The 1995 Chateau Coutet et Madam Cuvee Sauterne is a stunning wine from the renowned Château Coutet in France. This vintage boasts a vibrant golden colour, hinting at its maturity and complexity. On the nose, intense aromas of honey, apricot, and exotic spices immediately transport you to the sun-drenched vineyards of France. The palate is velvety and rich, with flavours of ripe peach, caramel, and a touch of citrus. The luscious sweetness is perfectly balanced by a refreshing acidity, resulting in a harmonious and elegant finish. This Sauterne is a testament to the masterful craftsmanship of Château Coutet, and its 1995 vintage is a true gem that has aged beautifully. Enjoy it with a decadent cheese platter or as a dessert wine to fully appreciate its opulence and finesse.

Every now and then, in life and in wine, we are presented with unique opportunities to express ourselves and create something truly remarkable. When these rare opportunities arise, we need to capture, nurture and develop them so that their potential is fulfilled. So when Torbreck were given the opportunity to work with one of the most famous vineyards in the Barossa Valley, they were determined to use all their experience to ensure the resulting Shiraz was truly remarkable.

Regarded a Super Second (but technically a 3me growth), Palmer is capable of producing wines that equal or even outstrip the quality of its famous Premier cru neighbour, Ch. Margaux. Named for the wealthy English military man who bought the estate in the early 19th century, Palmer is now majority owned by the Mahler Besse and Sichel families - famous Bordeaux negociants. Many of the best plots on the property were purchased after the Classification of 1855, explaining in part why Palmer did not warrant higher standing at that time. Certainly today there is no question that the wine is among Bordeauxs best. The estate also makes a separate second label - named Alter Ego - which is made from similarly high quality fruit but treated differently in the winery with the aim of producing a counterpoint in style to the First wine.

The wine had an intense, full and radiant bouquet, with notes of honeysuckle, orange coloured fruits and hints of iodines sensations. The creamy chewiness characterising the vintage is channeled in a direction that is edgy yet embracing with a wave of aromatic persistence. Smokey, biting and full of energy finish balances it all out.

This is 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay from 40 year-old vines on the chalk slopes of Ambonnay. The wine was aged completely in barrel, no malo and less than 2 g/l dosage. Stupendous depth and concentration with layers upon layer of smoky dark fruit no