BRIGHTON - LIVE 7 NOV 2019
TASTE OVER 110 WINES FROM 17 COUNTRIES
MEET OUR WINEMAKERS & PRODUCERS
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*The £15 WineBank discount available on this order is not available to existing WineBank members or beer and spirit products. Whether this is your first time with us, or you’ve done it all before and come back for more, we promise the next few hours will be a smooth and exciting trip into our wine world! From our Wine Advisors to Wine Buyers, from the Winemakers to Producers – we’re all here to ensure you simply have fun exploring and discovering our wines. So grab a glass and share a toast to good wine and great company!
Getting the most from your visit:
Meet the Winemakers We are really lucky to have a selection of our winemakers and producers here tonight supporting our tasting. It is well worth taking the time to go see them on their tables and find out more from the people behind our great wines.
Talk to us That’s what we’re here for! We’re not all wine experts but we all know somebody who is.
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* Qualifying orders must have a sub-total of £100 or more Winter Whites
1. Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2018 £24.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
New Zealand 13% Sauvignon Blanc The pinnacle of Kiwi Sauvignon Blanc - South Pacific freshness in a bottle!
2. Targa Rioja Organic Tempranillo Blanco 2018 £16.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Spain 12.5% Tempranillo A citrus-fruited organic white led by lime, moving into tropical kiwi and hints of pineapple.
3. Domaine Chante Cigale Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2018 £22.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan France 14% Grenache Blanc Blend This white Châteauneuf du Pape has a full-bodied richness that's impossible to resist!
4. Domaine Auvigue Pouilly Fuisse Solture 2017 £24.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
France 13% Chardonnay This is the real deal - rich, buttery nose, intense lemon fruit on the palate with plenty of weight.
5. Kirriemuir Reserve Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2017 £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Australia 12.5% Chardonnay A little oak adds depth, structure and softness on the palate that is delicious.
6. The Big Mo' Viognier 2018 £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian
Australia 13.5% Viognier With its flavours of plump apricot and refreshing citrus tang, it's the ultimate partner to curry.
7. Aloisiushof Element GewÜrztraminer 2018 £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian
Germany 11% GewÜrztraminer A stunning, pure, unoaked Gewürztraminer, always a winner with Asian cuisine.
8. Mount Horrocks Cordon Cut Riesling 2018 £19.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Organic
Australia 11.5% Riesling Beautifully balanced. Highly-praised. Fragrant. Luscious honey and spice flavours.
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4 A big hello from Virgin Wines Sendagift! You may have heard of us before, we’re the team behind the awesome sell-out Wine Advent Calendar. Today we are also showcasing our range of Christmas gifts, packed full ofdelicious wine, spirits, fizz and beer.
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Discover more Christmas gifts and our entire gift range at www.virginwines.co.uk/gifts/home
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Terms and conditions: WineBank balances cannot be used on Sendagift purchases. You will not receive the price of your ticket off any Sendagift orders. Sendagift orders do not qualify for the free bottle of wine promotion. Free delivery only applies to Sendagift products. 5 Bubbly
9. Prosecco Valdobbiadene Superiore Rive di Guia Brut Nature 2018 £15.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Italy 11% Prosecco Glera Crisp green apple and expressive citrus fruit makes this a match made in heaven for light seafood
10. Prodezza Prosecco Brut NV £10.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 11% Prosecco Glera Crisp pear and zesty lemon on a bright, light and refreshing palate.
11. Il Colmo Prosecco Brut NV £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 11% Prosecco Glera A very modern style of Prosecco with fresh pear and crunchy green apple.
12. Ombra Prosecco Frizzante NV £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 11% Prosecco Glera Ombra is a Frizzante Prosecco, half sparkling, making it wonderfully refreshing and incredibly drinkable.
13. Ca'Marina Prosecco DOC Spumante NV £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian
Italy 11% Prosecco Glera An amazing aperitif or try with a smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel.
14. Senti Prosecco Extra Dry NV £10.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 11% Prosecco Glera Packed with orchard fruit and citrus intensity. Senti is THE everyday bubbly.
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6 Bubbly
15. Corvezzo Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry NV £14.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 11.5% Prosecco Glera Crisp green apple and freshly sliced pear on the nose with fine bubbles and lemon juice hints on the palate.
16. Solpiantez Spumante Brut Rosé Millesimato 2017 £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 11.5% Garganega Blend Great strawberry and red berry flavours from this bright and breezy sparkling rosé.
17. Woolundry Road Sparkling South Australian Chardonnay Pinot Noir Brut NV £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian
Australia 12% Champagne Blend This is an all-round crowd pleaser and will out-shoot any entry level Champagne.
18. Champagne Ayala Brut Majeur NV £35.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
France 12% Champagne Blend Ideal as an aperitif, Brut Majeur is also the perfect accompaniment to a main meal of seafood or poultry.
19. The Bolney Estate Bolney Bubbly Brut NV £23.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
England 12.5% Champagne Blend Bolney Bubbly is the estates house fizz and it just can't stop picking up award after award.
20. Hambledon Vinyards Classic Cuvée Brut Rosé NV £36.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
England 12% Champagne Blend This is English sparkling rosé at its very best.
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7 RosÉ
21. Lergenmuller Saigner Rosé Trocken 2018 £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Germany 12% Pinot Noir Fresh and ripe wild strawberries on a beautifully elegant and bright palate.
22. Domaine de la Semellerie Chinon Rosé 2018 £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan France 12.5% Cabernet Franc Fresh raspberries and strawberries with slight herbal hints and a mouth-watering freshness on the palate.
23. Château du Seuil Bordeaux Rosé 2018 £10.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian, Organic
France 13.5% Cabernet Blend Deliciously fruity, crisp and mega-refreshing.
24. Araldica d'Aria Pinot Grigio Rosé 2018 £8.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 12% Pinot Grigio Fresh as a daisy, super light, and very easy drinking.
25. X Marks The Spot Tempranillo Rosado 2017 £7.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Spain 11.5% Tempranillo Rioja Lovely fruit forward rosé loaded with ripe strawberry and crunchy raspberry freshness.
26. José Rosé 2018 £8.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Spain 11.5% Cabernet Sauvignon José makes Rosé. Some extremely moreish and red berry filled Rosé at that!
27. 16 Little Black Pigs Rosé 2018 £8.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian
Australia 13% Grenache Garnacha A delicate and versatile wine.
28. De Martino Gallardia Cinsault Rosé 2017 £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Chile 12.5% Cinsault This is one of the most drinkable and enjoyable rosés to hit our site in ages.
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8 Armit
We have been working with Armit for a number of years and have them to thank for introducing us to an award-winning selection of high quality wines from some fantastic winemakers.
29. Château Dereszla Furmint Dry 2017 £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian
Hungary 11.5% Other White Grapes Furmint is making a real name for itself and this is one of the best examples to be found!
30. Domaine Auvigue Pouilly Fuisse Solture 2017 £24.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
France 13% Chardonnay The vineyards south facing, limestone rich soils create the perfect environment to grow world class Chardonnay.
31. Musella Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso 2015 £16.99 ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan, Organic Country: Italy 13.5% Corvina Blend Smooth blackberries with a kick of spice from an estate with over 800 years winemaking experience.
32. Musella Amarone Riserva 2012 £45.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 16% Corvina Blend Marvel at the amazing black cherry flavoured nectar before you.
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9 Italy top to toe
Come meet the friendly winemaker David, and discover some of the extraordinary wines of Italy with a selection of our finest and best from all corners of Italy. Don’t forget to ask him what his favourite Italian cocktail is too.
33. Solpiantez Spumante Brut Millesimato 2017 £10.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Italy 11.5% Garganega Blend Crisp green apples, pear notes and a lemon kick on the finish.
34. Vigne Sannite Falanghina 2016 £11.99 Tonight £10.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Italy 12.5% Falanghina This is one of Italy’s sacred white varietals, indigenous to Campania, which has unusual notes of orange blossom.
35. Ca' Vegar Custoza DOC 2018 £11.49 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 12.5% Garganega Blend Pear and tropical fruit on the nose with masses of mineral character on the palate.
36. Ca' Vegar Bardolino DOC Classico 2018 £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Italy 12.5% Corvina Blend Lovely bright red cherry and berry fruit with an elegant deftness on the palate and a fresh finish.
37. Brio Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2018 £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Italy 12.5% Montepulciano Super bright cherry fruit on a medium-bodied palate with good concentration of flavour and great freshness.
38. La Dama Valpolicella Ripasso 2016 £14.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 14.5% Corvina Blend Wonderfully complex and rich nose including black cherry compote, richness and freshness in harmony.
39. La Dama Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2014 £29.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 16% Corvina Blend Cherry, dried fig, cinnamon, clove and tobacco with a long, warm and silky finish.
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10 Focus on Spain
When you think of Spain you will probably think of sun, sea, tapas and Rioja. This table showcases the very best of Spanish winemaking.
40. Nu Allonge Cava Brut NV £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Spain 11.5% Xarel Lo Candied lemon peel, grapefruit and notes of toasted almond with lively citrus on the palate.
41. Legado del Fraile Albarino 2018 £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan Spain 13.5% Albarino Maritime freshness in abundance with lively lemon and grapefruit aromas.
42. Bodegas Amaren Rioja Blanco 2016 £18.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Spain 13.5% Viura Blend Intense and complex citrus peel with vanilla and aniseed notes on a vibrant yet elegantly weighted palate.
43. Las Campanas Seleccion Especial 2014 £13.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Spain 13.5% Tempranillo Blend A full bodied wine with bright, ripe fruit flavours, spice and the rounded mellowness of age.
44. Domeco de Jarauta Black Label Rioja 2012 £30.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Spain 14% Tempranillo Rioja The blackcurrant jam and vanilla bouquet are to die for. You will not be disappointed!
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11 Discover New Regions
45. Ninety Six Pinot Grigio 2018 £8.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Hungary 12% Pinot Grigio The orchard fruit and engaging citrus flavours make this the ideal partner for fresh fish dishes.
46. Dragon Hills Pinot Grigio 2018 £8.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan Romania 12% Pinot Grigio Appley soft, pear fruit-filled Pinot Grigio from a multi award-winning winery.
47. Primavara Sauvignon Blanc 2017 £8.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Romania 12% Sauvignon Blanc Citrus zest fresh white from top-notch grapes grown in the shadow of the Carpathian Mountains.
48. Vassaltis Santorini Assyrtiko 2017 £30.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Greece 14% Other White Grapes Intense, multi layered white from the stunning Greek island - Santorini.
49. Château Dereszla Furmint Dry 2017 £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian
Hungary 11.5% Other White Grapes A shift towards drier styles began some 20 years ago and they are now realising their potential.
50. Brazil Intenso Brut NV £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Brazil 11.5% Glera Typical Pear and Lemnon fruit nose, super fresh, with a balanced and refreshing fizz.
51. Solevari Reserve Pinot Noir 2017 £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Romania 13% Pinot Noir A wonderful Pinot Noir packed with strawberry fruit and gentle spice.
52. Château Purcari Vinohara Rara Neagra Malbec 2016 £15.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Moldova 13% Malbec Blend A beautifully balanced red showing bright cherry fruit with dense ripe plum
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12 They're finally here Advent Calendars 2019 After nearly a year of hard work they’re finally here; our brand new and improved family of 2019 advent calendars. As always we’ve listened to your feedback and we’re excited to be launching not one, but THREE awesome advent calendars for you to enjoy this year.
Try our brand new gin This year we have added Discover 24 delicious advent calendar packed all-red and all-white full-sized craft beers from with 24 x 5cl bottles of versions alongside our around the world with our premium gins. mixed wine calendar for brand new beer advent you to choose from. calendar.
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53. Champagne Gremillet Brut Blanc de Blancs NV £29.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian
France 12% Chardonnay The Gimonnet House signature is one of purity and freshness, elegant fruit and mineral balance.
54. Cave de Turckheim Pinot Blanc Reserve 2017 £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan France 12.5% Pinot Blanc The white grape cousin of Pinot Noir it is minerally and spicy with a touch of peach and citrus.
55. Cave de Turckheim Pinot Gris Sables et Galets 2015 £13.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
France 13% Pinot Grigio A spicy white grape worth experiencing if you haven't already been converted.
56. Domaine Henri Pelle Menetou-Salon Morogues 2017 £17.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
France 13% Sauvignon Blanc A top quality Sauvignon, beaming with loads of intensity, from a brilliant French producer.
57. Domaine Michel Girard Sancerre 2018 £16.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
France 13% Sauvignon Blanc If you love your Sauvignon on the restrained elegant side then you'll love this citrusy number.
58. Clos du Gaimont Vouvray Sec 2017 £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
France 12.5% Chenin Blanc Dry, full and delicious, this is a wine to buy by the car load.
59. Clos du Gaimont Vouvray Demi Sec 2017 £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
France 13% Chenin Blanc Intensely fruity, just off dry and gloriously ripe it's a stunner on its own.
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14 Meet the wine supplier -Mentzedorrf
60. Bodegas Hidalgo La Gitana Manzanilla NV £10.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian
Spain 15% Palomino The driest of the sherry styles with refreshing citrus and apple notes.
61. Bodegas Hidalgo Napolean Amontillado NV £13.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Spain 17.5% Palomino A wonderfully dry Sherry with rich hazelnut and vanilla flavours in abundance.
62. Fonseco Bin 27 Fine Reserve NV £13.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Portugal 20% Port Blends Full of sweet damson fruit and raisin intensity. It's the best wine match for blue cheese - FACT.
63. Fonseca 10 year old tawny NV £15.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Portugal 20% Port Blends Packed with sweet plummy fruit and caramel softness - the Port renaissance is in full swing.
64. Fonseco Quinta do Panascal 1999 £24.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Portugal 20.5% Port Blends The rich plum fruit and sweet spices makes this a great pairing with both cheese and chocolate.
65. Henriques & Henriques 15 year old sercial Madeira NV £29.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian
Portugal 20% Sercial To think this wine has been sat in a barrel slowly cooking for 15 years is quite incredible!
66. Delamain Pale & Dry XO Cognac £89.99 Country: ABV: Spirit:
France 40% Cognac This fine Cognac works with dark chocolate but, naturally, is a stunning digestif in the right glass.
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15 Meet the winebuyer - ANDREW BAKER
Come and speak to our Head Wine Buyer Andrew and try the wines that he has picked out to show you tonight. Andrew seeks out all the wonderful gems at Virgin Wines, so why not come say 'Hi' and pick his brains if you want!
67. Champagne Piere Gimonnet Cuis 1er Cru Brut Blanc de Blancs NV £30.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
France 12.5% Chardonnay Lemon, fresh thyme and wet stone on the nose and palate with great balance and a long, citrus finish.
68. Kurt Angerer Kies Gruner Veltliner 2018 £12.49 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Austria 12.5% Other White Blends This wine is exotic and spicy and just quite exciting.
69. Niepoort Drink Me Branco 2018 £14.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Portugal 11.5% Other white grapes Chalky mineral notes and preserved lemon with the cleanest and most precise of finishes.
70. Les Galets d'Estezargues 2018 £10.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
France 14% Grenache Beautifully balanced - heaps of ripe strawberry and red cherry fruit - freshness in harmony.
71. Gatito Loco Organic Tempranillo Garnacha 2018 £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Spain 14% Tempranillo blend Juicy, vibrant and mouth-coating, this wine stands out for its red and black fruits, with supporting nuances.
72. Riecine Chianti Classico 2016 £24.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Italy 13.5% Sangiovese It sits delicately on the palate but with incredible intensity to its fruit and great length on the finish.
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16 Go Vegan
73. Due Colline Rosé Spumante NV £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 11.5% Other White Grapes Great value, red berry fruit-packed sparkling rose from a multi award-winning winemaking team.
74. Cave de Turckheim GewÜrztraminer Vendange Tardive 2015 £22.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
France 12% Gewurztraminer Superb quality wine - not one to be missed.
75. Avamposti Pinot Nero 2017 £12.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 14.5% Pinot Noir Light and fresh with red berry fruit, notes of cherry and redcurrants.
76. Billy Bosch Bushvine Cinsault 2018 £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
South Africa 13% Cinsault This juicy and approachable Cinsault is going to be your go to wine for the summer months.
77. Vina Ecoyen Reserva 2015 £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Spain 14% Cabernet Blend A fantastic vintage, coupled with Rioja-style production & ageing, means a cracking bargain.
78. Il Cascinone Rive Barbera 2016 £15.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 14.5% Barbera You'll want classic homemade Italian food to accompany this cracking red.
79. Coyam Organic 2015 £19.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan, Organic
Chile 14.5% Syrah/Shiraz Blend Making a wine organically is THE best way to make a better wine.
80. Bressia Profundo 2014 £24.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Argentina 14.5% Malbec Blend A good steak is the way to go here with food and prepare to be impressed.
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17 Meet the winemaker - ChÂteau Musar
The wines of Château Musar are unique expressions from a country with an ancient wine-making culture. The winery was established by Gaston Hochar in 1930. Despite war in Lebanon and frequent tension, with the exception of 1976, wine has been produced at the Château every year.
81. Château Musar Jeune White 2016 £13.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Lebanon 12.5% Other White Grapes Stunning white from legendary Lebanese producer Château Musar, hand-crafted to be enjoyed in its youth.
82. Château Musar Jeune Red 2017 £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Lebanon 13.5% Cinsault Blends This lovely, un-oaked red is wonderfully fresh and full of ripe blueberry fruit.
83. Château Musar 2012 £27.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Lebanon 14.5% Cabernet Blend Perfect to crack into the taboo idea of Lebanese wine - this juice is incredible.
84. Château Musar 2002 £29.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Lebanon 14% Cabernet Blend Making amazing wines since 1930. The dedication of the Hochar family should be an inspiration to us all.
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18 Meet the wine producer - Andrew Porton
Wine Fusion is an award-winning company creating bespoke wines from around the world for Virgin Wines and a host of prestigious clients. Founder Andrew and colleague Abby look forward to tasting some of their handiwork with you today!
85. The Anvil Chardonnay Semillon 2018 £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Australia 13% Chardonnay Blend There's a lovely lemon core to this wine with plenty of mouth-watering intensity.
86. Don Q Alcardet Verdejo 2018 £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan Spain 12% Verdejo A zippy, bright white wine made from Verdejo - arguably Spain's answer to Sauvignon Blanc.
87. La Sirene Essentiel Gros Manseng Sauvignon Blanc 2018 £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
France 12% Sauvignon blends A highly alluring little gem from Gascony which will quench any thirst.
88. El Cabanero Garnacha Rosado 2018 £8.99 Tonight £7.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Spain 11.5% Grenache Garnacha There's so much delicate red fruit and a lovely burst of freshness here.
89. ByM Private Cellar Bonarda Malbec 2017 £8.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Argentina 13.5% Other Red Grapes The vineyards of San Juan receive 300 plus days of sunshine a year ensuring grapes mature perfectly.
90. La Fama Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 £8.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Chile 13% Cabernet Sauvignon Super-modern approach in the winery, where the variety's natural characters are what shape the finished wine.
91. Le Zeitgeist Malbec 2018 £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegetarian
France 13% Malbec Capture the mood of the moment with this expertly crafted, Southern French Malbec.
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19 Meet the wine supplier - Bancroft
The guys at Bancroft have been helping us find small, family-owned domaines with an unwavering passion to produce the very best wine they can from the land they own.
92. Domaine Billaud-Simon Chablis 2017 £22.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
France 12.5% Chardonnay Blend The aromas are a wonderful mix of citrus fruits, floral notes and classic mineral notes.
93. Hubert Lamy La Princee Saint-Aubin 2016 £37.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
France 13% Chardonnay This is a wine that really needs food for it to show its best.
94. Far del Sud Terra Alta Garnatxa Blanca 2016 £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Spain 14% Grenache Blanc Honeysuckle, lemon, pear, brioche - White Grenache at its best from sunny Spain.
95. Luigi Bosca Finca Los Nobles Malbec Verdot 2015 £34.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan Argentina 14.5% Malbec Blend Premium Malbec from the heart of Argentina. Intense, smoky, robust and complex.
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20 Meet the wine producer - Alliance
Since 1984, Alliance Wine has vigorously pursued the path less trodden. From unlikely beginnings in Scotland, they have unearthed an impressive array of individual but uniformly inspirational vignerons.
96. Domaine Baumard Carte Turquoise Cremant de Loire NV £15.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
France 12.5% Chenin Blends Champagne-grade excellence from the Loire, made in exactly the same way but less expensive.
97. Pazo Senorans Albarino 2017 £15.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Spain 13.5% Albarino Try this with seafood and you will not be disappointed. Peach, pear and a hit of citrus.
98. Navazos Niepoort DO Jerez 2016 £25.00 Vegan Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Spain 12% Palomino Nutty notes akin to sherry with stone fruit with a citrus and chalky character.
99. Solevari Reserve Pinot Noir 2017 £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Romania 13% Pinot Noir A wonderful Pinot Noir packed with strawberry fruit and gentle spice.
100. Altolandon Mil Historia Organic Syrah 2017 £13.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan, Organic
Spain 14% Shiraz Syrah One of, if not the, highest-altitude winery in Spain - cooler temperatures, brighter flavours.
101. Cal Batllet D'Latra DOQ Priorato 2013 £22.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Spain 15.5% Carignan Blend Superb depth to its black fruit and herbal aromas on a rich and powerful palate.
102. Capcanes Cabrida Garnacha 2015 £35.00 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Spain 15% Grenache Garnacha Deep and concentrated plum and cherry with complex notes of violets.
103. Tenuta Olim Bauda Barbera d'Asti Superiore 2015 £29.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Italy 14.5% Barbera Ripe cherry bakewell and chocolate characters make this richly layered and absolutely majestic.
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21 Meet the Winemaker - Pérez Cruz
Pérez Cruz is a family owned winery specializing in red wines that are produced and bottled on site and that reflect the character and identity of the Maipo Alto Valley. Located at the foothills of the Andes, the Mediterranean climate has the ideal features for producing high-quality wines.
104. Pérez Cruz Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2016 £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Chile 13.5% Cabernet Sauvignon Intense blackcurrant flavours and silky tannin, thanks to time spent in 'A grade' oak barrels
105. Pérez Cruz Winemaker's Selection 2017 £19.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Chile 14% Cabernet Blend Full bodied with juicy fruit flavours. Great with red meat.
106. Pérez Cruz Single Vineyard La Higuera Block 2017 £19.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Chile 14% Cabernet Blend Layers of vanilla spice and hints of mint mingle with the delicious, ripe black fruit.
107. Pérez Cruz Syrah Reserva Limited Edition 2017 £15.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Chile 14.5% Shiraz/Syrah Packed with berry fruits, chocolate and toasted oak. A top rated Syrah from the Chilean masters.
108. Pérez Cruz Cot Limited Edition 2017 £15.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Chile 13.5% Malbec It's velvety soft and smooth and jam-packed with sweet plums, cherries and vanilla.
109. Pérez Cruz Liguai 2015 £27.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Chile 14% Cabernet Blend Spicy on the nose with warm black fruits on the palate.
110. Lof Syrah 2016 £19.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Chile 14.5% Shiraz/Syrah Full of dense red fruit, gentle spice a long balanced finish.
111. Lof Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 £19.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Chile 13% Cabernet Sauvignon Wonderfully balanced, black fruited belter. Partner with game dishes for a superb food match.
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22 Meet the Wine advisor
Here at VW we have over 30 people whose job it is to get to know our wines as best they can (hard life!) so they can help point people in the right direction or recommend something new to try. This table is a showcase of their latest top picks.
112. Albacore Longfin Sauvignon Blanc 2018 £14.99 Tonight £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Australia 12% Sauvignon Blanc This wine leaps from the glass with tropical tones, including guava, pineapple, peach and freshly squeezed lime juice.
113. Penombre Blanc 2018 £11.99 Tonight £9.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
France 12.5% Grenache Blanc A textured, bright and finely scented white gives way to a long dry finish with a savoury Mediterranean tang.
114. Targa Rioja Organic Tempranillo Garnacha 2018 £16.99 Tonight £10.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Spain 14% Tempranillo blend Intense strawberry and cherry aromatics tumble out of the glass.
115. Palmento Casale Burgio Syrah Appassimento 2018 £14.99 Tonight £10.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Italy 12.5% Syrah/Shiraz This deep ruby red has incredible depth of flavour - with ripe cherries, dried fruit and warming spices.
116. Vat 7 McLaren Vale GSM 2015 £19.99 Tonight £11.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety:
Australia 14.5% Grenache blend Medium to full bodied, full of dark cherry fruit, kirsch, black pepper and lovely baked earth notes.
117. 5OS Project Red Blend 2015 £14.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Australia 14.5% Grenache A casually thrown together pot-pourri, made from the very best off-cuts.
118. Peter Franus The Father Blend 2014 £22.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
USA 14.5% Syrah A Syrah-led, Rhône-inspired blend with fresh black fruit, layers of spice, and a rich and full body.
119. Familia Zuccardi Malamado Malbec 2014 £15.99 Country: ABV: Grape Variety: Vegan
Argentina 18% Malbec Looking for something different to partner with the cheese board? Look no further than Malamado.
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23 Additional notes:
24 www.virginwines.co.uk 0343 224 1001
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