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2018 Tokar Estate, Pinot Noir
Regular price £30.50 Save £-30.50ABOUT THE WINE
Since 1995, when Mr. and Mrs. Tokar stumbled across the location that would become the estate, their small boutique winery has been a pioneer of the Yarra Valley ‘Golden Mile’ of high-quality, family-owned producers. The small boutique estate practices sustainable farming on a beautiful vineyard which was originally intended to be little more than a hobby! Now, with the second generation working alongside them, the Tokar’s attention on detail both in the vineyards and in the cellar is showing results, with numerous inter-national accolades and awards.
TASTING NOTES
Bright red core with a light crimson hue. Fragrant ripe red cherry and strawberry aromas stream out of the glass followed by a mix of dried herbs, forest floor and light spicy cedar. Delicious ripe cherry and strawberry flavours have a juicy supple feel and savoury edge. Nice bright finish with velvet like tannins and a moreish ripe red berry aftertaste.
FOOD PAIRING
An excellent accompaniment to a roast duck dish, complementing the natural fattiness of the duck. Also great with hard cheeses, such as Manchego and Comte.
Sanchez Romate Hermanos, Don Jose Oloroso
Regular price £30.80 Save £-30.80At the end of the 18th century, the busy streets of Jerez de la Frontera were proof of the bustling activity in the city, which was thriving thanks to the exports of its renowned wines.Juan Sanchez de la Torre established the foundations of the firm Sanchez Romate Hermanos, one of the few remaining wineries in the Jerez Designation of Origin which is still in the hands of local owners.Today, the wines and brandies of Sanchez Romate maintain their international spirit, with a firm commitment to expansion across the rest of the world.
TASTING NOTES
Mahogany, old gold, bright, intense colour. On the nose is round, deep, with classical nuances of old oak and a nutty finish Smooth, permanent and full bodied on the palate, with hints of oak and nuts.
FOOD PAIRING
A top pick for lamb burgers, aged cheese, and pork chops.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
Sherry is a good alternative to wine if you like bigger bolder flavours.
2019 Domaine de la Croix Belle, Cuvee N.7 Red
Regular price £30.80 Save £-30.80ABOUT THE WINE
In 1977, Jacques and Francoise Boyer embarked on a journey to create a top-quality wine estate on the slopes of the Cevennes, just north of Beziers in Languedoc. They replanted existing vineyards and extensively modernized the cellar. Today, their 110-hectare estate boasts 16 different grape varieties, producing a diverse range of wines that offer exceptional value at all quality levels.
TASTING NOTES
Aged for one year in oak barrels, this enchanting southern French blend captivates with its opulent black fruit aromas, including blackberry, prunes, and dark mulberry. Subtle hints of black pepper, earthiness, and espresso intermingle with rich undertones of mocha. The palate is sumptuous and velvety smooth, with a delicate wisp of smoke lingering on the finish.
FOOD PAIRING
This wine pairs beautifully with hearty, robust dishes. Consider serving it alongside roast wild boar with a red wine reduction, venison braised in stout with root vegetables, or a game meat pie topped with golden puff pastry.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
The unique terroir of this region is defined by its winds. The Mistral, Tramontane, and Narbonnaise winds shape the vines, cooling and cleansing the grapes while creating essential diurnal shifts between daytime and night-time temperatures. These conditions contribute to the creation of balanced, expressive wines that truly reflect their origin.
2022 Domaine de la Croix Belle, Cuvee N.7 Rose
Regular price £30.80 Save £-30.80In 1977 Jacques and Françoise Boyer began their project to build a top-quality wine estate on the slopes of the Cévennes, just north of Béziers in Languedoc. Existing vineyards were replanted, and the cellar underwent extensive modernisation. 110 hectares of vines planted with 16 different varieties produce a diverse range of wines offering excellent value for money at all quality levels.
TASTING NOTES
Exotic white-fruit, grapefruit and peach aromas; very delicate. Bright and refreshing on the palate, yet with an ethereal weight that is the hallmark of fine rosé made in the Provençal style. Exceptional quality.
FOOD PAIRING
An excellent aperitif, but also a good pairing for seafood dishes like paella.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
Wind is a defining characteristic of this region; the Mistral, Tramontane and Narbonnaise winds shape the vines, cooling and cleaning the grapes and creating the diurnal shifts between daytime and night-time temperatures essential for the creation of balanced, expressive wines.
2020 Domaine Bonnardot, Hautes Cotes de Nuits Clos des Oiseaux blanc
Regular price £31.00 Save £-31.00Domaine Bonnardot is a family-owned vineyard with three generations of experience in soil working and a passion for producing high-quality wine while respecting the terroir and nature. They completed their conversion to organic farming in 2021 after three years of testing, and continue to experiment with sowing, tillage, and the use of herbal teas and essential oils. They also prioritize promoting biodiversity by maintaining dry-stone walls, hedges, woods, and bee hives.
TASTING NOTES
Made from 100% Chardonnay grape variety and comes from Clos des Oiseaux, a monopoly situated on the Coteau des Oiseaux, with vines that are 33 years old. The soils are clay-limestone. The wine greets you with a rich, complex, and subtle nose of white flowers and white fruit, with lightly woody hints. The palate is very round, flowery, and slightly woody. It is complex with a powerful presence and a refreshingly salty finish.
FOOD PAIRING
This wine is an ideal match with scallops or bass or even sushi makis. It will also be a perfect companion to a blanquette (veal stew) or calve sweetbreads. As for cheese, it can be served with Comté, Beaufort, or dry goat cheese.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
The domaine is women-run by the third-generation daughter, Danièle Bonnardot.
2021 Domaine Bonnardot, Hautes Cotes de Nuits Age Mures Rouge
Regular price £31.00 Save £-31.00Domaine Bonnardot is a family-owned vineyard with three generations of experience in soil working and a passion for producing high-quality wine while respecting the terroir and nature. They completed their conversion to organic farming in 2021 after three years of testing, and continue to experiment with sowing, tillage, and the use of herbal teas and essential oils. They also prioritize promoting biodiversity by maintaining dry-stone walls, hedges, woods, and bee hives.
TASTING NOTES
100% Pinot Noir, which is blended from two Hautes Côtes de Nuits parcels which are around fifty years old. The soils in which the grapes are grown are clay-limestone on a shallow earth layer. On the nose, this wine displays a complex aroma of black fruit and rose. The palate confirms the flavours of blackberry jam and blackcurrant. It has a long and peppery finish with supple tannins that are very present.
FOOD PAIRING
An incredible pairing would be with duck, guinea fowl, a joint of pork, salt pork with lentils, or marinated chops. It's also a great accompaniment to Soumaintrain, Morbier, or dairy Saint Nectaire cheese.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
The domaine is women-run by the third-generation daughter, Danièle Bonnardot.
2019 Madame Veuve Point, Rully Rouge
Regular price £31.20 Save £-31.20ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Madame Veuve Point is the unique story of a woman winemaker whose wines won the Grand Prize at the 1904 Saint Louis World Fair, and have continued making excellent Burgundy wines ever since. Now, Géraldine Point is the latest generation of the family to pick up the torch and continue a hundred year old wine making tradition.
Graced by a Château which has been in the same family for six centuries, a church with an elegant steeple, beautiful homes and parks, Rully (pronounced Ruilly) is a very old wine making village. This Pinot Noir extends over the slopes composed of brown or limestone soils with a slight clay texture, yielding wines which compete with the best of the nearby Côte de Beaune wines.
TASTING NOTES
The cherry red appearance with a dark garnet tint gives way to a bouquet of black (cassis, blackberry) and red fruits (cherry), liquorice, lilac and gentian. The freshness is evident and the blended tannins complete a beautiful long-lasting finish.
FOOD PAIRING
Pair this with roast poultry or in a sauce (such as coq au vin), meats such as liver, sweetbreads and kidney, also in a sauce or simply pan-fried. Risottos, pastas with meat sauce and poultry are also excellent choices.
2020 Chateau de Chamirey, Mercurey Red
Regular price £32.50 Save £-32.502021 Jean Pierre et Alexandre Ellevin Chablis 1er Cru 'Vosgros'
Regular price £32.60 Save £-32.60For as far back as they can trace their history, the Ellevin family has always been making wine. In 1975, Jean-Pierre Ellevin and his wife started to develop the family domaine; in 2003, their son Alexandre joined them. The estate covers 16 hectares, planted exclusively with Chardonnay.
TASTING NOTES
This Chablis turns heads with its stunning orchard fruit of pears, apples and the touch of the unusual white nectarine. The freshness of green lemon zest and lemongrass still refreshes the palate, but the weight of the fruit shows the quality of the vineyard of Vosgros. Truly a first growth Chablis.
FOOD PAIRING
Clam linguine and moules mariniere are the ultimate pairings for this rich example.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
Classic Chablis, one for the purists.
2021 Jean Pierre et Alexandre Ellevin Chablis 1er Cru 'Vaucoupin'
Regular price £32.60 Save £-32.60ABOUT THE WINE
For as far back as they can trace their history, the Ellevin family has always been making wine. In 1975, Jean-Pierre Ellevin and his wife started to develop the family domaine; in 2003, their son Alexandre joined them. The estate covers 16 hectares, planted exclusively with Chardonnay.
TASTING NOTES
A radiant golden hue captivates the eye. The nose is alluringly expressive, revealing elegant hints of citrus, sweet pea, and a lively zest. On the palate, indulge in a refined and velvety texture, enhanced by an exceptional yoghurty framework. This wine offers a seamless blend of vibrant minerality and a lingering, graceful finish.
FOOD PAIRING
Unveil the exquisite potential of this Chablis 1er Cru when savoured alongside a delicately poached sea bass, a luxurious lobster risotto, or a vibrant beet and goat cheese salad, each masterfully complementing the wine's tantalizing nuances.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
A delightful 1er Cru, a little softer than the Vosgros from this producer.
2010 Coutet (Barsac)
Regular price £33.40 Save £-33.402014 Chateau Fonplegade, Fleur de Fonplegade
Regular price £33.60 Save £-33.60See more wines from Chateau Fonplegade
ABOUT THE WINE
For centuries, the vine rows of Chateau Fonplegade have been the source for some of Saint-Emilion’s most coveted grapes. Since 2004, new owners from California, Stephen and Denise Adams, have invested time and passion to elevate the wines of Fonplegade to new heights.
TASTING NOTES
Easy-drinking red, dominated by red-berry fruit. Tannins are present yet unthreatening; a very pleasant wine from an excellent vintage for the chateau.
FOOD PAIRING
Roast beef, stews, lamb chops… very flexible, but rich, flavourful dishes are best.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
A reliable wine for dinner parties, guests will not be disappointed.
2012 Chateau Sociando-Mallet
Regular price £33.75 Save £-33.75ABOUT THE WINE
Chateau Sociando-Mallet is located in the commune of Saint-Sevrin-de-Cadourne, in the north of Pauillac. Its 85 hectares of vineyard are very well situated with an amazing view on the Gironde estuary. The estate dates back to 1633 when it belonged to the Sossiando family, of Basque origin. In 1969, after the succession of several owners, including a naval captain by the name of Mallet who added his name to the estate, Jean Gautreau took over the estate which had become extremely neglected, despite its excellent location, and included less than 7 hectares of vines. Through new plantings and purchases, and extensive investment in the winemaking facilities, Jean Gautreau expanded the vineyard-area to 85 hectares, and cemented the reputation of Sociando-Mallet as a superb estate capable of challenging classified growths in terms of consistency and quality.
TASTING NOTES
Deep and dark, with lovely, concentrated flavour. Herb-tinged and peppery, with cassis on the palate and a long, earthy finish. This is a classic; and as such will reward ageing.
FOOD PAIRING
Great with roasted meats and vegetables, creamy dishes.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
Likely best from 2020; although it will reward the impatient if given time in the decanter.
2018 Nittnaus, Blaufrankisch Altenberg Reserve
Regular price £33.80 Save £-33.80Gebrüder Nittnaus winery lies on the eastern shore of Lake Neusiedl in the heart of Gols, at the centre of one of the largest wine-producing communities in Austria. The family has owned vineyards for more than 300 years and has been running their own winery since 1986. They cultivate 57 hectares in Gols, spread out over more than 70 different vineyard parcels. Almost two-thirds of this area is planted with red wine, primarily indigenous varieties. They cultivate their vines in accordance with organic agricultural principles. The latest generation of Nittnauses, Andreas and Hans Michael, is now responsible for running the winery.
TASTING NOTES
Complex, delicate wine, with violet and blackberry fruit mingling with a pinch of tobacco from 12 months in French barriques. Structured tannins, well-integrated flavours ; this is very impressive.
FOOD PAIRING
Wonderfully delicate, yet full of flavour; best with lighter meat dishes and hard cheese.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
Organic viticulture. A superb example of this unusual grape variety.
2018 Ribeauville, Riesling Grand Cru 'Osterberg'
Regular price £33.80 Save £-33.80Created in 1895 by wine-growers from the town of Ribeauvillé, the Cave de Ribeauvillé - the oldest such cooperative in France - is something of a pioneer in Alsace. Its members own portions of some of the finest vineyards in the region, and their plots contribute to their exceptional range of wines. The Grand Cru Osterberg envelopes the northern edge of the village of Ribeauvillé, with south-southeast-facing slopes rising to 350m. Riesling dominates the vineyard, but other noble Alsace grapes (Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer) are also included.
TASTING NOTES
Citrusy nose with notes of white peach and pear evolving towards flinty, gunpowder aromas. Very well balanced with a fresh, lively acidity which brings exceptional length to the wine. Expressive, elegant and complex.
FOOD PAIRING
Seafood; marinated salmon, sushi and scallops. Also excellent with white sauces and pasta.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
The Cave de Ribeauvillé maintains a quality charter with its growers to ensure low yields and hand-picked grapes, giving winemaker Evelyne Dondelinger only the very finest fruit to work with.
2020 Domaine Bonnardot, Cotes de Nuits Villages Rouge
Regular price £34.00 Save £-34.00Domaine Bonnardot is a family-owned vineyard with three generations of experience in soil working and a passion for producing high-quality wine while respecting the terroir and nature. They completed their conversion to organic farming in 2021 after three years of testing, and continue to experiment with sowing, tillage, and the use of herbal teas and essential oils. They also prioritize promoting biodiversity by maintaining dry-stone walls, hedges, woods, and bee hives.
TASTING NOTES
Made from 100% Pinot Noir from four old vines averaging 70 years old over from Comblanchien and Corgoloin. The hard silty limestone soils contribute to the wine's unique flavour profile. On the nose, this wine offers a complex aroma with notes of black fruit and violet, complemented by mushroom undertones. On the palate, the wine delights with the jammy black fruit flavours and violet notes, culminating in a long and powerful peppery finish. The tannins are harmoniously integrated, contributing to the wine's smoothness.
FOOD PAIRING
A heavenly pairing with rib roast, bœuf bourguignon, leg of lamb, terrines and pâtés. It also pairs excellently with a strong cheese such as Epoisses or Munster.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
The domaine is women-run by the third-generation daughter, Danièle Bonnardot.
2019 Madame Veuve Point, Rully Blanc
Regular price £34.20 Save £-34.20ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Madame Veuve Point is the unique story of a woman winemaker whose wines won the Grand Prize at the 1904 Saint Louis World Fair, and have continued making excellent Burgundy wines ever since. Now, Géraldine Point is the latest generation of the family to pick up the torch and continue a hundred year old wine making tradition.
Graced by a château which has been in the same family for six centuries, a church with an elegant steeple, beautiful homes and parks, Rully (pronounced Ruilly) is a very old village. This appellation produces mostly white whines. The white Chardonnay vine is able to express itself perfectly in these climates with rocky limestone and clay soils. The slopes are sheltered by a part of the mountain of la Folie and have an ideal Southeastern exposure. Its high altitude (230 to 300 meters) forces the winemakers to be more patient in awaiting the harvest than in nearby Côte de Beaune.
TASTING NOTES
This Rully Blanc has a golden color with green highlights in the glass. It has a fine nose with notes of “flowering shrubs” such as acacia, hawthorn and honeysuckle along with notes of fruits like lemon and white peaches. It has a fruity palate, with a lively, round flavor which is full-bodied and very slightly woody. In aging, its color will evolve toward buttercup and notes of honey, quince and dried fruit will be revealed.
FOOD PAIRING
With its beautiful fullness in the mouth, this wine is the ideal with tender-fleshed delicacies such as pan-fried river fish, sea fish in a white sauce or warm shellfish. It is an ideal accompaniment to hard cheeses such as Comté, with which it shares its fruitiness. It will elevate poultry in cream sauces. It can also be drunk as an aperitif.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
To really amplify its aromatic elegance, try decanting before serving!
2020 Domaine Fillon, Chablis 1er Cru “Les Beauregards”
Regular price £34.30 Save £-34.30Domaine Fillon & Fils is a family-run business, now run by the fourth generation. Family-owned and run since the early 20th century, the winery focuses on quality by owning its own parcels in prime locations around Chablis. Being a deeply rooted family in the area, they produce a wide range of wines.
TASTING NOTES
Made from 35-year-old vines, grown on Chablis’ quintessential Kimmeridgian soils, this 1er Cru is brilliant value. Made by maturing the wine on its fine lees for several months, this Chablis offers the key freshness one expects from a Chablis, with the fruit ripeness of the 1er Cru sight, and the subtle richness of the lees ageing. Notes of green apple skin, preserved lemon, almond skin, kaffir lime, key lime, candied sour pineapple and yoghurt. A sublime example of an opulent Chablis.
FOOD PAIRING
Seared wild scallops with white wine, raw Atlantic oysters with shallot mignonette and goat's cheese salad with anchovies.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
Domaine Fillon & Fils is so old in Chablis, that they even have some planting of Pinot Noir, which is extremely rare in this part of France.
2018 Domaine de la Croix Belle, Cuvee Cascaillou
Regular price £34.90 Save £-34.90In 1977 Jacques and Francoise Boyer began their project to build a top-quality wine estate on the slopes of the Cevennes, just north of Beziers in Languedoc. Existing vineyards were replanted, and the cellar underwent extensive modernisation. 110 hectares of vines planted with 16 different varieties produce a diverse range of wines offering excellent value for money at all quality levels.
TASTING NOTES
Low-yielding vines produce this estate's top wine; a year in an ovoid tank enhances lees-contact, adding weight and structure to the wine without exposing it to oxidation. Full bodied and expressive, with dark berry fruit, liquorice, spice and violets; and a dusty, silky tannic structure.
FOOD PAIRING
Best with beef or lamb dishes with plenty of heft; game birds would also be a perfect pairing.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
Will develop beautifully in bottle until 2030.
2015 Agriturismo Colognole, Chianti Rufina Riserva del Don
Regular price £72.10 Save £-72.10ABOUT THE WINE
In 1892, Conte Vencesalao Spalletti, Senator to the Kingdom of Italy and owner of a fine agricultural estate in upper Emilia, purchased the Colognole and Lucciano (in Chianti Montalbano) estates. Colognole was initially utilised mainly for lumber production, thanks to its extensive forests, but in 1912, due to the interest shown from the Conte's sons, Giambattista and Cesar, production focused on grapevines and olive trees. This development led, in the 1930s, to the construction of the Cantine Spalletti in the city of Rufina. Production significantly increased both in quantity and quality, and in the 1960s the name Spalletti had become synonymous with high-quality Tuscan wine, particularly for age-worthy reds. In the 1980s, with the addition to the shareholders of a large sparkling-wine producer, the owner gave up both the production cellar and the name Spattelli and concentrated their efforts on the Colognole Estate.
TASTING NOTES
A medium body with a ruby red colour. Cherry fruit on the nose with darker fruit, light spice, black olive and balsamic notes and delicate earthiness on the palate. Extremely smooth, velvety tannins, and perfectly balanced acidity.
FOOD PAIRING
It goes particularly well with traditional Tuscan meat dishes, such as grilled lamb, pork ribs, stew, and antipasti.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
Really impressive, subtle Chianti, the extra time in barrel adds refinement to a supremely enjoyable wine.
2015 Bodegas Torrederos, Ribera del Duero Reserva
Regular price £35.00 Save £-35.00ABOUT THE WINE
Situated in Ribera del Duero - home to one of Spain’s most sought after and applauded wines. Founded in 1999 by Serafin and Jose Mari - Torrederos Winery owns more than 100 hectares of Tempranillo planted vineyards. Vines are situated in a maximum radius of 5 km from the winery, facilitating continual production quality control. You can expect excellent value for these true expressions of Spain's most iconic grape.
TASTE NOTES
Complex and elegant bouquet of spicy aromas with a touch of menthol. Great balance between the oak influence and fresh fruit. Mouth is round and powerful with bold tannins, a long finish and a hint of smoke.
FOOD PAIRING
Roast beef, venison stew and lamb chops! The tannin in the wine will soften with the rich meat flavours for a very enjoyable dinner.
2016 Agriturismo Colognole, Chianti Rufina Riserva del Don
Regular price £35.00 Save £-35.00In 1892, Conte Vencesalao Spalletti, Senator to the Kingdom of Italy and owner of a fine agricultural estate in upper Emilia, purchased the Colognole and Lucciano (in Chianti Montalbano) estates. Colognole was initially utilised mainly for lumber production, thanks to its extensive forests, but in 1912, due to the interest shown from the Conte's sons, Giambattista and Cesar, production focused on grapevines and olive trees. This development led, in the 1930s, to the construction of the Cantine Spalletti in the city of Rufina. Production significantly increased both in quantity and quality, and in the 1960s the name Spalletti had become synonymous with high-quality Tuscan wine, particularly for age-worthy reds. In the 1980s, with the addition to the shareholders of a large sparkling-wine producer, the owner gave up both the production cellar and the name Spattelli and concentrated their efforts on the Colognole Estate.
TASTING NOTES
A medium body with a ruby red colour. Cherry fruit on the nose with darker fruit, light spice, black olive and balsamic notes and delicate earthiness on the palate. Extremely smooth, velvety tannins, and perfectly balanced acidity.
FOOD PAIRING
It goes particularly well with traditional Tuscan meat dishes, such as grilled lamb, pork ribs, stew, and antipasti.
FRIARWOOD SAYS
Really impressive, subtle Chianti, the extra time in barrel adds refinement to a supremely enjoyable wine.