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This Pinot Grigio is fermented in stainless steel and is aromatic with pear and white flowers on the nose and refreshing grapefruit on the palate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe grapes for this wine come from the Goriška Brda wine growing region at altitudes ranging between 80-200 metres above sea level. The vineyards are terraced and face south-west, east and south. Vines are trained using the single Guyot method and are planted at densities of 4,000 - 5,000 vines per hectare. The vineyards are between 10-25 years old and sit on a mixture of flysch, marlstone and sandstone soils. The climate here is sub-Mediterranean and experiences a mixture of warm sea air and the influence of cold winds from the Alps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFruit was pressed in a pneumatic press and then fermented and matured in stainless steel containers. No malolactic fermentation was allowed to take place to preserve the freshness and fruit character of the grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNotes: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eStraw yellow colour with a subtle shade of pink. The nose is reminiscent of pear, grapefruit, pineapple and cinnamon. Well balanced, this medium-bodied Pinot Grigio has a lovely warmth to it. 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Fresh and floral bouquet with hints of violets followed by a generous fruit attack of blackberries, passion fruit, kola and sweet mint. Plush mouth feel, ripe red fruit and a spicy taste. Silky tannins and a well-balanced palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRicasoli is the most representative wine producer in the Chianti Classico area. With its gentle hills, velvety valleys and thick woodlands of oaks and chestnuts, the 1,200 hectares of property include almost 240 hectares of vineyards and 26 of olive groves.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis creates a continuous succession of colors and hues around the Brolio Castle, which is located within the town limits of Gaiole in Chianti. Since 1993, Baron Francesco Ricasoli has been guiding this central Tuscan company in innovative challenges. 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At various tastings our team tasted over 600 wines throughout the year and we always rate them based on quality, value and the \u003ci\u003e‘Would I want another glass’\u003c\/i\u003e scale which rates from 1–10, with 10 being highest. It was hard of course to narrow it to just 12 wines, but we are delighted to present what we see as the 12 best wines in Independent retail in Ireland in 2025. There are 6 reds and 6 whites and they are available as a mixed dozen with 15% off, with one bottle of each wine, while stocks last. For the first time you can also order a 6 or 12 bottle case of all reds, or all whites too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/b\u003e the All Red 6 bottle case photo shows Fidèle L'Ombra de Quéribus, but the case contains Domaine Alary Tradition Cairanne, as listed below.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eDomaine de La Provenquiere Vermentino\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eHerault, France \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMediterranean sunshine in a bottle! \u003cb\u003ezesty citrus, ripe pear and white peach\u003c\/b\u003e, with delicate floral notes and a lovely mineral freshness on the finish. Bright, elegant and incredibly easy to drink, but has enough texture and personality to make it feel genuinely premium — \u003cb\u003ea superb choice for anyone who loves crisp, vibrant whites with a touch of Provençal flair.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeaphy Pinot Gris,\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eNelson, New Zealand \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOne of the star favourite wines at our Summer Wine Festival in June 2026. Fragrant, beautifully textured and packed with ripe pear, peach and apricot fruit, it has a combination of generosity and freshness that makes the glass incredibly moreish. The old Moutere vines and cool, sunny Nelson climate give it real depth and character, while the elegant acidity keeps everything wonderfully fresh. \u003cb\u003eIt's Pinot Gris with substance, personality and genuine New Zealand pedigree — and the 93-point critical endorsement makes it an exceptionally compelling buy.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eFiano di Avellino, Casino Nitti\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eCampania, Italy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOne of our favourite new finds came from a tasting in August 2026 we attended. Campania’s volcanic soils, sea breezes and diverse microclimates create wines of remarkable character and elegance. This expressive white offers delicate aromas of broom, acacia, chamomile and mandarin, followed by a rich, vibrant palate with balanced acidity, freshness and an exceptionally long finish. Incredible at this pricepoint. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eBouza do Rei Albarino\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eRias Baixas, Spain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOne of 14 founding wineries of Rias Baixas, Winegrower \u0026amp; Owner Isodoro is the head of the Rias Baizas appellation board. He’s a lifelong winegrower and winemaker and his wines are platinum standard Albarino. Along with his son Pablo, they craft some of the best wines in the appellation, which we import exclusively into Ireland. These are Albarino’s that age well too. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUnlike some ultra-lean Albariños, Isodoro \u0026amp; Pablo purposefully include a bit more \"press wine\". This technique lends a fuller body, greater depth of flavor, and a smooth, oily, well-balanced texture.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eGasper SviPinot Pinot Grigio \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eGoriška Brda, Slovenia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDuring a two day visit to Northern Italy, Croatia and Slovenia in June we came across this wine, our favourite of the three days. Gašper Pinot Grigio is a beautifully elegant Slovenian white, combining ripe pear and citrus fruit with refreshing acidity, subtle minerality and a silky texture. A step above the norm, it offers both freshness and richness, with impressive length and finesse.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eDomaine de La Pellehaut Reserve Rosé\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eGascony, France\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe’ve long been fans of Domaine de Pellehaut wines for their low alcohol and rounded flavours, but this year saw the release of their first ever Réserve Rosé. It's is a sophisticated, gastronomic rosé with more complexity than the flagship Rosé and is only made in small amounts. It has expressive strawberry and raspberry fruits, subtle floral and citrus notes, and a beautifully rounded, concentrated palate. Elegant, fresh and wonderfully versatile — a rosé with real depth rather than just refreshment. Think of prestige Rosé from Provence with half the price tag - it’s that good and deserves it’s place at the top table.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eCambon La Pelouse Cru Bourgeois Bordeaux \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eMedoc Cru Bourgeois, France \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSeriously impressive from an outstanding Bordeaux vintage. It combines \u003cb\u003eripe blackcurrant and blackberry fruit with cedar, tobacco, graphite and subtle spice\u003c\/b\u003e, backed by beautifully polished tannins and fresh acidity. The 2018 warmth gives it richness and generosity, but it still has the classic Médoc structure and elegance—making it \u003cb\u003edrinking beautifully now \u003c\/b\u003eIn short. Genuine class and complexity without the price tag of the famous classified growths.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eVaquos Consecha Ribera del Duero \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eValladolid, Spain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEver fancy a full bodied wine that is light on its feet? Very pure, elegant fruit, with structured tannins and a light touch of oak. This is a superb expression of 100% Tempranillo from the region’s prestigious Golden Mile, made from vines over 35 years old. Rich, intense and beautifully structured, it combines ripe red fruit, spice and subtle oak with silky tannins and impressive elegance. It is imperative that this is on your wine rack!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdrian Serrano Rioja Reserva \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eAutol, Rioja Oriental, Spain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBeautifully mature and elegant Rioja, with generous red-berry fruit, warm spice, vanilla and subtle cocoa. Aged for 24 months in French and American oak, it is velvety and well-structured, with soft tannins and a long, satisfying finish.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt’s one of our favourites for its consistency, balance and supple tannins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eDomaine Alary Tradition Cairanne \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eRhone Valley, France \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIn January 2026, we welcomed the wines of Domaine Alary to our portfolio. In March, we welcomed Jean Etienne to Dublin to showcase the wines. With a modern take on how grapes should be treated, Jean Etienne has taken the reins from his father Denis and continued their reputation as one of the boldest and best producers in the region. We are humbled to be the agent importer of these wines for they are some of the best Rhone wines being made today. Rich and velvety with ripe blackberry, black fruit, liquorice and Provençal spice. Silky tannins, freshness and an impressively long finish give it a wonderful balance of richness and elegance. It also received three stars and a Coup de Cœur from the Guide Hachette. \u003ci\u003e(Please note: the All Red case photo shows Fidèle L'Ombra de Quéribus in place of this wine. The case contains Domaine Alary Tradition Cairanne.)\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobert Mondavi Vint Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eNapa Valley, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNothing beats a cloud with silver lining. Destined for the high skies, this wine was due to be served on airlines across Europe during 2026. With Uncertainty surrounding flights in the Middle East, the wine was grounded and made its way to Ireland instead. It has \u003cb\u003eClassic California richness — packed with ripe blackberry, cherry and cassis, layered with vanilla, toasted oak and mocha. Smooth, generous and beautifully rounded, it delivers impressive depth and a long, silky finish. It is structured and wonderful, and available at 40% off, making it an incredibly accessible price point at €13 this while stocks last.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eCastello di Brolio Chanti Classico \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eTuscany, Italy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCastello di Brolio Chianti Classico is a true Tuscan icon — the flagship wine of the historic Ricasoli estate. Rich and elegant, with ripe cherry, plum, spice and subtle vanilla, it combines impressive structure and polished tannins with freshness and a long, refined finish. Produced only in the best vintages, it’s a serious, age-worthy expression of Chianti Classico. At just €27 it’s one of the best value Chianti Classico wines of its class aswell. 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