Bodega Conde de Hervias, Rioja Alta
In the great wine growing areas of the world there are wines from small Domaines, handcrafted by passionate winemakers and made in tiny quantities and then wines produced on an almost industrial scale by merchants who more often than not are buying in their grapes.
The Conde de Hervias domaine falls firmly into the former category—owned by the Count Iñigo Manso de Zuniga whose family have lived in the ‘Tower’ since 1260 AD ’we have never been able to afford to move’ says Iñigo...
The wines are superb examples of what great Rioja should taste like, from the basic Rioja to the stunning Conde de Hervias which puts many classed growth Bordeaux firmly in their place. Iñigo's oldest vineyards are pre-phylloxera—as being on sandy sandy soil they avoided the vine killing bug of the 1890's that ravaged Europe.
We are delighted to be offering these wines for the first time in Britain and Ireland...they are very special and to be savoured...
Mencos Tempranillo 2010 An exceptional fruit driven Tempranillo with dark, luscious fruit that is drinking perfectly now... a very high quality well-made wine for the first rung of the ladder.
75cl Bottles, Case of 12: £119.40
75cl Bottle £9.95
Torre del Conde de Hervias 2009
A very serious wine made in tiny quantities from the heart of Iñigo's vineyards. Rich, black, spicy, complex and concentrated—Grand Cru Classé standard if not better. Aged in new oak barrels and wine that will last for 20 years.
75cl Bottles, Case of 6: £143.70
75cl Bottle: £23.95
Conde de Hervias 2004
Produced mainly from pre-phylloxera vines that yield miniscule quantities this is Indigo's heart and soul. A wine for the very serious only. Aged in new French oak this is a 1st growth quality wine—good for 30-40 years. We should all own a few bottles. Remarkable value for what it is. Exquisite.
75cl Bottles, Case of 6: £227.70
75cl Bottle: £37.95
Left Bank Wines
Château Potensac, MÉdoc 2009
Potensac has always been one of our favorite good value Médocs—in 2009 the time is 'as good as it gets' and is brilliant value for money.
Robert Parker, 89-91: "A sleep of a vintage, the 2009 is probably the finest Potensac ever made, eclipsing even the stunning 1982. This blend, dominated by both Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, hit 13.9% alcohol, but pH is a normal 3.38. Dense, rich, and full-bodied with lots of freshness, the wine reveals abundant red and black current fruit, a distinctive minerality, and a plush, full-bodied mouth feel. It should drink well for 10-15 years."
75cl Bottles, Case of 12: £287.40
75cl Bottle: £23.95
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Hospices de Beaune
Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru Cuvée Jehan de Massol, 2008
A small parcel of exquisite Volnay 1er Cru from the Hospices de Beaune - it is everything a really top Volnay should be - it is ripe and rich with a touch of feminity and is drinking gloriously now. There is nowhere else in the world that can produce Pinot Noir like this. A beautiful bottle of wine that is drinking to perfection
75cl Bottles, Case of 6: £227.70
2010 Domaine Burgundies
Morey-Coffinet Chassagne-Montrachet Vieilles Vignes 2010
One of the younger Domaines in Chassagne-Montrachet, Morey-Coffinet is now run by Michel Morey and his son Thibault. The wines are vibrant, exciting and modern tasting. Thibault explained that the wines are made to represent the terroir and to be drunk young, when fresh. They do however have potential to age. Having tried the entire range it is clear that this is a Domaine to watch: all had great character and represented fantastic value (I wouldn’t be surprised if the prices start to head up considerably with all the recognition the wines are now receiving).
75cl Bottles, Case of 12: £315.00
Domaine Borgeot Puligny-Montrachet, Les Charmes, 2010
One of the very best appellations in the Cote d'Or, producing rich buttery whites with great potential for ageing. This complex and concentrated grower Puligny has a nose of fresh butter and citrus fruits, oranges and lemons. Superb.
75cl Bottles, Case of 12: £345.00
Etienne Sauzet Puligny-Montrachet Village 2010
An exceptional Puligny-Montrachet from the famed Sauzet family. A tiny yield has produced a wine of incredible complexity, steely, pithy fruit with lovely length. A classic Puligny Village. The wine is alive, absolutely delicious full of minerality. This is a very serious wine.
"j’adore ce vin."— Gerard Boudot
75cl Bottles, Case of 12: £435.00
Domaine Borgeot Santenay 1er Cru, Les Gravieres 2010 SOLD OUT
50 year old vines produce a wine that has a purity of fruit and a richness that can be enjoyed young; it is full of cherries & raspberries but will also age with a lovely touch of minerality. The tannins are noble & ripe with this vintage giving it an added smooth richness. Superb wine.
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