Wine portfolio 2013 by ATOM Dubai

THE WINE LIST M M I 2 01 3 / 1 4

CONTENTS 2-3

Message from Andrew J Day

170 - 233

4-5

Message from MMI Wine Team

172 - 183

North West Italy

6-7

MMI Fine Wines

184 - 205

North East Italy

Storage & Shipping of Wines

206 - 221

Central Italy

Navigating the Wine List

222 - 233

Southern Italy

10 - 17

Champagne & Sparkling Wine

234 - 237

Lebanon

18 - 30

Argentina

238 - 251

New Zealand

32 - 61

Australia

252 - 257

Portugal

Italy

34 - 41

New South Wales, Victoria & Tasmania

258 - 286

South Africa

42 - 52

South Australia

288 - 303

Spain

54 - 61

Western Australia

304 - 323

USA

62 - 79

Chile

324 - 325

Dessert

80 - 82

China

326 - 327

Mini Bar

84 - 156

France

328 - 329

Port

330 - 331

Sherry

86 - 89

Alsace

90 - 99

Bordeaux

332

Madeira

100 - 116

Burgundy

333

Grappa

118 - 126

Loire

128 - 139

Rh么ne

336

Cask Wines

140 - 156

Southern France

337

MMI Contacts

158 - 168

334 - 335

Large Format

Germany & Austria

Message from

Andrew J Day

Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for your continued support and business.

the great value we offer, support available and incentives for adopting a cash margin approach to your pricing. Where we’ve worked closely

Welcome to the 2013-2014 MMI Wine List and

with outlets who are moving away from a simple

welcome to our finest and broadest selection of

beverage cost calculation to a more measured

great wines from around the planet yet.

pricing approach, we’ve seen their sales increase

What you’ll find in our new format list is an upto-date snapshot of the global wine scene and a

across a wider range of wines, operators profits increase and improved footfall into the outlets.

unique roll-call of the world’s best wines - well

As MMI’s business continues to grow in the

established names that the world’s restaurant-goers

Gulf and beyond, in diverse markets such as

continue to enjoy year after year, new favourites

the Maldives, Zanzibar and Tanzania, we are

that give you the chance to delight your guests and

in a position to gain a wide view of consumer

a host of hot new additions to keep your selection

preferences. The wave of demand for Sauvignon

relevant and exciting. Along with the simple,

Blanc for example, continues to grow and as such

clean design and layout we’ve added closure type

so has our choice of them, but we also look at what

information to each wine and identified on-trade

else is happening worldwide and we’ve found that

exclusives this year. Many tasting sessions and

sweeter styles of wines such as Moscatos and even

winery visits later, we’ve added well over 200 new

sweet reds are growing in popularity – hence we’ve

selections to the choice - with our focus as ever

brought several options for you to keep your list

on offering value and fair pricing with a leaning

up-to-date and attract new wine drinkers. Be sure

towards family owned wineries and assured quality.

to try Apothic, the incredibly popular Barefoot

As with any agricultural product subject to the vagaries of nature, the small and difficult 2012 harvest across Europe naturally led to increased prices, the MMI wine team has again worked hard with our suppliers to minimize any price increases to you and taken a longer term view on pricing,

range from the USA, the aptly-named ‘sweet!’ from South Africa or some of our old-world options too such as Gerard Bertrand Moscato and Cossetti. It’s proven that most people new to wine prefer sweeter wines and younger consumers are also driving the growth.

continuing our policy of offering fair pricing

If you’re putting together your new selection for

every day. If the financials of your wine selection

your restaurant or bar we’d love to discuss what we

are important to you, be sure to talk to us about

see happening in the wine world and we’ll show

Message from

Andrew J Day

you a wealth of information and trend data relevant to your business to help you get the most out of your wine list, by the glass programmes and wine promotions. It’s worth noting for example, that a recent wine by the glass promotion in one hotel saw an uplift of 80% on those wines and a large sales increase by using a cash margin approach and MMI’s expertise. Please contact your MMI sales representative with any queries or feedback or our helpful MMI Customer Service team on 04 304 0222 or CShelpdeskMMI@mmi.ae Thanks again for your support, we look forward to enhancing our partnership with you, delighting more customers and growing our wine businesses together.

Cheers,

Andrew J Day Group CEO

“

Many tasting sessions and winery visits later, we’ve added well over 200 new selections to the choice - with our focus as ever on offering value and fair pricing with a leaning towards family owned wineries and assured quality. 2

Message from

MMI Wine Team In our last portfolio we spoke of our pride to be associated with and representatives for many of the world’s best wines and family-owned wineries and that pride continues as we bring you our updated wine list for 2014. The MMI Wine Team have been busy finding the best new wines, tasting and re-tasting, securing allocations, watching trends, negotiating hard on prices as harvests get smaller to keep your prices fair, helping you provide great wine choices and working with you, our customers, to keep our selection exciting, relevant and stimulating. There are exciting major additions to our Italian selection with over 20 new wineries to our list and more in the fine wine list. As the Italians themselves are consuming less wine domestically, more great wines become available for export and on the back of the recent successes of Prosecco and Pinot Grigio, consumers are discovering and enjoying a much wider range of what this great ‘land of vines’ can offer. Our new partnerships with family-owned wineries such as Planeta, Braida, Livon, Dezzani, Argentiera and others shows our commitment to bringing you the best that Italy has to offer. We’ve also spent time improving our Australian portfolio for you. Kilikanoon were recently awarded the prestigious ‘Winery of the Year 2013’ title in James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion, these are superbly crafted wines that show another level of Australia, all done with a quiet confidence and little fanfare. Western Australia continues to excite us – the wines have an elegance and style reminiscent of the top French styles – look out for new additions Pierro from Margaret River and Plantagenet from Mount Barker. We’ve crossed the Bass Strait to bring you a couple of

Message from

wines from Tasmania – Pipers Brook was established in 1974 and has been at the forefront of cool region Australia wine since then. In other areas of the world, we’ve brought new offerings from France, particularly the exciting South of France and have listed some of the best that modern-day Burgundy offers. Value and quality are the keys when we look for new wines to list and wines such as the new Menetou-Salon from Domaine Pellé in the Loire or the superbly labeled Flying Solo pair of wines from Domaine Gayda in the Languedoc give you the chance to offer new and exciting wines to your guests with confidence. Adding depth and further choice to our New World selection are fantastic value wines such as Panamera and Barefoot from California and the Frontera range from Chile, made by the world’s most admired wine brand Concha y Toro.

MMI Wine Team

list, show you new ways to lay out your selection and provide innovative ways to ensure you get the best out of wine for your business. In addition to this printed portfolio, for the first time we have produced a digital version for those of you who prefer to work that way and we have an excel file available of the whole selection with comprehensive tasting notes and a profit calculator to help you write your next wine lists, be sure to contact your MMI Key Account Manager or the Wine Team for assistance. We hope you enjoy the new list and the new format and we look forward to introducing you personally to our new selections and wineries.

Cheers, MMI WINE TEAM

In response to requests, we’ve identified in the list a number of our wines which are exclusive for the ontrade in Dubai. Given that this new list combined with our fine wine list has well over 2200 references, we certainly don’t list all our selection in our shops and we hope that this information is useful to you should you want to choose wines for your list that can’t be bought in our stores by Dubai residents. Please ask us should you wish to have the full list of such wines. However, it’s well-known practice that a good, well written wine list features at least some well-known brands and names to give a good balance – not every guest is a connoisseur and they can be put off buying wine altogether if faced with a daunting list where they don’t recognize anything. We’re here to help you make a great choice of wines, write a great wine

MMI

Fine Wines

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Our range covers over 100 properties with over 400 wines with a considerable back catalogue of wines dating to the mythical 1947 vintage of both Cheval Blanc and Petrus. CHÂTEAU PICHON-LONGUEVILLE, BORDEAUx

MMI

Fine Wines

MMI FINE

WINES The MMI fine wine range has come a long way in the past few years. With over 1,200 items on the list covering the Mosel to Central Otago and spanning a price range from AED 100 to 105,000 from over 160 producers we have a lot covered. Our buying strategy allows us to forward purchase from a number of key regions which we then release onto the market at very reasonable prices. Bordeaux is a big focus of our fine wine portfolio. It is the number one producing fine wine region and outsells any other region in Dubai. Our range covers over 100 properties with over 400 wines with a considerable back catalogue of wines dating to the mythical 1947 vintage of both Cheval Blanc and Petrus. Direct relationships are important for us. It not only guarantees provenance of the wines but allows us to obtain the best pricing for our customers. Our relationships then allow us to grow our allocations over time in conjunction with market growth. We have seen an upturn in the fortunes in Burgundy and the demand for domaine bottled wines has been strong in the past 12 months. Our enlarging portfolio reflects this and includes some of the top names of the region. Added this year are Domaine dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Eugenie of Vosne and Domaine Henri Gouges of Nuits Saint Georges.

Our strength extends beyond Bordeaux and Burgundy with a portfolio including some of the greatest New World agencies also. Our wines are shipped with the utmost care. All wines are trucked and shipped in climate controlled conditions. Our warehousing climate is also carefully controlled and tracked at both temperature and humidity levels. We communicate the fine wine list with up-todate selection and quantity on a monthly basis via email and it is available from your MMI key account manager. In addition to this we hold regular tastings at our offices. We represent a host of fine and rare wines including Petrus, Le Pin, Domaine de la Romanee Conti, Armand Rousseau, Didier Dagueneau and Chateau Grillet from France, Vega Sicilia from Ribera del Duero in Spain, Sassicaia, Tignanello and Solaia from Tuscany in Italy and Screaming Eagle from California. If there are specific wines you would like please do get in touch through your key account manager and we will do our best to help you find what you are looking for.

Storage & Shipping of

Wines

As Nature Intended... We’re often asked about our storage and shipping of wines, to what is after all a desert country, as you naturally want to be assured that you are getting the wines in the condition the winemakers intended. Wine is a precious and sensitive product. Our winery partners work hard all year in the vineyards and wineries around the world to make good wines and that work can easily be spoilt by careless transportation - saving on shipping costs doesn’t sit well with us. We’re happy to let you know that MMI ship all our wines in refrigerated containers all year round and insist that our freight partners sign up to such cool-chain essentials. This is a considerable and significant addition to normal freight costs but this commitment to quality assurance combined with our own modern temperature-controlled warehousing facilities gives us the peace-of-mind that we’re meeting your and your customers demands when it comes to wine quality.

Navigating the

Wine List

NEW

Bio-Dynamic

We’ve added around 300 wines to the selection this

The practice of biodynamics in viticulture (grape

year from China, Italy, Portugal, the Loire, South of

growing) has become popular in recent years in

France and many more. Look for the NEW sign and

many growing regions. A number of very high-

don’t be afraid to ask for a sample. Keep your wine

end, high-profile growers have converted recently

list updated and exciting.

to biodynamic practices. Many of the top estates in France, including Maison Chapoutier in the

Screw cap

Rhone Valley and Domaine Zind-Humbrecht in

We’ve identified each wine that has a screw cap

Alsace follow biodynamic viticulture. Currently,

closure rather than traditional cork. More and more

for a wine to be labeled “biodynamic” it has to

producers are using screw caps today to ensure that

meet the stringent standards laid down by the

the wine reaches the consumer as it should taste,

Demeter Association, which is an internationally

avoiding the potential spoilage associated with

recognized certifying body. As a practical method

natural cork. Screw capped wines are also much

of farming, biodynamics embodies the ideal of

easier for service for banquets and by the glass

ever-increasing ecological self-sufficiency just as

programmes.

with modern agro-ecology, but includes ethicalspiritual considerations. This type of viticulture

On Trade Exclusive

views the farm as a cohesive, interconnected living

These wines are not available in the MMI retail stores

system. Critics acknowledge the high quality of

in Dubai and are specifically reserved for on-trade.

biodynamic wines, but question whether many of the improvements in vineyard health and wine taste

Organic

Organic wine is wine made from grapes grown in accordance with principles of organic farming, which typically excludes the use of artificial chemical fertilizers, pesticides, fungicides and herbicides.The legal definition of organic wine varies from country to country. The primary difference in the way that organic wine is defined relates to the use (or non use)

would have happened anyway if organic farming were used, without the mysticism and increased effort involved in biodynamics – we invite you to see for yourself!! FWL*

Please refer to our monthly MMI Fine Wine List for the current price of these wines.

of preservatives during the wine-making process.

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The word itself lends a sense of luxury, extravagance and celebration and it is this emotive response that we buy into, along with the wine inside every time we uncork a bottle.

CHAPTER I

Champagne No other wine region conjures such emotion as this cool, corner of North East France. Much of the region is fairly flat and featureless arable land but an outcrop of chalk hills, an accident of geology close to the ancient cathedral city of Reims has made Champagne a household name around the world.

Champagne

The word itself lends a sense of luxury, extravagance and celebration and it is this emotive response that we buy into, along with the wine inside every time we uncork a bottle. The wines themselves are made in a slow, labour intensive process in which time is the key component transforming light, dry whites into rich, complex and delicately sparkling wines. Within the region, however there is a huge variety of styles and flavours depending on vineyard, grape varietal make up and wine making. Our portfolio of Champagnes comprises the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most highly sought after brands and a superb range of styles.

Champagne

| France

The world’s most loved Champagne! The most fabulous story in Champagne since 1743, Moët & Chandon is the symbol of Glamour, Success, Grandeur & Generosity. Faithful to the pioneering vision of Claude and Jean-Rémy Moët, who

Moët Impérial Mini Moët Impérial | 20cl

created the world’s first international luxury brand, Moët & Chandon has been sharing the magic of Champagne with the world ever since. www.moet.com

AED

270 | 0830

AED

86 | 7008

Moët Impérial | 37.5cl

AED

150 | 083612

Moët Impérial | 1.5L

AED

475 | 08313

Moët Impérial | 3L

AED

1,710 | 7163

Moët Impérial | 6L

AED

3,470 | 7162

Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage

AED

375 | 5139603

Nectar Impérial

AED

289 | 86396

Moët Rosé Impérial

AED

345 | 6420

Moët Rosé Impérial | 1.5L

AED

540 | 89743

Champagne

The Trendy Chic Champagne. In 1805, Madame Clicquot, a young widow of 27 years, took over the reins of the House founded in Reims in 1772 and became one of the ﬁrst business women in history. Audacious and visionary, she made her Champagne known

| France

to the world. Clicquot is the quintessence of elegance, passion and audacity, a thrilling paradox between heritage & prestige and a rule-breaking innovative attitude. www.veuve-clicquot.com

Yellow Label

AED

295 | 08406

Yellow Label | 37.5cl

AED

160 | 345612

Yellow Label | 1.5L

AED

620 | 87823

Vintage Réserve

AED

375 | 51526

La Grande Dame

AED

1,015 | 30700

Veuve Clicquot Rosé

AED

345 | 84796

Vintage Rosé

AED

450 | 08416

La Grande Dame Rosé

AED

1,430 | 8626

Champagne

| France

The oldest Champagne House. The House of Ruinart is unlike any other. It was the ﬁrst established Champagne House founded by 1729 by Nicolas Ruinart, realizing the ambition of his uncle of Dom Thierry Ruinart, who had foreseen the potential of sparkling wine

at the beginning of the century. The Chardonnay is the very soul of Ruinart. The grape, mainly harvested from the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims terroirs, is at the heart of all the Ruinart cuvées. www.ruinart.com

R de Ruinart Brut

AED

300 | 85216

R de Ruinart Brut | 37.5cl

AED

185 | 8590

Ruinart Blanc de Blancs

AED

370 | 85246

Ruinart Rosé

AED

370 | 85236

Ruinart Rosé

AED

825 | 85233

The Luxury Champagne. Dom pérignon is luxury champagne, inspired from the work of the mythical creator of Champagne, the Benedictine monk, Dom pérignon, in the 17th century, who pursued throughout his life one goal: to create the best wine in the world. After years of work, Dom pérignon is said to have announced : ‘I am drinking stars’. His wine reached the table of Louis XIV: luxury Dom Pérignon Dom Pérignon Rosé

champagne was born. As Cellar Master at the Abbey of Hautvillers, and thanks to his extraordinary contribution to a whole region, Dom pérignon is recognised as being the creator of Champagne. Dom pérignon makes only vintage wines. only an outstanding harvest is worthy of Dom pérignon vintage champagne. www.domperignon.com AED AED

840 | 0810600

2,225 | 5142398

Champagne

Billecart-Salmon epitomises elegance and class. A Maison which has always enjoyed a ﬁne reputation has, in recent years stepped up to another level. The seventh generation family owned maison produces a range comprising exemplary Brut NV, Rosé and Blanc

| France

de Blancs expressions and two iconic vintage wines; Cuvee Nicolas Billecart and Cuvee Elisabeth Salmon. All seamlessly meld vivacity, elegance and power. www.champagne-billecart.fr

Brut Reserve

AED

310 | E0001

Brut Reserve | 37.5cl

AED

185 | E0002

Brut Reserve | 1.5L

AED

570 | E0003

Brut Reserve | 3L

AED

1,250 | E0268

Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru

AED

420 | E0006

Cuvee Nicolas Francois

AED

500 | E000796

Brut Rosé

AED

395 | E0004

Brut Rosé | 37.5cl

AED

215 | E0275

Brut Rosé | 1.5L

AED

850 | E0005

Cuvee Elisabeth Salmon Rosé

AED

1,200 | E000898-6

Sparkling Wines COUNTRY

WINE ESTATE

WINE NAME

PRICE

Chile

Valdivieso

Charmat Brut

101676

France

GCDF

Grandial Blanc de Blancs

11994

South Africa

Nederburg

Premiére Cuvée Brut

10644

Australia

de Bortoli

dB Family Selection Sparkling

11944

South Africa

J.C. Le Roux

Sauvignon Blanc

12145

Chile

Casillero del Diablo

Brut Chardonnay, Casablanca Valley

15270

USA

E&J Gallo

André Brut

8541

Portugal

Mateus

Sparkling Brut

NEW

14777

Portugal

Mateus

Sparkling Demi Sec

NEW

14779

Australia

Casella

[yellow tail] Bubbles

12007

Italy

Zonin

Prosecco Brut DOC

87416

New Zealand

Lindauer

Sparkling Sauvignon

13153

New Zealand

Lindauer

Brut NV

13151

Italy

Cossetti

Moscato d'Asti DOCG

13372

Italy

Scavi and Ray

Prosecco DOC

12985

Spain

Freixenet

Cordon Negro, Cava DO

3063

Italy

Martini

Asti Spumante DOCG

NEW

14412

Italy

Martini

Sparkling Brut

NEW

14410

Italy

San Simone

Prosecco Frizzante DOC

NEW

15132

Italy

Martini

Prosecco DOC

NEW

14610

Italy

Cinzano

Asti Spumante DOCG

NEW

15906

Italy

San Simone

Prosecco Spumante 'Il Concerto' DOC

NEW

15133

South Africa

Pongracz

Pongracz NV Method Cap Classique

11341

Italy

Col de'Salici

Prosecco Valdobbiadene Spumante DOCG

75886

Italy

Gancia

Pinot di Pinot Brut

15233

CODE

WHITE

Prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

NEW

Sparkling Wines COUNTRY

WINE ESTATE

WINE NAME

PRICE

CODE

Italy

Braida

Barbera della Monferrato Frizzante 'La Monella' DOC

On trade exclusive NEW

14292

Italy

Gancia

Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG

NEW

15235

New Zealand

Oyster Bay

Brut

14397

France

Gérard Bertrand

Crémant de Limoux, Limoux AOP

106656

Australia

Domaine Chandon

Chandon Brut

110

74576

Australia

Petaluma

Croser NV

140

13161

Spain

Gramona

Gramona Imperial Cava DO

161

15032

Australia

Petaluma

Croser Vintage 2008

170

13162

Italy

Bellavista

Franciacorta Cuvée Brut DOCG

On trade exclusive NEW

205

15229

Italy

Gancia

Gancia Asti Millesimato Cuvee 24 Metodo DOCG Classico

NEW

210

15232

Italy

Bellavista

Franciacorta Grand Cuvée Vintage DOCG

On trade exclusive NEW

265

15231

Chile

Valdivieso

Charmat Brut Rosé

101686

South Africa

J.C. Le Roux

La Fleurette Rosé

12146

USA

E&J Gallo

André Brut Rosé

8542

Australia

Casella

[yellow tail] Bubbles Rosé

12008

New Zealand

Lindauer

Brut Rosé

13152

Italy

Zonin

Rosé Brut Spumante

15224

Italy

Scavi and Ray

Rosato Spumante

13488

USA

Chateau Ste Michelle

Michelle Blanc de Noirs

10319

Italy

Martini

Sparkling Rosé, Demi-Sec

NEW

14411

Italy

Gancia

Pinot di Pinot Brut Rosé

NEW

15234

New Zealand

Oyster Bay

Brut Rosé

14398

Spain

Freixenet

Elyssia Rosato

NEW

15021

Italy

Bellavista

Franciacorta Grand Cuvée Rosé DOCG

On trade exclusive NEW

310

15230

NEW

ROSÉ

NEW

“

Malbec is now considered the National Variety of Argentina and it’s very easy to see, or taste, why. It is the perfect variety for red meat dishes and BBQ’s, or enjoying on its own.

Jose Alberto & Sebastian Zuccardi

CHAPTER II

ARGENTINA Argentina is the 5th largest producer of wine in the World. Mendoza , the most well-known area of Argentine wine production and home to Familia Zuccardi and most of our Argentinean producers, produces more than 60% of the country’s wine and is the source of an even higher percentage of the total exports. Due to the high altitude and low humidity of the main wine producing regions, Argentinian vineyards rarely face the problems of insects, fungi, moulds and diseases that can affect vineyards in other

Salta

Mendoza

countries. This allows cultivating with little or no pesticides, enabling even organic wines to be easily produced. Since 1950, the Zuccardi family has been crafting premium wines in Mendoza. We are extremely proud to have these quality wines in our portfolio offering great value for money across all of the wines. The Fuzion range is a great introduction to Argentinean wines showcasing easy to drink dual varietals. The Serie A range brings great varietal examples of the indigenous varieties in Argentina – Malbec, Bonarda and Torrontes. Q series, Q standing for Quality, are leading examples in the category of premium Argentinean wines, all single varietal and all fantastic.

The Icon wines of the Estate; Zeta and Emma, show the great ability of the winemakers to blend the fantastic varieties produced to create outstanding wines that stand shoulder to shoulder with the great wines from across the world. Malbec is now considered the national variety of Argentina and it’s very easy to see, or taste, why. Malbec from Argentina is surging in popularity in the United States, Great Britain and also the Middle East. It is the perfect variety for red meat dishes and BBQ’s, or enjoying on its own. Our Argentine portfolio is bolstered this year by the addition of the fine wines from Achaval Ferrer.

uco Valley

| Argentina

Familia Zuccardi is a family owned company based in Maipú, Mendoza. The company started its operation in 1963 when Alberto Zuccardi planted the ﬁrst vineyard in this area and set the foundation stone for the project. After years of hard work and consolidated growth, Jose Alberto (Alberto’s son) started to explore the export markets and was one of the pioneers in changing the style of Argentine wines and adapting these to the international markets. Zuccardi today owns over 1.000 hectares of vineyards planted in the main producing regions of Mendoza. This extension of land is divided in 3 major valleys: Maipú, where

the main facility is located; Santa Rosa in the east of the province and the uco Valley to the south with 5 vineyards: La Consulta, Vistaﬂores, La Ribera, San pablo and the magniﬁcent ‘Altamira’. It is in this last area precisely where Sebastian Zuccardi (third generation) leads a new and ambitious project exploring terroir wines and developing a new state of the art winery that will start operating in March 2014. This facility will be exclusively for Zuccardi’s high range wines: Q series, Zuccardi Z, Emma, Tito and Alluvional. www.zuccardiwines.com

wHITe Serie A Torrontes | Screw cap

AED

50 | 12020

“Q” Chardonnay

AED

87 | 12022

Serie A Malbec

AED

50 | 12600

Serie A Bonarda

AED

50 | 12021

“Q” Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

87 | 12886

“Q” Tempranillo

AED

87 | 12778

“Q” Malbec

AED

87 | 12023

red

Emma

on trade exclusive |

Zeta Alluvional

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

on trade exclusive |

AED

125 | 12781

AED

175 | 12024

FWL* | 14428

Mendoza

Founded in the early 1990s, Santa Julia is one of the emblematic Argentine wine trade marks, in Argentina and across the globe. Created in honour of the only daughter of José Zuccardi, Santa Julia represents Zuccardis commitment to achieve the highest of

| Argentina

quality standards; developing sustainable policies that contribute to environmental care while being useful to the local community. Santa Julia symbolizes care and respect for the local environment. www.santajulia.com.ar

wHITe Chardonnay | 37.5cl | Screw cap

AED

20 | 12892

Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

32 | 12889

Torrontes | Screw cap

AED

32 | 10671

Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

32 | 10687

AED

32 | 10672

Malbec | 37.5cl | Screw cap | organic

AED

20 | 12891

Malbec | Screw cap | organic

AED

32 | 10673

Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap | organic

AED

32 | 10674

“Reserva” Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

45 | 12888

“Reserva” Malbec

AED

45 | 12887

Magna

AED

70 | 12890

rOSÉ Syrah Rosé | Screw cap | organic

red

Mendoza

| Argentina

Fuzion embodies life in Argentina: Sophistication, history, diversity and culture. The quality of Fuzion begins in the vineyard, where the team search for grapes with the perfect balance of freshness, ripeness and concentration. These come from a selected group

of producers situated in different areas of Mendoza. Fuzion is a wine that brings together Argentina’s rich culture that is a unique expression of the old and new world, a Fuzion. www.fuzionwines.com

wHITe Chenin Blanc - Chardonnay | Screw cap | organic

AED

29 | 11577

“Alta” Torrontes-Pinot Grigio | Screw cap | organic

AED

40 | 12883

Shiraz - Malbec | Screw cap | organic

AED

29 | 11578

Shiraz - Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap | organic

AED

29 | 12885

“Alta” Reserva Malbec | Screw cap | organic

AED

40 | 12884

red

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Mendoza

Founded in 1996 by Vina Concha y Toro, Trivento Bodegas y Vinedos produce the Trivento range of wines under their own label. The company has created an ample portfolio of wines distinguished for preserving the character of the Mendozan terroir. New to the MMI portfolio, our initial selection from the range

| Argentina

comprises several styles of wine, all which have received numerous recognitions at international contests and in wine industry publications. In their short lifespan to date, Trivento has become the most diversely distributed Argentine wine brand in the world. www.trivento.com

wHITe "Mixtus" - Chardonnay-Torrontes | Screw cap

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

28 | 15451

"Reserve" - Torrontes | Screw cap

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

50 | 15455

"Reserve" - Chardonnay

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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50 | 15456

"Mixtus" - Cabernet-Merlot | Screw cap

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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28 | 15448

"Mixtus" - Shiraz-Malbec | Screw cap

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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28 | 15449

"Mixtus" - Merlot-Malbec | Screw cap

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

28 | 15450

"Reserve" - Malbec

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

50 | 15452

"Reserve" - Cabernet Sauvignon

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

50 | 15453

"Reserve" - Syrah

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

50 | 15454

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Luján de Coyo

| Argentina

Viña Cobos’ wines are the result of a dream shared and inspired by the passion of the enologist paul Hobbs, and his two Argentine partners, Andrea Marchiori and Luis Barraud.Viña Cobos’ inaugural harvest was in 1999, year of the ﬁrst Cobos Malbec winemaking. The Felino wines exhibit intense fruit, lively acidity, and smooth, well balanced tannins. The Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec are vibrant and mouth-ﬁlling wines. The Bramare

Appellation wines are produced from a thorough selection of various vineyards located in Lujan de Cuyo and in the uco Valley, and highlight the authentic characteristics from each region. The ﬂagship Cobos wines are produced only in harvests of exceptional quality. Cobos Malbec and Volturno reveal concentration, elegance and, likewise, they are intensely deep and of an exquisite balance. www.vinacobos.com

wHITe Felino Chardonnay | Screw cap

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70 | 13521

Felino Cabernet Sauvignon

on trade exclusive |

AED

70 | 13520

Felino Malbec

on trade exclusive |

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70 | 13519

Bramare “Luyan de Cuyo” Malbec

on trade exclusive |

AED

180 | 12804

Bramare “Luyan de Cuyo” Cabernet Sauvignon

on trade exclusive |

AED

180 | 13523

VD “Rebon Vineyard” Malbec

on trade exclusive |

AED 245

| 13524

Cobos Malbec

on trade exclusive |

AED 920

| 13569

Cobos Volturno

on trade exclusive |

AED

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

950 | 13570

uco Valley

Achaval-Ferrer is a winery of extreme quality, focused on the production of excellent quality red wines, which are of superior character and style, belonging to the great wines of the world. Selecting the best combination of soil, weather and vine stock, in addition to the best wine making process, allows us to discover the soul of the wine. From the careful vineyard management to

| Argentina

the bottling, Achaval Ferrer incorporate technology to enhance the whole process. These are superb wines fit to grace any fine wine selection and are rightly getting noticed by the world’s wine press and aficionados. www.achaval-ferrer.com

red Malbec

on trade exclusive | NEW |

Quimera

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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198 | 1280010

Altamira

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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417 | 12801

Finca Mirador

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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506 | 12803

Bella Vista

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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506 | 12802

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99 | 1279910

Mendoza

| Argentina

Due to its record for quality and innovation, Finca Flichman is one of the most recognized Argentinean wine brands. It was ﬁrst established in 1873 by the visionary pioneer Sami Flichman when he built the winery and planted the ﬁrst vines in the Barrancas,

Maipú area of Mendoza. Finca Flichman now harvests 900 hectares of vines, at up to 700 metres above sea level, that are planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Syrah and Chardonnay. www.ﬂichman.com.ar

wHITe Chardonnay

AED

39 | 9133

Malbec

AED

39 | 8971

Shiraz

AED

39 | 8970

Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

39 | 9135

Merlot

AED

39 | 9134

Reserva Malbec

AED

51 | 9138

Reserva Syrah

AED

51 | 9137

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Salta

Founded in 1831, Bodega Colomé is one of the oldest wineries in Argentina. Located in the upper Calchaquí Valleys in Salta, home to the world’s highest vineyards, sitting between 2300 and 3111 meters above sea level and to the exquisite boutique hotel Estancia Colomé. The breathtaking views and the vast expanses of

| Argentina

untouched terrain make Colomé one of the jewels in the crown of Hess Family Estates, a family-run business made up of 7 wineries across the world. www.bodegacolome.com

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65 | 108436

red Malbec

on trade exclusive |

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115 | 108446

Tunuyan

| Argentina

“CDL 7” is a ﬁne wine from Argentina created, signed and promoted by Michel Rolland, the world-renowned and highly innovative French winemaker. Michel Rolland encountered Argentina in 1988. He was immediately captivated by the country: its atmosphere, the people, the beauty of its landscape, its culture but also its fantastic vine-growing potential. Michel Rolland became very quickly convinced that Argentina offered all the necessary conditions for the production of a truly great wine: - Its location with respect to the Andes makes it possible to juggle with altitude and thus to offset the climate in an essentially sunny

country. With Michel Rolland were 6 other investors and wine enthusiasts , they decided to share the ‘Campo’ of 850 ha divided into 7 plots and to undertake the challenge committed to a unique, innovative concept: Clos de los Siete. Clos de los Siete is the result of the production from those properties whereby everything possible is done to succeed. Each parcel will inevitably bring its own personality, and will come together in the unique blending of the wine, to offer the best expression of this great terroir. www.clos7.com.ar

red Clos de Los Siete

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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140 | E023205-6

Luján de Coyo

Terrazas de los Andes is the number one landowner in Vistalba, the world’s top Malbec district. The winemaking team at Terrazas de los Andes personiﬁes the expression savoir-faire. The ultimate expertise. The kind of knowing that cannot be taught. using their intuition and feeling on a daily basis, they carve out the quality, style and evolution of Terrazas de Los Andes wines and vineyards.

| Argentina

Frenchmen and Argentinians alike united by their craftsmanship and understanding of high-altitude winemaking. Taste what happens when passion and savoir-faire collide. Both are as fundamental to winemaking as the vines themselves. www.terrazasdelosandes.com

wHITe Reserva Chardonnay

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100 | E038604-6

red Cabernet Sauvignon

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70 | E038205-6

Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

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99 | E038503-6

Reserva Malbec

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99 | E038704-6

Afincado Cabernet Sauvignon

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220 | E0389

Afincado Malbec

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260 | E0388

Mendoza

| Argentina

This joint venture between Terrazas de Los Andes and St.-Emilion A-listed Chateau Cheval Blanc has made a strong case for being one of Argentinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top reds. The style of the wine has evolved and now combines the elegance, ďŹ ne tannins and structure of

Cabernet Sauvignon with the Argentina spice and ripeness of oldvine ungrafted Malbec. www.chevaldesandes.com

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

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de Bortoliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beautiful yarra valley estate

CHAPTER III

AUSTRALIA The first years of the new millennium have not been kind to Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wine producers with a succession of droughts and floods then storms of another kind in foreign currency markets making their wines less attractive in export markets. However as the 2013 vintage settles in tank or barrel there is a renewed energy and fresh resolve within an industry where there is so much to be positive about. Australia, it is often said, is not only a country but a continent

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

NEW SOUTH WALES

WESTERN AUSTRALIA VICTORIA TASMANIA

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Australian wine today offers the consumer a dazzling selection of quality focused, family producers turning the best possible grapes into wines which are faithful to their origins.

stretching over vast distances and comprising myriad geologies, landscapes and climates. From the sun soaked irrigation fed upper reaches of the Murray Darling Basin to the wind swept coasts of Tasmania the range of potential terroir is immense. The trend away from giant, industrial and multiregional wine production is clear. Australian wine today offers the consumer a dazzling selection of quality focused, family producers turning the best possible grapes into wines which are faithful to their origins. Our Australian portfolio showcases a range of the best of these producers and, for the first time we

have divided the selection by state. We are delighted to introduce two new producers from two emerging regions; Pipers Brook Vineyard from Tasmania and Plantagenet Wines from Mount Barker. We also welcome Pierro and Kilikanoon to the portfolio following their introduction in the MMI Fine Wine list late in 2012. The quality of our Australian selection is reflected in James Halliday’s 2013 Wine Companion which rates 18 of our 20 producers as 5 Star ‘Outstanding’, and names Kilikanoon his 2013 Winery of the year.

“

It’s about site and season, making wines with detail, texture and minerality, charm and interest. Character and personality in wine comes from the imperfections of nature. de Bortoli Head Winemaker, Steve Webber.

CHAPTER IV

NEW SOUTH WALES, VICTORIA & TASMANIA The three states (excluding ACT) which make up South East Australia span a wide range of climates and landscapes. Northern New South Wales is subtropical while Southern Tasmania is Sub Antarctic. The region’s premium wine producing regions are located in the Riverina area of Southern New South Wales, around the city of Melbourne and on the Northern coastal areas of Tasmania.

NEW SOUTH WALES

VICTORIA TASMANIA

Riverina enjoys a warm climate with winter dominant rainfall. Autumn in Riverina often sees long, dry, warm days interspersed with a sprinkling of showers and heavy morning dew - ideal conditions for producing the botrytis mould which allows World Class dessert wines to be produced. Within Victoria The Yarra Valley is the most important premium wine producing area but the infamously fickle Melbourne weather presents plenty of challenges for winemakers; A characteristic embraced by De Bortoli , Yarra Valley’s Head Winemaker, Steve Webber; “It’s about site and season, making wines

with detail, texture and minerality, charm and interest. Character and personality in wine comes from the imperfections of nature.” Further south still, across the Bass Strait is the beautiful and wild island of Tasmania. Here the ripening of Australia’s signature Shiraz and Grenache is not feasible. Instead the loamy, limestone soils and cool climate offer winemakers the tantalizing opportunity to make World Class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The superb Piper’s Brook Pinot Noir is evidence of this.

Riverina & Yarra Valley

| New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania

At De Bortoli, the mantra that “ it’s harder to do nothing” prevails. “It’s about nurturing the ﬁnest sites, ﬁnding the parts of the vineyard that are pulling down the real quality of the blend. That

comes down to understanding the soil you’re cultivating.” The result? Delicate wines that speak of a place, rather than a process. www.debortoli.com.au

SpArklIng dB Family Selection Sparkling

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35 | 11944

dB Family Selection Pinot Grigio | Screw cap

AED

35 | 11888

dB Family Selection Semillon-Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

35 | 9856

Deen Vat 2 Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

58 | 98596

wHITe

Windy Peak Unoaked Chardonnay | Screw cap

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68 | 15320

Windy Peak Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon | Screw cap

NEW |

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68 | 15321

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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90 | 15322

Gulf Station Chardonnay | Screw cap

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95 | 106246

Gulf Station Pinot Grigio | Screw cap

AED

95 | 106256

La Boheme ‘Act Three’ Pinot Gris & Friends | Screw cap

Yarra Valley Estate Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

200 | 12622

Yarra Valley Estate Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

200 | 12620

rOSÉ dB Family Selection Rosé | Screw cap La Boheme ‘Act Two’ Dry Pinot Rosé | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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35 | 11906

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90 | 15323

Riverina & Yarra Valley

| New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania

red dB Family Selection Shiraz-Cabernet | Screw cap

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35 | 9857

dB Family Selection Cabernet-Merlot | Screw cap

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35 | 9858

Deen Vat 1 Petite Sirah | Screw cap

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58 | 98606

Windy Peak Pinot Noir | Screw cap

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75 | 98616

Gulf Station Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

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100 | 106266

Yarra Valley Pinot Noir | Screw cap

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230 | 12621

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135 | 9863

deSSerT Noble One, Botrytis Semillon | 37.5cl

Established by Moet & Chandon, this is one of the most important wine facilities in the Yarra Valley. The grandest champagne house of them all recognizes the quality of traditonal method sparkling wine made possible in this cool climate. The excellent value

sparkling wine under the Domaine Chandon label shows a full understanding of what terroir can bring. www.chandon.com

SpArklIng Chandon Brut

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110 | 74576

Murray-Darling & Geelong

| New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania

Littore Family Wines is a 100% family owned enterprise and family values suffuse everything from viticulture to winemaking. The winemaking philosophy is one of precision and passion. Their dedicated wine-making team takes pride in delivering wines that

are made with the consumer in mind, working closely with the trade to develop wines that are both modern and relevant. www.littorewines.com.au

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32 | 87516

Jindalee Chardonnay | Screw cap

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32 | 87526

Jindalee Pinot Grigio | Screw cap

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32 | 98936

Jindalee Shiraz | Screw cap

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32 | 87536

Jindalee Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

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34 | 98946

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Murray-Darling

| New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania

[yellow tail] is everything a great wine should be; fresh, vibrant, full of ﬂavour and bursting with personality. The ﬁnest fruit from the major wine regions in Australia are sourced and transformed into high-quality, consistent, approachable wines that are perfect for a variety of occasions. The brand is based on the belief that great wine should be great fun too, without the pretentiousness

associated with complicated wine rules. Its worldwide success is an unprecedented phenomenon in the global wine industry. As one of Australia’s most successful exports, more than two and a half million glasses of [yellow tail] are enjoyed around the world each day. www.casellawines.com

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[yellow tail] Bubbles Rosé

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44 | 12008

[yellow tail] Chardonnay | Screw cap

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42 | 8721

[yellow tail] Pinot Grigio | Screw cap

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42 | 9813

[yellow tail] Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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42 | 14267

[yellow tail] Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

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42 | 8723

[yellow tail] Shiraz | Screw cap

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42 | 8722

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Geelong

| New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania

Established in 1982, Scotchmans Hill has become a producer of some of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most complex, elegant and consistent wines. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, pinot Noir and Semillon are produced

on the fertile volcanic soils of Mount Bellarine, south of the city of Melbourne on the Bellarine peninsula. www.scotchmans.com.au

wHITe Swan Bay Sauvignon Blanc- Semillon | Screw cap Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED AED

77 | 7299

120 | 6930

red Swan Bay Pinot Noir | Screw cap Pinot Noir | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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85 | 917304

128 | 6931

Tasmania

| New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania

Established in 1974, pipers Brook Vineyard is a pioneer and leader in the Tasmanian wine industry. pipers Brook wines are entirely estate grown and bottled, and take advantage of timehonoured, traditional methods as well as advanced oenological developments. This approach allows the utmost integrity of the

product throughout the entire process. An uncompromising stance in regards to site selection, and a meticulous approach to viticulture and winemaking create wines which are a distinctive reďŹ&#x201A;ection of both the vineyard and region of origin. www.kreglingerwineestates.com

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151 | 15324

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183 | 15325

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Early morning DEW in a clare valley vineyard

CHAPTER V

SOUTH AUSTRALIA The heartland of Australian Wine and the birth place of many of its iconic producers and wines. Although there are isolated pockets of wine production in the far south of the state the majority are concentrated in a band running along the Mt Lofty ranges from the South of Adelaide at McLaren Vale, through the Adelaide Hills, North to Barossa and then up to the Clare Valley.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

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The undulating topography and convergence of air from the hot, continental interior and frigid ocean offer up a variety of micro climates, which when overlain by soil types provide winemakers with a vast palette to choose from.

The undulating topography and convergence of air from the hot, continental interior and frigid Ocean offer up a variety of micro climates, which when overlain by dozens of distinct soil types and underlying geologies provide winemakers with a vast palette to choose from. Low lying areas with sandy soils are perfectly suited to Grenache and the dry grown, gnarly old vine Grenache in the McLaren Vale produces wines unlike anywhere else on earth – try the sensational Custodian Grenache from d’Arenberg as a surprisingly affordable example. At higher elevations in the Adelaide Hills Chardonnay works well and Shaw and Smith produce an outstanding

Sauvignon Blanc. At the higher elevations of the Eden and Clare Valleys, Reisling excels, Australian Shiraz arguably reaches its pinnacle in the Barossa Valley, a region which may well have fallen into obscurity had it not been for the courage and tenacity of Peter Lehmann, who in starting his own company over thirty years ago saved the valley’s industry. His passing at the age of 82 earlier this year was mourned around the world of wine. His wine company continues to go to strength to strength with bench mark Barossa Shiraz and a range of approachable wines including a fantastic fresh, off dry and low alcohol Moscato.

Barossa Valley

| South Australia

Located in the heart of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Barossa wine region, St Hallett winery has been producing ďŹ ne wines since it was established in 1944. All the fruit used in every bottle of St Hallett wine is grown in the Barossa and over the years they have cultivated fantastic

relationships with the best growers (40+ currently) around the Barossa and Eden Valleys to ensure access to the very best fruit each year. Some of that fruit comes from vines over 100 years old. www.sthallett.com.au

wHITe Poachers Semillon-Sauvignon | Screw cap

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52 | 11907

Gamekeepers Shiraz | Screw cap

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52 | 11908

Gamekeepers Shiraz-Cabernet | Screw cap

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52 | 11909

Faith Shiraz | Screw cap

AED

99 | 11910

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Old Block Shiraz | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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270 | 11911

Barossa Valley

“Few people become legends in their own lifetime. peter Lehmann is one.” James Halliday. With the very recent sad passing of peter Lehmann, it’s safe to say that his legendary status will grow and deservedly so. After just three decades peter Lehmann Wines are privileged to be

| South Australia

considered among the world’s best. A team with a blend of youth and experience led by one of the world’s most respected winemakers, Andrew Wigan, produce a superb range of wines from over 700 hand tended vineyards from all 14 sub regions of the Barossa. www.peterlehmannwines.com

wHITe Weighbridge Chardonnay | 37.5cl

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36 | 12143

Weighbridge Chardonnay

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48 | 89126

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56 | 15192

Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

57 | 89156

Eden Valley Riesling | Screw cap

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75 | 89146

Weighbridge Cabernet Merlot | 37.5cl

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36 | 12144

Weighbridge Shiraz | Screw cap

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48 | 89166

Shiraz-Grenache | Screw cap

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57 | 8917

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75 | 8918

Barossa Valley Shiraz | Screw cap

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85 | 89206

Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

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85 | 8919

| Screw cap

Moscato | Screw cap

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Clancy’s Cabernet - Merlot - Shiraz | Screw cap

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The Futures Shiraz

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115 | 89216

Mentor

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190 | 89226

Stonewell Shiraz

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300 | 89236

Barossa Valley

| South Australia

Turkey Flat is a family owned and operated winery based in the heart of the Barossa Valley. The winery takes its name from the large ﬂocks of native bush turkeys (Australian Bustards) found on the Bethany Estate at the time of settlement in the late 1840’s. Turkey Flat’s wines speak sensitively of their origin, not just of ‘the Barossa’ but of each of the three very different sub-regions their vineyards are situated in. A great deal of research has been

undertaken to manage vine vigour, controlling shoot growth as well as shoot and bunch thinning in order to reduce yields. The wines presented here are perfect expressions of how well Rhone varietals can work in the Barossa, and the now iconic Turkey Flat Rosé exhibits the outstanding quality strived for by the winery. www.turkeyﬂat.com.au

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80 | E057904-6

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77 | 98926

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92 | E058104-6

rOSÉ Rosé | Screw cap

red Butchers Block Red | Screw cap Mourvedre | Screw cap

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140 | 12336

Shiraz | Screw cap

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199 | 12337

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135 | 12338

FOrTIFIed Pedro Ximenez | 37.5cl

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Barossa Valley

one of Australia’s leading wineries, Torbreck Vintners was founded by David powell in 1994. He affectionately named his winery “Torbreck” after a forest in Scotland where he worked as a lumberjack. Torbreck produces wines exclusively from the most revered vineyards in the Barossa Valley, home to some of the oldest vines and clonal material in the world, thanks to its freedom from phylloxera. Red wines are produced from the classic Barossa

| South Australia

varieties: Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro, using manual, traditional methods and are complemented by white wines produced from Semillon, Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne. Since the beginning, the wines have been praised effusively by the world’s leading wine critics, journalists and opinion leaders and are represented on the lists of the world’s best restaurants. www.torbreck.com

wHITe Woodcutters Semillon | Screw cap

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110 | E0294

Woodcutters Shiraz | Screw cap

AED

120 | E0295

Juveniles Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre | Screw cap

AED

140 | 10703

The Struie Shiraz

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280 | E0297

AED

661 | 1353407

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720 | 107946

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The Factor Shiraz

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The Descendant Shiraz Viognier Runrig Shiraz Viognier The Laird Shiraz

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1444 | E029804

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3222 | 1353306

Adelaide Hills

| South Australia

Shaw + Smith began over a long lunch in 1989 when cousins Martin Shaw and Michael Hill Smith decided to realise a long held dream to make wine together. They specialise in exciting and reﬁned styles, from varieties that perform particularly well in the cool-climate Adelaide Hills, namely Sauvignon Blanc, M3 Chardonnay, pinot Noir and Shiraz. Their Sauvignon Blanc is widely

recognised as the ﬁnest produced in Australia, a beautifully elegant wine, balancing exotic fruit richness with a racy acidity. Michael and Martin have recently acquired the superb Tolpuddle Vineyard in the Coal River area of Tasmania….watch this space. www.shawandsmith.com

wHITe Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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100 | 9516

M3 Chardonnay | Screw cap

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155 | 91186

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155 | 103456

red Shiraz | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Adelaide Hills

petaluma is built upon the old-world belief of planting the right varieties for the individual vineyards in a speciﬁc wine region. The wines of petaluma are a singular exploration of this founding belief. Winemaker Andrew Hardy has a strong conviction of the merit and lineage of wines created from one provenance. True to the philosophy Andrew sees petaluma’s role as ‘custodians of the vineyards.’ With intuitive handling from the ﬁrst hand pick in the

| South Australia

vineyard, the petaluma, team adhere to meticulous winemaking standards while responding to what the vintage offers up. No predetermined formula: just over 30 years of experience, thoughtful winemaking and a deep understanding of petaluma’s great vineyards in the Adelaide Hills, Coonawarra and Clare Valley. www.petaluma.com.au

SpArklIng Croser NV

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140 | 13161

Croser Vintage 2008

AED

170 | 13162

wHITe Hanlin Hill Riesling | Screw cap

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Piccadilly Valley Chardonnay | Screw cap Tiers Vineyard Chardonnay | Screw cap

on trade exclusive |

95 | 13158

AED

150 | 13159

AED

550 | 13288

AED

250 | 13160

red Coonawarra Red | Screw cap

Adelaide Hills & Wrattonbully

| South Australia

Tapanappa (roughly translating from the local indigenous language to ‘stick to the path’) is a partnership between three great wine making families, spanning the old and New World; The Croser family, founders of petaluma, Bollinger (no introduction needed), and the Cazes (owners of Chateau Lynch-Bages). Their goal remains the same now as it was at the inception of Tapanappa

over ten years ago – to produce truly outstanding single vineyard wines from extraordinary sites in South Australia. one is hard pushed to ﬁnd ﬁner expressions of terroir than the Tiers Vineyard Chardonnay and the Whalebone Vineyard Cabernet-Shiraz. www.tapanappawines.com.au

wHITe Tiers Vineyard Chardonnay

AED

299 | 103416

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285 | E0620

red Whalebone Cabernet-Shiraz

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

McLaren Vale

When fourth generation, d’Arenberg custodian, Chester osborn took over principal winemaking responsibilities in 1984, modernity was king in the world of winemaking. However his experiences whilst travelling through the leading wine regions of Europe moulded the technical skills gained at Roseworthy and, aligned with an undeniable vision and no shortage of talent Chester was driven to wind back the clock at d’Arenberg and revert to practises

| South Australia

which would not have been alien to his great grandfather almost a century ago. D’Arenberg is all about minimal intervention in both vineyard and winery; zero cultivation, minimal irrigation, gentle vinification, basket pressing and reds foot trod and neither filtered nor fined. The wines are, as a consequence, uniquely brilliant with purity of fruit, minerality and balance their hallmark. www.darenberg.com.au

wHITe The Stump Jump White | Screw cap

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47 | 7614

The Hermit Crab Viognier-Marsanne | Screw cap

AED

63 | 8756

The Olive Grove Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

64 | 7616

The Stump Jump Red | Screw cap

AED

47 | 7615

The Custodian Grenache | Screw cap

AED

79 | 8757

The Footbolt Shiraz | Screw cap

AED

79 | 7617

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The Laughing Magpie Shiraz-Viognier | Screw cap

AED

105 | 78926

The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

210 | 78946

The Ironstone Pressings Grenache-Shiraz-Mourvedre

AED

210 | 78956

The Dead Arm Shiraz

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215 | 85276

Clare Valley

| South Australia

Winemaker Kevin Mitchell purchased the Kilikanoon property in the heart of South Australia’s picturesque Clare Valley in 1997 with a vision of creating his own brand. His father Mort Mitchell has been a defining influence, having planted and lovingly tended for decades Kilikanoon’s Golden Hillside suite of contiguous vineyards, including the famed Mort’s Block, home to Kilikanoon flagship wines like oracle Shiraz and Mort’s Block Riesling. In their short

history Kilikanoon has quickly garnered accolades from around the World. Robert parker recently described the property in rapturous tones; ‘This is one of the most brilliantly run wineries in Australia’. In 2013 Kilikanoon was named ‘Winery of the Year’ in James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion. www.kilikanoon.com.au

wHITe Mort’s Block Riesling | Screw cap

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115 | 13195

red Killerman’s Run Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

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AED

95 | 10064

Killerman’s Run Shiraz | Screw cap

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AED

95 | 13194

Blocks Road Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

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150 | 1319209

Covenant Shiraz | Screw cap

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211 | 1319109

Oracle Shiraz | Screw cap

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332 | 1319009

Attunga 1865 Shiraz

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995 | 1318909

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Senior Winemaker at cape mentelle, robert mann

CHAPTER VI

WESTERN AUSTRALIA The history of South Australia and the wine producing regions of Victoria can be traced back over 150 years; still young by European standards but still sufficient to have spawned a number of wine dynasties. Western Australia is virtually virgin territory by comparison. The first vines were planted in Margaret River in the late 1960s. It is hard to believe that in such a short time these vineyards have gained such widespread esteem. Margaret River is a very special place, a tongue of

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One of the best, Plantagenet is a new addition to the portfolio this year. Their Pinot Noir is a contender for the best wine of this variety under AED 100 in the entire range.

land jutting out from the continent where the Indian Ocean meets the South Ocean. Surrounded on three sides with free draining, alluvial soils, Margaret River produces World Class Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. David Hohnen, founder of Cape Mentelle (and later Cloudy Bay) was one of the pioneers and the wines of this estate remain among the very best. Chardonnay seems to reach levels unsurpassed anywhere else in Australia. Pierroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is absolutely outstanding but

Peccavi, Stella Bella and Howard Park also make a mean Chardonnay. Further East along the Southern coast we reach Great Southern and Mount Barker, wine regions discovered even more recently. The clay, limestone soils here are ideally suited to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and a number of producers are now doing great things in this most remote of wine producing regions. One of the best, Plantagenet is a new addition to the portfolio this year. Their Pinot Noir is a contender for the best wine of this variety under AED 100 in the entire range.

Margaret River

| Western Australia

Cape Mentelle was founded by legendary Cloudy Bay innovator David Hohnen and his two brothers Gilles and Mark in 1970 just two years after the ﬁrst vines were planted in what is today recognized as one of the New World’s best premium wine producing regions, Margaret River. Cape Mentelle has remained at the forefront of Margaret River’s rise to prominence. The estate now comprises over 150 hectares of vineyard and

produces wines of complexity and depth but always with a vibrancy and freshness which recall the stunning coastal sites on which the grapes are harvested. The Cabernet is one of Australia’s ﬁnest and its pedigree well known but the SemillonSauvignon and Shiraz are equally impressive. www.capementelle.com.au

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Shiraz | Screw cap

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Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Margaret River

Stella Bella is a small boutique wine producer located in Margaret River. This young, innovative and creative winery was founded by Janice McDonald and Stuart pym (who remains chief winemaker) in 1996. over the last 17 years Stella Bella has earned a reputation

| Western Australia

as one of Margaret Riverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best producers, challenging more established wineries with exciting wines which always over deliver against price. www.stellabella.com.au

wHITe Skuttlebutt Sauvignon Blanc - Semillon | Screw cap

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65 | 10421

Stella Bella Semillon Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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80 | 10419

Stella Bella Chardonnay | Screw cap

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99 | 10418

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70 | 10422

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Margaret River

| Western Australia

pierro is a new addition to MMI’s portfolio and a gem of a winery. Founded in the early 1980s by one of Margaret River’s founding winemaker doctors, Michael peterkin. The rocky, sloping Willyabrup site he purchased in 1979 was considered by many as too infertile to produce wine. Almost 25 years of producing truly

outstanding wines and gaining a reputation as one of Australia’s best boutique wineries have proven his doubters wrong. His Chardonnay is as good as any in Australia; a tense, mineral balance of restrained fruit and savoury oak. www.pierro.com.au

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| 13531

Chardonnay | Screw cap

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| 13530

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| 13532

red LTcF Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Margaret River

peccavi is a small family vineyard from Margaret River, and has been rated the best new winery by two of the most inﬂuential Australian wine critics. Current vintages boast gold medals in the Decanter wine awards, two of Jeremy oliver’s top ten Australian wines and 5 stars from Halliday. peccavi’s uncompromising approach to all aspects of viticulture and winemaking is already making waves yet the story has only begun. peccavi Wines are

| Western Australia

100% single vineyard, estate grown and hand picked. peccavi Chardonnay is 100% Gin Gin clone, all the barrels are ﬁne French oak sourced from the forests of Allier & Vosges and after extensive soil mapping peccavi is four years into a twelve year plan to bring the most sought after clones to Western Australia. www.peccavi-wines.com

wHITe No Regrets Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon

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195 | 13585

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115 | 13584

Cabernet Sauvignon

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195 | 13586

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Margaret River and Great Southern

| Western Australia

This vibrant family run business is imbued with passion, joie-devivre, and a genuine love for all things vinous, making them today one of WA’s most admired and respected producers. Howard park’s philosophy is that premium wine can only come from excellent fruit. Simply, they go to wherever the fruit grows best and have become renowned for producing profound wines which deliver a classic ﬂavour and presence of regionality in their multi-region wines. The MadFish story begins in the far southern reaches of

Western Australia where 15 kilometres from the quiet coastal town of Denmark is the picturesque MadFish Bay. According to local folklore, the bay’s tranquillity is broken when two tides meet, resulting in schools of small ﬁsh going mad. MadFish are wines with an emphasis on enjoyment and drinkability and are noted for their pure, fresh and clean characteristics in which the ﬂavour of the fruit is the primary character. www.burchfamilywines.com.au

wHITe Howard Park Riesling | Screw cap

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95 | 8908

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160 | 8909

Howard Park Leston Shiraz | Screw cap

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140 | 89106

Howard Park Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

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300 | 89116

Howard Park Chardonnay | Screw cap

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75 | 8904

MadFish Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon | Screw cap

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80 | 8905

MadFish Shiraz | Screw cap

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75 | 8906

MadFish Cabernet-Merlot | Screw cap

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80 | 890712

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Mount Barker

A new addition to the Western Australian portfolio, the plantagenet winery was founded in the late ‘60s by British visionary Tony Smith, who found his way to the Mt Barker region, 5 hours south of perth in Western Australia. Tony was drawn to the region’s cooler climate and ancient free draining soils, and later went on to establish the Great Southern region. Tony Smith is one of the Australia’s true wine pioneers, noted especially for the cool climate style that is so fashionable today. The region is unique for its cooler growing climate, in particular the combination of warm days yet very cool nights due to the inﬂuence of the

| Western Australia

Southern ocean. plantagenet’s vineyards beneﬁt from a brilliant vineyard team with experience in their estate vineyards, some of which are over 40 years old. The winemaking approach under Cath oates is focused on preserving fruit ﬂavours through minimal intervention, letting the regional style and vineyards shine through. This meticulous approach to quality combined with the added complexity gained from their mature vineyards makes plantagenet stand out as a world class producer. www.plantagenetwines.com

wHITe Samson’s Range Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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51 | 15187

Lioness Chardonnay | Screw cap

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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78 | 15189

Samson’s Range Shiraz | Screw cap

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51 | 15186

Lioness Pinot Noir | Screw cap

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78 | 15188

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In soil terms Chile is not long but wide - Chile has greater soil diversity and climatic difference from east to west than from north to south.

CHAPTER VII

CHILE The essence of any truly world-class wine lies in the vine. The best wines are result of a combination of the correct variety, planted in the right area, and managed in the vineyard with a view to extracting the ultimate varietal character. So how is it that year after year, Chile produces some of the world’s purest expressions of varietal fruit? The following 5 key factors help to explain why… The influence of sea currents- The Humboldt Current is a cold ocean current that flows 1,000 km along the

Aconcagua Valley Maipo Valley Colchagua Valeey Curico Valley

Eduardo Chadwick & Robert Mondavi - Sena

western coast of South America. It has a considerable cooling influence on Chile’s climate and is responsible for the aridity in the north. Marine air is cooled by the current and thus is not conductive to generating rain. Chile’s unique geography - During the day, sea breezes carried by the cold Humboldt Current penetrate inland. During the night, cold air descends from snow-covered peaks of the Andes. Ideal Mediterranean climate - Warm days, cool nights, rainy winters, warm summers, low atmospheric humidity, and broad daily temperature differentials. A long growing season with scant rains during harvest, a fair climate and bright sunshine combine to create high levels of antioxidants and flavanols in the grapes.

In soil terms Chile is not long but wide - Chile has greater soil diversity and climatic difference from east to west than from north to south. Organics & Sustainability - Natural barriers maintain healthy conditions and protect against pests and diseases. Extraordinary healthy vineyards allow organics & sustainability to come naturally in this “Garden of Eden”. Chile has some of the largest organic vineyards in the world. When you combine this bounty of natural elements with the skills and experience of the great wineries MMI partner with, it’s easy to see why our Chilean range of wines is in constant demand by consumers.

Chile

In Concha y Toro, they believe that great wines are a reﬂection of their origin. Their character and quality are born on the vine so they work with dedication and respect to attain the maximum expression of the land.over time, Concha y Toro has identiﬁed and developed a broad diversity of terroirs in order to create unique wines that express their place of origin. They have today over 9,513 hectares of vines in the principal grape-growing valleys of Chile and Argentina (including subsidiary company wineries) that offer a wide variety of topographies, soils and micro-climates. And

following the purchase of Fetzer Vineyards (March 2011), Concha y Toro has added 429 hectares of own and leased vineyards in Mendocino County, California, united States. For the third consecutive year, Concha y Toro is recognized as the “The Most Admired Wine Brand in the World” by Drinks International, which is concrete proof of the strong image that the company and the brand have forged in the international wine industry. www.conchaytoro.com

wHITe Terrunyo Sauvignon Blanc, Triangulo Vineyard, Casablanca Valley | Screw cap

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Amelia Chardonnay, Central Valley

99 | 12877

AED

155 | 72326

AED

155 | 12878

AED

155 | 13651

Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon, Maipo Valley

AED

345 | 72316

Gravas del Maipo Syrah, Maipo Valley

AED

585 | 12881

Carmin de Peumo Carmenère, DO Peumo, Rapel Valle

AED

675 | 108376

red Terrunyo Block 27 Carmenère, Peumo Vineyard, Rapel Valley Terrunyo Block 27 Cabernet Sauvignon, Peumo Vineyard, Rapel Valley

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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Colchagua Valley

The majestic Andes Mountains are the backbone of South America and Chile’s most distinctive topographical feature. Melt water from the highest peaks rushes down in short but torrential rivers that empty into the paciﬁc ocean. The river shaves sculpted out basins and valleys along their west ward route to the sea, creating virtual corridors that allow ocean breezes to penetrate deep into the interior and cool the vineyards planted along their banks. The search for grapes that would make fresher wines led to the exploration of the areas close to the river banks in Chile’s most important wine valleys. A daily cycle of maritime breezes along the

| Chile

riverbanks—corridors formed by the rivers millions of years ago— cools and naturally ventilates the vineyards during the daytime, when vine growth is most active. The cool temperatures allow the fruit to ripen much more slowly and harmoniously and result in more complex, concentrated, and elegant ﬂavors and aromas— similar to the process of “slowcooking.” This is how Serie Riberas Gran Reserva is born; it includes wines from the banks of the Rapel, Cachapoal, Tinguiririca, Loncomilla, and Maule Rivers. www.granreservaconchaytoro.com

wHITe Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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67 | 15265

Gran Reserva Chardonnay

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

67 | 15264

Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

67 | 15267

Gran Reserva Syrah

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

67 | 15266

Gran Reserva Merlot

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67 | 15268

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Its classical style expresses the character, nobility and concentration of the grapes which have had a long history in Chile. prize-winners year by year, it has been ranked three times in the prestigious

ranking of the Top 100 Wines of the Year, by Wine Spectator. www.marquesdecasaconcha.com

wHITe Chardonnay, Limari Valley

AED

70 | 12525

AED

70 | 15263

Cabernet Sauvignon, Puento Alto Vineyard, Maipo Valley

AED

73 | 7222

Merlot, Peumo Vineyard, Rapel Valley

AED

73 | 7223

Syrah, Quinta de Maipo Vineyard, Maipo Valley

AED

73 | 9899

Sauvignon Blanc, Limari Valley | Screw cap

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Chile

“At Concha y Toro (it’s winery), the best wine bottles were kept in a locked cellar... When some of those bottles got stolen, probably by local workers, Don Melchor (the owner) spread a rumor that his cellar was kept by the Devil. This legends went on for years, so when that wonderful secret wine was actually discovered, they named it “Casillero del Diablo”. The beautiful vineyards of

Casillero del Diablo are home to some of the ﬁnest wines in the world. But few outsiders know the dark secret that lies beneath them. For the locals say that in the depths of the cellar lives the Devil himself. A tale so infamous, they named the wine Casillero del Diablo, the Devil’s Cellar. www.casillerodeldiablo.com

SpArklIng Brut Chardonnay, Casablanca Valley

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40 | 15270

Reserva Chardonnay, Casablanca Valley | 37.5cl | Screw cap

AED

23 | 792724

Reserva Chardonnay, Casablanca Valley | Screw cap

AED

40 | 7234

Reserva Sauvignon Blanc, Casablanca Valley | Screw cap

AED

40 | 12520

Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Valley | 37.5cl | Screw cap

AED

23 | 792624

Reserva Merlot, Rapel Valley | Screw cap

AED

40 | 7233

Reserva Carmenère, Central Valley | Screw cap

AED

40 | 12880

Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Valley | Screw cap

AED 40

Reserva Pinot Noir, Casablanca and Rapel Valley | Screw cap

AED

40 | 12879

Reserva Shiraz, Rapel Valley | Screw cap

AED

40 | 9898

AED

35 | 13250

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deSSerT Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc, Central Valley | 37.5cl | Screw cap

Chile

Concha y Toro’s Sunrise has an extensive portfolio of fresh and fruity wines that are easy to drink and enjoy, these wines truly are Sunshine in a glass. Concha y Toro’s Sunrise vineyards receive an average of 300 days of sun per year, allowing the grapes to reach exceptional ripeness, thus obtaining a deep and uniquely

characterful wine. The diverse range is suitable for any occasion, especially social events, cookouts and family gatherings. Sunrise toasts those who want to reach the heights of the sun. www.sunrise-wine.com

wHITe Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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34 | 7228

Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

34 | 7227

AED

34 | 9897

Merlot Screw cap

AED

34 | 7225

Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

AED

34 | 7224

Shiraz | Screw cap

AED

34 | 7235

Carmenère | Screw cap

AED

34 | 9896

rOSÉ Rosé | Screw cap

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Chile

Quite simply the bestselling Chilean wine brand in the world, with global distribution in more than 120 countries. Frontera wines come from vineyards protected by four natural frontiers. - North: The arid Atacama Desert - West: The vast paciďŹ c ocean - East: The imposing Andes Mountains

- South: The impressive Glaciers. Frontera is young wine by deďŹ nition, distinctive fruit expressions belonging to this wine. It is easy to drink, close and generous. Ideal to share and an excellent wine to be enjoyed every day. www.fronterawines.com

wHITe Chardonnay | 18.75cl | Screw cap

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13 | 842224

Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

28 | 14843

Moscato | Screw cap

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

28 | 14844

Chardonnay | Screw cap

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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28 | 8494

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13 | 842324

Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

28 | 8495

Merlot | Screw cap

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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28 | 14842

red Merlot | 18.75cl | Screw cap

Curico Valley

| Chile

In 1879, Mr. Alberto Valdivieso founded “Champagne Alberto Valdivieso S.A.”, the ﬁrst sparkling wine house in Chile and South America. Since then, Valdivieso has been the most important sparkling wine brand in Chile, with over a 60% market share and the distinction of being one of Chile’s most prestigious brands. In the early 1980’s, based on the reputation and experience achieved throughout the production of sparkling wines and complemented with a new strive and a vigorous entrepreneurial vision, Viña Valdivieso revamped the still wines production, achieving in a short time outstanding results, awards, consumers preference and brand development. Viña

Valdivieso is the outcome of a project of ﬁne wines with high quality standards. The project is supported on two strong principles: a constant quest for excellence, and to produce different and attractive wines through a careful selection of different grape varieties and the best terroirs for each variety. The different grape’s origin allows us to capture their distinct seal, and to obtain best of every grape variety. In the cellar, our work is to reveal the quality of those grapes in each bottle, and this takes the best techniques, the most efﬁcient technologies and an appropriate use of them. www.valdiviesovineyard.com

SpArklIng Charmat Brut

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32 | 101676

Charmat Brut Rosé

AED

36 | 101686

Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

39 | E021406-6

Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

39 | E0215

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39 | E0216

Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

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39 | E021705-6

Merlot | Screw cap

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39 | E0218

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rOSÉ Cabernet Rosé | Screw cap red

Caballo Loco prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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165 | E022407

Curico Valley

In 1979, the Torres family acquired a small winery in Curic”, in the Chilean central valley, as the ﬁrst foreign company to back Chilean vineyard production located in a unique magical landscape, at the feet of the Andes volcanoes. Today, after almost thirty years,

| Chile

those 100 hectares acquired then have turned into 445 hectares of vineyards owned by the company itself. www.torreschile.com

wHITe Santa Digna Chardonnay

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48 | 9158

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44 | 95026

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48 | 9501

rOSÉ Santa Digna Cabernet Rosé

red Santa Digna Cabernet Sauvignon

Curico Valley

| Chile

Viña Aresti is located in Molina, in the Curico valley, 200 km south of Santiago in the central zone of Chile. In this place afternoons are warm and nights are cold during the ripening of the grape, which results in a much healthier fruit, with great colour, perfect acidity, ﬂavor, structure and varietal characters. Slowly, and to

complement the production of original estate of Bellavista, the vineyard has added new land close to Río Claro, Micaela, peñaﬂor and Favorita, all of which add up to 1.000 acres and a potential number of 2.200 acres to be sowed. www.arestichile.cl

wHITe Sauvignon Blanc

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39 | 15155

Chardonnay

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39 | 15156

Cabernet Sauvignon

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AED

39 | 15157

Merlot

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39 | 15158

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Colchagua Valley

Bisquertt is a family-owned Company and is currently one of the most prestigious Chilean wineries. Its vineyards are located in the famous Colchagua Valley, considered today as one of the best wine regions in the world for the production of premium wines. Viña Bisquertt was founded in 1978 by Mr. osvaldo Bisquertt, considered a pioneer in Colchagua. Today the winery is 100% managed by the

| Chile

Bisquertt family and the wines are produced by a team of expert winemakers led by Joana pereira, who is devoted to producing fresh, well-balanced and elegant wines that truly reﬂects the Colchagua terroir. Bisquertt wines are estate grown and have been highly awarded in the most sophisticated markets in the world. www.bisquertt.cl

wHITe La Joya Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc

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58 | 15257

La Joya Gran Reserva Merlot

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58 | 15258

La Joya Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

58 | 15259

La Joya Gran Reserva Carmenère

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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58 | 15260

Q Clay

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150 | 15261

Tralca

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340 | 15262

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Aconcagua Valley

| Chile

Errázuriz’s philosophy is best expressed by Don Maximiano, founder of Viña Errázuriz, who said, “From the best land, the best wine.” As an estate winery, Viña Errázuriz strives to produce the ﬁnest wines by controlling every stage of the winemaking process, from grape growing in the Aconcagua, Casablanca and Curic” valleys, to winemaking with the most natural techniques. An emphasis is placed on the delicate handling of the wines, with the aim of producing wines with elegance and complexity. It is his dynamism and passion for wine that has made Errázuriz such an

internationally respected producer of quality wines. Viña Errázuriz believes it is essential to educate about Chile and to present its wines on the world stage in the company of the best there is. That is why the Berlin Tasting took place, presenting Chile’s ‘terroir’ in comparison with those of Bordeaux and Tuscany and then to show their best wines against the best from those regions and the results were spectacular. www.errazuriz.cl

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Wild Ferment Chardonnay, Casablanca Valley | Screw cap

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50 | 98426

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80 | 97916

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90 | 98436

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55 | 5892

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80 | 97926

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95 | 98446

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Don Maximiano Founder’s Reserve, Aconcagua Valley

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295 | 83316

Kai Carmenère, Aconcagua Valley

AED

575 | 13126

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Colchagua Valley

MontGras is a progressive and sustainable Chilean winery focused on producing great tasting wines with passion and skill, to reﬂect their unique terroir. Since its foundation in 1993, a dedicated team has been committed to develop and produce great tasting MontGras wines that are enjoyed by millions worldwide. The talented Santiago Margozzini is the winemaker in charge of

| Chile

creating these truly “gustoso” (tasty) wines that are above all, easy to drink. Elegant with emphasis on soft tannins and ripe fruit in the reds and more aromatic qualities in the whites, they offer fantastic value and wines for all occasions. Enjoy the taste of these celebrated MontGras wines and the “gustoso” way of life! www.montgras.cl

wHITe Estate Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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42 | 7542

Estate Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

42 | 7540

Limited Edition Viognier | Screw cap

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63 | 7566

Estate Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

AED

42 | 7539

Estate Merlot | Screw cap

AED

42 | 7541

Carmenère Reserva

AED

50 | 7538

Reserva Quatro

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59 | 7536

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Estate Ninquen

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135 | 75676

Colchagua Valley

| Chile

Caliterra was founded in 1996 as part of the Chilean wine industry’s ﬁrst joint venture between Robert Mondavi and Viña Errázuriz. Together, Eduardo Chadwick and Robert Mondavi, shared the dream of producing wines of the highest quality and environmentally friendly. They were visionaries to identify the potential of the Colchagua Valley, the valley in which Caliterra is located. Combining the unique terroir of the Colchagua Valley,

precision agriculture and environmental protection practices, Caliterra aims to be the # 1 Chilean sustainable Winery, leading the consumers preferences in the premium wine segment, working in a culture of continuous innovation to produce the best sustainable wine of Chile. www.caliterra.cl

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42 | 36286RS

Sauvignon Blanc Reserva | Screw cap

AED

42 | 36296RS

Merlot Reserva

AED

42 | 97686RS

Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva

AED

42 | 36306RS

Carmenère Reserva

AED

44 | 69356RS

AED

72 | 13249

AED

72 | 58906T

red

Tributo ‘Single Vineyard’ Syrah Tributo ‘Single Vineyard’ Cabernet Sauvignon

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

on trade exclusive |

Maipo Valley

Baron philippe de Rothschild created their Chilean company in 1997, in 2003 they acquired a state of the art production facility beneﬁtting from high tech equipment. Combined with winemaking tradition the result was Escudo Rojo. Escudo Rojo, meaning “Rothschild” is a blend of four grape varieties all grown

| Chile

in the Chilean Central Valley that combine Chilean character with Baron philippe de Rothschild style. Escudo Rojo elegantly combines all the best from the grape varieties from which it is made. www.bpdr.com

red Escudo Rojo

AED

69 | 75006

Aconcagua Valley

| Chile

Guided by intuition and backed by family heritage, Eduardo Chadwick and Robert Mondavi handcrafted a wine of distinctive quality and character. Seña is the culmination of their wonderful parternship and a passionate journey. Sensing a great opportunity, Chadwick and Mondavi set a very challenging goal: Reach the full potential of Chile’s wine country in one truly great wine. Seña’s inaugural 1995 vintage made history as Chile’s ﬁrst icon wine, initiating a path for the high quality Chilean wines of the

future. As Chile’s ﬁrst icon wine Seña needed to be internationally recognized as a world-class wine. The route to take: BLIND JuSTICE through the Berlin Tasting. The results of this bold challenge were amazing. Seña was distinguished by the top wine critics as among the world’s ﬁnest, and today Seña keeps dazzling critics and situating Chile among the best wine producers of the world. www.sena.cl

red Seña | Bio-dynamic

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

AED

440 | 83326

puento Alto

Launched in 1998 to critical acclaim, Almaviva is the creation of the partnership between two great names in Wine, a partnership between the New World and the old World. The idea was established one year prior to release when the heads of Baron philippe de Rothschild in France and Concha y Toro in Chile

| Chile

decided to create an exceptional wine together. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally complex and elegant wine. www.almavivawinery.com

red Almaviva

FWL* | 89386

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Meanwhile in a very different region in the far North East of the Country near the border with Russia, an Icewine boom is emerging.

CHAPTER VIII

CHINA One doesn’t need to look further than the sky high prices for Classed Growth Bordeaux to see that China has developed a taste for wine and with a burgeoning middle class the demand for domestically produced wine provides quite a commercial incentive to the world’s best and most ambitious wine makers. China’s premium wine producing areas are located in the Central West, on the fringes of the Gobi desert where the, altitude (1,100m above sea level), dry climate and

Ningxia

access to water from the Yellow River offer ideal grape growing conditions. At Ningxia , Changyu are crafting wines worthy of international repute. Meanwhile in a very different region in the far North East of the Country near the border with Russia, an Icewine boom is emerging. China produces more than half of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production of this rare gem. The Vidal grape variety, so successful in Icewine, is picked in November or December when temperatures here routinely fall to -20 degrees Celsius and beyond. The Golden Diamond Vidal Icewine added to this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s portfolio is a stunning example of what is being done in this outpost of the wine world; mineral, pure and unctuous sweetness kept in check by a bracing acidity.

Ningxia

| China

To complement the introduction of the Changyu red in our last portfolio we are pleased to bring you a real gem from the northeast of China, deep in the Golden Icewine Valley where regular freezing temperatures each winter ensure the perfect conditions for producing quality icewines. An intense wine, this rich golden coloured wine has a spicy honey note and a rich viscosity, with aromas of lychee and pear. on the palate, this wine creates an

intense expression with the richness of the residual sugar coating the palate, both of which are combined with a long lasting finish that balances the overall flavour. Able to be stored for many years, this wine will develop more complexity and sherry flavours, softening the overall sweetness of the wine. www.changyu.com.cn

red Cabernet Gernischt | Screwcap

AED

60 | 13489

deSSerT Golden Diamond Icewine Vidal | 37.5cl

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

NEW |

AED

173 | 15387

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The French still lead and remain an essential component of any restaurant or bar’s wine list.

CHAPTER IX

france alsace

To corrupt a Brian Clough quote, France might not be the greatest wine producing nation but it would have to be in the top one. Only Italy, which produces approximately the same volume of wine in an average vintage could make a reasonable claim to the contrary. Each principal region has forged its own

loire

burgundy

BORDEAUX RHÔNE provence languedoc rousSillon

Anne and Francois Collard, Chateau Mourgues de Gres

distinct identity and their appellations have become brands unto themselves; Chablis, Châteauneuf-duPape, St Emilion, Sancerre; just a small selection of names which resonate reassuringly with consumers as benchmarks of quality and prestige. In recent years demand for Bordeaux and Burgundy has sent prices for the very finest and rarest examples from these regions into orbit but an ocean of wellpriced and fascinating wines remain. Moreover a new generation of vignerons and winemakers (not ashamed of the latter moniker) have breathed life into classic appellations and brought celebrity to others, happy to assimilate the best practices of winemakers

around the world. The resulting wines can be surprising in their freshness, vitality and purity of fruit but remain faithful to the style of their appellations. Look out for Domaine Ballot-Millot (Meursault), Domaine Pellé (Menetou Salon) and Domaine Gayda (Languedoc – Roussillon) – all new additions to this year’s French selection. So whilst the challenge of the New World and the reinvigoration of Spain, Italy and Germany’s wine industries continue apace, the French still lead and remain an essential component of any restaurant or bar’s wine list.

Jean, Francois and hubert trimbach

CHAPTER X

Alsace, france alsace

A region all too often overlooked by consumers in Dubai and this is their loss because perhaps no other place is capable of producing wines with such a wow factor. At a time when commercial wine from all over the World can taste the same, Alsace is the antidote. For the production of aromatic white wine it would

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At a time when commercial wine from all over the World can taste the same, Alsace is the antidote. For the production of aromatic white wine it would be difficult to imagine a better suited terroir.

be difficult to imagine a better suited terroir; long dry summer and autumn days, steep East and South East facing slopes with free draining soils and cool nights combine with a centuries old clash of German and French cultures.

richer, higher alcohol wines. We are fortunate enough to offer leading producers from each of these schools; Domaine Trimbach and Domaine Zind-Humbrecht. Both make undeniably great wine.

Powerful dry Rieslings, richly textured, mineral Pinot Gris and exotic GewĂźrztraminer are the highlights. Modern Alsace producers seem to fall into two camps; those which like to produce dry, elegant and crisp wines with long gentle ageing profiles and those which prefer to leave the grape on the vine longer, accentuating the aromatics and richness to produce

Alsace

| France

With Trimbach’s 400th anniversary on the horizon this legendary producer’s reputation has perhaps never been so high. Winemaker Francois Trimbach is a master of Riesling, pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer, honing the Domaine’s hallmark style of restraint,

balance, minerality and freshness with each vintage. Trimbach is by no means the biggest producer in Alsace but none of their peers are as sucessfully distributed in the world’s leading eateries. www.maison-trimbach.com

wHITe Pinot Blanc

AED

71 | 8775

Riesling

AED

80 | 8778

Gewürztraminer

AED

94 | 8777

Pinot Gris Reserve

AED

96 | 8776

Pinot Gris, Reserve Personelle

AED

175 | 9777

Cuvée Frederic Emile Riesling

AED

340 | 8773

Clos Sainte Hune Riesling

AED

895 | 8772

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Alsace

under the stewardship of second generation, olivier, Domaine Zind-Humbrecht’s wines are daring and extra-ordinary. Biodynamic viticulture, late picking and tiny yields allow Zind-Humbrecht to coax an exotic palate of ﬂavours, seductive textures and a mineral

| France

concentration from his fruit. These wines are truly remarkable. www,zindhumbrecht.com

wHITe Gewürztraminer | Bio-dynamic

AED

99 | 1375011

Riesling ‘Calcaire’ | Bio-dynamic

AED

150 | 1375309

Pinot Gris Herrenweg De Turckheim | Bio-dynamic

AED

150 | E057207

Gewürztraminer Herrenweg de Turckheim | Bio-dynamic

AED

150 | E050007

CHAPTER XI

Bordeaux, france For centuries wine has been produced in Bordeaux. This has led to a great understanding of the influence of the climate, the land and the grape varieties which produce the best wines in the region. Many of the vineyards are still family-owned. The wines are some of the most illustrious and sought after in the world. The Bordeaux region is naturally divided by the Gironde Estuary into a Left Bank area which includes the Médoc and Graves and a Right Bank area which includes the famous St Emillion and Pomerol. The Médoc is itself divided into Haut-Médoc (the upstream

BORDEAUX

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Thanks to the richness of its terroirs, Mouton Cadet became the first branded wine in the world to be granted AOC Bordeaux designation.

Christian Moueix

or southern portion) and Bas-Médoc (the downstream or northern portion, often referred to simply as “Médoc”). Both red and white Bordeaux wines are almost invariably blended. The finest selections of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot can be used for the reds. While wine making styles vary, a general rule of thumb is that the Left Bank is predominately Cabernet Sauvignon based with the Right Bank being more Merlot based. The White wines from Bordeaux can be made up frof three Grape varieties blending Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle. The area of Sauternes (including Barsac) is known for its dessert wines made from the white grape varieties.

Bordeaux

| France

Since 1933, Baron philippe de Rothschild SA, located at pauillac in the Médoc, has been motivated by a constant ambition: to make the world’s ﬁnest wines, each in its own category, whether the châteaux wines for which it is responsible - the renowned Château Mouton Rothschild, a First Growth, and its distinguished lieutenants, Château Clerc Milon and Château d’Armailhac - or branded wines, like the famous Mouton Cadet. Thanks to the

richness of its terroirs, Mouton Cadet became the ﬁrst Branded wine in the world to be granted AoC Bordeaux designation. Baron philippe de Rothschild SA has also exported its know-how beyond Bordeaux: to the pays d’oc, with a range of varietal wines and, more recently, Domaine de Baron’arques; to California, with opus one; and to Chile, with Almaviva. www.bpdr.com

wHITe Mouton Cadet, Bordeaux | 37.5cl |

AED

34 | 9834

Mouton Cadet, Bordeaux

AED

60 | 3733

AED

60 | 10430

Mouton Cadet, Bordeaux | 37.5cl |

AED

46 | 9833

Bordeaux

AED

52 | 3735

Mouton Cadet, Bordeaux

AED

70 | 3732

Mouton Cadet ‘Réserve’, Graves

AED

88 | 98396

rOSÉ Mouton Cadet Rosé

red

Mouton Cadet ‘Réserve’, St.-Emilion

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

AED

105 | 98386

Bordeaux

Since 1840, Dourthe have developed over the years a distinctive culture that can be defined by a special bond with the soil, team spirit, good taste and an obsession with perfection. This culture forms the foundation of the Dourthe signature style, which has today become a benchmark in quality in Bordeaux. Grape growers first and foremost, they adhere to an uncompromising quality policy for all wines, and their approach is reviewed and finetuned every year. This commitment is evident at every stage of

| France

the winemaking process, so that every single one of the wines is a benchmark, vintage after vintage. Since it was created in 1988, Dourthe N˚1 has become the reference Bordeaux brand. It is the fruit of the determination, the quest for perfection and the talent of its creators (Christophe ollivier and Denis Dubourdieu); their intransigence has given Dourthe N˚1 its status and has set it apart whilst limiting its production. www.dourthe.com

wHITe Réserve’ Sauvignon Blanc, Bordeaux Blanc

AED

50 | 11879

Numéro 1’ Sauvignon Blanc, Bordeaux Blanc

AED

60 | 9732

Réserve’, Bordeaux Rouge

AED

50 | 11878

Numéro 1’, Bordeaux Rouge

AED

65 | 9733

Réserve’, Médoc

AED

67 | 11881

Réserve’, Montagne St.-Emilion

AED

82 | 11880

Terrasse de La Garde, Second wine of Château La Garde, Péssac-Léognan | 37.5cl |

AED

50 | 11898

Terrasse de La Garde, Second wine of Château La Garde, Péssac-Léognan

AED

95 | 11897

red

Château Grand Barrail Lamarzelle Figeac, Grand Cru Classé St.-Emilion

AED

170 | 1325308

Bordeaux

| France

Mr. Jean-pierre Moueix founded his wine merchant business in 1937 on the Quai du priourat in Libourne. In the 1950’s, he consolidated his business with the acquisition of several well-known properties. His second son, Christian, is currently president of the family business and was recognized as “Man

of the Year” by the wine magazine Decanter in 2008. Christian Moueix also oversees the production in several estates in SaintÉmilion and pomerol. www.moueix.com

red Bordeaux Rouge

AED

55 | 11317

Bordeaux ‘Côtes de Castillon’

AED

60 | 11781

St.- Emilion

AED

89 | 11783

Pomerol

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

AED

135 | 11784

Bordeaux

It’s Bordeaux that the Cazes family’s roots lie: Château LynchBages was the ﬁrst estate acquired by Jean-Charles Cazes in the late 1930’s. This Fifth Growth Bordeaux wine remains one of the most popular and cherished brand names in Bordeaux wine today thanks to the tireless efforts of Jean-Michel Cazes. Nowadays, Domaines Jean-Michel Cazes include winemaking properties located in various regions of France and worldwide. pauillac (Château Lynch-Bages), Saint-Estephe (Château ormes de pez), Graves (Château Villa Bel-Air) and Bordeaux (Michel

| France

Lynch), Languedoc (Domaine L’ostal Cazes), Châteauneuf du pape (Domaine des Sénéchaux), portugal (Xisto – Roquette E Cazes) and Australia (Tapanappa). The appellations vary but the modus operandi remains unchanged: relying on terroir and tradition, and devoting time, expertise and perseverance in a bid to modernise, renovate, and improve. Their commitment and determination to create wines that truly reﬂect the speciﬁc qualities of the local grape varieties remains steadfast. www.jmcazes.com

wHITe Michel Lynch, Bordeaux Blanc | organic

on trade exclusive |

NEW |

AED

60 | 15412

Château Villa Bel-Air, Graves Blanc

on trade exclusive |

NEW |

AED

95 | 15410

Michel Lynch, Bordeaux Rouge | organic

on trade exclusive |

NEW |

AED

60 | 15413

Château Villa Bel-Air, Graves Rouge

on trade exclusive |

NEW |

AED

120 | 15411

NEW |

AED

180 | 15414

red

Pauillac de Lynch-Bages

Bordeaux

| France

Left Bank Châteaux Red Château Poitevin, Cru Bourgeois, Medoc

AED

75 | 13130

Haut Médoc de Giscours, Château Giscours, Haut Médoc

AED

110 | 8771

La Croix Bonis, by Château Phélan-Ségur, St-Estephe

AED

110 | 11895

Château Loudenne, Cru Bourgeois, Medoc

AED

130 | 2137

Château Patache d’Aux, Medoc

AED

135 | 850806

Margaux du Château Monbrison, Margaux

AED

140 | 11896

Château Cantemerle 5ème Cru Classé, Haut Médoc

AED

155 | 850504

Château Bernadotte, Cru Bourgeois, Haut Médoc

AED

155 | 7293

Château Tour Pibran Cru Bourgeois Supérieur, Pauillac

AED

155 | 9508

Château Citran Cru Bourgeois, Haut Médoc

AED

161 | 895605

AED

180 | 15414

Les Tourelles de Longueville, Pauillac

AED

256 | 8078

Sarget de Gruaud-Larose, Second wine of Château Gruaud-Larose, St-Julien

AED

260 | E040705

Réserve de la Comtesse, Pauillac

AED

283 | 729206

Château Chasse Spleen, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel, Moulis

AED

289 | 894404

Château Dauzac, 5ème Grand Cru Classé, Margaux

AED

295 | E007902

Pauillac de Lynch-Bages, Pauillac

Château Mouton-Rothschild, Premier Grand Cru Classé, Pauillac

Prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *Please refer to Fine Wine List.

NEW |

FWL* | E0441

Bordeaux

| France

Right Bank Châteaux Red Château de Marsan

AED

41 | 7378

Château Nardon

AED

50 | 8443

Château Grand Village

AED

67 | 13420

Château St-Georges, St-Georges St-Emilion | 37.5cl

AED

78 | 9867

Château Pierrefitte, Lalande de Pomerol

AED

95 | 9868

Château Eglise d’Armens, Grand Cru, St-Emilion

AED

99 | 8766

Château Fleur des Rouzes, Pomerol

AED

130 | 11899

Château Calon, Montagne St-Emilion

AED

134 | 7591

Château Puy-Blanquet, Grand Cru, St-Emilion

AED

160 | 13413

Manoir de Gay, Second Wine of Château le Gay, Pomerol

AED

200 | 1341407

Château Magdelaine, Premier Grand Cru Classé, St-Emilion

FWL* | E0605-99

Château Gazin, Pomerol

FWL* | E0707

L’Hospitalet de Gazin, Second wine of Château Gazin, Pomerol

FWL* | E0604

Château Hosanna, Pomerol

FWL* | E06100

Château La Fleur Pétrus, Pomerol

FWL* | E0608

Bordeaux

| France

WHITE Château de Marsan

AED

40 | 8768

Château Bonnet

AED

50 | E0066

Château Sainte Marie

AED

60 | 8769

Château Loudenne

AED

82 | 1041

AED

95 | 15410

Château Villa Bel-Air, Graves

NEW |

Caillou Blanc du Château Talbot

AED

200 | 1312107

Blanc de Lynch Bages

AED

295 | 10491610

Rosé Château de Marsan

Prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *Please refer to Fine Wine List.

AED

41 | 8767

Sauternes

| France

Dessert Château Le Juge | 37.5cl

AED

75 | 13415

Château Armajan des Ormes | 37.5cl

AED

95 | 6909

Château Armajan des Ormes

AED

199 | 9560

Château Suduiraut, Premier Cru Classé | 37.5cl

AED

220 | 102936

Château Rieussec, Premier Cru Classé

FWL* | E0071

Château d’Yquem, Premier Cru Classé Supérieur

FWL* | E0715

CHAPTER XII

Burgundy, france No other region evokes as much passion in wine lovers as the unprepossessing escarpment in central eastern France known as the Côte d’Or. From Dijon to Macon almost every hamlet and village has become legend. In a cynical world of PR and hyperbole Burgundy stands in resolute defiance. Its reputation endures on the unmatchable quality of its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir produced by hundreds of small, family run estates, diligently working the land and producing wine before stepping aside for the next generation.

burgundy

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In a cynical world of PR and hyperbole Burgundy stands in resolute defiance.

Burgundy, however is much more beyond the Côte d’Or. Beaujolais produces soft, light and fruit driven reds from Gamay whilst Chablis has defined a style of Chardonnay loved the world over and the Mâconnais churns out riper, floral styles. This year our Burgundy portfolio represents a range of producers which we feel deliver exceptional value for money, vintage after vintage. This includes the superb Domaine Joseph Drouhin, renowned for their negociant and biodynamically produced domaine wines. New additions come from the next generation of Burgundian wine makers, seeking to meld modern ideas with time honoured traditions. Look out

for Ballot-Millot’s Meursaults and Blain Gagnard’s exemplary Chassagne Montrachets. Burgundy it seems is on a roll – Veronique Drouhin summarises the last three vintages; “2012 wines are maturing nicely in the cellar, the whites show lots of delicate floral notes and the reds, very well balanced, are developing beautifully well 2011 whites are charming wines, very expressive aromas and ample palates. The reds are well textured, round and elegant 2010 was a cooler vintage leading into wines with great freshness and vibrancy. Both the whites and reds are delicious with excellent ageing potential.”

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Chablis

| France

The Moulin de Vaudon, the property of Joseph Drouhin, is an 18th Century watermill straddling the Serein River, close to the Grand Cru vineyards of Chablis. Because of its unique location at the heart of their 38 hectare vineyard estate (95 acres), this historical mill is the headquarters of the Drouhin Domaine in Chablis. Biological and biodynamic approach was adopted: only natural products are used and all procedures show the utmost respect for the soil, the vine and the environment. Joseph Drouhin, a precursor and pioneer in this great wine region for 40

years, has strengthened the identity of their prestigious Chablis Domaine. With this in mind, and starting with the vintage 2008, the name “Vaudon” is associated with Joseph Drouhin for all its Chablis wines as a sign of the ﬁrm’s allegiance to this historical terroir. The true amateur will discover in these wines the Drouhin signature: the originality of the terroir, the ﬁnesse of the aromas, the elegance and harmony of the structure and the style of the vintage. www.drouhin-vaudon-chablis.com

wHITe Petit Chablis Chablis

NEW |

AED

70 | 13334

AED

80 | 12272

Chablis 1er Cru ‘Vaillons’ | Bio-dynamic

AED

189 | 10479

Chablis Grand Cru ‘Les Clos’ | Bio-dynamic

AED

350 | 1345610

Chablis Grand Cru ‘Vaudésir’ | Bio-dynamic

AED

376 | 10480

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Chablis

In this estate, knowledge has been transmitted from father to son for the last four centuries, during this thirteen generation history the Domaine continuously grew with the addition of Chablis’ best terroir. Today, it is Benoit Droin who manages the 25ha and produces some of the most respected wines from 5 crus : petit

| France

Chablis, Chablis, 8 premiers Crus and 5 Grands Crus. As for many good things, the quantity remains low and the wines are sold on an allocation basis. www.jeanpaul-droin.fr

wHITe Chablis

AED

100 | E042607

Chablis 1er Cru ‘Vaillons’

AED

155 | E001810

Chablis 1er Cru ‘Montmains’

AED

155 | E001610

Chablis 1er Cru ‘Fourchaume’

AED

155 | 1336910

Chablis 1er Cru ‘Mont de Milieu’

AED

155 | E001710

Chablis Grand Cru ‘Valmur’

AED

265 | E002210

Chablis Grand Cru ‘Les Clos’

AED

295 | E002110

Chablis Grand Cru ‘Blanchots’

AED

265 | 1337010

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103

Chablis

| France

Another facet of Chablis: more subtle, more feminine, more authentic. Specialists in the wines of Chablis since 1814, J. Moreau& Fils has built its reputation on a love of wine and respect for the terroir. The J. Moreau & Fils style is to capture the purity and minerality of Chablis in each of its stunning wines. The wines

can be characterized by the Chablis’ typical lively minerality and a perfect balance between terroir, fruit, structure and texture, making them accessible in their youth while simultaneously possessing a great ageing potential. www.jmoreau-fils.com

wHITe Chablis | 37.5cl

AED

53 | 3608

Sauvignon de St Bris | Screw cap

AED

60 | 3604

Petit Chablis

AED

72 | 7385

Chablis | Screw cap

AED

95 | 3600

Chablis 1er Cru ‘Vaillons’

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

AED

145 | 3601

Chablis

Behind every bottle of William Fèvre there is a thorough and precise process that seeks to extract the very best of every vineyard and every climat of Chablis’ mythical terroir. Made up of 51 hectares and 90 separate parcels, Domaine William Fèvre’s vineyards enjoy both a great complexity and incredible richness. Since 1959, Domaine William Fèvre has remained faithful to its tradition of excellence: purity in the interpretation of the terroirs, rigourous and meticulous attention to detail. But even more

| France

than the self-imposed precision and exacting standards, these magniﬁcent wines demonstrate emotion, freshness and minerality, and amazing energy... With an unparalleled timelessness, they appeal to today’s connoisseurs of great food and wine. William Fèvre is today one of the largest land owners in Chablis with 51 hectares of prestigious vineyards, over half of which are classiﬁed as premiers Crus (15.9 ha) and Grand Crus (15.2 ha). www.williamfevre.fr

wHITe Chablis

AED

105 | 8179

Chablis 1er Cru ‘Montmains’

AED

160 | 8180

Chablis 1er Cru ‘Mont de Milieu’

AED

180 | 8181

Chablis Grand Cru ‘Bougros’

AED

320 | 8183

104

105

Côtes D’or, Côtes Chalonnaise & Beaujolais

| France

Founded in 1880, Maison Joseph Drouhin, with an experience now spanning four generations, is resolutely committed to a strict observance of tradition and respect for the heritage of Burgundy. The estate comprises 77 hectares of vineyards among the greatest appellations. Joseph Drouhin has adopted the biological and biodynamic approach. only natural products are used and all

procedures show the utmost respect for the soil, the vine and the environment. The true amateur will discover in these wines the Drouhin signature: the originality of the terroir, the ﬁnesse of the aromas, the elegance and harmony of the structure and the style of the vintage. www.drouhin.com

wHITe Laforet, Bourgogne Blanc | Screw cap

AED

75 | 10477

Rully Blanc | Bio-dynamic

AED

125 | 8729

Meursault | organic

AED

255 | 8730

Chassagne-Montrachet | organic

AED

270 | 8731

Puligny-Montrachet | organic

AED

350 | 10174

Beaune Blanc 1er Cru ‘Clos des Mouches’ | Bio-dynamic

AED

475 | 8733

Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeots ‘Marquis de Laguiche’ | Bio-dynamic

AED

525 | 10508

Le Montrachet Grand Cru ‘Marquis de Laguiche’ | Bio-dynamic

FWL* | 10489

red Laforet, Bourgogne Pinot Noir | Screw cap

AED

89 | 10483

Moulin-a-Vent | Bio-dynamic

AED

99 | 10482

Côtes de Beaune Rouge

AED

150 | 8732

Gevrey-Chambertin | organic

AED

350 | 10312

Chambolle-Musigny | organic

AED

390 | 10486

Beaune 1er Cru ‘Clos des Mouches’ | Bio-dynamic

AED

430 | 10485

Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru | Bio-dynamic

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770 | 10487

Clos Vougeot Grand Cru | Bio-dynamic

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950 | 10488

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

Chassagne-Montrachet

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Domaine Blain-Gagnard This pre-eminent white Burgundy estate believes in minimum intervention style of winemaking. It is run by Jean-Marc Blain and his wife Claudine, the daughter of Jacques Gagnard-Delagrange and now with the help of their son Marc-Antonin, having returned from stints in vineyards in Australia and New Zealand. The family owns enviable sites in Chassagne-Montrachet. Jean-Marc employs great intricacy in his winemaking: subtle tweaks to the process

such as his discerning selection of coopers and the wood they use, and mixing wines from vines of different ages helps create a series of excellent wines. Jean-Marc uses around 15% new barrels for his premier cru and lesser wines, while the grand crus are afforded 30% new Alliers oak. The wines have great purity of fruit, with balanced acidity and long, clean ﬂavours which evoke their origins with great precision.

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Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru ‘Morgeot’

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Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru ‘Boudriotte’

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Puligny-Montrachet

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Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru ‘Clos St Jean’

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Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru

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Meursault

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Young, dynamic and innovative Domain Ballot-Millot’s wines capture the essence of Chassagne and Meursault. The wines all

possess great poise and freshness allied with savoury complexity. www.ballotmillot.com

wHITe Meursault

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Meursault ‘Les Criots’

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Meursault 1er Cru ‘Charmes’

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Meursault 1er Cru ‘Perrieres’

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Meursault 1er Cru ‘Genevrieres’

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

Meursault

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Domaine Henri Boillot Today, Domaine Henri Boillot consists of 14 hectares evenly split between white (mainly premier Crus in Meursault and puligny where he holds a monopole in the four hectares of Clos de la Mouchere) and red (several premier Crus in Savigny, Beaune, and Volnay). Like most top producers, Boillot is fanatical about farming.

He avoids insecticides and herbicides, preferring sustainable farming techniques to preserve the integrity of the soil. Heavily pruned in the spring to ensure low yields, the fruit of his vines is harvested as late as possible to ensure maximum phenolic maturity

wHITe Puligny-Montrachet

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Meursault 1er Cru ‘Poruzots’

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Meursault 1er Cru ‘Charmes’

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389 | 1364310

Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru ‘Clos de la Mouchere’

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Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru ‘Les Folatières’

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Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru ‘Les Perrieres’

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Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru

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Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru

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Montrachet Grand Cru

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Chambertin Grand Cru

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The Domaine de La Vougeraie was created from the union of several estates acquired over the years together with the Boisset family’s ﬁrst vineyards, all brought under a single banner as the symbol of a single philosophy: A certain idea of excellence. The

Domaine de La Vougeraie was created in 1999, but its history goes back to 1964 and the family’s ﬁrst vines, “Les Evocelles” at the north of Gevrey-Chambertin. www.domainedelavougeraie.com

wHITe Clos Blanc de Vougeot Monopole

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Gevrey-Chambertin

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Gevrey-Chambertin ‘Les Evocelles’

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Pommard 1er Cru ‘Les Rugiens’

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Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru

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Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru

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Clos Vougeot Grand Cru

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Mazoyères-Chambertin Grand Cru

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

Meursault

You can never totally possess a wine estate. You can only be a steward and caretaker of something to pass on to future generations’. This quote is particularly true of Jacques prieur, and

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the Domaine’s history, its wines, and the families that have owned it are the perfect illustration of Burgundy’s timeless character. www.prieur.com

wHITe Beaune 1er Cru ‘Clos de la Feguine’ | Bio-dynamic

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Meursault ‘Clos des Mazeray’ Monopole | Bio-dynamic

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272 | 1230711

Meursault 1er Cru ‘Santenots’ | Bio-dynamic

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Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru ‘Les Combettes’ | Bio-dynamic

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428 | 1390608

Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru | Bio-dynamic

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Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru | Bio-dynamic

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Le Montrachet | Bio-dynamic

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red Beaune 1er Cru ‘Champs Pimont’ | Bio-dynamic

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Volnay 1er Cru ‘Clos des Santenots’ | Bio-dynamic

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Corton ‘Bressandes’ Grand Cru | Bio-dynamic

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Musigny Grand Cru | Bio-dynamic

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Nuits-St.-Georges

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When making wine, everything starts with the vines - and so Gr茅gory patriat, of JC Boisset, draws upon the skills of a soil engineer colleague, to ensure that the quality of the grapes conforms as closely as possible to his requirements. To achieve this goal, he works in close co-operation with various

distinguished viticulturalists - and this has helped to establish trust-based relationships with the growers themselves, based on nurturing soil and plants by means of the daily monitoring of vines in every parcel. www.jcboisset.com

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Bourgogne Hautes C么tes de Nuits Blanc

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red Bourgogne Pinot Noir | Screw cap Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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Lugny

Good quality, great value and typicity are the keywords for La Cave de Lugny. From their vineyard holdings from around over 20 Maconnais villages, we are always quietly conﬁdent that these

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wines offer by far the best value Macon Chardonnays in the Dubai market. www.cave-lugny.com

wHITe Mâcon-Lugny ‘Les Charmes’

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Mâcon-Villages’ Les Florieres’

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Pouilly-Fuissé ‘Les Pierres Blanches’

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Fuissé

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Château-Fuissé is located in the heart of the pouilly-Fuissé vineyards of Maconnais, Southern Burgundy. The Vincent family (owners of the estate since 1862), produce wines of exceptional quality, thanks to the estate’s privileged and outstanding properties. Currently managed by 5th generation winemaker Antoine Vincent, it perpetuates traditional winemaking with carefully applied modern technology. Hand-picked grapes and whole bunch pressing is

applied followed by an individualized viniﬁcation in accordance to the age of the vines and soil-type. Their philosophy: “Terroir expression and the optimization of its qualities, our focus is on vineyard character and the balance between natural ripeness, concentration and mineral freshness showing the identity and character of our great White Burgundy wines.” www.chateau-fuisse.fr

wHITe Bourgogne Blanc J.J Vincent

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Pouilly-Fuissé ‘Tête de Cru’ | 37.5cl

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89 | E0027

St.-Veran

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Pouilly-Fuissé ‘Tête de Cru’

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Pouilly-Fuissé Le Clos

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Pouilly-Fuissé Vieilles Vignes

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270 | E002902

Pouilly-Fuissé ‘Tête de Cru’ | 1.5L

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325 | E002898

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Beaujolais

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Raymond Mathelin et Fils Raymond Mathelin et Fils is based in south Beaujolais and north of rhone valley. The wines are produced on the best “terroir” of each appellation. Chateau Gaillard the producer of Fleurie, Beaujolais Villages and Morgon has only old vineyards of 50 years old, to

intensify the concentration of the wines. Domaine de Sandar is the jewel of Raymond Mathelin et Fils as it is his own vineyards that have been in the family for 3 generations. www.cave-mathelin.com

red Beaujolais, Domaine Sandar | 37.5cl

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Beaujolais, Domaine Sandar

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45 | 3611

Beaujolais-Villages, Château Gaillard

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58 | 3613

Morgon, Château Gaillard

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Brouilly, Domaine du Lavoir

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Fleurie, Domaine des Chaffangeons

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Beaujolais

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Mommessin, unique style and expertise perpetuated since 1865. Situated in the heart of the Beaujolais region with its green hillsides, Maison Mommessin was founded in 1865 by JeanMarie Mommessin. With its extensive range, the House offers the discovery of the Gamay grape in all its splendour. With a Beaujolais

soul and Burgundian traditions, the House style reveals suppleness and ﬁne aromas, with a constant search for rich, deep-coloured, tender, supple wines based on tradition, seduction and exception. www.mommessin.com

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CHAPTER XIII

Loire, france The Loire Valley rarely finds itself in the limelight. For whatever reason the fashions which drive global wine markets have not yet pushed the price of Loire wines into the stratosphere along with classed growth Bordeaux and Grand Cru Burgundy. The varied wine regions of the Loire still offer up hidden gems aplenty for the wine lover; wines which offer complex, long lived, delicate wines at affordable prices. The appellations with the most celebrity are undoubtedly found in Sancerre and its smaller neighbour, Pouillysur-Loire. Hills of limestone, chalk and flint form the home of Sauvignon Blanc, a varietal whose ascent

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For complexity, restrained elegance and crystalline purity nowhere can match Sancerre and Pouilly Fumé from a top producer

towards world domination seems to know no bounds. Sauvignon Blanc has achieved greatness in a number of regions around the world; New Zealand, South Africa and Bordeaux to name but three but for complexity, restrained elegance and crystalline purity nowhere can match Sancerre and Pouilly Fumé from a top producer. Pascal Jolivet is such a producer. We add two outstanding new wines from Jolivet this year; Sancerre ‘Le Chene Marchand’ and Pouilly Fumé ‘La Terre Blanche’. Both come from organically grown single vineyard sites. Less well known is the nearby appellation of Menetou Salon producing Sauvignon Blanc in a less mineral, more fruit driven style. Domaine Pellé is perhaps the leading producer there and we introduce his vibrant and beautifully made Menetou Salon ‘Les Bornées’.

Further West down the river, the soils change and so do the wines. Chenin Blanc becomes king, a grape which rarely receives the credit it deserves. The unique soils of Vouvray and Savennières allow wine makers to mould Chenin Blanc into everything from a light, dry, simple white, to an age defying botrytised sweet wine with searing acidity. It is perhaps this baffling array of different styles under the same appellation which has deterred modern wine consumers but these are wines which can surprise and delight. Established Chenin Blanc masters Domaine Huët and Nicolas Joly remain but we have also added Domain Sylvain Gaudron, a small family producer from the heart of the region making classic dry and sweet Vouvray.

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pascal Jolivet is Dubai’s leading Sancerre producer and a regular visitor. over the last 25 years or so since pascal started his own winery he has achieved global recognition in both the wine press and the sommelierie for his supreme expressions of Sauvignon Blanc. His wines always manage to reﬂect the unique terroir of

Sancerre and pouilly Fumé. His non interventionist viticulture (he is converting all his vineyards to organic) and slow, natural wine making produce wines which are delicate but mouth ﬁlling, subtle but ﬂavoursome. www.pascal-jolivet.com

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Pouilly-Fumé

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Sancerre

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Sancerre ‘Les Caillotes’ | organic Pouilly Fume ‘La Terre Blanche’ | organic

on trade exclusive |

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145 | 15183

Sancerre ‘Le Chêne Marchand’ | organic

on trade exclusive |

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169 | 15182

Sancerre ‘Sauvage’ | organic

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245 | 106936

Pouilly-Fumé ‘Indigène’ | organic

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250 | 106946

Sancerre ‘Exception’

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320 | 78276

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130 | 8052

rOSÉ Sancerre Rosé

red Attitude Pinot Noir | Screwcap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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Sancerre

Domaine Montagu is a small family owned and run Sancerre and pouilly FumĂŠ producer based in the village of Sainte Gemme en Sancerrois. Their wines are modern in style with good fruit

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concentration balancing the hallmark mineral edge and lean acidity of the appellations.

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Menetou Salon

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A new arrival to the MMI portfolio, Domaine pellé is a small but highly regarded producer making predominantly Sauvignon Blanc from the Menetou Salon appelation in the Eastern Loire valley. The

Menetou Salon ‘Les Bornées’ is a fabulous example of the value this lesser known AoC has to offer. www.henry-pelle.com

wHITe Menetou Salon ‘Les Bornées’

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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Savennieres

Nicolas Joly is one of the world’s leading exponents of biodynamics and the estate in Savennieres which he inherited from his mother could not have provided him with a better canvas on which to express his distinct ideas of what a great white wine should be. The legendary Coulee de Serrant vineyard is an AoC unto itself

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and is arguably the planet’s most revered Chenin Blanc site. Joly picks late and does as little as possible with his fruit in the winery to realise extraordinary, intense and complex Chenin. www.coulee-de-serrant.com

wHITe Savennières ‘Vieux Clos’ | Bio-dynamic

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Savennières ‘Clos Bergerie’ | Bio-dynamic

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275 | 12304

Coulée de Serrant | Bio-dynamic

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Vouvray

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Leading Vouvray producer Domaine Huet produce wine from three estates; Le Mont, Le Haut Lieu and Clos du Bourg. of these Le Haut Leiu is the most approachable in its youth. Beautifully pure,

with great intensity and freshness www.huet-echansonne.com

wHITe Le Haut Lieu Sec

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Vouvray

Established in 1890 Domaine Gaudron is a new addition to MMI’s portfolio. Fourth generation proprietor and winemaker Gilles Gaudron is both charming and disarmingly humble about his wines but they are now attracting a growing following in

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Michelin starred restaurants across Europe. These Vouvrays are seriously good value for money showing great typicity of both varietal and appellation. www.vouvray-gaudron.com

wHITe Vouvray Sec ‘Les Vaux Louis’

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deSSerT Vouvray Moelleux ‘Les Pierres Rousses’

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Muscadet

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Anyone who believes Muscadet to be a simple, quafﬁng wine of little pedigree should taste the wines of Chéreau-Carré. on the schistous, gravel terroir between the rivers Sevre and Maine Bernard Chéreau Carré, whose family’s winemaking lineage

stretches back to the thirteenth century produces Muscadet sur Lie worthy of the name; bone dry, a touch doughy with a hint of saltiness and a beautiful freshness. www.chereau-carre.fr

wHITe Muscadet Sèvre et Maine

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Sauvignon Touraine, Domaine des Caillots

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44 | 11902

Muscadet Sur Lie, Domaine de Bois Bruley

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52 | 7278

Vouvray, Domaine de Vaufuget

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54 | 7526

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Bio-dynamically farming allows the terroir to have its say, thus letting the soil and especially the vintage express themselves.

CHAPTER XIV

RhÔne, france Forming a corridor between the Mediterranean and Northern Europe, the Rhône Valley extends over six French départements. The region draws its strength from this rich and powerful river, which shapes its landscape and moulds its character. The wines grown between Vienne and Avignon, between the Massif Central, the Alps and the Mediterranean Sea, draw their strength from the sun and caressing wind, and

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from the determination of the region’s many winegrowers to produce quality wines while respecting the environment… These wines, crafted and inspired by a great variety of grape varieties and terroirs, give pleasure to wine-lovers in all parts of the world. We’re proud to be a partner of one of the world’s most admired wineries, founded in 1808, Maison M Chapoutier is an estate that nurtures its vineyards with the greatest respect for natural balance. The company motto “fac et spera” translates as “Do and

Hope” and sums up the beliefs at Chapoutier. The patience and daring that this art demands: patience in relation to nature which presides; daring for the winemaker, who observes, chooses and assists. All of Maison M Chapoutiers vines are farmed Biodynamically allowing the terroir to have its say, thus letting the soil and especially the vintage express themselves. Maison M Chapoutier produces wines from Côte Rotie in the Northern Rhône, all the way through Hermitage to Châteauneuf du Pape in the Southern Rhône.

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Since the beginning of the adventure in 1808, 7 generations have contributed to build one of the ﬁnest estates in the Rhone Valley. M. Chapoutier has spread itself across the Rhône region year after year and has diversiﬁed its offering with wines coming from the best appellations such as Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Joseph, Ardèche, Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Châteauneaufdu-pape, Banyuls, and Roussillon. Today, M. Chapoutier is the biggest estate owner within the Hermitage appellation. Michel Chapoutier took over the direction of the winery in 1990, which is still presently independent and family owned. His dynamism led

to the winery expansion in other French wine regions and across France borders like his tremendous adventures in New World countries, Australia being the most exciting of them all where the family now owns three estates. The family winery also faced radical changes in its winemaking and vineyard management approach when Michel converted the entire estate to biodynamic farming. Michel also introduced the brail language on the labels and he had a strong input on the creation of the Best French Student Sommelier Challenge. www.chapoutier.com

wHITe Côtes du Rhône Blanc 'Belleruche' Condrieu 'Invitare' | Bio-dynamic Ermitage de l'Orée | Bio-dynamic

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RED Côtes du Rhône Rouge 'Belleruche'

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Chateauneuf-du-Pape 'Croix de Bois' | Bio-dynamic

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Côte-Rôtie 'La Mordorée' | Bio-dynamic

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Ermitage 'Le Méal' | Bio-dynamic

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Ermitage 'Le Pavillon' | Bio-dynamic

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Ermitage 'L'Ermite' | Bio-dynamic

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DESSERT Banyuls, Terra Vinyas | 37.5cl

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Because there are no grand wines without equally ﬁne grapes, the cultivation and nurturing of the vine is at the heart of the philosophy at Domaines paul Jaboulet Aîné. Throughout the entire year the utmost care to every minute detail of our viticulture is taken, that each vine may nurture and ripen its grapes in an ideal condition. Thus, importing every nuance of the terroir into the wine. The true richness of the wines lies in the diversity of terroir, and each wine must reﬂect its unique

appellation of origin. Viticultural practices are based on respect for the environment, meeting ‘Certiﬁed organic’ standards in most areas. precision in winemaking and viticultural practices aim to reveal the essence of the terroir in the highest purity. The wines are deﬁned not only by their identities but also by their balance, their complexity and their longevity. www.jaboulet.com

wHITe Côtes du Rhône Blanc ‘Parallele 45’ Hermitage Blanc ‘Chevalier de Sterimberg’

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red Côtes du Rhône Rouge ‘Parallele 45’

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Crôzes Hermitage ’Les Jalets’

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Gigondas ‘Pierre Aiguille’

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Hermitage ‘La Petite Chapelle’

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Hermitage ‘La Chapelle’

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deSSerT Muscat de Beaumes de Venise Vin Doux Naturel

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

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90 | 6951

Rhône

If panini decided to sell stickers with famous wine names rather than football players, then if it came to Chateauneuf-du-pape, Beaucastel would be the one that every one of us would be running after, and, Homage a Jacques perrin the one that most of us would be willing to give away our whole sticker collection to get hold of! Beaucastel wines are no young charmers but

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rewarding old crooners, they will reward the patient mind. Now, not all of us have been blessed with the capacity to wait decades before popping a cork; this is why you will also ﬁnd some interesing back vintages within our ﬁne wine list.... www.beaucastel.com

wHITe Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc | organic

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red Châteauneuf-du-Pape | organic Châteauneuf-du-Pape ‘Hommage A Jacques Perrin’ | organic

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Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe is the family’s cradle and heart, but also the standard-bearer and ﬂagship of Les Vignobles Brunier. Situated since its origin on plateau de La Crau, in the southeast of the Châteauneuf-du-pape AoC, the estate has grown, developed and matured on this vast stony terrace which, generation after generation, has imparted all of its character. of the 173 acres that form the domaine today, 65 are dedicated to red Châteauneuf-

du-pape and ﬁve to white. on this site, the Brunier family has for over a century been making red and white Châteauneuf-du-pape wines that are heavily inﬂuenced by their terroir é the rampart behind which the family protects each vintage from the onslaught of outrageous modernity. www.vieuxtelegraphe.com

wHITe Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc | organic

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300 | 876510

red Le Pigeoulet des Brunier, Vin de Pays de Vaucluse | organic Châteauneuf-du-Pape | organic

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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As described by someone with a great fondness for the place, “Les pallières is a wonderful vine garden that clings to the rear of the Dentelles de Montmirail limestone cliffs”. A garden created and cultivated by the same family for centuries, where livestock farming and olive trees gradually gave way to vines. In 1998, opportunity called for the Brunier brothers and Kermit Lynch, and they became the owners of this superb locale, planted with Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Clairette and Bourboulenc. Thus did the trio cement an association begun 20 years earlier, when the first cases of Vieux Télégraphe were imported to America. Les pallières was for them a new place with a new climate and exposure é a new terroir, in effect, but what charisma! The first years were naturally devoted to restoring the vineyard. Nearly five acres of vines were

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pulled up: in so doing, the team listened to what the terroir told them, but also made room for a winery tailored to the style of wines they wanted to craft. Four years later, the new vat room was built. It carefully respects their philosophy of gravity intake and of giving each parcel’s grapes very specific care, so that their diverse characters are reflected in bottle. They have now found Les pallières’ style é imposed by the landscape, by the influence of this very singular exposure, by the limestone scree that has rolled off the Dentelles’ foothills, mixed with sandy-clay soil in which the roots of the very old vines tap their resources. At once gutsy and elegant, warm and mineral, this is a consummate Gigondas made for ageing. www.brunier.fr

red Gigondas ‘Les Terrasses du Diable’ | organic

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“Château La Nerthe is one of the oldest (16th century) and largest estate of Châteauneuf-du-pape; its luxury offering, Cuvée des Cadettes, is one of the finest wines on planet Earth.” Robert M. parker, July 2006 2013 marks the 120th anniversary of Les Cadettes, the historic plot planted with Grenache in 1893. It’s also their 15th year of organic Certification. Chateau La Nerthe’s South facing, single old vine vineyard of 220 acres is a rare field blend of all 13 grape varieties allowed within Chateauneuf-du-pape, including 10% of

White varieties. The famous pebble stones making this corner of the Southern Rhone so unique dominate the terroir. After being among the very ﬁrst wineries to introduce new oak barrels in Chateauneuf-du-pape, La Nerthe continues to innovate by systematically co-fermenting the numerous grape varietals to achieve balance, elegance and complexity. Three words that have always described the wines of Chateau La Nerthe! www.chateau-la-nerthe.com

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For over 140 years the ogier family have been based in Châteauneuf-du-pape. This wine offers all you expect from the south Rhône, big and juicy. As the tradition of the Rhône dictates they still use demi-muid barrels (600 liter), these allow for a more mild oak ageing as opposed to the regular Bordeaux barrels.

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under the protection of centenarian ramparts, sheltering the barrels ogier has been ageing ﬁne Rhone valley wines for over one and a half centuries. www.ogier.fr

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Rene Rostaing The Côte-Rôtie Appellation has a remarkable variety of different terroirs. The soil is mostly mica-schist, but this is enriched in different lieux-dits by silex, clay, limestone and iron oxides. Domaine Rostaing is committed to bringing out the character of these terroirs, in all their complexity, in its different cuvées. The La Landonne cuvee will introduce wine-lovers to the uniqueness and surprising diversity of Côte-Rôtie soils that beneﬁt from exceptional exposure. The approach to winemaking here is straightforward and

non-interventionist, so that each glass of wine reﬂects the typicity that they’re looking for. Rostaing’s winemaking is a mix of tradition and modernism. The part of new wood remains minimal so that it does not interfere with the terroir nor alter the fruit purity. The limited yields guarantee wines its constitution and richness, savour and elegance that we invite you to discover! www.domainerostaing.com

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It is a long time since the popes were living in Avignon, exactly the same length of time that Domaine des Senechaux has been producing noticeable wines from Chateauneuf-du-pape! owned since 2006 by the Cazes family (owners of Chateau Lynch-Bages

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in Bordeaux), the domaine has been rejuvenated from the cellar to the vineyards, the old beauty is back. www.lynchbages.com

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With production nearly three times that of Bordeaux, or more than the whole of Australia, the LanguedocRoussillon alone accounts for about a third of all French wine made.

CHAPTER XV

southern france Where do we start in a region so huge? With production nearly three times that of Bordeaux, or more than the whole of Australia, the LanguedocRoussillon alone accounts for about a third of all French wine made. Including Provence, the sheer scale of production and the intense competition to channel such volumes to the market means that in most years, supply is greater than demand, so prices are kept in check. It is not for nothing that wines from the South of France offer such great value for money. Here you get what you pay for.

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There are some 30,000 growers in LanguedocRoussillon and though there are some really big estates most are smallholders and most of these deliver their grapes to over 300 co-operatives that account for about 80% of production. Cuvée Sabourin continues to offer fantastic quality for money and is widely considered the best value French wines in the UAE. Equal care goes into each varietal and there are few wines as worthy of ‘house wine’ status at this price point. This year we’ve added the beautifully presented, organically produced wines of Domaine Gayda, their

Flying Solo blended wines representing an especially exciting addition. Provence is France's largest producer of AOC rosé wines, representing 38% of domestic production and 8% of the world's total rosé wine production. Cave D’Esclans’ Whispering Angel continues to be a big hit in Dubai and to this we’ve added a new label from Provence icon, Sacha Lichine. At only AED 52, his Single Blend Grenache offers the elegance and poise of better known labels at a BTG price point.

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Cuvée Sabourin is MMI’s ever popular own label offering fantastic varietal character and outstanding value for money. Alain Grignon knows the region superbly well and is able to get the very best

grapes each year from his loyal list of local growers to enable his team of winemakers to make such good quality wine.

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Cotes de Roussillon

The Roussillon history is complex, compelling and at times has been quite violent. Teraces on stony soil, with a rich geological background and a climate that man has adopted for his crops. The Roussillon was bound to attract Michel Chapoutier’s attention and he has three varietals growing on the land covered by Domaine

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de Bila Haut. Syrah, with its savage aromas of scrub and spice, Grenache, so full of surprises and Carignan, for mineral wines with crispy tannic notes. www.chapoutier.com

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The LGI team produce distinctive regional wines that over-deliver at the price point and provide quality everyday drinking

www.lgi-wines.com

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The wines from pays d’oc are mixing the exceptional diversity of the terroir and the know-how of Baron philippe de Rothschild. The new Cadet d’oc varietal wines beneﬁt from the Baron philippe de Rothschild expertise. Thanks to a rigorous parcel selection, a regular follow-up by the oenologists and a meticulous and

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traditional maturing in the company’s cellars, the aromatic richness of the varieties makes unique wines combining pleasure, quality and accessibility ata an attractive affordable price. www.bpdr.com

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The Domaine de Baron’arques was purchased by the Baronness philippine de Rothschild and her two sons in December 1998. The Rothschild team pulled up 31 hectares out of 36 of the vines, did a thorough soil analysis, and replanted the vines according to the soils that best suited them. The earliest vintage of the signature

wine is 2003 and has been produced every year since then. The AoC Limoux requires that the wine be composed of at least 45 percent Merlot and blended with two Mediterranean grape varieties, but the wines of the Domaine de Baron’arques usually have ﬁve or six varietals.

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Situated in the foothills of the pyrenees, surrounded by its vineyards, Domaine Gayda is a new destination in the Languedoc, 25km south west of Carcassonne, in the village of Brugairolles. Domaine Gayda has a passion for the traditional ‘cépages’ grown across the many diverse soils and climates of their vineyards situated throughout the Languedoc, giving “provenance” to all their wines. While the grapes are rooted in tradition, the winery itself is all about the new, with investments in all the latest

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equipment and technology. Gayda’s quest towards an organic viticulture is driven by their respect for the natural environment and to offer a wine of outstanding quality. Domaine Gayda is a fully organic vineyard with certiﬁcation for their Figure Libre range complete by 2012. The other wines will follow as they continue to fulﬁll the necessary requirements. www.gaydavineyards.com

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As one of the foremost winegrowers in Languedoc Roussillon, Gérard Bertrand crafts his wines with passion and a deep understanding of the wine regions of the South of France. By constant attention to the vines and an uncompromising quest for excellence, Gérard Bertrand makes wines of character that are widely appreciated among connoisseurs all over the world. Gérard

Bertrand was named European Winery of the Year in January 2012 by the uS magazine Wine Enthusiast and Red Winemaker of the Year in September 2012 by the International Wine Challenge, one of the greatest wine competitions in the world. www.gerard-bertrand.com

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rOSÉ Gris Blanc, Pays d’Oc IGP

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Caves d’Esclans owner Sacha Lichine plays an important role in making an impact on how the world has changed relative to the way wine is made and, to a certain extent, consumed. Ranging from New World wines from France in addition to a new line, Sacha Lichine Selections is crafted to appeal to today’s discerning value consumer. The Whispering Angel has reinvigorated the Rosé

category by enhancing awareness levels about how great Rosé can be, enjoyed and appreciated in terms of food pairing possibilities extending beyond aperitif oriented dishes. It has set an important new standard that has given journalists, the trade and consumers a new way to consume and truly appreciate outstanding Rosé wines. www.chateaudesclans.com

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Recognising the importance of innovation in an increasingly varied wine industry, Sacha Lichine has developed a line of New World styled French wines, focused on the traditional varietals from the Languedoc. Single Blend has a bright, blush color with

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an elegant strawberry and grape nose. It is both full and balanced and has a fresh ﬁnish. This wine is dry. The pressing is direct and made carefully while aged with a bâtonnage ( lees stirring). www.sachalichine.com

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Mourgues du Gres stretches over 65ha (160 acres) covering vineyards and orchards in Aop “Costières de Nîmes”. The soil is composed of alluvial stones from the quaternary period deposited by the Rhône and named “galets”. This terroir is typical to the southern part of the Rhône Valley Vineyards. François Collard, owner, manages the family property with his wife Anne. As

an Agricultural Engineer and oenologist he promotes the local varieties of grapes in harmony with the diversity of the soil. The resulting wines display fruitiness, freshness, elegance and concentration. www.mourguesdegres.com

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Southern France

Maurice Jeanjean launched his wine business in 1870, involving his whole family in the adventure. Five generations of Jeanjean men and women have shared the same passion for the Languedoc terroir and quality wines. It has taken the total commitment of a family absolutely dedicated to wine to ensure that the huge diversity of the Languedoc could have a place in the cellars and on the tables of the whole world. The Jeanjean philosophy has

evolved from a family culture to that of an entrepreneurial business by involving all its team in a shared goal : make the Languedoc ﬂag ﬂy high. The family members and their ambassadors take enormous care of the wines of the Vignobles Jeanjean and those of their wine making partners whose talents cover the Languedoc’s best terroirs. www.jeanjean.fr

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Château St Didier Parnac, Cahors AOP

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Stephen Cronk had been in the corporate world for 15 years and in August 2008 turned down a promotion that would have meant more money but also more stress, longer hours and less time with his young family. He had been talking about moving to France to make wine for some time and this was the moment he’d been waiting for to put the plan into action. A year later in August 2009 the Cronks, with their possessions packed up on the back of a truck and with barely a word of French

between them, headed south to a small village called Cotignac, in the heart of provence. Stephen then set up a small wine business with the principle objective of making a provence rosé that would become regarded as one of the best from the region. In order to achieve this aim, he put together a highly experienced winemaking team (French and British) and Mirabeau is now being sold in 6 countries and has already earned acclaim from some of the world’s toughest wine journalists. www.mirabeauwine.com

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Halfway between the medieval city of Carcassonne and the old Roman port of Narbonne, the Domaine L’ostal Cazes within the appellation Minervois la Livinière, lies at the foot of the Montagne Noire in a magniﬁcent region, the cradle of grand terroirs. The area derives its name from the term “ostal” stemming from the

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old “Langue d’oc” (occitan), which means both “house” and the “family group” living in it. Brought to life again in 2002 by Jean-Michel Cazes, owner of Chateau Lynch-Bages, the vineyard is located on the foothills of the Montagne Noire. www.lostalcazes.com

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Located between the pyrenees and the Mediterranean, in Rivesaltes, Cazes is in the heart of the Roussillon. They are a family company created in 1895 and thier values are incontestably related to the wine world: know-how, respect and control of the soil have been transmitted through several generations. A true pioneer in the production and the marketing of high-quality Roussillon wines,

Cazes has become a byword for quality over the past ďŹ fty years. Whilst remaining vigilant on the excellence of its wines produced from low yielding vines, Cazes entirely converted their 220 hectare estate to comply with organic and biodynamic viticulture in 1997. www.cazes-rivesaltes.com

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Four generations of mosers. founder of laurenz v, lenz moser at left.

CHAPTER XVI

Germany & Austria Germany and Austria are wine producing nations which have struggled to connect their brilliant and sensibly priced wines with the international consumers to drink them. Perhaps the long names and historic labels have not helped but a new generation of wine makers in both countries are challenging tradition and governing bodies are moving to simplify wine laws which are, even to the wine professional, infuriatingly confounding. Our German portfolio

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A quarter of a century later Austria growers and wineries are an example to the rest of the World.

combines established, World renowned producers such as Robert Weil and Schloss Vollrads with the new wave of German wine making including Dr Clemens Kiefer at Prinz von Hessen and Jochen Dressigacker of 3 Winzers, whose ‘Deep Roots’ Rheinhessen Dry Riesling is a new addition to the list and a bargain at AED 53. Across the borders to the South East in Austria, Gruner Veltliner takes over from Riesling as the signature variety. ‘Gruner’ is a relatively new varietal but one which is capable of producing fresh aromatic,

lightly peppery whites or more intense, long lived wines. Following an identity crisis in the wake of the ‘antifreeze’ scandal of the mid 1980s the Austrian wine industry was forced to do a lot of soul searching. A quarter of a century later Austria growers and wineries are an example to the rest of the World. Almost all the county’s vineyard are grown along organic principals and hygiene standards in wineries are second to none. The results are evident in the dazzling wines of Laurenz V and Willi Brundlmayer.

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“It was, and still is, a big challenge for us to bring 800 years of family tradition together with today‘s modern wine demands in a harmonious way, so that they strengthen each other“, says Donatus prinz von Hessen. This interaction is reﬂected through the entire prinz von Hessen estate. While the wines, with their bright, lively and fresh expression, demonstrate a modern style, the focus on Riesling is testament to Rheingau tradition. His vision

is to earn global recognition for his Riesling and his estate, and to create wines in the Rheingau reﬂecting the terroir of the estate’s vineyards, with an unmistakable style. “Quality begins in the vineyard!“ Guided by this philosophy and with a sharp focus on a clear target – to get the absolutely best out of each grape vine – the estate practices a future- and nature- orientated viniculture. www.prinz-von-hessen.de

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Riesling Dachsfilet | Screwcap

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Rheingau

Schloss Vollrads is probably the oldest wine estate in the world. A document in the Mainz City Archives shows that on November 18, 1211, wines were sold from (what is today) Schloss Vollrads, to the St. Victor monastery in Mainz. This long tradition is enhanced by the most modern technical equipment and meticulous care in the cellars. The estate’s 80 ha vineyards are planted exclusively with Riesling grapes. In order to achieve the highest quality for wine possible, Schloss Vollrads controls yields

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through selective pruning, practices ecologically-oriented vineyard maintenance, harvests its grapes late and selectively, by hand and allows its wines to develop with as little interference as possible. The cellar master strives to retain all the grapes’ natural aromas, minerals, and acids during viniﬁcation and to produce fruity Riesling wines that reﬂect their varietal character. www.schlossvollrads.de

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Weingut Robert Weil was founded in 1875 when Dr. Weil purchased his ﬁrst vineyards in Kiedrich, and he moved there that year. Today the estate is managed with the same spirit of enterprise by the fourth generation of the founding family. Today Weingut Robert Weil cultivates 90 ha (222 acres) of vineyards planted with 100% Riesling. Wilhelm Weil, the great-grandson of

the estate’s founder, carries on the tradition of uncompromising, quality-oriented practices in the vineyards and in the cellars. The historical manor house, the ultra-modern cellars and the vinothek stand side by side in a beautiful park – the same synthesis of old and new that is reﬂected in the estate’s philosophy of winemaking. www.weingut-robert-weil.com

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As one of Mosel valleys most renowned winemakers Dr Dirk Richter of Weingut Richter enjoys both the privilege and responsibility of tending some of the Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best white wine vineyards. on meeting the man one is struck by the enormous knowledge and passion he possesses. Richter wines are proud ambassadors of

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the cultural heritage and legacy of the unique Mosel-landscape. Their wines are refreshing, animated and charming driven by spicy minerality and low alcohol. They are the perfect match for oriental, the south-east Asian and the light style European cuisine. www.maxferdrichter.com

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Nikolaus (Nik) Weis is heading the third generation of this family Estate, founded in 1947 by his grandfather, Nicolaus Weis. Nik grew up in the winery and has been involved in all aspects of St. urbansHof from breeding vines at the nursery operated by the winery, to cultivating vineyards and making wine. After obtaining a degree in viticulture and oenology at Geisenheim, in Germany, Nik broadened his experience by working and studying in the Champagne region

of France, California, Canada and the Nahe region in Germany. As president of the Young Winemakers Association of Leiwen, Nik has been at the forefront of the movement by a new winemaking generation to preserve the traditions of German winemaking and restore German Estate wines to prominence St. urbans-Hof is a clear leader in innovation and quality. www.urbans-hof.de

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The piesporter Michelsberg Riesling has natural grape sweetness, fruity and ďŹ&#x201A;oral aromas and the classic Mosel acidity.

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Nahe

The Anheuser family has been making wines against the idyllic back drop of Nahe’s steep river valleys since 1627. paul-Christian represents the 14th generation and his approach suggests that the family has every intention of continuing for another 400 years. Vitcultural and viniﬁcation practices speak of an inate knowledge and respect for the land. The wines are elegant, balanced

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and pure. Excellent single vineyard Rieslings are produced but we have selected two more unusual offerings both of which offer remarkable value for money; a bright, fresh and ﬂoral Weissburgunder and a creamy, raspberry accented pinot Noir Rosé. www.anheuser.de

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In the rock and pop scene, “unplugged” means a performance that allows musicians to reach their audience in a very intimate atmosphere. Without electronic inﬂuences or ampliﬁcation, they can present their songs in a relaxed and pure manner. In this unique atmosphere the audience can enjoy authenticity and individuality to the full. In an age of technical reproduction and

mass production the “unplugged” idea represents an appreciation of manual craftsmanship and for the realisation that not every innovation and trend automatically makes music better. At Weingut Tesch, they have transferred this idea to one subject: Riesling. www.weingut-tesch.de

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Rheinhessen – currently the most exciting and innovative winegrowing region in Germany – is bringing a breath of fresh air to the German wine industry. The top category of wine-growers includes Jochen Dreissigacker who has teamed up with two highly acclaimed wine makers to produce a brilliant Riesling they have called DEEp RooTS.

The wine makers behind DEEp RooTS belong to the rising stars of the German wine elite and trade under the simple name of “Drei Winzer” (engl. Three wine-growers). The men behind the name are Jochen Dreissigacker, Stefan Winter and philipp Wittmann.

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LAuRENZ V. (Laurenz ﬁve) is the ﬁrst and presumably only producer in Austria and the world to focus entirely on Austria’s sexy signature grape Grüner Veltliner. Five generations of the prestigious Laurenz “Lenz” Moser family stand behind the name. With Laurenz Maria Moser the Fifth’s twin daughters Anna and Sophie, the 16th generation of the Moser wine family is already well on its way. The mission of the “Grüner Men“ is to play a leading role in establishing the Grüner Veltliner variety amongst

the premier white wines of the world. The venture was started in 2005, and Laurenz V. now exports to 45 countries in all ﬁve continents. The fancy and elegant wines are amongst the most preferred Grüners internationally. Even “China goes Grüner” already! By the way – have you ever tried Asian food with a glass of Grüner …? Guess you should … www.laurenzfive.com

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Willi Bründlmayer has become a leading ﬁgure in the domestic ﬁne wine scene and described as a ‘beacon of Austrian wine’ by Jancis Robinson. In 2002 Tim Atkin MW added him to the 10 movers and shakers of the “Austrian wine world”. Brundlmayer is an innovator and even uses Acacia barrels for the maturation of some of his wines.

These are truly special white wines with broad mineral structures framing pure citrus and stone fruit characters and perfectly integrated acidity. www.bruendlmayer.at

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We’ve added over 100 new labels to a portfolio already brimming with winemaking royalty including Antinori, Allegrini, Alois Lageder, Ruffino and Zonin.

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Italy The sheer scale of Italy’s wine landscape coupled with its extraordinary array of native grape varieties and complex classification systems means that some steer clear from this vinous land of plenty. However with recent market moves and growing interest in Italy as an alternative to the escalating prices of classed growth Bordeaux, Italy’s red wines, led by the Super Tuscans, are becoming ever more appreciated. While the top wines may be grabbing the headlines, more affordable examples from regions

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such as Veneto, Campania, Puglia and Sardinia are encouraging consumers to step out of their comfort zones and sample the riches of this diverse winemaking culture. Pinot Grigio continues to lead the way for whites, where luxury isn’t as widely recognized, but adventurous drinkers are increasingly delving into Gavi, Friuli Venezia and Sicily where local varietals consistently reward curiosity. In line with the trade’s increased demand for Italian wines, this year we’ve added over 100 new labels to a portfolio already brimming with winemaking royalty including Antinori, Allegrini, Alois Lagader, Ruffino and Zonin. New sparklers from San Simone and Bellavista may offer very different styles, but both Prosecco

and Franciacorta are equally hot categories in the restaurants of Italy and further afield. Dezzani offers Dubai’s most keenly priced Barolo and staying in Piedmonte, our many Braida listings show the diversity of the Barbera grape. St. Michael Eppan’s wines from Trentino Alto Adige are some of the finest in the region and show the true potential of Pinot Grigio while further South in Tuscany, we welcome Tenuta Argenteria, specialists in the ever more trendy Super Tuscan Category. Finally, Planeta from Sicily and Feudi di San Gregorio from Campania showcase how the South, the former workhouse of the Italian wine industry, has developed into one of the most exciting and up-and-coming regions in this fascinating country of vines.

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Stunning views, food, and wine are abundant here, in a region full of rich history.

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North West Italy “My cellar is located in Cocconato d ‘Asti, the “Riviera del Monferrato”, in Piedmont, one of the best Italian areas for wine production. Experience, respect for the environment, the consumer and the care of the vineyards express the virtues of Dezzani, which has roots in traditions of the past as well as the future and innovation.” --Luigi Dezzani, Owner and Winemaker, Dezzani

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North West Italy is home to some of the best and most well-known wine growing regions, including Piedmont and Liguria. Stunning views, food, and wine are abundant here, in a region full of rich history. The North West of Italy is mountainous, with the Alps and Apennine mountain ranges influencing both the climate and terroir. The region, bordered by the west at the Ligurian Sea and the north by France and Switzerland, has very rocky soil and as such, only a small amount of land is suitable for vineyard plantings. The soil that is cultivatable, however, is very rich in clay, limestone and minerals which accounts for the minerality found in many of the wines the region produces.

The climate of North West Italy is relatively mild year round due to the effect of the mountains. By the coast, rainfall is plentiful as is sunshine on the mountainous slopes, whilst in the valley it is significantly lower with abundant fog. These varied climates help the native grapes of the region to thrive and achieve their full winemaking potential. Winemaking in the region is concentrated predominantly on quality against, and on local grape varieties. North West Italy has several DOC controlled regions as well as DOCG classifications.

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The Dezzani family name is held in the highest esteem in the region of piedmont, particularly among the many growers dotted around the beautiful hills of Asti, Acqui, Alba and Monferrato with whom the family share an intimate knowledge and love of the region. Located in Cocconato d’Asti, Dezzani was founded in 1934 by Luigi Dezzani, grandfather of the current owners, Franca, Luigi and Giovanni. Luigi’s hard work and dedication to the promotion of piemontese wines was recognised when he was awarded the ‘Cavaliere del Lavoro’, Italy’s highest honour for entrepreneurial

excellence. Today, his grandson and namesake carries on Luigi’s legacy producing a signiﬁcant range of classic piemontese wines whilst maintaining strong relationships with growers, allowing Dezzani to pick and choose grapes from some of the best vineyards, acting as negociant for some of the best estates in the various DoC’s and also ﬁnding time to chair the Barbera (of Asti and Monferrato) Consortium, the youngest person ever to have served in this capacity. www.dezzani.it

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In the rolling hills outside the town of Gavi lies the estate of La Scolca, which was taken over between 1917 and 1919 by the Soldati family. Today the estate is managed by Giorgio Soldati and his daughter Chiara, the ﬁfth generation of the Soldati family to own the winery. La Scolca is comprised of 55 hectares of vineyards, some owned, some leased, but all farmed bio-dynamically by the Soldati team. Some of the vines are more than 60 years old. The vineyards extend through 11 towns, including the Rovereto commune of Gavi in piedmont, considered by experts to have the

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best terroir for the Cortese grape variety. Three years before the Gavi was granted DoC status, La Scolca registered the trademark Gavi dei Gavi in the uS, better known as the “Black Label.” Gavi obtained DoCG status in 1998. producers within the commune of Gavi are allowed to label their wines as ‘Gavi DoCG del commune di Gavi’ or ‘Gavi di Gavi’ but La Scolca is the only producer allowed to use their popular and renowned ‘Gavi dei Gavi’ trademark name to distinguish themselves. www.scolca.it

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Lying in the heart of the Langhe district of Alba and dominated by an ancient Cedar of Lebanon tree, the 28 hectare Monfalletto Estate is presided over by brothers Gianni and Enrico Montezemolo. By no means traditionalists, the Montezemolo brothers, aided by Gianni’s children Alberto and Elena, produce intense, powerful Barolos that have earned the winery an almost cultish reputation around the world. They regularly score top points in uS publications such as Wine Spectator and in 2006 won

not one, but two Trophies at the International Wine Challenge: the International Nebbiolo Trophy and the Italian Red Wine Trophy. The family have just completed a huge expansion of their barrique cellar and have a newly opened tasting room for visitors to enjoy the unique, outstanding view of the Estate and the heart of the Barolo DoCG appellation. www.corderodimontezemolo.it

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Cossetti is a family company with a long tradition established in 1891 and is still run by Clementina Cossetti, great-grandson of the founder. Among the key factors of the quality of the wines produced by Cossetti, there are caring, passion and experience with which is followed throughout the process, from the vineyard to the harvest grapes, from the viniﬁcation to aging and to the ﬁnal

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bottling of the wine. The balance of tradition with innovation allows Cossetti wines to maintain a constant quality. The Barbera “la Vigna Vecchia” is a great example, made from grapes from vines over 30 years old producing a low amount of grapes but of very high quality, it is aged partially in big oaks and partially in small barrels. www.cossetti.it

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Gavi DOCG

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Gavi di Gavi DOCG

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Barbera d’Asti ‘La Vigna Vecchia’ DOCG

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Established in the early 20th century under the guidance of Alfredo prunotto, the estate soon developed a reputation for producing outstanding wines. They are considered by many as one of the ﬁnest houses in piedmont and hav been awarded 11 Tre Bicchieri (three glasses) from the famed Gambero Rosso. In 1989 the

marketing of the wines was taken over by the great Tuscan house of Antinori who then acquired the property 5 years later. The range has continued to develop under their guidance. www.prunotto.it

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Barolo DOCG

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Serafino first begin producing wine in 1878 and Cantina Enrico Serafino was founded in 1878 in Canale d’Alba, one of the main towns of the Roero district and a farming centre with a long history that can be traced back to the early Middle Ages. The

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winery has undergone a signiﬁcant modernisation in the last few years and the wines are as good as they have ever been. www.camparigroup.com

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It all began with the nickname “Braida”, which was acquired by the great-grandfather Giuseppe Bologna who was a champion in playing “pallone elastico” on town and church squares, a typical sport of the piedmont region. Giacomo Bologna inherited both vineyards and nickname from his father, but above all an unconditional love for his land and wine. Giacomo ventured to produce a Super Barbera, vinifying the grapes into a quality wine and maturing it subsequently in French barriques barrels, a practice unknown to most at that time but widely used nowadays. Bricco dell’uccellone, the ﬂagship wine of the company, has now become

one of the world’s leading Italian wines. Since 1961 until today Braida has been the ampliﬁed and faithful image of the philosophy of Giacomo and Anna, their prospect of life, earth, wine and friendship. Raffaella and Giuseppe Bologna, both oenologists, are the third “Braida” generation and are united by the initial dream to elevate the Barbera grape into a noble status which for some would seem to be reserved only for international varieties. At the winery Braida the courage of the young generation is combined with ﬁrmly rooted traditions. www.braida.it

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Barbera d’Asti ‘Bricco Dell’Uccellone’ DOCG

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Barbera d’Asti ‘Bricco della Bigotta’ DOCG

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Barbera d’Asti ‘Ai Suma’ DOCG

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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The story of Martini spans nearly 150 years of Italian passion. From its birth in Turin in 1863, it took on the world and succeeded. It became an icon, a symbol for those who love to live their life with style. Martini & Rossi was founded by Alessandro Martini, a skilled and respected master herbalist and Luigi Rossi an entrepreneur and successful wine merchant. Their motto ‘Volere é potere’ (where there is a will there is a way) set them on the path to global success. Energy, passion and dedication guided Martini on its incredible journey from its origins in Italy to New York, Brazil, Egypt, Hong Kong and beyond. By 1903, Martini had become one

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of the most international brands worldwide; reaching 70 countries across all continents. In 1993, Martini Asti received the prestigious D.o.C.G. seal of quality. In order for a sparkling wine to be called Asti, the wine must be made from 100% Moscato grapes grown in the Asti region. The wines are made from grapes that express the characteristics of a place, the way of life of its inhabitants, and the traditions shaped along the years. Within that timeless context, is a continuously evolving world of quality improvement and international recognition. www.martini.com

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The Gancia Estate is located in the heart of piemonte and includes 2,000 hectares of controlled vineyards, 30 hectares of its own vineyards for the production of red & white piemontese wines. In 1865, Carlo Gancia produced the very ﬁrst Italian Sparkling Wine and production has now swelled to stand at 25 million bottles per year across a portfolio including still wines and aperitifs. The

Historical Cellars of the House of Gancia are named underground Cathedrals for their unique architecture. These cellars, thanks to their beauty and importance, were chosen by unesco to be included in their list of World Heritage sites, as a part and within the project of nomination of the wine landscapes of Southern piemonte. www.gancia.it

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Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG

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Gancia Asti Millesimato Cuvee 24 Metodo DOCG Classico

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Cinzano Sparkling Wine was born in 1840. Francesco Cinzano II started sparkling wines production in the Royal Estates of Santa Vittoria d’Alba.The goal was to emulate the incredibly popular

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French champagne that dominated the wine export market across the globe. The result was the birth of the Cinzano Sparkling Wines. www.cinzano.com

SpArklIng Asti Spumante DOCG prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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Lombardy

Bellavista is the result of a determined search for perfect Italian harmony. To realise this dream Bellavista has rewritten the history of the area, choosing 190 hectares of vines, some of the best in Franciacorta for exposure, character and expressive potential. This rereading of this small wine-growing legacy has given rise to 107 small crus that express the intrinsic personality of the land and the most subtle nuances of its character and personality. The winemakers then undertook the great adventure of developing a oenological style that would establish a new interpretation of the art of producing a Franciacorta wine. The Bellavista cuvée are the result of horizontal and vertical blends of over 90 selections from 107 crus, and are harvested and fermented separately. This

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is the secret of the complexity, balance and also the longevity of a style that is evident in every vintage and every variety. To ensure the longevity of this harmony, exceptional raw materials are required along with a fermentation process that exalts its qualities. Fermentation partially takes place in wooden barrels to guarantee the long-life and ﬁnesse of the base wines. The remuage is done strictly by “by hand” and ageing can last for up to 72 months as in the case of the Bellavista Vittorio Moretti. A “savoir faire” that has become very rare in the lands that produce sparkling wine, but which is applied with great pride and determination by Bellavista. www.bellavistawine.it

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Franciacorta Grand Cuvée Vintage DOCG

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Franciacorta Grand Cuvée Rosé DOCG

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The Alpine-Mediterranean climate allows our grapes to ripen well but also provides them with wonderful minerality and aromas.

CHAPTER XIX

North east Italy “The Alpine-Mediterranean climate allows our grapes to ripen well but also provides them with wonderful minerality and aromas. Our vineyards are located largely on an altitude of 400-600 metres and are all cultivated by hand, which gives them the high standard of quality we at St. Michael Eppan strive to achieve.” –Hans Terzer, Winemaker, St. Michael Eppan

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North East Italy, bordered by Switzerland and Austria to the north and the Adriatic Sea to the east, is a mountainous region that gives way to coastal plains. Most of the area is influenced by the Alps, and the soil of the region is rich, comprising of silt, clay, volcanic deposits, and slate. This region is rich in history, with Friuli and Venezia Giulia being important stops on the Mediterranean spice route and the creation in 1885 of the very first Italian school for vine growing and oenology in Veneto. North East Italy sees many of its vines grown on terraces due to a limited amount of land that is cultivatable. In Trentino - Alto Adige, Germanic influences prevail and grapes such as Gewürztraminer,

Pinot Blanc and Sauvignon are grown and thrive in the warm days and chilly nights. Grapes here are grown on the hillsides, in terraces, to produce the best quality. Hillside growing techniques are also common in Friuli-Venezia Giulia where the wines often have ‘colli’, meaning ‘hills’ in their names. The Po Valley covers 57% of the North East of Italy. Protected from the harsh northern European climate by the mountains to the north, the cooler climates here are well-suited to white varieties like Garganega while the warmer Adriatic coastal plains and river valleys are where the renowned Valpolicella, Amarone and Bardolino DOC reds are produced.

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Zonin could easily be described as one of Italy’s superbrands. It’s hard to believe that they have remained family owned since they were established in 1821 given the international succes they have achieved. Their portfolio of wine covers eight distinct regions of Italy covering both traditional and new. The ‘Regions’ wines

are some of the best value wines in our portfolio representing both ‘imported’ grape varieties like Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon and wines produced in more established styles from indigenous varieties, such as Soave and Valpolicella. www.zonin.it

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Regions Pinot Grigio, Delle Venezie IGT | Screw cap

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Vermentino, Rocca di Montemassi, Toscana IGT

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Lambrusco dell’Emilia IGT

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Regions Valpolicella DOC | Screw cap

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Regions Cabernet Sauvignon, Delle Venezie IGT | Screw cap

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Regions Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC | Screw cap

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Rosé Brut Spumante

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Col de Salici is the ﬁrst brand of the Campagna del Vino, created in 1997; Although prosecco was not so popular at that time, Giancarlo Notari was able to see potential in it the modern, informal, light-hearted Italian drinking style that everyone loves and enjoys today. The grapes selected for the production all come from wines cultivated in the DoC and the DoCG area in

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Conegliano Valdobbiadene where the highest quality of prosecco (the “Superiore”) is produced. This, together with the use of the most modern techniques in the cellar and an elegant packaging, place Col de Salici among the truly great producers for this amazing sparkling from northern Italy. www.compagniadelvino.it

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The Italian premium brand Scavi & Ray stands for ﬁnest prosecco made of grapes that thrive in the breathtaking, sun-drenched landscape of the Veneto in Northern Italy. The prosecco Spumante is most appreciated for its vivid and ﬁne sparkle and is a product of the Glera grape - a white grape variety that embodies the long wine-making tradition of the Veneto. As a long-term partner

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of Berlin Fashion Week; London Fashion Week; as well as being an initiator of design alliances between the brand and inspiring designers or fashion labels, Scavi & Ray cements its place in the world of fashion, design and style. Born in the Veneto, celebrated on red carpets worldwide. www.scavi-ray.it

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Alois Lageder is a synonym for a sustainable, holistic corporate philosophy, largely in certiﬁed biodynamic viticulture, and also for a wide spectrum of cultural and artistic activities. Founded in 1823, and now directed by Alois Lageder, the ﬁfth generation of family ownership, the winery is situated in Italy’s most northern wine growing region, the mountainous Alto Adige, right in the middle of the dramatic scenery of the Dolomite peaks. The wines of Alois Lageder derive from sustainable, holistic methods of production.

They are made partly from grapes that are grown and certiﬁed Biodynamic, and partly from grapes that are purchased from trusted local growers. Fidelity to nature and progressive thinking come alive in authentic wines: the end result of a multifaceted, holistic concept grounded in sustainable practice, respect for nature, regard for the environment, and responsibility for the generations still to come. www.aloislageder.eu

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Sauvignon Blanc, Südtirol Alto Adige DOC | Bio-dynamic

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Gewürztraminer, Südtirol Alto Adige DOCl | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

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Pinot Grigio Porer, Südtirol Alto Adige DOC | Bio-dynamic

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Lowengang Chardonnay,Südtirol Alto Adige DOC | Bio-dynamic

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red Krafuss Pinot Nero, Südtirol Alto Adige DOC | 75cl | Bio-dynamic

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Trentino-Alto Adige

This is a co-operation beteen local growers and Alois Lageder with a goal to produce premium quality wines from a blend of Merlot with Cabernet and a pinot Grigio that offer extra-ordinary value. This co-operation utilises the strength of all concerned and

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the result is a compact pair of wines that remain focused and extremely well-priced. www.cantinariff.eu

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Established in 1907, the San Michele Appiano winery is today considered to be one of the best wineries in Alto Adige and Italy. It presently has 350 members, 370 hectares of vineyard and produces 2.5 million bottles every year. The Sanct Valentin range is the cru line of San Michele Appiano. The vines are between 20 and 40 years old and are in the heart of the traditional Eppan white wine area. These vineyards are at an altitude of between 590 and

620 metres above sea level with a South to Southeastern exposure. The expertise of Master Winemaker, Hans Terzer, led Gambero Rosso to rank him among the ‘Top 10 Master Winemakers in the World’ in 2000. In the same year the winery itself was named ‘Winery of the Year’ by Gambero Rosso, the ﬁrst time a cooperative was awarded this accolade. www.stmichael.it

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Veneto

In the heart of the Lugana area on the southern shores of Lake Garda, the winery was established in 1960, when the late Sergio Zenato and his wife Carla started to create quality wines from the local grape variety Trebbiano di Lugana. The Zenato winery now owns 75 hectares in total, 40 in San Benedetto di Lugana and 35 hectares in Sant’Ambrogio, in the Valpolicella Classico area. The Zenato name is synonymous with Amarone and they have continuously produced Amarone and Amarone Riserva of

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immense complexity and depth, to international acclaim. Along with outstanding red wines, Zenato also produce white wines that are renowned for their clean and elegant fruit character. over the years Zenato have become one of the most respected family owned wineries in Italy, and at the London International Wine and Spirits Fair they were voted among the Top Five Red Wine producers in Italy. www.zenato.it

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owned by the Zenato family, the Santa Cristina Estate is located in San Benedetto di Lugana, approximately 25 kilometers west of Verona, on the banks of the Lake Garda. The estate encompasses 40 hectares of vineyards located on various prim sites in the Lugana DoC production area, some of which can be dated back

to prehistoric times. primarily known for their outstanding Lugana wines from this estate, the Zenato family also make premium wines using international grape varietals. www.zenato.it

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Sansonina is a large 18th century estate in the Sirmione area, which is renowned for the production of Lugana, one of the most famous white wines of the Lombardy-Veneto region. uniquely, the estate has the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only established Merlot vines. It was for this reason that in the mid 1990s, Carla prospero acquired Sansonina with the purpose of taking up the challenge of producing a great

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red wine in a zone traditionally known for its whites. The winery was established in the 1990â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s under the guidance of Carla and Nadia Zenato, with winemaker Silvano Tempesta creating their renowned Rosso Veronese from the Merlot grape. www.sansonina.it

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Sansonina Rosso, Veronese IGT | 1.5L

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Situated in Valgatara, the centre of the Valpolicella production zone, the Campagnola winery was founded in 1886 by Carlo Campagnola, who initiated a tradition of quality which is ﬂourishing to this day. The founder’s grandson and namesake, Giuseppe, who now owns and runs the newly renovated winery, has created a portfolio of wines not only from the Veneto but from regions as far aﬁeld as puglia. His wines represent excellent value and quality. Despite already producing a superb Amarone,

Giuseppe decided to push the boundaries further and make a Cru of truly exceptional quality. This culminated in an Amarone of immense character and depth, which he named Caterina Zardini in honour of his late grandmother. This wine has ﬁrmly established itself as the jewel in the Campagnola portfolio and is internationally renowned for its quality and character. www.campagnola.com

wHITe Di Giorno Chardonnay, Veneto IGT Barocco Chardonnay, Salento IGT Pinot Grigio, Veneto IGT | 1L | Screw cap

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red Barocco Negroamaro, Salento IGT Valpolicella Campagnola DOC | 1L | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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Cantina di Custoza was founded in 1968 by 83 winegrowers and today has 227 members who contribute grapes from over 1000 hectares of south-facing vineyards, located on the hills and foothills south and southwest of Lake Garda. The terrains are glacial moraines composed primarily of limestone, gravel and sand. The climate is mild and temperate. The fresh and fruity ‘Classica’ range

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offers great ‘food’ wines, whilst the ‘Val dei Molini’ range takes its name from one of the most charming valleys in the Veneto and is part of the Cantina’s ongoing ‘quality project’. The range is completed with the premium ‘Custodia’ selection: the name comes from Custoza’s ancient name as custodian of the territory. www.cantinadicustoza.it

wHITe Garganega Val dei Molini, Garda DOC

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Pinot Grigio Linea Classica, Veronese IGT

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The story of Allegrini is the story of a unique journey. From the family’s roots as vintners in a small village in northeast Italy, the company has grown, through impassioned enthusiasm and challenge, to win worldwide recognition for the excellence of its wines. Today Allegrini is a leading wine producer in the Valpolicella Classico area in Veneto and one of the most highly acclaimed Italian wine companies in the world. From Valpolicella, the Allegrini Family’s journey led them naturally to found new Estates in Tuscany. Firstly, in 2001, ‘poggio al Tesoro’ in Bolgheri: from some 50 hectares of carefully and meticulously tended vineyards, this estate produces wines that combine strength and elegance that since their

debut on the market have succeeded in winning acclaim from both the public and international critics alike. Then, in 2007, ‘San polo’ in Montalcino: again, Allegrini has risen to the challenge that Italy’s most famous wine-producing area inevitably represents, bringing together tradition and innovation to create wines of great elegance. Handled with craftsman-like care in a cellar ecologically designed to minimize energy wastage and the impact on the environment, the grapes preserve the ﬁnesse of the fragrances natural to Sangiovese conﬁrming San polo’s credentials as a new and already authoritative ambassador of Brunello’s aristocratic lineage. www.allegrini.it

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red Palazzo della Torre, Veronese IGT

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La Grola, Veronese IGT

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La Poja, Veronese IGT

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Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG

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Corte Giara is a collaboration of resources and skills between the extremely talented people at Allegrini and local grape growers in Veneto. The result is easy drinking and extremely well made

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wines that offer exceptional value for money. www.cortegiara.com

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Soave DOC

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Chardonnay Delle Venezie IGT

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Bardolino DOC

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Canti is the leading brand from Fratelli Martini Secondo Luigi S.p.A., the biggest family owned winery in Italy, ofﬁcially started in 2002 but its origins can be traced back further, in 1947, when the Martini brothers Secondo and Luigi turned their love for wines into a successful business. Canti is synonymous with Italy for millions of

people all over the world. It encompasses, in one complex, a high quality range of the best wines of Italian tradition, being much more than just a wine brand among many others. www.cantiwine.com

wHITe Pinot Grigio, Veneto IGT

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rOSÉ Pinot Grigio, Veneto Rosé IGT

red Merlot Terre, Sicilia IGT

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Veneto

Masi have become a phenomenon in the last few years and have been the go-to guys for many in the wine trade for Amarone. Their wines are perhaps a touch more traditional than others but once you smell the complex notes of dried fruits, cut grass

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and forest ďŹ&#x201A;oor itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to see why their reputation is so highly regarded. A must have wine on any decent restaurant list. www.masi.it

wHITe Masianco Pinot Grigio e Verduzzo delle Venezie IGT

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Bonacosta, Valpolicella Classico DOC

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Campofiorin, Rosso del Veronese IGT

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The Dal Cero family has transformed their Cà dei Frati property into a model Italian estate over the past two decades. Back in 1987, they had 12 hectares of vineyard but now, following the purchase of a large chunk of prime vineyard in 2008, they have over 100. This increase in quantity has been matched by an increase in quality and today they remain the best producers in Lugana. The secret to the success of the Cà dei Frati wines is

outstanding vineyards. Most producers in the zone overcrop and train the vines high. At Cà dei Frati, the vines are trained low, on single or double guyot, newer vineyards have a higher density of planting, and yields are well below the average for the zone. This wine is made from grapes grown on 10 to 35 year old vines, planted on calcareous and clay soil. www.cadeifrati.it

wHITe I Frati’ Lugana DOC

Four generations have worked at the pieropan family estate since its foundation in 1890, each contributing something different depending on their generation, their knowledge and their entrepreneurial spirit. Viticulture and viniﬁcation began with Leonildo, a doctor in the small town of Soave, who, driven by his understanding of biology and chemistry began working in the family vineyards and cellars. His sons, Fausto and Gustavo continued his work with great passion, but the turning point for the estate came with Leonildo, grandson of the

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founder who, with the force of his sense of vocation, carved out his own style. A belief in the central importance of the vine, an unceasing pursuit of quality and innovative winemaking processes are the key charactestics of the pieropan identity. Leonildo shares his great love of the earth with his wife, Teresita, and together they have instilled an appreciation of their family’s land in their sons Andrea and Dario, who run the estate with their parents. www.pieropan.it

wHITe Soave Classico DOC prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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Friuli - Venezia Giulia

Ca’ Bolani is one of the major producers of wine in Fruili and was purchased by the Zonin Group in the early 1970’s. There are now over 550 hectares making a range of the region’s classic grape varieties. Restored to its ancient splendour by the Zonin family, the Estate lies in the countryside near Aquileia, famous for its wines ever since the time of the Roman Empire. An authentic

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jewel in Friuli’s wine production sector , with the greatest area of vineyards in Northern Italy (550 hectares under vine) - the Ca’ Bolani Estate is capable of producing both elegant white wines and richly-structured reds. www.cabolani.it

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The Livon family company is fairly new in terms of production when in 1964 Dorino Livon bought his ﬁrst vineyard on the hills of the Collio and gradually added more to that. The farm grew year on year and after Dorino built his own wine cellar, his two sons joined the business in the 1980’s and started to diversify the production of wines. The 263 hectares property, including two wineries, lies between the towns of Chiopris and Viscone on a large plain which is rich in iron and alluvial soils. The plain

extends from the edge of the Veneto region in the west and the Colli orientali del Friuli region in the east with the Moreniche hills to the North. Each winery is equipped with the latest modern wine making facilities and barrique ageing cellars thus allowing the wine makers to express the surrounding vineyard’s individual characteristics to the full. The quality of Livon wines are recognised internationally and consistently by the Gambero Rosso. www.livon.it

wHITe Friulano, Collio Linea Classica DOC Braide Alte, Linea Cru IGT

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Friuli - Venezia Giulia

The Chiopris Villa, acquired by the Livon brothers in 1992 is an important addition to the Livon offering. Located in the foothills of the Colli orientali del Friuli, between the towns of Chiopris and Viscone, the 60 hectare property houses a newly renovated winery and luxury agri-turismo. Valneo and Torino Livon acquired the villa with the express purpose of maximising the potential of

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the Grave DoC, considered to be one of the best areas in Friuli for vine cultivation as the soil is rich in iron. Each winery is equipped with the latest modern wine making facilities and barrique ageing cellars, thus allowing the wine makers to express the surrounding vineyardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s individual characteristics to the fullest extent. www.villachiopris.it

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Located in Rondover, near porcia, in the most western part of DoC Friuli Grave and central part of DoC prosecco, the San Simone winery was founded in 1915. It takes its name from the 14th century chapel that is situated opposite the property. The vineyards are located in the Grave DoC area, in the municipalities of porcia and Azzano Decimo. The Brisotto family have now owned the

winery for ﬁve generations and today Chiara, Anna and Antonio Brisotto continue to make wine of great character. They are promoters of modern viticulture based on low yield of grapes per hectare. Currently the winery has 55 hectares under vine, with a further 40 hectares in the Friuli-Grave area to pick from. www.sansimone.it

SpArklIng Prosecco Frizzante DOC

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Friuli - Venezia Giulia

In 1956 Livio Felluga chose a map as the motif for his wine labels to underline a bond with the land that he loved very dearly. He bought his first plots in Rosazzo and set about tending his rows, firmly convinced that the quality he so single-mindedly sought came from the vineyard. Today, Livio Felluga is regarded as one of the seven most influential Italian winemakers. His Friuli Venezia Giulia-based operation is one of the most celebrated winery of northeastern Italy, a fame that reaches far beyond the confines

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of the region. Livio Felluga pinot Grigio is considered the top-end quality benchmark for its category; Terre Alte 2009 has been awarded Italy’s best white wine of the year; Sosso”, a world-class red, represents the estate among the Grandi Cru d’Italia; and Friulano is Friuli’s signature wine. Livio Felluga’s children are now running the estate: the ﬁfth generation goes on. www.liviofelluga.it

wHITe Sharjs Delle Venezie IGT

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Sauvignon, Collio DOC | Screw cap

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Friulano, Friuli Colli Orientali DOC | Screw cap

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Pinot Grigio, Friuli Colli Orientali DOC | Screw cap

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Vertigo Delle Venezie IGT

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Sosso Reserva Rosazzo Rosso, Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC

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Tuscany produces some of the great wines of the world in Chianti & Brunello di Montalcino as well as the world famous Super Tuscans from Bolgheri.

CHAPTER XX

Central Italy Central Italy encompasses the winemaking areas in Tuscany, Umbria, Marches, Abruzzo and Lazio. The most famous of these and perhaps the most famous of all Italian wine making regions is Tuscany. Tuscany produces some of the great wines of the world in Chianti & Brunello di Montalcino as well as the world famous Super Tuscans from Bolgheri. Tuscan wine has a rich, diverse history and origins which can be traced back as far as the fifth century BC. Considered one of

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Italy’s ‘greats’, Sangiovese is the mainstay in all but one of Tuscany’s seven red-wine DOCGs. Our portfolio contains some of the greatest names in Tuscan wine; Ruffino with premium wines from all over Tuscany is partnered with Antinori, one of the most prestigious Italian wine families as well as the historical Ricasoli, known as the creators of the modern recipe for Chianti Classico. This year we increase our Tuscan portfolio to include two wines from the widely respected Tenuta Argentiera from Bolgheri.

To the South of Tuscany lies the region of Umbria famed for the clean, crisp and fresh white wines from Orvieto and of course the world acclaimed Cervaro Della Salla from Antinori and to the east, Lazio known for producing Frascati. Along the Adriatic coastline of central Italy are the Marches and Abruzzo regions, both known for making great value for money wines. Our portfolio is enhanced this year with the addition of the Moncaro range of wines all offering terrific examples of the regions winemaking capabilities.

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Founded in 1877 at pontassieve, Florence, Rufﬁno is synonymous with the story of Tuscan winemaking. Classic wines such as Chianti Classico, Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino have always been the soul of Rufﬁno’s portfolio. The foresight of the winery and the desire of new exciting challenges, has also led to the creation of imposing Supertuscans and other wines produced with local and international grape varieties. Tradition and innovation. Experience.

Territory. Desire to reach excellence through passion and knowledge, in the vineyards as well as in the cellars. These are the fundamental values upon which Rufﬁno, with its Tuscan Estates, is built. Six estates located in the best growing areas of Tuscany, spread over 1500 hectare of land, with 450 hectares under vine. A historic, yet dynamic and modern winery. www.ruffino.com

wHITe Ponte d’Oro Galestro, Toscana IGT

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Libaio Chardonnay, Toscana IGT

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Ruffino Chianti DOCG

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Aziano, Chianti Classico DOCG

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Lodola Nuova, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG

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Riserva Ducale Oro, Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG

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Greppone Mazzi, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

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Tuscany

It is almost impossible to put into words the contribution that this dynamic estate has made to the wine industry in general let alone the Italian wine industry speciﬁcally. Their wines are without doubt considered by most to be the benchmarks that Italian wines should be judged. The House of Antinori are now

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celebrating 26 generations of being family owned but don’t let this fool you into thinking that this estate is only tied up in tradion and history. This is arguably one of the most innovative and at times courageous wineries in Italy. www.antinori.it

wHITe Villa Antinori Bianco, Toscana IGT | 37.5cl

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Santa Cristina Campogrande, Orvieto Classico DOC

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Villa Antinori Bianco, Toscana IGT

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Cervaro della Sala, Umbria IGT

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rOSÉ Cipresseto Rosato, Toscana IGT

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Villa Antinori Rosso, Toscana IGT | 37.5cl

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Santa Cristina Rosso, Toscana IGT

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Guado al Tasso, Bolgheri Superiore DOC

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Tignanello, Toscana IGT

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Solaia, Toscana IGT

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In the middle of the 1990s, Barone Ricasoli started a huge project to renew the vineyards in its Chianti Classico land, amounting to 245 hectares. The old vineyards (all planted at the end of the 1960s and the beginning of the 1970s), were ripped apart by Esca, with low densities per hectare and containing all the varieties belonging to Chianti Classico, but distributed randomly. So an excellent opportunity arose to renew and improve the vineyards, while introducing international varieties, such as Merlot and

Cabernet at the same time. Considering that most of the land was made up of rock and that the breaking up of the land had to be done using ploughs and explosives, the problem of reclamation proved to be complicated and hard right from the start. So far 204 out of 230 hectares have been replaced in Brolio, using modern preparation techniques and genetically selected material, all aimed at obtaining long-lived vineyards capable of producing high-quality grapes. www.ricasoli.it

wHITe Torricella, Toscana IGT

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Chianti, DOCG

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Brolio, Chianti Classico DOCG

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Casalferro, Toscana IGT

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ColledilĂ , Chianti Classico DOCG

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ColledilĂ , Chianti Classico DOCG | 1.5L

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Castello di Brolio, Chianti Classico DOCG | 37.5cl

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Castello di Brolio, Chianti Classico DOCG

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Castello di Brolio, Chianti Classico DOCG | 1.5L

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deSSerT Vin Santo del Chianti Classico DOC | 50cl prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

Tuscany

Castello di Fonterutoli has been owned by the Mazzei family since 1435. Today the estate boasts an area of 650 hectares of which 117 hectares are under vine. The vineyards are divided into four distinct grape growing areas: Fonterutoli, Siepi, Badiola, and

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Belvedere, each one responsible for making unique wines from carefully selected clones of Sangiovese that highlight the unique terroir of the land. www.mazzei.it

red Badiola, Toscana IGT | Screw cap

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Belguardo Serrata Maremma, Toscana IGT

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Tenuta Belguardo Maremma, Toscana IGT

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Castello di Fonterutoli, Chianti Classico DOCG

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Castello di Fonterutoli, Chianti Classico DOCG | 3L

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Castello di Fonterutoli Siepi, Toscana IGT (multiple vintages)

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Castello di Fonterutoli Siepi, Toscana IGT | 1.5L

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Castello di Fonterutoli Siepi, Toscana IGT | 3L

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The Tenuta Argentiera estate is situated on the coast of Tuscany between Livorno and Grosseto, about 100km south-west of Florence, on the southernmost border of the small but prestigious Bolgheri DoC zone. It is part of the former Tenuta di Donoratico estate owned by the Serristori, an inﬂuential Florentine family who were given permanent use of this land by the Medici family in 1512. In Etruscan times marshes, natural springs and silver mines (the name “Argentiera” derives from “argento,” Italian for silver) were found on the uplands of the estate making it an

important mining and farming area. Today the Tenuta is jointly owned by brothers Corrado and Marcello Fratini, renowned entrepreneurs from Florence, and Marchese piero Antinori. The owners of this delightful land have paid close attention to its ecological vocation and landscape. In the Bolgheri DoC zone Argentiera is both the closest estate to the sea and the highest in altitude, stretching from the plains up to the hills. www.argentiera.eu

wHITe Poggio ai Ginepri, Toscana IGT

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375 | 15139

red Argentiera Bolgheri Superiore DOC

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Tuscany

on leaving Valpolicella, cradle of Amarone and Allegriniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s native home, the family passed through Montalcino, to Brunello, and to their destination: San polo. The idea behind San polo was clear: to maximize the potential of the terroir, make the quest for quality a priority beyond compromise and offer our company and the market another opportunity to expand and develop, thanks to the prestigious wines of Montalcino. Those who know Montalcino understand the importance of the variation in altitude, the exposure to the sun, the soil composition in the vineyards and the

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role played by geographical location (slopes). This is why, at San polo, they feel very strongly about preserving the natural landscape, the speciďŹ c environment and all its beauty, via the philosophy that inspires their work both in the vineyards and in the cellar. San polo is a place well worth visiting - a tribute to the principles of integration with the environment; vineyards cultivated according to organic and sustainable farming principles and practices and a cellar dedicated to aesthetes and environmentalists alike. www.poggiosanpolo.com

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Bolgheri has been nothing short of a dream come true for the Allegrini family: a dream of establishing roots in a worldfamous area producing wines that capture the imagination of a cosmopolitan clientele. The was, in reality, a journey undertaken in stages, where the exchange of ideas slowly gave way to sensations, curiosity, learning and a sense of wonder until, ďŹ nally, a solid, concrete project emerged: poggio al Tesoro. The exceptional value and quality of the area, together with Allegriniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expertise and experience, has transformed poggio al Tesoro

into a reality: they produce wines with a distinctive personality, expressing power and complexity as well as elegance and depth. The Bolgheri project was initiated via a partnership with Leonardo Lo Cascio, a well-known entrepreneur and distributor of Fine Italian wines throughout the united States. After just a few years and a great deal of hard work, poggio al Tesoro is now a thriving 70 hectare (173 acre) Estate in prime Bolgheri winemaking territory. www.poggioaltesoro.it

wHITe Solosole Vermentino Bolgheri DOC

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Tuscany

The poliziano estate was formed in 1961 from an original nucleus of 22 hectares and has now reached 200 hectares, of which 120 are cultivated with DoC and DoCG vineyards. The work at the poliziano estate starts in the vineyards, eliminating the less favourably positioned sites and replanting where conditions of soil and climate are optimal. The greatest care is taken over production; the grapes are rigorously selected at varying stages, during ripening, when they are harvested and when they arrive

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in the cellar. Fermentation and maturation are carried out with the maximum attention: the extraction of the polyphenolic substances from their skins takes place in the new cellar in a very soft way and the choice of wood is carefully made. The poliziano aim is to produce and market wines which are highly representative of their category and which the customer can easily recognize and enjoy. www.carlettipoliziano.com

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Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG

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140 | E0159

Le Stanza

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Since 1950, Tenute Silvio Nardi have been working passionately on the production of prestigious and unique wines. The winery’s aim, both in vineyards and cellar, is to obtain ﬂavour and quality in the wines produced with Sangiovese of the two estates in Montalcino. Tenute Silvio Nardi draw their inspiration from the tradition, taking advantage of the research, always trying to keep intact their farm characteristics. “I want our wines to express the essence of every vineyard in that unique area of Tuscany known

as Montalcino”. This is Tenute Silvio Nardi’s mission explained by Emilia Nardi. The ﬁnesse and identity that Sangiovese grosso expresses in each vineyard of the two estates, so different in their soils and climates, are undeniable. Manachiara, exposed to the east where sun rises, offers full bodied and powerful wines. Casale del Bosco, in the west side where sun goes down, offers elegant and complex wines. www.tenutenardi.com

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124 | E015602

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

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230 | E015799

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG | 1.5L

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485 | E015899

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Marches

The company has three separate wineries, producing over 7 million bottles a year, situated in the principal viticultural areas of the Marche. This allows master winemaker, Giuliano d’Ignazi and world famous consultant oenologist, Riccardo Cottarella, to create a strong point of difference, placing the focus ﬁrmly on the wines and grapes of the Marche region. Moncaro has made its name over the years by combining two factors that typify the potential of this exciting region, the quality of its wines and a desire to

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push the boundaries both commercially and viticulturally. of the 1,700ha co-operative, all are controlled using integrated farming methods, a further 60ha are certiﬁed organic and 350ha have Eu certiﬁcation for ‘low environmental impact’. over the years, many of the Moncaro wines have won several important awards and accolades such as the ‘Italian White Wine of the Year’ trophy for Le Vele at the IWC Awards. www.moncaro.com

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Marche Trebbiano IGT

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Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classica ‘Le Vele’ DOC

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55 | 15114

Marche Rosso ‘Terre Cortesi’ IGT | Screw cap

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29 | 15116

Marche Sangiovese IGT

NEW |

AED

29 | 15115

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC | Screw cap

NEW |

AED

35 | 15117

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Caldora wines are produced from a collective of over 800 different growers ensuring a consistent style and quality of wine

with every vintage. An affordable range of wines suited to house pours and trattoria eating. www.caldoravini.it

wHITe Trebbiano dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Abruzzo DOC

AED

37 | 13388

Montepulciano dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Abruzzo DOC

AED

37 | 13389

Sangiovese Terre di Chieti IGT

AED

37 | 13390

red

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Marches & Lombardy

These great value wines have been a huge success, offering modern styled easy drinking wines with eye catching and

| Central Italy

simple packaging. As such they represent a great option for by the glass and banqueting. www.10international.com

wHITe Pinot Grigio, Lombardy IGT | Screw cap

AED

32 | 11956

AED

32 | 11957

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Schenk wines have an extensive team of viticulturists and analysts who make sure that they produce great quality wine at an affordable

price. These wines consistently deliver and never disappoint. www.schenk-wine.com

wHITe Frascati Classico Superiore DOC

AED

32 | 3695

Casa del Coppiere Portobello Bianco | 2L

AED

50 | 3688

Chianti Cantina delle Tore DOC

AED

34 | 3691

Casa del Coppiere Portobello Rosso | 2L

AED

50 | 3687

red

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Campania

Founded in 1986, Feudi di San Gregorio is today the symbolic mark of the enological renaissance of Southern Italy and of a culture of drinking; a time of rediscovering the identity of the Mediterranean ďŹ&#x201A;avours. To protect the tradition while pursuing all the potential. Enhancing the wines of Southern Italy such as Aglianico, Fiano di Avellino and Greco di Tufo, investing the

| Central Italy

hand and in the secular traditions of Irpinian viticulture, restoring a future to a unique environmental harmony. Today Feudi di San Gregorio is - and wants to be more and more - a place of encounter, of conďŹ rmation, of knowledge, of meditation, a laboratory of ideas and culture. www.moncaro.com

wHITe Fiano di Avelino DOCG

NEW |

AED

89 | 14254

Greco di Tufo DOCG

NEW |

AED

89 | 14255

Falanghina del Sannio DOC

NEW |

AED

89 | 14257

Primitivo di Manduria (Puglia)

NEW |

AED

55 | 14256

Taurasi DOCG

NEW |

AED

150 | 14259

Serpico Rosso Irpinia IGT

NEW |

AED

270 | 14258

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CHAPTER XXI

Southern Italy Encompassing the areas of Campania, Calabria & Puglia in the boot of Italy as well as the Island of Sicily and Sardinia, Southern Italy offers a diverse range of wines made with indigenous and noble grape varieties. This diversity has captured the attention of the wine world and at MMI we have made some fantastic additions to strengthen the portfolio. Campania, the birthplace of Pizza, is also home to some great wines made from indigenous varieties like Fiano and Taurasi. Joining us this year are six wines

puglia sardinia calabria

sicily

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Sicily, the fictional birthplace of The Godfather, is a small Island of impressive diversity.

from Feudi di San Gregorio. Founded in 1986, Feudi di San Gregorio is today the symbolic mark of the enological renaissance of Southern Italy. Sicily, the fictional birthplace of The Godfather, is a small Island of impressive diversity. International varieties such as Chardonnay and Merlot work well alongside the traditional varieites of Nero d’Avola and Grecanico. Planeta, our lead Sicilian agency, is a fantastic example of this diversity. Producing wines in Sicily since the 1600’s, Planeta champions the diversity of the Island with a family of critically acclaimed wines. Joining Planeta as new additions this year are the brilliant wines from Cusumano. Established in 2001 the Cusumano wines are range of wines that emphasise

the knowledge of Terroir. Their Nadaria range of wines are excellent wines to begin your Sicilian journey! Italy’s other Island, Sardinia is also a great land for viticulture. Here Vermentino for the whites offers a great clean & fresh drink. We are proud to add the famed wines from Argiolas to our portfolio this year. A winery with over 100 years winemaking experience and a range of four wines and two liqueurs adding breadth and depth to our Sardinian range in addition to the Sella & Mosca wines. Last but not least we introduce two wines from Fuedo dei Baroni from Calabria and we increase our current offering from Masseria Altemura with three new listings.

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| Southern Italy & Islands

Masseria Altemura is situated deep in the countryside of the districts of Torre Santa Susanna and of oria, in the heart of the Salento peninsula, an area permeated through and through with Mediterranean character and where the light, the breezes and the sea coalesce in a unique alchemy. As had been the case with pascotto Carissimo way back in 1222, Gianni Zonin saw in this area – and in Masseria Altemura in particular – the potential for contributing to the renaissance of wine production in puglia. There thus began a long period of planning followed by one of actual

refurbishment, involving the land and the buildings that now represent the heart of the estate’s headquarters. The total area of the property is over 300 hectares – of which 130 (soon to become 150) are vineyards and 40 consist of olive groves – thus ensuring substantial annual production. It is a single holding, restored with total respect for the environment and the original architecture. As in the time of the Counts Martini Carissimo, it now represents one of the ﬂagship estates in puglian agriculture. www.masseriaaltemura.it

wHITe Apulo Fiano - Chardonnay, Salento IGT

NEW |

AED

50 | 15225

NEW |

AED

50 | 15226

AED

65 | 9884

AED

65 | 15227

AED

73 | 9885

red Apulo Primtivo - Negroamaro, Salento IGT Negroamaro, Salento IGT Aglianico, Salento IGT Sasseo Primitivo, Salento IGT

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

NEW |

puglia

Meaning “tower by the sea,” Tormaresca is an exciting wine from the historic puglia region (the heel of the boot), one of the most promising regions in southern Italy. Both their estates are located within the best areas for high quality production: one in the Castel del Monte DoC and the other in the Salento DoC. Modern international grape varieties are allowed to express the

| Southern Italy & Islands

influence of the terroir of this special land in new and exciting ways. Native varieties such as Negroamaro and Aglianico are transformed by using the latest in viticultural practices to maximise ripeness and to increase the flavour profiles of these wonderful native grape varieties. www.tormaresca.it

wHITe Chardonnay, Puglia IGT

AED

55 | 98786

AED

55 | 98796

red Neprica, Puglia IGT Bocca di Lupo, Aglianico, Castel del Monte DOC

AED

170 | 98806

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| Southern Italy & Islands

Feudo dei Baroni represents Antonio Stattiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s excellent value range of Calabrian grape varieties Greco and Gaglioppo. Motivated by the high-quality wines Statti produces, Antonio has developed through Feudo dei Baroni an approachable, easy drinking

range that still emphasizes the high standards Statti sets in its winemaking, whilst also maintaining traditional wine reďŹ&#x201A;ective of local terroir.

wHITe Greco, Calabria IGT

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

32 | 15140

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

32 | 15141

red Gaglioppo, Calabria IGT

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Sicily

In the heart of Sicily lies the Feudo principi di Butera, in the province of Caltanissetta, which is recognised today as one of the best wine making regions in Italy thanks above all to its production of high quality, prestigious red wines. The 320 hectare estate also extends into the ancient lands of the Feudo Deliella and includes over 180 vineyards in an exclusive terroir, thanks to the warm and dry climate, which optimises the development and perfect ripening of the grapes, a sea breeze which carries all its beneﬁts to the vines and the warm, strong sunlight which is

| Southern Italy & Islands

so typical of the southern areas of the island. The Zonin family, owners of the Feudo principi di Butera since 1997, have always aimed to celebrate this unique, sun soaked and perfume rich land by producing world class wines which express the full force and soul of Sicily. “I am proud that our Sicilian estate is a bastion of quality and the rural way of life, an oasis of the traditions which we want to defend”. Gianni Zonin talking about the Feudo principi di Butera. www.feudobutera.it

wHITe Insolia, Sicilia IGT

AED

60 | E0160

Chardonnay, Sicilia IGT

AED

60 | E0161

Nero D’Avola, Sicilia IGT

AED

60 | E0162

Merlot, Sicilia IGT

AED

60 | E0163

red

Deliella, Sicilia IGT

AED

250 | E016501

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| Southern Italy & Islands

Established in 1995, planeta is a Sicilian wine producer built on a long agricultural tradition handed down since 1500 through 17 generations in the area between Sambuca di Sicilia and Menfi. Today planeta represents not just one, but six ways of developing the territory, in six different settings. There are, in fact, six planeta wine producing estates, each one with a specific research and development project. ulmo at Sambuca di Sicilia, Dispensa at Menfi, Dorilli at Vittoria, Buonivini at Noto, Feudo di Mezzo at Etna

in Castiglione di Sicilia, and ﬁnally, La Baronia at Capo Milazzo. These are the planeta locations, comprising a total surface area of more than 350 hectares of vineyards. Through its family properties, planeta can conduct a virtual journey around Sicily and its greatest wines. The stages are up-to-date and innovative yet consistent with a historical and ritualistic interpretation that elsewhere has almost been forgotten. www.planetawines.com

wHITe Segreta Bianco, Sicilia DOC | Screw cap

NEW |

AED

67 | 14147

Alastro, Sicilia DOC

NEW |

AED

85 | 14150

Eruzione 1614 Carricante, Sicilia DOC

NEW |

AED

115 | 14157

Cometa, Sicilia IGT

NEW |

AED

185 | 14154

Chardonnay, Sicilia IGT

NEW |

AED

185 | 14155

rOSÉ Rosé, Sicilia DOC | Screw cap

NEW |

AED

67 | 14148

Segreta Rosso, Sicilia DOC | Screw cap

NEW |

AED

67 | 14149

Plumbago, Sicilia IGT

NEW |

AED

85 | 14151

Merlot Sito dell’Ulmo, Sicilia IGT

NEW |

red

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

AED

185 | 14152

Sicily

| Southern Italy & Islands

Red Syrah Maroccoli, Sicilia IGT

NEW |

AED

185 | 14153

Santa Cecilia, Noto DOC

NEW |

AED

185 | 14156

NEW |

AED

180 | 14158

Dessert Passito di Noto, Noto DOC | 50cl

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| Southern Italy & Islands

From day one, the philosophy behind Cusumano has been to emphasise the importance of knowledge of terroir. The winery was established in 2000 with brothers Alberto and Diego who were aided by consultant winemaker Mario Ronco and his intimate knowledge of the Sicilian terrain. The locations of their vineyards allow for maximum expression of not only the indigenous Sicilian grape varieties, but also classic varietals that, according to Diego, evolve to take on their own Sicilian identity. The estate has developed

reputation for quality, due in part to Diego and Alberto’s setting the highest quality standards to every area of production, from vineyard to bottle to company identity. Their flagship wine, Noa, was the first wine ever to receive a Tre Bicchieri rating by Gambero Rosso on its very first vintage, and the Italian and International awards have been flooding in ever since. In 2013, Cusumano was named ‘Winery of the Year’ by Italian wine magazine Il Mio Vino. www.cusumano.it

wHITe Insolia, Sicilia IGP

NEW |

AED

54 | 15097

Angimbé Insolia - Chardonnay, Sicilia IGP

NEW |

AED

84 | 15098

Jale Chardonnay, Sicilia IGP

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

188 | 15099

red Merlot, Siclia IGP

NEW |

AED

49 | 15101

Nero d’Avola, Sicilia IGP

NEW |

AED

63 | 15102

Noa, Sicilia IGT

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

220 | 15103

Sicily

Following on the success of the family brand, Diego and Alberto Cusumano decided to launch the Nadaria brand as part of their portfolio offering. Nadariaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vineyards are situated in a prime location in Sardinia, as part of the ever expanding 400 hectares of Cusumano estate under vine. The purpose of this was to create a range of wines focused predominantly on international grape

| Southern Italy & Islands

varieties such as chardonnay, Viognier and Cabernet Sauvignon. The range presents wines which are very approachable, easy drinking and excellent value for money. The estate is under the guidance of a strong team, rich in experience of the viticulture and above all, with a strong passion for winemaking. www.cusumano.it

wHITe Grecanico, Sicilia IGP

NEW |

AED

35 | 15095

Chardonnay, Sicilia IGP

NEW |

AED

38 | 15096

NEW |

AED

38 | 15100

red Cabernet Sauvignon, Sicilia IGP

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| Southern Italy & Islands

Antonio Argiolas established the winery in 1918, committing his family and descendants to the Sardinian soil when he planted his ﬁrst vineyard in Serdiana. His sons Franco & Giuseppe Argiolas, along with their children, now run one of Sardinia’s ﬁnest wineries. Just North of Cagliari, in the beautiful southern Sardinian countryside, lies the Argiolas Estate, known for its crisp, refreshing white wines and its complex, exceptional reds. The renowned oenologist professor Giacomo Tachis has been

involved with the winery for over a decade and is responsible for creating Turriga, which is today considered to be one of Italy’s best red wines. The Argiolas winery has always preferred to concentrate on indigenous Sardinian grape varieties, and they are responsible for a resurgence of interest in Bovale Sardo. The estate comprises 230 hectares and is located in Serdiana, Trexenta and Sulcis. www.argiolas.it

wHITe Costamolino, Vermentino di Sardegna DOC

NEW |

AED

70 | 15081

NEW |

AED

61 | 15084

NEW |

AED

88 | 15082

rOSÉ Serra Lori Isola dei Nuraghi IGT

red Costera Cannonau di Sardegna DOC Turriga Isola dei Nuraghi IGT

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

375 | 15083

lIquOre Limoncello Benalonga

on trade exclusive | NEW |

Limoncello Tremontis

on trade exclusive | NEW |

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

AED AED

80 | 15153

145 | 15154

Sardinia

Situated in the northwest corner of Sardinia, just inland from the pretty, historic port of Alghero, this 1,600-acre property with more than 1,200 acres of vines is one of the largest wine estates in Europe. As Sardiniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s foremost wine producer, Sella & Mosca is renowned for premium wines made exclusively from estate-grown

| Southern Italy & Islands

grapes. The estate were awarded the prestigious Winery of The Year 2013 title by Gambero Rosso, testament to the great work and wines Sella and Mosca are producing. www.sellaandmosca.com

wHITe La Cala, Vermentino di Sardegna DOC

AED

65 | 106356

AED

59 | 106386

red Cannonau di Sardegna DOC Tanca Farra Alghero DOC

AED

115 | 106406

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It is thought that wine had been produced in the Bekaa Valley for around 3,000 years prior. Welcome to the ‘Ancient World’ of wine.

CHAPTER XXII

Lebanon At the height of the Roman dominance around 2,000 years ago the Empire stretched from one end of Europe to the other and from the British Isles to North Africa. With all of the ‘Old World’s’ wine regions to choose from for the site of their temple to Bacchus, the God of Wine the Romans chose the Bekaa Valley in what is now Lebanon.

BEKAA VALLEY

The ruins of the temple remain and so do the vineyards. It is thought that wine had been produced in the Bekaa Valley for around 3,000 years prior. Welcome to the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Ancient Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; of wine.

a hanging valley at 1km above sea level with pure air, free draining soils, a water supply replenished by spring snowmelt from the mountains looming on both sides and a long, warm and sunny growing season.

The Bekaa Valley remains an ideal place to grow vines;

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| Lebanon

Most of the World’s ﬁne wines fall into a classic style but Chateau Musar has forged its own. Quite a feat for a winery established less than a century ago far from what most would consider the world’s classic wine regions, particularly when this short lifespan has been punctuated by prolonged periods of war and civil strife. A combination of superb Bekaa Valley vineyards, tended organically, a hands off approach in the winery and an utter conviction on the part of successive Hochar winemakers

have allowed this rise to prominence. The wines of Chateau Musar are truly unlike any others on Earth. upon release both whites and reds unveil layer after layer complexity which develop with each passing decade. This perennial MMI favourite sees a change at the entry level with the Cuvée wines replaced by the mightily impressive Musar Jeune range; white, rosé and red. www.chateaumusar.com

wHITe Musar Jeune Blanc | organic

NEW |

Château Musar Blanc 2005 | organic

AED AED

77 | 14451

158 | 14455

rOSÉ Musar Jeune Rosé | organic

NEW |

Chateau Musar Rosé | organic

AED AED

77 | 14453

110 | 10229

red Musar Jeune Red | organic

NEW |

Chateau Musar Rouge 2004 | organic

NEW |

Château Musar Rouge 2002 | organic

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

AED

77 | 14452

AED

216 | 14454

AED

210 | 10562

Bekaa Valley

Massaya is more than a wine, more than a business; Massaya is the embodiment of modern-day Lebanon and a message of sophistication and civilization. Massaya relies on the honesty and integrity of its people to accomplish its high aims. Encouraging the individual creativity is essential, quality improvements are its crusade. This bijou winery, nestled between the mountains and

| Lebanon

the Mediterranean in the prized Bekaa Valley, produces a range of unique wines that captures the spirit of the Levant. By delivering top quality wine, Massaya shows that Lebanon is more than news headlines would have the world believe; Lebanon is the magical land of Bacchus. www.massaya.com

wHITe Classic Blanc | Screw cap

AED

55 | 7461

AED

55 | 7463

Classic Rouge | Screw cap

AED

55 | 7459

Silver Selection Rouge

AED

90 | 7473

rOSÉ Classic Rosé | Screw cap

red

Reserve ‘Gold Label’ Rouge

AED

190 | 7472

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CHAPTER XXIII

New Zealand New Zealand is now regarded internationally as producing some of the world’s great wine styles. The country’s unique maritime influenced climate and ancient alluvial soils, produce elegant wines with unparalleled flavor intensity. Wine is produced in both the North and South Islands throughout New Zealand, mainly on East Coast plains sheltered by mountains. Marlborough is New Zealand’s largest and most renowned region. Located on the northern tip of the South Island, Marlborough is world famous for Sauvignon Blanc and more recently its stunning

Gisborne Hawkes Bay

NELSON

MARTINBOROUGH Marlborough

OTAGO

“

The country is however much more than Sauvignon with a diversity between wine regions that would stretch from Bordeaux to Champagne if you were in France. steve smith mw, craggy range

Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines. Hawkes Bay, situated on the East coast of the North Island is becomingly increasingly known internationally for producing premium Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. “New Zealand is in a very interesting place in the world of wine. A very strong, identifiable and distinctive leading wine style being Sauvignon Blanc but with an ambition to move to styles beyond that, or even further stretching the boundaries with Sauvignon Blanc itself. Regions outside Marlborough, such as Martinborough and Nelson are starting to find their own distinctive Sauvignon Blanc styles, and within Marlborough there is more and more brave expressions driven largely by the use of wild yeasts and/or single vineyard bottling’s. The country is however much more than Sauvignon with a diversity between wine regions that would

stretch from Bordeaux to Champagne if you were in France. The New Zealand red wine story will be one that the world will hear more about over the next decade, driven by exemplary and distinctive Pinot Noirs from the likes of Martinborough and Central Otago. There are few places in the New World that have the ability to produce great examples of this capricious grape variety, and here New Zealand has a spectacular opportunity to makes its mark on the world of fine wine. Complementing this Pinot Noir story are the red wines of the Gimblett Gravels in Hawkes Bay where Syrah and the red varieties from Bordeaux make a suite of ripe, full bodied yet fine and elegant red wines that sit alongside some of the great examples of the Old World quite comfortably.” Steve Smith MW, Craggy Range

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| New Zealand

Lindauer’s international awards and critical acclaim have made it New Zealand’s most loved sparkling wine. Made from the grapes of Gisborne, Lindauer Brut Cuvée has received multiple awards which reﬂect the incredible quality for the price point. It’s not just New Zealanders who have come to love Lindauer either. Now sold in 14 countries, it’s New Zealand’s biggest sparkling wine export, with consumers and media all around the world recognising the value and quality of Lindauer’s diverse range.

Lindauer has recently had a packaging and logo refresh. The tui features on either side, a nationally recognised bird which represents history and provenance of Lindauer, synonymous with New Zealand. Known also as a talkative bird, the tui represents Lindauer’s place as both a social brand and the perfect drink to make any occasion something special. www.lindauer.co.nz

SpArklIng Sparkling Sauvignon

AED

50 | 13153

Brut NV

AED

50 | 13151

Brut Rosé

AED

50 | 13152

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Marlborough & Hawkes Bay

oyster Bay is one of the pioneers of sustainable viticulture in New Zealand and produce elegant, assertive wines from some of the best vineyards in the Marlborough and Hawke’s Bay regions. From its very ﬁrst vintage in 1991, oyster Bay has continued to

| New Zealand

deﬁne the very stature and style of New Zealand wines and has become the most successful New Zealand super-premium brand internationally. www.oysterbaywines.com

SpArklIng Brut

NEW |

AED

95 | 14397

Brut Rosé

NEW |

AED

95 | 14398

Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

73 | 7920

Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

73 | 7919

Merlot | Screw cap

AED

83 | 7922

Pinot Noir | Screw cap

AED

99 | 7921

wHITe

red

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Marlborough, Martinborough & Hawkes Bay

| New Zealand

The story of Craggy Range began with the desire to create a legacy. When businessman Terry peabody visited New Zealand in 1997, he was introduced to Master of Wine, Steve Smith. Terry sensed a new and exciting possibility in New Zealand, a potential he hadn’t seen elsewhere. The exceptional climate and the spirit of the people aligned with his own philosophy and desire to cut a new path. His ambition was not merely to emulate the greatest examples of wine styles in the world, he wanted to create new benchmarks with wines that would become internationally

regarded as New World classics.The two men made an important decision from the beginning – to pursue the Single Vineyard philosophy of winemaking – to select and source the best land and vineyards in the country, and to plant the vines perfectly suited to that soil and climate. Rich, red varieties in the warmer Gimblett Gravels winegrowing area and pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc from the cooler Martinborough region. Craggy Range was the ﬁrst in the southern hemisphere to adopt such an approach. www.craggyrange.com

wHITe Te Muna Road Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

85 | 11559

Kidnappers Vineyard Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

100 | 10141

Te Muna Road Vineyard Riesling | Screw cap

AED

100 | 10140

Les Beaux Cailloux Chardonnay

FWL* | 12464

red Te Kahu, Gimblett Gravels Vineyard | Screw cap

AED

110 | 10328

Te Muna Road Vineyard Pinot Noir | Screw cap

AED

190 | 10142

Sophia, Gimblett Gravels Vineyard

AED

230 | 101436

Le Sol, Gimblett Gravel Vineyard

FWL* | 12466

Te Kahu, Gimblett Gravels Vineyard | 1.5L

FWL* | 12470

Te Muna Road Vineyard Pinot Noir | 1.5L

FWL* | 12471

Te Quarry, Gimblett Gravel Vineyard | 1.5L

FWL* | 13299

Le Sol, Gimblett Gravel Vineyard | 1.5L

FWL* | 13300

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

Marlborough, Hawkes Bay & Central otago

The Wild Rock Wine Company is a producer of regionally diverse wines from a combination of owned, leased and contracted vineyards in Hawke’s Bay, Martinborough, Marlborough and Central otago. Wild Rock’s modern, unconstrained and

| New Zealand

memorable collection of wines speak uniquely of New Zealand and showcase some of the county’s best known varietals. www.wildrockwine.co.nz

wHITe The Infamous Goose Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

59 | 10144

Gravel Pit Red | Screw cap

AED

64 | 10145

Cupids Arrow Pinot Noir | Screw cap

AED

85 | 11900

red

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| New Zealand

Wither Hills lies at the heart of Marlborough natural abundance. The winery is named after the imposing Wither Hills ranges, which form a dramatic backdrop to the vineyards which enjoy long sunlight hours, cool nights and are nourished by the waters of the Wairau River. Established in 1994, the Wither Hills

winemaking team strive together - with their diverse skills and collective experience - to distil the natural beauty of Marlborough into ďŹ ne Wither Hills wines. www.witherhills.co.nz

wHITe Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

72 | E0187

Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

75 | E018606

red Pinot Noir | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

AED

155 | E0189

Marlborough

Established in 1985, Cloudy Bay Vineyards is situated in the Wairau Valley in Marlborough at the northern end of New Zealand’s South Island. This unique and cool wine region enjoys a maritime climate with the longest hours of sunshine of any place in New Zealand. Cloudy Bay has estate vineyards located at prime sites within the Wairau Valley, and long-term supply agreements with ﬁve Wairau Valley growers. The main varieties

| New Zealand

grown are Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and pinot Noir with lesser quantities of Gewürztraminer, Riesling, and pinot Gris. The winery takes its name from the bay at the eastern extremity of the Wairau Valley, which was named Cloudy Bay by Captain Cook on his voyage to New Zealand in 1770. www.cloudybay.co.nz

wHITe Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

200 | E0393

Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

205 | E0390

Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

FWL* | E039204-6

red Pinot Noir | Screw cap

AED

210 | E0391

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Central otago

| New Zealand

Felton Road is a small, artisan producer of pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Riesling. Established in 1991, and investing heavily in meticulous biodynamic viticultural practices (Demeter certified), Felton Road has quickly gained a reputation as one of New Zealand’s leading premium wine producers. The three estate vineyards are all located in Central otago’s Bannockburn sub-region. The winemaking maintains an emphasis on natural winemaking in a gravity flow winery: practices such as whole cluster, wild yeasts, and an absence of fining and filtration are

hallmarks of Felton Road’s wines. From their ﬁrst vintage in 1997, Felton Road wines ﬂew straight to the top of everyone’s score sheet, with praise such as “Stunning Debut”, “Best New Winery”, and “pinot Noir of the Year”. Winemaker Blair Walter attributes the high quality to the distinct Central otago soils and climate, the north-facing hillside vineyard, and meticulous care of the vines, not mentioning his skill and wide experience as winemaker. www.feltonroad.com

wHITe Dry Riesling | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

AED

138 | 1329111

Elms Chardonnay | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

AED

148 | 103611

Bannockburn Chardonnay | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

AED

161 | 1186110

Bannockburn Riesling | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

AED

150 | 1329011

Block 2 Chardonnay | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

on trade exclusive |

FWL* | 11862

red Bannockburn Pinot Noir | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

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210 | 11860

Cornish Point Pinot Noir | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

AED

260 | 10363610

FWL* | 103626

Calvert Pinot Noir | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic Block 3 Pinot Noir | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

on trade exclusive |

FWL* | E0185

Block 5 Pinot Noir | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

on trade exclusive |

FWL* | E0188

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

Hawkes Bay

Seeds for the joint venture that is the home of Metis were sown late in 2005 when pascal Jolivet, of the celebrated Loire valley winery bearing his name, ﬁrst sampled Trinity Hill’s Hawkes Bay Sauvignon at the Bleeding Heart Restaurant, owned by Trinity Hill partners Robert and Robyn Wilson.“It was so different from a Marlborough Sauvignon, so much more European in style that I

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immediately decided to visit Hawkes Bay with the Wilsons. I was very impressed with the soil and with the winery. We set up a joint venture which we have called Esprit Wines Limited, to capture the spirit of both countries” says pascal. Metis, a New Zealand Wine with a French Accent.

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110 | 10943

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Isabel Estate is nestled into the heart of the Wairau Valley in Marlborough, New Zealand’s largest and most successful wine producing area renowned for the production of exuberantly fruity Sauvignon Blanc and intensely aromatic wines - “I think that the Marlborough region has natural winemaking conditions; it is well

known for its Sauvignon Blanc and also this cool climate holds great potential for the increasingly explored varieties such as pinot Gris.” - Carlos orgiles. Winemaker www.isabelvineyard.com

wHITe Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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120 | E0543

Chardonnay | Screw cap

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135 | 1059405

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180 | E066205

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185 | 105936

red Pinot Noir | Screw cap

deSSerT Noble Sauvage | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Nelson

people thought Tim and Judy Finn were mad when they planted grapes back in 1978. New Zealand’s wine industry was insignificant but animal behaviourist Tim was determined to pursue a future in fine wine. Today Neudorf is regarded as one of the country’s finest wineries. Neudorf sits on a hillside around Nelson, in the Moutere area at the top of the South Island. The tiny village is home to great wine, sheep cheese, olive oil, gourmet mushrooms and artists. The area boast NZ’s highest sunshine hours. “That combined with

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our ancient gravel riddled clay soils give us a very special terroir,” says Tim, “the wine is made by a dedicated team. It starts with the vineyard, then the winery and through to the cellar door. Everybody is valuable and must bring an attitude of excellence. Hard work, and a healthy sense of humour help make great wine”. Robert parkers Wine Advocate says “Neudorf is one of New Zealand’s top wineries......wines suffused with minerality and nervosite.” www.neudorf.co.nz

wHITe Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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110 | 13681

Brightwater Riesling | Screw cap

AED

110 | 13682

Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

135 | 13679

Tom’s Block Pinot Noir | Screw cap

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140 | 13680

Moutere Pinot Noir | Screw cap

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240 | 13683

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Martinborough

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palliser Estate in Martinborough is a boutique vineyard with an international outlook, well established as a leading winery in the ultra premium grape-growing region of Martinborough. The company’s first vineyards were planted in 1984 and the wines being produced now reflect the characters being developed from these older vines. palliser Estate now has 85 hectares of premium land in Martinborough. The first wines were produced in 1989 with the ongoing philosophy being to produce wines of quality, distinction

and style. The success of this quality philosophy is reﬂected in the numerous medals and trophies that we have won both nationally and internationally since that ﬁrst vintage. palliser Estate offers ultra premium wines under the palliser Estate and pencarrow labels. The Estate range of wines has a well-established reputation both within the New Zealand and international markets. The pencarrow range offers quality, varietal wines with immediate appeal. www.palliser.co.nz

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75 | 10091

Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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84 | 10089

Pinot Gris | Screw cap

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99 | 10090

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Marlborough & South Island

Mud House produce award-winning wines from New Zealand’s best grape growing soils. We offer Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough and Aromatics from the Waipara Valley. Their focus on the earth is reﬂected in the name, and the commitment to nurturing the vineyards means the grapes reach optimum ripeness, varietal character and ﬂavour. These grapes become premium

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wines through a combination of innovative technology and the individual passion and artisan skill of the winemakers now led by Ben Glover (ex Wither Hills), the team captures the essence of the wine’s origin, ensuring the unique complexities of each region travel from the earth, through the vineyard, to the glass. www.mudhouse.co.nz

wHITe Pinot Gris | Screw cap

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70 | 10137

Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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75 | 10136

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CHAPTER XXIV

portugal Portuguese wineries are experiencing something of an export boom as the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rich tapestry of grape varietals become ever more understood and celebrated by discerning wine lovers looking for alternatives to the classic international names. Isolation has its disadvantages but one strong advantage for Portuguese wine is that the vast majority are made from a dazzling array of highquality vine varieties that are rarely found elsewhere.

DOURO DAO

ESTREMADURA

Charles Symington

For this reason MMI have added a selection of wines made entirely from the likes of Trincadeira/Tinta Amarela, Baga, Touriga Franca and Touriga Nacional. Casa Ferreirinha was recently distinguished by the prestigious “Wine&Spirits Magazine” with the award “Producer of the Year 2012”, an award based upon the consistent and high levelled classifications of its wines in the charts of the magazine’s “Top 100 Tasting” - turning the Casa Ferreirinha into “the great ambassador of the Douro Valley”, according to its editor Joshua Greene. We’ve added three wines at different prices points, with the Papa Figos representing particularly good value and being a must

try for any Mediterranean leaning restaurant. From Symington we have a refreshing and stimulating white – its sure to get your taste buds revelling whether or not you can remember the varietals (Malvasia Fina, Viosinho and Moscatel Galego)! In addition, one of Portugal’s true cult wines, Chryseia, is the result of partnership between the Symingtons and Bruno Prats, formerly of Chateau Cos D’Estournel. It is made from a judicious selection of grapes from prime vineyards of Quinta de Roriz and Quinta de Perdiz and adds a Classed Growth polish to a classically Portuguese wine – a great example to blind taste with Bordeaux fanatics.

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The Symington Family have long been the leading producers of premium quality ports in the Duoro Valley, indeed the combined sales of the family’s companies constitutes over a third of all premium port sold throughout the world. They recently diversiﬁed into table wines and for the ﬁrst time MMI now offer both a white and red example showing just how much the category has improved. The Altano Blanco is a fresh and fruity quaffer made

from indigenous varietals, while the Chryseia is the result of collaboration between the Symingtons and Bruno prats, former winemaker of Chateau Cos d’Estournel. This cult wine showcases typical portuguese varietals with the elegance and classicism associated with classed growth Bordeaux. www.symington.com

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53 | 14946

red Chryseia

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

NEW |

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333 | 14945

Douro

Casa Ferreirinha and its wines are synonymous with quality, time and art. Thus it has been since the company’s founding in the eighteenth century by Bernardo Ferreira, whose formula was reﬁned by his descendants, especially his granddaughter Dona Antonia Adelaide Ferreira, known affectionately as “Ferreirinha”. Dona Antonia’s values carried Casa Ferreirinha all the way to the present day and were crucial to creating and continuing this brand’s great wines as well as constituting a unique heritage and an unparalleled historical archive. Thorough knowledge of the

| portugal

Douro Superior region, the features of its climate and soil and carefully selecting the varieties to be used also came to be crucial to the company’s strategy. This strategy, backed by 250 years of experience in the Douro Region, in 1978 led Casa Ferreirinha to acquire Quinta da Leda, located at Almendra, with its very modern winery which was completed in 2001. The grapes of these vineyards, provided the basis for Casa Ferreirinha’s premium wines, including the stunning Quinta da Leda. www.sogrape.pt

red Papa Figos

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57 | 14780

Vinha Grande

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78 | 14781

Quinta de Leda

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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213 | 14782

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The pink Elephant has established itself as one of our most popular rosé wines in the list. Created speciﬁcally to be an ideal match for spicy foods, the combination of berry fruit ﬂavours and just a

touch of sweetness really does work with curries, Thai foods and spicy Chinese dishes. www.pinkelephantwine.com

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

AED

39 | 11993

Dao

Mateus’s distinctive and innovative bottle shape has stood the test of time since its inception during World War I and still commands attention due to its military styled ﬂask packaging. The famous rose wine, bottled with just a touch of sweetness and a slight petiance continues to be a global best seller and

| portugal

for the ﬁrst time has been joined in our portfolio by two fully sparkling wines, both of which represent fantastic value for money, whether your taste is for dry or demi sec ﬁzz. www.mateusrose.eu

SpArklIng Sparkling Brut

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42 | 14777

Sparkling Demi Sec

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42 | 14779

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42 | 1573

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These days there is a changing of the guard. The industry is getting younger and witnesses a new generation of quality-obsessed, visionary winemakers re-shaping the landscape. Paul boutinot, waterkloof estate, south africa

CHAPTER XXV

South Africa Gone are the days when South Africa was seen as a producer of mainly overripe, over extracted, bulk wines. Over the years it has shifted its focus from quantity to quality and today the industry rallies behind the slogan ‘variety is in our nature’ whilst moving by leaps and bounds. A complex and diverse natural environment means that there are no stereotypes in South African wine. While the industry is focused on achieving the quality

paarl stellenbosch franschhoek

standards that will ensure commercial success, there is also a realization that all farming practices need to be both environmentally sustainable and socially responsible, and South Africa leads the way in terms of production integrity. South Africa has the most Fairtrade-accredited wineries in the world. A winemaking history of 350 years means the country has plenty of tradition to draw on, but these days there is a changing of the guard. The industry is getting younger and witnesses a new generation of quality-obsessed, visionary winemakers re-shaping the landscape. In addition a constant discourse between the different sectors of the population are increasingly resulting in innovative and original style wines that

have reached international prominence, if not superstardom. In addition to record export levels, good prospects for the 2013 harvest, and the penetration of new markets, the industry is also buoyed by the growing confidence in South Africa as a top wine-producing country among high-profile international critics. These include the likes of Neil Martin, who reviews for Robert E Parkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world-famous The Wine Advocate, and who has singled out South Africa as currently the most exciting New World wine country. Paul Boutinot â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Waterkloof Estate, South Africa

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Nederburg is South Africa’s most-awarded winery with more awards earned on local and international shows than any other producer in the country. Just recently cellarmaster Razvan Macici was awarded the 2012 Diner’s Club Winemaker of the Year award and the winery itself announced the South African producer of the Year at the 2012 International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC). Nederburg is at the forefront of innovation with access to

leading-edge research and technology applied in wine-growing, managing climate change and winemaking. The winery has the resources and the know-how to pioneer new wine-growing areas and winemaking techniques and in addition, has a dedicated plant nursery propagating superior vine material for its own vineyards and those of its long-standing suppliers. www.nederburg.co.za

SpArklIng Premiére Cuvée Brut

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34 | 10644

Foundation Sauvignon - Chardonnay | 18.75cl | Screw cap

AED

14 | 11359FD

Winemaster’s Reserve Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

36 | 10435

Winemaster’s Reserve Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

36 | 10436

AED

36 | 15221

Foundation Rosé | Screw cap

AED

32 | 11557

Winemaster’s Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé | Screw cap

AED

36 | 11984

Foundation Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz | 18.75cl | Screw cap

AED

14 | 11360FD

Winemaster’s Reserve Shiraz | Screw cap

AED

38 | 10437

Winemaster’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

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38 | 10442

wHITe

Winemaster’s Reserve Pinot Grigio | Screw cap

NEW |

rOSÉ

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

paarl

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Winemaster’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot | Screw cap Winemaster’s Reserve Pinotage | Screw cap

NEW |

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38 | 10443

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38 | 15237

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52 | 10658

deSSerT Winemaster’s Reserve Noble Late Harvest | 37.5cl | Screw cap

Nederburg Heritage Heroes Nederburg’s award-winning winemaker Razvan Macici has created this selection of limited edition, affordably priced gourmet wines, each named to honour some of the major ﬁgures in South African

winemaking who have been a source of inspiration to him. These are the Nederburg Heritage Heroes...

wHITe The Anchorman Chenin Blanc | Screw cap

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89 | 15217

The Young Airhawk Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

NEW |

AED

89 | 15216

The Brew Master Bordeaux Blend

NEW |

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89 | 15218

The Motorcycle Marvel Rhone Blend

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89 | 15215

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Western Cape

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This is a winery steeped in history with its roots going back to the very beginning of the wine industry in South Africa. The historical home of Fleur du Cap is the Bergerkelder in Stellenbosch and as you enter the old cellar itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard not to get caught up in

the romance of wine. These wines deserve much more than an acknowledgement of their past, these are varietal wines that are generous in their fruit and in their quality. www.ďŹ&#x201A;eurducap.co.za

wHITe Sauvignon Blanc

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42 | 8515

AED

50 | 8514

red Cabernet Sauvignon

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Multi-region

Inspired by a Hungarian count whose charisma revolutionised winemaking in the Cape, the singularly noble pongrácz is South Africa’s leading Méthode Cap Classique. There are a great many things that need to come together to compose a single bottle of pongracz. Noble varietals, knowledge and craftsmanship are just

| South Africa

a few of the pieces of an ensemble that, once in play, forms the symphony that is one of South Africa’s ﬁnest Méthode Cap Classique. www.pongracz.co.za

SpArklIng Pongracz NV Method Cap Classique

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75 | 11341

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Devon Valley

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The House of J.C. Le Roux, South Africa’s ﬁrst and leading cellar dedicated entirely to the art of making sparkling wine, is acclaimed for its passion, craftsmanship and expertise in making fun loving sparkling wines to suit every palate. Named after the prominent French Huguenot, Jean Le Roux, the cellar is situated on part of the historic farm where he settled to grow vines after leaving his home in Normandy in 1704. Till this day The House of J.C. Le Roux

bears testimony to the contribution made by this illustrious family in the picturesque Devon Valley outside Stellenbosch. The ﬁrst sparkling wine, a Sauvignon Blanc, was made at The House of J.C. Le Roux in 1983 and MMI also offer the ever popular La Fleurette, a sweeter bubbly rosé. www.jcleroux.co.za

SpArklIng Sauvignon Blanc

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39 | 12145

La Fleurette Rosé

AED

39 | 12146

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Somerset West

Waterkloof is serious about wine in the most natural way. Its elegantly stark glass, steel and concrete edifice is an aesthetic masterpiece fit for the most discerning tastes but so are its wines, which are made in complete contrast in the most natural and honest way. Back to basics rules at this conservation-minded estate where an amphitheatre of bio-dynamic farmed vineyards allied with a non-interventionist style of winemaking, produces wines of vitality, which have a truly defining sense of origin. This aweinspiring destination on the outskirts of the Helderberg Winelands

| South Africa

is home to some superb wine collections: the flagship Waterkloof range; Circle of Life which encapsulates the ultimate essence of its vineyards; the elegantly expressive Circumstance range and the False Bay range for everyday wine enjoyment. Waterkloof’s fine dining ‘restaurant in the sky’ sits like an eagle’s nest on a promontory overlooking the farm and False Bay itself which has such in influence over its vineyards. www.waterkloofwines.co.za

wHITe Circle of Life White Blend | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

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Circumstance Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic Waterkloof Sauvignon Blanc | Bio-dynamic

AED

95 | 13233

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85 | 11542

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110 | 11545

rOSÉ Circumstance Cape Coral Rosé | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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85 | 11544

on trade exclusive |

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95 | 13234

red Circle of Life Red Blend | Screw cap | Bio-dynamic Circumstance Shiraz | Bio-dynamic

AED

110 | 11543

Circumstance Merlot | Bio-dynamic

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110 | 11576

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False Bay Wines is a range of truly ﬁne wines of real individual character and a sense of Cape terroir adventure at an affordable, everyday price.This easy-drinking yet quality driven collection is crafted by a passionate team led by winemaker Nadia Barnard, a traditionalist at heart and custodian of the Waterkloof Cellar on the elevated outskirts of the Helderberg Winelands. Waterkloof is best known for elegant European style wines, but with additional winemaking capacity and a wealth of excellent vineyards in and

around the Cape Winelands to pool from, the cellar also produces this signiﬁcant, pocket-friendly tier which inspires everyday wine enjoyment. Named after the bay which frames Waterkloof’s eagle’s view from the top of the Schapenberg outside Somerset West, False Bay Wines is an extension of the estate’s wine portfolio which fully adheres to the Waterkloof philosophy of uncompromised quality and is exceptional value for money. www.falsebayvineyards.co.za

wHITe Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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41 | 11538

Chenin Blanc | Screw cap

AED

41 | 11539

Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

41 | 11537

AED

41 | 11541

AED

41 | 11540

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41 | 15228

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red Shiraz | Screw cap Pinotage | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

NEW |

Durbanville

Martin Moore is the larger-than-life winemaker of Durbanville Hills whose energy and enthusiasm transmits itself throughout his team. These wines are brilliant and shows just how far South African wine has come in the last few years. The Chardonnay is delicate and focused, the pinotage ďŹ rm but elegant. Durbanville Hills are commited to developing a just society within South Africa and have worked tirelessly to provide schooling, housing and

| South Africa

partial ownership of the vineyard for the farmworkers. Now in its second decade, the vineyard was extremely proud to announce that one of children of the very original recipients of the program had gone through his entire education through the partnership and had graduated from university last year. www.durbanvillehills.co.za

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66 | 106516

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60 | 106536

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Stellenbosch

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Vergelegen was established in 1700 and began a long history of growing wines in a pioneering manner. Today, innovation and tradition work hand in hand to create the Vergelegen wine portfolio. over 3000 soil holes were dug and satellite mapping used to determine the very best sites for individual vines. Supporting this innovation in wine is South Africa’s largest private environmental project which saw Vergelegen declared

and remaining South Africa’s ﬁrst Biodiversity in Wine Initiative Champion. The latest review of Vergelegen’s wines by Tim Atkin, a renowned Master of Wine, saw twelve wines from the current vintage rated at 90 points and above. Clearly innovation and tradition have created great harmony! www.vergelegen.co.za

wHITe Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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66 | E0563

Chardonnay | Screw cap

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66 | E0562

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66 | E056404-6

red Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon

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125 | E050904-6

Red G.V.B.

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205 | E051001-6

Vergelegen V

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400 | 102546

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Franschhoek

Boekenhoutskloof was established in 1776. Located in the furthest corner of the beautiful Franschhoek valley, the farm’s name means “ravine of the Boekenhout” (pronounced Bookn-Howed). So that you know - Boekenhout is an indigenous Cape Beech tree greatly prized for furniture making. Winemaker

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Marc Kent is the chief winemaker and driving force behind the dynamic farm. A maverick spirit, Marc is unafraid to experiment with the unconventional, but his principal commitment is to quality on every level and in every detail. www.boukenhoutskloof.co.za

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47 | E024306

Porcupine Ridge Viognier - Grenache Blanc | Screw cap

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70 | E068104-06

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47 | E0242

The Wolf Trap Red | Screw cap

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50 | E024105

Porcupine Ridge Merlot | Screw cap

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70 | E0244

Porcupine Ridge Syrah | Screw cap

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70 | E0246

rOSÉ The Wolf Trap Rosé | Screw cap

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Chocolate Block

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185 | E024705-6

Boekenhoutskloof Cabernet Sauvignon

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215 | E0551

Boekenhoutskloof Syrah

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245 | E0550

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Few places in the world can claim to have all a wine lover could desire. Boschendal Winery is one such unique destination. only an hour’s drive from Cape Town, this magniﬁcent winery is situated in the picturesque Groot Drakenstein Valley, at the gateway to Franschhoek. A veritable feast for the senses, Boschendal lays claim to a proud winemaking tradition stretching back to the late 17th century. From award winning wines, to ﬁne dining and exquisite grounds, this world class estate seamlessly blends its rich past

with a tireless commitment to constant innovation. Boschendal’s winemaking philosophy considers the estate’s tremendous natural heritage ﬁrst and foremost. Their vision is to balance tradition and experience with contemporary innovation, to produce classic wines with modern New World attitude that are uniquely Boschendal. Emphasis is placed on intensity of ﬂavour and mouthfeel, with well-judged oaking that enhances but never overpowers. www.boschendal.com

wHITe Classics Rachel’s Chenin Blanc | Screw cap

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42 | 9872

1685 Sauvignon Blanc Grand Cuvée

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70 | 98746

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42 | 98766

Classics Lanoy Cabernet - Merlot

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45 | 98736

1685 Shiraz - Cabernet Sauvignon

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79 | 98756

1685 Shiraz

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79 | 101356

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

paarl

Fairview owns vineyards in the leading viticultural areas in the Western Cape, each with their own unique terroir. When Fairview began bottling wine under its own label in 1974, the farm operated as an estate, with all grape growing and wine production taking place on the paarl premises. Charles Back

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abandoned the estate wine concept in the 1980s choosing rather to â&#x20AC;&#x153;go where the terroir isâ&#x20AC;?, which opened up the opportunity to produce a wider range of wines, using grapes that are grown in optimal conditions. www.fairview.co.za

wHITe Goats Do Roam White | Screw cap

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45 | 7597

Sauvignon Blanc

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50 | 7600

Goats Do Roam Red | Screw cap

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45 | 7596

Pinotage

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60 | 7599

Shiraz

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60 | 7601

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Douwe Steyn was brought to South Africa as master stone mason to build and oversee the building of the Castle of Good Hope in 1663, in 1692 he purchased his own property consisting of over 1000 hectares and whilst this original vineyard has dwindled down to a mere 500 hectares in size, it has remained in the same family throughout this time. In 1928 the ﬁrst bottled wine was produced

from the family’s estate, now renamed Stellenrust. under the enthusiasm of two energetic wine aﬁcionados of the family; one a doctor, one an accountant and a new 2,000 tonne winery, the winery has taken on a new emphasis in the last few years and this treasured piece of land is ﬁnally living up to its vast potential. www.stellenrust.co.za

wHITe Kleinerust Chenin - Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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37 | 13202

Kleinerust Semi Sweet White | Screw cap

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37 | 13204

Premium Estate Chenin Blanc | Screw cap

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50 | 13205

Chenin Blanc Barrel Fermented

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115 | 13207

red Kleinerust Pinotage - Shiraz | Screw cap

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37 | 13203

Premium Estate Pinotage | Screw cap

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53 | 13206

Cornerstone Pinotage | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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115 | 13208

Stellenbosch

The Winery of Good Hope is more than just a business - it is a way of life. The winery is driven by a set of ethical and sustainable principles that make it so much more than just a winery. The wines of course have to be good and they are, but the philosophy

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here is the drive to ensure that the people who made South Africa the country that it is are looked after. www.thewineryofgoodhope.com

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37 | 9869

Bush Vine Pinotage | Screw cap

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40 | 9871

Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot | Screw cap

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40 | 9870

Reserve Pinot Noir | Screw cap

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90 | 10655

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Situated on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain, in the heart of South Africa’s most famous wine region Stellenbosch, the vineyards are commonly referred to as the Home of Chenin Blanc and other premium award-winning wines. over the years the range of top quality wines has received massive national and international acclaim with literally hundreds of awards and accolades over the last 20 years. Ken Forrester’s philosophy has always been to create a range of handcrafted, individually

made wines that suitably complement a wide variety of food styles and provide excellent value. The vineyards are organically farmed, herbicide and insecticide free, requiring more labour intensive farming practices, which has the bonus of supplying much needed employment for the local community. The winery is WIETA accredited and a BWI member, taking “organics” from the soil to the people. www.kenforresterwines.com

wHITe Old Vine Reserve Chenin Blanc | Screw cap

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FMC (Forrester Meinert Chenin Blanc) | Screw cap

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70 | 106486

270 | 106496

red Petit Cabernet-Merlot | Screw cap

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40 | 106526

Renegade Shiraz-Grenache | Screw cap

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90 | 106576

The Gypsy Grenache - Syrah | Screw cap

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AED

280 | 12292

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189 | 106596

deSSerT T Noble Late Harvest

| 37.5cl | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Stellenbosch

Brampton represents a range of up-front, fruit-driven wines with a strong, colourful personality, reﬂected in modern and stylish packaging. Brampton’s name pays tribute to the champion Jersey bull Brampton Beacon Bloomer, who was imported from Canada to add vitality and vigour to a local prize-winning Jersey herd. The Brampton experience has been taken to the

| South Africa

ﬁrst Brampton Studio, a stylish, chic and intimate venue in the heart of Stellenbosch. The Brampton Studio will be the face of this diverse range of wines which has achieved critical and commercial success due to quality and the commitment of over delivering on the price-to-quality ratio. www.brampton.co.za

wHITe Brampton Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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42 | E0641

Brampton OVR | Screw cap

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42 | E0643

Brampton Shiraz | Screw cap

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55 | E0644

Brampton Cabernet Sauvignon | Screw cap

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55 | E0645

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These wines have been causing a storm since hitting our portfolio and offer exceptional value for money. Sourced from premium growers from selected vineyards in and around the Stellenbosch

area and viniﬁed by the origin team, the wines are all about expressing the varietal characteristics with an African edge. www.stormhoek.com

wHITe Chenin Blanc | Screw cap

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35 | 12138

Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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35 | 12139

Chardonnay | Screw cap

AED

35 | 12140

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35 | 12141

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35 | 12142

rOSÉ Merlot Rosé | Screw cap

red Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

paarl

In 2012 Glen Carlou celebrated its 25th vintage – a comparatively young estate in the South African wine industry and have built a reputation as one of South Africa’s leading producers. under the ownership and management of the world-renowned Hess Family, they continue to produce wines of exceptional quality and consistency, growing from strength to strength. Since 1985, the estate has had only had three winemakers - whose collective passion has ensured that Glen Carlou has produced consistently

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exceptional wines for almost three decades. Consistency, expertise and a commitment to always deliver beyond expectation is what Glen Carlou strive for with every bottle of wine. This is why they are known as the ‘Curators of Classic Wines’. Glen Carlou is a Member of the Biodiversity and Wine Initiative and is fully certiﬁed as sustainable through the integrated production of Wine program. www.glencarlou.co.za

wHITe Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap Quartz Stone Chardonnay

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75 | 13578

120 | 13580

red Syrah Gravel Quarry Cabernet Sauvignon

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75 | 13579

175 | 13581

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paarl

| South Africa

While wines from the “old World” are more focused on delivering regional or smaller appellation based wines in an understated, subtle style; “New World” wines are made to please the modern consumer with juiciness, soft tannins and upfront aromas. The Five Climates range of single cultivar wines aim to make friendly New World wines, but still with a real sense of place – in this case a distinctly regional wine, blended artfully

from 5 different climatic areas in the renowned paarl wine growing region where grapes have been grown & wine made for more than 350 years. The style is marked by the sunshine & mild but wet winters, the maritime inﬂuence of a nearby ocean, the protected river valleys, the exposed mountain slopes and the effect of violent windstorms. www.bolandcellar.co.za

wHITe Five Climates Chenin Blanc | Screw cap

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43 | 12666

Five Climates Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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43 | 12667

Five Climates Pinotage | Screw cap

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43 | 12668

Five Climates Shiraz | Screw cap

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43 | 12669

Cappupinoccinotage | Screw cap

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43 | 12670

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Robertson

De Wetshof Estate in the Robertson Valley is a premium Chardonnay House in South Africa, creating an exciting range of styles, so highlighting the diversity of this varietal. This family-owned estate combines good common sense, viticultural

| South Africa

and oenological practices with the latest technology, to create a distinctive portfolio of top quality wines for domestic and international markets. www.dewetshof.com

wHITe Danie De Wet Unwooded Chardonnay | Screw cap

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36 | 9930

Limestone Hill Chardonnay | Screw cap

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55 | 72386

De Wetshof Estate Sauvignon Blanc

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60 | 7241

De Wetshof Estate ‘Finesse’ Chardonnay

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85 | 15057

De Wetshof Estate ‘Bateleur’ Chardonnay

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177 | 7236609

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The Bouchard Finlayson winery remains a leader in producing world class wines from South Africa, in particular pinot Noir. Growing on the slopes of Galpin peak in the Walker Bay region, repeated vintages of this path-blazing wine continue to reﬂect a true celebration of pinot-crafting, endorsing the Hemel-enAarde (Heaven and Earth) Valley as a jewel in the terroir search for excellence with this illusive grape. peter Finlayson (one of the founding members of the Cape Winemakers Guild) was the ﬁrst

modern day winemaker in this valley. The unique and individual vineyard practices are based on the Burgundian principal of highdensity planting with low yields from the individual vines. 9000 vines are planted per hectare. This high density planting is unique to Walker Bay and improves fruit concentration, which is so essential to the making of truly great wines. www.bouchardfinlayson.co.za

wHITe Crocodile’s Lair / Kaaimansgat Chardonnay

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105 | 8033

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230 | 8032

red Galpin Peak Pinot Noir

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Stellenbosch

Located on the red slopes of the Helderberg and Simonsberg hills surrounding Stellenbosch lies this historical estate. First planted in 1682, the vineyard and homestead have a rich and troubled history falling in out of of various hands. In 1941 peter Barlow and his

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wife purchased the property and set about restoring it to its former glory. Simon Barlow took over the reins of the family business in 1987 and the wines have just got better and better since then..... www.rustenberg.co.za

wHITe Chardonnay | Screw cap

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120 | E030303

John X Merriman

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145 | E0302

Peter Barlow Cabernet Sauvignon

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200 | E0634

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To place your footprint upon this world you need to leave the well-trodden path. It is this urge that embodies the essence of Footprint wines, created to be unique and perfect expressions of the ﬂavours and tastes of South Africa, whilst at the same time being effortlessly enjoyable. Winemaker Mike Graham is veteran of 35 harvests in South Africa and 7 harvests in France and was

one of the ﬁrst ‘ﬂying winemakers’ in South Africa. This group of winemakers were pioneers who travelled across the globe to share their passion and knowledge of winemaking. Enjoy Footprint wines and let the taste take you on journey of exploration with Mike through the vineyards of the Cape. www.africanpridewines.co.za

wHITe Chenin Blanc - Semillon | Screw cap The Long Walk Chardonnay

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29 | 98486

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33 | 11033

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29 | 98496

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34 | 10034

red Merlot - Pinotage | Screw cap The Long Walk Cabernet Sauvignon

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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The Cape Sugarbird with its distinctively long tail feathers is endemic to the Cape Floral kingdom, one of the smallest but also one of the richest ﬂoral kingdoms in the world. It feeds on the delicious nectar of protea ﬂowers and is often spotted in vineyards.

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In graceful ﬂight the Cape Sugarbird embodies the unique biodiversity and natural beauty of the Cape. Likewise Cape Grace wines embody the rich and distinctive terroir of South African wines. pure sunshine in a wine!

wHITe Chenin Blanc | Screw cap

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31 | 13211

Pinotage | Screw cap

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31 | 13213

Shiraz | Screw cap

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31 | 13212

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Zevenwacht, on the Stellenbosch Wine Route, offers panoramic views of Table Mountain, Table Bay and False Bay. Derived from Dutch “Seven Expectations”, this is a modern family owned and managed Estate, with a 300 year history. The wines of Zevenwacht are distinguished by their classic style and ﬁnely crafted elegance. Cellar Master, Jacques Viljoen, honours century-old winemaking traditions, yet welcomes the contribution that modern technology makes to the viniﬁcation of premier wines. A leader in wine

tourism, Zevenwacht was one of the ﬁrst Wine Estates to establish a restaurant, hotel and conference facilities. outstanding service and relaxed sophistication are the hallmarks of the Estate’s character. Zevenwacht is a member of the Biodiversity and Wine Initiative. This initiative is aimed at alleviating the impact of agricultural activities on the environment and we conserve some 80 hectares of fynbos to the Renosterveld Conservancy. www.zevenwacht.co.za

wHITe 7even Blanc | Screw cap

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55 | 12032

Chenin Blanc | Screw cap

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55 | 8619

Flagship Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

65 | 12558

360 Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

AED

85 | 12559

7even Rood | Screw cap

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55 | 12033

Pinotage | Screw cap

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65 | 12560

Flagship Cabernet Sauvignon

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75 | 8620

red

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Constantia

Steenberg Vineyards carries the distinction of being the oldest farm in the historic and scenic Constantia Valley, having been established in 1682. The vineyards cling to the slopes of Steenberg (Stone Mountain), part of the Table Mountain range, and within the footprint of the Cape Floral Kingdom â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a world heritage site.

| South Africa

Facing east, the vines enjoy the cool morning sun, and coupled with maritime inďŹ&#x201A;uences like regular coastal fog and cooling sea breezes, as well as a moderate Mediterranean climate, idyllic conditions to create wines distinctive in character and complexity. www.steenberg-vineyards.co.za

wHITe Klein Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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50 | 9926

Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

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75 | E0559

red Steenberg Merlot

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100 | E0560

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The story of sweet! is one of enjoyment, friendship, family, good times and simply good wine. sweet! red and white wines are the new face of South African wines, carefully blended from premium varieties to offer simple yet sophisticated enjoyment. Beverage industry experts tell us the year’s most trendy adult beverage in the u.S. is sweet red wine. Building on the momentum of the past few years for bestsellers like moscato, sales of sweet reds were up over 60% in 2012 and are predicted to continue an upward trend through 2013. These wines are not the same as those made with grapes that are considered sweet, such as red zinfandel.

Instead, these trendy reds are crafted with “residual sugar,” which increases their sweetness to a level that has some wine snobs running for cover. But there’s no denying that people love the new offerings. Their biggest fans tend to be young wine or beer drinkers who missed out on traditional rules about what to drink with what; they’re looking for alternative beverages to pair with casual, highly ﬂavored foods—or just something tasty to sip. At the same time, older consumers are also ﬁnding sweet reds accessible, versatile, and delicious. www.sweeterwithsweet.com

wHITe sweet! White

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30 | 14244

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30 | 14245

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Although French and Italian wines are very popular, Spain continues to be the country with the largest area of vine cultivation in the European Union and the world.

CHAPTER XXVI

spain rias baixas

In Spain wine is served daily at “la comida”, the large midday meal, as well as at dinner. There is no ritual opening, sniffing or glass swirling, the bottle is simply set in the middle of the table for all to share and is humbly considered part of the meal, an essential compliment to the food. Quality Spanish wine is not hard to find in Spain or anywhere in the world and generally will not empty your wallet. That is because Spain is a major player in world wine production, not just consumption. Although French and Italian

rioja ribera del duero rueda

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wines are very popular, Spain continues to be the country with the largest area of vine cultivation in the European Union and the world. In addition, of the three largest producers, Spain is the only one whose production is on the increase. MMI are proud to continue our long standing relationship with Torres, a wine ‘brand’ that has once again been named as one most admired in the world. Despite being Spain’s biggest producer, this family owned winery continues to set the bar in terms

of quality with their constant drive to improve and diversify, the range only becomes more interesting. This year we’ve also added some exciting new wines from the iconic Freixenet winery, their Mia (meaning ‘mine’) still wines are great quaffers and are their first foray away from their traditional Cavas. For something a little different we’ve teamed up with Vila Viniteca, an icon of Catalan gastronomy with many wine making projects throughout the country. Especially look out for “El Perro Verde” (the Green Dog) Rueda, a serious style Verdejo that certainly stands out from the crowd.

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Torres was founded in 1870 and is today the most recognizable name in Spanish wine and is the world’s leading Spanish wine brand. Still 100% family owned, fourth generation Miguel Torres now leads the company. The American publication, Wine Enthusiast, recently recognised his vision and leadership in the wine industry, in a career spanning more than 50 years, with a prestigious lifetime achievement award. Torres own 1700 hectares in Catalonia, which provides a quarter of their production. They make up the shortfall by buying in grapes, but unlike many other

big companies, they don’t buy wine. Moving out of their Catalan home, they also make wine from their 40 hectare estate in Toro, and a 140 hectare Jumilla property. They own a small cellar in Ribera del Duero and also offer fantastic wine from the iconic Rioja region. Torres’ diverse portfolio of wines are frequent award winners and they are also becoming increasingly recognised for their sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to wine production. www.torres.es

wHITe Viña Sol, Catalunya DO | 37.5cl | Screw cap

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24 | 9909

Viña Sol, Catalunya DO | Screw cap

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46 | 1958

Viña Esmeralda, Catalunya DO | Screw cap

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49 | 7583

Gran Viña Sol, Penedes DO Screw cap

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54 | 1959

Fransola, Penedes DO

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125 | 83816

Milmanda, Conca de Barbera DO

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220 | 83826

rOSÉ De Casta Rosé, Catalunya DO | Screw cap

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44 | 7584

Sangre de Toro, Catalunya DO | 37.5cl | Screw cap

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26 | 9910

Sangre de Toro, Catalunya DO | Screw cap

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49 | 1955

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Multi region

Coronas, Catalunya DO | Screw cap

| Spain

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50 | 1950

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59 | 14960

Atrium Merlot, Penedes DO

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60 | 6304

Ibericos, Rioja DOCa

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69 | 11775

Gran Coronas, Penedes DO

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73 | 19536

Celeste, Ribera del Duero, DO

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86 | 89956

Gran Sangre de Toro, Catalunya DO

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Salmos, Priorat DOQ

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135 | 9908

Mas La Plana, Penedes DO

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240 | 1952

Grans Muralles, Conca de Barbera DO

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400 | 19546

Reserva Real, Penedes DO

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500 | 19606

Dessert Moscatel Oro Floralis, Espa単a DO | 50cl

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Axial Vinos, founded by the former Torres export director Louis Geirnaerdt, works together with local winemakers, to make wines which are modern without forgetting their origin. All three wines

selected from Axial are great examples from the individual regions Rueda, Bierzo and Campo de Borja. www.vinosdeagranza.com

wHITe Esperanza Verdejo Viura, Rueda DO

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39 | 11915

La Mano Mencia, Bierzo DO

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33 | 11916

Penelope Sanchez, Campo de Borja DO

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49 | 13374

red

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Rioja

Marqués de Riscal Reserva wines are predominantly made from Tempranillo vines over 15 years of age, grown in the best claylimestone soils of the Rioja Alavesa. The Graciano and Mazuelo varieties, whose presence in the blend does not exceed 10%, provide crispness and a lively colour. Riscal Reservas spend around

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two years in American-oak casks, producing a wine which corresponds to the classic Rioja style: fresh, ﬁne, elegant and very suitable for laying down for many years. www.marquesderiscal.com

wHITe Rueda Blanco DOCa

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54 | 9106

Viña Collada DOCa

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43 | 12675

Rioja Reserva DOCa

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95 | 9104

red

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The Cune company began in 1879. Today it still sits on its original site, in the wine district, Barrio de la Estaci”n, in Haro, Rioja Alta. The Haro winery comprises a collection of structures and cellars, most dating from the 19th century, arranged around a central patio. Above the

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190 | 910505

cellars are the winemaking, bottling, and shipping facilities, conserved to this day. At Cune, the winemaking process continues with the same dedication and care as it started in the company’s early days. www.cvne.com

red Rioja Crianza DOCa

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Marqués de Cáceres is one of Rioja’s most prestigious wineries, situated in Rioja Alta. The Marqués de Cáceres reds are admired for their high concentration of fruit and subtle oak inﬂuence imparted

from new French oak, rather than the commonly used American oak. The winery also produces fresh aromatic white and Rosé wines. www.marquesdecaceres.com

wHITe Rioja Blanco DOCa

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49 | 8074

Rioja Rosado DOCa | Screw cap

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49 | 8079

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74 | 8072

rOSÉ

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144 | 8071

Rioja Gran Reserva DOCa

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166 | 8070

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

penedes

Freixenet (pronounced “fresh-eh-net”), best known for its Cordon Negro, is a family-owned company that grew from humble beginnings in rural Catalunya. The roots of Freixenet stretch back to 1861 and are embedded in the history of two longstanding winemaking families, the Ferrers and the Salas, whose expertise, determination and ingenuity would intertwine to form the foundation of the company that today is the world

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leader in sparkling wines made using the traditional method of secondary fermentation in the bottle. Cordon Negro Brut is Freixenet’s most popular cava, often referred to as the “Black Bottle Bubbly.” It is the #1 imported sparkling wine in the world and still ideal for any occasion. www.freixenet.com

SpArklIng Cordon Negro, Cava DO Elyssia Rosato

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60 | 3063

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98 | 15021

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50 | 15435

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50 | 15436

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In their wine making venture, Gramona always remember their roots and their land, the identity of Gramona. In this way, the tradition of more than 125 years mixes with the desire and passion to innovate, bringing about new sensations and emotions in each bottle. Based in the heart of the penedes, Gramona creates ďŹ&#x201A;avours and aromas. Combining the essence of the Mediterranean and beneath the eternal gaze of the Montserrat mountain range,

their family transforms the most precious single element, the grape, into cavas and wines of great character. In their wines they seek the ultimate expression of a soil of exceptional capacity and variation, as well as to uphold the tradition of the wines of thier land. Moreover, Gramona are famous for leading the search for know-how to improve work in the vineyard and in the cellar. www.gramona.com

SpArklIng Gramona Imperial Cava DO

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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161 | 15032

Rioja

Marqués de Murrieta is named after Luciano de Murrieta, one of the founding fathers of modern Rioja winemaking, who established the estate in 1852 in the world renowned Rioja region of Spain. Today V. Dalmau Cebrián-Sagarriga, Count of Creixell, leads the family-owned company. The winery is settled near the

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southern tip of the Rioja Alta in the middle of the beautiful Ygay Estate, a unique 300 hectare vineyard that guarantees complete control over the grape source of the wines and is the key to the quality and style of Marqués de Murrieta wines. www.marquesdemurrieta.com

red Reserva Rioja DOCa

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150 | E0141

Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Rioja DOCa

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350 | 1294604

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Bodegas Alion, owned by the legendary Vega Sicilia estate, was founded in 1986. The ﬁrst vintage to be commercialized was 1991. The wine made here is a more Bordeaux-styled, “modern” wine than the unico or Valbuena. The winery is located just down

the road from Vega Sicilia and the wine is made from 100% Tempranillo from 37 hectares that were planted in 1986 as well as some younger vines planted at Vega Sicilia. www.bodegasalion.com

red Alion Tinto Reserva

Situated in the heart of the Appellation of origin “Ribera del Duero”, exactly in the small village of peñafiel, Bodega pingon’s vineyards discover their first advantage: “le Terroir”. The names of their wines and cellar: Carramimbre and pingon, come from two of their estates. The first, is situated down the hill where the castle of the village is situated, alongside vines older than fifty years old; while pingon is the name of the estate where their

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cellar was built, and where their youngest vines were planted (about ﬁfteen years old). The low yield per hectare due to the green pruning and selective hand harvesting, results both in wines of character and with enough concentration to withstand a long sleep American and French oak barrels whilst still maintaining fruity aromas. www.bodegaspingon.com

red Carramimbre Crianza prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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Rias Baixas

Since it’s inception Martín C”dax established a dialogue and a link with the Salnés’Valley society, where its winery is located. The winery was founded thanks to the idea of a group of winegrowers; as a winery made by people for the people. Set up by 270 members, the

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winery also relies on the collaboration of 300 families whose grapes are supplied to them. As a big family, they work together in order to ensure the wines have the highest possible quality. www.martincodax.com

wHITe Albariño, Rias Baixas DO

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55 | 11258

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Bodegas San Alejandro was founded as a growersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; co-operative in 1962, and its members now farm nearly 3,000 acres of vineyard in the Calatayud winegrowing region. The co-op winery is located in the tiny (pop. 530) town of Miedes, about 55 miles north of Madrid, in the valley of the perejiles River. Relics of San Alejandro himself lie nearby in a Franciscan convent in Calatayud.

The gnarly old bush vines that bear the precious fruit to make this wine were planted up to 100 years ago in the mountain vineyards of Atea. Struggling to survive in dusty, dry slate soils at an altitude of 1000 meters they have the ability to produce this amazing wine. www.10international.com

red Old Vine Garnacha, Calatayud DO | Screw cap

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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55 | 15035

Multi region

Vila Viniteca is a long established Barcelona based retailer and distributor who also participate in many winemaking projects in partnership with some of the most renowned Spanish producers. Founded in 1932 in the Born district, the grocery store was selling

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wine and liquor to restaurants in the area but has now developed a range of their own innovative wines which MMI are delighted to now present for the ﬁrst time in the Middle East www.vilaviniteca.es

wHITe El Perro Verde, Verdejo Rueda DO

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80 | 15042

rOSÉ Raventos i Blanc Rosata la Rosa, Penedes DO

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The seven hectare Mas La Mola estate has been in the Ferrando family for 150 years. Today, however, the viticulture, winemaking and blending are carried out by Jordi Masdeu (a young Spaniard who spent time selling wine in London) and Alessandro Marchesan, the Group Buyer for Zuma International. The duoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approach to making wine is artisanal, with a diminutive winery tucked away in the streets of poboleda, in the north of the

region. The 35 year old Macabeo vines are planted on low yielding gravel soils next to a river (which provides vital irrigation to the root system during the hot summers), while the parcels of old Garnacha, CariĂąena and Garnacha Blanca vines are planted on the steep Llicorella slate slopes at 350-450m above sea level. www.maslamola.com

red Mas La Mola

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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200 | 106816

Rueda

The ByL Rueda Blanco was one of the ďŹ rst wines to prove that Verdejo had the structure and quality to beneďŹ t from oak ageing. Very much a modern classic, this consists of 100% Verdejo,

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fermented and aged for 10 months in French oak - made very much in a Burgundian style. www.belondradeylurton.com

wHITe Rueda Blanco DO

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175 | E061704

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In the rain shadow of the Cascades Chateau Ste Michelle and Columbia Crest have established a worldwide reputation for Columbia Valley wines.

The striking modern architecture of stag’s leap wine cellars winery

CHAPTER XXVII

USA The world’s fourth largest wine producer has never had more variety and value to offer the wine drinker. The US has pioneered wine marketing and with world class brands such as Gallo continue to open people’s eyes to new wine possibilities. The latest name to take the US and Europe by storm is Barefoot and this year we introduce the brand to Dubai. Almost every state produces wine commercially but the best quality no doubt remains in those on the Pacific coast; California, Oregon and Washington.

washington OREGON

california

In California the frigid ocean to the West brings cooling winds and fog to coastal valleys moderating the warm Mediterranean summers. In this vein we introduce ‘Emblem’ from Michael Mondavi and welcome back a roll call of Napa’s best producers including Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, Grgich Hills and Heitz Cellars. Across the hills to the West of Napa in Sonoma Valley, Zinfandel is top dog. We have purchased a small parcel of Ancient Vine Zinfandel from Villa Mt Eden, one of the oldest producers in California. At just AED 100 this offers immense drinking pleasure. Further North, beyond Mendocino County (home of the beautiful Fetzer and Bonterra estates) and into Oregon the best vineyards are shielded from the worst

of the coastal, summer rainfall by a range of hills to the West. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to challenge Burgundy can be produced here from top producers such as Erath. Just to the North the Columbia River, a formidable physical barrier forms the border between Oregon and Washington to the North. The Columbia flows out of the desert to the West, cutting through the young, volcanic Cascade Mountains before ambling on to the Pacific. In the rain shadow of the Cascades Chateau Ste Michelle and Columbia Crest have established a worldwide reputation for Columbia Valley wines. This year we add the Eroica Riesling to the portfolio. This stunning Riesling is the result of collaboration between Chateau Ste Michelle and Dr Ernst Loosen.

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Columbia Valley

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Founded in 1934, Chateau Ste. Michelle pioneered vinifera grape growing in Washington state and has been producing European varietal wines under the Chateau Ste. Michelle label since 1967. The winery combines an ongoing dedication to research and innovation with a commitment to classic winemaking traditions to

craft the highest quality wines from Washington across many price points. This dedication to excellence and commitment to quality continues to deliver more trophies and + 90 point ratings than any comparable producer. www.ste-michelle.com

SpArklIng Michelle Blanc de Noirs

AED

60 | 10319

Riesling | Screw cap

AED

58 | 10268

Chardonnay

AED

72 | 10265

wHITe

Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyard Chardonnay Eroica Riesling

NEW |

AED

125 | 102646

AED

122 | 15190

red Syrah

AED

86 | 10267

Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

86 | 10263

Merlot

AED

86 | 10266

Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

AED

150 | 102626

Columbia Valley

Columbia Crest delivers handcrafted, superior-quality, small-lot wines, as well as affordable everyday Washington wines. The ﬁrst release in 1984 started a tradition that established Columbia Crest as one of America’s most popular and fast-growing wineries. Year after year, the winery maintains its commitment to quality, heritage and innovation in grape growing and winemaking to craft

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exceptional wines. With a large body of acclaim, including Wine Spectator’s #1 Wine in the World in 2009, Columbia Crest winery delivers a steadfast promise with each bottle — world-class wines from a world-class wine region. www.columbia-crest.com

wHITe Two Vines Chardonnay

AED

50 | 10272

Two Vines Sauvignon Blanc

AED

50 | 13371

Two Vines Gewürztraminer

AED

50 | 10275

Grand Estates Pinot Gris

NEW |

AED

62 | 10274

Grand Estates Chardonnay

NEW |

AED

65 | 12000

Two Vines Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

52 | 103166

Grand Estates Merlot

AED

64 | 10317

AED

65 | 11999

red

Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon

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oregon, North Central Coast

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From its base in oregon State’s Dundee Hills Erath have been producing pinot Noir for the last 40 years. They remain at the forefront of the State’s challenge to the pinot pre-eminence of Burgundy. Fruit is sourced from oregon’s key wine producing

regions, Willamette Valley being the most important. The Erath oregon pinot Noir is viniﬁed to show off an array of bright red fruits in a light bodied fresh style. www.erath.com

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With a heritage that dates back to the American wine industry’s pioneering roots, Villa Mt. Eden’s enduring mission is to showcase California’s diverse winegrowing regions and vineyards from which they craft an elegant collection of wines. Founded in 1881 as Napa Valley’s 11th bonded winery, Villa Mt. Eden is one of few wineries founded in the 1800s that continue to thrive today. This dedication

AED

110 | 10320

to craft has earned the winery ﬁve placements on Wine Spectator’s annual “Top 100” list and many best value accolades over the years. We have selected a limited parcel of Villa Mt Eden’s Ancient Vines Zinfandel, a wine which does justice to this superb and quintessentially American varietal. Great value at AED 101 a bottle. www.villamteden.com

red Ancient Vines Zinfandel

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

NEW |

AED

101 | 15191

Mendocino

Fetzer has a rich tradition of doing things a little differently. It was established in 1968 in the beautiful and relatively, cool (in both senses of the word) Mendocino County, far from the booming wine country of Napa and Sonoma. perhaps being a little removed from the public gaze was appealing to the founders of Fetzer as they embraced alternative culture. Their vision was realized in the form of a completely sustainable and ecologically responsible

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winery. Having established itself as one of the World’s most loved uS wine brands Fetzer recently came into the ownership of Concha y Toro from Chile. over the last two years they have set about reinvigorating the brand and the wine behind it. Fetzer offers great value Californian wine. If you haven’t tasted it for while give it a try.

wHITe Chardonnay

AED

52 | 32176

Sauvignon Blanc

AED

52 | 32196

Pinot Grigio

AED

52 | 13473

AED

57 | 15336

AED

52 | 13474

Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

55 | 32216

Merlot

AED

55 | 36256

Zinfandel

AED

55 | 32236

Shiraz

AED

55 | 13475

AED

57 | 15335

Quartz Chardonnay

on trade exclusive | NEW |

rOSÉ White Zinfandel

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Crimson Pinot Noir

on trade exclusive | NEW |

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Mendocino

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The land on which Bonterra wines are born in the vineyard is the lush, undulating landscape of Northern Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mendocino county. organic winemaking and an obsessive attention to detail

in the winery delivers wines with crystalline purity, bright fruit characters and perfect acid balance. www.bonterra.com

wHITe Chardonnay | Screw cap | organic

AED

84 | 68876

Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap | organic

AED

84 | 13476

Pinot Noir | organic

AED

90 | 13477

Merlot | organic

AED

90 | 13478

red

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

California

Sun, an undulating landscape in luscious green and a vastness evoking the feeling of freedom â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this is what panamera is made of. The grapes ripen in the heart of Napa Valley in the Rutherford Ranch vineyards, where experience and passion guarantee premium quality. panamera wines are named after the famous Carretera panamericana. The express highway links Argentina

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with Alaska and runs all the way from South to North through the entire uSA, epitomising the spirit of freedom across the Americas. on the label classic French elements combine with the symbol of Californian strength and independence; the Grizzly bear much as French and American winemaking combine in the bottle.

wHITe Chardonnay |

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

47 | 15193

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

47 | 15194

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California

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A love of making great wine has been passed on through four generations of the Gallo Family. So Gallo Family Vineyards enables you to pass on your most memorable experiences, helping to make someone else’s day a little richer, every day. Gallo Family Vineyards

wines are approachable and fruit forward developed to meet the needs of a consumer that likes a fruity wine with minimal oak impact and a soft, smooth mouth feel. www.gallo.com

SpArklIng André Brut

AED

40 | 8541

André Brut Rosé

AED

39 | 8542

AED

42 | 81896

AED

40 | 81926

Gallo Family Merlot

AED

40 | 81906

Gallo Family Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

40 | 81886

Turning Leaf Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

50 | 81966

Turning Leaf Zinfandel

AED

50 | 81986

wHITe Gallo Family Vineyards Chardonnay

rOSÉ Gallo Family Vineyards White Zinfandel

red

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

California

A new addition to the MMI portfolio and the brand everyone in the wine industry has been talking about. Since being launched in the 1960s with a mission to make wine less elitist and more accessible to all, Barefoot has quietly gone about carving out its reputation as a positive contributor to cultural and environmental issues. Gallo purchased Barefoot in 2005 and the brand’s growth

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since has been phenomenal, becoming the bestselling wine brand in the uS. Barefoot ploughs proﬁt back into charitable causes, speciﬁcally targeting beach cleaning projects around the World. The wines are fun and easy to drink with or without your shoes on. www.barefootwine.com

wHITe Barefoot Moscato | Screw cap

NEW |

AED

40 | 15329

Barefoot Pinot Grigio | Screw cap

NEW |

AED

40 | 15330

Barefoot Sauvignon Blanc | Screw cap

NEW |

AED

40 | 15331

NEW |

AED

40 | 15332

Barefoot Merlot | Screw cap

NEW |

AED

40 | 15333

Barefoot Shiraz | Screw cap

| NEW |

AED

40 | 15334

rOSÉ Barefoot Pink Moscato | Screw cap

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California

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Inspired by “Apotheca,” a mysterious place where wine was blended and stored in 13th century Europe, the wines of Apothic are truly unique in style and taste. Winemaker Boyd Morrison crafts bold, captivating Apothic blends by using only the most

distinctive California grapes. From vintage to vintage, Boyd lets the character and ﬂavor of the individual varietals guide the shape of each blend. www.apothic.com

wHITe Apothic White

NEW |

AED

60 | 15390

NEW |

AED

60 | 15337

red Apothic Red

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

California

Esser, literally means “eater” in German, so it seems natural that the family is obsessed with eating, cooking, and enjoying all things culinary. Since wine completes a good meal, they’ve crafted elegant, sustainably farmed California wines that will compliment any meal at your table. However do not be fooled

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by the humble rationale behind these wines. The Chardonnay is packed with concentrated stone fruit and savoury nutty characters while the Merlot is rich, opulent and plummy red with supple tannins. www.esservineyards.com

wHITe Chardonnay

AED

70 | 9770

Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

70 | 9769

Merlot

AED

70 | 9771

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Napa Valley

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Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars has a long and distinguished wine reputation and is considered a Napa Valley ﬁrst-growth estate, best known for their iconic estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignons. Located in the heart of Napa Valley, in the Stag’s Leap district, grapes are grown sustainably with focus on the vineyard with

different cover crops selected for each vineyard based on the precise soil characteristics and requirements of the varietal. Such practices are indicative of the attention to detail at the heart of everything at Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars. www.cask23.com

wHITe Napa Sauvignon Blanc

AED

125 | E027305

Napa Chardonnay

AED

165 | E026805

Napa Merlot

AED

240 | E026904

Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

280 | E0271

Fay Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

450 | E0270

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *please refer to Fine Wine List.

Santa Cruz Mountains

Ridge Vineyards have been producing outstanding single vineyard wines since 1962. owner and head winemaker, paul Draper is widely considered one of the best ﬁne wine producers in the world and even a brief tasting of his wares demonstrates that these are very special wines indeed. Rather than looking to apply terms such as ‘sustainable’, ‘organic’ or ‘noninterventionist’

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to describe his viticulture and viniﬁcation he prefers the term ‘pre-Industrial’. At the heart of this ethos is the primacy of the winemaker’s absolute understanding and knowledge of his land not relying on industrial process. www.ridgewine.com

red Lytton Springs, Dry Creek Valley

AED

195 | 1327909

Geyserville, Sonoma County

AED

195 | 1328109

AED

189 | 1327808

Cabernet Sauvignon, Santa Cruz Mountains Monte Bello, Santa Cruz Mountains

NEW |

FWL* | 12092

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Napa Valley

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The Michael Mondavi Family Estate was established in 2004 by Michael Mondavi alongside his wife Isabel, son Rob and daughter Dina. But it actually all started 1919 when Michael Mondavi’s grandfather, Cesare, was elected to ﬁnd grapes and winemaking supplies for families to make wine legally during prohibition. Thus, in Lodi, California, the now famous Mondavi family began their foray into California winemaking. Michael Mondavi says, “When my grand parents moved to California wine country, they brought

along a passion for wine, food and hospitality that continues in my family to this day, 94 years and four generations later.” He and his father Robert had started the Robert Mondavi Winery in 1966 and Michael had been part of it until he started his own winery in 2004. Today, with son Rob Mondavi, Jr. at the winemaking helm, Michael and the family craft a collection of world-class wines at the Michael Mondavi Family Estate. www.michaelmondavifamilyestate.com

red Emblem Cabernet Sauvignon

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

on trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

187 | 15389

Carneros

Long term business partners and friends David Graved and Richard Ward share a passion for Burgundy which brought them to Carneros in 1981 and Saintsbury was founded. The cool climate of Carneros lends itself perfectly to the production of Chardonnay and pinot Noir and Saintsbury is now recognised as one of

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Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best exponents of these Burgundian varietals. The Chardonnay is citric with buttery, dairy notes and taught acidity when young. The pinot Noir is deep and brooding with notes of undergrowth, pine kernels and ďŹ g. www.saintsbury.com

wHITe Chardonnay Unfiltered

AED

120 | E0210

AED

180 | E0212

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Napa Valley

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over the past 32 years Frog’s Leap has earned an enviable reputation with a unique combination of a whimsical label, sincere dedication to sustainable principles and small, handcrafted production. using the best of Napa Valley’s organically grown

grapes and the most traditional winemaking techniques, Frog’s Leap strives to produce wines that deeply reﬂect the soils and climate from which they emanate. www.frogsleap.com

wHITe Napa Sauvignon Blanc | organic

AED

120 | E0205

Napa Zinfandel | organic

AED

160 | E0206

Rutherford | organic

AED

420 | E0208

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Napa Valley

Founded by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn in 1976, Duckhorn Vineyards has been crafting classic Bordeaux varietals from the Napa Valley for over 30 years. This winemaking tradition has grown to include seven meticulously farmed Estate vineyards located throughout the various microclimates of the Napa Valley. Focused on quality and consistency, these Estate vineyards are an

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essential element in making wines of distinction. pioneering and perfecting Merlot as a premium varietal, Duckhorn Vineyards now makes several elegant Merlot and distinctive Cabernet Sauvignon bottlings that showcase its premium vineyard sites. www.duckhorn.com

wHITe Sauvignon Blanc

AED

145 | 10197

Merlot

AED

285 | 10199

Cabernet Sauvignon

AED

315 | 10198

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Napa Valley

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Heitz Wine Cellars inhabits a pristine valley in the eastern hills of St. Helena known to the locals as Spring Valley. In 1964, Joe and Alice Heitz acquired this 160-acre ranch and winery to accommodate their burgeoning family business. Second generation Kathleen Heitz Myers and David Heitz are now at the helm as president and winemaker. They have each been integral to the success of the family business since the 1970s, helping to

build the worldwide reputation for Heitz Cellars — a name that has become synonymous with luxury in the world of winemaking. The style of Heitz is restrained, shying away from the over extraction so common elsewhere in Napa and their ﬂagship Martha’s Vineyard Cabernet was recently named one of 12 wines of the 20th century. www.heitzcellar.com

wHITe Napa Valley Chardonnay

AED

132 | E0190

AED

250 | E019100

red Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Napa Valley

Grgich Hills Estate, located in the heart of Napa Valley, was founded in 1977 by Miljenko “Mike” Grgich and Austin Hills of the Hills Bros. Coffee family. Mike Grgich’s 1973 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay had just won the now-famous paris Tasting, besting the top white Burgundies, and so Grgich Hills’ wines were in high demand from the start. Mike’s wine philosophy of consistency, quality, and longevity has led to ongoing critical and consumer acclaim for their elegant and food-friendly

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wines . All vineyards are certiﬁed organic and Biodynamic, a holistic farming practice that uses the earth’s cycles and natural preparations to create wines with pure ﬂavors and a pronounced sense of place. The quality of the fruit, the tender care in the winery, and the aging regimen make these hand-crafted wines immediately enjoyable on release yet capable of maturing gracefully for many years. www.grgich.com

wHITe Chardonnay | organic

AED

239 | 10200

AED

356 | 10201

red Cabernet Sauvignon | organic

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prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Dessert wine Chile

Casillero del Diablo, “Late Harvest Picking”, Central Valley | Screw cap

AED

35 | 13250

South Africa

Nederburg, Winemaster’s Reserve Noble Late Harvest | 37.5cl

AED

52 | 10658

Spain

Torres, Moscatel Oro Floralis, España DO | 50cl

AED

52 | 19626

Australia

Stella Bella Pink Moscato | 37.5cl | Screw cap

AED

70 | 10423

France

Château Le Juge, Sauternes | 37.5cl

AED

75 | 13415

Hungary

Disznoko, Tokaji “Late Harvest” Furmint | 50cl

AED

75 | 13131

France

Michel Chapoutier, Banyuls, Terra Vinyas | 37.5cl

AED

80 | E011198-6

France

Paul Jaboulet Aine, Muscat de Beaumes de Venise | 37.5cl

AED

90 | 6951

France

Château Armajan des Ormes, Sauternes | 37.5cl

AED

95 | 6909

France

Domaine Sylvain Gaudron, Vouvray Moelleux ‘Les Pierres Rousses’

Australia

NEW |

AED

104 | 15185

de Bortoli, Noble One, Botrytis Semillon | 37.5cl

AED

135 | 9863

Canada

Peller Estates, Sparkling Icewine

AED

140 | 11445

China

Changyu, Golden Diamond Icewine Vidal | 37.5cl

NEW |

AED

173 | 15387

Italy

Planeta, Passito di Noto, Noto DOC | 50cl

NEW |

AED

180 | 14158

Italy

Barone Ricasoli, Vin Santo del Chianti Classico DOC | 50cl

On trade exclusive |

AED

185 | 13373

New Zealand

Isabel Estate, Noble Sauvage | Screw cap

AED

185 | 105936

South Africa

Ken Forrester, T Noble Late Harvest | 37.5cl | Screw cap

AED

189 | 106596

France

Château Armajan des Ormes, Sauternes

AED

199 | 9560

Hungary

Disznoko, Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos, 2001 | 50cl

AED

210 | 1313301

France

Château Suduiraut, Premier Cru Classé, Sauternes | 37.5cl

AED

220 | 102936

Canada

Peller Estates, Vidal Oak Aged Icewine | 37.5cl

AED

220 | 11441

Canada

Peller Estates, Vidal Icewine | 37.5cl

AED

225 | 11442

Hungary

Disznoko, Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos, 1995 | 50cl

AED

240 | 1313295

Canada

Peller Estates, Riesling Icewine | 37.5cl

AED

250 | 11443

Canada

Peller Estates, Cabernet Franc Icewine | 37.5cl

AED

275 | 11440

Hungary

Disznoko, Tokaji Aszu 6 Puttonyos, 1999 | 50cl

AED

385 | 1313499

France

Château Rieussec, Premier Cru Classé, Sauternes

FWL* | E0071

France

Château d’Yquem, Premier Cru Classé Supérieur, Sauternes

FWL* | E0715

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Mini bar

| Champagne & White Wine

Champagne Moët et Chandon | Mini Moët Impérial | 20cl

AED

86 | 7008

Moët et Chandon | Moët Impérial | 37.5cl

AED

150 | 083612

Veuve Clicquot | Yellow Label | 37.5cl

AED

160 | 345612

Ruinart | R de Ruinart Brut | 37.5cl

AED

185 | 8590

Billecart-Salmon | Brut Reserve | 37.5cl

AED

185 | E0002

Billecart-Salmon | Brut Rosé | 37.5cl

AED

215 | E0275

WHITE Frontera | Chardonnay | 18.75cl | Screw cap

AED

13 | 842224

Nederburg | Foundation Sauvignon - Chardonnay | 18.75cl | Screw cap

AED

14 | 11359FD

Santa Julia | Chardonnay | 37.5cl | Screw cap

AED

20 | 12892

Casillero del Diablo

AED

23 | 792724

Torres | Viña Sol, Catalunya DO | 37.5cl | Screw cap

AED

24 | 9909

Baron Philippe de Rothschild | Mouton Cadet Blanc | 37.5cl

AED

34 | 9834

Peter Lehmann | Weighbridge Chardonnay | 37.5cl

AED

36 | 12143

Antinori | Villa Antinori Bianco, Toscana IGT | 37.5cl

AED

36 | 6907

J. Moreau & Fils | Chablis | 37.5cl

AED

53 | 3608

Château Fuissé | Pouilly-Fuissé “Tête de Cru” | 37.5cl

AED

89 | E0027

| “Reserva” Chardonnay, Casablanca Valley | 37.5cl | Screw cap

Prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

On trade exclusive |

Mini bar

Frontera | Merlot | 18.75cl | Screw cap

| Red wine

AED

13 | 842324

Nederburg | Winemaster’s Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz | 18.75cl | Screw cap

AED

14 | 11360FD

Torres | Sangre de Toro, Catalunya DO | 37.5cl | Screw cap

AED

26 | 9910

Santa Julia | Malbec | 37.5cl

AED

20 | 12891

Casillero del Diablo | “Reserva” Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Valley | 37.5cl | Screw cap

AED

23 | 792624

Remy Mathelin | Beaujolais, Domaine Sandar | 37.5cl

AED

33 | 6877

Peter Lehmann | Weighbridge Cabernet Merlot | 37.5cl

AED

36 | 12144

Baron Philippe de Rothschild | Mouton Cadet Rouge | 37.5cl

AED

46 | 9833

Antinori | Villa Antinori Rosso, Toscana IGT | 37.5cl |

AED

58 | 6905

Barone Ricasoli | Castello di Brolio, Chianti Classico DOCG | 37.5cl

On trade exclusive |

AED

140 | E0149

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port

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In over two hundred years of production only 2 families have made Graham’s port. Considered one of the ﬁnest ports available, Graham’s port offer consistency and quality unrivalled by any other house. Their wines are concentrated and powerful with ﬁne integrated alcohol. The Vintage can esily last 50 years

if cellared correctly, the Late Bottled Vintage on the other hand is a wine to be drunk young and does not beneﬁt from extended ageing. Both are classic. www.grahams-ports.com

FOrTIFIed Six Grapes Reserve Port

AED

90 | 12991

Late Bottled Vintage Port

AED

99 | 12992

10 Year Old Tawny Port

AED

240 | 12993

Vintage Port 2000

AED

475 | 1299400

Quinta Do Noval, which is principally situated in the valley of the small pinhao River, a tributary of the Douro, has approximately 145 hectares of vines, ranging in altitude from

100 metres, at the level of the pinhao River, to 350 metres at the summit of the valley. www.quintadonoval.com

FOrTIFIed Late Bottled Vintage Port

AED

125 | 87616

10 Year Old Tawny Port

AED

180 | 87606

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

port

Warre’s has been leading the port trade since it was established as the ﬁrst British port House in 1670. A pioneer of a great tradition with over 300 years of history, Warre’s legacy is built on the superb quality of Warre’s Vintage ports and on an unwavering commitment to quality and successful innovation. These

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characteristics are reﬂected in wines like Warre’s Warrior, the oldest mark of port in the world now with a radically redesigned new look, and Warre’s otima, an award-winning Tawny port in chic, ultra-modern packaging. www.warre.com

FOrTIFIed Heritage Ruby

AED

82 | E0259

Warrior

AED

99 | E0260

Otima 20 Year Old Tawny

AED

240 | E0261

Warres Vintage 1985

AED

480 | E026385

The Cockburn house produces a full roster of commercial ports which take their place alongside the impressive LBV and Vintage ports they produce. Cockburn’s LBV works well with blue cheese, strong portuguese cheese (try St Jorge or Serpa) or savoury

dishes with a cheese component. It also complements nuts, dark chocolate dishes, good pâté or jam”n. Serve at cool room temperature or if preferred very slightly chilled www.cockburns.com

FOrTIFIed Special Reserve Port

AED

80 | 4706

Ruby Port

AED

80 | 4686

Old Tawny Port

AED

80 | 4736

Late Bottled Vintage Port

AED

110 | 4666

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Sherry

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The winery was founded in 1877 by Sir Alexander Williams, a great admirer and connoisseur of sherry products, and Arthur Humbert, a specialist in international relations. Since then they have preserved part of the original wines and brandies (soleras) in high

quality oak casks. These soleras are the base of the development and ageing of every sherry and brandy produced at Bodegas Williams & Humbert. www.bodegas-williams-humbert.com

Dry Sack

In the southern Spanish town of Jerez de la Frontera, the González family have passed down the art of sherry winemaking from generation to generation since 1835. unique climactic conditions and traditional winemaking techniques combine to produce one of the world’s most distinctive and remarkable styles of wine. Gonzalez Byass proudly stand behind Spain’s ﬁrst registered brand and the world’s favourite ﬁno sherry, Tio pepe, and boast a collection of authentic oenological gems including the VoRS

AED

65 | 0482

range, each aged over 30 years in the winery’s historic cellars. Today, the sherries of one of the world’s most visited wineries are enjoyed in over 100 countries worldwide, building up a fan base including some of the most prominent ﬁgures of the last two centuries, hundreds of which have passed through the bodegas of Gonzalez Byass to add their signatures to the winery’s esteemed collection of signed barrels. www.gonzalezbyass.com

Tio Pepe Fino | 75cl

AED

80 | 0487

Amontillado Del Duque VORS | 37.5cl

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AED

130 | 14008

Apostoles VORS | 37.5cl

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AED

130 | 14009

Matusalem VORS | 37.5cl

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AED

130 | 14010

Noe PX VORS | 37.5cl

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AED

165 | 14011

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

Sherry

Bodegas Hidalgo - La Gitana is one of the Sherry district’s oldest Sherry producers. Apparently the ﬁrst Hidalgo who arrived in Sanlucar was Jose Antonio Hidalgo who came from Valle de Castaneda, Santander, during the north to south emigration promoted by king Charles III at the beginning of the XVIII century.

Manzanilla

Harveys vineyards are situated in the picturesque region of Jerez in southern Spain where the local winegrowers cultivate a selection of grapes. Their masterblender, Manuel J. Valcarcel, blends the grapes to create different styles of Harveys sherries.

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In the early XIX century, under the guidance of Don Eduardo Hidalgo Verjano, the company expanded becoming one of the sherry regions major grape growers and a principal producer of Manzanilla, a wine which they are still widely lauded for today. www.lagitana.es

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AED

62 | 15291

The sherries are then aged in a traditional solera system which gives them a rich and silky smooth ﬂavour. www.harveyshalfhour.co.uk

Harveys Club Amontillado

AED

70 | 5988

Harveys Bristol Cream

AED

73 | 0460

330

331

Madeira

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Cossart Gordon, established in 1745, is the oldest Madeira wine company and became a partner in the Madeira Wine Association in 1953. In 1989, the Symington family, renowned fourth generation port producers, took a majority shareholding in what had then become the Madeira Wine Company, which also

owns Blandyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Leacockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Miles. over the last 15 years, the Symingtons have used their winemaking experience, dedication to reinvestment in the vineyards and winery, and worldwide distribution network to revitalize the Madeira trade.

Bual 5 Years Old Sercial 5 Years Old

prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

AED AED

90 | E0422

105 | E0421

Grappa

Artistry, energy and ingenuity abound in Alexander Grappas from entrepreneur Sandro Bottega and his family. From the Bottega family facilities near Venice in northeast Italy’s Veneto region – the birthplace of grappa -- Alexander Grappas come in a series of sensational hand-blown bottles, each designed by Sandro

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Bottega and made by local master craftsmen at the family’s glass production site. In addition to grappa and glassware, this energetic family’s ventures include production of wine, distinctive liqueurs, wine accessories, mineral water, olive oil and organic food. www.alexander.it

Grappa di Brunello di Montalcino | 70cl

AED

165 | 9577

Grappa di Moscato | 70cl

AED

119 | 9578

Grappa | 70cl

AED

99 | 9573

Grappa di Cabernet | 70cl

AED

99 | 9575

Grappa Tignanello is obtained by distilling the pomace of Cabernet and Sangiovese grapes harvested in the Tignanello vineyard, situated in the Tignanello estate, in the heart of Chianti Classico. The fermented grapes are transferred to the distillery immediately after emptying the fermenting vats (racking) and then pressed. This procedure guarantees that distillation is carried out using only

the best quality skins, rich in alcohol and especially in aromatic substances. A very careful selection is then made of the different ‘lots’ of grappa resulting from the distillation of the different ‘lots’ of marc, and only the best ones, the most balanced and aromatic ones, are then assembled and bottled. Grappa Tignanello is available in limited quantities. www.antinori.it

grAppA Grappa di Tignanello | 50cl

AED

190 | 69086

332

333

Large format

| Champagne

Moët et Chandon | Moët Impérial | 1.5L

AED

475 | 08313

Billecart-Salmon | Brut Reserve | 1.5L

AED

570 | E0003

Veuve Clicquot | Yellow Label | 1.5L

AED

620 | 87823

Billecart-Salmon | Brut Reserve | 3L

AED

1,250 | E0268

Moët et Chandon | Moët Impérial | 3L

AED

1,710 | 7163

Moët et Chandon | Moët Impérial | 6L

AED

3,470 | 7162

Moët et Chandon | Moët Rosé Impérial | 1.5L

AED

540 | 89743

Ruinart | Ruinart Rosé | 1.5L

AED

825 | 85233

Billecart-Salmon | Brut Rosé | 1.5L

AED

850 | E0005

Prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated. *Please refer to Fine Wine List.

Large format

| Wine

WHITE Château Fuissé | Pouilly-Fuissé “Tête de Cru” | 1.5L

AED

325 | E002898

AED

500 | 1457709

Poliziano | Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG | 1.5L

AED

285 | E0290

Tenute Silvio Nardi | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG | 1.5L

AED

485 | E015899

On trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

572 | 122241

On trade exclusive |

AED

570 | E015001

On trade exclusive | NEW |

AED

750 | 15129

RED Château la Nerthe | Châteauneuf-du-Pape | 1.5L

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Castello di Fonterutoli | Chianti Classico DOCG | 3L

On trade exclusive |

Castello di Fonterutoli | Siepi, Toscana IGT | 1.5L

On trade exclusive |

FWL* | E0419

Castello di Fonterutoli | Siepi, Toscana IGT | 3L

On trade exclusive |

FWL* | E0420

AED

1150 | E041701

334

335

Cask wine

Drostdy Hof | Grand Cru | 5L

AED

105 | 10434

Drostdy Hof | Claret | 5L

AED

105 | 10433

Two Oceans | Two Oceans Sauvignon Blanc | 3L

AED

82 | 10440

Two Oceans | Two Oceans Cabernet-Merlot | 3L

AED

82 | 10439

Two Oceans | Two Oceans Shiraz | 3L

AED

82 | 10441

Wineways | Raindance Dry White | 5L

AED

95 | 9685

Wineways | Raindance Dry Red | 5L

AED

95 | 9686

Day Break Estate | Daybreak Estate Fresh Dry White | 5L

AED

115 | 12862

Day Break Estate | Daybreak Estate Dry Red | 5L

AED

115 | 12861

de Bortoli | Premium Tawny | 2L

Prices are subject to 10% trade discount and municipality tax. Bottle size 75cl unless otherwise stated.

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AED

76 | 14783

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