Wines included in this case are:
Devaux, Cuvée D, Aged 5 years NV
Côte des Bar, Champagne, France (55% Pinot Noir, 45% Chardonnay)
On the nose: The Cuvée D is rich and intense, with lively acidity bringing balance, freshness and minerality
On the palate: Fresh fruits, balance and freshness provided by a surge of citrussy acidity on the finish. The Pinot Noir gives body and length to the wine, while the Chardonnay adds elegance and finesse
Enjoy with: Croissants, Christmas morning pastries; Oysters, Salmon and other seafood, Canapés or as an aperitif
Domaine Laroche, Chablis ‘St Martin’
Chablis, Burgundy, France (100% Chardonnay)
On the nose: Pale gold in colour with intense freshness typical of the area, with ripe white fruit and white blossom aromas
On the palate: Its’ minerality gives a lingering finish and a wonderfully distinct character
Enjoy with: Oysters & other seafood, Turkey & other white meats. Comte cheese
Domaine La Soufrandise, Pouilly-Fuissé ‘Clos Marie’
Pouilly-Fuissé, Burgundy, France (100% Chardonnay)
On the nose: Concentrated aromas of tropical fruits and white flowers, with more subtle nuances of honeysuckle
On the palate: Finesse and freshness with flavours of crisp apple and stone fruit complemented by a vibrant acidity on the finish
Enjoy with: Turkey & other white meat. Dishes with a cream sauce
Alpha Zeta, ‘A’ Amarone della Valpolicella
Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy (85% Corvina, 15% Rondinella/Corvinone)
On the nose: This Amarone is deep and intense on the nose with aromas of dried cherries, plums, spiced autumn fruit compote and chocolate
On the palate: Powerful with a lovely balance of ripe, silky tannins and a spiced, concentrated savoury cherry fruit character. A touch of woodsmoke completes the long finish. Delicious!
Enjoy with: Turkey. Game. Red Meat. Dishes with rich sauces. Soft and hard cheeses. Chocolate
Jean-Claude Boisset, Bourgogne Pinot Noir ‘Les Ursulines’
Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France (100% Pinot Noir)
On the nose: This wine has a beautiful, bright, clear ruby colour and a very elegant bouquet with intense aromas of fresh red fruits, a light woodiness and hints of blackcurrant buds
On the palate: A great acidity with very silky tannins and a long, luxurious finish
Enjoy with: Turkey and other white meat. Gammon. Game. Smoked dishes. Rich soft cheeses
Sandeman, 10-Year-Old Tawny Port
Douro, Portugal (Tinta Amarela, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Tinto Cão, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional)
On the nose: Reddish tawny in colour. Aromas of mellow red fruits combine with notes of raisins, roasted nuts, caramel and vanilla
On the palate: the sweetness is well balanced by a refreshing acidity which carries the complex flavours onto the lingering finish
Enjoy with: Christmas pudding. Mince pies. Christmas cake. Chocolate. All cheeses. Nuts
