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FRANCE
France benefits from a range of locations and climates that are suitable for growing wines, resulting in a diverse range of varieties and styles. Emphasis remains as much on tradition as technology, with particular significance placed on the expression of terroir. The finest wine-producing regions are Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne and Rhône.
Other significant areas include Alsace, Beaujolais, Chablis, Jura, Loire, and south west France. A predominantly red wine-producing country, less than a quarter of all wine consumed in France is white.
The most widely planted variety is Carignan, with other significant red varieties being Grenache, Merlot, Cinsaut and Cabernet Sauvignon. Ugni Blanc dominates the white grape plantings as the main variety used in the production of Cognac. The other principal white varieties are Chardonnay and Sémillon.
Bottle 75cl £9.14
2013 Princesse Viognier, Vignals
Bottle 75cl £9.13
Bottle 37.5cl £9.22
Case of 12 £110.64
2012 Fleurie Les Roches du Vivier, Domaine René Berrod
Bottle 37.5cl £9.22
Bottle 75cl
£18.96
£24.18
Case of 6
£113.78
£145.04
Gratiot-Pillière Rosé, Champagne Gratiot-Pillière
Bottle 75cl £24.17 £18.96
Bottle 75cl £19.00
Case of 6 £114.00
TASTING NOTES
Lemon, apricot and pear are all enlivened by white flowers and a touch of spice on the refined nose of this excellent Pinot Gris. The vines at Dirstelberg are 42 years old and the site is characterised by pink sandstone that delivers an ample character to the wines . Bright and rich in the mouth, with suave flavours of ripe...
more2014 Pinot Gris Dirstelberg, Agathe Bursin
Bottle 75cl £19.00
Bottle 75cl £9.56
Case of 12 £114.58
2015 Marquis de la Prade Merlot, Le Prieuré St Severin
Bottle 75cl £9.55
Bottle 75cl £19.60
Case of 6 £117.60
TASTING NOTES
Vibrant yellow with reflects of pale green. Intensely fresh with fruits and flowers. Fresh, mineral, harmonious and fruity. The finish is long and precise. Freshness and promptness make the elegance of this wine of pleasure to the green apple accents on a very pretty mineral structure.
more2015 Chablis, Domaine Sebastien Dampt
Bottle 75cl £19.60
Case 6 x 75cl £117.60
TASTING NOTES
The village Chablis comes from several parcels all of which add intensity and character to the blend. The 2016 has an aromatic bouquet with a vibrant palate of green apples and mineral citrus fruits underscored by a persistent mineral freshness. Perfect for
drinking from release
2016 Chablis, Domaine Sebastien Dampt
Bottle 75cl £19.60
Bottle 75cl £20.14
TASTING NOTES
This majority Carignan blend is bursting with mixed berries, plums and roasted figs on the nose. Incredibly well balanced, with sweet fruit flavours underpinned by black fruit and refreshing acidity, this is a deliciously complex wine. Liquorice flavours intermingle with notes of strawberry and blackberry compote which dance on the palate. The lengthy finish is characterised by ripe plum flavours...
more2010 Carignan Continué de Nature, Chateau Maris
Bottle 75cl £20.13
Bottle 75cl £20.14
Case of 6 £120.78
2013 Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Zotzenberg, Domaine Boeckel
Bottle 75cl £20.13
