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Bandol Rouge Château de Pibarnon 2004 (R)Our price: From £30.37ViewPibarnon's greatness owes much to the passion of Comte de Saint Victor who bought the property when he fell in love with its wine on holiday and subsequently restored both the 13th century basted (a Provençal country house) and the vineyards, which were in disarray. The hill upon which the vineyard plots are located is something of a geographical oddity, in that they contain Triassic limestone, which is completely different to the granite and other soils of the region. This, together with the altitude of Pibarnon's vineyards (at 300m) explains the elegance and aromatic finesse of the wines. The Mourvèdre vines are protected from the fierce Mistral by the semi-circular amphitheatre of terraces. Banyuls Rimage 'Les Clos de Paulilles' Château de Jau 2008 (50cl) (SW)Our price: From £12.15ViewThis beautiful Domaine circles the Mediterranean, its vines growing on terraces that slope right down to the sea. Schist soils and a dry climate furnish these wines with lovely personality and elegance.By law, the grapes harvested for Banyuls must contain 254g of sugar per litre. The hand-selected grapes are then de-stemmed, and fermentation is halted with the addition of grape brandy and the wine continues to macerate on its skins for a further 3 weeks before being aged in tanks. Bodegas Altanza, Rioja Reserva, 2005Our price: From £14.62ViewBODEGAS ALTANZA - Ervigio Adan Bodegas Ismael Arroyo, Mesoneros de Castilla Roble, 2009Our price: From £10.35ViewBODEGAS ISMAEL ARROYO – VALSOTILLO Bodegas Ismael Arroyo, Valsotilla Reserva, 2004Our price: From £35.10ViewBODEGAS ISMAEL ARROYO – VALSOTILLO Brouilly 'La Croix des Rameaux', Domaine Lapalu, 2009Our price: From £22.95ViewWith Jean-Claude Lapalu's wine you can detect the strength behind the fruit. Grapes are hand picked and sorted, loaded by conveyor to avoid damage and given neither SO2 nor cultured yeasts during fermentation. During 8-10 days maceration, a wooden grill is used to enhance extraction. The wine stays for at least 6 months on its fine lees gaining power and complexity. And yet the Brouillys are neither heavy nor clumsy and one could easily imagine them ageing 10-15 years. The Vieilles Vignes Brouilly is the combination of two cuvées, one made using carbonic maceration and the other a traditional vinification with destemmed grapes. The two cuvees are then blended after their malolactic fermentation and spend the winter in stainless steel tanks. Brouilly Vieilles Vignes, Domaine Lapalu, 2010Our price: From £17.32ViewWith Jean-Claude Lapalu's wine you can detect the strength behind the fruit. Grapes are hand picked and sorted, loaded by conveyor to avoid damage and given neither SO2 nor cultured yeasts during fermentation. During 8-10 days maceration, a wooden grill is used to enhance extraction. The wine stays for at least 6 months on its fine lees gaining power and complexity. And yet the Brouillys are neither heavy nor clumsy and one could easily imagine them ageing 10-15 years. The Vieilles Vignes Brouilly is the combination of two cuvées, one made using carbonic maceration and the other a traditional vinification with destemmed grapes. The two cuvees are then blended after their malolactic fermentation and spend the winter in stainless steel tanks. Côte Rôtie 'L'Eglantine' Domaine Ferraton 2005Our price: From £39.82ViewIn 1998, Samuel Ferraton, the 4th generation of the family at the estate, gave a new impetus to the House by forming a partnership with Chapoutier. This new synergy brought with it new knowledge and expertise, particularly biodynamic vine growing practices for the single vineyards and the introduction of quality controls. Côtes du Frontonnais 'Thibaut de Plaisance' Château Plaisance 2005Our price: From £14.40ViewBased in the village of Vacquiers in the south east of the appellation, Marc Penavayre makes wines that are nothing short of a delight to drink. The vines are planted on the highest terrace of the Tarn at an altitude of about 200 metres.The Cuvée Thibaut, an elegant Négrette/Syrah blend, named in honour of his son and from low yields of 25hl/ha, is toned, honed and polished from 12 months in barrel, a smooth, balanced wine that merits its Coup de Coeur in the Guide Hachette Côtes du Rhône Rouge Domaine Ferraton 2009Our price: From £8.77ViewIn 1998, Samuel Ferraton, the 4th generation of the family at the estate, gave a new impetus to the House by forming a partnership with Chapoutier. This new synergy brought with it new knowledge and expertise, particularly biodynamic vine growing practices for the single vineyards and the introduction of quality controls. Côtes du Rhône Villages Domaine Duseigneur 2005 (R)Our price: From £16.65ViewCotes Du Rhone Villages Domaine Duseigneur 2005 (R) Côtes du Rhône, Domaine de Mayran, Domaine Duseigneur, 2009Our price: From £9.54ViewDomaine Duseigneur is located on the west bank of the Rhône Valley, near the picturesque village of Saint-Laurent-des-Arbre, and in view of the slopes of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. In 1992, the unique legacy put in place by Jean Duseigneur 40 years ago was entrusted to his two sons, Bernard and Frédéric. In 2004, Bernard and Frédéric realised that biodynamie was the best way to create wines that reflect as naturally as possible the soil and climate of their vineyards. For this reason they became members of Biodyvin, the International Biodynamic Vinegrowing Syndicate. Also in 2004, they met with Philippe Faure-Brac, who was awarded the World's Best Sommelier in 1992. After three years intensive collaboration, Philippe, Frédéric and Bernard have decided to put together their years of experience and their passion for outstanding wines by entering into this new venture. Cabernet Merlot, Fonty's Pool, 2008Our price: From £11.25ViewEstablished in 1989, Fonty's Pool is a contemporary Pemberton winery producing consistently exceptional wines at an affordable price. Premium sites within the original vineyard have been selected to create wines which emphasise their regional characteristics. The grapes are vinified under the direction of experienced winemaker Bernie Stanlake and Melanie Bowater who craft these signature wines to make Fonty's Pool one of Western Australia's most distinctive wineries. The name 'Fonty's Pool' comes from an early settler to the region. In 1907 Archie Fontanini began farming on the property where the 110 hectares of vines are now laid. He built an irrigation dam which was known as Fonty's Pool, as it became a popular place for locals and tourists to swim. Fonty's Pool is located just outside the Pemberton township, set against an idyllic landscape of lush karri forests. Cabernet Merlot, Seabrook, 2009Our price: From £6.97ViewSeabrook wines are produced in South Africa’s beautiful Western Cape where vines flourish in thespectacular warm climate. This helps produce wines of great flavour, depth and complexity. Seabrook wines are ethically sourced from responsible producers who care about their environment and their workers. Cabernet Sauvignon Domaine Bassac 'Lo Bartas' Organic 2009Our price: From £8.32ViewPuissalicon is a small village in the south of France with the typical architecture, in circular fashion, of medieval towns in this region. It is equidistant from Béziers, Pézenas and Bédarieux. The Domaine Bassac vineyard covers around 80 hectares. A growing concern for creating genuine wines that respect the land, nature, and the subtle balance which allows for the expression of harmony between soil and vine, caused the family to turn to organic farming in 1990. The cellar, located in the village of Puissalicon itself, is an old building which has been renovated and enlarged over the generations. At the time when Languedoc was known for its 'eau de vie', it was even home to a family distillery which no longer exists. Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva, Kaiken, 2008 (R)Our price: From £8.77View"It was precisely the wines of Argentina that attracted Montes into that country. For that same reason we imposed upon ourselves, right from the start, in 2001, the task of acquiring for KAIKEN the best grapes produced in the area. We went through all the best grape producing estates, finally deciding for the exceptional quality of that in the First Zone (Maipú, Cruz de Piedra, Ugarteche, Agrelo) as well as from Valle de Uco. Along with a hard selection of the best producers, we meticulously supervise each step and work in the vineyard from start to finish of each growing season, observing well each little detail. This,to attain the full potential from the best grapes". Cabernet Sauvignon Vin de Pays Domaine de la Citadelle 2007RRP: £9.75Our price: £8.55You save: £1.20 (12%)ViewIn 1989 Yves Rousset-Rouard purchased an ancient provençale farmhouse with 8 hectares of vines and decided to create Domaine de la Citadelle, a sculpted 'grand vin' reflecting the quality and typicity of the Côtes de Luberon appellation, the youngest of the great names of the Rhône valley. Over 20 years, and as a result of hard work, patience, strict selection of only the best vineyard plots and by means of his son Alexis who joined him in 1995, Yves has succeeded in creating one of the top domaines in the Côtes de Luberon. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cannonberg, 2010Our price: From £6.52ViewThe Cannonberg wines are currently made at the Imbuko Farm based in the historic town of Wellington, in the heart of the renowned Cape winelands. We make a Chenin Blanc and a Cabernet Sauvignon; a percentage of the money made from sales of the Cannonberg wines goes directly to projects within the local community. Philippe & Edward meet with the growers and representatives from the local community throughout the year to discuss how best to use the ongoing funds. Cahors Cuvée Prestige Château du Cèdre 2008Our price: From £16.87ViewPascal Verhaeghe has been the driving force behind the Cahors 'Quality Charter', and this is obvious in his wines. The estate was originally created by Charles Verhaeghe on vineyard devastated by the frosts in 1956 in Viré-Sur-Lot. His sons Pascal and Jean-Marc studied winemaking, the former in Burgundy and California, the latter in Bordeaux. Ecological methods eschewing weedkillers and chemical fertilizers, austere pruning, leaf stripping (for greater sun exposure and air circulation), and harvesting at extreme phenolic ripeness yield the superb raw material that create these fabulous wines. The Verhaeghe family aim for soft, rich and ripe wines using gentle extraction, long vattings and understated use of oak. Cantine Vittorio Innocenti, Chianti Dei Colli Senesi, 2008Our price: From £11.47ViewCANTINE VITTORIO INNOCENTI Cantine Vittorio Innocenti, Rosso di Montepulciano, 2004Our price: From £11.92ViewCANTINE VITTORIO INNOCENTI Carmel Ridge, Red, 2009Our price: From £11.92ViewCarmel Winery was founded in 1882 by Baron Edmond de Rothschild, owner of Château Lâfite. The main winery is situated at Zichron Ya'acov, on the slopes of Mt.Carmel overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Carmel remains the largest winery in Israel, with vineyards all over the country, but is particularly well represented in the cooler climate, higher altitude Upper Galilee. The winemaker is Lior Lacser, who studied in Beaune and worked in Burgundy and Bordeaux before joining Carmel. Carmel wines are Kosher, and suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Château Fabas Minervois 'Mourral' 2007Our price: From £9.90ViewRich in history and tradition, Château Fabas is a point of reference in the Minervois region. Once a fortified farm, a religious and farming community grew up around a small church, this delightfully Mediterranean estate is where Roland Augustin and his family craft their intense, complex and expressive wines with lavish care.Le Mourral is made up of 60% Syrah, 20% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre. Château La Croix Blanche 2008Our price: From £12.15ViewWith lots of cherry on the nose, this is a well balanced wine with soft tannins and integrated oak. Very elegant and fairly powerful, Château La Croix Blanche is ready for drinking now but will also keep for betweeen five and eight years. Château La Rose Montviel 2007Our price: From £21.82ViewUnder the watchful eye of the famous Michel Rolland, this wine has been crafted with the greatest of care. It has spent 16 months in new French oak, and displays the typical characters of Pomerol. With rich but ripe tannins, intense cherry and plum flavours are followed by a long toasty finish. Château La Voulte-Gasparets Cuvée Reservée, 2009Our price: From £15.75ViewCHÂTEAU LA VOULTE-GASPARETS – Patrick Reverdy Château Le Grand Verdus Cuvée Tradition, 2008Our price: From £11.25ViewCHÂTEAU LE GRAND VERDUS - Thomas Le Grix de la Salle Château Le Grand Verdus Grande Reserve, 2007Our price: From £17.55ViewCHÂTEAU LE GRAND VERDUS - Thomas Le Grix de la Salle Château Mayne Graves 2010Our price: From £8.77ViewMade from 100% Merlot, this Bordeaux Supérieur has spent 10 months in oak, 25% of which is new. It displays ripe plum jam and chewy black fruit flavours, and its oak is well integrated, with 'pain grillé' flavours. Château Mille Roses Haut Médoc 2006Our price: From £19.12ViewBordered by Château Giscours and Château Cantemarle, this young estate is situated in the heart of the Margaux appellation. David Faure established the estate in 1999 and called it Mille Roses in memory of his mother who had a huge garden filled with roses. He used his vast experience gained throughout Bordeaux, Burgundy and Provence to produce his modern, fruit-driven left-bank claret. Unusually for the area, the wines are Merlot dominated, and have dense but approachable tannins that can be enjoyed young. The Margaux is in its first vintage, and is showing great promise. Château Mille Roses l'Enfant Haut-Médoc 2007Our price: From £13.95ViewBordered by Château Giscours and Château Cantemarle, this young estate is situated in the heart of the Margaux appellation. David Faure established the estate in 1999 and called it Mille Roses in memory of his mother who had a huge garden filled with roses. He used his vast experience gained throughout Bordeaux, Burgundy and Provence to produce his modern, fruit-driven left-bank claret. Unusually for the area, the wines are Merlot dominated, and have dense but approachable tannins that can be enjoyed young. The Margaux is in its first vintage, and is showing great promise. Château Mille Roses Margaux 2008Our price: From £24.52ViewBordered by Château Giscours and Château Cantemarle, this young estate is situated in the heart of the Margaux appellation. David Faure established the estate in 1999 and called it Mille Roses in memory of his mother who had a huge garden filled with roses. He used his vast experience gained throughout Bordeaux, Burgundy and Provence to produce his modern, fruit-driven left-bank claret. Unusually for the area, the wines are Merlot dominated, and have dense but approachable tannins that can be enjoyed young. The Margaux is in its first vintage, and is showing great promise. Château Rauzan Segla 2eme Cru Classè 2002Our price: From £28.35ViewThis is the second wine of this iconic estate in Margaux. With almost equal measures of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, the wine has a beautiful balance, opulence and the great structure associated with the Margaux terroir. Châteauneuf du Pape Château La Nerthe 2005Our price: From £35.32ViewChâteau La Nerthe dates back to the 1560s, making it one of the oldest estates in the region. It is also undoubtably one of the finest. Its 90 hectares of vineyard are all cultivated organically and are mainly planed to Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, yielding a scant 25hl/hectare. The grapes are harvested manually, and following two to three weeks fermentation in stainless steel or wooden vats, malolactic fermentation takes place in seventeenth century stone tanks beneath the Château. The blended wine is then aged in small oak barrels or foudres. Châteauneuf du Pape Parvis Rouge Domaine Ferraton 2007Our price: From £23.40ViewIn 1998, Samuel Ferraton, the 4th generation of the family at the estate, gave a new impetus to the House by forming a partnership with Chapoutier. This new synergy brought with it new knowledge and expertise, particularly biodynamic vine growing practices for the single vineyards and the introduction of quality controls. Chapelle Chambertin Grand Cru Domaine Trapet 2000/01Our price: From £95.85ViewJean Louis Trapet is an old school friend of Didier Delagrange, our Volnay producer. He decided to go down the route of biodynamic winemaking as he always believed that good wines had to be harmonious and well balanced. The use of biodynamic principles allows him to fully but gently express the character of terroir. His philosophy is to accompany nature rather than force it.His wines are now amongst the most sought after in the Côtes de Nuits following the huge amount of praise he has received on the international wine scene. Cheval des Andes, 2006Our price: From £57.15ViewThis joint venture between Cheval Blanc and Terrazas de los Andes originated as Director Pierre Lurton sought out a special international terroir in which to apply the storied blending heritage of the French château. Lurton was intrigued by the notion of unearthing a connection with the Saint Émilion past: Malbec, decimated by phylloxera in the 1860s and wiped out as one of the most important varieties in Saint Émilion and Pomerol, has since been reincarnated in ungrafted form in Argentina and now produces some of the world's best. This wine, made using Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and a small percentage of Petit Verdot, spends 18 months in French oak. Chinon, Domaine Herault 2009Our price: From £9.90ViewBased in Panzoult, in the heart of the appellation, this family estate spans 24 hectares and solely cultivates Cabernet Franc, also known locally as Breton. The estate is split between two terroirs, gravel in the valley, and limestone/clay on the hillside. Thanks to a full southern exposure, the grapes benefit from great ripening potential. This is translated into a typical but ripe, round and juicy Chinon with lovely raspberry notes. Furthermore, the wines benefit from maturing in the large underground cellars that were dug up during the thirteenth century. The local stone is called "Tuffeau" (a kind of limestone) and was used to build the fabulous Chateaux all along the Loire Valley during the Renaissance, including Chenonceau where Mary Queen of Scots grew up. Chorey Les Beaune 'Les Beaumonts' 2008 Pascal ArnouxOur price: From £17.32ViewPascal has only recently taken over the family estate but has already made his mark with the 2008 vintage. As well as adopting a "lutte raisonnee" approach in his vineyards, Pascal is a non-interventionist in the cellar, though he does put a lot of thought into the oak selection process. He also knows a thing or two about barrels, as his father was a cooper. Arnoux's Chorey Les Beaune is a textbook Chorey with a lot of vibrancy and expression but also with the trademark elegance of Cote de Beaune Pinot. Clos Colombu Rouge 2009Our price: From £16.87ViewSince 1986, Etienne Suzzoni has been at the helm of the enterprise. Le Clos Culombu is situated between the Gulf of Calvi and the Montegrossu mountains, whose peaks reach 2000 metres, and the vineyard is exposed directly to the south. There are 15 hillside parcels of land, and the vines are planted in arena-shaped granite formations on terraces of clay-rich soils. Clos Culombu is made up of 50% Niellucio, 30% Sciaccarello, 10% Syrah and 10% Grenache, and undergoes a pre-fermentation cold-soaking for six days, followed by a 26 day maceration with 'pigeages' Corbières, Cuvée Tradition, 2009Our price: From £7.87ViewCHÂTEAU LA CONDAMINE – Henri Barronet Cousino Macul, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2010Our price: From £7.56ViewMAIPO VALLEY - COUSIÑO MACUL Cousino Macul, Merlot, 2010Our price: From £7.56ViewMAIPO VALLEY - COUSIÑO MACUL Crozes Hermitage 'La Matinière' Domaine Ferraton 2009Our price: From £13.09ViewIn 1998, Samuel Ferraton, the 4th generation of the family at the estate, gave a new impetus to the House by forming a partnership with Chapoutier. This new synergy brought with it new knowledge and expertise, particularly biodynamic vine growing practices for the single vineyards and the introduction of quality controls. Cuvée du Châtaigner Domaine de la Citadelle 2009Our price: From £9.45ViewIn 1989 Yves Rousset-Rouard purchased an ancient provençale farmhouse with 8 hectares of vines and decided to create Domaine de la Citadelle, a sculpted 'grand vin' reflecting the quality and typicity of the Côtes de Luberon appellation, the youngest of the great names of the Rhône valley. Over 20 years, and as a result of hard work, patience, strict selection of only the best vineyard plots and by means of his son Alexis who joined him in 1995, Yves has succeeded in creating one of the top domaines in the Côtes de Luberon. Devil's Corner Pinot Noir, 2010Our price: From £11.47ViewVineyards were first established in Tasmania during colonial settlement. Only in relatively recent years, however, has viticulture emerged in the beautiful Tamar Valley to forge a reputation for varietal and sparkling wines of the highest quality. In less than a decade, Tamar Ridge Wines has established its own acclaimed success story as part of Tasmania's modern wine industry. The first vines were planted at Tamar Ridge in 1994, and its first vintage was released in 1999. Tamar Ridge focuses on those varieties ideally suited to the region's distinct viticultural landscape and its cool climate. Domaine Rimauresq Rouge 2007Our price: From £12.15ViewThe vineyard is located in southern France near the city of Toulon. It is 35 kilometres from the sea and situated at an altitude of between 140 and 190 metres. Rimauresq was one of only a small number of vineyards in the region rewarded Cru Classé status when the classification system was drawn up in 1955.Rimauresq, which faces north-west, is found at the foot of the Maures range of mountains. These help create good growing conditions for grapes as it provides morning shade for the vineyard. Consequently, this provides longer ripening periods in the crucial weeks prior to harvest. The vineyard has a Scottish connotation as it is owned by the Wemyss family Dominio de Heredia, Rioja, 2009Our price: From £7.69ViewDOMINIO DE HEREDIA – Oscar Martinez Hueda Eben Sadie, Columella, 2006Our price: From £47.92ViewBased in Malmesbury, Eben Sadie is widely recognised as one of South Africa's top winemakers.He started working with Charles Back and helped to put the Spice Route on the map. He then left South Africa on a pilgrimage of discovery that took him through Germany, Austria, Italy and Oregon. But it is in Europe and particularly Burgundy that he found inspiration and his biggest influence. "I recognised that in Burgundy people have a heart in them: they breathe the wine. It is part of how they move". The notion of terroir is something that is very important to him and is something he wants to reflect in his wines. Eben Sadie, Sequillo Red, 2005Our price: From £18.67ViewA joint venture between Eben Sadie and business partner Cornel Spies. The grapes are sourced from contracted vineyards carefully overseen and directed by Sadie and the wines are made at the Eben Family Wines cellar. As with the wines under Sadie's own label, they emphasise his belief in the virtue of blends. Ermitage 'Les Dionnières' Domaine Ferraton 2001Our price: From £44.32ViewIn 1998, Samuel Ferraton, the 4th generation of the family at the estate, gave a new impetus to the House by forming a partnership with Chapoutier. This new synergy brought with it new knowledge and expertise, particularly biodynamic vine growing practices for the single vineyards and the introduction of quality controls. Flagship Red, Vergelegen, 2004Our price: From £27.90ViewVERGELEGEN – André Van Rensburg Fleurie Vieilles Vignes 'Le Vivier', Domaine Lardy, 2009Our price: From £11.70ViewFleurie is all about juiciness and elegance, and the wine produced by Lucien is no exception. Lucien waxes lyrical about the terroir and to prove his point he has recently bought vineyards in other 'climats' of the Fleurie appellation such as 'La Madonne'. We should be able to see the results within the next two years. Gaillac 'Cuvée des Drilles' Domaine d'Escausses 2010Our price: From £9.00ViewA family-run winery that goes back seven generations, these vines and the resulting wines are the product of meticulous care and respect for the vineyard. The Balaran family seek improvement year upon year. Gamay Pinot Noir de Touraine, Domaine de la Rochette 2010Our price: From £8.32ViewHidden amongst the most beautiful chateaux in the Loire, right in the heart of the region and close to the banks of the river Cher, Domaine de la Rochette comprises 46 hectares of vines used to produce both red and white wines. Now run by Francois Leclair, the latest of three generations of fathers and sons to control proceedings, the estate is part of the "Appellation d'Origine Controlee Touraine", indicating that all vines have passed quality control checks that render the wines they produce of a sufficient level to be bottled as "high quality". Gamay, Raisins Gaulois, Marcel Lapierre, 2010Our price: From £11.25ViewMarcel and Mathieu Lapierre - Organic Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru Clos des Prieurs Domaine Trapet 1998Our price: From £68.40ViewJean Louis Trapet is an old school friend of Didier Delagrange, our Volnay producer. He decided to go down the route of biodynamic winemaking as he always believed that good wines had to be harmonious and well balanced. The use of biodynamic principles allows him to fully but gently express the character of terroir. His philosophy is to accompany nature rather than force it.His wines are now amongst the most sought after in the Côtes de Nuits following the huge amount of praise he has received on the international wine scene. Gevrey Chambertin Domaine Trapet 2007Our price: From £35.10ViewJean Louis Trapet is an old school friend of Didier Delagrange, our Volnay producer. He decided to go down the route of biodynamic winemaking as he always believed that good wines had to be harmonious and well balanced. The use of biodynamic principles allows him to fully but gently express the character of terroir. His philosophy is to accompany nature rather than force it.His wines are now amongst the most sought after in the Côtes de Nuits following the huge amount of praise he has received on the international wine scene. Gianni Masciarelli, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Classica, 2009Our price: From £11.02ViewGIANNI MASCIARELLI Grenache Syrah, Saint Cirice, 2010Our price: From £7.42ViewChâteau Saint-Cyrgues is located on the southern side of the Costières de Nîmes, which were formed in prehistoric times by alluvial deposits from the Durance and Rhône rivers. The ground is composed of moulded flint shingles and stones. The estate, 40 or so hectares, is in between le Puech de Dardaillon and the historic site of Espeyran. Espeyran was an important Hellenic trading post situated strategically on one of the arms of the Rhône. The site appears to have seen the passage of numerous commercial commodities. Archeological digs reveal the presence of many ceramics including different varieties of amphora coming from various regions of the Mediterranean. Amphorae were used to transport wine, amongst other things. One can therefore presume that wine has been flowing for many years around the Domaine Saint-Cyrgues. Heritage du Cèdre Château du Cèdre 2009Our price: From £10.12ViewPascal Verhaeghe has been the driving force behind the Cahors 'Quality Charter', and this is obvious in his wines. The estate was originally created by Charles Verhaeghe on vineyard devastated by the frosts in 1956 in Viré-Sur-Lot. His sons Pascal and Jean-Marc studied winemaking, the former in Burgundy and California, the latter in Bordeaux. Ecological methods eschewing weedkillers and chemical fertilizers, austere pruning, leaf stripping (for greater sun exposure and air circulation), and harvesting at extreme phenolic ripeness yield the superb raw material that create these fabulous wines. The Verhaeghe family aim for soft, rich and ripe wines using gentle extraction, long vattings and understated use of oak. Il Paradiso di Manfredi, Brunello di Montalcino, 2001Our price: From £60.52ViewIL PARADISO DI MANFREDI – Florio Manfredi Karrikiri, Tempranillo, 2010Our price: From £5.40ViewKARRIKIRI – Pedro Echegoyen Ken Forrester, Shiraz Grenache, 2005Our price: From £10.35ViewScholtzenhof, one of the oldest farms in the Cape was originally known as Zandbergh, and dates back to 1689. Located on the slopes of the Helderberg mountain range in Stellenbosch, the vineyards enjoy a complex soil structure and a Mediterranean climate. The picture-perfect trellised vineyards are combined with 45 year old bush vines which as a whole are testament to Ken's commitment to delivering benchmark wines that reflect his passion for traditional winemaking at every price point. Ken Forrester, The Gypsy, 2007Our price: From £20.70ViewScholtzenhof, one of the oldest farms in the Cape was originally known as Zandbergh, and dates back to 1689. Located on the slopes of the Helderberg mountain range in Stellenbosch, the vineyards enjoy a complex soil structure and a Mediterranean climate. The picture-perfect trellised vineyards are combined with 45 year old bush vines which as a whole are testament to Ken's commitment to delivering benchmark wines that reflect his passion for traditional winemaking at every price point. Le Chêne Bleu Abelard 2006Our price: From £59.17ViewLe Chêne Bleu is the brainchild of Nicole and Xavier Rollet and Jean Louis Galluci, the winemaker. The estate is situated in a truly exceptional site high up in the Dentelles de Montmirail near Gigondas.The micro-terroir of Chêne Bleu is blessed in that it receives benefits from the same sunny days as other southern Rhône terroirs but its altitude also confers high levels of acidity and therefore wonderful freshness. This combination is perfect for making complex and long-lasting wines. Le Chêne Bleu Heloïse 2006Our price: From £59.17ViewLe Chêne Bleu is the brainchild of Nicole and Xavier Rollet and Jean Louis Galluci, the winemaker. The estate is situated in a truly exceptional site high up in the Dentelles de Montmirail near Gigondas.The micro-terroir of Chêne Bleu is blessed in that it receives benefits from the same sunny days as other southern Rhône terroirs but its altitude also confers high levels of acidity and therefore wonderful freshness. This combination is perfect for making complex and long-lasting wines. Le Petit d'Oc Rouge 2010Our price: From £5.40ViewA blend of Syrah and Grenache. Cherry, redcurrant and pear characters dominate, while the palate offers lovely freshness and persistence. Lirac 'Cuvée Odysée' Domaine Duseigneur 2009Our price: From £10.71ViewDomaine Duseigneur is located on the west bank of the Rhône Valley, near the picturesque village of Saint-Laurent-des-Arbre, and in view of the slopes of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. In 1992, the unique legacy put in place by Jean Duseigneur 40 years ago was entrusted to his two sons, Bernard and Frédéric. In 2004, Bernard and Frédéric realised that biodynamie was the best way to create wines that reflect as naturally as possible the soil and climate of their vineyards. For this reason they became members of Biodyvin, the International Biodynamic Vinegrowing Syndicate. Also in 2004, they met with Philippe Faure-Brac, who was awarded the World's Best Sommelier in 1992. After three years intensive collaboration, Philippe, Frédéric and Bernard have decided to put together their years of experience and their passion for outstanding wines by entering into this new venture. Madiran 'Cuvée Charles de Batz' Domaine Berthoumieu 2007Our price: From £16.42ViewA group of young winemakers have worked hard to promote the identity of their wines. These growers are known locally as 'Les Jeunes Mousquetaires' and foremost amongst them is Didier Barré whose achievements at Domaine Berthoumieu have been recognised in the Guide Hachette. Malbec Selection, Terrazas de los Andes, 2008Our price: From £12.82ViewBuilding on 45 years of research into and development of Mendoza's terraced microclimates, Terrazas de los Andes has fostered a core philosophy based upon Argentina's primary advantage in the world of winemaking: high elevation grape cultivation. The winery uses Mendoza's unique topography in the foothills of the Andes to capture the essence of Argentine fruit expression and forge a distinct national style, and in the process has emerged as one of the country's true pioneers. Malbec, Kaiken, 2010Our price: From £8.77View"It was precisely the wines of Argentina that attracted Montes into that country. For that same reason we imposed upon ourselves, right from the start, in 2001, the task of acquiring for KAIKEN the best grapes produced in the area. We went through all the best grape producing estates, finally deciding for the exceptional quality of that in the First Zone (Maipú, Cruz de Piedra, Ugarteche, Agrelo) as well as from Valle de Uco. Along with a hard selection of the best producers, we meticulously supervise each step and work in the vineyard from start to finish of each growing season, observing well each little detail. This,to attain the full potential from the best grapes". Marchesi Di Barolo, Barbera d’Alba DOC 'Ruvei', 2008Our price: From £11.70ViewMARCHESI DI BAROLO Marchesi Di Barolo, Barolo DOCG ‘Vini’, 2006Our price: From £25.42ViewMARCHESI DI BAROLO Marcillac Vieilles Vignes Domaine du Cros 2008Our price: From £13.05ViewThe wines are made exclusively from the Mansois grape, otherwise known as 'Fer' or 'Fer Savadou' in Gaillac.In 1892, Domaine de Cros was a tiny estate of only one hectare producing a mere 4,000 bottles a year. They then implemented a program of buying and renting older vineyards and planting on the best hillsides, some of which have a gradient of 1:3. The surface area of the vineyard now covers 25 hectares, most of which are used for AOC production. The Teuliers then constructed a wine storehouse enabling them to rack by gravity and added on an air-conditioned bottle storage room. Marsannay Domaine Trapet 2009Our price: From £20.70ViewJean Louis Trapet is an old school friend of Didier Delagrange, our Volnay producer. He decided to go down the route of biodynamic winemaking as he always believed that good wines had to be harmonious and well balanced. The use of biodynamic principles allows him to fully but gently express the character of terroir. His philosophy is to accompany nature rather than force it.His wines are now amongst the most sought after in the Côtes de Nuits following the huge amount of praise he has received on the international wine scene. Mas Amiel Vintage Rouge 2009Our price: From £21.60ViewMaury is surrounded by the Rivesaltes appellation. The mountains to the north denote the end of Corbières and of the Aube département.Maury is therefore in the Pyrenee-Orientales and thus Catalan in nature. But the Maury appellation is steeped in Cathar history, with the Peyrepretuse and Queribus Cathar stronghold not very far away.The vintage red Maury is made in the same style as the rimage wines of Banyuls. From 100% Grenache Noir, the vines are cultivated on south-facing broken schist and clay soils that yield only 25hl/ha. Alcohol is added while the wine is still in the vat (a process known in French as 'mutage sur les grains'), slowing down the final fermentation and thus allowing a longer period of maceration which gives the wine greater richness. Maury Mas Mudigliza 2009Our price: From £19.80ViewAfter spending some time as a winemaker in a Grand Cru estate in Bordeaux, Dimitri Glipa decided to settle in the heart of Roussillon, particularly in the sought after terroir of the Fenouillèdes. Like many talented producers in the area Dimitri produces wines from old vines that are situated at high altitude. Meerlust, Merlot, 2007Our price: From £19.57ViewMeerlust Estate is situated 40 kilometres from Cape Town, on the banks of the Eerste River in the district of Stellenbosch. Johannes Albertus Myburgh bought Meerlust in January 1757. His ownership marked the foundation of the Myburgh dynasty. Hannes Myburgh, the eighth generation owner of Meerlust, is now running the estate with the help of Chris Williams. Chris was appointed Cellar Master at Meerlust in 2004. He studied Oenology at Elsenberg and gained international experience in France working for Michel Rolland. Chris is driven by the challenge of developing the vines at Meerlust to their full potential, while isolating and identifying specific vineyards of excellence and teasing out all the personality of the grapes. Meerlust, Red, 2008Our price: From £11.25ViewMeerlust Estate is situated 40 kilometres from Cape Town, on the banks of the Eerste River in the district of Stellenbosch. Johannes Albertus Myburgh bought Meerlust in January 1757. His ownership marked the foundation of the Myburgh dynasty. Hannes Myburgh, the eighth generation owner of Meerlust, is now running the estate with the help of Chris Williams. Chris was appointed Cellar Master at Meerlust in 2004. He studied Oenology at Elsenberg and gained international experience in France working for Michel Rolland. Chris is driven by the challenge of developing the vines at Meerlust to their full potential, while isolating and identifying specific vineyards of excellence and teasing out all the personality of the grapes. Meerlust, Rubicon, 2006Our price: From £23.62ViewMeerlust Estate is situated 40 kilometres from Cape Town, on the banks of the Eerste River in the district of Stellenbosch. Johannes Albertus Myburgh bought Meerlust in January 1757. His ownership marked the foundation of the Myburgh dynasty. Hannes Myburgh, the eighth generation owner of Meerlust, is now running the estate with the help of Chris Williams. Chris was appointed Cellar Master at Meerlust in 2004. He studied Oenology at Elsenberg and gained international experience in France working for Michel Rolland. Chris is driven by the challenge of developing the vines at Meerlust to their full potential, while isolating and identifying specific vineyards of excellence and teasing out all the personality of the grapes. Meinert, Devon Crest, 2006Our price: From £14.17ViewAfter graduating in Viticulture and Oenology from the University of Stellenbosch as one of its top students in 1984, Martin became one of the leading lights behind the now world famous wine of Vergelegen. Since 1997 he has concentrated his energies and skill on his family's Devon Crest vineyard in Stellenbosch's Devon Valley and also making wine for his friend Ken Forrester. The approach is very terroir based, and committed to getting the best out of his grape varieties. Meinert, Merlot, 2008Our price: From £11.70ViewAfter graduating in Viticulture and Oenology from the University of Stellenbosch as one of its top students in 1984, Martin became one of the leading lights behind the now world famous wine of Vergelegen. Since 1997 he has concentrated his energies and skill on his family's Devon Crest vineyard in Stellenbosch's Devon Valley and also making wine for his friend Ken Forrester. The approach is very terroir based, and committed to getting the best out of his grape varieties. Meinert, Pinotage, 2007Our price: From £11.25ViewAfter graduating in Viticulture and Oenology from the University of Stellenbosch as one of its top students in 1984, Martin became one of the leading lights behind the now world famous wine of Vergelegen. Since 1997 he has concentrated his energies and skill on his family's Devon Crest vineyard in Stellenbosch's Devon Valley and also making wine for his friend Ken Forrester. The approach is very terroir based, and committed to getting the best out of his grape varieties. Meinert, Synchronicity, 2005Our price: From £19.57ViewAfter graduating in Viticulture and Oenology from the University of Stellenbosch as one of its top students in 1984, Martin became one of the leading lights behind the now world famous wine of Vergelegen. Since 1997 he has concentrated his energies and skill on his family's Devon Crest vineyard in Stellenbosch's Devon Valley and also making wine for his friend Ken Forrester. The approach is very terroir based, and committed to getting the best out of his grape varieties. Merlot Domaine Bassac Organic 2010Our price: From £8.10ViewPuissalicon is a small village in the south of France with the typical architecture, in circular fashion, of medieval towns in this region. It is equidistant from Béziers, Pézenas and Bédarieux. The Domaine Bassac vineyard covers around 80 hectares. A growing concern for creating genuine wines that respect the land, nature, and the subtle balance which allows for the expression of harmony between soil and vine, caused the family to turn to organic farming in 1990. The cellar, located in the village of Puissalicon itself, is an old building which has been renovated and enlarged over the generations. At the time when Languedoc was known for its 'eau de vie', it was even home to a family distillery which no longer exists. Merlot Esprit de Sérame, Vin de Pays d'Oc 2010Our price: £8.25View'An historical Languedoc estate'. Merlot Maison Maurel Vedeau 2010Our price: From £6.12ViewPeppery and red fruit aromas and a soft, well balanced palate with redcurrant, plum fruit characters. Merlot, Bogle, 2008Our price: From £12.60ViewAlthough the Bogle family has been farming since the mid-1800s, it was not until 1968 that the father and son team of Warren and Chris Bogle planted their first 20 acres of vineyard in Clarksburg, California. In this small farming community nestled along the banks of the Sacramento River, the Bogle family has built a reputation based on impressive wines and a nationally acclaimed winery. Merlot, Lowe, 2005Our price: From £17.10ViewThis winery based in Mudgee specialises in small batch winemaking using innovative techniques both for themselves and contract clients. The winery has advanced the approach to quality wine production by planting dryland vineyard to produce lower yields of extremely high quality grapes.David Lowe took over his family estate on his return from a long stint in the Hunter Valley and Bordeaux before that. The amount of energy and work put into management of the vineyards by David Lowe has been absolutely pivotal in ensuring the quality of these wines year in, year out. A unique and individual venture with soaring aspirations. Merlot, Newton Vineyards Unfiltered, 2006Our price: From £31.95ViewSu Hua married Peter Newton in 1972 and moved to America the same year, in California she worked alongside her husband at Sterling Vineyard. Together they helped put Napa Valley on the map as on of the world's greatest wine regions. In 19878, after the sale of Sterling Vineyard, Su Hua began to dream of a winery that could wholly encapsulate her own personal philosophy of winemaking. This took shape in the form of sustainable farming techniques and careful attention to detail, preservation of the natural habitat and restriction of the use of synthetic pesticides, chemicals and fertilisers. Newton bottle most of their wines unfiltered and unfined, to avoid stripping the wine of its unique aroma and flavour. During growing season, Su Hua can be found ascending the unforgiving slopes of Spring Mountain, examining the vines. She is also to be found there every day during harvest, analysing and tasting the grapes. She believes that wonderful wines are the product of wonderful vineyards, that is to say, the product of their terroir. Montes Alpha Range, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2008Our price: From £12.60ViewMONTES – Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray Montes Alpha Range, Carmenere, 2008Our price: From £12.60ViewMONTES – Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray Montes Alpha Range, Merlot, 2007Our price: From £12.60ViewMONTES – Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray Montes Alpha Range, Pinot Noir, 2009Our price: From £12.60ViewMONTES – Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray Montes Alpha Range, Syrah, 2008Our price: From £12.60ViewMONTES – Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray Montes Classic Series, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2010Our price: From £8.32ViewMONTES – Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray Montes Classic Series, Malbec, 2010Our price: From £8.32ViewMONTES – Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray Montes Classic Series, Merlot, 2010Our price: From £8.32ViewMONTES – Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray Montes Icon Wines, Alpha 'M', 2007Our price: From £38.02ViewMONTES – Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray Montes Limited Selection, Cabernet Carmenere, 2010Our price: From £9.67ViewMONTES – Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray Montes, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2009Our price: From £7.15ViewMONTES – Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray Moulin à Vent, Domaine Lardy, 2009Our price: From £12.37ViewFleurie is all about juiciness and elegance, and the wine produced by Lucien is no exception. Lucien waxes lyrical about the terroir and to prove his point he has recently bought vineyards in other 'climats' of the Fleurie appellation such as 'La Madonne'. We should be able to see the results within the next two years. Nuits St. Georges Vieilles Vignes Domaine Daniel Rion 2005Our price: From £36.00ViewDomaine Rion is definitely one of Nuit St. Georges' key producers. Founded by their father Daniel, the Domaine is now run by Olivier and Christophe and consists of 18 hectares. They both believe in minimal intervention in the winery combining both modern techniques and traditional methods learned from their father. Pinot Noir Hautes Côtes de Beaune Domaine Henri Delagrange 2010Our price: From £13.05ViewDidier Delagrange produces fabulous wines which are very well balanced and express their true identity. This high level of quality is achieved by meticulous work in the vineyard, involving methods such as 'vendange en vert' (green harvest) which consists of removing the upper lobe of each bunch when the fruit has set. Not only does this reduce the yields and increase concentration, but it also helps with the health of the fruit. With a more open bunch the fruit is less likely to rot, and the grapes' exposure to the sun is increased. Didier is constantly looking for purity in both his white and red wines. Pinot Noir, Fonty's Pool, 2009RRP: £15.75Our price: From £14.17You save: £1.58 (10%)ViewEstablished in 1989, Fonty's Pool is a contemporary Pemberton winery producing consistently exceptional wines at an affordable price. Premium sites within the original vineyard have been selected to create wines which emphasise their regional characteristics. The grapes are vinified under the direction of experienced winemaker Bernie Stanlake and Melanie Bowater who craft these signature wines to make Fonty's Pool one of Western Australia's most distinctive wineries. The name 'Fonty's Pool' comes from an early settler to the region. In 1907 Archie Fontanini began farming on the property where the 110 hectares of vines are now laid. He built an irrigation dam which was known as Fonty's Pool, as it became a popular place for locals and tourists to swim. Fonty's Pool is located just outside the Pemberton township, set against an idyllic landscape of lush karri forests. Pinot Noir, Kooyong Massale, 2008Our price: From £18.00ViewBased in the cool climate of Mornington Peninsula, 80km south of Melbourne, winemaker Sandro Mosele has created a reputation for the best representation of Australian Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The vineyard is split into five individual parcels with a variety of clones planted on some very different soils and everything is done to enhance and express the natural characteristics of each vineyard. The Massale Pinot and the Clonale Chardonnay are example of how great wines are made in the vineyard. Pinot Noir, Little Beauty, 2010Our price: From £14.85ViewLittle Beauty is a bespoke and independent range of Limited Edition wines from the elemental and unique Waihopai Valley in Marlborough, New Zealand. Distinct flavours are derived from the stony, alluvial river terraces on which the vines are planted. State of the art climatic monitoring equipment has been installed throughout the vineyard proving the site benefits from longer autumns, increased growing degree days and higher diurnal temperatures than other parts of the Marlborough region. 2008 is the first vintage and despite limited volumes, the Little Beauty portfolio unusually includes hand crafted Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Dry Riesling, and of course, Sauvignon Blanc - all expressive examples of what the site offers. Environmental safe-keeping is a priority at Little Beauty - vineyards are Sustainably Accredited and natural wetland features have been retained and enhanced - continually enjoyed by many of New Zealand's native bird species. Pinot Noir, Tinja, 2008Our price: From £12.15ViewThis winery based in Mudgee specialises in small batch winemaking using innovative techniques both for themselves and contract clients. The winery has advanced the approach to quality wine production by planting dryland vineyard to produce lower yields of extremely high quality grapes.David Lowe took over his family estate on his return from a long stint in the Hunter Valley and Bordeaux before that. The amount of energy and work put into management of the vineyards by David Lowe has been absolutely pivotal in ensuring the quality of these wines year in, year out. A unique and individual venture with soaring aspirations. Pittacum, Bierzo Tinto, 2005Our price: From £13.05ViewPITTACUM – Alfredo Marques Poggio Al Tufo Alicante – Maremma Toscana IGT, 2007Our price: From £14.40ViewPOGGIO AL TUFO – Giancarlo Tommasi Poggio Al Tufo Rompicollo – Maremma Toscana IGT, 2009Our price: From £11.25ViewPOGGIO AL TUFO – Giancarlo Tommasi Pommard 'Les Vaumuriens Hauts' Domaine Henri Delagrange 2009Our price: From £24.97ViewDidier Delagrange produces fabulous wines which are very well balanced and express their true identity. This high level of quality is achieved by meticulous work in the vineyard, involving methods such as 'vendange en vert' (green harvest) which consists of removing the upper lobe of each bunch when the fruit has set. Not only does this reduce the yields and increase concentration, but it also helps with the health of the fruit. With a more open bunch the fruit is less likely to rot, and the grapes' exposure to the sun is increased. Premium Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot, Vergelegen, 2008Our price: From £10.35ViewVERGELEGEN – André Van Rensburg Ramos Pinto, Duas Quintas, 2008Our price: From £11.25ViewRAMOS PINTO - João Nicolau de Almeida Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Vergelegen, 2005Our price: From £14.62ViewVERGELEGEN – André Van Rensburg Reserve Merlot, Vergelegen, 2006Our price: From £15.07ViewVERGELEGEN – André Van Rensburg Reserve Shiraz, Vergelegen, 20026Our price: From £14.17ViewVERGELEGEN – André Van Rensburg Rioja ‘Capitoso’, Bodegas Altanza, 2009Our price: From £8.55ViewThe brain child of Cecilio Hernaiz Ansotegui, Bodegas Altanza produces modern, fruit driven wines thanks to its 1999 state-of-the-art winery. There is no mistake as to where the wines come from, the Rioja heritage is dominant but a modern approach means that the wines can be enjoyed at a young age. Rioja Bodegas Altanza, Artist Series Dali 2004/ Gaudi 2005Our price: From £41.40ViewThe brain child of Cecilio Hernaiz Ansotegui, Bodegas Altanza produces modern, fruit driven wines thanks to its 1999 state-of-the-art winery. There is no mistake as to where the wines come from, the Rioja heritage is dominant but a modern approach means that the wines can be enjoyed at a young age. Rioja Crianza, Bodegas Altanza, 2007Our price: From £10.80ViewThe brain child of Cecilio Hernaiz Ansotegui, Bodegas Altanza produces modern, fruit driven wines thanks to its 1999 state-of-the-art winery. There is no mistake as to where the wines come from, the Rioja heritage is dominant but a modern approach means that the wines can be enjoyed at a young age. Rioja Gran Reserva, Bodegas Altanza, 2001Our price: From £19.35ViewThe brain child of Cecilio Hernaiz Ansotegui, Bodegas Altanza produces modern, fruit driven wines thanks to its 1999 state-of-the-art winery. There is no mistake as to where the wines come from, the Rioja heritage is dominant but a modern approach means that the wines can be enjoyed at a young age. Saint Joseph 'La Source' Domaine Ferraton 2006Our price: From £15.98ViewIn 1998, Samuel Ferraton, the 4th generation of the family at the estate, gave a new impetus to the House by forming a partnership with Chapoutier. This new synergy brought with it new knowledge and expertise, particularly biodynamic vine growing practices for the single vineyards and the introduction of quality controls. Sancerre Rouge 'Vincengetorix' Domaine Vincent Gaudry 2009Our price: From £17.10ViewVincent's domaine is situated in Sury en Vaux (meaning the smiling Valley), a few kilometres from Sancerre. Certified Biodynamic since 2004, Vincent has received much attention from the organic and biodynamic farming community for his ground-breaking research into alternative methods for organic farming, to the extent that Domaine de la Romanée Conti have asked him to train their staff. Committed to every detail of the biodynamic process, Vincent even uses barrels fabricated with wood cut only on days suggested by the biodynamic calendar.His wines are a true expression of the Sancerre terroir at its best, and their quality makes them some of the best Sauvignon we have ever tasted. Sangiovese, Villa Vieja La Agricola, 2010Our price: From £8.32ViewThe Zuccardi family, a well established wine making family in Mendoza, have created an excellent range of entry level, fruit driven wines under the Villa Vieja label. Santi Dimitri, Sharav Primitivo, 2009Our price: From £11.92ViewSANTI DIMITRI – Giuseppe Pizzolante Leuzzi Santi Dimitri, Spina di Bacco Primitivo, 2009Our price: From £8.10ViewSANTI DIMITRI – Giuseppe Pizzolante Leuzzi Saumur Champigny "Terres Chaudes" Biodynamic 2009 Thierry GermainOur price: From £17.32ViewSerious wines are produced at this estate run by the charismatic Thierry Germain. His approach is closer to a Burgundy wine-maker than a typical Loire producer. This 50-acre domaine, situated in a superb viticultural location in the appellation of Saumur Champigny, has been a winery since 1850. Germain, from a long line of Bordeaux winemakers, arrived here in 1991, attracted by the region’s perfect balance of grape varietal, climate and terroir, which he considers one of the finest in France. The vineyard is worked in a natural way with the goal of keeping the vine and the soil at its healthiest (lutte raisonée). The harvest is manual, selecting grapes at their very ripest level. Vinification is handled in small batches with bottling unfined and unfiltered. Germain has garnered praise in the European press for his exciting wines, which are always filled with ripe, generous fruit and supple textures. Shiraz Cabernet, De Bortoli Willowglen, 2009Our price: From £6.75ViewDe Bortoli Wines is a third generation family wine company established by Vittorio and Giuseppina De Bortoli in 1928. The couple emigrated to Australia from Northern Italy, from mountain villages at the foothills of the Italian Alps, near the historic town of Asolo. Shiraz, Fonty's Pool, 2006Our price: From £14.17ViewEstablished in 1989, Fonty's Pool is a contemporary Pemberton winery producing consistently exceptional wines at an affordable price. Premium sites within the original vineyard have been selected to create wines which emphasise their regional characteristics. The grapes are vinified under the direction of experienced winemaker Bernie Stanlake and Melanie Bowater who craft these signature wines to make Fonty's Pool one of Western Australia's most distinctive wineries. The name 'Fonty's Pool' comes from an early settler to the region. In 1907 Archie Fontanini began farming on the property where the 110 hectares of vines are now laid. He built an irrigation dam which was known as Fonty's Pool, as it became a popular place for locals and tourists to swim. Fonty's Pool is located just outside the Pemberton township, set against an idyllic landscape of lush karri forests. St. Chinian Domaine St Jean Le Conques 2008Our price: From £7.87ViewThe Syrah and Mourvèdre grapes that make up the St. Chinian are hand selected, and are de-stemmed prior to being vinified traditionally under temperature control. After a short cuvaison, the wine is stored in French oak barrels where the wine matures for 12 months or so. Stefano Accordini, Valpolicella Classico DOC, 2010Our price: From £9.90ViewSTEFANO ACCORDINI – Tiziano Accordini Stefano Accordini, Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso DOC, 2008Our price: From £15.07ViewSTEFANO ACCORDINI – Tiziano Accordini Syrah Mourvèdre, Tulbagh Mountain Vineyards, 2005Our price: From £20.47ViewTULBAGH MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS – Callie Louwe - Organic The Foundry, Syrah, 2007Our price: From £21.15ViewThe Foundry was established in 2000, the brainchild of Meerlust's winemaker Chris Williams in partnership with James Reid. Working closely with a handful of growers, fruit is sources from across the Cape to secure grapes at optimum ripeness from sites that are best suited to each variety. The overall planting ratio is 80% Syrah, 20% Viognier. Each lot of grapes is vinified separately, and great care is taken not to over-extract or manipulate the fruit. No specific recipe is followed, and both traditional and modern techniques are employed. The aim is to produce wines which the owners will enjoy drinking. The wines are vinified, bottled and matured at Meerlust Estate in Stellenbosch. The Puzzle, Newton Vineyards, 2005Our price: From £48.60ViewSu Hua married Peter Newton in 1972 and moved to America the same year, in California she worked alongside her husband at Sterling Vineyard. Together they helped put Napa Valley on the map as on of the world's greatest wine regions. In 19878, after the sale of Sterling Vineyard, Su Hua began to dream of a winery that could wholly encapsulate her own personal philosophy of winemaking. This took shape in the form of sustainable farming techniques and careful attention to detail, preservation of the natural habitat and restriction of the use of synthetic pesticides, chemicals and fertilisers. Newton bottle most of their wines unfiltered and unfined, to avoid stripping the wine of its unique aroma and flavour. During growing season, Su Hua can be found ascending the unforgiving slopes of Spring Mountain, examining the vines. She is also to be found there every day during harvest, analysing and tasting the grapes. She believes that wonderful wines are the product of wonderful vineyards, that is to say, the product of their terroir. Vacqueyras 'Le Clos' Domaine Montirius 2006Our price: From £16.65ViewDomaine Montirius was founded by Eric and Christine Saurel, who from day one believed that the best way to grow vines was to do it in the most natural way possible, without using chemicals. Eric trained as a winemaker in Bordeaux in 1986 and started the full conversion to biodynamic grape growing in 1996. In 1999, Domaine Montirius was fully accredited as a biodynamic producer. Since then, thanks to their dedication to the vineyards, Christine and Eric have established themselves as key players in the Gigondas and Vacqueyras appellations. Ventoux "La Gerine" Domaine La Ferme Saint-Martin 2010 - OrganicRRP: £13.00Our price: £11.00You save: £2.00 (15%)ViewDomaine Ferme Saint-Martin is situated in Suzette in the upper part of the Beaumes-de-Venise. The vineyard work is free of chemicals and the estate has organic certification. The Cotes du Ventoux vineyards are situated on gravel soils in St Hyppolyte le Graveyron. The south-facing vines are 20-45 years old. La Gerine undergoes a semi-carbonic maceration without sulphur and using indigenous yeasts. The grapes are lightly trodden by foot and, after vinification, the wine is bottled without filtration and with a very light dose of sulphur. Volnay 1er Cru 'Clos des Chênes' Domaine Henri Delagrange 2009Our price: From £39.33ViewDidier Delagrange produces fabulous wines which are very well balanced and express their true identity. This high level of quality is achieved by meticulous work in the vineyard, involving methods such as 'vendange en vert' (green harvest) which consists of removing the upper lobe of each bunch when the fruit has set. Not only does this reduce the yields and increase concentration, but it also helps with the health of the fruit. With a more open bunch the fruit is less likely to rot, and the grapes' exposure to the sun is increased. Volnay Vieilles Vignes Domaine Henri Delagrange 2008Our price: From £23.40ViewDidier Delagrange produces fabulous wines which are very well balanced and express their true identity. This high level of quality is achieved by meticulous work in the vineyard, involving methods such as 'vendange en vert' (green harvest) which consists of removing the upper lobe of each bunch when the fruit has set. Not only does this reduce the yields and increase concentration, but it also helps with the health of the fruit. With a more open bunch the fruit is less likely to rot, and the grapes' exposure to the sun is increased. Vosne Romanée Domaine Daniel Rion 2008Our price: From £36.00ViewDomaine Rion is definitely one of Nuit St. Georges' key producers. Founded by their father Daniel, the Domaine is now run by Olivier and Christophe and consists of 18 hectares. They both believe in minimal intervention in the winery combining both modern techniques and traditional methods learned from their father. Zinfandel, Bogle Old Vine, 2009Our price: From £13.72ViewAlthough the Bogle family has been farming since the mid-1800s, it was not until 1968 that the father and son team of Warren and Chris Bogle planted their first 20 acres of vineyard in Clarksburg, California. In this small farming community nestled along the banks of the Sacramento River, the Bogle family has built a reputation based on impressive wines and a nationally acclaimed winery. Zinfandel, Lowe, 2006Our price: From £18.45ViewThis winery based in Mudgee specialises in small batch winemaking using innovative techniques both for themselves and contract clients. The winery has advanced the approach to quality wine production by planting dryland vineyard to produce lower yields of extremely high quality grapes.David Lowe took over his family estate on his return from a long stint in the Hunter Valley and Bordeaux before that. The amount of energy and work put into management of the vineyards by David Lowe has been absolutely pivotal in ensuring the quality of these wines year in, year out. A unique and individual venture with soaring aspirations.

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