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Litmus Wines

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Denbies Wine Estate, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6AA
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Astley Old Vine Kerner 2017 (6 Bottles) Stourport-on-Severn, Worcestershire, England

£139.00
by Wines by Cellars

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Kerner (a relative of Riesling) is the pride and joy of Astley Vineyard. As is typical with this variety, this older vintage has suddenly come into its own. An intruiging wine for wine enthusiasts and dinners.

Made of: 100% Kerner

Tastes/Aromas of: Jasmine, White flowers, Aromatic pear, Toasted cashews

Sweetness: Off dry

Acidity: Medium +

This vintage of Kerner has been on an upward trajectory ever since we first tasted it in 2018. Displaying the richer, aromatic, and honestly more intruiging side of Kerner, it has a bouquet of sweet white flowers, aromatic orchard fruits, with a nicely balanced sweetness. Pair with pork & cider casserole, coconut curries, and other aromatic dishes. Made by Three Choirs.

Isabel Estate Pinot Noir 2022 (6 Bottles) Marlborough, New Zealand

£189.00
by Bancroft Wines

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Isabel Estate is one of the original Marlborough vineyards with some of the oldest vines in the region on original rootstock. Throughout the 1980s the couple planted key noble varietals and began to deliver fruit of exceptional quality, in high demand from premium and internationally renowned wine producers. Under the leadership of Chief Winemaker Jeremy McKenzie, the winery continues to build its reputation for award winning Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir but is also producing world class Chardonnay. Recognised and awarded, the estate has won. All fruit is estate grown from the 54 hectares of vines, most of which are now organic.

This Pinot Noir is a mesmerising ruby-red hue sets the stage for an aromatic experience that unfolds with a symphony of wild flowers, fragrant violets, and lively red cherry notes. The palate reveals rich flavours, with the essence of black cherry, and dried herbs weaving together seamlessly. Sinewy tannins, expertly integrated French oak, and a thoughtful blending process result in a wine with a prolonged and seductive finish. While alluring in its youthful vibrancy, the wine possesses the potential to evolve into a hidden gem with age, acquiring additional layers of complexity over time.

13.5% ABV.

Bosue Sparkling White Brut 2022 (6 Bottles) St.Austell, Cornwall, England

£160.00
by Wines by Cellars

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Made from Phoenix, Orion and Johanniter grapes grown at Bosue Vineyard, . Made in our own boutique winery in the classic champagne method and stored on lees for a minimum of twelve months before disgorging by hand. A dry wine retaining a refreshing malic acidity

Giffords Hall Sparkling Brut Reserve NV (6 Bottles) Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England

£165.00
by Wines by Cellars

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One of our best selling sparkling wines, the Brut Reserve NV is a house blend from our barrel aged reserves. It sits on its lees for a minimum of 11 months before its bottled.

Gently refreshing with a lovely mouthfeel, it has a soft fruit character redolent of red apples and subtle spice.

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