Hot off the press: Magnums and Tapas
By Amy Swash on 11/11/2014
It appears that the press, like us, are gearing up for the festive season (stand by for our Christmas champagne offers) and Lea & Sandeman have been featured twice last weekend:
Red Wine
Victoria Moore of The Telegraph on Clos Manou and Capbern Gasqueton
By Charles Lea on 10/11/2014
A recent article by Victoria Moore in the Telegraph spoke of the ancient vines belonging to Stéphane Dief of Clos Manou – and pointed to his 2009 CLOS MANOU Médoc as a top value ‘under the radar’ wine.
A chance trip to Castello del Terriccio – An unforgettable wine experience
By Angus Barcroft on 24/10/2014
A chance trip to Castello del Terriccio – An unforgettable wine experience:
Almost three weeks ago now I was summoned into the cellar of the Fulham Road office for a quick chat with David….
Last parcel: Just 1 cases left of 2012 BOURGOGNE ROUGE – Domaine Henri Boillot
By Ed H-B on 13/10/2014
We’ve just 2 cases left of this lovely wine from one of the top wine producers of the Côte de Beaune. If you are perhaps new to Burgundy wines this is a great opportunity to taste fine, if not overly complex red Burgundy for a reasonable price. For seasoned Burgundy fans you must also take a look at the Domaine’s full wine list (see below).
Last Parcel: Only 8 cases of this very drinkable claret – 2007 Parde de Haut Bailly
By Ed H-B on 03/10/2014
Supple, but with generous red fruit defined by silky tannins, this elegant claret would be ideal with a piece of roast top-side beef, possibly lamb, or just to drink on its own. Excellent value.
The brilliant 2007 BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO Riserva Fuligni
By Ed H-B on 25/09/2014
Simply put, this is one of the finest Tuscan wines you are likely to taste. A sublime blend of terroir, climate, and technical skill, Roberto Fuligni reaches the pinnacle in Brunello di Montalcino wine making.
Wine of the week: 2009 CHÂTEAU D’AURILHAC Cru Bourgeois Médoc
By Ed H-B on 23/09/2014
‘Deep dark colour, an obviously ripe Cabernet nose, as one might expect of a 2009, with some oakiness. Fleshy and expansive on the palate, with good volume of ripe dark berry fruit and soft feel of ripe tannins.
Last Parcel: 2010 HAUTES CÔTES DE NUITS Clos des Fervelots Domaine de la Douaix
By Ed H-B on 22/09/2014
Another ‘last parcel’ email – we’ve found in our warehouse just 6 and a half cases of this excellent value burgundy from another of our under the radar producers – Domaine de la Douaix – which are very worthy of a good home:
The ‘perfectly pitched’ 2010 MARSANNAY ‘Montagne’ by Domaine Huguenot
By Ed H-B on 20/09/2014
As featured in The Times today by Jane Macquitty in her article ‘My favourite wines for sensible drinkers’ – this Marsannay from one of our favourite ‘under the radar’ Burgundy producers offers a great opportunity to add something a little more serious to your collection (or your table) at a very reasonable price:
Château Latour Autumn 2014 Release
By Charles Lea on 10/09/2014
The following wines have been released by Château Latour in small volumes. These wines represent the last releases from the property for these wines, and the last chance to buy ex-chateau stock. They come with proof-tags and back labels saying they are the 2014 release.
Solaia 2011 – new release of one of Italy’s ‘first growths’
By Charles Lea on 09/09/2014
The 2011 is a true classic of the style, less tight and a bit more spicy than some vintages on release. Nevertheless slow to open up, it has penetrating concentration in a mid-weight body, a nose which in its tobacco and cedar-box aromas shows a perfect ripeness, but is in no way overbearing.