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"I’ve handpicked these wines to give you the finest wines at the best possible price. A collection like this cannot be found anywhere else in Ireland and I am delighted to be able to offer you wines from these iconic properties in Bordeaux, Burgundy, Barolol and Toro." - Gareth Keogh, Wines Direct
• 1x ROC DE CAMBES, Cotes De Bourg A/C, France "The greatest wine from the Cotes de Bourg – and probably the finest outside the leading Bordeaux appellations. Rich, succulent and marvellously hedonistic". David Peppercorn, MW, Decanter Magazine
• 1x NUITS-ST-GEORGES DAVID DUBAND, Nuits St Georges A/C, France "Clean, classical, well made and well fruited 'proper' burgundy." Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times
• 1x CHATEAU HAUT-MARBUZET, Saint Estephe A/C, France "Previously a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel, it is of Classed Growth: cedar, deep dark bruised fruit, fine tannins and a succulent, mildly smoky and dark chocolate tinged finish. A delight." Tomás Clancy, The Sunday Business Post.
• 1x MAS JULLIEN, Terrasses du Larzac A/C, France "A classic of the Jullien style, with smooth, ripe, dark fruits, with a savoury, earthy touch and a mineral edge. It has perfectly integrated tannins, lovely balance and elegance throughout." John Wilson, The Irish Times
• 1x GRAN ELIAS MORA, Toro DO, Spain "This is a very fine wine produced by one of Spain’s leading female winemakers....Victoria Benevides has lavished the kind of time, effort, expertise and money previously only seen in Rioja or Ribera. The result is a wine of immense depth, blockbuster power and smouldering ripeness and spice" Tomas Clancy, Sunday Business Post
• 1x BAROLO VIGNE DEI FANTINA, Barolo DOC, Italy "The unhesitating, unanimous choice of all the tasters as the best wine, bar none. Buy some for your cellar." Food & Wine Magazine, Italian Reds Blind Tasting 2015
RRP: €390.60
Price: €325.00
Save: 17%
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.
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
RRP: €239.40
Price: €195.00
Save: 19%
Sommeliers know the secrets of their wine list and this impressive case holds six of them from Michelin Star restaurants around the country that we work with. These are the wines that Ireland's top sommeliers are recommending to diners in restaurants such as L'Ecrivain, Aniar and Patrick Guilbaud's. They certainly won't let your home dining experience down either and ther are three remarkable reds and three wonderful whites to cover all your courses. With free delivery too, there's no reason you can't have a five star night in at home this month.
2 x DOMAINE CHARAVIN RASTEAU 2013
Cotes du Rhone Villages A/C, France
Carignan, Mourvedre, Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah
"Powerful, foursquare ripe forest fruits with plenty of chewy tannins. One to savour with robust red meat dishes. "
John Wilson, The Irish Times
2 x BROGLIA GAVI DE GAVI 2014
Gavi de Gavi DOC, Italy
Cortese
"This is one of those more complex Gavi wines, and is proof of the correctness of what many wine snobs felt was the odd elevation of Gavi to a DOCG, the very top of the Italian rating. Served at the Vatican and at Italian embassies, it deserves a place in your fridge."
Tomás Clancy, The Sunday Business Post
2 x CHATEAU GRAND CHAMPS 2011
St Emilion Grand Cru A/C, France
Merlot, Cab Franc
It also comes from an outstanding vintage, bursting with ripe violet flavours with a vanilla edge.
2 x STEFANO ACCORDINI RIPASSO 2013
Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC, Italy
Corvinone, Corvina, Molinara, Rondinella
"Intense, spicy, plummy with new oak. Bright and well focused. Tart and crisp with cherry flavours."
***** Best Valpolicella Ripasso, Decanter Magazine
2 x BRANDL ZOBING GRUNER VELTLINER 2014
Kamptal, Austria
Gruner Veltliner
"Attractive ripe fruit - melon, red apple on nose, apricot; peach on palate. Really moreish. Sort of how you wished unoaked Chardonnay would taste."
Martin Moran (MW), The Sunday Times
2 x DOMAINE FELINES JOURDAN PIQUEPOULE 2014
Picpoul de Pinet A/C, France
Piquepoule
"Flavours of apples and pears with a touch of lemon and lime - all you would expect from picpoul. Energising minerality and a pleasing, classy presence."
Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times
RRP: €243.00
Price: €191.00
Save: 22%
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Malbec World Day celebrates the day in 1853 when the varietal was first introduced to Argentine soil from its traditional homeland in France. It flourished in the Andean foothills outside Mendoza, producing wines of great intensity and depth, and today most of us know Malbec as an Argentine speciality rather than a French one.
But Malbec remains French at heart. Cahors in Southwest France has been perfecting the varietal since long before the Argentines got to grips with it. So, to mark Malbec World Day, we’re offering you a terrific case of French and Argentine Malbec.
From savoury and spicy to smooth and intense, set your taste buds on a journey from France to the Andes with this exclusive selection, delivered direct to your door. Salud! Or should that be ‘Santé’?
2 x CHATEAU DE GAUDOU TRADITION
Cahors A/C, France
Malbec, Merlot, Tannat
"Delicious supple dark fruits with a nicely rounded soft finish."
John Wilson, Irish Times
2 x CHATEAU DE GAUDOU EXCEPTION
Cahors A/C, France
Malbec
"An unusually supple example of how the Malbec grape performs in its native Cahors. It's dark, deep and plummy with no oak, just loads of fruit."
Tom Doorley, Irish Daily Mail
2 x DOMINIO DEL PLATA BODINI
Mendoza, Argentina
Malbec
"Highly gluggable black pastille fruit-scented wine that smart buyers will use to replace Chilean merlot at parties."
Martin Moran, The Sunday Times
2 x GOUGUENHEIM
Mendoza, Argentina
Malbec
"Perfumed bouquet with a little whiff of herbs. Dark fruits and black olives on the palate. Knocks spots off any Chilean merlot"
Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times
2 x CRIOS MALBEC
Mendoza, Argentina
Malbec
"*****" Gold Medal, Decanter Magazine World Wine Awards 2013.
2 x SUSANA BALBO SIGNATURE MALBEC
Mendoza, Argentina
Malbec
"Winemaker Susana Balbo selects only the top barrels for her Signature series, and in this case the result is a great wine characterized by lovely fruit purity and intensity. It’s rich yet fresh, with beautiful black fruit and floral aromas. Would be perfect with steak. "
Decanter Magazine
RRP: €220.70
Price: €185.00
Save: 17%
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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.
2 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
2 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
2 x GUERINDA LA BLANCA 2015
Navarra, Spain
Chardonnay
“This stuff is revolutionary and utterly gorgeous. A revelation.”
Tom Doorley, Irish Daily Mail
2 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
2 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
2 x DOMAINE CLAVEL LE MAS 2014
Coteaux du Languedoc A/C, France
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
“For the better class of barbeque”
Tom Doorley
RRP: €228.10
Price: €185.00
Save: 19%
**Price includes FREE DLIVERY**
On vineyards all over France, harvest season is in full swing. It’s the high point of the year when all the hard work pays off. For the winemakers, it’s a time for excitement and celebration. Just like our vignerons, we like to celebrate the harvest too. So, we’ve put together a very special case to show off the best of French winemaking. There are classic bottles from Bordeaux, as well as fantastic wines from Languedoc and the Loire. And with free delivery, this case will help you celebrate harvest 2017 in style.
DOMAINE DE LA LOUVETRIE x2
Muscadet de Sevre-et-Maine A/C, France
Melon de Bourgogne
“A light nose but a really terrific palate with a zesty orange character overlaying a smooth creamy texture.”
Martin Moran (MW), The Sunday Times
CHATEAU LA BARONNE - LES CHEMINS x2
Corbieres A/C, France
Carignan, Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
"Rich, powerful and tasty red made from carignan, syrah and grenache. Organically made, unfiltered, low sulphites."
Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times
CHATEAU HAUT RIAN CUVEE PRESTIGE x2
Premieres Cotes de Bordeaux A/C, France
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
“A wine of Cru Bourgeois quality.”
Tomas Clancy, The Sunday Business Post
DOMAINE D'ANTUGNAC x2
Haute Vallee de l’Aude, France
Pinot Noir
"Light, very engaging wine with slight earthy red-cherry fruits.”
John Wilson, Irish Times Wines of the Year
CHATEAU THIEULEY CUVEE BLANC x2
Bordeaux A/C, France
Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc
“This white wine is a stunner. It’s pungent but elegant on the nose, with firm fruit and aracy backbone of mineral acidity, a very grown up wine that puts many a Sancerre to shame.”
Tom Doorley, Irish Daily Mail
DOMAINE DES CORBILLIERES x2
Touraine A/C, France
Sauvignon Blanc
"A lovely zippy, fresh Sauvignon with plump, green fruits and very good length, this disappeared from the Wilson fridge with remarkable speed."
John Wilson, The Irish Times
RRP: €224.50
Price: €185.00
Save: 18%
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• 2x Ciu Ciu Bacchus - Sangiovese.
Marche IGP, Italy
“The sort of Italian red I wish I could find more of. Ciù Ciù Bacchus Piceno certainly tastes more like Montepulciano with its sweet, mouth-filling fruit than that of the more austere Sangiovese” Jancis Robinson MW
• 2x Domaine Luc Lapeyre L'Amourier - Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah.
Languedoc, France
"From one of the top estates in Minervois, a lovely rich, harmonious wine, with classy savoury fruits; smooth but grown up, with a nice dry finish, and some liquorice edges." John Wilson, The Irish Times
• 2x Rondan Crianza - Tempranillo.
Rioja DO, Spain
"A classic old-fashioned style with plenty of soft berry and plum fruit, overlaid by coconut and vanilla" Martin Moran MW, The Sunday Times
• 2x Domaine Bergerie de L'Hortus - Syrah, Mourvedre.
Coteaux du Languedoc A/C, France
“A signpost wine: A way to go for anyone seeking to get acquainted with the region and a benchmark for other winemakers. A rounded wine with a long, silky finish” Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times
• 2x Four Sisters - Shiraz.
Goulburn Valley, Australia
“Balance and elegance. Ample, dark fruit flavours are lifted by a refreshing tang and a pepper-dusted finish” Mary Dowey, The Irish Times Magazine
• 2x Chateau de Gaudou Exception - Malbec.
Cahors A/C, France
"Unusually supple example of how the Malbec grape performs in its native Cahors. It's dark, deep and plummy with no oak, just loads of fruit." Tom Doorley, The Mail on Sunday
RRP: €196.40
Price: €165.00
Save: 16%
**Price includes FREE SHIPPING**
• 2x DOMAINE FELINES JOURDAN - Picuepoule.
Picpoul de Pinet A/C, France
“The domaine is, for me, the top Picpoul de Pinet producer” * * * * Decanter Magazine
• 2x 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
• 2x 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
• 2x ANA - Sauvignon Blanc.
Marlborough, New Zealand
“A mouth-watering entry of lime and ripe citrus flavors electrify the tastebuds” Leslie Williams, The Irish Examiner
• 2x 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
• 2x MILLET - Colombard, Ugni Blanc.
Vin de Pays des Cotes de Gascogne, France
RRP: €201.08
Price: €165.00
Save: 18%
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With a well-rehearsed drumroll our stock maestro, Fiona, announced to us the bestselling wines of the year. With the results in we brought together a wonderful mix of six of these wines for your pleasure at a special, delivered price for this month only. Bottoms up!
• 2x Ciu Ciu Bacchus - Sangiovese.
Marche IGP, Italy
“The sort of Italian red I wish I could find more of. Ciù Ciù Bacchus Piceno certainly tastes more like Montepulciano with its sweet, mouth-filling fruit than that of the more austere Sangiovese” Jancis Robinson MW
• 2x Domaine Luc Lapeyre L'Amourier - Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah.
Languedoc, France
"From one of the top estates in Minervois, a lovely rich, harmonious wine, with classy savoury fruits; smooth but grown up, with a nice dry finish, and some liquorice edges." John Wilson, The Irish Times
• 2x Rondan Crianza - Tempranillo.
Rioja DO, Spain
"A classic old-fashioned style with plenty of soft berry and plum fruit, overlaid by coconut and vanilla" Martin Moran MW, The Sunday Times
• 2x DOMAINE FELINES JOURDAN - Picuepoule.
Picpoul de Pinet A/C, France
“The domaine is, for me, the top Picpoul de Pinet producer” * * * * Decanter Magazine
• 2x 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
• 2x ANA - Sauvignon Blanc.
Marlborough, New Zealand
“A mouth-watering entry of lime and ripe citrus flavors electrify the tastebuds” Leslie Williams, The Irish Examiner
RRP: €198.00
Price: €165.00
Save: 17%
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
RRP: €123.46
Price: €99.00
Save: 20%
**Price includes FREE Delivery**
• 1x CHATEAU DE CARDAILLAN, Graves A/C, France "Very attractive intense ripe nose, soft dark bruised fruits waft across the palate, opulent, mature tannins." Tomas Clancy, Food and Wine Magazine
• 1x CHATEAU FONGABAN, Puisseguin Saint-Emilion A/C, France “Delicious spiced plums supported by ripe tannins and peppery finish. Full-bodied enough to match with a curried lamb and green peppers” Liam Campbell, Irish Independent
• 1x CHATEAU SAINTE-MARIE ALIOS, Cotes de Bordeaux A/C, France "From a classic blend of Merlot, Cabernet and Petit Verdot, this is a supple, ripe wine with lightly spicy blackcurrant and cassis." John Wilson, The Irish Times
• 1x CHATEAU THIEULEY CUVEE FRANCIS COURSELLE, Bordeaux A/C, France "As good as many a fine white Burgundy" Tom Doorley, tomdoorley.com
• 1x CHATEAU SAINTE-MARIE, Entre-Deux-Mers A/C, France “A delicious modern style of Bordeaux with lightly creamy cassis fruits and a smooth easy finish” John Wilson, Irish Times
• 1x CHATEAU HAUT RIAN, Bordeaux A/C, France "A goodly dose of Sauvignon Blanc in this stylish and highly affordable white Bordeaux makes it fresh and zesty while not trying to punch you on the nose as this grape sometimes does. A lovely summery wine" Tom Doorley, Irish Daily Mail
RRP: €116.65
Price: €99.00
Save: 16%
Sommeliers know the secrets of their wine list and this impressive case holds six of them from Michelin Star restaurants around the country that we work with. These are the wines that Ireland's top sommeliers are recommending to diners in restaurants such as L'Ecrivain, Aniar and Patrick Guilbaud's. They certainly won't let your home dining experience down either and ther are three remarkable reds and three wonderful whites to cover all your courses. With free delivery too, there's no reason you can't have a five star night in at home this month.
1 x DOMAINE CHARAVIN RASTEAU 2013
Cotes du Rhone Villages A/C, France
Carignan, Mourvedre, Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah
"Powerful, foursquare ripe forest fruits with plenty of chewy tannins. One to savour with robust red meat dishes. "
John Wilson, The Irish Times
1 x BROGLIA GAVI DE GAVI 2014
Gavi de Gavi DOC, Italy
Cortese
"This is one of those more complex Gavi wines, and is proof of the correctness of what many wine snobs felt was the odd elevation of Gavi to a DOCG, the very top of the Italian rating. Served at the Vatican and at Italian embassies, it deserves a place in your fridge."
Tomás Clancy, The Sunday Business Post
1 x CHATEAU GRAND CHAMPS 2011
St Emilion Grand Cru A/C, France
Merlot, Cab Franc
It also comes from an outstanding vintage, bursting with ripe violet flavours with a vanilla edge.
1 x STEFANO ACCORDINI RIPASSO 2013
Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC, Italy
Corvinone, Corvina, Molinara, Rondinella
"Intense, spicy, plummy with new oak. Bright and well focused. Tart and crisp with cherry flavours."
***** Best Valpolicella Ripasso, Decanter Magazine
1 x BRANDL ZOBING GRUNER VELTLINER 2014
Kamptal, Austria
Gruner Veltliner
"Attractive ripe fruit - melon, red apple on nose, apricot; peach on palate. Really moreish. Sort of how you wished unoaked Chardonnay would taste."
Martin Moran (MW), The Sunday Times
1 x DOMAINE FELINES JOURDAN PIQUEPOULE 2014
Picpoul de Pinet A/C, France
Piquepoule
"Flavours of apples and pears with a touch of lemon and lime - all you would expect from picpoul. Energising minerality and a pleasing, classy presence."
Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times
RRP: €125.25
Price: €98.00
Save: 22%
**Price includes FREE DELIVERY**
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
RRP: €117.80
Price: €95.00
Save: 20%
**Price includes FREE DLIVERY**
On vineyards all over France, harvest season is in full swing. It’s the high point of the year when all the hard work pays off. For the winemakers, it’s a time for excitement and celebration. Just like our vignerons, we like to celebrate the harvest too. So, we’ve put together a very special case to show off the best of French winemaking. There are classic bottles from Bordeaux, as well as fantastic wines from Languedoc and the Loire. And with free delivery, this case will help you celebrate harvest 2017 in style.
DOMAINE DE LA LOUVETRIE x1
Muscadet de Sevre-et-Maine A/C, France
Melon de Bourgogne
“A light nose but a really terrific palate with a zesty orange character overlaying a smooth creamy texture.”
Martin Moran (MW), The Sunday Times
CHATEAU LA BARONNE - LES CHEMINS x1
Corbieres A/C, France
Carignan, Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
"Rich, powerful and tasty red made from carignan, syrah and grenache. Organically made, unfiltered, low sulphites."
Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times
CHATEAU HAUT RIAN CUVEE PRESTIGE x1
Premieres Cotes de Bordeaux A/C, France
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
“A wine of Cru Bourgeois quality.”
Tomas Clancy, The Sunday Business Post
DOMAINE D'ANTUGNAC x1
Haute Vallee de l’Aude, France
Pinot Noir
"Light, very engaging wine with slight earthy red-cherry fruits.”
John Wilson, Irish Times Wines of the Year
CHATEAU THIEULEY CUVEE BLANC x1
Bordeaux A/C, France
Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc
“This white wine is a stunner. It’s pungent but elegant on the nose, with firm fruit and aracy backbone of mineral acidity, a very grown up wine that puts many a Sancerre to shame.”
Tom Doorley, Irish Daily Mail
DOMAINE DES CORBILLIERES x1
Touraine A/C, France
Sauvignon Blanc
"A lovely zippy, fresh Sauvignon with plump, green fruits and very good length, this disappeared from the Wilson fridge with remarkable speed."
John Wilson, The Irish Times
RRP: €119.10
Price: €95.00
Save: 21%
**Price includes FREE DELIVERY**
Malbec World Day celebrates the day in 1853 when the varietal was first introduced to Argentine soil from its traditional homeland in France. It flourished in the Andean foothills outside Mendoza, producing wines of great intensity and depth, and today most of us know Malbec as an Argentine speciality rather than a French one.
But Malbec remains French at heart. Cahors in Southwest France has been perfecting the varietal since long before the Argentines got to grips with it. So, to mark Malbec World Day, we’re offering you a terrific case of French and Argentine Malbec.
From savoury and spicy to smooth and intense, set your taste buds on a journey from France to the Andes with this exclusive selection, delivered direct to your door. Salud! Or should that be ‘Santé’?
1 x CHATEAU DE GAUDOU TRADITION
Cahors A/C, France
Malbec, Merlot, Tannat
"Delicious supple dark fruits with a nicely rounded soft finish."
John Wilson, Irish Times
1 x CHATEAU DE GAUDOU EXCEPTION
Cahors A/C, France
Malbec
"An unusually supple example of how the Malbec grape performs in its native Cahors. It's dark, deep and plummy with no oak, just loads of fruit."
Tom Doorley, Irish Daily Mail
1 x DOMINIO DEL PLATA BODINI
Mendoza, Argentina
Malbec
"Highly gluggable black pastille fruit-scented wine that smart buyers will use to replace Chilean merlot at parties."
Martin Moran, The Sunday Times
1 x GOUGUENHEIM
Mendoza, Argentina
Malbec
"Perfumed bouquet with a little whiff of herbs. Dark fruits and black olives on the palate. Knocks spots off any Chilean merlot"
Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times
1 x CRIOS MALBEC
Mendoza, Argentina
Malbec
"*****" Gold Medal, Decanter Magazine World Wine Awards 2013.
1 x SUSANA BALBO SIGNATURE MALBEC
Mendoza, Argentina
Malbec
"Winemaker Susana Balbo selects only the top barrels for her Signature series, and in this case the result is a great wine characterized by lovely fruit purity and intensity. It’s rich yet fresh, with beautiful black fruit and floral aromas. Would be perfect with steak. "
Decanter Magazine
RRP: €114.10
Price: €95.00
Save: 17%
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With a well-rehearsed drumroll our stock maestro, Fiona, announced to us the bestselling wines of the year. With the results in we brought together a wonderful mix of six of these wines for your pleasure at a special, delivered price for this month only. Bottoms up!
• 1x Ciu Ciu Bacchus - Sangiovese.
Marche IGP, Italy
“The sort of Italian red I wish I could find more of. Ciù Ciù Bacchus Piceno certainly tastes more like Montepulciano with its sweet, mouth-filling fruit than that of the more austere Sangiovese” Jancis Robinson MW
• 1x Domaine Luc Lapeyre L'Amourier - Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah.
Languedoc, France
"From one of the top estates in Minervois, a lovely rich, harmonious wine, with classy savoury fruits; smooth but grown up, with a nice dry finish, and some liquorice edges." John Wilson, The Irish Times
• 1x Rondan Crianza - Tempranillo.
Rioja DO, Spain
"A classic old-fashioned style with plenty of soft berry and plum fruit, overlaid by coconut and vanilla" Martin Moran MW, The Sunday Times
• 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 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
RRP: €102.75
Price: €85.00
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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
RRP: €104.29
Price: €85.00
Save: 19%
**Price includes FREE SHIPPING**
• 1x Ciu Ciu Bacchus - Sangiovese.
Marche IGP, Italy
“The sort of Italian red I wish I could find more of. Ciù Ciù Bacchus Piceno certainly tastes more like Montepulciano with its sweet, mouth-filling fruit than that of the more austere Sangiovese” Jancis Robinson MW
• 1x Domaine Luc Lapeyre L'Amourier - Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah.
Languedoc, France
"From one of the top estates in Minervois, a lovely rich, harmonious wine, with classy savoury fruits; smooth but grown up, with a nice dry finish, and some liquorice edges." John Wilson, The Irish Times
• 1x Rondan Crianza - Tempranillo.
Rioja DO, Spain
"A classic old-fashioned style with plenty of soft berry and plum fruit, overlaid by coconut and vanilla" Martin Moran MW, The Sunday Times
• 1x Domaine Bergerie de L'Hortus - Syrah, Mourvedre.
Coteaux du Languedoc A/C, France
“A signpost wine: A way to go for anyone seeking to get acquainted with the region and a benchmark for other winemakers. A rounded wine with a long, silky finish” Ernie Whalley, The Sunday Times
• 1x Four Sisters - Shiraz.
Goulburn Valley, Australia
“Balance and elegance. Ample, dark fruit flavours are lifted by a refreshing tang and a pepper-dusted finish” Mary Dowey, The Irish Times Magazine
• 1x Chateau de Gaudou Exception - Malbec.
Cahors A/C, France
"Unusually supple example of how the Malbec grape performs in its native Cahors. It's dark, deep and plummy with no oak, just loads of fruit." Tom Doorley, The Mail on Sunday
RRP: €101.95
Price: €85.00
Save: 17%