Fellow Wine Lovers,<\/p>\n
Friday 16th<\/sup> December, folks, and we\u2019re into the final countdown (diddle-er-der, diddle-er-der-der, diddle-er-der…. etc) with just an armful of shopping days left until Christmas, a few more after that before New Year\u2019s Eve and then, bosh, we\u2019re bang smack in 2017 without a clue what to do.<\/p>\n Will prices go up?\u00a0 Will the currencies behave?\u00a0 Will prices then go down?\u00a0 Will somebody break ranks and admit things have gone wrong due to their own incompetence rather than blame it on, the as yet un-actioned, Brexit?\u00a0 Will we have guard-less trains on Southern Rail?\u00a0 The big questions of today should finally have their answers, whether we like them is a different matter and, from what we have witnessed this year, these answers are likely to be in direct contradiction to those predicted!<\/p>\n To be honest, we\u2019re a bit nervous of what the New Year will bring, tales of doom and gloom always sells more papers and the murmurings from the trade are no more positive.\u00a0 To calm these nerves, Wayne likes to start his day with a soothing glass of Saliza Amaretto by Bepi Tosolini (\u00a325.99) <\/strong>whilst Alex finds a quick half bottle of Moutard Grande Cuv<\/strong>\u00e9<\/strong>e Champagne (\u00a316.49) <\/strong>helps him maintain his famous effervescent bonhomie, until at least 11 o\u2019clock – when we open, in other words…<\/p>\n By lunchtime, the effects of the restorative sherry at 11am (Equipo Navazos Fino en Rama – \u00a310.99 for a half bottle)<\/strong>, will have truly worn off, so it\u2019s time for a glass of Burgundy.\u00a0 It\u2019s not oysters every day for lunch for us, so when we opt for some hand carved smoked salmon, we find the perfect foil comes in the guise of Talmard Macon Uchizy 2015 (\u00a314.99)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n It has long been advised that a post-prandial siesta is the secret to a long and happy life, or at the very least gives one a fighting chance of surviving the evening beyond 8pm, and we stay true to this advice as much as possible.\u00a0 With the lunch slate now rubbed clean and the sun starting to move over the yardarm, the prospect of a \u2018cheeky magnum\u2019 as Wayne likes to call it, now looms into view.\u00a0 What to have though?\u00a0 Do we stay true to the classics and decant the Chateau Patache d\u2019Aux 2009 from Medoc (\u00a350.99)<\/strong> or do we throw our hat in the ring with those chaps in the new world and enjoy an oversize bottle of Meerlust Red 2014 from Stellenbosch (\u00a326.99) <\/strong>\u2013 decisions, decisions….<\/p>\n And then it\u2019s the Port.\u00a0 Much maligned as the primary purveyor of hangovers, Port is often left on the shelf for another day.\u00a0 We don\u2019t need to drink a whole bottle \u2013 the colheitas and the tawny ports can be kept open for ages due to their style of aging, so a quick glass of Krohn Colheita 1982 (\u00a344.99)<\/strong> tends to up our sugar levels, in time for the evening rush.<\/p>\n And then it\u2019s all over, the customers have drifted off happily into the night and it\u2019s time to close the shop.\u00a0 With the array of choice here, and the different treats already supped, now must be time for the ultimate palate cleanser \u2013 Champagne.\u00a0 With such a choice, we never lack variety in our glass, as we choose from (amongst others)<\/p>\n Champagne Thi\u00e9not \u00a332.99, 3 for \u00a390 or 6 for \u00a3164.96<\/strong><\/p>\n Champagne Bollinger \u00a345, or 6 for \u00a3200 (low stock)<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>As we lock the shop up, tired from the days endeavours, we reflect that life isn\u2019t so bad, next year can\u2019t be that bad and if nothing else, live for today – or is that just the drink talking?!<\/p>\n \u2018Same time tomorrow, Wayne?\u2019 \u2018Same time tomorrow, Alex, have a nice evening.\u2019<\/p>\n Talking of time\u2026<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n SUNDAY 18th DECEMBER: 11AM \u2013 3PM<\/strong><\/p>\n MONDAY 19th – FRIDAY 23rd DECEMBER: 11AM \u2013 8PM<\/strong><\/p>\n SATURDAY 24th DECEMBER: 10AM \u2013 5PM<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n SUNDAY 25th – WEDNESDAY 28th DECEMBER: CLOSED<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n THURSDAY 29th DECEMBER: 11AM \u2013 8PM<\/strong><\/p>\n FRIDAY 30th DECEMBER: 11AM \u2013 8PM<\/strong><\/p>\n SATURDAY 31st DECEMBER: 11AM \u2013 6PM<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n SUNDAY 1st – TUESDAY 3rd JANUARY: CLOSED<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n WEDNESDAY 4th JANUARY: 11AM \u2013 8PM BACK TO NORMAL!<\/strong><\/p>\n Back in the real world…<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Whilst it would be great fun to practice what we have preached, our days aren\u2019t quite so action packed. However, there are possibly the seeds of a Christmas Day Drinks Template<\/em> amongst the wines selected above \u2013 but perhaps not for everyone.\u00a0 With this in mind, this weekend we will be opening:<\/p>\n Champagne Thi\u00e9not Brut NV(\u00a332.99) <\/strong>One of the new kids on the block champagne wise, having been founded in 1985 but being owned by a former grape broker, they definitely get the pick of the bunch (sorry).\u00a0 Deliciously rounded and with a nice bready note and the star selection at a recent tasting. Choice pour at the 2013 Oscars pre-show party, too.<\/p>\n M & B Talmard Macon Uchizy 2015 (\u00a314.99)<\/strong> Mallory and Benjamin produce just one cuv\u00e9e of Macon each year from their 20 hectares just north of the Macon hills.\u00a0 Richer and riper than many, it has a generous weight, subtle, almost tropical fruit with aromas of melon, ripe pear, and all the other flavours you\u2019ll notice when you pop in to taste!<\/p>\n Bouchard 1er Cru Beaune du Chateau 2012 (\u00a329.99)<\/strong> this is wine from Bouchard\u2019s own vines, and named after the family home, which the family have owned since 1820. Lovely red cherry fruits, a touch of that truffly, forest floor note, and a lively balance of fruit and structure on the palate. Perfect partner to poultry!<\/p>\n Chateau Les Mingets 2012, Sauternes (\u00a311.99 37.5cl)<\/strong> where would be without an emergency half of Sauternes to call on? This is from Bommes in the heart of the region and is an absolute classic. Honey and apricot marmalade notes but with a beautiful citrus zest of acidity to balance the sweetness and keep everyone tidy.<\/p>\n Drop in for a mince pie and a taster!<\/p>\n Wayne & Alex<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Fellow Wine Lovers, Friday 16th December, folks, and we\u2019re into the final countdown (diddle-er-der, diddle-er-der-der, diddle-er-der…. etc) with just an armful of shopping days left until Christmas, a few more after that before New Year\u2019s Eve and then, bosh, we\u2019re bang smack in 2017 without a clue what to do. 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