This month we’ve rounded up some of our favourite wines that have recently been revered in the Irish press. Six bottles that have been tried and tested by the best in the game, lovingly chosen and packed for you to enjoy. Summer is on the tip of everyone’s tongue, will it or won’t it happen this year. The Editor’s Choice will be there to cast light over the dull evenings that could befall us, or it will play a perfect pair to the barbeques we could yet still light.

1 x PADDY BORTHWICK ‘PAPER ROAD’ 2014

Wairarapa, New Zealand
Pinot Noir

“Aroma of rose petals on the nose. On the palate, delicacy and harmony from strawberry and raspberry. Great for summer in the garden.”
Ernie Whalley, Sunday Times

1 x RONDAN RESERVA 2010

Rioja DO, Spain
Tempranillo

“Classic stewed berries with liquorice and vanilla with a woody finish. At peak now.”
Liam Campbell, Irish Independent

1 x CHATEAU SAINT ESTEVE GRAND RESERVE 2012

Cotes du Rhone Villages A/C, France

Grenache, Syrah

“From a small estate where wild oregano, rosemary, thyme and lavender grow on the hillside, this is an organic wine relying mainly on Grenache. Made in very modest amounts, it’s all about supple plummy fruit, and ripe and round tannins.”
Tom Doorley, Irish Daily Mail

1 x TAHBILK VIOGNIER 2014

Nagambie Lakes, Australia
Viognier

“Very nicely crafted wine with rich peach and nectarine fruits brightened up perfectly by a twist of citrus.”
John Wilson, The Irish Times

1 x DOMAINE DE TERRES DOREES 'CLASSE' 2014

Beaujolais A/C, France
Chardonnay

This ruthlessly selected, hand-harvested Chardonnay from Beaujolais has succulence like St Aubin, with apricot and white peach notes, a creamy, nutty palate and a decently crisp finish.,at this price, chilled and with an open mind, it is a smart and compelling wine.”
Tomas Clancy, The Sunday Business Post

1 x CASTELLARI BERGAGLIO 2015

Gavi DOCG, Italy
Cortese

“More body than most Gavi. An attractive nose with the lime zest and pear leads to a satisfyingly orange-flavoured palate with a clean finish.”
Martin Moran (MW), The Sunday Times

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One of the hardest questions for a Wines Direct staff member to answer is, “what is your favourite wine”. With over 350 wines in our collection, choosing just one is a near impossible feat! Nonetheless, following weeks of heated debate, we’ve gathered the troops and chosen six of our favourite bottles for your drinking pleasure.

1 x CONCA DEL GRILLO SILVANO BOLMIDA 2013

Barbera d'Alba DOC, Italy 
Barbera

Big and full with lovely dark berried fruit and refreshing cool acidity

1 x CHATEAU HAUT-GARRIGA 2015

Bordeaux A/C, France
Semillon

"A wonderful fresh, crisp, dry white, made entirely from Semillon"
John Wilson, The Irish Times

1 x GUERINDA LA BLANCA 2015

Navarra, Spain
Chardonnay

“This stuff is revolutionary and utterly gorgeous. A revelation.”
Tom Doorley, Irish Daily Mail

1 x PADDY BORTHWICK SAUVIGNON BLANC 2014

Wairarapa, New Zealand
Sauvignon Blanc

“A superlative, Sancerre like zest all gooseberry and lime rather than typical New World tropical fruits.”
Tomás Clancy, The Sunday Business Post

1 x ALKOOMI BLACK LABEL 2013

Frankland River, Australia
Shiraz, Viognier

"A genuine old school Cote Rotie-lookalike at a fraction of the price...expect savoury, white pepper, mocha and cherry elements leading to a muscular, refined finish.”
Tomás Clancy, The Sunday Business Post

1 x DOMAINE CLAVEL LE MAS 2014

Coteaux du Languedoc A/C, France
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre

“For the better class of barbeque”
Tom Doorley

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• 1x DOMAINE FELINES JOURDAN - Picuepoule.
Picpoul de Pinet A/C, France
“The domaine is, for me, the top Picpoul de Pinet producer” * * * * Decanter Magazine

• 1x BERGERIE DE L’HORTUS CLASSIQUE - Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier, Roussane.
Languedoc, France
"Something quite magical." Winner of Modern European Wine of the Year, Sunday Tribune

• 1x JOSE PARIENTE - Verdejo.
Rueda DO, Spain
“A house wine in El Bulli for four years, this is one of the finest examples of Rueda” John Wilson, The Irish Times

• 1x ANA - Sauvignon Blanc.
Marlborough, New Zealand
“A mouth-watering entry of lime and ripe citrus flavors electrify the tastebuds” Leslie Williams, The Irish Examiner

• 1x CIU CIU LE MERLATTAIE - Pecorino
Marche IGP, Italy 
“Light nose yet moreish palate showing mandarin fruit and a creamy texture on the palate” Martin Moran MW, The Sunday Times

• 1x MILLET - Colombard, Ugni Blanc.
Vin de Pays des Cotes de Gascogne, France