New World White Wines
Argentina
Mendoza Pinot Gris 2006
Bodega Lurton, Argentina
A wine of real character, rich in stone fruit, fresh, with delicate raisin notes. Softly fruited, this wine provides deliciously easy drinking.
£17.95
South Africa
Nelson's Creek Sauvignon Blanc 2007
Paarl WO, South Africa
This wine achieved a Veritas Bronze medal . It has a lovely gooseberried, citrus freshness, allied to a refined minerality. Deliciously refreshing.
£16.95
Chardonnay Meerlust 2006
South Africa
The initial aromas are reminiscent of lemons and limes, with hints of creaminess. This develops into a buttery, roasted almond bouquet with hints of nougat, marzipan and honey. The palate is very full, with a rich mouthfeel - yet remains elegant and crisp.
£35.95
Chile
Araucano Chardonnay 2006
Colchagua, Chile
Wine which has had partial malolactic fermentation is blended here with barrel-fermented wine. The result is a clever balance of opulent creamy fruit and fresh citrus.
£18.95
Australia
Chardonnay Unoaked Red Earth 2005
Australia
The Adelaide plains are ideal for growing Chardonnay, the vines ripening early and easily with luscious fruit flavours. This lovely, bright Chardonnay lingers on the palate with fresh tropical fruits, honey, apricot and crisp citrus nuances.
£18.95
Pyramid Hill Semillon 2005
Hunter Valley, Australia
A very attractive blend of stone fruit, citrus and delicate spice on the nose. The palate echoes this and adds some nutty minerality and a creamed texture.
£19.75
New Zealand
Francesca Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2006
Marlborough, New Zealand
Fresh gooseberry and canned pear on the nose are followed by flavours of crisp Granny Smith apple with exotic tropical fruit notes.
£24.50
Crossroads "Destination" Gewurztraminer 2005
Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
Slightly off-dry, with hints of kaffir lime and spice, this floral, elegant wine presents a leesy, rich style – an ideal foil to lightly spiced dishes.
£25.95
Cloudy Bay Sauvingnon Blanc 2006
Marlborough, New Zealand
Pale green and fragrant, with aromas of fresh basil. The intensely flavoured, mouth watering palate displays a delicious combination of herbal and tropical flavours, uplifted by crisp, refreshing acidity.
£45.00
California
Lolonis Private Reserve Chardonnay 2000
Mendocino County, California
Mature Chardonnay at a bargain Price! Opulent, smoky and toasty with honeyed, grilled lemons as a perfect foil to the more exotic fruits in the finish.
£55.00
Sauvignon Blanc Duck Horn Estate 2003
Napa Valley, California
The zesty aroma is ripe with lemon, pineapple and orange peel with contrasting notes of grass and honey. The flavours are intense with apricot, fig, grapefruit and melon, complemented by a hint of toasted oak.
£52.95