Christmas Wines on a Budget White Case

Cape Roller Chenin Blanc - South Africa 2023

• ABV: 12.5% |
• Vintage: 2023 |
• Size: 75cl

The inspiration behind this range is one of South Africa’s most spectacular birds, the Cape Roller, brightly coloured and often seen perched atop the tallest vantage points, ready to dive at great speeds for its next feed. This is a lovely, mouth-watering white that is made exclusively from the Cape's most popular white variety, Chenin Blanc. The peach and orchard fruit characters make this a great wine to serve chilled alongside chicken dishes of all kinds, from Caesar salad to spicy curries.

Bedford's Special Selection Chardonnay - Australia 2022

• ABV: 13% |
• Vintage: 2022 |
• Size: 75cl

Long gone are the days when New World Chardonnay was smothered in oak, and this 'Special Selection' bottling is a very fine example of how the times have changed and moved on to crisper, fresher and less heavy styles. A wonderfully refreshing un-oaked Chardonnay that is the perfect combination of crunchy pear and crisp apple-orchard fruit, given a little tropical mango and pineapple juiciness thanks to the long, warm, sunny summer days that bathe the vines of South Australia. Serve chilled with nibbles and good company.

Musica Do Mar Alvarinho - Portugal 2023

• ABV: 13% |
• Vintage: 2023 |
• Size: 75cl

The mysterious music of the deep has been part of folklore since ancient times. Whilst we cannot claim that the songs of sirens are anything other than myth, the impact of the ocean on the winemaking of Portugal is without doubt. Providing a much-needed counterpoint to the heat of the sun, it allows winemakers to achieve wines that are full of fruit, but also full of subtlety and balance. This harmonious Alvarinho, a variety more famous in neighbouring Spain, bristles with blossom and citrus allure.

Canceddi Prized Vines Sicilian Vermentino - Italy 2022

• ABV: 12.5% |
• Vintage: 2022 |
• Size: 75cl

Canceddi is the local Sicilian word for the traditional woven baskets used in times gone by to collect and carry the grapes at harvest time. While harvest methods have changed somewhat over the years, tradition will always be present in Italian wine. The shores of Sicily are home to some of Europe's greatest seafood which needs wines on the dining table to bring it to life. Vermentino thrives in Sicily and makes deliciously saline yet fruit-forward whites, perfect for the local cuisine.