{"title":"Fine \u0026 Rare Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore a curated selection of the world’s most exceptional fine and rare wines, handpicked for their quality, provenance, and ageing potential. From exquisite Bordeaux and Burgundy to rare Italian and Spanish gems, each bottle tells a story of craftsmanship and terroir. Perfect for collectors, special occasions, or discerning wine lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy fine and rare wines online\u003c\/strong\u003e or visit us at our wine shop in Hereford, Herefordshire.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"attis-mar-sea-aged-albarino-2020-75cl-13-abv","title":"Attis Mar Sea Aged Albarino 2024 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAttis Mar Sea Aged Albarino\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretbottleshop.co.uk\/collections\/white-wine\" title=\"rare and striking white wine\"\u003erare and striking white wine\u003c\/a\u003e made from 100% Albarino grapes, matured beneath the Atlantic Ocean for six months. Attis is a family-run producer located in Galicia, north-western Spain, known for its granite-rich soils and ecological farming practices.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe bottles are aged 40 feet below the surface with no oxygen, preserving the fruit’s character while developing subtle salinity. You can expect a wine with refreshing acidity, generous body and a creamy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOn the nose are aromas of citrus, grapefruit and sea breeze.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe palate delivers crisp acidity, ripe stone fruit and grapefruit layered with buttery minerality.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinishes with lingering salinity and bright fruit echoing its Atlantic origins.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdeal with seafood, it pairs beautifully with prawns, scallops, lobster, mussels and grilled white fish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Attis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42425167053023,"sku":"ATSMRSEAAA75","price":89.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/8a549e70-d9b0-4c09-ba27-1eeac43003a5.jpg?v=1767613930"},{"product_id":"joseph-phelps-insignia-2018-75cl-14-5-abv","title":"Joseph Phelps Insignia 2018 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eJoseph Phelps Insignia\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eA flagship \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretbottleshop.co.uk\/collections\/napa-valley-wine\" title=\"Napa Valley blend\"\u003eNapa Valley blend\u003c\/a\u003e from Joseph Phelps Vineyards, Insignia is crafted from estate-grown fruit across six premier sites including Stags Leap, Rutherford, and Oak Knoll. The wine reflects a cooler growing season, allowing for extended ripening and exceptional balance. Aged for 24 months in 100% new French oak, the wine is built for longevity and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJoseph Phelps founded his namesake winery in 1973, pioneering the Bordeaux-style blend in California with the first vintage of Insignia in 1974. Today, the wine is produced entirely from estate fruit and remains a benchmark for Napa Valley excellence. The wine is widely regarded as one of the finest in the estate’s history.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAromas of blackberry, violet, mint, clove and sweet tobacco\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoseph Phelps Insignia wine shows black plum, vanilla, bergamot and cocoa powder\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVelvety finish with integrated tannins and long ageing potential\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePairs well with roast beef, meaty stews or seared tuna steak.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Joseph Phelps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42537365405919,"sku":"JPHINSIG18","price":249.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/4fdabd69-dddd-46e8-a1c8-8444f2b6a0c8.jpg?v=1766070811"},{"product_id":"paul-jaboulet-aine-hermitage-la-chapelle-1999-75cl","title":"Paul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage La Chapelle 1999 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003ePaul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage La Chapelle\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage La Chapelle is a flagship Syrah from the Northern Rhone, sourced from biodynamically farmed vines aged 40 to 100 years across top lieux-dits including Le Meal, Bessards, Greffieux and Rocoules. The wine is blended parcel-by-parcel and aged in French oak, offering depth, elegance and long ageing potential. It’s one of the most iconic wines of Hermitage, known for its power, purity and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFounded in 1834, Paul Jaboulet Aine is one of the Rhone Valley’s most historic producers. After a period of decline, the estate was revitalised under the Frey family from 2005, with a renewed focus on quality and sustainability. La Chapelle is named after the 13th-century chapel of St Christophe on Hermitage hill and is considered equal in prestige to Bordeaux First Growths\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAromas of cassis, graphite, incense and spice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage La Chapelle shows roasted nuts, tobacco and black fruit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinishes long, elegant and structured\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePairs well with lamb, game and mushroom dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Jaboulet Aine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43052841664735,"sku":"170-089-4DB","price":134.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/1f5669f5-5d19-4385-aa3c-4b4e288b0ad8.jpg?v=1757519711"},{"product_id":"paul-jaboulet-aine-hermitage-la-chapelle-1982-75cl","title":"Paul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage La Chapelle 1982 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003ePaul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage La Chapelle \u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage La Chapelle is a fully mature Syrah from the steep slopes of Hermitage hill in the Northern Rhone. Blended from several top parcels and aged in French oak, this vintage is known for its exotic complexity and longevity. It shows remarkable depth and refinement, with a dark garnet colour and an amber edge, still vibrant after decades in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFounded in 1834, Paul Jaboulet Aine is one of the Rhone Valley’s most iconic producers. La Chapelle is named after the 13th-century chapel of St. Christophe and is considered one of the greatest expressions of Hermitage. Since 2005, the estate has been revitalised under the Frey family, with a renewed focus on quality and sustainability.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAromas of Asian spice, roasted espresso and cassis\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage La Chapelle shows tobacco, leather and stewed blackberry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinishes long, savoury and layered\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePairs well with Iberico pork, game and mushroom dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Jaboulet Aine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43052882165983,"sku":"9D7-DCF-640","price":549.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/bf4ad0cb-a1e5-4eb8-8c48-2896ea2e8fb7.jpg?v=1757520507"},{"product_id":"cartuxa-pera-manca-tinto-2015","title":"Cartuxa Pera-Manca Tinto 2018 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCartuxa Pera-Manca Tinto\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis full-bodied red from Portugal’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretbottleshop.co.uk\/collections\/alentejo-wine-region\" title=\"Alentejo region of Portugal\"\u003eAlentejo region\u003c\/a\u003e is a blend of Aragonez and Trincadeira, sourced from old vines in the Evora sub-region. It’s powerful, structured and age-worthy, with deep fruit, spice and oak complexity. Produced only in exceptional vintages, it’s matured for 18 months in French oak and aged in bottle for three years before release.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCartuxa is owned by the Eugenio de Almeida Foundation, a non-profit organisation supporting cultural and social initiatives. Grapes are hand-harvested, fermented in oak vats and aged in the cellars of the Cartuxa Monastery. The wine is vegan and vegetarian friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAromas of dried fruit, tobacco leaf, vanilla and spice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDense palate with firm tannins, dark fruit and subtle oak.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCartuxa Pera-Manca Tinto finishes long, savoury and structured.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePairs well with roast beef, game and aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cartuxa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43439819653343,"sku":"CTXPMTNT","price":339.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/0c1d90ee-b03b-4e07-a0ed-327d125a629c.jpg?v=1739976894"},{"product_id":"patrimony-cave-de-lions-2019-75cl","title":"Patrimony Cave De Lions 2019 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatrimony Cave De Lions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrafted by Daniel and Georges Daou, this wine is a profound expression of Paso Robles’ Adelaida District. Grown on DAOU Mountain, the fruit benefits from high elevation, calcareous soils, and extended hang time, producing ultra-high phenolics and exceptional purity. The blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc is fermented with native yeasts and aged for 27–30 months in custom French oak barrels sourced through exclusive cooperage relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePatrimony Caves des Lions is made entirely from free-run juice and bottled without filtration. The result is a wine of immense depth, elegance, and longevity. It reflects the Daou brothers’ vision of creating California’s “first growth” wines, combining power with finesse and minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAromas of rose petals, cigar box, blackberry jam, dark cherries, hibiscus, stone fruit, vanilla and dark chocolate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatrimony Caves des Lions shows soft tannins, luxurious texture and balanced mid-palate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinishes vibrant, long and fresh with underlying power\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePairs well with filet mignon, duck breast, wild mushroom risotto and aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patrimony","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43694631616735,"sku":"PATCVDLN","price":274.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/989d3c86-26db-42e7-9cf8-0607eb24ce60.jpg?v=1766075066"},{"product_id":"ferraton-le-reverdy-ermitage-blanc-2016-75cl","title":"Ferraton Le Reverdy Ermitage Blanc 2016 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eFerraton Le Reverdy Ermitage Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis biodynamic white wine from the northern Rhone is made from 50% Marsanne and 50% Roussanne. Ferraton Pere et Fils has produced wine in Hermitage since 1946 and now works with Demeter-certified vineyards. The fruit comes from two plots, Les Beaumes and Le Meal, both with south-facing exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFermentation takes place in oak barrels, with 30% new wood, followed by ageing on fine lees for up to 12 months. The result is a rich, expressive wine with great ageing potential and a strong sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpens with ripe peach, apricot and toasted almond aromas.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe palate is full and layered with cinnamon, vanilla, baked apple and subtle oak spice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinishes long and savoury with lingering fruit, spice and a gentle mineral edge.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePairs well with roast chicken, monkfish or creamy mushroom dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ferraton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43714748416223,"sku":"FTNERMRV75","price":79.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/8e39fed8-f864-4de6-a332-3beb20e46e8e.jpg?v=1759832228"},{"product_id":"morlet-ma-douce-chardonnay-2019-75cl","title":"Morlet Ma Douce Chardonnay 2019 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMorlet Ma Douce Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis single-vineyard Chardonnay comes from Fort Ross‑Seaview on the Sonoma Coast, grown high above the Pacific Ocean. Produced by Morlet Family Vineyards, it reflects Luc Morlet’s Burgundian training and cool‑climate Californian terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFruit is hand‑picked at night from Goldridge soils and fermented in French oak using native yeasts. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation, extended lees ageing with batonage, and is bottled unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe nose shows lemon drop, orange zest and fresh hazelnut, supported by wet stone minerality and subtle pastry notes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe palate is full‑bodied, creamy and mineral‑driven, with citrus richness and controlled power.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe finish carries chalky minerality, gentle oak spice and a poised structure built for graceful ageing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eServe with roast chicken, butter‑poached fish or rich vegetable dishes with cream, mushrooms or autumnal flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morlet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43825271406815,"sku":"MLTMADC19","price":94.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/77b727fc-4b23-47c1-b22f-ac9dacdfc246.jpg?v=1767888527"},{"product_id":"le-mortelle-ampio-2018-75cl","title":"Le Mortelle Ampio 2018 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eLe Mortelle Ampio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the top vineyards of Le Mortelle in Maremma, Tuscany, this red blend is produced by the Antinori family. The estate has been organically farmed since 1999 and uses gravity-fed winemaking in an underground facility to preserve fruit integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach grape variety is fermented separately in truncated-cone tanks, then aged in new French oak for 18 months. The final blend is matured in bottle for 12 months. Suitable for vegetarians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe nose reveals black pepper, liquorice, and dark berries, especially currants and blueberries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLe Mortelle Ampio delle Mortelle shows depth with chocolate, tobacco, aromatic herbs and violet blossoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA lengthy finish carries bitter chocolate and sour black cherry notes with elegant, mouth-filling tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs well with grilled beef, aged cheeses and game dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Mortelle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44068550934751,"sku":"LEMORTAMP","price":174.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/6668cafc-caeb-49ab-8a4c-19b13d703665.jpg?v=1758276633"},{"product_id":"drappier-perpetuite-blanc-de-pinot-noir-coteaux-champenois-mv-75cl","title":"Drappier Perpetuite Blanc De Pinot Noir Coteaux Champenois NV 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDrappier Perpetuite Blanc De Pinot Noir Coteaux Champenois\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrappier crafts this rare still white wine from 100% Pinot Noir grown on Jurassic soils in Urville, Champagne. The family estate dates back to 1808, with cellars built by Cistercian monks in the twelfth century. Perpetuite is drawn from a perpetual reserve, blending wines from 2002 to 2023, matured in large Tronçais oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis solera-style approach creates remarkable depth and continuity, while organic cultivation and minimal sulphur preserve purity. Expect a wine that bridges heritage and innovation, offering a distinctive expression of Pinot Noir vinified as white wine. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpens with floral aromas, hints of citrus and subtle spice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe palate opens lively, then broadens into ripe stone fruit and gentle savoury notes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinishes long and mineral with a whisper of bitterness for balance.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePairs beautifully with roast chicken or creamy cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drappier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44129322270943,"sku":"DRAPPPTCC","price":67.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/60145da9-11e4-4b8c-a836-182e39befa54.jpg?v=1753868935"},{"product_id":"catena-zapata-adrianna-vineyard-white-bones-chardonnay-2020-75cl","title":"Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard White Bones Chardonnay 2020 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCatena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard White Bones Chardonnay 2020\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatena Zapata is a benchmark high-altitude producer in Mendoza, Argentina, led by the pioneering \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretbottleshop.co.uk\/collections\/bodega-catena-zapata-wine\" title=\"Catena family\"\u003eCatena family\u003c\/a\u003e for over four generations. The Adrianna Vineyard sits at 1,450 metres in Gualtallary, where limestone soils and fossilised riverbed deposits shape the wine’s character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Bones Chardonnay comes from select rows in Block 1, chosen for their calcareous composition and natural drainage. Grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with wild yeasts in French oak barrels to preserve purity and add complexity. Partial malolactic fermentation and ageing on lees enhance texture while retaining the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretbottleshop.co.uk\/collections\/wine\" title=\"wine\"\u003ewine\u003c\/a\u003e’s vivid acidity and mineral backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe nose shows citrus, dried apple and white peach with a taut mineral edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreamy texture balanced by saline freshness and energetic acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAromas of thyme, chalk and almond add savoury depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with seared scallops, aged cheeses like Comte or Parmesan, or grilled chicken with herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catena Zapata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44307170525407,"sku":"CATZAPADWHBN","price":84.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/133e7f95-b83c-4153-aba8-90c78ce118ea.jpg?v=1755700624"},{"product_id":"catena-zapata-adrianna-vineyard-white-stones-chardonnay-2020-75cl","title":"Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard White Stones Chardonnay 2020 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCatena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard White Stones Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretbottleshop.co.uk\/collections\/bodega-catena-zapata-wine\" title=\"Catena family\"\u003eCatena family\u003c\/a\u003e has spent over four generations cultivating vines in Mendoza’s Andean foothills, producing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretbottleshop.co.uk\/collections\/wine\" title=\"wines\"\u003ewines\u003c\/a\u003e of global acclaim. This Chardonnay comes from a precise 27-row selection within the Adrianna Vineyard, located at nearly 5,000 feet in Gualtallary. The vineyard’s rocky, white stone-covered soils create ideal drainage and force the vines into stress, concentrating flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCool nights slow ripening and preserve acidity, while fermentation and ageing in French oak barrels for up to 16 months add texture and depth. The result is a finely structured wine with mineral tension and remarkable ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShows layered notes of citrus pith, crushed stone and subtle spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAromas of lime, white flowers and acacia lead into a chalky, mineral texture with brisk acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA full-bodied Chardonnay with elegance and grip, finishing with flint, wet stone and a touch of salinity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs beautifully with seafood, pasta and creamy sauces, enhancing both delicate and rich flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catena Zapata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44307183796447,"sku":"CATZAPADWHST","price":84.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/12a5f0fe-aab0-44d6-8607-345632b8b234.jpg?v=1738854306"},{"product_id":"catena-zapata-adrianna-vineyard-river-malbec-2019-75cl","title":"Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard River Malbec 2020 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard River Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA full-bodied Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina, showcasing the elegance and intensity of a vineyard with unique stony soils. For over four generations, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretbottleshop.co.uk\/collections\/bodega-catena-zapata-wine\" title=\"Catena family\"\u003eCatena family\u003c\/a\u003e has grown vines in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in Mendoza, Argentina. 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This wine is crafted from the Clos du Roi vineyard, one of the most prestigious plots on the hill of Corton. A historic family-run estate dating back to the 18th century, has long been celebrated for its terroir-driven wines.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnder the leadership of Etienne de Montille, the estate has embraced organic farming since 1995 and biodynamic practices since 2005. The wine benefits from whole-bunch fermentation and careful oak maturation, resulting in a wine that is both expressive in youth and capable of graceful ageing. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAromas of sweet red berries, plums, forest floor and dark chocolate.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDomaine de Montille Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru shows floral notes, briar, spice and chalky minerality.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinishes with firm tannins, vibrant acidity and a lingering savoury depth.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePairs well with beef, lamb and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine De Montille","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44533759934687,"sku":"J\u0026BA00820","price":149.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/e7d6e3db-7f0d-4c5b-8d9f-f0b6a33477f4.jpg?v=1766412766"},{"product_id":"domaine-chanson-corton-vergennes-grand-cru-2018-75cl","title":"Domaine Chanson Corton Vergennes Grand Cru 2018 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDomaine Chanson Corton Vergennes Grand Cru\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretbottleshop.co.uk\/collections\/wines-from-burgundy\" title=\"white wine Burgundy\"\u003ewhite wine Burgundy\u003c\/a\u003e is made from Chardonnay grown in the Corton Vergennes Grand Cru vineyard in the Cote de Beaune. Domaine Chanson shares stewardship of this historic site, once owned by the Count of Vergennes, with the Hospices de Beaune. Vergennes was best-known as counsellor to Louis XVI and signatory for the Treaty of Independence with the US.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrapes are grown on a stony mix of clay and limestone soils. After soft pressing, the wine is aged for 10 to 14 months in oak casks, with a moderate use of new oak. Fermentation and ageing take place in 15th-century cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpens with floral notes, citrus oil and ripe orchard fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe palate is dense and layered, showing lemon pith, white peach and a mineral edge.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinishes long and elegant, with soft spice and a savoury lift.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eServe with seafood, crayfish, fish in cream sauce or French cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Chanson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44533809184991,"sku":"CHNSCRTVRGGC","price":109.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/6e1735e8-aa67-4128-badf-7a900e0353c0.jpg?v=1758728907"},{"product_id":"bodegas-el-nido-2021-75cl","title":"Bodegas El Nido 2021\/2023 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBodegas El Nido\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eEl Nido is a great \u003ca title=\"red wine\" href=\"https:\/\/secretbottleshop.co.uk\/collections\/red-wine\"\u003ered wine\u003c\/a\u003e made by Bodegas el Nido from D.O. 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The vineyard, certified organic and biodynamic, is managed with minimal intervention, allowing the terroir to fully express itself. The wine is aged in a mix of new oak and amphorae, resulting in a textured, balanced profile with remarkable depth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAromas of black cherry, cassis, graphite, and spice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreamy blackberries and forest floor with silky tannins.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChateau Pontet-Canet Pauillac finishes smoky, mineral-driven, and fruit-dominant.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePairs beautifully with rack of lamb, gratin dauphinois, roasted vegetables, and hard mature cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Pontet-Canet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44585780084959,"sku":"PONCAN15","price":119.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/4355\/1535\/files\/c6e9728c-8d25-4987-9f67-a586b6619bb3.jpg?v=1756907732"},{"product_id":"cartuxa-pera-manca-branco-2019-75cl","title":"Cartuxa Pera-Manca Branco 2022 75cl","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCartuxa Pera-Manca Branco\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eProduced by Fundacao Eugenio de Almeida in Alentejo, this wine reflects one of Portugals most prestigious traditions. Crafted from Arinto and Antao Vaz grapes grown near Evora, it represents the pinnacle of the region's white wines.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs partly in stainless steel and in French oak barrels, followed by twelve months on fine lees with batonnage. 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