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In between the seasons

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In between the seasons

Looking forward to the summer months but finding evenings still a little chilly? We have the perfect in between the seasons wine from South Africa. With ripe, fruity aromas and a slight honeyed finish it’s easy to pair with most foods and just as enjoyable on its own in the garden. Chenin Blanc, Simonsig £7.69 Rich and aromatic with fresh fruit flavours The Malan family, who own Simonsig, strive towards sustainability and ethical wine production. Also, committed to the well-being of their people they offer various mentorship and leadership programs to staff and their children.  

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Chile's signature grape

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Chile's signature grape

Chilean vineyards are home to the largest planting of Carmenere grapes in the world. It is such a well-loved wine variety in South America that they have given the grape it’s own holiday celebrated on November 24th. Carmenere, Santa Carolina £10.99 £7.99 Good with meats, spicy food and strong cheeses Santa Carolina’s Carmenere, inspired by Carolina the co-founder herself, has a balanced nose of ripe cherries and white pepper. Carolina believed the best memories were made from sharing with friends…what better time for this than now.

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Heaven and Earth

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Heaven and Earth

A light Italian red from Cielo e Terre - perfect for a glass in the garden. With hints of jam and light tannins, try it with either red or white meat or simply with some cheese. Sangiovese, Terre Allegre, Cielo e Terre £6.79 A soft, ripe red for easy drinking “Let’s raise our glasses to Heaven (Cielo) to celebrate the most delicious fruit on Earth (Terra)” Cielo e Terra (Heaven and Earth) is a successful union between an established family company and a cooperative. While aiming to protect local diversity and fair value they have produced a very drinkable wine...

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Austrian delight

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Austrian delight

From Europe's most beautiful river landscape by the Danube, Winzer Krems is one of the most significant producers of wine in Austria. A cooperative estate that spans 1200 hectares has vines growing on sunny, exposed rocky sites and terraces with difficult access. Hence, the harvest is still done by hand. Gruner Veltliner, Winzer Krems £8.99 A light and refreshing white wine with floral and white stone fruit aromas. Blauer Zweigelt, Winzer Krems £8.99 A bright ruby red wine with a delicate bouquet of red fruits and violets. With the prehistoric rocky soil and the wonderful micro-climate creating the distinctive fruity...

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Perfect picnic wine

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Perfect picnic wine

A little more sunshine, a little less restrictions… Planning a picnic this weekend? Or looking for something chic for your Easter lunch, now is the perfect time to enjoy a fresh modern wine like Sirius. Sirius Bordeaux Blanc, Sichel WAS £9.99  NOW £6.99 Luxury wines from Maison Sichel are rarely available at this price and with limited stock left it’s a must have this Easter! Created for a fresh palate that evolves into citrus fruit and white blossom flavours, served chilled at your picnic to impress. Easter opening times Open daily 10am - 3pm Easter Saturday 10am - 2pm Closed...

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