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We hope you enjoy browsing our Christmas brochure. Did we tell you it’s our 25th one? Time fl ies when you’re having fun they say, but even more so when you’re sharing that time with loved ones. So from our family to yours, have yourself a merry little Christmas and here’s to time well spent!

Happy Christmas and a peaceful and prosperous New Year!

Gareth Keogh & Gavin Keogh

Behind all its bright lights and lavish decorations, Christmas is essentially about sharing time. We were reminded of this when we contacted our winemakers to tell us how they spent their Christmas for this, our 25th, Christmas brochure. It seems that at this special time of year, whether they are down under in Australia or snowed under in Austria, even our most dedicated winemakers want to put work on hold and share time with their loved ones.

Put Your Feet UpWe know you will want to do the same so the aim of our Christmas service is to save you time. As the high streets begin to swarm with shoppers, you can put your feet up with our guaranteed 48 hour delivery to any address in Ireland. Of course it helps if we can save you a little bit of money along the way too and, with savings of over 20% and free delivery on selected cases or orders over €200, we’re doing exactly that.

Make it a GiftMake any of these exclusive cases the perfect gift by getting us to deliver direct to your friends or family. To make it even more personal, you can include our brand new, Martyn Turner designed Christmas card with your very own message handwritten inside. Whether it’s a one-liner or an epic poem, our team will loyally transcribe your Christmas greeting (although perhaps don’t make it too epic).

Create-Your-OwnAll our cases feature wines we think are at the peak of their power in terms of taste and value but we know many of you have your own personal favourites. If you don’t see a case you like, simply turn to page 28 where you can choose from our ‘Mix and Match’ list of over 70 wines. Combine any six or more of these selected wines and receive an automatic discount of 10%.

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It’s a family affair! Gavin, Siobhan and Gareth Keogh (L to R);

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Avoid the rushOur Christmas cases are very popular and as a result supplies can run low closer to the big day. Avoid any disappointment by ordering early so you get the wines that you want. Should we run out of a particular wine in any of our cases, we will replace it with a similar wine of equal or greater value.

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It’s a family affair! Gavin, Siobhan and Gareth Keogh (L to R);

Happy Christmas from Spain, land of sun, sangria and…snow! The high altitude vineyards of Elias Mora in Toro.

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A Winemakers ChristmasEver wondered what they have for Christmas dinner in Austria? Or what it’s

like having Christmas in the sun down under? Take a journey around the

world with our winemakers and discover what the biggest meal of the year is

for them. From octopus in Portugal, to empanadas in Argentina, you might

find something inspiring for your own Christmas feast!

BRANDL ZOBING GRUNER VELTLINER | 2014 Kamptal, AustriaGruner Veltliner - 12.5% RRP €18.95 6 Mix Price €15.65

BRANDL ZOBING RIESLING | 2014 Kamptal, AustriaRiesling - 12.5% RRP €20.50 6 Mix Price €18.95

Brandl Family

As the vineyards sleep quietly under a blanket of snow in the Kamptal Valley, winemaker Gunther Brandl and his family can afford a few days off together.

“Christmas is generally quiet and we only want to spend time with our family, not the vines,” Gunther said before explaining that they are not quite the typical Austrian family at Christmas. “We don’t have a traditional dinner in our house;

one year it’s salmon, another year it could be a cold meat dish. We do tend to have fondue on Christmas eve…and our Grüner Veltliner is set aside for schweinsbraten,

a roasted pork dish with dumplings and pickled cabbage.”

Petra & Gunther Brandl

Frohe Weihnachten aus Österreich!

Schweinsbraten

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PADDY BORTHWICK PINOT GRIS | 2014Wairarapa, New ZealandPinot Gris - 13.5% RRP €17.95 6 Mix Price €14.85

PADDY BORTHWICK PINOT NOIR | 2011 Wairarapa, New ZealandPinot Noir - 13.5% RRP €25.00 6 Mix Price €22.50

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New ZealandBorthwick Family

CRIOS CABERNET SAUVIGNON | 2014Mendoza, ArgentinaCabernet Sauvignon - 14% RRP €16.25 6 Mix Price €14.65

BENMARCO | 2013 Mendoza, ArgentinaMalbec - 14% RRP €21.25 6 Mix Price €19.10

ArgentinaBalbo Family

With harvest just around the corner (usually February/March) it is pretty busy down in Paddy Borthwick’s North Island vineyard. They do get some time off

though and Paddy, who grew up on a sheep farm, told us: “I often put sheep down in the vineyard over the Christmas break so they can eat the leaves undisturbed.”

So, is it lamb for Christmas dinner then? “No. We have a more traditional style dinner like you in Ireland; turkey with all the trimmings like bread sauce, potatoes,

veg etc. We often chill our Pinot Noir to have with the turkey and if you leave it to warm up, it goes perfectly with the pudding!”

Ka hari te Kirihimete i Aotearoa!

Paddy Borthwick

Feliz Navidad de la Argentina!

This Christmas is a special one in the Balbo household. Winemaker Susana Balbo’s daughter Ana, is expecting a baby boy. “Santino will be the first

grandchild in our family so this means there will be lots of celebrations,” Ana told us proudly and we wish her all the best at this exciting time. In the country of mighty Malbec and even mightier steaks, what is on the Balbo’s

Christmas table? “There is always pork with apple puree,” Ana explained, “and vitel toné, a local favourite made of thin, cold slices of veal with a tuna, anchovy and mayonnaise sauce. Empanadas, of course, make an appearance too and

are amazing with chimichurri sauce.”

Ana Balbo (left) with Susana and Jose

Vitel Toné

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AustraliaHallett Family

PortugalRoquette Family

ALKOOMI SAUVIGNON BLANC | 2012Frankland River, AustraliaSauvignon Blanc - 13.4% RRP €15.35 6 Mix Price €13.85

ALKOOMI BLACK LABEL | 2012 Frankland River, AustraliaShiraz, Viognier - 13.8% RRP €21.50 6 Mix Price €17.50

QUINTA DO CRASTO LATE BOTTLED VINTAGE PORT | 2008Douro, PortugalTinta Barroca, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional - 20% RRP €25.50 6 Mix Price €21.00

QUINTA DO CRASTO RESERVA OLD VINES | 2011 Douro DOC, PortugalTinta Barroca, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz - 14% RRP €33.95 6 Mix Price €29.95

Happy Christmas from Australia!

Christmas in the remote regions of Western Australia strikes quite the contrast to our mid-winter celebrations. “Our traditional Christmas dinner is actually a lunch and is usually outside,” explained Rod Hallett, one half of the winemaking team along with his wife Sandy. He continued: “We sit down with our extended family and three daughters and there are usually

plenty of stories to be told. We have an array of cold meats, salads, and fresh seafood. Prawns are a favourite and, as it is often a hot summer’s day, we

wash them down with chilled sparkling wine. Sauvignon Blanc complements them perfectly too, particularly if they are in a garlic and butter sauce.”

The Hallett Family

Feliz Natal de Portugal!All is quiet on the Roquette’s terraced vineyards at Christmas time.

“Everyone is at home with family,” exclaimed Miguel Roquette. “We close the estate so that all the workers can enjoy this magic season with loved ones.” Miguel then went on to describe their festive spread: “We have our

dinner on Christmas Eve. Typical in this part of northern Portugal is roast cod and roast octopus (polvo no forno) with potatoes and vegetables. For

desserts, we would always have rabanadas which is traditional bread cooked in honey, cinnamon, sugar and Port.” And just what does a port maker

recommend with port? “A good table of cheese – cheddar, gouda or brie - and good company!” and good company!”

The Roquettes

Polvo No Forno

BBQ Prawns

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This is 100% Tempranillo, the famous red variety of Rioja. The winemaker is Asunción

Yebenez and down here near Ciudad Real the summers are

long and hot which results in extremely ripe grapes and

concentrated flavours that makes them perfect for easy

drinking. It is proving to be one of our most popular

wedding wines and it’s easy to see why with its fruity,

approachable style.

This is 100% Tempranillo, the famous red variety of Rioja. The winemaker is Asunción

Yebenez and down here near Ciudad Real the summers are

long and hot which results in extremely ripe grapes and

concentrated flavours that makes them perfect for easy

drinking. It is proving to be one of our most popular

wedding wines and it’s easy to see why with its fruity,

approachable style.

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For six generations the Barreau family has resided in the commune of Grezillac. To

this day they continue their tradition of winemaking and

own both Château Haut-Garriga and Château Coitreau.

The vineyards are located on the highest slopes overlooking St Emilion. Anyone looking for

an alternative to Sauvignon Blanc, while not straying too far off the mark, will

be well rewarded with this immediately likeable wine

from Entre Deux Mers.

Al��� B���e��For six generations the

Barreau family has resided in the commune of Grezillac. To

this day they continue their tradition of winemaking and

own both Château Haut-Garriga and Château Coitreau.

The vineyards are located on the highest slopes overlooking St Emilion. Anyone looking for

an alternative to Sauvignon Blanc, while not straying too far off the mark, will

be well rewarded with this immediately likeable wine

Dr. di Nieri works primarily with Sangiovese, the

famous grape of Chianti, on vineyards which are on average about 200m above

sea level. Grapes are grown in clay soil with various

minerals and trace elements which give complexity to the

finished product. It is aged for a few months in tonneaux (very large oak tanks) which

reduces the surface contact with the wood. This means oak is not the main player

but rather an assistant in the development of the wine’s

flavour and texture.

Dr. di Nieri works primarily with Sangiovese, the

famous grape of Chianti, on vineyards which are on average about 200m above

sea level. Grapes are grown in clay soil with various

minerals and trace elements which give complexity to the

finished product. It is aged for a few months in tonneaux (very large oak tanks) which

reduces the surface contact with the wood. This means oak is not the main player

but rather an assistant in the

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SANDENEL 2014Friuli Grave DOC, ItalyPinot Grigio

If you’re looking for Pinot Grigio with depth, this is the one from Italy you will want. Lively, crisp and rejuvenating with limes and pears on the palate and medium length.

PREIGNES LE VIEUX 2014Vin de Pays d’Oc IGP, FranceChardonnay

This Chardonnay has an explosive bouquet and combines well with oysters, seafood, grilled fi sh and even smoked ham.

POGGIO ALLA LUNA 2013Chianti, ItalySangiovese

Bright fl avors of black and red cherry greet the palate, held together by ample acidity and medium tannins. An open nose of fresh, ripe black cherries.

CHATEAU HAUT-GARRIGA 2014Bordeaux A/C, FranceSemillon

“A wonderful fresh, crisp, dry white, made entirely from Semillon (and therefore Sauvignon-free) with zesty lemon, green apple and melon fruits, fi nishing bone dry. It is low in alcohol and would make a perfect partner for seafood or as a mouthwatering aperitif.” John Wilson, The Irish Times

DOMAINE PREIGNES LE VIEUX 2013Vin de Pays d’Oc IGP, FranceSyrah

“An exotic bouquet of meaty pork and purple-skinned fruits typifi es Syrah. Delicious black-berry fruits with graphite mineral fl avours. Barbecue sausages with a spicy, smoky sauce.” Liam Campbell, The Irish Independent

1605 TEMPRANILLO 2013La Mancha DO, SpainTempranillo A soft and juicy Spanish red made from the famous grape of Rioja. This is made for easy going, lazy evening reclining. No oak, no complications; just simple pleasure.

� e main purpose of decanting a wine is to expose

it to oxygen so that it becomes more expressive.

� e wine relaxes and releases more aromas and

� avours. It’s particularly suited to red wines

but sometimes whites, particularly full-bodied

Chardonnay’s, will bene� t. A good decanter can

add a dash of style to your table too!

Gavin Keogh Recommends

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Season’s Greetings This crowd pleasing selection of reds and whites will spread a festive glow to you and your guests this Christmas. It

features fruity, easy-drinking wines from France, Spain, and Italy at a heart-warming price.

“A wonderful fresh, crisp, dry-white, made entirely from Semillon...”CHATEAU HAUT GARRIGA - JOHN WILSON, THE IRISH TIMES

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Meet the Winemakers

Pascal Cuisset cuts a prominent figure in the vineyards of

Bergerac. Strongly built and prone to exuberant gestures,

he has the tough hands of a man who has spent a lifetime

working outdoors. We still remember the strength of his

grip the first time he shook our hands. Pascal’s three passions are wine, the tuba and rugby.

He is a colourful fixture at local events as leader of the local

brass band, so it’s no wonder his wines are so expressive. He loves working with the classic

Bordeaux varietals and his white is a wonderfully lively

blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, perfect for drinking

on its own.

Pascal Cuisset cuts a prominent figure in the vineyards of

Bergerac. Strongly built and prone to exuberant gestures,

he has the tough hands of a man who has spent a lifetime

working outdoors. We still remember the strength of his

grip the first time he shook our hands. Pascal’s three passions are wine, the tuba and rugby.

He is a colourful fixture at local events as leader of the local

brass band, so it’s no wonder his wines are so expressive. He loves working with the classic

Bordeaux varietals and his

Pasc�� C�i� e�

Laura Rizzotto and her family tend vineyards on a beautiful,

southern facing hillside, 50km from Lake Garda. This

is Soave Classico land, deep in the hillsides of the larger

Soave region. The Garganega grape reaches its peak

expression on this volcanic terrain. The Rizzotto’s

harvest their grapes by hand and limit their yields

by careful pruning to concentrate the grapes’

flavour, making wines with a wonderful sense of place.

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This zippy Spanish white is made from Verdejo and is one to woo Sauvignon Blanc fans.

It is moreishly refreshing with tangy grapefruit and

yellow apple flavours making it the perfect apperitif.

Made by Javier Herrero Vedel, the vines are grown on ancient vineyards that

were tended by the Jeronimo monks for centuries (nothing

to do with the famous Apache)! He works with

his two brothers and they harvest the grapes at night

to ensure the wine is as crisp and fresh as possible.

This zippy Spanish white is made from Verdejo and is one to woo Sauvignon Blanc fans.

It is moreishly refreshing with tangy grapefruit and

yellow apple flavours making it the perfect apperitif.

Made by Javier Herrero Vedel, the vines are grown on ancient vineyards that

were tended by the Jeronimo monks for centuries (nothing

to do with the famous Apache)! He works with

his two brothers and they harvest the grapes at night

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BLANCO NIEVA 2014Rueda DO, SpainVerdejo

“Textbook Rueda with its pithy grapefruit and light pears. It is not too aromatic, a good thing in my book, and the fruit is crisp and stylish.” John Wilson, The Irish Times

CHATEAU DES EYSSARDS 2014Bergerac Sec, FranceSauvignon Blanc, Semillon

“Bergerac, lying just outside the confi nes of Bordeaux, can offer some great value wines. The Chateau des Eyssards is a perfect example, with fl oral grassy aromas, light green fruits on a racy but stylish centre-palate, fi nishing dry. Great by itself or with lighter fi sh and seafood.”John Wilson, The Irish Times

BALESTRI VALDA 2014Soave Classico DOC, ItalyGarganega, Trebbiano

“Perfumed pear-drops aroma follows with pear and lemon fl avours in an oily, waxy texture. Classic soave. Match with chicken fried rice with ginger and scallions.” Liam Campbell, The Irish Independent

SAN SIMONE RONDOVER ROSSO 2013Delle Venezie IGT, ItalyCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Refosco Intense ruby red wine with an earthy and perfumed nose. Charming fruit-of-the-forest fl avours and a bitter-sweet character dominate the palate before fi nishing wonderfully dry and long.

CHATEAU DES EYSSARDS CUVEE PRESTIGE 2011Bergerac Rouge A/C, FranceMerlot, Cabernet Franc

“Stunning value...this Bergerac is a silky Merlot/Cabernet Blend with oak seasoning. It’s voluptuous, stylish and seductive.” Tom Doorley, The Irish Daily Mail

GUERINDA TRES PARTES TINTO ROBLE 2013Navarra DO, SpainGrenache

Herbs and violets on the nose. Silky smooth, well integrated tannins hint at the quality of winemaking. Beautiful spice and voluptuous red fruits confi rm it. Shows what Garnacha can do.

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winter harvestStock your winter store with this delicious selection that showcases two of our favourite traits in a wine; quality and

value. The whites include French Sauvignon Blanc, Spanish Verdejo and a charming Italian Soave. Not to be outdone, the reds feature a cherry bright Grenache from Spain, a smooth blend from Northern Italy and a classic Merlot/

Cabernet blend from Bergerac.

“Textbook Rueda with its pithy grapefruit and light pears.”BLANCO NIEVA - JOHN WILSON, THE IRISH TIMES

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Winemaker Irene Paiva is one of many pioneering women that

we’re fortunate to work with. She achieves charismatic wines with ease in the Lontue Valley, a premium region for much of Chile’s best known wines. The Korta estate benefits from the

meandering Lontue River as it trickles its way down the Andes towards the Pacific Ocean. This

is vital in a region which has only trace amounts of rainfall. Irene’s vineyards are uniquely

protected from harsher elements by a coastal range to the west and the Andes to the

east which helps her achieve a really ripe, zesty Sauvignon.

Winemaker Irene Paiva is one of many pioneering women that

we’re fortunate to work with. She achieves charismatic wines with ease in the Lontue Valley, a premium region for much of Chile’s best known wines. The Korta estate benefits from the

meandering Lontue River as it trickles its way down the Andes towards the Pacific Ocean. This

is vital in a region which has only trace amounts of rainfall. Irene’s vineyards are uniquely

protected from harsher

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Mark Lloyd is one of the most experimental winemakers

we’ve come across. He began planting Italian varieties in the

mid-80s having spent much of his time studying the ancient

winemaking techniques in Tuscany and Piedmont. The great grapes of France were his next challenge and Mark

is one of the Chenin Blanc pioneers in Australia. On the

day we first arrived at Coriole, Mark’s team had just begun harvesting the Chenin and they were picking by hand

in the cool evenings to help preserve fruit freshness.

Mark Lloyd is one of the most experimental winemakers

we’ve come across. He began planting Italian varieties in the

mid-80s having spent much of his time studying the ancient

winemaking techniques in Tuscany and Piedmont. The great grapes of France were his next challenge and Mark

is one of the Chenin Blanc pioneers in Australia. On the

day we first arrived at Coriole, Mark’s team had just begun harvesting the Chenin and they were picking by hand

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ALKOOMI 2012Frankland River, AustraliaCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Soft and smooth, redolent with aromas of cassis, blueberry, and savoury cigar box; drinking well now although will gain complexity over the next three to fi ve years.

CRIOS TORRONTES 2014Valle de Cafayate, ArgentinaTorrontes

“Torrontés is a uniquely Argentinean grape, white with some Muscat lodged in its ancestry somewhere. It has Muscat’s spiciness with a bit of extra-scented rose petal. It’s as seductive as it sounds in this example, fermented quite dry, enjoying a zippy backbone. It can age up to a decade.” Tom Doorley, The Irish Daily Mail

KORTA RESERVA CARMENERE 2013Lontue Valley, ChileCarmenere

A wonderfully ripe and expressive example of Chile’s signature varietal. Smokey, rich, and spicy with some earthy notes amidst the cherry fl avours.

CRIOS MALBEC 2013Mendoza, ArgentinaMalbec

“Leafy, peppery, fl oral. Mashed cherries. Good fruit juice core, spicy breadth, persistent and appealing. Dense currant and cassis on the nose. Characteristic and interesting.” Gold Medal, Argentina Wine Awards

KORTA FOR TWO 2014Lontue Valley, ChileSauvignon Blanc

This Sauvignon Blanc from Chile has a light straw colour with fresh melon aromas. Vibrant palate full of ripe citrus fruits. A crisp and zingy Sauvignon Blanc with a long, refreshing fi nish. A great crowd pleasing white wine!

CORIOLE 2013McLaren Vale, AustraliaChenin Blanc “McLaren Vale is better known for its rich reds (eg. GSM) than Chenin Blanc but the grape has in fact a long history in the region. This has a lovely intensity of ripe fruit cut by searing crisp acidity - the two things that make Chenin such a star in the vineyards of Vouvray in the Loire and, it seems, in South Australia.”Leslie Williams, The Irish Examiner

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South America is often caricatured by its brash

machismo but Susana Balbo’s nuanced and dextrously

made wines stand out from a male milieu. It would not

be overstating it to say that she is the Queen of Malbec in

Argentina, a nickname earned over years of progressive and

determined winemaking. This has imbibed her wines with a quality that sets it apart from

many New World wines and we have yet to come across a mouthful better than her

Malbec with a juicy chunk of juicy steak.

South America is often South America is often caricatured by its brash

machismo but Susana Balbo’s nuanced and dextrously

made wines stand out from a male milieu. It would not

be overstating it to say that she is the Queen of Malbec in

Argentina, a nickname earned over years of progressive and

determined winemaking. This has imbibed her wines with a quality that sets it apart from

many New World wines and we have yet to come across

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A Christmas Voyage Set sail for southern seas with this Southern Hemisphere selection. It showcases the strengths of the New World with bold

Argentine Malbec, juicy Australian Cabernet/Merlot and the mighty Chilean Carménère in the red corner. In the white corner, tropical Sauvignon Blanc, fl oral Chenin Blanc and aromatic Torrontes are the perfect whites to climb aboard with.

“Lovely intensity of ripe fruit cut by searing crisp acidity.”

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The Douro Valley in Portugal is one of the most improbable regions for grape growing in

the wold. Sheer cliffs overlook the sleepy river as it cuts its

way from Spain to the Atlantic and soils of crumbling, flaky

schist withstand tortuously hot summers and skin-cracking

winters. Clinging to the valley sides at gasp-inducing angles

is the stunning vineyard of Quinta do Crasto, run by the

Roquette family. However, it is not for the view that we chose

their wines. Your first sip of their intense wines will give

you the real reason.

Mi���� Ro���� �The Douro Valley in Portugal is one of the most improbable regions for grape growing in

the wold. Sheer cliffs overlook the sleepy river as it cuts its

way from Spain to the Atlantic and soils of crumbling, flaky

schist withstand tortuously hot summers and skin-cracking

winters. Clinging to the valley sides at gasp-inducing angles

is the stunning vineyard of Quinta do Crasto, run by the

Roquette family. However, it is not for the view that we chose

Mi���� Ro���� �

The rolling hills of Abruzzo, protected by the Apennines

to the west and influenced by the Adriatic breezes from the

east, combine to create the perfect microclimate for a juicy,

bittersweet style of red such as this. It is made by Federica

Morricone on her stunning vineyard deep in the Teramo

hills. The wine’s generous body is thanks to 20 days resting on the skins during fermentation

and it doesn’t see a splinter of oak in its creation, making it a very accessible and fruit-

forward wine. Federica is one of our newest winemakers but already her wines have found

lots of fans in Ireland.

The rolling hills of Abruzzo, protected by the Apennines

to the west and influenced by the Adriatic breezes from the

east, combine to create the perfect microclimate for a juicy,

bittersweet style of red such as this. It is made by Federica

Morricone on her stunning vineyard deep in the Teramo

hills. The wine’s generous body is thanks to 20 days resting on the skins during fermentation

and it doesn’t see a splinter of oak in its creation, making

Fe���ic� M�r�ic���

Laguardia in Rioja is a beautiful hilltop town

surrounded by ancient stone walls that were used to defend

the historic kingdom of Navarra. As Carlos showed

us around his home town it became apparent that he was known and respected by the

locals. A nod of the head here, a demonstrative greeting

there; we wondered how he could be so well known. When we visited the local tapas bars

and restaurants we soon found out though. Carlos’ Riojas

were in all of them!

Laguardia in Rioja is a beautiful hilltop town

surrounded by ancient stone walls that were used to defend

the historic kingdom of Navarra. As Carlos showed

us around his home town it became apparent that he was known and respected by the

locals. A nod of the head here, a demonstrative greeting

there; we wondered how he could be so well known. When we visited the local tapas bars

and restaurants we soon found out though. Carlos’ Riojas

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CRASTO 2014Douro DOC, PortugalTinta Barroca, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz

“Fragrant fl oral nose, with a hint of spice. Well-made, rounded wine, easy-drinking in the very best sense, offering a keen quality to price ratio.” Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times

CRASTO DOURO WHITE 2014Douro DOC, PortugalGouveio, Roupeiro, Cercial

“A revelation, made in the Douro (port country) from endemic grapes, this is a Portuguese white of real elegance, depth and freshness. Crisp, minerally and stylish.” Tom Doorley, The Irish Daily Mail

VINA CONSTANTINA CRIANZA 2011Rioja DO, SpainTempranillo

“This is the very antithesis of a big brand Rioja, very deliberately made in the traditional way which means more fl avour and complexity. Lovely deep colour, plenty of spicy American oak apparent on the nose and a generous wallop of smooth Tempranillo on the palate.” Tom Doorley, The Irish Daily Mail

GUERINDA LA BLANCA 2013Navarra DO, SpainChardonnay “Succulent sweet tropical fruit nose, ditto palate, lemon curd taste and texture, good length.”Raymond Blake, Food and Wine Magazine

VILLAMEDORO 2012Abruzzo DOC, ItalyMontepulciano

“Montepulciano is the workhorse red grape of Abruzzo, Marches, Molise and much of Central and Southern Italy. It can be rather light and insubstantial or a rich and juicy crowd-pleaser such as this example which has supple tannins, fl eshy plum-fl avoured fruit and touches of spice and smoke.”Leslie Williams, The Irish Examiner

BIDOLI 2014Grave del Friuli DOC, ItalyPinot Grigio

Pear and apple aromas dominate the nose which echoes the lively tangy freshness of the well balanced palate. Its good length mixes well with the refreshing fruit.

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“...fl eshy plum-fl avoured fruit and touches of spice and smoke.”VILLAMEDORO - LESLIE WILLIAMS, THE IRISH EXAMINER

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Wairarapa gets its name from a Maori word meaning “glistening

waters” after the suitably shimmering lake that lies at the

heart of the region. This is where we discovered Paddy Borthwick, the rather rugged sheep farmer

who swapped the staff for the vine when he was in his 20s.

He left home to study oenology in Australia before becoming a

travelling winemaker working in some of the world’s finest wine

regions. In Burgundy he fell in love with Pinot Noir and he returned

home to put his study into practice. The results are award-winning.

Wairarapa gets its name from a Maori word meaning “glistening

waters” after the suitably shimmering lake that lies at the

heart of the region. This is where we discovered Paddy Borthwick, the rather rugged sheep farmer

who swapped the staff for the vine when he was in his 20s.

He left home to study oenology in Australia before becoming a

travelling winemaker working in some of the world’s finest wine

regions. In Burgundy he fell in love

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As the brains behind Four Sisters and Tahbilk, Alister Purbrick is one of the best

known winemakers in Australia. The former is one of the

country’s most famous labels while Tahbilk is one of its most historic, a beautiful old winery

in the Nagambie Lakes region of Victoria. The property comprises

lands of rich river flats along the Goulburn River and a maze

of permanent backwaters and creeks. The name ‘Tahbilk’, rather appropriately, is the

Aboriginal term for ‘place of many waterholes’.

As the brains behind Four Sisters and Tahbilk, Alister Purbrick is one of the best

known winemakers in Australia. The former is one of the

country’s most famous labels while Tahbilk is one of its most historic, a beautiful old winery

in the Nagambie Lakes region of Victoria. The property comprises

lands of rich river flats along the Goulburn River and a maze

of permanent backwaters and creeks. The name ‘Tahbilk’, rather appropriately, is the

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Western Australia is the final frontier of grape growing

in the land down under. Here, Sandy and Rod Hallett

represent the pioneers of Wild West winemaking. The Alkoomi

winery is miles from any town or village at the Southern tip

of Western Australia. It is a beautiful part of the world, surrounded by natural and

undisturbed forests that have yet to be discovered by the

backpacking fraternity. When we visited them for the first

time, we really got a sense of place as we passed a sign

that ushered us into “the last restaurant before Antarctica”!

Western Australia is the final frontier of grape growing

in the land down under. Here, Sandy and Rod Hallett

represent the pioneers of Wild West winemaking. The Alkoomi

winery is miles from any town or village at the Southern tip

of Western Australia. It is a beautiful part of the world, surrounded by natural and

undisturbed forests that have yet to be discovered by the

backpacking fraternity. When we visited them for the first

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PADDY BORTHWICK 2013Wairarapa, New ZealandRiesling

“Aromatic and evolving into a mature oily character with lime and citrus, and a zesty fi nish. Perfect with fi rey samosas stuffed with chickpeas, lentils and chillies.” Liam Campbell, The Irish Independent

BENMARCO 2013Mendoza, ArgentinaMalbec

A deep, dark, classic Malbec bursting with black cherry and black-berry fl avours alongside subtle traces of cocoa. Aromas of new leather and violets tempt you to delve deeper.

TAHBILK 2014Nagambie Lakes, AustraliaViognier

A bold and aromatic white with a distinctive Rhône Valley feel. Heady aromas of honeysuckle and cinnamon spice entice and the palate rewards with a silky texture, exuberant apricot and balancing acidity. Exciting and refreshing.

PADDY BORTHWICK ‘PAPER ROAD’ 2014Wairarapa, New ZealandPinot Noir “Aroma of rose petals on the nose. On the palate, delicacy and harmony from strawberry and raspberry.” Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times

ALKOOMI 2012Frankland River, AustrtaliaSauvignon Blanc “Estate-grown grapes are picked at varying levels of maturity to add complexity to a wine that sees no oak and is early bottled. As befi ts a wine with a preponderance of Semillon, grassy/lemony characters drive the bouquet and palate, which has considerable generosity and length.”James Halliday

CORIOLE REDSTONE 2012McLaren Vale, AustraliaShiraz

“A glorious McLaren Vale Shiraz with a great deal of Australian sunshine in the taste but with proper structure too. This is a poised red, not a wallowing monster and the oak is subtle, restrained and a seasoning rather than a theme.” Tom Doorley, Irish Daily Mail

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Winter Sun While the weather outside may be frightful, this complete selection from the Southern Hemisphere will bring the

winter sun to your home. Regular customers will recognise some of the great winemakers from Australia, New Zealand and Argentina and these award winning wines make a luxurious festive treat.

“Aromatic and evolving into a mature oily character with lime and citrus...”PADDY BORTHWICK RIESLING - LIAM CAMPBELL, THE IRISH INDEPENDENT

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CHRISTMAS DAY SURVIVAL KITFrom that fi rst heady glass of bubbly to those lingering sips of port, this tailored and exclusive collection will make it a Christmas day to remember. A simply outstanding collection of diverse wines to compliment the biggest dining event of the year. There’s a stunning Cava that will get glasses clinking, a luxurious Ruby Port to sip by the fi re and four fi ne

French wines to match each Christmassy course in between.

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It’s a tight knit family affair at this small, rural winery with husband and wife Patrick and Nathalie joined by their son, Pierre. Like all of our winemakers, their ideology is minimal interference in the winemaking process, letting the natural influences of the soil and climate in the Mâcon come shining through their wines. They use natural yeasts only and practice viticulture raisonée which means they adopt environmentally sustainable techniques on the land.

It’s a tight knit family affair at this small, rural winery with husband and wife Patrick and Nathalie joined by their son, Pierre. Like all of our winemakers, their ideology is minimal interference in the winemaking process, letting the natural influences of the soil and climate in the Mâcon come shining through their wines. They use natural yeasts only and practice raisonée environmentally sustainable techniques on the land.

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CHATEAU SAINTE-MARIE ALIOS 2012Cotes de Bordeaux A/C, France

Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot

“From a classic blend of Merlot, Cabernet and Petit Verdot, this is a supple, ripe wine with lightly spicy blackcurrant and cassis.”

John Wilson, The Irish Times

DOMAINE DE LA TREILLE 2014Fleurie A/C, France

Gamay

“The cheapest in the tasting was also the most rounded with lovely clean cherry fruit.”

Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times

DOMAINE DE NANCELLE 2014Macon Villages A/C, France

Chardonnay (unoaked)

“A Chardonnay with all the lively acidity of Burgundy. Elegant, crisp, fresh with a hint of honey but very dry. A proper white wine

for food.”Tom Doorley, The Irish Daily Mail

CARLES ANDREU CAVA BRUT RESERVA NVConca de Barbera, Spain

Parellada, Macabeu

“With closed eyes this smells like a rosé, with berry or cherry fruit backed up by a fresh palate, with a citrus twist on the fi nish.“

Martin Moran (MW), The Sunday Times

CHATEAU THIEULEY CUVEE BLANC 2014Bordeaux A/C, France

Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc

“Dry white Bordeaux improves each vintage and new winemakers such as Francis Courselle’s daughters Sylvie and Marie are

well aware of its winning style. I’d much rather have this zesty, greengage-charged, dry wine as a festive apéritif, or great smoked

salmon or seafood partner.”Jane Macquitty’s 100 Best Winter Wines, The Times

QUINTA DO CRASTO FINEST RUBY RESERVE PORT NVDouro, Portugal

Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional

This is a very elegant, fresh Port wine. Another great fi nd from Portugal.

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Stéphane Dupuch has a warmth and friendliness that is sometimes missing amongst the Bordeaux wine glitterati. His exuberance and passion is transmitted into every bottle and the pride he has in his work is evidenced by the fact that he happily shares his winemaking techniques with wine lovers where ever he goes. His drive for quality is ceaseless. If he feels the harvest has not produced good enough quality grapes, he sells them to local cooperatives and refuses to use them for Château Sainte Marie wine.

Stéphane Dupuch has a warmth and friendliness that is sometimes missing amongst the Bordeaux wine glitterati. His exuberance and passion is transmitted into every bottle and the pride he has in his work is evidenced by the fact that he happily shares his winemaking techniques with wine lovers where ever he goes. His drive for quality is ceaseless. If he feels the harvest has not produced good enough quality grapes, he sells them to local cooperatives and refuses to use them for

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Fleurie is the land of fruity, fragrant Gamay par excellence, and it is one of the ten cru villages in Beaujolais. The Gauthier family produce this delicious example, swirling with strawberry and redcurrant flavours. Father and son combine on the gently sloping south/southeast facing vineyards, which provide ideal growing conditions. The Domaine has been in the family for 3 generations, and some of the vines are 50 years old. The viticulture is environmentally friendly, thus protecting the soil. The benefits of this can be tasted in their sumptuous wines.

fragrant Gamay par excellence, and it is one of the ten cru villages in Beaujolais. The Gauthier family produce this delicious example, swirling with strawberry and redcurrant flavours. Father and son combine on the gently sloping south/southeast facing vineyards, which provide ideal growing conditions. The Domaine has been in the family for 3 generations, and some of the vines are 50 years old. The viticulture is environmentally friendly, thus protecting the soil. The benefits of this can be tasted in their sumptuous wines.

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A happy chef makes for a happy meal.

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tHE FRENCH fIRESIDE Add some French fl air to your festivities with this distinguished sextet of wines. There are plenty of famous names to keep the choosiest of guests in good spirits, including Bordeaux, Rhône Valley, Chablis and the Loire. Completing the

case is a luscious Languedoc red that we recommend you keep for yourself!

“...more succulent, less austere style, and is approaching Premier Cru quality”DOMAINE SEGUINOT BORDET - TOMAS CLANCY, THE SUNDAY BUSINESS POST

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Having met Pierre Clavel many times now, we can see where the wine gets its personality from. His smiling eyes and shock of white hair belie his fiery, intense character. A fervent environmentalist, he has banned chemicals completely from his land. Garrigue is a low-lying scrubland typical of South France with thyme, lavender and rosemary among the common vegetation. As a result, Les Garrigues is one of those great, characterful, southern reds that wears its heart on its sleeve and is brim-full of fragrance and flavour from first sip to last.

times now, we can see where the wine gets its personality from. His smiling eyes and shock of white hair belie his fiery, intense character. A fervent environmentalist, he has banned chemicals completely from his land. Garrigue is a low-lying scrubland typical of South France with thyme, lavender and rosemary among the common vegetation. As a result, Les Garrigues is one of those great, characterful, southern reds that wears its heart on its sleeve and is brim-full of fragrance and

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DOMAINE RICARD LE PETIOT 2014Touraine A/C, France

Sauvignon Blanc

“Grassy with a touch of lime; soft palate balanced by vibrant, crunchy fruit.”

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DOMAINE CHARAVIN RASTEAU 2012Cotes du Rhone Villages A/C, France

Carignan, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah

“Powerful, foursquare ripe forest fruits with plenty of chewy tannins. One to savour with robust red meat dishes.”

John Wilson, The Irish Times

CHATEAU SAINTE-MARIE 2014Entre-Deux-Mers A/C, France

Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc

“A delicious modern style of Bordeaux with lightly creamy cassis

fruits and a smooth easy fi nish.”John Wilson, The Irish Times

DOMAINE SEGUINOT BORDET 2014Chablis A/C, France

Chardonnay

”This gorgeous wine is made by the youthful Jean-Francois Bordet in a more succulent, less austere style, and is approaching Premier

Cru Quality.“Tomás Clancy, The Sunday Business Post

DOMAINE CLAVEL LES GARRIGUES 2013Coteaux du Languedoc A/C, France

Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre

“Tobacco leaf and liquorice with smooth warming savoury fruits.”John Wilson, The Irish Times

CHATEAU MORIN 2011Saint Estèphe A/C, France

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

“A touch muted on the nose, but it soon opens up to reveal relaxed plum and blackberry fl avours with hints of cedar and spice.

Well made and very good value for money.” Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times

For an introduction to the big, bold and luxurious side of the Rhône, look no further than Didier Charavin’s hand-crafted gems. Didier took over the reins of this small family winery from his dad in 1985. Up until that point, all the grapes were sold to the neighbouring co-operative in the village of Rasteau. Didier began to make his own wine and hired a mobile bottling unit so he could bottle it on-site himself. Thus Domaine Didier Charavin was born and he remains proudly independent to this day.

For an introduction to the big, bold and luxurious side of the Rhône, look no further than Didier Charavin’s hand-crafted gems. Didier took over the reins of this small family winery from his dad in 1985. Up until that point, all the grapes were sold to the neighbouring co-operative in the village of Rasteau. Didier began to make his own wine and hired a mobile bottling unit so he could bottle it on-site himself. Thus Domaine Didier Charavin was born and he remains proudly

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The cheeky Vincent stands out most prominently in the often overlooked region of Touraine. His willingness to limit yields and tend vines with meticulous care has been fundamental to his success. The results of practices like manual removal of weeds from the foot of each plant and strict avoidance of chemical herbicides and pesticides are readily apparent in his wines. They offer a great example of how the personality of a winemaker can find its way into your glass!

The cheeky Vincent stands out most prominently in the often overlooked region of Touraine. His willingness to limit yields and tend vines with meticulous care has been fundamental to his success. The results of practices like manual removal of weeds from the foot of each plant and strict avoidance of chemical herbicides and pesticides are readily apparent in his wines. They offer a great example of how the personality of a winemaker can find its way into your glass!

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Guests over for Christmas? Keep them out of your

hair (and the kitchen) while the big meal is being

prepared by serving simple canapés with sparkling

wine. Goat’s cheese and cranberry tartlets are

a personal favourite that will keep the hungry

hordes at bay.

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A Winemaker’s Christmas This carefully considered collection shows France doesn’t have a monopoly on the world’s fi ne wines.

Spain and Italy show off their luxurious side with six classic wines, including Rioja, Albariño, Barbera, Valpolicella, Gavi and the most awarded Pinot Grigio on our list. As the silly season swirls into full fl ight, you can sit back and

indulge in the fi nest of company!

“...pear fruit on the nose leads to an attractive creamy texture...”BROGLIA ‘LA MEIRANA - MARTIN MORAN (MW), THE SUNDAY TIMES

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What's in the Case?With his cravat, designer shoes, and well pressed shirt, Giorgio Colutta cuts quite the dapper figure amongst his peers. But his well-dressed façade is just that, a façade that belies his hands-on, muck-in approach to winemaking. We’ve been sourcing his wine for years as it is widely regarded as one of the top Pinot Grigios in the country. The grapes are handpicked and sorted, resulting in a white of extraordinary quality and far removed from the many bland offerings in the supermarkets.

With his cravat, designer shoes, and well pressed shirt, Giorgio Colutta cuts quite the dapper figure amongst his peers. But his well-dressed façade is just that, a façade that belies his hands-on, muck-in approach to winemaking. We’ve been sourcing his wine for years as it is widely regarded as one of the top Pinot Grigios in the country. The grapes are handpicked and sorted, resulting in a white of extraordinary quality and far removed from the many bland

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RONDAN RESERVA 2009Rioja DO, Spain

Tempranillo

“Classic stewed berries with liquorice and vanilla with a woody

fi nish. At peak now.”Liam Campbell, The Irish Independent

BERA BARBERA D’ALBA DOC 2014D’Alba DOC, Italy

Barbera

“If Nebbiolo is the Queen of Piedmont Barbera is the Princess. This has impressive perfumed dark fruits and an solid fruit-driven

fl avour.”Leslie Williams, The Irish Examiner

BROGLIA GAVI DE GAVI ‘LA MEIRANA’ 2014Gavi de Gavi DOC, Italy

Cortese

“Williams pear fruit on the nose leads to an attractive creamy texture and a lemon-zest fi nish.”

Martin Moran (MW), The Sunday Times

BODEGAS FILLABOA 2014Rías Baixas DO, Spain

Albarino

“The vineyards are a single estate, with varying soils and parcels. The attention to detail is meticulous, from handpicking to the pris-tine elegance of their cellars. The wine is gloriously complex, fruity

and even spicy on the nose, then green and crisp with a hint of lime generosity, before brightening and lifting to a lip-smacking fi nish.”

Tomás Clancy, Sunday Business Post

PIER PAOLO ANTOLINI RIPASSO 2013Valpolicella Classico, Italy

Rondinella, Corvinone, Corvina Veronese, Molinara

This Italian Ripasso is simply stunning! There are delightful aromas of ripe cherries, burnt strawberries and chocolate. The palate is

very seductive, smooth yet mouth-fi lling while the fi nish is fresh and long in this stylish red.

COLUTTA 2014Friuli Grave DOC, Italy

Pinot Grigio

“Pinot Grigio can be almost anything, from a pale water nonentity to a zesty, fl avoursome mouthful. This is the latter, with fresh apple

and citrus notes and a long cleansing fi nish.”Mary Dowey

Father and son team Valter and Umberto Bera create their critically acclaimed Barbera wines close to the famous wine village of Alba. Their secluded vineyard on a small plot of land is a long way from the large factory wineries we passed on the way from Milan on our last trip. A deep ruby colour with low tannins and high acidity are the hallmarks of an appealing, food friendly Barbera red and the Bera family achieve exactly this, vintage after vintage.

Father and son team Valter and Umberto Bera create their critically acclaimed Barbera wines close to the famous wine village of Alba. Their secluded vineyard on a small plot of land is a long way from the large factory wineries we passed on the way from Milan on our last trip. A deep ruby colour with low tannins and high acidity are the hallmarks of an appealing, food friendly Barbera red and the Bera family achieve exactly this,

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Bodegas Fillaboa is one of the only vineyards in the region which is enclosed by stone walls giving it a Burgundian feel and when you stand on one of its misty green hilltops you can see right down to the River Miño which carves the meandering border between Spain and Portugal. And all down the hillside, Masaveu’s vines stand proudly against the strangely Connemara-like landscape. It is from these vines that this stunning, award-winning wine hails from. If you feel like shirking the turkey this year, it’s a classic seafood white too!

Bodegas Fillaboa is one of the only vineyards in the region which is enclosed by stone walls giving it a Burgundian feel and when you stand on one of its misty green hilltops you can see right down to the River Miño which carves the meandering border between Spain and Portugal. And all down the hillside, Masaveu’s vines stand proudly against the strangely Connemara-like landscape. It is from these vines that this stunning, award-winning wine hails from. If you feel like

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Christmas Classics Bordeaux, Burgundy, Sancerre and Beaujolais; these are just some of the names that bring all their class and prestige

to bear in this stellar selection. With some age-worthy gems in the mix, this is a case that can provide immense pleasure long after the decorations have been tucked away for another year…that is if you can wait that long!

“This has some class and style...”DOMAINE DE MONTVAC ‘CUVEE VINCILA’ - RAYMOND BLAKE, FOOD AND WINE MAGAZINE

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The Bret Brothers need little introduction to Burgundy fans. What has caught the wine world’s attention, aside from the quality of their wines, is the type of plots they choose and how they farm them. They only select parcels of old vines (+50 years) farmed by organic growers. The plots are small (less than one acre) and the brothers make wine from each plot separately. This means there are only 900 to 4000 bottles of each wine produced per year, making them ‘micro-cuvées’ and highly sought after ones at that.

introduction to Burgundy fans. What has caught the wine world’s attention, aside from the quality of their wines, is the type of plots they choose and how they farm them. They only select parcels of old vines (+50 years) farmed by organic growers. The plots are small (less than one acre) and the brothers make wine from each plot separately. This means there are only 900 to 4000 bottles of each wine produced per year, making them ‘micro-cuvées’ and highly sought after

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BRET BROTHERS ‘LA MARTINE’ 2013Macon Uchizy A/C, France

Chardonnay

“If you want to show depth of adventure at the dinner table, then Mâcon-Uchizy is your companion, here in its most opulent form in this hand-picked, totally barrel-fermented and aged Chardonnay.

Creamy, hazelnut and caramel tinged, crisply fi nishing delight.” Tomás Clancy, The Sunday Business Post

DOMAINE DE MONTVAC ‘CUVEE VINCILA’ 2011Vacqueyras A/C, France

Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah

“This has some class and style, not just a great whack of plump fruit.”

Raymond Blake, Food and Wine Magazine

CHÂTEAU DE MALLE 2011Graves A/C, France

Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc

A white wine with aromas of tropical fruit and remarkable power that ends with citrus fl avours typical of Sauvignon Blanc.

DOMAINE TATRAUX JEAN & FILS GIVRY 1ER CRU ‘CLOS JUS’ 2013

Givry, FrancePinot Noir

A classic savoury Burgundy Pinot from the Cote Chalonnaise.

Aromas to look out for include forest fl oor and nutmeg. Its powerful strawberries and red-cherries are bolstered by languid,

silky tannins with a lingering fi nish.

CHATEAU TOUR DU PAS ST GEORGES 2010St Georges St Emilion A/C, France

Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc

“Fresh and elegant nose, some creamy oak. Complex palate, spice

and red fruit characters, a very enjoyable satellite Saint-Emilion.”

Decanter

DOMAINE SERGE LALOUE 2014Sancerre A/C, France

Sauvignon Blanc

“A worthy junior partner to the wonderful Cuvée Silex. Substantial, elegant, lovely lime and cox apple fruit with an extended fi nish.”

Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times

This husband and wife team have been making wine together for longer than they’ve been married. Cécile is the chief winemaker for Domaine de Montvac and Jean has his own label, Domaine des Éspiers. When we asked if there was competition between them, Jean shrugged but Cécile declared “yes, and mine are better!” Hate to say it Jean, but she may be right. This Vacqueyras has all the qualities of a fine Châteauneuf-du-Pape, without the papal price of that famous wine. A real winter warmer.

This husband and wife team have been making wine together for longer than they’ve been married. Cécile is the chief winemaker for Domaine de Montvac and Jean has his own label, Domaine des Éspiers. When we asked if there was competition between them, Jean shrugged but Cécile declared “yes, and mine are better!” Hate to say it Jean, but she may be right. This Vacqueyras has all the qualities of a fine Châteauneuf-du-Pape, without the papal price of that famous

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St. Georges is the most prestigeous satellite of St. Émilion and Chateau Tour du Pas is considered by many to be the flagship wine of the area. Pascal Delbeck took over this organic estate from Madame Dubois-Challon, and he brought with him his fine winemaking pedigree. Pascal was winemaker at the famous Château Bel Air premier cru classé St. Émilion before politics and French heritage laws meant he had to move. As a result, what we get here is the zenith of Bordeaux craftsmanship from a much less expensive property.

St. Georges is the most prestigeous satellite of St. Émilion and Chateau Tour du Pas is considered by many to be the flagship wine of the area. Pascal Delbeck took over this organic estate from Madame Dubois-Challon, and he brought with him his fine winemaking pedigree. Pascal was winemaker at the famous Château Bel Air premier cru classé St. Émilion before politics and French heritage laws meant he had to move. As a result, what we get here is the zenith of Bordeaux craftsmanship from a much less

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Danielle Meunier, or ‘Madame’ as admirers address her, is the winemaker and oenologist of this Saint Emilion Grand Cru Vineyard. It sits on the Saint Emilion plateau between the famous vineyards of Château Cheval Blanc and Château Figeac. While we appreciate the wines of these great houses, we don’t just want to pay for labels. We want to bring the best of Bordeaux to you but not the exorbitant price tags associated with it. Once we met the meticulous Madame, walked her vineyard and tasted her Grand Cru wine, we knew we’d found a smart buy.

Danielle Meunier, or ‘Madame’ as admirers address her, is the winemaker and oenologist of this Saint Emilion Grand Cru Vineyard. It sits on the Saint Emilion plateau between the famous vineyards of Château Cheval Blanc and Château Figeac. While we appreciate the wines of these great houses, we don’t just want to pay for labels. We want to bring the best of Bordeaux to you but not the exorbitant price tags associated with it. Once we met the meticulous Madame, walked her vineyard and tasted her

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LA CRAU DE MA MERE 2012Chateauneuf-du-Pape A/C, France

Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre

“This wine comes from La Crau, a famed vineyard in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. The blend is dominated by 65 per cent Grenache from

8-year-old vines. Syrah and Mourvedre make up the balance, giving wines of intense tar and spice, with touches of violets among the

aniseed and crushed black fruits.”Tomás Clancy, The Sunday Business Post

DOMAINE CHRISTIAN MOREAU 2014Chablis A/C, France

Chardonnay

“The family here makes this beautiful, typical Chablis from classical vineyards. A superb benchmark for Chablis’ rehabilitation.”

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CHATEAU HAUT-SEGOTTES 2008Saint Emilion Grand Cru A/C, France

Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon

“Plenty of substance and texture here, good depth and balance leads on to a long fi nish.”

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CHARPENTIER BRUT RESERVE NVChampagne A/C, France

Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir

“There is seductive champagne throughout the Charpentier range produced in the Marne Valley. Of the three supplied for our tasting,

this was the best. Complex and classy.” Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times

DOMAINE THEULOT JUILLOT ‘LA CAILLOUTE’ 2013Mercurey 1er Cru A/C, France

Pinot Noir

“Sweet fruit on the nose, good intensity on the palate, some exotic

notes, clean and fresh, good length.” Raymond Blake, Food and Wine Magazine

DOMAINE MASSON-BLONDELET ‘VILLA PAULAS’ 2014Pouilly Fume A/C, France

Sauvignon Blanc

“Garden perfume of elderfl owers and freshly bruised basil and mint leaves. A pretty and feminine Sauvignon Blanc with a citrus streaky

and typical pithy and crunchy green-apple character.”Liam Campbell, The Irish Independent

The Côtes d’Or in Burgundy may be the focal point of famous names and expensive Grand Crus but further south, the village of Mercurey in the Côte Chalonnaise has plenty to offer the astute Burgundy fan. This is where we meet Emile Juillot and Nathalie Theulot, the welcoming husband-and-wife team making fine Pinot Noir and Chardonnay at appealing prices. Their ‘La Cailloute’ is a Pinot Noir that comes from one of the few remaining monopoles in Burgundy, making it a deliciously rare find.

The Côtes d’Or in Burgundy may be the focal point of famous names and expensive Grand Crus but further south, the village of Mercurey in the Côte Chalonnaise has plenty to offer the astute Burgundy fan. This is where we meet Emile Juillot and Nathalie Theulot, the welcoming husband-and-wife team making fine Pinot Noir and Chardonnay at appealing prices. Their ‘La Cailloute’ is a Pinot Noir that comes from one of the few remaining monopoles in Burgundy, making it a deliciously rare find.

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Picturesque Chablis village with its Romanesque towers and quiet, narrow streets is the home of Christian Moreau and his son Fabien. The domaine is one of the most renowned in the area and their grand cru vineyards look down on the village from the fabled southwest facing slopes above the town. They firmly believe in wines of provenance, that not only represent Chablis, but specific hillsides too. Since recovering the family vineyard they have attained international acclaim and their wines are hailed for their depth and quality.

quiet, narrow streets is the home of Christian Moreau and his son Fabien. The domaine is one of the most renowned in the area and their grand cru vineyards look down on the village from the fabled southwest facing slopes above the town. They firmly believe in wines of provenance, that not only represent Chablis, but specific hillsides too. Since recovering the family vineyard they have attained international acclaim and their wines are hailed for their depth and quality.

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3X BODEGAS LANGA | 2014Calatayud DO, SpainChardonnayAn intense and complex aroma with generous ripe white fruits, grapefruit, pineapple and nuts. Well balanced Chardonnay from Spain, with light acidity that gives freshness. A long and pleasant fi nish.

3X SANTA MARIA | 2014Rioja DO, SpainTempranilloThis Spanish Tempranillo has powerful red fruit and blackberry aromas with a delightful lingering fi nish.

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3X DOMAINE DE MILLET | 2014Vin de Pays des Cotes de Gascogne, FranceMerlotAromas of dark cherry and spice. Ripe, round tannins give this red wine a smooth velvety fi nish.

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3X SAN SIMONE | 2014Friuli Grave DOC, ItalyPinot GrigioThis Pinot Grigio wine from Italy has delicious crisp acidity with lime and pear fl avours. The fruit intensity balances with freshness to make this an outstanding example of great Friuli white wine.

3X LE VIGNE DI SAMMARCO | 2012Puglia IGP, ItalyUve di TroiaA wine that epitomises the sun and sea of Southern Italy. Wonderfully ripe fruit leads to a deep and juicy wine with an earthy, liquorice laced nose and fl avours of forest-fruit and black cherry.

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2X CHATEAU HAUT RIAN | 2014Bordeaux A/C, FranceSauvignon Blanc, Semillon“A goodly dose of Sauvignon Blanc in this stylish white Bordeaux makes it fresh and zesty.” Tom Doorley, Irish Daily Mail

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L���� V�����10553 DOMAINE DES CORBILLIERES | 2014 Touraine A/C, FranceSauvignon Blanc RRP €15.50 6 Mix Price €12.95

10087 DOMAINE MASSON-BLONDELET | 2014 Pouilly Fume A/C, FranceSauvignon Blanc - 12.5% RRP €21.95 6 Mix Price €19.75

L�n��edo�10870 DOMAINE DES CADASTRES | 2013 Picpoul de Pinet A/C, FrancePiquepoule RRP €14.95 6 Mix Price €13.05

11020 DOMAINE DE BELLE MARE | 2013 Pays d’Herault IGP, FranceViognier RRP €14.75 6 Mix Price €13.25

10097 BERGERIE DE L’HORTUS CLASSIQUE - BLANC | 2013 Vin de Pays du Val de Montferrand, FranceSauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay RRP €16.50 6 Mix Price €14.85

B�r��n��10658 DOMAINE DE NANCELLE | 2014 Macon Villages A/C, FranceChardonnay (Unoaked) RRP €17.95 6 Mix Price €16.00

10701 THEVENET & FILS | 2013 Macon Villages A/C, FranceChardonnay RRP €23.95 6 Mix Price €20.50

10038 DOMAINE NAUDIN FERRAND | 2011 Cote de Beaune, FranceChardonnay (Unoaked) RRP €22.75 6 Mix Price €20.50

10299 BRET BROTHERS ‘LA MARTINE’ | 2013 Macon Uchizy A/C, FranceChardonnay RRP €25.50 6 Mix Price €21.95

10356 DOMAINE STEPHANE ALADAME | 2013 Montagny 1er Cru A/C ‘Decouverte’, FranceChardonnay RRP €26.95 6 Mix Price €24.25

10357 DOMAINE STEPHANE ALADAME | 2012 Montagny 1er Cru ‘Les Vignes Derriere’ A/C, FranceChardonnay RRP €28.50 6 Mix Price €25.65

10604 BRET BROTHERS ‘LA SOUFRANDIERE’ | 2012 Pouilly Vinzelles A/C, FranceChardonnay RRP €34.95 6 Mix Price €31.45

10335 DOMAINE LANGOUREAU | 2012 St Aubin 1er Cru ‘Champlot’ A/C, FranceChardonnay RRP €36.50 6 Mix Price €35.95

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B�r�e���10023 CHATEAU SAINTE-MARIE | 2014 Entre-Deux-Mers A/C, FranceSemillon, Sauvignon Blanc RRP €15.50 6 Mix Price €14.25

10022 CHATEAU THIEULEY CUVÉE FRANCIS COURSELLE | 2012 Bordeaux A/C, FranceSemillon, Sauvignon Blanc RRP €23.50 6 Mix Price €19.95

10781 CHATEAU DE MALLE | 2012 Graves A/C, FranceSemillon, Sauvignon Blanc RRP €27.50 6 Mix Price €23.00

S�u�� Wes� Fr�n��11013 DOMAINE DE MILLET | 2014 Vin de Pays des Cotes de GascogneSauvignon Blanc RRP €12.75 6 Mix Price €11.75

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N�� Ze�l�n�10768 HENRY’S HILLS | 2014 Wairarapa, New ZealandSauvignon Blanc RRP €15.35 6 Mix Price €13.85

10628 ANA | 2014 Marlborough, New ZealandSauvignon Blanc RRP €16.95 6 Mix Price €14.25

10541 PADDY BORTHWICK RIESLING | 2013 Wairarapa, New ZealandRiesling RRP €17.95 6 Mix Price €14.85

Sp���10805 ATLANTIK | 2014 Rías Baixas DO, SpainAlbarino RRP €16.95 6 Mix Price €13.95

10946 GUERINDA LA BLANCA | 2013 Navarra, SpainChardonnay RRP €18.95 6 Mix Price €16.50

10943 HIRUZTA TXAKOLINA | 2014 Getariako Txakolina, SpainHondarrabi Zuri, Gros Manseng RRP €19.75 6 Mix Price €16.95

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It���10776 COSTADORO BIANCO | 2014Marche IGP, ItalyPasserina, Trebbiano, Malvasia RRP €12.75 6 Mix Price €11.95

10231 BIDOLI | 2013 Grave del Friuli DOC, ItalyPinot Grigio RRP €14.50 6 Mix Price €13.05

10574 CIU CIU LE MERLETTAIE | 2013 Marche IGP, ItalyPecorino RRP €15.50 6 Mix Price €13.95

10234 COLUTTA | 2014 Friuli DOC, ItalyPinot Grigio RRP €18.50 6 Mix Price €16.85

10188 BROGLIA GAVI DE GAVI ‘LA MEIRANA’ | 2014 Gavi de Gavi DOC, ItalyCortese RRP €20.95 6 Mix Price €18.85

C����10293 JULIO BOUCHON | 2012 Maule Valley, ChileChardonnay RRP €13.95 6 Mix Price €11.50

10012 JULIO BOUCHON | 2013 Maule Valley, ChileSauvignon Blanc RRP €13.95 6 Mix Price €11.50

Sp�����n� W���10400 CARLES ANDREU CAVA BRUT RESERVA | NV Conca De Barber, SpainParellada, Macabeu RRP €25.75 6 Mix Price €23.45

10049 CHARPENTIER BRUT PRESTIGE | NV Champagne A/C, FranceChardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir RRP €49.50 6 Mix Price €44.75

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B�r�e���11018 CHATEAU SAINTE-MARIE ALIOS | 2010 Cotes de Bordeaux A/CMerlot, Cab Sauv, Petit Verdot RRP €19.95 6 Mix Price €16.95

10059 CHATEAU PUY CASTERA | 2010 Haut-Médoc A/CCab Sauv, Merlot, Cab Franc RRP €21.95 6 Mix Price €19.95

10782 CHATEAU DE CARDAILLAN | 2011 Graves A/CCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot RRP €23.75 6 Mix Price €21.00

10746 CHATEAU MORIN | 2011 Saint Estèphe A/CCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot RRP €23.50 6 Mix Price €22.35

10208 CHATEAU LA TOUR L’ASPIC | 2008 Pauillac A/CCab Sauv, Merlot, Cab Franc RRP €36.50 6 Mix Price €33.20

10993 LES FIEFS DE LAGRANGE | 2007 Saint-Julien A/CCab Sauv, Merlot, Petit Verdot RRP €42.95 6 Mix Price €34.95

10830 CHÂTEAU COMMANDERIE | 2005 St Emilion Grand Cru A/CMerlot, Cabernet Franc RRP €42.95 6 Mix Price €39.30

Rh���10799 MAISON PLANTEVIN | 2013 Cotes du Rhone A/CGrenache, Syrah, Carignan, Cinsault RRP €14.95 6 Mix Price €12.95

10952 MAS ONCLE ERNEST ‘INSTANT PRÉSENT’ | 2012 Ventoux A/CGrenache, Syrah RRP €17.95 6 Mix Price €14.95

10089 DOMAINE CHARAVIN ‘LOU PARIS’ | 2011 Côtes du Rhône A/CCarignan,Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah RRP €17.95 6 Mix Price €15.50

10953 MAS ONCLE ERNEST ‘PATIENCE’ | 2011 Côtes du Rhône A/CSyrah, Grenache RRP €19.20 6 Mix Price €17.25

10961 DOMAINE DE MONTVAC ‘CUVEE VINCILA’ | 2011 Vacqueyras A/CGrenache, Mourvedre, Syrah RRP €26.95 6 Mix Price €21.95

10092 DOMAINE DU PERE PAPE | 2011 Chateauneuf-du-Pape A/C Carignan,Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah RRP €35.50 6 Mix Price €32.35

L�n��edo�10057 DOMAINE FÉLINES JOURDAN | 2013 Coteaux de Bessiles IGPMerlot RRP €11.95 6 Mix Price €10.75

10489 LUC LAPEYRE SAN BRES | 2014 Minervois A/CGrenache, Syrah RRP €14.25 6 Mix Price €12.95

10597 VILLA DU CLOS | 2013 Vin de Pays d’Oc IGPPinot Noir RRP €14.95 6 Mix Price €12.95

10104 DOMAINE CLAVEL LE MAS | 2014 Coteaux du Languedoc A/CGrenache, Syrah, Mourvedre RRP €15.25 6 Mix Price €13.50

10109 DOMAINE CLAVEL LE GARRIGUES | 2013 Coteaux du Languedoc A/CGrenache, Syrah, Mourvedre RRP €17.50 6 Mix Price €15.75

B�r��n�� �n� Be��j�l�i�10975 BRET BROTHERS LES CHARMES | 2013 Morgon A/CGamay RRP €35.00 6 Mix Price €29.95

10958 DOMAINE HUGUENOT ‘LE PETIT CRAIS’ | 2011 Fixin A/CPinot Noir RRP €38.50 6 Mix Price €33.75

11028 DOMAINE FERNAND ET LAURENT PILLOT | 2013 Pommard AOCPinot Noir RRP €39.50 6 Mix Price €35.00

10742 DOMAINE DAVID DUBAND | 2010 Côtes de Nuits Villages A/CPinot Noir RRP €36.95 6 Mix Price €33.25

10085 DOMAINE DAVID DUBAND | 2011 Nuits-Saint-Georges A/CPinot Noir RRP €48.50 6 Mix Price €43.65

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10353 ALKOOMI BLACK LABEL | 2012 Frankland River, AustraliaShiraz, Viognier RRP €21.50 6 Mix Price €17.50

10545 TAHBILK | 2012 Nagambie Lakes, AustraliaShiraz RRP €22.75 6 Mix Price €19.95

10125 CRAIGLEE | 2012 Sunbury, AustraliaShiraz RRP €48.75 6 Mix Price €45.00

Sp���10587 JUAN GIL 4 MESAS | 2014 Jumilla DO, SpainMonastrell RRP €14.40 6 Mix Price €12.50

10944 GUERINDA ‘EL MAXIMO’ | 2011 Navarra, SpainGrenache, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon RRP €20.30 6 Mix Price €17.50

10652 VINASPERI RESERVA | 2008 Rioja DO, SpainTempranillo RRP €24.55 6 Mix Price €22.10

10197 GRAN ELIAS MORA | 2010 Toro DO, SpainTinto de Toro RRP €48.95 6 Mix Price €44.30

It���10864 SAN SIMONE REFOSCO | 2013Friuli Grave DOC, ItalyRefosco RRP €14.95 6 Mix Price €12.95

10659 LE VIGNE DI SAMMARCO | 2013Primitivo Di Manduria DOP, ItalyPrimitivo RRP €15.25 6 Mix Price €14.35

10658 SAN SIMONE SUGANO | 2010 Grave del Friuli DOC, ItalyCabernet Franc RRP €17.25 6 Mix Price €15.70

10483 CONCA DEL GRILLO SILVANO BOLMIDA | 2013Barbera d’Alba DOC, ItalyBarbera RRP €22.50 6 Mix Price €19.95

10301 STEFANO ACCORDINI RIPASSO | 2011 Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC, ItalyCorvinone, Corvina, Molinara, Rondinella RRP €23.75 6 Mix Price €21.80

C����10363 KORTA MERLOT | 2014 Lontue Valley, ChileMerlot RRP €11.95 6 Mix Price €10.75

10955 KORTA RESERVA CARMENERE | 2013 Lontue Valley, ChileCarmenere RRP €16.25 6 Mix Price €14.85

P�� ug��10463 QUINTA DO CRASTO RESERVA OLD VINES | 2011 Douro DOC, PortugalTinta Barroca, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz RRP €33.95 6 Mix Price €29.95

10465 QUINTA DO CRASTO VINTAGE PORT | 2010Douro DOC, PortugalTinta Barroca, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional RRP €51.95 6 Mix Price €46.95

10990 QUINTA DO CRASTO TOURIGA NACIONAL | 2011Douro DOC, PortugalTouriga Nacional RRP €56.25 6 Mix Price €51.75

N�� Ze�l�n�10926 ERADUS | 2013 Marlborough, New ZealandPinot Noir RRP €25.95 6 Mix Price €21.00

10995 ALWYN | 2010 Hawke’s Bay, New ZealandMerlot, Cabernet Sauvignon RRP €76.00 6 Mix Price €68.50

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