine of the very highest quality where it is at the very margin of its existence, namely England.

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BacchusTropical fruit characters on thepalate. Excellent weight from ripefruit and crisp acidity make this classic English Bacchus perfect for summer.

ChardonnayMade in an unoaked style to showthe purity of the fruit, the nose istight and focussed but has apple,pear and citrus aromas along with aclassic flintiness. The palate is textural, with good weight and concentration, clean juicy fruit, steely acidity and a long mineral finish.

English RoséRipe Pinot Noir grapes are the magicingredient in this vibrant, red cherryscented rose. With a blend of macerated red fruit nuances, like asummer pudding, this is a joyouswine that delivers a lick of fruitiness on the finish.

Vintage Reserve Brut A very approachable style of fizz.Pale lemon in colour. The nose hasnotes of red apple, lemon grass andfresh bread. A finely structuredwine with flavours of fresh citrus,quince and hints of strawberry andbrioche on the finish.

“Chapel Down continues to winawards for outstanding wines.”

German wines have come a long way since the 1970’s and 1980’s. Inthose days, the German Wine Law of 1971 dictated that wine qualitywould be measured by a device known as a refractometer, which determined the sugar content of the grapes. The higher the content, the better the quality of the wine!

The result was a steady invasion of German vineyards by vine varieties specially bred to provide super-ripe grapes, led by the much-mocked, but highly commercial, Liebfraumilch. The major casualty was the

difficult-to-ripen Riesling vine, Germany's greatest asset. Riesling, grown on the steep,slatey banks of the river Mosel is the epitome of traditional German wine: aromatic, delicate,long-lived, and unlike any wine made anywhere else in the world!

German wine labels have not conformed to thedrive for commerciality, and remain a mystery toall but the serious wine student. To simplify, wecan break the label down into three things - grapevariety, quality level and region.

Most German wines are made from single grape varieties, specified on thelabel, with Riesling being by far the dominant grape variety.

Over 200 years ago the Schmitt ancestors settled in the small villageof Longuich, located along the MoselRiver, and began managing vineyards andproducingwine.

The Sepp Moser estate was founded by the famous Austrianwine producing pioneer, Lenz Moser. Lenz Moser's son, SeppMoser, began operating under his own name in 1987 andhanded over the direction of this family-owned estate tohis own son Nikolaus in the year 2000.

The Sepp Moser estate comprises 50 acres of vineyards in two prominent wine regions; Kremstal (22 ha) and

Neusiedlersee (28 ha). In the Kremstal, Nikolaus produces an international range of varieties as well as the ever more important local varieties of Gruner Veltliner and Riesling. The reds are produced on the gravelly soils of the warm southern Neusiederslee village of Apetlon.

The Sepp Moser estate

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Musar JeuneIntense ruby colour with aromas of cherries,blackcurrants and blueberries. Soft and lushon the palate, offering notes of violets, subtle spice, mature dark fruit and classic savoury gamey notes.

Château MusarThis wine shows plenty of energy, red fruit,plum spice and forest floor character on thenose with exotic hints of cedar and liquorice,all of which are beautifully complemented by the sweet, fruity palate, delicious savoury notes and soft tannins.

Lebanon

All Sepp Moserwines have beenorganic (and all

estate wines biodynamic)since 2007.

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Ever since the 1920’s, the history of the Pasqua company has been entwined with that ofthe family.

It was then that Nicola, the oldest of the Pasqua brothers, movedto Verona from Trani in Puglia, where the rest of the family lived.His intention was to pursue the activity in which the family wasinvolved, opening up a shop for the sale of wines in bulk and bythe glass.

Nicola’s success with importing Puglianwines soon allowed his younger brothers, Riccardo, Natale and Umberto to also move to Verona.

Nearly 100 years later, the third generation of the Pasqua familyassures the continuity of the familycompany, with the new headquartersand winery built in 2007, from wherethese fabulous wines come.

- The Pasqua Family -The first generation of the Pasqua Family is the signature and seal of the most precious bottles, enshrining all the family’s culture and winemaking tradition: top Veneto wines chosen andinterpreted by Pasqua’s third generation. A perfect union

of modern style and age-old tradition.

Italy is the world’s second largest wine producer, comprising 20 separate wine regions running right down the lengthof the country. This leads to a diversity of climate and terrain capable of producing wines of extraordinary subtlety and depth, as well as some wines that might generously be classified as easy-drinking!

Our selection of Italian wines is designed to fit on any wine list, but with theemphasis on quality throughout the range. The involvement of successive generations of families in the viticulture and viniculture of the wines below is adetermining factor in ensuring the consistency and quality of the wines on offer.

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San Giorgio Pinot GrigioGreen pear and apple aromas combine to make this medium-bodied, fresh wine.

San Giorgio Pinot Grigio RoséClean and dry with soft red fruit. Wine of good structure with real floral notes and hints of apricot and pear.

San Giorgio Montepulciano d’AbruzzoDeep ruby-red coloured wine of excellent structure, harmonious and a little tannic.

Famiglia Pasqua Soave DOCPerfumes of golden apple and apricot, with sweet notes of flowers. Balanced on the palate with an aftertaste of almond which is characteristic of the Garganega variety.

Famiglia Pasqua Passimento RossoDeep ruby red in colour. The nose has intense aromas of red berries with hints of spices. The palate is balanced with velvety tannins, and it has a soft and round finish.


Arcano Pinot GrigioFrom the sunny hills of the Veneto region, fragrant fresh and crisp with notes of tropical fruits.

Arcano Pinot Grigio RoséElegant and lasting, fruity bouquet. Rich and well-balanced on the palate.

Cortestrada Pinot Grigio Garganega V VgA straw-coloured wine from the Veneto region with an ample, lasting, fruity bouquet. The palate is dry, soft and well-balanced,due to its full body.

Cortestrada Rosato V VgLight rosé colour. The elegant bouquet has intense notes of acacia flowers. Dry, soft and well-balanced on the palate; round and full-bodied structure.

Cortestrada Sangiovese V VgA supple, juicy wine from the Emilia Romagna region. Ripe, red fruit on the palate and soft tannins with a lasting finish.

Peter Zemmer Pinot Grigio Alto Adige DOC V VgAromatic, floral, with notes of ripe fruit (pear, melon) and slightly spicy,mineral note. Fruity and full bodies with the right degree of aciditythat enhances its freshness.

Peter Zemmer Pinot Noir Alto Adige DOC V VgA ruby to garnet red wine with great balance. Velvety, elegant, withclear fruity accents of berries and cherries.

Montresor Soave ClassicoAn excellent example of good quality Soave, fresh and lightly fruitywith delicate floral aromas of honeysuckle, elderflower and a hint ofvanilla. Crisp and refreshing on the palate with good depth of lemonyfruit, lively acidity and a dry, lightly nutty finish.

Monte Schiavo Verdicchio V VgFresh, zesty, citrus aromas (touch of lemon meringue pie) with hints ofnut and stone fruit. Palate begins with a simple citrus which extends towhite stone fruit and a rounded nutty finish. .

La Gondola Pinot Grigio IGT delle VenezieStraw yellow, delicately floral with melon aromas. A dry and full winewith a crisp finish. Excellent as an aperitif and perfect with a lightstarter, seafood and shellfish.

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Boccantino Shiraz Nero d'AvolaIntense ruby red with notes of vanilla, Intense and full-bodied.

Paolini GrilloThis wine offers a bright straw-yellow colour and notes of almond,pears and green apple on the nose. On the palate, it is refreshing with lively acidity and brimming with citrus flavours.

Paolini Nero d' AvolaA ripe and concentrated wine, offering supple flavours of wild strawberries and cherries.

Casa Vinicola Botter s.p.a. began in 1928 founded by Carlo Botter. It is a marketleader for the sale and export of Veneto and Italian wines. At the end of the 90’sthe third generation joined the company; Luca, Annalisa and Alessandro.

The family wine estate was re-structured, old vineswere removed and new ones planted. A new production facility and barrel cellar were built, andthe old farmhouse was restored and adapted.Today, over 90 employees work to produce thewines that we are delighted to offer from thehouse of Botter.

Annalisa, Luca & Alessandro Botter.

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Gavi 'Conchetta' V VgA gently aromatic, dry white with green apple, lime and herbaceouscharacters, typical of the local Cortese grape. Lightly herbal and savoury notes combine with the fruit flavours to give a textured palate.

Gavi del Comune di Gavi 'Nuovo Quadro' V VgAn enticing nose of white peach and pear with hints of fresh lime and gooseberry. Fresh and light zesty citrus notes and crisp acidity lift a textured, medium-bodied palate.

Il Caggio Pinot GrigioBursting with tropical fruit flavours, this wine is fresh and lively with a long, dry finish. It has more body than most Pinot Grigio.

Il Caggio ChiantiThis medium-bodied, aromatic wine is true red in colour. Sour redcherries on the palate are complemented well by leafy aromas and an earthy smokiness.

Diavoletto Sangiovese di Toscana VA hint of sweet fruit develops into a medium to full-bodied palatewith supple tannins and juicy fruit balanced by warm spice and pepper notes on the finish.

Araldica Barolo Fiori A complex nose combining plum, mulberry, ripe strawberry andleather with delicate floral and violet notes, plus hints of vanilla and spice. Tannins are firm and pleasingly supported with plumpfruit and a round silky texture, giving a good lengthy finish.

Amarone Rosso ValpolicellaAmarone is a traditional and unique method of wine-making, craftedonly from Valpolicella-grown grapes which are dried on racks andthen pressed and fermented. Deep garnet red colour, tending to orange. Intense and characteristic bouquet. Full-bodied, harmonious taste with a bitter aftertaste.

Boccantino Primitivo del SalentoIntense, ruby red, soft, full-bodied, with a great personality.

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Señorial Tinto V VgMade from the Tempranillo grape, but with a touch of Garnacha.Shiny dark crimson in colour with violet hues. Structured, roundedand balanced on the palate. Very pleasant to drink.

Señorial Tinto Rioja Reserva V VgReserva red wines are aged for at least 3 years with at least 1 yearin oak.A beautiful well-balanced wine, oak aged with delicate aromas of cherries and chocolate, with wonderfully rounded tannins. Complex, with many touches.

Los Vinateros Rioja CrianzaCherry fruit, with pleasing vanilla and coconut overtones.

Artesa RiojaFresh redcurrant and cherry characters combine with juicy brambleand a hint of black pepper - a classic Rioja.

Artesa Rioja CrianzaA forward and attractive modern style of Crianza with perfectly integrated and expressive plum and juicy blackfruit aromas, complemented by spicy vanilla oak. Medium-bodied on the palate, with more red and black fruits, vanilla and spice, building to a savoury white pepper finish, with light tannins.

Coto Mayor BlancoFrom the early harvesting of the grapes to the final step of bottling,the utmost care is taken to preserve the characteristic aromas of theViura grape, hay, citrus notes, green apples. Possessing a pleasantacidity which combines perfectly with an exquisite aftertaste offruit and flowers.

Coto Mayor RosadoLike rioja, made from the Tempranilo grape. Rich in aromas of strawberries and raspberries, with some violet and petals.

Coto Mayor CrianzaCrianza red wines are aged for 2 years with at least 6 months in oak.Pure Tempranillo, this wine is well rounded and complex. Full-bodied, round and supple. Strawberries and vanilla on the nose with lovely smooth fruit on the palate.

Vega del Rayo Reserva V VgAn intense wine, classically designed and crafted. Fruit perfumes of ripe red berries with oak, raisin and savoury aromas. The palatehas more red fruit, as well as spice and liquorice, which builds onthe finish. Silky and ample on the palate.

Perhaps surprisingly, Spain has more hectares ofland under vine than any other country, but ranksonly third in terms of wine production after Franceand Italy, due to its low yields and wide spacing ofvineyards on often unfertile ground.

But if it had a reputation for inconsistent wines, based largely on a varying climate due to its large geographical spread, and an equally widespread ownership and production, Spain has shaken off thatmantle. Investment and ambition in vineyard andwinery are resulting in more and more rich – oftenhighly alcoholic – spicy reds that are finding increasingfavour among international consumers weaned on ripe New World wines.

Spanish wines are often labelled according to the amount of ageing the wine has received, specifically in oak barrels.

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The grape varieties, combined with the climate, the soil and the wine growing practices derived from a constant and intimate contact with nature, give Rioja wines their special character, unique and inimitable.

San Vicente de la Sonsierra village overlookingvineyards in La Rioja region of Northern Spain.

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Bodegas NavajasA family winery originally founded in 1918 as Bodegas Arjona and situated in the village of Navarrete. In 1983 the Navajas family become the sole stockholders, changing its name toBodegas Navajas. The year 2000 was a turning point in the Bodega’s history when they invested in enlarging and improving the winery and cellars with a new barrel-ageing area and new modern facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

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Blanco CrianzaCrianza whites and rosés must be aged for at least 1 year with atleast 6 months in oak. Made entirely from the Viura grape, this wineis delicate, intriguing and fresh on the palate, yet warm and ripe.

Rosado Crianza A blend of Tempranillo and Viura. Pale salmon pink in colour due toits ageing in oak barrels. Delicate stewed and ripe fruit aromas withfloral hints, in harmony with the spice and vanilla contributed by thebarrel.

Tinto CrianzaMade mainly from the Tempranillo grape, but with some Mazuelo.Morello cherry red with violet highlights, and a good balance inaroma between the liveliness and fruitiness of the dominant varietyand that contributed by the oak. Broad on the palate with soft butwell structured tannins, rounded, long, with fine and pleasant finish.

Rioja Reserva Hand-picked in the first fortnight of October. Ruby red and withmedium depth. Finely balanced with a lovely bouquet, where bothripe fruit and spicy and herbal aromas can be appreciated. Fleshy and broad on the palate, with a very expressive and elegant finishand a long, serene aftertaste.

Rioja Gran Reserva Gran Reserva wines typically appear in above average vintages withthe red wines requiring at least 5 years ageing, 18 months of whichin oak and a minimum of 36 months in the bottle. Made mainlyfrom the Tempranillo grape, but with some Graciano and a hint ofMazuelo, this wine comes from the oldest vineyards, pruned in thetraditional style. Ruby-red with a medium intensity, complex witharomas typical of the varieties used; ripe red fruit, liquorice, andthose given off by oak; herbal, cinnamon and pepper. Rounded, silky and broad, but vigorous and robust at the same time.


El Tesoro Verdejo (Castilla Leon) V VgAromas of tropical fruit with hints of citrus. The palate has lots of passion fruit and guava with great texture and an intensely tangy citrus finish. The wine has a balance of ripeness and creaminess.

El Tesero Monastrell Shiraz (Jumilla)Deep cherry red in colour. A ripe, open nose of plums and blackberries, with sweet herbs. Warm and spicy on the palate with crunchy black fruit and a touch of pepper - all backed by sweet, ripe, and supple tannins.

Honoro Vera Monastrell (Jumilla)Wild red berry aromas mingle with warm, spicy red fruit characters.Elegant and balanced with good concentration of juicy, lifted, ripe redand black fruit flavours. Spice and fine tannins complete the finish.

Borsao Garnacha (Campo de Borja) VFull bodied wine with pleasant tannin in perfect harmony with its acidity.

Fuenteseca Macabeo Sauvignon Blanc (Utiel-Requena) V VgLightly aromatic, with white peach and jasmine on the nose, as well as delicate herbaceous, citrus notes. The palate is textured withfresh and zesty citrus fruit acidity, mineral notes and a clean, crisp finish.

Vega Clara 'Mario' (Ribero del Duero)Aromas of red berries along with ripe cherries weave together with spices aromas such as clove, sweet pepper and smoky aromascoming from the barrels. On the palate, Mario is powerful and strongalthough silky and gentle. Very smooth and elegant tannins, creamy,balanced with a long aftertaste.

Los Monteros is a rangeof wines with great personality that come fromold vineyards in South East Spain,where the vines produce only smallquantities of grapes but of great qualityand concentration.

The ‘Monteros’ were noblemen who protected and accompanied the King during his hunting parties in the mountains, they are Identified by a badge of natural cork, sewn on the chest of the uniform.

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Los Monteros Blanco Bright yellow with green tinges, Very intense and complex with a wide range of exotic fruit aromas (lychees, passion fruit), floral tones with a mineral touch. Rich and aromatic, smooth and fresh with a long finish. This white wine is very aromatic with a great personality from Viura and Muscat grapes.

Los Monteros Tinto Joven Deep cherry red, intense, fruity with spicy tones from the Monastrell grape. Full-bodied, with a long finish.

Los Monteros Crianza Dark red with light earthy tones, intense, complex and elegant. Full-bodied, smooth, with a very long finish.

Los Monteros Reserva Ruby red with earthy tones. Mature and smooth, with elegant aromas of fruit compote, vanilla, tobacco and chocolate. Full, smooth and long lasting.

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Vinho Verde Vinhas Altas White Attractive peach and citrus fruits with floral and tropical fruit nuances. Young and fresh and persistent in the mouth.

Vinho Verde Vinhas Altas RoséVery fresh and pleasant with well-marked notes of sweet strawberry. Fruity on the palate with a slight crisp finish.

Topazio Douro DOC Reserva (Douro)Elegant aromas of cherry and mulberry with a hint of vanilla. On the palate it is fruity and smooth with a long, fresh harmonious and complex finish.

Caves Velhas Solo Reserva Touriga Nacional (Dao)Violet aromas with rich dark fruits and toasted oak with a spicybackbone. Ripe blackberry flavours mingle with touches of spicewith a smooth, rounded and well balanced finish.

Alianca Bairrada Reserva (Bairrada)Aromas of ripe berry and plum fruits. The palate is medium-bodiedwith supple tannins, dark fruit and warming spicy characters.

Known obviously for its production of Port, Portugal lagssomewhat behind in the effort toexport its wines. For years it hasbeen happy for its wines to beconsumed within its own borders, and the wines havereflected national rather thanglobal appeal.

This may be changing, however, as Portugal looks to expand its salesabroad. To that effect, we bring youa range of Portuguese wines thatcould find a place on most winelists.

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Coreto WhiteMedium-bodied with a fresh, lively character, shows good appley fruit flavours balanced by delicious lemony acidity.

Coreto RedFull-bodied and dry, this wine has a delicious full flavour of berry fruits, cherry and black grape. Well-balanced with smooth, ripe fruit and a youthful freshness.

Coreto RoséStrawberries predominate in this refreshingly fruity wine.

Portugal

The rich, vibrant, terraced slopes of the Dourovalley, Portugal’s main wine making region.

Dessert WinesSweet wines are made all over the world using a complicated viticultural process. Grapes are left on the vine long after the standard harvest time causing them toshrivel up. If the perfect climatic conditions prevail, theydevelop Noble Rot or Botrytis. At this stage the grapeshave very concentrated sugar levels and the resulting wines are lusciously sweet.

Vistamar Late Harvest Moscatel (Chile) 37.5clGreat aromatic intensity, with hints of white flowers, whitepeaches, apricots and quinces. In the mouth it is silky, juicy and fresh. Its flavour is reminiscent of recently picked grapes,blended with figs and dried peaches.

Domaine de Grange Neuve Monbazillac (France) 50cl V VgA fabulous dessert wine, sweet and luscious with a great backbone of fine acidity for a clean finish. The nose is fresh with classic botrytis marmalade and ripe nectarine flavours. On the palate, rich honey and toffee notes finish with a twist of bitter orange zest.

Brown Brothers Orange Muscat & Flora (Australia) 37.5clOrange Muscat and Flora is a blend unique to Brown Brothers. Orange Muscat forms the backbone of the blend, providing aromasof orange blossom to the nose and a fresh citrus hint to the palate,while the Flora contributes colour, texture and mouthfeel. Freshand tangy with a zesty, long, balanced finish.

Ginestet Classique Sauternes (France) 50cl V VgA classic botrytis noble nose; rich in honey and sweet floral toneswith hints of citrus marmalade. The palate is rich and smooth withsimilar sweet floral and honeyed apricot flavours but with a faintlycitrus note in the finish which makes it very moreish.

Muscat de Beaumes de Venise Petale d'Or (France)37.5cl Luminous gold in colour, with a rich, heady nose of peach, nectarineand white flowers. The palate is lusciously sweet with honey andcitrus fruit.


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