Offering up aromas of crisp stone fruit, tangerine oil, buttered toast, pear, almonds and clear honey, it's medium to full-bodied, ample and seamless, with bright acids and a pillowy, enveloping profile, concluding with a long, saline finish.

The bright golden color is truly festive. The flavors are complex, with notes of honey and sweet fruit that develops in time, revealing the fine flavors of spices and exotic fruits. The sweet taste and velvety notes show deep but delicate oak hues.

The modern day Maison of Veuve Clicquot possesses one of the finest champagne vineyards, both in terms of its size and the quality of its vines. Its 390 hectares are divided between 12 of the 17 Grands Crus, and between 20 of the 44 Premiers Crus that constitute the entire Champagne region. This exceptional heritage was built up over the centuries, founded upon the parcels first established by the founder, and added to by subsequent vineyard directors. In particular, Veuve Clicquot bears the fortuitous territorial mark of Madame Clicquot.

Subtle red fruit aromas, pleasing weight and richness, fresh and quite dry.

Ace of Spades Champagne, also known as Armand de Brignac, is a brand of champagne produced by the Champagne house Cattier in Chigny-les-Roses, France. The champagne is made from a blend of grapes of the Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier varieties, and is known for its rich, full-bodied flavor and elegant packaging. It has aromas and flavors of citrus, brioche, and toasted nuts, and is often enjoyed as an aperitif or paired with rich, flavorful foods.

Ruby red dress with purple highlights. A great intensity nose with aromas of very ripe black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberries) in perfect harmony with discreet toasted and buttery notes. In the mouth, the tasty texture provides immense pleasure and recalls a perfect maturity in an early vintage. A “classic” Médoc style with racy tannins and a structure revealing elegance in attack, smoothness in the middle of the mouth and power at the end of the mouth.

Bright golden appearance shot through with amber highlights. A delightfully refined Rivesaltes with a classy bouquet of soft caramel, stewed apples, pears, nuts and an overriding impression of completeness. Round and elegant on the palate, with a Margaux like understated sophistication. Unmistakeable rancio characters help to place this in a blind tasting, but this is preceeded by impressions of butterscotch, walnut fudge, soft brown sugar and a little treacle. Very gentle on the long length with a pleasing warmth that lingers long after the wine has disappeared.

The Pol Roger Brut Reserve is a quintessential expression of Champagne elegance, blending the traditional grapes of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier with impeccable balance and finesse. This champagne greets the senses with a vibrant bouquet of fresh green apples, pear, and citrus zest, complemented by subtle notes of brioche and fine yeast from its extended aging on lees. The palate is crisp and refreshing, with a fine, persistent mousse that enhances the wine's complexity and depth. Flavors of ripe stone fruits, lemon, and a hint of almond unfold in a harmonious dance, leading to a clean, lingering finish with a delicate mineral undertone. The Pol Roger Brut Reserve's elegance and refined structure make it a versatile choice for celebrations or as an aperitif, and it pairs beautifully with a wide range of dishes, from seafood and light appetizers to poultry and soft cheeses. Its consistency and quality have earned it a place among the most respected non-vintage champagnes in the world.

The essence of Tokaj wine region in one small bottle. This vintage raised excellent quality, concentrated aszú berries. These wine specialties is extremely rare, they can born in very few vintages and only a very small quantity. The number off bottles produced is 599.

With a beautiful dark golden or amber colour, they have scents of hazelnuts, almonds, nut husks, candied citrus fruit and roasted notes. - Red Rivesaltes that is bottled young (75% Grenache Noir) and aged without oxidization for at least 12 months, three of which are in bottles.

The Champagne Armand de Brignac Rose is crafted with Pinot Noir from old vines, planted in the Montagne de Reims, that produce fruit with powerful flavor intensity. The resulting cuvée features bright, fresh layers of red fruits, complemented by hints of baked pastry aromas.

A rosé created by a long, gentle infusion of Pinot noir that extracts its juicy ripeness while preserving its tremendous saline freshness. In this process, some Chardonnay juices are added to the Pinot noir maceration, to ferment together and achieve the perfect integration of the two grape varieties.

In a bottle that is unusual and unique to this producer, this textured Champagne offers hints of tannins as well as spice and crisp apple flavors. The wine is complex, with potential for further bottle age. Roger Voss

The Proposal Hill Cap Classique Brut Rosé, crafted from 100% Pinot Noir vines on the western slope of Tygerberg hill at De Grendel, embodies tradition and innovation. This bone-dry rosé exudes complexity, boasting a weightier palate and fine, persistent mousse. With hints of oyster shell and fresh lavender on the nose, it offers intense strawberry coulis and black cherry flavors, balanced by firm acidity, culminating in an exceptionally long finish. Ideal for summer celebrations and festive occasions, it elevates al fresco meals, picnics, and garden parties. Enjoyable on its own or as a sundowner with company, its fine bubbles and intense flavor awaken the palate for food pairings.

Tasting Notes:

Appereance: Straw yellow with golden highlights with very bright tones.

Nose: Intense and complex. Ripe white fruit: peaches, golden apple, quince. Citrus fruits like lemon peel. Flashes of aromatic herbs and white flowers, such as laurel and lemon peel. The aging notes are endless: crust of puff pastry, brioche, nuts (such as toasted hazelnuts and almonds), English cream, praline, vanilla...

Palate: The entrance is powerful and with enormous nuances. Balance between maturity and freshness. Fine bubble, flux, creamy that gives a feeling of fullness, a caress to the palate. Expressive retronasal way that confirms the memories of fruit and its long aging. Subtle end of mineral memories.

Carte Blanche reflects the traditional style of the fine wines from Champagne of the 19th century. It is a soft and creamy Champagne, releasing a pure fruit that gives it a lovely vibrant character. After a few years ageing in the cellar, it has reached perfect maturity and, thanks to the Louis Roederer art of blending, shows astonishing freshness and subtlety. Aged between 3 and 4 years in their cellars, Carte Blanche expresses itself with a rich, creamy texture that contrasts with its freshness. It unleashes a succession of delectable notes of cooked fruit, baked apple, white flowers, almond and frangipane. This lovely, well-balanced epicurean champagne is an instant hit.

Taittinger Prestige Rosé is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier grapes, with a small proportion of still red wine added to give it its delicate pink color. The wine is aged for three years on its lees to develop its complex aromas and flavors. It offers a nose of red fruit, such as strawberries and raspberries, with notes of brioche and vanilla. On the palate, it is creamy and full-bodied, with a lively acidity and a long, persistent finish. Taittinger Prestige Rosé is a luxurious and elegant champagne that is perfect for special occasions, as well as for pairing with seafood, sushi, or light desserts.

We are delighted to offer Quevedo Wines and Ports - most of their products are exclusive to Vintage Wine and Port. Quevedo is an incredible, innovative producer that is highly regarded amongst port aficionados. Family-owned for over 100 years, the estate is now in the capable hands of Oscar and Claudia, the new generation of wine makers. Together, they have developed and innovated to produce an outstanding portfolio of ports.

This wooden gift pack case from Quevedo Port contains five 50ml bottles of Port:
 Quevedo 10 Year Old White Port
 Quevedo 10 Year Old Tawny Port
 Quevedo 20 year Old Tawny Port
 Quevedo Colheita 2002 Red Port
 Quevedo Colheita 2007 Red Port

Pairs well with: Cheese or delicious desserts

Deeply coloured with garnet highlights. Sun-ripened nose showing a mix of stone fruits, strong spices and smoky notes. The palate is full and chewy with clean aromatics revolving around a menthol core. Sleek, energetic finish for a balanced and very fleshy wine.

A real curiosity. Tokaj in a small bottle. An excellent quality vintage with concentrated aszú berries. These wines are only created in extraordinary vintages and are thus a real rarity, only produced in small amounts, in this case 599 bottles.

This Port Explorer Gift Pack includes the following four bottles Quevedo Port in 375ml form:

1x Quevedo Special Reserve Tawny Port
1x Quevedo 10 Year Tawny White Port
1x Quevedo 2007 Colheita Port
1x Quevedo 2017 Late Bottled Vintage Port

375ml

This Port from mixed varietal vineyards has aged for decades in the Douro Superior. The intriguing green-glinted amber colour and the complex range of flavours both intense and delicate culminate in a long and satisfying finish. The perfect metaphor for the lives and events you want to celebrate with a glass of this Port.

Bright yellow hue with slightly green tints and bubbles that are soft, creamy, fine and delicate. The bouquet is precise and mineral with notes of ripe citrus fruit and white, almost vanilla-like blossoms (pollen) and notes of freshly harvested wheat and almonds. The freshness of the bouquet comes through in the form of minty and iodised aromas (sea spray) which slowly evolve towards warmer notes of smoke, hot butter and toast. The palate is creamy and soft yet concentrated on entry. The wine, underpinned by the delicate bubbles, unfolds majestically. It offers us the sensation of ripe, concentrated juice carried by an incredibly powdery texture with a distinctly saline finish. Oaky and smoky notes continue to draw out the wine, giving it extra length and concentration, an indication of its exceptional cellar-ageing potential. The finish is pure, refreshing and mouthwatering.

Princes Blanc de Blancs NV is a non-vintage wine, meaning it is a blend of different vintages to achieve consistency in style from year to year. It is considered a brut style, which means it is dry with minimal residual sugar, making it a versatile wine that can be enjoyed as an aperitif or paired with a variety of foods.

Red fruits with very fresh red sparkles. Amazing tannin in such a young wine. Intensity and delicacy, endless freshness, silky and alive, full and caressing. Cocoa is seasoned with a delicate black fruit liqueur and notes of pink pepper.

93/100 Wine Enthusiast
"Sealed with string, the traditional 18th-century technique of closing Champagne corks, this rich wine is from three Grand Cru villages in the Côte des Blancs. Richness is offset by intense mineral freshness that lies in the background. This well-balanced wine is ready to drink. Roger Voss"

The Lenoble Les Aventures Blanc de Blancs is a sparkling wine made from 100% Chardonnay grapes grown in the Chouilly Grand Cru subregion of the Champagne wine region in France. It has a pale yellow color with greenish reflections and aromas of citrus, white flowers, and brioche. On the palate, it is dry, crisp, and elegant, with flavors of lemon, apple, and minerality. The wine has a fine and persistent mousse, which contributes to its creamy texture and long finish. The Lenoble Les Aventures Blanc de Blancs is a well-balanced and refined Champagne that showcases the purity and complexity of Chardonnay grapes from the Chouilly Grand Cru terroir. It is an excellent aperitif wine and pairs well with seafood, white meat, and delicate dishes.