Wine List
Some of the rarest wines around
James Thomson has a reputation as a restaurateur who understands the place of fine wine with fine food in luxurious surroundings. The wine list at The Witchery has long been regarded as the best in Scotland and the extensive selection at Prestonfield continues this tradition.
Wine List
| Bin | White | Vintage | 175ml | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Picpoul de Pinet , Jadix, Coteaux du Languedoc
Very pleasing light and fruity wine.
France
|
2023 | 10 | 39 |
| 3 |
Sauvignon Blanc, Pencarrow, Martinborough
Well balanced, gooseberry laden sauvignon.
New Zealand
|
2023 | 11.5 | 45 |
| 6 |
Original Chenin Blanc, Raats Family Winery, Coastal Region
Fresh un-oaked chenin bursting with green fruit flavours.
South Africa
|
2023 | 12.5 | 50 |
| 2 |
Riesling Qba, Fritz Haag, Mosel
Delicious, rich, crisp and fresh riesling.
Germany
|
2023 | 12.5 | 50 |
| 4 |
Pinot Grigio, Cantina Kaltern, Alto Adige
Classic in style with very fine sense of minerality
Italy
|
2022 | 14 | 55 |
| 5 |
Bourgogne Blanc, Gilles Jourdan
A cracking glass of proper white Burgundy.
France
|
2019 | 30 | 80 |
| Bin | White |
|---|---|
| 1 |
Picpoul de Pinet , Jadix, Coteaux du Languedoc Very pleasing light and fruity wine.
|
| 3 |
Sauvignon Blanc, Pencarrow, Martinborough Well balanced, gooseberry laden sauvignon.
|
| 6 |
Original Chenin Blanc, Raats Family Winery, Coastal Region Fresh un-oaked chenin bursting with green fruit flavours.
|
| 2 |
Riesling Qba, Fritz Haag, Mosel Delicious, rich, crisp and fresh riesling.
|
| 4 |
Pinot Grigio, Cantina Kaltern, Alto Adige Classic in style with very fine sense of minerality
|
| 5 |
Bourgogne Blanc, Gilles Jourdan A cracking glass of proper white Burgundy.
|
| Bin | Rose | Vintage | 175ml | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 |
Rosé, la Source Gabriel, Côtes de Provence
Lovely salmon pink rosé with delicate fruit.
France
|
2023 | 12.5 | 50 |
| Bin | Rose |
|---|---|
| 7 |
Rosé, la Source Gabriel, Côtes de Provence Lovely salmon pink rosé with delicate fruit.
|
| Bin | Red | Vintage | 175ml | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 |
Côtes du Ventoux, Perrin et Fils
Easy drinking fruity red.
France
|
2023 | 10 | 39 |
| 10 |
Valpolicella Classico, Viviani, Veneto
A mid weight and fruit forward Valpol.
Italy
|
2021 | 14 | 54 |
| 11 |
Malbec, Felino, Viña Cobos, Mendoza
Full and ripe with balance and freshness.
Argentina
|
2022 | 15 | 59 |
| 13 |
Pinot Noir, Palliser Estate, Martinborough
Delicious, ripe, berry laden pinot.
New Zealand
|
2021 | 16.5 | 65 |
| 12 |
Château Grand Village, Bordeaux Supérieur
Luscious merlot based claret from the owners of Lafleur.
France
|
2020 | 17.5 | 69 |
| 9 |
Rioja Crianza, Luis Cãnas
A juicy and quaffable Rioja from this excellent bodega.
Spain
|
2020 | 15 | 59 |
| Bin | Red |
|---|---|
| 8 |
Côtes du Ventoux, Perrin et Fils Easy drinking fruity red.
|
| 10 |
Valpolicella Classico, Viviani, Veneto A mid weight and fruit forward Valpol.
|
| 11 |
Malbec, Felino, Viña Cobos, Mendoza Full and ripe with balance and freshness.
|
| 13 |
Pinot Noir, Palliser Estate, Martinborough Delicious, ripe, berry laden pinot.
|
| 12 |
Château Grand Village, Bordeaux Supérieur Luscious merlot based claret from the owners of Lafleur.
|
| 9 |
Rioja Crianza, Luis Cãnas A juicy and quaffable Rioja from this excellent bodega.
|
| Bin | Champagne | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 |
Prestonfield Brut
Our own elegant brut champagne
France
|
NV | - | 90 |
| Bin | Champagne | Vintage | 125ml | Bottle |
| 15 |
Billecart-Salmon, Brut Réserve, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ
Rich yet fine and delicate, one of the very best
France
|
NV | 17 | 100 |
| Bin | Champagne |
|---|---|
| Bin | Champagne |
| 14 |
Prestonfield Brut Our own elegant brut champagne
|
| Bin | Champagne |
| 15 |
Billecart-Salmon, Brut Réserve, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ Rich yet fine and delicate, one of the very best
|
| Bin | Dessert Wine | Vintage | 70ml | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 749 |
Coteaux du Layon, Carte D’Or, Domaine Des Beaumard
Sweet yet delicate chenin blanc from the Loire valley.
France
|
2021 | 5 | 9 |
| 150 |
Château Doisy-Védrines, 2ème Cru Classé, Sauternes
Rich juicy wine; full of candied fruit character.
France
|
2016 | 12 | 20 |
| 751 |
Tokaji Aszú, 5 Puttonyos, Royal Tokaji
A great chance to try one of the World’s greatest sweet wines.
Hungary
|
2017 | 12 | 22 |
| Bin | Dessert Wine |
|---|---|
| 749 |
Coteaux du Layon, Carte D’Or, Domaine Des Beaumard Sweet yet delicate chenin blanc from the Loire valley.
|
| 150 |
Château Doisy-Védrines, 2ème Cru Classé, Sauternes Rich juicy wine; full of candied fruit character.
|
| 751 |
Tokaji Aszú, 5 Puttonyos, Royal Tokaji A great chance to try one of the World’s greatest sweet wines.
|
| Bin | Non-Vintage | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 |
Billecart-Salmon
Rich, fine and delicate; possibly the best NV in production right now.
Brut Réserve
|
NV | - | 100 |
| 22 |
J.M. Labruyère
100% Dry and elegant champagne made with a minimal dosage.
Prologue Extra Brut
|
NV | - | 115 |
| 21 |
Pol Roger
Lovely wine with a very rich and smooth character.
Brut Réserve
|
NV | - | 135 |
| 18 |
Charles Heidsieck
The original Champagne Charley (also known as “the good Heidsieck”).
Brut Réserve
|
NV | - | 140 |
| 17 |
Louis Roederer
Fine and elegant with depth and length, one of the best N.V.’s out there.
Collection 242
|
NV | - | 140 |
| 23 |
Bollinger
A slightly heavier and more complex expression of champagne with many fans.
Special Cuvée
|
NV | - | 135 |
| 24 |
Krug
The ultimate non-vintage champagne.
Grand Cuvée 169 ème Édition
|
NV | - | 400 |
| Bin | Non-Vintage |
|---|---|
| 15 |
Billecart-Salmon Rich, fine and delicate; possibly the best NV in production right now.
|
| 22 |
J.M. Labruyère 100% Dry and elegant champagne made with a minimal dosage.
|
| 21 |
Pol Roger Lovely wine with a very rich and smooth character.
|
| 18 |
Charles Heidsieck The original Champagne Charley (also known as “the good Heidsieck”).
|
| 17 |
Louis Roederer Fine and elegant with depth and length, one of the best N.V.’s out there.
|
| 23 |
Bollinger A slightly heavier and more complex expression of champagne with many fans.
|
| 24 |
Krug The ultimate non-vintage champagne.
|
| Bin | Vintage & Prestige Cuvée | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 |
Billecart-Salmon
Dry and intense vintage wine that has received no dosage. |
2013 | - | 180 |
| 29 |
Blanc des Millénaires
A first rate example of what chardonnay brings to Champagne.
Charles Heidsieck
|
2006 | - | 425 |
| 27 |
Pol Roger
Pol’s vintage wines are among the best in the region. |
2008 | - | 200 |
| 31 |
Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs
A grand example of this benchmark blanc de Blancs.
Taittinger
|
2007 | - | 300 |
| 35 |
Cuvée Niçolas Francois
A real insiders champagne that critics rate as highly as vintage Krug.
Billecart Salmon
|
2006 | - | 225 |
| 32 |
Clos Des Goisses
One of the few site specific wines in champagne and one of the very best.
Philipponnat
|
2009 | - | 300 |
| 30 |
Dom Pérignon
The benchmark for luxury champagne.
Moët et Chandon
|
2009 | - | 400 |
| 34 |
Cristal
The most fashionable of all Champagne cuvees.
Louis Roederer
|
2007 | - | 500 |
| 37 |
Krug
A very fine vintage Krug with a long life ahead of it. |
2000 | - | 600 |
| 38 |
Salon
The most exclusive and highly regarded champagne there is.
Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs
|
2006 | - | 1100 |
| Bin | Vintage & Prestige Cuvée |
|---|---|
| 26 |
Billecart-Salmon Dry and intense vintage wine that has received no dosage.
|
| 29 |
Blanc des Millénaires A first rate example of what chardonnay brings to Champagne.
|
| 27 |
Pol Roger Pol’s vintage wines are among the best in the region.
|
| 31 |
Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs A grand example of this benchmark blanc de Blancs.
|
| 35 |
Cuvée Niçolas Francois A real insiders champagne that critics rate as highly as vintage Krug.
|
| 32 |
Clos Des Goisses One of the few site specific wines in champagne and one of the very best.
|
| 30 |
Dom Pérignon The benchmark for luxury champagne.
|
| 34 |
Cristal The most fashionable of all Champagne cuvees.
|
| 37 |
Krug A very fine vintage Krug with a long life ahead of it.
|
| 38 |
Salon The most exclusive and highly regarded champagne there is.
|
| Bin | Rose Champagne | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 |
Billecart-Salmon
Very fine rosé from this excellent small house. |
NV | - | 140 |
| 39 |
Laurent-Perrier
The ever popular benchmark for rosé. |
NV | - | 170 |
| Bin | Rose Champagne |
|---|---|
| 40 |
Billecart-Salmon Very fine rosé from this excellent small house.
|
| 39 |
Laurent-Perrier The ever popular benchmark for rosé.
|
| Bin | Sparkling Wine | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 |
Kaapse Vonkel
Méthode Cap Classique Simonsig. This is the Cape’s first proper fizz and is still at the top of its game.
South Africa
|
2022 | - | 55 |
| 44 |
Moscato D’Asti Azienda Runchet
Light in alcohol, slightly sweet, fizzy and supremely refreshing.
Italy
|
2022 | - | 51 |
| 42 |
Nyetimber Classic Cuvée
The cream of the crop for English fizz.
England
|
NV | - | 105 |
| Bin | Sparkling Wine |
|---|---|
| 45 |
Kaapse Vonkel Méthode Cap Classique Simonsig. This is the Cape’s first proper fizz and is still at the top of its game.
|
| 44 |
Moscato D’Asti Azienda Runchet Light in alcohol, slightly sweet, fizzy and supremely refreshing.
|
| 42 |
Nyetimber Classic Cuvée The cream of the crop for English fizz.
|
| Bin | Gewürztraminer | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46 |
Gewürztraminer
Textbook aromatically perfumed wine with good definition on the palate.
Rolly Gassmann
|
2019 | - | 85 |
| 49 |
Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Hengst
Full blown gewurztraminer with lots of residual sweetness kept in check with refreshing acidity.
Zind Humbrecht
|
2012 | - | 110 |
| 48 |
Gewurztraminer Clos Windsbuhl
Massive whilst remaining elegant; this approaches Vendage Tardive levels of concentration and sweetness.
Zind Humbrecht
|
2012 | - | 125 |
| Bin | Gewürztraminer |
|---|---|
| 46 |
Gewürztraminer Textbook aromatically perfumed wine with good definition on the palate.
|
| 49 |
Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Hengst Full blown gewurztraminer with lots of residual sweetness kept in check with refreshing acidity.
|
| 48 |
Gewurztraminer Clos Windsbuhl Massive whilst remaining elegant; this approaches Vendage Tardive levels of concentration and sweetness.
|
| Bin | Riesling | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 |
Riesling Grand Cru Schlossberg
Rich yet dry in classic Trimbach fashion.
Trimbach
|
2014 | - | 100 |
| 54 |
Riesling Clos Ste. Hune
One of the greatest wines made in Alsace with the weight if a Vendage Tardive but dry.
Trimbach
|
2002 | - | 265 |
| 55 |
Riesling Clos Ste. Hune
The Romanée-Conti of Alsace; meticulously produced from a perfectly sited vineyard.
Trimbach
|
2005 | - | 275 |
| Bin | Riesling |
|---|---|
| 51 |
Riesling Grand Cru Schlossberg Rich yet dry in classic Trimbach fashion.
|
| 54 |
Riesling Clos Ste. Hune One of the greatest wines made in Alsace with the weight if a Vendage Tardive but dry.
|
| 55 |
Riesling Clos Ste. Hune The Romanée-Conti of Alsace; meticulously produced from a perfectly sited vineyard.
|
| Bin | Pinot Gris | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 |
Pinot Gris Altenbourg
Luxuriant and full pinot gris bordering on VT sweetness.
Weinbach
|
2009 | - | 100 |
| Bin | Pinot Gris |
|---|---|
| 56 |
Pinot Gris Altenbourg Luxuriant and full pinot gris bordering on VT sweetness.
|
| Bin | Other Varieties | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58 |
Pinot Blanc Reservé
Rich but not overblown, another classic from the Fallers.
Weinbach
|
2020 | - | 67 |
| Bin | Other Varieties |
|---|---|
| 58 |
Pinot Blanc Reservé Rich but not overblown, another classic from the Fallers.
|
| Bin | Sweet | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 |
Gewurztraminer Clos de Capucins Vendages Tardives
Sweet and hedonistic stuff exhibiting strong lychee character.
Weinbach (70cl)
|
1983 | - | 150 |
| 64 |
Riesling Sélection de Grains Noble
One of the finest expressions of intensely sweet riesling you can find.
Hugel
|
1988 | - | 150 |
| 65 |
Pinot Gris Sélection de Grains Noble
Powerful and concentrated with great breadth and aromatic weight.
Hugel
|
1989 | - | 165 |
| Bin | Sweet |
|---|---|
| 63 |
Gewurztraminer Clos de Capucins Vendages Tardives Sweet and hedonistic stuff exhibiting strong lychee character.
|
| 64 |
Riesling Sélection de Grains Noble One of the finest expressions of intensely sweet riesling you can find.
|
| 65 |
Pinot Gris Sélection de Grains Noble Powerful and concentrated with great breadth and aromatic weight.
|
| Bin | Red, Côtes De Blaye & Bourg | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 |
Château Grand Village
A really stunning Fronsac from the owners of Lafleur. |
2018 | - | 62 |
| 72 |
Château Roc de Cambes
New wave, garagiste wine showing amazing finesse for this A.C.
Côtes de Bourg
|
2008 | - | 120 |
| Bin | Red, Côtes De Blaye & Bourg |
|---|---|
| 71 |
Château Grand Village A really stunning Fronsac from the owners of Lafleur.
|
| 72 |
Château Roc de Cambes New wave, garagiste wine showing amazing finesse for this A.C.
|
| Bin | Red, Haut-Médoc | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67 |
Château Cantemerle
Elegant vintage of this improved and now somewhat underrated property.
5ème Cru Classé
|
2015 | - | 105 |
| Bin | Red, Haut-Médoc |
|---|---|
| 67 |
Château Cantemerle Elegant vintage of this improved and now somewhat underrated property.
|
| Bin | Red, Saint-Estèphe | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 |
Les Pagodes de Cos
Probably the finest example of Cos d’Estournel’s second wine ever made, up there with the grand vins of the ‘80’s and ‘90’s quality wise. |
2010 | - | 150 |
| 74 |
Château Cos d’Estournel
A very fine effort from Cos and typical of their ambition to be shoulder to shoulder with the first growths.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2008 | - | 225 |
| 73 |
Château Montrose
A great, early drinking, Montrose from a little vintage
3ème Cru Classé
|
2013 | - | 240 |
| 75 |
Château Calon-Ségur
Really majestic old–school claret that’s just starting to open up nicely.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 300 |
| 76 |
Château Cos d’Estournel
Serious Cos that is still very youthful and just starting to be approachable.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 500 |
| 77 |
Château Cos d’Estournel
A stunning Cos; probably their best wine of the nineties.
2ème Cru Classé
|
1995 | - | 525 |
| Bin | Red, Saint-Estèphe |
|---|---|
| 70 |
Les Pagodes de Cos Probably the finest example of Cos d’Estournel’s second wine ever made, up there with the grand vins of the ‘80’s and ‘90’s quality wise.
|
| 74 |
Château Cos d’Estournel A very fine effort from Cos and typical of their ambition to be shoulder to shoulder with the first growths.
|
| 73 |
Château Montrose A great, early drinking, Montrose from a little vintage
|
| 75 |
Château Calon-Ségur Really majestic old–school claret that’s just starting to open up nicely.
|
| 76 |
Château Cos d’Estournel Serious Cos that is still very youthful and just starting to be approachable.
|
| 77 |
Château Cos d’Estournel A stunning Cos; probably their best wine of the nineties.
|
| Bin | Red, Pauillac | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 |
Château Lacoste Borie
A really decent quaffing claret, the second wine of Grand-Puy-Lacoste. |
2015 | - | 95 |
| 79 |
Château Duhart-Milon
A great example from Lafite’s second estate, built in the mould of its big brother.
4ème Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 240 |
| 82 |
Château Haut-Batailley
Landmark wine from this property in the fantastic ’10 vintage.
5ème Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 175 |
| 81 |
Château d'Armailhac
A well proportioned claret from Mouton-Rothschild’s other estate.
5ème Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 195 |
| 85 |
Château Pontet-Canet
A very fine wine from the most improved estate in Pauillac.
5ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 350 |
| 86 |
Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste
An elegant wine from a great vintage; up there with the best wines made here.
5ème Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 250 |
| 89 |
Château Pichon-Longueville Comtes de Lalande
Serious, long term wine with Pichon’s trademark style.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 340 |
| 87 |
Château Pichon-Longueville Baron
Very fine from one of the best balanced and classically proportioned vintages of the ‘00’s.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 370 |
| 92 |
Château Mouton-Rothschild
An all time great Mouton that is opening up for rewarding early drinking.
1er Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 1400 |
| 93 |
Château Mouton-Rothschild
Probably the finest Mouton of the nineties; starting to drink very well.
1er Cru Classé
|
1998 | - | 990 |
| 94 |
Château Mouton-Rothschild
1er Cru Classé One of the finest wines produced in the great eighty two vintage.
1er Cru Classé
|
1982 | - | 2300 |
| 96 |
Château Lafite-Rothschild
A monumental Lafite with outstanding freshness for the vintage.
1er Cru Classé
|
2003 | - | 1900 |
| 98 |
Château Lafite-Rothschild
From a modern classic of a vintage this is very fine Lafite showing great breeding.
1er Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 1950 |
| 97 |
Château Latour
A grand and lavish Latour that’s very approachable now.
1er Cru Classé
|
2003 | - | 1800 |
| 99 |
Château Latour
Monumental stuff, one of the all time great Latours.
1er Cru Classé
|
1995 | - | 1400 |
| 100 |
Château Latour
1er Cru Classé A great modern Latour still at its most powerful and vibrant (2016 ex- Château release).
1er Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 1950 |
| Bin | Red, Pauillac |
|---|---|
| 78 |
Château Lacoste Borie A really decent quaffing claret, the second wine of Grand-Puy-Lacoste.
|
| 79 |
Château Duhart-Milon A great example from Lafite’s second estate, built in the mould of its big brother.
|
| 82 |
Château Haut-Batailley Landmark wine from this property in the fantastic ’10 vintage.
|
| 81 |
Château d'Armailhac A well proportioned claret from Mouton-Rothschild’s other estate.
|
| 85 |
Château Pontet-Canet A very fine wine from the most improved estate in Pauillac.
|
| 86 |
Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste An elegant wine from a great vintage; up there with the best wines made here.
|
| 89 |
Château Pichon-Longueville Comtes de Lalande Serious, long term wine with Pichon’s trademark style.
|
| 87 |
Château Pichon-Longueville Baron Very fine from one of the best balanced and classically proportioned vintages of the ‘00’s.
|
| 92 |
Château Mouton-Rothschild An all time great Mouton that is opening up for rewarding early drinking.
|
| 93 |
Château Mouton-Rothschild Probably the finest Mouton of the nineties; starting to drink very well.
|
| 94 |
Château Mouton-Rothschild 1er Cru Classé One of the finest wines produced in the great eighty two vintage.
|
| 96 |
Château Lafite-Rothschild A monumental Lafite with outstanding freshness for the vintage.
|
| 98 |
Château Lafite-Rothschild From a modern classic of a vintage this is very fine Lafite showing great breeding.
|
| 97 |
Château Latour A grand and lavish Latour that’s very approachable now.
|
| 99 |
Château Latour Monumental stuff, one of the all time great Latours.
|
| 100 |
Château Latour 1er Cru Classé A great modern Latour still at its most powerful and vibrant (2016 ex- Château release).
|
| Bin | Red, Saint-Julien | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 107 |
Château Gruaud-Larose
A fresh and generous wine from the vintage of the century.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 285 |
| 111 |
Château Lalande-Borie
Ducru-Beaucaillou’s other St.-Julien estate is absolutely stunning in this great vintage. |
2015 | - | 110 |
| 104 |
Château Lagrange
A slightly overlooked large estate producing decent quantities of fine wines.
3ème Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 225 |
| 105 |
Château Léoville-Barton
An open and approachable Barton; really lovely.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2008 | - | 175 |
| 101 |
Château Branaire-Ducru
One of the finest wines produced here; drinking beautifully now.
4ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 200 |
| 102 |
Château Léoville-Poyferre
Now rated up there with the best in Bordeaux an excellent Poyferre from a stunning vintage.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 350 |
| 108 |
Château Léoville-Las Cases
A great Las Cases that is drinking very well now.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 600 |
| 106 |
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou
A great effort from Ducru in a truly stellar vintage.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 475 |
| Bin | Red, Saint-Julien |
|---|---|
| 107 |
Château Gruaud-Larose A fresh and generous wine from the vintage of the century.
|
| 111 |
Château Lalande-Borie Ducru-Beaucaillou’s other St.-Julien estate is absolutely stunning in this great vintage.
|
| 104 |
Château Lagrange A slightly overlooked large estate producing decent quantities of fine wines.
|
| 105 |
Château Léoville-Barton An open and approachable Barton; really lovely.
|
| 101 |
Château Branaire-Ducru One of the finest wines produced here; drinking beautifully now.
|
| 102 |
Château Léoville-Poyferre Now rated up there with the best in Bordeaux an excellent Poyferre from a stunning vintage.
|
| 108 |
Château Léoville-Las Cases A great Las Cases that is drinking very well now.
|
| 106 |
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou A great effort from Ducru in a truly stellar vintage.
|
| Bin | Red, Margaux | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 112 |
Baron de Brane
A fresh an full bodied vintage of well second wine of Brane-Cantenac. |
2019 | - | 100 |
| 110 |
Château Rauzan-Gassies
A well structured effort from this under the radar estate.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 150 |
| 109 |
Château Boyd-Cantenac
3ème Cru Classé Mature wine from a very great vintage and a slightly overlooked property.
3ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 190 |
| 114 |
Château Brane-Cantenac
2ème Cru Classé Dark and deep in a reassuringly old fashioned way.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 210 |
| 113 |
Château Rauzan-Ségla
Very fine wine from what is now one of the top properties in Margaux.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 350 |
| 115 |
Château Palmer
Linear, structured and a contender for wine of the vintage.
3ème Cru Classé
|
2004 | - | 500 |
| 117 |
Château Margaux
1er Cru Classé A fine and gentle Margaux that show the breeding of a true first growth.
1er Cru Classé
|
1998 | - | 1000 |
| 116 |
Château Margaux
A great wine from Margaux, starting to open up nicely.
1er Cru Classé
|
1995 | - | 1200 |
| Bin | Red, Margaux |
|---|---|
| 112 |
Baron de Brane A fresh an full bodied vintage of well second wine of Brane-Cantenac.
|
| 110 |
Château Rauzan-Gassies A well structured effort from this under the radar estate.
|
| 109 |
Château Boyd-Cantenac 3ème Cru Classé Mature wine from a very great vintage and a slightly overlooked property.
|
| 114 |
Château Brane-Cantenac 2ème Cru Classé Dark and deep in a reassuringly old fashioned way.
|
| 113 |
Château Rauzan-Ségla Very fine wine from what is now one of the top properties in Margaux.
|
| 115 |
Château Palmer Linear, structured and a contender for wine of the vintage.
|
| 117 |
Château Margaux 1er Cru Classé A fine and gentle Margaux that show the breeding of a true first growth.
|
| 116 |
Château Margaux A great wine from Margaux, starting to open up nicely.
|
| Bin | Red, Pessac-Léognan and Graves | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 119 |
Château Gazin Rocquencourt
Couhins has produced an excellent wine in this exceptional vintage.
Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 90 |
| 120 |
Château Haut-Bailly
A superb wine from this immensely successful estate.
Grand Cru Classé
|
2014 | - | 225 |
| 118 |
Château Smith Haut Lafitte
A great wine from a run of vintages when this estate could do no wrong.
Grand Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 375 |
| 122 |
Château La Mission-Haut-Brion
Excellent offering from this estate in this very warm vintage.
Cru Classé
|
2008 | - | 550 |
| 124 |
Château Haut-Brion
Delicate but nuanced and powerful in a style unique to Haut-Brion.
1er Cru Classé
|
2008 | - | 800 |
| 123 |
Château Haut-Brion
An exceptional Haut-Brion; built for the long haul, drinking beautifully now.
1er Cru Classé
|
1996 | - | 975 |
| 121 |
Château Haut-Brion
A near perfect Haut-Brion; one of the finest wines ever made here.
1er Cru Classé
|
1990 | - | 1800 |
| Bin | Red, Pessac-Léognan and Graves |
|---|---|
| 119 |
Château Gazin Rocquencourt Couhins has produced an excellent wine in this exceptional vintage.
|
| 120 |
Château Haut-Bailly A superb wine from this immensely successful estate.
|
| 118 |
Château Smith Haut Lafitte A great wine from a run of vintages when this estate could do no wrong.
|
| 122 |
Château La Mission-Haut-Brion Excellent offering from this estate in this very warm vintage.
|
| 124 |
Château Haut-Brion Delicate but nuanced and powerful in a style unique to Haut-Brion.
|
| 123 |
Château Haut-Brion An exceptional Haut-Brion; built for the long haul, drinking beautifully now.
|
| 121 |
Château Haut-Brion A near perfect Haut-Brion; one of the finest wines ever made here.
|
| Bin | Red, Pomerol | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 123 |
L’Hospitalet de Gazin
Château Gazin’s first rate second wine from one of the greatest modern vintages. |
2015 | - | 115 |
| 129 |
Château Plince
A bright, early drinking claret from a warm vintage. |
2020 | - | 120 |
| 132 |
Château L'Evangile
Spectacular Pomerol from Lafite’s right bank operation. |
2010 | - | 550 |
| 131 |
Château Gazin
A great Gazin comparable to the ’09 and ’10 vintages. |
2012 | - | 165 |
| 127 |
Château Clinet
A ripe and structured wine from one of Pomerol’s top properties. |
2008 | - | 225 |
| 128 |
Château Hosanna
A lesson in elegance from what is now one of the top Pomerols. |
2009 | - | 400 |
| 130 |
Château La Fleur-Pétrus
An exceptional example and one of the finest wines of this vintage. |
2009 | - | 500 |
| 134 |
Château Le Pin
A top offering of one of Bordeaux’s most collectable wines. |
1989 | - | 3500 |
| 133 |
Château Pétrus
A truly grand and opulent Petrus that’s open for early drinking. |
2009 | - | 6000 |
| 135 |
Château Pétrus
One of the greatest wines ever produced at Pétrus, truly outstanding. |
1989 | - | 6000 |
| Bin | Red, Pomerol |
|---|---|
| 123 |
L’Hospitalet de Gazin Château Gazin’s first rate second wine from one of the greatest modern vintages.
|
| 129 |
Château Plince A bright, early drinking claret from a warm vintage.
|
| 132 |
Château L'Evangile Spectacular Pomerol from Lafite’s right bank operation.
|
| 131 |
Château Gazin A great Gazin comparable to the ’09 and ’10 vintages.
|
| 127 |
Château Clinet A ripe and structured wine from one of Pomerol’s top properties.
|
| 128 |
Château Hosanna A lesson in elegance from what is now one of the top Pomerols.
|
| 130 |
Château La Fleur-Pétrus An exceptional example and one of the finest wines of this vintage.
|
| 134 |
Château Le Pin A top offering of one of Bordeaux’s most collectable wines.
|
| 133 |
Château Pétrus A truly grand and opulent Petrus that’s open for early drinking.
|
| 135 |
Château Pétrus One of the greatest wines ever produced at Pétrus, truly outstanding.
|
| Bin | Red, Saint-Émilion | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 136 |
Château Barrail Du Blanc
Very fine traditional claret from this small property.
Grand Cru Classé
|
2022 | - | 80 |
| 142 |
Croix Canon
Grand Cru Classé The second wine of Château Canon form an exceptional year, drinking beautifully now.
Grand Cru Classé
|
2014 | - | 120 |
| 138 |
Château Pavie Maquin
A serious, concentrated wine with a fresh lift from a winery that now commands serious respect.
1er Grand Cru Classé
|
2015 | - | 260 |
| 137 |
Château Beauséjour Duffau-Lagarrosse
A stone cold classic from this great, great vintage.
1er Grand Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 195 |
| 149 |
Chapelle d’Ausone
Only produced in tiny quantities this second wine of Ausone is one of the best wine s of the ’07 vintage.
Grand Cru Classé
|
2007 | - | 230 |
| 140 |
Château Angelus
First rate effort from an estate ranked alongside the very best by most critics.
1er Grand Cru Classé
|
2007 | - | 480 |
| 139 |
Château Figeac
Great, mid weight Figeac from a fantastic vintage.
1er Grand Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 500 |
| 143 |
Château Ausone
A big tannic bruiser that’s just starting to open up.
1er Grand Cru Classé (A)
|
1988 | - | 600 |
| 144 |
Château Ausone
A lighter, more open style of wine in the early stages of maturity.
1er Grand Cru Classé (A)
|
1989 | - | 650 |
| 141 |
Château Pavie
A monumental wine rated by some as one of the greatest clarets of the last half century.
1er Grand Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 700 |
| 145 |
Château Cheval Blanc
A very fine Cheval Blanc; possibly their best wine of the nineties.
1er Grand Cru Classé (A)
|
1995 | - | 750 |
| 125 |
Château Cheval Blanc
A very grand, and fully mature, Cheval from an ever pleasing vintage.
1er Grand Cru Classé (A)
|
1985 | - | 850 |
| 148 |
Château Grand Village Blanc
A really stunning white Fronsac from the owners of Château Lafleur. |
2021 | - | 60 |
| 147 |
Blanc de Lynch-Bages
A first rate vintage for this rare white. |
2017 | - | 150 |
| Bin | Red, Saint-Émilion |
|---|---|
| 136 |
Château Barrail Du Blanc Very fine traditional claret from this small property.
|
| 142 |
Croix Canon Grand Cru Classé The second wine of Château Canon form an exceptional year, drinking beautifully now.
|
| 138 |
Château Pavie Maquin A serious, concentrated wine with a fresh lift from a winery that now commands serious respect.
|
| 137 |
Château Beauséjour Duffau-Lagarrosse A stone cold classic from this great, great vintage.
|
| 149 |
Chapelle d’Ausone Only produced in tiny quantities this second wine of Ausone is one of the best wine s of the ’07 vintage.
|
| 140 |
Château Angelus First rate effort from an estate ranked alongside the very best by most critics.
|
| 139 |
Château Figeac Great, mid weight Figeac from a fantastic vintage.
|
| 143 |
Château Ausone A big tannic bruiser that’s just starting to open up.
|
| 144 |
Château Ausone A lighter, more open style of wine in the early stages of maturity.
|
| 141 |
Château Pavie A monumental wine rated by some as one of the greatest clarets of the last half century.
|
| 145 |
Château Cheval Blanc A very fine Cheval Blanc; possibly their best wine of the nineties.
|
| 125 |
Château Cheval Blanc A very grand, and fully mature, Cheval from an ever pleasing vintage.
|
| 148 |
Château Grand Village Blanc A really stunning white Fronsac from the owners of Château Lafleur.
|
| 147 |
Blanc de Lynch-Bages A first rate vintage for this rare white.
|
| Bin | Sweet Whites, Sauternes and Barsac | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 |
Château Doisy-Védrines
Rich, juicy wine full of candied fruit character
2ème Cru Classé
|
2016 | - | 120 |
| 152 |
Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey
One of the best wines ever made at this reinvigorated estate.
1er Cru Classé
|
2001 | - | 100 |
| 151 |
Château Rieussec
One of the finest modern wines produced at this outstanding property. 1er Cru Classé
1er Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 135 |
| 153 |
Château D’Yquem
Probably the best Sauternes vintage of the nineties this perfectly shows Yquem’s inimitable concentration.
1er Cru Supérieur
|
1997 | - | 660 |
| 154 |
Chateau D’Yquem
A great wine from this particularly exuberant vintage.
1er Cru Supérieur
|
1989 | - | 750 |
| 155 |
Château D’Yquem
Very big and expressive even by D’Yquems standards.
1er Cru Supérieur
|
1986 | - | 725 |
| 157 |
Château D’Yquem
A great vintage for D’Yquem and with some decent bottle age too.
1er Cru Supérieur
|
1983 | - | 800 |
| 156 |
Château D’Yquem
A chance to try one of the greatest D’Yquems of modern times.
1er Cru Supérieur
|
2003 | - | 7000 |
| Bin | Sweet Whites, Sauternes and Barsac |
|---|---|
| 150 |
Château Doisy-Védrines Rich, juicy wine full of candied fruit character
|
| 152 |
Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey One of the best wines ever made at this reinvigorated estate.
|
| 151 |
Château Rieussec One of the finest modern wines produced at this outstanding property. 1er Cru Classé
|
| 153 |
Château D’Yquem Probably the best Sauternes vintage of the nineties this perfectly shows Yquem’s inimitable concentration.
|
| 154 |
Chateau D’Yquem A great wine from this particularly exuberant vintage.
|
| 155 |
Château D’Yquem Very big and expressive even by D’Yquems standards.
|
| 157 |
Château D’Yquem A great vintage for D’Yquem and with some decent bottle age too.
|
| 156 |
Château D’Yquem A chance to try one of the greatest D’Yquems of modern times.
|
| Bin | White | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 784 |
Magnum, Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru Cuvée Dames de Flandres
A lavish and opulent wine that seems to over deliver in all departments. |
2003 | - | 540 |
| 183 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru Cuveé François de Salins
Top notch Corton from one of the great vintages of the century. |
2010 | - | 300 |
| Bin | White |
|---|---|
| 784 |
Magnum, Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru Cuvée Dames de Flandres A lavish and opulent wine that seems to over deliver in all departments.
|
| 183 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru Cuveé François de Salins Top notch Corton from one of the great vintages of the century.
|
| Bin | White, Chablis | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 158 |
Chablis
A typically elegant wine from this fine little producer.
Vincent Dampt
|
2023 | - | 68 |
| 159 |
Chablis 1er Cru Vaillon
Typically bright nose with subtle oak and a good mineral finish.
Albert Bichot Domaine Long-Depaquit
|
2020 | - | 100 |
| 162 |
Chablis Grand Cru Bougros
A fantastic effort from an under the radar producer in an exceptional vintage
Thierry Laffay
|
2015 | - | 135 |
| 163 |
Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos
Really impressive Grand Cru from a domain that is now rated alongside the best in Chablis.
Drouhin-Vaudon
|
2020 | - | 230 |
| 165 |
Chablis Grand Cru Moutonne
A focused and elegant Grand Cru from a well sited climat between Vaudésir and Les Preuses
Albert Bichot Domaine Long-Depaquit
|
2019 | - | 290 |
| 161 |
Chablis 1er Cru La Fôret
Fantastic and particularly age worthy wine from the best estate in Chablis
François Raveneau
|
2015 | - | 600 |
| Bin | White, Chablis |
|---|---|
| 158 |
Chablis A typically elegant wine from this fine little producer.
|
| 159 |
Chablis 1er Cru Vaillon Typically bright nose with subtle oak and a good mineral finish.
|
| 162 |
Chablis Grand Cru Bougros A fantastic effort from an under the radar producer in an exceptional vintage
|
| 163 |
Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos Really impressive Grand Cru from a domain that is now rated alongside the best in Chablis.
|
| 165 |
Chablis Grand Cru Moutonne A focused and elegant Grand Cru from a well sited climat between Vaudésir and Les Preuses
|
| 161 |
Chablis 1er Cru La Fôret Fantastic and particularly age worthy wine from the best estate in Chablis
|
| Bin | White, Mâconnais and Côte Challonaise | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 164 |
Bourgogne Aligote de Bouzeron
Aubert de Villaine of DRC makes a great little wine from this aligote only AC.
A et P de Villaine
|
2020 | - | 60 |
| 167 |
Viré-Clessé Tradition
Rich and generous one of Mâcon’s great little producers
René Michel
|
2019 | - | 72 |
| 168 |
Saint-Véran
Very fine Mâcon, structured and steely in the manner of good Côtes du Beaune whites
Saumaize-Michelin
|
2021 | - | 80 |
| 170 |
Mâcon-Verzé
This great domain’s Mâcon raises the bar for this whole region.
Domaine Leflaive
|
2020 | - | 90 |
| 172 |
Pouilly-Fuissé Pentacrine
Lovely defined and mineral wine from one of Mâcon’s best producers
Saumaize-Michelin
|
2020 | - | 95 |
| Bin | White, Mâconnais and Côte Challonaise |
|---|---|
| 164 |
Bourgogne Aligote de Bouzeron Aubert de Villaine of DRC makes a great little wine from this aligote only AC.
|
| 167 |
Viré-Clessé Tradition Rich and generous one of Mâcon’s great little producers
|
| 168 |
Saint-Véran Very fine Mâcon, structured and steely in the manner of good Côtes du Beaune whites
|
| 170 |
Mâcon-Verzé This great domain’s Mâcon raises the bar for this whole region.
|
| 172 |
Pouilly-Fuissé Pentacrine Lovely defined and mineral wine from one of Mâcon’s best producers
|
| Bin | White, Côtes du Beaune | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 174 |
St-Aubin 1er Cru Chanteniere
Classic white Burgundy from a tiny plot of old vines and an underrated producer
Henri Prudhon
|
2022 | - | 125 |
| 169 |
Meursault 1er Cru Sous Le Dos D’Ane
Beautiful white Beaune from an estate on absolutely top form
Domaine Leflaive
|
2015 | - | 375 |
| 177 |
Beaune 1er Cru Les Aigrots
Elegant Beaune from a producer renowned for purity, classically proportioned with pleasing intensity.
Domaine De Montille
|
2020 | - | 155 |
| 175 |
Meursault
Full and supremely elegant, rich yet soft on the palate.
Albert Bichot Domaine du Pavillon
|
2022 | - | 140 |
| 176 |
Puligny-Montrachet Les Nosroyes
A taught and mineral Puligny from this excellent but slightly under the radar domain.
Génot-Boulanger
|
2018 | - | 140 |
| 178 |
Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes
First rate Chassagne from this excellent, traditional producer
Jean Noel Gagnard
|
2020 | - | 160 |
| 166 |
Meursault 1er Cru Les Perrières
The wines from this large, historic estate are now amongst the top tier in Burgundy
Château de Meursault
|
2016 | - | 210 |
| 184 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
Serious Grand Cru with weight, power and style
Domaine De Montille
|
2015 | - | 240 |
| 179 |
Meursault
State of the art Meursault with the focus on purity rather than weight.
Guy Roulot
|
2020 | - | 1000 |
| 183 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
Hospices de Beaune. Top notch Corton from one of the great vintages of the century
Cuveé François de Salins
|
2010 | - | 300 |
| 173 |
Le Montrachet Grand Cru
A super example of one of the World’s finest white wines.
Domaine Jacques Prieur
|
2013 | - | 1300 |
| 180 |
Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Clavoillon
A nicely developed Puligny from a great year and a great domain
Domaine Leflaive
|
2014 | - | 400 |
| 182 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
A top wine at the prime of its ageing potential.
Bonneau du Martray
|
2005 | - | 450 |
| 186 |
Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru
Awesome Grand Cru wine from one of Burgundy’s top flight white wine producers
Domaine Leflaive
|
2014 | - | 2000 |
| 187 |
Le Montrachet Grand Cru
Vinified by Joseph Drouhin, this is truly the king of white Burgundy
Marquis de Laguiche
|
2015 | - | 1200 |
| 185 |
Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
An excellent offering of one of the most elegant Grand Crus.
Domaine Leflaive
|
2014 | - | 1500 |
| Bin | White, Côtes du Beaune |
|---|---|
| 174 |
St-Aubin 1er Cru Chanteniere Classic white Burgundy from a tiny plot of old vines and an underrated producer
|
| 169 |
Meursault 1er Cru Sous Le Dos D’Ane Beautiful white Beaune from an estate on absolutely top form
|
| 177 |
Beaune 1er Cru Les Aigrots Elegant Beaune from a producer renowned for purity, classically proportioned with pleasing intensity.
|
| 175 |
Meursault Full and supremely elegant, rich yet soft on the palate.
|
| 176 |
Puligny-Montrachet Les Nosroyes A taught and mineral Puligny from this excellent but slightly under the radar domain.
|
| 178 |
Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes First rate Chassagne from this excellent, traditional producer
|
| 166 |
Meursault 1er Cru Les Perrières The wines from this large, historic estate are now amongst the top tier in Burgundy
|
| 184 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru Serious Grand Cru with weight, power and style
|
| 179 |
Meursault State of the art Meursault with the focus on purity rather than weight.
|
| 183 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru Hospices de Beaune. Top notch Corton from one of the great vintages of the century
|
| 173 |
Le Montrachet Grand Cru A super example of one of the World’s finest white wines.
|
| 180 |
Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Clavoillon A nicely developed Puligny from a great year and a great domain
|
| 182 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru A top wine at the prime of its ageing potential.
|
| 186 |
Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru Awesome Grand Cru wine from one of Burgundy’s top flight white wine producers
|
| 187 |
Le Montrachet Grand Cru Vinified by Joseph Drouhin, this is truly the king of white Burgundy
|
| 185 |
Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru An excellent offering of one of the most elegant Grand Crus.
|
| Bin | Red | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 211 |
Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuveé Madeleine Collignon
Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru. |
2004 | - | 165 |
| 799 |
Magnum, Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuveé Madeleine Collignon
Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru. |
2004 | - | 300 |
| 220 |
Pommard 1er Cru Cuvée Dames de la Charité
Really bright and pretty Pommamrd; drinking beautifully now. |
2008 | - | 125 |
| 223 |
Beaune 1er Cru Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres
Lovely Beaune from a vintage proving itself in the long term. |
2008 | - | 125 |
| 233 |
Corton Grand Cru Cuvée Docteur Peste
Youthful and multilayered wine with huge potential |
2011 | - | 155 |
| 785 |
Magnum, Beaune 1er Cru Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres
Great Beaune from a delicious, fruit forward, vintage |
2015 | - | 200 |
| 786 |
Magnum, Pommard Cuvée Raymond Cyrot
A full and generous Pommard from this ripe year. |
2015 | - | 240 |
| Bin | Red |
|---|---|
| 211 |
Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuveé Madeleine Collignon Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru.
|
| 799 |
Magnum, Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuveé Madeleine Collignon Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru.
|
| 220 |
Pommard 1er Cru Cuvée Dames de la Charité Really bright and pretty Pommamrd; drinking beautifully now.
|
| 223 |
Beaune 1er Cru Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres Lovely Beaune from a vintage proving itself in the long term.
|
| 233 |
Corton Grand Cru Cuvée Docteur Peste Youthful and multilayered wine with huge potential
|
| 785 |
Magnum, Beaune 1er Cru Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres Great Beaune from a delicious, fruit forward, vintage
|
| 786 |
Magnum, Pommard Cuvée Raymond Cyrot A full and generous Pommard from this ripe year.
|
| Bin | Red, Côtes de Nuits | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 191 |
Chambolle-Musigny Vieilles Vignes Les Bussières
Thoughtfully made Chambolle from a very well regarded producer.
Oliver Jouan
|
2012 | - | 145 |
| 211 |
Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuveé
Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru
Hospices de Beaune
Madeleine Collignon |
2004 | - | 165 |
| 195 |
Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos des Varoilles
Great Premier Cru from one of the oldest vineyards in Burgundy.
Domaine des Varoilles
|
2018 | - | 215 |
| 194 |
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
Mature Grand Cru from a legendary vineyard.
Maison Jessiaume
|
2008 | - | 145 |
| 189 |
Morey-St.-Denis
Wonderful village Morey from a master of pinot.
Domaine Dujac
|
2015 | - | 400 |
| 190 |
Nuits–St.–Georges 1er Cru Clos
Rich and delicious wine from a well sited monopole vineyard
Domaine de L’Arlot
Clos Des Forets St.–Georges |
2015 | - | 240 |
| 188 |
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
Fine wine from a producer who has been working hard to significantly up their game
Château de la Tour
|
2009 | - | 180 |
| 192 |
Nuits–St.–Georges
First rate wine from this village’s iconic producer.
Henri Gouges
|
2015 | - | 160 |
| 201 |
Vosne–Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots
Very classy wine packed with ripe aromas and an opulent palate.
Domaine de L’Arlot
|
2013 | - | 215 |
| 204 |
Morey-St.-Denis
Excellent village wine from this great estate.
Domaine des Lambrays
|
2017 | - | 265 |
| 207 |
Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru
At this level Drouhin’s wines stand shoulder to shoulder with the best in Burgundy.
Joseph Drouhin
|
2011 | - | 325 |
| 202 |
Vosne–Romanée
Village wine to surpass many Grand Crus from this superstar producer.
Méo-Camuzet
|
2010 | - | 275 |
| 205 |
Musigny Grand Cru
A big wine built to age and the jewel in the crown of this top flight producer.
Comte Georges de Vogüé
|
2015 | - | 1200 |
| 193 |
Nuits–St.–Georges 1er Cru Les Damodes
Excellent premier cru from this small domain, based in Nuits–St.–Georges.
Jean Chauvenet
|
2012 | - | 185 |
| 197 |
Chambolle-Musigny
A superb Chambolle from the village’s finest producer in one of the great modern vintages
Comte Georges de Vogüé
|
2010 | - | 300 |
| 199 |
Clos de la Roche Grand Cru
A beautiful and elegant wine from this small Grand Cru in Morey-St.-Denis.
Joseph Drouhin
|
2012 | - | 425 |
| 203 |
Chambertin Grand Cru
Exceptional Chambertin from a reinvigorated and much sought after domain.
Domaine Jacques Prieur
|
2013 | - | 500 |
| 206 |
Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru
First rate wine from one of the best names in Burgundy
Comte Georges de Vogüé
|
2007 | - | 800 |
| 196 |
Clos de Tart Grand Cru
A stunning monopole Grand Cru from Morey-St.-Denis.
Mommessin
|
2009 | - | 800 |
| 212 |
Musigny Grand Cru
An exceptional example of one of the rarest and most highly prized wines in Burgundy
Comte Georges de Vogüé
|
2006 | - | 1000 |
| 198 |
Clos St.-Denis Grand Cru
Grand Cru Dujac from a great year; Burgundy doesn’t get much better than this
Domaine Dujac
|
2009 | - | 1100 |
| 208 |
Romanée-St.-Vivant Grand Cru
Serious wine from DRC’s most overlooked but most improved vineyard.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
|
2003 | - | 4250 |
| 215 |
Grands Échézeaux Grand Cru
A classy and taut wine with great depth and precision.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
|
2002 | - | 4250 |
| 209 |
Échézeaux Grand Cru
Full and voluptuous; one of the best Echézeaux's DRC have made.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
|
2005 | - | 4750 |
| 210 |
Richebourg Grand Cru
A great example of one of the top wines from this vintage
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
|
1991 | - | 5000 |
| 213 |
La Tâche Grand Cru
Pretty much the pinnacle of quality in red Burgundy.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
|
2006 | - | 7000 |
| Bin | Red, Côtes de Nuits |
|---|---|
| 191 |
Chambolle-Musigny Vieilles Vignes Les Bussières Thoughtfully made Chambolle from a very well regarded producer.
|
| 211 |
Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuveé Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru
|
| 195 |
Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos des Varoilles Great Premier Cru from one of the oldest vineyards in Burgundy.
|
| 194 |
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Mature Grand Cru from a legendary vineyard.
|
| 189 |
Morey-St.-Denis Wonderful village Morey from a master of pinot.
|
| 190 |
Nuits–St.–Georges 1er Cru Clos Rich and delicious wine from a well sited monopole vineyard
|
| 188 |
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Fine wine from a producer who has been working hard to significantly up their game
|
| 192 |
Nuits–St.–Georges First rate wine from this village’s iconic producer.
|
| 201 |
Vosne–Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots Very classy wine packed with ripe aromas and an opulent palate.
|
| 204 |
Morey-St.-Denis Excellent village wine from this great estate.
|
| 207 |
Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru At this level Drouhin’s wines stand shoulder to shoulder with the best in Burgundy.
|
| 202 |
Vosne–Romanée Village wine to surpass many Grand Crus from this superstar producer.
|
| 205 |
Musigny Grand Cru A big wine built to age and the jewel in the crown of this top flight producer.
|
| 193 |
Nuits–St.–Georges 1er Cru Les Damodes Excellent premier cru from this small domain, based in Nuits–St.–Georges.
|
| 197 |
Chambolle-Musigny A superb Chambolle from the village’s finest producer in one of the great modern vintages
|
| 199 |
Clos de la Roche Grand Cru A beautiful and elegant wine from this small Grand Cru in Morey-St.-Denis.
|
| 203 |
Chambertin Grand Cru Exceptional Chambertin from a reinvigorated and much sought after domain.
|
| 206 |
Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru First rate wine from one of the best names in Burgundy
|
| 196 |
Clos de Tart Grand Cru A stunning monopole Grand Cru from Morey-St.-Denis.
|
| 212 |
Musigny Grand Cru An exceptional example of one of the rarest and most highly prized wines in Burgundy
|
| 198 |
Clos St.-Denis Grand Cru Grand Cru Dujac from a great year; Burgundy doesn’t get much better than this
|
| 208 |
Romanée-St.-Vivant Grand Cru Serious wine from DRC’s most overlooked but most improved vineyard.
|
| 215 |
Grands Échézeaux Grand Cru A classy and taut wine with great depth and precision.
|
| 209 |
Échézeaux Grand Cru Full and voluptuous; one of the best Echézeaux's DRC have made.
|
| 210 |
Richebourg Grand Cru A great example of one of the top wines from this vintage
|
| 213 |
La Tâche Grand Cru Pretty much the pinnacle of quality in red Burgundy.
|
| Bin | Red, Côte de Beaune | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 230 |
Pommard 1er Cru Combes Dessus
Excellent age worthy and terroir driven wine from a most interesting domain
Marquis D’Angerville
|
2016 | - | 250 |
| 220 |
Pommard 1er Cru Cuvée Dames de la Charité
Really bright and pretty Pommard; drinking beautifully now.
Hospices de Beaune
|
2008 | - | 125 |
| 223 |
Beaune 1er Cru Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres
Lovely Beaune from a vintage proving itself in the long term
Hospices de Beaune
|
2008 | - | 125 |
| 233 |
Corton Grand Cru Cuvée Docteur Peste
Youthful and multi-layered wine with huge potential.
Hospices de Beaune
|
2011 | - | 155 |
| 235 |
Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches
Drouhin’s wines are renowned for elegance and precision and at this level are amongst the best in Burgundy
Joseph Drouhin
|
2016 | - | 210 |
| 234 |
Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru
The top wine from ever an excellent producer of deft and elegant wines
Tollot-Beaut
|
2014 | - | 180 |
| 229 |
Volnay 1er Cru Champans
Stunning wine from the finest vineyard and the best producer in the appellation
Marquis D’Angerville
|
2012 | - | 230 |
| Bin | Red, Côte de Beaune |
|---|---|
| 230 |
Pommard 1er Cru Combes Dessus Excellent age worthy and terroir driven wine from a most interesting domain
|
| 220 |
Pommard 1er Cru Cuvée Dames de la Charité Really bright and pretty Pommard; drinking beautifully now.
|
| 223 |
Beaune 1er Cru Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres Lovely Beaune from a vintage proving itself in the long term
|
| 233 |
Corton Grand Cru Cuvée Docteur Peste Youthful and multi-layered wine with huge potential.
|
| 235 |
Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches Drouhin’s wines are renowned for elegance and precision and at this level are amongst the best in Burgundy
|
| 234 |
Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru The top wine from ever an excellent producer of deft and elegant wines
|
| 229 |
Volnay 1er Cru Champans Stunning wine from the finest vineyard and the best producer in the appellation
|
| Bin | Red, Beaujolais | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 216 |
Côte de Brouilly
First rate Beaujolais, soft, persistent and balanced.
Daniel Bouland
|
2023 | - | 65 |
| 219 |
Fleurie Clos Vernay
This is the quality lead Beaujolais outpost of the famed Lafarges of Volnay
Domaine Lafarge-Vial
|
2017 | - | 90 |
| 218 |
Moulin-À-Vent Coeur de Terroirs Vieilles Vignes
Labruyère are crafting some of the finest wines in Beaujolais; deep and complex whilst still true to the appellation
Domaine Labruyère
|
2020 | - | 80 |
| Bin | Red, Beaujolais |
|---|---|
| 216 |
Côte de Brouilly First rate Beaujolais, soft, persistent and balanced.
|
| 219 |
Fleurie Clos Vernay This is the quality lead Beaujolais outpost of the famed Lafarges of Volnay
|
| 218 |
Moulin-À-Vent Coeur de Terroirs Vieilles Vignes Labruyère are crafting some of the finest wines in Beaujolais; deep and complex whilst still true to the appellation
|
| Bin | White, Northern | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 240 |
St Peray Les Pins
Marsanne with a touch of rousanne but with more focus and edge than you often find; bordering on exceptional
Bernard Gripa
|
2018 | - | 68 |
| 237 |
Condrieu
A full and balanced wine that is still the finest expression of viognier to be found anywhere
Domaine Blanc Christophe
|
2023 | - | 120 |
| Bin | White, Northern |
|---|---|
| 240 |
St Peray Les Pins Marsanne with a touch of rousanne but with more focus and edge than you often find; bordering on exceptional
|
| 237 |
Condrieu A full and balanced wine that is still the finest expression of viognier to be found anywhere
|
| Bin | White, Southern | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 241 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Blanc
Exotic and complex; a fine expression of white Châteauneuf.
Clos des Papes
|
2017 | - | 150 |
| 239 |
Tavel Rosé Vieilles Vignes
Deeply coloured and intensely flavoured rosé.
Tardieu-Laurent
|
2022 | - | 63 |
| Bin | White, Southern |
|---|---|
| 241 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Blanc Exotic and complex; a fine expression of white Châteauneuf.
|
| 239 |
Tavel Rosé Vieilles Vignes Deeply coloured and intensely flavoured rosé.
|
| Bin | Red, Northern | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 244 |
Croze-Hermitage Les Pierrelles
Lots of warm, fleshy syrah fruit on the nose with excellent concentration on the palate
Albert Belle
|
2022 | - | 57 |
| 246 |
St-Joseph
Wonderful savoury syrah with the emphasis on balance and perfumed aromas
André Perret
|
2020 | - | 77 |
| 245 |
Cornas Coteaux
Michel Tardieu is a self styled négotiant-éleveur whose noninterventionist wines are some of the finest in the Rhône
Tardieu-Laurent
|
2010 | - | 120 |
| 248 |
Côte-Rôtie Ampodium
Rostaing’s well situated vineyards produce compellingly balanced wines
René Rostaing
|
2015 | - | 135 |
| 247 |
Côte-Rôtie La Landonne
A real powerhouse of a wine; just starting to open up.
E. Guigal
|
2013 | - | 500 |
| 249 |
Côte-Rôtie La Mouline
A classic example of Guigal’s single vineyard wines with great power and freshness
E. Guigal
|
2012 | - | 500 |
| 251 |
Côte-Rôtie La Turque
As is often the case, this is the broadest and richest of the La Las
E. Guigal
|
2000 | - | 500 |
| 253 |
Hermitage
Maybe not a superstar but a well thought of domain delivering serious wines
Domaine du Colombier
|
2009 | - | 145 |
| 252 |
Hermitage Marquise du Tourette
A stone cold classic from an ascendant producer in a truly great vintage.
Delas Fréres
|
2010 | - | 175 |
| 257 |
Hermitage
Excellent wine from this small and highly sought after producer
Bernard Faurie
|
2009 | - | 150 |
| 255 |
Hermitage La Chapelle
After a few “lost years” new ownership has restored this wine to it’s status as one of the Rhône’s icons
Paul Jaboulet Aîné
|
2011 | - | 325 |
| 256 |
Hermitage Le Méal
An outstanding mature and approachable example of Chapoutier’s top wine
M. Chapoutier
|
2000 | - | 350 |
| 254 |
Hermitage
A first rate wine from one of the greatest winery’s anywhere
J.L. Chave
|
2000 | - | 600 |
| Bin | Red, Northern |
|---|---|
| 244 |
Croze-Hermitage Les Pierrelles Lots of warm, fleshy syrah fruit on the nose with excellent concentration on the palate
|
| 246 |
St-Joseph Wonderful savoury syrah with the emphasis on balance and perfumed aromas
|
| 245 |
Cornas Coteaux Michel Tardieu is a self styled négotiant-éleveur whose noninterventionist wines are some of the finest in the Rhône
|
| 248 |
Côte-Rôtie Ampodium Rostaing’s well situated vineyards produce compellingly balanced wines
|
| 247 |
Côte-Rôtie La Landonne A real powerhouse of a wine; just starting to open up.
|
| 249 |
Côte-Rôtie La Mouline A classic example of Guigal’s single vineyard wines with great power and freshness
|
| 251 |
Côte-Rôtie La Turque As is often the case, this is the broadest and richest of the La Las
|
| 253 |
Hermitage Maybe not a superstar but a well thought of domain delivering serious wines
|
| 252 |
Hermitage Marquise du Tourette A stone cold classic from an ascendant producer in a truly great vintage.
|
| 257 |
Hermitage Excellent wine from this small and highly sought after producer
|
| 255 |
Hermitage La Chapelle After a few “lost years” new ownership has restored this wine to it’s status as one of the Rhône’s icons
|
| 256 |
Hermitage Le Méal An outstanding mature and approachable example of Chapoutier’s top wine
|
| 254 |
Hermitage A first rate wine from one of the greatest winery’s anywhere
|
| Bin | Red, Southern | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 262 |
Cairanne Réserve des Seigneurs
Wonderful, handmade, wine from this ever great producer. |
2020 | - | 56 |
| 263 |
Gigondas
Rich and concentrated while still remaining elegant this is first rate Gigondas |
2021 | - | 110 |
| 271 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Cuvée Signature
Great wine from a top young domain specializing in old vines, old oak and gentle extraction. |
2016 | - | 120 |
| 267 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape
Effortlessly elegant; described by one critic as the Richbourg of Châteauneuf |
2020 | - | 150 |
| 270 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape
An excellent and classically proportioned wine from a property held in the highest esteem |
2011 | - | 145 |
| 272 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape
Very fine Châteauneuf made in the traditional style by this young, boutique producer |
2010 | - | 160 |
| 265 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape
Truly great Châteauneuf |
2009 | - | 220 |
| Bin | Red, Southern |
|---|---|
| 262 |
Cairanne Réserve des Seigneurs Wonderful, handmade, wine from this ever great producer.
|
| 263 |
Gigondas Rich and concentrated while still remaining elegant this is first rate Gigondas
|
| 271 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Cuvée Signature Great wine from a top young domain specializing in old vines, old oak and gentle extraction.
|
| 267 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Effortlessly elegant; described by one critic as the Richbourg of Châteauneuf
|
| 270 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape An excellent and classically proportioned wine from a property held in the highest esteem
|
| 272 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Very fine Châteauneuf made in the traditional style by this young, boutique producer
|
| 265 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Truly great Châteauneuf
|
| Bin | White, Anjou | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 274 |
Anjou Blanc Sec
Great chenin from one of the best new wine makers in the Loire; rich but crystal clear and with a rapier like precision.
Thibaud Boudignon
|
2020 | - | 85 |
| Bin | White, Anjou |
|---|---|
| 274 |
Anjou Blanc Sec Great chenin from one of the best new wine makers in the Loire; rich but crystal clear and with a rapier like precision.
|
| Bin | White, Touraine | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 275 |
Vouvray Le Peu de La Moriette Demi-Sec
A big botrytis nose and notable sweetness on the palate all held in place with refreshing acidity.
Domaine Pichot
|
2009 | - | 68 |
| Bin | White, Touraine |
|---|---|
| 275 |
Vouvray Le Peu de La Moriette Demi-Sec A big botrytis nose and notable sweetness on the palate all held in place with refreshing acidity.
|
| Bin | White, Central Vineyards | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 283 |
Pouilly-Fumé Silex
A pronounced varietal character is backed up with good length and concentration
Domaine De La Loge
|
2022 | - | 77 |
| 282 |
Sancerre Caillottes
First rate Sancerre with fresh and lemony with lots of grassy aromas.
Domaine La Croix Saint Laurent
|
2023 | - | 72 |
| 287 |
Sancerre Chêne Marchand
Powerful oak aged wine with amazing depth, aromatically and on the palate.
Vincent Pinard
|
2018 | - | 120 |
| 285 |
Sancerre Mont Damnées
Meticulously hand crafted from vineyard to cellar; it’s hard to imagine better Sancerre
Gérard Boulay
|
2022 | - | 120 |
| 288 |
Sancerre La Grande Côte
Rich and effortless wine with huge breadth and layers of flavour
François Cotat
|
2020 | - | 140 |
| 286 |
Pouilly-Fumé Silex
Pretty much the pinnacle of dry, white Loire.
Didier Daganeau
|
2020 | - | 325 |
| Bin | White, Central Vineyards |
|---|---|
| 283 |
Pouilly-Fumé Silex A pronounced varietal character is backed up with good length and concentration
|
| 282 |
Sancerre Caillottes First rate Sancerre with fresh and lemony with lots of grassy aromas.
|
| 287 |
Sancerre Chêne Marchand Powerful oak aged wine with amazing depth, aromatically and on the palate.
|
| 285 |
Sancerre Mont Damnées Meticulously hand crafted from vineyard to cellar; it’s hard to imagine better Sancerre
|
| 288 |
Sancerre La Grande Côte Rich and effortless wine with huge breadth and layers of flavour
|
| 286 |
Pouilly-Fumé Silex Pretty much the pinnacle of dry, white Loire.
|
| Bin | Rose, Touraine | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 290 |
Sybille Rosé
Sancerre rosé in all but name; as good as any in France.
Gérard Boulay
|
2022 | - | 72 |
| Bin | Rose, Touraine |
|---|---|
| 290 |
Sybille Rosé Sancerre rosé in all but name; as good as any in France.
|
| Bin | Red, Anjou-Saumur | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 289 |
Saumur-Champigny
Very fine and poised cabernet franc with pleasant ripeness and persistence.
Roches Neuves
|
2020 | - | 58 |
| 293 |
Bourgueil Les Perrières
Jacky Blot is the man of the moment in Vouvray and is making waves with these Burgundian takes on Bourgueil.
Domaine de la Butte
|
2017 | - | 75 |
| Bin | Red, Anjou-Saumur |
|---|---|
| 289 |
Saumur-Champigny Very fine and poised cabernet franc with pleasant ripeness and persistence.
|
| 293 |
Bourgueil Les Perrières Jacky Blot is the man of the moment in Vouvray and is making waves with these Burgundian takes on Bourgueil.
|
| Bin | Red, Central Vineyards | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 291 |
Sancerre Rouge Charlouise
Really great pinot with similar quality and longevity to premier cru Burgundy |
2021 | - | 115 |
| Bin | Red, Central Vineyards |
|---|---|
| 291 |
Sancerre Rouge Charlouise Really great pinot with similar quality and longevity to premier cru Burgundy
|
| Bin | Sweet, Touraine | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 294 |
Vouvray Moelleux Clos du Bourg 1er Trie
Rich and succulent wine with fresh acidity that still feels youthful. |
2002 | - | 85 |
| Bin | Sweet, Touraine |
|---|---|
| 294 |
Vouvray Moelleux Clos du Bourg 1er Trie Rich and succulent wine with fresh acidity that still feels youthful.
|
| Bin | White | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304 |
Arbois Chardonnay
Côtes du Jura Light with a very edgy complexity; much more to this than it’s “hipster wine” reputation may lead you to believe.
Domaine Du Pélican
|
2020 | - | 95 |
| Bin | White |
|---|---|
| 304 |
Arbois Chardonnay Côtes du Jura Light with a very edgy complexity; much more to this than it’s “hipster wine” reputation may lead you to believe.
|
| Bin | Red | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 306 |
Arbois Trousseau Cuvée des Géologues Les Bruyères
Côtes du Jura Light with a very edgy complexity; much more to this than it’s “hipster wine” reputation may lead you to believe.
Lucien Aviet
|
2017 | - | 90 |
| 308 |
Bandol Château Sainte Anne
Beautiful mouvedre based wine from the last great, undiscovered A.C.
Côte de Provence
|
2017 | - | 90 |
| Bin | Red |
|---|---|
| 306 |
Arbois Trousseau Cuvée des Géologues Les Bruyères Côtes du Jura Light with a very edgy complexity; much more to this than it’s “hipster wine” reputation may lead you to believe.
|
| 308 |
Bandol Château Sainte Anne Beautiful mouvedre based wine from the last great, undiscovered A.C.
|
| Bin | White, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 322 |
Riesling Kabinett Abstberg
Carl Von Schubert A racy and fruity Kabinett; the epitome of fine German wine.
Maximin Grünhäuser
|
2018 | - | 68 |
| 325 |
Riesling Kabinett Berncasteler Doctor
Text book wine from this great and rejuvenated estate.
Weingut Dr H Thanisch
|
2017 | - | 70 |
| 324 |
Riesling Auslese Bernkastler Badstube
Intense auslese with strong minerality as well as light botrytis.
J.J.Prüm
|
2015 | - | 95 |
| Bin | White, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer |
|---|---|
| 322 |
Riesling Kabinett Abstberg Carl Von Schubert A racy and fruity Kabinett; the epitome of fine German wine.
|
| 325 |
Riesling Kabinett Berncasteler Doctor Text book wine from this great and rejuvenated estate.
|
| 324 |
Riesling Auslese Bernkastler Badstube Intense auslese with strong minerality as well as light botrytis.
|
| Bin | White, Rheingau | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328 |
Riesling Grosses Gewächs Lorchhäuser Seligmacher
Delicate and dry yet still powerful this is the epitome of German Grand Cru.
August Kesseler
|
2016 | - | 125 |
| Bin | White, Rheingau |
|---|---|
| 328 |
Riesling Grosses Gewächs Lorchhäuser Seligmacher Delicate and dry yet still powerful this is the epitome of German Grand Cru.
|
| Bin | White, Rheinhessen | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 329 |
Riesling Trocken Molsheim
State of the art Riesling from this dry white specialist.
Battenfeld-Spanier
|
2020 | - | 77 |
| Bin | White, Rheinhessen |
|---|---|
| 329 |
Riesling Trocken Molsheim State of the art Riesling from this dry white specialist.
|
| Bin | White, Nahe | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 334 |
Riesling Auslese Monzinger Halenberg
An absolutely gorgeous and expressive wine with medium sweetness.
Emrich Schönleber
|
2010 | - | 80 |
| 335 |
Riesling Fruhlingsplatzchen Grosse Gewachs
Grosse Gewachs means grand cru or historic vineyard with the style being something like a dry auslese.
Emrich Schönleber
|
2010 | - | 125 |
| Bin | White, Nahe |
|---|---|
| 334 |
Riesling Auslese Monzinger Halenberg An absolutely gorgeous and expressive wine with medium sweetness.
|
| 335 |
Riesling Fruhlingsplatzchen Grosse Gewachs Grosse Gewachs means grand cru or historic vineyard with the style being something like a dry auslese.
|
| Bin | White | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 342 |
Riesling Federspiel Ried Burgstal
A pure and racy Riesling from Austria’s finest producer of dry whites.
F X Pichler
|
2021 | - | 95 |
| Bin | White |
|---|---|
| 342 |
Riesling Federspiel Ried Burgstal A pure and racy Riesling from Austria’s finest producer of dry whites.
|
| Bin | White, Veneto | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 348 |
Soave
Dry and crisp wine from one of Soave's benchmark producers
Pieropan
|
2022 | - | 60 |
| Bin | White, Veneto |
|---|---|
| 348 |
Soave Dry and crisp wine from one of Soave's benchmark producers
|
| Bin | White, Piemonte | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 |
Gavi La Minaia
Lovely Gavi with great mineral back bone.
Nicola Bergaglio
|
2023 | - | 56 |
| Bin | White, Piemonte |
|---|---|
| 350 |
Gavi La Minaia Lovely Gavi with great mineral back bone.
|
| Bin | White, Friuli-Venezia | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 354 |
Ribolla
Strange and fascinating wine made in amphora using ancient techniques (n.b. this is what is known as orange wine and is more than a little unusual) |
2006 | - | 100 |
| 353 |
Vintage Tunina
Stunningly rich and gently oaked this is Jermann’s flagship white |
2017 | - | 120 |
| Bin | White, Friuli-Venezia |
|---|---|
| 354 |
Ribolla Strange and fascinating wine made in amphora using ancient techniques (n.b. this is what is known as orange wine and is more than a little unusual)
|
| 353 |
Vintage Tunina Stunningly rich and gently oaked this is Jermann’s flagship white
|
| Bin | White, Marche | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 355 |
Verdicchio Classico Superiore
Complex, mineral and a fine wine by anyone’s yardstick; one of Italy’s best whites |
2022 | - | 56 |
| Bin | White, Marche |
|---|---|
| 355 |
Verdicchio Classico Superiore Complex, mineral and a fine wine by anyone’s yardstick; one of Italy’s best whites
|
| Bin | Red, Trentino | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 357 |
San Leonardo
Supremely elegant Bordeaux blend; firm and deep rather than a powerhouse
Tenuta San Leonardo
|
2014 | - | 200 |
| Bin | Red, Trentino |
|---|---|
| 357 |
San Leonardo Supremely elegant Bordeaux blend; firm and deep rather than a powerhouse
|
| Bin | Red, Veneto and the North East | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 358 |
Valpolicella
Fresh and bright modern Valpolicella from this ever excellent producer
Allegrini
|
2023 | - | 50 |
| 360 |
Valpolicella Classico Superiore
Stunning wine from a legendary estate that put Valpolicella on the map.
Quintarelli
|
2008 | - | 170 |
| 362 |
Amarone della Valpolicella
A relative newcomer to Amarone this small winery is already producing one of the best wines in the DOC
Marion
|
2018 | - | 185 |
| 365 |
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Elegant and restrained interpretation of Amarone from a historic winery
Bertani
|
2008 | - | 275 |
| 368 |
Amarone della Valpolicella
Dalforno’s Amarones are a real tour de force, crammed with flavour and lasting forever on the palate
Romano Dal Forno
|
2008 | - | 425 |
| 367 |
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Phenomenal wine that combines power and elegance in a true iron fist in a velvet glove style
Quintarelli
|
1997 | - | 550 |
| Bin | Red, Veneto and the North East |
|---|---|
| 358 |
Valpolicella Fresh and bright modern Valpolicella from this ever excellent producer
|
| 360 |
Valpolicella Classico Superiore Stunning wine from a legendary estate that put Valpolicella on the map.
|
| 362 |
Amarone della Valpolicella A relative newcomer to Amarone this small winery is already producing one of the best wines in the DOC
|
| 365 |
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Elegant and restrained interpretation of Amarone from a historic winery
|
| 368 |
Amarone della Valpolicella Dalforno’s Amarones are a real tour de force, crammed with flavour and lasting forever on the palate
|
| 367 |
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Phenomenal wine that combines power and elegance in a true iron fist in a velvet glove style
|
| Bin | Red, Piedmonte and Langhe | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 370 |
Dolcetto d’Alba
Beautiful light and soft Dolcetto from this superb producer.
E. Pira-Chiara Boschis
|
2022 | - | 55 |
| 371 |
Barbera d’Alba
Very intense fruit with low acid and tannin, very good indeed
G.D.Vajra
|
2023 | - | 72 |
| 369 |
Langhe Nebbiolo
An excellent baby Barolo with lots of fruit and mild tannin
Paolo Scavino
|
2021 | - | 64 |
| 375 |
Barbera d’Alba Cascina Francia
Voluptuous with a fresh touch of acidity to keep it in check.
Giacomo Conterno
|
2013 | - | 155 |
| 377 |
Barolo Castiglione
Very fine wine from one of Piedmont’s top vineyards
Vietti
|
2011 | - | 142 |
| 378 |
Barolo Brunate
Near perfect Barolo from a modern producer with a light touch.
Andrea Oberto
|
2010 | - | 185 |
| 381 |
Barolo Pira
A great wine from one of the most highly regarded producers in Piedmont.
Roagna
|
2013 | - | 330 |
| 376 |
Barolo
Serious Barolo, built for the long haul and drinking nicely now.
Elio Altare
|
2015 | - | 155 |
| 380 |
Barbaresco Montefico Risererva
Excellent, mature Cru Barbaresco from this benchmark cooperative.
Produttori del Barbaresco
|
2009 | - | 125 |
| 390 |
Barolo Colonnello
A fine example of one of Conterno's more open and opulent selections
Aldo Conterno
|
2005 | - | 280 |
| 373 |
Barolo Riserva Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe
Old vine single vineyard Barolo that combines power with elegance
Cavallotto
|
2008 | - | 195 |
| 374 |
Barolo Monprivato
Balanced and brilliant; another great vintage for one of the finest wines in Barolo
Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio
|
2009 | - | 220 |
| 385 |
Barolo Le Vigne
An excellent example of this tribute to traditional Barolo
Luciano Sandrone
|
2009 | - | 240 |
| 379 |
Barolo Arborina
Stunning Barolo with definite Burgundian leanings from a new wave pioneer
Elio Altare
|
2010 | - | 280 |
| 383 |
Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata Torriglione
Hand made wine that is one of the most sought after in Barolo.
Roberto Voerzio
|
2007 | - | 300 |
| 382 |
Barolo Cascina Francia
One of Piemonte’s finest producers of super pure traditional Barolo.
Giacomo Conterno
|
2009 | - | 375 |
| 384 |
Barolo Monfortino Riserva
The finest wine produced in Barolo, indeed maybe all of Italy (and possibly in the whole World?).
Giacomo Conterno
|
2005 | - | 1200 |
| 386 |
Barbaresco Santo Stefano
Outstanding wine from one of the greatest estates in the World.
Bruno Giacosa
|
2007 | - | 200 |
| 387 |
Barbaresco
Classic Gaja from a superb vintage
Gaja
|
2013 | - | 325 |
| Bin | Red, Piedmonte and Langhe |
|---|---|
| 370 |
Dolcetto d’Alba Beautiful light and soft Dolcetto from this superb producer.
|
| 371 |
Barbera d’Alba Very intense fruit with low acid and tannin, very good indeed
|
| 369 |
Langhe Nebbiolo An excellent baby Barolo with lots of fruit and mild tannin
|
| 375 |
Barbera d’Alba Cascina Francia Voluptuous with a fresh touch of acidity to keep it in check.
|
| 377 |
Barolo Castiglione Very fine wine from one of Piedmont’s top vineyards
|
| 378 |
Barolo Brunate Near perfect Barolo from a modern producer with a light touch.
|
| 381 |
Barolo Pira A great wine from one of the most highly regarded producers in Piedmont.
|
| 376 |
Barolo Serious Barolo, built for the long haul and drinking nicely now.
|
| 380 |
Barbaresco Montefico Risererva Excellent, mature Cru Barbaresco from this benchmark cooperative.
|
| 390 |
Barolo Colonnello A fine example of one of Conterno's more open and opulent selections
|
| 373 |
Barolo Riserva Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe Old vine single vineyard Barolo that combines power with elegance
|
| 374 |
Barolo Monprivato Balanced and brilliant; another great vintage for one of the finest wines in Barolo
|
| 385 |
Barolo Le Vigne An excellent example of this tribute to traditional Barolo
|
| 379 |
Barolo Arborina Stunning Barolo with definite Burgundian leanings from a new wave pioneer
|
| 383 |
Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata Torriglione Hand made wine that is one of the most sought after in Barolo.
|
| 382 |
Barolo Cascina Francia One of Piemonte’s finest producers of super pure traditional Barolo.
|
| 384 |
Barolo Monfortino Riserva The finest wine produced in Barolo, indeed maybe all of Italy (and possibly in the whole World?).
|
| 386 |
Barbaresco Santo Stefano Outstanding wine from one of the greatest estates in the World.
|
| 387 |
Barbaresco Classic Gaja from a superb vintage
|
| Bin | Red, Tuscany | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 391 |
Tignanello
A refined and elegant wine with a little more cabernet than usual in this sangiovese based Super-Tuscan.
Antinori
|
2014 | - | 300 |
| 389 |
Rosso di Montepulciano
Fresh modern wine from one of the D.O.C.’s best producers
Poliziano
|
2023 | - | 65 |
| 392 |
Chianti Classico
Really great Chianti; expansive, perfumed and very generous.
Monteraponi
|
2022 | - | 80 |
| 393 |
Brunello di Montalcino
An utterly delicious Brunello from a young estate with some of highest vineyards in the DOCG.
Le Ragnaie
|
2015 | - | 140 |
| 395 |
Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuove
Precise, succulent and with subtle oak, this is a perfect modern Brunello.
Casanova Di Neri
|
2010 | - | 600 |
| 394 |
Testamatta
Made entirely from Sangiovese, the emphasis here is on grace and harmony rather than blunt force extraction.
Bibi Graetz
|
2015 | - | 225 |
| 398 |
Sassicaia
A fine, youthful vintage from this cabernet based super Tuscan
Tenuta San Guido
|
2009 | - | 500 |
| 401 |
Brunello di Montalcino
The finest Brunello produced, showing great depth and subtlety.
Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera
|
1999 | - | 1200 |
| 402 |
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
Soldera’s wines have a delicate and ethereal nature that runs counter to the trend for extraction and colour.
Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera
|
1998 | - | 1400 |
| Bin | Red, Tuscany |
|---|---|
| 391 |
Tignanello A refined and elegant wine with a little more cabernet than usual in this sangiovese based Super-Tuscan.
|
| 389 |
Rosso di Montepulciano Fresh modern wine from one of the D.O.C.’s best producers
|
| 392 |
Chianti Classico Really great Chianti; expansive, perfumed and very generous.
|
| 393 |
Brunello di Montalcino An utterly delicious Brunello from a young estate with some of highest vineyards in the DOCG.
|
| 395 |
Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuove Precise, succulent and with subtle oak, this is a perfect modern Brunello.
|
| 394 |
Testamatta Made entirely from Sangiovese, the emphasis here is on grace and harmony rather than blunt force extraction.
|
| 398 |
Sassicaia A fine, youthful vintage from this cabernet based super Tuscan
|
| 401 |
Brunello di Montalcino The finest Brunello produced, showing great depth and subtlety.
|
| 402 |
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Soldera’s wines have a delicate and ethereal nature that runs counter to the trend for extraction and colour.
|
| Bin | Red, The South and the Islands | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 405 |
Etna Rosso
Made from nerello mascalese and leaning, stylistically, somewhere between Barolo and Burgundy
Terre Nere
|
2022 | - | 70 |
| 404 |
Passopisciaro
From the slopes of Mount Etna this stunning wine has almost Barolo-esque complexity
Franchetti
|
2017 | - | 90 |
| Bin | Red, The South and the Islands |
|---|---|
| 405 |
Etna Rosso Made from nerello mascalese and leaning, stylistically, somewhere between Barolo and Burgundy
|
| 404 |
Passopisciaro From the slopes of Mount Etna this stunning wine has almost Barolo-esque complexity
|
| Bin | White, Rias Biaxas | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 408 |
Albariño
One of the best Albariño’s out there, with a touch more depth than usual.
Pazo Señorans
|
2023 | - | 64 |
| Bin | White, Rias Biaxas |
|---|---|
| 408 |
Albariño One of the best Albariño’s out there, with a touch more depth than usual.
|
| Bin | White, Cantabria | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 409 |
Txakoli
Bone dry and slightly pétillant; one of the most interesting whites in Spain.
Bodegas Agerre
|
2022 | - | 50 |
| Bin | White, Cantabria |
|---|---|
| 409 |
Txakoli Bone dry and slightly pétillant; one of the most interesting whites in Spain.
|
| Bin | White, Rioja | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 412 |
Rioja Blanco
A fresh, modern Rioja made from estate grown, old vine grapes.
Luis Cãnas
|
2022 | - | 50 |
| 410 |
Rioja Blanco Trascueva
Floral on the nose with a taught yet creamy palate with the accent on expressive fruit not oak.
Bodegas Artuke
|
2021 | - | 100 |
| Bin | White, Rioja |
|---|---|
| 412 |
Rioja Blanco A fresh, modern Rioja made from estate grown, old vine grapes.
|
| 410 |
Rioja Blanco Trascueva Floral on the nose with a taught yet creamy palate with the accent on expressive fruit not oak.
|
| Bin | White, Valencia | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 413 |
Cullerot
Bright with a citrus peel character; made in amphora from the rare verdil variety
Celler del Roure
|
2021 | - | 50 |
| Bin | White, Valencia |
|---|---|
| 413 |
Cullerot Bright with a citrus peel character; made in amphora from the rare verdil variety
|
| Bin | Red, Priorat | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 416 |
Mas La Mola
A stunning offering from this young boutique winery that is as good as almost anything else in Priorat. |
2021 | - | 95 |
| 418 |
Finca Dofi
Benchmark single vineyard Priorat from the region’s pioneer.
Alvaro Palacios
|
2018 | - | 165 |
| Bin | Red, Priorat |
|---|---|
| 416 |
Mas La Mola A stunning offering from this young boutique winery that is as good as almost anything else in Priorat.
|
| 418 |
Finca Dofi Benchmark single vineyard Priorat from the region’s pioneer.
|
| Bin | Red, Rioja | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 423 |
Rioja Crianza
A juicy and quaffable Rioja from this excellent bodega.
Luis Cãnas
|
2020 | - | 55 |
| 427 |
Rioja Reserva
From one of Rioja’s grand old houses and now made wholly from grapes grown on the estate.
Marqués de Murrieta
|
2020 | - | 92 |
| 430 |
Selección de la Familia Reserva
The Selección Especial has only been released four times in fifty years and denotes truly exceptional vintages.
Luis Cãnas
|
2019 | - | 95 |
| 434 |
Viña El Pisón
Although now no longer labelled Rioja this is the pinnacle of Artadi’s terroir based approach to wine.
Artadi
|
2014 | - | 450 |
| 428 |
Rioja
Modern and fruit driven Rioja that retains a sense of place and doesn’t feel overworked.
Señorío De San Vincente
|
2016 | - | 130 |
| 428 |
Imperial Gran Reserva
Cuné’s Imperial vineyard is one of the highpoints of traditional Rioja.
C.V.N.E.
|
2011 | - | 145 |
| 432 |
La Cueva del Contador
The quality of the second wine from Benjamín Romeo’s lauded estate is suitably elevated as no Contador was produced in this vintage.
Bodegas Contador
|
2007 | - | 170 |
| 426 |
Gran Reserva 904
Lovely old style Rioja from an all time great vintage with generous weight and proven longevity.
La Rioja Alta
|
2010 | - | 160 |
| 433 |
Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial
A great release of one of Spain’s most iconic wines.
Marqués de Murrieta
|
2010 | - | 550 |
| 431 |
Gran Reserva 890 Selección Especial
A landmark release of one of the pinnacles of rioja.
La Rioja Alta
|
2005 | - | 310 |
| Bin | Red, Rioja |
|---|---|
| 423 |
Rioja Crianza A juicy and quaffable Rioja from this excellent bodega.
|
| 427 |
Rioja Reserva From one of Rioja’s grand old houses and now made wholly from grapes grown on the estate.
|
| 430 |
Selección de la Familia Reserva The Selección Especial has only been released four times in fifty years and denotes truly exceptional vintages.
|
| 434 |
Viña El Pisón Although now no longer labelled Rioja this is the pinnacle of Artadi’s terroir based approach to wine.
|
| 428 |
Rioja Modern and fruit driven Rioja that retains a sense of place and doesn’t feel overworked.
|
| 428 |
Imperial Gran Reserva Cuné’s Imperial vineyard is one of the highpoints of traditional Rioja.
|
| 432 |
La Cueva del Contador The quality of the second wine from Benjamín Romeo’s lauded estate is suitably elevated as no Contador was produced in this vintage.
|
| 426 |
Gran Reserva 904 Lovely old style Rioja from an all time great vintage with generous weight and proven longevity.
|
| 433 |
Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial A great release of one of Spain’s most iconic wines.
|
| 431 |
Gran Reserva 890 Selección Especial A landmark release of one of the pinnacles of rioja.
|
| Bin | Red, Toro | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 437 |
Pintia
An elegant style of Toro made in a cool year by Vega Sicilia’s outpost here.
Bodegas y Viñedos Pintia
|
2013 | - | 140 |
| Bin | Red, Toro |
|---|---|
| 437 |
Pintia An elegant style of Toro made in a cool year by Vega Sicilia’s outpost here.
|
| Bin | Red, Ribera Del Duero | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 443 |
Finca Villacreces
Wonderful full and expressive Ribera from a meticulously run property. |
2020 | - | 105 |
| 446 |
Alion
Superb, sophisticated wine; Vega Sicilia’s take on new wave Ribera.
Bodegas y Viñedos Alion
|
2019 | - | 225 |
| 448 |
Flor de Pingus
The little brother of Spain’s most expensive wine, this is still phenomenal in its own right.
Domino de Pingus
|
2012 | - | 165 |
| 449 |
Valbuena 5°
A great Valbuena, one of the very best.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
2010 | - | 325 |
| 450 |
Único
Another great release, really getting into its stride right now.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
1989 | - | 650 |
| 451 |
Unico
First rate vintage for Spain’s finest wine.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
1994 | - | 665 |
| 453 |
Unico
A more delicate and feminine expression of Unico.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
1996 | - | 575 |
| 454 |
Unico
This truly grand release from Vega Sicilia’s is up there with the greats.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
1998 | - | 600 |
| 455 |
Unico
One of the greatest wines produced here in recent years.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
2000 | - | 430 |
| Bin | Red, Ribera Del Duero |
|---|---|
| 443 |
Finca Villacreces Wonderful full and expressive Ribera from a meticulously run property.
|
| 446 |
Alion Superb, sophisticated wine; Vega Sicilia’s take on new wave Ribera.
|
| 448 |
Flor de Pingus The little brother of Spain’s most expensive wine, this is still phenomenal in its own right.
|
| 449 |
Valbuena 5° A great Valbuena, one of the very best.
|
| 450 |
Único Another great release, really getting into its stride right now.
|
| 451 |
Unico First rate vintage for Spain’s finest wine.
|
| 453 |
Unico A more delicate and feminine expression of Unico.
|
| 454 |
Unico This truly grand release from Vega Sicilia’s is up there with the greats.
|
| 455 |
Unico One of the greatest wines produced here in recent years.
|
| Bin | Red | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 460 |
Drink Me
An easy drinking red with the depth and character of a classic Douro wine.
Niepoort
|
2021 | - | 53 |
| 463 |
Chryseia
A massive and voluptuous wine from Bruno Prats of Cos D’Estournel.
Prats Symington
|
2013 | - | 130 |
| 462 |
Barca Velha
Portugal’s finest wine, this is only its 20th release since its inception in 1952.
Casa Ferreirinha
|
2011 | - | 900 |
| Bin | Red |
|---|---|
| 460 |
Drink Me An easy drinking red with the depth and character of a classic Douro wine.
|
| 463 |
Chryseia A massive and voluptuous wine from Bruno Prats of Cos D’Estournel.
|
| 462 |
Barca Velha Portugal’s finest wine, this is only its 20th release since its inception in 1952.
|
| Bin | Port | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 469 |
Warre’s
A big and youthful, chewy wine from one of the best names in Port. |
2003 | - | 120 |
| 466 |
Croft
Pleasingly ripe with some nice signs of development. |
1985 | - | 95 |
| 470 |
Graham’s
A strong effort from Graham’s with good weight, breadth and structure. |
1997 | - | 100 |
| 465 |
Warre’s
One of the best wines from this vintage, at the start of its drinking window. |
2007 | - | 120 |
| 473 |
Niepoort
A big wine with plenty of depth and elegance to back it up. |
2000 | - | 150 |
| 471 |
Dow’s
Very fine Port from one of only two big declarations in the eighties. Mature but with plenty of vigour left. |
1985 | - | 175 |
| 472 |
Taylor’s
A really great heavyweight wine from Taylor’s. |
1985 | - | 180 |
| 474 |
Fonseca
An exceptional Port from the big vintage of the eighties. |
1985 | - | 180 |
| 475 |
Fonseca
Very brawny offering from one of the few houses to declare in this excellent vintage. |
1992 | - | 185 |
| Bin | Port |
|---|---|
| 469 |
Warre’s A big and youthful, chewy wine from one of the best names in Port.
|
| 466 |
Croft Pleasingly ripe with some nice signs of development.
|
| 470 |
Graham’s A strong effort from Graham’s with good weight, breadth and structure.
|
| 465 |
Warre’s One of the best wines from this vintage, at the start of its drinking window.
|
| 473 |
Niepoort A big wine with plenty of depth and elegance to back it up.
|
| 471 |
Dow’s Very fine Port from one of only two big declarations in the eighties. Mature but with plenty of vigour left.
|
| 472 |
Taylor’s A really great heavyweight wine from Taylor’s.
|
| 474 |
Fonseca An exceptional Port from the big vintage of the eighties.
|
| 475 |
Fonseca Very brawny offering from one of the few houses to declare in this excellent vintage.
|
| Bin | Red, Bekka Valley | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 476 |
Chateau Musar
A truly unique wine that has attracted a dedicated following over the last five decades or more.
Gaston Hochar
|
2017 | - | 120 |
| Bin | Red, Bekka Valley |
|---|---|
| 476 |
Chateau Musar A truly unique wine that has attracted a dedicated following over the last five decades or more.
|
| Bin | White, Napa and Carneros | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 482 |
Chardonnay
Fresh, bright and never flabby, very highly regarded.
Grgich Hills
|
2020 | - | 125 |
| Bin | White, Napa and Carneros |
|---|---|
| 482 |
Chardonnay Fresh, bright and never flabby, very highly regarded.
|
| Bin | White, Santa Cruz Mountains | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 485 |
Estate Chardonnay
Although best known for their reds Ridge have been some of the best chardonnays in California since the early sixties
Ridge
|
2020 | - | 175 |
| Bin | White, Santa Cruz Mountains |
|---|---|
| 485 |
Estate Chardonnay Although best known for their reds Ridge have been some of the best chardonnays in California since the early sixties
|
| Bin | White, Sonoma | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 486 |
Chardonnay Kistler Vineyard
Kistler’s single vineyard chardonnays are California’s finest and are on par with Grand Cru Burgundy in terms of quality
Kistler
|
2014 | - | 250 |
| Bin | White, Sonoma |
|---|---|
| 486 |
Chardonnay Kistler Vineyard Kistler’s single vineyard chardonnays are California’s finest and are on par with Grand Cru Burgundy in terms of quality
|
| Bin | Red, Napa and Carneros | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
Beautiful cabernet with great balance between juicy fruit and defined structure.
Joseph Phelps
|
2016 | - | 200 |
| 508 |
Napanook
A very classy and exuberant cab dominated blend from this superb estate
Dominus Estate
|
2014 | - | 200 |
| 513 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
Grgich are one of the great names in Napa and produce a beautifully balance, savoury cab
Grgich Hills
|
2018 | - | 185 |
| 501 |
Belle Cousine
Dominated by merlot and reminiscent of fine Pomerol this is from a joint venture including the owner of DRC
Hyde de Villaine
|
2015 | - | 165 |
| 502 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
A textbook example of Napa cabernet; refined rather than too showy
Cakebread Cellars
|
2021 | - | 190 |
| 510 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
A first rate Bordeaux blend noted for balance and longevity
Philip Togni
|
2005 | - | 220 |
| 509 |
SLV Cabernet Sauvignon
Fine and balanced; the epitome of the iron fist in a velvet glove style
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
|
2012 | - | 250 |
| 514 |
Martha’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
A great vintage of this iconic cab
Heitz Cellars
|
2010 | - | 285 |
| 507 |
Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
A great release from one of the consistently best wineries in Napa
Staglin Family Vineyards
|
2010 | - | 300 |
| 505 |
Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
The first rate, top tier wine, from one of the oldest names in Napa
Château Montelena
|
2005 | - | 300 |
| 512 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr Crane Vineyard
Hobbs single vineyard cabs are up there with the very best in Napa
Paul Hobbs
|
2010 | - | 325 |
| 515 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select
One of the best wines in Napa made from a superbly sited plot of old vines
Shafer Vineyards
|
2008 | - | 525 |
| 518 |
Cabernet Sauvignon CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon
Schrader are right at the top of the tree in Napa producing some of the most highly rated and collectable cabs
Schrader
|
2011 | - | 550 |
| Bin | Red, Napa and Carneros |
|---|---|
| 500 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Beautiful cabernet with great balance between juicy fruit and defined structure.
|
| 508 |
Napanook A very classy and exuberant cab dominated blend from this superb estate
|
| 513 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Grgich are one of the great names in Napa and produce a beautifully balance, savoury cab
|
| 501 |
Belle Cousine Dominated by merlot and reminiscent of fine Pomerol this is from a joint venture including the owner of DRC
|
| 502 |
Cabernet Sauvignon A textbook example of Napa cabernet; refined rather than too showy
|
| 510 |
Cabernet Sauvignon A first rate Bordeaux blend noted for balance and longevity
|
| 509 |
SLV Cabernet Sauvignon Fine and balanced; the epitome of the iron fist in a velvet glove style
|
| 514 |
Martha’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon A great vintage of this iconic cab
|
| 507 |
Estate Cabernet Sauvignon A great release from one of the consistently best wineries in Napa
|
| 505 |
Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon The first rate, top tier wine, from one of the oldest names in Napa
|
| 512 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr Crane Vineyard Hobbs single vineyard cabs are up there with the very best in Napa
|
| 515 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select One of the best wines in Napa made from a superbly sited plot of old vines
|
| 518 |
Cabernet Sauvignon CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon Schrader are right at the top of the tree in Napa producing some of the most highly rated and collectable cabs
|
| Bin | Red, Santa Cruz and Santa Ynez | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 520 |
Montebello
Still possibly the best cabernet based wine in California
Ridge
|
2007 | - | 335 |
| Bin | Red, Santa Cruz and Santa Ynez |
|---|---|
| 520 |
Montebello Still possibly the best cabernet based wine in California
|
| Bin | Red, Sonoma | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 526 |
Zinfandel
Extremely good zin from a producer quite rightly making waves
Seghesio
|
2022 | - | 75 |
| 527 |
Geyserville
First rate and very consistent zinfandel blend from the masters.
Ridge
|
2019 | - | 125 |
| 496 |
Pinot Noir The Pivot Vineyard
Littorai are one of the finest producers of pinot in California; truly world class
Littorai
|
2021 | - | 250 |
| Bin | Red, Sonoma |
|---|---|
| 526 |
Zinfandel Extremely good zin from a producer quite rightly making waves
|
| 527 |
Geyserville First rate and very consistent zinfandel blend from the masters.
|
| 496 |
Pinot Noir The Pivot Vineyard Littorai are one of the finest producers of pinot in California; truly world class
|
| Bin | Red, Santa Barbara County | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 529 |
Rattrapante Grenache
Manfred Krankl’s wine’s have a lot of power but retain a sense of elegance
Sine Qua Non
|
2012 | - | 800 |
| 530 |
Piranha Waterdance Syrah
Full scale and powerful but with a brightness that elevates it to greatness
Sine Qua Non
|
2014 | - | 495 |
| 531 |
Trouver l’Arène Syrah
Another powerfully elegant release from this collectable winery
Sine Qua Non
|
2015 | - | 495 |
| 532 |
Male ♂ Syrah
Very hard to find wine from the hottest cult property in California
Sine Qua Non
|
2013 | - | 425 |
| 523 |
Five Shooter Syrah
In a market dominated by cabernet these Rhône inspired gems are top of the pile
Sine Qua Non
|
2010 | - | 475 |
| 524 |
Five Shooter Grenache
More Sin Qua Nonsense!
Sine Qua Non
|
2010 | - | 475 |
| 525 |
The Duel Grenache Reserve
Very limited release that has benefitted from extended oak aging
Sine Qua Non
|
2008 | - | 750 |
| Bin | Red, Santa Barbara County |
|---|---|
| 529 |
Rattrapante Grenache Manfred Krankl’s wine’s have a lot of power but retain a sense of elegance
|
| 530 |
Piranha Waterdance Syrah Full scale and powerful but with a brightness that elevates it to greatness
|
| 531 |
Trouver l’Arène Syrah Another powerfully elegant release from this collectable winery
|
| 532 |
Male ♂ Syrah Very hard to find wine from the hottest cult property in California
|
| 523 |
Five Shooter Syrah In a market dominated by cabernet these Rhône inspired gems are top of the pile
|
| 524 |
Five Shooter Grenache More Sin Qua Nonsense!
|
| 525 |
The Duel Grenache Reserve Very limited release that has benefitted from extended oak aging
|
| Bin | Red, Oregon | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 538 |
Pinot Noir La Combe Verte
A serious and balanced wine made from estate grown fruit at this exciting winery
Walter Scott
|
2021 | - | 95 |
| Bin | Red, Oregon |
|---|---|
| 538 |
Pinot Noir La Combe Verte A serious and balanced wine made from estate grown fruit at this exciting winery
|
| Bin | White, Chile | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 541 |
Sauvignon Blanc Cipreses Vineyard
Fine and concentrated sauvignon from a ground-breaking cult winery.
Casa Marin
|
2023 | - | 67 |
| Bin | White, Chile |
|---|---|
| 541 |
Sauvignon Blanc Cipreses Vineyard Fine and concentrated sauvignon from a ground-breaking cult winery.
|
| Bin | Red, Chile | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 549 |
Carmenère
Well balanced and savoury wine with ample fruit and a fresh, structured palate.
Montes Alpha
|
2021 | - | 44 |
| 554 |
Clos Apalta Casa Lapostolle
A benchmark vintage for this wine and high end Chilean reds in general this has a big chunk of carmenère filled out with cabernet and merlot.
Cassa Lapostolle
|
2014 | - | 220 |
| 556 |
Almaviva
This cabernet dominated blend is widely regarded as Chile’s finest wine.
Baron Philippe de Rothschild
|
2015 | - | 275 |
| Bin | Red, Chile |
|---|---|
| 549 |
Carmenère Well balanced and savoury wine with ample fruit and a fresh, structured palate.
|
| 554 |
Clos Apalta Casa Lapostolle A benchmark vintage for this wine and high end Chilean reds in general this has a big chunk of carmenère filled out with cabernet and merlot.
|
| 556 |
Almaviva This cabernet dominated blend is widely regarded as Chile’s finest wine.
|
| Bin | Red, Argentina | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 566 |
Malbec Obra Prima
A lovely rich and gentle wine with warming hints of lavender.
Familia Cassone
|
2017 | - | 58 |
| 570 |
Malbec Finca Mirador
The top wine from this much fancied producer achieves great concentration from tiny yields.
Achaval Ferrer
|
2018 | - | 225 |
| Bin | Red, Argentina |
|---|---|
| 566 |
Malbec Obra Prima A lovely rich and gentle wine with warming hints of lavender.
|
| 570 |
Malbec Finca Mirador The top wine from this much fancied producer achieves great concentration from tiny yields.
|
| Bin | White | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 574 |
Chenin Blanc Inspector Péringuey
A delicately oaked example of the Cape’s most popular white variety.
Stellenbosch
Jordan Estate |
2022 | - | 53 |
| 576 |
Sauvignon Blanc
Fresh and aromatic sauvignon that seems to lean to its Loire roots.
Elgin
Iona |
2023 | - | 60 |
| 583 |
Aristargos
A rich and broad chenin dominated field blend from one of the hottest wineries in SA.
Swartland
David & Nadia |
2019 | - | 75 |
| 580 |
Hemelrand Vine Garden
A blend of chenin, roussanne and chardonnay from this rated white wine specialist.
Hemel-en Aarde Western Cape
Alheit Vineyards |
2018 | - | 75 |
| 584 |
Semillon
Dry and rich semillion from some of the oldest vines in the Cape.
Hermanus Western Cape
Boekenhoutskloof |
2020 | - | 110 |
| 572 |
Chenin Blanc Elodie
Meticulously made, low intervention, Chenin with a dry and textural feel.
Bot River Western Cape
Gabriëlskloof |
2021 | - | 80 |
| 582 |
Chardonnay Clay Shales
Chardonnay of the first order, think high end Burgundy and California.
Hemel-en Aarde Western Cape
Crystallum |
2022 | - | 95 |
| Bin | White |
|---|---|
| 574 |
Chenin Blanc Inspector Péringuey A delicately oaked example of the Cape’s most popular white variety.
|
| 576 |
Sauvignon Blanc Fresh and aromatic sauvignon that seems to lean to its Loire roots.
|
| 583 |
Aristargos A rich and broad chenin dominated field blend from one of the hottest wineries in SA.
|
| 580 |
Hemelrand Vine Garden A blend of chenin, roussanne and chardonnay from this rated white wine specialist.
|
| 584 |
Semillon Dry and rich semillion from some of the oldest vines in the Cape.
|
| 572 |
Chenin Blanc Elodie Meticulously made, low intervention, Chenin with a dry and textural feel.
|
| 582 |
Chardonnay Clay Shales Chardonnay of the first order, think high end Burgundy and California.
|
| Bin | Red | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 596 |
Redhill Pinotage
Aged in oak and from a single vineyard this is as good as pinotage gets.
Stellenbosch
Simonsig |
2020 | - | 89 |
| 595 |
Shiraz
Delicious, soft and spicy shiraz from this meticulous estate
Stellenbosch
Thelema |
2020 | - | 65 |
| 590 |
Porseleinberg Syrah
Highly collectible, World class, Syrah from one of the best estates in S.A.
Swartland
Boekenhoutskloof |
2020 | - | 170 |
| 592 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
The complexity of a good claret with the purity of fine Californian cabernet
Stellenbosch
Jordan Estate |
2019 | - | 66 |
| 599 |
Pinot Noir Limited Release
A bright, elegant and Burgundian expression of pinot noir.
Elgin
Iona |
2021 | - | 85 |
| 598 |
Cabernet Franc
Firm but with a lightness of touch; delicious in the Loire style.
Stellenbosch
Raats |
2018 | - | 81 |
| 610 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
Stunning cabernet from one of the most sought after names in the Cape
Stellenbosch
Thelema |
2020 | - | 80 |
| 597 |
Syrah
Very refined and perfumed syrah; elegant rather than bruising.
Cape Town
Savage Wines |
2020 | - | 95 |
| 612 |
Soldaat
Old, dry farmed, Grenache from this super innovative estate
Swartland
Sadie Family Wines |
2014 | - | 78 |
| 611 |
Red
A fresh Syrah based blend impeccably made by one of the most interesting winemakers in the Cape.
Swartland
Rall Wines |
2019 | - | 80 |
| 613 |
Kevin Arnold Shiraz
Very polished shiraz with great depth of flavour and canny balance.
Stellenbosch
Waterford |
2018 | - | 110 |
| 594 |
Shiraz
A raw and funky take on shiraz made with very little intervention
Bot River Western Cape
Luddite |
2013 | - | 90 |
| 604 |
Peter Barlow
Rustenberg’s flagship wine is a smooth, elegant cabernet sauvignon with real finesse
Stellenbosch
Rustenberg |
2019 | - | 90 |
| 614 |
Estate Wine
A blend of cabernet, merlot and syrah that is possibly the Cape’s best.
Stellenbosch
Rust en Vrede |
2020 | - | 115 |
| 607 |
Pinot Noir Cuvée Cinéma
World class pinot of this top cuvée from possibly the best producer of Burgundy varieties in the Cape.
Hemel-en Aarde Western Cape
Crystallum |
2020 | - | 100 |
| 615 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
Top notch cabernet; fresh and structured but not lacking in generosity of fruit.
Stellenbosch
Boekenhoutskloof |
2020 | - | 145 |
| 619 |
Cabernet Franc
Pretty fantastic cab franc made in the mould of the finest St-Emilions.
Franshhoek
Antonij Rupert |
2014 | - | 120 |
| 617 |
Series C
Series C is Villafonté’s blend of cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon and raises the bar in terms of South African fine wine.
Stellenbosch
Villafonté |
2010 | - | 130 |
| 616 |
V
Hugely regarded; this may be the finest Bordeaux blend come out of South Africa
Stellenbosch
Vergelegen |
2012 | - | 195 |
| Bin | Red |
|---|---|
| 596 |
Redhill Pinotage Aged in oak and from a single vineyard this is as good as pinotage gets.
|
| 595 |
Shiraz Delicious, soft and spicy shiraz from this meticulous estate
|
| 590 |
Porseleinberg Syrah Highly collectible, World class, Syrah from one of the best estates in S.A.
|
| 592 |
Cabernet Sauvignon The complexity of a good claret with the purity of fine Californian cabernet
|
| 599 |
Pinot Noir Limited Release A bright, elegant and Burgundian expression of pinot noir.
|
| 598 |
Cabernet Franc Firm but with a lightness of touch; delicious in the Loire style.
|
| 610 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Stunning cabernet from one of the most sought after names in the Cape
|
| 597 |
Syrah Very refined and perfumed syrah; elegant rather than bruising.
|
| 612 |
Soldaat Old, dry farmed, Grenache from this super innovative estate
|
| 611 |
Red A fresh Syrah based blend impeccably made by one of the most interesting winemakers in the Cape.
|
| 613 |
Kevin Arnold Shiraz Very polished shiraz with great depth of flavour and canny balance.
|
| 594 |
Shiraz A raw and funky take on shiraz made with very little intervention
|
| 604 |
Peter Barlow Rustenberg’s flagship wine is a smooth, elegant cabernet sauvignon with real finesse
|
| 614 |
Estate Wine A blend of cabernet, merlot and syrah that is possibly the Cape’s best.
|
| 607 |
Pinot Noir Cuvée Cinéma World class pinot of this top cuvée from possibly the best producer of Burgundy varieties in the Cape.
|
| 615 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Top notch cabernet; fresh and structured but not lacking in generosity of fruit.
|
| 619 |
Cabernet Franc Pretty fantastic cab franc made in the mould of the finest St-Emilions.
|
| 617 |
Series C Series C is Villafonté’s blend of cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon and raises the bar in terms of South African fine wine.
|
| 616 |
V Hugely regarded; this may be the finest Bordeaux blend come out of South Africa
|
| Bin | White, Adelaide Hills | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 622 |
Block 1A Chardonnay
Refined and balanced with restrained oak and a textured palate.
The Lane
|
2023 | - | 51 |
| 620 |
M3 Chardonnay
Big expansive chardonnay that still remains structured and more-ish.
Shaw and Smith
|
2021 | - | 75 |
| 621 |
Suilven Chardonnay
Rich, sophisticated chardonnay; every bit as good as Australia’s very best.
Thistledown
|
2019 | - | 90 |
| Bin | White, Adelaide Hills |
|---|---|
| 622 |
Block 1A Chardonnay Refined and balanced with restrained oak and a textured palate.
|
| 620 |
M3 Chardonnay Big expansive chardonnay that still remains structured and more-ish.
|
| 621 |
Suilven Chardonnay Rich, sophisticated chardonnay; every bit as good as Australia’s very best.
|
| Bin | White, Western Australia | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 623 |
Semillion/Sauvignon Blanc
Excellent Australian take on the classic white Grave style blend.
Suckfizzle
|
2014 | - | 80 |
| 627 |
Art Series Chardonnay
The best white in Australia and one of the best chardonnays anywhere.
Leeuwinn Estate
|
2014 | - | 130 |
| Bin | White, Western Australia |
|---|---|
| 623 |
Semillion/Sauvignon Blanc Excellent Australian take on the classic white Grave style blend.
|
| 627 |
Art Series Chardonnay The best white in Australia and one of the best chardonnays anywhere.
|
| Bin | White, Victoria | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 631 |
Chardonnay
Rarely seen, one of the most complex and collectable wines in Australia.
Giaconda
|
2010 | - | 210 |
| Bin | White, Victoria |
|---|---|
| 631 |
Chardonnay Rarely seen, one of the most complex and collectable wines in Australia.
|
| Bin | White, New South Wales | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 632 |
Viognier
Hard to find and widely praised white from this increasingly well regarded estate.
Clonakilla
|
2019 | - | 110 |
| Bin | White, New South Wales |
|---|---|
| 632 |
Viognier Hard to find and widely praised white from this increasingly well regarded estate.
|
| Bin | White, Barossa &Eden Valley | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 624 |
Riesling
Classic dry and rapier sharp Australian Riesling.
Mountdam Vineyards
|
2020 | - | 45 |
| 633 |
Rousanne /Marssanne
Rich and mouth filling; viscous with low acidity and quite delicious.
Powell & Son
|
2016 | - | 83 |
| Bin | White, Barossa &Eden Valley |
|---|---|
| 624 |
Riesling Classic dry and rapier sharp Australian Riesling.
|
| 633 |
Rousanne /Marssanne Rich and mouth filling; viscous with low acidity and quite delicious.
|
| Bin | Red, New South Wales | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 635 |
Shiraz/Viognier
Clonakilla pioneered this blend and make truly exceptional wine.
Clonakilla
|
2019 | - | 180 |
| Bin | Red, New South Wales |
|---|---|
| 635 |
Shiraz/Viognier Clonakilla pioneered this blend and make truly exceptional wine.
|
| Bin | Red, Victoria | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 651 |
Tout Pres Pinot Noir
Profound and elegant pinot that must be the best in Australia; sensational.
By Farr
|
2018 | - | 135 |
| Bin | Red, Victoria |
|---|---|
| 651 |
Tout Pres Pinot Noir Profound and elegant pinot that must be the best in Australia; sensational.
|
| Bin | Red, Barossa, Clare & Adelaide | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 656 |
Shiraz
An elegant cool climate Shiraz with the emphasis on red fruits and white pepper.
Tha Lane
|
2021 | - | 53 |
| 658 |
Barossa and Eden Valleys Shiraz
Aromatic and dense whilst retaining freshness and clarity on the palate.
Powell & Son
|
2017 | - | 105 |
| 665 |
Magill Estate Shiraz
Penfold’s single site expression of shiraz from Australia’s most historic vineyard.
Penfolds
|
2009 | - | 125 |
| 674 |
Cyril Henschke Cabernet
Stand out cab with serious depth.
Henschke
|
2010 | - | 200 |
| 664 |
St Henri Shiraz
Similar to Grange (and in many way’s its equal) but raised in large, old oak vats.
Penfolds
|
2010 | - | 150 |
| 673 |
Mount Edelstone Shiraz
Concentrated and elegant wine with a reputation for longevity.
Henschke
|
2017 | - | 300 |
| 666 |
RWT
RWT (Red Wine Trial) is a modern reimagining of Grange.
Penfolds
|
2010 | - | 195 |
| 669 |
Grange
Very grand old Grange, in great condition and showing very well.
Penfolds
|
1983 | - | 600 |
| 662 |
Grange
Very fine wine and a great chance to see this wine near its plateau of maturity.
Penfolds
|
1989 | - | 660 |
| 668 |
Grange
A classic Grange; up there with the all-time greats.
Penfolds
|
1996 | - | 700 |
| 663 |
Grange
A landmark, legendary, vintage for Grange.
Penfolds
|
1990 | - | 750 |
| 671 |
Grange
Big, even by Grange standards, and just starting to show its huge potential.
Penfolds
|
1998 | - | 800 |
| 670 |
Hill of Grace
Produced from a tiny plot of ancient pre-phyloxera vines this is Australia’s ultimate trophy wine.
Henschke
|
2009 | - | 800 |
| Bin | Red, Barossa, Clare & Adelaide |
|---|---|
| 656 |
Shiraz An elegant cool climate Shiraz with the emphasis on red fruits and white pepper.
|
| 658 |
Barossa and Eden Valleys Shiraz Aromatic and dense whilst retaining freshness and clarity on the palate.
|
| 665 |
Magill Estate Shiraz Penfold’s single site expression of shiraz from Australia’s most historic vineyard.
|
| 674 |
Cyril Henschke Cabernet Stand out cab with serious depth.
|
| 664 |
St Henri Shiraz Similar to Grange (and in many way’s its equal) but raised in large, old oak vats.
|
| 673 |
Mount Edelstone Shiraz Concentrated and elegant wine with a reputation for longevity.
|
| 666 |
RWT RWT (Red Wine Trial) is a modern reimagining of Grange.
|
| 669 |
Grange Very grand old Grange, in great condition and showing very well.
|
| 662 |
Grange Very fine wine and a great chance to see this wine near its plateau of maturity.
|
| 668 |
Grange A classic Grange; up there with the all-time greats.
|
| 663 |
Grange A landmark, legendary, vintage for Grange.
|
| 671 |
Grange Big, even by Grange standards, and just starting to show its huge potential.
|
| 670 |
Hill of Grace Produced from a tiny plot of ancient pre-phyloxera vines this is Australia’s ultimate trophy wine.
|
| Bin | Red, Coonawarra | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 681 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
Ripe cassis nose with a structured palate and lots of pleasantly forward fruit.
Majella
|
2020 | - | 85 |
| Bin | Red, Coonawarra |
|---|---|
| 681 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Ripe cassis nose with a structured palate and lots of pleasantly forward fruit.
|
| Bin | Red, Western Australia | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 686 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
A true boutique wine and one of the best cabernets in Margret River.
Suckfizzle
|
2018 | - | 115 |
| 687 |
Diana Madeline
Vanya Cullen produces one of Australia’s finest cabernets merlot blends here.
Cullen
|
2020 | - | 265 |
| Bin | Red, Western Australia |
|---|---|
| 686 |
Cabernet Sauvignon A true boutique wine and one of the best cabernets in Margret River.
|
| 687 |
Diana Madeline Vanya Cullen produces one of Australia’s finest cabernets merlot blends here.
|
| Bin | White, Martinborough | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 696 |
Sauvignon Blanc
Beautifully made sauvignon that balances sheer power and complexity.
Palliser Estate
|
2023 | - | 59 |
| 693 |
Gewurztraminer
Amazing clarity and concentration; up there with the best gewürztraminers in the world.
Dry River Estate
|
2017 | - | 110 |
| Bin | White, Martinborough |
|---|---|
| 696 |
Sauvignon Blanc Beautifully made sauvignon that balances sheer power and complexity.
|
| 693 |
Gewurztraminer Amazing clarity and concentration; up there with the best gewürztraminers in the world.
|
| Bin | White, Marlborough | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 699 |
Wild Sauvignon
Easily the most interesting sauvignon, and perhaps white wine, being made in NZ at the moment.
Greywacke
|
2022 | - | 72 |
| Bin | White, Marlborough |
|---|---|
| 699 |
Wild Sauvignon Easily the most interesting sauvignon, and perhaps white wine, being made in NZ at the moment.
|
| Bin | White, Central Otago | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 702 |
Riesling
Great Riesling; fresh and mineral on the palate with exotic citrus notes on the nose.
Mount Edward
|
2019 | - | 65 |
| Bin | White, Central Otago |
|---|---|
| 702 |
Riesling Great Riesling; fresh and mineral on the palate with exotic citrus notes on the nose.
|
| Bin | Red, Martinborough | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 712 |
Syrah Lovat Vineyard
In terms of quality this wine is a game changer for NZ syrah; simply stunning in its poise.
Dry River Estate
|
2016 | - | 145 |
| 711 |
Pinot Noir
Rich gamey and velvety pinot from one of the North Islands’ finest properties
Ata Rangi
|
2018 | - | 110 |
| Bin | Red, Martinborough |
|---|---|
| 712 |
Syrah Lovat Vineyard In terms of quality this wine is a game changer for NZ syrah; simply stunning in its poise.
|
| 711 |
Pinot Noir Rich gamey and velvety pinot from one of the North Islands’ finest properties
|
| Bin | Red, Marlborough | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 715 |
Pinot Noir
A light and delicate pinot that eschews the trend for oak and extraction.
Greywacke
|
2022 | - | 90 |
| Bin | Red, Marlborough |
|---|---|
| 715 |
Pinot Noir A light and delicate pinot that eschews the trend for oak and extraction.
|
| Bin | Red, Central Otago | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 719 |
Pinot Noir
Very fine and deeply coloured pinot from this extremely good small winery.
Mount Edward
|
2021 | - | 85 |
| 720 |
Pinot Noir
A young winery, even by Otago standards, producing Pinot up there with the very best.
Burn Cottage
|
2020 | - | 160 |
| 721 |
Pinot Noir Bannockburn
One of the top pinots from one of Otago’s top estates is seemingly effortless and elegant; not as easy to do as it looks.
Felton Road
|
2022 | - | 145 |
| Bin | Red, Central Otago |
|---|---|
| 719 |
Pinot Noir Very fine and deeply coloured pinot from this extremely good small winery.
|
| 720 |
Pinot Noir A young winery, even by Otago standards, producing Pinot up there with the very best.
|
| 721 |
Pinot Noir Bannockburn One of the top pinots from one of Otago’s top estates is seemingly effortless and elegant; not as easy to do as it looks.
|
| Bin | White, Italy | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 728 |
Verdicchio Classico Superiore, Villa Bucci, Marche
Complex, mineral and a fine wine by anyone’s yardstick; one of Italy’s best whites |
2022 | - | 30 |
| Bin | White, Italy |
|---|---|
| 728 |
Verdicchio Classico Superiore, Villa Bucci, Marche Complex, mineral and a fine wine by anyone’s yardstick; one of Italy’s best whites
|
| Bin | White, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 730 |
Rully, Michel Briday, Burgundy
An really superb glass of Mâcon |
2020 | - | 40 |
| 729 |
Sancerre, Lucien Crochet, Loire, France
Fresh lemony sauvignon with lots of grassy aromas |
2020 | - | 35 |
| Bin | White, France |
|---|---|
| 730 |
Rully, Michel Briday, Burgundy An really superb glass of Mâcon
|
| 729 |
Sancerre, Lucien Crochet, Loire, France Fresh lemony sauvignon with lots of grassy aromas
|
| Bin | Red, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 732 |
Château Grand Village, Bordeaux Supérieur
Modern Bordeaux from the mighty Château La Fleur |
2020 | - | 30 |
| 734 |
Châteauneauf-Du-Pape, Mont-Redon, Southern Rhône
Lovely Châteauneauf from this large and well regarded estate |
2018 | - | 57 |
| 740 |
Côte-Rôtie, Michel et Stephane Ogier, Northern Rhône
Very fine and balanced syrah that hasn’t been overdone |
2015 | - | 90 |
| Bin | Red, France |
|---|---|
| 732 |
Château Grand Village, Bordeaux Supérieur Modern Bordeaux from the mighty Château La Fleur
|
| 734 |
Châteauneauf-Du-Pape, Mont-Redon, Southern Rhône Lovely Châteauneauf from this large and well regarded estate
|
| 740 |
Côte-Rôtie, Michel et Stephane Ogier, Northern Rhône Very fine and balanced syrah that hasn’t been overdone
|
| Bin | Red, USA | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 738 |
Lytton springs, Ridge Vineyards, Sonoma County
First rate zinfandel blend from the masters |
2016 | - | 65 |
| Bin | Red, USA |
|---|---|
| 738 |
Lytton springs, Ridge Vineyards, Sonoma County First rate zinfandel blend from the masters
|
| Bin | Red, Italy | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 746 |
Barolo, Massolino, Piedmont
Well made and fully proportioned half from vineyards around Serralunga |
2019 | - | 66 |
| Bin | Red, Italy |
|---|---|
| 746 |
Barolo, Massolino, Piedmont Well made and fully proportioned half from vineyards around Serralunga
|
| Bin | Sweet, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 749 |
Coteaux du Layon, Carte D’Or, Domaine Des Beaumard, Loire
Sweet yet delicate chenin blanc with a bright, apple-y acidity. |
2021 | - | 27 |
| 755 |
Château La Tour Blanche, 1er Cru Classé, Sauternes, Bordeaux
Extremely good offering from one of the best estates in Sauternes |
2005 | - | 50 |
| 767 |
Château D’Yquem, 1er Cru Supérieur, Sauternes, Bordeaux
A great wine from the top Sauterne vintage of the nineties |
1997 | - | 330 |
| 770 |
Château D’Yquem, 1er Cru Supérieur, Sauternes, Bordeaux
Yquem of the first order; one of the greats. |
1986 | - | 370 |
| 769 |
Château D’Yquem, 1er Cru Supérieur, Sauternes, Bordeaux
A chance to try one of the greatest Yquems of modern times |
1990 | - | 375 |
| Bin | Sweet, France |
|---|---|
| 749 |
Coteaux du Layon, Carte D’Or, Domaine Des Beaumard, Loire Sweet yet delicate chenin blanc with a bright, apple-y acidity.
|
| 755 |
Château La Tour Blanche, 1er Cru Classé, Sauternes, Bordeaux Extremely good offering from one of the best estates in Sauternes
|
| 767 |
Château D’Yquem, 1er Cru Supérieur, Sauternes, Bordeaux A great wine from the top Sauterne vintage of the nineties
|
| 770 |
Château D’Yquem, 1er Cru Supérieur, Sauternes, Bordeaux Yquem of the first order; one of the greats.
|
| 769 |
Château D’Yquem, 1er Cru Supérieur, Sauternes, Bordeaux A chance to try one of the greatest Yquems of modern times
|
| Bin | Sweet, Portugal | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 752 |
Quinta Do Crasto Vintage Port, Douro
A nice drop of Port; still full and fruity. |
2005 | - | 35 |
| Bin | Sweet, Portugal |
|---|---|
| 752 |
Quinta Do Crasto Vintage Port, Douro A nice drop of Port; still full and fruity.
|
| Bin | Sweet, Austria | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 748 |
Old Premium Liqueur Topaque, Morris of Rutherglen, Victoria
An incredibly sweet blend of extremely old Muscadelle wines; one of the finest examples of this uniquely Australian style |
NV | - | 50 |
| Bin | Sweet, Austria |
|---|---|
| 748 |
Old Premium Liqueur Topaque, Morris of Rutherglen, Victoria An incredibly sweet blend of extremely old Muscadelle wines; one of the finest examples of this uniquely Australian style
|
| Bin | Sweet, Germany | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 756 |
Wehlener Sonnenuhr, Riesling, Auslese, JJ Prüm, Mosel
Off dry and utterly delicious late harvest wine from one of the World’s great estates |
2015 | - | 50 |
| Bin | Sweet, Germany |
|---|---|
| 756 |
Wehlener Sonnenuhr, Riesling, Auslese, JJ Prüm, Mosel Off dry and utterly delicious late harvest wine from one of the World’s great estates
|
| Bin | Sweet, Italy | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 759 |
Recioto della Valpolicela Classico, Roggia, Speri, Veneto,
The sweet, red and raisiny big brother of Amarone. |
2022 | - | 85 |
| Bin | Sweet, Italy |
|---|---|
| 759 |
Recioto della Valpolicela Classico, Roggia, Speri, Veneto, The sweet, red and raisiny big brother of Amarone.
|
| Bin | Sweet, Hungray | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 751 |
Tokaji Aszú, 5 Puttonyos , Royal Tokaji
A really great example of this legendary sweet wine |
2017 | - | 88 |
| Bin | Sweet, Hungray |
|---|---|
| 751 |
Tokaji Aszú, 5 Puttonyos , Royal Tokaji A really great example of this legendary sweet wine
|
| Bin | Magnum - Champagne, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 775 |
Billecart-Salmon, Brut Réserve, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ
Rich yet fine and delicate, one of the very best |
NV | - | 210 |
| 774 |
Billecart-Salmon, Brut Rosé, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ
Very fine rosé from this excellent small house |
NV | - | 290 |
| Bin | Magnum - Champagne, France |
|---|---|
| 775 |
Billecart-Salmon, Brut Réserve, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ Rich yet fine and delicate, one of the very best
|
| 774 |
Billecart-Salmon, Brut Rosé, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ Very fine rosé from this excellent small house
|
| Bin | Magnum - White, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 780 |
Sancerre, La Côte, Gérard Boulay, Loire
Meticulously hand crafted from vineyard to cellar; it’s hard to imagine better Sancerre |
2020 | - | 240 |
| 784 |
Batard-Montrachet, Grand Cru, Cuvée Dames de Flandres, Hospices de Beaune, Burgundy,
A lavish and opulent wine that seems to over deliver in all departments |
2003 | - | 540 |
| Bin | Magnum - White, France |
|---|---|
| 780 |
Sancerre, La Côte, Gérard Boulay, Loire Meticulously hand crafted from vineyard to cellar; it’s hard to imagine better Sancerre
|
| 784 |
Batard-Montrachet, Grand Cru, Cuvée Dames de Flandres, Hospices de Beaune, Burgundy, A lavish and opulent wine that seems to over deliver in all departments
|
| Bin | Magnum - Red, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 777 |
Château Malescot St. Exupery, 3ème Cru Classé, Margaux, Bordeaux
Beautifully balanced Bordeaux bend |
2016 | - | 365 |
| 792 |
Château Cantemerle, 5ème Cru Classé, Haut Medoc, Bordeaux
Great vintage of this improved and now somewhat underrated property |
2009 | - | 250 |
| 786 |
Pommard Cuvée Raymond Cyrot, Hospices de Beaune Burgundy
A full and generous Pommard from this ripe year. |
2015 | - | 240 |
| 785 |
Beaune 1er Cru, Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres, Hospices de Beaune Burgundy
Great Beaune from a delicious, fruit forward, vintage |
2015 | - | 250 |
| 796 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Château de Beaucastel, Southern Rhône
Great wine from the standard bearer for quality in this AC |
2006 | - | 280 |
| 799 |
Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru, Cuveé Madeleine Collignon, Hospices de Beaune Burgundy
Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru |
2004 | - | 300 |
| 798 |
Nuits–St.–Georges 1er Cru, Clos Des Porrets St.–Georges, Henri Gouges, Burgundy
A cracking big bottle from this benchmark domain (and in a lovely vintage). |
2009 | - | 375 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, France |
|---|---|
| 777 |
Château Malescot St. Exupery, 3ème Cru Classé, Margaux, Bordeaux Beautifully balanced Bordeaux bend
|
| 792 |
Château Cantemerle, 5ème Cru Classé, Haut Medoc, Bordeaux Great vintage of this improved and now somewhat underrated property
|
| 786 |
Pommard Cuvée Raymond Cyrot, Hospices de Beaune Burgundy A full and generous Pommard from this ripe year.
|
| 785 |
Beaune 1er Cru, Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres, Hospices de Beaune Burgundy Great Beaune from a delicious, fruit forward, vintage
|
| 796 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Château de Beaucastel, Southern Rhône Great wine from the standard bearer for quality in this AC
|
| 799 |
Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru, Cuveé Madeleine Collignon, Hospices de Beaune Burgundy Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru
|
| 798 |
Nuits–St.–Georges 1er Cru, Clos Des Porrets St.–Georges, Henri Gouges, Burgundy A cracking big bottle from this benchmark domain (and in a lovely vintage).
|
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Argentina | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 791 |
Malbec, Quimera, Achaval Ferrer, Mendoza
Really rich and elegant malbec from Mendoza’s stand out producer |
2013 | - | 120 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Argentina |
|---|---|
| 791 |
Malbec, Quimera, Achaval Ferrer, Mendoza Really rich and elegant malbec from Mendoza’s stand out producer
|
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Italy | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 794 |
Barbaresco, Produttori del Barbaresco, Piedmont
Marvellous Barbaresco from one of the best value producers of fine wine. |
2011 | - | 165 |
| 795 |
Barolo, Bricco Fiasco, Azelia, Piedmont
A very serious Barolo with a light twist of modernity |
2008 | - | 275 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Italy |
|---|---|
| 794 |
Barbaresco, Produttori del Barbaresco, Piedmont Marvellous Barbaresco from one of the best value producers of fine wine.
|
| 795 |
Barolo, Bricco Fiasco, Azelia, Piedmont A very serious Barolo with a light twist of modernity
|
| Bin | Magnum - Red, USA | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 789 |
Geyserville, Ridge, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County
First rate and very consistent zinfandel blend from the masters |
2016 | - | 250 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, USA |
|---|---|
| 789 |
Geyserville, Ridge, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County First rate and very consistent zinfandel blend from the masters
|
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Lebanon | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 788 |
Château Musar, Gaston Hochar
A truly unique wine that has attracted a dedicated following over the last three decades or more |
2000 | - | 220 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Lebanon |
|---|---|
| 788 |
Château Musar, Gaston Hochar A truly unique wine that has attracted a dedicated following over the last three decades or more
|
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Spain | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 797 |
Rioja Gran Reserva 904, La Rioja Alta, Rioja
Lovely old style Rioja with generous weight and proven longevity |
2009 | - | 280 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Spain |
|---|---|
| 797 |
Rioja Gran Reserva 904, La Rioja Alta, Rioja Lovely old style Rioja with generous weight and proven longevity
|
Wine List
House Wines
| Bin | White | Vintage | 175ml | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Picpoul de Pinet , Jadix, Coteaux du Languedoc
Very pleasing light and fruity wine.
France
|
2023 | 10 | 39 |
| 3 |
Sauvignon Blanc, Pencarrow, Martinborough
Well balanced, gooseberry laden sauvignon.
New Zealand
|
2023 | 11.5 | 45 |
| 6 |
Original Chenin Blanc, Raats Family Winery, Coastal Region
Fresh un-oaked chenin bursting with green fruit flavours.
South Africa
|
2023 | 12.5 | 50 |
| 2 |
Riesling Qba, Fritz Haag, Mosel
Delicious, rich, crisp and fresh riesling.
Germany
|
2023 | 12.5 | 50 |
| 4 |
Pinot Grigio, Cantina Kaltern, Alto Adige
Classic in style with very fine sense of minerality
Italy
|
2022 | 14 | 55 |
| 5 |
Bourgogne Blanc, Gilles Jourdan
A cracking glass of proper white Burgundy.
France
|
2019 | 30 | 80 |
| Bin | Rose | Vintage | 175ml | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 |
Rosé, la Source Gabriel, Côtes de Provence
Lovely salmon pink rosé with delicate fruit.
France
|
2023 | 12.5 | 50 |
| Bin | Red | Vintage | 175ml | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 |
Côtes du Ventoux, Perrin et Fils
Easy drinking fruity red.
France
|
2023 | 10 | 39 |
| 10 |
Valpolicella Classico, Viviani, Veneto
A mid weight and fruit forward Valpol.
Italy
|
2021 | 14 | 54 |
| 11 |
Malbec, Felino, Viña Cobos, Mendoza
Full and ripe with balance and freshness.
Argentina
|
2022 | 15 | 59 |
| 13 |
Pinot Noir, Palliser Estate, Martinborough
Delicious, ripe, berry laden pinot.
New Zealand
|
2021 | 16.5 | 65 |
| 12 |
Château Grand Village, Bordeaux Supérieur
Luscious merlot based claret from the owners of Lafleur.
France
|
2020 | 17.5 | 69 |
| 9 |
Rioja Crianza, Luis Cãnas
A juicy and quaffable Rioja from this excellent bodega.
Spain
|
2020 | 15 | 59 |
| Bin | Champagne | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 |
Prestonfield Brut
Our own elegant brut champagne
France
|
NV | - | 90 |
| Bin | Champagne | Vintage | 125ml | Bottle |
| 15 |
Billecart-Salmon, Brut Réserve, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ
Rich yet fine and delicate, one of the very best
France
|
NV | 17 | 100 |
| Bin | Dessert Wine | Vintage | 70ml | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 749 |
Coteaux du Layon, Carte D’Or, Domaine Des Beaumard
Sweet yet delicate chenin blanc from the Loire valley.
France
|
2021 | 5 | 9 |
| 150 |
Château Doisy-Védrines, 2ème Cru Classé, Sauternes
Rich juicy wine; full of candied fruit character.
France
|
2016 | 12 | 20 |
| 751 |
Tokaji Aszú, 5 Puttonyos, Royal Tokaji
A great chance to try one of the World’s greatest sweet wines.
Hungary
|
2017 | 12 | 22 |
Champagne & Sparkling
| Bin | Non-Vintage | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 |
Billecart-Salmon
Rich, fine and delicate; possibly the best NV in production right now.
Brut Réserve
|
NV | - | 100 |
| 22 |
J.M. Labruyère
100% Dry and elegant champagne made with a minimal dosage.
Prologue Extra Brut
|
NV | - | 115 |
| 21 |
Pol Roger
Lovely wine with a very rich and smooth character.
Brut Réserve
|
NV | - | 135 |
| 18 |
Charles Heidsieck
The original Champagne Charley (also known as “the good Heidsieck”).
Brut Réserve
|
NV | - | 140 |
| 17 |
Louis Roederer
Fine and elegant with depth and length, one of the best N.V.’s out there.
Collection 242
|
NV | - | 140 |
| 23 |
Bollinger
A slightly heavier and more complex expression of champagne with many fans.
Special Cuvée
|
NV | - | 135 |
| 24 |
Krug
The ultimate non-vintage champagne.
Grand Cuvée 169 ème Édition
|
NV | - | 400 |
| Bin | Vintage & Prestige Cuvée | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 |
Billecart-Salmon
Dry and intense vintage wine that has received no dosage. |
2013 | - | 180 |
| 29 |
Blanc des Millénaires
A first rate example of what chardonnay brings to Champagne.
Charles Heidsieck
|
2006 | - | 425 |
| 27 |
Pol Roger
Pol’s vintage wines are among the best in the region. |
2008 | - | 200 |
| 31 |
Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs
A grand example of this benchmark blanc de Blancs.
Taittinger
|
2007 | - | 300 |
| 35 |
Cuvée Niçolas Francois
A real insiders champagne that critics rate as highly as vintage Krug.
Billecart Salmon
|
2006 | - | 225 |
| 32 |
Clos Des Goisses
One of the few site specific wines in champagne and one of the very best.
Philipponnat
|
2009 | - | 300 |
| 30 |
Dom Pérignon
The benchmark for luxury champagne.
Moët et Chandon
|
2009 | - | 400 |
| 34 |
Cristal
The most fashionable of all Champagne cuvees.
Louis Roederer
|
2007 | - | 500 |
| 37 |
Krug
A very fine vintage Krug with a long life ahead of it. |
2000 | - | 600 |
| 38 |
Salon
The most exclusive and highly regarded champagne there is.
Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs
|
2006 | - | 1100 |
| Bin | Rose Champagne | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 |
Billecart-Salmon
Very fine rosé from this excellent small house. |
NV | - | 140 |
| 39 |
Laurent-Perrier
The ever popular benchmark for rosé. |
NV | - | 170 |
| Bin | Sparkling Wine | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 |
Kaapse Vonkel
Méthode Cap Classique Simonsig. This is the Cape’s first proper fizz and is still at the top of its game.
South Africa
|
2022 | - | 55 |
| 44 |
Moscato D’Asti Azienda Runchet
Light in alcohol, slightly sweet, fizzy and supremely refreshing.
Italy
|
2022 | - | 51 |
| 42 |
Nyetimber Classic Cuvée
The cream of the crop for English fizz.
England
|
NV | - | 105 |
Alsace
| Bin | Gewürztraminer | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46 |
Gewürztraminer
Textbook aromatically perfumed wine with good definition on the palate.
Rolly Gassmann
|
2019 | - | 85 |
| 49 |
Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Hengst
Full blown gewurztraminer with lots of residual sweetness kept in check with refreshing acidity.
Zind Humbrecht
|
2012 | - | 110 |
| 48 |
Gewurztraminer Clos Windsbuhl
Massive whilst remaining elegant; this approaches Vendage Tardive levels of concentration and sweetness.
Zind Humbrecht
|
2012 | - | 125 |
| Bin | Riesling | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 |
Riesling Grand Cru Schlossberg
Rich yet dry in classic Trimbach fashion.
Trimbach
|
2014 | - | 100 |
| 54 |
Riesling Clos Ste. Hune
One of the greatest wines made in Alsace with the weight if a Vendage Tardive but dry.
Trimbach
|
2002 | - | 265 |
| 55 |
Riesling Clos Ste. Hune
The Romanée-Conti of Alsace; meticulously produced from a perfectly sited vineyard.
Trimbach
|
2005 | - | 275 |
| Bin | Pinot Gris | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 |
Pinot Gris Altenbourg
Luxuriant and full pinot gris bordering on VT sweetness.
Weinbach
|
2009 | - | 100 |
| Bin | Other Varieties | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58 |
Pinot Blanc Reservé
Rich but not overblown, another classic from the Fallers.
Weinbach
|
2020 | - | 67 |
| Bin | Sweet | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 |
Gewurztraminer Clos de Capucins Vendages Tardives
Sweet and hedonistic stuff exhibiting strong lychee character.
Weinbach (70cl)
|
1983 | - | 150 |
| 64 |
Riesling Sélection de Grains Noble
One of the finest expressions of intensely sweet riesling you can find.
Hugel
|
1988 | - | 150 |
| 65 |
Pinot Gris Sélection de Grains Noble
Powerful and concentrated with great breadth and aromatic weight.
Hugel
|
1989 | - | 165 |
Bordeaux
| Bin | Red, Côtes De Blaye & Bourg | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 |
Château Grand Village
A really stunning Fronsac from the owners of Lafleur. |
2018 | - | 62 |
| 72 |
Château Roc de Cambes
New wave, garagiste wine showing amazing finesse for this A.C.
Côtes de Bourg
|
2008 | - | 120 |
| Bin | Red, Haut-Médoc | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67 |
Château Cantemerle
Elegant vintage of this improved and now somewhat underrated property.
5ème Cru Classé
|
2015 | - | 105 |
| Bin | Red, Saint-Estèphe | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 |
Les Pagodes de Cos
Probably the finest example of Cos d’Estournel’s second wine ever made, up there with the grand vins of the ‘80’s and ‘90’s quality wise. |
2010 | - | 150 |
| 74 |
Château Cos d’Estournel
A very fine effort from Cos and typical of their ambition to be shoulder to shoulder with the first growths.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2008 | - | 225 |
| 73 |
Château Montrose
A great, early drinking, Montrose from a little vintage
3ème Cru Classé
|
2013 | - | 240 |
| 75 |
Château Calon-Ségur
Really majestic old–school claret that’s just starting to open up nicely.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 300 |
| 76 |
Château Cos d’Estournel
Serious Cos that is still very youthful and just starting to be approachable.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 500 |
| 77 |
Château Cos d’Estournel
A stunning Cos; probably their best wine of the nineties.
2ème Cru Classé
|
1995 | - | 525 |
| Bin | Red, Pauillac | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 |
Château Lacoste Borie
A really decent quaffing claret, the second wine of Grand-Puy-Lacoste. |
2015 | - | 95 |
| 79 |
Château Duhart-Milon
A great example from Lafite’s second estate, built in the mould of its big brother.
4ème Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 240 |
| 82 |
Château Haut-Batailley
Landmark wine from this property in the fantastic ’10 vintage.
5ème Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 175 |
| 81 |
Château d'Armailhac
A well proportioned claret from Mouton-Rothschild’s other estate.
5ème Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 195 |
| 85 |
Château Pontet-Canet
A very fine wine from the most improved estate in Pauillac.
5ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 350 |
| 86 |
Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste
An elegant wine from a great vintage; up there with the best wines made here.
5ème Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 250 |
| 89 |
Château Pichon-Longueville Comtes de Lalande
Serious, long term wine with Pichon’s trademark style.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 340 |
| 87 |
Château Pichon-Longueville Baron
Very fine from one of the best balanced and classically proportioned vintages of the ‘00’s.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 370 |
| 92 |
Château Mouton-Rothschild
An all time great Mouton that is opening up for rewarding early drinking.
1er Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 1400 |
| 93 |
Château Mouton-Rothschild
Probably the finest Mouton of the nineties; starting to drink very well.
1er Cru Classé
|
1998 | - | 990 |
| 94 |
Château Mouton-Rothschild
1er Cru Classé One of the finest wines produced in the great eighty two vintage.
1er Cru Classé
|
1982 | - | 2300 |
| 96 |
Château Lafite-Rothschild
A monumental Lafite with outstanding freshness for the vintage.
1er Cru Classé
|
2003 | - | 1900 |
| 98 |
Château Lafite-Rothschild
From a modern classic of a vintage this is very fine Lafite showing great breeding.
1er Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 1950 |
| 97 |
Château Latour
A grand and lavish Latour that’s very approachable now.
1er Cru Classé
|
2003 | - | 1800 |
| 99 |
Château Latour
Monumental stuff, one of the all time great Latours.
1er Cru Classé
|
1995 | - | 1400 |
| 100 |
Château Latour
1er Cru Classé A great modern Latour still at its most powerful and vibrant (2016 ex- Château release).
1er Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 1950 |
| Bin | Red, Saint-Julien | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 107 |
Château Gruaud-Larose
A fresh and generous wine from the vintage of the century.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 285 |
| 111 |
Château Lalande-Borie
Ducru-Beaucaillou’s other St.-Julien estate is absolutely stunning in this great vintage. |
2015 | - | 110 |
| 104 |
Château Lagrange
A slightly overlooked large estate producing decent quantities of fine wines.
3ème Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 225 |
| 105 |
Château Léoville-Barton
An open and approachable Barton; really lovely.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2008 | - | 175 |
| 101 |
Château Branaire-Ducru
One of the finest wines produced here; drinking beautifully now.
4ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 200 |
| 102 |
Château Léoville-Poyferre
Now rated up there with the best in Bordeaux an excellent Poyferre from a stunning vintage.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 350 |
| 108 |
Château Léoville-Las Cases
A great Las Cases that is drinking very well now.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 600 |
| 106 |
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou
A great effort from Ducru in a truly stellar vintage.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 475 |
| Bin | Red, Margaux | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 112 |
Baron de Brane
A fresh an full bodied vintage of well second wine of Brane-Cantenac. |
2019 | - | 100 |
| 110 |
Château Rauzan-Gassies
A well structured effort from this under the radar estate.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 150 |
| 109 |
Château Boyd-Cantenac
3ème Cru Classé Mature wine from a very great vintage and a slightly overlooked property.
3ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 190 |
| 114 |
Château Brane-Cantenac
2ème Cru Classé Dark and deep in a reassuringly old fashioned way.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2000 | - | 210 |
| 113 |
Château Rauzan-Ségla
Very fine wine from what is now one of the top properties in Margaux.
2ème Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 350 |
| 115 |
Château Palmer
Linear, structured and a contender for wine of the vintage.
3ème Cru Classé
|
2004 | - | 500 |
| 117 |
Château Margaux
1er Cru Classé A fine and gentle Margaux that show the breeding of a true first growth.
1er Cru Classé
|
1998 | - | 1000 |
| 116 |
Château Margaux
A great wine from Margaux, starting to open up nicely.
1er Cru Classé
|
1995 | - | 1200 |
| Bin | Red, Pessac-Léognan and Graves | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 119 |
Château Gazin Rocquencourt
Couhins has produced an excellent wine in this exceptional vintage.
Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 90 |
| 120 |
Château Haut-Bailly
A superb wine from this immensely successful estate.
Grand Cru Classé
|
2014 | - | 225 |
| 118 |
Château Smith Haut Lafitte
A great wine from a run of vintages when this estate could do no wrong.
Grand Cru Classé
|
2010 | - | 375 |
| 122 |
Château La Mission-Haut-Brion
Excellent offering from this estate in this very warm vintage.
Cru Classé
|
2008 | - | 550 |
| 124 |
Château Haut-Brion
Delicate but nuanced and powerful in a style unique to Haut-Brion.
1er Cru Classé
|
2008 | - | 800 |
| 123 |
Château Haut-Brion
An exceptional Haut-Brion; built for the long haul, drinking beautifully now.
1er Cru Classé
|
1996 | - | 975 |
| 121 |
Château Haut-Brion
A near perfect Haut-Brion; one of the finest wines ever made here.
1er Cru Classé
|
1990 | - | 1800 |
| Bin | Red, Pomerol | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 123 |
L’Hospitalet de Gazin
Château Gazin’s first rate second wine from one of the greatest modern vintages. |
2015 | - | 115 |
| 129 |
Château Plince
A bright, early drinking claret from a warm vintage. |
2020 | - | 120 |
| 132 |
Château L'Evangile
Spectacular Pomerol from Lafite’s right bank operation. |
2010 | - | 550 |
| 131 |
Château Gazin
A great Gazin comparable to the ’09 and ’10 vintages. |
2012 | - | 165 |
| 127 |
Château Clinet
A ripe and structured wine from one of Pomerol’s top properties. |
2008 | - | 225 |
| 128 |
Château Hosanna
A lesson in elegance from what is now one of the top Pomerols. |
2009 | - | 400 |
| 130 |
Château La Fleur-Pétrus
An exceptional example and one of the finest wines of this vintage. |
2009 | - | 500 |
| 134 |
Château Le Pin
A top offering of one of Bordeaux’s most collectable wines. |
1989 | - | 3500 |
| 133 |
Château Pétrus
A truly grand and opulent Petrus that’s open for early drinking. |
2009 | - | 6000 |
| 135 |
Château Pétrus
One of the greatest wines ever produced at Pétrus, truly outstanding. |
1989 | - | 6000 |
| Bin | Red, Saint-Émilion | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 136 |
Château Barrail Du Blanc
Very fine traditional claret from this small property.
Grand Cru Classé
|
2022 | - | 80 |
| 142 |
Croix Canon
Grand Cru Classé The second wine of Château Canon form an exceptional year, drinking beautifully now.
Grand Cru Classé
|
2014 | - | 120 |
| 138 |
Château Pavie Maquin
A serious, concentrated wine with a fresh lift from a winery that now commands serious respect.
1er Grand Cru Classé
|
2015 | - | 260 |
| 137 |
Château Beauséjour Duffau-Lagarrosse
A stone cold classic from this great, great vintage.
1er Grand Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 195 |
| 149 |
Chapelle d’Ausone
Only produced in tiny quantities this second wine of Ausone is one of the best wine s of the ’07 vintage.
Grand Cru Classé
|
2007 | - | 230 |
| 140 |
Château Angelus
First rate effort from an estate ranked alongside the very best by most critics.
1er Grand Cru Classé
|
2007 | - | 480 |
| 139 |
Château Figeac
Great, mid weight Figeac from a fantastic vintage.
1er Grand Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 500 |
| 143 |
Château Ausone
A big tannic bruiser that’s just starting to open up.
1er Grand Cru Classé (A)
|
1988 | - | 600 |
| 144 |
Château Ausone
A lighter, more open style of wine in the early stages of maturity.
1er Grand Cru Classé (A)
|
1989 | - | 650 |
| 141 |
Château Pavie
A monumental wine rated by some as one of the greatest clarets of the last half century.
1er Grand Cru Classé
|
2005 | - | 700 |
| 145 |
Château Cheval Blanc
A very fine Cheval Blanc; possibly their best wine of the nineties.
1er Grand Cru Classé (A)
|
1995 | - | 750 |
| 125 |
Château Cheval Blanc
A very grand, and fully mature, Cheval from an ever pleasing vintage.
1er Grand Cru Classé (A)
|
1985 | - | 850 |
| 148 |
Château Grand Village Blanc
A really stunning white Fronsac from the owners of Château Lafleur. |
2021 | - | 60 |
| 147 |
Blanc de Lynch-Bages
A first rate vintage for this rare white. |
2017 | - | 150 |
| Bin | Sweet Whites, Sauternes and Barsac | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 |
Château Doisy-Védrines
Rich, juicy wine full of candied fruit character
2ème Cru Classé
|
2016 | - | 120 |
| 152 |
Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey
One of the best wines ever made at this reinvigorated estate.
1er Cru Classé
|
2001 | - | 100 |
| 151 |
Château Rieussec
One of the finest modern wines produced at this outstanding property. 1er Cru Classé
1er Cru Classé
|
2009 | - | 135 |
| 153 |
Château D’Yquem
Probably the best Sauternes vintage of the nineties this perfectly shows Yquem’s inimitable concentration.
1er Cru Supérieur
|
1997 | - | 660 |
| 154 |
Chateau D’Yquem
A great wine from this particularly exuberant vintage.
1er Cru Supérieur
|
1989 | - | 750 |
| 155 |
Château D’Yquem
Very big and expressive even by D’Yquems standards.
1er Cru Supérieur
|
1986 | - | 725 |
| 157 |
Château D’Yquem
A great vintage for D’Yquem and with some decent bottle age too.
1er Cru Supérieur
|
1983 | - | 800 |
| 156 |
Château D’Yquem
A chance to try one of the greatest D’Yquems of modern times.
1er Cru Supérieur
|
2003 | - | 7000 |
Burgundy
| Bin | White | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 784 |
Magnum, Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru Cuvée Dames de Flandres
A lavish and opulent wine that seems to over deliver in all departments. |
2003 | - | 540 |
| 183 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru Cuveé François de Salins
Top notch Corton from one of the great vintages of the century. |
2010 | - | 300 |
| Bin | White, Chablis | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 158 |
Chablis
A typically elegant wine from this fine little producer.
Vincent Dampt
|
2023 | - | 68 |
| 159 |
Chablis 1er Cru Vaillon
Typically bright nose with subtle oak and a good mineral finish.
Albert Bichot Domaine Long-Depaquit
|
2020 | - | 100 |
| 162 |
Chablis Grand Cru Bougros
A fantastic effort from an under the radar producer in an exceptional vintage
Thierry Laffay
|
2015 | - | 135 |
| 163 |
Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos
Really impressive Grand Cru from a domain that is now rated alongside the best in Chablis.
Drouhin-Vaudon
|
2020 | - | 230 |
| 165 |
Chablis Grand Cru Moutonne
A focused and elegant Grand Cru from a well sited climat between Vaudésir and Les Preuses
Albert Bichot Domaine Long-Depaquit
|
2019 | - | 290 |
| 161 |
Chablis 1er Cru La Fôret
Fantastic and particularly age worthy wine from the best estate in Chablis
François Raveneau
|
2015 | - | 600 |
| Bin | White, Mâconnais and Côte Challonaise | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 164 |
Bourgogne Aligote de Bouzeron
Aubert de Villaine of DRC makes a great little wine from this aligote only AC.
A et P de Villaine
|
2020 | - | 60 |
| 167 |
Viré-Clessé Tradition
Rich and generous one of Mâcon’s great little producers
René Michel
|
2019 | - | 72 |
| 168 |
Saint-Véran
Very fine Mâcon, structured and steely in the manner of good Côtes du Beaune whites
Saumaize-Michelin
|
2021 | - | 80 |
| 170 |
Mâcon-Verzé
This great domain’s Mâcon raises the bar for this whole region.
Domaine Leflaive
|
2020 | - | 90 |
| 172 |
Pouilly-Fuissé Pentacrine
Lovely defined and mineral wine from one of Mâcon’s best producers
Saumaize-Michelin
|
2020 | - | 95 |
| Bin | White, Côtes du Beaune | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 174 |
St-Aubin 1er Cru Chanteniere
Classic white Burgundy from a tiny plot of old vines and an underrated producer
Henri Prudhon
|
2022 | - | 125 |
| 169 |
Meursault 1er Cru Sous Le Dos D’Ane
Beautiful white Beaune from an estate on absolutely top form
Domaine Leflaive
|
2015 | - | 375 |
| 177 |
Beaune 1er Cru Les Aigrots
Elegant Beaune from a producer renowned for purity, classically proportioned with pleasing intensity.
Domaine De Montille
|
2020 | - | 155 |
| 175 |
Meursault
Full and supremely elegant, rich yet soft on the palate.
Albert Bichot Domaine du Pavillon
|
2022 | - | 140 |
| 176 |
Puligny-Montrachet Les Nosroyes
A taught and mineral Puligny from this excellent but slightly under the radar domain.
Génot-Boulanger
|
2018 | - | 140 |
| 178 |
Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes
First rate Chassagne from this excellent, traditional producer
Jean Noel Gagnard
|
2020 | - | 160 |
| 166 |
Meursault 1er Cru Les Perrières
The wines from this large, historic estate are now amongst the top tier in Burgundy
Château de Meursault
|
2016 | - | 210 |
| 184 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
Serious Grand Cru with weight, power and style
Domaine De Montille
|
2015 | - | 240 |
| 179 |
Meursault
State of the art Meursault with the focus on purity rather than weight.
Guy Roulot
|
2020 | - | 1000 |
| 183 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
Hospices de Beaune. Top notch Corton from one of the great vintages of the century
Cuveé François de Salins
|
2010 | - | 300 |
| 173 |
Le Montrachet Grand Cru
A super example of one of the World’s finest white wines.
Domaine Jacques Prieur
|
2013 | - | 1300 |
| 180 |
Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Clavoillon
A nicely developed Puligny from a great year and a great domain
Domaine Leflaive
|
2014 | - | 400 |
| 182 |
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
A top wine at the prime of its ageing potential.
Bonneau du Martray
|
2005 | - | 450 |
| 186 |
Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru
Awesome Grand Cru wine from one of Burgundy’s top flight white wine producers
Domaine Leflaive
|
2014 | - | 2000 |
| 187 |
Le Montrachet Grand Cru
Vinified by Joseph Drouhin, this is truly the king of white Burgundy
Marquis de Laguiche
|
2015 | - | 1200 |
| 185 |
Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru
An excellent offering of one of the most elegant Grand Crus.
Domaine Leflaive
|
2014 | - | 1500 |
| Bin | Red | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 211 |
Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuveé Madeleine Collignon
Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru. |
2004 | - | 165 |
| 799 |
Magnum, Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuveé Madeleine Collignon
Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru. |
2004 | - | 300 |
| 220 |
Pommard 1er Cru Cuvée Dames de la Charité
Really bright and pretty Pommamrd; drinking beautifully now. |
2008 | - | 125 |
| 223 |
Beaune 1er Cru Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres
Lovely Beaune from a vintage proving itself in the long term. |
2008 | - | 125 |
| 233 |
Corton Grand Cru Cuvée Docteur Peste
Youthful and multilayered wine with huge potential |
2011 | - | 155 |
| 785 |
Magnum, Beaune 1er Cru Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres
Great Beaune from a delicious, fruit forward, vintage |
2015 | - | 200 |
| 786 |
Magnum, Pommard Cuvée Raymond Cyrot
A full and generous Pommard from this ripe year. |
2015 | - | 240 |
| Bin | Red, Côtes de Nuits | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 191 |
Chambolle-Musigny Vieilles Vignes Les Bussières
Thoughtfully made Chambolle from a very well regarded producer.
Oliver Jouan
|
2012 | - | 145 |
| 211 |
Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru Cuveé
Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru
Hospices de Beaune
Madeleine Collignon |
2004 | - | 165 |
| 195 |
Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos des Varoilles
Great Premier Cru from one of the oldest vineyards in Burgundy.
Domaine des Varoilles
|
2018 | - | 215 |
| 194 |
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
Mature Grand Cru from a legendary vineyard.
Maison Jessiaume
|
2008 | - | 145 |
| 189 |
Morey-St.-Denis
Wonderful village Morey from a master of pinot.
Domaine Dujac
|
2015 | - | 400 |
| 190 |
Nuits–St.–Georges 1er Cru Clos
Rich and delicious wine from a well sited monopole vineyard
Domaine de L’Arlot
Clos Des Forets St.–Georges |
2015 | - | 240 |
| 188 |
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
Fine wine from a producer who has been working hard to significantly up their game
Château de la Tour
|
2009 | - | 180 |
| 192 |
Nuits–St.–Georges
First rate wine from this village’s iconic producer.
Henri Gouges
|
2015 | - | 160 |
| 201 |
Vosne–Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots
Very classy wine packed with ripe aromas and an opulent palate.
Domaine de L’Arlot
|
2013 | - | 215 |
| 204 |
Morey-St.-Denis
Excellent village wine from this great estate.
Domaine des Lambrays
|
2017 | - | 265 |
| 207 |
Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru
At this level Drouhin’s wines stand shoulder to shoulder with the best in Burgundy.
Joseph Drouhin
|
2011 | - | 325 |
| 202 |
Vosne–Romanée
Village wine to surpass many Grand Crus from this superstar producer.
Méo-Camuzet
|
2010 | - | 275 |
| 205 |
Musigny Grand Cru
A big wine built to age and the jewel in the crown of this top flight producer.
Comte Georges de Vogüé
|
2015 | - | 1200 |
| 193 |
Nuits–St.–Georges 1er Cru Les Damodes
Excellent premier cru from this small domain, based in Nuits–St.–Georges.
Jean Chauvenet
|
2012 | - | 185 |
| 197 |
Chambolle-Musigny
A superb Chambolle from the village’s finest producer in one of the great modern vintages
Comte Georges de Vogüé
|
2010 | - | 300 |
| 199 |
Clos de la Roche Grand Cru
A beautiful and elegant wine from this small Grand Cru in Morey-St.-Denis.
Joseph Drouhin
|
2012 | - | 425 |
| 203 |
Chambertin Grand Cru
Exceptional Chambertin from a reinvigorated and much sought after domain.
Domaine Jacques Prieur
|
2013 | - | 500 |
| 206 |
Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru
First rate wine from one of the best names in Burgundy
Comte Georges de Vogüé
|
2007 | - | 800 |
| 196 |
Clos de Tart Grand Cru
A stunning monopole Grand Cru from Morey-St.-Denis.
Mommessin
|
2009 | - | 800 |
| 212 |
Musigny Grand Cru
An exceptional example of one of the rarest and most highly prized wines in Burgundy
Comte Georges de Vogüé
|
2006 | - | 1000 |
| 198 |
Clos St.-Denis Grand Cru
Grand Cru Dujac from a great year; Burgundy doesn’t get much better than this
Domaine Dujac
|
2009 | - | 1100 |
| 208 |
Romanée-St.-Vivant Grand Cru
Serious wine from DRC’s most overlooked but most improved vineyard.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
|
2003 | - | 4250 |
| 215 |
Grands Échézeaux Grand Cru
A classy and taut wine with great depth and precision.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
|
2002 | - | 4250 |
| 209 |
Échézeaux Grand Cru
Full and voluptuous; one of the best Echézeaux's DRC have made.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
|
2005 | - | 4750 |
| 210 |
Richebourg Grand Cru
A great example of one of the top wines from this vintage
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
|
1991 | - | 5000 |
| 213 |
La Tâche Grand Cru
Pretty much the pinnacle of quality in red Burgundy.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
|
2006 | - | 7000 |
| Bin | Red, Côte de Beaune | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 230 |
Pommard 1er Cru Combes Dessus
Excellent age worthy and terroir driven wine from a most interesting domain
Marquis D’Angerville
|
2016 | - | 250 |
| 220 |
Pommard 1er Cru Cuvée Dames de la Charité
Really bright and pretty Pommard; drinking beautifully now.
Hospices de Beaune
|
2008 | - | 125 |
| 223 |
Beaune 1er Cru Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres
Lovely Beaune from a vintage proving itself in the long term
Hospices de Beaune
|
2008 | - | 125 |
| 233 |
Corton Grand Cru Cuvée Docteur Peste
Youthful and multi-layered wine with huge potential.
Hospices de Beaune
|
2011 | - | 155 |
| 235 |
Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches
Drouhin’s wines are renowned for elegance and precision and at this level are amongst the best in Burgundy
Joseph Drouhin
|
2016 | - | 210 |
| 234 |
Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru
The top wine from ever an excellent producer of deft and elegant wines
Tollot-Beaut
|
2014 | - | 180 |
| 229 |
Volnay 1er Cru Champans
Stunning wine from the finest vineyard and the best producer in the appellation
Marquis D’Angerville
|
2012 | - | 230 |
| Bin | Red, Beaujolais | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 216 |
Côte de Brouilly
First rate Beaujolais, soft, persistent and balanced.
Daniel Bouland
|
2023 | - | 65 |
| 219 |
Fleurie Clos Vernay
This is the quality lead Beaujolais outpost of the famed Lafarges of Volnay
Domaine Lafarge-Vial
|
2017 | - | 90 |
| 218 |
Moulin-À-Vent Coeur de Terroirs Vieilles Vignes
Labruyère are crafting some of the finest wines in Beaujolais; deep and complex whilst still true to the appellation
Domaine Labruyère
|
2020 | - | 80 |
Rhône
| Bin | White, Northern | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 240 |
St Peray Les Pins
Marsanne with a touch of rousanne but with more focus and edge than you often find; bordering on exceptional
Bernard Gripa
|
2018 | - | 68 |
| 237 |
Condrieu
A full and balanced wine that is still the finest expression of viognier to be found anywhere
Domaine Blanc Christophe
|
2023 | - | 120 |
| Bin | White, Southern | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 241 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Blanc
Exotic and complex; a fine expression of white Châteauneuf.
Clos des Papes
|
2017 | - | 150 |
| 239 |
Tavel Rosé Vieilles Vignes
Deeply coloured and intensely flavoured rosé.
Tardieu-Laurent
|
2022 | - | 63 |
| Bin | Red, Northern | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 244 |
Croze-Hermitage Les Pierrelles
Lots of warm, fleshy syrah fruit on the nose with excellent concentration on the palate
Albert Belle
|
2022 | - | 57 |
| 246 |
St-Joseph
Wonderful savoury syrah with the emphasis on balance and perfumed aromas
André Perret
|
2020 | - | 77 |
| 245 |
Cornas Coteaux
Michel Tardieu is a self styled négotiant-éleveur whose noninterventionist wines are some of the finest in the Rhône
Tardieu-Laurent
|
2010 | - | 120 |
| 248 |
Côte-Rôtie Ampodium
Rostaing’s well situated vineyards produce compellingly balanced wines
René Rostaing
|
2015 | - | 135 |
| 247 |
Côte-Rôtie La Landonne
A real powerhouse of a wine; just starting to open up.
E. Guigal
|
2013 | - | 500 |
| 249 |
Côte-Rôtie La Mouline
A classic example of Guigal’s single vineyard wines with great power and freshness
E. Guigal
|
2012 | - | 500 |
| 251 |
Côte-Rôtie La Turque
As is often the case, this is the broadest and richest of the La Las
E. Guigal
|
2000 | - | 500 |
| 253 |
Hermitage
Maybe not a superstar but a well thought of domain delivering serious wines
Domaine du Colombier
|
2009 | - | 145 |
| 252 |
Hermitage Marquise du Tourette
A stone cold classic from an ascendant producer in a truly great vintage.
Delas Fréres
|
2010 | - | 175 |
| 257 |
Hermitage
Excellent wine from this small and highly sought after producer
Bernard Faurie
|
2009 | - | 150 |
| 255 |
Hermitage La Chapelle
After a few “lost years” new ownership has restored this wine to it’s status as one of the Rhône’s icons
Paul Jaboulet Aîné
|
2011 | - | 325 |
| 256 |
Hermitage Le Méal
An outstanding mature and approachable example of Chapoutier’s top wine
M. Chapoutier
|
2000 | - | 350 |
| 254 |
Hermitage
A first rate wine from one of the greatest winery’s anywhere
J.L. Chave
|
2000 | - | 600 |
| Bin | Red, Southern | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 262 |
Cairanne Réserve des Seigneurs
Wonderful, handmade, wine from this ever great producer. |
2020 | - | 56 |
| 263 |
Gigondas
Rich and concentrated while still remaining elegant this is first rate Gigondas |
2021 | - | 110 |
| 271 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Cuvée Signature
Great wine from a top young domain specializing in old vines, old oak and gentle extraction. |
2016 | - | 120 |
| 267 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape
Effortlessly elegant; described by one critic as the Richbourg of Châteauneuf |
2020 | - | 150 |
| 270 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape
An excellent and classically proportioned wine from a property held in the highest esteem |
2011 | - | 145 |
| 272 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape
Very fine Châteauneuf made in the traditional style by this young, boutique producer |
2010 | - | 160 |
| 265 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape
Truly great Châteauneuf |
2009 | - | 220 |
Loire
| Bin | White, Anjou | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 274 |
Anjou Blanc Sec
Great chenin from one of the best new wine makers in the Loire; rich but crystal clear and with a rapier like precision.
Thibaud Boudignon
|
2020 | - | 85 |
| Bin | White, Touraine | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 275 |
Vouvray Le Peu de La Moriette Demi-Sec
A big botrytis nose and notable sweetness on the palate all held in place with refreshing acidity.
Domaine Pichot
|
2009 | - | 68 |
| Bin | White, Central Vineyards | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 283 |
Pouilly-Fumé Silex
A pronounced varietal character is backed up with good length and concentration
Domaine De La Loge
|
2022 | - | 77 |
| 282 |
Sancerre Caillottes
First rate Sancerre with fresh and lemony with lots of grassy aromas.
Domaine La Croix Saint Laurent
|
2023 | - | 72 |
| 287 |
Sancerre Chêne Marchand
Powerful oak aged wine with amazing depth, aromatically and on the palate.
Vincent Pinard
|
2018 | - | 120 |
| 285 |
Sancerre Mont Damnées
Meticulously hand crafted from vineyard to cellar; it’s hard to imagine better Sancerre
Gérard Boulay
|
2022 | - | 120 |
| 288 |
Sancerre La Grande Côte
Rich and effortless wine with huge breadth and layers of flavour
François Cotat
|
2020 | - | 140 |
| 286 |
Pouilly-Fumé Silex
Pretty much the pinnacle of dry, white Loire.
Didier Daganeau
|
2020 | - | 325 |
| Bin | Rose, Touraine | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 290 |
Sybille Rosé
Sancerre rosé in all but name; as good as any in France.
Gérard Boulay
|
2022 | - | 72 |
| Bin | Red, Anjou-Saumur | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 289 |
Saumur-Champigny
Very fine and poised cabernet franc with pleasant ripeness and persistence.
Roches Neuves
|
2020 | - | 58 |
| 293 |
Bourgueil Les Perrières
Jacky Blot is the man of the moment in Vouvray and is making waves with these Burgundian takes on Bourgueil.
Domaine de la Butte
|
2017 | - | 75 |
| Bin | Red, Central Vineyards | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 291 |
Sancerre Rouge Charlouise
Really great pinot with similar quality and longevity to premier cru Burgundy |
2021 | - | 115 |
| Bin | Sweet, Touraine | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 294 |
Vouvray Moelleux Clos du Bourg 1er Trie
Rich and succulent wine with fresh acidity that still feels youthful. |
2002 | - | 85 |
Regional France
| Bin | White | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304 |
Arbois Chardonnay
Côtes du Jura Light with a very edgy complexity; much more to this than it’s “hipster wine” reputation may lead you to believe.
Domaine Du Pélican
|
2020 | - | 95 |
| Bin | Red | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 306 |
Arbois Trousseau Cuvée des Géologues Les Bruyères
Côtes du Jura Light with a very edgy complexity; much more to this than it’s “hipster wine” reputation may lead you to believe.
Lucien Aviet
|
2017 | - | 90 |
| 308 |
Bandol Château Sainte Anne
Beautiful mouvedre based wine from the last great, undiscovered A.C.
Côte de Provence
|
2017 | - | 90 |
Germany
| Bin | White, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 322 |
Riesling Kabinett Abstberg
Carl Von Schubert A racy and fruity Kabinett; the epitome of fine German wine.
Maximin Grünhäuser
|
2018 | - | 68 |
| 325 |
Riesling Kabinett Berncasteler Doctor
Text book wine from this great and rejuvenated estate.
Weingut Dr H Thanisch
|
2017 | - | 70 |
| 324 |
Riesling Auslese Bernkastler Badstube
Intense auslese with strong minerality as well as light botrytis.
J.J.Prüm
|
2015 | - | 95 |
| Bin | White, Rheingau | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328 |
Riesling Grosses Gewächs Lorchhäuser Seligmacher
Delicate and dry yet still powerful this is the epitome of German Grand Cru.
August Kesseler
|
2016 | - | 125 |
| Bin | White, Rheinhessen | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 329 |
Riesling Trocken Molsheim
State of the art Riesling from this dry white specialist.
Battenfeld-Spanier
|
2020 | - | 77 |
| Bin | White, Nahe | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 334 |
Riesling Auslese Monzinger Halenberg
An absolutely gorgeous and expressive wine with medium sweetness.
Emrich Schönleber
|
2010 | - | 80 |
| 335 |
Riesling Fruhlingsplatzchen Grosse Gewachs
Grosse Gewachs means grand cru or historic vineyard with the style being something like a dry auslese.
Emrich Schönleber
|
2010 | - | 125 |
Austria
| Bin | White | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 342 |
Riesling Federspiel Ried Burgstal
A pure and racy Riesling from Austria’s finest producer of dry whites.
F X Pichler
|
2021 | - | 95 |
Italy
| Bin | White, Veneto | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 348 |
Soave
Dry and crisp wine from one of Soave's benchmark producers
Pieropan
|
2022 | - | 60 |
| Bin | White, Piemonte | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 |
Gavi La Minaia
Lovely Gavi with great mineral back bone.
Nicola Bergaglio
|
2023 | - | 56 |
| Bin | White, Friuli-Venezia | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 354 |
Ribolla
Strange and fascinating wine made in amphora using ancient techniques (n.b. this is what is known as orange wine and is more than a little unusual) |
2006 | - | 100 |
| 353 |
Vintage Tunina
Stunningly rich and gently oaked this is Jermann’s flagship white |
2017 | - | 120 |
| Bin | White, Marche | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 355 |
Verdicchio Classico Superiore
Complex, mineral and a fine wine by anyone’s yardstick; one of Italy’s best whites |
2022 | - | 56 |
| Bin | Red, Trentino | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 357 |
San Leonardo
Supremely elegant Bordeaux blend; firm and deep rather than a powerhouse
Tenuta San Leonardo
|
2014 | - | 200 |
| Bin | Red, Veneto and the North East | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 358 |
Valpolicella
Fresh and bright modern Valpolicella from this ever excellent producer
Allegrini
|
2023 | - | 50 |
| 360 |
Valpolicella Classico Superiore
Stunning wine from a legendary estate that put Valpolicella on the map.
Quintarelli
|
2008 | - | 170 |
| 362 |
Amarone della Valpolicella
A relative newcomer to Amarone this small winery is already producing one of the best wines in the DOC
Marion
|
2018 | - | 185 |
| 365 |
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Elegant and restrained interpretation of Amarone from a historic winery
Bertani
|
2008 | - | 275 |
| 368 |
Amarone della Valpolicella
Dalforno’s Amarones are a real tour de force, crammed with flavour and lasting forever on the palate
Romano Dal Forno
|
2008 | - | 425 |
| 367 |
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Phenomenal wine that combines power and elegance in a true iron fist in a velvet glove style
Quintarelli
|
1997 | - | 550 |
| Bin | Red, Piedmonte and Langhe | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 370 |
Dolcetto d’Alba
Beautiful light and soft Dolcetto from this superb producer.
E. Pira-Chiara Boschis
|
2022 | - | 55 |
| 371 |
Barbera d’Alba
Very intense fruit with low acid and tannin, very good indeed
G.D.Vajra
|
2023 | - | 72 |
| 369 |
Langhe Nebbiolo
An excellent baby Barolo with lots of fruit and mild tannin
Paolo Scavino
|
2021 | - | 64 |
| 375 |
Barbera d’Alba Cascina Francia
Voluptuous with a fresh touch of acidity to keep it in check.
Giacomo Conterno
|
2013 | - | 155 |
| 377 |
Barolo Castiglione
Very fine wine from one of Piedmont’s top vineyards
Vietti
|
2011 | - | 142 |
| 378 |
Barolo Brunate
Near perfect Barolo from a modern producer with a light touch.
Andrea Oberto
|
2010 | - | 185 |
| 381 |
Barolo Pira
A great wine from one of the most highly regarded producers in Piedmont.
Roagna
|
2013 | - | 330 |
| 376 |
Barolo
Serious Barolo, built for the long haul and drinking nicely now.
Elio Altare
|
2015 | - | 155 |
| 380 |
Barbaresco Montefico Risererva
Excellent, mature Cru Barbaresco from this benchmark cooperative.
Produttori del Barbaresco
|
2009 | - | 125 |
| 390 |
Barolo Colonnello
A fine example of one of Conterno's more open and opulent selections
Aldo Conterno
|
2005 | - | 280 |
| 373 |
Barolo Riserva Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe
Old vine single vineyard Barolo that combines power with elegance
Cavallotto
|
2008 | - | 195 |
| 374 |
Barolo Monprivato
Balanced and brilliant; another great vintage for one of the finest wines in Barolo
Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio
|
2009 | - | 220 |
| 385 |
Barolo Le Vigne
An excellent example of this tribute to traditional Barolo
Luciano Sandrone
|
2009 | - | 240 |
| 379 |
Barolo Arborina
Stunning Barolo with definite Burgundian leanings from a new wave pioneer
Elio Altare
|
2010 | - | 280 |
| 383 |
Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata Torriglione
Hand made wine that is one of the most sought after in Barolo.
Roberto Voerzio
|
2007 | - | 300 |
| 382 |
Barolo Cascina Francia
One of Piemonte’s finest producers of super pure traditional Barolo.
Giacomo Conterno
|
2009 | - | 375 |
| 384 |
Barolo Monfortino Riserva
The finest wine produced in Barolo, indeed maybe all of Italy (and possibly in the whole World?).
Giacomo Conterno
|
2005 | - | 1200 |
| 386 |
Barbaresco Santo Stefano
Outstanding wine from one of the greatest estates in the World.
Bruno Giacosa
|
2007 | - | 200 |
| 387 |
Barbaresco
Classic Gaja from a superb vintage
Gaja
|
2013 | - | 325 |
| Bin | Red, Tuscany | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 391 |
Tignanello
A refined and elegant wine with a little more cabernet than usual in this sangiovese based Super-Tuscan.
Antinori
|
2014 | - | 300 |
| 389 |
Rosso di Montepulciano
Fresh modern wine from one of the D.O.C.’s best producers
Poliziano
|
2023 | - | 65 |
| 392 |
Chianti Classico
Really great Chianti; expansive, perfumed and very generous.
Monteraponi
|
2022 | - | 80 |
| 393 |
Brunello di Montalcino
An utterly delicious Brunello from a young estate with some of highest vineyards in the DOCG.
Le Ragnaie
|
2015 | - | 140 |
| 395 |
Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuove
Precise, succulent and with subtle oak, this is a perfect modern Brunello.
Casanova Di Neri
|
2010 | - | 600 |
| 394 |
Testamatta
Made entirely from Sangiovese, the emphasis here is on grace and harmony rather than blunt force extraction.
Bibi Graetz
|
2015 | - | 225 |
| 398 |
Sassicaia
A fine, youthful vintage from this cabernet based super Tuscan
Tenuta San Guido
|
2009 | - | 500 |
| 401 |
Brunello di Montalcino
The finest Brunello produced, showing great depth and subtlety.
Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera
|
1999 | - | 1200 |
| 402 |
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
Soldera’s wines have a delicate and ethereal nature that runs counter to the trend for extraction and colour.
Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera
|
1998 | - | 1400 |
| Bin | Red, The South and the Islands | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 405 |
Etna Rosso
Made from nerello mascalese and leaning, stylistically, somewhere between Barolo and Burgundy
Terre Nere
|
2022 | - | 70 |
| 404 |
Passopisciaro
From the slopes of Mount Etna this stunning wine has almost Barolo-esque complexity
Franchetti
|
2017 | - | 90 |
Spain
| Bin | White, Rias Biaxas | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 408 |
Albariño
One of the best Albariño’s out there, with a touch more depth than usual.
Pazo Señorans
|
2023 | - | 64 |
| Bin | White, Cantabria | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 409 |
Txakoli
Bone dry and slightly pétillant; one of the most interesting whites in Spain.
Bodegas Agerre
|
2022 | - | 50 |
| Bin | White, Rioja | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 412 |
Rioja Blanco
A fresh, modern Rioja made from estate grown, old vine grapes.
Luis Cãnas
|
2022 | - | 50 |
| 410 |
Rioja Blanco Trascueva
Floral on the nose with a taught yet creamy palate with the accent on expressive fruit not oak.
Bodegas Artuke
|
2021 | - | 100 |
| Bin | White, Valencia | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 413 |
Cullerot
Bright with a citrus peel character; made in amphora from the rare verdil variety
Celler del Roure
|
2021 | - | 50 |
| Bin | Red, Priorat | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 416 |
Mas La Mola
A stunning offering from this young boutique winery that is as good as almost anything else in Priorat. |
2021 | - | 95 |
| 418 |
Finca Dofi
Benchmark single vineyard Priorat from the region’s pioneer.
Alvaro Palacios
|
2018 | - | 165 |
| Bin | Red, Rioja | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 423 |
Rioja Crianza
A juicy and quaffable Rioja from this excellent bodega.
Luis Cãnas
|
2020 | - | 55 |
| 427 |
Rioja Reserva
From one of Rioja’s grand old houses and now made wholly from grapes grown on the estate.
Marqués de Murrieta
|
2020 | - | 92 |
| 430 |
Selección de la Familia Reserva
The Selección Especial has only been released four times in fifty years and denotes truly exceptional vintages.
Luis Cãnas
|
2019 | - | 95 |
| 434 |
Viña El Pisón
Although now no longer labelled Rioja this is the pinnacle of Artadi’s terroir based approach to wine.
Artadi
|
2014 | - | 450 |
| 428 |
Rioja
Modern and fruit driven Rioja that retains a sense of place and doesn’t feel overworked.
Señorío De San Vincente
|
2016 | - | 130 |
| 428 |
Imperial Gran Reserva
Cuné’s Imperial vineyard is one of the highpoints of traditional Rioja.
C.V.N.E.
|
2011 | - | 145 |
| 432 |
La Cueva del Contador
The quality of the second wine from Benjamín Romeo’s lauded estate is suitably elevated as no Contador was produced in this vintage.
Bodegas Contador
|
2007 | - | 170 |
| 426 |
Gran Reserva 904
Lovely old style Rioja from an all time great vintage with generous weight and proven longevity.
La Rioja Alta
|
2010 | - | 160 |
| 433 |
Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial
A great release of one of Spain’s most iconic wines.
Marqués de Murrieta
|
2010 | - | 550 |
| 431 |
Gran Reserva 890 Selección Especial
A landmark release of one of the pinnacles of rioja.
La Rioja Alta
|
2005 | - | 310 |
| Bin | Red, Toro | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 437 |
Pintia
An elegant style of Toro made in a cool year by Vega Sicilia’s outpost here.
Bodegas y Viñedos Pintia
|
2013 | - | 140 |
| Bin | Red, Ribera Del Duero | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 443 |
Finca Villacreces
Wonderful full and expressive Ribera from a meticulously run property. |
2020 | - | 105 |
| 446 |
Alion
Superb, sophisticated wine; Vega Sicilia’s take on new wave Ribera.
Bodegas y Viñedos Alion
|
2019 | - | 225 |
| 448 |
Flor de Pingus
The little brother of Spain’s most expensive wine, this is still phenomenal in its own right.
Domino de Pingus
|
2012 | - | 165 |
| 449 |
Valbuena 5°
A great Valbuena, one of the very best.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
2010 | - | 325 |
| 450 |
Único
Another great release, really getting into its stride right now.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
1989 | - | 650 |
| 451 |
Unico
First rate vintage for Spain’s finest wine.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
1994 | - | 665 |
| 453 |
Unico
A more delicate and feminine expression of Unico.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
1996 | - | 575 |
| 454 |
Unico
This truly grand release from Vega Sicilia’s is up there with the greats.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
1998 | - | 600 |
| 455 |
Unico
One of the greatest wines produced here in recent years.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia
|
2000 | - | 430 |
Portugal
| Bin | Red | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 460 |
Drink Me
An easy drinking red with the depth and character of a classic Douro wine.
Niepoort
|
2021 | - | 53 |
| 463 |
Chryseia
A massive and voluptuous wine from Bruno Prats of Cos D’Estournel.
Prats Symington
|
2013 | - | 130 |
| 462 |
Barca Velha
Portugal’s finest wine, this is only its 20th release since its inception in 1952.
Casa Ferreirinha
|
2011 | - | 900 |
| Bin | Port | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 469 |
Warre’s
A big and youthful, chewy wine from one of the best names in Port. |
2003 | - | 120 |
| 466 |
Croft
Pleasingly ripe with some nice signs of development. |
1985 | - | 95 |
| 470 |
Graham’s
A strong effort from Graham’s with good weight, breadth and structure. |
1997 | - | 100 |
| 465 |
Warre’s
One of the best wines from this vintage, at the start of its drinking window. |
2007 | - | 120 |
| 473 |
Niepoort
A big wine with plenty of depth and elegance to back it up. |
2000 | - | 150 |
| 471 |
Dow’s
Very fine Port from one of only two big declarations in the eighties. Mature but with plenty of vigour left. |
1985 | - | 175 |
| 472 |
Taylor’s
A really great heavyweight wine from Taylor’s. |
1985 | - | 180 |
| 474 |
Fonseca
An exceptional Port from the big vintage of the eighties. |
1985 | - | 180 |
| 475 |
Fonseca
Very brawny offering from one of the few houses to declare in this excellent vintage. |
1992 | - | 185 |
Lebanon
| Bin | Red, Bekka Valley | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 476 |
Chateau Musar
A truly unique wine that has attracted a dedicated following over the last five decades or more.
Gaston Hochar
|
2017 | - | 120 |
North America
| Bin | White, Napa and Carneros | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 482 |
Chardonnay
Fresh, bright and never flabby, very highly regarded.
Grgich Hills
|
2020 | - | 125 |
| Bin | White, Santa Cruz Mountains | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 485 |
Estate Chardonnay
Although best known for their reds Ridge have been some of the best chardonnays in California since the early sixties
Ridge
|
2020 | - | 175 |
| Bin | White, Sonoma | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 486 |
Chardonnay Kistler Vineyard
Kistler’s single vineyard chardonnays are California’s finest and are on par with Grand Cru Burgundy in terms of quality
Kistler
|
2014 | - | 250 |
| Bin | Red, Napa and Carneros | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
Beautiful cabernet with great balance between juicy fruit and defined structure.
Joseph Phelps
|
2016 | - | 200 |
| 508 |
Napanook
A very classy and exuberant cab dominated blend from this superb estate
Dominus Estate
|
2014 | - | 200 |
| 513 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
Grgich are one of the great names in Napa and produce a beautifully balance, savoury cab
Grgich Hills
|
2018 | - | 185 |
| 501 |
Belle Cousine
Dominated by merlot and reminiscent of fine Pomerol this is from a joint venture including the owner of DRC
Hyde de Villaine
|
2015 | - | 165 |
| 502 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
A textbook example of Napa cabernet; refined rather than too showy
Cakebread Cellars
|
2021 | - | 190 |
| 510 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
A first rate Bordeaux blend noted for balance and longevity
Philip Togni
|
2005 | - | 220 |
| 509 |
SLV Cabernet Sauvignon
Fine and balanced; the epitome of the iron fist in a velvet glove style
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
|
2012 | - | 250 |
| 514 |
Martha’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
A great vintage of this iconic cab
Heitz Cellars
|
2010 | - | 285 |
| 507 |
Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
A great release from one of the consistently best wineries in Napa
Staglin Family Vineyards
|
2010 | - | 300 |
| 505 |
Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
The first rate, top tier wine, from one of the oldest names in Napa
Château Montelena
|
2005 | - | 300 |
| 512 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr Crane Vineyard
Hobbs single vineyard cabs are up there with the very best in Napa
Paul Hobbs
|
2010 | - | 325 |
| 515 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select
One of the best wines in Napa made from a superbly sited plot of old vines
Shafer Vineyards
|
2008 | - | 525 |
| 518 |
Cabernet Sauvignon CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon
Schrader are right at the top of the tree in Napa producing some of the most highly rated and collectable cabs
Schrader
|
2011 | - | 550 |
| Bin | Red, Santa Cruz and Santa Ynez | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 520 |
Montebello
Still possibly the best cabernet based wine in California
Ridge
|
2007 | - | 335 |
| Bin | Red, Sonoma | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 526 |
Zinfandel
Extremely good zin from a producer quite rightly making waves
Seghesio
|
2022 | - | 75 |
| 527 |
Geyserville
First rate and very consistent zinfandel blend from the masters.
Ridge
|
2019 | - | 125 |
| 496 |
Pinot Noir The Pivot Vineyard
Littorai are one of the finest producers of pinot in California; truly world class
Littorai
|
2021 | - | 250 |
| Bin | Red, Santa Barbara County | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 529 |
Rattrapante Grenache
Manfred Krankl’s wine’s have a lot of power but retain a sense of elegance
Sine Qua Non
|
2012 | - | 800 |
| 530 |
Piranha Waterdance Syrah
Full scale and powerful but with a brightness that elevates it to greatness
Sine Qua Non
|
2014 | - | 495 |
| 531 |
Trouver l’Arène Syrah
Another powerfully elegant release from this collectable winery
Sine Qua Non
|
2015 | - | 495 |
| 532 |
Male ♂ Syrah
Very hard to find wine from the hottest cult property in California
Sine Qua Non
|
2013 | - | 425 |
| 523 |
Five Shooter Syrah
In a market dominated by cabernet these Rhône inspired gems are top of the pile
Sine Qua Non
|
2010 | - | 475 |
| 524 |
Five Shooter Grenache
More Sin Qua Nonsense!
Sine Qua Non
|
2010 | - | 475 |
| 525 |
The Duel Grenache Reserve
Very limited release that has benefitted from extended oak aging
Sine Qua Non
|
2008 | - | 750 |
| Bin | Red, Oregon | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 538 |
Pinot Noir La Combe Verte
A serious and balanced wine made from estate grown fruit at this exciting winery
Walter Scott
|
2021 | - | 95 |
South America
| Bin | White, Chile | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 541 |
Sauvignon Blanc Cipreses Vineyard
Fine and concentrated sauvignon from a ground-breaking cult winery.
Casa Marin
|
2023 | - | 67 |
| Bin | Red, Chile | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 549 |
Carmenère
Well balanced and savoury wine with ample fruit and a fresh, structured palate.
Montes Alpha
|
2021 | - | 44 |
| 554 |
Clos Apalta Casa Lapostolle
A benchmark vintage for this wine and high end Chilean reds in general this has a big chunk of carmenère filled out with cabernet and merlot.
Cassa Lapostolle
|
2014 | - | 220 |
| 556 |
Almaviva
This cabernet dominated blend is widely regarded as Chile’s finest wine.
Baron Philippe de Rothschild
|
2015 | - | 275 |
| Bin | Red, Argentina | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 566 |
Malbec Obra Prima
A lovely rich and gentle wine with warming hints of lavender.
Familia Cassone
|
2017 | - | 58 |
| 570 |
Malbec Finca Mirador
The top wine from this much fancied producer achieves great concentration from tiny yields.
Achaval Ferrer
|
2018 | - | 225 |
South Africa
| Bin | White | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 574 |
Chenin Blanc Inspector Péringuey
A delicately oaked example of the Cape’s most popular white variety.
Stellenbosch
Jordan Estate |
2022 | - | 53 |
| 576 |
Sauvignon Blanc
Fresh and aromatic sauvignon that seems to lean to its Loire roots.
Elgin
Iona |
2023 | - | 60 |
| 583 |
Aristargos
A rich and broad chenin dominated field blend from one of the hottest wineries in SA.
Swartland
David & Nadia |
2019 | - | 75 |
| 580 |
Hemelrand Vine Garden
A blend of chenin, roussanne and chardonnay from this rated white wine specialist.
Hemel-en Aarde Western Cape
Alheit Vineyards |
2018 | - | 75 |
| 584 |
Semillon
Dry and rich semillion from some of the oldest vines in the Cape.
Hermanus Western Cape
Boekenhoutskloof |
2020 | - | 110 |
| 572 |
Chenin Blanc Elodie
Meticulously made, low intervention, Chenin with a dry and textural feel.
Bot River Western Cape
Gabriëlskloof |
2021 | - | 80 |
| 582 |
Chardonnay Clay Shales
Chardonnay of the first order, think high end Burgundy and California.
Hemel-en Aarde Western Cape
Crystallum |
2022 | - | 95 |
| Bin | Red | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 596 |
Redhill Pinotage
Aged in oak and from a single vineyard this is as good as pinotage gets.
Stellenbosch
Simonsig |
2020 | - | 89 |
| 595 |
Shiraz
Delicious, soft and spicy shiraz from this meticulous estate
Stellenbosch
Thelema |
2020 | - | 65 |
| 590 |
Porseleinberg Syrah
Highly collectible, World class, Syrah from one of the best estates in S.A.
Swartland
Boekenhoutskloof |
2020 | - | 170 |
| 592 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
The complexity of a good claret with the purity of fine Californian cabernet
Stellenbosch
Jordan Estate |
2019 | - | 66 |
| 599 |
Pinot Noir Limited Release
A bright, elegant and Burgundian expression of pinot noir.
Elgin
Iona |
2021 | - | 85 |
| 598 |
Cabernet Franc
Firm but with a lightness of touch; delicious in the Loire style.
Stellenbosch
Raats |
2018 | - | 81 |
| 610 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
Stunning cabernet from one of the most sought after names in the Cape
Stellenbosch
Thelema |
2020 | - | 80 |
| 597 |
Syrah
Very refined and perfumed syrah; elegant rather than bruising.
Cape Town
Savage Wines |
2020 | - | 95 |
| 612 |
Soldaat
Old, dry farmed, Grenache from this super innovative estate
Swartland
Sadie Family Wines |
2014 | - | 78 |
| 611 |
Red
A fresh Syrah based blend impeccably made by one of the most interesting winemakers in the Cape.
Swartland
Rall Wines |
2019 | - | 80 |
| 613 |
Kevin Arnold Shiraz
Very polished shiraz with great depth of flavour and canny balance.
Stellenbosch
Waterford |
2018 | - | 110 |
| 594 |
Shiraz
A raw and funky take on shiraz made with very little intervention
Bot River Western Cape
Luddite |
2013 | - | 90 |
| 604 |
Peter Barlow
Rustenberg’s flagship wine is a smooth, elegant cabernet sauvignon with real finesse
Stellenbosch
Rustenberg |
2019 | - | 90 |
| 614 |
Estate Wine
A blend of cabernet, merlot and syrah that is possibly the Cape’s best.
Stellenbosch
Rust en Vrede |
2020 | - | 115 |
| 607 |
Pinot Noir Cuvée Cinéma
World class pinot of this top cuvée from possibly the best producer of Burgundy varieties in the Cape.
Hemel-en Aarde Western Cape
Crystallum |
2020 | - | 100 |
| 615 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
Top notch cabernet; fresh and structured but not lacking in generosity of fruit.
Stellenbosch
Boekenhoutskloof |
2020 | - | 145 |
| 619 |
Cabernet Franc
Pretty fantastic cab franc made in the mould of the finest St-Emilions.
Franshhoek
Antonij Rupert |
2014 | - | 120 |
| 617 |
Series C
Series C is Villafonté’s blend of cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon and raises the bar in terms of South African fine wine.
Stellenbosch
Villafonté |
2010 | - | 130 |
| 616 |
V
Hugely regarded; this may be the finest Bordeaux blend come out of South Africa
Stellenbosch
Vergelegen |
2012 | - | 195 |
Australia
| Bin | White, Adelaide Hills | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 622 |
Block 1A Chardonnay
Refined and balanced with restrained oak and a textured palate.
The Lane
|
2023 | - | 51 |
| 620 |
M3 Chardonnay
Big expansive chardonnay that still remains structured and more-ish.
Shaw and Smith
|
2021 | - | 75 |
| 621 |
Suilven Chardonnay
Rich, sophisticated chardonnay; every bit as good as Australia’s very best.
Thistledown
|
2019 | - | 90 |
| Bin | White, Western Australia | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 623 |
Semillion/Sauvignon Blanc
Excellent Australian take on the classic white Grave style blend.
Suckfizzle
|
2014 | - | 80 |
| 627 |
Art Series Chardonnay
The best white in Australia and one of the best chardonnays anywhere.
Leeuwinn Estate
|
2014 | - | 130 |
| Bin | White, Victoria | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 631 |
Chardonnay
Rarely seen, one of the most complex and collectable wines in Australia.
Giaconda
|
2010 | - | 210 |
| Bin | White, New South Wales | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 632 |
Viognier
Hard to find and widely praised white from this increasingly well regarded estate.
Clonakilla
|
2019 | - | 110 |
| Bin | White, Barossa &Eden Valley | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 624 |
Riesling
Classic dry and rapier sharp Australian Riesling.
Mountdam Vineyards
|
2020 | - | 45 |
| 633 |
Rousanne /Marssanne
Rich and mouth filling; viscous with low acidity and quite delicious.
Powell & Son
|
2016 | - | 83 |
| Bin | Red, New South Wales | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 635 |
Shiraz/Viognier
Clonakilla pioneered this blend and make truly exceptional wine.
Clonakilla
|
2019 | - | 180 |
| Bin | Red, Victoria | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 651 |
Tout Pres Pinot Noir
Profound and elegant pinot that must be the best in Australia; sensational.
By Farr
|
2018 | - | 135 |
| Bin | Red, Barossa, Clare & Adelaide | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 656 |
Shiraz
An elegant cool climate Shiraz with the emphasis on red fruits and white pepper.
Tha Lane
|
2021 | - | 53 |
| 658 |
Barossa and Eden Valleys Shiraz
Aromatic and dense whilst retaining freshness and clarity on the palate.
Powell & Son
|
2017 | - | 105 |
| 665 |
Magill Estate Shiraz
Penfold’s single site expression of shiraz from Australia’s most historic vineyard.
Penfolds
|
2009 | - | 125 |
| 674 |
Cyril Henschke Cabernet
Stand out cab with serious depth.
Henschke
|
2010 | - | 200 |
| 664 |
St Henri Shiraz
Similar to Grange (and in many way’s its equal) but raised in large, old oak vats.
Penfolds
|
2010 | - | 150 |
| 673 |
Mount Edelstone Shiraz
Concentrated and elegant wine with a reputation for longevity.
Henschke
|
2017 | - | 300 |
| 666 |
RWT
RWT (Red Wine Trial) is a modern reimagining of Grange.
Penfolds
|
2010 | - | 195 |
| 669 |
Grange
Very grand old Grange, in great condition and showing very well.
Penfolds
|
1983 | - | 600 |
| 662 |
Grange
Very fine wine and a great chance to see this wine near its plateau of maturity.
Penfolds
|
1989 | - | 660 |
| 668 |
Grange
A classic Grange; up there with the all-time greats.
Penfolds
|
1996 | - | 700 |
| 663 |
Grange
A landmark, legendary, vintage for Grange.
Penfolds
|
1990 | - | 750 |
| 671 |
Grange
Big, even by Grange standards, and just starting to show its huge potential.
Penfolds
|
1998 | - | 800 |
| 670 |
Hill of Grace
Produced from a tiny plot of ancient pre-phyloxera vines this is Australia’s ultimate trophy wine.
Henschke
|
2009 | - | 800 |
| Bin | Red, Coonawarra | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 681 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
Ripe cassis nose with a structured palate and lots of pleasantly forward fruit.
Majella
|
2020 | - | 85 |
| Bin | Red, Western Australia | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 686 |
Cabernet Sauvignon
A true boutique wine and one of the best cabernets in Margret River.
Suckfizzle
|
2018 | - | 115 |
| 687 |
Diana Madeline
Vanya Cullen produces one of Australia’s finest cabernets merlot blends here.
Cullen
|
2020 | - | 265 |
New Zealand
| Bin | White, Martinborough | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 696 |
Sauvignon Blanc
Beautifully made sauvignon that balances sheer power and complexity.
Palliser Estate
|
2023 | - | 59 |
| 693 |
Gewurztraminer
Amazing clarity and concentration; up there with the best gewürztraminers in the world.
Dry River Estate
|
2017 | - | 110 |
| Bin | White, Marlborough | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 699 |
Wild Sauvignon
Easily the most interesting sauvignon, and perhaps white wine, being made in NZ at the moment.
Greywacke
|
2022 | - | 72 |
| Bin | White, Central Otago | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 702 |
Riesling
Great Riesling; fresh and mineral on the palate with exotic citrus notes on the nose.
Mount Edward
|
2019 | - | 65 |
| Bin | Red, Martinborough | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 712 |
Syrah Lovat Vineyard
In terms of quality this wine is a game changer for NZ syrah; simply stunning in its poise.
Dry River Estate
|
2016 | - | 145 |
| 711 |
Pinot Noir
Rich gamey and velvety pinot from one of the North Islands’ finest properties
Ata Rangi
|
2018 | - | 110 |
| Bin | Red, Marlborough | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 715 |
Pinot Noir
A light and delicate pinot that eschews the trend for oak and extraction.
Greywacke
|
2022 | - | 90 |
| Bin | Red, Central Otago | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 719 |
Pinot Noir
Very fine and deeply coloured pinot from this extremely good small winery.
Mount Edward
|
2021 | - | 85 |
| 720 |
Pinot Noir
A young winery, even by Otago standards, producing Pinot up there with the very best.
Burn Cottage
|
2020 | - | 160 |
| 721 |
Pinot Noir Bannockburn
One of the top pinots from one of Otago’s top estates is seemingly effortless and elegant; not as easy to do as it looks.
Felton Road
|
2022 | - | 145 |
Half Bottles and Magnums
| Bin | White, Italy | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 728 |
Verdicchio Classico Superiore, Villa Bucci, Marche
Complex, mineral and a fine wine by anyone’s yardstick; one of Italy’s best whites |
2022 | - | 30 |
| Bin | White, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 730 |
Rully, Michel Briday, Burgundy
An really superb glass of Mâcon |
2020 | - | 40 |
| 729 |
Sancerre, Lucien Crochet, Loire, France
Fresh lemony sauvignon with lots of grassy aromas |
2020 | - | 35 |
| Bin | Red, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 732 |
Château Grand Village, Bordeaux Supérieur
Modern Bordeaux from the mighty Château La Fleur |
2020 | - | 30 |
| 734 |
Châteauneauf-Du-Pape, Mont-Redon, Southern Rhône
Lovely Châteauneauf from this large and well regarded estate |
2018 | - | 57 |
| 740 |
Côte-Rôtie, Michel et Stephane Ogier, Northern Rhône
Very fine and balanced syrah that hasn’t been overdone |
2015 | - | 90 |
| Bin | Red, USA | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 738 |
Lytton springs, Ridge Vineyards, Sonoma County
First rate zinfandel blend from the masters |
2016 | - | 65 |
| Bin | Red, Italy | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 746 |
Barolo, Massolino, Piedmont
Well made and fully proportioned half from vineyards around Serralunga |
2019 | - | 66 |
| Bin | Sweet, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 749 |
Coteaux du Layon, Carte D’Or, Domaine Des Beaumard, Loire
Sweet yet delicate chenin blanc with a bright, apple-y acidity. |
2021 | - | 27 |
| 755 |
Château La Tour Blanche, 1er Cru Classé, Sauternes, Bordeaux
Extremely good offering from one of the best estates in Sauternes |
2005 | - | 50 |
| 767 |
Château D’Yquem, 1er Cru Supérieur, Sauternes, Bordeaux
A great wine from the top Sauterne vintage of the nineties |
1997 | - | 330 |
| 770 |
Château D’Yquem, 1er Cru Supérieur, Sauternes, Bordeaux
Yquem of the first order; one of the greats. |
1986 | - | 370 |
| 769 |
Château D’Yquem, 1er Cru Supérieur, Sauternes, Bordeaux
A chance to try one of the greatest Yquems of modern times |
1990 | - | 375 |
| Bin | Sweet, Portugal | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 752 |
Quinta Do Crasto Vintage Port, Douro
A nice drop of Port; still full and fruity. |
2005 | - | 35 |
| Bin | Sweet, Austria | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 748 |
Old Premium Liqueur Topaque, Morris of Rutherglen, Victoria
An incredibly sweet blend of extremely old Muscadelle wines; one of the finest examples of this uniquely Australian style |
NV | - | 50 |
| Bin | Sweet, Germany | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 756 |
Wehlener Sonnenuhr, Riesling, Auslese, JJ Prüm, Mosel
Off dry and utterly delicious late harvest wine from one of the World’s great estates |
2015 | - | 50 |
| Bin | Sweet, Italy | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 759 |
Recioto della Valpolicela Classico, Roggia, Speri, Veneto,
The sweet, red and raisiny big brother of Amarone. |
2022 | - | 85 |
| Bin | Sweet, Hungray | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 751 |
Tokaji Aszú, 5 Puttonyos , Royal Tokaji
A really great example of this legendary sweet wine |
2017 | - | 88 |
| Bin | Magnum - Champagne, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 775 |
Billecart-Salmon, Brut Réserve, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ
Rich yet fine and delicate, one of the very best |
NV | - | 210 |
| 774 |
Billecart-Salmon, Brut Rosé, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ
Very fine rosé from this excellent small house |
NV | - | 290 |
| Bin | Magnum - White, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 780 |
Sancerre, La Côte, Gérard Boulay, Loire
Meticulously hand crafted from vineyard to cellar; it’s hard to imagine better Sancerre |
2020 | - | 240 |
| 784 |
Batard-Montrachet, Grand Cru, Cuvée Dames de Flandres, Hospices de Beaune, Burgundy,
A lavish and opulent wine that seems to over deliver in all departments |
2003 | - | 540 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, France | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 777 |
Château Malescot St. Exupery, 3ème Cru Classé, Margaux, Bordeaux
Beautifully balanced Bordeaux bend |
2016 | - | 365 |
| 792 |
Château Cantemerle, 5ème Cru Classé, Haut Medoc, Bordeaux
Great vintage of this improved and now somewhat underrated property |
2009 | - | 250 |
| 786 |
Pommard Cuvée Raymond Cyrot, Hospices de Beaune Burgundy
A full and generous Pommard from this ripe year. |
2015 | - | 240 |
| 785 |
Beaune 1er Cru, Cuvée Dames Hospitalieres, Hospices de Beaune Burgundy
Great Beaune from a delicious, fruit forward, vintage |
2015 | - | 250 |
| 796 |
Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Château de Beaucastel, Southern Rhône
Great wine from the standard bearer for quality in this AC |
2006 | - | 280 |
| 799 |
Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru, Cuveé Madeleine Collignon, Hospices de Beaune Burgundy
Lots of forest fruit character in this venerable Grand Cru |
2004 | - | 300 |
| 798 |
Nuits–St.–Georges 1er Cru, Clos Des Porrets St.–Georges, Henri Gouges, Burgundy
A cracking big bottle from this benchmark domain (and in a lovely vintage). |
2009 | - | 375 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Argentina | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 791 |
Malbec, Quimera, Achaval Ferrer, Mendoza
Really rich and elegant malbec from Mendoza’s stand out producer |
2013 | - | 120 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Italy | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 794 |
Barbaresco, Produttori del Barbaresco, Piedmont
Marvellous Barbaresco from one of the best value producers of fine wine. |
2011 | - | 165 |
| 795 |
Barolo, Bricco Fiasco, Azelia, Piedmont
A very serious Barolo with a light twist of modernity |
2008 | - | 275 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, USA | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 789 |
Geyserville, Ridge, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County
First rate and very consistent zinfandel blend from the masters |
2016 | - | 250 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Lebanon | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 788 |
Château Musar, Gaston Hochar
A truly unique wine that has attracted a dedicated following over the last three decades or more |
2000 | - | 220 |
| Bin | Magnum - Red, Spain | Vintage | - | Bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 797 |
Rioja Gran Reserva 904, La Rioja Alta, Rioja
Lovely old style Rioja with generous weight and proven longevity |
2009 | - | 280 |
