O'Briens Wine Festival 2023

WELCOME BACK TO THE

O’BRIENS WINE FESTIVAL, THE BIGGEST WINE TASTING EVENT IN IRELAND!

We are so pleased to finally have our community of winemakers, wine lovers and colleagues together again in one room.

This year, we have over 65 international wineries in attendance and tables full of exciting wines from every corner of the winemaking globe.

The O’Briens store and head office teams are on hand all weekend to help and guide you through our wines. Please avail of their help as there is nothing our team enjoys more than chatting about wine.

We are delighted to support the incredible work of Arc Cancer Support Centres with the proceeds from our ticket sales this year.

We hope that you thoroughly enjoy the festival, and we welcome any feedback you may have. Thank you again for attending and happy tasting!

Kevin & Grattan O'Brien

At our Wine Festival this weekend we have an extensive range to sample; still and sparkling, classic and indigenous grape varieties and a plethora of wine styles from cool crisp whites to rich powerful reds – some of the finest wines on the planet can be sampled this weekend in this room.

Our winemakers and winery teams will also be delighted to help and guide you through the range of wines on offer so please take the opportunity to avail of their expert advice.

Lynne Coyle MW l Wine Director

TOP TIPS FOR MAKING THE MOST OF THE O’BRIENS WINE

FESTIVAL

We want you to enjoy your experience today, as you meet fellow wine lovers, discover new wines and revisit some old favourites. Here’s our quick guide to getting the best out of the festival in a fun and safe manner.

MAKE A PLAN

There are almost 300 wines here today so for the best experience, take a moment to browse your brochure and plan your route around the room. Our top tip is to pick out a wine style you’re interested in - that way, you can explore lots of wines of that type.

IT IS BETTER TO SPIT

The goal is to taste, not to drink, and as this is a tasting event our wineries will only pour tasting measures. We have spittoons at either end of every table so please don’t forget to use them – or feel awkward about doing so! Spitting will help you better enjoy the wine tasting and to taste more wines.

KEEP YOUR GLASS WITH YOU

Your complimentary Tipperary Crystal glass is yours to use through the day and to take home afterwards. Use the rinsing station and water jugs to rinse your glass in between wines and to stay hydrated. We’ll provide a bag at the end for you to bring it home safely.

DON’T FORGET TO EAT!

If you have not eaten before you arrive at the RDS, there are a number of eateries nearby. If you need to slip out for food, we can provide a pass for you to re-enter the festival. Please note, food and snacks are not permitted inside the venue.

Finally,

our team are here to help! Don’t hesitate to approach any member of the O’Briens team for assistance at any stage.

HOW TO BUY AT THE FESTIVAL

We hope you tried something you liked today!

If you would like to enjoy any of these at home, here is how to order:

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Scan this QR code with your phone or visit www.obrienswine.ie/festival

Here you will be able to access all the wines on tasting today and place an order for home delivery.

Better still there will be 10% OFF full priced wines and free delivery on any order over €100. This offer runs until Sunday 28th May.

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Visit our sales table beside the exit, our team will be happy to help you.

Visit your local store – the 10% OFF offer runs until Sunday 28th May.

Deliveries will be within 2-3 working days (Monday to Friday) of you placing the order.

We are delighted to have Arc Cancer Support Centres as the beneficiary of the proceeds from our ticket sales.

Malbec SILKYSOFT&TANNINS

Mendoza

RIPE PLUMMY FRUITS

AMAZING QUALITY

BodegaNorton

Norton

ARGENTINA

Famous for the Tango, amazing quality beef and great music, Argentina is also home to one of the most trendy grape varieties on the planet – Malbec.

It’s not hard to see why Malbec is so popular - bright rich red in colour, ripe plummy fruits with soft and silky tannins can be found in a “drink me now” or “tuck me away for a rainy day” style makes it a very desirable and diverse wine.

Mendoza is the most well-known region, but Salta is up and coming and a cooler region so perfect for aromatic whites and elegant reds. The quality of the wines from Argentina is undeniable so visit the tables and run through our wines, a quick taste will highlight both the diversity and inherent quality of the Malbec grape.

Bodega

Bodegas Caro & Los Vascos

Bodegas Caro is a partnership between Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) and the Catena family, renowned wine families from France and Argentina respectively. Los Vascos is also part of the DBR-Lafite family and combines all that winemaking know-how with Chilean traditions.

Mendoza

Bodegas Caro Aruma 1.1

An elegant, unoaked Malbec - the focus is on fruit by the bucket load with shiny black pastille and plum augmented by some mocha notes.

€18.45

1.2

Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon

Lots of classy Cabernet cassis fruit but also with a spicy roast coffee note over a palate with excellent balance between the tannins and acidity.

€16.45

CHILE ORIGIN

Los Vascos Cromas Gran Reserva 1.3

Beautifully structured, with layers of red fruit flavours framed by graphite, cedar, white pepper and dark chocolate.

€22.95

CHILE ORIGIN

Mendoza

Bodegas Caro Amancaya 1.4

With expressive notes of red fruit, coffee and black pepper this is a complex and beautifully balanced wine.

€22.95

A R G E N T I N A

A R G E N T I N A

Bodega Norton

Based in Mendoza, Bodega Norton are one of the most important wineries in Argentina, with an international reputation for their wines. Malbec lovers should make sure to check out Norton’s Porteño Malbec through to the stunning Privada Malbec.

Mendoza

Norton Sauvignon Blanc 2.1

A ripe style of Sauvignon Blanc with melon and tropical fruits to go with some green bell pepper character and a lime-like citrus finish.

€11.95

Norton Torrontes 2.2

The palate is impressive with its lively peachy fruit and clean, crisp nature.

€11.95

Limited Edition 2.3

Norton Porteño Malbec

A fruity Malbec that shows notes of plum, summer strawberry and a hint of sweet spice with a fresh finish.

€16.95

Norton Malbec 2.4

Intense fruit with plenty of plum and loganberry to enjoy supported by a rich silky smooth palate with good length.

€12.95

A beautifully balanced mix of fruit and oak, with intense perfumed black pastille aromas mingling with vanilla overlaying a smooth full-bodied palate.

€15.95

Norton Malbec Reserva 2.6

Beautifully defined blue and blackberry fruit, fine oak and a long palate-delighting finish.

€17.95

A R G E N T I N A

Norton Barrel Select Malbec 2.5

DOC Malbec 2.7

Norton Luján de Cuyo

Loaded with ripe red fruits and spicy pepper. Twelve months in French oak barrels gives a nice tannic structure and toasty complexity.

€18.95

Norton Privada Malbec 2.8

Luscious black fruits, cigar box spice, with good structure, power and impressive length.

A R G E N T I N A

€24.95

AUSTRALIA

Whilst Australia continues to be home to some of the biggest wineries in the world, it is also at the forefront of some of the world’s most exciting and innovative developments in grape growing & winemaking.

The regions are diverse in terms of climate, soil and grape varieties - from the cool Adelaide Hills to the warmth of Barossa, there are unique wine styles to suit all tastes and budgets.

This diversity, coupled with small, familyowned vineyards and wineries sets modern Australian wines apart in their individuality and quality. Not only are the traditional, international grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Chardonnay available but there are also off the beaten track options.

Start your investigations regionally working your way from Adelaide to Victoria and everything in between.

DIVERSECLIMATE, SOIL&GRAPE VARITIES

CLARE VALLEY BAROSSA VALLEY ADELAIDE HILLS CANBERRA MCLAREN VALE

Longview Vineyard

Longview is a family-owned Australian vineyard just outside the historic township of Macclesfield in the Adelaide Hills. Set on undulating slopes, it has quickly established itself as one of the most awarded vineyards since its 2001 inaugural vintage.

Adelaide Hills

Longview Vista Shiraz Barbera 3.1

Offers vibrant redcurrant and red cherry flavours, whilst bright fresh acidity gives the wine structure and finesse.

€18.95

Longview Yakka Shiraz 3.2

Elegant and balanced but still has bright red berry flavours, subtle oak and succulent acidity.

€21.95

Longview LV Shiraz-Cabernet 3.3

Exudes vibrant blueberry fruit character with underlying spice and dark chocolate on the palate. Rich and robust with integrated oak and a long-structured finish.

€18.95

Cabernet Sauvignon 3.4

Longview Devil’s Elbow

Aromas of blackcurrant, clove, mint and spiced dark cherry with toasty oak characters, balanced tannin and a long clean finish.

€21.95

Longview The Piece 3.5

Complex aromatics of maraschino cherry, pepper, liquorice and cedar plus a rich and juicy palate of epic length.

€42

A U S T R A L I A

O’Dwyer Wines

Tipperary native Donal O’Dwyer and his wife Judith are custodians of mature Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Shiraz vineyards in Clare Valley, South Australia. Their meticulous attention to detail results in stunningly concentrated, elegant wines.

Clare Valley

Cabernet Sauvignon 4.1

O’Dwyer

Classy Cabernet Sauvignon with cassis, mulberry, liquorice, graphite and some oak notes with dusty tannins.

€49.95

Boasts all the hallmarks of great Australian Shiraz: rich fruit, defined oak structure and fine-grained tannins.

€49.95

Penfolds

Established in 1844, this iconic Australian brand has been instrumental in putting Australia on the wine map. From historic vineyards to highly respected winemakers making highly accoladed wines, innovation has long been at Penfolds’ core.

Penfolds Koonunga Hill Retro Autumn Riesling 5.1

Fresh citrus aromas, mandarin and lime juice alongside floral notes of almond blossom, with refreshing acidity, and a long, crisp finish.

€21.95

Albany Adelaide Hills

Penfolds Max’s Chardonnay 5.2

Beautifully balanced pronounced ripe pear and nectarine fruit flavours, subtle toasty oak and crisp, refreshing acidity.

€24.95

A U S T R A L I A

Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna 5.3

Rich, robust, warm climate Shiraz full of juicy blueberry fruit mixed with aniseed and liquorice plus background vanilla and terrific length.

€37.95

Cabernet Sauvignon 5.4

Penfolds Max’s Shiraz

Dark fruit flavours of blackberry and blackcurrant from the Cabernet Sauvignon are pinned together with the plummy sweet spice of the Shiraz.

€24.95

5.5

Penfolds Koonunga Hill Seventy Six Shiraz Cabernet

Concentrated aromas of blackberry, cassis and hints of sweet vanilla. The rich, full palate shows layers of dark fruit and touches of peppery spice all balanced with bright acidity.

€21.95

Penfolds Bin 2 Shiraz-Mataro 5.6

Red fruit aromas with savoury nuances of black olive and thyme. Fine ripe tannins provide structure, with juicy red fruit acidity giving rise to a balanced medium-bodied wine.

€34.95

5.7

Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz

2019

Aromas of cassis and juniper, subtle hints of vanilla and coconut. On the palate concentrated flavours of black cherry stand out, with the firm tannins adding structure.

€75

5.8

Penfolds St Henri Shiraz 2016

Juicy mulberry and elderberry fruits, with underlying roasted walnut complexity, plentiful brambly tannins and a fresh acidity leading to a long, sweet finish.

€110

A U S T R A L I A

Vineyards@Emiliana

CHILE

There are two key geographical features that define the wines of Chile - the Andes mountain range, the longest continental mountain range in the world, and the Pacific Ocean, the largest and deepest ocean in the world.

These features influence soil, temperature, altitude, wind, mist and rainfall thus ensuring that Chile is extremely multifaceted in terms of which grapes can grow successfully.

Because of this terroir diversity, there are well defined wine growing regions within the country that excel in growing specific grapes. Chile therefore is successfully making a wide array of wines that are typically pure, fruit driven examples of all the international classic grape varieties.

Everything from Sauvignon Blanc to Pinot Noir offering great value every day drinking wines to multi-layered, stylish, world beating quality, cult status wines are available from Chile.

Leyda Wines

Viña Leyda in Chile’s Leyda Valley is influenced by the cool Pacific ocean breezes and excels in growing aromatic Sauvignon Blanc and crisp Chardonnay. Pinot Noir also loves the climate here and the single vineyard Las Brisas is well worth checking out.

Leyda Valley

6.1

Leyda Coastal Vineyards Neblina Riesling

Intense, perfumed wine with citrus fruit aromas of limes and mandarins, along with green floral notes of jasmine. Lemons and lime jump out on the palate, balanced by crisp, refreshing acidity.

€18.95

6.2

Aromas of ripe citrus fruit, white pepper and ginger. Interesting balance between texture, length and fresh acidity, leading to a spicy and fruity aftertaste.

€18.95

Leyda Kadún Sauvignon Gris

6.3

Shows herbal and citrus aromas of lime, mandarin, grapefruit, and passionfruit. The palate is fresh and bright with a citrus fruit melody, crisp acidity and a juicy finish.

€15.95

6.4

Ripe citrus notes with tropical hints of guava and passion fruit. On the palate, it is fresh, with concentrated fruit flavours and honeysuckle notes. Well balanced, with a smooth texture and a juicy finish.

€14.95

Expressive and fruit driven, with red berry fruit, spice and floral notes. The tannins are supple, ripe and integrated, the finish is fruit-filled and refreshing.

€15.95

Leyda Sauvignon Blanc Reserva

Leyda Chardonnay Reserva

Leyda Pinot Noir Reserva 6.5

Leyda Pinot Noir Las Brisas 6.6

A strong Pinot character, displaying subtle spicy wild herb and earthy notes, great minerality, and a fruit profile of raspberries, cherries and blueberries finishing with a juicy fresh palate.

€17.95

Leyda Valley

6.7

Leyda Single Vineyard

Cahuil Pinot Noir

Aromas of ripe red cherries, raspberries and sweet spice. The palate achieves balance between vibrant red fruit flavours, structure of the sweet ripe tannins and freshness of the natural acidity.

€18.95

Central Valley

6.8

Leyda Carménère Reserva

Highly expressive, clearly revealing black cherries, intermingled with spicy, herbal complexity, and a subtle note of truffle on the long finish.

€15.95

Emiliana

Founded in 1986, Emiliana Winery is Chile’s leading organic wine producer and, in addition to farming their grapes organically, the estate runs housing projects and education programmes. Make sure to check out the iconic Coyam from this renowned winery.

Bío-Bío Valley

7.1

Emiliana Novas Riesling Gran Reserva

Fruity aromas of quince, pear and notes of citrus fruit. The palate has a touch of sweetness that’s balanced with a vibrant acidity.

€16.95

Casablanca Valley

7.2

Adobe Organic Sauvignon Blanc

Lively, zesty and juicy with good fresh acidity and citrus fruit flavoured finish.

€14.95

Adobe Organic Malbec 7.3

Intense aromas of ripe plum and pastille elegantly combined with notes of white pepper and a silky finish.

€14.95

A cornucopia of soft fruits with blackberry, strawberry and blackcurrant plus a little tannin and an epic length.

€13.95

Cachapoal Valley

Aromas of fresh fruit such as cassis and blackberry, together with hints of violet, with sweet spice. A concentrated structure balanced by acidity that delivers a long finish.

€16.95

Emiliana Étnico 7.4

Emiliana Novas SyrahMourvèdre Gran Reserva 7.5

Emiliana Coyam Organic 7.6

Layers of satisfying flavour of blueberries, blackberries, black pepper and a lovely hint of vanilla on the finish.

€26.95

FRANCE

Winemaking in France can be traced back to 6th century B.C., so they are well on top of their game at this stage. Home to all of the classic grape varieties, the French wine regions have long been the touchstone for the wines made from these same grapes across the winemaking world.

Used to being benchmarked, judged, compared and envied French vignerons continue to press on with their own agenda of striving for excellence and bettering quality in both their vineyard and cellar activities.

With such an extensive range of wines available to taste from across France at the festival, it is the perfect opportunity to experiment and compare Bordeaux with Burgundy, the Loire with the Languedoc and the less well-known regions such as Gascony. From Cabernet Sauvignon to Pinot Noir with Sauvignon Blanc in between it is all here this weekend for your journey through France.

COMMITMENT TO QUALITY

Gascony

Manual harvest at Château de Paraza - Languedoc, France

INNOVATIVE

HIGH QUALITY WINE ESTATES

Loire

Champagne

Burgundy

Rhone

Languedoc

Cahors

Bordeaux

Alliance Loire

Established in 2002, Alliance Loire is one of France’s very best and most modern co-operatives; today it encompasses eight wineries and 860 wine-growers situated in fine terroirs across several important winegrowing villages in the Loire Valley.

Loire Valley

8.1

Les Maselles Sauvignon Blanc

Crisp and dry with inviting aromas of fresh cut grass, lime zest and bright, fresh acidity on the finish.

€14.95

8.2

Vouvray Les Dimes

Off dry with honey, lemon and ripe fleshy orchard fruit flavours - peach, pear and red apples. A residual sugar is perfectly balanced by the lively acidity.

€15.95

Ayala & Bollinger Champagne

Two famous houses, Champagne Ayala was founded in 1860 and is known for elegant, refined wines with a unique style. Champagne Bollinger, with vineyards in Grand Cru and Premier Cru locations, has been making powerful and complex wines since 1829.

Champagne

9.1

Ayala Brut Majeur NV

Toasty and biscuity underneath the wash of bright fruit and florals. A beautifully defined Champagne.

€69

9.2

Bollinger Special Cuvée NV

Rich and full in style with lots of rich yeasty brioche flavour and balanced by refreshing apple and pear fruit.

€78

Boisset - La Famille des Grands Vins

Boisset is a family-owned collection of more than 28 historic and prestigious wineries in the world’s preeminent terroirs, including the Côte d’Or, Napa Valley and Beaujolais. Each has its own unique history and style and produces fine terrior-driven wines.

Rhône

Du Rhône 10.1

Réserve de Bonpas Côtes

Shows a classic mix of berry and cherry fruit with seamless tannins. Medium-bodied with plenty of bramble fruit and refreshing acidity.

€15.45

10.2

Bonpas Gigondas Grand Prieur

Displays rich plummy fruit, and tobacco-like spice. The structure is rich and refined with good tannins and a long finish.

€28.95

Bonpas Bonus Passus

Châteauneuf-du-Pape 10.3

A complex array of aromas including bramble fruit, herbal notes, liquorice and more allied to velvety tannins.

€37.95

California - Napa Valley (USA)

10.4

Raymond Field Blend

Medium-to-full bodied with luscious flavours of ripe red berry fruit, exceptional balance and a velvety texture.

€22.95

10.5

Raymond Family Classic Cabernet Sauvignon

Concentrated with flavours of blackberry, cassis and plum perfectly balanced with subtle earthy undertones on the soft, approachable palate.

€29.95

10.6

Raymond Reserve Selection Cabernet Sauvignon

Flavours of blackcurrant and cocoa on the palate. This wine is juicy with melting tannins and a refreshing touch of acidity on the finish.

€50 USA

Bordeaux Châteaux

As one of Bordeaux’s oldest wine houses, the story of Schröder & Schÿler is bound up with that of the Bordeaux wine trade. Yann Schÿler is the owner of this historic Bordeaux house, and Caroline Artaud is the winemaker at Château Fourcas Hosten.

Bordeaux

L’Abeillle de Fieuzal 11.1

Aromas and flavours of chamomile and mimosa flowers evolve into white fruits and aromas of bitter orange and lemon underpinned by a backbone of freshness.

€39.95

Château Fieuzal 2015 11.2

Dark, tight-knit fruits with fine structure from the grippy tannins. The acidity keeps the wine fresh and clean before the long elegant finish.

€75

Château Marquisat La Pérouse 11.3

Pure red fruit aromas are joined by a subtle leafy note. The palate is elegant and supple with ripe plum and strawberry flavours before a long savoury finish.

€16.95

11.4

Les Charmes de Kirwan 2019

An elegant Bordeaux with plenty of structure and an intense mid-palate.

€39.95

Château Kirwan 2017 11.5

Shows elegance, with fragrant black fruits, understated spices and integrated fine tannins.

€73

11.6

Les

Hauts de Lynch-Moussas 2019

Shows all the hallmarks of Pauillac with intense cassis and a graphite-like spice and a touch of oak.

€32.95

11.7

Château Mauvesin Barton 2019

Red and black summer fruits are underpinned by luxurious integrated wood with firm but ripe tannins giving a rounded mouthfeel.

€33.95

11.8

Chateau Fourcas Hosten 2012

Shows well-expressed blackberry fruit character, quite vigorous and good ripe tannins and an intense fruit filled finish.

€35.95

Lugny

One of the top Cave co-operatives in France, Cave de Lugny make the wines for over 90% of the Lugny appellation - so they know what they are about. The red wine selection also offers a chance to taste the best of both Northern and Southern Rhône Valley.

Burgundy

12.1

Cave de Lugny Crémant de Bourgogne

With aromas of ripe red apple and crisp citrus fruits, the palate is complex and creamy.

€21.45

12.2

Cave de Lugny Mâcon-Villages

Benchmark unoaked Burgundian

Chardonnay: medium-bodied and lovely depth of flavour with melon and pear fruit to the fore.

€18.45

12.3

Cave de Lugny Mâcon-Lugny Grande Réserve

A 100% unoaked Chardonnay with ample peach and pear fruit, good structure and a long dry finish.

€19.95

Cazes Family Wines

As well as owning the famous Château Lynch Bages in Pauillac, the other estates from this important wine family are viewed as high-quality examples from their specific regions. This table represents a great opportunity to taste their award-winning range.

Bordeaux

Château Villa Bel-Air Blanc 13.1

Cool-fermented in oak barrels and aged on the lees to give a richness of palate and good body weight, whilst the Sauvignon Blanc adds freshness and acidity.

€24.95

Languedoc-Roussillon

Domaine de L’Ostal Rosé 13.2

Aromatic and refreshing and packed with crunchy red fruits, rose petals and subtle Mediterranean herbs.

€15.95

Domaine de L’Ostal Estibals 13.3

Richly textured with a wealth of bramble fruit and sweet spice from ageing in high-grade French oak.

€17.45

Bordeaux

13.4

Château Puy Marceau

Round, supple and nicely textured, the palate is bursting with red berries and plum flavours, fresh tannins and a long finish.

€19.95

13.5

Château Roquegrave

Aromas and flavours of blackcurrant and red cherries with hints of violet and sweet spice. The palate is rich and firm with a fresh finish and integrated tannins.

€19.95

Château Fondarzac 13.6

Unoaked and dominated by 2/3 Merlot, this offers plummy red fruit flavours, backed up with the savoury notes and tannic backbone of Cabernet Sauvignon.

€17.95

1757 Bordeaux 2016 13.7

A unique Bordeaux wine using the dark berried Cabernet Sauvignon for its firm tannins and spices, blended with Merlot for suppleness and elegance.

€55.95

Rhône

13.8

Domaine des Sénéchaux

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge

Layers of concentrated soft ripe fruit, hints of spice and great balance and length.

€43.95

Charles & Piper Heidsieck

The Charles Heidsieck Cellar Masters have been awarded “Best Sparkling Winemaker of the Year” at the International Wine Challenge no less than 12 times in 20 years. Piper Heidsieck were recently certified sustainable for their extensive vineyard and cellar work.

Champagne

14.1

Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut NV

Notes of almond and hazelnut accompany lively bubbles and fresh flavours of pear and crunchy red apple. The balanced finish is delicate and long with more than a hint of citrus fruits.

€59.95

14.2

Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve NV

Extremely well made Champagne with fruit and brioche notes, made in quite a generous style but with a coolness to the fruit.

€73

Château de Paraza

Located in the Minervois, Château de Paraza has been owned by Annick and Pascal Danglas since 2005. The whole family gets involved in the winery and the estate has evolved greatly over the years with sustainable agriculture, new grape varieties and more.

Languedoc-Roussillon

Château de Girard Cuvée Arthur 15.1

Soft and supple unoaked vegan Minervois. The palate is elegant and well-structured with silky tannins and a generous wash of red and black berry fruit.

€19.95

Château de Paraza 15.2

Bursting with ripe red-berried fruit, undercut with some complexity thanks to the region’s distinctive garrigue herbal notes.

€16.95

Domaine Borie de Maurel

Borie de Maurel is a family-run estate in La Livinière and Michel Escande, owner and ex-sailor, manages the vineyards and makes the wines. The estate is farmed biodynamically and it uses horses for all its vineyard tasks.

Languedoc-Roussillon

16.1

Borie de Maurel Espirit d’Automne

Rich, ripe dark berried fruit alongside the typical black olive tapenade, spices and tobacco flavours of Minervois.

€17.95

16.2

Borie de Maurel la Féline

Shows all the hallmarks of Borie: intense black fruit and mouth-watering minerality.

€22.95

Domaine Bougrier

The family-owned Domaine Bougrier in the Loire is renowned for growing and making excellent quality Sauvignon Blanc. This winery, now run by the sixth generation, is an O’Briens customer favourite and the wine style perfectly represents the region.

Loire Valley

17.1

Famille Bougrier Sauvignon Blanc

Offers clean grassy and citrus fruit aromas and a fresh palate of gooseberry and grapefruit notes.

€16.95

17.2

Famille Bougrier Chenin Blanc

Elegant, cool-climate Chenin with apple, white peach and citrus flavours.

€14.95

Bougrier Les Secrets de Sophie 17.3

Offers a round mouthfeel on the mid-palate and finish. Good acidity and a taught chalky minerality complement the ripe lime and grapefruit flavours on the long finish.

€18.95

Wonderfully refreshing with crisp, mouthwatering acidity. Light strawberry fruit on the palate is balanced by a crisp and distinct mineral edge on the finish.

€14.95

Famille Bougrier Rosé 17.4

Domaine La Sarabande

Based in Faugères, this charming estate is owned by an Irish wine goose Isla Gordon and her Australian winemaking husband Paul. After meeting and working together in New Zealand, they came back to Europe to create their own wines.

Languedoc-Roussillon

Domaine la Sarabande Misterioso 18.1

Aromas of dark cherries and lifted glazed fruit characters. The palate is dominated by dark fruits but there is also a strawberry and floral character, and fine grippy tannins.

€16.95

Domaines Régis Minet

Domaine Régis Minet is a boutique, 12 hectare estate located right in the heart of the Loire Valley. This longstanding family estate is now run by young winemaker Lucia Mineur-Billet and specialises in elegant wines.

Loire Valley

Domaine Régis Minet

Pouilly Fumé

19.1 Lifted aromatics of basil and gooseberry followed on the palate by a cleansing texture, refreshing acidity and a ripe core of melon fruit.

€25.95

Gérard Bertrand

The renowned Gérard Bertrand has forged an international reputation for the wine growing estates and wines of the Languedoc region. Passionate about the local grape varieties and culture of the region of his birth, his wines are familiar to many wine lovers.

Languedoc-Roussillon

Gerard Bertrand Papilou 20.1

Aromas of apple blossom followed by hints of summery raspberry and strawberry notes with a crisp, fresh, lingering finish.

€20.95

Occitaine

20.2

Gérard Bertrand Orange Gold

Offers an aromatic explosion of white flowers, candied fruit and white pepper.

€22.45

Languedoc-Roussillon

20.3

Gérard Bertrand Château Remaury

Wonderful fruit ripeness and herbal, garrigue character which clearly defines the style.

€15.95

20.4

Gérard Bertrand Heritage Pic St Loup

Supremely elegant with wonderful fruit purity, silky smooth tannins and layers of wild bramble fruit with a lingering richness on the finish.

€17.95

20.5

Gérard Bertrand Domaine de Villemajou

Juicy cranberry and bramble fruit, with a herbal note plus coffee and leather on the long finish. Wonderful gamey leathery flavours, beautifully smooth, with soft tannins.

€26.95

20.6

Gérard Bertrand Château de la Grange Fitou

Buckets of bramble fruit allied to leather spice notes, a medium body and a rounded soft palate.

€17.95

20.7

Gérard Bertrand Cigalus Red

Shows complexity and finesse in a beguiling mix of black fruits, plum and cedar spice with a charming warmth and complexity.

€39.95

Henri Bourgeois

The Bourgeois family are making some of the best wines in the Loire Valley. The grapes are grown on a combination of chalk, clay and limestone soils which are the perfect terroir for these elegant mineral-driven Sauvignon Blancs.

Loire Valley

21.1

Petit Bourgeois Sauvignon Blanc

Plenty of zestry citrus fruit with grapefruit to the fore but also a chalky stony mineral element too.

€16.95

21.2

Henri Bourgeois Porte de l’Abbaye Pouilly-Fumé

A stunning expression of Sauvignon Blanc with a lemon curd aroma plus gooseberry and a stony mineral character.

€28.95

21.3

Henri Bourgeois Sancerre La Bourgeoise

Rich and full bodied with flinty and spice notes and a delicate touch of hawthorn blossom.

€39.95

21.4

Henri Bourgeois Petit Clos Sauvignon Blanc

Expect expressive peach and elderflower fruit complemented by a soft gunflint minerality.

€21.95

Loire Valley

21.5

Petit Bourgeois Pinot Noir Rosé

Mouth-watering strawberry and plum fruit abound and the finish is refreshingly dry and crisp with lingering strawberry notes.

€17.95

21.6

Henri Bourgeois Porte du Caillou Sancerre Rouge

A bouquet marked by morello cherry, violet, and wood notes. On the palate, it reveals good roundness and a light, pleasant tannin texture.

€28.95

Kuentz Bas & Domaine Duffour

Kuentz-Bas was founded in the Alsatian town of Husseren-les-Châteaux in 1795 and is now owned by 14th generation winemaker Jean-Baptiste Adam. Owned and run by the Duffour family, Domaine Duffour farms 70 hectares in the Gascony region in the southwest of France.

Gascony

Domaine Duffour Père et Fils 22.1

Highly aromatic and bursting with crunchy red apples, ripe tropical fruits and a fresh, citrussy finish.

€13.45

Alsace

22.2

Kuentz-Bas Pinot Blanc La 4ème Tour

Shows aromas of fresh fruit and white flowers, with a touch of citrus. The palate is savoury, hinting at texture with a fruity, refreshing elegant finish.

€20.95

22.3

Kuentz-Bas Signature La

4ème Tour

Expect charming pear and floral aromas before a dry and full-bodied palate. The finish is long and fresh, with a distinct slatey minerality adding complexity.

€19.95

Kuentz-Bas L’Alsace Mosaîk 22.4

On the nose, it expresses floral notes and white fruit flavours of pear and green apple. The mouth is crisp and fruity, the finish dry and structured with good acidity.

€16.95

22.5

Kuentz-Bas Riesling Mosaïk

Rich and intense with citrus and floral aromas. The palate is dry and crisp with good acidity and chalky minerality. The finish is long and refreshing.

€19.95

Laurent Miquel

Originally from Dublin, Irish woman Neasa Corish Miquel is now married to winemaker Laurent Miquel and living in France. One of the modern day wine geese, and the eighth generation of winemakers here, the family are making delicious red and white wines.

Languedoc-Roussillon

23.1

Laurent Miquel Heritage Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc

Marries fresh green fruit flavours from the grapes which are grown at altitude followed by crisp, refreshing acidity along with a ripe mid-palate note.

€14.95

23.2

Les Auzines Alaina Albariño

Aromas of grapefruit and delicate floral notes lead to a palate which is peachy yet lively and refreshing with a hint of lime on the finish.

€17.95

23.3

Les Auzines Alaina Rosé

Ripe, summery Languedoc fruit and a crisp balancing acidity that keeps the wine refreshing, elegant.

€16.95

23.4

Laurent Miquel Heritage Vineyards Syrah

A super-smooth palate and jam-packed with ripe bramble fruit and hint of spice.

€14.95

23.5

Laurent Miquel Connemara Saint-Chinian

Notes of blackcurrant and spices. The palate is rich with a ripe fruit character, elegant and complex with silky tannins with aromas of cedar and sandalwood on the finish.

€16.95

Les Grand Chais de France

A family company that was established over forty years ago, Les Grands Chais de France owns vineyards and has forged special partnerships with winegrowers. It is the biggest private winemaker in France and focuses on obtaining high quality wines.

Languedoc-Roussillon

24.1

Château Belles Eaux Les Coteaux

An elegant, well-balanced stunner with complex layers of dark fruit, chocolate and rich spices.

€24.95

Bordeaux

24.2

Château Sergant

Shows bramble and blackberry fruit with ripe rich tannins and a silky, powerful palate with a lingering fruit filled finish.

€27.95

Château Vieux Pourret St Émilion Grand Cru 24.3

A solid and robust palate with concentrated structure, revealing currants, blueberries and blackberries resting on smooth tannins and a toasty complexity.

€26.95

L’Orangerie du Tertre 24.4

The palate is rich and silky with dense black fruit, spice and velvety tannins. The overall impression is silky with a freshness on the finish.

€44.95

Lionel Osmin

Lionel Osmin is a sustainably run cooperative winery located in the southwest of France. They are focused on modern wine making techniques using traditional native grapes and they are also considered a Malbec specialist.

Jurançon Sec

Clos Cancaillaü Jurançon Sec 25.1

Textural with expressive notes of vanilla, citrus, and orange blossom. The palate is dry and fresh with a long-rounded finish.

€27.45

Cahors

Lionel Osmin Malbec 25.2

Full of ripe black fruit and beautifully supple, integrated tannins.

€16.95

Moët & Chandon and Veuve Clicquot Champagne

Owned by the luxury fashion house LVMH, these are two of the top Grande Marques. Recognised the world over, Champagnes Moët & Chandon and Veuve Clicquot Champagne have a reputation for wines of high quality and consistency year after year.

Champagne

Moët & Chandon NV Ice 26.1

Fresh, fruity and intense, the palate is broad with notes of exotic fruit, hints of caramel and a green apple freshness to the finish.

€77

Veuve Clicquot Brut NV 26.2

An elegant crisp style coupled with hints of brioche, peach and warming vanilla notes, balanced by a refreshing citrus note.

€66

Moët & Chandon Vintage 26.3

Aromas of grapefruit and strawberry with intense summer fruit flavours and a hint of brioche. A dry and crisp palate is underpinned by morello cherry.

€86.50

Moët & Chandon NV Rosé 26.4

Shows shades of copper, dominated by the scent of wild strawberries, with zestful, assertive fruitiness. Lively and expressive.

€73.95

Veuve Clicquot Rose Brut NV 26.5

Full bodied and intense with bright red fruit notes of cherry and strawberries underpinned by a dry and refreshing finish.

€85

Pommery Champagne

Although a historic Champagne house, Pommery has a distinctively modern image. Its grapes are sustainably grown in 40 different villages across the Côte des Blancs, Montagne de Reims and other vineyards in the Champagne region.

Champagne

Pommery NV 27.1

Floral aromas of elderflower and lemon followed by nice brioche complexity. The palate is elegant, with delicate citrus flavours, dry with a rich, round mouthfeel and crisp acidity.

€60

Domaine Pierre Marchand & Provence Rosé

Domaine Marchand is a family run winery established in 1650, on the right bank of the Loire River in Tracy Sur Loire. After working for O’Briens, Alban set up his own business, bringing together a portfolio of small wineries, focused on Provence.

Loire Valley

28.1

Domaine Pierre Marchand Pouilly-Fumé

Elegant and crisp with notes of fresh herbs and blackcurrant leaf. The palate has a touch of richness and is followed by citrus notes and a lingering mineral finish.

€24.95

Provence

28.2

Château Saint-Jean Lavender Organic Rosé

Fruity and lively with red fruits and lychee, and a wonderfully fresh finish with lingering grapefruit and pineapple notes.

€19.95

28.3

MIMI en Provence Grande Réserve Rosé

Fresh and well-balanced with pleasant red fruit notes on the nose and palate reminiscent of crushed strawberry, lemon and watermelon.

€19.95

28.4

Château de Gairoird Organic Rosé

Fashionably pale with a restrained floral nose, the palate is dry with hints of raspberry and strawberry fruits and a refreshing clean finish.

€19.95

Rhonéa

New generation co-operative, Rhonéa brings together a group of nearly 400 artisan winegrowers. It’s a union of historic cellars of the South Rhône Valley, producing wines from Beaumes-de-Venise, Visan, Sablet, Vacqueyras and Rasteau appellations.

Rhône

Rhonéa Rasteau Tradition 29.1

Brimming with ripe dark berry fruit, herbaceous notes of rosemary and thyme add to the complexity of this rich, robust wine.

€19.95

29.2

Domaine du Grand Prieur Vacqueyras

Aromatic and slightly spicy with hints of red and black fruit. Full-bodied on the palate with smooth, ripe tannin and a long aftertaste with notes of garrigue and liquorice.

€21.95

Taittinger Champagne

The Taittinger family have managed Champagne Taittinger for almost a century. The renowned Brut Réserve is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier with wines from over 35 different vineyards.

Champagne

Taittinger Brut Réserve 30.1

With a minimum of three years in the house cellars, this Brut Réserve is defined by notes of brioche, peach and white flowers.

€58

Taittinger Prestige Rosé 30.2

Offers aromas of freshly crushed wild raspberry, cherry and blackcurrant. The palate strikes a balance between a velvety texture and full-bodied flavours of fresh, crisp red fruits.

€80

GERMANY

Germany is home to the noble Riesling grape, it also successfully grows high quality Pinot Noir and other interesting varieties such as the red grape Dornfelder and the white grape Scheurebe.

Some vineyard sites are so densely planted or located in such precarious locations, that gentle hand harvesting of the grapes into small traditional baskets is the only option for the growers.

The benefit of this is that the grapes arrive at the winery in near perfect condition ready for long cool fermentations which concentrate flavours and aromas. German wines are one of the best kept secrets in the wine trade.

Don’t be misled by the fluted bottle shape, the whites range from crisp bone dry styles to unctuous and rich, the reds are elegant, well balanced and pure. German wines age well and so are perfect for tucking away for a few years.

DORNFELDER

Ice

Rheingau

Pfalz

Lingenfelder Estate

A regular now at our wine fairs, this is a great opportunity to experiment with the Lingenfelder family’s amazing Riesling and other aromatic whites. Located in the Pfalz region of Germany since 1520, this historic winery practices sustainable grape farming.

Pfalz

31.1

Lingenfelder Bird Label Riesling

The nose offers delightful floral aromas as well as ripe tropical and orchard fruits. The palate is crisp and fresh with ripe peach and grapefruit flavours before a lingering finish.

€16.45

31.2

Lingenfelder Estate Riesling

Dry yet bursts with bright citrus and red apple fruit, all the time remaining elegant with a stony minerality and a lemon-fresh finish.

€20.95

31.3 Lingenfelder Fox Label Dornfelder

Smoky and perfumed aromas with raspberry and cherry fruit, light tannins and fresh acidity on the palate.

€16.95

Weingut Robert Weil

Robert Weil are a family run winery based in the Rheingau. They have 90ha of their own sustainablymanaged vineyards, solely planted with the Riesling grape variety. These delicious wines represent the family’s unwavering commitment to quality and tradition.

Rheingau

32.1

Robert Weil Riesling Trocken

Aromatic and bright with notes of green apple and pear along with a crisp refreshing acidity and a long fresh, mineral finish.

€26.95

32.2

Robert Weil Rheingau Riesling Kabinett

This lighter alcohol wine offers bright acidity and lush ripe exotic fruits on the silky off-dry palate.

€28.95

R M A N Y

32.3

Robert Weil Kiedrich Klosterberg VDP Erste Lage

Complex and elegant with a tight slatey minerality, crisp citrus fruits and refreshing acidity.

€38.95

32.4

Robert Weil Kiedrich Gräfenberg VDP Auslese 375ml

Refined and luscious with fruit notes of honeydew melon and apricots. The sweet palate is balanced by the high acidity and concentration of fruit.

€58

Weinkellerei J. & H.

Selbach

Visiting our festival for the first time this year, Selbach are an awarded family estate from the Mosel, a top-quality wine region in Germany. The winery has Riesling as its focus and the wines have a signature of elegance and freshness.

Mosel

33.1

Selbach Riesling Incline

Full of zesty lemon and floral aromas, while the mouth-watering juicy acidity is a perfect balance to its ripe Riesling undertones.

€17.45

33.2

Selbach Riesling Mosel

Inviting lemon and red apple nose and a succulent, juicy off-dry refreshing palate.

€16.45

R M A N Y

33.3

Selbach Riesling Spatlese Saar

Beguiling aromas of ripe apple, grapefruit and tangerine lead onto a palate of clean, crisp apple with some sweetness balanced by refreshing acidity.

€22.45

Selbach-Oster Pinot Noir 33.4

Light in colour with vibrant red fruit notes reminiscent of redcurrants, raspberry, and strawberries. The palate also has a hint of spice and an underlying savoury note.

€27.95

GREECE

Wine has been embedded in Greek culture for over 4,000 years and the ancient Greeks were known for pioneering new methods of viticulture and winemaking. Today, there is a drive towards high quality wine grapes being grown, not only on the Greek mainland but also on the beautiful Greek islands such as the stunning volcanic island of Santorini.

While Assyrtiko is considered the top white grape, there are around 300 indigenous grapes grown in Greece, and this has resulted in a vast array of wine styles to choose from. In recent years, innovative teams of winemakers have established exciting new wineries across the country and Greek wines continue to grow in popularity.

Gaia Wines

One of the most respected wineries in Greece, with 30 years of experience, Gaia make high quality red and white wines. The indigenous Assyrtiko Wild Ferment is defined by its mineral profile as the grapes are grown on the volcanic Santorini soils.

Nemea

Gaia Monograph Assyrtiko 34.1

Bright with a refreshing green tinged fruit character and a hint of minerality on the finish.

€18.45

Santorini

Gaia Assyrtiko Wild Ferment 34.2

An intensely concentrated white wine. Shows a chalky mineral character and lemon zest notes with great length.

€34.95

Nemea

Gaia Rosé 4-6H 34.3

Offers aromatic fruity notes of strawberry, pomegranate and rose petals along with a crisp acidity.

€16.95

Gaia Agiorgitiko 34.4

Intense bramble and blueberry fruit on the nose and a weighty and structured but smooth palate.

€19.45

Gaia S 34.5

Shows a great mix of blueberry fruit and liquorice-like spice framed by subtle aromatic cedar from oak with a structured long palate.

€25.95

ITALY

From North to South including the Island of Sicily, Italy has an incredible array of wines on offer from both local and international grape varieties.

Elegant dry whites from Soave, the sparkling wines of Prosecco, rich Primitivo from Puglia or intense sweet Vin Santo from Tuscany, there is truly a lifetime of discovery and experimentation.

Along with diverse grape varieties, contrasting climates, varied terroir, and regional winemaking know how, Italy also has the food!

Delicious Italian cuisine is truly the best way to experience and enjoy the aromas, flavours through the vast choice of wine available from Italy.

The cellar at MusellaWinery

SANGIOVESE

Azienda Agricola Musella s.s.

One of the leading Amarone families, Musella is owned by Emilio Pasqua who bought this ancient winery on the outskirts of Verona a number of years ago. His daughter Maddalena and nephew Enrico Raber are among the family members who are also involved.

Veneto

35.1

Shows flavours of spiced cherry, plum and tea leaf all framed by well-meshed tannins and subtle acidity.

€21.95

35.2

Dense with dark cherry fruit, silky smooth but still finely structured and impeccably balanced.

€24.45

35.3 Musella Amarone Riserva

This is a powerful, concentrated Amarone with lashings of raisined dark fruit and the savoury complexity of good oak ageing.

€57

Musella Valpolicella Superiore

Musella Valpolicella Ripasso

Cantine Su’entu

Su’entu is a family-run winery on the Italian island of Sardinia. The hot Mediterranean summers are tempered by cooling breezes (Su’entu means ‘wind’ in the local dialect) that constantly blow in off the sea to retain a freshness in the sustainably farmed grapes. .

Sardinia

Vibrant aromas are highlighted by wildflowers, tropical and citrus notes. The palate features ripe citrus fruit flavours alongside a saline minerality on the long finish.

€22.45

36.2 Su’entu Cannonau

Enticing floral and red berry aromas are married to soft, ripe tannins. A savoury complexity and smooth palate.

€24.95

Su’entu Vermentino 36.1

Cusumano, Terredora

& Revino

Featuring a collection of wineries from Sicily, through Campania and into the Vento, this table offers the opportunity to taste native grape varieties and chat with the people that farm the vineyards and make the wines.

Veneto

Venuglia Pinot Grigio delle Venezie

Richly textured with notes of acacia blossom, fresh green apple, and a touch of spice with refreshing acidity on the finish.

€15.95

Sicily

37.2 Cusumano Alta Mora Etna Bianco

Fresh and fruity with great minerality and a crisp citrus finish.

€24.95

37.1

Campania

37.3

Terredora Greco di Tufo Loggia della Serra

On the palate there is a wash of citrus fruit, pear and apple overlaid by subtle honey and a pleasant mineral note on the fruity finish.

€22.95

37.4

Terredora Ex Cinere Resurgo Fiano di Avellino

Acacia blossom on the nose leads to a textured palate of ripe lemon and grapefruit, apricot and a touch of honey.

€21.95

Veneto

37.5

Postcards Pinot Grigio delle Venezie Rosé

Refreshing with aromas of peach and apricot and a subtle note of ripe melon on the finish balanced by crisp acidity.

€15.95

37.6 Cusumano Alta Mora Etna Rosso

Wonderfully concentrated cherry fruit along with some herby notes, soft smooth tannins and vibrant acidity.

€26.45

Ascheri Azienda Agricola

Matteo Ascheri’s wines have a grace and charm that is almost Burgundian. Minimal intervention is the practice here and Matteo believes strongly in letting the grapes and the soil speak for themselves. The outstanding results are acoustic “unplugged” wines.

Piedmont

Ascheri Gavi di Gavi 38.1

Beautifully textured, medium-bodied wine with soft crunchy orchard fruit flavours of green apple, pear and a touch of peach and grapefruit on the long finish.

€20.95

38.2

Ascheri Moscato d’Asti

Lightly sparkling and sweet with notes of flower blossom and apple on the nose. The palate is low in alcohol, refreshing, fruity and light with a hint of apple.

€15.45

38.3

Ascheri Langhe Barbera Fontanelle

Complex and multi-layered with classic dark cherry and ripe raspberry fruit flavours. Six months in oak give the wine a slightly spiced and smoky complexity.

€20.95

Piedmont

38.4

I T A L Y

Ascheri Langhe Nebbiolo San Giacomo

The dry palate is well balanced with grippy tannins, tight acidity and velvety bramble fruits.

Ascheri Barolo 38.5 €39

Truffle and blackberry scented with upfront fruit and superb depth of flavour. Delightfullystructured and complex.

Matteo Ascheri Special Selection Barolo 38.6

Richly laden with ripe fruit, spices, and sweet tobacco. Tannins are velvety, and the palate has a fresh note and silky fruit on the finish.

The Wine People

This progressive family business specialises in Sicilian wines but offers a comprehensive range from around Italy. This is an opportunity to try their brilliant Prosecco and their delicious Chianti, which reflect the Tuscan terroir to perfection.

Sicily

Santa Tresa Il Grillo Spumante Brut 39.1

Straw coloured, with bright golden flecks and a delicate bead of bubbles. Expect a floral bouquet and a soft and beautifully balanced palate.

€21.95

Prosecco

Proverbio Organic Prosecco 39.2

The palate is soft and fresh, offering zippy acidity and a complex array of primary fruit flavours, including peach, pear and apricot.

€20.45

39.3

Santa Tresa Il Frappato Spumante Brut Rosé

Fresh, fruity notes on the nose and hints of wild strawberry. On the palate the wine is delicate and harmonious, with citrus, fruity nuances and a fresh and pleasant acidity.

€24.45

On the palate, there is a strong mineral backbone, balanced with lively acidity. The finish is long and complex with delicious almond flavours.

€16.95

39.5

Aromas of red berry fruits and peppery spice. On the palate, the elegance of the volcanic terroir shines through. The tannins are smooth and balanced with a mineral character on the long finish.

€16.95

Cortese Nostru Catarratto Lucido 39.4

Cortese Nostru Nerello Mascalese

Volpetto Chianti Riserva 39.6

This is modern Chianti at its best: silk-smooth and packed with juicy, ripe red-berried fruit.

€21.95

Integro Negroamaro Puglia IGP 39.7

The nose is very fruity and reminiscent of raspberries and strawberries. Full bodied with integrated tannins and a long, multi-layered finish.

€16.95

Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG

Tajapiera Amarone 39.8

An intense bouquet of blackberry fruit, the palate is rich, full-bodied and well-rounded. Classic black cherry and plum fruit flavours with a chocolate and coffee complexity on the finish.

€34.95

Mondo del Vino

This family business is growing grapes and making wines in multiple locations across Italy. Fruit-driven, modern wine making is at the heart of Mondo del Vino and the business also flies the flag for some lesser-known interesting wine regions.

Giacondi Bianco 40.1

Fruit-driven, made from an innovative blend with pronounced floral aromas and plenty of ripe peach and apple fruit on the crisp, dry palate.

€9.95

Giacondi Rosso 40.2

A silky-smooth, medium-bodied Italian red with ripe plum and cherry fruit and a savoury note on the finish.

€9.95

Puglia

Argenta Appassimento 40.3

Luna

Intense aromas of crushed blackberry and cherry with notes of vanilla and cinnamon spice that follow through to the palate along with hints of mocha/chocolate.

€19.95

Asio Otus 40.4

Aromatic, dark, full-bodied, and spicy with notes of blackberry, plum, dried fruits and vanilla. A smooth, velvety texture and a long intense finish.

€17.95

Rinforzo 40.5

Rich and complex with flavours of blackberry jam, dark chocolate and Mediterranean herbs. Opulent and full-bodied.

€23.95

Pasqua Wines

Originally from Puglia and now based in Verona, the Pasqua family wine business started in 1925. Today, it is best known for making a range of exciting wines, with everything from Prosecco through to the popular Passimento styles, made with semi-dried grapes.

Veneto

Rosé DOC 41.1

Romeo & Juliet Prosecco

Aromatic, elegant, and refreshing with notes of raspberry and strawberry underpinned by hints of apple.

€26

Pinot Grigio 41.2

Romeo & Juliet

Fragrant and fruity, the nose offers floral sensations of acacia blossom along with a hint of pear. It has a fresh and intense palate and excellent balance.

€17.95

Pasqua 11 Minutes Rosé 41.3

The fresh strawberry, raspberry and grapefruit flavours on the palate are balanced by refreshing acidity and a long crisp finish.

€19.95

41.4

Vigneti del Sole

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo

Offers a dark fruit character: blackberry, morello cherry and plum. Soft tannins and a pleasant white pepper finish.

€14.95

Veneto

41.5

Romeo & Juliet Passione

Passimento Red

Expect deep red fruit flavours, a touch of spice and a wonderfully rich and velvet-smooth palate.

€19.95

Guerrieri Rizzardi

Our ever-popular friends from the Veneto are attending our Wine Festival once again. Their wines are both amazingly diverse and interesting and are well worth investigating. Everything from Prosecco through to rich concentrated Amarone are on show.

Prosecco

Rizzardi Prosecco Frizzante 42.1

Shows ripe peach and pear fruit flavours with the slight touch of ripeness balanced by delightful acidity on the palate.

€15.95

42.2

Rizzardi Prosecco Spumante

Shows ripe prickly pear and red grapefruit perfectly framed by a fine crisp backbone of refreshing acidity.

€22.95

Rizzardi Pinot Grigio 42.3

Notes of honey and sweet spices add complexity to the rich pear fruit. The finish is refreshingly crisp and dry.

€16.45

Rizzardi Lugana 42.4

Aromatics of blossom and stone fruit lead to a smooth palate that is lively in flavour with ample fruit and a long-lasting textured finish.

€19.95

Rizzardi Munus Veronese Rosso 42.5

An abundance of dark berry fruit aromas and toasty complexity, the medium-bodied palate is smoothly textured offering vibrant acidity and crunchy bramble fruit flavours.

€22.95

Valpolicella

Rizzardi Pojega Ripasso 42.6

Elegant, silky-smooth Ripasso with pure wild cherry fruit and sweet spice undercut with notes of mocha.

€22.95

Veneto

Rizzardi Clos Roareti 42.7

Rich and complex with ripe bramble fruit before grippy tannins and savoury notes on the finish.

€29.95

Valpolicella

Rizzardi Villa Amarone 42.8

Classic Amarone; this is rich and complex with lots of dark black fruit and a savoury quality.

€49.95

San Felice

With origins dating back to the 17th century, San Felice’s search for quality has resulted in new initiatives, from the replanting of its vineyards to technological innovation. The wines are true expressions of the Tuscan landscape from which they come.

Toscana

43.1

San Felice Chianti Classico

Intense red berry fruit and black tea flavours are balanced by sour cherry and a fine backbone of acidity typical of the best Chianti Classico.

€19.95

Chianti Classico

San Felice Il Grigio Riserva 43.2

Complex and concentrated, this boasts the brooding dark cherry and black tea character typical of the Sangiovese grape, allied to fresh acidity.

€25.95

43.3

San Felice Il Grigio Gran Selezione

Full-bodied and firmly-structured, yet velvetsmooth on the palate. Ripe black cherry and cassis flavours with undertones of tea, smoky spice and leather.

€36.95

Brunello di Montalcino

43.4

Campogiovanni

Displays wild berry fruit, plum, cedar, tobacco leaf and leather. The palate is generous with rich fruit and fine-grained tannins developing into a long, fruit-filled finish.

€52

Chianti

43.5

375ml

Intensely concentrated with rich flavours of raisin, walnut, and candied lemon peel. The palate is luscious and rich, but with a seam of refreshing acidity.

€22.95

San Felice Brunello di Montalcino

San Felice Belcaro Vin Santo

NEW ZEALAND

Home of the heroic “All Blacks”, this small country also seriously punches above its weight in wine. Dominated by Marlborough and Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand has taken on the wine world with its exuberant, zesty, exotic take on Sauvignon Blanc. However, don’t stop at Sauvignon, if you are a fan of New Zealand also seek out other aromatic white grape varieties that they do well – Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer, and on the reds Pinot Noir is the hot ticket.

Moving further North and therefore slightly warmer, in terms of climate - think about Waiheke Island, which offers complex Chardonnays and structured, powerful reds from Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

Astrolabe

Owned by the Waghorn family, Astrolabe Wines is located in Marlborough, New Zealand. The climate offers ideal growing conditions for Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir, while the Waghorn’s winemaking skill make the most of the unique terroir.

Marlborough

44.1

Astrolabe Dry Farm Riesling

Ripe lemon and crisp apple flavours. The slight sweetness is balanced by zingy, fresh acidity on the long finish.

€20.95

W Z E A L A N D

44.2

Astrolabe Sauvignon Blanc

Aromatic and bursting with passionfruit, lemongrass, gooseberry and citrus fruit flavours which lead into a deliciously dry mineral finish.

€19.95

44.3

Astrolabe Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc

Offers well-defined minerality and acidity, flavours of lime zest, elderflower and fresh herbs with a dry, savoury finish.

€22.45

44.4

Astrolabe Kékerengú Coast Sauvignon Blanc

The palate is bone dry with a crunchy chalky minerality framing the just-ripe green berry fruit profile before a distinctly saline note on the finish.

€22.95

44.5

Astrolabe Taihoa Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc

Aromas of passionfruit and citrus are joined by almond and lemon curd, while the textured palate offers guava, passionfruit and hazelnut flavours before a long, chalky mineral finish.

€39.45

44.6

Astrolabe Southern Valleys Chenin Blanc

A medium-bodied, slightly off dry expression of Chenin Blanc, with flavours of elderflower, green strawberry, apple and nectarine.

€21.95

44.7

Astrolabe Pinot Noir

Delicious flavours of plum, brambly fruit and dark cherry, along with a hint of smoky oak which integrates nicely with the fruit and the silky tannins.

€25.45

E W Z E A L A N D

E W Z E A L A N D

Home to one of our favourite New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs, Insight Vineyard’s other wines, namely Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer, are also worth trying. Located in Marlborough’s Southern Valley, the family run winery is sustainably farmed.

Marlborough

45.1

Insight Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc

Fresh basil, capsicum and tomato leaf aromas are followed by zesty red, grapefruit acidity and passionfruit on the crisp palate. An intense and complex wine.

€18.95

45.2

Pounamu Sauvignon Blanc

Fresh and inviting, bursting with flavour with a herbal undernote. Expect hints of pink grapefruit, honeydew melon and snow pea.

€19.95

45.3

Insight Vineyard Dry Riesling

The dry, thirst-quenching palate offers crisp citrus and vibrant tropical fruit flavours alongside ginger and beeswax. Refreshing acidity on the delicious, long finish.

€17.95

45.4

Insight Vineyard Pinot Gris

Aromatic and fruit-driven with a silky textured palate and a stone-fruit character of nectarine, apricot and quince.

€17.95

45.5

Insight Vineyard

Gewürztraminer

Luscious, vibrant and deliciously off-dry with the perfect balance of spicy richness and ripe lychee fruit on the finish.

€17.95

45.6

Insight Vineyard Pinot Noir

Crunchy red berry and fleshy plum flavours are supported by sweet spice and liquorice from the clever use of oak.

€21.95

N E W Z E A L A N D

DOURO PORTS

PORTUGAL

The great fortified and table wines of the Douro continue to stand proudly on the world’s wine stage. However, Portugal is poised to really take off driven by the nonclassic areas which are offering modern stylish wine at very accessible prices.

Portugal has plenty of interesting native grapes to offer, the sun to ripen these grapes and in some regions cooling sea breezes which are so important for grape aromas and therefore wine aromas.

The winemaking is innovative and modern, the wine styles are international but are nuanced with local textures and flavours. We are certainly going to be hearing more about and drinking more Portuguese wines over the next few years – watch this space...

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COOLING SEA BREEZES

Casa Ermelinda

The family-owned Casa Ermelinda Freitas winery was established more than a century ago. Located in the Setúbal area near Lisbon, the winery makes the most of the region’s flat sandy soils and merges traditional and modern winemaking.

Setúbal

46.1

Península das Vinhas Sauvignon Blanc

Displays grassy notes on the nose along with vibrant fruit on the palate and a touch of ripe melon. Finishes with a crisp lingering freshness.

€13.95

46.2

Península das Vinhas Tinto

Deliciously fruity red with currant, plum and bramble notes. Finishes on a velvety texture, ripe tannin, and a touch of warming pepper.

€14.45

J. Portugal Ramos Vinhos

When João Portugal Ramos began his career as a winemaker, the Alentejo region was still widely unknown. Today, it’s fair to say that nobody has done as much for the region’s promotion and reputation as he has and his wines are both popular and well made.

Douro Valley

S&R Douro 47.1

An explosion of ripe bramble berry fruit, sweet spice and cocoa on a full-bodied palate. The finish is fresh and clean.

€17.45

Alentejo

47.2

JP Ramos Reserva

A modern wine with a soft, luscious and moreish palate full of ripe plum and dark berry fruits.

€15.95

47.3

Marquês de Borba Colheita

The palate is intensely fruity, with ripe hedgerow berries and cassis along with silky smooth tannins. Beautiful balance between the fruit, acidity and tannins.

€18.45

Duorum Colheita 47.4

Displays great balance, with succulent darkberried fruit, fine tannins and a very long finish.

€19.95

Douro Valley

Porta 6 / Boas Quintas

Based outside Lisbon in Portugal, Vidigal Wines is where our ever-popular Porta 6 wine is made. Apart from the exciting blend of indigenous grape varieties they use, Vidigal’s vibrant street art labels add a note of fun and personality to the wines.

Lisboa

48.1

Júlia Florista Branco

This fresh and fruity white offers green apple and citrus aromas and flavours with a refreshing, crisp, clean finish.

€9.95

48.2

Porta 6 Branco

Full flavoured with citrus and passionfruit notes predominating on the pleasantly round palate. The finish is refreshingly crisp.

€36

48.3

Porta 6 Branco

Full flavoured with citrus and passionfruit notes predominating on the pleasantly round palate. The finish is refreshingly crisp.

€12.95

3L Bag in Box

48.4

Boas Quintas Fonte do Ouro Branco

An aromatic nose with apple, pear and tropical fruits. Showing a fresh and mineral palate with good structure and a long finish.

€17.25

Lisboa

48.5

Júlia Florista Tinto

Unoaked, fruit-driven red, made using native Portuguese grape varieties. The overall impression is soft and smooth with juicy red-berry fruit.

€9.95

48.6

Porta 6

Smooth and balanced with red and wild berry notes and some savoury complexity and a refreshing, bright, fruit-filled palate.

€12.95

48.7

Porta 6

Smooth and balanced with red and wild berry notes and some savoury complexity and a refreshing, bright, fruit-filled palate.

3L Bag in Box

48.8

Porta 6 Reserva

Shows notes of bramble and black fruits complemented by dark chocolate and peppery spice with a good structure, round tannins and refreshing acidity on the long finish.

€15.95

Dão

48.9

Boas Quintas Fonte do Ouro Tinto

Aromas of ripe red berry fruits, toasty oak and earl grey tea. The full-bodied palate boasts elegant tannins and is bursting with bramble fruits and soft subtle spice before a smooth, persistent finish.

Quinta Nova, Tordo & Xovial

A range of wines from Spain and Portugal that showcases the wines of the Iberian Penninsula, from the position of native grapes, value for money and the myriad interesting and diverse flavour profiles this region can offer.

Vinho Verde

49.1

Tordo Alvarinho

Crisp and fresh with flavours of grapefruit and pineapple and perfectly integrated acidity.

€15.45

Rías Baixas (Spain)

49.2

Xovial Albariño

Shows tropical fruit notes, a rounded texture to the palate and refreshing greengage and citrus fruit notes on the finish.

€20.95

SPAIN ORIGIN

Douro Valley

49.3

Quinta Nova

Shows dark plummy fruit, complex and concentrated, it finishes fresh and lingering.

€21.45

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STYLISH HIGH END WINES

SPAIN

Cemented on the vinous map by Rioja, modern Spain has much to offer; crisp, dry whites from Galicia made from the Albariño grape to rich robust red wines from Priorat.

There are a vast array of styles, grapes and wines available with new upcoming regions emerging. Many wineries are family-owned and have been in the same family for generations so the same passion, knowledge and experience seen in France can also be experienced in Spain.

Innovation is also at the forefront of Spain’s wine agenda both in the vineyard and in the wineries, all of which is focused towards improving overall wine quality, and whilst Spain offers great value it also offers stylish high-end wines that are worth investing in.

NAVARRA

RIOJA

RUEDA

COSTERS DEL SEGRE

CASTILLA LA MANCHA JUMILLA

MONTILLA MORILES

PRIORAT

ALBARINO

Adegas Pazo Das Tapias

Pazo do Mar is an innovative family winery based in Monterrei, a small region on the Portuguese border. Founded in 2002 they focus on making high-quality Galician wines based on their own own vineyards and selected winegrowers using native grape varieties.

Galicia

Alma Godello 50.1

Fresh and lively with aromas and flavours of red apple, pineapple and lime zest underpinned by a crisp backbone and a stone note.

€16.95

Bodeags Luzón

Founded in 1841, Bodgeas Luzón is one of the most cutting-edge producers in Spain’s Jumilla region. Benefiting from a continental climate and located close to the Mediterranean coast, the focus of this modern winery is on rich, full-bodied wines.

Jumilla

Luzón Finca La Solana 51.1

A full-flavoured wine rounded off by a touch of oak which gives a toasty complexity underpinned by rich, powerful, dark-berried fruit.

€13.95

Luzon Alma Selección 51.2

Shows blackberry fruit underpinned by hints of savoury black pepper, thyme, and warm vanilla. The tannins follow ripe and sweet, with a rich but fresh finish.

€13.95

51.3

Bodegas Luzón No Added Sulphur

Fruit-driven with notes of plums, cherry, and bramble. Tannin is integrated and overall, the wine is fresh and balanced.

€13.95

Luzón Colección Crianza 51.4

Offers dark, rich bramble and plum fruit, complemented by liquorice and spice from 12 months in American and French oak.

€16.45

Luzón Verde Organic 51.5

Lively and fresh with vibrant dark berry fruits balanced by a seam of refreshing acidity. The tannins are noticeable but silky soft.

€13.95

Altos de Luzón 51.6

Rich with ripe blackberry fruit, complemented by integrated toast and sweet spices lifted from the 12 months in French and American oak barrels.

€20.45

Luzón Dulce 51.7

The palate is well balanced and defined by notes of orange blossom, warm sweet spice and a hint of honey with a fresh note on the finish.

€17.95

Bodega Tandem

This small family-owned winery from Navarra are making some of the most exciting wine in Spain today. They have adopted a minimal intervention philosophy in the vineyard and winery, to allow Tandem wines to better reflect the winery’s location.

Navarra

Rós Rosé 52.1

Dry, crisp, and elegant with summery red fruits, notes of raspberry and strawberry, and a refreshing, lingering finish.

€16.95

Tandem Ars in Vitro 52.2

Unoaked with silky dark berry and damson fruit, a hint of mountain herbs, moderate tannins with an elegant, refreshing and balanced finish.

€15.45

52.3

Tandem Ars Nova

Aromas and flavours of ripe bramble, balsamic notes, blueberries, liquorice, and thyme. A fresh mountain wine with a strong expression of its terroir.

€18.45

Tandem Mácula 52.3

A serious Merlot and Cabernet blend with a complex mix of black fruit, chocolate, raisin and more with a firm-structured, long dry palate.

€22.45

Bodegas del Medievo SL

Bodegas del Medievo is a collaboration between four historic family owned-and-run wineries, located by the Sierra de Yerga hills in La Rioja Oriental. The bodega crafts classic styles of Rioja wines, blending traditional techniques with modern equipment.

Rioja

Acuro Organic Rioja Reserva 53.1

Ripe red berry fruit, and sweet spice aromas. The palate offers a burst of strawberry jam, nutmeg, vanilla and toast before a savoury mushroom and balsamic finish.

€20.95

Bodegas Riojanas

Based in Cenicero Rioja, Monte Real farms 300 hectares of Tempranillo vineyards and makes modern, fruit driven Rioja. With a heritage that dates back over 100 years, it manages to combine its rich history with all the innovation of a modern winery.

Rías Baixas

54.1

Veiga Naum Albariño

A refreshing palate bursting with lime, lemon, greengage, and tropical fruit flavours. The finish offers a good streak of refreshing acidity and a distinctive saline note.

€19.95

Galicia

54.2

Gargalo Godello

Aromas of lemon, peach, green apple with hints of honey. In the mouth, full bodied and rounded with notes of mandarin, peaches and lemon.

€20.45

Rioja

Monte Real Tempranillo 54.3

Shows primary strawberry and blackberry fruit on the nose and palate. Underlying this is a silky, smooth texture balanced by a refreshing crisp acidity.

€16.95

54.4

Monte Real Rioja Crianza

The primary bramble fruit flavours are complemented by the sweet spice flavours of the traditional oak ageing.

€17.45

54.5

Bodegas Riojanas Borisa Rioja Reserva

Elegant and harmonious on the nose with aromas of dark fruit and vanilla. The palate offers good fruit structure, fine acidity and polished tannins with a balanced, persistent finish.

€24.45

Monte Real Rioja Reserva 54.6

Notes of ripe strawberry and blackberry, a silky-smooth palate with layers of vanilla and sweet spice and a savoury finish with fine integrated oak flavours.

€22.45

Monte Real Rioja Gran Reserva 54.7

Multi-layered with notes of red and black fruit, vanilla, spice and savoury elements from the oak ageing, all underpinned by graceful balancing acidity.

€34.95

Coast TO Coast

Coast TO Coast Wines is dedicated to sourcing hidden gems from Spain. Owned by Patrick Webb and John Small, they represent independent family wineries across the Iberian Peninsula, each one producing fantastic wines that speak of their time and place.

Catalonia

55.1

Canals Nadal Cava Brut

Nature Reserva

A brilliant pale gold with aromas of baked apple, quince and peach, hints of brioche follow underpinned by ripe apple, peach, and notes of hazelnut.

€24.95

Galicia

55.2

Tolo do Xisto

Fresh, juicy red berry fruit and a wonderful fresh acidity are framed by ripe grippy tannins. Look for the distinctive slatey mineral cut on the long fresh finish.

€24.95

55.3

Coca I Fitó Nu

Shows a purity of red fruit, depth and richness with a silky rounded palate and a lingering refreshing acidity on the finish.

€24.95

Catalonia

55.4

Coca i Fitó Jaspi Negre

Incredibly pure dark-berried fruit, a touch of good oak and a long, mineral-accented finish.

€18.95

55.5

Samsara Priorat

Complex with delicious ripe berry fruit complemented by white pepper, a herbal note, and a distinct graphite minerality on a rich lingering palate.

€24.95

Lo Món Trossos del Priorat 55.6

Offers a richly flavoured yet balanced palate with delicious ripe dark hedgerow fruit flavours.

€29.95

De Alberto

The de Alberto Winery is located in a historic farmhouse dating back to the 17th century. Their vineyards are at the heart of the Rueda DO, and working with the local Verdejo variety, the team produce incredibly crisp and elegant white wines.

Rueda DO

De Alberto Organic Verdejo 56.1

Shows vibrant varietal aromas of aniseed, fennel and stone fruit. The palate has good structure, crisp acidity and an intense, lingering finish.

€15.45

Galicia Group

The Galicia Group is a family-run business, producing wines across northern Spain. Based in Ourense in Galicia, they specialise in wines from that region with their richlytextured, lees-aged Albariño a firm favourite with our customers and staff.

Rías Baixas

57.1

A Vaca Cuca Albariño

Aromatic and fruity with distinctive greengage and citrus fruit notes ahead of a refreshing, complex and saline note on the long, fresh finish.

€20.95

Ribera Del Duero DO

57.2

Rubiejo Barrica Ribera del Duero

An intense, structured palate and dark berry fruit with just enough oak to add a warming, toasty complexity.

€20.95

The pioneering Granbazán is located in the heart of Rías Baixas in Galicia and its Contrapunto is one of our all-time top-selling Albariños. Don’t miss the chance to discover their wines which showcase the versatility of this grape variety.

Rías Baixas

58.1

Albariño Contrapunto

Fruity and floral aromas. On the palate it displays greengage, Granny Smith apple, peach, lemon rind, refreshing acidity and a saline minerality on the persistent finish.

€19.95

58.2

Granbazán Etiqueta Verde

Displays a lovely mix of crisp green apple, pear and citrus fruit with underlying grassy notes. The finish is zesty and fresh with a characteristic saline tang.

€20.95

58.3

Granbazán Limousin Albariño

A complex and floral nose with vanilla and almond notes. The palate is unctuous but displays greengage and apricot aromas. The finish is long with a peppery spice.

€31.45

Lagar De Costa

This boutique family winery is run by the third generation of the Costa family in the Salnés Valley of Spain. The estate solely grows the local Albariño grape variety and combines the traditional and the modern, to create wines full of unique character.

Rías Baixas

Lagar de Costa Albariño 59.1

On the nose, ripe Williams pear mingling with peach and floral notes backed up by a zingy lemon juice fresh palate.

€21.95

Geal Albariño 59.2

Dry, refreshing and lightly textured with green fruit notes, a hint of white peach and a lingering salinity.

€24.95

Bodegas Marqués de Murrieta

We are delighted to be working with Marqués de Murrieta who are one of the most historic and iconic producers in Rioja. A modern winemaking philosophy is the focus here, along with a healthy respect for tradition across a stunning range of wines.

Rías Baixas

60.1

Pazo Barrantes Albariño

A classic Albariño offering Conference pear and lemon peel fruit on nose and palate. Bone dry with tangy fresh acidity on the finish.

€45

60.2

La Comtesse de Pazo Barrantes Albariño

Shows beautiful varietal greengage, apple and lemon fruit notes. Creamy texture and a lush nutty complexity.

€70

60.3

Marqués de Murrieta Capellanía

Complex and elegant, with a deeply perfumed floral aroma, nutty dry palate and lemon rind fresh acidity on the finish.

€49

60.4

Marqués de Murrieta Rioja Reserva

Aromas and flavours of strawberries, cranberries, and redcurrant jam along with thyme, laurel, pepper and Mediterranean herbs. The tannins are polished and supple.

€27.95

60.5

Marqués de Murrieta Rioja Gran Reserva

Concentrated and rich with black bramble fruits, refreshing red fruit notes, warm spices, sweet integrated oak and a supple roundness.

€57

60.6

Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 2011

Shows notes of strawberry, raspberry, clove, and nutmeg with hints of tea leaves, fine leather and graphite. The tannins are velvety and refined.

€200

Bodegas Sierra Cantabria

Consistently rated as one of Spain’s greatest producers, the Eguren family have revolutionised modern Spanish wine. From their dynamic Riojas at Sierra Cantabria to their highly-regarded Tempranillo from central Spain the range is beyond impressive.

Rioja

61.1

Sierra Cantabria Rioja Crianza

Intense cherry notes, with a toasty undertone of cedar and a ripe purity of Tempranillo fruit. There are light floral traces and an elegant and spicy finish.

€19.95

61.2

Sierra Cantabria Rioja Reserva

Notes of rich blackberry fruit plus a little plum with hints of vanilla and cedar from oak ageing, the palate is sumptuously rich.

€27.45

61.3

Sierra Cantabria Gran Reserva

Balanced and harmonious with notes of bramble and strawberry, underpinned by spice and wood vanilla. It has integrated tannins and a silky smooth finish.

€34.95

61 Sierra Cantabria Coleccíon Privada 61.4

Aged for 18 months in French and American oak barrels, aromas hint at cherry, bramble, spice, vanilla, toasty coffee, and chocolate.

€44.95

USA

Diverse in climate, terroir and grape varieties, some of the finest wines in the world can be found in the U.S.

Whilst some regions are warm and perfect for making juicy, fruity everyday drinking wines, other regions are growing classic grape varieties in top quality vineyards that produce world class wines.

Wineries range from tiny boutique/garage wineries to the large scale. Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay are well worth seeking out on the tasting table particularly from the cooler regions where elegance and balance are important components in defining the style of these wines.

The range on offer at the festival is a mini masterclass and it is well worth tasting through the wines to get to grips with what the U.S. has to offer in terms of style and quality.

DIVERSE CLIMATE

Jackson Family Wines

Owned by the Jackson family, this plethora of fabulous wine estates offers a great opportunity to taste a range of grapes, regions and wine styles from the US. With a strong focus on quality, the range is highly awarded in the world of wine.

California

62.1

Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay

Beautifully integrated tropical fruit flavours married to notes of vanilla, honey and toast. The rich depth of flavour is balanced by a line of refreshing acidity.

€25.95

62.2

Murphy Goode Chardonnay

Classic ripe Chardonnay flavours of apple, lemon and white peach and very wellbalanced acidity on the palate, all wrapped up in a soft mouthfeel.

€24.95

62.3

La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

Shows aromas and flavours of lemon and apple and a subtle oak note. The palate also shows tangerine and pineapple which adds to the concentration and complexity of the finish.

€34.95

62.4

Medium-to-full bodied and velvet-smooth with ripe fruit over a bed of oak, cinnamon and pepper. A delicious cedar, toast and sweet spice finish.

€23.95

62.5

Aromas of red cherry, raspberry and pomegranate lead to a palate of black berry fruit, cherries and subtle layers of spice and toast with fine tannins and well-balanced acidity.

€34.95

62.6

Superb, intense red-berried fruit undercut with subtle oak-spice on a silk-smooth palate.

€29.95

Kendall-Jackson Zinfandel

Nielson Santa Barbara Pinot Noir

La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

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62.7

Murphy Goode Cabernet Sauvignon

Classic Californian Cabernet Sauvignon: medium-bodied with dark plum and blackberry fruit and perfectly weighted tannins.

€24.95

62.8

Freemark Abbey Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Layers of super-ripe black berried fruit and sweet spiced derived from very fine oak. Big, and ripe but never jammy.

€70

Teac Mor

A family business with a strong Irish heritage, Teac Mor operates with a philosophy of balance and simplicity. Their stunning Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are made from their own bio-dynamically farmed vineyards in California’s Russian River Valley.

California

63.1

Teac Mor Chardonnay

Unoaked and pure-fruited with an explosion of citrus zest, fresh honey and orchard fruits. Framed by refreshing acidity and backed up by well-defined minerality.

€30.95

63.2

Teac Mor Pinot Noir

Shows wonderful floral aromas and hints of lavender and wild mint mingle with luscious red fruit, exotic spice and vanilla on the clean, lingering finish.

€40.95

SOUTH AFRICA

South Africa is a great option for everyday drinking good value red and white wines as well as more premium single estate wines. Modern Shiraz and Pinotage are supple, fruitdriven and not overly tannic.

Whilst for the whites, originally from the Loire Valley, the Chenin Blanc grape offers fresh, crisp refreshing wines with a rich creamy midpalate. Also look out for Sauvignon which is made in a style we love.

For the reds, although laden with ripe fruit, the winemaking style is European facing and makes an interesting change.

For lovers of fruit but with the elegant definition of acidity as well-integrated tannins South Africa has it all.

CHENIN BLANC

PINOTAGE ESTATE WINES

Delheim

We are proud to have been working with Delheim Wines’ Sperling family for many years. This farm is one of the most innovative in Stellenbosch, producing top quality wines while prioritising community projects and an extensive bio-diversity programme.

Stellenbosch

64.1

Delheim Chenin Blanc

Made from old vine Chenin Blanc this wine is brimming with lively lemon, peachy fruit with a hint of tropical.

€13.95

64.2

Delheim Chenin Blanc Wild Ferment

Bursting with aromas of stone fruit, lemon blossoms and a smoky, honeyed complexity. The palate is complex and layered with peach and pineapple flavours before the long subtle finish.

€19.95

64.3

Delheim Chardonnay Sur Lie

Nine months oak ageing has added a silkly texture and delicate toasted hazelnut note without masking the ripe pear and red apple fruit.

€26.45

64.4

Delheim Pinotage Rosé

Pale salmon pink colour with the nose showcasing bright red fruit and vibrant acidity. The wine is dry, rounded and soft on the palate with the acidity and alcohol well balanced.

€14.95

64.5

Delheim Pinotage

A stunningly good Pinotage, this has terrifically-ripe raspberry and cherry fruit, with some complexity provided by the smoky liquorice undertone.

€19.95

64.6

Delheim Cabernet Shiraz

This Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon blend offers excellent value for money, silky tannins and ripe berry fruits.

€15.45

O U T H A F R I C A

Domaine Bougrier FRANCE

Loire Valley

Famille Bougrier Rosé 65.1

Wonderfully refreshing with crisp, mouthwatering acidity. Light strawberry fruit on the palate is balanced by a crisp and distinct mineral edge on the finish.

€14.95

Henri Bourgeois

Loire Valley

Petit Bourgeois Pinot Noir Rosé 65.2

Mouth-watering strawberry and plum fruit abound and the finish is refreshingly dry and crisp with lingering strawberry notes.

€17.95

ITALY

Cusumano, Terredora & Revino

Veneto

65.3

Postcards Pinot Grigio delle

Venezie Rosé

Refreshing and elegant with aromas of peach and apricot and a subtle note of ripe melon on the finish balanced by crisp acidity.

€15.95

Wildflower ROMANIA

Solara 65.4

Full of raspberry and floral aromas, with crisp strawberry, Gala apple and spice flavours paired with a zesty finish.

€14.95

Born Barcelona SPAIN Catalonia

Born Rosé Barcelona 65.5

Fresh and aromatic with floral and tropical notes and a light acidity on the finish.

€20.95

Delheim

SOUTH AFRICA Stellenbosch

65.6

Delheim Pinotage Rosé

The nose showcases bright red fruit and vibrant acidity. The wine is dry, rounded and soft on the palate with the acidity and alcohol well balanced.

€14.95

Bodeags Tandem SPAIN

Navarra

Rós Rosé 65.7

Dry, crisp, and elegant with summery red fruit notes of raspberry and strawberry and a refreshing, lingering finish.

€16.95

Gaia Wines

GREECE Nemea

66.1

Gaia Rosé 4-6H

Expect aromatic fruity notes of strawberry, pomegranate and rose petals along with a crisp acidity.

€16.95

Veneto ITALY

66.2

Pasqua 11 Minutes Rosé

The fresh strawberry, raspberry and grapefruit flavours on the palate are balanced by refreshing acidity and a long crisp finish.

€19.95

Provence FRANCE

66.3

Château Saint-Jean Lavender Organic Rosé

Fruity and lively with red fruits and lychee, and a wonderfully fresh finish with lingering grapefruit and pineapple notes.

€19.95

Côtes-de-Provence

66.4

MIMI en Provence Grande Réserve Rosé

Fresh and well-balanced with pleasant red fruit notes on the nose and palate reminiscent of crushed strawberry, lemon and watermelon.

€19.95

66.5

Château de Gairoird Organic Rosé

Fashionably pale with a restrained floral nose, the palate is dry with hints of raspberry and strawberry fruits and a refreshing clean finish.

€19.95

Languedoc-Roussillon

66.6

Cara Organic Rosé

Shows floral and grapefruit notes with a touch of minerality and a wonderfully fresh palate.

€20.95

Domaine de L’Ostal Rosé 66.7

Aromatic and refreshing, this is packed with the flavours of southern France: crunchy red fruits, rose petals and subtle Mediterranean herbs.

€15.95

66.8

Les Auzines Alaina Rosé

Ripe, summery Languedoc fruit and a crisp balancing acidity that keeps the wine refreshing, elegant.

€17.95

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