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- Germany
- Pfalz
Hints of elderflower and soft zesty fruits paired with light toastiness form a lovely, soft mousse and refreshing sparkling wine. Read More- Origin
- Germany
- Pfalz
Hints of elderflower and soft zesty fruits paired with light toastiness form a lovely, soft mousse and refreshing sparkling wine. Read More -
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- Germany
- Rheingau
The nose is rich with the natural fruit aromas of peach and apricot. Made in the Spatlese style, the sweetness is balanced in harmony against the stim... Read More- Origin
- Germany
- Rheingau
The nose is rich with the natural fruit aromas of peach and apricot. Made in the Spatlese style, the sweetness is balanced in harmony against the stim... Read More -
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- Italy
- Northern
- Veneto
An intense bouquet of spice and ripe dark fruit leads onto a well-rounded palate with an rich, persistent finish. Read More- Origin
- Italy
- Northern
- Veneto
An intense bouquet of spice and ripe dark fruit leads onto a well-rounded palate with an rich, persistent finish. Read More -
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- USA
- California
This medium-bodied wine offers flavors of juicy blackberry cobbler, dark plum, with a lengthy finish of coconut and vanilla. Read More- Origin
- USA
- California
This medium-bodied wine offers flavors of juicy blackberry cobbler, dark plum, with a lengthy finish of coconut and vanilla. Read More -
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- France
- Burgundy
Fleshy and crunchy on the palate with a red fruit expression that leaves a fresh sensation. The tannins are soft and smooth and the finish long and si... Read More- Origin
- France
- Burgundy
Fleshy and crunchy on the palate with a red fruit expression that leaves a fresh sensation. The tannins are soft and smooth and the finish long and si... Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
Brilliant, pale straw yellow in colour with greenish hues. Fruity, varietal bouquet with a fresh mouthfeel and good balance. Read More- Origin
- Spain
- Rioja
Brilliant, pale straw yellow in colour with greenish hues. Fruity, varietal bouquet with a fresh mouthfeel and good balance. Read More -
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- Austria
- Weinviertel
Dry and zippy with a firm body and surprising richness. Aromas of grapefruit are accompanied by the peppery spice that is typical of the grape. Read More- Origin
- Austria
- Weinviertel
Dry and zippy with a firm body and surprising richness. Aromas of grapefruit are accompanied by the peppery spice that is typical of the grape. Read More -
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- Southern France
A wine which is light in body and has a lower than usual alcohol content. Citrus, gooseberry and apricot on the nose and palate. Crisp and refreshing. Read More- Origin
- Southern France
A wine which is light in body and has a lower than usual alcohol content. Citrus, gooseberry and apricot on the nose and palate. Crisp and refreshing. Read More -
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- Southern France
- Languedoc-Roussillon
A gorgeous full-bodied blend of red grapes commonly grown in the South of France. Ample ripe black fruit aromas are present throughout and are joined ... Read More- Origin
- Southern France
- Languedoc-Roussillon
A gorgeous full-bodied blend of red grapes commonly grown in the South of France. Ample ripe black fruit aromas are present throughout and are joined ... Read More -
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- Lebanon
- Bekaa Valley
Bright ruby red in colour with red fruits, plums, sloes and cherries on the nose and palate. Well-balanced and elegant wine that combines vibrant frui... Read More- Origin
- Lebanon
- Bekaa Valley
Bright ruby red in colour with red fruits, plums, sloes and cherries on the nose and palate. Well-balanced and elegant wine that combines vibrant frui... Read More -
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- France
- Champagne
The Sélection de Parcelles cuvée combines the sensual minerality of the Chardonnay Premier Cru from Villers-Marmery with the elegant power of the Pi... Read More- Origin
- France
- Champagne
The Sélection de Parcelles cuvée combines the sensual minerality of the Chardonnay Premier Cru from Villers-Marmery with the elegant power of the Pi... Read More -
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- France
- Champagne
Vinified as a homage to the exceptional Chardonnays grown on pure chalk from the Montagne de Reims, this single vintage Blanc de Blancs expresses all ... Read More- Origin
- France
- Champagne
Vinified as a homage to the exceptional Chardonnays grown on pure chalk from the Montagne de Reims, this single vintage Blanc de Blancs expresses all ... Read More -
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- France
- Champagne
The perfect expression of the fruity and elegant aromas of Henriet Bazins' Grand Cru plots in Verzenay and Verzy, this blended rosé contains a good p... Read More- Origin
- France
- Champagne
The perfect expression of the fruity and elegant aromas of Henriet Bazins' Grand Cru plots in Verzenay and Verzy, this blended rosé contains a good p... Read More -
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- France
- Beaujolais
Arrayed in a gorgeous cherry-like hue, this Morgon is dominated by aromas of black fruit, including blackberries and blackcurrants, gently topped with... Read More- Origin
- France
- Beaujolais
Arrayed in a gorgeous cherry-like hue, this Morgon is dominated by aromas of black fruit, including blackberries and blackcurrants, gently topped with... Read More -
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- Argentina
- Mendoza
A nicely balanced wine with stunning richness and depth of flavour. Creamy notes of honey and soft herbal hints with a persistent long finish. Read More- Origin
- Argentina
- Mendoza
A nicely balanced wine with stunning richness and depth of flavour. Creamy notes of honey and soft herbal hints with a persistent long finish. Read More -
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- Spain
- La Mancha
A soft and delicate red wine with notes of raspberry jam and dark red fruit with a mild hint of spice and a long finish. Read More- Origin
- Spain
- La Mancha
A soft and delicate red wine with notes of raspberry jam and dark red fruit with a mild hint of spice and a long finish. Read More -
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- France
- Loire Valley
Elegant, fruity and aromatic, round in the mouth while remaining fresh. A superb aperitif or a great match with fresh seafood. Read More- Origin
- France
- Loire Valley
Elegant, fruity and aromatic, round in the mouth while remaining fresh. A superb aperitif or a great match with fresh seafood. Read More -
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- Italy
- Veneto
A cracking white wine full of grace and elegance. Soft tropical aromas with notes of vibrant peach and apple juice. Ends with notes of pineapple and l... Read More- Origin
- Italy
- Veneto
A cracking white wine full of grace and elegance. Soft tropical aromas with notes of vibrant peach and apple juice. Ends with notes of pineapple and l... Read More -
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- New Zealand
- Marlborough
Concentrated blackcurrant-filled nose with sweet raspberry lemonade aromatics. The palate is full and generous with juicy berry fruits and tingling, s... Read More- Origin
- New Zealand
- Marlborough
Concentrated blackcurrant-filled nose with sweet raspberry lemonade aromatics. The palate is full and generous with juicy berry fruits and tingling, s... Read More -
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- Bulgaria
- Danube Plain
This Pinot Noir has a red core vibrant in colour. Packed full of soft, juicy red fruit. Savoury on its long, velvet like finish. Read More- Origin
- Bulgaria
- Danube Plain
This Pinot Noir has a red core vibrant in colour. Packed full of soft, juicy red fruit. Savoury on its long, velvet like finish. Read More
Our philosophy is simple. The winemaker knows their wine better than anyone, they know how the wine will evolve in bottle therefore they are best placed to decide what style of clouse is best.
The Purpose of a Closure
A good closure serves two purposes, it keeps liquid in the bottle and oxygen out. In recent years much publicity has been given to the problem of 'corked' wines. The wine industry estimates that as many as 3% to 7% are corked. Most people are not trained to recognise the smell and taste so only a very small fraction of these bad bottles are ever returned to the shop or sent back at a restaurant.
What is a 'Corked' Wine?
A 'Corked' wine is a wine that is contaminated with TCA (2,4,6-Trichloroanisole). TCA contamination usually comes from corks but can also come from barrels, other cooperage or even, apparently, from wood within the cellar including walls or beams. There are other causes of bad bottles of wine, but TCA contamination is the primary fault you will find in otherwise well-stored bottles.
How do I Know if a Wine is Corked?
Even the smallest amount of TCA can ruin a wine and it comes across as 'musty' aromas and flavours. TCA does not pose a health risk (at least in the levels found in wines), it just imparts the aromas and flavours that are objectionable. Wine is not the only product in which you can find TCA, it can also be found in some teas and water.
Combating TCA
A great deal of work continues in the cork industry, as well as at wineries, to develop methods to eliminate corked wine. So far, no completely reliable method has been found which is why some producers are moving to alternative forms of closures. Here we touch on the most common types of closures and explore the pros and cons of each.