White

This Grüner Veltliner is of medium intensity and green-yellow in colour. Pepper can easily be detected on the nose, suggestive of the typical Grüner spiciness whilst the palate is expressive of aromatic herbs and stone fruit, with a dense and complex structure.

This is a perfect wine for accompanying fish; trout and salmon are especially good pairings. it also lends itself to a little spice in food, finding a good partner in asian cuisine

MONOGRAPH ASSYRTIKO captures a multileveled manner, which can be achieved with this Greek variety, when it is cultivated with knowledge and persistence, on the semi-mountainous calciferous soils of Koutsi, Nemea.

A Youthful Assyrtiko, friendly and refreshing, which can be enjoyed just as much with fine seafood, light appetizers or on its own, unchaperoned; or perhaps just with good company…

100% Assyrtiko

This very special Riesling is coming from Columbia Valley, Washington.

Winemaker's notes:

"White peach, mandarin orange and apricot are delivered with a core of minerality that makes this dry Riesling shimmer with energy and freshness. Another epic vintage of Kung Fu Girl. Pair with spicy ramen, Sriracha pork tacos, Chinese takeout."

Extremely fresh and aromatic, with tropical and citrus fruit character. It is light-bodied, with crispy fresh lemony and citric notes, fruity balance, excellent definition, fine acidity & a refreshing spritz. Just 9.5 abv too!

Since starting his own winery in 2004., Rafael Palacios has fast become one of Spain's pre-eminent producers of white wine. His 32 parcels of Godello which are spread over 19,5 hectares in the Val do Bibei in Valdeorras, Galicia, produce some of Spain's most interesting white wines. The vines are planted on steep hills turned into terraces buttressed by stones. Rafa's viticulture is sensitive to the fragile nature of this old terraces and he has adopted his approach to ensure this magnificent structures are preserved. His viticulture is low intervention, with some of the older plots being farmed biodynamically.

The 'Louro' is a straw colour with youthful highlights. It has intense aromas of citrus fruits, wild mountain flowers, hints of fennel and flinty nuances. On the palate, it is fruit-forward supported by a taut, saline minerality and a textural complexity.

A fabulous dessert wine, sweet and luscious with fine acidity for a clean finish. The nose is fresh with classic botrytis marmalade and ripe nectarine. Flavors on the palate are rich, with honey and a finishing twist of bitter orange.

The French would serve this as an apéritif but it is also good with paté or blue cheeses such as Roquefort.

Vegetarian, vegan, sustainable.

Recently rated 5 Stars in Decanter, this aromatic Pinot Gris grows really well in the cool climatic conditions and produces a dry white with stone fruit aromas of peach and nectarine on the nose. The front palate displays vibrant, juicy flavours of stone fruits and ripe red apples, whilst the mid palate is full, creamy and well textured followed by a lingering, rich yet clean grapefruit driven finish.

The 'M3' opens with aromas of white flowers, grapefruit, and white peach. Notes of brioche and toast add complexity to the elegant fruit. The palate is long and flavoursome, with great texture and bright acidity. Savoury, toasty nuances from the oak are beautifully integrated and linger on the finish.

Established in 1989 by Martin Shaw and Michael Hill Smith MW, Shaw + Smith's aim is to make contemporary, high quality wines that stand among the best of their type in Australia. The wines are made exclusively from fruit grown in the Adelaide Hills, one of Australia's coolest and most exciting regions. Shaw + Smith specialise in grape varieties suited to cooler climates, such as Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, and also make outstanding wines from Shiraz and Pinot Noir.

GOLD Sommelier Wine Awards 2018

 Sustainable, Vegan, Vegetarian

“Very bright, polished platinum with green, vivacious hue. Complex, appealing nose with pear, citrus and floral notes developing into lemon cream, oatmeal and marzipan richness. On the palate the wine is medium bodied and linear but retains generous focused citrus fruit flavours with sleek, balanced and crisp acidity. The wine remains vivacious and fresh on the finish with clean citrus fruit and stony minerality. The wine has a long, very pleasant lingering finish. Decanting and exposure to air opens the aroma and palate of the wine“, Chris Williams, Winemaker

Food pairing: grilled fish, white and red meat

Meerlust Estate has been the pride of the Myburgh family since 1756. Today, the dedication to quality winemaking continues under the guidance of 8th generation, Hannes Myburgh. Cellar Master, Chris Williams, who has worked on the estate since 1995 has been in charge of winemaking since 2004. The name Meerlust means “pleasure of the sea”, as the property is situated 5km from False Bay (and 15km south of Stellenbosch), with the cooling influence of the coast, allowing the grapes ripen slowly.

Aasvoël, meaning a vulture in Afrikaans, got it's name because the winemaker, Pieter, didn't have a chance to buy enough grapes to make this beautiful wine every year. 

"I became an Aasvoël - an Afrikaans word for a ”vulture” - sitting on a pole, watching the vineyard. If something falls off the truck, I pick it up (figuratively speaking of course!). In other words, if it is a high production year, I get some grapes."

Production of Aasvoël is usually very small- with only so many bottles available, and the wine is 100% Verdelho, which is indigenous grape of Portugal, but it's grown really successfully in South Africa where it's mostly used in blends and it's quite a rare find as single variety wine, therefore more special.

The wine is medium-bodied with aromas of ripe apricots, peaches and pears, bursting with citrus and tropical fruits. It's very refreshing and elegant on the palate, beautifully balanced with a lot of fruits, hint of spices and slight bitterness with a long finish.

Great wine to enjoy on a hot summer nights, on it's own or paired with anything spicy, grilled chicken, seafood, salads and creamy cheeses.

Founded in 1864 by Pierre Bourée, Vallet Frères is now in the hands of the fourth generation of the family, Bernard.

Meursault lies between the villages of Volnay and Puligny-Montrachet and produces some of the world's greatest white wines. This has a wonderful creaminess on the nose and the palate is well-rounded, poised and elegant with a classic balance between richness and acidity and complex savoury character. This flavoursome wine is already delicious but will benefit from some more time in bottle.

The signature cuvée of the Piper-Heidsieck House is a round and vibrant non-vintage Cuvée Brut recalling the rich variety of its blend of 100 crus from across the patchwork of Champagne vineyards.

This wine is pale golden in colour. On the nose, there are intense notes of almonds and fresh hazelnuts, with flavours of fresh pear and apple with a delicate hint of citrus. It is lively and light with added depth from the Pinot Noir, creating beautiful balance.

• Feature(s): Vegan, Vegetarian

Newton Johnson was founded in the mid-1990s by Cape Wine Master, Dave Johnson and his wife, Felicity (Née Newton). Over the past twenty years, the winery has built a reputation for producing some of the Cape’s finest Pinot Noir’s. This is not a massive surprise since Dave’s CWM thesis was on the variety.

Add to that one of the smartest Chardonnay’s in the country plus, more recently, a pair of outstanding Rhône style wines. The result? Well, three Patter Five Stars in the 2016 guide is a good benchmark to start with.

Southend Chardonnay was aged in French barrique for 9 months, it's complex and smoky, but smells of ripe citruses and peaches which are present on the palate as well with a touch of ginger, sweet spices and buttery brioche.  Clean and elegant with nice minerality.

Pairs very well with pork dishes, poultry, vegetarian food or salmon and tuna.

This is a delightful Pinot Blanc with intense fruit forward nose, with a youthful expression of peach, quince and vanilla. Fresh and soft on the palate. A very delicate rounded wine with discrete, refined acidity and a persistent fruit finish.

Certified organic and vegan friendly,  it's perfect when paired with onion tart, pâtés, chicken vol-au-vent, soufflés with cheese or potatoes and
green vegetables.

Since 2001, the family's land has been managed exclusively based on organic farming methods.Since 2012, they have been certified organic and now Fernand Engel is the largest organic estate in Alsace. The company is known for its consistent commitment to respect nature.

The diversity of the soils and the variability of the climate give Alsatian wines an eminently complex dimension, making each vintage a new challenge. Thanks to their experience and expertise, they have understood that it is by respecting the raw material, by listening to it, that they will guide the genesis of the wine as naturally and as faithfully as possible. Manipulation is limited and each wine is a reflection of its terroir.

As with all Prosecco this is made with Glera grapes but these are carefully selected and hand picked. Fermentation is with natural yeasts. The wine is unfiltered which adds complexity & character. It is DOCG certified which guarantees quality. Its dry with bready notes & tropical fruit. A lovely drop.

Vibrant yet understated, this fizz is in its element when celebrating one of life’s big moments - like Mothers Day!. An engaging expression of Digby’s house style, it stems from England’s most luscious Pinot Noir with rich, aged Chardonnay and plummy Pinot Meunier.

The Pinot Noir at the core of the Non-Vintage blend is bold and brassy, quite a character and was expressive even as the juice was running off the press. This is complimented by aged Chardonnay reserve wines which have spent an additional 1.5 years on the lees, which helps to retain the vitality at the heart of Digby’s house style while bringing a mellow richness to the blend. The addition of Pinot Meunier helps to keep the whole affair light and on its toes.

Vegetarian & Vegan.

Clear pale yellow color with a slight greenish shimmer. On the nose this classic Pinot Bianco scores with crisp notes of pear mingling with aromas of raspberry and lime, plus a touch of camomile and lemon grass to round off the composition. Body and balance sum up the Pinot Blanc, which intrigues the palate with the fruit of the pear and quince aromas combined with a salty minerality. The wine tickles the tongue and goes on to deliver a persistent aftertaste.

"Pinot Bianco has always been one of the most important wines at Cantina Terlano; it lends powerful expression to the terroir where our grapes mature. As a varietal, the delicate and above all mineral Pinot Bianco, is a hallmark of the winery."
Rudi Kofler

Clear pale yellow color with green reflections. Brilliant. It smells fresh and lively; its bouquet is elegant, with bread crust fragrances, apple and pear fruity note with a floral and mineral back-taste. It tastes extremely fresh and has typicality exalted by a perfect balance of acidity and minerality. The aftertaste is consistent, fresh and savory. Well balanced and goes down well.

Pairs well with fish, crustacean and mollusc based dishes, first course dishes with vegetables, delicate cold cut meats. Excellent on its own as an aperitif.

Pale lemon in colour, with perfumes of tropical fruit and a touch of vegetal notes. Rich yet fresh with a lime zest character, which comes from the Greco fruit, balancing the richness. We love this wine with pasta & pesto.

VEGETARIAN

Cantina Terlano is well known in Italian wine drinking circles for producing Italy’s longest lived white wines. Many memorable wines from the 1950s and 1960s, which rank amongst the greatest white wines of the world, were made here.

Fresh light yellow with slightly greenish nuances. This cuvée has a multifaceted structure with a hint of herbs and spices, including aniseed, mint and sage, as well as nuances of fruit aromas, especially apricot, mandarine, honeydew melon and passion fruit, all underpinned with salty mineral components. On the palate, Nova Domus is complex and delicate, offering a creamy softness in an interesting symbiosis with an aromatic minerality, and has the texture for a very long finish.

Works very well with caviar and a good pairing with grilled salmon steaks, fiorentina T-bone steaks, saltimbocca alla romana or braised knuckle of veal; also with a parmigiana with aubergines and truffle fondue.

Pinot Blanc: 60%
Chardonnay: 30%
Sauvignon Blanc: 10%