For the Autumn 2024 edition, the Cave team has curated a selection of wines perfect for the cooler months. Featuring a mix of old-world charm and new-world flair, these bottles are ideal for cosy evenings and hearty meals.
Château de Messey, Clos des Avoueries Monopole, 2022 - Burgundy, France
This elegant white Burgundy delivers bright aromas of ripe pear, green apple, and citrus, with subtle floral notes and a hint of minerality. The palate is smooth and medium-bodied, with vibrant acidity, delicate oak influence, and a clean, refreshing finish. Château de Messey is a historic estate in the Mâconnais region of Burgundy, known for its terroir-driven, monopole (single-vineyard) wines that emphasise purity and balance.
Clemens Busch, Riesling Trocken, 2023 - Mosel, Germany
Crisp and refreshing, this dry Riesling bursts with green apple, citrus, and stone fruit flavours, complemented by a steely minerality. The palate is zesty, with bright acidity and a clean, lingering finish. Clemens Busch is a renowned producer in the Mosel region of Germany, known for biodynamic viticulture and crafting terroir-driven Rieslings that reflect the unique characteristics of their steep slate vineyards.
Bodegas Albamar, Albariño, 2023 - Rias Baixas, Spain
This lively Albariño showcases notes of lemon, green apple, and tropical fruit, with a hint of saline from its coastal origins. Crisp acidity and a vibrant, mouthwatering finish make this a refreshing and food-friendly white. Bodegas Albamar, located in the Rías Baixas region of Galicia, Spain, focuses on the Albariño grape. Their proximity to the Atlantic Ocean imparts a distinct maritime influence on their wines, enhancing freshness and minerality.
Principiano Ferdinando, Dosset, 2023 - Piemonte, Italy
Light and vibrant, this fresh Dolcetto offers bright red fruit flavours of cherries and raspberries, with a touch of spice. It’s an easy-drinking, low-tannin red with lively acidity and a juicy, refreshing finish. Principiano Ferdinando is a family-run estate in the Langhe region of Piedmont, Italy. They focus on organic farming and crafting natural wines that emphasise the varietal purity and regional character.
Domaine Le Bérangeraie, Cuvée Juline, 2018 - Cahors, France
A rich and robust wine, with intense aromas of blackberries, plums, and spices. The palate is full-bodied with velvety tannins, layers of dark fruit, and a long, smooth finish with a touch of oak. Domaine Le Bérangeraie is a family-owned estate in Cahors, southwest France. They specialise in Malbec, producing wines that showcase the depth and structure of this grape from the region’s limestone-rich soils.
Domaine des Côtes Rousses, Coteau de la Mort, 2019 - Savoie, France
A unique red wine with aromas of dark berries, plums, and earthy notes, underpinned by hints of pepper and herbs. The palate is structured, with firm tannins and a mineral-driven finish, reflecting its alpine terroir. Domaine des Côtes Rousses is located in the Savoie region of France, specialising in wines from high-altitude vineyards. They focus on minimal intervention winemaking and preserving the natural characteristics of their unique terroir.