Monthly Archives: September 2024

Please see the following Assorted Stock Selection, which is offered at the very best prices in the market. They are available ex-LCB Tilbury (lead times below).

For all enquiries, please contact david@corkingwines .co.uk

2 cases – 6/75cl Champagne Egly-Ouriet 1er Cru ‘Les Vignes de Bisseuil’ Extra Brut NV @ £380 per 6 IB & OC 8-10 weeks

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Chateau Lestrille

Estelle Roumage is the passionate owner and talented winemaker of Chateau Lestrille, a picturesque family estate nestled in the stunning Entre-deux-Mers region of France, just a stone's throw away from Saint-Émilion. Estelle affectionately refers to this area as the "Tuscany of Bordeaux," with its rolling hills, enchanting biodiversity, meandering rivers, and rich tapestry of cultures.

After graduating...

Delaire Graff Estate

Delaire Graff, situated in the Cape Winelands in the historic Banghoek Valley of Stellenbosch, has a rich history. Originally known as Avontuur, the property was acquired by renowned wine writer John Platter in 1982, who renamed it Delaire, signifying ‘From the Sky’ in recognition of its breathtaking views. In 2003, Laurence Graff OBE took ownership of the estate and orchestrated its transformation into Delaire Graff...

Bodegas Bhilar

Situated in Elvillar, Rioja Alavesa is a boutique winery managed by David Sampedro and Melanie Hickman. The winery focuses on crafting terroir-driven wines using indigenous grapes, adhering to sustainable agricultural practices, and minimizing intervention during winemaking. The estate has been under organic cultivation for over 20 years, with a transition to biodynamic practices occurring 15 years ago. In 2014, the winery shifted...

Craggy Range Wines

A family-owned winery is situated near the striking Te Mata Peak within the esteemed wine-growing region of Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand. Craggy Range is renowned for producing iconic wines from diverse regions in New Zealand. Terry Peabody, the owner, and his family have embraced a single-vineyard approach to winemaking, commencing with cultivating vineyards on undeveloped land, thereby emphasizing a commitment to quality from...

Fine Wine Offers 20 09 2024

2 bottles – 1/75cl Vosne Romanee 1er Cru ‘Cros Parantoux’, Domaine Meo-Camuzet 1995 @ £2,495 per 1 bottle IB & re-packed carton (Lowest Wine Searcher £4,078++) now – photo available

Some lightening of the colour is now evident, though there is no bricking. An expressive nose that is essentially completely mature offers spicy secondary fruit aromas that are complex and classy while introducing delicious...

Champagne Palmer

Founded in 1947 and historically established in Reims, Palmer & Co is rooted in the greatest terroirs of the Montagne de Reims, with over 200 hectares of vineyards classified as Premier and Grand Crus. Dominated by the freshness and purity of Chardonnay, the Palmer & Co. style is characterised by its precision and elegance. The significant proportion of reserve wines and the prolonged ageing give it a rare fullness...

Caterina Bellanova San Marzano Italy

Caterina Bellanova, a trained biologist, is the queen of San Marzano, and her wines reflect the region and its native grape varieties. She leads Cantine San Marzano, which was named European Producer of the Year in the 2015 Sommelier Wine Awards. This cooperative, founded in 1962, has grown significantly, now boasting over 1,200 vine growers. The winery is known for producing elegant wines that honour ancient...

Matías Riccitelli Wines

Matías Riccitelli, owner and winemaker of Riccitelli Wines, was born in Cafayate, Salta, a village in Northern Argentina famous for its wines.

When he was a few years older, he moved to Mendoza and began to study winemaking. The rest is history!

Time spent completing vintages in numerous countries honed Matías’ skills. Following this, he decided that Mendoza was the region for him and decided to focus...

Wines to inspire volcanic suggestions from our portfolio.

Vineyards on volcanic soils, from Santorini to Soave, yield some of the most intriguing and renowned wines globally. Unsurprisingly, there has been a surge in interest among sommeliers and wine merchants in these 'volcanic' wines. What distinguishes these wines from others? The substantial influence of mineral-rich volcanic soils and the limited availability of wines from these distinct...