France

The best Cremant d'Alsace we have found! Bruno Sorg Senior has long produced this excellent creamy, citrus fizz from Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. All elderflower and elegance.

A pure, pale salmon pink colour with gentle onion skin hues that shine from the glass upon swirling. A fine, delicate nose with floral blossom, peach, fresh citrus, and hints of red fruit lead to a classic fresh and bright palate, a spritely acidity balanced with wild strawberry, raspberry, and stone fruit notes.

This is a ripe, full Cremant de Loire Rose from a top producers in Saumur. Bright, crisp red currant fruit on nose and palate.

As is the case as regards all of our crèmes de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur), for our Dijon Crème de Cassis 15% we use the most prestigious blackcurrant variety: the Noir de Bourgogne variety. The berries we use are harvested exclusively in Burgundy in France. We macerate our berries in a water and alcohol solution for about 10 weeks. Indeed, maceration is the best way to extract all flavours from these berries. Consequently, the alcohol-containing juice thus obtained is called infusion. After that, we add French white sugar to obtain this crème de cassis.

The domaine of Roger Sabon is as highly rated as any in the Rhone. Sourced from hillside vineyards around the village of Roquemaure it is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mouvedre and Carignan. A scented, spicy red fruit nose with a palate of rich fruit with balance and texture.

Between Macon and Lyon, in the heart of the Beaujolais vineyards and at the foot of Mount Brouilly we find this beautifully renovated, magnificent building, located in an exceptional setting in the middle of the vines. Brouilly is very pleasing when young but also drinks well after a few years cellaring.

The thoroughbred name of Saumer and a high class wine. A blend of Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc with two years bottle age. A deep, creamy, white fruit nose with a citrus yeasty palate.

100% Muscat, finesse and with a certain elegance, with aromas of peach, apricot and lychees. To be enjoyed as an aperitif with foie gras, Roquefort, dark chocolate desserts, strawberries or melon. Can be kept for 18-20 years. Best served chilled without ice.

Was £23.00 Now £19.49

From 23 year old vines with 60% oak aging, 20% in new oak. The 2014 vintage was a highlight of the past 7 years.

Deep red colour, with cherry compote infused with star anise on the nose. The concentrated palate is serious and densely fruity, and well structured tannins suggest good ageing potential.