Bodegas Matarromera are one of the finest producers in Ribera del Duero, having 80 hectares of vineyards on some of the best slopes, around Olivares & Valbuena del Duero. This wine has been matured for 12 months in oak & 12 months in bottle before release. Bright cherry with violet glints, it has a complex nose of strawberry & fig, accented with notes of roasted coffee bean, vanilla & light toast. Smooth, spicy & harmonious on the palate. Enjoy with a tender braised shoulder of lamb. ...

This Syrah has its origin in three districts located in the Rosario area. The vineyards are largely flat with a northern exposure & a deep, colluvial granite soil. The final wine is aged in French oak for 12 months before bottling. A nose with distinct tones of black pepper, autumnal fruits & violets. The complex palate shows notes of chocolate, leather & rich cassis. Well structured tannins & an extensive finish. A wine that definitely needs decanting & partnering with foods such as veal, lamb or strong, mature cheese. ...

Matsu translates from Japanese as ‘to wait’. It perfectly captures the patient philosophy of the winery & their Toro vineyards. Here, mature vines nourish the tastiest grapes, creating wines with diverse flavour profiles. & you’ll taste the benefits of old vines, which nourish the tastiest grapes, in each sip. ...

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Matua was started by brothers Bill & Ross Spence in 1974. Beginning as a very small shed-based operation near Auckl&, they branched out into Marlborough & other regions, & have become one of New Zealand's most renowned international wine brands. An elegantly structured yet satisfyingly concentrated Pinot Noir, full of ripe redcurrant fruit, delivered with juicy, lipsmacking acidity & subtle hints of wild thyme. Enjoy on its own or with food. Best served with lamb steaks or pork chops. ...

Based in the heart of the Marne Valley near Epernay, the epicentre of Champagne, the Maurice Delabaye winery has over ten hectares of vineyards spread over ten renowned communes. For five generations, this family-owned Champagne house has been dedicated to producing Champagne that showcases the best of the historic region. Down in their deep cellars, the wine is aged in bottle before release, producing complex flavours & texture. It’s fresh & citrusy with notes of candied fruits, ripe lemon & sugar apple, with velvety bubbles. The ideal wine to impress as your next apéritif. ...

Winemaking has been in the Roger family for generations – as far back as the 17th century. Based in Bué, one of Sancerre’s most renowned villages, they’re dedicated to crafting wines that fully express the unique terroir of the region. This is made with Pinot Noir grapes from the estate’s sustainably managed vineyards. The vines are especially old, producing smaller yields of grapes, but with superbly concentrated flavours. & this translates to an incredibly complex, vibrant wine. Expect notes of sour cherry, blackcurrant & blackberry with hints of spice. Pair its pronounced flavours & smooth tannins with game meats like rabbit, or with full-flavoured cheeses. ...

James Suckling called this 2015 vintage "a wonderful, linear & bright white" when he gave it 94 points. Decanter gave it the same score. Grown at lofty heights, the Mayacamas Chardonnay bursts with roasted cashews & hazelnuts, waxy lemon & lime zest. The finish is clean & long. ...

The Mayacama Winery was established in 1889. It’s recognised as so much more than one of Napa’s greats – with critic reviews & a devoted following that champions it as a world great. Alongside their use of Burgundian winemaking techniques is their commitment, made in 2013, to convert their vineyards to entirely organic. It’s a process that allows the true beauty of the region to sing through the grapes. The results are worth the trouble. & the 2017 vintage certainly lives up to this with its elegant freshness, textured sip & charming layers of honeysuckle & ripe fruit. It’ll be fantastic with a creamy sage gnocchi dish. ...

Mayfield Gin owes much of its delicous flavour to Sussex Hops. The variety was originally discovered growing wild in a Sussex hedgerow before hop farmer Andrew Hoad cultivated the hardy hop. Using juniper, orange, lemon, coriander, orris, angelica & liquorice this is a delicous peppery gin with a spicy finish. ...