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Will keep for a few more years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistant Noises is Tom's (Yabby Lake Winemaker) own winemaking project. The fruit is sourced from Yarra, and the winemaking is as sensitive, precise, assured as befits Tom's name. The real beauty of Distant Noises though? It's the price! Tom has set himself the challenge of making premium Mornington Peninsula wine at a price that you rarely see for wines from this region. Why, in this venal old world, would he do that? Because he wants to. He's achieved pretty much everything else there is to achieve in wine. He's reached the summit several times over. Distant Noises is his chance to do that rare thing of making a cracking wine that is accessible to many, that gives as many people as possible the pleasure of the wines he makes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DISTANT NOISES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37559947329721,"sku":"AYABBYLAKR19B03","price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2466\/1541\/products\/DistantNoisesCabernetSauvignon.jpg?v=1758880668"},{"product_id":"distant-noises-chardonnay-2021","title":"Distant Noises Chardonnay 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis comes from upper Yarra, at 300m, so stylistically this is cool, and tighter, more rather Chablis-like than your typical Australia Chardonnay. It's been fermented in old French oak 500L puncheons (double size barriques). 2021 was a cool, late year, and the wine is more chiselled that many Chardonnay,  but with good juice and with a nice bit of chew on the finish. If you like the Chablis or Montagny - like fresh white Burgundy style - this is like that. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI've been sipping it for 3 nights. It's great for a cool refreshing glass of white. I've had it with bread and feta dip and it's been very good, and then drunk it with roast chicken, and that's also been a good pairing. But with fish, it will really come into its own. Rick Stein 's fish restaurants have just taken it on. It's now day four and nosing it it's got some confit citrus, apple, and just hinting on honeyed almond on the palate, although completely dry. Blind, I think I'd be saying mature, good quality Chablis. This is a seriously good buy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistant Noises is Tom's (Yabby Lake Winemaker) own winemaking project.  The fruit is sourced from Yarra, and the winemaking is as sensitive, precise, assured as befits Tom's name. The real beauty of Distant Noises though? It's the price! 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Don't be fooled by the wine's deep purple colour, it's juicy, fresh, with just a hint of herbs and light tannins. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVigneron Frédéric Julien used to be Vice-President of the Cooperative Cellar of Rasteau and started his own domaine in 2017 in the village of Vaucluse. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate takes its name from a part of the AOC called Gramiller – a terroir of many soils where they have 2.5 ha of vines. With 15 ha of vines spread across five lieu-dits, s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eince his beginnings in vine growing some twenty years ago, Frédéric Julien has always been a big supporter of organic farming and a strong believer in the importance of  farming with nature, rather than against it. Frédéric's wines are very precise, with as little external input as possible: just a minimal dose of SO2 at bottling for the estate’s wines and nothing at all for the Cuvées Natures. 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Winemaker Benoit Aymard said that he wanted Les Polissons to be the kind of malbec you could drink while watching the footy, and he's accomplished it with aplomb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocated in the western corner of Cahors in the village of Lacapelle-Cabanac, third-generation winemaker Benoit Aymard took over the reins of his small and slightly dilapidated family domaine in 2014. He enjoys drinking Gamay and Loire reds, and it's this freshness and drinkability that guides his decisions at harvest and in the cellar. 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Owner and winemaker Riccardo Baldi tends 12 hectares of vines around the town of Staffolo, growing at 400 to 550 meters through all-organic, verging on biodynamic practices. These are primarily clay soils with a high percentage of calcium carbonate, which Baldi translates beautifully into the finished wines. The best part is that no matter how enjoyable these wines are upon release, they get even better with time. There are no slouches in this portfolio.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVigneron Riccardo Baldi is a rising star, according to Decanter magazine. \u003cspan\u003eLocated in the rolling hills of Staffolo in the north of the Marche region, La Staffa is an organic winery in the heart of the Verdicchio dei Castelli de Jesi appellation. 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Green apple, citrus, and white peach on the palate, with a slight spritz, with a lovely apply blossom scent and bruised fresh green herbs on the nose. Don't say we didn't warn you! This is such a versatile and unique wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#Tasting#\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-width middle-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"middle-description__item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing that never fails to make us happy here at Swig, is seeing a vineyard filled with life. And no, we're not talking about the grapes growing on the vines, but the life beneath and around them, wildflowers growing between the rows, and the air buzzing with insects, bees and birds. Say no to monoculture, and yes to nature and organic farming! And that's just what we have at Winery Christoph Bauer, located north of Vienna, in the region of Weinviertel. Gruner Veltliner rules here as king, and Christoph and his wife Heidi are dedicated to producing artisan wines with clear varietal and vintage character, balancing traditions with modern innovations. We're delighted to have them in the Swig family!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BAUER, CHRISTOPH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55044371939714,"sku":"A4146124","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2466\/1541\/files\/BC_Upload_f5520af7-f42c-465b-8569-06d6539bbb46.jpg?v=1742380951"},{"product_id":"grillo-di-meno-terre-siciliane-2024","title":"Grillo Di Meno Sicilia 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e kind of wine I always hope to discover early on in a Mediterranean summer holiday, so that one can stock up and not head back to the wine aisle every day hoping to find something better. It's got that that certain something that adds joy to a lunch, or a conversation, or an evening meal, and just makes you think, yes, this is summer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLast night we drank it as an aperitif and it was excellent with little chunks of salty parmesan cheese and olives. And we then had it with ravioli with ricotta and amalfi lemon butter and asparagus and it was spot on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt would be lovely with summer dishes like goat's cheese, peach, honey and mint crostini, cantaloupe melon and prosciutto, summer prawns, artichokes, heirloom tomatoes, bruschetta with basil, courgette flowers, baked summer vegetables, summer risotto, squid, sea bass, grilled peach and chicken salad, or grilled chicken, and fresh pasta pesto. 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This is pure, low yield Rasteau with bright red fruit, raspberries and juniper, garrigue herbs and a long, hyper-silky finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVigneron Frédéric Julien used to be Vice-President of the Cooperative Cellar of Rasteau and started his own domaine in 2017 in the village of Vaucluse. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate takes its name from a part of the AOC called Gramiller – a terroir of many soils where they have 2.5 ha of vines. With 15 ha of vines spread across five lieu-dits, s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eince his beginnings in vine growing some twenty years ago, Frédéric Julien has always been a big supporter of organic farming and a strong believer in the importance of  farming with nature, rather than against it. 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Chill slightly and enjoy with lunch or as an aperitif. Juicy, pure and absolutely joyous. Very Valpolicella. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSometimes you taste a good wine, decide to buy it – and that’s that. And sometimes, well, sometimes you change flights, rent a car, cancel several meetings, and get lost in the hills of Valpolicella in order to taste some wines that you just have a feeling about. Robin’s instinctive pursuit of Nicola’s wines was an adventure in itself - and one that was entirely worth it. Formerly an assistant to the legendary Valpolicella producer Giusseppe Quintarelli, Nicola Ferrari now makes (far too little of) his own wine from 3ha of organically farmed vines in Fumane. Production is very small, and we often hit the limits of our allocation far earlier than we’d like. Nicola’s Valpols and Amarones remind us of the very great wines of this region’s past. 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So named for its ability to beguile the most patient of winemakers due to its rather fickle nature, it makes a fabulous summery drop or a perfect aperitif. Dainty and pretty: soft, mellow, floral, with a little bitter almond, pithy note – it’s not in-your-face, not shouty, but softly aromatic and with easy grace and approachability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a winery located in the steep hills of Mango in Gramella, the Tintero family has been tending grapevines in the appellations of Moscato d'Asti and Langhe for four generations. While there is a strong traditional focus on high-quality Moscato, la familia Tintero devote a few plots of their sustainably farmed vineyards to other local Piemonte varieties, such as Arneis, Favorita, Dolcetto, Barbera and, of course, Nebbiolo. Produced from sustainably farmed vineyards, Tintero’s varietal still wines – our current favourites beings the white Arneis and red Nebbiolo – offer impeccable value. Approachable, affordable and speaking eloquently of their grape variety and Piedmontese terroir – these are fresh, characterful wines that seem to bring a smile to the face of everyone who tries them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TINTERO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55646190502274,"sku":"A3656124","price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2466\/1541\/files\/peFUGZHCQ1SqZkoFIiohLA_pb_600x600_89c2f6c5-df85-432c-a0e3-84093b2ba1a1.png?v=1778844777"},{"product_id":"olivier-coste-chardonnay-2024","title":"Olivier Coste Chardonnay 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnoaked, but lovely creamy does-everything Chardonnay! Gentle round mouth feel and a brilliant go to Summer pour that is sure to put a smile on everyone's face. 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Elegant, juicy, mineral. Sensational value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe Village Chardonnay is from hand-harvested vines in both Kumeu (42%) and Hawke's Bay (58%) planted between 1989 and 2016.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'If you have never tried these wines, then it is time you see for yourself what New Zealand is capable.' Neal Martin, Vinous. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKumeu River is considered unanimously to be New Zealand's top Chardonnay producer, and having sold their wines on and off for over 15 years, we are over the moon to have secured a parcel of their latest releases. Established in the 1950s just 20kms north of Auckland, for several decades now the Brajkovich family have fashioned Burgundy-inspired wines that rival their finest old world counterparts - silky, complex, tantalising wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KUMEU RIVER","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55652349051266,"sku":"A1716125","price":17.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2466\/1541\/files\/BC_Upload_b8a51f99-7b97-45ef-a0cd-596a914cbede.png?v=1766051718"},{"product_id":"chateau-rocher-gardat-montagne-st-emilion-2022","title":"Chateau Rocher-Gardat Montagne St Emilion 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003cstrong\u003eMy wife says that she thinks the St Emilion is delicious.  Can I order another 12 please?” \u003c\/strong\u003eExactly the feedback we like to hear!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful ripe, blackcurrant, polished fruit, new oak, but not that perceptible, generous but with good balance, a little spice and some tobacco and cedar notes emerging with more time open. Smooth. Very gorgeous mouthful of red wine. It's an amazing buy, as like the Maillet, there is a feel and taste of luxury about it. And I just haven't tasted anything like it from Bordeaux of this kind of right bank Merlot style at this price.  fully expected this to be a £30 bottle and was amazed when I saw the cost. Utter bargain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother great wine from the Moze Berthon family, a family which have been involved in wine in this area of Bordeaux since the 1820s, but around 12 years ago they took the step of hiring the an internationally renowned winemaker and part owner of famous Chateau Angelus. It is having a significant impact on the quality. I gather the locals are abuzz about this modest family producer, who can see that the potential of this terroir is finally being fulfilled, but without the fanfare or prices that come with some of the famous names around here.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Rocher-Gardat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55681508376962,"sku":"A6896122","price":19.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2466\/1541\/files\/BC_Upload_a65eff61-a062-420f-8569-e740407b6c52.jpg?v=1758029593"},{"product_id":"secateurs-chenin-blanc-aa-badenhorst-2025","title":"Secateurs Chenin Blanc AA Badenhorst 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy is this wine so special? Why does it win so much rapturous admiration? Because it \u003c\/span\u003esurprises\u003cspan\u003e people with its quality. You just don't expect to find an organic, old-vine Swartland chenin (yields as low as 4 tons\/hectare - about the same as much premier and grand cru Burgundy), with this much character, texture and interest, at this price level. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe wines spends time on its lees in concrete tanks and old casks, which gives incredible texture and palate weight to the wine.  Flinty, citrus, pear and white stone fruits that will develop with honey and orange blossom with time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe firmly believe that Adi Badenhorst is the most exciting winemaker in South Africa. He is also the most frustrating. His laid back, self-deprecating, playful manner keeps you guessing and makes you wonder whether he has any idea what he is actually doing, whether he just chucks some grapes into a vat and hopes for the best, but we know full well that there is a huge amount of expertise that goes on behind closed doors, when no one is around to witness his skill and diligence ...and spoil his reputation!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BADENHORST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55832506827138,"sku":"A2756125","price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2466\/1541\/files\/BC_Upload_8be0a579-808f-4813-a841-3de5f5b97346.jpg?v=1760689856"},{"product_id":"chateau-valentin-cotes-de-blaye-2019","title":"Chateau Valentin Cotes de Blaye 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Excellent service as ever…and that wine was excellent!\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinner of 'Coup de Coeur' for best wine in its appellation in 2018, we think this 2019 is even better! This has the trademark refreshing character of Bordeaux of yesteryear, with that pencil graphite character, which still gives me a kick every time I nose that classic aroma. Graphite, autumnal fruits, coffee bean, soft, subtle leather, and typical lovely Bordeaux gravelly character, with tissue fine tannins, while retaining a warmth and generosity. It's got the aromas and some of the flavours of the Medoc, but with the charm of the right bank.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan face=\"arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e#Tasting#\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan face=\"arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003eWinner of 'Coup de Coeur' for best wine in its appellation - in Guides des Vin de France. Based across the river from St Julien and Margaux, in the Cotes de Blaye. Bordeaux is blessed with small producers who are below the radar. The best thing is they are great value. But there are plenty that don't make the grade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VALENTIN, CH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55986531008898,"sku":"A5510119","price":17.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2466\/1541\/files\/BC_Upload_1d14edd2-bcdd-4cd9-97aa-9649ec83f5db.png?v=1763567364"},{"product_id":"soli-pinot-noir-miroglio-2022","title":"Soli Pinot Noir, Miroglio 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eSo interesting and nuanced for a Pinot Noir of this price. Cherry and sour raspberry. Finesse. No hint of oak.  Quite fruity on the palate. The tannins are soft and with a fine backbone of acidity too. It's a thrill to find Pinot of this quality at this price. Lovely with pasta, risotto, mushrooms, fish and very good with white meat. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#Tasting#\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine lover Edoardo searched high and low to find the perfect spot to grow Pinot Noir in Bulgaria. The piece of land he chose is on the eastern side of the Thracian Valley, with the Saint Ilia hills shade the area from the freezing Baltic winds while a natural lake nearby regulates the temperature. But Miroglio is no fool, he has had extensive tests and research done just to confirm his theories. He purchased the land in 1998 and by 2004 they had produced their first vintage. 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Drink now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmid the Prosecco smile-inducing ocean of frizzante and spumante being churned out to meet the fizz-drinking public’s insatiable demand, Proseccos of distinction are not easy to come by. How does a producer distinguish himself from the crowd? 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This would be a super all-rounder with fish I think. Sitting at just 11.5% abv is also nice and you can feel that freshness in the glass. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of La Terre des Tilles is an exciting one. A short one, too! Founded in just 2022, Alcide Perrin is the bright eyed chap looking to transform a region once huge in Burgundian wine production (since the Romans) that never really recovered from Phylloxera. Alcide wants to bring winemaking back to this area, and established his Domaine here to start the revolution. He planted his first vines just this year (a tiny 0.25ha plot to begin, with plans to reach 3ha).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo since the Domaine's founding and for the next few years, he is bringing fruit in from growers he likes and knows, who farm the way he does, organically and biodynamically. 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While the Pinotage swoops in and provides a calming weighted blanket for those grippy tannins, this allowing the wine to be fuller bodied but yet very easy to drink... a little winner!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#Tasting#\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s not every day you stumble upon a red wine this good and this affordable. South Africa’s really outdone itself here. Easy going yet impressive, this gem slips seamlessly into any moment, whether you’re unwinding on a Sunday, jazzing up a midweek microwave marvel, or pouring generously for friends over picky bits and laughter. 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It balances steely notes and racy acidity with gently creaminess and a little tropical bold fruit on the mid-palate, as well as green melon, along with a fine, mineral backbone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#Tasting#\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat Mauperthuis now farms organically was one of the main reasons we took an interest in the domaine in the first place. In a rarefied place like Burgundy, it really helps to separate the wheat from the chaff, so to speak. Soils that are chemically sprayed to get rid of weeds and pests tend to kill the microbial life in the soils. Then you have to pump chemical fertiliser in to counter the damage and end up with artificially high yields. The only people winning are the chemical manufacturers. With organic farming there are no short cuts. You have to look after your vines very carefully and work hard to keep them healthy in order to get a decent crop. 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