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Litmus Wines
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Litmus Wines

The thrill of buying directly from the winery! It’s an experience that combines the excitement of discovery, the joy of connection and the satisfaction of supporting artisanal craftsmanship. Learning about the individual winery story, the passion and the dedication that goes into crafting each bottle and the unique characteristics of their wines. You stumble across hidden gems, limited release wines, experimental blends and special vintages. When you buy wine directly from the winery you’re helping to preserve traditional techniques, promote sustainable practices and ensure the continuation of family-owned wineries. Buying wine directly from the winery, either at cellar door or straight to your front door will leave you feeling inspired, connected and eager to discover more.

Denbies Wine Estate, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6AA
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The Grange The White From White 2018 (6 Bottles) Alresford, Hampshire, England

£258.00
by Wines by Cellars

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Golden yellow in colour, the nose is luxuriously rich and toasty with aromas of baked orchard and citrus fruits, reminiscent of caramelised tarte tatin. The ripe chardonnay from the endless summer of 2018 blends seamlessly with autolytic pastry notes formed over 5 years of lees ageing in bottle. On the palate, the wine is full of ripe citrus fruit with a backbone of crisp, mineral acidity holding everything together.

A slight salinity and pithiness in the mouth makes this wine perfect for enjoying with seafood such as oysters or even good old fish and chips. Drink from now or leave under cork for the next couple of years and let the wine become even toastier and more opulent.

Burn Valley Chardonnay 2022 (6 Bottles) Fakenham, Norfolk, England

£180.00
by Wines by Cellars

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Due to an ideal vintage in 2022, Matt Abbey our winemaker, has produced our first still Chardonnay; with pleasing results. Hand-harvested fruit from our vineyard and fermented in stainless steel. Aged in a combination of new and aged Hungarian oak for six months.

Beautiful aromas of honeysuckle, vanilla and tropical fruits leading to a soft, buttery palate with stone fruits and a soft textured finish. Eleven barrels have been produced and one to enjoy for years to come. Perfect with richer foods. 13.5%

Astley Bacchus (6 Bottles) Stourport-on-Severn, Worcestershire, England

£139.00
by Wines by Cellars

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A textbook English white wine with flavours of green apple and ripe citrus. Drink as a crisp aperitif, or pair with light dishes and starters.

Made of: 94% Bacchus, 6% Sauvignon Blanc

Tastes of: Sweet green apple, Mint, Fresh pear & Lime

Sweetness: Dry

Acidity: Medium + / High

There are many styles of English Bacchus. For ours, we try to capture the bright, crisp green fruits of this variety to make it an incredible aperitif. Enjoy this with snacks before dinner, or light dishes & starters like Asparagus, fish and salads. A great alternative to Sauvignon Blanc, and a classic English wine.

Valentin Leflaive CV1830 Blanc de Blancs NV Extra Brut (6 Bottles) Champagne, France

£361.00
by Bancroft Wines

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Launched in 2015, Valentin Leflaive was granted the status of ‘négociant-manipulant’ in 2020 enabling the company to manage the whole production chain including the purchase of grapes. A boutique winery was opened in Oger with a traditional ageing cellar dug deep into the chalk. Chef de Caves Christophe Pitois, who looks after the important relationship with the growers, is assisted by talented enologist Clément Galois. Both are from the Champagne region.

The colour reveals golden yellow reflections and a fine effervescence. The nose is expressive, with notes of ripe fruits such as white peach punctuated by brioche and toasted aromas. The attack is creamy and complex. A beautiful aromatic palate finishes on refreshing lemon and citrus notes.

12.5% ABV.

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