Christmas Crackers Six

A soft, easy and elegant Cabernet Franc with excellent floral aromas and delicious, soft and forward red fruits on the palate.

“Finally, the 2018 Tanners Super Claret, a wonderful wine produced for Tanners by Mélanie Barton at Château Mauvesin Barton, the Moulis-en-Médoc estate of her late and greatly lamented grandfather, Anthony Barton (of Léoville and Langoa fame). A Merlot-based blend from an out­standing year, it’s already in its precocious prime and you’d be hard-pressed to find its equal.”
Jonathan Ray, The Spectator, 2nd December 2023

Our latest Super Claret is made by the Barton family of Léoville and Langoa Barton. It has lovely sweet fruit with excellent balance and weight. A classic claret from an excellent vintage.

The winery at Rioja Vega was overhauled in 2001 and their wines have surged forward. From Tempranillo with a little Mazuelo and Garnacha, this smooth, soft, richly-fruited red, has spice and vanilla from 12 months in American oak.

Great honeyed fruit character with a succulent minerality, hints of citrus and juicy apples on the palate with a dry almost chalky finish.

An elegant Sauvignon Blanc, sourced from Marlborough's Wairau Valley. Subtle lime notes entice on the nose, while vibrant acidity supports flavours of gooseberry and passionfruit on the palate.

Beautifully elegant Pinot Grigio, a good step up from the standard fare with elegant pear and honey fruit and a note of candied peel. It is dry and well-balanced with a rounded finish.