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A good sparkle with a golden colour and gentle bubble. Left on its lees to give it extra character and complexity it is medium bodied with fine acidity and fruit. Great value. [read on...]

£7.65

Classic Blanquette de Limoux made up of 90% Mauzac, a grape variety unique to South West France and essential for the crisp style of this bubbly, 5% Chenin Blanc and 5% Chardonnay. The grapes are harvested manually on a selective basis to ensure maximum quality. The first fermentation in tanks is at a cool 18degC to ensure the delicious fruit. Then a secondary fermentation takes place in bottle to create fine bubbles, after which the bottles are stored on wooden slats. Three months before selling the dead yeast and sediment is disgorged, the whole process being exactly the same as for putting the bubbles in Champagne. The resultant methode champenoise sparkler is pale yellow in colour with fine bubbles. The nose is subtle with notes of ripe fruits, lime blossom and verbena. The palate is very aromatic, finely balanced with hints of cherries. A great alternative to Champagne at a much friendlier price. [read on...]

£9.85

Alc 12. 5% If you want a thoroughly drinkable bright soft fruity glass of fizz, look no further than this. Dry, crisp Sauvignon Blanc character with good youthful fruit on the nose. Pears, melon, tropical fruit, green apples bound by a touch of citrus in the flavour makes this a thoroughly enjoyable glass of bubbly at a really attractive price. Awarded 'Best Value 2011' by Wine Magazine. [read on...]

£6.50

An unusual sparkling red from the Loire with just a hint of sweetness to add to its already fruity supple flavour. Great as an aperitif and with most turkey and red meats. Serve lightly chilled. [read on...]

£8.70

This is the maiden vintage of the long awaited Cederberg Blanc de Blancs MCC made by the traditional French champagne method. The wine was partially fermented in top quality selected French oak casks, finishing the first fermentation in steel tanks. The still wine was bottled, adding a mesured 'dosage' of sugar to ferment in bottle to create fine bubbles. The wine is then left in the bottle on the lees for 4 yrs. This brings to the fore a yeasty, biscuit like aroma supported by fresh hints of citrus. These citrus aromas, in particular zesty lime, are derived from using 100% Chardonnay. There is a captivating creamy sensation on the palate and endless ribbons of perfect bubbles in the glass. [read on...]

£29.20

Made upo of 60% Chardonnay, 30% Chenin Blanc and 10% Pinot Noir grown on the favourable Coteaux de Villelongue. Pale with a delicate mousse it has a serious intense bouquet of white flowers, fruit jam, citrus and honey which follow on to the palate which is rich and complex with a rare harmony. Mautre and delicious. Ideal as an aperitif or with noble fish. Awarded 3*** in Hachette. [read on...]

£9.85

Pale colour dry sparkling with a fine 'mousse' made Methode Traditionelle. Open fruity nose of white fleshed fruits, white peaches and pears are pronounced and brioche. Lovely volume in the mouth, fresh and aromatic. [read on...]

£10.70

Organically produced from a blend of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Pinot Noir The grapes are hand harvested then gently pressed using only the finest 'first run' juice. The rose is fermented in bottle using the Champagne method but left to mature sur latte for 12 months before being disgorged. Eye catching pale salmon pink rose colour and a mouthwateringly fruity rose petal bouquet with a hint of soft red fruits which follow on to the palate. Fine delicate mousse with a delicious crispness showing plenty of fruit on the farewell. Methode Traditionelle. Alc. 12% [read on...]

£11.00

This is the "Dom Perignon" of the George Gardet range of champagnes. Made From Premier Crû and Grand Crû grapes it is aged for 5 years before being released. It has a pale colour and fine delicate bubble. A very fine champagne for the connoisseur at an attractive price. [read on...]

£40.10