France

Fragrant rosewater and grapefruit aromas. Pure, rich lychee, and rose flavours are underpinned by hints of spice and graphite minerality. Well judged acidity provides initial lift and then gives way to a rich, rounded finish with a pleasant pithiness.

Merlot dominant blend with Cabernet Franc and Malbec from average 18 year old vines. 9 months ageing in vats. Very round, very fruity, can be drunk chilled in summer.

Serge Cologne has an exceptional 7.3ha site in Fleurie and has been joined by sons Samuel and Landry. A star of the Beaujolais, these wines drip with sappy, raspberry fruit.

Traditional method, 100% piquepoul blanc. Pale yellow with green highlights in colour , fine clean bubbles on the cordon. Fine and discreet on the nose, with fresh white fruit aromas then dried fruit appearing after aeration.

A serious and complex wine that is rich, intense and drenched in dark red fruits. With morello cherry and a touch of sweet spice on the nose, ripe berry, liquorice, chocolate, summer pudding and a hint of cinnamon spice, full flavoured and smooth supple tannins.

Sourced from 30 - 50 year old vines from a single once walled vineyard, sited next to a church. This is an elegant unoaked Macon-Charnay. Ripe citrus notes on the nose, with a complex palate which balances richness with a savoury, mineral palate

From a Premier Cru Classe Sauternes property, Chateau Guiraud are developing a reputation for their exceptional organic dry wines. A blend of 50% Sauvignon and 50% Semillon with 80% barrel fermentation and 7 month oak and lees aging.

A pronounced herbaceous character on the nose followed by fennel and thyme, citrus flesh and a lovely lift. Elegant and medium bodied with a gentle creaminess and a pleasing acidic textural element. Classy with a long finish. Was £23.50
Now £19.89

Less well known than near neighbours, Pouilly Fume and Sancerre, Quincy lies on the eastern end of the Loire, where the wines are left on the lees in tank until just before bottling. This adds an extra dimension of concentration and richness.

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.