France

Côte de Beaune, France. ‘Moderate wood influence stops just short of inhibiting the clear expression of the pure extract of dark berry fruit, cassis, earth and sauvage hints. There is excellent richness to the laudably concentrated mid - palate that coats the mouth with dry extract and is given lift from the presence of an almost pungent minerality. This is a relatively powerful Guettes with outstanding depth and length on the mildly austere finish.’

Cotes de Provence, France.  Pale pink robe with brilliant hints. The nose has characteristic notes of citrus fruit and tropical fruit; a refreshing mouth...

Rhone Valley, France. A blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Mourvedre, 5% Syrah and the rest Cinsault and other varieties, the Chateauneuf du Pape is a medium to full - bodied, fruit - loaded effort that has beautiful texture and richness. Sweet black raspberry, cassis, leaf tobacco and violets all come together nicely. This beauty should be approachable on release, yet evolve gracefully through 2026. Drink 2017 - 2026.'

Rhone Valley, France. ‘ One of the top estates in Chateauneuf-du-Pape is that of the two brothers Thierry and Jean-Pierre Usseglio. ’ Robert Parker  Note: 70% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre and 10% Cinsault. ‘This Côtes du Rhône is produced in one of the best terroir of the appellation. It has lovely red fruits aromas sublimed by its structure and depth. It should be drink in the next three to four years.’

Burgundy, France. It is lively and structured in the mouth with a well-rounded and supple backbone. Tannins and fruit go hand in hand and match the power of the secondary aromas. This wine has volume and flesh...

Rhone Valley, France. Grenache 75%, Syrah 15%, Mourvèdre 5%, Cinsault 5% From 8 different plots (Lieux-Dits) in Gigondas 'In the same ball park and a classic Gigondas with its rich, spice laced aromas and flavours and medium to full - bodied, structured palate feel, the  Gigondas Aux Lieux-Dits is a foudre aged blend of 75% Grenache, 15% Syrah and the rest Mourvedre and Cinsault. Mouth fillin g, with ripe tannin and a solid length on the finish, drink bottles over the coming 7-8 years.

Rhone Valley, France. Grenache vielles vignes 78%, Mourvèdre 20%, Syrah 2%. From vineyards on surrounding the estate (Haute Garrigues terroir ) ‘Saturated ruby. Intense, deeply pitched dark fruit liqueur aromas are lifted by notes of fresh flowers and white pepper. Supple and expansive in the mouth, offering sweet boysenberry and cassis flavours that pick up smoke and mocha nuances with air. Velvety tannins frame the impressively persistent, palate - staining finish, which features notes of blueberry preserves and liquorice. In a decidedly rich, broad - shouldered, very ripe style, especially for the vintage...

Rhone Valley, France. Grenache 50%, Syrah 25%, Merlot 15%, Cabernet 10% Dark, velvety red. This blend from different vineyards of the estate is a cracking wine showing earthiness, spice as well as lovely dark fruits. Rich, fresh and amazing value...

Chablis, Burgundy, France. Very pretty pale golden yellow in colour with light greenish glints. Bright, luminous and limpid...

Macônnais, France. rchard scents of ripening apple and pear, coupled with soft floral tones reminiscent of acacia and mimosa. Interlaced among the wine’s floral aroma is beguiling limestone minerality. In the mouth a host of savoury orchard flavours along with minerals, lemon zest...