Manager's Choice- Mixed Case  Special Offer

Stonedale Shiraz 2009 x 2

Asensio Cabernet Merlot Tempranillo 2004 x 2

Le Moulin Chaume Blanc N.V. x 2

Selected from Foncalieuâs vineyards located in the South-West of the Languedoc region.It grows on sunny chalky clay soils and benefit from the warm climate of southern France where they achieve optimum ripeness. A lively and dry French country white which has floral aromas and a zesty acidity. It is instantly appealing, with fresh citrus fruits, unpretentious and ever so easy to drink.
Alcohol Content:11

Producer

Established in 1967 by Maurice Grignon, the family winemaking and trading company originally specialised in the production and sale of wine-making materials. Then in 1992, the company was sold and became an Association of Cooperatives and started producing wines from Languedoc- Roussillon.

In 1996, the company made significant investments into modern equipment, improved storage and now specialises in the production of high quality wines. The name Foncalieu is made up of letters of villages in the region of l`Aude - FONties de Aude, CApendu - ALzonne - MontoLIEU.

Food

Enjoy chilled as an aperitif or with grilled seafood and roasted vegetables.

l`Orangeraie Vin de Pays Rose 2009 x 2

A lively rose petal pink colour, it has a fine Cinsault nose characterised by aromas of blossom and of red fruits, with just a hint of black pepper suggested by the Syrah. A very fruity wine with flavours of raspberry and redcurrant; while there is plenty of fruit on the palate, the wine finishes dry with crisp acidity.

Producer

Established under Louis XIII in 1650, the Chateau de Pennautier forms the heart of the Lorgeril estate. The Domaine comprises of 340 hectares, mainly in the Cabardes region of northern Languedoc, close to the medieval city of Carcassonne. Miren and Nicolas de Lorgeril, direct descendants of the first Marquis de Pennautier, are the tenth generation of the family to make wine here.

Food

Lovely to drink well-chilled on its own on a warm summer`s day and with fish dishes, bouillabaisse, salads and various hors d`oeuvres.

La Playa Petit Verot Carmenere Cabernet `Loud River` 2005 x 2

ES Vino Sauvignon Blanc 2009 x 2

Very bright greenish yellow colour with intense citric aromas of pink grapefruit, passion fruit and lime. In the mouth it is fresh and citric, with intense and concentrated flavours and a lingering aftertaste.

Producer

Located in the trendy Tupungato Valley region, this modern winery is located at high altitude to achieve cooler average temperatures.Tupungato sits at the western extreme of Mendoza right at the foot of the Andes mountains with an elevation of 1,200 meters giving benefit to the vineyards from a much cooler climate, abundant sun, and sharp contrast between day and night temperatures. When all the above is combined it allows the winemaker the opportunity to produce wines with utmost expression. Wine consultant Michel Rolland (from Bordeaux) has added his expertise to this project and in the last few years since launch the range of wines have received numerous awards and accolades.

Food

Lovely soft drinking but great with slow braised chicken, cod with lemon sauce and light oriental cuisine.

Awards

IWSC Silver medal Best in Class 2009.