We proudly represent one of France’s newest appellations, showcasing a French red that exemplifies sophisticated quality and exceptional value.
The Pic Saint-Loup was elevated to AOC status in 2016 in recognition of the region’s consistently outstanding wines. Named after the peak which bears the same name, the waters here are pristine, and the south-facing vineyards embrace the cool breezes of the Mediterranean.
La Closiere is an 80/20 split of the region’s iconic Syrah and Grenache. Small barrels are used for the Syrah (half of them new), while the Grenache is left to its own devices in larger 2,000L foudres. At 15% alcohol level, this is a hefty beast of a red but retains a beautiful elegance thanks to exquisite craftsmanship.
Château Lavabre La Closerie 2018 has been racking up some excellent scores from the world’s top wine critics…
“… a blockbuster bouquet of black fruits, camphor, graphite, ground pepper, and cured meats. With a touch more finesse and focus compared to the appellation release, it's full-bodied and has a beautifully balanced, concentrated, elegant mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish…”
“Blueberries, blackberries and licorice notes mark the nose, supported by hints of crushed stone and spicy oak. It's full-bodied and ripe but still balanced, with a more streamlined feel than the other Lavabre reds, along with silky tannins and a long, licorice-laden finish.”
“Opulent! Incredibly concentrated… Lots of sweetness but at the same time it isn't sweet. Fig molasses. Coal dust. Graphite. Caraway. Lots of texture on those tannins… Huge power and broad, glossy, muscled shoulders. Nothing understated about this wine."
He makes wines with “abundant personality” (Italian Wine Guide Gambero Rosso) that capture the beauty and romance of this famous destination.
Paolo’s estate is situated in the Rufina sub-zone, which Wine Enthusiast describes as “one of the most quality driven zones” and Hugh Johnson as “the most distinctive, making some particularly elegant wines...” High on a hill overlooking the Argomenna valley, Paolo’s land is a prime spot for Sangiovese, placed on a par with Chianti Classico since the 18th century.
Indeed, Paolo has a trophy cabinet packed full of awards for his lavish Tuscan reds, including “outstanding" Chianti buy of the year from Wine Spectator. One taste of this elegant beauty and you’ll see why. Get ready for everything that’s great about classic Chianti: elegant red fruit flavours with a spicy edge and that lovely high-toned freshness the style is renowned for.
Oltrepo Pavese lies in southwest Lombardy, next to Piedmont. Its wine treasures rarely leave Italian shores, so don’t miss your chance to try this velvety 2013 masterpiece from a 13th century castle, rated an impressive 93pts by James Suckling. Made with 100% Barbera and aged in small oak barrels, it shows wonderful black cherry and plums on a silky, yet firm and bewitchingly long palate.
You will enjoy a mouthwatering selection of silky, elegant, awarded world reds from top regions around the world. Just $106 a bottle – you SAVE $1,140 a case!
You will enjoy a mouthwatering selection of silky, elegant, awarded world reds from top regions around the world. Just $708 for six bottles – 41% OFF!
Gran Reservas are Spain’s most special wines – crafted with painstaking care in only the best vintages and released years later, at their delicious peak.
They must be aged for two years in oak, and then three years in bottle – and they really don’t come into their own until many years after that.
El Bombero has been one of our top selling fan favourites for many years now. Crafted by the legendary Javier Domeque, it’s a big red from Cariñena (not far from Rioja) “home to some of the best value reds in Spain, if not the world” (Decanter). The Gran Reserva is another step up in quality and intensity. And it’s certainly incredible value – especially for you today!
This magnificent red gets its punch from ancient vines, where each grape is a knot of ripe, intense flavour. Mostly Garnacha, with a touch of Tempranillo, it delivers wonderfully evocative flavours of summer berries, plum pudding and spice. And it’s won Gold as well! Now 8 years old, this velvety red is drinking beautifully now. Make sure you secure your case today!
We are sad to say that after nearly half a century of winemaking, Javier Domeque is retiring. This is his farewell (‘despedida’) gift – a super cuvée featuring the very best fruit from pockets across Cariñena. This powerfully concentrated rich red is the ultimate in velvet smoothness, deep raspberry fruit and spice. You may never have the opportunity to try it again, so don’t miss out!
From France, indulge in a lavish Gold-medal Bordeaux alongside a silky, spicy Côtes-du-Rhône from a top Châteauneuf winemaker and an estate blessed by the Pope. Two Sicilian stars (a sultry twice Gold-winning Nero d’Avola and an exciting 94pt Frappato) fly the quality flag for Italy and you’ve a lavishly aged Gold-medal Gran Reserva from Valdepeñas in Spain – Tempranillo-lovers, this is for you! Last, savour Portugal’s mighty 92pt Vinha do Fava Reserva 2022 from the esteemed Casa Ermelinda Freitas, a triple treat of Castelão, Touriga Nacional and Alicante Bouschet in one magnificent bottle.
From France, indulge in a lavish Gold-medal Bordeaux alongside a silky, spicy Côtes-du-Rhône from a top Châteauneuf winemaker and an estate blessed by the Pope. Two Sicilian stars (a sultry twice Gold-winning Nero d’Avola and an exciting 94pt Frappato) fly the quality flag for Italy and you’ve a lavishly aged Gold-medal Gran Reserva from Valdepeñas in Spain – Tempranillo-lovers, this is for you! Last, savour Portugal’s mighty 92pt Vinha do Fava Reserva 2022 from the esteemed Casa Ermelinda Freitas, a triple treat of Castelão, Touriga Nacional and Alicante Bouschet in one magnificent bottle.
