Sedimental

A French cheese board and a glass of organic Syrah and you will experience a burst of red fruit flavours with warm, spicy plum and sour cherry. A delicious accompaniment to roasted or grilled meats and soft cheeses. With so many good wines being produced by Claude Vialade, it is hardly surprising that her organic range is following suit. Influenced by her father's visions, the Monmija vineyard is now 100% organic and respects the harmonious balance between the environment and viticulture, whilst showcasing the quality of the grapes.

It isn't easy to find a pleasing Pinot Noir for a tenner...but we have got one! A fragrant and delicate wine from the Auvergne, it is ready to rival a far more costly village Burgundy. With flavours of redcurrants, cherries and raspberries, its lighter style is perfect for enjoying on a summer's day. The Auvergne is a largely unknown remote region in the centre of France, characterised by its famous dormant volcano, Puy de Dome. The vines grow at the same latitude as Bordeaux but at 350-570 metres of elevation. Together with a cooler climate and volcanic soils the Pinot...

Low alcohol and vegetarian...fresh Portuguese flavours! Vinho Verde, Azevedo £7.99 Lower in alcohol and vegetarian all in one bottle! A vibrant Vinho Verde with apple flavours and mineral notes making a lively accompaniment to seafood. Only 11% abv and the agents used in removing the sediment from the wine are either egg whites or inert clay so perfectly vegetarian friendly. The classic Albarino grape from Galicia in northwestern Spain becomes Alvarinho when grown just across the border in Portugal but still delivers all the flavours you would expect. The grapes are grown high off the ground on pergolas, unlike traditional...

Classy burst of flavour  Chardonnay, Montsable £8.69 New in this week, we are very impressed with this classy Chardonnay. Boasting a bright yellow golden hue it seduces with scents of blossom and cinnamon spice. A remarkable melange of pears, peach, toffee, cream and vanilla on the palate. With only a short spell of oak ageing, it is beautifully balanced with ripeness and acidity making it great with fish or chicken. From the Puisserguier vineyards in the Saint Chinian area of Languedoc, the grapes grow in a landscape of high hills and shallow soils. As the vines are from cooler sites, they...

Guilt free bottle! Chenin Blanc, Simonsig, £7.49 If, like us, you’re looking forward to the summer months, try this in between the seasons wine while you wait. Simonsig’s Chenin Blanc is rich, ripe and full-bodied with fresh fruity aromas. A slight honeyed finish with a touch of off-dry makes it easy to pair with most foods and is just as enjoyable on its own. The Malan family who own Simonsig recognizes the importance of sustainability, which is why the Estate ensures responsible and ethical wine production.  Also, committed to the well-being of their people they offer various mentorship and leadership...