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Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2003 Duplessis

Duplessis own a third of a hectare in the middle oif Les Clos which is widely considered the best part of this most famous of Chablis vineayards. With a complex nose of lemom rind, liquid minerals and old oak the palate is rich and balanced, with good structure and a long multi-faceted finish. This is [...]

Taylor's Quinta de Vargellas Port 1998 Gift in Wood

Presented in a stylish wooden gift box. The best known of Taylor's properties, this single quinta port is wonderfully concentrated with spicy aromas and well-defined dried fruit flavours redolent of figs, raisins and prunes. This superb Port would make an excellent Christmas gift.
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Taylor's Quinta de Vargellas Port 1998 Gift

The best known of Taylor's properties, this single quinta port is wonderfully concentrated with spicy aromas and well-defined dried fruit flavours redolent of figs, raisins and prunes. This superb Port would make an excellent Christmas gift.
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Gourmet Mulling Syrup Selsley Herb and Spice Co. 50cl

To make the perfect mulled wine, this luxury mulling syrup is all you need… just add red wine!
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Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Showing intense aromas of ripe dark fruit, with hints of tobacco, cedar and fresh mint, the palate is full and rich with concentrated flavours of cassis, black currant with notes of clove, espresso bean, and pencil lead. The finish has well-structured, finely grained tannins and bright, lively acidity.
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Don Melchor 2005 Concha y Toro

'The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon is opaque purple-colored with aromas of pain grille, pencil lead, scorched earth, black currant, and blackberry liqueur. This is followed by an opulent, very intense, complex Cabernet with gobs of savory fruit, exceptional depth, and enough structure to evolve for 6-8 years. This lengthy, classy effort will be at its best [...]

Viña Mayu Reserva Syrah 2007 Elqui Valley

From the northernmost wine producing region in Chile, the perfect growing climate of the Elqui Valley gives this fantastic Syrah genuine 'Rhône-style' characteristics of black pepper, blackberries and a distinct meaty undercurrent. A juicy, rich and full-bodied palate with notes of cassis, spice and well integrated oak are married with soft, ripe tannins and superb [...]

Santa Rita Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Casablanca Valley

From a leading producer, a cool fermented stylish Sauvignon, invigoratingly rich and zesty. This wine has a gorgeously floral, elderflower bouquet.
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Gimblett Gravels Merlot, Craggy Range 2006 Hawke's Bay

The Gimbetts Gravels vineyard's unique location creates the warmest vineyard area in New Zealand. This, along with other climatic factors, means that Craggy Range produces some premium red wines. A profusion of dark plum, blackcurrant, liquorice, thyme and cinnamon burst on the bouquet of this wine. On the palate ripe fruit flavours are layered with [...]

Te Muna Road Sauvignon Blanc, Craggy Range 2008 Martinborough

Rich, ripe aromatics of nectarine, guava, spice and floral notes are powerful, fresh and complex in this wine. The palate is densely packed with stone fruit, lime, grapefruit and mineral characters and is richly textured with an incredibly long and intense finish.
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