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Crafted from carefully selected Chardonnay vineyards across Burgundy, this wine delivers purity, freshness and remarkable value while showcasing the precision and elegance that define Domaine de Montille.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warm and generous 2018 vintage has produced a beautifully balanced white wine with aromas of citrus blossom, green apple, and ripe pear. 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Crafted from Premier Cru vineyards in Rully, this elegant Chardonnay combines precision, freshness and mineral complexity with the richness of the outstanding 2020 vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright aromas of citrus zest, white peach, green apple, and delicate floral notes lead into a beautifully balanced palate layered with ripe orchard fruits, subtle oak influence and vibrant mineral character. The result is a refined and expressive White Burgundy that overdelivers for its appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced under the Leflaive Associés project, which partners with carefully selected growers throughout Burgundy, this wine reflects the same attention to detail and commitment to quality that have made Domaines Leflaive famous worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lemon zest, white flowers, green apple, white peach, and subtle toasted almonds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh citrus, ripe stone fruits, creamy texture and elegant mineral notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, precise, and refreshing with lingering citrus and chalky minerality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent match for grilled lobster, scallops, roast chicken, creamy pasta dishes, white fish, goat's cheese, and seafood risotto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from The Strong Water Co.?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover exceptional Burgundy wines at The Strong Water Co., your independent wine merchant serving Royal Deeside from our shops in \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/banchory-whisky-shop\"\u003eBanchory\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/ballater-whisky-shop\"\u003eBallater\u003c\/a\u003e. We offer a carefully curated selection of fine wines, Champagne, whisky and spirits with UK-wide delivery available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leflaive Associés\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domaines Leflaive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rully Premier Cru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry White Wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75cl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Armit Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56850181783932,"sku":"A20RUBLA06B","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/4813\/3192\/files\/Rully1er.jpg?v=1781122674"},{"product_id":"2015-beaune-1er-cru-les-avaux-domaine-des-clos-burgundy","title":"2015 Beaune 1er Cru Les Avaux, Domaine des Clos, Burgundy","description":"\u003ch1\u003e2015 Beaune 1er Cru Les Avaux, Domaine des Clos\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eElegant Premier Cru Burgundy from Beaune\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe 2015 Beaune 1er Cru Les Avaux from Domaine des Clos is a beautifully mature Premier Cru Burgundy, showing the elegance, depth and finesse that make Pinot Noir from Beaune so appealing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFrom the warm and highly regarded 2015 Burgundy vintage, this wine offers ripe red cherry, wild strawberry, soft spice and gentle earthy notes, balanced by fine tannins and a long, refined finish.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nLes Avaux is a respected Premier Cru vineyard in Beaune, known for producing structured yet elegant Burgundy with excellent ageing potential. 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Visit our \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/banchory-whisky-shop\"\u003eBanchory wine shop\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/ballater-whisky-shop\"\u003eBallater wine shop\u003c\/a\u003e, or order online for UK-wide delivery.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domaine des Clos\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beaune 1er Cru Les Avaux\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beaune Premier Cru\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinot Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75cl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Armit Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56850183127420,"sku":"A15BLADC12B","price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/4813\/3192\/files\/LesAvauxPinotNoir.jpg?v=1781122235"},{"product_id":"gusbourne-estate-brut-reserve-2013-late-disgorged","title":"Gusbourne Estate Brut Reserve 2013 Late Disgorged","description":"\u003ch1\u003eGusbourne Estate Brut Reserve 2013 Late Disgorged\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience one of England's finest sparkling wines with the Gusbourne Estate Brut Reserve 2013 Late Disgorged. Produced from a cool vintage and matured extensively on its lees for around 90 months before disgorgement, this exceptional English sparkling wine showcases the remarkable complexity, elegance and freshness that have made Gusbourne one of the UK's most celebrated wine producers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully mature and complex sparkling wine with aromas of lemon blossom, elderflower, orchard fruits and delicate creaminess. The palate reveals layers of baked apple, peach, ripe stone fruits, nougat and toasted brioche, balanced by vibrant acidity and a long, refined finish. Extended lees ageing brings remarkable depth, texture and complexity while retaining freshness and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lemon blossom, elderflower, apple blossom, cream, brioche and subtle spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peach, baked apple, ripe cherry, nougat, citrus and toasted pastry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, elegant and beautifully balanced with lingering orchard fruit and brioche notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy Gusbourne Brut Reserve 2013 Late Disgorged?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLate disgorged sparkling wines are produced by allowing the wine to spend significantly longer ageing on its lees before release, creating additional richness, texture and complexity while preserving freshness. Gusbourne was one of the pioneers of Late Disgorged English sparkling wine, and the 2013 vintage has received widespread acclaim for its combination of maturity, finesse and exceptional balance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect alongside oysters, lobster, dressed crab, smoked salmon, roast chicken, creamy risottos and celebratory canapés. The wine's richness and vibrant acidity also make it an outstanding alternative to prestige Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Gusbourne Estate Brut Reserve 2013 Late Disgorged in Scotland\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable from The Strong Water Co., your specialist \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/banchory-whisky-shop\"\u003eBanchory wine and whisky shop\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/ballater-whisky-shop\"\u003eBallater wine and whisky shop\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Elegant, structured and built for ageing, this is a superb bottle for collectors, Italian wine lovers and anyone looking for a serious red wine with real depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Castellero vineyard sits within the Barolo DOCG and is known for producing refined, aromatic wines with balance, perfume and fine tannic structure. The 2021 vintage shows beautiful notes of red cherry, raspberry, rose petals, liquorice, tobacco, dried herbs and spice, with a long, savoury finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, this Barolo is powerful yet precise, with vibrant red fruit, firm Nebbiolo tannins and excellent freshness. 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Available with UK delivery, or collect from our \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/banchory-whisky-shop\"\u003eBanchory shop\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/ballater-whisky-shop\"\u003eBallater shop\u003c\/a\u003e. 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There is excellent freshness through the middle of the wine, leading to a long, elegant and refined finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Château Durfort-Vivens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Durfort-Vivens is one of the historic estates of Margaux and was ranked as a \u003cstrong\u003eDeuxième Cru – Second Growth – in the 1855 Classification\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the ownership of Gonzague Lurton, the estate has become particularly recognised for its commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture. The vineyards have been farmed biodynamically since the 2016 vintage, with the fruit harvested by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLe Relais de Durfort-Vivens\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a more approachable expression of the estate and provides an excellent way to experience the character and pedigree of a classified-growth Margaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e2018 Vintage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 vintage produced a ripe and generous expression of Bordeaux while retaining the structure and freshness required for balance. 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These well-drained soils are particularly suited to Cabernet Sauvignon and contribute to the distinctive mineral, smoky character found in the estate's red wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine de Chevalier is renowned for producing Bordeaux of finesse and balance rather than sheer power, with its finest vintages capable of developing beautifully over several decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 2006 Vintage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2006 Domaine de Chevalier Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e is composed of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30% Merlot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5% Petit Verdot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon gives the wine its structure, spice and classic blackcurrant character, while Merlot adds richness and texture. 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Careful decanting for around an hour can help the wine open and reveal its full aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domaine de Chevalier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domaine de Chevalier Rouge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bordeaux\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pessac-Léognan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cru Classé de Graves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry Red Wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75cl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy \u003cstrong\u003eDomaine de Chevalier Rouge 2006 Cru Classé de Graves\u003c\/strong\u003e online from \u003cstrong\u003eThe Strong Water Co.\u003c\/strong\u003e, independent wine merchants in Royal Deeside, Scotland. 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