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Wine is more than just a drink it is a passion that is enj ... Read more

Wine is more than just a drink it is a passion that is enjoyed in all corners of the modern world. Wine follows three captivating and unique stories exploring the eccentric yet compelling world of wine from the vineyards of Burgundy and Bordeaux to the troubled landscape of South Africa.The Firm: Berry Brothers and Rudd is one of the oldest and finest wine merchants in the world. Berry’s continues as vintners to Her Majesty but this charmed existence may be under threat for the first time in three centuries as the credit crunch bites deep.The Faith: The wine of Cháteau Margaux wine is some of the finest in the world. This is the story of one vintage of the Margaux wine a saga that is above all a drama of the weather. Can the worlds luxury wine survive?The Future: Despite a long history the South African wine industry still hasn’t decided what its identity should be. Step forward a retired philosophy professor and a world-renown neuroscientists as they struggle with the challenges that the world of wine presents. Minimize

Following their first adventure where oenophile Oz Clarke a ... Read more

Following their first adventure where oenophile Oz Clarke and wine novice James May strived to demystify the mysteries of French wine we join the pair in California as they take a month-long trip around the revered Californian wineries.They begin in Santa Barbara county - home of Pinot Noir where Oz is a local hero and inspiration to winemakers. Travelling on they meet wine 'renegades' an eccentric millionaire bicker when James crashes the Monaco Recreational Vehicle and argue over the quality of wine - from he inaccessible and over-priced to 'two-buck-Chuck' who knocks out bottles for only two dollars.Finally they arrive at the glamorous Napa Valley where they are dismayed to discover that they're staying in the car park. The pair argue about who will empty the RV's waste tank then sample Californian sparkling wine at Taittinger estate. Next the Schramsberg estate where they have a heated debate about what bubbles taste like! Minimize

A good selection of various grape single and blended variet ... Read more

A good selection of various grape single and blended varietals associated with the country of origin. Included in this case is 6 White (Argentina, California, Australia, South Africa, Chile), 1 Rose (South Africa), 5 Red (Chile, Australia, Argentina, California) Minimize

Following their first adventure where oenophile Oz Clarke a ... Read more

Following their first adventure where oenophile Oz Clarke and wine novice James May strived to demystify the mysteries of French wine we join the pair in California as they take a month-long trip around the revered Californian wineries.They begin in Santa Barbara county - home of Pinot Noir where Oz is a local hero and inspiration to winemakers. Travelling on they meet wine 'renegades' an eccentric millionaire bicker when James crashes the Monaco Recreational Vehicle and argue over the quality of wine - from he inaccessible and over-priced to 'two-buck-Chuck' who knocks out bottles for only two dollars.Finally they arrive at the glamorous Napa Valley where they are dismayed to discover that they're staying in the car park. The pair argue about who will empty the RV's waste tank then sample Californian sparkling wine at Taittinger estate. Next the Schramsberg estate where they have a heated debate about what bubbles taste like! Minimize

Following their first adventure where oenophile Oz Clarke a ... Read more

Following their first adventure where oenophile Oz Clarke and wine novice James May strived to demystify the mysteries of French wine we join the pair in California as they take a month-long trip around the revered Californian wineries.They begin in Santa Barbara county - home of Pinot Noir where Oz is a local hero and inspiration to winemakers. Travelling on they meet wine 'renegades' an eccentric millionaire bicker when James crashes the Monaco Recreational Vehicle and argue over the quality of wine - from he inaccessible and over-priced to 'two-buck-Chuck' who knocks out bottles for only two dollars.Finally they arrive at the glamorous Napa Valley where they are dismayed to discover that they're staying in the car park. The pair argue about who will empty the RV's waste tank then sample Californian sparkling wine at Taittinger estate. Next the Schramsberg estate where they have a heated debate about what bubbles taste like! Minimize

Wine is more than just a drink it is a passion that is enj ... Read more

Wine is more than just a drink it is a passion that is enjoyed in all corners of the modern world. Wine follows three captivating and unique stories exploring the eccentric yet compelling world of wine from the vineyards of Burgundy and Bordeaux to the troubled landscape of South Africa.The Firm: Berry Brothers and Rudd is one of the oldest and finest wine merchants in the world. Berry’s continues as vintners to Her Majesty but this charmed existence may be under threat for the first time in three centuries as the credit crunch bites deep.The Faith: The wine of Cháteau Margaux wine is some of the finest in the world. This is the story of one vintage of the Margaux wine a saga that is above all a drama of the weather. Can the worlds luxury wine survive?The Future: Despite a long history the South African wine industry still hasn’t decided what its identity should be. Step forward a retired philosophy professor and a world-renown neuroscientists as they struggle with the challenges that the world of wine presents. Minimize

Wine is more than just a drink it is a passion that is enj ... Read more

Wine is more than just a drink it is a passion that is enjoyed in all corners of the modern world. Wine follows three captivating and unique stories exploring the eccentric yet compelling world of wine from the vineyards of Burgundy and Bordeaux to the troubled landscape of South Africa.The Firm: Berry Brothers and Rudd is one of the oldest and finest wine merchants in the world. Berry’s continues as vintners to Her Majesty but this charmed existence may be under threat for the first time in three centuries as the credit crunch bites deep.The Faith: The wine of Cháteau Margaux wine is some of the finest in the world. This is the story of one vintage of the Margaux wine a saga that is above all a drama of the weather. Can the worlds luxury wine survive?The Future: Despite a long history the South African wine industry still hasn’t decided what its identity should be. Step forward a retired philosophy professor and a world-renown neuroscientists as they struggle with the challenges that the world of wine presents. Minimize

Following the harvest period, Bollinger's decisions on blen ... Read more

Following the harvest period, Bollinger's decisions on blending are not made before January. The blend for the Special Cuvée is an ideal version of the classic Champagne blend, using the different grapes of a given year from a variety of crus, with the addition of older, reserve wines. This blend necessarily incorporates subtle variations each year whilst remaining consistent to a style. It is, therefore, the hardest of all Bollinger to make. It contains the full expression of the Bollinger style and the House feels it should be judged on this - its benchmark wine. The denomination Special Cuvée was created in 1911. The idea came from William Folks, then partner of the illustrious London House of Mentzendorff. This great wine lover felt it was an insult to simply call this great wine "non vintage". The suggestion of naming it "Special Cuvée" was immediately approved by Monsieur Bollinger.A blend par excellence, the Special Cuvée is the purest expression of the Bollinger style; of its craftsmanship and its singular conception of what a champagne should be. It is, therefore, on this wine that the House of Bollinger shows how it is different from other Champagne Houses, asserts its qualitative policy and by which it asks to be judged.Madame Bollinger - "I drink it when I'm happy and when I'm sad. Sometimes I drink it when I'm alone. When I have company I consider it obligatory. I trifle with it if I'm not hungry and drink it when I am. Otherwise I never touch it - unless I'm thirsty."Cool, delicate briochey nose. Nice, rich fruit with honeyed undertones, reserve wine richness and texture. Complex, classy."Anthony Rose Decanter Magazine, 1 January 2008. Minimize

This fine dry wine is produced using selected pinot blanc g ... Read more

This fine dry wine is produced using selected pinot blanc grapes, enhanced by a dash of liqueur with edible gold flakes. Minimize

On the nose, the champagne is dominated by white flowers, g ... Read more

On the nose, the champagne is dominated by white flowers, green apple, brioche and a trace of minerality. On the palate there are notes of stone fruits, a certain nuttiness and a hint of honey supporting the freshness of the acidity. UK stock receives an additional 6 months post-disgorgement ageing so it is ready to drink upon release but cellaring for a few years will reveal greater depths. The aperitif champagne par excellence but one which has sufficient backbone to be drunk with fish and even spicy dishes.Brut Reserve is blended from 30 still base wines from different vineyards, different vintages and the three main grape varieties which dominate the champagne region: Pinot Noir contributes body, depth of character and life-extending tannins and comes from the villages of the Montagne de Reims - Verzy, Verzenay, Mailly, Ambonnay, Mardeuil and Louvois; Chardonnay provides the lightness, elegance and finesse and is drawn from Epernay itself and the villages of the Cote des Blancs - Cuis, Oiry, Oger, Vertus, Moussy and Chouilly; Pinot Meunier supplies youthful freshness, vigour and plump character with the grapes coming from the Vallee d'Epernay - Vincelles, Venteuil, Troissy, Damery, Vandieres, Brugny, Chavot, Monthelon and Pierry.Grape: 33% Pinot Noir, 34% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Meunier. Minimize

A quality Champagne, loved the world over and is a showcase ... Read more

A quality Champagne, loved the world over and is a showcase for the ideas and character of those making it.Three grape varieties come into making of Lanson Brut: Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier (black grapes) and Chardonnay (white grapes). An impressive range of 40 to 50 crus are blended together to form this Champagne and they are all vivified separately so the cellar master has an exceptional choice of aromas available to him, thus guaranteeing the consistent Lanson taste at all times.Lanson is one of the very few Champagne Houses not practising malolactic fermentation, a fact to be noted in Champagne. This Lanson tradition allows wines to develop to the full and to better their wealth of aromas. 3 Years ageing in over 4 miles of cellars, combined with the cellar master's expertise, are essential components of perfect maturing.Lanson Brut's brilliant and clear colour is remeniscent of the straw colour and hints of amber characteristic of the Pinot Noir grape. In the glass, it is lively with a fine string of bubbles.On the nose, the impression is one of vitality and scents of spring, mixed with a touch of 'toast' and honey.To the palate are bouquets of ripe fruit and citrus fruit to create a sensation of fullness, fruitiness and lightness. A pleasant racy wine with a long and lingering taste.'For the past two years this has been the best and most consistent non-vintage from any of the big Grandes Marques'.Tom Stevenson. The Wine Report 2009; Champagne Report 2009.Grape: 35% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Meunier. Minimize

Powerful dark cherry and black fruit aromas.The floral and ... Read more

Powerful dark cherry and black fruit aromas.The floral and herbal notes that come through on the nose add lovely nuances to the bouquet.The palate shows great intense fruit flavours and fantastic depth and complexity.The wine is harmonious, well crafted, authoratative.Taylor's created the Late Bottled Vintage style of port and is not only acknowledged to be its finest producer, but remains the international brand leader.Blended from wines of a single year, LBV ages from four to six years in cask and is ready to drink when bottled. Its concentrated fruity flavour and firm, full-bodied style make Taylor's LBV the perfect port to accompany chocolate desserts, and blue cheeses such as Stilton or Roquefort.Taylor's Late Bottled Vintage is the port that Taylor's drink themselves and serve to their guests. Experienced port drinkers may well notice some similarities with Taylor's Vintage Ports, since it shares so many of their characteristics."Port is not just a winder drink and this remarkable, intense, statesman-like LBV is wonderful chilled and drunk either before or after dinner. Delicious, moreish and a bargain, this is one of the best value wines on the planet - I defy any dad not to adore this wine." Matthew Jukes, Daily Mail 14 June 2008. Minimize

Lillet (pronounced lee-lay), is a French Aperitif made from ... Read more

Lillet (pronounced lee-lay), is a French Aperitif made from a blend of wine, liqueurs, fruits and herbs. It originated in the French village of Podensac and has been made since the late 1800s. Lillet Blanc is made from white wine and is drier than Lillet Rouge, its red-wine counterpart. Both are classically served over ice with an orange twist.Lillet is a blend of rigorously selected wines and fruit liqueurs, aged in oak vats for around 12 months, during which it is given the same care as the Grands Crus (great wines) of Bordeaux.Lillet Blanc has a golden colour with candied orange, honey, pine resin, lime and fresh mint aromas.Full and rich on the palate with a lovely, long aftertaste. Always serve well chilled in a Bordeaux wine glass... zest with a slice of orange or lime. Perfect with snacks and desserts!Lillet blanc is the key ingredient in James Bond's Martini derivative, the Vesper, a drink created in deference to the beautiful double agent in Ian Fleming's Casino Royale and reffered to as Kina Lillet. Minimize

A great youthful mouthful of Châteauneuf. The grapes for L ... Read more

A great youthful mouthful of Châteauneuf. The grapes for Les Galets Roulés ,Châteauneuf du Pape, Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault and Mourvèdre, are carefully selected and undergo a traditional long cuvaison at high temperature and extended maceration on the skins in order to extract plenty of colour, fruit and tannins. This results in a complex wine that has warm, red, spicy fruit and damson aromas. Dense, dark, cherry fruit on the palate; structure, richness and a touch of elegance on the finish.Les Galets Roulés derives its name from the large rounded pebbles (galets roulés) associated with the famous vineyards of the area. The stones cover the clay and chalk soils and naturally keep the vine yields low. Minimize

Attractive floral notes underline the pungent, aromatic ras ... Read more

Attractive floral notes underline the pungent, aromatic raspberry fruit aromas. The palate is full of deliciously ripe cherry and raspberry fruit flavours with lovely nuances of honey and grapefruit.This innovative new Rosé style of Port has been made by a new technique which extracts fresh, fruity flavours and a subtle and delicate pink colour from limited contact with the skins of classic Port grape varieties, grown in top quality vineyards of the Douro Valley.The result is wonderfully fresh and vibrant, full of the rich fruit flavours of Port but with a unique and distinctive appeal. It has created the perfect opportunity for Port to be consumed in the warmer months of the year when Port may not otherwise be the drink of choice.This port is best served chilled and is an excellent aperitif accompanied by roasted almonds or olives. It is also a delicious accompaniment to lighter desserts and fruit. Minimize