Words, Wines & Wonders

From reviews and wine profiles from our extensive portfolio to team updates, events and regional travels – our blog covers it all.

Regional Focus: Burgundy

Burgundy, or in its native tongue, Bourgogne, is a historic wine province made up of more AOCs than any other part of…


Domaine Bertagna: The Bare Facts

Domaine Bertagna; Owns 28 ha of land. One of the key Growers in Vougeot, with impressive holdings allied to Grand…


1. 2013 Domaine Bertagna Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru

Domaine Bertagna Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru: This walled vineyard is overlooked by Clos Blanc De Vougeot Castle.…


2. 2013 Beaux Frères Upper Terrace Pinot Noir

Beaux Frères Upper Terrace Pinot Noir: This former pig farm now produces some of Oregon’s best Pinot Noir and is part…


3. 2013 Hawkshead First Vines Pinot Noir

Denis and Ulrike have a deep and loving involvement with the land. It really shines through in this wine crafted solely…


4. 2013 Frédéric Magnien Vosne Romanée Aux Champs Perdrix

An obsession with lunar-cycles and bio-dynamic methodology has helped Frédéric create phenomenal wine through his…


#5 2013 Cristom Eileen Vineyard Pinot Noir

This sustainable vineyard has developed a cult following throughout the world.  Blending a Californian approach to…


Regional Focus: Oregon

The rebirth of an industry which proves that quality outs quantity. Whilst not the biggest producer - they produce a…


2013 Folium Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir

Famously the home of Ponsonby the goat, which just happens to produce some outstandingly vibrant Pinot Noir. Smoky…


Aurum: A Nod to the Old World

The word Aurum is Latin for gold. Literally translated it means “shining dawn”. Aurum’s vineyard is adjacent to old…


2013 Flowers Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

This wine represents life at the extremes in Southern California. This unique slice of Sonoma harnesses the marine…


Regional Focus: Central Otago

Spectacular landscape that is home to some of the world’s best pinot noir and holds the title of the world’s…


2013 Aurum Mathilde Pinot Noir

Aurum is in both name, and wine - a golden star of Pinot. Named for the winemaker’s eldest daughter, Mathilde exudes…


2013 Trapet-Rochelandet Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru La Petite Chapelle

Surfing the Côte de Nuits this Premier Cru is renowned for its concentration and elegance. “Think your child's hands…


2013 Domaine Chevalier Père & Fils Gevrey Chambertin Village

Situated in Côte de Nuits this traditional Burgundy is robust and complex with a youthful energy. Not to mention…


Top 10 Pinot Noirs from 2013

In a typically Dhall & Nash fashion we figured why not lighten the gloom of returning to work with a delicious Pinot…


The Growers’ Revolution

Champagne has evolved into three distinct types of producer - The négociant houses, (26 of which are Grand Marques),…


#1: 2002 Billecart-Salmon Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart Brut

In 1999, the Nicolas François Billecart 1959 vintage was voted the “Champagne of the Millennium,” - The '61 came…


#2: 2006 Billecart-Salmon Cuvée Elisabeth Salmon Brut Rosé

Named for the Grandam of this Maison - This wine embodies the essence of feminine poise and elegance. Held for 10 years…


Maison Cattier: Les Coutumes Familliales

At 6 Rue Dom Perignon, Chigny-Les-Roses you'll find Cattier. A small family owned Maison boasting some of the deepest…