France
France may no longer be the largest supplier of wines to the U.K, that award goes to Australia. However, in our opinion it still cannot be beaten for its quality and variety. Outside of the classic regions of Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Loire, and Rhone, there is great value to be found in the Southern France
areas of Languedoc, Roussillon, and the South West.
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Domaine de Bertier 2009 Sauvignon/Viognier
UK£5.99- Grape Blend: Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier
- Origin: France, South of France, Languedoc
- Producer: Domaine de Bertier
- Style: Aromatic Whites
- Tasting Note: A blend of two grapes which work surprisingly well together. The body of the Viognier and the crisp, zesty aromatics of the Sauvignon combine to make a fantastic everyday white.
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Domaine Mas de La Tour 2008 VdP d'Oc Rouge
UK£5.99- Grape Blend: Merlot, Grenache, Carignan
- Origin: France, South of France, Languedoc
- Producer: Domaine Mas de La Tour
- Style: Medium Bodied Reds
- Tasting Note: A simple, but very tasty red from the Languedoc which has the charm of the Mediterranean grapes combined with the flesh of the Merlot.
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Domaine de Bertier 2008 Merlot/Cabernet
UK£5.99- Grape Blend: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
- Origin: France, South of France, Languedoc
- Producer: Domaine de Bertier
- Style: Rich Complex Reds
- Tasting Note: A great value Merlot and Cabernet blend. Rich fruit and fine tannins make this a classically structured red with hints of blackberries and plums.
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Domaine Mas de La Tour 2009 VdP d'Oc Blanc
UK£5.99- Grape Blend: Grenache Blanc, Chardonnay
- Origin: France, South of France, Languedoc
- Producer: Domaine Mas de La Tour
- Style: Crisp Light Whites
- Tasting Note: Fresh, with crisp acidity and a lively palate of citrus and soft green fruits.
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Ballantynes Classic 2009 Sauvignon Blanc
UK£5.99- Grape Blend: Sauvignon Blanc
- Origin: France, South of France, Languedoc
- Producer: Ballantynes Classic
- Style: Aromatic Whites
- Tasting Note: Our own brand white wine selected for its excellent value for money. Fruity Sauvignon Blanc, which combines the freshness and aromatics of Sauvignon and body and has good general appeal.
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Terres Noires 2008 Merlot
UK£5.99- Grape Blend: Merlot
- Origin: France, South of France, Languedoc
- Producer: Terres Noires
- Style: Medium Bodied Reds
- Tasting Note: The two varieties here work incredibly well together: the Grenache for the character and spiciness, and the Merlot for the flesh and the body. A simple, yet very tasty wine which is great as a 'house red'.
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Domaine Mas de La Tour 2009 VdP d'Oc Rose
UK£5.99- Grape Blend: Grenache, Merlot, Carignan
- Origin: France, South of France, Languedoc
- Producer: Domaine Mas de La Tour
- Style: Dry Fruity Roses
- Tasting Note: Fruity, vibrant rose from the South of France. Scents of raspberry and orchard fruits.
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Domaine de Laballe 2008 Terroirs Landais Sables Fauves
UK£6.49- Grape Blend: , Ugni-Blanc
- Origin: France, South of France, South West
- Producer: Domaine de Laballe
- Style: Crisp Light Whites
- Tasting Note: A classy wine from the Gascogne area. Chablis-like in its minerality, but also has charming fruit and is exceptional for the price.
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Domaine de Bachellery 2005 Grenache
UK£6.99- Grape Blend: Grenache
- Origin: France, South of France, Languedoc
- Producer: Domaine de Bachellery
- Style: Medium Bodied Reds
- Tasting Note: A classic Mediterranean red, medium bodied, aromas of red fruits and gently spicy. A great mid-week red.
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Domaine de Bachellery 2006 Syrah
UK£6.99- Grape Blend: Syrah/Shiraz
- Origin: France, South of France, Languedoc
- Producer: Domaine de Bachellery
- Style: Medium Bodied Reds
- Tasting Note: Spicy, white pepper scented wine. Good value Mediterranean-style red.



