Lying at the highest point in Saint-Émilion, Château Troplong Mondot is renowned for producing high quality wines. They believe that taking care of nature is the key to bringing out the best in their grapes – & as a result, they’re committed to preserving the biodiversity of their vineyards. This is their second wine, & it’s an excellent introduction to their signature elegant style. Made from younger vines than their grand vin, it showcases the vibrancy of their grapes with expressive aromas of freshly picked hedgerow fruit. They describe it as ‘le goût de l'éclat’ – ‘the taste of radiance’ – & it’s no wonder that leading critic James Suckling gave it an impressive 92 points. Discover a refined & intense wine with flavours of ripe plum, blackcurrant & vanilla. Its silky texture & spicy finish make it a great match for rich meats like roasted beef or venison. ...

A curious gin from the Black Forest in Germany. Made with 47 (yes, really) botanicals & bottled at 47%, they also use a 'secret weapon typical to the Black Forest' in the mix
- cranberries.
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Monkey Shoulder Scotch is a superb blended malt whisky from William Grant, made with single malts from three of the most famous ...

Winemaker Jerôme Regues blends two different terroirs to make this wine; a typical Corbières red blend. Grapes from Ornaisons provide the rich fruit flavours, while grapes from Durban, around 25km further south, are said to add spicier notes. Showing notes of damsons & blackberries on the nose, with subtle hints of garrigue herbs, which carry through on the palate. Full & fruity, with rounded tannins adding a supporting structure. Perfect with your home-made shepherd's pie. ...

Mont Tauch began in 1913 & are now one of the biggest winemaking names in the Languedoc. They're famous worldwide for their Fitou wines, & the expertise really shows in this blend of Grenache Noir, Carignan & Syrah. Older vines nourish the tastiest grapes, & some of the vines behind this are 100 years old. It's balanced & juicy, with flavours of dark fruits & sweet spices. Try it with grilled red meats. ...

Domaine Pierres Sauvages is a tiny, 3-hectare, family owned vineyard, & this is boutique white Burgundy at its best. Aged in oak for up to 8 months, this is refined, creamy & smooth Chardonnay with flavours of peach, apple, citrus & sweet spice. Pair it with poultry, cheese or seafood. ...

Montagny is an appellation for white Burgundy produced in the Côte Chalonnaise. All the vineyards may be designated Premier Cru as long as the alcoholic strength is higher than 11.5%. The wines have a little more body & more acidity than other whites from this region. A brilliant deep golden colour, this wine has a floral nose with hints of citrus fruit dominated by roasted brioche overtones. It has a pleasant floral & slight mineral freshness in the mouth. Ready to be drunk now & partner with caramelised king prawns, poultry or cheeses. ...

You'll be shocked to know that this single-vineyard Chardonnay is totally unoaked. Why? Well, the deep roundness of the supple peach, pear & hazelnut flavours, all tickled by a whisper of butter, are so decadent you'd swear it had seen some! ...

This is a sparkling version of Montanas celebrated Sauvignon Blanc, made from grapes sourced from both the northern & southern parts of the Wairau Valley. A small percentage of Pinot Gris adds a balance & roundness of texture. Displays all the tropical melon, pineapple & grapefruit-like aromatic hallmarks of classic Marlborough Sauvignon, with a delicate but invigorating sparkle, & a refreshing dryness. Serve as an alternative party fizz, or alongside fresh seafood appetizers. ...

Produced exclusively from carefully selected plots of the Ravasqueira vineyard, only the best grapes were chosen for this wine. It's a precise blend of Alvarinho & Viognier from a family estate devoted to sustainability & quality. & it’s aged on its lees for six months in French oak to give it a lush complexity. It's rich & textured with mouth-watering ripe citrus flavours & a delicious minerality. Enjoy it with white fish dishes or seared scallops. ...