This wine represents the signature red blend of the Côteaux du Languedoc, & comes from mature vines grown in vineyards around the town of Pézenas, a historic town synonymous with playwright Molière, many of whose plays were inspired by his time in the region. A generous & fruit-driven wine, offering an inviting nose of ripe blackcurrants tinged with wild scrubland herbs & black olive. Medium-weight tannins mingle with lush berry & liquorice notes. Drink with hearty rustic fare such as steak & kidney pie, pan-fried liver or sausage casserole. ...

A blend of the Languedocs typical Syrah, Grenache & Carignan, vinified with a view to preservation of the grapes most youthful fruit character. Only 25% of this wine is aged in oak, which lends a little complexity & structure, without over-softening of the ripe berry fruit. Dark violet in colour, with a rounded middleweight core of juicy fruitiness, & subtle notes of garrigue herbs. Has the potential to age for 5 or more years in bottle. ...

This estate is owned by Nicolas & Miren Lorgeril, renowned Languedoc vignerons, & direct descendants of Cabardès' Pennautier family. This region has terraced slopes of schist, limestone & granite, & is hence an exceptional terroir, sought after by many winemakers. Vivid crimson in colour, with a nose dominated by the Grenache's jammy raspberry aromas. On the palate, the Syrah & Carignan add some spice & tannin, resulting in a well structured & racy wine. Serve with some lamb chops, well seasoned & sprinkled with thyme. ...

Mas des Montagnes is literally a 'mountain estate', comprising a group of higher-altitude Roussillon vineyards acquired by the Lorgeril family of Château de Pennautier, in the neighbouring Languedoc. Patrick Léon, formerly of Domaines Rothschild, is consultant winemaker. A notably mineral-tinged wine, reminiscent of its origins on stony schist hillsides, & possessing great texture & length. The citrus fruit backbone is joined by subtle hints of fennel & wild herbs. The winery recommends pairing with any grilled fish, or baked sea bream with a salt crust. ...

This Vacqueyras is made from a blend of 50% Grenache & 50% Syrah. These varieties are blended together to make a balanced, rich & complex wine with intense flavours of spices & blackcurrant. It is long on the palate, with hints of black fruit & liquorice. Drink alongside meat dishes such as roast lamb, steak or cheese & for vegetarians; rich tomato based dishes. ...

The Languedoc is home to a mass of different grape varieties, so it's no wonder the area has the most wine appellations of any region in France. For a long time, this vast landscape was classed as ‘up & coming’. But thanks to pioneering wineries like Mas Olivier, we can say it’s well & truly arrived. Like many great wine stories, Mas Olivier began with a handful of passionate winegrowers. During the 1950s in the village of Faugères, a small group of them created a winery, with the aim to make distinctive wines – from what they knew was unique local terroir. Their dedication made them instrumental in getting the Faugères appellation created in 1982. Today, over 50% of the region’s wines are made by Mas Olivier. This classic Syrah– Grenache blend shows why they’re the first name in town. You’ll find it complex yet elegant, with notes of red & black fruits, plus hints of vanilla, cocoa & peppery spice. Its silky texture & generous flavour make it a fantastic match for steak. ...

A field blend is a rich tapestry of grape varieties plucked from one spot. So we expected something very special from Más Querido. But even we were blown away by the praise of top wine critics last year. This follow-up vintage is a punchy cocktail of orange peel, lime & passionfruit. ...

There’s Prosecco – & then there’s Prosecco DOCG. The addition of those four little letters signify a big difference. ‘ Denomination of Controlled & Guaranteed Origin’ indicates the top tier of quality for Italian wines. Cantine Maschio has been making wine in Veneto’s prestigious Conegliano region since the 1970s. Today the winemaking is led by Gabriele Cescon, who ensures their prize Glera grapes are handled with the utmost care. Only free-run juice is used to make this wine (where grapes are naturally crushed under their own weight in the press). This is considered to be the highest quality juice, since there’s minimal contact with the bitter elements of the grapes. The end result is delicate & refreshing with lively aromas. Extra Dry means it’s not as dry as the Brut style. So if you like particularly fruity Prosecco, this will be right up your street. Fresh. Fruity. Elegant. It has a soft mousse with notes of candied lemon & acacia flowers. ...

A superb Amarone from a renowned historic vineyard with a history dating back to the 12th century. 70% Corvina, 25% Rondinella ...

Masi have come to be at the forefront of winemaking around Verona, creating attractive modern wines from the regions traditional grapes. Here, Pinot Grigio has been blended with 25% Verduzzo, which has been barrel-aged for 3 months, to create a unique white. A bright & inviting golden colour, this wine is alive with notes of peach, apricot, pear & pineapple. A lush, generous palate offering good ripeness & a dry, citrussy finish. Enjoy with fresh linguine served with mussels & clams. ...