France
France’s wine and spirits industry stands as a benchmark of quality and tradition, producing iconic wines from prestigious regions like Bordeaux and Burgundy alongside exceptional spirits such as Cognac and Armagnac. Renowned for its commitment to terroir and meticulous craftsmanship, the industry offers discerning consumers a rich tapestry of flavors and experiences that reflect the depth of French heritage.
Deesses Muettes 2023 Chardonnay
$18.99Bright yellow colour with golden hues. Expressive nose of flowers and exotic fruits. Fleshy and balanced on the palate, it complements the harmonious impression of freshness. Serve very cool (8-10ºC) with fish, shellfish or as an aperitif.
Grachies 2023 Gascogne Blanc
$18.9945% Colombard, 30% Ugni Blanc, 15% Gros Mansang, 10% Sauvignon Blanc
Vibrant aromas of citrus fruits. Very fresh and fruity with flavours of grapefruit, apple and lemon. A great aperitif wine but also pairs well with salads, fish, shellfish and white meat.
Deesses Muettes 2022 Merlot
$19.99Beautiful red color. Intense nose of cherry and blackcurrant. Fruit-driven mouthfeel displaying the rich aromas perceived on the nose. Long and elegant finish. Great with roasts, white meats, mixed salads, soft cheeses.
Nicol Bouche Cidre Bretagne
$19.99A powerful nose of baked apple, honey and a hint of cinnamon. A beautiful bitterness on the palate without being excessive. This is a very sophisticated Summer cider!
It shows remarkable depth, the result of a slow, traditional method of fermentation lasting up to six months. Nicol’s bittersweet apples are the key to this fermentation, providing the perfect tannin-to-acid balance.
Saint Desirat 2022 Ardeche Syrah
$19.99100% Syrah. Sustainably Farmed. Lots of characteristic Northern Rhone black pepper spice and savoury complexity. Sourced from vineyards just outside Saint-Joseph, hence the great price.
It’s done in a juicy style, offering sappy spice-laced berry flavours on the palate. The spicy note recurs on the long, smooth finish. An exceptional value that is drinking superbly now.
Monterail 2021 Costieres De Nimes
$21.99Dense and deep red with purple highlights. The nose is ripe with red fruit compote, mixed with a touch of spice. The full bodied mouthfeel and harmonious palate is loaded with ripe fruit and silky tannins with an excellent lengthy finish. This beautiful Rhône is an ideal accompaniment to grilled meats and Mediterranean cuisine.
Envyfols 2022 Gsm
$22.9945% Grenache, 40% Syrah and 15% Mourvèdre.
Delicious ripe fruits on the nose accent the full-bodied mouth. The supple tannins provides a quintessential “GSM” character. A delicious pick for any time of the year!
Envyfols 2023 Chardonnay Pays D’Oc
$22.99Captivating nose melds fresh herbs and cut grass with fresh peach and hints of honey and spice. Supple, rich and fresh – showing the strength of the vintage – offering a lovely touch of sweetness and just enough acidity to its flavours of peach, lemon, flowers and stone.
Cedre 2022 Marcel Malbec Igp
$22.99100% Malbec. Dark red colour. A very fruity nose, both powerful and elegant, it is perfectly round and soft on the palate with great fruit intensity. Enjoy this wine by itself, or pair with cheese, pizzas, grilled meat or pastas.
Esprit Du Rhone 2023 Cdr Rose
$23.99Grenache Noir, Carignan, Cinsault & Syrah. A lively, well-rounded rosé. Delicate, with a rich mouth feel and flavours of melon, light strawberry and mineral notes. Citrus and dried cherry linger on the long creamy finish.