Made from the Cortese grape variety, grown in vineyards with a cool mesoclimate; these are generally north facing and up to about 350 metres above sea level. The wine gets its name from the town of Gavi, situated in the south-east of Piemonte, around which the vineyards are planted. The wine is fermented in stainless steel and aged briefly on its fine lees. It shows white flower and green fruit aromas, with a touch of honey and minerality on the palate.
Yellow straw in colour with sparkles of brilliant green. The nose displays fresh, clean citrus aroma and a beautiful floral intensity. The palate is dry with crunchy green apple fruit and a refreshing acidity.
When crafted by a skilled producer, Chablis is worth the countless column inches and plaudits heaped on the region and its wines. And in this case, it’s crafted by the team at Albert Bichot, makers of fine Burgundy since 1831. Although the family have a proud heritage to look back to, they’re focussed firmly on the future. They practise sustainable agriculture, ever mindful of the legacy they leave for future generations. The care they exhibit in the vineyard follows through to the winery, which in turn shines through to the wine in your glass. This fine Chablis was aged on its lees for 10 months to add creamy complexity to this elegant, pure fruit white, brimming with green apple and citrus. It makes a fine apéritif or partner for seafood.
Wine of France.This noble white wine is produced from grapes grown in the south-east facing Beblenheim commune in the pretty region of Alsace. Often referred to as the king of white grape varieties, Riesling has exceptional attributes that can produce exquisite white wines. Known for its floral, mineral character and racy, firm acidity, good Riesling has a lightness of touch and yet a very pervasive, precisely defined palate. Alsatian Rieslings have all this, coupled with a rich depth of flavour. Pale yellow in colour, highly aromatic with a lemony character and a crisp, fresh palate, this Kleinfels Riesling has a sublime complexity. Layers of citrus fruit and a steely mineral backbone support the bright acidity right through to a long, ethereal finish. Beblenheim's Kleinfels Riesling is best enjoyed chilled as a refreshing aperitif, or is perfect with crab salads, baked fish, white meat or poultry dishes. Fabulous with eastern cuisine.
The wines of this vineyard area are world-renown and this is a wine that may well be the perfect introduction to the joys of fine white Burgundy. Thirty five percent of the wine is aged in new oak imparting smoke and toast to complement the honeyed and stone fruit characteristics on the palate. It is a rich and ripe wine with considerable length on the palate. Although it is a fine wine we think that the purity and intensity of the fruit characteristics are what make this wine most charming and would advise drinking within ten years of the vintage.
A white wine of Traditional Appellation, produced from Roditis and Savatiano grape varieties. A wine of yellow golden colour, typical rich aroma of Halkidiki pines, soft taste and a spicy aftertaste. Excellent with Mediterranean starters and main courses.
Yellow straw coloured, very pale. On the nose, it is nicely aromatic, both floral and fruity. Direct and lively attack on the palate, giving a fresh and savoury wine.
This Chassagne-Montrachet balances some of the fat rich butteriness often found in Meursault, with the steely, flinty, minerally elegance more prominent in Puligny-Montrachet.
The characteristically uplifting aromas of ripe lime and grapefruit, nectarine, papaya and mango and floral notes of orange blossom, gooseberry and sweet fennel are striking. A chalky and weighty texture balanced by a minerally-citrus acid backbone.
Crazy Creatures Gruner Veltliner, Kremstal, Austria,
100% Gruner Veltliner, unoaked
The brainchild of Michael Malat, the grapes for "Crazy Creatures" are grown in the small Austrian village of Palt, in the wine-growing region of Kremstal. The traditional Malat winery has been making wines in the region since 1722.
A favourite among sommeliers and wine enthusiasts alike, Grüner Veltliner is the most important grape of Austria and is known for its spicy, herbal and fruity aromas and a crisp, fresh acidity.
This Gruner has notes of whole grain cookies, dried barley, hazelnut flour, and baking spices lead the aromas and flavours on the forefront, followed by tart lemon and spice. Its soft texture yet zippy acidity add up to a wine that’s entirely enjoyable.
A white wine that goes remarkably well with a great many dishes.
Reminiscent pale yellow-green. Seductive scent of spring, white flowers and fresh tropical fruit. Fresh and zingy in the mouth leaving a slight acidity that gives a feeling of freshness. Ideal companion for appetizers, snacks, fish and seafood.
Reminiscent pale yellow-green. Seductive scent of spring, white flowers and fresh tropical fruit. Fresh and zingy in the mouth leaving a slight acidity that gives a feeling of freshness. Ideal companion for appetizers, snacks, fish and seafood.
The Casablanca Valley's near perfect conditions create fruit that is ripe and perfectly balanced, making Errazuriz Sauvignon Blanc fresh, crisp and lively with citrus and green apple characters together with light mineral notes on the long clean finish.
Pale goldcolour; delicate perfume of sage and apple; full flavour, fresh and lively, very savoury with a distinctive, pleasant aftertaste of sweet almonds.
Classic, crisp, dry white wine with a delicate aroma of fresh cut hay and stone fruit. Served chilled and accompanies fish, poultry, salads and light snacks.
Medium sweet white wine with a floral bouquet and a palate of stone fruits and citrus. Served well chilled and can be enjoyed on its own or with canapés, fruit and cheese.
One of the most famous white wines in the world and one for which louis jadot is justifiably famous; a lovely rich wine that shows the true delights of chardonnay, soft and elegant with a rich mouth feel, delicate use of oak and good acid balance.
A perfect aperitif wine or with fish / light meats/ salads. Lovely unoaked Chardonnay with a soft, gently creamy mouth feel balanced by fresh, crisp apple characters. Sealed with a screwcap to maximise freshness.
Elegant aromas of citrus, pear and white flowers, and a crisp, mineral palate ideally suited to seafood.
Previously Beauvignac Picpoul de Pinet, the Luvignac is made in an identical way. It is essentially the same wine with a different label.
palate.
Bright straw-yellow with light greenish hues. It has an intense bouquet with hints of tropical fruit and flowery overtones; well orchestrated and delicate mouthfeel, fresh and rich in flavour,early-drinking.
The wine is dry clean crisp and fresh
With deliciously balanced citrus and mineral flavours
Based in Sancerre, Loire Valley France
Perfectly served chilled with seafood or goats cheese or simply as an aperitif
Alcohol by volume: 12.5%
£14.95
White
White wines are made from the grape juice and skin and green, gold or yellow coloured grapes. The main grape varieties are chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, semillon, moscato, pinot grigio, gewurztraminer and reisling.
