Château Les Hautes Tuileries
2013 Vintage

Cellars: £43.75

Enjoy in the restaurant: £51.25

Bin no.: 0816

Château Les Hautes Tuileries is a silky, supple wine with copious red fruit aromas and a balanced fruity finish. Vinified without oak it has soft, berry and spicy plum flavours reminiscent of nearby Pomerol.

Classically styled right bank Bordeaux showing copious red fruits and a silky mouth feel.

Food  Recommendation:

At room temperature with grilled meats, game or cheese.

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux Lalande-de-Pomerol AC
The Right Bank

Appellation: Lalande-de-Pomerol

Producer: Château Les Hautes Tuileries

Vintage: 2013

Colour: Red

Grape Varieties:
70% Merlot,
20% Cabernet Franc
10% Cabernet Sauvignon

Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan
sustainable environmental management

Allergens: contains sulphites

Body Value: C (A is light - E is full bodied)

abv: 13.0%

Bottle size: 75cl

Winery information:

Château les Hautes Tuileries is the second wine of Château Les Hauts Conseillants. The property was established in 1973 by Paul Figeac and Pierre Bourotte. It is now run by Jean- Baptiste Bourotte, CEO at Audy. The estate is 10 hectares in total split between 5 hectares in the heart of the Lalande de Pomerol and 5 hectares on the Chevrol plateau. Their vines are all over 35 years old with some over 50 years old. Like the wines from neighbouring Pomerol the wines give pride of place to Merlot and show a natural elegance with silky tannins.

Soil

The soils in the vineyards are 6 hecatares of sandy clay with gravel sub-soil. 4 hectares of fine gravel with 10% clay.

Double and single guyot trained vines with 6,000  - 8,000 vines per hectare.

Manual leaf thinning.. Ecofriendly agriculture with no use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides..

Harvest is done by hand

Vinification:

The Berries were Sorted, destemmed and soft pressed before fermentation and maceration in thermo regulated stainless steel vats parcel by parcel.

Maceration lasts about 4-5 weeks with manual pumping over. After maceration and racking a selection of the vats is blended with the collaboration of Jean Philippe Fort from the team of Michel Rolland.

Château Valois,
Bordeaux Supérieur
2013 Vintage

Cellars: £57.50

Enjoy in the restaurant: £64.00

Bin no.: 0817

A well styled Pomerol with intense cassis aromas, which are enveloped by toasty notes on the nose. The palate is full of ripe Morello cherries and dark chocolate, with big but ripe tannins and a delicious hint of cedar on the long, firm finish.

Food  Recommendation:

Perfect with duck, game or grilled red meats.

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux

Appellation: Pomerol, The Right Bank

Producer: Château Lestrille Capmartin

Vintage: 2013

Colour: Red

Grape Varieties:
77% Merlot,
19% Cabernet Franc
3% Cabernet Sauvignon

Status: Still

Allergens: contains sulphites

Body Value: C (A is light - E is full bodied)

abv: 13.0%

Bottle size: 75cl

Winery information:

Château de Valois dates back to 1862 when the original vineyards of Château Figeac were restructured. In 1962, Bernard Leydet owned the vineyard comprising eight hectares. Over time, he added to the Pomerol plots and concentrated on improving the quality through improved vineyard management techniques and investment of the cellar. In 1996 Bernard’s son Frédéric Leydet took over, continuing the legacy left by his father and produces truly great Pomerol wines.

Located on the southern slopes of the plateau of the Pomerol appellation, the vines are double Guyot trained.  The vineyard soils are made up of gravel and sand with subsoil of iron pan. The harvest takes place manually.

Vinification:

2013 in Bordeaux was a challenging vintage, resulting in one of the smallest in decades. Cool, wet weather in spring was followed by a warm, sunny summer period. However, damaging hail storms in August resulted in significantly reduced yields. Fortunately good diurnal temperatures throughout September helped to rescue the vintage. A precise focus on the harvest dates coupled with a meticulous selection of the grapes, resulted in lively and aromatic wines.

Fermentation took place in small temperature controlled concrete vats for 28 days.

The wine was matured for 14 months in oak barrels, of which 35% were new, on its fine lees and without any racking.

Chateau du Domaine
de L’Eglise
2011 Vintage

Cellars: £69.50

Enjoy in the restaurant: £76.00

Bin no.: 0818

Intense aromas of coffee, plum and raspberry. Vibrant on the palate with an excellent structure, concentrated sweet fruit and good freshness. The texture is  plush with rounded tannins and an elegant finish.

Food  Recommendation:

Cellaring potential - Drink now.

At room temperature with grilled or roasted red meats and cheese.

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux Saint-Emilion AC,
The Right Bank

Appellation: Pomerol

Producer:
Château Du Domaine De L'eglise

Vintage: 2011

Colour: Red

Grape Varieties:
95% Merlot,
5% Cabernet Franc

Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan

Allergens: contains sulphites

Body Value: C (A is light - E is full bodied)

abv: 12.0%

Bottle size: 75cl

Winery information:

Domaine de lâ Eglise is the oldest estate on Pomerol famous plateau, first mentioned in the Vieux Papiers du Libournaisin 1589. Originally the property of the church, the estate was secularised in the 18th century. Domaine de l'Eglise lies next to Pomerol's church a stones throw away from Château Petrus. In 1973 the château was acquired by the Castéja family. The round, fruity Domaine de l'Eglise wine has been among the most sought after in Pomerol for many years.

The soil in the vineyards are of gravel over sandy clay.

The vines are trained using the double and single Guyot trellis system.

Vinification:

Fermentation in thermo regulated vats followed by maturation in French oak barriques for 16 to 18 months of which 60% is of new oak.

Château Begadan Cru Artisan
2011 Vintage

Cellars: £19.25

Enjoy in the restaurant: £25.75

Bin no.: 0822

This wine shows aromas of dark fruits, ripe figs, spice and toasty oak with a round and silky palate feel. An elegantly structured wine with good length on the finish.

Round and silky with an elegant

Food  Recommendation:

At room temperature with roast red meats and steaks.

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux Medoc AC
The Left Bank

Appellation:
Entre-de-Mers AC The Right Bank

Producer: Cru Artisan Medoc

Vintage: 2011

Colour: Red

Grape Varieties:
60% Merlot,
40% Cabernet Sauvignon

Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan
sustainable environmental management

Allergens: contains sulphites

Body Value: B (A is light - E is full bodied)

abv: 13.5%

Bottle size: 75cl

Winery information:

Chateau Bégadan has been owned by Jean-Pierre and Martine Sallette since 1974. The small estate is on the outskirts of the town of Bégadan and consists of only a few hectares of vineyard planted on gravelly soils. The Cru Artisan classification is only given to independently owned Chateaux that offer consistently high quality wine. Only 44 chateaux currently hold the Cru Artisan classification.

The soils in the vineyards are of gravel and clay-limestone.

Double and single guyot trained vines with strict pruning by hand to ensure the grapes reach optimumquality. The estate is farmed using sustainable farming methods.

Vinification:

Fermented in stainless steel tanks before ageing in French oak barrels for 18 months.

Château Cissac, Haut Medoc
2011 Vintage

Cellars: £31.00

Enjoy in the restaurant: £37.50

Bin no.: 0829

A classic wine from this beautiful vintage showing complexity and richness with beautifully balanced tannins and texture.

Food  Recommendation:

Serve at room temperature with roast red meats and cheese.

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux Haut Medoc AC
The Left Bank

Appellation: Cru Bourgeots Medoc

Producer: Château Cissac

Vintage: 2011

Colour: Red

Grape Varieties:
70% Cabernet Sauvignon,
22% Merlot,
8% Petit Verdot

Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan
sustainable environmental management

Allergens: contains sulphites

Body Value: E (A is light - E is full bodied)

abv: 14.0%

Bottle size: 75cl

Winery information:

In 1895, Jacques Mondon, a lawyer in Pauillac, acquired several vineyards in the parish of Cissac-Medoc. He combined these different vineyards under the name of Château Cissac. In 1940 Louis Vialard inherited the property from his grandparents Mondon and he set about the task of restoring the vineyards and th outbuildings as well as the family home. Louis who is largely responsible for the excellent reputation of the Chateau died in 2009. He is succeeded by his daughter Danielle and grandaughter Marie. " The château is of a particular architectural style, 'Chartreuse' of the 18th century and is probably on the site of a Roman Villa.

The vines of Château Cissac are situated on a a plateau with a soil composed of gravel deposits from the Garonne river from the Bunz-Mindel period. It is located at an altitude of 27.5 m, eqivalent to the highest points of the neighbouring appellations, Saint Estèphe and Pauillac.

The soils in the vineyards are of fine gravel over chalk.

The tillage of the soil and planting of grass cover, with integrated pest management throughout the vineyard,

complement environmental management with leaf thinning mechanically and manually in part of the vineyard.

Vinification:

Fermented in stainless steel tanks at between 28º - 30ºC lasting for an average of 5 weeks.

Aged for 14 to 16 months in oak casks of which 30% is new wood

La Reserve de Leoville-Barton
2011 Vintage

Cellars: £55.00

Enjoy in the restaurant: £61.50

Bin no.: 0836

The second wine of Leoville Barton, this traditionally styled Bordeaux has an expressive nose of forest berries with hints of cedar, coffee and a touch of vanilla spice. Elegant and refined, with a long finish.

Food  Recommendation:

Delicious with roasted red meats, braised lamb, a juicy pan-fried steak or fine cheese

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux

Appellation: Saint-Julien, The Left Bank

Producer: Château Leoville Barton

Vintage: 2011

Colour: Red

Grape Varieties:
70% Cabernet Sauvignon,
23% Merlot,
7% Cabernet Franc

Status: Still, Biodynamic, Vegetarian/Vegan

Allergens: contains sulphites

Body Value: C (A is light - E is full bodied)

abv: 13.0%

Bottle size: 75cl

Winery information:

The history of Château Léoville Barton began in 1722, when Irishman Thomas Barton moved from Ireland to the Bordeaux region, where he established a successful trading company. His grandson bought Château Langoa and part of the Léoville estate in 1826. Current owner Anthony Barton lives in the beautiful 18th century Château Langoa and makes two wines, Château Léoville Barton and Château Langoa-Barton. He now owns 51 hectares of vineyard at Chateau Léoville-Barton which lie close to the Gironde, sandwiched between the water and Chateau Talbot.

They have a typical St Julien terroir of gravelly soils over deep clay. Plantings are are 74% Cabernet Sauvignon with the remainder being 23% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Franc, reflecting the classic, Cabernet-dominated wine produced in the region.

Vinification:

The vines are trained according to the Double Guyot method, with high density planting. The average age of the vines is 40 years, producing an average yield of 42 hectolitres per hectare. The soil is gravel of varying depths on top of a clay sub-soil.

Traditional ploughing and pruning takes place, however weed killers are not used and there is a limited use of fertilisers.

Fermentation lasted approximately five days during which time the juice was pumped over twice daily. The wine was left on the skins for approximately two weeks dependent on the quality of the crop. The wine was then drawn off and the skins pressed to obtain the pressed wine, an important component in the final blend. The malolactic fermentation took place in the vats, after which the wine was aged in oak barrels for 12 months prior to bottling.

Château Beau Site Cru
Bourgeois, Saint Estèphe,
2011 Vintage

Cellars: 75cl £46.50  150cl £101.00

Enjoy in the restaurant:
75 cl £53.00   150cl £112.00

Bin no.: 0848, 100848

The majority of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend yields a wine with ripe blackcurrant, cedar tree and earthy aromas. Concentrated blackcurrants continue on the palate that is fresh but smooth tannins. Lovely balance, concentration, depth and structure. A lovely balanced wine with ripe blackcurrant and cedar tree aromas, good concentration, depth and structure.

Food  Recommendation:

Best with roast red and white meats or game.

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux Saint-Estephe AC
The Left Bank

Appellation: Cru Bourgeots Medoc

Producer: Château Beau Site

Vintage: 2011

Colour: Red

Grape Varieties:
60% Cabernet Sauvignon,
30% Merlot,
7% Cabernet Franc
3% Petit Verdot

Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan
sustainable environmental management

Allergens: contains sulphites

Body Value: E (A is light - E is full bodied)

abv: 14.0%

Bottle size: 75cl, 150cl

Winery information:

"Beau-Site means beautiful site and lies just behind Grand Cru Château Calon-Segur on one of Medoc's highest points with fantastic views over the river Gironde. It was originally classified as a Cru Bourgeoius Superieur in 1932 but in 1966 Beau Site was reclassified as a Cru Grand Bourgeois Exceptionnel. The Castéja family, who also own Château Batailley and Château Trotte Vieille, bought the château in 1955. The château has nearly 100 hectares of vines with an average age of 35 years. Beau- Site's 18th century underground cellar is one of the oldest in the Médoc and presents the perfect maturing conditions for a wine that is vinified with the same care and technique as a Grand Cru Classé. Beau-Sites wine is full of power and temperament, a typical Saint-Estèphe with tannins allowing for stocking this wine for some years."

The soils in the vineyards are of fine gravel.

Double Guyot trained vines with an average age of 35 years old. Vine density is 5,500 per hectarewith an average yields are 40 hectolitres per hectare.

Vinification:

Manual sorting and destemming before soft pressing. Fermentation in temperature controlled vats with each plot vinified separately. Malolactic fermentation in vat.

Maturation in French oak barrels for 12 to 18 months of which 40% of new oak was used.

Chateau Lestrille Capmartin  Bordeaux Blanc
2015 Vintage

Cellars: £19.00

Enjoy in the restaurant: £25.50

Bin no.: 0856

A smooth, ripe wine bursting with white peach flavours and a superb honied and nutty finish.

Food  Recommendation:

Try with roast red meats or steak.

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux

Appellation: Entre-de-Mers AC

Producer:
Estelle and Jean Louis Roumage

Vintage: 2015

Colour: White

Grape Varieties:
55% Sauvignon Gris,
39% Semillon,
6% Sauvignon Blanc

Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan

Allergens: contains sulphites

Dry/Sweet: 2  (1 is dry, 7 is very sweet)  

abv: 13.0%

Bottle size: 75cl

Winery information:

At Château Lestrille, Estelle and Jean Louis Roumage make modern, fruit-driven wines.

They use sustainable winegrowing practices to respect the balance of the soil as they believe the essence of winemaking lies in the vineyard itself. They vinify each plot on their 39 hectare property seperately with tailor-made precision. The Château is located at the northern point of the Entre-deux-Mers appellation in the small town of St. Germain du Puch between Libourne and Bordeaux.

Vinification:

The soil in the vineyards is of clay and silt

The grapes are picked at full maturity. Maceration takes place for 8 hours. Cold stabilisation and yeast inoculation is carried out in tank.

Fermentation takes place in new oak.

Ageing on its fine lees after fermentation with frequent batonnage.

Bottled after 10 months.

Castelnau de Suduirau
Bordeaux Blanc
2008 Vintage

Cellars: £27.75

Enjoy in the restaurant: £34.25

Bin no.: 0872

This elegantly rich wine shows orange peel and mineral notes on the nose. The palate is full bodied with almonds, spice, honey and candied fruits through to a lovely, lingering finish.

Food  Recommendation:

Creamy dessert like creme brulee foie gras or blue cheese.

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux

Appellation: Sauternes

Producer: Gérard Bertrand

Vintage: 2008

Colour: White

Grape Varieties:
98% Semillon,
2% Sauvignon Blanc

Status: Still, Vegetarian

Allergens: contains sulphites

Dry/Sweet: 7  (1 is dry, 7 is very sweet)   

abv: 13.5%

Bottle size: 37.5cl

Winery information:

The history of Château Suduiraut, in Sauternes, goes back centuries. After the total destruction of the property by the Duke d'Epernon in the 1600's, Count Blaise de Suduiraut replanted the vineyard and restored the estate to its former glory. The Château is a superb example of 18th century architecture. Aristocratic, classical,

and bright in style, the Château is surrounded by charming gardens designed by Le Nôtre. The quality of this Castelnau de Suduiraut is their second wine and no less care is taken in its production.

Vinification:

The berries are pressed, removal of the lees from the must and clarification of the grape juice.

Fermentation takes place in new French oak barrels with temperature control (24ºC) for 3 weeks.

Ageing in French oak barrels for 16 months, with 10% new oak, 20% 1 year old oak and 70% of 2 year old oak. Racking every 3 months. Light filteration before bottling

Chateau du Juge
2011 Vintage

Cellars: £16.50

Enjoy in the restaurant: £24.00

Bin no.: 0873

Shows great versatility with concentrated apricot, honeycomb and floral aromas, an unctuous palate, oozing with peaches and honey with refreshing acidity. A good all round dessert wine that's great value for money and almost identical in style to it's neighbours in Sauternes and Barsac.

Food  Recommendation:

An excellent partner for Gorgonzola with pear and goats' cheese

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux

Appellation: CadillacAC

Producer: Olivier Medeville

Vintage: 2011

Colour: White

Grape Varieties:
90% Semillon,
5% Muscadelle
5% Sauvignon Blanc

Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan

Allergens: contains sulphites

Dry/Sweet: 5  (1 is dry, 7 is very sweet)   

abv: 13.0%

Bottle size: 37.5cl

Winery information:

The Medeville family runs this exceptional domaine in the Cadillac region of Bordeaux. Olivier Medeville is an experienced winemaker with an international pedigree. His aim is to make modern, fruit-driven wines that represent excellent value for money.

Vinification:

The grapes were hand picked at different stages from the 38 year old vines where noble rot, or botrytis, was allowed to develop. The vines are grown in alluvial soils.

All three varieties were vinified and then aged separately in tanks for 12 months.

Château Lestrille Capmartin, Bordeaux Supérieur
2010 Vintage

Cellars: £21.25

Enjoy in the restaurant: £27.75

Bin no.: 0802

A medium-bodied Bordeaux showing concentrated fruit aromas backed by delicate woody notes. In the mouth is has good freshness, while the structure shows high quality tannins. Nicely balanced, velvety and powerful

Fresh yet concentrated fruit aromas backed by delicate woody notes. Nicely balanced, velvety and powerful.

Food  Recommendation:

Try with roast red meats or steak.

 Country: France

Region: Bordeaux

Appellation:
Entre-de-Mers AC The Right Bank

Producer: Château Lestrille Capmartin

Vintage: 2010

Colour: Red

Grape Varieties:
81% Merlot,
19% Cabernet Sauvignon

Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan

Allergens: contains sulphites

Body Value: B (A is light - E is full bodied)

abv: 14.0%

Bottle size: 75cl

Winery information:

At Château Lestrille, Estelle and Jean Louis Roumage make modern, fruit-driven wines.

They use sustainable winegrowing practices to respect the balance of the soil as they believe the essence of winemaking lies in the vineyard itself. They vinify each plot on their 39 hectare property seperately with tailor-made precision. The Château is located at the northern point of the Entre-deux-Mers appellation in the small town of St. Germain du Puch between Libourne and Bordeaux.

Vinification:

The soil in the vineyards is of clay and silt

The grapes are picked at full maturity. Fermentation takes place in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks.

Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels

Ageing on its fine lees after fermentation with frequent batonnage.

Bottled after 18 months.

Château Fleur-der-Lisse
2011 Vintage

Cellars: £26.50

Enjoy in the restaurant: £33.00

Bin no.: 0811

A poised nose of red fruit with a hint of jaminess. Plums, blackberry and red fruits dominate the palate. The style is rounded and approachable with full, but soft tannins. A full flavoured Saint Emilion with earthy and liquorice notes through to a dry and long finish

Food  Recommendation:

Serve at a temperature between 16 - 18ºC

Ideal with red meats, game and soft cheese. Particularly good with Entrecote Bordelaise.

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux

Appellation:
Saint-Emilion AC The Right Bank

Producer: Château Fleur-de-Lisse

Vintage: 2011

Colour: Red

Grape Varieties:
70% Merlot,
30% Cabernet Sauvignon

Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan

Allergens: contains sulphites

Body Value: B (A is light - E is full bodied)

abv: 14.0%

Bottle size: 75cl

Winery information:

The commune of St-Etienne de Lisse lies 8 kilometres west of St-Emilion. Xavier Minvieille grows 9 hectares of vines on three different terroirs. Each plot is vinified separately to preserve their distinct characteristics. The majority of the vines are Merlot, with approximately 30% Cabernet Franc. They also have a small quantity of Malbec. Vines are replanted regularly to ensure a continuous supply of old vines for the future.

Vinification:

Each parcel of grapes is picked and vinified separately. The estate use two press wines which are again vinified separately in temperature controlled vats. A larger proportion of the pressed wine goes towards the Grand Vin. The wine is aged in oak barriques for 10 months to give elegance and complexity.

The soil in the vineyards is of clay limestone with a higher percentage of limestone in the hilly areas.

Château Bergat
Saint Emilion
Grand Cru Classé
2011 Vintage

Cellars: £77.00

Enjoy in the restaurant: £83.50

Bin no.: 0812

A rich, textured and complete wine with excellent fruit, velvety tannins and good length.

Well textured and elegant. Classic Bordeaux.

Food  Recommendation:

Try with roast red meats or steak.

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux

Appellation:
Saint-Emilion Grande Cru AC
The Right Bank

Producer: Château Bergat

Vintage: 2011

Colour: Red

Grape Varieties:
50% Merlot,
40% Cabernet Franc
10% Cabernet Sauvignon

Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan

Allergens: contains sulphites

Body Value: C (A is light - E is full bodied)

abv: 14.0%

Bottle size: 75cl

Winery information:

Bergat's 4 hectares of vineyards are located 2 kilometres west of the town of St. Emilion. The vineyards spread over the southern hillside of a sheltered valley and are planted with 55% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. The small château is opposite Château Pavie-Macquin and benefits from great exposure and argilo-calcareous soils that give the wines super fruit.

Vinification:

The soil in the vineyards is of Argilo-calcareous

The Vineyard area is 4 Hectares with an average of the vines of 40 years. Fermentation  lasts for 15 to 20 days. Aged for 18 to 24 months in  oak barriques of which are 50% new oak.

Château Boutisse
Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
2010 Vintage

Cellars: £104.50

Enjoy in the restaurant: £111.00

Bin no.: 0814100

A warm, intense bouquet of mocha and sweet spices. The palate is velvety and elegant with ripe tannins complemented by vanilla oak. Smooth, velvety and elegant with notes of caramel and spice through to a long and fine finish.

Food  Recommendation:

Serve at a temperature between 16 - 18ºC

Serve with red meats, game, strong cheese.

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux

Appellation:
Saint-Emilion AC The Right Bank

Producer: Château Boutisse

Vintage: 2010

Colour: Red

Grape Varieties:
80% Merlot,
1% Cabernet Franc
11% Cabernet Sauvignon

Status: Still, Vegetarian, Eggs

Allergens: contains sulphites

Body Value: C (A is light - E is full bodied)

abv: 14.5%

Bottle size: 150cl

Winery information:

Purchased in 1996, Château Boutisse is owned by winemaker and oenologist Xavier Milhade. It is located in the commune of Saint Christophe des Bardes, one of the top communes in AC St- Emilion. It is a relatively large estate for St- Emilion with 23 hectares, mainly planted with Merlot. Huge investments have been poured into the vineyards since 1996 with several parcels of vines being completely replanted. Château Boutisse possesses excellent terroir; when the soil was ripped and prepared for planting, large chunks of the limestone were visible under the chalky clay topsoil. The majority of vines have excellent southern exposure.

Vinification:

The soil in the vineyards is chalky clay topsoil over limestone sub-soil.

The vines are trained on the Double Guyot system and grafted to Amercian rootstock. Bunch thinning tis applied to keep only the best bunches.

The must is cold soak followed by traditional vinification in small temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. With short and regular pumping over.

Fermentation of 25% of the wine occurs in 500 litre oak barrels and malolactic fermentation in barrel.

Fining is carried out using egg white and aged in oak for a minimum of 12 months of which 40% is new oak.