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Pouilly-Fumé 2002 Masson Blondelet, Loire, France, Case of 12 Crisp, elegant, versatile and well-structured straight Sauvignon Blanc from this dedicated grower in the heart of the Loire's Central Vineyards. The classic match to white meats and fish dishes. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Viña Herminia Crianza 2000 Rioja, Spain, Case of 12 A fine Rioja with a deep garnet colour, delicate, fragrant red-fruit aromas and subtly integrated wood vanillins. Broad and full from good fruit concentration, with the silky elegance thanks to French and American oak, followed by further maturation in bottle. Excellent to accompany red meats or cheese. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Meursault 2001 Domaine Bouzereau This is a relatively gentle, but tremendously stylish, wine from this world-famous village. There are still obvious signs of well-judged barrel fermentation and wonderfully pure fruit. Drink this with lobster or white meats. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Lugana Villa Flora 2002 Zenato, Italy, Case of 12 An excellent Italian wine produced from Trebbiano grapes grown just south of Lake Garda. It has a delicate floral bouquet, yet has richness, plenty of lively fresh fruit and a penetrating flavour. Enjoy on its own as an apéritif or with salads, white meats, pasta with seafood sauces, shellfish or fish dishes. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Los Andes Chardonnay 2003 Lontué, Chile, Case of 12 Exclusive to Waitrose, from Viña San Pedro in the Lontué Valley. A rich, ripe Chardonnay showing strong varietal character and abundant tropical fruit flavour on the palate - without a splinter of oak! Drink as an apéritif or with salads, fish, white meats and mild cheeses. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Fetzer Syrah Rosé 2003 California, USA, Case of 12 A lovely rich dark cherry-coloured wine made from 100% Syrah grapes, cold fermented for exuberant red-berry flavours. Refreshing, with a touch of natural sweetness to give a round, soft palate. Try with summer salads or white meats. Versatile enough to drink on its own too. Rose wine Waitrose Wine Rosandeacute; Wine Rosé Wine

Hidalgo La Gitana Manzanilla Sherry, Spain, Case of 12 A bone dry sherry from the coastal town of Sanlucar de Barrameda at the mouth of the Guadalquiver river. It is here that this light wine picks up its notable 'salty' tang from sea breezes, giving it a different and intriguing personality to Jerez Fino. Delicious on its own or serve with seafood, salads or white meats. Other wine Waitrose Wine Fortified Wines Fortified Wines

Waitrose Vin Blanc Sec, Vin de Table, France, Case of 12 A blend of wine from the Gers and Bordeaux in southwest France. The wine is dry, crisp and slightly aromatic and is suitable for drinking with a variety of foods: white meats, fish and shellfish. It also makes a good party wine and is a great base wine for Kir. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Fitou Les Quatre, France, Case of 12 This is a brilliant wine, both in concept and execution from the Mont Tauch winery in the deep south of the Languedoc, in the shadows of the Pyrenees. The best four (les Quatre) vineyards in the village of Tuchan have been combined to make this intense, smoky oaky wine which shows the true potential of the old vines in the area. Great with game, and other strongly flavoured meats. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Château Cazal-Viel, Cuvée des Fées 2003 Saint-Chinian, France, Case of 12 An intriguing new wine from a long-established fine wine estate. Henri Miguel adds a secret ingredient to his mainly Syrah based cuvée, hence the mysterious reference to "fairies". Rich savoury fruit and a smooth finish, with the structure to improve as well as match most strong flavours, such as marinaded meats. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Penfolds Rawson's Retreat Shiraz / Cabernet 2002/03 SE Australia, Case of 12 The eminently drinkable Penfolds style can be detected in the ripe berry and plum fruit, complemented with subtle oak flavours of cinnamon spice. Winemaker John Duval has added Ruby Cabernet and Grenache to the Cabernet/Shiraz blend which adds suppleness of texture. Excellent on its own or with picnic dishes such as pizza, quiche, sausage rolls, cold meats, terrines or pâtés. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

La Colombe 2001/02 Côtes du Rhône, France, Case of 12 Endorsed by Ecocert, this red Rhône is a blend of 70% Grenache, 17% Syrah and 13% other organically grown local varieties. Using only natural products lowers the yields and increases fruit concentration. A smooth satisfying wine tasting of black cherries and ripe plums with a twist of pepper on the back palate, it is a good match for gammon, smoked meats, lamb and beef - even curry. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Coma Vella 2000/01 Mas d'en Gil Priorat, Spain, Case of 6 From an isolated area inland from Tarragona in north-east Spain. Here, old-vine Garnacha and Cariñena (Carignan) flourish on extremely poor soils. Soft, supple with bags of Spanish personality. Drink with roast meats or game. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Bonterra Zinfandel 2001 Mendocino, California, USA, Case of 12 100% Soil Association certified organically grown Zinfandel from Mendocino California. This Zinfandel originates from Mendocino in northern California.The warm hospitable climate allows the grapes to grow organically. The wine is a classic elegant Zinfandel with rich, spicy berry fruits. Enjoy with most meats or spicy or tomato based pastas and pizzas. Drinking well now but may be cellared up to 5 years. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Domaine de Planterieu 2002 Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne, France, Case of 12 Yves Grassa is always on the hunt for better winemaking techniques. Low temperature winemaking and storage keeps his wine at the peak of fresh fruitiness. This zesty white has mouthfilling flavour and is a wonderful apéritif, as well as an ideal partner to fish, chicken, light meats or light oriental dishes. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz / Cabernet 2001/02 SE Australia, Case of 12 A classic Penfolds multi-regional blend based on select parcels of premium fruit that offer a consistent richness and complexity. A year in French and American oak knits together the berry and plum fruit flavours and adds a tarry spicy overlay. Great with red meats or mature firm cheese. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Kumala Pinotage / Cinsault 2003 Western Cape, South Africa, Case of 24 A classic South African blend, great to drink with red meats. Case comprises 24 x 25cl bottles, making it ideal for when you just fancy a glass or two. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Sapphire Cove, Danubian Plain, Bulgaria, Case of 12 A stylish addition to our range from Bulgaria. This wine is a rich and smooth red from the Rousse winery and is a really good all-rounder. Ideal as a party wine, it is also packed with enough fruit to make it a good option with pasta or red meats. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Orvieto Classico Secco 2002 Cardeto, Italy, Case of 12 Dry, smooth wine with a ripe fruit flavour and a fresh clean finish with a very slight nutty character. Grechetto is the main grape, blended with some Verdello and some Procanico to produce this subtle, interesting wine. Serve chilled. Pleasant on its own or with fish, salads or white meats. Best drunk young. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Katnook Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2002/03 Coonawarra, S Australia, Case of 12 Australia is making brilliant Sauvignon Blanc wines from its cooler premium regions, such as Coonawarra. Tropical gooseberry notes are balanced by a minerally grip reminiscent of a fine Sancerre. Lovely with seafood, fish, chicken and white meats. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

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