Chardonnay
Chardonnay is one of the world’s best-loved white grapes, famed for its versatility and global reach. Originating in Burgundy, France, it has become the cornerstone of iconic white wines and Champagne, while also thriving in regions from California to Chile, Australia, and increasingly, southern England.
Its character varies widely depending on climate and winemaking style. In cooler regions (like Chablis or English vineyards), Chardonnay is crisp and elegant, with flavours of green apple, citrus, and mineral notes. In warmer climates, it becomes richer, showing ripe peach, melon, or tropical fruit. Oak-aged examples often gain layers of vanilla, butter, and toast, appealing to those who enjoy a rounder, fuller style.
For UK drinkers, Chardonnay is a superbly food-friendly choice. It pairs beautifully with roast chicken, salmon, creamy pasta, seafood, and soft cheeses. Whether you prefer it lean and mineral or lush and oaked, Chardonnay offers a style for every palate.
Joseph Perrier Champagne Cuvée Royale Brut NV (6 Bottles) Champagne, France
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Founded in 1825, Champagne Joseph Perrier has been owned and run by the same family since 1888. The cellars stretch over three kilometres and date back to the Gallo-Roman period. All the wines are made with a keen focus on freshness and purity, a theme which runs right through the range and really shows its worth in the vintage cuvées which show impressive energy and poise and remarkable ageing potential.
A brilliant, light-golden yellow hue with delicate copper highlights, offering an elegant visual allure. On the nose, it opens with a refined and subtle bouquet, revealing layers of apples, pears, and white peaches, gradually giving way to more exotic hints of pineapple. The palate is vibrant yet smooth, striking a harmonious balance between complexity, freshness, and body. Floral notes of white blossoms transition gracefully into ripe vine peaches, leading to a crisp, pleasantly tangy finish that lingers with finesse.
12% ABV, Vegan Friendly.
Shotley Vineyard Sparkling Wine 2023 (6 Bottles) Ipswich, Suffolk, England
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This single vineyard Charmat method wine is made from Chardonnay, Auxerrois, Seyval Blanc and Reichensteiner grapes.
These grape varieties bring together the oldest and newest planting in the vineyard, ranging from vines planted in the mid 90's through to the Chardonnay planted in 2010. Combining French and Germanic grape varieties to deliver a unique blend which delivers a fruit forward style with notes of green apple and stone fruit with a dry and refreshing finish.
