Our Wines

Thick skin, good acidity and natural resistance to heat and drought. As a winemaker I was drawn to the fresh, vibrant aromatic style. Clear, light straw colour, with vibrant aromas of cut flowers and stone fruits. The palate has a richness that is balanced by the refreshing and lively acidity. This ... read more.

RP▪91 Deep garnet colour with a subtle purple hue. A lifted nose of dark cherries, white chocolate and cloves with hints of roast meats. The palate is full bodied with drying but very fine tannins. Dusty cherries mingle with black fruits and a scorched earth character. A long linear wine that ... read more.

Deeply coloured, the 2005 Curly Red has great depth of damson plum and blackcurrant fruit on the nose framed by aromas of cedarwood cigar box and spice. On the palate the Cabernet gives structure and the merlot fleshes out the heart of the wine with its sweet ripe fruit: a classic example of the synergy ... read more.

Light straw in colour, a perfumed bouquet leaps out of the glass with guava, fresh lemon and limes, backed by a zesty melons and nectarines. The palate cuts a swath of fruit straight down your mouth and finished dry and light on its feet. The initial fruits are quite penetrating but the soft and tight ... read more.

COLOUR • Clean and brilliant. Very intense, garnet-red colour with violet reflections.NOSE • Very high aromatci intensity. Balsamic character of incense, cedar and aromatic plants (dry rosemary and juniper). Tobacco and spicy white pepper background. Evolves in the glass to floral notes ... read more.

JH▪90 COLOUR: Medium intensity ruby red with purple huesBOUQUET: Lifted, bright, spicy red berry fruit with some floral notes.PALATE: Bright spicy berry fruit, flavour filled with a fine tannin profile and a lingering savoury back palate. Smooth, even and balanced.

IWC▪93 and WS▪91 COLOUR •NOSE •PALATE •

Appearance: Brilliant and clear, with greenish yellow colourAroma: Fresh and aromaticPalate: Floral notes and citrus fruit recently peeled with supple and lightly creamy texture

Alibi is our fun, whimsical summer wine that was inspired by the great Sauvignon/Semillion blends of the Loire Valley in France. This is an exceptional wine for food pairing, particularly with seafood. Our first vintage of Alibi was produced in 2003 and it has generated a loyal following ever since. ... read more.

Pedro Pavone Voglino in 1917 emigrated from the famous winemaking region of Piedmont, Italy, to the Maipo Valley in Chile. Following his family’s traditions Mr. Pavone planted carefully chosen European vine varieties, Cabernet sauvignon, Merlot and Sauvignon blanc, those grapes were sold to well ... read more.

This chardonnay has been made to be crisp with fresh fruit characters and soft oak that will allow some maturation if required. The colour is medium yellow with touches of grapey green. The aroma is emphasised by melon and fresh citrus fruits with a hint of soft French oak. The flavours are smooth with ... read more.

IWC▪94 and WS▪95 COLOUR • Black to the core.NOSE • A loaded bouquet of fresh espresso, vanilla bean, stewed plums, toffee, tar, creosote, roasted almonds, smoky pine nuts, soy and fresh cut flowers. The bouquet is a complete kaleidoscope of deep dark berry aromas with other notes ... read more.

COLOUR •NOSE •PALATE •

It is a traditional and very pleasant Barbera. A kind of wine for drinking everyday. The colour is ruby, pleasantly intense. The scent is vinous, fresh and fruity. Full bodied with soft tannins and a long finish. This wine is particularly suitable with all dishes, particularly hot Piemontese hors ... read more.

WS▪95 and IWC▪93 COLOUR • Dark crimson to black in colourNOSE • The nose displays coffee, mocha, coal, ginger, wood oven smoke, dark berry, kirsch and spice cake.PALATE • The palate is incredibly soft with a sweet intensity that penetrates into a very long finish which is both ... read more.

In the 1940’s, Giacinto, Raffaele and Marina took over the business that had been set up as far back as 1863 by grandfather Giacinto, and their own father, Antonio. A new winery now stands in a harmonious blend of tradition and technological progress. The Brovias own great vineyards, such as ... read more.

The Paolo Scavino winery was founded in 1921 by Enrico Scavino’s grandfather Paolo. Today Enrico runs the winery with the help of his daughters Enrica and Elisa. The winery is located in Castiglione Falletto, one of the eleven communes of the Barolo appellation, in the historical Langhe hills. ... read more.

The 2008 Shiraz is vivid ruby / red in colour. On the nose there is berry fruit with hints of spice and aniseed. The palate exudes ripe strawberry fruit characters with spice and white pepper present. The wine is well balanced with fine, lingering, chalky tannins on the finish. Ready to drink now and ... read more.

RP▪92 Straw yellow, brilliant clarity; Intense lifted nose, displaying a wonderful complexity of flavors—honey suckle, orange blossom, jasmine tea, almond kernels, fennel, lemon and freshly harvested honeycomb. The palate is full, polished and balanced with flavors of citrus, peach and apricots. ... read more.

The 'two hands' are Michael Twelftree and Richard Mintz who formed the company in 1999 with the clear objective of making the best possible shiraz based wines from prized shiraz producing regions within Australia. From the beginning the wines were very well received at home and abroad with a healthy ... read more.

IWC▪90 Delicious aromas of guava with an aromatic grapey musk perfume. A mere 6.5% alcohol, delicately sweet with a gentle spritz. Incredibly refreshing and light bodied with lively exotic tropical fruit flavours and a hint of musk and rose petal.

RP▪94-97 and WS▪95 COLOUR • Blackened crimson.NOSE • Floral edge to creamy black and blue berried fruit‐ rugged roast meat, bacon fat, tea bag, peat, liquorice and spice are speckled within the low, earthy elevation of perfume.PALATE • The full penthouse view; a majestic ... read more.

Of grand visual impact via its extreme concentration of ruby red, noted fruity scents of cherry and blackberries with elegant traits of balsamic and spices. The flavour reflects the growth area which the power, the strength of this wine is equilibrated by the tannic acid that will assist the remarkable ... read more.

RP▪89 The colour is golden with green reflections, Bubbles crystalline and sharp. The nose is intense, with the molten fragrances of white flowers (acacia, lime) and of Queen of the rennets. Original flavour of Chardonnay, Frank and very pure. The palate appears mineral and silky, with the nuances ... read more.

RP▪90 Full-bodied, rich mouthfeel and loaded with crushed blackberry and black currant fruit, dark chocolate and espresso notes ca mia.

RP▪93+ This wine has opaque bluish purple color and a sweet nose of dark chocolate, blackberry, and cassis with a hint of fresh earh on the background. It has an outstanding fruit character, ripe, dense, full-bodied with massive richness, soft tannins and enormous earth.

Ripe, luscious fruit aged in French oak makes this wine beautiful for drinking now. With a nose of bright red fruit and undertones of plum, the palate follows through with soft tannins and hints of ripe red berries blended in subtle complexity not often found in a wine of this price point.

A complex, full bodied cool climate Chardonnay. Barrel fermentation in French barriques gives texture and complexity to the concentrated citrus and white peach flavo.urs

Displays bright apple and tropical fruit aromas with creamy, toasty oak tones adding complexity. Fruit-forward apple, pear and citrus flavours coat the palate while oak nuances add interest and sur lie character enriches the finish. Pair it with seafood and chicken dishes, game hens, pork roast and cream sauce pastas.

The 'two hands' are Michael Twelftree and Richard Mintz who formed the company in 1999 with the clear objective of making the best possible shiraz based wines from prized shiraz producing regions within Australia. From the beginning the wines were very well received at home and abroad with a healthy ... read more.

Colour: Straw gold hues radiate with rich bright luminosity displaying energy and light.Aroma: Ripe apple, tracking towards quince, acacia honey and waxy pears, evolving to a myriad of layers as it matures.Taste: An ethereal balancing act. The finely grained tannin from fruit and large wood bind into ... read more.

A Coulée de Serrant is different from all the other white wines in the world. It is a true monument, and leaves no one cold. The grapes come from the steepest and best site with the oldest vines. They are a gleaming gold, with exotic aromas of a particular clarity, and added to this is a complex ... read more.

A Coulée de Serrant is different from all the other white wines in the world. It is a true monument, and leaves no one cold. The grapes come from the steepest and best site with the oldest vines. They are a gleaming gold, with exotic aromas of a particular clarity, and added to this is a complex ... read more.

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate:“Millton is distinguished by being one of the world’s first certified biodynamic vineyards and so far, New Zealand’s only certified biodynamic vineyard although that claim is unlikely to last much longer! Based on Anne Millton’s father’s ... read more.

WS▪94 The distinction of Columella derives from its terroir, the character of the vintage, and a restrained winemaking program. The Sadie Family fully controls seven leased vineyard parcels spread across the Swartland district, mostly planted with Syrah, and a tiny parcel of Mourvedre; these Rhone ... read more.

Mathieu Barret owns 4 hectares of vines inherited from his grandfather several years ago. Up until 2001 he sold all his fruit to negoce. This, he says, gave him time to experiment and learn about his vineyards and the art of wine making. He has also become a convert to bio-dynamism, which led nicely ... read more.

Intense purple, bright. Seductive nose of small red fruits, coriander, and bay leaf. Fresh and silky, the aromas follow through on to the mouth and are prolonged by notes of liquorice and spices. A friendly, supple wine with well rounded tannins with good persistence.

Cherry red colour. Complexity of aromas of ripe fruit with subtle notes of toasted oak, toffee, vanilla and balsam. Well structured, broad and harmonic in the mouth. Elegant bouquet.

Light red with a pronounced barnyard and earthy bouquet. A medium bodied wine with a fruity entrance, accompanied with apparent prune and jammy flavour, lighter at the beginning and accentuated at the middle palate. Beautiful colour, rich tannin and good body. The intensity of its tannin and acidity ... read more.

Champagne Tarlant, handed down from father to son in the art and passion of growing grapes and producing the famous Champagne wines since 1687, is situated close to Epernay on the hillside of the celebrated Marne Valley, on the territory of Oeuilly. There, the Tarlant family still perpetuates the tradition, ... read more.

RP▪94 The fruit for this full-bodied wine was handpicked from old vines planted by my Grandfather in the early ‘60’s. Over the years they pruned these vines so they produce concentrated flavorsome fruit. They are tough old buggers that have withstood the test of time and with age have ... read more.

Named for the order of Cistercian monks who first cultivated the Douro region for grapes during the Middle Ages. Though the Quinta has been producing fruit for the Port industry for almost two centuries, only recently have the owners ventured into the field of wines under their own name. The Quinta ... read more.

Creme de cassis, cola nut and sweet blackberry aromas comprise a fragrant introduction to 2006 Duel. The wines rich, supple and earthy core is enveloped by decadently layered flafours of bittersweet chocolate and dark French roast. Undertones of nutmeg and cedar are revealed in the long, polished finish.

RP▪95 A great follow on to '04, extremely lifted nose with powerful fruit balancing the mineral and meal characters. A classically rich palate, has great focus with the minerality keeping the wine fine and drawing it out. This should develop into one of our great chardonnays as the '05 vintage ... read more.

At the younger end of the Delaforce range, the Fine Ruby port has a bouquet that is fruity and full, and in the glass, it shows its deep ruby colour. The taste is smooth and satisfying, with an average age of three years and this Fine Ruby represents very good value in terms of quality and price.

WE▪91 It has clean, black cherry fruit and very deep pinot noir savour, with a toasted coconut finish. This is a step up in both texture and length from the Carte Blanche, with extra complexity from the longer sur-lie ageing.

In 2002, six families with a long tradition in wine cultivation in the municipality of Poboleda ( Priorat), decided to join their efforts in order to elaborate a high quality wine, with grapes from their own crops. The wine cellar is located in a house which once belonged to the very first settlement ... read more.

Back in 1974, Jess Jackson saw in the fine vineyards of California’s cool coastal regions, fruit with a variety of outstanding flavours. What if there was a way to produce from this abundance, a single outstanding “cuvée” that offered both quality and value? The result, first ... read more.

The Grenache Shiraz, is made solely from the immaculate fruit of Jim and Coralie Jones' 'Stanley Ridge' vineyard, situated at the northern end of the Clare Valley. Jim's gnarled, old Grenache bush vines are grown without water and produce low-yielding crops of excellent flavour and colour - His Shiraz ... read more.

Medium yellow-green in color, this wine has aromas of tree fruit (apples, pears) with similar floral notes. The initial sensation on the palate is of a crisp fresh apple, then a brisk, citrusy acidity develops. The finish is quite lengthy and slightly tart.

IWC▪87 Deep cherry red in colour with a brick red hue. The bouquet is rich and complex with hints of violets, plums, a touch of spice and red cherries. The French oak is restrained and well integrated. Medium bodied with a strong mid palate of rich red berry and savoury black olive notes. The texture ... read more.

RP▪94 COLOUR • Deep Ruby – grater density of colour than ClarendonNOSE • Ripe black fruits of raspberry and blackberry radiate this fruit driven nose. Slight rose petal and kirsch characters in the background offer definition to the otherwise roundness of the plush berry basket ... read more.

WS▪90 and IWC▪89 The colour is deep purple with a strong ruby red hue. The aroma is varietal with a complex of berry ripeness with huge intensity reflecting the vintage conditions. Strong lifted aromas of ripe berry and spice, with complex savoury elements and some smoky oak. The flavour ... read more.

Tulip Winery combines quality winemaking with a social conscience. The winery was opened in 2003 in Kfar Tikva (Hope Village), a residence that is the home to about 200 adults with special needs. Four of the residents of the village are employed full- time and are involved in all aspects of winemaking, ... read more.

Dark violet. Ripe cherry, cassis and licorice aromas display excellent depth and energy. Smooth and velvety, with succulent dark fruit flavors, supple tannins and gentle herb and underbrush accents. Finishes ripe but with impressive freshness and clarity. Plenty seductive now but I’d bet on this ... read more.

RP▪93 100% Chardonnay – Ungrafted (as they were in pre-phylloxera days)COLOUR • Golden with greenish hints, lively crystalline moussNOSE • Intense, with well integrated scents of white blossoms (acacia and linden) and “Reine de reinette” apples. The real scent of the ... read more.

The vineyards and winery of Glaymond Wines are located in Seppeltsfield and Marananga of the Barossa Valley, South Australia. Where in the Barossa Valley are Glaymond and Marananga, well you can see Torbreck from the winery, indeed the vineyards back onto them. Just the other side is Greenock Creek ... read more.

Fine and bright, cherry colour, medium layer. Attractive on the nose, fresh, clean and elegant, reminiscent of black plumbs, strawberries and blackberries. On the palate it is pleasant and fruity, fresh, with the right acidity, showing a medium structure body.

RP▪89 One of the longest-established names in the Barossa. Johann Christian Henschke purchased land for a farm at Keyneton in 1861, after fleeing religious persecution in Kutschlau, Silesia (Germany). He planted a small vineyard and an orchard, and after initially making wine for family consumption ... read more.

WS▪88 Garnet with violet hues. Enticing cherry, raspberry, lavender and rhubarb aromas supported by smoky oak notes. The palate is rich, layered and complex with berry fruits, black cherries, ginger, cinnamon and mint leading to a long, fine-grained finish.

WE▪95 PRODUCTION:Handcrafted in the UK and quadruple distilled, BULLDOG is a London Dry Distilled Gin, infused with the taste and aromas of its selected botanicals, using traditional copper pot stills. As part of the process, the gin is passed through a condenser and liquefied to produce the natural ... read more.

RP▪91 Los Carneros Pinot is a subtly complex masterpiece. The 2007 offers brooding, earthy aromas of dark cherry and forest floor, with a touch of spice. Flavors continue with ripe, black plum, hints of coffee and cocoa surrounded by a soft, velvety texture that ends in a fleshy, long finish.

One of Argentina's top Malbecs: traditional with a claret-like structure not often achieved in the New World. Deep colour with a hint of liquorice and big, jammy, peppery fruit. Great length, full-bodied and generous.

At Dog House, the focus is on good premium varietal wines that are dependably delicious, approachable and affordable. The grapes are sourced from pedigreed vineyards in California’s acclaimed North Coast and Central Coast growing regions. Softly textured and easy-drinking, they’re delicious ... read more.

Hazyblur Wines is a small boutique winery established in 1998 by Ross and Robyne Trimboli. We crush less than 100 tonnes of grapes per vintage. With each vintage Ross takes personal control of all winemaking procedures. Each individual barrel receives his attention.Ross's winemaking background dates ... read more.

RP▪90 The 2007 Mendocino is a little different from past vintages. Instead of being dominated by cherry aromas, this leans more towards a mixed bowl of berries. The other interesting point is an aroma like a rustic mountain cabin with fresh red meat and spices being prepared for dinner and then ... read more.

A vigorous wine with dense tannins - aromas of blackcurrant and raspberry - ideal served with red meat, game and strong cheeses.

Rich dark black berry herby fruit with hints of spice and smoke. Full flavoured organic wine with succulent savoury tannins.

RP▪90 Emidio Pepe is a singular producer creating amazingly complex age worthy reds and whites in a region of mass produced, overly engineered versions of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. Though the family has been producing wines here since the end of the 19th Century, the winemaking has remained unchanged ... read more.

The 2008 is a rich and complex wine, marked by crushed blackberry, ripe strawberries, warm spice and refreshing red fruit tones on the finish.

RP▪92 Priorat may be a small wine region, but it has recently emerged on the international scene with some of the finest wines being producing in all of Spain

RP▪97 and WS▪92 Deep crimson in colour. Sweet ripe lifted blackberry, plums, prunes and anise with tar and bacon oak characters. The palate is sweet, fine and solid with a chunky texture; big and rich. Lots of tannins, firmer structure and good length.

W&S▪90 It began over a century ago as a vision shared by a handful of pioneers; those with an intimate knowledge of grapes and a deep respect for the land. This vision took root, was nurtured by skilled hands and ultimately resulted in one of the first premium wineries in the Napa Valley.Today, ... read more.

As always, shows that hint of trademark musk that denotes its Grenache heritage, but that muskiness then combined with the earth and spice of the two other varieties (Shiraz and Mataro) gives a degree of complexity. Swirl this wine around your mouth for a while to warm it up and release the other flavours...aniseed, ... read more.

Nota Bene is Latin for “Take Note” and this Bordeaux-style blend has become exceptionally popular since its first vintage in 1999. This is an estate, single vineyard blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes grown in our Black Sage Road vineyard. Every drop of Nota Bene ... read more.

COLOUR • A beautiful, deep red cherry color with a violet hue at the edges. Powerfully intense, clean with no signs of fading, having rich potent legs.NOSE • Becoming more intense as it opens, revealing the fruit’s sweetness. Initially red and black forest fruits appear, with notes of ... read more.

RP▪92-95 COLOUR • Blackened crimson.NOSE • Lifted coffee, mocha and soft liquorice back a finely perfumed floral head on this wonderfullyconcentrated yet elegant expression of Syrah. A background of roasted meats, pain grille –combined with a racy and pungent character makes for ... read more.

Our 2007 organic Cabernet Franc is an elegant wine with a warm, ruby red colour, raspberry and cinnamon aromas in the nose and ripe, juicy fruit such as plum, cherry and a hint of peppers on the palate. A wine with a soft, full mouth feel and smooth, well balanced tannins that can be enjoyed on its own, ... read more.

A delicious dry red wine barrelled in French and American oak. This fine organic Merlot is medium to full bodied, deep red crimson in colour, with intense aromas of mixed berries and tasteful mulberry and plum flavours.

WE▪92 COLOUR •NOSE •PALATE •

Deep red hue. Notes of violets, blueberries, anise, and sage jump readily out of the glass. Upon further aeration, black pepper and red cherry round out the aroma profile. Flavors of strawberry, cherry, blueberry, and custard are accentuated by ample tannins and lush acidity. This multi-vineyard blend ... read more.

COLOUR • Bordeaux red.NOSE • Plum, black cherries, magnolia, caramel, dried bananas and well cooked marmalade.PALATE • Soft entry and sweet. Builds in volume to a medium body. Balanced structure with a soft and sweet finish, typical of malbec

RP▪92+ Lawrence Cortez and Romel Rivera are the two winemakers for Corté Riva Vineyards. Romel Rivera is the Head Winemaker, while Lawrence Cortez is the Assistant Winemaker and heads the cellar work.These two men emigrated from the Philippines with their families in the late 1970’s. ... read more.

WS▪94 Picconero is blended from the finest selections of Cabernet Franc and Merlot barrels to form a full-bodied, complex and elegant wine capable of maturing for many years in bottle.

Estancia Piedra S.L. is a premium quality wine estate, whose buildings and vineyards are attractively sighted on the slopes of the Guareña Valley, 10 km south of the ancient town of Toro, in heart of Old Castile.Since its foundation in 1998, the winery has grown in stature and critical acclaim ... read more.

At Dog House, the focus is on good premium varietal wines that are dependably delicious, approachable and affordable. The grapes are sourced from pedigreed vineyards in California’s acclaimed North Coast and Central Coast growing regions. Softly textured and easy-drinking, they’re delicious ... read more.

COLOUR • brilliant golden yellowNOSE • Moderate intensity, floral, buttery with aromas of earth, pistachio and spice.PALATE • Mineral and with some sweetness. Evolves delicately with good acidity. Long and exotic finish. A wine that's quite powerful, satiny, smooth, with good structure, ... read more.

Nautilus Marlborough Pinot Noir 2008 is dark ruby in colour and shows an aroma of wild raspberries, plums and spice. The palate is medium to full-bodied with generous fruit sweetness and succulent tannins combining to give a long warm finish. The primary fruit components showing in the wines youth will ... read more.

Tres Sabores is a small family farm & winery certified organic by CCOF since early 1991. The Vineyards, Ranch, and Winery of Tres Sabores: "Three savory flavors" are nestled against the western Hills of Rutherford where Julie Johnson and her family grow organically certified Zinfandel, ... read more.

W&S▪87 Appearance: Deep ruby colour with a soft violet rim.Nose: Ripe fruit with notes of vanilla from ageing in balseiros.Mouth: Smooth tannins, rich fruit, and a long, satisfying finish.

RP▪89 This fine aperitif sparkling shows lifted fruit characters and complexity. Very pale straw in colour with a fine bead and persistent mousee. The Jansz Non Vintage Cuvee is a Chardonnay dominant style that has finesse and balance with complexity and length of flavour. The bouquet shows some ... read more.

RP▪92 COLOUR • Straw yellow, fine lively mousse.NOSE • Complex delicate nose, with fresh hints of linden and Mediterranean citrus fruit.PALATE • Delicate with a background of fresh almonds, tingling with intoxicatingly lively hints.

COLOUR: pale yellow slight golden reflections and with a quite fine and persistent perlage.AROMA: fruity with hints of flowers and tropical fruit.PALATE: soft, fresh with a pleasant bitterness.Excellent as an aperitif, also very good with fish dishes, vegetables and white meat.

RP▪94, IWC▪93 and WS▪91 Bodegas y Vinedos Pujanza was established in 1998 by Carlos San Pedro, a fifth generation grape grower and third generation winemaker. In 2001, the winery introduced its first wine, Pujanza. Carlos San Pedro considers himself to be a vine-grower, conscious of ... read more.

The distinguished Port House of Delaforce was founded by George Henry Delaforce in 1868. The company continues to uphold the standards of quality and craftsmanship that were set by the founders nearly two centuries ago. Recognised as a master of the Port blend, Delaforce offers a wide range of Ports ... read more.

COLOUR • Clean and brilliant. Cherry red with a medium/high layer.NOSE • High aromatic intensity with predominance of mature red fruits with a strong character, integrated with soft wood (toffee) and balsamic notes. Subtle toasted traces appear on a second layer, reminiscent of incense and ... read more.

Penley Estate was established in 1988 by Kym Tolley a direct descendant of two pioneer Australian winemaking families, Penfolds and Tolley. Since being established Penley Estate has gained a reputation for producing wines of elegance and finesse showcasing regional and varietal characteristics. Penley ... read more.

This progressive and pioneering winery follows organic viticulture and winemaking and is certified by IMOSwitzerland. The winery is located on the Island in the Maipo River where its neighbours are other organic wineries;this produces an optimal organic microclimate. The Teillery family heritage originates ... read more.

WS▪91 The 2007 mesh Eden Valley Riesling is green and vibrant in appearance. The aroma is zesty lemon and white flowers with a hint of spice. The palate is powerful, lively and generous, with intense citrus fruit flavours. The wine finishes clean and dry with refreshing slatey acidity. As is the ... read more.

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate:“Millton is distinguished by being one of the world’s first certified biodynamic vineyards and so far, New Zealand’s only certified biodynamic vineyard although that claim is unlikely to last much longer! Based on Anne Millton’s father’s ... read more.

Vibrant green apple and pear aromas that carry on to the palate. Refreshing smooth mouthfeel with a long crisp mineral finish.

RP▪90 and JH▪91 The Jansz vineyards lie in the Tamar Valley along the Northern Tasmanian Wine Route at the heart of Tasmania's Pipers River region, an area known worldwide as "Sparkling Tasmania". With a mantle of red basalt soils and a cool climate moderated by its close proximity ... read more.

RP▪93 COLOUR • Glistening, coral pink.NOSE • Astonishingly, the nose leaps out at you from the bottle, elegant with hints of red citrus fruit. Then scents of red fruit press in behind, while touches of pepper give a gently spicy hint.PALATE • At one and the same time luminous and ... read more.

Since 1979, La Crema Winery has long been known as a pioneer in cool-climaet artisan winemaking. From our home in the Russian River Valley they have explored and developed California's finest coastal regions, uncovering vineyards where cooling coastal wind and fog allow the grapes to ripen slowly on ... read more.

Energetic and creative winemaker Jean Luc Colombo quickly established his reputation as being indispensable when it comes to the Rhône. In all that he undertakes, Colombo's style shines through - he's the wizard of the French South. In 1984 he created his wine consultancy, advising winemakers ... read more.

The every day drinking wine from this estate. Aged for eight months, including four in barrels, it has medium structure from its blend of 70% Sangiovese and 30% Merlot.

Dry white wine, made from Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Straw colour with green tinge; gooseberry and tropical fruit; lively and fresh, finishing dry.

RP▪91 The youngest grower in one of France's smallest (only 140 hectares planted) and most priveleged appellations, Damien Laureau cultivates 5 hectares of Chenin Blanc planted on slate and quartz. The AOC is an oasis of rock in the wide plateau of chalk that is the Loire Valley, and the wines ... read more.

JH▪95 The 2009 Grosset Semillon Sauvignon Blanc is a trifle young at present, still a bit reserved, but with such fabulous intensity of flavour that it's hard to resist even now. There's a mini-explosion of passionfruit, guava and jackfruit flavours, pristine, refreshing and tangy, a vibrant, zesty ... read more.

Lifted spice and aniseed aromas are accompanied by decadent plum and dark chocolate flavours on the palate. Silky tannins provide length and structure.

COLOUR •NOSE •PALATE •

Naturally smaller yields and a warmer than average season conspired to produce berries with remarkable saturation and richness, while our more moderate-climate estate vineyards ensured the finished wine’s fully-developed complexity and nuance are not lost beneath extravagant ripeness. Alluring ... read more.

The taste of summer in a quality example of pinot gris that sits easily with seafood, summer salads and Asian cuisine.COLOUR • Bright, light gold with a flash of brass.NOSE • A vibrant, varietal perfume saturates the senses with elegant pear, honeysuckle and lime in an alluring cocktail of ... read more.

Since 1979, La Crema Winery has long been known as a pioneer in cool-climaet artisan winemaking. From our home in the Russian River Valley they have explored and developed California's finest coastal regions, uncovering vineyards where cooling coastal wind and fog allow the grapes to ripen slowly on ... read more.

This vintage opens with rich cherry notes, punctuated by sweet tobacco and orange peel tones. With the first sip, a mouth-watering jammy quality is immediately evident, with fresh cherry flavours joined by orange peel and tea leaves. A lovely balanced acidity and sturdy tannins round out the mouth.