Our Staff Picks: August Favourites!

This August, our team picked some true gems, focusing on bold reds and intriguing whites that are perfect for summer evenings and the transition into autumn.

From a powerful Bulgarian red to a classic Aussie Cabernet, our staff picks were all about flavour and quality. Read on to discover the wines that our team loved this month!

Peter's Bold Bulgarian Choice

Owner Peter picked the powerful Domaine Bessa Valley Enira, a fantastic red that’s a real game-changer from Bulgaria. He praised its richness and elegance, with lovely dark fruit flavours and a touch of spice, all wrapped up in a beautifully smooth texture. Peter recommends it as a superb partner for everything from a Sunday roast to a barbecue.

Domaine Bessa Valley Enira

Single Price: £20.50

Mixed 6 Price: £18.50

Ellie's Unexpected Spanish White

Ellie, our Marketing Director, chose the brilliant Bodegas Altolandon 'Enblanco de Altolandon'. She loves this organic Spanish white for its unique character, with notes of fresh citrus, fragrant herbs, and a lovely mineral backbone. This elegant and easy-drinking wine is perfect for those warmer evenings and pairs beautifully with grilled fish or light salads.

Bodegas Altolandon 'Enblanco de Altolandon'

Single Price: £17.50

Mixed 6 Price: £15.50

Dan's Rhône Red Favourite

Dan, our Junior Designer, chose the Lirac, Moulin des Chenes, a Rhône red that delivers on all fronts. He loves its rich, velvety texture and its abundance of ripe fruit and warming spices. He recommends it as a great wine for comfort food like stews and roasts, but its balance means it can be enjoyed any time you fancy a satisfying red.

Lirac, Moulin des Chenes

Single Price: £19.90

Mixed 6 Price: £17.90

Fraser's Classic Aussie Cabernet

Fraser, our Warehouse Manager, opted for a classic that never disappoints: the Pedestal Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon. He highlighted its beautiful balance of deep blackcurrant fruit, a lovely freshness, and a smooth, polished finish. Fraser loves how it shines with food, making it the perfect partner for a juicy steak or a Sunday roast.