Highly recommended
90-94pts
Casa Marin, Miramar Vineyard Riesling, Lo Abarca, San Antonio, Chile 2021
AB 94 BG 94 DV 94
£25 Alliance Wine
Defined and focused, lime, lemon peel, and a hint of white flowers. So much energy and an almost sizzling acidity. Youthful but should open up and grow in complexity with time. Drink 2022-2035 Alc 12.5%
Carmen, Quijada Semillon, Apalta, Chile 2020
AB 94 BG 94 DV 91
£31.20 (2019) Hedonism
Lime, wet stones, green apple and fresh dough. Lively Semillon with good purity, direction and a faint hint of smoke. Classy. Drink 2022-2030 Alc 12.5%
Concha y Toro, Terrunyo Sauvignon Blanc, Casablanca Valley, Chile 2021
AB 91 BG 94 DV 92
POA
Concha y Toro UK
A lean and mouthwatering Sauvignon
Blanc with attractive gooseberry and thyme notes. On the palate it is refined, refreshing and persistent. Drink 2022-2027 Alc 12%
Garces Silva, Amayna Chardonnay, Leyda Valley, San Antonio, Chile 2019
AB 91 BG 93 DV 93
£21.80
Buckingham Schenk
Elegant and sophisticated aromas include notes of peach, citrus and hazelnut. This wine has a nice balance and brings plenty of joy. Drink 2022-2029 Alc 14%
Matias Riccitelli, Old Vines from Patagonia Semillon, Río Negro, Patagonia, Argentina 2021
AB 95 BG 94 DV 92
£41 Hallgarten Wines, Selfridges, Shelved Wine Flinty, butternut, citrus fruit and fresh dough. Pure with razor sharp acidity, great concentration and definition. Wait a couple of years if you can. Drink 2022-2035 Alc 12%
Rutini, Apartado Gran Chardonnay, Gualtallary, Mendoza, Argentina 2019
AB 94 BG 93 DV 93
£44 Viñals Wine & Food
Ethereal and inviting, with complex aromas of yellow fruits, hazelnuts, bruised apples and sweet spices. A sophisticated wine that will age well. Drink 2022-2035 Alc 13.6%
Falasco, Hermandad Chardonnay, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina 2019
AB 91 BG 91 DV 94
£21.99 Widely available at independent merchants via UK agent Condor Wines Restrained, elegant aromas, notes of citrus, fresh apples and a hint of sweet spices. The palate is lively, with lingering notes of citrus. Drink 2022-2028 Alc 13.5%
Garzón, Petit Clos Block #27 Albariño, Maldonado, Uruguay 2020
AB 93 BG 92 DV 90 bodegagarzon.com
Youthful with delicate aromas of citrus fruits, fresh apple and fresh dough. The palate has good weight and concentration. A full-bodied Albariño with great drive and length. Drink 2022-2027 Alc 14%
Matias Riccitelli, Old Vines from Patagonia Torrontés, Río Negro, Patagonia, Argentina 2019
AB 94 BG 93 DV 94
£41 Hallgarten Wines, Taurus Wines
Mint and lime leaf jump from this aromatic amphora-aged Torrontés. The palate shows more lemon zest and zingy acidity, leading to a citrussy finish. Drink 2022-2026 Alc 12%
Cerro Chapeu, 1752 Gran Tradición Petit Manseng-Viognier, Montevideo, Uruguay 2019
AB 90 BG 94 DV 91 cerrochapeu.com
Aromatic nose with white peach, green melon, apple and blossom. Full-bodied and round, backed up by lively acidity with a silky finish. Drink 2022-2029 Alc 13.5%
Finca Suarez, Semillon, Paraje Altamira, Mendoza, Argentina 2021
AB 90 BG 94 DV 93
£24.50 Carruthers & Kent, Tiny’s Tipple
Fresh, slightly creamy, displaying notes of whites peach, citrus and fresh dough. On the palate it is delicate, refined and delicious with a beautiful, refreshing finish.
Drink 2022-2028 Alc 12%
La Cayetana, Criolla Blanca, Lavalle, Mendoza, Argentina 2019
AB 92 BG 91 DV 94
£19.99-£23 Roberts & Speight, Terroir Wines, Tiny’s Tipple
Orange zest, ripe apricot, jasmine and white orchard fruit. On the palate a wonderful creamy texture, good concentration with a delicate finish. Drink 2022-2027 Alc 13.5%
Norton, Altura White Blend, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina 2021
AB 91 BG 93 DV 92
£21 Last Drop Wines
A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Gruner Veltliner. Smoky mineral, layered aromas of fine herbs and citrus fruit. Beautifully structured on the palate, with vibrant freshness. Drink 2022-2029 Alc 13%
Zuccardi, Polígonos Chardonnay, San Pablo, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina 2021
AB 90 BG 92 DV 93
£25.25 Hatch Mansfield, Mr Wheeler,
The Oxford Wine Co
Notes of yellow fruits, florals and brioche. Displays beautiful texture, harmony and exudes finesse. Drink 2022-2028 Alc 13%
Bouza, Riesling, Pan de Azucar, Maldonado, Uruguay 2020
AB 93 BG 91 DV 89
£24.95 Jeroboams
Inviting notes of rubber boots and petrol will drive Riesling fiends wild. The palate has good concentration, ripe lemon and white peach, leading to a gradual and long finish. Drink 2022-2032 Alc 13.5%
Casa Silva, Lago Ranco Riesling, Región Austral, Patagonia, Chile 2021
AB 93 BG 90 DV 89
£21.95 De Burgh Wine Merchants
Graceful and attractive with citrus fruit, fresh dough and bruised apples with a racy acidity that is tamed by off-dry sweetness. Chile’s equivalent of a Mosel-style Riesling.
Drink 2022-2032 Alc 11.5%
Santa Rita, Floresta Field Blend Blanco, Apalta, Chile 2020
AB 91 BG 96 DV 90
£25 Santa Rita Estates Europe
Complex wine with layers of savoury and sweet aromas between spices, tea leaves, bergamot, cardamom, blossom and dried fruit. A slight salinity on the finish and great freshness. Drink 2022-2028 Alc 13.3%
Zuccardi, Polígonos Semillon, Tupungato, Mendoza, Argentina 2021
AB 93 BG 92 DV 92
£25.25 Hatch Mansfield
Butter, toast, green apple and lime. On the palate it is rich, concentrated and beautifully balanced by attractive freshness. Drink 2022-2028 Alc 13%
Bouchon, Granito Semillon, Maule Valley, Chile 2020
AB 93 BG 90 DV 90
£35 Condor Wines
Honey and hay notes with hints of quince. Racy, crisp, lean and attractive Semillon that promises a long future. Drink 2022-2030 Alc 13%
Concha y Toro, Marques de Casa Concha Chardonnay, Quebrada Seca, Limarí Valley, Chile 2020
AB 92 BG 90 DV 92
£14.11 Nethergate Wines
Fresh dough, citrus peel, green apple and vanilla. Full-bodied with breadth from oak ageing, but still with a lively acidity and Limarí typicity. Drink 2022-2029 Alc 13.9%
Viña Cobos, Bramare Los Arbolitos Chardonnay, Mendoza, Argentina 2019
AB 92 BG 93 DV 90
£42.99 Alliance Wine, House of Wine Leeds,
The Beckford Bottle Shop
Tangy acidity and attractive notes of Meyer lemon, blossom, honey and nuts. Round and full but vibrant acidity keeps it fresh. Full of character. Drink 2022-2030 Alc 14.5%
Bouza, Albariño, Montevideo, Uruguay 2021
AB 90 BG 92 DV 92
£24.95 Jeroboams
Youthful and vibrant with notes of pear, red apple, lemon and jasmine. Lots of energy and crunchy fruit combined with a persistent and refreshing finish.
Drink 2022-2028 Alc 13%
Casa Marin, Cipreses Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, Aconcagua Valley, Chile 2021
AB 92 BG 87 DV 93
£22.99 Alliance Wine, Sandhams
Bright, clean and seductive on the nose displaying notes of passion fruit, fresh cut grass and elderflower. Bright and extremely enjoyable. Drink 2022-2027 Alc 13.5%
De Martino, Tres Volcanes Chardonnay, Malleco Valley, Chile, 2017
AB 93 BG 90 DV 89
£23.67-£29.50 Great Wines Direct, Hic,
KWM, The Fine Wine Co, The Great Wine Co
Honey and custard tart characters envelop this full-bodied Chardonnay, which has a solid structure, but retaining freshness and lively fruit. Drink 2022-2028 Alc 13.5%
Familia Deicas, Preludio Barrel Select White, Juanico, Canelones, Uruguay 2021
AB 91 BG 93 DV 90
£25.50 (2020) Christopher Keiller
Lively, youthful and full of attractive fruit including apple, melon and citrus fruits. Lovely precision and focus with good ageability. Drink 2022-2030 Alc 13%
Matías Riccitelli, Blanco de la Casa, Mendoza, Argentina 2021
AB 91 BG 91 DV 90
£23.75-£26.95 Fintry Wines, Hallgarten Wines, Hic, Shelved Wines, Strictly Wine
Youthful, attractive and vibrant, showing plenty of orchard fruits and a hint of fresh dough and spice. Nice freshness and texture. Drink 2022-2030 Alc 12.5%
Tabalí, Talinay Sauvignon Blanc, Limarí Valley, Chile 2021
AB 91 BG 93 DV 90
£20 D Byrne & Co, Highbury Vintners,
John Hattersley
Delicate notes of dill, green bell pepper, grass and elderflower embrace the cool climate of Limarí. Well made, balanced and very enjoyable. Drink 2022-2028 Alc 14%
Zuccardi, Polígonos Verdejo, San Pablo, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina 2021
AB 92 BG 92 DV 90
£25.25 Hennings, The Halifax Wine Co Delicately perfumed including aromas of passion fruit and floral notes. The palate has texture, with fresh and vibrant green fruit. Bright and enjoyable with nice purity.
Drink 2022-2028 Alc 13%
Garces Silva, Amayna Sauvignon Blanc, Leyda Valley, San Antonio, Chile 2021
AB 89 BG 93 DV 92
£20 Buckingham Schenk
Lime leaf, capsicum and grass, with notes of mango, passion fruit and white flowers. On the palate it is ripe, rich, forward and carries good acidity. Drink 2022-2026 Alc 14%
Rutini, Colección Sauvignon Blanc, Gualtallary, Mendoza, Argentina 2022
AB 93 BG 90 DV 90
£20 Viñals Wine & Food
Racy acidity and a cool-fruit profile with crunchy green apple, mountain herb and citrus zest. Delicate, young and promising.
Drink 2022-2028 Alc 13.2%
Viña Cobos, Vinculum Chardonnay, Mendoza, Argentina 2019
AB 90 BG 94 DV 89
£44.99 Alliance Wine, KWM, Reserve Wines,
The Vinorium
Nutty complexity with notes of hazelnut and butterscotch with voluptuous Chardonnay underneath. Full-bodied, persistent and still has a while to go. Drink 2022-2028 Alc 14.5%
Bouchon, Granito Semillon, Maule Valley, Chile 2019
AB 92 BG 85 DV 92 £31.95-£35
GrapeSmith, Kernowine, Theatre of Wine, The Dorset Wine Co, The Secret Bottle Shop, Vineyards of Sherborne, Wadebridge Wines
Flinty, smoky green fruit. Texture and just a touch of petrol from bottle age. Rich and voluptuous, underpinned by a beautiful refreshing finish. Drink 2022-2032 Alc 13.5%
Garces Silva, Amayna Cordón Huinca Sauvignon Blanc, Leyda Valley, San Antonio, Chile 2021
AB 90 BG 91 DV 93
£26.50 Buckingham Schenk
Gunflint and oyster shell notes. On the palate it is full of energy, vibrancy of fruit and carries on with a persistent and refreshing finish. Drink 2022-2028 Alc 13.9%
Santa Rita, Floresta Chardonnay, Limarí Valley, Chile 2020
AB 92 BG 90 DV 91
£25 Santa Rita Estates Europe
Bright notes of apple and camomile are emphasised by coastal freshness. On the palate it is rich and creamy with fresh, vibrant acidity. Drink 2022-2028 Alc 13%
Viña Edén, Chardonnay, Pueblo Edén, Maldonado, Uruguay 2019
AB 91 BG 90 DV 92 vinaeden.com
Lemon peel, tropical fruits, bright and refreshing with a delicious coastal character of tangy sea salt. Precise, pure and showing excellent varietal typicity and overall balance. Drink 2022-2029 Alc 12.3%
Bouza, Chardonnay, Montevideo, Uruguay 2020
AB 90 BG 88 DV 92
£24.95 Jeroboams
Refined, inviting, attractive aromas of citrus, apple, pear and a hint of sweet spice. There’s a pleasing balance of fruit and freshness with a silky finish and touch of creamy complexity. Drink 2022-2030
Alc 14%
BraccoBosca, Memoriter, Atlántida, Uruguay 2021
AB 91 BG 90 DV 90
£30 Hispamerchants
Attractive dried fruits, grilled nuts and sweet spice aromas lead into a mouthfilling and broad, spicy oaked wine that shows a note of citrus peel on a persistent finish.
Drink 2022-2027 Alc 12%
Concha y Toro, Amelia Chardonnay, Quebrada Seca, Limarí Valley, Chile 2020
AB 90 BG 88 DV 92
POA
Concha y Toro UK
A complex, barrel-aged Chardonnay with lashings of toasty notes. A rich ripe style, showing good concentration and length.
Drink 2022-2032 Alc 13.9%
Garzón, Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, Garzón, Maldonado, Uruguay 2021
AB 91 BG 90 DV 90 bodegagarzon.com
White peach, lemon and a touch of grass and wet stones. Youthful, sophisticated. Good length shows a more serious side, will develop well. Drink 2022-2028 Alc 12.5%
Rocamadre, Blanco, Paraje Altamira, Mendoza, Argentina 2021
AB 90 BG 91 DV 90
£29 Pip of Manor Farm, Quaffology, Valhalla’s Goat Cider apple notes keep this cloudy Chardonnay lively. Citrus-pith tannins, good acidity, tense, light yet expressive and long. A good example for those getting into skin contact whites. Drink 2022-2027 Alc 12%
Casa Silva, Lago Ranco Sauvignon Blanc, Región Austral, Patagonia, Chile 2021
AB 92 BG 88 DV 90
£21.95 Frank Stainton
Snow peas and custard apple on the nose. On the palate it has great concentration, silky texture and good balancing acidity.
Drink 2022-2027 Alc 12.5%
Finca Suarez, Chardonnay, Paraje Altamira, Mendoza, Argentina 2019
AB 91 BG 88 DV 92
£21-£24 Carruthers & Kent, Dunell’s, Highbury Vintners, House of Townend, Quercus Wines,
The Horsham Cellar, The Secret Cellar
Gently fragrant and complex, yellow and citrus fruits, fresh and delicate with a filigree structure. Drink 2022-2028 Alc 13%
Hacienda Araucano, Clos de Lolol, Lolol Valley, Colchagua Valley, Chile 2017
AB 90 BG 89 DV 90
£20.99 Bonafide Wines, Good Pair Days,
House of Townend, South Downs Cellars
A mature and toasty oaked Sauvignon Blanc, notes of roasted nut pastry, toffee, mango and quince. Ageing gracefully, still with vibrancy. Drink 2022-2026 Alc 13.5%
Ver Sacrum, Geisha Dragon del Desierto, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina 2021
AB 90 BG 88 DV 91
£22.99 House of Townend, Speciality Drinks, The Horsham Cellar
Toasty aroma followed by white peach and some floral notes. On the palate it is dry, well balanced and smooth on the finish. Drink 2022-2027 Alc 12.5%
Casas del Bosque, Pequeñas Sauvignon Blanc, Casablanca Valley, Chile 2021
AB 89 BG 91 DV 89
£24.99 ABS Wine Agencies
Juicy Sauvignon Blanc, with notes of capsicum, green apple, green melon. Some richness on the palate, yet it remains fresh and lively. Drink 2022-2027 Alc 13.5%
Garzón, Single Vineyard Albariño, Maldonado, Uruguay 2020
AB 90 BG 88 DV 91
£31.99
Liberty Wines, The Fine Wine Co, Tim Syrad
Pretty nose of blossom and orchard fruits, while on the palate it has a medium body and attractive fruit, underpinned by fresh acidity with a lasting note of lemon leaf.
Drink 2022-2027 Alc 14%
Piedra Negra, Jackot Organic,
Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina 2022
AB 92 BG 90 DV 89
£20.99 Condor Wines
Bright, zesty but with intriguing mountain herbs and yellow fruit. On the palate it has good concentration of fruit and good freshness. Approachable aromatic white, easy to enjoy. Drink 2022-2030 Alc 13%
Viña Progreso, Overground Viognier, Progreso, Canelones, Uruguay 2022
AB 89 BG 90 DV 90
£25.50 Dunell’s, Ucopia Wines
Ripe peach and honeyed apricot with a note of almond. A fragrant and bright Viognier that has a slight oiliness on the finish. Drink 2022-2027 Alc 13%