France
As well as the crus classés of Bordeaux and the premiers crus and grands crus of Burgundy, this historic wine producing country boasts some impressive regions. In fact, the first Appellation Contrôlée was Châteauneuf-du-Pape - just one of the Rhône’s many treats. By contrast, Alsace to the north-east is a particularly fine source of beautiful aromatic Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer. The Loire Valley provides a plethora of great wines, not to mention France’s largest vineyard area, the Languedoc. Indeed, across the whole of southern France the quality of IGP wines (the new name for Vin de Pays!) has never been better: from rosé to robust reds, from fresh, crisp whites to soft easy-drinking reds like Tanners Merlot IGP.
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Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine, Sur Lie, Domaine Fief de la Brie 2011 - Half
Product Code: LW00211H
An attractive white with crisp acidity that is ideal with seafood. The wine is aged on its lees, or sediment, for six months to impart more body to the wine. The grapes come from François Bonhomme's finest vineyard. More »
Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine
France
Muscadet
White - Dry & crisp
Still White Wine
12.0%
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Plateau de fruits de mer
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Tanners Claret, Bordeaux - Half
Product Code: CR001H
This has been made even more attractive by the addition of some extra old-vine Merlot to give it a bit more of the succulence and juiciness for which it is renowned, while still retaining its classic balance and style. More »
Bordeaux
France
Merlot
Red - Medium-bodied
Still Red Wine
13.0%
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Lamb burgers with an Asian-style plum and soy compote
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Beaujolais, Jacques Charlet 2011 - Half
Product Code: JR00111H
This juicy and very drinkable Beaujolais comes from a well established vineyard owner and merchant based in the Beaujolais region. White flower aromas are followed by raspberry flavours in the mouth. More »
Beaujolais
France
Gamay
Red - Light & fruity
Still Red Wine
12.0%
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Strawberries in red wine
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Château du Grand Moulas, Côtes-du-Rhône, M Ryckwaert 2012 - Half
Product Code: RR00912H
Made near Orange at Mornas, this wine is ripe and flavoursome with depth of fruit and herby flavours. It is fresh, easy and very enjoyable now. The irrepressible Marc Ryckwaert has been making wine here for many years. More »
Côtes du Rhône
France
Grenache
Red - Medium-bodied
Still Red Wine
13.5%
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Pork chops
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Château Moulin de Mallet, Bordeaux 2010 - Half
Product Code: CR03010H
Great colour for such a modest wine. Very dense and sweet on the attack, with lots of fruit and a juicy feel ahead of a lightly grippy finish. Very ripe and great value. More »
Bordeaux
France
Merlot
Red - Medium-bodied
Still Red Wine
14.0%
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Lasagne
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Gewurztraminer, Pfaffenheim 2011 - Half
Product Code: JW00511H
Fine, richly textured Gewürztraminer from the co-operative at Pfaffenheim. A spicy, rose petal nose then a firm, fruit-filled palate, with typical lychee and Turkish Delight flavours. Fresher and crisper than many, it is also dry. More »
Alsace
France
Gewürztraminer
White - Dry & aromatic
Still White Wine
13.5%
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Thai beef salad
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Château Bel Air Perponcher, Bordeaux Blanc 2012 - Half
Bronze Medal at Decanter World Wine AwardsProduct Code: CW00212H
A fresh and lively wine made from Sémillon, Sauvignon and Muscadelle at a property in the Entre-deux-Mers. It has pure, clean fruit flavours. Winemaker Thibault Despagne is one of the most go-ahead young growers in Bordeaux. More »
Bordeaux
France
Sauvignon Blanc
White - Dry & crisp
Still White Wine
12.0%
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Fillet of halibut with herbes de provence crust and lemon butter
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Mâcon-Villages, Domaine du Puits, Jacques Charlet 2010 - Half
Product Code: BW03510H
Buttery, slightly smoky Chardonnay with attractive, lemony acidity. A good all-rounder from a family-owned producer that specialises in Mâconnais and Beaujolais wines. More »
Mâcon-Villages
France
Chardonnay
White - Dry & full
Still White Wine
13.0%
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Gougéres made with Gruyére cheese and grated nutmeg
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Mâcon-Lugny, Les Genièvres, Maison Louis Latour 2011 - Half
Product Code: BW03711H
Louis Latour's ever-popular Mâcon-Lugny comes from the heart of the Mâconnais area. It is heavier than Chablis and other Burgundies from further north, yet has a crisp, creamy elegance. More »
Mâcon-Lugny
France
Chardonnay
White - Dry & full
Still White Wine
13.0%
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Pumpkin and sage risotto











