France

Aromas of fresh mown grass, nettles and tart gooseberries are followed by a richly flavoured palate with a good concentration of fruit and dry typically Sauvignon finish. The wine has a great balance of ripeness and freshness with underlying minerality - just what Touraine Sauvignon should be.

From a small family domaine in Bergerac, a delicious blend of Muscadelle, Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc. Golden, tropical fruit and fresh acidity.

From a top producer of the AC, delicious apricot and honeyed fruit.

From Caustaud-Maurins 17ha property within the village of Beaumes de Venise, a lovely wine with delicate almond and apricot flavours.

Acacia honey, quince and delicate warm spice on the nose. With apricot, honey and hints of sultana richness on the palate, balanced with well judged acidity and a pithy finish. Match with smoked fish, chicken cooked in sauce, especially if with strong flavours such as in Thai or Chinese dishes. Great with Bresse Bleu.

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This is consistently a delicious wine from the excellent Coop at Turckheim. A broad, rich style with flavours of honey, spice and ripe fruit.

Chateau Briatte is situated in the heart of the Sauterne appellation, Michel Roudes is the third generation to manage the property. This sweet wine is a blend of Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Gris and Muscadelle. Luscious apricot notes mingle with a touch of honey, but all with a refreshing acidity to carry the wine.

An exceptional Sauterne of outstanding value from the Sichel family. A blend of 80% Semillon and 20% Sauvignon Blanc from 50 year old vines where Botrytis is encouraged to dehydrate the grapes. This Sauterne has been aged for 10 to 12 months.

The classic variety of Alsace and much prized by the growers. Citrus fruit, lemons and limes with zesty acidity. A perfect aperitif or with a Thai curry.

Joseph Drouard and his son Christophe make classic Muscadet from 16 hectares of vines with an average age of 35 years situated on Silican clay around the commune of Monnieres. The wine is vinified at 21 degrees in underground glass lined vats and the wine rests on its lees throughout the winter. It is not fined and just receives a light filtration prior to bottling.