The Platinum Case

From arguably the most iconic Champagne house of them all, Bollinger Rosé is a wonderful wine. On the nose, hints of red currant, cherry and wild strawberry along with a spicy touch. The palate has good structure, length, depth and vivacity, with a tannic finish due to the addition of red wine. A velvety mousse and lingering flavours of wild berries. Pairs well with many foods, especially Japanese cuisine and fruit-based desserts – or can even be served with afternoon tea. A superb counterpoint to the Special Cuvée.

This wine is straw yellow in colour with greenish hues. Intense on the nose with notes of citrus fruit, white flower blossoms and tropical fruit. The palate is savoury with good persistence of flavours and finishes fresh with hints of citrus fruit. Superb Vermentino from this renowned family producer.

Good value Burgundy from a famous village in the south of the region. Bright ruby colour with purple nuances. Fragrances of roses mixed with refreshing aromas fof ripe raspberries with spicy notes. Well-balanced and complex. Very pure fruit. Long and generous finish.

A bright perfumed, supple expression of Marlborough pinot noir from clay hill slopes. The fruit is supported by bright florals of rose and violets with crunchy red berry fruit and dried herb notes. The palate is succulent with alluring red cherry, brown spices and silky fine boned tannins.

From Rutherglen, the home of the Australian sticky, the multi award-winning Classic fortified Muscat boasts a complex palate of cocoa, rich raisin fruit, rose petal and dried fig. Perfect as an after-dinner drink with a couple of squares of dark chocolate. A splendid accompaniment to any Christmas celebration.