Six Wonders of the Wine World Case

Outstanding Côte-Rôtie from one of the region's great names. The 2016 vintage was a triumph here, and the wine’s typically peppery, layered profile is conveyed in a more poised style than in some other recent vintages. A syrah of great charm and clarity. Low stock: limited to six bottles per member.

The Cazes family believe this is even better than their 2005 and who are we to disagree? With stunning Pauillac power and depth, sweet fruit and, crucially, charm too, this is a world-class claret.

Champagne Charlie at its best, in one of the great modern vintages for the region. Dazzling aromas of fresh greengage and apricot mingle with complex underlying notes of biscuit, toasted hazelnut and light brioche. On the palate, its concentrated flavours are conveyed with brightness and balance thanks to the acidity in the wine and its fine chalky texture, ending with a touch of spice on the long, rounded finish. Fabulous wine.

The 2017 white Burgundy vintage represents a fine, cool year, enabling this wine to develop and exhibit the lovely floral aromas of this top, and quintessential, Puligny cru, Folatières. Perfectly situated mid-slope where the best soil, aspect and climate come together and produce beautifully balanced grapes which result in a wine of great harmony and poise.

From shallow soil and good plant material, pinot tordu (pinot with small yields but difficult to train as its growth habit is irregular and ‘twisted’). Intense, fine perfume and an exquisite palate. 2024–2034.

Gran Reserva Rioja doesn't get much better than this. From the sensational 2001 vintage, '890' is the epitome of aged Rioja. Highly complex, leathery and fine in texture, yet still with plenty of energy. Decant just before serving. This wine is a Museum Release: thanks to our member-owned co-operative model, our buyers are able to buy wines to mature in the perfect conditions of our temperature-controlled cellars and release them when they are ready to enjoy.