Top white Châteauneuf, worthy of the name.

Top white Châteauneuf, worthy of the name.

Top white Châteauneuf, worthy of the name.

A cracking wine, only produced in the best years. 100% sauvignon grapes aged in new oak to give an interesting and full wine with elegance. On the nose, there are notes of almond and exotic fruits which are followed in the mouth by more floral, elegant flavours.

A cracking wine, only produced in the best years. 100% sauvignon grapes aged in new oak to give an interesting and full wine with elegance. On the nose, there are notes of almond and exotic fruits which are followed in the mouth by more floral, elegant flavours.

This lesser known village, just above Aloxe Corton, produces great value red Burgundy, particularly by Monsieur Cornu.

Painstakingly assembled Soave - aspects of spice, nuts, honey and almonds. Wonderful.

The soil of La Rocca is unique in Soave being a limestone outcrop in a sea of basalt. Single vineyard made solely from Garganega grapes, this has pure aromas of almonds and honey, with an intense, concentrated palate.

One of Marlborough's most celebrated Sauvignon Blanc wines, from the winemaker who put the variety on the map - Kevin Judd.

One of Marlborough's most celebrated Sauvignon Blanc wines, from the winemaker who put the variety on the map - Kevin Judd.

One of Marlborough's most celebrated Sauvignon Blanc wines, from the winemaker who put the variety on the map - Kevin Judd.

The aromatics are splendid: springtime perfumery, fresh ginger, peaches, apricots and honeysuckle. The palate is waxy and delicate yet with an underlying strength and focus. Aromas follow effortlessly onto the rich palate.

Dark ruby in colour. Savory aromas on the nose with mineral and black fruit. Well-structured and elegant, with mineral, smoky, balsamic, and subtle hints of black fruit

It seems crazy that grand Cru fizz can be obtained so cheaply. Superb.

It seems crazy that grand Cru fizz can be obtained so cheaply. Superb.

It seems crazy that grand Cru fizz can be obtained so cheaply. Superb.

The grapes for this house come from the Bouzy Grand Cru and are a blend of 20% Chardonnay and 80% Pinot Noir. With notes of dried fruits, toasted brioche and pretty red fruits on the finish.

100% Grand Cru, 100% delicious. A Martinez exclusive that's drinking well now but with plenty of scope for development.

100% Grand Cru, 100% delicious. A Martinez exclusive that's drinking well now but with plenty of scope for development.

100% Grand Cru, 100% delicious. A Martinez exclusive that's drinking well now but with plenty of scope for development.

This is a crisp, fruity Brut Champagne with honey, pastry and wonderful balance.

This is a crisp, fruity Brut Champagne with honey, pastry and wonderful balance.