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Winter Hill Classic Red Merlot / Syrah 2002/03 Vin de Pays d'Oc, France, Case of 12 One of our most popular southern French country reds and a successful joint venture. Australia has brought the latest new world technology whilst Jean-Marc Lafage adds his own expertise and knows the best sources for ripe healthy grapes. With a light oak influence and supple generous fruit, this wine can be drunk anytime and with anything. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Albera Barbera d'Asti Superiore 2001/02 Araldica, Piemonte, Italy, Case of 12 Barbera from Piedmont can often be a touch lean and mean, but not this one. The generosity of this wine allied to a fine acidity and bright fruit make it a very Italian and very modern offering. Perfect with rich tomato sauces. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Devil's Rock Riesling 2002 Pfalz (dry), Germany, Case of 12 Offer Price £43.08 Usual Price £53.88 This wine was one of the first successful new dry style German wines made. Using modern vinification techniques the resulting wine has an easy fruit character but with good structure and breed from the Riesling grapes. Serve chilled, as an apéritif or with fish or light meat dishes. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Kumala Pinotage / Cinsault 2003/04 Western Cape, South Africa, Case of 12 Offer Price £47.88 Usual Price £59.88 Kumala is South Africa's number one brand. This wine is an excellent example of a traditional Cape blend, and is a great choice for easy drinking or as a partner to roasts or red meat casseroles. Other wine Waitrose Wine Monthly Special Offers Monthly Special Offers

Fleurie 2002 Bouchard Père et Fils, Burgundy, France, Case of 12 A classic Fleurie - delicious fruity flavours with plenty of juicy acidity and very soft tannins. This wine, however, also has some grip and structure which means that it will complement a wide range of food, from roast beef to chicken or pork. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Moulin à Vent 2001 Château des Jacques, Louis Jadot, Burgundy, France, Case of 12 An extra richness and complexity in the wine is testament to the input of the famous house of Louis Jadot and belies the notion that all Beaujolais is light and should be drunk young. This wine displays ripe red fruit flavours and has a lovely overcloak of oak which gives structure and length. Try with gammon steaks or with richer casseroles. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Frascati Superiore 2002 Tenuta delle Marmorelle, Italy, Case of 12 Frascati can so often disappoint with neutral and broad fruit flavours. We are delighted, however, to have found this wine from the Pallavicini estate, whose intensity and citrus fruit is combined with the traditional nuttiness of the region. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Hardys Nottage Hill Cabernet / Shiraz 2001/02 SE Australia, Case of 12 This world-famous Australian blend epitomises the magic of minty, berry-fruit Cabernet complemented by warm spicy Shiraz. The fresh fruit flavours are interwoven with the soft tannins and vanilla pick-up from a year in new oak. Deceptively easy to drink, this wine has structure and class. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Duque de Viseu 2000 Dao, Portugal, Case of 12 This wine is made at the Quinta dos Carvalhais winery in the heart of the Dao region. Vines are planted on granite soils, which stress the plant and give sought-after low yields. The blend is a combination of Touriga Nacional, Jaen, Alfrocheiro and Tinta Roriz. When vinified, the wine is left to mature 12 months in new oak barrels. Dao wines had a tendency to be overextracted and hard, but this modern example has a lovely fruity aroma, is full with rich, round tannins. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Gewurztraminer 2002/03 Cave de Turckheim, France, Case of 24 A classic Gewurztraminer from the top-performing co-operative in the region. This wine has spicy, floral aromas and a generous, soft yet dry palate. It makes a wonderful partner to spicy Chinese or Thai foods. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Hockheimer Kirchenstück Riesling Spätlese 2002 Franz Künstler, Germany, Case of 12 Another fantastic vintage from this award winning winery. This wine has recently mean selected for the Decanter Wine Awards as the best German Riesling over £10. It has amazing intensity and real purity of flavour, especially given its low alcohol and cool climate origins. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Cape Promise Barrel Fermented Chenin Blanc 2003 Western Cape, South Africa, Case of 12 South Africa has long churned out vast quantities of standard Chenin Blancs. This wine, however, is an example of the growing number of really interesting and fantastic value Chenins from the Cape. The barrel fermentation here give a real chewey, smoky texture to the crispness that comes naturally to this grape. Try it with chicken, or garlicky prawns. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Château Les Sablines 2000 Monbazillac, Bordeaux, France, Case of 12 This wine comes from an area of France near to Bordeaux where sweet wines have a splendid reputation. Ripe Sauvignon is blended with late-harvest Sémillon and a little Muscadelle in a classic mix to produce this lovely honeyed golden white wine. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Canaletto Primitivo 2002 Puglia, Italy, Case of 12 Primitivo from Puglia, in the very deep south of Italy, has gained enormously in popularity in the past few years. This wine remains one of the very best on offer as it combines the super-ripe fruity character often found in this hot climate, with a more reserved, elegant oaky style. This is a very versatile food wine, going equally well with barbecues or roasts, or plain bangers and mash. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Saumur-Champigny Château de Targe 2001, Loire, France, Case of 12 This wine from Château de Targe is a classic example of the expressive nature of Cabernet Franc. A family-owned estate with vines excellently sited on first class deep limestone tufa soils, a "terroir" at the heart of good Loire red wines. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Dow's 20 Year Old Tawny Port, Case of 6 An average twenty years in wood concentrates the fruit and harmoniously integrates this wine. A beautifully textured, light amber coloured port of real distinction, sweet and long on the palate with a definite firm finish. Other wine Waitrose Wine Fortified Wines Fortified Wines

White Burgundy, Sparkling Wine, France, Case of 12 Made at the highly acclaimed and consistent cooperative, Cave de Lugny, this wine is made entirely of Champagne grape varieties, the majority proportion being the great Pinot Noir. Serve well chilled as a delicious apéritif or with smoked salmon. If kept for a year or so, this wine becomes rich and creamy, shedding its lively crispness, if you prefer a mature style. Sparkling wine Waitrose Wine Champagne & Sparkling Champagne and Sparkling

Sunrise Merlot 2004 Concha y Toro Central Valley , Chile, Case of 12 This wine owes its deep, luxurious colour to the grape variety Merlot. Its name is derived from the French word 'merle', which means 'blackbird'. Leafy, cool-climate fruit aromas give way to a fresh plum and herb flavour. Serve with soft cheese or pork sausages. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Oyster Bay Chardonnay 2002/03 Marlborough, New Zealand, Case of 12 Chardonnay vines grown on dry stony old river beds in the Marlborough region send their roots deep to seek out moisture and nutrients. In the process they absorb tiny amounts of minerals. As in the Loire and Chablis, this wine has a smoky, flinty overlay to the delicate nectarine/melon fruit and gentle buttery oak character. Enjoy with trout, salmon, seafood, chicken or pork. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

La Chasse du Pape Chardonnay / Viognier 2003 Vin de Pays d'Oc, France, Case of 12 This wine has recently been voted as one of the top 100 Vin de Pays wines and was even judged as the best white blend in the competition. No wonder we are pleased to be the first retailer to list it. There is a great combination of aromatic fruit and quite powerful Chardonnay character and it is very well balanced. Try this with summer salads or spicy foods. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Waitrose Good Ordinary Claret 2002 Bordeaux, France, Case of 12 Reliable, good value claret with a bouquet of red fruits from the Merlot and Cabernet grapes. Dry with a good balance of fruit and tannin, this wine is an excellent luncheon claret and could typically accompany cheese. Serve at room temperature Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Saint-Véran 2003 Blason de Bourgogne, Burgundy, France, Case of 12 This soft, gentle Chardonnay from vineyards in the south of Burgundy is a real contrast to the big, brash wine examples we sometimes find in the New World. The wines of Saint-Véran have a touch of the Mâcon rustic edge, but equally can have an elegance and refinement to offset this. These characters make this wine a brilliant food wine - one which is at its best when accompanying chicken or fish dishes. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Fairtrade Los Robles Carmenère 2003 Curicó, Chile, Case of 12 Offer Price £47.88 Usual Price £59.88 The Los Robles winery is a co-operative supporting small-scale local farmers in their quest to improve vine plantings to make better wine. Growers benefit by getting a proportion of wine sales as well as a better price for their grapes. This wine impressed us because of its quality of fruit, which is sourced from vines grown close to the Andes. The wine is rich in ripe, plummy fruit with a lasting finish. Other wine Waitrose Wine Monthly Special Offers Monthly Special Offers

Douglas Green Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 Western Cape, South Africa, Case of 12 The range of Douglas Green wines is very stylish, both in terms of the wine in the bottle and the label on the outside. Cabernet Sauvignon from South Africa can sometimes be a little austere, but the soft, rich, blackcurrant flavours are so supple that this is not a fear on this wine. Try it with barbecues, red meat dishes or tomato-based pizzas. Red wine Waitrose Wine Red Wine Red Wine

Gewurztraminer 2002/03 Cave de Turckheim, France, Case of 12 A classic Gewurztraminer from the top-performing co-operative in the region. This wine has spicy, floral aromas and a generous, soft yet dry palate. It makes a wonderful partner to spicy Chinese and Thai foods. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Finca Las Higueras Pinot Gris 2003 Lurton, Mendoza, Argentina, Case of 12 This wine exhibits all the classic gingery characters of Pinot Gris from Alsace, but with a ripe New World palate. Tropical fruit underpins the softly textured, easy-drinking flavours of this unusual wine. It is superbly versatile with food, lending itself perfectly to Asian dishes. It would be equally at home with a chicken korma or a tiger prawn stir-fry. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Waitrose Chilean Chardonnay / Sauvignon Blanc 2003 Central Valley, Chile, Case of 12 Offer Price £39.96 Usual Price £53.88 This year we have decided to freshen up our Chilean white with 25% Sauvignon, adding a new dimension to the soft, tropical Chardonnay character. Retaining a touch of oakiness in the Chardonnay, and with a little bottle age to meld the flavours, this wine is great as an easy-drinking apéritif but has the persistence and concentration to suit any number of dishes. Excellent for mid-week entertaining. Other wine Waitrose Wine Monthly Special Offers Monthly Special Offers

Touraine Sauvignon Les Silleries 2002, Loire, France, Case of 12 A deliciously refreshing, classically made white wine from the Sauvignon Blanc grape variety. Grown on the hallowed tuffeau soils of the Loire riverland region, near the famous old town of Tours. This wine shows marked poise and elegance, with fine balance from minerally acidity. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Tokay Pinot Gris d'Alsace 2002/03 Cave de Beblenheim, France, Case of 12 One of the noble grapes in Alsace, where the long, dry growing season ensures ripe, healthy fruit. Wonderfully aromatic and fresh wine with a characteristic mineral edge to the palate. This wine is brilliant with smoked hams or fish, and with most oriental dishes. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White 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

Montana Riesling 2002/03 Marlborough, New Zealand, Case of 12 New World Rieslings have taken off in their own countries, and it seems that we are learning to enjoy them here too. This wine's zesty juicy tropical fruit flavours are great with Chinese, Thai, or Indonesian dishes and make a delicious apéritif too. White wine Waitrose Wine White Wine White Wine

Waitrose Cream Sherry, Spain, Case of 12 Unbeatably delicious full bodied sweet sherry made to our own specification from old soleras. Real depth of character and a multi-layered fruit complexity is testament to this wine's fine pedigree. Other wine Waitrose Wine Fortified Wines Fortified Wines

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