William's House Wines
Welcome to my wine store – the smallest in the world, where I list just eight bottles at any one time. That makes choosing and ordering wine simpler than ever, with the list refreshed every few weeks to bring you seasonal favourites at great value. I only share wines I truly love, so if you trust me on food, you can trust me on wine. Happy Sipping!
'Easy drinking white, fab for a glug, great with supper'
£14.00
La Vigneau is sourced from mature Chardonnay vines near Narbonne planted in mineral rich soils and cooled by an oceanic micro-climate for this elegant Languedoc white.
'Round, juicy and full of plums'
£13.50
Hailing from the Western Cape, this Merlot is round and supple, full of juicy plums, cherries and blackberries. Complemented by a fresh acidity and soft tannins.
'A fabulous fizz for the fridge door!'
£17.50
Domaine Rosier was established in 1982 by Michel and Renza Rosier. Moving from their native Champagne to the Languedoc in order to set up their Domaine, they completely restructured the vineyard which had been planted entirely with Aramon vines. They replanted with Mauzac, Chardonnay, Chenin and Pinot Noir; the classic varieties of the region. Now son Nicolas has joined his father in the viticulture/winemaking side of the business. The wine is made using the Method Traditionelle which requires a secondary fermentation within the closed bottle to create a fine natural mousse. It also generates the rich yeasty lees flavours enjoyed in the best sparkling wines.
'Great-value: a fresh, tasty and joyful white.'
£12.50
From the Western Cape in South Africa this wine is produced by Ellis wines and takes its name from the 18th century legend of the Flying Dutchman; a ship which was lost off the Cape of Good Hope in a storm.
'A grand bottle at a great price'
£16.50
Bordeaux Supérieur is an appellation which covers the whole of the Bordeaux region, it is a title in its own right, specifically covering both red and white wines. It is classified when it has achieved a higher natural level of alcohol and lower yields than basic Bordeaux. Bordeaux lies in the southwest of France and in general has a moderate maritime climate with varying levels of influence from the cool Atlantic Ocean and the Rivers Garonne, Dordogne and the Gironde Estuary. It is a region that sees a range of challenges bringing variety each vintage.
'Aromatic, fresh: why we LOVE a Picpoul!'
£17.00
Picpoul de Pinet is a wine produced in a small region behind the sand dunes of Sete on the Mediterranean coast. Ungrafted Piquepoul vines planted on chalky soils are kept cool and humid by the sea breeze. This Domaine is one of only four significant producers of Picpoul de Pinet alongside 20 or so tiny Domaines. Hidden behind a neglected concrete facade of the old winery lies an immaculate modern facility. This progressive winery manages a variety of domaines and styles, the `Trois Mats` is overseen by a New Zealand consultant winemaker.
