WELCOMEIn the year that our Family company, Dayla, celebrates 160 years, we are proud to bring you our new James Pettit & Company Wine List for 2011-2012. Formerly the Wine and Spirits Arm of the Aylesbury Brewery Company, James Pettit is our dedicated Wine Merchants first established in 1737, and we continue to pride ourselves on a passion for service, quality and above all a unique offering.

This list includes more than 200 new additions that have been carefully selected to provide a much enhanced improved range of wines from across the world.

You will find more grape varieties, more new styles from far more countries than ever before. Within the list we have also been able to showcase a number of producers demonstrating our concern for quality, consistency and value for money.

Equally our association with The Society of Vintners has enabled us to provide the biggest range of On-Trade Exclusive Wines for you to enjoy. Formerly The National Wine Buying Group, The Society is a consortium of like-minded, independent Wine Merchants who strive to bring the very best quality wines competitively priced, alongside excellent presentation.

Our sales team of wine experts led by Tim Nortje look forward to introducing you to an exciting range to give you that unique point of difference and help your business to grow.

Please enjoy the brochure and the wines therein.

Tim NortjeTim Cooper

Australia is one of the largest wine producing countries in the world, but the category is faltering in the UK on-trade even though Aussie wines have been a favourite for take home having overtaken France some years ago. Australia is the second largest selling wine country in the UK on-trade but the category has underperformed in the past year having lost 13.5% of its volume and 16.5% value in the 12 months to July 2010. The natural fit then across to the on-trade with wines that are of consistent quality and varied and accessible wine styles are just not happening.

The growing strength of the Aussie dollar is one issue with increased cost of export especially where price competition remains as important as ever. Another, is the increased competition from other wine producing countries and the preference of the on-trade for old world wines. However, Australia does have a lot to offer the great British pub and vice versa, thus it remains a largely untapped opportunity for both the producer and the licensee.

So, pubs with a strong and appealing food offering are definitely a growth opportunity for Australian wines, from the entry fruit driven wines to the more premium wines of the Hunter Valley and pretty much anything from Clare and Hunter Valleys as well as the cooler climes of Margaret River and Tazmania’s Tamar region. With the dominance of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Australian producers are looking at alternative floral varieties and varieties such as Semillon, Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon are getting a make over.

Our Australian wine portfolio has been revamped bringing in a range of entry fruit driven wines right through to some phenomenal top end wines from the Hunter Valley – have a look at our Mount Pleasant range which are just perfect food partners.

Our new range reflects the diversity that Australia has to offer.......enjoy!

AUSTRALIA

KEy GRApE VARIETIESShiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Riesling

KEy REGIOnSSouth Australia, Victoria, Western Australia, New South Wales

COnTEnTS

KEy AnD pRICE GUIDE

Codes Taste Guide

1234 Red Wines (A) Light Bodied Red

1234 White Wines (E) Full Bodied Red

1234 Rose Wines (1) Driest White/Rose

1234 Dessert Wines (9) Sweetest White/Rose

Prices Screwcap

£ Under £5

££ £5 - £10

£££ over £10

££££ £20 and over

Australia 3 - 9

New Zealand 10 - 13

California 14 - 17

South Africa 18 - 21

Argentina 22 - 23

Chile 24 - 28

France 29 - 42

Italy 43 - 49

Spain 50 - 54

Rest of the World 55 - 56

Other Sizes 57 - 61

Champagne & Sparkling 62 - 67

Rose Wines 68 - 72

Dessert Wines 73 - 74

Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Product Code Pack Size Price Guide

9280 Semillon Chardonnay South Eastern Australia [2] 2009/10 12 x 75cl £ Fresh, medium bodied with a soft fruit finish and light oak. Soft toasted flavours with underlying hints of peaches and nectarines.

7603 Rosé South Eastern Australia [2] 2009/10 12 x 75cl £ A big vibrant, deep pink colour with supporting fruit, packed full of flavour.

Mountbridge Reserve

We have sourced a premium range of single varietals which represent the classic styles of these grape varieties from Australia. Also included in the range is a fantastic sparkling brut.

5901 Shiraz South Eastern Australia [B] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ This medium bodied wine has all the hall marks of great easy drinking Aussie Shiraz. Soft ripe fruit flavours with a hint of spice.

7155 Merlot South Eastern Australia [C] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ A wonderful nose full of spicy plum which follows onto the palate which is full, rounded tannins and heaps of deep red fruit.

7700 Chardonnay South Eastern Australia [2] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ A complex fruit driven white wine with delicate floral aromas characteristic peaches and tropical fruit flavours with just a hint of oak.

Jacob’s Creek

7477 Shiraz Cabernet South Australia [B] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ Medium bodied red with ripe plum and berry fruit flavours, soft tannins and just a little oak.

7384 Semillon Chardonnay South Australia [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Crisp, refreshing and medium dry white wine with an abundance of citrussy and tropical fruit flavours.

McWilliam’s Select

Drawing from more than 130 years of wine making experience, McWilliam’s Select Series embodies this rich history to showcase elegant, vibrant wines with fruit-driven taste profiles. These wines are bottled under screw cap to maintain freshness and convenience and are crafted as the perfect accompaniment to food. McWilliam’s Select Series provides the occasion for consumers to engage with the McWilliam’s brand 8112 Shiraz Cabernet New South Wales [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ A vibrant, spicy wine revealing ripe cherry and forest fruit flavours supported by a little vanilla oak with a long, soft finish.

7455 Semillon Sauvignon New South Wales [1] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ This wine is bright and snappy and easy drinking from the vast Mcwilliams empire. Citrussy aromas with vibrant tropical flavours and a crisp clean finish.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Joey Brown

A fantastic, great value pairing of an Aussie red and white from the Society of Vintners providing a soft entry, function option. On-trade specific and fabulous gluggers.

9849 Soft Red [B] 2010/11 6 x 75cl £ This wine is soft and approachable. Well balanced with extra flavour dimensions.

7277 Fruity White [1] 2010/11 6 x 75cl £ Appealing palate with tropical fruit flavours. Refreshing and approachable style of wine.

Euca Hill

This little family of wines offer a fruity and inexpensive option of single varietal wines to represent Australia and are sourced by our very own parnters in the Society of Vintners.

7782 Shiraz South Eastern Australia [B] 2009 6 x 75cl £ Excellent Shiraz with a lovely rich and rounded palate and soft tannins providing a lingering fruit-driven finish.

7363 Chardonnay South Eastern Australia [1] 2010 6 x 75cl £ Excellent medium bodied wine with lovely lemon and lime flavours.

7804 Shiraz Rosé South Eastern Australia [2] 2009 6 x 75cl £ Intense salmon pink colour. Clean bouquet with inviting scent of blackberry and plum. Crispy palate with rich fruit flavours and subtle spiciness. Harmonious and elegantly balanced by pronounced acidity.

Rosemount Signature Collection

6344 Cabernet Merlot South Australia [B] 2009/10 12 x 75cl £ Somellier Wine Award Gold List Another entry from Rosemount delivering easy open and fruity red soft and easy drinking.

7126 Chardonnay South Australia [2] 2009/10 12 x 75cl £ Somellier Wine Award Silver List True to the Rosemount style this wine is fresh and crisp with strong fruit characters

Goldfield’s

7236 Shiraz Cabernet South Eastern Australia [B] 2010/11 6 x 75cl £ Sweet spice with bags of plum flavours with a lingering finish.

7813 Semillon Chardonnay South Eastern Australia [1] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ Light crisp and refreshing with lemony peach and stone fruit characters.

Captain’s Table

A trio of wonderfully blended Australian wines which truly show off the winemakers craft of creating three beautifully balanced wines which represent all that is great about open fruit driven wines which we have come to love. From the fresh and vibrant rosé to the classic blended styles of the red and white.

9281 Shiraz Cabernet South Eastern Australia [B] 2009/10 12 x 75cl £ Vibrant colour, rich berry fruit characters, with a lovely soft finish.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Product Code Pack Size Price GuideProduct Code Pack Size Price Guide St John’s Brook

A blended pairing from the Barwick Estates creating two superb wines from Western Australia.

9387 Cabernet Merlot Margaret River Region [C] 6 x 75cl ££ This typical blend from the Margaret River region produces a wonderful, complex wine. Bright berry fruit, especially cassis are aided by some savoury tobacco notes and cedary oak. The palate is rich and juicy with a long finish and mouth watering tannins.

7150 Semillon Sauvignon Margaret River Region [1] 6 x 75cl ££ Sauvignon and Semillon fruit have been blended to create this bright fruity wine with aromas of gooseberry and passionfruit. The palate is rich with great fruit intensity and balanced acidity.

Barwick Wines Barwick Estate brings to you quality wines from three premium wine regions in the South West of Western Australia - Margaret River, Pemberton and the Blackwood Valley. The cool Mediterranean climate combined with the duplex soils of Margaret River, karri loams of Pemberton and well drained gravels of the Blackwood provides ideal growing conditions for the selected varieties.

White Label Shiraz Blackwood Valley [C] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ This Shiraz is typically varietal with a perfumed aroma that is dominated by raspberry, blackberry and liquorice, with a spicy black pepper lift. The palate is full of rich fruit, balanced tannins and a long finish highlighted with American and French oak.

White Label Pinot Noir Pemberton [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ This Pemberton wine has been minimally filtered to preserve the natural intensity and structure of the wine. Wild fruits, lifted cherry, blackberry, leather and black olive dominate the palate with some spice and French oak complexities. The palate is intense with dark chocolate, seamless oak and ripe full tannins balancing the fruit.

Black Label Sauvignon Margaret River [1] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ This Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc produces wonderful aromas of passionfruit, red capsicum and fresh cut herbs. It displays a fresh yet complex palate with great body and full length.

You, Me and the Gatepost - Ferngrove, Western Australia Magnificant wildflowers, lush farmland and mighty forests surround what is possibly the most remote wine region in the world - The Great Southern. Free from modern life pressures, this is the place where it’s just you, your best friend (the dog) and the gatepost.

Shiraz Western Australia [B] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ This Shiraz is medium bodied, rich juicy fruit and flavoursome with a hint of oak.

Semillon Sauvignon Western Australia [1] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ This Semillon Sauvignon is light bodied, fresh, flavoursome and easy drinking style that is best enjoyed now while the fruit flavours dominate.

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Bilyara Wolf Blass have brought these into their portfolio and are exclusively for the on-trade.

Shiraz South Australia [C] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ Medium-bodied with appealing red fruit flavours, soft silky tannins and a touch of oak.

Chardonnay South Australia [1] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ Crisp and refreshing with peachy, pineapple flavours supported by subtle oak.

Rosé South Australia [2] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ An attractive red berry aroma leading to ripe fruit flavours of cherry and red berries

Beresford Crystal Brook

Beresford exemplify all that is good about Aussie wine making, maintaining fruit integrity from the vineyard to the bottle. The aim is to produce wines that acheive balance of fruit, structure, texture and flavour, reflecting the essence of the region.

Shiraz McLaren Vale [B] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ Bulging with spicy fruit this red is soft and easy and crying out for some grilled meats.

7253 Unoaked Chardonnay McLaren Vale [2] 2010 12 x 75cl ££ Clean, fresh and totally with out oak influence bringing out the pure essence of the Chardonnay varietal character.

Rosé McLaren Vale [2] 2008 12 x 75cl ££ Superbly fruity with freshness and lift.

Wolf Blass Red Label

Predominantly featuring blended wines, these wines are all about approachability and flavour, offering trade and consumers quality and consistency of style for which Wolf Blass is renowned. A drink for all occassions...

7524 Shiraz Cabernet South Australia [C] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ This wine is bright red with an aromatic bouquet of red berry fruits, peppery spice and mint.

7162 Cabernet Merlot South Australia [C] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ Lush, soft and crimson, the Merlot offers softness and intergrated spicy oak flavours while the Cabernet Sauvignon provides plum and berry characters.

8081 Chardonnay Semillon South Australia [2] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ A well balanced palate with lively fruit and a hint of oak, echoed in varietal aromas of tropical fruits, citrus and fresh cut grass.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Mount Pleasant Range

Family owned since 1877, McWilliam’s is Australia’s most award-winning winery. The McWilliam’s family has premium vineyard holdings throughout the most prestigious wine growing regions in South Eastern Australia.

9277 Maurice O’Shea Shiraz Hunter Valley [E] 2006 6 x 75cl ££ Maurice O’Shea Shiraz is made from 120-year-old Shiraz vines, which were planted by the property’s original owner, Charles King. A smaller portion is sourced from the 80-year-old original vines on the company’s adjoining Old Paddock Vineyard, which was planted by legendary winemaker, Maurice O’Shea. The wine confirmed its place as one of Australia’s greatest Shiraz wines when it outscored Penfolds Grange and Henschke Hill of Grace to become the highest rating Shiraz in the newly released James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion 2005.

9892 Single Vineyard Lovedale Semillon Hunter Valley [2] 2005 6 x 75cl £££ Trophy for Best Semillon in Show for the 2005 Mount Pleasant Lovedale Semillon. McWilliam’s Mount Pleasant is now arguably the custodian of the uniquely Australian Hunter Valley Semillon style. Restraint, elegance, citrussy characters in youth, complexity and richness with age, and outstanding quality throughout.

Campbells of Rutherglen Muscat Dessert Wine

Campbells Rutherglen Muscat [9] 12 x 37.5cl £££ Silver (NV) International Wine Challenge 2009 Made using the Brown Muscat grape which has been allowed to over-ripen and become almost raisin-like. Intensely sweet and aromatic, this wine is a blend of up to 8 vintages, it is matured in old oak casks forming a modified Solera system. “Chistmas Pudding in a Glass”

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Whirlpool Reach, Tazmania

Most of the best wines from this region are made within the cool climate areas surrounding the Tamar river. The Tamar River is one of the coolest wine regions in Australia and suited to varietals such as Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. The region is renowned for fresh, concentrated and food-friendly wines that are now listed in many top Michelin starred Restaurants. Pinot Noir Tamar Ridge Tamar River [C] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Typical cool climate Pinot Noir showing redcurrent, herbs and wild strawberry on the nose. The palate is beautifully structured and balanced and shows strawberry, red cherry, raspberry and rubbed sage.

Sauvignon Tamar Ridge Tamar River [2] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Fresh, herbaceous and grassy on the nose. The palate is crisp, fresh and citrussy but also has hints of refreshing pink grapefruit, green fig and guava.

Wolf Blass President’s Selection

These wines embrace the spirit and heritage of Wolf Blass with the aim to be the truest expression of their founding President. At the completion of each vintage, particularly high quality fruit is set aside by the winemakers for blending into the President’s Selection wines.

Shiraz South Australia [E] 2006/07 6 x 75cl £££ Bronze Medal Winner IWC 2009 Lifted aromas of pepper, spice, black cherry and plum are supported by subtle, well integrated oak characters.

Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia [E] 2005/06 6 x 75cl £££ On the nose and palate this wine displays blackcurrant fruit aromas with eucalyptus mint and hints of dark chocolate. These characters are supported on the palate by fine elegant tannins, firm structure and a beautiful finish.

Chardonnay South Australia [1] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ Silver Medal Winner IWC 2009 Intense peach and melon aromas develop into a tropical fruit flavoured palate that is supported by subtle oak characters.

Cape Mentelle

Est. 1970 this winery was one of the first to set up in the Margeret River Region in the South West Corner of Australia. The Maritime influence of the Indian Ocean ensures even temperatures providing consistently good conditions for producing very high quality grapes and some of Australia’s finest wines.

Cabernet Merlot Margaret River [C] 2007 6 x 75cl £££ Silver (2007) International Wine Challenge 2009 Traditional vinification methods are employed, including maturation in a mixture of French & American oak barriques are used to create this stunning wine. With cassis and dark fruits, and faint herbaceous notes, on the nose, this full-bodied wine then follows onto the palate with more cassis and herbaceous flavours. It is well balanced with fine grained, ripe tannins.

Semillon Sauvignon Margaret River [2] 2008/09 6 x 75cl £££ Silver (2008) International Wine Challenge 2009 Just an absolutely stunning wine. The blend being 60%Sauvignon & 40% Semillon a portion of which is barrel fermented which adds weight to the palate. Pink grapefruit and gooseberry on the nose, with bright bracing acidity up front, finishing with lemon and lime.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Neptune Point

This pairing represent an excellent value for money and real quality, with a definite Nautical and New Zealand feel to the label. These brilliant wines will appeal to a very wide audience looking for a cool climate Pinot Noir and NZ Sauvignon.

8908 Pinot Noir Marlborough [B] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ Smooth and perfectly balanced Pinot Noir with notes of plum and black cherry.

5902 Sauvignon Marlborough [1] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Lovely fruity and aromatic wine with notes of citrus, gooseberry and subtly vanilla oak.

Riversdale

9853 Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough [1] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ This wonderful Sauvignon Blanc combines intense white peach and nectarine aromas with beautiful fresh fruit to provide a full palate and lingering finish.

Fairfield Estate

7631 Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough [1] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ A delicious crisp dry white with vibrant fresh herbal aromas and ripe gooseberry overtones.

Grove Mill

Are as passionate about winemaking as they are about sustaining the natural beauty of the environment which they are a part of. This is symbolised by the Southern Bell Frog, now thriving in the wetland they have established and appearing as the golden mascot on their label. The best wines are fluid expressions of their origin, and Marlborough is internationally recognised as one of the finest origins a wine could hope for. Dedication to preserving this stunning environment was noted when Grove Mill proudly became the world’s first carboNZeroCertTM certified and multi award winning winery.

7759 Pinot Noir 17 Valley Vineyard, Marlborough [B] 2009 6 x 75cl £££ Dark! Great fruit intensity; cherry, berry, plum and possibly violets. Toasty oak and coffee. Complex and appealing. Rich ripe fruit gives a very sweet entry onto the palate. Good attractive tannin structure. Good weight and length, making this a well rounded, serious wine.

5947 Sauvignon Wairau Valley, Marlborough [1] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Silver Royal Easter Show NZ 2010 A very satisfying bouquet with tropical fruit, plenty of citrus, gooseberry and typical Marlborough herbaceousness. Good minerally note showing up the 17 Valley fruit in the wine. Full bodied, has good intensity, ripeness and nice passionfruit and herbal notes on the back palate.

Chardonnay Wairau Valley, Marlborough [2] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ Grove Mill’s Chardonnay has a strong bouquet of straw and some fig and white button mushrooms from French oak maturation, overlying white peach fruit flavours. A creamy, fruit-first Chardonnay with an elegant structure

7720 Riesling 17 & Wairau Valleys, Marlborough [4] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Silver IWC 2010 Restrained lemon & lime citrus characters with a lovely honey note. Very fresh and lively. A surpringly salty entry, weighty, some complexity and very fine. Some residual sugar to balance the fine acidity.

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nEW ZEALAnDNew Zealand has unique geographical characteristics which provide it with a surprisingly varied terroir for such a small country. As New Zealand’s largest wine growing region and home of Grove Mill winery, Marlborough has an enviable international reputation for producing the best Sauvignon Blanc in the World.

The UK is New Zealand’s second largest wine export market. New Zealand wines represent only 4.4 percent of the total UK wine imports by value (3.2 percent by volume). There have been some significant issues between supply and demand which the wineries are desperately trying to balance. 2007 saw demand out-strip supply but 2010 saw the reverse with tanks of juice flooding the market and hence some remarkably low prices.

Sustainability has become an increasingly important issue in the UK market. Consumers tend to be well educated and concerned about the environment and especially about sustainability. Grove Mill became famous because of its carbon zero status. The bar of expectation has been raised and new entrants must expect to be scrutinised on their carbon credentials.

We have introduced a number of new flights of New Zealand wine from Neptune Point through to our partner Grove Mill which offer a wonderful range wines from the usual Sauvignon and Pinot Noir to Riesling, Pinot Gris and a late harvest Gewurztraminer.

KEy GRApE VARIETIES

Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Merlot

KEy REGIOnSMarlborough, Hawkes Bay

Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Product Code Pack Size Price Guide

Merlot Cabernet Hawkes Bay [C] 2008/09 6 x 75cl £££ Gold Medal Royal Easter Show Wine Awards 2010 - [NZ] An excellent Merlot/ Cabernet which has a touch of Malbec and Cabernet Franc added to enhance the complexity. Matured for about a year resulting in a wine which has great structure to back its rich, black plum and cedar character which is supported by supple tannins on the smooth finish.

Syrah Hawke's Bay [C] 2007/08 6 x 75cl £££ Trophy [Shiraz] & Gold - Tri Nations Wine Challenge 2010 [NZ] This top quality Syrah thrives on the famed Gimblett Gravels region of Hawke’s Bay and together with warm summer temperatures and a long ripening season results in a wine of exceptional concentration and richness.

Natural Ferment Chardonnay Hawke's Bay [1] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ Grapes are sourced from 5 vineyards in the Hawke's Bay area. This full, ripe chardonnay was barrel-fermented and matured for 6 months on ‘lees’. A rich-textured Chardonnay with a touch of toasty vanilla on the finish.

Cloudy Bay

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc is an undisputed international Ambassador both for the New Zealand wine industry and Marlborough sauvignon blanc. Countless thousands of bottles have found their way into homes, restaurants, boardrooms and picnic baskets the world over.

Pinot Noir Marlborough [C] 2006/07 6 x 75cl £££ The cool climate of Marlborough is ideally suited to grow this premium variety. Silky-smooth on the palate with wonderful fruit flavour.

7816 Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough [1] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £££ The wine that established Cloudy Bay as a world class winery. The grapes are sourced from a variety of estates which provide the fruit for this intensely grassy-gooseberry Sauvignon Blanc.

Chardonnay Marlborough [2] 2007/08 6 x 75cl £££ A very stylish and elegant Chardonnay. Part fermented in stainless steel and the balance in French Oak with a year’s maturation before being reblended and then bottled. An elegant, refined palate with a ripe, creamy texture backed by good acidity and subtle oak on the finish.

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Pinot Gris 17 & Wairau Valleys, Marlborough [3] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ Silver Royal Easter Show NZ 2010 As always this Grove Mill Pinot Gris is an enticing combination of complexity and approachability. This is one of the best produced under this label in years. Delicious!

Home Block Sauvignon (single vineyard) Wairau Valleys, Marlborough [1] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Silver 2010 Decanter World Wine Awards The wine shows a vibrant nose that includes citrus, gooseberry and kiwifruit aromas. The palate has a fresh lemony entry that leads to a medley of herbal and tropical characters. Well weighted with an elegant balance and sustained finish

Grand Reserve Riesling 17 Valley, Marlborough [4] 2009 6 x 75cl £££ Silver 2010 IWC, Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2010 The wine shows intense, sweet fruit, typically Riesling aromas of lemon and lime with a distinctive vineyard character of tangelos. Typically strong 17 Valley minerality. The palate has huge initial impact with weight, complexity and minerality, It’s off-dry with acid to balance and a good long finish.

Late Harvest Gewürztraminer Bedford Road Vineyard, Marlborough [8] 2006 6 x 375ml £££ Concentrated aromas of lychees, fruit blossom, Turkish delight and spice. Bottle age is filling out the palate. The sweetness level is attractive and well balanced, with long length. Classic Gewürztraminer primary fruit characters, with marmalade notes. It should continue to develop with cellaring. Glorious!

Matua Valley

They began as a small, family-run winery in West Auckland, New Zealand, in 1974. Founders Ross and Bill Spence quickly gained a reputation for innovative, award-winning wines, and were first to plant Sauvignon Blanc in New Zealand. Today, this boutique winery produce a wide range of distinctive wines, these innovative, New Zealand wines are now enjoyed all over the world.

6144 Pinot Noir Marlborough [C] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ Vibrant cherry red in colour, the nose exhibits sweet red berry fruit and perfumed floral aromas. The palate is soft, with sweet confectionary ‘strawberries and cream’ fruit balanced nicely with spicy toasted oak and fine tannins. The resulting palate has a delicate structure with length and complexity

7746 Sauvignon Marlborough [1] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Aromas of vibrant tropical and citrus fruits combine with attractive herbaceous characters on the nose. The palate is generous and fruit driven with classical Marlborough acidity giving length and structure

Vidal Estate Founded in 1905, Vidal Estate is one of Hawke's Bay’s oldest boutique wineries, and produces premium quality wines that truly reflect the region and vineyards from which they were sourced.

Pinot Noir Hawke's Bay [B] 2008/09 6 x 75cl £££ The maritime climate is perfect for this Pinot Noir. This outstanding wine was aged for 10 months in French oak which gives the wine great structure to add to the classic sweet raspberry fruit.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Gold County These entry wines represent remarkable value for money and are fruit led, approachable and very easy drinking.

7807 Cabernet Sauvignon Central Valley [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ This is a medium bodied fruit driven Cabernet, soft cassis flavours and an easy drinking style.

8116 Colombard Chardonnay Central Valley [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ A delicious blend with an aromatic nose of green apples and delicate peach flavours.

7795 Blush Rosé Central Valley [3] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ Delicate pale pink colour with flavours of summer fruits and a hint of sweetness on the finish.

Western Cellars

7200 Cabernet Sauvignon Central Valley [B] 2009 6 x 75cl £ A medium bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with bags of Cassis flavours - very easy drinking

7203 Colombard Chardonnay Central Valley [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ A straw yellow colour with notes of Apple, Melon and a hint of oak which follow onto the palate with a smooth soft finish.

Blossom Hill

7239 Red [B] 6 x75cl ££ Soft and fruity, this well rounded soft red balances ripe berry aromas with 12 x 187ml just a hint of spice.

7238 White [2] 6 x75cl ££ Crisp and fruity, this delicate white balances apricot and melon aromas with 12 x 187ml a touch of vanilla. Best enjoyed chilled.

9664 White Zinfandel [4] 6 x75cl ££ Crisp and very fruity with hints of fresh strawberry. 12 x 187ml

Jack Rabbit

Here are 4 classic Californian wines along with the launch of an Italian PG styles designed for the UK market. Jack Rabbit is in the top 10 on-trade UK wine brands which has tripled in size in the last 2 years. This shows the depth of love the consumers have for these wines and is available in 75cl and 187ml sizes.

7809 Merlot [A] 2010 6 x75cl £ Smooth, lively crushed berry fruit aromas and flavours of ripe 12 x 187ml plum and berries.

7275 Chardonnay [2] 2009 6 x75cl £ Rich notes of pineapple, citrus and tropical fruit flavours. 12 x 187ml

7380 Sauvignon [1] 2010 6 x75cl £ Fresh and crisp with delicious fruity flavours of lime and peach. 12 x 187ml

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CALIfORnIACalifornian wines are well known for their high quality, reliability and diversity. California is one of the most diverse wine regions in the world with almost 100 grape varieties grown in almost 100 viticultural areas. California includes dozens of different microclimates and soil types as well as some of the best wine makers in the world.

International demand for California wines continues to grow rapidly. In almost 20 years, exports have increased from $35 million in 1985 to a record $808 million in 2004. This is an average increase of almost 20% per year.

California has now overtaken France as the UK’s second biggest supplier of wine into the Off-trade and continues to grow in strength in the on-trade sector. California are leading with fruit-forward styles of wine, and strong brands, all of which are delivering very easy drinking wines, and have strong connections with the UK consumer. They have absolutely capitalised on the growth in the rosé market.

California is not all about rosé though, with exceptional Zinfandels and Chardonnays and onto Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot, California has a wine that will suit any occasion.

James Pettit Wine Merchants have introduced some new flights like the 770 Miles and increased the range one of the country’s leading Californian brands, Jack Rabbit.

KEy GRApE VARIETIESChardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel, Merlot\

KEy REGIOnSNapa Valley, Sanoma , Lodi Region

Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Stone Cellars

Beringer Vineyards holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously operating winery in the Napa Valley. It is also one of the very few wineries that survived the draconian prohibition of 1922, which lasted over a decade. The estate is also in the National Register for Historic Places as a historic district, a status it has held since 2001. With its perfect blend of modern technology and age old traditions, Beringer Vineyards still produces memorable wines that continue to bring recognition to the company and all of Napa Valley. The Stone cellars Range was named in honour of the original winery built in 1876, these wines are modern and fruit-forward, soft and every day drinking wines.

Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley [C] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ Refined and elegant with an explosion of berry fruit which burst along your palate.

Chardonnay Napa Valley [2] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Tropical aromas and citrus flavours are balanced with a refreshing acidity.

Zinfandel Blush Napa Valley [5] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Vibrant fresh strawberry, honeydew and citrus aromas and flavours.

Ironstone Vineyards

Nestled against the Sierra foothills, Ironstone Vineyards is a winery that places as much emphasis on the natural beauty and history of the surroundings, as they do on the quality on their wines.

Cabernet Franc Sierra Foothills [C] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ Ironstone Vineyards Cabernet Franc is known for its balance and medium body. The nose is full of bright berry fruits and toasty vanilla. On the palate, flavours include cherry, raspberry with oak undertones.

Old Vines Zinfandel Sierra Foothills [C] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Grown in vineyards that are over 45 years old, this medium-bodied Zin has exceptional varietal character with lovely aromas of dark fruit and blackberry. Subtle pepper spice mingles with richly concentrated fruit flavours of blackberry, ripe plums and fresh red raspberries. Barrel ageing created its smooth, silky finish and unprecedented depth.

Sauvignon Sierra Foothills [1] 2007/08 6 x 75cl ££ This New Zealand styled Sauvignon Blanc has a lovely pale yellow-green colour and is loaded with aromas of apricot jam, roses, sweet lime, and grapefruit with a hint of fresh cut grass. It’s a delightfully refreshing style that reveals complex flavours of sweet tropical fruit and pink grapefruit with a lovely hint of vanilla cream that finishes crisp and dry.

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7383 Pinot Grigio (Italy) 2009 6 x75cl £ This is a vibrant dry white wine with crisp citrus notes and flavours of fresh apple and forms part of a range of wines from California.

7204 White Zinfandel [4] 2010 6 x75cl £ Beautiful aromas of fresh strawberries. A classic Californian White Zinfandel. 12 x 187ml

770 Miles

This is brand new to James Pettit & Co Wine Merchants. This high end, super quality wine is very well presented. These wines are fruit focussed with a real depth of flavour and balance.

7206 Zinfandel Central Valley [B] 2009 12 x 75cl ££ A wonderful clear ruby red wine with bags of small red berries and flavoursome hints of blackberry on the nose. This is full-bodied, subtle with light tannins, a warm and vibrant finish.

7115 Chardonnay Central Valley [1] 2009 12 x 75cl ££ This wine is pale yellow with golden highlights in colour. The nose is very aromatic with pineapple notes, white flowers and white pears, while the palate is lively and round, white pear hints and a wonderful sweetness on the finish with a touch of vanilla.

7208 White Zinfandel Central Valley [4] 2009 12 x 75cl ££ This subtle pink Californian Zinfandel is very aromatic, with pronounced red fruit aromas which follow onto the palate. A light, rounded wine, fruity and fresh with balanced acidity to liven it up.

Sutter Home

This collection of wines is from the family owned vineyard of Trinchero, who have owned Sutter Home Winery in Napa Valley since 1947. This winery is now the 4th largest winery in the USA.

7406 Merlot Napa Valley [B] 2008/09 12 x 75cl ££ Deep red in colour and packed with a deep cherry jam flavour. A hint of spice but very approachable.

9218 Zinfandel Napa Valley [C] 2005 12 x 75cl ££ This medium-bodied wine displays classic varietal character with a fresh berry aroma and a hint of black pepper. The flavours are bright and juicy, with a zesty spiciness.

7407 Unoaked Chardonnay Napa Valley [2] 2009 12 x 75cl ££ This wine offers aromas of fresh pear, peach, apple, and lemon. The smooth, round texture, and rich, creamy, fruit flavours persist into a long, flavourful aftertaste

7127 White Zinfandel Napa Valley [4] 2009 12 x 75cl ££ A delicate blush pink colour introduces this fresh, lively wine. On your palate, light creaminess surrenders to a refreshing crisp finish of strawberries and melon.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Cape Spring

7254 Pinotage Western Cape [B] 2010 6 x 75cl £ Ruby red, intense, with purple reflections. Notes of ripe red fruits, strawberry and spices. Round wine with soft and silky tannins.

7817 Chenin Blanc Western Cape [2] 2010 6 x 75cl £ An entry Chenin with notes of pineapples, flowers and pears. Round easy drinking with balance and fruity aromas.

Cape Marlin

7104 Chenin Blanc Western Cape [2] 2010/11 6 x 75cl £ Crisp, clean white with bags of fruit and fresh acidiy.

7122 Cape Red Western Cape [B] 2010/11 6 x 75cl £ A wonderful blend which is fruit driven and easy drinking with a silky finish.

Kleindal

The Society of Vintners, which we, James Pettit & Co, are members, is an exclusive importer of the Kleindal range of wines of which we are very proud. They represent phenominal quality and value for our customers.

5903 Ruby Cabernet Robertson Valley [B] 2010 12 x 75cl ££ Deep in colour, medium bodied and rich in flavour with very soft tannins which make the wine so very approachable a very short while after the vintage.

Cabernet Sauvignon Robertson Valley [C] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ A smooth, full bodied style with rich mulberry, plum and cassis supported by soft tannins. The wine is deep red with good weight made in a friendly new cape style with no hard edges.

7301 Pinotage Robertson Valley [B] 2010 12 x 75cl ££ This is an easy drinking style of Pinotage with well integrated wood and a soft, smooth finish. Bags of fruit flavours form ripe strawberry, juicy plums and rich, red cherry.

5948 Chenin Robertson Valley [2] 2010 12 x 75cl ££ An appealing light straw colour. This is a beautiful wine with varietal flavours of pineapple, granadilla, melon and green apple. This has a very good structure with balanced acidity.

9258 Sauvignon Robertson Valley [1] 2010 12 x 75cl ££ A full bodied wine with wonderful tropical notes and green citrus fruit. This wine is carefully balanced with crisp fresh acidity.

7121 Chardonnay Robertson Valley [2] 2010 12 x 75cl ££ The balance of fresh citrus fruits and rich melon characters gives the wine a full rounded palate that combine well with the subtle creaminess and nuttiness of the gentle oak. The natural acidity follows through to a fresh clean finish.

7154 “Bouquet Blanc” Muscat Colombard Robertson Valley [4] 2010 12 x 75cl ££ This is a gentle muscat scented, aromatic semi sweet white wine with a smooth sublte spicy palate. Generous and succulent but nicely freshened by gentle acid with a fresh clean finish.

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SOUTh AfRICAIn 2010 South African wine sales surpassed that of France for the first time in the UK market in terms of volume. South African wine sales grew 20% by volume to 12,270,000 cases, compared to a decline in French wine sales of 12% percent to 12,266,000 cases. South Africa is now the fourth largest selling country for wine in the UK. AC Nielsen.

Although the South African wine industry is over 350 years old, it has only been in its recent history that exports have seen significant growth. A major factor might be explained by a simple fact of currency, the strength of the Pound vs the Rand, but it has to be said that the quality of wine being exported is better than ever.

With perhaps the most recognisable Chenin Blanc and the very distinctive Pinotage performing brilliantly why not try some remarkable Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz which have risen to the challenge and can compete with the rest of the wine producing world.

The wine styles are delivering the new world fruit driven styles right alongside the more food friendly wine style delivering more savoury notes that you would expect from the more established wine countries of Europe.

The stand out styles that move us beyond Chenin and Pinotage are the wonderful varietals of Sauvignon Blanc, the ever impressive Shiraz, the smooth and full bodied Cabernet and the surprisingly wonderful varietals on the periphery like Semillon and Gewurztraminer.

Our two stand out ranges in the portfolio are Kleindal and Boschendal offering exceptional value and quality.

KEy REGIOnSBreede River, Cape, Robertson Valley

KEy GRApE VARIETIESChenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinotage, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon

Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Product Code Pack Size Price Guide

9630 Sauvignon [2] 2010/11 12 x 75cl ££ A delicate fruitful wine in the “new world” style. The upfront acids add a refreshing dimension. The style is crisp and dry with mouthwatering gooseberry and tropical fruit salad flavours, with a hint of citrus on the palate. These carry through well into a long tangy finish. Nose loaded with guava and coriander amongst other ripe tropical tones.

Inkara Shiraz

Fruit from selected single vineyards, handpicked grapes and a very personal cellar care, combine to make these wines an outstanding addition to any discerning wine connoisseur’s cellar.

Inkara Shiraz Bon Courage Estate 2009 12 x 75cl £££ Gold Medal - Syrah Du Monde, National Winner - Terroir Awards 2010 Complex amalgam red berried fruit, chocolate, espresso, mulberry with sweet spice and smoky oak. Round and full, velvet and lively, ripe and fresh. Silky texture pallet with supple tannins and lots of horsepower. Excellent ageing potential

Bellingham Wine Estate Originally known as ‘Bellinchamp’ (pretty fields), Bellingham begins its story in 1693 with Hollander Gerrit Janz van Vuuren and his French Huguenot wife, who toiled the virgin soil and planted the first 1000 vines.

Bellingham Fusion - Pinotage with a splash of Petit Verdo Groot Drakenstein [E] 2006 6 x 75cl ££ Petit Verdot adds DIMENSION to this great wine. Half of the Pinotage came from weathered old bush vines and the other half from younger trellised vines. The grapes were slowly fermented on the skins to extract maximum flavour and colour before maturation in French and American oak. Fantastic flavours of red berries, coffee beans, cloves and vanilla. This is a meat lover’s wine, perfect for steak, duck, lamb chops, smoked sausages or tomato based pastas.

Bellingham Fusion - Shiraz with a splash of Viognier Groot Drakenstein [D] 2006 6 x 75cl ££ Silver 2009 Decanter World Wine Awards This Shiraz was created from grapes from Agter-Paarl, Stellenbosch and the cooler vineyards of Darling. They have intensity of flavour, aged in French oak, yielding a wine brimming with black cherry, floral violet and spice. Great ageing potential, but if you can’t wait, it’s perfect to serve with steak, goulash, venison or mature cheese.

Bellingham Fusion - Chardonnay with splash of Viognier Groot Drakenstein [2] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ Bronze IWC 2010 These hand picked grapes were harvested at full ripeness and a third were barrel-aged, adding complexity. This exciting wine has flavours of pineapple and tangerine, peach and lemon cream.

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Franschhoek

The valley and village of Franschhoek has a colourful prodigy of over 320 years where by chance of history and circumstance, 44 French Huguenots fled religious persecution and were granted land in this lush and verdant valley. By nature of their knowledge and flair for wine grape cultivation and production, they laid the foundations that successfully established Franschhoek as one of the truly great wine and food destinations in South Africa.

Cabernet Sauvignon Franschhoek Valley [C] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ The expressive nose has classic Cabernet Sauvignon flavours of roasted coffee beans and red berry aromas which continue onto the palate. The well structured palate is classic in style and well rounded with a firm yet silky finish.

Chardonnay Unwooded Franschhoek Valley [1] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Citrus and a slight nuttiness entice the palate, while a delicate kiss of oak adds an exotic spiciness.

Reserve Semillon Franschhoek Valley [2] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ A wonderfull expression of South African Semillon. Displays a luscious core of ripe tropical and tangy citrus fruit entwined with alluring vanilla spice and richness from barrel fermentation and maturation.

Rosé Franschhoek Valley [3] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Predominantly made from Pinotage resulting in a brilliant clear pink colour with an orange tinge. Distinct nose rich in freshly crushed strawberry flavours, with ripe cherry nuances and hints of Turkish delight and spice. The flavours burst with crushed strawberries on the palate with touches of spice. A soft dry finish with a fruity aftertaste.

Bon Courage Estate Wines

These wines are at the heart of Bon Courage Estate, Neatly tucked between the life sustaining waters of the Breede River and the impressive Langeberg mountain range, identified by their elegance, consistency and intense fruit flavours. The range is wide due to the diversity of terroir that characterises the estate. Three separate rivers run through the vineyards, depositing different soil types to match the ideal growing requirements of the various grape varietals. 7105 Cabernet Sauvignon / Shiraz [C] 2009 12 x 75cl ££ An absolute divine nose, which captures the fruitiness of the black grape. Tones of tobacco combined with walnuts and berries make this an outstanding blend. Soft oak gives this blend body and a smooth texture.

7425 Shiraz [C] 2009 12 x 75cl ££ Ripe, sweet-fruited nose with loads of berry fruit, pepper and vanilla with subtle hints of karoo herbs. Full rounded mouth adds plum to all that the nose suggested. Smoke and spice develop as the glass stands. Rounded tannins make for very easy drinking even at this early age but will develop with great benefits over 4/5 years.

9005 Pinotage [B] 2009 12 x 75cl ££ Ripe bananas, mulberry and plum make up complex nose. Smooth, rounded mouth with all the flavour the nose promised with velvety flow across the palate with sweet fruited, well rounded tannins. Long, sustained finish. Good now yet has potential to develop over 4/5 years.

Gewürztraminer [2] 2010/11 12 x 75cl ££ Nose billows with honeysuckle and rose petal. After all the sweet aromas the crisp, bone-dry mouth comes as a pleasant surprise. Good feel, beautifully balanced, elegant and fine. Attractive citrus-rind, crisp, lively finish.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Finca Vieja Clasica Mendoza is the epicentre of Argentinian wines with over 70% of the vineyards found with in its borders and these two represent two classic blends offering beautiful fruit and depth of character that can be enjoyed by all.

5949 Clasica Shiraz Malbec Mendoza [B] 2009/10 12 x 75cl £ Intense red colour with an aroma of raspberries and plums. The palate is soft and easy with plenty of fruit and a long pleasant finish.

8197 Clasica Torrontes/Chardonnay Mendoza [1] 2010 12 x 75cl £ Pale yellow wine with an attractive fragrant nose of citrus and honey. A fresh fruity palate; not too dry, elegant and easy to drink.

Pablo Cortez A beautiful pairing of straight varietals offering very high quality of fruit showing very well now and would suit any wine list. These are good alternatives to the more established New World countries and deliver fresh approachable wine styles.

9522 Malbec Mendoza [C] 2009/10 12 x 75cl £ A vibrant red with violet tones with an aroma of delicate and harmonious mixture of berries, plum marmalade and cherries while on the palate, Intense-bodied wine with sweet and round tannins and a persistent finish.

9840 Chardonnay Mendoza [1] 2009/10 12 x 75cl £ A delicious mixture of pineapple and banana with citrus notes. This is a young and fruity wine with a persistent finish.

Finca Las Moras “Alma Mora Range” This winery is based in the San Juan province in the oldest wine producing area, Tulum Valley. Pure Andean water irrigates the vineyards, which are around 630m above sea level. They have also won numerous awards including Wine Producer of the Year IWSC 2008. 7799 Alma Mora Malbec San Juan [C] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Aromas of cassis plum, raisins and raspberries dominate on the nose and palate flowing onto the palate which is medium to full bodied and finishes with wonderful smoke and vanilla notes.

8101 Alma Mora Cabernet Sauvignon San Juan [B] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Fruity and fresh and busrting with varietal character while on the nose aromas of cassis, violets and berries.

7798 Alma Mora Viognier San Juan [2] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ Aromas of apricots and orange blossom on the nose while the palate delivers a full bodied and refreshing style with rich intense feeling of tropical fruit flavours and a creamy textured mouth feel which lingers.

7393 Alma Mora Shiraz Rosé San Juan [3] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Young fruity and intense with floral notes. Good length with perfect acidity

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From meaty Mendoza Malbecs to surprising Syrahs, Salta’s aromatic Torrontes to classic Cabernet Sauvignons - the Argentine wine industry is now producing great wine from the full variety of grapes. These are fantastic times for Argentina and its wines, with increasing quality and growing maturity in its traditional regions, Mendoza and San Juan, and the investment and development from both inside and outside of Argentina, the wines have never looked so great or been so exciting.

It may be surprising to many to learn that Argentina has the world’s fifth biggest wine industry. Argentina is delivering fabulous wines at a price and quality that is beating everyone else. In fact meat and Malbec seem to go hand in hand. These great food wines are perfect for the on-trade.

We have 3 great ranges for you to consider from the award winning winery of Las Moras who produce Alma Mora from San Juan to Pablo Cortez and Finca Viejo from Mendoza. James Pettit are not just about Malbec either, we definitely want you to take a journey looking at some of what Argentina have to offer. The Viognier with its aromas of peach and orange blossom to a Cabernet Sauvignon which is bursting with berries or a Shiraz Rosé with wonderful fruit and perfect balance, we know you will love our wines.

ARGEnTInA

KEy REGIOnSMendoza, San Juan

KEy GRApE VARIETIESMalbec, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Torrontes,

Chardonnay, Viognier

Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Rio Roca

8912 Merlot [B] 2010/11 6 x 75cl £ A lovely fruit driven merlot from Chile, warm and easy drinking.

9623 Sauvignon Blanc [2] 2010/11 6 x 75cl £ Crisp, clean white with citrus fruits which is fresh and vibrant.

7756 Rosé [3] 2010/11 6 x 75cl £ A young, fruity rosé from Chile with good length and acidity.

Volandas Wines

This is a Society of Vintners exclusive range of on-trade Chilean wines offering real value for money for fantastic entry style wines for which Chile has become famous. 8009 Merlot [B] 2010 12 x 75cl £ Juicy plum and damson flavours with a soft, silky finish.

9729 Cabernet Sauvignon [B] 2010 12 x 75cl £ Lots of blackcurrant and cassis flavours with an underlying hint of eucalyptus.

8008 Sauvignon Blanc [1] 2010 12 x 75cl £ Intense nose of green citrus fruits which follow onto the palate and fresh, crisp grapefruit acidity.

7221 Chardonnay [1] 2010 12 x 75cl £ Tropical fruit flavours, light and elegant with a seductive finish, rich in organic hints.

9247 Cabernet Rosé [2] 2010 12 x 75cl £ Vibrant rosé with amazing floral aromas. Very refreshing with ripe strawberry fruit flavours.

Lomas Carrera

The vineyards get over 300 days of sun a year allowing the winemakers to craft expressive, deep and lush wines. These varietal wines truly express the very essence of the grapes, great fruit in their charcteristic purity.

7814 Merlot Central Valley [C] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ A wonderful ruby red Merlot which is soft and round, full of cherry and plum flavours and enhanced by elegant hints of cocoa. Delicious and very approachable. 8108 Cabernet Sauvignon Central Valley [C] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ Very well balanced red with juicy blackcurrant fruit flavours and a touch of vanilla. Sit back, relax and enjoy.

7915 Carménère Central Valley [C] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ Smooth very approachable red with bags of black plum , pepper and spice. This is a gorgeous wine with good structure excellent balance and lovely length.

9214 Sauvignon Casablanca Valley [2] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ This vibrant and fresh fruit Sauvignon has elegant fruit and citrus flavours. Refreshing, clean and long lasting.

7215 Chardonnay Casablanca Valley [2] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ A well balanced fresh pale gold wine presents rich, green apple and tropical fruit flavours and aromas.

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ChILE

KEy REGIOnSCentral Valley, Maipo, Casablanca, Maule Valley,

Limari Valley

KEy GRApE VARIETIESMerlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Pinot Noir,

Syrah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier

The UK is the biggest export market for Chilean wine. Export figures for the year ending December 2010 released by Vinos de Chile show that the UK bought 7.2% more Chilean wine by value in 2010 than in 2009, purchasing 291,182 more cases than in the previous year.

Large-size wineries such as Errázuriz and Concha y Toro lead the way but they are closely shadowed by boutique wineries that keep on grabbing the attention of traders and consumers alike.

Chile’s imported wines flourish in the UK market. Performance in sales and volume in the retail and the restaurant sectors (off-trade and on-trade market, respectively) reached two digits in 2010 while the whole market itself barely managed to grow.

Chile continues to impress the UK public in both the off and on-trade gaining new listings and not just in the entry market. The wines of Chile continue to over deliver at every price point. The Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc are in high demand but there is more to Chile than these grape varieties. So look out for the Carmenere , Pinot Noir, Nebbilolo to name just a few outstanding wines.

In recognition of all of the above, we at James Pettit have more than doubled our wine options. We have maintained our fantastic entry range from Volandas, introduced an exquisite range from Lomas Carrera which includes a Carmenere from the central valley, retained the phenomenal Ventisquero offering, and included a reserve Pinot Noir and then onto some exceptional cool climate wines with a Syrah and wild ferment wines from Errazuriz.

Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Botalcura El Delirio

The name, El Delirio, originally given to a particular parcel of land at Viña Botalcura. It is a suggestion of dreams and fantasy to use on the Reserve Wines. They are well-balanced wines in which the oak and fruit are in perfect harmony. This range explores the world of blends.

Carménère Merlot Maule Valley [C] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ *** Decanter Red Blends 2008 Intense, fruity aromas of plum and cherry, tobacco, liquorice, leather, olive leaves and pine, with a descreet undertone of wood. Direct attack on the mouth, full palate, with good, persistent volume. Great tannic structure and good acidity balance the alcohol. A long and lingering finish, Bags of fruit from the Merlot and Carménèrre are well balanced.

Chardonnay Viognier Central Valley [2] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ A complex, attractive nose of fruits such as apricot, peach, and pear, joined by notes of grapefuit and tangerine, delicately balanced, while the palate is soft, balanced mid-palate, delicate top notes, and a characteristic slight bitterness on the medium finish. The charms of Chardonnay and Viognier provides voluptuousness in the mouth and intensity of flavours.

Botalcura Nebbiolo

A truly great Chilean wine with tremendous elegance and balance, one to keep for yourself.

9776 Botalcura Nebbiolo Maule Valley [E] 2005 6 x 75cl ££££ This ultra premium wine has intense nose leading with fresh fruit notes of strawberries and blueberry along with notes of spice such as green pepper and cardomom. A well structured palate between acidity and alcohol leaving you with a long, lingering finish.

Maycas del Limari

The winery is located in the Limari Valley on the edge of the mystical Atacama Desert, the driest desert in the World.Its proximity to the coast and the unique soil structure combined with the altitude make it the perfect place to produce quality wines. Syrah is particularly well suited to the region.

Reserve Syrah Limari Valley [D] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ An extremely intense and concentrated wine, a huge Syrah with great quality, concentration and class. Barrel fermented and aged in oak barrels, it shows perfumed black plums, black cherry, cassis, spice, black pepper, dark chocolate and vanilla. Wonderfully Complex.

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Vina Ventisquero

The professionalism, positive energy and commitment to quality, are the watch words of this winery. Under the guidance of head winemaker Felipe Tosso, the winery was built in the Coastal Maipo Valley, where the first wines were produced. Three years later, new steps were taken into the Casablanca Valley and the prestigious Apalta Valley, where Viña Ventisquero’s premium wines are made. With self-owned vineyards in Chile’s top wine producing areas – Coastal Maipo, Casablanca, Leyda and Colchagua – and intensive terroir research, at Viña Ventisquero the challenge is to always offer wines of the highest quality and consistency.

7371 Clasico Merlot Central Valley [B] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Deep ruby red with intense aromas of cherry fruit and ripe plums. Good body with soft tannins and a lingering finish.

8198 Clasico Sauvignon Central Valley [1] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Wonderful intense aromas of pineapple and citrus fruits . Smooth balanced acidity make for a very easy drinking wine.

Vina Ventisquero Reserva

Each bottle exceeds all expectations, delivering the very best quality. Deep colours and suggestive bring this line to life... attractive, elegant wines with fresh, complex aromas.

7452 Pinot Noir Casablanca Valley [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ This complex, elegant Vintage Pinot Noir has a deep, cherry-red in colour with ruby-red notes. The nose offers an elegant bouquet of fresh fruits such as strawberry and morello cherries enhanced with soft vanilla notes from barrel ageing. In the mouth it is fresh with a balanced acidity and soft tannins. It has a long, clean finish.

7470 Sauvignon Casablanca Valley [1] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ This crystalline Vintage Sauvignon Blanc, has complex, elegant aromas of citrus and tropical fruits such as lime, grapefruit, pineapple and dessert pear complemented with soft floral notes and mineral touches. In the mouth it is elegant with a balanced acidity and the freshness that characterises this variety follow on from the nose with a mineral finish that delivers complexity.

Queulat Gran Reserva

Queulat Single Vineyard is the expression of the Vina Ventisquero’s winemaker Sergio Hormazabal, the fruit of his passion and commitment to excellence, conceived from the very beginning with fine cuisine in mind.

7751 Cabernet Sauvignon Maipo Valley [D] 2007/08 6 x 75cl ££ Deep violet, ruby-red colour. The nose is expressive and intense in ripe red and black fruits, especially berries such as strawberries, cassis, prunes and blueberries blended with black pepper, caramel, tobacco and chocolate. In the mouth it is full-bodied with a well-balanced structure and firm, ripe tannins which give it a soft, complex structure followed by a rich, persistent finish.

Pinot Noir 2007/08 Casablanca Valley [C] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ Deep cherry-red colour with red-ruby notes. It exhibits an elegant bouquet such as roses and fresh fruits like strawberries and morello cherries. All this is enhanced with spicy notes and delicate touches of vanilla from the barrel ageing. In mouth it offers a delicate body with a good attack, fresh with a balanced acidity, and soft tannins that deliver greater complexity to its structure.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide

fRAnCEThe facts, even with the loss of its share and number one spot in the off-trade, largely due to the increased competition at the low end of the market, France is still hugely important in the on-trade.

The beauty of French wines is that there is so much variety and diversity. There really is something for everyone. From the tried and trusted styles of the more traditional regions of Bordeaux, Burgundy, Beaujolais, the Loire and the Rhône to the innovative styles and varieties from exemplary wineries in South West France and the Languedoc, France is naturally different. The French have really raised their game when it comes to marketing and winemaking. The overall quality of French wine has never been better and whilst France struggles to compete with some of its competitors at entry level, its mid range and top end sales have seen very strong growth.

We at James Pettit have tasted a whole raft of wines from a whole raft of regions, picking out the best, and have sourced wonderful wines at a variety of price points for you to choose from. Whether it be Classic wines from Burgundy, traditional reds from Bordeaux and the Rhone or rising stars from the South of France we are able to cater for all.

It is worth noting the new categories taking place with quality wines coming out of EU for French wines. Formerly with 4 levels (Vin De Table, Vin De Pays, Vin Délimité de Qualité Superieure and Appellation d’Origine Contrôléé). The reforms will take place from 2012 after the transitional period of 2011.

The new system consists of three categories rather than four, since there will be no category corresponding to VDQS from 2012.

The new categories are:Vin de France, a table wine category replacing Vin de Table, but allowing grape variety and vintage to be indicated on the label.Indication Géographique Protégée, (IGP) an intermediate category replacing Vin de Pays.Appellation d’Origine Protégée, (AOP) the highest category replacing AOC wines.

The largest changes will be in the Vin de France category, and to VDQS wines, which either need to qualify as AOP wines or be downgraded to an IGP category. For the former AOC wines, the move to AOP will only mean minor changes to the terminology of the label, while the actual names of the appellations themselves will remain unchanged. While no new wines will be marketed under the old designations from 2012, bottles already in the distribution chain will not need be relabelled.

KEy REGIOnSLanguedoc, Provence, Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhone, Loire Valley, Alsace

KEy GRApE VARIETIESChardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Grenache.

Errazuriz Wild Ferment Don Maximiano Errazuriz founded Viña Errazuriz in 1870 in the Valle de Aconcagua, 100 kms north of the capital city, Santiago. Recognizing that this valley, with its cool, rainy winters, hot, dry summers and moist Pacific Ocean breezes, was ideal for growing grapes, Don Maximiano sent for the finest clones from France and with tenacity and perseverance transformed this barren land into a world-class vineyard.

Errazuriz Pinot Noir Wild Ferment Casablanca Valley [C] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ Just a beautiful wine with fantastic potential to develop the many complex flavours of great Pinot Noirs.Top quality grapes are selected from the La Escultura estate and fermented in the traditional way using natural grape yeast and matured for 9 months in French Oak.

Errazuriz Chardonnay Wild Ferment Casablanca Valley [2] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ A premium quality cool climate Chardonnay. The grapes are barrel fermented with natural yeasts followed by a 9 month period on its lees ‘sur lie’, resulting in a wine with great complexity and a wonderfully rich butter character.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide

7428 JP Chenet 25cl Cabernet Syrah [C] 2010 6 x 25cl £ A wonderful east drinking red which is fruit driven by the Cabernet and tempered by the soft Syrah notes.

7182 JP Chenet 25cl Colombard Chardonnay [2] 2010 6 x 25cl £ A crisp, light white wine with balanced acidity and green fruits.

IGP Single Varietal Wines Denis Marchais

The Denis Marchais Winery is located in the heart of the Nantais Vineyards at La Sablette De Mouzillon, France.Their first vineyard in the Clos de la Sablette was created in 1860. Originally only producing the wines of “Loire”, Vouvray, Muscadet and Sancerre, Denis Marchais established themselves as a leader in the region. Recently, Denis Marchais has expanded their portfolio to include Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah from the Vins De Pays appellation. Now a very modern winery, their annual production is almost 3,000,000 cases. 9486 Merlot [C] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ The nose on this wine is bursting with ripe fruit and liquorice. It is a very deep rose colour with light blue tints. A rich palate with dissolved tannins, with hints of black cherries and chocolate.

9223 Cabernet Sauvignon [B] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ The deep red colour, velvety texture, complex nose and tannis structure proclaim this wine to be a classic Cabernet Sauvignon. Full-bodied with a bouquet of blackcurrants and cedar. A full-bodied, complex wine, it pairs nicely with all hearty dishes.

9033 Sauvignon IGP Val de Loire [1] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ Light yellow colour with green hints. A dry, fresh wine with lively acidity and a very distinctive Sauvignon Blanc character, bags of gooseberries with grassy notes.

9271 Chardonnay IGP Val de Loire [2] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ Full of varietal character, this wine is wonderfully fresh, crisp and dry with fruity overtones of green apples. An excellent compliment to seafood, poultry and most light dishes.

9446 Syrah Rosé [3] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ The Denis Marchais Syrah Rosé has a beautiful deep pink colour. The nose is refreshing, fruity with attractive strawberry and cherry aromas. The taste is full and lively.

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VIN DE FRANCE

Product Code Le Cellier Pack Size Price Guide

A brand new range of entry wines which are ideal for any house wine on a list. We are all very aware of the importance of House wine on your list and to that end we have sourced a few that you can look at. Le Cellier will now run as our core french entry listing in 75cl and 1.5L and represent very good quality entry wines at an inexpensive price point to make a superb house wine.

7219 Le Cellier Red 75cl [B] 6 x 75cl £7128 Soft fruity red, easy to drink on its own but with soft rounded 6 x 1.5L ££ tannins ideal for partnering with food

7397 Le Cellier Dry White 75cl [2] 6 x 75cl £7246 A crisp fresh dry white 6 x 1.5L

7247 Le Cellier Medium Dry White 75cl [3] 6 x 75cl £7149 A fruit driven, fresh juicy medium dry white 6 x 1.5L

7214 Le Cellier Rosé 75cl [3] 6 x 75cl £ A light, fresh rosé with real fruit focus making it a perfect summer drink.

INDICATION GEOGRAPHIQUE PROTÉGÉE (IGP) FORMERLY VIN DE PAYS

Baron D’ Arignac

Wonderful entry wines from the South of France. This traditionally crested style of wines have long been the wines of choice for entry wines in the on-trade with the upgrade in quality.

8102 Baron D’ Arignac Red [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ An array of concentraded fruit flavours with fine tannin and lovely length.

8125 Baron D’ Arignac White [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ Green apple notes on the palate, crisp with a dry yet soft finish.

IGP Varietal Blends Lou Magret

A pair of varietal blends from the Oc. These beautifully presented pair of house wines represent good quality at reasonable prices.

9886 Lou Magret Grenache Merlot [C] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ A wonderful richness on the nose, full bodied, fruity yet supple on the palate

9861 Lou Magret Colombard Sauvignon VDP Cote du Gascogne [1] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ This dry white blend delivers excellent ripe fruit on the nose with notes of citrus and passionfruit.

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7714 Domaine de la Baume ‘Elisabeth’ Viognier [2] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Gold Medal Vinalies Internationales 2009 Excellent wine with a very aromatic nose which is dominated by dried fruits and apricots, a hint of citrus even candied orange. The aromatic sensation then continues onto the palate. Very pleasant in the mouth, light and silky with a hint of spice.

Rare Vineyards

The collection brings together unconventional wines from familiar regions using grapes from selected growers in the Languedoc. The pair consist of a Malbec using fruits from vineyards near Béziers and a Pinot Noir sourced from Limoux near the Pyrenean foothills.

Rare Vineyards Pinot Noir [C] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ This Pinot Noir has a smooth, velvety palate shows cherry and blueberry flavours backed with a hint of sweet oak spice. Rare Vineyards Malbec [C] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ The home of Malbec is perhaps in the South West of France. This Malbec is velvety, overtly fruity with violet aromas and some spice on the palate.

SOUTHERN FRANCE REGIONAL WINESThere has been significant changes in the French regional wines with focus on ripe fruits especially in the face of New World diversity and yet these wines are still unmistakenly French.

Domaine de Clausade

Domaine de Clausade Coteaux de Languedoc [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ Intensley aromatic nose but delivers ripe red berries and spicy notes on the palate.

Château Carbonac

Château Carbonac Corbières [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ A beautiful deep, dark red wine with an intense aromas of spices and very ripe red berries and liquorice. A well structured palate with disolved tannins that linger invitingly on the palate.

Château Tourens

Château Tourens Minervois [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ A crimson red and purple tinted wine has intense and complex hints of red berries. The palate is dominated by a supple yet robust structure.

Château D’Agel Les Bonnes

Château D’Agel Les Bonnes Minervois [C] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ A particularly superb red with a profusion of intermingled aroma of morello cherry, peppery spices and liquorice. The taste is round, clean, balanced and accompanied by prune and quince undertones.

Henri Gaillard

7793 Henri Gaillard Rosé Provence [2] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ A pale rosé, elegant in style with delicate aromas of red berries, redcurrants and spices. It is full-bodied and rich with real finesse.

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Product Code Louis Eschenauer Pack Size Price Guide

With an excellent reputation the whole world over, Louis Eschenauer goes back more than two centuries moving from Alsace in 1821 and setting up in Bordeaux. This is our second range of Oc wines listing all the classic varietals delivering high quality wines in a well presented Bordeaux bottle from one of the leading Bordeaux suppliers.

9461 Cabernet Sauvignon [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ An intense garnet/ Crimson red with bags of fruit, red berries, blackcurrants with green peppers and notes of spice. Good tannic structure with liquorice notes with good length on the palate.

9466 Merlot [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ A lovely Southern French Merlot delivering a real fruit driven red with red berries, blackcurrant, cherry and raspberry preserve. Soft velvety tannins and a good length on the palate.

9859 Sauvignon Blanc [1] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ This pale yellow Sauvignon has a highly expressive nose with pineapples and exotic fruit which then deliver on the palate with undertones of lemon and grapefruit.

9465 Chardonnay [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ Unoaked Chardonnay with an expressive nose with undertones of fresh butter, acacia, pineapple and exotic fruit and the palate is round, light and well balanced with notes of lemon.

9847 Cinsault Rosé [3] 2010 6 x 75cl £ A wonderful wine with intense fruity notes of red berries and strawberries and light spicy nuances. The taste is then round and lively, rich and light, with long lasting aromas of red berries.

Domaine de la Baume

The estate was established two centuries ago by the Prat family. The owners have built a house full of character, a real Languedoc folly. La Baume really came to life again in 1990, the date on which it was bought out by the Australians from Thomas Hardy and Sons. In 10 years, this property has been completely transformed. The vineyard has been entirely replanted and increased to 45 hectares with high trellises, total cover planting and automatic fertilisation. These wines are Premium Vin De Pays and are of very high quality, from the liquid to the label and onto the bottle.

‘Grand Chataignier’ Merlot [B] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ A gorgeous garnet red of medium intensity, red berries, blackcurrents which follow you from your nose and onto the palate with velvety tannins and a good length. 7172 ‘La Juenesse’ Syrah [B] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ A fantastic wine which is an attractive brilliant crimson colour with pleasant and expressive nose whick evokes blackberry and violet notes. A well-rounded palate with silky tannins and peppery notes with a perfectly balanced finish.

‘Les Mariés’ Sauvignon [1] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Gold Medal 2008 Top 100 Vins de Pays Seductive aromatic aromas of limes, pink grapefruit and asparagus tips. Surprisingly gentle acidity on the palate but supported by citrus fruits and finishes with a sweet freshness on the palate.

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Product Code Cru Bourgeois Pack Size Price Guide

Château L’Ermitage Listrac Listrac-Médoc A.O.P. [C] 2007/09 6 x 75cl ££ This wonderfully complex wine has powerful woody bouquet with very sweet vanilla aromas. It is well structured with a creamy taste. Nicely balanced with flavours of ripe dark fruit and sweet spices.

7404 Château Fontesteau Haut-Médoc [C] 2004/05 6 x 75cl £££ Ripe flavours of blackcurrent and liquorice, balanced tannins and well rounded on the palate.

Château Preuillac Médoc A.O.P. [C] 2005 6 x 75cl £££ Good bouquet with ample fruit and softening silky tannins and a long spicy finish. This has real finesse and style and is drinking very well now.

Château Tayac Margaux A.O.P. [C] 2007/08 6 x 75cl £££ This very dark reby red wine (hints of purple), delivers a complex and lingering spicy aroma. A subtle balanced lingering taste of cherry jam and chocolate.

Château Behèré Paullac A.O.P. [C] 2008/09 6 x 75cl £££ A classic Pauillac, deep dark red with a complex liquorice nose with flowers and red berries and a rich long finish.

Château Martin - Cuvée La Peseille St Estephe [B] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ A fabulous open and approachable bordeaux red with complex fruity bouqet with aromas of blackcurrant and candied morello cherries. A subtle fruity lingering taste with undertones of strawberries and jam.

Vieux Château Négrit

The village of Montagne lies opposite the Saint-Émilion Appellation and shares its major characteristics. Less well known, its wines are wonderfully surprising. They are elegant, full-bodied and distinguished. Alexander Blanc, the owner and winemaker , manages this small estate single handedly to produce wonderfully fruity, rich wines.

9406 Vieux Château Negrit Montagne, Saint Émilion [C] 2007/08 6 x 75cl ££ Montagne-Saint-Emilion wines are elegant, full-bodied and always distinguished. They are generally robust with wonderful Merlot and Cabernet Franc tannins contributing to their structure. Intense aromas of red berries, undergrowth and cherry are joined by, blackberries and liquorice to balance the power of these wines.

Château Tomas Lussac Saint Émilion [C] 6 x 75cl ££ Luscious and intense aromas, with notes of red berries (strawberry, raspberry and cherry) also have accents of leather, plums and spices. Tertiary notes of game complement this complex aromatic profile.

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Product Code Domaine Sainte-Anne Pack Size Price Guide

Picpoul de Pinet, Domain Sainte-Anne Picpoul [2] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ This is a bright and fresh wine with plenty of citrussy fruit and is particularly good with seafood.

BORDEAUX Dulong

130 years of experience and 5 generations of the same family

9525 Dulong Rouge [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ A lovely traditional Claret with a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot.

9784 Dulong Sauvignon [1] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ A dry elegant and fruity wine which is perfect for those long summer days.

Château Lavison

Three generations of the Martet family run this spectacular 12th century château in the Entre-Deux-Mers. The family is passionate about protecting the environment and manage their estate under sustainable farming techniques.

7158 Château Lavison Entre-Deux-Mers [B] 2006 12 x 75cl ££ This is a warm medium bodied red from Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Château Tour de Perrigal

Château Tour de Perrigal Bordeaux Superior [C] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Very dark ruby in colour, this wine shows distinct cassis (blackcurrant) aromas with earthy overtones of leather. A bit austere at first, lean, tart fruit flavours are medium-bodied and earthy, consistent with the nose

Château Clair Moulin

Château Clair Moulin Médoc [C] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Intense small red berry fruits predominate on the nose. The palate delivers a powerfull mouth and good length.

Calvert

Perhaps Britain’s best selling Appellation Brand

7147 Calvert, Reserve De L’estey A.O.C Médoc [C] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ A radiant ruby red wine with a fine and delicate bouquet of ripe fruit, dark cherry & plum, and spices such as cinnamon. A robust and well balanced wine.

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Garonnelles Sauternes Sauternes [8] 2007/08 12 x 37.5cl £££ This classic wine is made only in very limited quantities when the autumnal mists enable the development of ‘noble rot’ on the grapes. This wine hails from the same stable as Château Climens a Premier Cru Barsac. Made exclusively from Sémillon, this is a rich, luscious wine to linger over.

Château du Seuil, Cerons [8] 2006/07 6 x 50cl £££ This tiny appelation of Cérons, which borders the northern side of Sauternes, has created a rich, luscious wine with a pronounced honeyed bouquet and fresh, citrus flavours, using the same labour-intensive methods as Sauternes.

BURGUNDYBurgundy is one of France’s main wine producing areas. It is well known for both its red and white wines, mostly from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes varieties, although other varieties are used but governed by the AOC status. The region is divided into the Côte-d’Or, where the most expensive and prized Burgundies are found, and Beaujolais, Chablis, the Côte Chalonnaise and Mâcon.

Chablis

The Chablis vineyard occupies the slopes which border the valley of the Serein. It is an undulating region whose hilltops are very often wooded. The production of the Chablis covers about twenty villages and is the most northerly of all burgundian regions. Chardonnay is the only grape permitted to be grown in this region and still be called Chablis. These wines are renowned for their pure flinty and mineral style.

8076 Victor Berard Chablis [2] 2009 6 x 75cl £££ This wine is balanced and supple with a delicate butttery note. The lively finish provides a burst of freshness.

9777 Chablis ‘Elegance’ [1] 2009 12 x 75cl ££ A classic Chablis wine with the typical dry apple and spice flavours that beautifully accompany fish, white meat and salad dishes.

7713 Château De Viviers [1] 2009 6 x 75cl £££ Located around the village of Viviers, at the east of Chablis city. It is the highest part of the whole Chablis vineyard. Very fresh, on the nose a mixture of citrus and grapes with a delicate floral touch. On the palate, it has a fine Chablis minerality in tune with the roundness of chardonnay which gives it great length.

7646 Chablis 1er Cru ‘Les Vaucopins’ - Château de Viviers [2] 2006 6 x 75cl £££ It has a beautiful gold colour with green gleams. Its nose is delicate with aromas of white and exotic fruits. On the palate, it is mineral, sinewy with a good length.

Chablis Grand Cru Les Blanchots Château de Viviers [2] 2005 6 x 75cl £££ 80% of harvest is vinified in stainless steel and 20% in 3 year old oak, the two parts are matured separately for 6 to 8 months on lees, then blended prior to bottling after 1 year’s maturation. This wonderful wine has a very bright and pale silver-gilt colour. The nose is fresh and young with limestone marl minerality, some what iodine, plus aromatic herbs and box. Fleshy and generous, it has fine body and great lenght on the palate.

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Product Code Saint Émilion Pack Size Price Guide

Saint-Émilion is one of the most beautiful wine-producing villages in France. Famous wines are produced in this distinguished world heritage site where Merlot achieves its maximum quality. The medieval village of Saint-Emilion was accepted by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site both for its historical value and its importance as an exceptional wine-growing terroir. Château La Pointe Bouquey [C] 6 x 75cl ££ A colour of dark garnet red with subtle shades of Purple. The nose is complex and fruity with aromas of blackcurrants. The taste is supple and well balanced with undertones of liquorice and blackberries.

Vieux Château des Combes Grand Cru [C] 6 x 75cl £££ The average age of the vines is around 40 years with Merlot forming the majority. The wine has a deep garnet colour with subtle shades of pink. Its bouquet is delicate, complex and ligering aromas of red berries and vanilla. On the palate it is supple and balanced with undertones of candied fruit.

Château Laroque Grand Cru Classé [C] 2001 6 x 75cl ££££ A good garnet red colour with a complex nose full of small black fruits, blackberries, blueberries cherries with a hint of cocoa and roasted coffee. On the palate the attack is generous and suave, the ripe tannins develop a delightful spicy character.

Château Tauzinat L’Hermitage Grand Cru [C] 2004 6 x 75cl £££ This from a small estate, one of the oldest in the area. The wines of this property are elegant, generous, with good ageing potential. These are wines that have a soul and are sincere, beyond fashion and without mascara.

Château Trimoulet Grand Cru [C] 2003 6 x 75cl ££££ Founded in early 18th Centuary, eight generations of Trimoulet family have lovingly tended this vineyard in the historic region of Saint Emilion. The wine has a wonderful, fine, concentrated nose, with a powerful bouquet of ripe fruit and silky smooth tannins.

9257 Château Bellevue de Galvesse Lalande de Pomerol [B] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ Due to its proximity to its prestigious neighbouring AOC Lalande-de-Pomerol gained well-deserved recognition. Its terraces make it a terroir worthy of its ambitions. Very dark crimson in colour. The nose is complex, lingering with aromas of cherry jam. A well balanced structure and roundness with undertones of prune and liquorice.

Château Tailefer Pomerol [C] 2005/06 6 x 75cl ££££ Thanks to its soil, Pomerol is home to the world’s elite Merlot-based wines. These wines, blessed by the gods, combine exceptional aromatic power with incredibly velvety tannins.The complex structure of this wine is elegant and generous, to the dark colour and rich bouquet. Its exceptional ageing potential and the Château Taillefer one of the most renowned wines of Pomerol.

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Puligny Montrachet Lupe Cholet [1] 2006 6 x 75cl £££ Its colour is a quite full, fine gold. In the nose, It is delicate and intense with notes of honey, hawthorn, candied orange. On the palate, with nice liveliness, it is fleshy with a body well-balanced on discreet new oak.

Mâconnais

The Mâconnais vineyard marks the southern border of Burgundy. It is 35km in length, lying between Sennecey-le-Grand and Saint-Vérand, and 10km wide, bordered in the west by the valley of the Grosne and in the east by the valley of the Saone. With the exception of the village of Lugny, the outlying area, and the southern part of the vineyard which correspond to village A.O.C. terroirs.

7939 Macon Rouge Labaume [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ A young wine which is fruit driven from the Gamay grape.

7919 Macon Blanc Villages D’Viré Clessé [1] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ An elegant white which is dry and fresh.

7369 Bourgogne Viré Clessé [1] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ This wonderfully firm and crisp wine is vinified with out oak. The fruit is round with intense character.

7740 Pouilly Fuissé Lupet Cholet [1] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Fine green-gold colour. Very delicate nose with discreet wooding, and notes of white fruit and spices. Vinous and mineral, it has excellent length on the palate.

Beaujolais

Beaujolais wine generally made of the Gamay grape which has a thin skin and is low in tannins. Whites from the region, which make up only 1% of its production, are made mostly with Chardonnay grapes though Aligoté is also permitted. Beaujolais tends to be a very light-bodied red wine, with relatively high amounts of acidity. In some vintages, Beaujolais produces more wine than the Burgundy wine regions of Chablis, Côte d’Or, Côte Chalonnaise and Mâconnais put together.

9846 Beaujolais Villages - Victor Berard [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Red berry aromas mingled with spice while the palate delivers supple and structred taste with well-balanced silky tannins. A lively finish enhanced by the acidity and finishes with lingering fruity aroma.

Morgon - Victor Berard [B] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ A wonderfully heavy and intense bouquet with undertones of kirsch. Full-bodied with thick tannins. A rich and harmonious wine.

Brouilly - Victor Berard [B] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ An elegant style with high intensity of red berries mingled with sweet spice.

7242 Fleurie Château de L’Abbaye [B] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Produced from extremely old vines, 100% Gamay, it is matured in the Château’s vaulted cellars. The delightful aromas of dark berries, ripe raspberries and peonies accompanied by hints of white flowers follow you onto the palate and finish off with light tannins.

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Product Code Côtes De Nuits Pack Size Price Guide

The Côte de Nuits vineyard has contributed for nearly two thousand years to the reputation of Burgundy wines and continues today to be one of the world benchmarks for great red wines. Its “crimson and gold” vineyard occupies a narrow strip of slopes which extends over twenty kilometres between Dijon and Corgoloin, and in places is only two or three hundred metres wide.

Gevrey Chambertin ‘Clos Prieur’ [C] 2007 6 x 75cl £££ *** Recommended Decanter - April 2007 It is deep garnet-red in colour. It is fresh and delicate, with typical aromas of black berries, black pepper and an earthy, humus touch. Fleshy and fully tannic in body, it is underlined by balanced oak.

7160 Nuits St Georges Lupe Cholet [C] 2003 6 x 75cl £££ Deep ruby-red colour with raspberry gleams. Initially in the nose, there are aromas of forest-floor and slight mushroom, followed by notes of red fruit. Oaky and spicy on the palate, then cherry aromas.

Côtes De Beaune The Côte de Beaune vineyard covers only about twenty km, between Ladoix-Serrigny and the magnificent slope of the Maranges. On this often narrow slope, magnificently exposed to the rising sun, the greatest dry white wines in the world (Puligny Montrachet) grow alongside renowned red wines (Pommard).

9270 Bourgogne Pinot Noir - Victor Berard [C] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Rich crimson in colour, with bags of small red and dark berries, strawberry, cherry, blackcurrant, bilberry with notes of pepper. Its tannins and fruit combine on the palate to balance the effect of secondary aromas.

9751 Bourgogne Chardonnay - Victor Berard [2] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ A complex floral and fruity bouquet with undertones of dried fruit. The taste is round and full-bodied on the palate with a mineral touch and fresh finish.

Côtes de Beaune Villages Lupe Cholet [B] 2006 6 x 75cl £££ It has a very deep and dark garnet-red colour. The nose is delicate, it has aromas of small black fruit, prune, date and spices. On the palate, it is fleshy with a well-balanced medium body and discreet new oak.

Beaune 1er Cru Les Bressandes Domaine du Ch. Gris [C] 2004 6 x 75cl £££ It has a very deep ruby-red colour. The nose is fresh and still young, it is delicately aromatic with red fruit cream and spices including pepper. On the palate, it has plenty of volume and spirit with a fine tannic body and discreet new oak.

8924 Pommard Les Rugiens Lupe Cholet [C] 2002 6 x 75cl £££ It has a very deep ruby red colour. In the nose, it is highly scented : red fruit, e.g. raspberry jam and strawberry and black fruit, e.g. blackberry and sweet black cherry. Full fleshed and big on the palate, it has good body finely balanced with delicate tannins on a background of gentle new oak.

Meursault Lupet Cholet [1] 2006 6 x 75cl £££ Pale gold crystalline in colour with straw yellow glints. It has a intense nose with delicate smoked wooded hints. Notes of dried fruit, hazelnuts and a hint of minerality. The palate is well-balanced, powerful with a good lenght. Lightly melted and harmonious tannins.

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Côtes du Rhône Blanc, Les Rabassières Villages [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ The grapes are blended with Grenache and Viognier and sourced from 30 and 70 year old vines which account for the concentrated and complex flavours. Supple, ripe apricot and peach with a touch of tropical fruit on the nose followed by floral and citrus notes, well-balanced palate with a complex finish.

LOIRE VALLEYThe Loire Valley wine region includes the French wine regions situated along the Loire River from the Muscadet region near the city of Nantes on the Atlantic coast to the region of Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé just southeast of the city of Orléans in north central France.

Pouilly Fumé “Domaine Minet [1] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Just what we love about a Fumé ... An expressive nose with undertones of expressive fruit. The fresh attack of balanced fruit with touches of flowers and plants and a very pleasing finish.

9274 Sancerre “Les Lorys” [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Expressive with floral and fruity nuances. A fresh acidity with a supple and full-bodied mouth feel, very typical Sauvignon.

6119 Sancerre Domaine Durand [1] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £££ A medium bodied wine with crisp yet balanced acidity, firm fruit and a lingering finish.

9891 Sancere Domaine Durand Rosé [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £££ Something new to James Pettit a rosé from Sancerre. This pale coloured rosé has a discreet and delicate nose with nuances of red berries and flowery notes. The acidity is zippy and fresh with a palate which is full-bodied and a finish which is fruity.

7148 Domaine de la Jousselinière Muscadet “Sur Lie” [1] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ A classis wine from the Loire. Crisp clean and fresh but with a wonderful mouthfeel gained from time on its lees.

Muscadet sèvre et maine La Doussinere [1] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ A bone dry white wine from the Muscadet grape, grown in the western Loire Valley close to the city of Nantes.

Touraine Sauvignon, Domaine Trotignon [1] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ Made from the most famous of Loire grapes, comes this zesty, gooseberry scented wine with a dry, crisp finish.

6305 Rosé D’Anjou Marques de Goulaine [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Supple and fresh, well balanced with fruity and floral flavours and a lovely lingering finish.

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RHONEThe Rhône wine region in Southern France is situated in the Rhône river valley and produces numerous wines under various Appellation d’origine contrôlée (AOC) designations. The region’s major appellation in production volume is Côtes du Rhône AOC. The Rhône is generally divided into two sub-regions with distinct vinicultural traditions, the Northern Rhône and the Southern Rhône. The northern sub-region produces red wines from the Syrah grape, sometimes blended with white wine grapes, and white wines from Viognier grapes. The southern sub-region produces an array of red, white and rosé wines, often blends of several grapes such as in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

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7466 Côte Du Rhône - Victor Berard [B] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ A typical red from the South of Rhône, red berries, strawberriesblackberries and spicey notes. A very round warming wine.

9695 Côte Du Rhône Vommandeur de St. Michel [A] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ A blend of Grenache and Syrah, this wine is balanced with fabulous fruit flavours and good length.

Côtes du Rhône La Denteliere [C] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ Soft and peppery Grenache with some Syrah, Cinsault & Mouvedre resulting in typically warm and ripe flavours on the palate.

Crozes Hermitage La Maurelle [D] 2008/09 6 x 75cl £££ A classic Northern Rhône red produced from the only permitted red grape, Syrah. Gently aged in large oak casks this wine shows classic varietal character, spicy, with mellow tannins on the supple finish showing ripe cherry and plum fruit with floral notes.

7450 Victor Berard Crozes Hermitage [C] 2008/10 6 x 75cl ££ A powerfull wine from start to finish. Wonderfully dark in colour, this wine is expressive and complex. Dark fruits are overlaid with spice and liquorice then some aromas of garrigue and finally by woody undertones. A perfectly balanced finish on disolved tannins.

8121 Victor Berard Gigondas [B] 2008 6 x 75cl £££ Attractive deep colour with intense aroma dominated by Syrah which gives the expression to the palate. Wonderful harmony with lingering spicy undertones and dissolved tannins.

8124 Châteauneuf du Pape Victor Berard [D] 2007 6 x 75cl £££ Deep garnet with small red berries and spices. This is full-bodied with rounded fruit and a very full length.

Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvée Tradition [D] 2007/08 6 x 75cl £££ A rich, southern Rhône red from the area’s most prestigious appellation and presented in the classic embossed bottle. Grenache, Syrah and Mouvedre dominate and is a fine example of this world famous wine.

Roquebrussane St Joseph [D] 2007/08 6 x 75cl £££ Made from the small berried Syrah vines in the Northern Rhône and aged for about a year in a mix of French oak barrels and large wooden ‘tuns’. The palate is well integrated with crunchy, blackberry, raspberry and sweet notes of liquorice and spice.

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In the past it was sometimes said that Italians kept their best wines to themselves while supplying foreign markets with tasty but anonymous wine. It has to be noted that the markets have changed radically in recent times as consumers in the UK and Italy itself, have insisted on better quality.

For a while it may have seemed that the worldwide trend to standardize vines and wines was bound to compromise Italy’s role as the champion of diversity. But, instead, leading producers in many parts of the country have kept the emphasis firmly on traditional vines. They have taken the authentic treasures of their ancient land and enhanced them in modern wines whose aromas and flavours are not to be experienced anywhere else. Getting to know the unique wines of Italy is an endless adventure in taste.We have worked extremely hard to bring our Italian offering to life with representative examples of the key regions, Abbruzzo, Veneto, Tuscany, and Piemonte. We can bring to you the style and the quality at a reasonable price and deliver a wine that the consumers will love.

On a large number of wine lists, the Italian section tends to carry only a Pinot Grigio. This style of wine has delivered what the consumer was looking for, especially when so much white wine in the market place was heavily oak influenced. Time has moved on a decade and still we find Pinot Grigio in high demand. The issues we now see flooding the market are the bland cheap versions of Pinot Grigio and often influenced by other grape varieties. Our San Giorgio stands out as a leader when compared to these imitations, full flavoured with back bone and elegance.

So whether you are after a Valpolicella, a Chianti Classico Riserva or just something very soft and easy like a classic Montepulciano d’Abbruzzo then rest assured we have it.

ITALy

KEy REGIOnSAbbruzzo, Veneto, Tuscany, Piemonte

KEy GRApE VARIETIESPinot Grigio, Sangiovese, Montepulciano, Barbera,

Chardonnay, Primativo, Corvina Nebbiolo

ALSACEIf you’re looking for the perfect wine to match with Asian food, look no further! Alsace wines’ purity of fruit, good acidity and low levels of tannin make them the perfect accompaniment for a host of cuisine styles including Chinese, Indian, Thai, Japanese and many more…

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Since 1904. Following the rules of the art is essential for creating great wine. It is for this reason that the House of Arthur Metz has always selected its terroirs in ideally located plots with the highest respect for tradition, and pays quite particular attention to the quality of its vines and grapes. Rewarded with numerous medals and the recognition of its customers, Arthur Metz is also the symbol of the marriage between age-old know-how and the creativity of a proactive enterprise.

Arthur Metz Gewürztraminer [3] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ A wonderful example of how great Alsace Gewürztraminer can be with a nose which is both powerful and elegant, roses, mango and spice a round structured style with a lovely long finish. Arthur Metz Riesling [2] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ A fantastic wine with characteristic dried fruit undertones, classically delicate with floral notes. Fresh, full-bodied with wonderful balance on the palate with a lemony finish.

Arthur Metz Pinot Blanc [3] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Just outstanding, Fresh with aromas of white flowers and yellow fruit and a supple fruit driven palate..... A real thirst quenching wine.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Product Code Pack Size Price Guide VENETO

Veneto is among the foremost wine-producing regions, both for quality and quantity. The region counts over 20 DOC zones. The three most well known DOCs are Bardolino, from the town with the same name and surrounding the shores of Lake Garda, Valpolicella, and Soave. Some note worthy wines from this region are Amarone (a rich and powerful red from the Verona province) and the excellent Prosecco.

7525 VIlla Serena Merlot 6 x 75cl £ A well rounded, medium bodied soft wine that gives typical character of Merlot grapes. This wine is deep ruby red colour and boasts lively aromas of soft red berries and plum fruits.

7426 VIlla Serena Chardonnay 6 x 75cl £ With a subtle fruity nose this Chardonnay has an extremely pleasant mouth feel. Dry and full bodied on the palate with a mellow, velvety finish.

San Giorgio

These wines are crafted for us by the 3rd generation of the Pasqua family. Their great wines are the result of the passion and dynamism for which they have grown great quality grapes - Grapes with the potential to become fine wines that are exemplary expressions of some of Italy’s best production areas. From Pinot Grigio to Amarone to Prosecco.

7300 San Giorgio Pinot Grigio delle Venezie [2] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ A Pinot Grigio which actually delivers and is created for us by the now famous Pasqua family. Clean, crisp with loads of flavour all the way from venezie. This is fuller in style than many PG’s on the market today.

7702 San Giorgio Pinot Grigio Blush delle Venezie [3] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Wonderfully light and delicate with crisp flavours of ripe summer berry fruit and well balanced acidity which lifts it all to perfect harmony.

7383 Jack Rabbit Pinot Grigio [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ This is a vibrant dry white wine with crisp citrus notes and flavours of fresh apple and forms part of a range of wines from California.

8199 Villa Borghetti Pinot Grigio delle Venezie [2] 6 x 75cl ££ A well balanced easy drinking Pinot Grigio which is fresh and clean.

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ABRUZZO

Abruzzo produces just one DOCG and three DOC wines that used to be little known abroad and misjudged as cheap, generic, supermarket varieties. This is changing though, as of much of southern Italy the region is undergoing a gradual transition from bulk-wine production to bottled, boutique wines. In other words, a transition from a strictly industrial wine culture to one in which a limited and cared-for production that can bring commercial success and prosperity to the local residents. 9929 Casal Bordino Montepulciano d’Abrruzzo DOC [B] 2008 6 x 75cl £ An intense ruby red coloured wine, with a full body. The palate is fruity with a well balanced taste.

San Giorgio Montepulciano d’Abruzzo [B] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Another Pasqua success, dark opaque in colour with warm winter fruit delivering a soft well balanced easy red.

Casal Bordino Trebbiano DOC [2] 2010 6 x 75cl £ A dry white wine with a fruity aroma and crisp, refreshing taste. The wine is well balanced overall.

9619 Frascati Superior Colle Fiorito Lazio [1] 6 x 75cl ££ This noble wine is produced with grapes harvested from the finest districts of Frascati DOC, carefully selected and expertly blended. The wine has a light straw colour, delicately fruity flavours and a dry velvety smooth finish.

Villa Desideri IGT Lazio Red Lazio [B] 6 x 75cl £ Ruby red in colour with delicate purple reflections. On the nose this wine is floral & intense with a soft and harmonious palate and persisting aftertaste

Villa Desideri IGT Lazio White Lazio [2] 6 x 75cl £ With an intensely fresh & fruity fragrance, this wine reveals delicate undertones of fruit on the palate and follows with a lingering aromatic aftertaste

Villa Desideri IGT Lazio Rosé Lazio [2] 6 x 75cl £ Striking rosé colour with fresh and fruity aroma. On the palate this wine is refreshing and well balanced with a light fruity persistency.

Sole di Puglia Negroamoro Puglia [C] 6 x 75cl £ Deep ruby red in colour with a full aroma of ripe black berry fruits. Dry and intense on the palate with a subtle bitter aftertaste

Sole di Puglia Malvasia Chardonnay Puglia [2] 6 x 75cl £ A light straw yellow colour with a youthful, delicate fragrance. Refreshingly crisp & dry on the palate

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Le Poessie Amarone [E] 6 x 75cl ££ This superb wine has a deep ruby red colour, with aromas of cherries, berries, exotic fruits and a flavourthat is warm, soft and full-bodied. With velvety tannins this wine produces a long pleasant aftertaste

Rocca Sveva Valpolicella Superiore DOC [C] 6 x 75cl ££ A blend of the finest Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes, this wine is soft and supple with beautiful balance and plenty of character. Full bodied with intense, lightly spiced, sweet cherry flavours and dark raisin aromas have produced a well balanced wine with a lovely, lingering finish.

9860 Rocca Sveva Valpolicella Ripasso DOC [D] 6 x 75cl £££ Silver 2007 IWC A much acclaimed wine that is produced by an ancient technique to give more body and character to Valpolicella wine by running the wine over the dried skins used in the production of Amarone. This unique technique known as “Ripasso” greatly enhances the colour, flavour and structure of the Valpolicella without altering its freshness.

Rocca Sveva Amarone della Valpolicella DC [E] 6 x 75cl ££££ This wine which boasts an ancient tradition, is still made in small quantities from the best red grapes of the Valpolicella district, picked and left to dry on rafters until late winter. This full bodied and velvety smooth Amarone is characterized by its orange tinged deep red colour, its complex aromas of violets, raspberries and mint blossom and intense, velvety soft raisin like flavours.

TERRE AL LAGO Terre al Lago is produced from grapes grown and ripened on the sun-blessed hills of Lake Garda, near Verona and is 100% Pinot Grigio. This is an outstanding expression of a Pinot Grigio of this area and stands head and shoulders above the average Pinot Grigio seen on the market.

7432 Terre al Lago DOC Pinot Grigio Garda [2] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Straw yellow in appearance, full and well balanced in the mouth, it offers classic aromas of crisp citrussy fruit with wonderful body and great depth and length.

Marat DOC Pinot Grigio Alto Adige [2] 6 x 75cl £££ Taken from a single estate vineyard, using selected grapes to give outstanding quality. A classic example of the style of the most famous wine from Alto Adige. This noble wine, with pale straw colour, has a ripe and textured fruit, an extraordinary elegant bouquet, good length and elegance on the finish.

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Olive Hills

This pairing of white and rosé are a part of the one world range creating wines that represent the style of wine from the country of origin. They have been a great success - being simple in design, open, approachable and good quality and enclosed with a screwcap.

9228 Olive Hills Pinot Grigio [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Floral notes with mineral undertones, crisp lemon and pineapple flavours that burst onto the tongue. Vibrant palate with good acidity and light to medium body

9222 Olive Hills Pinot Grigio Blush [3] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Pale pink in colour, delicate fresh fruit character with lovely minerality.

Sauvignon Lison Pramaggiore Tenute Sant’ Anna DOC Veneto Premium 6 x 75cl ££ A full and distinctive character, with a pleasant, delicate fragrance hinting at wildflowers and ripe melon. Dry, full and well-flavoured with undertones of green hazelnuts, with a delicate piquancy, generous body and lengthy aftertaste.

Cantina di Soave

The Cantina di Soave was founded in 1898 and is today one of Italy’s most prestigious wine producers with brands like “Le Poesie and Rocca Sveva”. With 6,000 hectares of vineyards, the winery not only boasts an impressive past, but exhibits today a dynamism that is expressed in a wealth of initiatives and novel challenges. Piece by piece, Cantina di Soave has succeeded in assembling over time an illustrious mosaic of winemaking facilities and vineyards that now extends far beyond its territory of Soave, home of the celebrated Soave wine, to include the Garda area and the hills of Valpolicella, the domain of Amarone. 7125 Le Poesie Soave DOC [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Straw-yellow in colour, this dry white wine has a pleasant aroma & intense flavours of floral notes with a distinct almond aftertaste

7423 Le Poesie Pinot Grigio [2] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Straw yellow in appearance, this generous, well balanced Pinot Grigio has a rich & fruity aroma. Light bodied, this wine is dry & crisp and fruit on the palate with undertones of almond

7917 Le Poesie Pinot Grigio Blush [3] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ This elegant & fragrant Pinot Grigio ‘Blush’ is delicately aromatic & deliciously crisp on the palate. The ‘Blush’ hues are obtained from the pale copper coloured skins of the Pinot Grigio grapes.

7920 Le Poesie DOC Valpolicella [C] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ It presents a ruby red colour of a medium intensity tending towards garnet with ageing. The fragrance is winey, with a pleasing, delicate and characteristic perfume sometimes recalling bitter almonds. The flavour is dry or velvety, full-bodied, bitter, savoury and harmonious

7362 Le Poesie Valpolicella Ripasso [C] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ This is a wine made by a unique process where the Valpolicella is refermented on the lees of the Amarone. The result is a warm, full bodied, elegant wine with lingering flavours of dark red & black fruits, soft tannins, complexity & depth.

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7931 Barolo Franco Serra DOCG [D] 6 x 75cl £££ Unquestionably, one of the finest and most prestigious wines of the world! The Nebbiolo grape gives the wine a great body, character and a rich, majestic style. Deep in colour, delicate floral aroma, with a vanilla note and full flavour.

Marhesi di Barolo DOCG [D] 6 x 75cl ££££ The Barolo zone covers about 1,300 hectares of hills in the Langhe region. After the harvest, the wine matures in oak casks for 2-3 years, depending on the vintage. This award winning wine is ruby red with light orange reflections. The aroma is intense with a subtle scent of roses and the ample palate is both full, elegant and well structured.

Neirnano Gavi DOC [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Produced entirely from Cortese grapes, this elegant white wine has a fresh, fragrant style and a delicate, green apple fruit character.

Gavi di Gavi del Bosco [2] 6 x 75cl ££ This wine is straw yellow in colour with a delicate and persistent bouquet. On the nose there are floral and honey overtones that also recur on the palate. Fresh and structured body with clean tangerine overtones. Dry and with a good lengthy finish.

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TUSCANY

Tuscany’s winemaking industry counts on one of the most noble and ancient traditions that predates the universally known Chianti wine that often springs to mind when this region is discussed.

Rocco delle Macie

Established in 1973, when Italo Zingarelli decided to realize his lifelong dream by acquiring the “Le Macìe” estate – extending across 85 hectares in all, of which only two were under vine in order to create a winery in the heart of the Chianti Classico zone. The company estate now extends to more than 600 hectares with more than 200 used as vineyards and 80 as olive groves.

9722 Rocca delle Macie Chianti Vernaiolo DOCG [C] 6 x 75cl ££ Lively ruby red with violet reflections and fruity aromas of ripe red fruits on the nose. The palate is fresh, savoury and well balanced, with good structure and excellent finish.

7171 Rocca delle Macie Chianti Classico DOCG [C] 6 x 75cl ££ This classico wine is aged in Slavonian or French oak barrels for a period of 6 to 10 months. Vibrant ruby red colour with a fruity nose producing hints of light spiciness released by the wood of the barrels. On the palate this wine is savoury and full bodied, with a good aromatic persistency and good structure.

Rocca delle Macie Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG [C] 6 x 75cl £££ The wine ages in French oak barrels for two years and is then refined further in the bottle for a minimum of three months. This wine is ruby red becoming garnet with age and produces an ample, intense and refined nose with excellent variety of fruity aromas, and a gentle touch of spices released from the wood. The palate is intense and persistent, with well balanced tannins and excellent finish Rocca delle Macie Chianti Classico Riserva di Fizzano DOCG [C] 6 x 75cl £££ The wine matures in French oak barrels followed by a further year in bottle. Ruby red colour with garnet reflections and an intense aroma of wild berries and a well-balanced spiciness. Warm and properly sapid on the palate, with undertones of ripe red fruit followed by a long finish.

PIEMONTE

With 46 different DOC and four DOCG areas, Piedmont is the region that produces the largest number of best known, noble, and world-appreciated prize-winning wines, such as Barbera, Barolo and Asti Spumante. Another distinguished characteristic of Piedmont is that most of its wines are produced on family estates made up of relatively small parcels of land. The main grape grown here is the distinguished Nebbiolo, which is the base for the famed Barolo. Its name derives from the word nebbia, or fog, because of a velvety, whitish coating over its berries in addition to the fact that it grows in an area where, at ripening time in September, heavy morning fog is a given and the humidity that it provides gives the grapes an ideal habitat.

Neirano Barbera d’Asti [C] 6 x 75cl ££ Barbera D’Asti is recognised as the best of all the Barberas’ grown in the Piedmont region. It is produced from 100% Barbera grapes grown around the city of Asti. This is a rich, opulent display of the Barbera grape now being realised to its full potential, a mouth filler with fruit characters and spice notes from wood ageing.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide El Callejon

A great value range from Spain, La Mancha, which will be difficult to beat. These are an extremely modern wine style made from very traditional Spanish grape varieties. A fresh Airen white, a fruity elegant Tempranillo red and rosé. They have a screw cap enclosure and will be ideal for any function or entry wine on your list.

7103 El Callejon Tempranillo [B] 6 x 75cl £ This deep ruby red wine has an expressive, fruity nose which follows onto the palate with flavours, which are round and harmonious.

7114 El Callejon Viura [2] 6 x 75cl £ This fantastic modern style white has fresh yellow fruit on the nose with a lively crisp finish.

7788 El Callejon Tempranillo Rosé [3] 6 x 75cl £ A brilliant pale pink with expressive fresh notes of red fruits. The finish is fresh and very well balanced.

Valdubón

Located in the heart of Ribera del Duero, near the town of Milagros. Founded in 1997, it included a state of the art production facility. The winery is surrounded by almost 100 acres of Tempranillo vineyards, focusing on quality by severely restricting yields. Wines from this region are renowned for being bold and powerful but the elegance and balance are provided by barrel ageing.

7378 Valdubón Roble [B] 6 x 75cl ££ Intense cherry-red colour with hints of ruby and mauve. Complex aromas with toasted oak well integrated with the fruit. Body well balanced between the fruit and the oak. Mature fruit aromas combine with hints of smoke. A full length given backbone by the wood.

9254 Valdubón Crianza [C] 6 x 75cl ££ Strawberry-red colour with blue highlights that reveal its freshness. A sweet vanilla aroma on the nose with some ripe cherry and blackberry. Slight touch of black pepper and some notes of yeast. The tannins produce a warm sensation that remains in the mouth.

9782 Valdubón Reserva [D] 6 x 75cl £££ Ruby red with garnet edges. Nose of medium-high intensity. The fruit that appears is very ripe. Well-integrated, clean wood with tones of tobacco, chocolate and cacao. It is highly complex as a result of its long ageing in the barrel. In the mouth it is fleshy. It fills the mouth rapidly and is well balanced. The aftertaste of good wood is long and confirms the findings of the olfactory phase.

The Cigales

The Cigales wine region is situated in the province of Valladolid and Palencia (adjacent to Ribera Del Duero) and covers an area of 2,600 hectares. The Cigales wine region consists of 37 vineyards (Bodegas), which produce 5 millon liter of wine annually. Approximately one third of all vines, and this is one of Cigales’s best kept treasures, are older than 50 years of age.

Museum Crianza [C] 2004/08 6 x 75cl £££ Deep lively cherry colour with purple and blue notes that betray its youth, the nose has ripe and spiced red berries with plums, roasted coffee, pencil lead, mint or liquorice. These wonderful complex aromas follow on to a powerful yet sweet attack. Velvety and harmonious in the mouth. Sweet tannins and fine acidity.

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SpAInSpain has over 2.9 million acres—making it the most widely planted wine producing nation but it is only the third largest producer of wine in the world, the largest being France followed by Italy. This is due, in part, to the very low yields and wide spacing of the old vines planted on the dry, infertile soil found in many Spanish wine regions.

When most people think about choosing a Spanish wine then Rioja would almost definitely be the one for most occasions, however Spain has so much more, whether you simply enjoy the odd quaff or are a dedicated lover of fine wines Spain will surely have a wine to suit your taste.

Spain is home to some of the most interesting and exciting wines in Europe, made by passionate winemakers and using local varieties. Quality red wines from Rioja and Ribera del Duero have been at the forefront for many a decade made predominantly from Tempranillo, Outstanding Cavas such as Segura Viudas which has definitely been a heavy hitter delivering superb quality and outstanding value for such quality in the on-trade.

We have gone further though, looking for some wonderful little supers stars in the guise of an entry trio from Valencia, Marquis Del Turia red (Bobal Syrah) white (Viura Sauvignon) and rosé (Bobal Rosé)

James Pettit have also introduced to fantastic pairing, one from Cigales of Museum Crianza and Reserva from just outside of Ribera del Duero and the other from just outside Madrid. Heredad Roble and Crianza. These are outstanding styles and a real point of difference which showcases what Spain has to offer. Ultimately Spain’s success has been the result of innovative winemakers, investors and owners, regional diversity and the rise of native grapes.

KEy REGIOnSRioja, Ribera del Duro, Rias Biaxas, Valencia, Cigales,

Colmenar de Oreja

KEy GRApE VARIETIESTempranillo, Garnacha, Bobal, Viura, Albarino,

Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc

Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Product Code Pack Size Price Guide Carlos Serres

Carlos Serres was one of Rioja’s pioneers. He established the first Rioja winery dedicated to commercial exports.…Since then, these wines have been a faithful reflection of a unique style established over a century ago to satisfy the most demanding international palates. We will run with two ranges, the Joven - Young Serres Range and the Premium range - Barrel Aged Carlos Serres Range. Either of these wonderful wines will sit very happily on any list.

7819 Serres Tempranillo Tinto 2009/10 [B] 6 x 75cl ££ Aromas of red fruit and liquorice. Voluptuous & elegant

7794 Serres Viura Blanco 2009/10 [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Aromas of apple and pineapple. Fresh & fruity

9772 Serres Tempranillo Garnacha Rosé 2009/10 [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Aromas of raspberries and violets. Fresh & fruity

7225 Carlos Serres Old Vine Tempranillo 2008 [C] 6 x 75cl ££ The grapes are hand picked and the resulting wine is then aged for 6 months in American and french oak with a further 6 months in the bottle. This real beauty of a wine has vibrant aromas of fresh red and black fruit, liquorice and vanilla notes which develop on the palate which is long and intense with fresh acidity.

7573 Carlos Serres Crianza 2005 [C] 6 x 75cl ££ 85% Tempranillo & 15% Garnacha and aged for a minmum of 14 months in French & American oak barrels and a minimum 6 months bottle ageing. This wonderful wine has aromas red fruit & spice. Rounded and well balanced.

7753 Carlos Serres Reserva 2007 [D] 6 x 75cl ££ 90% Tempranillo & 10% Graciano all sourced from selected parcels of the Finca El Estanque vineyard where the average age of the vine is around 30 years. The wine is then aged for 24 months in French and American oak barrels and with a minimum of 12 months bottle ageing. Complex aromas of mature fruit, toffee and balsamic. Silky, elegant and persistent.

El Coto de Rioja

The Coto de Rioja winery was founded in 1970 by a group of experts with recognised experience in the wine sector. From 1990 to 1997, the company experienced spectacular growth, doubling the size of its facilities and the number of barriques. The use of cutting-edge technology has led to continuous improvements in product quality.El Coto de Rioja is the leading D.O.Ca Rioja brand and the preferred Crianza of the Spanish.

8115 El Coto De Imaz Reserva Rioja Alta 2004/05 [C] 6 x 75cl ££ 100% Tempranillo from Rioja Alta - Deep ruby red colour tinged with orange around the rim, revealing its age. Round and velvety on the palate. It invades the palate with persistent notes of redberry fruit and vanilla nuances from the oak. Soft tannins and good acidity guaranteeing its continued good evolution in the cellar.

6148 El Coto Crianza 2007 [B] 12 x 75cl ££7811 Ruby red colour. The fresh fruit aromas are preserved in the nose, together 12 x 37.5cl ££ with typical liquorice aromas from the oak. Hints of vanilla. In the mouth good balance. Silky, velvety with good intensity.

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Museum Real Reserva [D] 2005 6 x 75cl £££ 100% Tempranillo grapes from very old vineyards (from 60 to 100 years old) and very low yields. Dark cherry colour with maroon tones in the edge. The nose is complex, with the usual dark cherries and plums, complemented by notes of toasted new oak, cigar box, slate, coffee and cocoa. Fine acidity, concentrated and long in the aftertaste.

Heredad Torresano

These wines are 100% Tempranillo and grown in vineyards over 40 years old in the Colmenar de Oreja area around Madrid. Vines are pruned in order to obtain a final yield which is low, thereby achieving a high concentration of fruit.

Heredad Torresano Roble 2007 Madrid [B] 6 x 75cl ££ A delightful cherry coloured wine with intense aromas of ripe red berry fruits followed through to the palate with a hint of spice. Fresh tannins balance the full fruit flavours providing excellent structure and a long finish. A gorgeous wine.

Heredad Crianza Madrid [C] 2006 6 x 75cl ££ Primary fruit flavours of plums and redcurrants combine with hints of coconut, vanilla and allspice from the influence of 12 months maturation in American and French oak barrels. A deliciously soft, rounded wine with excellent structure, extending over a long finish.

Albarino Lagar de Castello Riax Bias [2] 2008/09 6 x 75cl ££ 100% Albarino. Medium bodied wine with aromas of honeysuckle,white peach and minerals. It has a lovely mouthfeel and good balance

Solar Viejo

Founded in 1937 and situated in Rioja Alavesa, the northern part of Rioja, close to the medieval village of Laguardia. They have forged a very strong relationship with the local vine growers and is based on life-long collaboration ensuring that only the best grapes are used to produce their Rioja. 7789 Solar Viejo Consecha [B] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ 100% Tempranillo, this complex wine is full of fruit and balanced with soft tannins and a touch of acidity.

7464 Solar Viejo Crianza [C] 2008 6 x 75cl ££ Solar Viejo has sat high and proud in northern Rioja since 1937. Their ‘least aged’ red is a berry-burst of cherries and plums supported by typical Rioja notes of tobacco and cedar. Slightly spicy, succulent with sweet, ripe fruit.

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Germany

Situated at the northern limit of grape growing, Germany has by and large benefitted from global warming. Vintage 2010, however, was cooler and more classical, with rain at harvest that presented growers with a multitude of challenges. One of which was the low temperatures which affected the fruit set at the time of blossoming.

This year will certainly be the smallest crop in a generation, with the German Wine Institute estimating total harvest at only about seven million hectoliters, approximately 25% less than last year, which was already a deficit vintage. Given the shortage of stock in many cellars and the rising demand for Riesling, many observers thus expect a slight rise in prices. The quality, however, is considered to be good.

hungary

Our Hungarian offering is Tokaji which is the name of the wines from the region of Tokaj-Hegyalja in Hungary. The name Tokaji is used for labeling wines from this wine district. This region is noted for its sweet wines made from grapes affected by noble rot, a style of wine which has a long history in this region.

I’ve seen it written that the Prince of Transylvania, gave the king of France some Tokaji wine from his Tokaj estate as a gift. The Tokaji wine was served at the French Royal court at Versailles, where it became known as Tokay, and delighted with the precious beverage, Louis XV of France offered a glass of Tokaji to Madame de Pompadour, referring to it as “Vinum Regum, Rex Vinorum” (“Wine of Kings, King of Wines”). This famous line is used to this day in the marketing of Tokaji wines.

portugal

We only carry the Mateus Rosé from Portugal but this is a region of wonderful vineyards and some lovely wines and may be an area for further investigation in years to come.

REST Of ThE WORLD7439 El Coto Blanco 2009/10 [2] 12 x 75cl ££7812 100% Viura - Generous in white fruit, peer, green apples and citrus notes. 12 x 37.5cl ££ It displays freshness in both nose and mouth, with a citrus character.

8127 El Coto Rosado 2009/10 [2] 12 x 75cl ££ 50% Garnacha & 50% Tempranillo -The colour is a lively pale pink and the nose a display of strawberries and childhood candy. Dry and easy drinking it displays a wide range of red and dark fruits, strawberries, and cherries, sharp and crispy.

Marqués De Cáceres Founded in 1970 in the heart of the Rioja Alta.

7916 Marqués De Cáceres Crianza 2006 [C] 6 x 75cl ££ Aged for between 12 - 15 months this attractive ruby red wine delivers a fresh, fruity bouquet (raspberries, red berries, cherries) with touch of vanilla & spice on the nose while in the palate, a pleasant fullness in the mouth with well- defined but smooth tannins and a fleshy finish. 7724 Marqués De Cáceres Blanco 2010 [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Luminous, pale straw colour with a lively bouquet combining pears and mineral notes. Well intergrated fruit flavours awaken in the mouth with refreshing vivacity and persist with lovely length.

7146 Marqués De Cáceres Rosado 2009/10 [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Vivid coral pink coloured rosé with a bouquet which is packed with fruits of the forest (red berries, strawberries, raspberries) that rest on a discreet depth of minerals which follow through onto the palate with a hint of spice. Elegant and refined.

7589 Faustino V Reserva Rioja 2004 [C] 6 x 75cl £££ A cherry-red colour with a tawny rim with an intense aroma, with fine toasty notes from the oak and hints of red berries against a light background of stewed fruit. Notes of vanilla and spices contributed by the oak during cask ageing. The palate is round, velvet and meaty with a lovely integration of the sweet tannins from the graps and those from the wood, resulting in a smooth yet robust wine.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide OThER SIZESSInGLE SERVE WInES

With many outlets facing trying times along with changing consumer demands, the 75cl offering is not always what is desired by our customers.

The advent of the single serve bottle has been of real benefit to a number of outlets and we at James Pettit have seen amazing growth and popularity in the single serve wines. The popularity has been in part attributed to the increasing quality and increased range of styles available, as well as the advantages of freshness and ease of serve and a definite control of cost and value for money.

This has seen us increase our range time and time again and in 2011 we see it happening again. We are pleased to now offer our own range One 4 One which we launched in March 2011 and introduced Jack Rabbit alongside our very popular Mini Cellar range.

We have also brought in a Prosecco Valdobbiadene into our business to join our two Cavas in the 20cl size as the popularity of Prosecco grows. The idea of selling a sparkling by the glass has in some cases worried landlords and proprietors alike. So, no longer do we need to worry about waste, one bottle one customer.

The presentation of our wines is superb and will suit any outlet, hotel, gastro bar, golf club, social club or young person’s venue.

With the advent of increased restrictions on outdoor events, regarding glass, we have also introduced PET versions of three stylish mini wines in a tri-layer pack. These look so good they could be mistaken for glass. The life on these products is around a year and we will bring these in for you in good time so long as we are notified in advance.

All in all, this range of wines is a benefit to all. Wine by the glass is a vital part of the on-trade business. The consumer benefits from not having to order a whole bottle and to the outlet, there is greater benefit of greater profit margin.

GERMANY7163 Piesporter Michelsberg Schmitt Sohne Mosel 2009/10 [4] 12 x 75cl ££ A clean, fresh medium dry white from the mosel Valley

7112 Liebfraumilch Schmitt Sohne Mosel 2009/10 [4] 6 x 1.5L ££7167 Light, refreshing medium-sweet wine 12 x 75cl £

7374 Dr Loosen Riesling Mosel 2009/10 [4] 12 x 75cl ££ White Wine Producer of the year 2005 Slightly off dry with balanced acidity and wonderful fruit flavours, produced by one of the finest winemakers in Germany.

7166 Niersteiner Gutes Domtal Rheinhessen 2009/10 [2] 12 x 75cl ££ A classic easy drinking, medium sweet German wine.

HUNGARY Royal Tokaji 5 Puttonyos [8] 2004 12 x 50cl ££ The great sweet wine of Hungary. This wine is made predominantly using the Furmint grape variety.Incredibly sweet with a fabulous balancing acidity that refreshes the palate.

PORTUGAL7183 Mateus Rosé [4] 6 x 75cl ££ A popular, fresh and vibrant rosé with redcurrant and strawberry fruit flavours.

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Product Code Blossom Hill Pack Size Price Guide

7139 Blossom Hill Red 12 x 187ml £ Soft and fruity, this well rounded soft red balances ripe berry aromas with just a hint of spice. 7157 Blossom Hill White 12 x 187ml £ Crisp and fruity, this delicate white balances apricot and melon aromas with a touch of vanilla. Best enjoyed chilled.

9065 Blossom Hill Zinfandel Rosé 12 x 187ml £ Crisp and very fruity with hints of fresh strawberry.

Minicellar Case of 12 mini bottles

8074 Minicellar Merlot Chile [C] 12 x 187ml £ A full-bodied red with plummy aromas and full of vibrant juicy fruit.

8072 Minicellar Shiraz Cabernet Australia [C] 12 x 187ml £ Soft and full flavoured with loads of fruit, a superb blend of Shiraz and Cabernet.

7124 Minicellar Cabernet Sauvignon Chile [C] 12 x 187ml £ A delightful, smooth and ruby red Cabernet which bursts with ripe fruit flavours.

7207 Minicellar Pinot Grigio Italy [C] 12 x 187ml £ Full-bodied, with mases of fresh fruit, balanced by racy citrus character.

8071 Minicellar Semillon Chardonnay Australia [2] 12 x 187ml £ A well balanced easy drinking dry wine with an appealing tropical fruit palate.

8073 Minicellar Sauvignon Blanc Chile [1] 12 x 187ml £ Crisp and dry with balanced acidity supporting ripe tropical and citrus fruit flavours.

8077 Minicellar Chenin Blanc South Africa [2] 12 x 187ml £ Dry and medium bodied with good acidity and delicate peach fruits on the finish.

8083 Minicellar White Zinfandel [5] 12 x 187ml £ Strawberry and watermelon fruit flavours with a soft mouth-watering finish.

Minicellar PET (plastic)

We need a minimum of 2 weeks to order these in for you. They are made from a fantastic tri-layer plastic which retains the quality of the liquid and increases the life of the juice for about a year. They look fantastic, only realise they are plastic when you get close or pick them up, and will serve you very well in any function arena where glass is not allowed. 4971 Minicellar PET Cabernet Sauvignon Chile [C] 24 x 187ml £ A delightful, smooth and ruby red Cabernet which bursts with ripe fruit flavours.

0432 Minicellar PET Chenin Blanc South Africa [2] 24 x 187ml £ Dry and medium bodied with good acidity and delicate peach fruits on the finish.

4936 Minicellar PET Rosé Pays D’Oc France [2] 24 x 187ml £

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SINGLE SERVE WINES

Product Code One 4 One Pack Size Price Guide

This range of single serve wines takes the very best and loved atributes of the grape varieties from specific countries that are represented in the range and delivers a fruit driven easy drinking style of wine. They offer very good quality at a competitive price, ideal for the pubs and bars who want to offer wine in a smaller size bottle - in hotel rooms, picnic hampers etc..

7422 One 4 One Australian Shiraz [B] 24 x 187ml £ A deep red wine with a nose hinting at blackberry and liquorice with cracked pepper notes. A wonderful rich and rounded wine with soft tannins and a lingering fruit driven finish.

7191 One 4 One Chilean Merlot [B] 24 x 187ml £ A deep, beautiful ruby red colour. A seductive nose of dried fruit, plums & figs along with fresh cranberries and cherries which follow onto the palate giving you a medium bodied red with good balance and smooth finish.

7102 One 4 One French Cabernet Sauvignon [B] 24 x 187ml £ A very typical Cabernet with bags of fruit all concentrated and bursting to get out. Good length of flavout which lingers and lingers.

7475 One 4 One Australian Chardonnay [2] 24 x 187ml £ A medium bodied wine showing lemon and lime flavours along with tropical fruits. This wine has fresh acidity with good length and very subtle oak.

7188 One 4 One Chilean Sauvignon [1] 24 x 187ml £ A crisp fresh white with intense aromas of citrus and mineral notes. An excellent natural acidity creates balance, fine structure and a clean finish.

7364 One 4 One Italian Pinot Grigio [2] 24 x 187ml £ A classic PG showing notes of lemon and pineapple. Crisp refreshing, with harmonic balance of fruit and acidity.

9056 One 4 One Liebfraumilch [4] 24 x 187ml £ Inviting scent of honey, melon and pear as well as some herbal nuances. Very juicy, crisp and delicate wine.

7433 One 4 One South African Chenin [2] 24 x 187ml £ Pale yellow in colour with a greenish tint. The nose comes alive with lemon and lime aromas while the palate delivers a balanced and elegant fruit driven style with weight and good structure.

7541 One 4 One Californian Zinfandel Blush [4] 24 x 187ml £ A Californian classic. Bright salmon pink with fresh notes of raspberry and strawberry flowing onto the palate along with watermelon and perhaps a touch of mint. A perfect summer wine.

9039 One 4 One Australian Rosé [3] 24 x 187ml £ A crisp fresh rosé with vibrant acidity balancing delicate spicy notes and watermelon fruit.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide 8084 Gallo Family Vineyards Grenache Rosé [4] 12 x 187ml £ A medium dry rosé wine bursting with strawberry and watermelon fruit flavours with a soft finish.

20CL SPARKLING WINES7462 Freixenet Cava [1] 12 x 20cl £ Small is beautiful, the baby black bottle is perfect for personal indulgence on its own or with friends. Try it through a straw - affordable luxury.

8010 Freixenet Rosado Cava [1] 12 x 20cl £ Get in the pink with this elegant Rosado. Bursting with soft summer fruits, this pale strawberry coloured cava is deliciously refreshing especially when the sun is out..

8904 Bortolomiol Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Italy [2] 24 x 20cl £ This is a classic, award winning Prosecco par excellence! Light and refreshing in style with a velvety mouth feel. The sparkling wine process enhances the grape’s natural character giving intense aromas of green apple and wisteria blossom.” Great on its own, or with fresh peach juice in a Bellini

STOWELLS 10 Litre

9161 Stowells Shiraz Mataro Australia [C] 1 x 10L £££5946 Stowells Colombard Chardonnay Australia [2] 1 x 10L £££5943 Stowells Liebraumilch Germany [4] 1 x 10L £££ 3 Litre

5952 Stowells Cabernet Merlot Chile [C] 4 x 3L £££5931 Stowells Shiraz Mataro Australia [C] 4 x 3L £££5935 Stowells Tempranillo Spain [C] 4 x 3L £££9129 Stowells Chardonnay Pinot Grigio Italy [2] 4 x 3L £££5946 Stowells Chardonnay Australia [2] 4 x 3L £££5934 Stowells Liebraumilch Germany [4] 4 x 3L £££5937 Stowells Chenin South Africa [2] 4 x 3L £££5945 Stowells Sauvignon Blanc Chile [2] 4 x 3L £££7119 Stowells White Zinfandel California [4] 4 x 3L £££

OTHER BAG IN BOX WINES C4002 Chartwell Valley Dry White Wine 1 x 10L £££C4001 Chartwell Valley Liebraumilch Rheinhessen 1 x 10L £££C4007 Chartwell Valley Colombard Chardonnay 1 x 10L £££ C4015 Chartwell Valley Pinot Grigio Garganega 1 x 10L £££C4006 Chartwell Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 1 x 10L £££

COOKING WINES6352 Red Cooking Wine 1 x 10L £££6353 White Cooking Wine 1 x 10L £££

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Product Code OTHER SINGLE SERVE WINES Pack Size Price Guide

7196 Mini Sacred Hill Shiraz Cabernet Australia [C] 24 x 187ml £ A lovely blend od Shiraz and Cabernet, soft and full flavoured with lots and lots of fruit.

7256 Paulita Cabernet Merlot Chile [C] 24 x 187ml £ A wonderful varietal blend delivering ripe berry fruits on the nose which follows onto the palate with a subtle oak finish.

7460 Mini Merlot VdP de L’Aude France [B] 24 x 187ml £ Aromas of ripe cherries with plums and spices on the palate.

7189 Mini Paternina Monte Haro Spain [C] 24 x 187ml £ Rich, ripe Garnacha and Tempranillo grape varietals form the basis of this classic Rioja.

7195 Mini Sacred Hill Semillon Chardonnay Australia [2] 24 x 187ml £ Very fruity, honeyed wine with very subtle oak influence and a dry finish.

7198 Paulita Sauvignon Blanc Chile [1] 24 x 187ml £ From the Maipo Valley, this crisp refreshing acidity supports ripe tropical fruit flavours.

9047 Mini Colombard Chardonnay VdP de Gascogne France [2] 24 x 187ml £ A full-bodied aromatic dry white with lots of juicy citrus fruit. Hints of peach, honey and kiwi on the finish.

9624 Pinot Grigio di Veneto Italy [2] 24 x 187ml £ A crisp, refreshing dry white and very much in fashion.

7463 Mini Mateus Rosé Portugal [4] 24 x 187ml £ A fresh, fruity slightly sparkling rosé.

Jack Rabbit

A range of single serve Californian wines except for the Pinot Grigio which is sourced in Italy.

9067 Jack Rabbit Merlot 12 x 187ml £ Smooth, lively crushed berry fruit aromas and flavours of ripe plum and berries9066 Jack Rabbit Sauvignon 12 x 187ml £ Fresh and crisp with delicious fruity flavours of lime and peach.9073 Jack Rabbit Chardonnay 12 x 187ml £ Rich notes of pineapple, citrus and tropical fruit flavours.9061 Jack Rabbit Pinot Grigio 12 x 187ml £ This is a vibrant dry white wine with crisp citrus notes and flavours of fresh apples and forms part of a range of wines from California9072 Jack Rabbit White Zinfandel 12 x 187ml £ Beautiful aromas of fresh strawberries. A classic Californian White Zinfandel.

Gallo Family Vineyards 7190 Gallo Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon [C] 12 x 187ml £ Attractive berry fruit flavours with hints of plum and spice.

7174 Gallo Family Vineyards Chardonnay [2] 12 x 187ml £ Classic Californian Chardonnay, bags of apples and citrus aromas and an off-dry finish.

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SPARKLING WINESProduct Code Pack Size Price Guide

7202 Bucks Fizz UK 6 x 75cl £ A popular drink, ideal for events and weddings made from orange and sparkling wine.

9310 Mountbridge Sparkling Brut Australia [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Beautiful herbaceous aromas followed by fresh fruit flavours and a creamy palate and a clean finish.

6392 Baron D’Arignac Brut France [2] 6 x 75cl ££ From the Languedoc Rousson region of France. This is a light, fresh and superb sparkling wine and is just the bit of fun needed for a party.

Cruse Sparkling Rosé France [2] 6 x 75cl ££ This attractive salmon pink rosé has a powerful nose dominated by red berry undertones. It's delicate bubble and aromatic finesse make this highly exquisite and silky rosé wine that conjurs up a balanced combination of red berries, cherries and strawberries.

9986 Louis Perdrier Brut France [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Lovely toasty notes melt into the scent of golden apples. Gentle and harmonious on the palate with some richness tempering the citrus finish.

7235 François Montand (Methode Traditional) France 2010 [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Wonderful aromas of white flowers and citrus fruit and fairly creamy and smooth taste with beautiful lingering aromas.

9027 Cape Classique Sparkling South Africa 2007 [1] 6 x 75cl ££ Rich, creamy flavours with a lively mousse which awakens the palate, a wonderful combination of fruitiness and yeastiness. The palate has both intensity and delicacy, crisp with a lingering finish - method traditional.

7930 Asti Capetta Spumante Italy [6] 6 x 75cl ££ The classic Italian sparkling wine from Piemonte, light and fresh with the classic sweet finish.

7443 Asti Martini Italy [6] 6 x 75cl ££ The brand of Martini continues its success with this spumante, light, fresh and classic sweet finish.

Pinot Grigio Sparkling

We are pleased to present this duo of Sparkling Pinot Grigio and Blush to support the PG’s success which seem to show no sign of abatement. These two very good looking bottles with great fill will happily sit on any menu - think about selling by the glass.

7787 Pinot Grigio Cuvée Blanc Brut Sant Orsola NV Italy [2] 6 x 75cl ££ A refreshing, sparkling version of Italy’s most popular white grape.

7136 Pinot Grigio Cuvée Rosé Brut Sant Orsola NV Italy [2] 6 x 75cl ££ A fashionable pink sparkling version of Italy’s most popular white grape, light, dry and refreshing.

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ChAMpAGnE & SpARKLInGThe Champagne and Sparkling category accounts for a quarter of the UK’s volume sales and 50% of its value. It has been noted that allocations of Champagne are being made as demand for Champagne grows on a global scale even though volumes are down and this could lead to a rise in prices as the products gets scarcer. This problem is exacerbated by the yield reduction in the region. The growth of rosé is growing year-on-year at 14% and this should be taken into account on any menu if there is a predominance of woman in an outlet. Our Champagne range has increased to take account of the vast range and styles that are out there and you will be pleased to note that we have something for all including our brand new Jules Feraud HOUSE Champagne, Rosé and the Brut Reserve which won “Best in class, silver division, Wine and Spirit Challenge 2010”. This just shows our huge desire and commitment for quality and range in this category.

Champagne saw a huge decline in 2009 as the category came under huge pressure from its sparkling rivals from around the world, especially from the likes of Cava and in the last couple of years we have seen a huge growth of Prosecco.

Our Reserve Cava from Segura Viudas has seen fantastic growth last year and our prosecco has been in huge demand and as such we have increased our range to include a FRIZZANTE, two SPUMANTE and a top end Valdobbiandene (as well as the baby 20cl bottle).

James Pettit has also introduced a sparkling Pinot Grigio and Pinot Grigio Rosé, which, on the back of the PG market will do very well. It is already gaining listings and will continue to deliver both quality and the style that the consumer is looking for.

Product Code Nyetimber Pack Size Price Guide

A new era for English wine began in 1988 when the first Nyetimber vineyards were planted in the heart of West Sussex. The aim - to make premium sparkling wine that would rival Champagne. That aim has been fully realised, and over the years the wines have attracted international acclaim and set a high benchmark for premium sparkling wines the world over. This wonderful wine is crafted using the Method Traditional and sadly is under allocation so please accept our apologies if we sell out. Nyetimber Classic Cuvée 2006 [1] 6 x 75cl £££ The aroma of sweet fruits such as peaches and apricots are strong and fresh. The palate has a sweet fruity start with strong intensity of flavour which combined with delicate bubbles fill the mouth. Flavours of roasted almonds and baked peach are also present. The high fruit intensity lingers on a long and fresh finish.

7606 Jack Rabbit Sparkling White Zinfandel California [3] 6 x 75cl ££ A floral and fruity sparkling rosé, with a fresh nose and bursting with flavours of luscious strawberry.

Beringer Sparkling Zinfandel Rosé California [3] 6 x 75cl ££ A refreshingly light , zesty and fruity and sweet on the palate . An elegant soft pink rosé with an aroma of lemon citrus and fresh strawberry flavours balanced with a soft , refreshing finish.

CHAMPAGNE

Jules Feraud

The Society of Vintners is delighted to announce that its flagship Champagne – Jules Feraud NV produced by H Blin et Cie – has been awarded BEST IN CLASS in the Silver Division at the recent International Wine and Spirit Challenge 2010.

9259 Jules Feraud, Cuvée de Reserve Brut [1] 6 x 75cl £££ BEST IN CLASS, Silver Division, Wine & Spirit Challenge 2010 12 x 37.5cl Hot bakery oven aromas, dried mellow flowers and stone fruits. Quite broad, fantastic panache in welcoming rustic style. The balance is harmonious and delivers beautifully. Nice crisp bite on the finish.

9822 Jules Feraud, Cuvée de Reserve Brut Rosé [2] 6 x 75cl £££ Jules Feraud make this sparkling wine from grapes sourced exclusively in the Champagne region to craft this delicate pink wine which is soft and approachable with subtle fruit flavour.

Piper Heidsieck & Mumm

9024 Mumm NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ Mumm Cordon Rouge is a distinctively fresh, full-bodied champagne with impeccable consistency of taste. Emblematic of the richness and finesse that characterise the company’s own vineyards.

Piper Heidsieck NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££7141 Silver (NV) International Wine Challenge 2009 12 x 20cl This wine is stylish, full-bodied character with the freshness that is a feature of Piper-Heidsieck wines. Awarded a Gold Medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards in 2006 & ‘Non-vintage Trophy’ at the International Wine Challenge. Bronze (NV) International Wine Challenge 2009.

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Product Code Prosecco Pack Size Price Guide

Generally a Dry or Extra Dry sparkling wine can be produced only in the regions of Friuli Venezia Giulia and Veneto in Italy, and only from the Glera grape variety (so no blush). The increase in sales have been fantastic from ladies that lunch to cocktails (Bellini cocktail and has more recently become popular as a less expensive substitute for Champagne) To this end we have increased our range and introduced an awesome 20cl mini Prosecco (Valdobbiadene). - Enjoy

7201 Casa Gheller Prosecco (Trad string tie) Frizante [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Classic Prosecco at its best! Intensely wonderful aromas of ripe golden apples with soft hints of small wild flowers ooze from this classic Italian lightly sparkling wine. The palate is fresh, zesty with an aromatically fruity lingering finish This bottle is presented with a traditional hand tied string cork.

9226 Pasqua Prosecco Treviso DOC [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Classic Prosecco sparkling wine produced with the Glera grape variety native to the Treviso area. Wonderfully bright straw in colour with lively aromas of intense vine fruits. Naturally balanced and graceful with a fresh effervescence and a velvety smoothness and harmonious finish.

7628 Prosecco Val D’Oca [2] 6 x 75cl ££ It is a refined sparkling wine with a light straw-like colour, an elegant floral bouquet and harmonious dry flavour. The perfect choice for any occasion. 7133 Bortolmiol di Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Senior DOCG [2] 6 x 75cl ££8904 Silver Medal Vinitaly 2003 International Wine Challenge 24 x 20cl £ This is a classic, award winning Prosecco par excellence! Light and refreshing in style with a velvety mouth feel. The sparkling wine process enhances the grape’s natural character giving intense aromas of green apple and wisteria blossom.” Great on its own, or with fresh peach juice in a Bellini

Segura Viudas Reserve Cava

Here are two premium Cavas with international recognition with fruitiness, freshness and complexity being the principal defining characteristics. The grapes are all hand picked. The brut is aged for 3 years before it is released while the rosado for 18 months.

7923 Segura Viudas Brut Reserva Cava Spain [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Pale straw yellow in colour, elegant and harmonious on the nose, and fresh and well balanced on the palate.

7925 Segura Viudas Rosado Cava Spain [2] 6 x 75cl ££ The palate has a surprising richness of strawberry fruit with balanced acidity and lingering aftertaste.

Freixenet

7462 Freixenet Cava Spain [1] 12 x 20cl ££ Small is beautiful, the baby black bottle is perfect for personal indulgence on its own or with friends. Try it through a straw - affordable luxury.

8010 Freixenet Rosado Cava Spain [1] 12 x 20cl ££ Get in the pink with this elegant Rosado. Bursting with soft summer fruits, this pale strawberry coloured cava is deliciously refreshing especially when the sun is out..

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Taittinger

Both at home and abroad, Taittinger is one of the greatest names in Champagne. Two thirds of its production are exported to more than 100 countries where its Champagne is distributed. Regularly served at French State functions, Taittinger features on the wine-lits of the most prestigious restaurants in France and all over the world, and is sold in specialist luxury stores around the globe.

Taittinger Brut NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ Light, delicate nose with biscuit and brioche hints. The palate has considerable depth and elegance.

Bollinger This is a world renowned Grand Marque House that fiercely guard their traditions. The wine blends are dominated by Pinot Noir which are from the Grand and Premier Cru vineyards owned by Bollinger. A comment from Bollinger - “I drink it when I’m happy and when I’m sad. Sometimes I drink it when I’m alone. When I have company I consider it obligatory. I trifle with it if I’m not hungry and I drink it when I am. Otherwise I never touch it, unless I’m thirsty.” Lily Bollinger, 17th October 1961, Daily Mail.

7395 Bollinger Special Cuvée NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ Aged for a minimum of three years, this wonderful wine has a delicate brioche nose with rich fruit and honeyed undertones which follow on the palate with richness and texture. Complex, classy.

Bollinger Grande Année 2000 [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ The 2000 Grande Année is stunning. Bollinger is characterised by its richness and structure. Ripe pears, spice, a touch of toffee on the nose, bound together by a structured palate. Suprisingly approachable, although will take on extra layers of complexity over the years.

Moët & Chandon

Moët et Chandon is one of the world's largest champagne producers and a prominent champagne house. This was apparently Napoleon’s favourite wine and prior to embarking on his ill-fated Russian campaign; he conferred the title “Imperial” on the blend.

7224 Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ A classic Champagne that everybody knows, delicately vinous, with a vine and lime blossom attack, a well-balanced palate, a sense of harmony, mellowness.

9261 Moët & Chandon Rosé NV [2] 6 x 75cl ££££ A rosé with shades of copper. And an aroma which is lively, expressive, dominated by the scent of wild strawberries and then delivers a full-bodied palate which is, zesty with assertive fruitiness. 7572 Dom Perignon 2000/02 [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ Named after a Benedictine monk, this vintage Champagne is produced by the Champagne house Moët & Chandon and is the house’s prestige champagne. This elegant champagne is rich and full flavoured.

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Collet

Based in Aÿ, at the hearst of Historic Champagne region, the House of Collet, named after its founder, was created in 1921 by a group of growers with dedicated attachment to their vines and the characteristic respect for the Champagne tradition. 7227 Collet Brut NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££7385 A warm golden colour with an intense, almost amber hue. Initial 12 x 37.5cl impressions of spices, fresh butter and ripe wheat while on the palate it is vinous, powerful and robust.

7228 Collet Rosé NV [2] 6 x 75cl ££££ A wonderful colour with a delightful, fruit-filled nose reminiscent of strawberries and raspberries, which also appear on the palate.

8075 Collet Vintage 2002 [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ A “champagne for the soul”. It has golden highlights while the nose is redolent of bread and honey. On the palate, this is mouth-filling, fleshy and delicate champagne with a mix of citrus flavours. A complex, elegant vintage combined with freshness and legnth.

Lanson

Champagne Lanson is one of the oldest Champagne houses, founded in 1760 and celebrated its 250th anniversary in 2010. This prestigious Grande Marque is build on heritage, tradition and absolute quality and this has shown itself true with Lanson being consistently chosen as the number 1 or 2 in blind tastings. Never was a Royal Warrant, awarded in 1860, more deserved.

7441 Lanson Brut NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ A fantastic wine with no malolactic fermentation resulting in a fresh, very crisp and lemony style which develops more complexity with time. Lanson Rosé NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ Bronze (NV) International Wine Challenge 2009 A beautiful colour of pale pink with orange highlights, aromas of honey, flowers and fresh berries on the nose and elegant creamy fruit on the palate.

Laurent-Perrier

Founded in 1812, Laurent-Perrier is recognised - throughout the world - as one of the finest of Champagne Houses. This is perhaps the largest family owned brand. The wines are unique not only because of the philosophy that has inspired them, but also for their style, flavour and consistent quality, from one cuvée to the next. 7472 Laurent-Perrier Brut NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ Well defined, subtly rounded with expressive flavours. The fruit progressively emerges to reveal a finely balanced champagne displaying great length on the finish.

7457 Laurent-Perrier Rosé [2] 6 x 75cl ££££ Intensely fruity flavours, clean, well-defined and slightly sharp, the wine then opens up to provide an impression of plunging into a basket of freshly picked red berries: strawberries, Morello cherries, blackcurrants and raspberries. The wine is supple and rounded on the finish.

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Product Code Pack Size Price Guide

The rosé market has been growing from strength to strength these last few years to an all time high of 12.5% and sales breaking the £1 billion barrier in 2010 (Mintel). Mintel are forecasting that the market will double in value over the next five years. In a revival almost as remarkable and unexpected as the recent about-turn of cider, rosé is now being sought by consumers who just can’t get enough of it.

For the third year the rosé market has achieved growth at a phenomenal rate, all the more impressive when seen in context of what would otherwise be a flat wine market. This growth seems to have been driven by the Californian rosés which probably account for around 50% of UK sales in this category and looks to be driven by attracting new wine drinkers looking for these Californian style wines. These USA rosés tend to be lower in alcohol and have higher residual sugar, perhaps suggesting that a younger “less mature” wine drinker has been engaged.

This drive on the pink stuff is not just about new comers though. The excitement generated has also engaged the consumer with a more “mature palate”, as more traditional rosés from Europe and the raft new world entries have picked up sales as well increasing range of style and choice.While rosé wine has been associated with long lazy summers, like the extra cold draught beer market, it is now being seen to be drunk all year round.

The growth of this category has meant that we at James Pettit Wine Merchants, having recognised the importance of this category to your business, have increased our rosé portfolio with a raft of different styles from a whole range of new and old world wine producing countries.

So, this category is not just the preserve of medium to sweet blush wines of USA and Portugal but with more full flavoured styles from Australia, Chile, Spain and South Africa to the delicate rosé of the Provence or Pinot Grigio’s of Italy or the wonderfully new Sancerre rosé, we are able to supply any and all your rosé needs and wants.

“If your list has one blush on your list, seriously consider increasing to two or three styles.”

Tim Nortje, Wine Development Manager

ROSÉ WInES Veuve Clicquot

The House is proud of its motto: “Only one quality, the finest”. A short lineage of just 10 Cellar Masters has led this quest for quality, thereby ensuring the continuity of the Veuve Clicquot style: strength and complexity. 7394 Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ A full bodied biscuity style of champagne with the blend being dominated by Pinot Noir. Veuve continues to grow from strength to strength.

Perrier-Jouet

Perrier-Jouët is a Champagne producer based in the Épernay. The house was founded in 1811(celebrating 200 years in 2011) and produces both vintage and non-vintage cuvee, with its prestige label: Belle Epoque. Interesting fact: One of the three bottles of the world's oldest champagne, a Perrier-Jouët (vintage 1825) was opened and tasted in 2009 – the verdict: the 184-year-old champagne tasted better than some of its younger counterparts.

9006 Perrier-Jouet Brut NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ Bronze (NV) International Wine Challenge 2009 This Grand Brut has a fine, consistent bead of bubbles, that release deliciously floral, slightly honeyed fruit aromas. It shows fresh fruit such as white peaches on the palate, and has an elegant finish.

Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque 2002 [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ A world class wine characterised by its complexity and finesse but more visably by the Art Nouveau bottle design by the master glassmaker,the legendary, Emile Galle .

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7214 Le Cellier Rosé 75cl [3] 6 x 75cl £ A light, fresh rosé with real fruit focus making it a perfect summer drink.

9446 Denis Marchais Syrah Rosé [3] 2009/10 12 x 75cl ££ The Denis Marchais Syrah Rosé has a beautiful deep pink colour. The nose is refreshing, fruity with attractive strawberry and cherry aromas. The taste is full and lively.

9847 Louis Eschenauer Cinsault Rosé [3] 2010 6 x 75cl £ A wonderful wine with intense fruity notes of red berries and strawberries and light spicy nuances. The taste is then round and lively, rich and light, with long lasting aromas of red berries.

7793 Henri Gaillard Rosé [2] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ A pale rosé, elegant in style with delicate aromas of red berries, redcurrants and spices. It is full-bodied and rich with real finesse.

9891 Sancerre “Domaine Durand” Rosé [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £££ Something new to James Pettit a rosé from Sancerre. This pale coloured rosé has a discreet and delicate nose with nuances of red berries and flowery notes. The acidity is zippy and fresh with a palate which is full-bodied and a finish which is fruity.

6305 Rosé D’Anjou Marques de Goulaine [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Supple and fresh, well balanced with fruity and floral flavours and a lovely lingering finish.

Villa Desideri IGT Lazio Rosé [2] 6 x 75cl £ Striking rosé colour with fresh and fruity aroma. On the palate this wine is refreshing and well balanced with a light fruity persistency.

7702 San Giorgio Pinot Grigio Blush delle Venezie [3] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Wonderfully light and delicate with crisp flavours of ripe summer berry fruit and well balanced acidity which lifts it all to perfect harmony.

9222 Olive Hills Pinot Grigio Blush [3] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Pale pink in colour, delicate fresh fruit character with lovely minerality.

7917 Le Poesie Pinot Grigio Blush [3] 6 x 75cl ££ This elegant & fragrant Pinot Grigio ‘Blush’ is delicately aromatic & deliciously crisp on the palate. The ‘Blush’ hues are obtained from the pale copper coloured skins of the Pinot Grigio grapes.

7788 El Callejon Tempranillo Rosé [3] 6 x 75cl £ A brilliant pale pink with expressive fresh notes of red fruits. The finish is fresh and very well balanced.

9776 Serres Tempranillo Garnacha Rosé [2] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Aromas of raspberries and violets. Fresh & fruity

8127 El Coto Rosado [2] 2009/10 75cl ££ 50% Garnacha & 50% Tempranillo -The colour is a lively pale pink and the nose a display of strawberries and childhood candy. Dry and easy drinking it displays a wide range of red and dark fruits, strawberries, and cherries, sharp and crispy.

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ROSÉ WINESWith the growth of Rosé wines these last few years we have recognised the importance of this category to your business and as such we have now increased the range and created a dedicated section with in our portfolio for you to nose at.

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7804 Euca Hill Shiraz Rosé [2] 2009 6 x 75cl £ Intense salmon pink colour. Clean bouquet with inviting scent of blackberry and plum. Crispy palate with rich fruit flavours and subtle spiciness. Very harmonious and elegantly balanced by pronounced acidity.

7603 Captain’s Table Rosé [2] 12 x 75cl £ A big vibrant, deep pink colour with supporting fruit, packed full of flavour.

Bilyara Rosé [2] 12 x 75cl ££ An attractive red berry aroma leading to ripe fruit flavours of cherry and red berries

Crystal Brook Rosé [2] 12 x 75cl ££ Superbly fruity with freshness and lift.

7795 Gold County Blush Rosé [3] 2009/10 6 x 75cl £ Delicate pale pink colour with flavours of summer fruits and a hint of sweetness on the finish.

9664 Blossom Hill White Zinfandel [4] 6 x75cl ££ Crisp and very fruity with hints of fresh strawberry. 12 x 187ml

7204 Jack Rabbit White Zinfandel [4] 6 x75cl £ Beautiful aromas of fresh strawberries. A classic Californian White Zinfandel. 12 x 187ml

7208 770 Miles White Zinfandel [4] 12 x 75cl ££ This subtle pink Californian Zinfandel is very aromatic, with pronounced red fruit aromas which folow onto the palate. A light, rounded wine, fruity and fresh with balanced acidity to liven it up.

7127 Sutter Home White Zinfandel [4] 2009 12 x 75cl ££ A delicate blush pink colour introduces this fresh, lively wine. On your palate, light creaminess surrenders to a refreshing crisp finish of strawberries and melon.

Stone Cellars Zinfandel Blush [5] 2009 6 x 75cl ££ Vibrant fresh strawberry, honeydew and citrus aromas and flavours.

Franschhoek Rosé [3] 2009/10 6 x 75cl ££ Predominantly made from Pinotage resulting in a brilliant clear pink colour with an orange tinge. Distinct nose rich in freshly crushed strawberry flavours, with ripe cherry nuances and hints of Turkish delight and spice. The flavours burst with crushed strawberries on the palate with touches of spice. A soft dry finish with a fruity aftertaste.

7393 Alma Mora Shiraz Rosé [3] 2010 6 x 75cl ££ Young fruity and intense with floral notes. Good length with perfect acidity

9247 Volandas Cabernet Rosé [2] 2010 12 x 75cl £ Vibrant rosé with amazing floral aromas. Very refreshing with ripe strawberry fruit flavours.

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Beringer Sparkling Zinfandel Rosé California [3] 6 x 75cl ££ A refreshingly light , zesty and fruity and sweet on the palate . An elegant soft pink rosé with an aroma of lemon citrus and fresh strawberry flavours balanced with a soft , refreshing finish.

9822 Jules Feraud, Cuvée de Reserve Brut Rosé [2] 6 x 75cl £££ Jules Feraud make this sparkling wine from grapes sourced exclusively in the Champagne region to craft this delicate pink wine which is soft and approachable with subtle fruit flavour.

7228 Collet Rosé NV [2] 6 x 75cl ££££ A wonderful colour with a delightful, fruit-filled nose reminiscent of strawberries and raspberries, which also appear on the palate.

Lanson Rosé NV [1] 6 x 75cl ££££ Bronze (NV) International Wine Challenge 2009 A beautiful colour of pale pink with orange highlights, aromas of honey, flowers and fresh berries on the nose and elegant creamy fruit on the palate.

7457 Laurent Perrier Rosé [2] 6 x 75cl ££££ Intensely fruity flavours, clean, well-defined and slightly sharp, the wine then opens up to provide an impression of plunging into a basket of freshly picked red berries: strawberries, Morello cherries, blackcurrants and raspberries. The wine is supple and rounded on the finish.

9261 Moët & Chandon Rosé NV [2] 6 x 75cl ££££ A rosé with shades of copper. And an aroma which is lively, expressive, dominated by the scent of wild strawberries and then delivers a full-bodied palate which is, zesty with assertive fruitiness.

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7146 Marqués De Cáceres Rosado 2009/10 [2] 6 x 75cl ££ Vivid coral pink coloured rosé with a bouquet which is packed with fruits of the forest (red berries, strawberries, raspberries) that rest on a discreet depth of minerals which follow through onto the palate with a hint of spice. Elegant and refined.

7183 Mateus Rosé [4] 6 x 75cl ££ A popular, fresh and vibrant rosé with redcurrant and strawberry fruit flavours.

9039 One 4 One Australian Rosé [3] 24 x 187ml £ A crisp fresh rosé with vibrant acidity balancing delicate spicy notes and watermelon fruit.

7541 One 4 One Californian Zinfandel Blush [4] 24 x 187ml £ A Californian classic. Bright salmon pink with fresh notes of raspberry and strawberry flowing onto the palate along with watermelon and perhaps a touch of mint. A perfect summer wine.

9065 Blossom Hill Zinfandel Rosé 12 x 187ml £ Crisp and very fruity with hints of fresh strawberry.

8083 Minicellar White Zinfandel [5] 12 x 187ml £ Strawberry and watermelon fruit flavours with a soft mouth-watering finish.

7463 Mini Mateus Rosé Portugal [4] 24 x 187ml £ A fresh, fruity slightly sparkling rosé.

9072 Jack Rabbit White Zinfandel 12 x 187ml £ Beautiful aromas of fresh strawberries. A classic Californian White Zinfandel.

8084 Gallo Family Vineyards Grenache Rosé [4] 12 x 187ml £ A medium dry rosé wine bursting with strawberry and watermelon fruit flavours with a soft finish.

8010 Freixenet Rosado Cava [1] 12 x 20cl £ Get in the pink with this elegant Rosado. Bursting with soft summer fruits, this pale strawberry coloured cava is deliciously refreshing especially when the sun is out..

Cruse Sparkling Rosé [2] 6 x 75cl ££ This attractive salmon pink rosé has a powerful nose dominated by red berry undertones. It's delicate bubble and aromatic finesse make this highly exquisite and silky rosé wine that conjurs up a balanced combination of red berries, cherries and strawberries.

7136 Pinot Grigio Cuvée Rosé Brut Sant Orsola NV [2] 6 x 75cl ££ A fashionable pink sparkling version of Italy’s most popular white grape, light, dry and refreshing.

7925 Segura Viudas Rosado Cava [2] 6 x 75cl ££ The palate has a surprising richness of strawberry fruit with balanced acidity and lingering aftertaste.

7606 Jack Rabbit Sparkling White Zinfandel California [3] 6 x 75cl ££ A floral and fruity sparkling rosé, with a fresh nose and bursting with flavours of luscious strawberry.

DESSERT WINESProduct Code Pack Size Price Guide

9388 Campbells Rutherglen Muscat [9] 37.5cl £££ Silver (NV) International Wine Challenge 2009 Made using the Brown Muscat grape which has been allowed to over-ripen and become almost raisin-like. Intensely sweet and aromatic, this wine is a blend of up to 8 vintages, it is matured in old oak casks forming a modified Solera system. “Chistmas Pudding in a Glass”

5915 Grove Mill Late Harvest Gewürztraminer [8] 2006 6 x 375ml £££ Concentrated aromas of lychees, fruit blossom, Turkish delight and spice. Bottle age is filling out the palate. The sweetness level is attractive and well balanced, with long length. Classic Gewurztraminer primary fruit characters, with marmalade notes. It should continue to develop with cellaring. Glorious!

Garonnelles Sauternes [8] 2007/08 37.5cl £££ This classic wine is made only in very limited quantities when the autumnal mists enable the development of ‘noble rot’ on the grapes. This wine hails from the same stable as Château Climens a Premier Cru Barsac. Made exclusively from Sémillon, this is a rich, luscious wine to linger over.

Château du Seuil, Cerons [8] 2006/07 50cl £££ This tiny appelation of Cérons, which borders the northern side of Sauternes, has created a rich, luscious wine with a pronounced honeyed bouquet and fresh, citrus flavours, using the same labor-intensive methods as Sauternes.

Royal Tokaji’ 5 Puttonyos [8] 2004 50cl £££ The great sweet wine of Hungary. This wine is made predominantly using the Furmint grape variety.Incredibly sweet with a fabulous balancing acidity that refreshes the palate.

PORT6216 Souza Fine Ruby 6 x 75cl ££ Ruby colour, complex aromas of ripe fruits, full bodied, good structure and very rich.

7522 Cockburn's Fine Ruby 6 x 75cl ££ Bright ruby coloured port. Sweet and youthful, full-bodied with dark cherries and a spicy finish.

Cockburn's Special Reserve 6 x 75cl ££ This is the UK's brand leader. A soft, easy drinking, sweet aged ruby, full-bodied with good fruit.

7523 Graham's Late Bottled Vintage 2005 6 x 75cl £££ Graham's Late Bottled Vintage is a superb port from an excellent year, produced from grapes grown on Graham's own Qunita dos Malvedos and other top quality vineyards in the surrounding valleys. The special characteristics of Graham's Ports are their richness, depth of flavour and powerful attractive bouquet.

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DESSERT WInESHow best to showcase your range of desserts but with an outstanding dessert wine. It need not be a Sauterne as more new world producers are listing wonderful sweet wines at a fraction of the cost.

So why not look for something that is deliciously hedonistic such as a Botrytis Muscat or a late harvest delicate wine, or something really special from Hungary, Tokaji.

To this end we have introduced 5 dessert wines but with two stand out new world options. The first from New Zealand, Grove Mill – late harvest Gewürztraminer and the other from Australia, Campbells Rutherglen Mustcat which won a Silver in the IWC 2009.

With food and wine matching becoming more and more important it is great to realise that our stickies need not just be served with desserts but are wonderful and luxurious on their own after a meal or with a range of cheeses.

pORT

Port wine, or "Porto", is a sweet wine, almost always red, that is fortified with brandy so that its' alcohol level is around 20%. Only fortified wine from the Douro Valley in Portugal can be called Port and although other wines from around the world are produced in a similar style, they will ultimately fail to capture the delicate balance between complexity and elegance, power and finesse of true Port wines.

There are many different styles of Port, Ruby Port which is a young Port made from a blend of wines that have been aged in wood barrels for about 3 years and then bottled. Tawny Ports which are also made of blends of wine aged in barrels. The difference is that the blend is made up of older wines than are used for Ruby Port. Late Bottled Vintage Port is a port from a single vintage that is aged for 4 to 6 years in barrels and then bottled although LBV Port should not be mistaken for Vintage Port, they are of very high quality.

Port is traditionally consumed as an accompaniment to cheeses, with desserts or as a digestif. It is, however, much more versatile. Consider it as any other wine when matching with food. A Late Bottled Vintage Port (LBV) or a 10-year Tawny is perfect with ‘gamey’ dishes, such as venison, pheasant, and partridge or the heavenly match of an LBV with chocolate and desserts based on strawberries, raspberries, cherries and currants. Port can also be a dessert on its own with a small bowl of nuts or as a digestif after dinner.

ShERRySherry is a fortified wine made from white grapes that are grown near the town of Jerez, Spain. After fermentation is complete, sherry is fortified with brandy and because the fortification takes place after fermentation, most sherries are dry, with any sweetness being added later. The wines are aged for 5 years following the Solera system of blending. Generally speaking, sherry wines fall into two categories, those lighter, drier styles which are aged under a living layer of yeast called flor (examples: fino, manzanilla, amontillado), and those which are subject to oxidative ageing, and tend to be higher in alcohol and house different flavour characteristics, oloroso sherries.

SERVICE ChARTEROur Wines

The majority of our wines are on-trade specific. We understand that the conflicts you can have with your customer when your local corner shop, supermarket promotes at ridiculous prices which can conflict with required pricing, especially in the entry range.There can be a call for brands in our industry but only where these brands demand a higher premium and where the brand owners do not excessively promote in the off-trade.

To this end we have aligned ourselves with key wine partners and introduced a range of wines which we source directly to preserve our credence and ensure continuity and quality that you are looking for.

Wine Studio Menu Design

James Pettit is pleased to offer premium quality menu designs. Whether you are after a simple tent card to highlight a wine of the month or a more permanent wine list, we can cater for all. Please feel free to discuss with your account manager.

Wine List Creation

We have a dedicated wine manager available to support your wine needs. If you are looking to create a bespoke range of wines looking at both the commercial and the distinctive, or if you are looking at how best to create a more progressive pricing structure to help encourage your customers to move through your list then please feel free to contact us.

Equipment support

We are happy to look at all your needs and with our great connections with Beaumont we have secured a great deal which we will pass on to you. So from bar accessories, display equipment to simple hospitality needs we can help source pretty much all of your needs.We also have new alliances with our wine suppliers and if we can source a wine bucket or waiter’s friend please just ask as you never know we could just say yes.

Training

We all know how important staff knowledge is when selling to our customers. So if you are looking for a friendly person to come along to help present your wines to your staff to help them understand your wines and how to sell them or help in food and wine matching please speak to your account manager and we will look to support you.

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7571 Taylor's Late Bottled Vintage 2004 6 x 75cl £££ Powerful dark cherry and black fruit aromas with floral and herbal notes that come through on the nose add lovely nuances to the bouquet. The palate shows great intense fruit flavours and fantastic depth and complexity. The wine is harmonious, well crafted, authoratative. Taylor's created the Late Bottled Vintage style of port and is not only acknowledged to be its finest producer, but remains the international brand leader.

7366 Warre's Otima 10 year old Tawny Port 6 x 75cl £££ International Wine Challenge 2009 Gold Award The clean, modern design was matched by an excellent wine that has been winning Gold and Silver medals at the world’s leading blind tasting competitions year after year, leaving no doubt that the quality of the wine is on par with the outstanding, award-winning packaging. Tawny Port characteristics of paler colour, bright notes of sweet fruit and a certain freshness on the finish. This is a port with depth and persistence on the finish.

MADEIRA9596 Henriques & Henriques Full Rich Madeira 6 x 75cl ££ A dark, luscious and fragrant fortified wine. A perfect accompaniment for strong cheese, rich pudding, fruit salads or chocolate.

SHERRY7527 Harvey's Amontillado Sherry 6 x 75cl ££ Amontillado is a rich amber colour, medium bodied and is medium dry. Serve Amontillado lightly chilled with nuts or soups.

7528 Harvey's Bristol Cream Sherry 6 x 75cl ££ Harveys Bristol Cream features flavours of roasted nuts and raisins, with a subtly spicy finish and is usually served well chilled as an aperitif, as an after-dinner drunk straight, or on the rocks with a wedge of lime or slice of orange. 6718 Harvey's Pale Cream Sherry 6 x 75cl ££ Slightly dry, pale cream sherry with a delicate, fresh aroma and a smooth, balanced, full bodied taste. 7769 Williams & Humbert Alegria Manzanilla 6 x 37.5cl ££ Very salty, mineral, with a cool hint of white fruit. Slightly underpowered palate, in a softer style of Manzanilla.

7624 Gonzalez Byass Tio Pepe Fino 6 x 75cl ££ A Fino (dry) sherry which is pale gold. Crisp, fresh, clean, very dry and fragrant. Pungent, distinctive "flor" aroma. The estimated period of ageing is some 5 years. All the grapes are from vineyards owned by Gonzalez Byass in the "Jerez Superior" zone.

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