Acumen, Mountainside 2021 (Sauvignon Blanc – Sonoma Valley)

THEY SAY: Crafted from organically grown grapes, this tantalizing mountain grown Sauvignon Blanc leaps from the glass with zesty aromas of lemon, grapefruit and citrus blossom, as well as notes of green apple and lychee. On the palate, the flavors are clean and crisp with toned acidity providing a refreshing structural framework

WE SAY: At last, a Californian Sauvignon Blanc that shines! from one of our favorite Napa wineries.

Arrowsmith’s 2022 Ballerina, Rose Wine (Pinot Noir – Santa Maria, California)    

THEY SAY: Made exclusively from Pinot Noir, this rose possesses the gentle perfume and structure for which this wine is renowned. The Santa Maria Valley’s cool breezes and foggy mornings provide the perfect conditions for Pinot Noir to thrive, resulting in wine with the balance, finesse and beauty of a ballet dancer. 

WE SAY: Our second vintage! We are so proud of this, especially as Anna helped design the label. It’s smooth and delicious!

100% Chardonnay from Santa Maria, California.

Broadbent Rainwater Medium-dry Madeira Tinta Negra - Portugal

THEY SAY:  A light, toffee-scented bouquet with hints of crème brûlée. Notes of marzipan, raisin and fresh fig, sweet and spicy on the entry. It is understated at first with smoked walnut, nougat, cumin and Chinese 5-spice and it builds gently towards a harmonious, beautifully balanced finish with traces of red chilies, dried honey and walnuts. 

WE SAY: We holidayed in the island of Madeira where we first tasted the delights of this wine and we highly recommend it. It is different from other sweet wines, it’s warming yet fresh with lots of lovely almonds!

Broadbent White Porto Malvasia Fina, Códega, Rabigato, Gouveio - Portugal  

THEY SAY: Golden color with a very good nose and honey aromas. Palate is sweet and nutty. 

WE SAY: Bring on the white port! The drink that us Brits drank so much of in the 1990’s. If you haven’t 

tried white port, it’s time to!

Collet Premier Cru "Les Florēts" 2020 (Chardonnay - Chablis, France)

THEY SAY: Collet ferments the wine in a combination of 90% cement egg and 10% used barrel, aged for about 12 months. No stirring or lees. It is dynamic and angular, which flirts with scents of wet stone, sea spray and peach skin. On the palate find savory nuances,white flowers, honey and anise.

WE SAY: Alas, the more expensive French is really worth the money, *sighs*

Semillon from Buttonwood Farm Vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley, made by Mary Bradley

Canadian 'Ice' Wine.

This warm climate white wine speaks of the sunlight and warmth of California's Central Coast.  Its bright lychee and tart tropical fruits are balanced by its acidity on the mid-palate, tailed by a lingering apricot finish.  This clean, crisp white wine is aged in stainless steel to showcase the bright fruit and natural acidity of Pinot Grigio. 

Riesling from California.

Sauvignon Blanc from Loire, France.

Paul Lato, 'O Sole Mio 2021 (Sauvignon Blanc – Santa Ynez Valley, California)

THEY SAY: Made from a 100% organic vineyard in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley, [at Two Wolves Vineyard, owned and run by the singer Pink!] this Sauvignon Blanc was whole cluster pressed at 22 brix, then fermented and aged in both concrete and stainless-steel vessels… brilliant ripe flavors balance with crisp acidity.

WE SAY: We recently came across Paul Lato and have found all of his wines to be excellent.

Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand.

Union Sacre 2022 Edelzwicker, Orange Wine (Pinot Gris, Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Sylvaner, Gewürztraminer – Central Coast, California)

THEY SAY: Tangerine, peaches, Asian pear and lilies.

WE SAY: A delightfully smooth and unique blend that has just a detectable touch of Gewürtz, both interesting and delicious!

Vegan Viognier from Eden Valley, Australia.