2011/12
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Thevivasdrinkslist2011/12
matchingedition
Food & Wine
FOOD and WINE MATCHING	 2
THE SHORT ORDER LISTS	 4
COSTINGS	5
THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO THE WINE WORLD	 6
GRAPE INSIGHTS	 8
SPIRITS	10
BEER	18
SOFT DRINKS	20
CHAMPAGNE and SPARKLING	22
FRANCE	28
ITALY	38
SPAIN	42
GERMANY, AUSTRIA and HUNGARY	46
ENGLAND	48
AUSTRALIA	50
NEW ZEALAND	54
SOUTH AFRICA	56
SOUTH AMERICA	58
CALIFORNIA	62
WINE ACCESSORIES	 66
WINE BY PRICE BAND	 68
GROSS PROFIT TABLE	 72
TERMS and CONDITIONS	 73
CONTENTS
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Welcometo the ViVAS Drinks List, which this year has
a food and drinks matching theme. It’s a
subject that is often talked about but seldom
explained so we’ve tried to offer some
simple, practical advice to help you navigate
your way through this subject. Also new for
2011 is the format. Following feedback from
our recent customer survey, we’ve moved the
Spirits and Beer section to the front. You said
you wanted a more complete drinks offer
and so that’s exactly what we’ve done. We’ve
extended the range and benchmarked the
pricing to ensure that we offer great value for
money and we will continue to develop and
price check on a regular basis.
Other additions to the list are some
more of the posh stuff! Our aim when we
started 3 years ago was always to make
life as easy as possible for our customers,
by offering the essential wines from each
country, rather than an endless encyclopaedic
and esoteric range. But increasingly we are
being asked for some more expensive and
iconic wines, so rather than hiding our light
under a bushel we’ve added them in to the
list to share these with you all. As you would
expect we’ve been selective, and only the
best have made it in, but the result is some
fabulous wines bolstering the line-up.
English wine has forced its way on to the
list this year, due to popular demand, with
the Primrose Hill Range making its debut,
produced at the delightful Chapel Down
winery in Kent. This trailblazing outfit is
gaining a growing reputation for the quality
of their home-grown blends. Other notable
newbies to keep an eye out for are a Rosé
and Pinot Grigio joining our exclusive
Gumnut range, new Jackalberry blends
from South Africa and a new Pink Zinfandel
under the exclusive Califia Falls label.
Thanks for your support over the past
12 months and we look forward to helping
you to make your drinks business even
more successful over the coming year.
paul scarratt
ViVAS General Manager
This Drinks List is fully biodegradable and can be recycled. Printed on 9lives which is made from 100% recycled fibre. FSC certified.
How to ORDER
If you’d like to place an order then please either speak to your local 3663 business manager or give your local 3663 depot a
ring and they will be more than happy to help. If you need any further information on our wines then why not try our website
www.vivaswine.co.uk which has lots more information and some helpful hints on food and wine matching amongst other things.
We want you to have your drinks when you need them so any orders that are placed before 3pm will be delivered next day*
by your usual 3663 delivery team.	 *wherever possible
ABINGDON 	 0370 3663 620
BASINGSTOKE 	 0370 3663 800
BATTERSEA 	 0370 3663 500
BIRMINGHAM 	 0370 3663 460
BRISTOL 	 0370 3663 350
EDINBURGH 	 0370 3663 480
GATESHEAD 	 0370 3663 450
HARLOW 	 0370 3663 520
HIGH WYCOMBE 	 0370 3663 250
LEE MILL 	 0370 3663 600
MANCHESTER 	 0370 3663 400
NORTHAMPTON 	 0370 3663 560
NOTTINGHAM 	 0370 3663 420
PADDOCK WOOD 	 0370 3663 670
SALISBURY 	 0370 3663 650
SCARISBRICK 	 0370 3663 200
SEVERN BRIDGE 	 0370 3663 660
STOWMARKET 	 0370 3663 360
SWANSEA	 0370 3663 230
WORTHING	 0370 3663 580
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W
hen you match food and wine you
are looking to either complement
or contrast flavours. For example,
the clean, green flavours of young, spring
vegetables are best complemented by a fresh
tasting, light white wine with similar delicate,
green flavours.
A good example of contrasting is to match
an oily fish like smoked salmon with crisp
Champagne, which will cut through the
mouth-coating oiliness of the fish, refreshing
your palate and making both the food and the
wine taste better.
THE BASIC PRINCIPLES
There are three basic principles of matching
food and wine – matching weight, matching
acidity and matching intensity. The simplest
thing of all is to match white wine with white
meat, e.g. Chardonnay with a chicken salad,
and red wine with red meat, e.g. Merlot with
sausages and mash. The only problem is that
a lot of dishes aren’t that simple.
Nowadays there’s so much
disagreement about what food
matches what wine, it’s hard
not to feel confused, BUT
DON’T DESPAIR! THE ViVAS SIMPLE
FOOD and WINE MATCHING GUIDE
IS HERE TO HELP.
FOOD GOOD MATCH BAD MATCH
Light and simple e.g. Salads A lighter and simpler wine
• Pinot Grigio
• Chenin Blanc
• Light, unoaked Chardonnay
• Pale rosé
Big, rich wines, red or white
Light, spicy, intense
e.g. Thai Style Dishes
Wine with lots of flavours but not too much body and if chilli
is involved, little or no tannin
• Sauvignon Blanc
• Albariño
• Pinot Noir
• Riesling
• Rosé
Big, heavy reds
Light, delicate fish e.g. Sole, Cod,
Sea Bass, Seafood
Light whites like:
• Chablis
• Sancerre or Pouilly Fumé
• Chenin Blanc
• Muscadet
Big, oaky reds or whites
Richer, oilier fish e.g. Tuna, Swordfish Aromatic and spicy whites and some lighter, softer reds
• Alsace whites
• Beaujolais
• Viognier
Anything with lots of tannin
(gives a strange metallic
taste)
Lightish meats e.g. Chicken,
Turkey, Pork
A fuller white or a medium-bodied red, e.g.
• Richer Chardonnay (California or Australia)
• Pinot Noir from California or New Zealand
• Juicy Zinfandel
Very light, subtle wine
Simple but richer meat,
Grilled Veg Dishes
Juicy, ripe reds
• Chilean Merlot
• Grenache from south of France
• Chianti or other Italian reds (not Barolo though)
• Rioja
Light, subtle whites
Rich, full, meaty dishes Big, full-bodied reds
• Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot blends
• Spanish reds – Rioja, Tempranillo
• Reds from Bordeaux in France, known as Claret
• Châteauneauf-du-Pape
• Syrah or Shiraz and Shiraz blends
Delicate whites or very ripe,
rich, over-the-top reds
Ethnic food with spice and chilli
(Curries)
Light reds, aromatic whites or rosés
• Riesling
• Beaujolais
• Zinfandel Rosé
Light-bodied, very crisp
white or reds with lots of
tannin
Pasta with rich sauce – tomato or
creamy
Medium-bodied, juicy reds
• Chianti
• Valpolicella
• Côtes du Rhône
• Chilean Merlot
Delicate, light whites or
soft, jammy reds
Pasta light sauce – olive oil, pesto,
herbs, veg
Dry, aromatic whites or herby reds
• New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc
• Chablis
• Sangiovese (Italian red)
Massive, full-bodied tannic
reds
The GUIDE
Weight
Exactly as it says; a big strong wine is best with big strong food whilst
lighter, simpler wine is better with similar food. Most red wines are going
to be better with the heartier dishes on your menu and most whites will
suit the lighter ones.
acidity
Acidity is an important part of any wine. It’s the thing that makes your mouth
water and makes the wine refreshing; stimulates you to take another sip.
The trick here is that foods with a lot of acidity, for example tomatoes
or vinaigrette dressing, are better with a crisp refreshing wine, which is
why Sauvignon Blanc is going to be a better match with a dressed salad,
for example. Wines that are crisp and mouth-watering will also be good
with oily food. A great example of this is an Italian red wine with Italian
food where the chief ingredients are olive oil and tomatoes.
intensity
This refers to wine and food that have very intense flavours but not
much weight. Think of Thai or Chinese food that have strong flavours of chilli,
garlic, coriander and lemongrass but that don’t sit too heavily on the stomach.
Similarly intense and fragrant wines which are still-light bodied are grape
varieties like Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling. A word of warning about chilli –
big, hearty, tannic reds accentuate chilli, making it unbearably hot. Hot and
spicy foods are better with softer, fruitier reds like Beaujolais or Pinot Noir.
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THE Short order lists With Duty on a bottle of wine now at £1.81 per bottle, the cost
pressures on wine have never been more intense. In addition, the last
18 months have seen upward price pressures on dry goods (glass,
packaging, labeling, corks & screwcaps) as well as increases in the
cost of freight. This has left our friendly bottle of wine with significant
price inflation during the worst recession in a generation. However,
it’s not all doom and gloom. The buying team at ViVAS has been
working hard on your behalf, negotiating with our producers to ensure
that we offer you and your customers the best wines at the most
competitive prices.
Spending just a little more on a bottle will reap a disproportionately
higher increase in quality. The wine remaining in the three bottles
shown represents the percentage of the total amount spent by an
importer on the actual wine vs the fixed costs. The cost that the wine
is sold to the on-trade is also detailed – in each case the importer’s
margin remains the same.
* Dry goods is the average total cost of production capsule/screwcap, labels, bottle
and carton. Correct at time of going to print.
CosttoOn-trade
ex-VAT£3.00
20%spenton
liquidbyimporter
CosttoOn-trade
ex-VAT£4.00
40%spenton
liquidbyimporter
CosttoOn-trade
ex-VAT£5.00
60%spenton
liquidbyimporter
What’s in a
bottle?The Price of a bottle of
wine – The Breakdown.
Ina Hurry?We’ve doneallthe hard
work foryou by selectingwhatwe
thinkarethe keywines fora 6and
12 binwine list.We’vealso included
a few notesastowhythey earn
their place onthe lists.
The Price isRight
This a perfectly valid way to manage margins of your drinks business but increasingly we are seeing restaurants
and pubs looking at the cash margin they are making rather than simply following a % margin aspiration. In the vast
majority of cases these outlets will sell more wine and so have a much better cash flow and stock rotation situation,
especially at the higher end of the range. Customers really do know good value when they see it and are far
more likely to trade up or to come back if they think that they are getting a good deal.
The average mark up that the On-trade traditionally have taken is
somewhere between 60% and 70% using the following equation:
Cost of bottle / by the margin you wish to make (if it’s 65% then you divide by 0.35) x VAT
e.g £4.25 / 0.35 x 1.2 = £14.57
Tini Sangiovese, Italy, 2010	 £4.27	 91175
Tini Trebbiano Chardonnay, Italy, 2010	 £4.27	 91174
The Tini opening pair provides a great quality start that stands up on their own
or can easily partner food.
The Gumnut Shiraz, Australia, 2010	 £5.20	 91137
Argento Malbec, Argentina, 2009	 £5.98	 30429
Malbec is a perfect alternative to a full bodied Rioja and is also a great match
for steak or burgers.
Ch. La Croix Ferrandat, St Emilion, 2009	 £10.09	 13022
A serious option for those wanting a more refined option to trade up to and
Bordeaux is always popular.
Conti Rossi Pinot Grigio, Italy, 2010	 £5.48	 70091
Les Nuages Touraine Sauvignon Blanc, France, 2009	 £6.87	 10266
Francoise Chauvenet Chablis, France, 2009	 £9.82	 30152
Chablis is another safe option for consumers to trade up to for special
occasions and is a great match with a wide range of food.
Furious Boar Pink Zinfandel, California, 2010	 £5.59	 30394
Conti Rossi Pinot Grigio Blush, Italy, 2010	 £5.33	 70092
A drier option than Pink Zinfndel produced from the ever popular Pinot Grigio grape.
Conti Neri Prosecco Di Prosecco, Nv, Italy	 £9.24	 30235
Prosecco is hot stuff at the moment. Its lighter, fruitier style than Champagne
has attracted many converts, as well as the price!
Lanson Black Label Brut, Nv	 £25.05	 46651
There are some occasions when only Champagne will do. Lanson’s fresher
style make it a popular choice.
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Cambio 7 Merlot, Chile, 2010	 £4.95	96180
Chilean Merlot is always popular with its smooth plummy flavour and
this exclusive range is great value.
Thomas Mitchell Shiraz, Australia, 2010	 £6.60 	30340
Cambio 7 Sauvignon Blanc, Chile, 2010	 £4.95	96176
Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc are the most popular red and white grapes
at the moment, so these two are essential.
Conti Rossi Pinot Grigio, Italy 2010	 £5.48	70091
Pinot Grigio is a must stock and make sure that its not your
cheapest wine, there’s margin to be made!
Furious Boar Pink Zinfandel, California,2010	£5.59 	30394
This sweeter style of rosé is very popular with younger
female customers.
Freixenet Cava Reserva Brut, Spain, Nv	 £8.42 	96191
Essential to have an affordable fizz for those celebratory
occasions and Cava is experiencing real growth.
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Trading Terms
“We,”“us”,“our” mean BFS Group
Limited, a company registered in
England and Wales, company number
239718, whose registered office is at
Buckingham Court, Kingsmead Business
Park, High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 1JU
1 Orders
Orders are accepted subject to
availability of the product from the
manufacturer/importer. We will at all
times adhere to all legal restrictions
imposed on us in connection with the
sale and offering for sale of alcohol. We
therefore will not accept orders from
persons under the age of 18 for any
products containing alcohol; no binding
agreement will arise from any alcohol
order by a person under 18 years.
2 Parties
Only we and the customer making the
order are intended to benefit from the
contract of supply.
3 Minimum Delivery
We reserve the right not to deliver
an order which is valued at less than
£150 (net sales value). An additional
charge may be levied on orders below
this amount.
4 Splitting Charges
For your convenience we are pleased to
split cases of Champagne, Spirits and
sweet wines; however, in some instances
a minimum split quantity may apply.
5 Last Orders
Orders must be received before 3pm on
the day prior to delivery (but certain of
our depots operate to a different cut-off
time – please check at time of order).
TERMS 
CONDITIONS6 Returns
Our drivers are not authorised to accept
goods for return without the appropriate
documentation. However, full cases
containing damaged goods may be
returned for full credit at the time of
delivery only.
7 Payment Terms
All credit accounts must be settled by
the 15th of the month following invoice
date and sent to the statement address.
In the event of an account being in
arrears, we reserve the right to withhold
further supplies.
8 Risk and Ownership
• All risks in the goods pass to the
purchaser on delivery. Ownership of
goods delivered to customer shall
remain with us until payment of the
invoiced cost has been received in full.
• Roll cages, pallets and tote boxes
remain our property at all times.
We reserve the right to charge for
any items left at the customer’s
premises at their request which are
not returned on demand or are lost
by the customer.
9 Shortages
The number of items delivered must be
checked in the presence of the driver.
Claims for shortages should be made
at the time of delivery but in any event
claims must be made to the distribution
depot on the day of delivery.
10 Warranty
All goods offered for sale are warranted
to be of the nature, substance and
quality described and to comply with
all statutory requirements from time
to time in force relating to the sale of
beverages (so far as applicable to such
goods). Unless otherwise specified in
the brochure, the size of each bottle of
alcoholic drink is 75cl.
11 Product Durability
Some beverages and most food
products with a life from manufacture
of twelve months or less must by law
be dated either by Best Before or a
Sell By Statement. We as a company
endeavour to ensure that all dated
stock has an optimum remaining
life when we sell to our customers.
All customers are advised to check
the durability dates upon receipt.
We therefore regret that we are unable
to accept returned products relating to
date coding from our customers.
12 Pricing
All items in this list are offered subject
to availability.We reserve the right
to alter prices without notice in the
event of significant unforeseen market
fluctuations, or in the case of pricing
errors. Prices are fixed on the day of
delivery, not when the goods are ordered.
VAT will be charged at the appropriate
rate on goods where applicable.
13 Telephone Call
Monitoring
Please note that your call may be
listened to by one of our telesales
managers or regional trainers to assist
with ongoing training and development
of our staff with the aim of giving you
the best possible service.
14 Limitation of
Liability
• We do not accept liability for any
failure to perform or delay in
performance caused by events
outside of our reasonable control
(including, but not limited, to strikes,
trade disputes, accident, breakdowns,
shortages affecting us or our usual
sources of supply or means of
delivery of the product).
• We accept unlimited liability for
personal injury or death arising from
our negligence and for all other
matters for which it is unlawful for us
to limit our liability under English law.
• Subject to (b) above, we shall have
no liability to you whether in contract,
tort (including negligence) or breach
of statutory duty for any: loss of
profit, loss of business or business
opportunity, loss of contract, loss of
goodwill; or any special or indirect
consequential loss.
15 General Provisions
The contract and any claims arising
in connection with it shall be governed
by English law and any dispute between
us will be resolved exclusively in the
English courts. If any part of the contract
is unenforceable, the unenforceable part
shall be construed to reflect, as nearly
as possible, the original intentions of
the parties. The other provisions of
the contract shall remain in full force
and effect. If we do not insist upon
or enforce strict performance of any
provision of the contract this shall not
mean that we waive our rights under
that provision. Whilst every effort has
been made to ensure the accuracy
of the contents of product lists,
occasionally errors may occur.
Should specific characteristics of our
products be of particular importance
to you, please contact info@vivaswine.
co.uk for more details.
Welcometo the ViVAS Drinks List, which this year has
a food and drinks matching theme. It’s a
subject that is often talked about but seldom
explained so we’ve tried to offer some
simple, practical advice to help you navigate
your way through this subject. Also new for
2011 is the format. Following feedback from
our recent customer survey, we’ve moved the
Spirits and Beer section to the front. You said
you wanted a more complete drinks offer
and so that’s exactly what we’ve done. We’ve
extended the range and benchmarked the
pricing to ensure that we offer great value for
money and we will continue to develop and
price check on a regular basis.
Other additions to the list are some
more of the posh stuff! Our aim when we
started 3 years ago was always to make
life as easy as possible for our customers,
by offering the essential wines from each
country, rather than an endless encyclopaedic
and esoteric range. But increasingly we are
being asked for some more expensive and
iconic wines, so rather than hiding our light
under a bushel we’ve added them in to the
list to share these with you all. As you would
expect we’ve been selective, and only the
best have made it in, but the result is some
fabulous wines bolstering the line-up.
English wine has forced its way on to the
list this year, due to popular demand, with
the Primrose Hill Range making its debut,
produced at the delightful Chapel Down
winery in Kent. This trailblazing outfit is
gaining a growing reputation for the quality
of their home-grown blends. Other notable
newbies to keep an eye out for are a Rosé
and Pinot Grigio joining our exclusive
Gumnut range, new Jackalberry blends
from South Africa and a new Pink Zinfandel
under the exclusive Califia Falls label.
Thanks for your support over the past
12 months and we look forward to helping
you to make your drinks business even
more successful over the coming year.
paul scarratt
ViVAS General Manager
This Drinks List is fully biodegradable and can be recycled. Printed on 9lives which is made from 100% recycled fibre. FSC certified.
How to ORDER
If you’d like to place an order then please either speak to your local 3663 business manager or give your local 3663 depot a
ring and they will be more than happy to help. If you need any further information on our wines then why not try our website
www.vivaswine.co.uk which has lots more information and some helpful hints on food and wine matching amongst other things.
We want you to have your drinks when you need them so any orders that are placed before 3pm will be delivered next day*
by your usual 3663 delivery team.	 *wherever possible
ABINGDON 	 0370 3663 620
BASINGSTOKE 	 0370 3663 800
BATTERSEA 	 0370 3663 500
BIRMINGHAM 	 0370 3663 460
BRISTOL 	 0370 3663 350
EDINBURGH 	 0370 3663 480
GATESHEAD 	 0370 3663 450
HARLOW 	 0370 3663 520
HIGH WYCOMBE 	 0370 3663 250
LEE MILL 	 0370 3663 600
MANCHESTER 	 0370 3663 400
NORTHAMPTON 	 0370 3663 560
NOTTINGHAM 	 0370 3663 420
PADDOCK WOOD 	 0370 3663 670
SALISBURY 	 0370 3663 650
SCARISBRICK 	 0370 3663 200
SEVERN BRIDGE 	 0370 3663 660
STOWMARKET 	 0370 3663 360
SWANSEA	 0370 3663 230
WORTHING	 0370 3663 580
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Argentina
Key regions: Mendoza.
Key grape varieties: Malbec and Torrontes.
Climate: The Argentine climate is mostly
semi arid in the North West region, where
most of the vineyards are based, with annual
rainfall of less than 10 inches a year. The
summer daytime temperatures can reach
50º, dropping to 10º at night time.
Australia
Key regions: Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale,
Clare Valley, Coonawarra, Margaret River,
Hunter Valley.
Key grape varieties: Shiraz and Chardonnay
are the undisputed Kylie and Jason of vines.
They account for approximately half of all
the vines that are planted and have become
synonymous with Australian wines. But below
this regal pair there are some other great white
varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and
Riesling. Next in line from a red perspective is
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Grenache.
Climate: Generally pretty warm for most
of the year with some serious heat during
the mid summer months. This is why many
of the wine regions tend to be close to the
coast where the vines are cooled by the sea
breezes giving them a chance to mature at
a slower rate.
Brazil
Serious grape growing is a relatively recent
activity in Brazil although they have been
growing vines since the 17th century.
Italian and Spanish immigrants led the way
planting many of their indigenous varieties.
Key growing region: Rio Grande do Sul.
Key grape varieties: Yet to establish itself
with a particular favourite, Pinot Grigio and
Tempranillo make up a significant proportion
of the plantings.
Climate: Sub-tropical with four clearly defined
vintages a year. The summers are warm with
average temperatures of 30º whilst the winters
are cold with heavy rains and a chilling wind.
California
Key regions: Napa Valley, Sonoma,
Monterey, Central Valley.
Key grape varieties: Zinfandel is California’s
pride and joy and is not found in any quantity
anywhere else in the world or at least under
this name but it is found in Southern Italy
under its original name of Primitivo. Although
this is what the region is perhaps most
famous for, it is the Chardonnay and Cabernet
Sauvignon grape that dominates the vine
landscape followed by Merlot and Sauvignon
Blanc and pockets of Pinot Noir.
Climate: California’s climate is dramatically
shaped by two mountain ranges, both running
roughly north-south. The Coast Range is a
series of rugged forest covered ranges, often
tumbling right to the edge of the Pacific. It’s
a relatively low range with few peaks over
1200 metres. The second range is the Sierra
Nevada, which also runs parallel to the coast,
some 160 to 200 kilometres inland.
Chile
Key regions: The most productive and
well known is the Central Valley, where
the majority of the country's Cabernet
Sauvignon and Chardonnay are produced.
Some premium production of cooler climate
varietals such as Pinot Noir and Sauvignon
Blanc flourishes in the Aconcagua regions,
which houses the Casablanca Valley.
While southern Chile's Bio Bio region is
becoming increasingly renowned for its
aromatic experimentation.
Key grape varieties: Carmenère, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc,
Chardonnay.
Climate: Chile is a long thin country,
dominated by the Andes to the east and the
Pacific to the west. Vineyards stretch from the
Atacama Desert – the driest place on earth -
in the north to the Bio Bio region near the ice
caps of the south.
France
Key regions: Alsace, Bordeaux, Burgundy,
Champagne, Loire and Rhône.
Key grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon,
Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay,
Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc.
Climate: France has some of the most varied
climates within its borders with the cool
Atlantic influenced Loire in the north-west
to the sun baked Languedoc and Provence
regions in the south-east and everything in
between. Generally France is considered to
have a Mediterranean climate with warm
summers and cool wet winters but not
reaching the extremes of temperatures that
some New World countries do. There are
however some huge variations within regions
such as Burgundy which has the cool climate
vineyards of Chablis in the north down to
the warm Mâcon region in the South some
150km away.
AOC system: The Appellation Contrôlée
system is the bedrock on which French wine
production is based. It was first introduced in
1935 in a bid to maintain quality standards as
well as the integrity and typicity of the region.
Germany and Austria
Key grape varieties: It's white grapes all
the way for these two. For the Germans,
it’s the Riesling grape that rules the roost
followed by the less regal but equally useful
Müller-Thurgau which often adds the filler
or the bass notes to the high Riesling notes.
Spatburgunder, Pinot Noir to you and I, is the
third most widely grown grape variety and is
a real rising star of the German wine scene.
For the Austrians you need look no further
than the Grüner Veltliner which is the MVP
with over a third of all vineyard area planted
with this grape variety.
Climate: Both these countries tend to have
fairly long, warm and dry growing seasons
and relatively mild and damp winters. The
best vineyards tend to be along the Rhine and
benefit from the summer sun that is reflected
off the slopes and stored in the slate rocks for
slow release during the evenings.
Italy
Key regions: Tuscany, Piedmont, Veneto
provide the majority of the high-end wines
whilst Valpolicella, Puglia and Sicily are the
engine room of production with many of the
co-operatives based there.
Key grape varieties: Italy is a country
bursting with indigenous grape varieties
which make navigating it a challenge! The
star turn is Sangiovese which is Chianti’s key
grape but they also have the revered Nebbiolo
which produces the big guns of Barolo and
Barbaresco. The most widely planted white
variety is the Trebbiano which is the major
grape behind Frascati but their most famous
current white is Pinot Grigio, known as Pinot
Gris elsewhere.
Climate: Due to its length, it is a country of
huge variations with cooler pockets at the foot
of the Dolomites in the north and extreme heat
in regions of Puglia and Sicily but generally it
is considered to be a Mediterranean climate
in wine terms. As a broad rule white wines
tend to be grown in the north-east where it is
cooler in summer and enjoy better elevation
and reds are grown in the middle and south.
NEW ZEALAND
Key regions: Marlborough is at the top of
the South Island and is New Zealand’s largest
wine growing region. It has an enviable
international reputation for producing some
of the best Sauvignon Blanc in the world.
It also makes very good Chardonnay and
Riesling and is fast developing a reputation
for high quality Pinot Noir. Of the region’s
ten thousand hectares of vines, one third are
planted with Sauvignon Blanc.
Key grape varieties: Sauvignon Blanc,
Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir.
Climate: Lots of sun, cool nights, low autumn
rains and free draining alluvial soils combine
to make NZ one of the world’s great wine
producing countries.
South Africa
Key regions: Production is primarily within
the Cape Province, which includes Paarl,
Constantia and Stellenbosch.
Key grape varieties: Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon
Blanc, Pinotage and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Climate: The majority of the country’s
vineyards are planted along the coast,
benefitting from the influences of the
Atlantic and Indian oceans, resulting in a
primarily Mediterranean climate. Rainfall
is comparatively low and in many regions
irrigation is essential to viticulture.
Spain
Key regions: Rioja (Rioja Baja, Rioja Alta and
Rioja Alavesa), Rias Biaxas, Penedes, Navarra,
La Mancha, Priorat and Jumilla.
Key grape varieties: Despite most of
Spain’s wine production being red, over half
the countries vineyards are planted with
white varietals. This is because Spain also
makes a lot of brandy and sherry. The main
red grape varieties are Tempranillo, a key
ingredient of Rioja, Garnacha (known across
the border in France as Grenache), Bobal
and Monastrell. The main white grape
varieties are Airén and Macabeo, which
make up much of the country's table wine,
Palomino and Pedro Ximenez, prominent
in Sherry,and Albariño, which makes the
deliciously crisp wine of the same name
from Galicia.
Climate: One of the dominant geographical
influences of Spanish viticulture is the vast
plateau known as the Meseta Central that
covers much of central Spain. There are
vineyards in all of Spain’s 17 autonomous
regions - from Galicia in the north-west,
which can receive up to 79 inches of rain
annually, to Murcia in the south-east, where
temperatures frequently top 40º.
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Albariño
Wines from this grape are distinctive, aromatic
and have an almost peachy-like aroma.
• This grape is grown principally in North
West Spain where the grapes’ thick skins
help them withstand the particularly
damp climate.
Chardonnay
Most obvious aroma is apples but often
matured in oak so will have an oaky, woody
nose. Can also have tropical fruit flavours and
aromas if particularly ripe.
• The wines tend to come in two styles -
very rich, oaky and full of tropical fruit
(e.g. pineapples and bananas) or unoaked,
minerally, clean apple and citrus fruit and
very dry.
Chenin Blanc
Often has lemon, honey and floral aromas.
It is usually quite simple and fruity.
• A very adaptable grape which can make big
powerful wine, light, simple and refreshing
wine or luscious sweet wines.
• The majority of Chenin comes from either
the Loire or South Africa.
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Gewurztraminer
This is a very distinctive, aromatic and spicy
grape variety. It produces full-bodied wines
with powerful aromas of rose petals, spice
and exotic fruit like lychees.
• Originally grown largely in Alsace in France,
where it makes some very good wines, it’s
now increasingly common in Australia and
New Zealand.
• This wine is the classic match with spicy
food and is often recommended as an
accompaniment with Thai or other Far
Eastern cooking.
Pinot Grigio
Very light and delicate with some refreshing
citrus and apple flavours and aromas.
• Originally from northern Italy it is now
emerging from all corners of the world
including Australia, Argentina and Brazil.
Riesling
Crisp (has high acidity) and delicate, floral
and honeyed flavours. When aged, petrol and
kerosene notes.
• German in origin, this grape is considered
one of the finest grapes in the world.
• Now being grown throughout Australia
and New Zealand.
Sauvignon Blanc
Crisp (has very high acidity) and intense.
Lots of green fruit flavours – gooseberries,
limes, green apples, grass and elderflowers.
• A very distinctive variety which often has
a powerful, herbaceous aroma – this means
grassy, like green leaves, particularly those
from South Africa and New Zealand.
• The Loire is its original home and
Sancerre and Pouilly Fumé are the
prestigious exports.
Viognier
Full bodied and rich, with a distinctive scent
of apricots and peaches. Sometimes with a
little spice and pepper on the nose.
• Mainly grown in the south of France and for
a while all but died out because very few
people were making wine from it. Fortunately,
it has now been rescued from oblivion!
red
Cabernet Sauvignon
This is the grape that makes some of the
worlds most famous and expensive wines.
It traditionally has flavours of blackcurrants,
dark fruit and spice.
• This is thought to be the best red grape in
the world and is capable of making wines
which can age for a very long time.
• It is often blended with Merlot and
sometimes Syrah (Shiraz).
Malbec
These wines are big, fruity and full-bodied with
flavours and aromas of plums and dark fruit.
• Originally grown in the south west of France
where it is known as Cot.
• Argentina is now renowned for making a lot
of really great wine from Malbec.
Merlot
The word most used to describe Merlot is
plummy. You might also find vanilla, other
dark fruit and prunes.
• This is a very popular choice, largely
because it is often very easy drinking, fruity
and smooth.
• It can be similar to Cabernet Sauvignon but
with less tannin.
Nebbiolo
The Nebbiolo grape makes wine which is rich,
full-bodied and has dark fruit flavours. It often
has aromas of tar and violets, making the
scent very complex and interesting.
• This is a grape variety which is largely
grown in the north of Italy and makes some
of the finest Italian wines.
Syrah (Shiraz)
Look for aromas and flavours of cherries, red
fruit, spice and smokiness in Syrah or Shiraz
(as it is known in the New World).
• Big, flavourful and rich wines are often
made with this grape variety.
• Australia’s reputation for wine is partially
based on wines made from Shiraz.
Pinotage
This has flavours and aromas similar to Pinot
Noir but is usually fuller and earthier and can
have a distinctive taste of burnt rubber.
• Pinotage is generally made in South Africa,
where this grape comes from.
Pinot Noir
The flavours and aromas in this grape variety
are overwhelmingly red fruits, especially
raspberries. Sometimes you will get some
spiciness or light oak flavours.
• Pinot Noir is capable of making very fine
wines with great ageing potential.
• These wines tend to be lighter in colour and
lighter bodied. It has been difficult to grow
in countries outside of it’s home in France
but New Zealand’s reputation as a serious
producer is growing rapidly.
Sangiovese
Sangiovese produces a medium to full, dry
wine, which is slightly spicy, with bitter cherry,
spices, tobacco, chocolate and herb flavours.
• This is one of the best known Italian grape
varieties although you will rarely see it
listed on the label as the wine is usually
named after where it is made.
• The famous Tuscan wines of Chianti,
Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di
Montepulciano are made with Sangiovese.
Tempranillo
Medium bodied yet powerful wine, often with
tobacco-scents due to oak ageing and with
strawberry, spices and soft toffee.
• This is Spain’s quality grape, and an
essential component of Rioja.
• Without oak it can be quite fruity and spicy,
however much of the wine produced from
Tempranillo spends time in oak.
Zinfandel
Wines made from Zinfandel are fruity and juicy,
easy drinking and full of dark fruit flavours.
• Zinfandel is thought to be the same grape
as a variety which comes from the south
of Italy called Primitivo.
• Zinfadel’s most popular form is as the
off dry, pale pink Zinfadel rosé which
dominates the rosé category.
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50ml Bacardi Superior rum
15ml fresh lime
8-10 mint leaves
30ml gomme syrup
dash soda water
Method
Slap the mint leaves to bruise and
release their flavour, rub around the
edge of a tall high-ball glass and tear
them once before dropping in.Add the
freshly squeezed lime juice, gomme
syrup and half fill with crushed ice. Use
a bar spoon to churn the drink before
filling up with crushed ice. Pour in the
Bacardi Superior rum, a splash of soda
water and swizzle with a bar spoon to
mix. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.
Bacardi Mojito
-the original Mojito
The original and authentic
Bacardi Superior rum
Mojito; using fresh mint
and fresh-pressed lime
juice to create the most
perfectly balanced, crisp
and refreshing Mojito.
10 years ago most people’s expectation of a cocktail when they walked
in to a bar was a hollowed out pineapple with a couple of straws, a paper
umbrella and a slice of lime perched on top! But things have moved on.
There is even a name for cocktail waiters – a mixologist - and a world
championship of mixology to compete for. Cocktails create a great
opportunity for a bit of theatre and fun behind the bar but if you’re
more of a Frank Spencer than a Tom Cruise then you can always get a
Bacardi premixed cocktail!
The age of theMixologist
Smirnoff Vodka
Smirnoff Vodka is the world’s
biggest selling spirit brand.
Using a unique distillation
process, the triple distilled,
ten times filtered vodka is
pure, clean and ultra smooth.
bombay sapphire
The creation of Bombay
Sapphire is truly unique; with
almonds, grains, lemon peel,
liquorice, juniper berries, oris
root, angelica, coriander seeds,
cassia bark, and crushed
cubeb berries from Java. These
botanicals based on a secret
recipe that dates back to 1761
combine to produce a gin with
citrus aroma, rounded spice and
a touch of juniper. The result is
the complex and refined taste
that gives Bombay Sapphire it’s
extraordinary mixability.
bacardi rum
After 23 years of experimentation,
Don Facundo Bacardi set the
standard for all future premium
white rum. Established in 1862,
Bacardi Rum became the world’s
first premium aged white rum.
Don Facundo combined the
best of dark spirits production
techniques (ageing and blending)
with his pioneering charcoal
filtration process to create a
balanced mixing rum that was
used by cocktail pioneers as
the principle ingredient in the
Mojito. Despite Bacardi and Coke
being the world’s most asked
for branded spirit and mixer
combination, its unique flavour
is also great served over ice with
a squeeze of lime and a mixer of
your choice.
jameson irish
whiskey
Established in 1780, Jameson
is unusual in that it’s a blended
whisky but is from a single
distillery, and uses triple
distillation to create a smooth
whiskey. In Ireland, Jameson is
sometimes shortened to ‘Jemmie’.
remy martin
Remy Martin, dressed in its
sleek black bottle, epitomises
the appeal of cognac – seductive,
rich and complex, it’s an ideal
finish to any meal. Remy Martin
uses brandy from the chalky
Grande and Petit Champagne
regions north of Bordeaux, which
benefit from longer ageing and
result in a brandy with great
finesse and length.
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vodka
Whether vodka originated in Russia (voda – little water) or Poland (wodka) may never be agreed, but now vodka is
incredibly popular around the world. Vodka, by definition, must be a neutral spirit having been distilled and rectified
to at least 96% abv before being diluted back to bottle strength. Almost any produce that contains sugar or starch
can be fermented and distilled to make vodka, but grains or potatoes from local agriculture are most commonly used.
Smirnoff Vodka
Smirnoff Vodka is the world’s biggest selling spirit brand. Using a unique distillation process, the triple distilled, ten
times filtered vodka is pure, clean and ultra smooth.
Smirnoff Red 6 x 70cl £11.09 £66.54 31512
Smirnoff Red 6 x 1.5ltr £22.99 £137.94 40311
Sminoff Lime 6 x 70cl £12.99 £77.94 82101
Smirnoff green Apple 6 x 70cl £12.99 £77.94  82102
other vodka
Eristoff Original 6 x 70cl £10.39 £62.34 82056
Grey Goose Original 6 x 70cl £25.19 £151.14 50081
Moskova 6 x 1.5ltr £17.99 £107.94 50077
Moskova 12 x 70cl £8.49 £101.88 50076
Russian Standard 6 x 70cl £11.39 £68.34 TBC
Absolut Blue 6 x 70cl £12.79 £76.74 07352
Absolut Vanilla 6 x 70cl £13.59 £81.54 92518
Absolut Raspberry 6 x 70cl £13.59 £81.54 50080
Absolut Citron 6 x 70cl £13.79 £82.74 50079
Gin
Gin is a relative newcomer to the spirit world, having only been created in the 17th century in Holland as a form of
medicine, with juniper added to make it more palatable. British troops soon found a taste for “Dutch Courage” and
London subsequently became a centre of production, with “mother’s ruin” at one time being consumed in greater
quantities than beer.
bombay gin
Bombay Sapphire 6 x 70cl £15.29 £91.74 50088
other gin
beefeater 6 x 70cl £12.09 £72.54 50085
Gordon's 6 x 70cl £11.59 £69.54 49549
Gordon's 6 x 1.5ltr £24.19 £145.14 16352
Hendrick's 6 x 70cl £19.69 £118.14 81481
Richmond 12 x 70cl £8.69 £104.28 50083
Tanqueray 6 x 70cl £15.69 £94.14 50087
Rum
Rum can be made in any country that grows sugar cane, but Barbados is thought to be the original home of rum.
Each country or Caribbean island produces a different style of rum, from clear and light Cuban style rums to fuller
Navy dark rums, with every golden hue in between.
Rum is generally made from molasses, the treacle left over from sugar production, and is associated with the
navy and shipping trade that transported sugar to Europe; in fact, the phrase ‘Limeys’ refers to the fact that the
British Navy preferred to take their daily tot (half a pint of rum!) with lime. This penchant for lime also unknowingly
reduced scurvy and helped keep the British Navy supreme!
Bacardi Rum
BACARDI Superior 6 x 1.5ltr £28.89 £173.34 17145
BACARDI Superior 6 x 70cl £13.49 £80.94 13590
other rum
Captain Morgan 6 x 70cl £12.59 £75.54 25675
Captain Morgan 6 x 1.5ltr £27.79 £166.74 50091
Expedition 6 x 70cl £8.69 £52.14 50095
Havana Club Especial 6 x 70cl £13.99 £83.94 50093
Lambs Navy 6 x 70cl £12.99 £77.94 50090
Morgan Spiced 6 x 70cl £14.09 £84.54 50094
Sailor Jerry 6 x 70cl £15.19 £91.14 82032
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Whisky
Whisky, originating from the Scottish “uisge beatha” (water of life), is any distilled grain spirit that has been aged in
wooden casks. Single Malt whisky from Scotland must be from a single distillery using double pot distillation and
using only malted barley; Blended Scotch whisky blends whiskies from multiple distilleries and includes both malt
whisky and grain whisky; bourbon is made from mostly maize (corn) and must be aged in new charred oak barrels
and unfiltered; Tennessee whiskey (Jack Daniel’s) follows the same principles as bourbon, but is filtered through
maple charcoal. The spelling ‘whiskey’ is generally applied to any country outside Scotland, with the exception of Canada.
Jameson irish whiskey
Jameson 6 x 70cl £13.99 £83.94 46656
Jameson 6 x 1.5ltr £29.19 £175.14 07364
other irish whiskey
Bushmills Original 6 x 70cl £12.89 £77.34 50107
Scotch/Malt Whisky
Bell's Original 6 x 70cl £12.79 £76.74 05865
Bell's Original 6 x 1.5ltr £25.99 £155.94 36858
Chivas Regal 6 x 70cl £19.49 £116.94 50104
Famous Grouse 6 x 70cl £12.59 £75.54 25133
Famous Grouse 6 x 1.5ltr £25.99 £155.94 16354
Glenfiddich 6 x 70cl £21.39 £128.34 00532
Glenmorangie 10yr 6 x 70cl £23.19 £139.14 50111
Johnny Walker Red Label 6 x 70cl £15.19 £91.14 50103
Johnny Walker Black Label 6 x 70cl £20.59 £123.54 50105
Laphroaig 10yr 6 x 70cl £23.99 £143.94 50112
Macallan 10yr 6 x 70cl £22.59 £135.54 50114
Monkey Shoulder 6 x 70cl £19.79 £118.74 82063
Oban Whisky 6 x 70cl £28.99 £173.94 50138
Talisker 10yr 6 x 70cl £25.99 £155.94 50117
Teachers 6 x 70cl £12.52 £75.12 26837
Bourbon
Jack Daniel's Old No.7 6 x 70cl £15.89 £95.34 40573
Jack Daniel's Old No.7 6 x 1.5ltr £33.99 £203.94 16350
Makers Mark 6 x 70cl £19.49 £116.94 81418
Brandy
Brandy is a distillate of fermented fruit, most commonly grape wine. This doesn’t mean that any leftover wine is
distilled; in fact, the wine used for premium brandy will be sour and undrinkable. Just like fine wine, the location of
the vineyard defines the quality of the brandy, which is also affected by the distillation methods and ageing process.
The main brandy styles are cognac and armagnac from France, grappa from Italy and pisco from South America.
Cognac is the best known of these, and has to follow very tightly prescribed production processes, which has ensured
a consistently high quality, making it the ‘King of Brandy’. The quality of cognac is generally classified by age, with VS
requiring that the youngest component is at least two years old, VSOP four years and XO six years.
Remy Martin
Remy Martin VSOP 6 x 70cl £25.49 £152.94 46660
other Cognac
Courvoisier VS 40% 6 x 70cl £18.59 £111.54 25189
Courvoisier VS 40% 6 x 1.5ltr £39.19 £235.14 16353
Courvoisier VSOP 40% 6 x 70cl £28.39 £170.34 50158
Hennesey XO 6 x 70cl £79.49 £476.94 50159
Martell VS 6 x 70cl £17.79 £106.74 73310
Martell VS 6 x 1.5ltr £38.69 £232.14 50157
other brandy
3 Barrels Brandy 6 x 70cl £13.49 £80.94 50156
Dubaron Napoleon Brandy 12 x 70cl £8.79 £105.48 04802
Tequila
Jose Cuervo Clasico 6 x 70cl £14.99 £89.94 50098
Jose Cuervo Gold Especial 6 x 70cl £14.99 £89.94 50100
Sambuca
Luxardo Sambuca Nera 6 x 70cl £14.25 £85.50 82036
Romana Sambuca 6 x 70cl £14.39 £86.34 50143
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Liqueurs
Bailey's Irish Cream 6 x 70cl £11.19 £67.14 40572
Bailey's Irish Cream 6 x 1.5ltr £22.99 £137.94 16351
Blue Curacao 6 x 50cl £7.65 £45.90 50144
Creme de Bananes 17% 6 x 50cl £7.75 £46.50 81734
Creme de Cacao white 24% 6 x 50cl £7.75 £46.50 81735
Creme de Cassis 17% 6 x 50cl £6.35 £38.10 50146
Creme de Menthe 24% 6 x 50cl £7.75 £46.50 50145
Triple Sec Curacao 38% 6 x 50cl £9.39 £56.34 50147
Chambord Raspberry 6 x 70cl £14.85 £89.10 81768
Cointreau 6 x 70cl £15.99 £95.94 00536
Grand Marnier 6 x 70cl £19.39 £116.34 46662
Kahlua 6 x 70cl £14.69 £88.14 52465
Southern Comfort 6 x 70cl £15.09 £90.54 40574
Southern Comfort 6 x 1.5ltr £31.79 £190.74 50141
Stone's Ginger Wine 12 x 70cl £6.99 £83.88 50459
Tia Maria 6 x 70cl £12.19 £73.14 17228
Triple Sec 6 x 50cl £9.39 £56.34 50147
Amaretto Di Saronno 6 x 70cl £13.79 £82.74 07353
Drambuie 6 x 70cl £20.29 £121.74 07354
Midori Melon 6 x 70cl £13.09 £78.54 81884
Passoa passion fruit 6 x 70cl £10.49 £62.94 81898
RTDs
Jack Daniel's  Cola - can 12 x 330ml £21.49 82028
Smirnoff Ice Black 24 x 275ml £24.99 08464
Smirnoff Ice Red 24 x 275ml £24.49 52482
Smirnoff Ice Red - PET 24 x 275ml £25.99 97102
Smirnoff  Tonic - can 12 x 250ml £15.49 82097
Southern Comfort Lemonade  Lime - can 12 x 250ml £18.19 82030
Gordon’s  Tonic - can 12 x 250ml £15.49 82903
Gordon’s  Slimline Tonic - can 12 x 250ml £15.49 82095
Pimm's  Lemonade - can 12 x 250ml £14.19 82098
Fortified
Blandy's Clarence Maderia 6 x 75cl £9.59 £57.54 25335
Leyenda Fino sherry 6 x 75cl £5.99 £35.94 12006
Tio Pepe fino sherry 6 x 75cl £8.99 £53.94 07351
Leyenda Amontillado sherry 6 x 75cl £5.99 £35.94 11999
Croft Original pale cream Sherry 6 x 75cl £8.49 £50.94 25219
Harvey's Bristol Cream Sherry 6 x 75cl £8.79 £52.74 25192
Leyenda Oloroso sherry 6 x 75cl £5.99 £35.94 12000
Dow's Tawny port 6 x 75cl £7.79 £46.74 81465
Dow's Ruby port 6 x 75cl £7.79 £46.74 81454
Graham's LBV port 6 x 75cl £9.39 £56.34 81473
Taylor's LBV Port 6 x 75cl £10.29 £61.74 46654
Vermouth
Cinzano Bianco 6 x 75cl £5.89 £35.34 30911
Martini Bianco 6 x 75cl £5.95 £35.70 50070
Martini Bianco 6 x 1.5ltr £11.59 £69.54 50073
Martini Extra Dry 6 x 75cl £5.95 £35.70 50067
Martini Extra Dry 6 x 1.5ltr £11.59 £69.54 33745
Martini Rosso 6 x 75cl £5.95 £35.70 12068
Martini Rosso 6 x 1.5ltr £11.59 £69.54 50068
Speciality
After Shock Blue Citrus 6 x 70cl £17.89 £107.34 82042
After Shock Hot  Cool Red 6 x 70cl £17.89 £107.34 82044
Archers Peach Schnapps 6 x 70cl £9.49 £56.94 16663
Archers Peach Schnapps 6 x 1.5ltr £19.19 £115.14 16349
Campari Bitter 6 x 70cl £12.65 £75.90 50150
Jagermeister 6 x 70cl £15.39 £92.34 13374
La Fee NV Absinthe 6 x 70cl £16.59 £99.54 82045
Malibu 6 x 70cl £10.29 £61.74 51691
Malibu 6 x 1.5ltr £22.99 £137.94 50151
Pernod 6 x 70cl £15.29 £91.74 55978
PEYCHAUD Bitters 12 x 148ml £6.49 £77.88 14463
Pimm's No.1 6 x 70cl £11.29 £65.94 00552
Pimm's No.1 6 x 1.5ltr £24.35 £146.10 50152
Sagatiba Pura Cachaça 6 x 70cl £12.99 £77.94 82047
Warninks Advocaat 6 x 70cl £10.09 £60.54 51082
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While most would consider wine to be the natural partner to food, there has been a growing trend for beers to
be served as the ideal match to certain foods. The classic example is to match local cuisine with a local beer, so
premium Asian beers with a curry or sharp Mexican lagers with spicy foods. Other examples of beer types that
complement certain foods are fish with wheat beers; chocolate with a stout, for example, Guinness; or sausages
with a full-bodied bitter.
Cobra
Founded in 1989 by Karan Bilmoria, then aged 27 and £20,000 in debt. Over time, countless combinations were
brewed to eventually create the perfect beer to accompany curry. First brewed in Bangalore, Cobra is brewed
from a blend of malted barley, maize, hops, rice, yeast, water, and a little less gas than other beers. Distinctive,
clean and extra smooth in taste, the 660ml bottles are great for sharing with friends at the dining table, the 330ml
for a single serving.
Cobra 12 x 660ml £21.99 82073
Cobra 24 x 330ml £21.99 82071
Tuborg
Originating from Denmark in 1880, Tuborg is growing in popularity through its links with a number of high profile
music events such as Reading and Leeds festivals.
Tuborg 24 x 275ml £16.59 71132
other world beer
Beck's Alcohol free 24 x 275ml £15.59 24207
Beck's 24 x 275ml £17.79 46626
Budweiser 24 x 330ml £23.09 40422
Stella Artois 24 x 330ml £17.79 46628
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 15 x 660ml £27.49 82083
Grolsch 24 x 275ml £23.39 82077
Carlsberg 24 x 275ml £14.79 46624
Carling 24 x 300ml £16.99 81506
Miller Genuine Draught 24 x 330ml £21.49 82078
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 24 x 330ml £21.49 52473
Singha 24 x 330ml £22.99 82088
Sol 24 x 330ml £21.79 82089
Budvar Budweiser 24 x 330ml £22.69 97101
Corona Extra 24 x 330ml £22.99 52472
Hoegaarden Wheat Beer 24 x 330ml £24.99 24062
Coopers Pale Ale 24 x 330ml £28.49 82217
Coors Light 24 x 330ml £20.99 82074
GrolsCh 12 x 450ml £26.29 82077
GrolsCh 24 x 275ml £23.40 TBC
Packaged Beer - PET
Carling 24 x 500ml £33.79 81596
Carlsberg 24 x 500ml £26.69 97790
Bottled Ale - glass
Newcastle Brown Ale 12 x 550ml £19.29 46630
Tanglefoot 8 x 500ml £11.49 83285
Fuller's London Pride 24 x 330ml £23.99 TBC
Packaged Beer - cans
Boddingtons Bitter Draught 24 x 440ml £24.69 36822
Stella Artois 24 x 440ml £25.49 36821
Budweiser 24 x 440ml £26.39 81727
Tennent's 24 x 500ml £20.99 44089
Carling 24 x 500ml £22.99 81494
Stout
Guinness draught - Can 24 x 440ml £28.49 27539
Guinness Surger - Can 24 x 520ml £33.99 82100
CIDER
Bulmers Strongbow - can 24 x 440ml £20.99 07365
Kopparberg Apple 15 x 500ml £20.09 80326
Kopparberg Elderflower  Lime 15 x 500ml £23.49 81419
Kopparberg Mixed Fruit 15 x 500ml £23.49 80327
Kopparberg Pear 15 x 500ml £20.09 80323
Magners Irish Cider 12 x 568ml £17.99 86782
Magners Irish Cider 24 x 330ml £25.99 TBC
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Schweppes Tonic Water 24 x 125ml £9.77 12760
Schweppes Slimline Tonic Water 24 x 125ml £9.50 12767
Schweppes Orange Juice 24 x 125ml £11.44 12772
Schweppes Tomato Juice 24 x 125ml £11.44 12779
Schweppes Tonic Water 24 x 200ml £15.81 09165
Schweppes Bitter lemon 24 x 200ml £15.52 09168
Schweppes Soda Water 24 x 200ml £15.81 09169
Schweppes Slimline Tonic Water 24 x 200ml £12.90 12781
SCHWEPPES CANADA GINGER ALE 24 x 125ml £7.82 80182
Schweppes Tomato Juice 24 x 200ml £13.78 12798
Schweppes Lemonade 24 x 200ml £10.44 87410
Diet Coke 24 x 200ml £14.00 13700
Coca Cola 24 x 200ml £14.00 13737
Appletiser 12 x 275ml £12.33 16773
BRITVIC JUICE GRAPEFRUIT 24 x 160ml £9.19 89249
BRITVIC JUICE PINEAPPLE 24 x 160ml £9.19 89254
BRITVIC JUICE ORANGE 24 x 160ml £9.19 89250
BRITVIC JUICE GRAPEFRUIT 24 x 160ml £9.19 89249
BRITVIC JUICE PINEAPPLE 24 x 160ml £9.19 89254
PET
Diet Coke 6 x 2ltr £14.91 15647
Coca Cola 6 x 2ltr £14.91 18411
Schweppes Lemonade 6 x 2ltr £11.12 06530
Pre-mix - BIB
Coca Cola Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £67.49 01753
Diet Coke Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £67.49 01756
Sprite Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £67.49 01773
Fanta Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £67.49 01774
Schweppes lemonade Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £66.83 91898
Schweppes Tonic water Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £66.84 91897
HILDON NATURAL MINERAL Water
Still, Glass BOTTLE 24 x 330ml £14.75 47657
Still, Glass BOTTLE 12 x 750ml £11.89 47659
Gently Carbonated, Glass BOTTLE 24 x 330ml £14.75 47658
Gently Carbonated, Glass BOTTLE 12 x 750ml £11.89 47660
SPRINGBOURNE NATURAL MINERAL Water
Still, Glass bottle 12 x 750ml £8.17 03798
Still, Glass bottle 24 x 330ml £8.72 03805
Still, Glass bottle 24 x 250ml £8.64 56297
Still, Glass bottle 12 x 1ltr £9.42 56295
Sparkling, Glass bottle 12 x 750ml £8.18 03799
Sparkling, Glass bottle 24 x 330ml £8.73 03807
Sparkling, Glass bottle 24 x 250ml £8.64 56298
Sparkling, Glass bottle 12 x 1ltr £9.42 56296
Still, PET 24 x 330ml £7.04 56288
Still, PET 24 x 500ml £8.63 56291
Sparkling, PET 24 x 330ml £7.04 56290
Sparkling, PET 24 x 500ml £8.63 56292
SYRUPS  JUICES
GOMME SYRUP 6 x 70cl £20.94 TBC
Grenadine Syrup 6 x 70cl £20.94 50148
Ocean Spray Classic Cranberry Juice Tetra 12 x 1ltr £20.50 57531
ENERGY DRINKS
RED BULL 24 x 250ml £20.76 38304
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DID YOU KNOW?
Dom Pérignon was originally charged
by his superiors at the Abbey of
Hautvillers to get rid of the bubbles
as the pressure in the bottles caused
many of them to burst in the cellar.
The mysterious circumstance
surrounding the then unknown process
of fermentation and carbonic gas
caused some critics to call the sparkling
creations “The Devil's Wine”.
style Guide
Blanc de Noirs A French term (literally
“white of blacks”) for a Champagne
produced entirely from black grapes.
Blanc de Blancs French term that
means “white of whites”, and is used
to designate Champagnes made
exclusively from Chardonnay grapes.
Rosé The Rosé wines of Champagne
are produced either by leaving the clear
juice of black grapes to macerate on
its skins for a brief time (known as the
saigneé method) or, more commonly, by
adding a small amount of still Pinot Noir
red wine to the sparkling wine cuvée.
Prestige Cuvée This is considered to
be the producers top of the range wine
and is not always produced every year
depending on the quality of the vintage.
Dom Pérignon is probably the most
popular example of this style of wine.
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JACQUES CARTIER
Jaques Cartier is a classic pouring champagne which really delivers. Made from an even mix of the Holy
Trinity of Champagne grapes – Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier – it’s a reliable blend that’s a real
crowd-pleaser whatever the occasion.
Brut NV 6 £16.01 £96.06 81774
Produced by the Laurent Perrier winemaking team, this wine has a serious pedigree for the price. A toasty nose, good weight
on the palate and gorgeous green apple and lemon flavours.
VEUVE DELAROY
A top value Champagne made by one of the regions’s biggest houses but still carrying the name of widow
Delaroy who established it in the 19th century after the death of her artist husband in the Franco-Prussian war.
Their “House blend” majors on the Pinot pair (Pinot Noir 40% and Pinot Meunier 40%) with the heavier, more
citrus character of the Chardonnay grape making up just 20% of the blend.
Brut NV 6 £17.22 £103.32 30185
Veuve Delaroy is a fresh and delicate Champagne with hints of strawberry, a squeeze of citrus and some nutty almond notes.
Rosé NV 6 £20.32 £121.92 30186
Wild strawberries, juicy redcurrants and toasted hazelnuts combine to create this cracking pink fizz.
DE CASTELLANE
De Castellane is a family-run business owned by Laurent Perrier, which seems to us the perfect balance between
the consistency and style of the family management, coupled with the scale and expertise of the larger
Champagne House. De Castellane has been around a while; 115 years to be precise, and their striking buildings
and 66m high bell tower are very much part of the Epernay skyline. But there’s more there than meets the eye,
with some 6km of cellars lying beneath, housing thousands of bottles in perfect temperature-controlled safety.
We love their distinctive label, which is adorned with the unmissable red cross, the emblem of France’s oldest
military regiment.
Croix Rouge Saint Andre Brut NV 6 £20.05 £120.30 81773
An easy-drinking style with great poise and balance. Delicate, clean and crisp fruit with a touch of biscuit on the finish.
CROIX SAINT ROUGE Rosé NV 6 £23.77 £142.62 92530
This award winning Brut Rosé has a delicate salmon pink colour, a fruity and floral nose and a palate with complexity,
roundness and freshness combining the delightful flavours of stewed and wild strawberries. Winner of the Rosé
Champagne Trophy at the Decanter Wine Awards 2009.
ChampaGne
FoodieFACTS
Champagne’s not just foraperitifs but can make amatch throughout a meal.Think about matching
weight and acidity. CHAMPAGNE
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LANSON
Lanson have been making top quality champagne for nearly 300 years and have built an enviable reputation.
They’re one of the top players in Champagne with the distinct advantage of being able to source grapes from
throughout the region. This means that they can pick and choose their grapes to ensure that their “House”
style remains consistently high, year after year.
Black Label NV 6 £25.05 £150.30 46651
The Lanson “House style” is much fresher and crisper than most, making it ideal as an aperitif wine. Crisp green apples,
lip-smacking citrus and a touch of honey on the finish.
BRUT Rosé NV 6 £29.13 £174.78 30189
BRUT Rosé 20cl NV 24 £9.49 £227.76 30203
Delicate strawberry and red cherry aromas with a touch of toast and honey. The palate dances with red fruit and a lovely
citrus twist.
LAURENT-PERRIER
Laurent-Perrier traces its roots back to 1812 when a former cooper and bottler by the name of Alphonse
Pierlot purchased two vineyards. Pierlot willed his company to his cellar master, Eugene Laurent, who ran it
with his wife, Mathilde Emilie Perrier. After Eugene Laurent died in 1887 his widow took control and attached
her name to the company, changing it to Veuve Laurent-Perrier (veuve being the French word for widow).
After the hardships of the first world war, it was then sold to an indomitable lady by the name of Mary-Louise
Lanson de Nonancourt, who managed to keep it afloat during the second world war by taking the unusual steps
of mortgaging 1000 cases of Champagne that she had concealed in the cellar walls to stop the booty from
being confiscated by the Germans. The Nonancourt family are still heavily involved in the Champagne House
and have seen their profile rocket in recent years with the rise in popularity of their iconic rosé Champagne.
Brut NV 6 £26.64 £159.84 08938
Pale gold in colour with fine and effervescent bubbles. Delicate, fresh aromas of citrus and apple tingle on the palate delivering
a rounded toasty finish.
Cuvée Rosé Brut NV 6 £41.26 £247.56 93388
An iconic rosé Champagne. From the distinctive and beautifully designed bottle to the subtle red berry fruit, vivacious bubbles
and gorgeous salmon-pink colour, it is a richly deserved reputation.
VEUVE CLICQUOT PONSARDIN
The House of Clicquot was founded in 1772, but owes its current fame to the founder’s remarkable
daughter-in-law, Nicole Barbe Clicquot. Widowed in 1805, she took the bull by the horns and developed
the business both technically and commercially in to the Champagne “powerhouse” that it is now.
The distinctive orange label was first introduced in the mid-19th century and has become synonymous
with an enduring and quality champagne.
Yellow Label Brut NV 6 £32.38 £194.28 30219
Veuve Clicquot’s famous Yellow Label is one of the best-loved and best-selling Champagnes in the UK, famed for its rich,
biscuity aromas and smooth, full-bodied taste.
Moët  CHANDON
Moët  Chandon are at the very heart of Champagne’s sucess. They have carefully nurtured the wines
through good times and bad, building the story of Champagne in to a truly inspiring and aspirational wine.
They now produce more Champagne than anyone else in the region with a quite staggering production
but the quality still remains remarkably high.
Brut Imperial NV 6 £29.03 £174.18 42069
Distinctive aromas of brioche and crunchy green apples with a crisp acidity on the palate.
BOLLINGER
The Champagne of choice for James Bond and if its good enough for Bond we think it must be worth a
spot on the our list. Founded by Jacques Bollinger in 1829, this house is one of the few in Champagne to
still be family owned. The “House” style is to produce wines rich in Pinot Noir and are one of the very few
houses that actually mature their wines in oak for an extended period. Two thirds of the grapes come from
Bollinger's own vineyards (157ha), which guarantees consistency in the quality of its wines year after year.
Special Cuvée NV 6 £35.33 £211.98 91155
A sophisticated and complex Pinot Noir-dominated Champagne, which has the distinctive toasty finish of the Bollinger
“house” style.
DOM PÉRIGNON
Dom Pérignon is only produced in the finest vintages. Usually a blend of half Pinot Noir and half Chardonnay
(give or take a few per cent here or there), it is rightly regarded as one of the very best Champagnes, with
the ability to age gracefully over many years. The wine is named after Pierre Pérignon, the monk at the
Abbey of Hautvillers who, legend has it, 'discovered Champagne' in the 17th Century and announced it was
like “drinking stars” presumably after a few glasses of the stuff!
Dom PÉrignon 2002 6 £94.45 £566.70 30218
Rightly regarded as one of the very finest Champagnes, Dom Pérignon is supremely elegant with delicate citrus, apricot,
brioche and apple flavours and a length that just keep on going.
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MARQUIS DE LA TOUR
Crémant is one of France’s best kept secrets. Made exactly the same way as its bigger, more expensive
brother, Champagne, it’s one of the best value wines available. This Marquis de la Tour sparkling is produced
by one of the Loire’s most famous names, Remy Pannier. These guys know every corner of this northerly
region and have put together a couple of blends using two of the region’s stars, Chenin and Cabernet
Franc, along with Champagne’s favourite, Chardonnay. The rosé in particular is one of our best-sellers and
represents fantastic bang for your buck.
Brut NV 6 £5.99 £35.94 30220
A delicious, sparkling Crémant from a quality producer. Fresh green apple, lime and citrus flavours make this a perfect choice
for any occasion that demands a touch of indulgence.
Rosé NV 6 £6.23 £37.38 08921
A great alternative to Champagne, this sparkler has strawberry and red cherry flavours, perfect for any ocassion.
CONTI NERI
Prosecco has enjoyed a resurgence over the last couple of years as people look for alternatives to
Champagne. Prosecco can only be made from Glera grapes (previously also known as Prosecco grapes). The
Glera grapes are grown in several regions of Italy, but Prosecco (which is now a DOC) can be produced only
in the regions of Friuli Venezia Giulia and Veneto. Proseccos generally have a lighter, fresher and fruitier style
due to the different production method and a lack of bottle age which is proving very popular particularly
with female drinkers. Bis Bis is produced from a combination of the Prosecco grape (Glera) and the other
local star, Raboso, and is a great aperitif-style sparkling rosé wine.
Prosecco di Prosecco NV 6 £9.24 £55.44 30235
A delicious alternative to Champagne, this Prosecco has a lighter and fruitier style making it incredibly moreish! A bright
straw-yellow colour with lovely aromas of pears and wildflowers that burst right out of the glass.
Bis Bis Raboso/Glera Rosé Frizzante NV 6 £5.58 £33.48 11011
Light cherry in colour, this Italian lightly sparkling wine is an attractive blend of strawberry and raspberry flavours, finished off
with a citrus twist.
FREIXENET
Freixenet has been producing outstanding Cava for over 100 years and has always been a family-run
business despite their unprecendented success. But rather than rest on their laurels, the family has
developed some quite phenomenal technology, in conjuction with the boffins from NASA (yes that’s NASA,
the space agency!), to develop the ultimate yeasts for their wines. This sort of drive marks Freixenet out as
true pioneers and guardians of the spirit and quality of the Cava name, and we’re delighted to have their
wines exclusively available to ViVAS customers.
Cordon Negro Cava Brut Reserva NV 6 £8.42 £50.52 96191
Cordon Negro Cava Brut 20cl NV 12 £2.92 £35.04 91351
A fantastic fizz with bags of green and red apple flavours, a generous wedge of citrus and a slightly biscuity finish.
Cordon Cava Rosado NV 6 £8.42 £50.52 96195
Cordon Cava Rosado 20cl NV 12 £2.96 £35.52 70086
Showing all the elegance and quality that Cava can provide, this has beautiful red summer fruit flavours followed by a long,
creamy finish.
THOMAS MITCHELL
Thomas Mitchell’s first vines were planted in the early 1970s after Australian wine industry legend Colin
Preece identified an old patch of grazing land known as Blackwood Park as having great winemaking
potential. This pioneering spirit continues to this day with new winemaker Ben Haines at the controls.
Brut NV 6 £7.59 £45.54 30226
Unlike the Aussie cricket team, this wine has real backbone! This is a cracking sparkling wine made predominantly from
Chardonnay and Semillon grapes, which bring together tropical fruit flavours, citrus and a hint of peach.
LINDAUER
Lindauer is New Zealand’s biggest-selling sparkler and was the first NZ wine producer to use the traditional
“Champagne method” of production (the 2nd fermentation occurring in the bottle). The first vintage was
produced in 1981 and since then they have built a steady reputation for some serious sparkling production.
The fruit is sourced from the cooler climate North Island regions of Gisborne and Hawkes Bay and picked
early to ensure the natural acidity is retained; a key component for quality sparkling production. Chardonnay
and Pinot Noir, the traditional mainstay of Champagne, form the basis of the Brut blend, with some careful
pressing and handling in the winery. Unlike many sparkling wines, the wines are then stored in bottle for 12
months ageing before they are considered suitable for release, giving them a lovely rich, yeasty flavour that
adds that touch of class.
Brut CUVÉE NV 6 £8.88 £53.28 92528
Toasty aromas with hints of lemon and apple, a generous mousse and a palate with red pinot fruit, golden delicious apple with
a twist of lime.
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Époisses de Bourgogne,
Goose fat, Fleur de Sel
(sea salt), Green Puy lentils,
crème fraîche
did you know?
The concept of terroir; which refers to the unique
combination of natural factors associated with
any particular vineyard, is “the” essential factor of
French winemaking and central to their Appellation
Controlée system. It includes such factors as soil,
underlying rock, altitude, slope of hill or terrain,
orientation toward the sun and microclimate
(typical rain, winds, humidity, temperature
variations, etc.). Even in the same area, no two
vineyards have exactly the same terroir and
this will dictate whether the vineyard is declared
Grand Cru Chablis or Petit Chablis for example and
they can de separated by just a couple of metres.
FoodieFACTS
Matching French wines iscomparatively easy, just lookat how the locals do it. Fishwith Loire wines, duck and richfoods with Gascon wines andgame and hearty stews
with Burgundies.
The third weekend in November hosts the “Les Trois Glorieuses”,
or “the three glorious days”, centred on the Hospice de Beaune wine
auction, which is the oldest in the world. It dates from 1859
when 189 barrels of fine Burgundy wine were sold there. During
the weekend, the producers of the town open their cellar doors for
enthusiasts to taste their latest vintage.The pinnacle of the festival
is the Paulée, which is a celebration of the King of Burgundian
wines, Meursault.The producers all get together with friends,
families and VIPs to celebrate the end of harvest and generally
have a good knees-up which, according to a reliable source,
is not for the faint-hearted!
LES TROIS Glorieuses
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LA SERRE
The La Serre pair are made by the same winemaking team that makes the Serle Noir wines, so the quality
is reassuringly high despite their dimunitive stature. The wines are bottled in lightweight Burgundy-style
glass bottles.
Sauvignon Blanc,
Vin de Pays d’Oc 18.75cl 2010 48 £1.77 £84.96 92837
Gooseberries and citrus muddled together to create a food-friendly Sauvignon from the South of France.
Merlot, Vin de Pays d’Oc 18.75cl 2010 48 £1.70 £81.60 92833
Plums and cherries blend perfectly with soft juicy tannins..
GRAVITé
These wines are the prefect tonic to the super-charged fruit-packed specimens from the New World as they
are restrained and sophisticated with lovely layers of flavour. The Gravité wines are produced by the crack
winemaking team at Foncalieu; an impressive, quality-focused co-operative based near the ancient city of
Carcasonne in the Languedoc.
Blanc Medium, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £4.60 £27.60 09821
This off-dry wine erupts with ripe tropical fruit which cascades from the glass and envelop you in a warming cosy blanket
of flavour.
Blanc, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £4.60 £27.60 30004
Bright, fresh and fruity with peach, pear and passion fruit flavours on the thirst-quenching palate.
Rosé, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £4.60 £27.60 30005
A great summer rosé with a vibrant pink colour, jammy red fruits and a refreshing finish.
Rouge, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £4.60 £27.60 30008
Packed with juicy vibrant red fruits, the wine is soft, rounded and far too easy to drink.
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SERLE NOIR
The Serle Noir wines are sourced from the Languedoc-Rousillon region of France. This region has a perfect
grape-growing climate, which is why there are over 3000km2
of vines carpeting the area, three times that
of Bordeaux. Over recent years, many of the vineyards have either been scrubbed up or developed to
improve the wine quality and it now represents one of the best value corners of France. Vins de Pays d’Oc
wines have become a reliable indicator of quality and the Serle Noir wines are no exception.
Sauvignon Blanc, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 12356
Distinctly French in style, this Sauvignon Blanc has more refined green fruit and citrus flavours than its New World counterparts.
Chardonnay, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 73822
This is what the Languedoc does best. Classy Chardonnay with plenty of ripe tropical fruit with a proper backbone of acidity to
deliver the perfect balance.
Viognier, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 77248
Viognier is the darling of the wine fraternity and this example is a class drop. Perfumed peach and apricot is its unmistakable
calling card, backed up by a rich and well put-together body.
Merlot Rosé, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 96185
Ripe flavours of raspberries and red cherries dominate the nose and palate leading on to a clean finish.
Merlot, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 11084
Like an instant St.Tropez tan! There’s so much sun in this wine that you can just taste it. Lush sweet plums and black cherries.
Syrah, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 79380
Syrah, from the South of France, has more restrained black fruits than its showy Shiraz cousin from Down Under, with its
savoury notes of provence herbs make it a great food wine.
Rhône
LOUIS BERNARD
The wines of the Rhône can be produced from a number of different grapes but the lion’s share are Grenache
and Syrah based with Cinsault and Mourvèdre playing a supporting role. The vast majority of wines are
Côtes du Rhône wines whilst Crozes-Hermitage and Châteauneuf-du-Pape make up a relatively small but
prestigious proportion of production. Based in Orange, this Rhône collective goes from strength to strength,
producing good examples from all the main appellations across the Southern Rhône, sourcing grapes from
over 40 different estates. Taking over the reins is new chief winemaker Ralph Garcin, who brings with him
international winemaking experience from stints on the west coast of America and Burgundy. The results are
wines with plenty of fruit but with a distinct sense of place.
Côtes du Rhône Rouge, Cuvée des
Prelats 37.5cl NV 12 £4.08 £48.96 09510
Soft, juicy Côtes du Rhône with classic strawberry Grenache fruit matched with Syrah's tell-tale peppery spice. Rounded, ripe
and fruity with bags of character.
Côtes du Rhône Rouge 2006 6 £6.85 £41.10 30132
This is what the Rhône is all about, showing the more elegant side to the Syrah grape supported by a host of other local
grape varieties. Blackberry and juicy blackcurrants are balanced by a savoury black pepper and spice layer.
Côtes du Rhône Villages 2006 6 £7.46 £44.76 30133
Fabulously fruity Côtes du Rhône with ripe red berry fruit on both the nose and palate: strawberries, raspberries and cherries all
make cameo appearances. The structure is soft and approachable with juicy tannins and fresh acidity.
Crozes-Hermitage 2006 6 £10.50 £63.00 30135
Sinfully rich, with bundles of spicy black fruit and a length that seems to go on forever.
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Les Galets 2006 6 £18.10 £108.60 30140
A brilliant example of a Châteauneuf with impeccable breeding – big, bold and spicy with rich black fruit and a smidge of spice.
ELS PYRENEUS
Launched in 2008 to great acclaim, the Els Pyreneus range throws away the old political borders to unite
some of the most exciting wine regions on both the French and Spanish sides of the Pyrenees. The wines
are made by top winemaker Jean Marc Lafage and are sourced from old vines in Roussillon, Emporda
and Calatayud. Despite the wines all reflecting their individual terroirs, they’re linked by a fantastic intensity
of fruit and minerality that marks them out from the crowd.
Picpoul de Pinet 2010 6 £6.63 £39.78 70090
One of France’s forgotten gems, fresh, racy and lean. Medium-bodied with a pale yellow complexion, a flowery nose, and a
solid slug of citrus and tropical fruits.
Muscat de Rivesaltes 50cl 2010 6 £8.55 £51.30 81777
An unusual and very distinctive dessert wine produced in small quantities in the Languedoc-Rousillon. Made from the Muscat
d’Alexandrie and Muscat à Petits Grains grapes, it has a very floral nose and a palate rich with apricot, honey and orange
flavours and a balancing acidity on the finish.
Languedoc continued
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Château CANTELYS
Daniel Cathiard purchased Château Cantelys, in Pessec-Leognan, in 1994. It’s located on a superb, gravelly
rise across from the science park in Martillac and is a neighbour of Châteaux Smith Haut Lafitte and
Rochemorin. The château has 30 hectares in production (20 with red wine varieties, 10 with white).
Château Cantelys, Pessac-Leognan 2006 6 £18.85 £113.10 96231
A classic red Bordeaux from the Graves region just to the south of the city. Medium-bodied and elegant with deep blackcurrant,
cedar wood and cigar smoke notes.
Château DU LEVANT
The second wine of the highly-rated Château Liot in Barsac, Château du Levant Sauternes is made from younger
vines on the 20-hectare estate. 30-year-old vines are grown on red clay layers upon some limestone subsoil.
Botrytis-affected grapes are hand-picked after several sortings, lightly crushed and then fermented in stainless
steel. After traditional winemaking, the wine is aged for 18 months in stainless steel tanks.
Château du Levant, Sauternes 37.5cl 2008 12 £9.39 £112.68 94625
Sauternes is probably the most famous region for sweet wines in the world and this juicy number ticks all the boxes with
flavours of apricot, citrus, caramel, vanilla and cream. The fantastic acidity cuts through the lusciously sweet fruit to leave
the palate refreshed.
ALSACE
CAVE DE RIBEAUVILLé
The vineyards of Ribeauvillé have been here since the beginning of time. It was the Lords of Ribeaupierre
and the Benedictine monks who first made use of the natural resources with its south-facing slopes and
different soils. In 1895 the co-operative was founded to help winegrowers to cope with times of crisis.
The co-op has managed over the past hundred years to keep the original spirit going and the quality of the wines
has grown and grown. All the fruit is meticulously hand-picked to produce a superb range of boutique wines.
Andante Gewurztraminer/Muscat 2010 6 £8.24 £49.44 82744
As clean and crisp as the Alsatian air that helped create it, this bountiful blend is packed with ripe, sweet tropical fruit.
Bordeaux
Château L’EGLISE
Decent Claret can be hard to find at a reasonable price and is always a joy when you do find it. So we were
delighted when our buying team unearthed this little beauty to add to the list. A blend of the usual suspects
from the region of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot.
Château L’Eglise, Bordeaux 2009 6 £6.83 £40.98 10865
A true Bordelaise; rich, suave and sophisticated! Lovely blackcurrant and plum fruit combined with fine, savoury tannins and a
well balanced finish.
Château LA CROIX FERRANDaT
St-Emilion is all about the Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes which combine to create a smoother more rounded
style of Bordeaux from a younger age than their more highly structured Cabernent Sauvignon-dominated rivals.
Arriving relatively late at the classification party, St-Emillion was only classified in 1955, compared to the 1855
classification of the rest of Bordeaux’s major hitters. Unlike these other regions, however, they constantly
update their quality hierarchy, which helps to promote the constant improvement in wine from the area.
Château La Croix Ferrandat,
St-Emilion 2009 6 £10.09 £60.54 13022
Château La Croix has plenty of primary black fruit flavours before leading in to a secondary encore of mocha and tobacco flavours.
Château LAMARTRE
The Château Lamartre vineyards have belonged to the Vialard-Patureau family for two generations and cover
an area of 11.58 hectares. Situated in Saint-Etienne de Lisse, at the bottom of the slopes, the estate benefits
from a good exposure to the south. The vineyard is made up of 83% Merlot and 17% Cabernet Franc, with
soil composed of sand, clay and limestone.
Château Lamartre, St-Emilion
Grand Cru 2008 12 £13.12 £157.44 98342
A big rich St-Emilion with ripe blackberry, damson and black cherry fruit. Sweet, juicy tannins, spicy cinnamon and cedar oak
and lively acidity complete the picture.
Château TOUR PIBRAN
Château Pibran is a rare beast in Paullac; it produces attractive and affordable wines which are a rare
alternative to the classed growth estates in Pauillac. Its vineyards border Mouton, Pontet-Canet and Grand
Puy-Lacoste but the domination of Merlot in most of its blends makes the wines more supple and earlier
to drink than many of its more austere Pauillac neighbours. Château Tour Pibran is the second wine of the
château and respresents great value for money.
ChÂteau Tour Pibran, Pauillac 2007 6 £17.60 £105.60 96214
Made by a quality château that borders some of the most famous and expensive names in the world of wine, and some of this
star quality has certainly rubbed off on this wine. Blackcurrants, plums with some cinnamon and spice on the finish; classy stuff.
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DOMAINE DE LA CHEZATTE
A family-run operation that produces traditional, classically-styled Sancerre. No matter how hard you hunt,
you’ll not find any new oak barrels or fancy winemaking techniques here. The wines speak clearly of the
grapes and region: pure, fresh and clean, with Sancerre’s characteristic racy acidity.
Sancerre Blanc 2009/10 6 £11.19 £67.14 98360
A powerfully perfumed wine with intense notes of asparagus, lemon and grapefruit and a finish that just keeps on going.
Burgundy
LOUIS CHEDeVILLE
Louis Chedeville is made by one of the oldest, and most prestigious negociants in Burgundy, Bouchard Aine
et Fils, who have an enviable portfolio of vineyards from which to source their grapes. Head winemaker
Laurent Mairet crafts modern wines, which are designed to be extremely approachable almost immediately,
rather than needing to stash them away for a decade or two before drinking. A 21st century Burgundy from
a company with 18th century roots.
Mâcon Villages 2009 6 £7.86 £47.16 88102
Mâcon is one of the few regions of Burgundy that can produce fantastic wines at reasonable prices.This beauty looks posh
and tastes posh and is dripping with crisp green apple flavours and a squeeze of lemon.
FRANCOISE CHAUVENET
For such a relatively small appellation, Chablis’s reputation is practically unrivalled in terms of great white
wines and it’s not hard to see why. The combination of crisp green fruit, citrus and that “mineral” quality
cannot be replicated anywhere in the world with such success. This “mineral” character is often referred to
in many of France’s classic white wines but it proves incredibly hard to articulate except to say that it is the
steely cold character which sits behind the fruit.
Chablis 2009 6 £9.82 £58.92 30152
A good quality Chablis from the boys at Bouchard. Golden Delicious, honey dew melon and a limey streak running through it.
Loire
Cuvée DES DUCS
Muscadet has suffered unfairly in recent years, the baby thrown out with the bathwater as the trendy
90s rejected everything that had gone before. Chereau-Carre, who produces Cuvée des Ducs, is one of
a number who are rebuilding the area’s reputation with a quality-driven approach that’s paying dividends.
The Chereau-Carre wines are classic Muscadets; dry and light with a fresh bite of lemon and just a hint of
richness from the sur lie ageing.
Muscadet Sevre et Maine,
Ducs de Bretagne Chereau Carre 2010 6 £6.33 £37.98 85208
A gem of a Muscadet with the characteristic green apple and citrus pair joined by grapefruit and lime. A real steal.
LES NUAGES
Such was the success of the Les Nuages Sauvignon Blanc we introduced last year that we have decided to
add the Pinot Noir and Rosé to the range as well. These wines showcase what the Loire can really do when
you look beyond Muscadet, Sancerre and Pouily Fumé. Their primary grapes are Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot
Noir which they’ve been growing for centuries, long before the rest of us cottoned on to what fantastic wines
they can produce. These wines are less fruit-driven than their southern hemisphere cousins and so allow
more layers of flavour to express themselves.
Touraine Sauvignon Blanc 2010 6 £6.87 £41.22 10266
This Touraine Sauvignon is a baby Sancerre originating close by in the Loire. Characteristic green fruit flavours are contrasted
with more mineral notes giving the wine a personality of its own.
Rosé 2010 6 £6.45 £38.70 70089
A vibrant, Pinot-charged Loire rosé with flavours of wild strawberries and red cherry and a crisp finish
Pinot Noir 2009 6 £6.45 £38.70 70088
A light but intense red with juicy redcurrant, cherry and spicy Pinot character on the nose with a fresh finish.
Eric Louis, les affaubertis
A family owned firm that places a distinct emphasis on tradition and quality, but with a welcome move
towards screw caps from the excellent 2005 vintage onwards the company is also looking forward and
embracing the twenty-first century. Given the fresh, crisp, aromatic style of the wines, bottling them under
the twisting top makes perfect sense. 'Les affaubertis' means strange. Indeed, in the past the winemakers of
Pouilly didn't train the vines the same way as the other Loire winemakers and hence earnt their nickname of
“Les affaubertis”!
Pouilly-Fumé 2010 6 £11.68 £70.08 92514
This is textbook Loire Sauvignon Blanc. Restrained and elegant, it has understated green apple and lime fruit with hints of flint
and smoke on the finish.
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ROCHE DE BELLENE
Sourced by the only self-proclaimed, Haute Couture négociant in Burgundy, Nicolas Potel pools all his
winemaking know-how and large black book of Burgundian vineyards to bring some fantastic domaine
wines to the market. Following on from his time as winemaker at the family estate in Volnay, the wonderful
Le Domaine de la Pousse d’Or, Nicolas Potel produced his own wine in 1996, before in 2000 creating Maison
Potel-Aviron within the Beaujolais region. By 2005, Nicolas had built up his own estate in Beaune with
15 hectares of vines farmed organically, Domaine de Bellene.
Volnay Vieilles Vignes 2008 6 £21.91 £131.46 97650
Volnay is famous for making light, elegant wines and this is an excellent example – aromatic and delicate with floral red cherry,
strawberry and raspberry fruit flavours.
Nuits-St-Georges Vieilles Vignes 2008 6 £23.81 £142.86 94659
Deep in colour, this is a characteristically chunky Nuits-St-Georges wine, with good depth of plummy fruit, damsons and
leathery undertones.
MOMMESSIN
Beaujolais is the Swiss Army knife of wines! It’s extremely flexible, able to cope with food, or not, served
at room temperature or chilled, and appealing to red and white drinkers alike. The Gamay grape dominates
the winemaking landscape in Beaujolais and the locals are extremely proud of their grape, which produces
approachable light red wines that are extremely distinctive with the trademark summer fruits and
bubblegum aromas. The headquarters of Mommessin is the beautiful Château de Pierreux, lying amidst
100 hectares of vines and one of the region’s true quality beacons.
Beaujolais, Petits Fruits Rouges 2010 6 £6.67 £40.02 94628
A lovely light strawberry-infused wine, with soft tannins and a surprisingly long length. Perfect for those who like their reds a
little lighter.
CAVE DE FLEURIE
Fleurie is one of Beaujolais' ten named villages and is famed for its fruit-charged and violet-infused wines.
The oldest co-operative in Beaujolais, Cave de Fleurie is responsible for making over a third of all AC Fleurie
wine on behalf of its 320 members. Despite its size, the Cave is totally quality-focused and represents very
good value.
Fleurie Millesime 2010 6 £9.35 £56.10 10232
Red summer fruits and floral aromas lead seductively in to a velvety light texture and a satisfying length with soft tannins and
strawberry flavours.
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DOMAINE DES MARRONNIERS
Bernard Legland owns fifteen hectares of vines near the old church in the pretty village of Prehy. Following a
regime of strict pruning and minimum intervention in the vineyard, and clean, modern winemaking in the
cellar, his wines have the weight, balance and poise that marks out good Chablis from the everyday.
Legend has it that his cellar door is always open – a story we find entirely believable as we never seem
to be able to get our hands on enough of his Premier Cru Montmains!
Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2009 6 £14.49 £86.94 94634
Benchmark Chablis from a small producer with big ambitions. Completely unoaked Chardonnay, it has just a hint of honeyed
richness tucked in behind the zesty, minerally lemon and apple fruit.
BOUCHARD AINE  FILS
The appellation of Saint-Véran takes its name from a small village south of Pouilly (though, rather strangely,
the spelling of the village is Saint-Vérand and the “d” is dropped from the appellation). As a wine-producing
entity, Staint-Véran came later than the Pouillys, whose prices had sky-rocketed. In short, Saint-Véran filled the
gap between simple Mâcon-Villages and the more expensive appellations. Interestingly, the vineyards named
Saint-Véran are split in two; half the appellation is south-west of Pouilly-Fuissé and half is to its north-east.
Saint-Véran 2008 6 £10.60 £63.60 96202
A fresh, fruity and forward white Burgundy packed with ripe peach, nectarine and lemon fruit flavours.
Another of Burgundy’s unsung heroes, this appellation, in the Mâconnais, south of the Côte de Beaune, is much
better value than its illustrious northern contemporaries. The area used to be known simply as “Pouilly”, but
when the AOC laws were introduced, it was split into three: Pouilly-Fuissé, Pouilly-Loché and Pouilly-Vinzelles.
Chardonnay rules here being the only permitted grape variety allowed.
Pouilly-Fuissé 2009 6 £12.70 £76.20 84799
A big, bold Chardonnay that despite its intensity has bags of style and panache.
DOMAINE LATOUR GIRAUD
Meursault is one of the jewels in the Côte de Beaune crown that produces 98% white from Chardonnay and
Pinot Blanc grapes. The Latour-Giraud family have been making wines since the French Revolution days and
have two hectares of vineyards of mixed soil types. Their philosophy is to produce wines that truly represent
the distinct environment of Meursault showing the amazing minerality that the soil imparts. A prince among
Burgundy producers.
Meursault, Cuvée Charles Maxime 2008 12 £22.60 £271.20 09772
Jean-Pierre Latour is one of the most underrated winemakers in Meursault. This is a posh, rich white Burgundy packed with
nectarine and citrus fruit that zings across the palate. If you care more about the juice than the label, this is for you.
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Parma Ham, basil,
olive oil, truffles,
parmigiano reggiano, garlic,courgettes, anchovies
Italy is probably the best
example of a country that
produces wine to match
its food. Many of their
wines, particularly reds,
have relatively high levels
of acidity to allow the
wines to cut through rich
Italian sauces. The bizarrely-titled Stockfish Fair is held at Melazzo near
Alessandria in the northern region of Piedmont. Five appointed
chefs cook huge quantities of dried fish with tomato sauce, olives,
anchovies, tuna, and garlic.The day’s events culminate in the
hotly-contested stockfish-hurling contest.
SAGRA DELLO Stoccafisso
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DID YOU KNOW?
The Primitivo grape variety, which is
indigenous to the warmer south of Italy,
is very closely related to the Zinfandel
grape in California and is believed
to have been transported across the
Atlantic during the 19th century as
people left to join the Gold Rush.
Gavi is perfect with pastaand pesto. It has a medium body,sherbet-lemon flavours withsome pear and green apple anda steely backbone
of acidity.
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TINI
The Tini wines were introduced to the ViVAS List last year and have proved to be incredibly popular.
They have distinct fruit character, are incredibly fresh and have an unusual balance and poise for wines
at this level. The trio heralds from the Emilia-Romagna region and are made in conjunction with the ViVAS
winemaking team who ensure that the wines remain at the top of their game.
Trebbiano/Chardonnay Rubicone 2010/11 6 £4.27 £25.62 91174
A fresh white with flavours of green apple, pear and a nutty finish.
Sangiovese Rosato Rubicone 2010 6 £4.27 £25.62 91179
A bright, vibrant Rosé with light red cherry aromas and wild strawberry flavours.
Sangiovese Rubicone 2010 6 £4.27 £25.62 91175
Full of cherry fruit with velvety tannins and a firm body.
VILLA DEI FIORI
The Villa dei Fiori wines have been put together by the ViVAS winemaking team to celebrate two of
Italy’s most appealing inhabitants: Fiano and Primitivo. These two indigenous grape varieties have
been rejuvenated in recent years with the arrival of wines with concentrated flavours, typicity and,
most importantly, freshness. We’re really proud of this pair, which are a real steal at the price.
Fiano, Puglia 2010 6 £5.50 £33.00 81767
Fiano is a member of Italy’s “bright young things” that are currently making a splash. Soft tropical fruit flavours are beautifully
balanced by lemon and almond flavours.
Primitivo, Puglia 2010 6 £5.23 £31.38 08935
Lovely concentrated black stone fruit flavours from another of Italy’s rising stars (aka Zinfandel in California).
CONTI ROSSI
Tenementi, producers of our exclusive Conti Neri wines, were producing fantastic Pinot Grigios with
complexity and flavour long before it became “the” fashionable grape variety. They’re not easily impressed
and are certainly not going to be changing their practices due to market trends! Which is great news for us
as their wines have remained far more concentrated and complex than most of the other Pinot Grigios that
you see on the market.
Pinot Grigio, Provincia di Verona 2010 6 £5.48 £32.88 70091
Proper, grown-up Pinot Grigio is hard to find, but we’ve struck gold here with a brilliant example of just how good it really can
be. Pears and apples go head-to-head and can only be separated by a squeeze of lemon.
Pinot Grigio Blush, provincia di verona 2010 6 £5.33 £31.98 70092
A lighter and drier style of rosé than the New World produces, but with enough red fruit to provide depth of flavour.
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RIVA LEONE
The Rive Leone wines celebrate modern Italian winemaking at its best. Gavi and Barbera have been around
for centuries but the advent and uptake of modern winemaking techniques is bringing them to the attention
of a whole new audience of wine drinkers. Plenty of fruit and freshness allow these wines to be drunk on
their own as well as complementing the fabulous Italian cuisine for which they were designed in tandem.
Gavi 2010/11 6 £6.52 £39.12 08936
One of the best Italian whites, Gavi is made with the lesser-known Cortese grape and produces a subtle elegant wine full of
peach and apricot and with a long lingering finish.
Barbera, Piemonte 2010 6 £5.90 £35.40 81782
The Barbera grape is Italy’s third most widely-planted grape variety and produces some of Northern Italy’s finest reds. It has
flavours of black and red berries as well as a touch of dried fruit, held together in a light body.
Barolo 2007 6 £12.62 £75.72 81787
A modern, rich and full-bodied Barolo made from 100% Nebbiolo. It has floral notes of roses and spice and real depth to
the palate.
CASTELLANI
Piergiorgio Castellani, third generation and owner of the Castellani Estate, wouldn’t look out of place on a
Milan catwalk, such is his stylish demeanor. But once the conversation starts you begin to appreciate what
a hugely passionate man lies beneath, with bags of drive and buckets of ambition. He has a clear vision;
to produce the best wines possible blending a sense of place and tradition with modern winemaking practises.
He has spent the last few years restoring the family estate, in the rolling hills of Tuscany, to its former glory,
and the results, like his wines, are spectacular.
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi
Classico 2009 6 £5.76 £34.56 08944
A modern Italian white with lemon, lime and a sprinkling of almond.
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2010 6 £4.84 £29.04 30285
Montepulciano is a cracking red grape from Italy’s Abruzzo region that packs a punch of spicy red and black fruit and just
loves Mediterranean food.
Chianti 2010 6 £5.88 £35.28 30291
Bright red cherry flavours are beautifully balanced by savoury undertones and a touch of sweet vanilla.
chianti riserva, villa di campobello 2007 6 £6.71 £40.26 06623
A concentrated and juicy Riserva with upfront black cherry and chocolate making way for some secondary savoury flavours.
TALENTI
The Talenti estate is located south of Montalcino, close to the small medieval village of San Angelo in Colle.
Ricardo Talenti has overseen plenty of improvements in both the vineyards and cellar since taking over
from grandfather Pierluigi. The Brunello comes from the pick of their older vineyards, planted in 1981, and
then follows a precise winemaking process. It then matures in large oak barrels (26 and 18 hl) with a small
percentage in 500-litre tonneaux for two years and then 12 months in bottle before being released.
Brunello di Montalcino 2004 6 £24.35 £146.10 06627
Brunello is perhaps Tuscany’s most famous wine – celebrated for its power, intensity and ability to age. A bold, dark, spicy
wine with deep black cherry fruit and chocolate with ripe tannins.
NICOLIS
With 39 hectares of vineyards, including 15 hectares of the oldest and most prestigious land in the region,
the Nicolis family is well placed to produce excellent wines. A few days before the grapes are mature enough
to make the wine, experts go through the vineyards and select the best, well separated bunches of grapes.
These grapes are then placed in wooden drawers (or, alternatively, on bamboo mats) and transferred to
special areas that are dry and well aerated. The grapes are then naturally dried out to raisins and thus
an amazingly high concentration of sugars, glycerol, and other aromas are obtained after extraction.
The raisined grapes are then pressed in January to produce this unusual and distinctive wine.
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2005 6 £28.99 £173.94 09769
Amarone is one of Italy’s most unusual wines. Produced from grapes that have been dried in the sun until they are almost
raisins, producing a concentrated spicy wine packed with intense bittersweet cherry fruit flavours.
CERETTO
The Ceretto family is as Italian as Ferrari, Parmesan and Serie A. This is a true family operation, where the
offspring of founding brothers Bruno and Marcello now run the show with both exquisite style and plenty of
humour. With the family owning plots in some of the region’s best vineyards, Ceretto is in the very top tier of
Piedmont winemaking.
Barolo Zonchera 2007 6 £23.36 £140.16 79068
Ceretto are one of the best Barolo producers. The wine is quite light in colour but packs a punch on the palate with flavours of
red berries, roses and smoke. A bit of beast that can be tamed with some hearty Italian cuisine.
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piementon (paprika),
oranges, cod
did you know?
The solera system is a process used to
produce sherry in the Andalucia region,
using a system of ‘fractional blending’:
a fraction of each year’s wine is added to
the top of the solera, creating a knock-on
blending that results in a consistent style
and an average age that is determined
by the fractions and the number of years
(or layers) that are blended.
La Tomatina is a festival held in the Valencian town of Buñol, in
which the idea is to hurl as many tomatoes at the opposing
team as possible. It’s held on the last Wednesday in August, during
the week of festivities of Buñol.At around 10am festivities begin
with the first event of the Tomatina, the “palo jabón”, similar to the
“greasy pole”.The goal is to climb a greased pole with a ham on
top.As this happens, the revellers work themselves into a frenzy
of singing and dancing whilst being showered in water from
hoses. Once someone is able to drop the ham off the top of the
pole, the fight is on.
la tomatina Festival
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Rey Viejo is our latest development from Spain and we think it’s so regal that we named it the ‘Old King’!
The winemakers combine both the tradition of Spanish winemaking with all the developments of the last 20
years to create fruity, fresh, modern wines. These wines come from the La Mancha region, right in the heart
of the country and express the real spirit of Spain at a price you just can’t refuse.
Tinto NV 12 £4.03 £48.36 09728
Fruity, juicy red berries and plums with a soft rounded finish.
Blanco NV 12 £4.03 £48.36 09733
A fresh white with apple and peach flavours and a zingy finish
EL MURO
Well-priced wines from Spain used to be given an advisedly wide berth. But that was then and this is now.
The new generation of winemakers have embraced modern winemaking techniques wholeheartedly and,
blessed with a fantastic winegrowing climate, plenty of old vines and stable pricing, it's quickly becoming
Europe’s most reliable producer. These wines are made in the warm La Mancha region, South of Madrid,
and are bursting with fresh summer fruits.
Macabeo, DO CariÑena 2009/10 6 £4.24 £25.44 30302
Full-flavoured with peach and apricot backed up by zippy acidity.
Garnacha Rosado, DO CariÑena 2009/10 6 £4.24 £25.44 30484
Groaning with strawberry and raspberry flavours and finishing with plenty of crispness.
Tempranillo/Garnacha, DO CariÑena 2009/10 6 £4.24 £25.44 30303
A soft, fruity, easy-going red with bags of strawberry and raspberry fruit and just a twist of pepper on the finish.
Churros – these are a
popular speciality often
sold on street corners,
resembling stretched
doughnuts. The dough
is pushed through a
star shaped cutter and
dropped straight in to hot
oil to be deep-fried and
covered in sugar.
FoodieFACTS
Albariño and shellfish isa brilliant match.The soft,light and salty flavours ofoysters or scallops comealive with the citrus
stashed Albariño.
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Criadores de Rioja, the makers of Senorio de Labarta and the Clavijo wine, established the winery in 2000.
Situated in the heart of Rioja, in a small town called Alberite in the southern hills. The mission at Criadores
de Rioja is to make wines that are true to Rioja’s traditions, but also accessible to wine drinkers.
The emphasis is on quality and this begins in the vineyards. Criadores de Rioja is heavily involved in
supporting local grape growers; these small vineyards have often been in the same family for many
generations and it is only this long-term relationship with the winery that ensures that these small holdings
can continue to work the land and afford to invest in the health and quality of their vines. This long-standing
support of the growers also means that the winery has access to the highest quality grapes, and means that
they can work in partnership with the growers to recommend new viticultural changes and improvements
in order to achieve the highest standards for their wines.
Monte Clavijo, Rioja Blanco 2009/10 6 £5.62 £33.72 10063
Crisp apple, pear and citrus fruit.
Monte Clavijo, Rioja Garnacha
Rosado 2009/10 6 £5.62 £33.72 70093
Pale pink colour with aromas of strawberry, jasmine and roses. The palate has plenty of crisp, just-squeezed citrus alongside
the jucier cherry and strawberry fruit.
SeÑorio de Labarta, Rioja
Tempranillo CVC NV 6 £5.60 £33.60 30305
Rioja n’ roll! This rockstar has plenty of black fruit, a great body and a well balanced finish.
SeÑorio de Labarta, Rioja
Crianza 2007 6 £6.44 £38.64 30307
Choc full of black cherries and plums, puntuated with delicate vanilla and black pepper spice.
Castillo de Clavijo, Rioja Reserva 2004 6 £8.89 £53.34 93849
Elegant and intense aromas of mellow fruit and spicy oak. Smooth, rounded and well-balanced, the palate has more savoury
berry fruit and peppery spicy with hints of vanilla.
BODEGAS CASTRO MARTIN
The delightful Angela Martin and her husband Andrew McCarthy, two ex-pat Brits, run the Castro Martin
estate, in Rias Baixas, on Spain’s Galician coast. A ‘one grape winery’, this bodega is all about Albariño
and Castro Martin has led the way in the grape’s recent revival. Angela was one of the first winemakers
to recognise the benefits of cool, temperature-controlled fermentations to protect the Albariño’s delicate,
aromatic fruit and the results speak for themselves. Stunning.
A2O Albariño, Rias-Baixas 2008 6 £10.22 £61.32 08937
This is the ultimate seafood wine – the locals in Spain wouldn’t dream of partnering the catch of the day with anything else.
Cool, zesty lemon flavours with just a hint of juicy peach.
There is no doubt that
your wine list provides
the ideal ‘shop window’
to your customers.
An imaginative, well laid out list will
encourage customers to be more
adventurous with their choice of
wine and can result in them trading
up to better wines that deliver more
enjoyment for them and greater cash
margin for you!
Regardless of your style of outlet ViVAS
offers a state of the art, contemporary
wine list design service that will help
you maximise the potential of your most
important selling tool – your list.
Each ViVAS wine development manager
has the skills, knowledge and tools
to offer you advice on the style and
content of list that would be best
suited to your outlet and your customer
tastes. Our wine descriptions vary from
contemporary to traditional to ensure
that the important ‘tone of voice’ of the
description is relevant.We also offer
tent cards and posters that enable you
to promote your existing range of wines
or stimulate interest with ‘Wine of the
Month’ activity.
Wine List
DesignService
What next?Please contact your localWine Development Manager todiscuss your needs.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Germany is a relatively small producer
next to the other European heavyweights
of Spain, Italy and France producing about
a tenth of the volume. Of this production
over 70% is white wines.
Austria is virtually a one grape growing
nation with Grüner Veltliner accounting for
a over a third of all the vineyards planted.
Hungary has had a long history of wine
production but during the communist era
the emphasis was on volume production
rather than quality. Since 1989 they
have been rebuilding their industry and
establishing their credentials once again.
Asparagus, especially white
asparagus known in English
as spargel (the German
name for asparagus), is a
big deal to the Germans
and Austrians. Restaurants
will sometimes devote an
entire menu to nothing
but white asparagus when
it is in season. Spargel
traditionally begins in mid-
May and ends on St.
John's Day (24th June).
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The Peter Mertes Winery, a family-owned and run business rich in tradition, is located in Bernkastel-Kues,
Germany, on the Mosel River. They use a blend of the regional star grapes, namely Riesling, Elbling and
Silvaner, which are perfectly adapted to the cooler climate and harsh conditions of the steep slopes along
the Mosel river. These wines were among the first to be embraced by the British palate and have remained
extremely popular for fans of off-dry style wines.
Liebfraumilch QbA 2010 6 £4.75 £28.50 30247
Aromatic, medium-sweet and full of peach and pear fruit.
Piesporter Michelsberg QbA 2010 6 £4.98 £29.88 30251
Juicy, off-dry white that blends sweet apple, grapefruit, pear and lemon flavours to great effect.
Riesling Pfalz QBA 2010 6 £5.82 £34.92 30238
A juicy, off-dry Riesling with a whole fruit salad of flavours: apple, lemon, peach, lime and pear to name but a few.
LAURENZ V
Laurenz V is a joint venture between a small group of forward-thinking Austrians and one of Germany’s most
important winemaking figures, Lens Moser. They all realised that there was a great opportunity to spread
the Grüner gospel around the world and so they set about producing a wine to do their beloved grape justice.
And so the Friendly Grüner-Veltliner was born which is taking the wine world by storm with its aromatic
tendencies with a little extra weight. This is very much at the vanguard of the aromatic revolution and is
a great alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling.
friendly GrÜner-Veltliner 2009 6 £9.59 £57.53 70095
This Grüner-Veltliner is hot stuff. Austria's aromatic wonder grape, this is a unique combination of Sauvignon-like freshness
complemented by Chardonnay-style intensity of fruit. This wine is tipped for greatness.
ARAZZO
As the Pinot Grigio revolution sweeps the winemaking world, a number of more unusual sources are starting
to appear and Hungary is just such a place. More famous for their unctious Tokay dessert wines, goulash, or
their 1950s footie team, they're now rapidly establishing a reputation for producing some tasty varietal wines.
Produced in the undulating hills close to the Danube, at a gleaming winery with all the modern trimmings,
this little beauty is fresh, fruity and looks great.
Arazzo Pinot Grigio 2010 6 £4.91 £29.46 30482
Crisp minerality, fresh citrus fruit, pear and a touch of spice.
GERMANY
FoodieFACTS
Grüner Veltliner is a versatilematch for a number of foods,particularly seafood, white fish andeven Asian food. It is quite rarein that it can cope well throughouta meal turning its hand to a widevariety of dishes.
AUSTRiA
HUNGARYand
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An introduction to the
Bacchus Grape
Bacchus was the Roman
God of Wine and is also
the name of a grape
variety. It is of Riesling
parentage and well-suited
to the English soil and
climate. Bacchus is one
of the earlier-ripening
varieties. It’s usually
harvested in the first or
second week in October to
help retain its intense and
distinctive flavours.
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PRIMROSE HILL
The Primrose Hill wines are produced by Chapel Down winery, which is one of the leading lights in English
winemaking and rapidly establishing an international reputation with a bagful of national and international
winemaking awards. They're proud to be the first ever English producer to win a gold medal for sparkling
wine at the prestigious International Wine Challenge, and their still wines are raising the bar with every
vintage. Chapel Down boasts a state-of-the-art winery and produces all wines on the estate in the
picturesque Kent countryside.
BACCHUS 2010 6 £9.80 £58.80 70096
A classic Bacchus with elderflower, nettles, passion fruit and grapefruit characters. Whole bunch pressing gives a delicate
palate with juicy fruit and refreshing acidity.
ROSÉ 2010 6 £9.15 £54.90 70097
A nose full of strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant and rhubarb. An inviting palate with strawberries and cream, ripe red summer
fruit, gently off-dry and balanced acidity.
PRESTIGE BRUT NV 6 £17.79 £106.90 70098
A classy sparkler with white flowers and citrus on the nose, moving on to gorgeous green apple and a biscuity finish.
Shopping list
Asparagus, Strawberries,
Apples, Pork,
Cheddar, Stilton
DID YOU KNOW?
The grape varieties that are grown
in England to produce still wines
tend to be ones that are selected and
adapted for cooler climates, which
is why many of them are either
German varieties or crossed with
German grapes. However, in recent
years, many more Champagne
grapes have been planted
(Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot
Meunier), as the climate warms and
the winemaking techniques improve.
This annual competition on Coopers Hill, Gloucestershire, has
been going on for hundreds of years (apparently) where grown
men and women throw themselves unceremoniously down a
ludicrously steep hill in hot pursuit of a truckle of Gloucester
cheese. So dangerous is the event that it was actually banned last
year and this year it's as yet unconfirmed but it's a great British
tradition which would be a sad loss to the sporting/foodie calendar!
CHEESE ROLLING
FoodieFACTSBacchus is a great match forfish and chips. It has plenty ofaromatic green fruit and zestycitrus to complement the whitefish and the zippy acidity cutsthrough the batter leaving thepalate feeling refreshed.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Australia has some of the
oldest vines in the world.
Many of Europe’s established
vineyards were destroyed
by disease (phylloxera)
in the 1800s. The only
survivors were the vines
brought to Australia.
Shopping list
kangaroo, emu,
southern blue fin tuna,
lobsters, prawns,
barramundi, yellowtail,
kingfish, Moreton Bay
bugs, yabbies
Known as the ‘Melon Capital’ of Australia, Chinchilla producesa quarter of Australia’s melons and celebrates the fact bienniallyin February. Key events not to be missed include; melon skiing,melon iron man, melon bungee, melon bulls eye, pip spitting andmelon tossing. Only in Australia!
Chinchilla Melon Festival
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THE GUMNUT
Another popular new addittion to the ViVAS portfolio and another exclusive range! The Gumnut wines are
produced from premium South-East Australian fruit chosen by the ViVAS winemaking team. Our challenge to
the team was to create wines that represented the very best that the wine mecca and grape variety had to
offer at the best possible price. We’ve decided to strengthen the line-up this year with a brilliant Rosé and a
top notch Pinot Grigio.
Chardonnay 2010 6 £5.09 £30.54 88826
Chardonnay 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.48 £35.52 92557
Benchmark Aussie Chardonnay – sunshine in a glass. Ripe tropical fruit flavours punctuated with a touch of refreshing citrus.
Pinot Grigio 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.64 £39.36 70102
More tropically fruit-charged than your average Italian PG but still retaining that distinctive crisp finish.
Cabernet Merlot Rosé 2010 6 £5.41 £32.46 91496
A full throttle rosé, the perfect option for those that like their wines with a bit more attitude. A red fruit melange topped off with
a sprinkling of vanilla.
Shiraz 2010 6 £5.20 £31.20 91137
Shiraz 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.51 £36.24 92556
Bursting with bags of blackcurrant and cherry flavours and a touch of savoury black pepper on the side.
THOMAS MITCHELL
The vineyards that produce the Thomas Mitchell wines are a relatively recent addition to the area having only
been planted in the early 1970s after Australian wine industry legend, Colin Preece, identified an old patch of
grazing land in Victoria, known as Blackwood Park, as having great winemaking potential. And Colin doesn’t
often get these things wrong! 40 years on and the vines are now producing wines with great varietal character
under the expert guidance of young winemaker Ben Haines.
Chardonnay 2009 6 £6.56 £39.36 30339
Tropical fruit and easy on the oak. This is what modern Aussie chardonnay is all about.
Cabernet Shiraz 2009 6 £6.56 £39.36 30338
The intense Cabernet structure provides the perfect canvas for the velvety Shiraz flavours of blackberries and a touch of
menthol to create a picture perfect blend.
Shiraz 2009 6 £6.60 £39.60 30340
Packing an impressive punch, this is a classic left-right combination of big black fruit and rich spicy flavours.
AUSTRALIA
FoodieFACTS
Nearly a third of all wineriesin Australia have restaurantsattached to them. Food andwine is an intrinsic part oflife to the Aussie and simplycannot be separated.
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D’ARENBERG
D’Arenberg have a fair bit of history behind them having been established in 1912, so you might expect a
fairly traditional and staid set-up. But nothing could be further from the truth with Chester d’Arenberg Osborn
at the helm. This fourth generation winemaker is a true eccentric with wine running through his veins and has
established the winery as one of the McLaren Vale's finest. He has followed a policy of being as faithful to the
old wine-producing traditions as possible, with phenomenal success. The Stump Jump pair are named after
Australia’s first vineyard plough whilst the Footbolt Shiraz takes its name from Chester’s great-grandfather's
racehorse whose winnings allowed him to buy his first vineyard!
Riesling/Sauvignon Blanc/Marsanne 2009/10 6 £7.43 £44.58 81768
An amazing variety of flavours assault your palate. Citrus, melon and a slice of apricot rush out of the glass before collapsing in
a satisfying heap on your tongue.
Grenache/Shiraz/MourvÈdre 2009 6 £7.43 £44.58 81771
The combination of the three powerful grapes produces a full, rich, dark-fruited mouthful with a smooth oaky edge that has
made it a real favourite everywhere it goes.
Footbolt Shiraz 2009 6 £10.21 £61.26 96797
The nose is very floral with violets, lavender and rose water, with the more varietal purple fruits and a touch of cedar. The
palate opens with raspberry, blueberry and plum following up with mocha and a slightly savoury character.
TATACHILLA
Tatachilla has been an integral part of the McLaren Vale since vines were first planted there over 100
years ago. Today the bright patchwork of olive groves, avocado orchards and rows of vines bordered by
the coast impart a Mediterranean flavour to this evolving region. Tatachilla wines evoke classic McLaren
Vale characteristics blended with contemporary Mediterranean cues. They reflect the true character of the
grapes, balancing respect for the vineyard with a light touch in the winery.
Growers Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc 2009 6 £6.95 £41.70 30341
All the zing of a grapefruit. lemon and passionfruit party. Vibrant and refreshing.
Partners Cabernet/Shiraz 2009 6 £6.95 £41.70 30355
Really delicate aromas sit atop the brooding dark fruit of this McLaren Vale powerhouse.
MADFISH
The Madfish story begins in the far southern reaches of Western Australia where, 15 kilometres from the
quiet coastal town of Denmark, lies the picturesque Madfish Bay. According to local folklore, the bay’s
tranquility is broken when two tides meet. The fish, confused by this natural phenomenon, can be seen
leaping in the air as if in a state of complete madness! These contemporary-styled wines are made from
cool climate fruit and are known for their pure, fresh and clean characteristics in which the flavour of the
fruit is the primary character.
Unwooded Chardonnay 2009/10 6 £8.42 £50.52 08929
A Chardonnay for people who think they don’t like Chardonnay; no oak, just lashings of sunny Aussie melon, pear and
lemon fruit.
Pinot Noir 2009 6 £8.42 £50.52 08934
Ripe cherry and strawberry just tumble out of the glass, hotly pursued by a touch of leather and spice. A great value Pinot.
PETALUMA
Petaluma is one of Australia’s most important producers, famous for seeking out the finest vineyard sites in
South Australia rather than taking a one-site-fits-all approach to its grapes. Their Riesling, one of Australia’s
very best, comes from the Hanlin Hill vineyard in the Clare Valley, a region famous for its cool climate and
unique soil. Andrew ‘Ox’ Hardy, a member of the original Hardy wine family and a walking encyclopaedia of
South Australian wine, is now the man at the helm, ensuring these vineyards have a very exciting future.
Hanlin Hill Riesling 2008 6 £11.86 £71.16 71111
Passion fruit, pear and apple aromas and flavours are backed up by lovely intense lemon-lime with a mineral dry finish.
KATNOOK ESTATE
Katnook Estate is one of the heroes of Coonawarra – a small, cool climate area in South Australia famed for
its exceptional Cabernet and Merlot wines. The name Katnook is taken from a local Aboriginal word meaning
‘fat land’ and vines have been planted on the site since the 19th century. It took until 1980, however, and
the arrival of Wayne Stephens for the wines to be launched under the Katnook label. 27 vintages on, Wayne
is still in charge and has built the winery up into one of Australia’s most respected, twice winning the
prestigious Jimmy Watson trophy for best Aussie red wine.
Founders Block
Coonawarra Cabernet 2009 6 £10.76 £64.56 71116
Savoury dark berries, hints of mulberries and spicy plum fruit combine with sweet vanilla and bright, fresh acidity on
the finish.
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Shoulder of lamb with PinotNoir, is there a better match?Succulent lamb, slow cookedon the bone and infused withrosemary is just made for juicy,strawberry-stacked Pinot.
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ZEALAND
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lamb, oysters, scallops,
kumara (sweet potato), kiwi
DID YOU KNOW?
Marlborough has nearly 60% of
all the vineyards in New Zealand
with the much feted Otago, famed
for its Pinot Noir, having only 5%
of all vineyards.
This festival takes place on the shores of the Hokianga Harbour.
Local wild foods tinged with hot chilli flavours gives visitors the
chance to taste the wildness of the west coast and sample some
of the best chillies in the country, all washed down with a couple
of glasses of Riesling!
Monteith's Wild  Fiery
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Spy Valley Wines are produced on the sunny southern side of Marlborough’s Wairau Valley. Bryan and Jan
Johnson, producers of the Spy Wines, established the first of their 380 acres of estate vineyards in 1993,
and they have now become one of Marlborough’s finest cool climate producers. From the 2000 vintage the
wine was produced and sold under the Spy Valley label and a few years later the Spy Mountain range was
launched. They take their name from the presence of a satellite communications monitoring station (spy
base!) nearby.
Spy Mountain Marlborough
Sauvignon Blanc 2010 6 £7.18 £43.08 30376
Classic NZ Sauvignon characters of gooseberry and asparagus, with ripe melon delicately balanced making it deliciously
quaffable. A class act.
Spy Valley Marlborough Riesling 2009 6 £9.39 £56.34 71131
The nose is typically intense, jam-packed full of fresh lime, green apple and floral aromas. The palate has racy acidity and
finishes with a medium-dry style.
WITHER HILLS
Wither Hills was founded in the 1990s, and quickly built up a fantastic reputation, based on its production of
Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. The estate has grown in size and stature and is now regarded as one of the
finest Marlborough estates. Chief Winemaker Ben Glover oversees a top team of dedicated wine fanatics.
Sauvignon Blanc 2010 6 £9.02 £54.34 30365
Multi award-winning NZ Sauvignon with intense gooseberry and lime notes underpinned by tropical melon, guava and passion fruit.
Marlborough Pinot Noir 2009/10 6 £12.01 £72.08 30374
Hugely elegant and powerful Pinot from these Marlborough magicians. Strawberry, raspberry and chocolate flavours all
seamlessly bound together with a smoky oak finish.
Pavlova is named after
the Russian ballet dancer
Ánna Pávlova. The dessert
is believed to have been
created in honour of the
dancer either during or
after one of her tours to
Australia and New Zealand
in the 1920s.
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Peri Peri, ostrich, kudu,
bananas, beef
did you know?
Pinotage is South Africa’s signature
variety, although it only represents 6%
of all vines planted. It was bred there
in 1925 as a cross between Pinot Noir
and Cinsault (Cinsault was known as
Hermitage in South Africa during that
time, hence the name of Pinotage).
South African food
influences are some of
the most varied of all
having been originally
settled by a number of
indigenous people before
being unceremoniously
kicked around like
a football by the
colonial powers of the
18th and 19th century.
So pigeon-holing is not
an easy thing
A Biltong fanatic's dream come true! Every imaginable type of
biltong can be found here, amongst great entertainment and
a variety of stalls; what more could you ask for?
Biltong Festival
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JACKALBERRY
Jackalberry is one of our best-selling ranges and is exclusive to ViVAS. This year we’ve decided to freshen
up the range by blending South Africa’s favourite grape varieties of Chenin and Pinotage with international
grape varieties to make the wines more approachable and give them a wider appeal.
Chenin Blanc/Colombard 2010/11 6 £4.78 £28.68 30308
An aromatic and zesty combination with flavours of melon, apricot and lime.
Chenin Blanc/Sauvignon Blanc 2010/11 6 £5.06 £30.36 30313
Green peppers and gooseberry mingle with apple and apricot of the Chenin Blanc to form an attractive partnership.
Pinotage Rosé 2010/11 6 £5.15 £30.90 13866
Bright pink in colour with an intriguing combination of ripe summer fruits and savoury flavours giving another dimension.
Cinsault/Cabernet/Merlot 2010/11 6 £4.90 £29.41 30312
A trio of grapes collide to create a red with a myriad of fruit flavours including blackcurrant, plum and cherry.
Pinotage/Shiraz 2010/11 6 £5.06 £30.36 30319
The damson-charged Pinotage is skillfully blended with the blackcurrant-rich Shiraz, topped off with a sprinkle of white pepper.
SAAM MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS
SAAM Mountain Vineyards unites a group 40 South African growers who farm vineyards that span the
premium growing areas from Paarl to the Durbanville Hills. Concentrating on the quality of fruit and intensity
of flavour is at their heart. The team, whose inspiration and dedication is unrelenting, aims to show exactly
what South Africa can produce by creating clean, pure fruit-flavoured wines of real varietal character.
Paarl Chenin Blanc 2010/11 6 £5.98 £35.88 30325
“Flinty, passion fruit, so fruity!” Jancis Robinson, FT Weekend.
Paarl Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 6 £5.98 £35.88 30326
A blackberry and plum-charged nose. The intensity of the fruit is carried on to the palate where it fills the mouth with juicy
tannins and ripe, dark, fruit and hints of vanilla.
Paarl Pinotage 2010 6 £5.98 £35.88 30327
Like a Springbok rugby player with a heart, this is all muscle and brawn on the outside but has a soft, juicy centre underneath.
GRAHAM BECK
Graham Beck is a giant of the South African wine scene and has led the country’s thundering success since
the end of apartheid in 1994 – a year that saw Nelson Mandela toast his inauguration as president with a
flute of Beck’s Brut NV. Pieter Fereira retains overall control of the winemaking, producing, amongst others,
this stunning sweet wine.
Rhona Muscadel 50cl 2008/09 6 £6.85 £41.10 09506
A beautifully-perfumed dessert wine with rich flavours of orange rind, prunes and raisins.
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FoodieFACTS
Boerewors – German settlerscreated this “farmer’s sausage” inthe 1800s. Served up with a good dollopof “pap en sous” (African corn polentaaccompanied by an herby tomatosauce), boerewors are nowubiquitous at backyard braais(AKA barbeques).SOUTH
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squid, sole, albacore,abalone, codfish, hake,maize, olives, quinoa, beef
DID YOU KNOW?
Nearly every winery, at least in Rio
Grande do Sul (where 90% of all Brazilian
wines are produced), was founded by
Italian immigrants, almost all of whom
arrived in Brazil between 1875 and 1900. 
And, in fact, virtually all of these families
came from just two regions of Northern
Italy, the Veneto and Trentino.
No other wine producing
country has such a range
of altitude as Argentina.
This brings a whole new
dimension to its wine,
and nowhere more-so
than in Mendoza where
winemakers are climbing
ever-higher into the
foothills of the Andes
to enhance the aroma
and purity of fruit in
their wine.
This is a serious business for the Chileans and a lot of love,
care and attention is lavished upon the humble grill. But unlike
the Brits who will rush down to the shops to grab a pack of
sausages and a family pack of burgers or wings, they tend to stray
off the beaten track.They relish the parts that others would baulk
at, with intestines and hearts being particular favourites.
Spit-roasting an entire lamb is also a popular pastime!
CHILEAN Asado(BBQ)
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CAMBIO 7
Our Cambio 7 range was launched last year and it has quickly become one of our best-selling ranges and
as far as “bang for your buck” goes, it's not hard to see why. The wines are named after the seven distinct
climate zones across Chile which provide a range of environments that suit different sorts of grapes and
wine styles. The winemakers behind Cambio 7 use all their experience and wine know-how to pick out the
perfect vineyards for the production of their range of single varietal wines.
Sauvignon Blanc 2010/11 6 £4.95 £29.70 96176
Tantalising tropical fruit aromas overlay a solid base of citrus and herbaceous characters. Young, fruity and refreshing with well
balanced acidity.
Chardonnay 2010/11 6 £4.95 £29.70 96178
Fabulous fruit flavours of pineapple and apricot are supported with skilful use of oak to give the palate a litttle more weight
than you might expect at this price. A great mouthful.
Rosé 2010/11 6 £4.95 £29.70 70101
A vibrant deep pink colour, a nose full of summer fruit and strawberries, red cherries and cream to finish.
Merlot 2010/11 6 £4.95 £29.70 96180
Spices, plums and black cherries in a bottle, lovely stuff.
Cabernet Sauvignon 2010/11 6 £4.95 £29.70 96179
Distinctive black and red currant flavours beautifully bundled together.
VALDIVIESO
Valdivieso is one of Chile’s oldest and best loved wine producers. They are based in Lontue Valley where they
have a state-of-the-art winery with all the trimmings to turn all that fabulous fruit in to their distinctive wines.
Unusually for Chile they have a Kiwi winemaker at the helm, steering them on a course of relentless
improvement and it seems to work, judging by the huge number of medals they have picked up in recent years.
The Carmenère is a new addition to the list with its intense cassis flavours, well worth a try.
Sauvignon Blanc 2010/11 6 £5.81 £34.86 30435
Chilean Sauvignon is at the top of its game at the moment, taking the fight to France and New Zealand. This great example is
a lean, mean drinking machine with passion fruit, gooseberry and lime leading the way.
Merlot 2010/11 6 £5.81 £34.86 30437
Chile made its name making fantastic value for money Merlot and they don’t come much better than this. Characteristic black
fruit flavours are held together by supple tannins and amazing concentration.
Cabernet Sauvignon 2010/11 6 £5.81 £34.86 81765
This wine is a faithfull descendant of the original character of Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon, full-bodied and bursting with rich,
ripe fruit and soft sweet tannins.
CarmenÈre 2011 6 £5.81 £34.86 70100
Black and red currant combo with some dark chocolate and spicy notes. A gutsy number with a velvety finish.
Carmenere is Chile’s unique grape
variety which was originally brought
over from the Medoc before it died out.
It was not until the early nineties that
winemakers in Chile discovered that
what they had thought were Merlot
vines were in fact Carmenere.
FoodieFACTS
Choripán – the ultimateArgentinian street snack – iscunningly named from the wordschorizo (a sausage) and pan,meaning bread.The choripán is ahot, grilled, heavily condimentedsausage in a bun!
AMERICA
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BRAZIL
ALISIOS
We welcomed our Brazilian duo to the fold last year and their Samba spirit has been well received. The
wines are produced by the Miolo Wine Company, who are the largest producer of quality Brazilian wines.
They are based in the Campanha region identified as potentially one of the finest wine-producing regions
by the University of California Davis – the world’s authority on all things environmental. Their unusual blends
tell a tale of the varied history and influences that the Brazilian wine industry have had from the Portuguese,
to the Spanish and finally the Italians.
Pinot Grigio/Riesling 2009/10 6 £6.81 £40.86 81758
An unusual pair of bedfellows but a relationship that should really be encouraged. The Pinot Grigio brings apples and almonds
whilst the Riesling bring richness and balance.
Tempranillo/Touriga 2009/10 6 £6.81 £40.86 81763
Evidently there’s more to Brazil than soccer and the samba. This star turn has the plum and spice-rich Tempranillo combined
with Touriga which packs plenty of blackcurrant and ripe tannins.
ARGENTINA
VINEDOS DE LA POSADA
Fairtrade wines will leave you feeling warm inside but sometimes for the wrong reason! This pair are the
best Fairtrade wines we’ve ever tasted with good deeds backed up by a high quality product. La Riojana
Winery, located in the picturesque and remote valley of Famatina, was the first winery in Argentina to be
certified Fairtrade. It operates as a co-operative with some 510 members, ranging from the small to large
scale farmers. Because La Riojana is a Fairtrade co-operative, workers are guaranteed a fair price for their
grapes, and receive technical assistance and advice from the Agricultural Department. Some of the highest
vineyards in the world can be found here, at 1600m above sea level. This height means that they have
a relatively cool growing climate which allows the grapes to mature at a slower rate which adds to
the complexity of the wine.
Torrontes, FairTrade 2010/11 6 £7.04 £42.24 97641
Torrontes is Argentina’s best kept secret. Soft, easy-drinking white famous for its flowery aroma. Add in the fact that this is
Fairtrade and you’ve hit the jackpot!
Merlot, FairTrade 2010/11 6 £7.04 £42.24 97639
This Merlot is surprisingly full-bodied and has an intense aroma of plum and cherry, as well as hints of hazelnut. Great balance
and elegance.
ARGENTO
Argentina has lived in the shadow of Chile’s wine-producing shadows for many years but now with the help of
producers like Argento, the secret is out there and these guys have really led the charge. The Argento vineyards
are situated at high altitude above the wine-producing mecca of Mendoza and the magic begins there.
The experienced winemaking team nurture the grapes with the aim of creating wines with complexity
and concentration that really embody what is unique about the country.
Pinot Grigio 2010/11 6 £5.82 £34.92 30419
Probably the best Pinot Grigio in the New World! Crystal clear pear and apple fruit with a squueze of citrus on the finish.
Chardonnay 2010/11 6 £5.87 £35.20 30427
Just proving what a well seasoned traveller the Chardonnay grape is, this lightly-oaked and fruit-filled Argentine Chardonnay is
so beautifully balanced, it puts tightrope-walkers to shame.
Chardonnay/Viognier 2010/11 6 £5.82 £34.92 13105
Concentrated flavours of apple, peach, and pineapple are brought to a close with a refreshing finish.
Rosé 2010/11 6 £5.82 £34.92 30421
Malbec is usually used to produce big, full-bodied reds but there’s a lighter side to its personality too, as shown by this rosé.
Ripe red berry fruit with a crisp finish.
Malbec 2010/11 6 £5.98 £35.88 30429
A rip-roaring Malbec from the best in the business. Chock full of blackberries, chocolate and sweet Christmassy spices.
Malbec/Tempranillo 2010/11 6 £5.82 £34.92 13098
Enticing aromas of red cherries and fresh violets accompany flavours of ripe plum and chocolate with subtle smoky notes.
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did you know?
Pink Zinfandel, as a style of wine, was
“invented” in 1975 when a winemaker
had a problem with the wine yeasts
that he was using and the fermentation
became stuck, resulting in a sweeter
style of wine.They didn’t think the style
would catch on but little did they know
that it would account for almost 10%
of all wine sold in the UK last year!
California is a melting
pot of cultures, probably
more so than anywhere
else in America, which
means that they enjoy
a myriad of cuisines.
This led to the creation
of fusion cooking, which
mixes amazing fresh
ingredients with oriental
style cooking styles to
create favourites like
California Roll Sushi.
Teams of chowder chefs come from all over the West Coast to
compete for the prestigious award of “Best Clam Chowder”.
Whipping up their favourite recipe for red or white chowder all
washed down with plenty of cool climate Chardonnay and
Sauvignon Blanc.
clam chowder Cook-off
CALiFORNiA
Shopping list
avocados, asparagus,
artichokes, garlic,
oysters, crab, sea bass.
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FURIOUS BOAR
Our Furious Boar range is produced at the world famous Delicato vineyards in northern California. Named
after one of California’s more unusual inhabitants, the hills and vineyards are literally teeming with these
greedy hogs who like nothing more than chowing down on a decent vine or two. Luckily for us, the locals
are quite used to these uninvited guests and have some ingenious systems to keep them out. The results
are some great Californian varietal wines that capture the pure fruit and sun-drenched days perfectly in
the bottle.
Chardonnay 2010 6 £5.73 £34.38 30383
Chardonnay 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.62 £38.88 92570
Fresh and full-bodied Chardonnay with plump Golden Delicious apples, pineapple and lime, all perfectly blended together.
Zinfandel Rosé 2010 6 £5.59 £33.54 30394
Zinfandel Rosé 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.60 £38.40 92568
There’s a reason why this is one of our top sellers; it's simply a cracking wine for the price. Ideal for the new generation of
wine drinkers or those that like their wines a little sweeter. Raspberry ripple in a glass.
Merlot 2010 6 £5.83 £34.98 30385
Merlot 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.65 £39.60 92569
This Californian Merlot has tantalising aromas of plum and dark berry fruits to kick off, which are then followed up with black
cherry and vanilla with a silky soft finish.
CALIFIA FALLS
Califia was a mythological figure created by the Spanish in the 15th century to explain the origins of the land
of Califoirnia, but more recently it has come to represent the spirit of California.This wine really represents
this modern and contemporary spirit with a fresh, fruit-packed and smartly presented style.
Zinfandel Rosé 2010 6 £6.10 £36.60 71130
Strawberries, raspberries and sweet red cherry flavours blend together in this off-dry rosé, finished off with palate-cleansing acidity.
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CALIFORNIA
FoodieFACTSPinot Noir’s sales in the US and toa lesser extent the UK, received asignificant boost following the filmSideways, set in Santa BarbaraCounty in 2004. Californian Pinotstill has a loyal cult following
as a result.
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LOREDONA
The Loredona wines are one of Delicato's premium ranges and are produced from cooler climate fruit from
the coastal Monterey county region. The cooling Pacific Ocean breezes allow the fruit to mature a little
slower and so concentrate the flavours creating wines with complexity and with a fresher fruit style.
The standout member of the team is very much the Pinot Noir which represents outstanding value for
money that won’t be beaten at twice the price.
Monterey County Pinot Grigio 2009/10 6 £8.04 £48.24 96190
Cool-climate Pinot Grigio that shows how much flavour this grape variety can produce. An array of apples, citrus and a touch
of almond.
Monterey County Pinot Noir 2009/10 6 £9.37 £56.22 96189
The Pinot Noir grape is not a great traveller but California has the right blend of sun and soothing breezes to bring out the best
in this difficult tourist. Sweet red cherries and mulberries underpinned by a touch of sweet vanilla oak.
MARMESA
Marmesa – where the sea meets the land. The Marmesa vineyards are centred in San Luis Obispo, the rising
star of the Californian coast. Here, cool breezes are siphoned off the Pacific Ocean and travel up the valley
to cool the grapes. En route, they have an enviable itinerary – the dramatic coastline of Moro Bay and the
Big Sur national park, past the serene Nine Sisters peaks and finally reaching the peaceful coastal vineyards.
Edna Valley Chardonnay 2007 6 £8.55 £51.30 98813
Sublime and sophisticated, cool-climate Chardonnay from Larry Brooks, one of California's star performers. No heavy oak here,
allowing the Chardonnay grape to shine through producing flavours of honeyed tropical fruit with a rich but refreshing finish.
Edna Valley Syrah 2006 6 £8.77 £52.62 81755
Intense stuff, packed with velvety sweet blackberries spice and a dash of white pepper producing a truly cultured Californian.
Producers– We have a policy of working
with producers who share our beliefs about these
important issues and encourage producers to implement
winemaking and viticultural initiatives, such as ISO 14000,
that promote sustainability, in the vineyard, winery and the
wider local community in which they operate.
Packaging – Including the bottle, label, capsule,
carton and even the glue used to seal them. Much of the
ViVAS exclusive range are also bottled in the UK which
saves on shipping heavy consignments.
Transport to the UK – We look for the
most efficient routes to the UK often using relatively
low impact methods including rail and sea.
Delivery to customers – Due to the
efficiency of the 3663 logistics network and the reduction
in need for two separate deliveries (3663 and ViVAS on
the same delivery),ViVAS can also make substantial
environmental savings here.
The Environment has never been in sharper focus which is why we have made it a priority
to demonstrate the steps we already take within ViVAS to be environmentally and
socially responsible. ViVAS Sustain is our pledge to reduce the environmental impact
of our business in all areas, whether that be in the vineyards, using more efficient
logistics to transport the wine to the UK or using a reduced weight of bottle.
The four areas that we concentrate our efforts on are;
Better for the environment...
SustainingmaterialAll of our pricelists and support materials
are printed on sustainable, renewable,
and uncoated paper stock.We also use
environmental water-based inks which
are much kinder to the planet.
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Glass range
Sensation Exalt - Acoroc - kwarx
A seamless bowl and stretch stem adds weight and feel. Produced in Advanced Glass. Great for the table or bar and sizes
available for wine, water and champagne.
25cl 24 £42.72 66362
31cl 24 £48.48 66363
39cl 24 £56.40 66364
Flute 19cl 24 £45.36 66365
Grand Cepages - Acoroc - Kwarx
Made from Advanced Glass. Cold cut polished rim. Seamless body, stem and foot. Perfect for Hotels, Restaurants and Bars.
Grand Cepages Red Wine 47cl 12 £28.68 62231
Grand Cepages Red Wine 62cl 12 £31.56 62232
Grand Cepages White Wine 47cl 12 £28.68 62233
Grand Cepages White Wine 35cl 24 £55.68 62234
Headstart tulip - Arcoroc
This nucleated range has been developed to enhance the carbonation in lagers, ciders and colas to give them that extra lift.
Tulip Beer 29cl GS 48 £30.24 66567
Tulip Beer 58.5cl GS 48 £37.92 66566
Barware
Stainless steel measures - spirits
25ml GS 1 £2.98 82554
35ml GS 1 £3.48 82555
50ml GS 1 £3.98 82556
Stainless steel measures - wines
125ml GS 1 £4.98 22150
175ml GS 1 £5.98 23718
250ml GS 1 £6.98 82557
Coolers
Clear Acrylic cooler 1 £4.99 99611
Double Wall Acrylic cooler 1 £6.99 60224
Clear acrylic rimmed cooler with table stand 1 £10.51 60252
Stainless steel double wall cooler 1 £12.99 99615
Barrel End Tub 1 £45.00 81222
Stainless steel party tub 1 £56.18 81411
Extra Large Stainless steel Wine Cooler - 42cm diameter 1 £149.00 64553
Ice Buckets
Clear Acrylic Champagne Bucket 1 £5.99 60235
Black Acrylic Champagne Bucket 1 £7.49 60250
Matt Aluminium Champagne Bucket 1 £9.55 60226
Stainless Steel bucket 1 £17.98 60183
Deluxe Wine Bucket 17cm 1 £24.90 64554
Chalkboards - Snap frames with Chalkboard inserts
A5 (148.5 x 210mm) 1 £52.62 72110
A3 (297 x 420mm) 1 £72.25 72108
A2 (420 x 594mm) 1 £107.95 72109
Chalkboards - Reversible “A” Boards
800 x 515mm 1 £79.91 72069
1100 x 665mm 1 £89.00 72070
Chalkboards - Table Top Boards
A5 (148.5 x 210mm) 1 £14.00 72002
A4 (210 x 297mm) 1 £18.00 72001
A3 (297 x 420mm) 1 £24.00 72000
Corkscrews
Economy Waiters Friend 1 £2.20 81470
Traditional Waiters Friend with plastic handle 1 £2.99 81471
Heavy Duty Twin Lever Corkscrew 1 £2.98 82015
Double Reach Waiters Friend 3 part stainless steel with plastic coating 1 £4.99 60232
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The Gumnut Chardonnay 18.75cl £1.48 93524
The Gumnut Shiraz 18.75cl £1.51 93529
The Gumnut Pinot Grigio 18.75cl £1.64 87558
Furious Boar Zinfandel Rosé 18.75cl £1.60 05198
Furious Boar Chardonnay 18.75cl £1.62 05195
Furious Boar Merlot 18.75cl £1.65 05197
La Serre Merlot Vin de Pays d'Oc 18.75cl £1.70 92833
La Serre Sauvignon Blanc Vin de Pays d'Oc 18.75cl £1.77 92837
Freixenet Cordon Negro 20cl £2.92 91351
Freixenet Cordon Rosado 20cl £2.96 70086
£4-£5
Rey Viejo Blanco £4.03 09733
Rey Viejo Tinto £4.03 09728
CÔtes du RhÔne Rouge Cuvée des Prelats, Louis Bernard 37.5cl £4.08 09510
El Muro DO CariÑena Macabeo £4.24 30302
El Muro DO CariÑena Garnacha Rosado £4.24 30484
El Muro DO Carinena Tempranillo/Garnacha £4.24 30303
Tini Trebbiano/Chardonnay £4.27 91174
Tini Sangiovese £4.27 91175
Tini Sangiovese Rosato £4.27 91179
Gravite Blanc Vin de Pays d'Oc £4.60 30004
Gravite Rosé Vin de Pays d'Oc £4.60 30005
Gravite Rouge Vin de Pays d'Oc £4.60 30008
Gravite Blanc Medium Vin de Pays d'Oc £4.61 09821
Peter Mertes Liebfraumilch QbA £4.75 30247
Jackalberry Chenin Blanc/Colombard £4.78 30308
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo £4.84 30285
Jackalberry Cinsault Cabernet Merlot £4.90 30312
Arazzo Pinot Grigio £4.91 30482
Cambio 7 Sauvignon Blanc £4.95 96176
Cambio 7 Chardonnay £4.95 96178
Cambio 7 Merlot £4.95 96180
Cambio 7 Cabernet Sauvignon £4.95 96179
Cambio 7 Rosé £4.95 70101
Peter Mertes Piesporter Michelsberg QbA £4.98 30251
£5-£6
Jackalberry Chenin Blanc Sauvignon £5.06 30318
Jackalberry Pinotage Shiraz £5.06 30319
The Gumnut Chardonnay £5.09 88826
Jackalberry Pinotage Rosé £5.15 13866
The Gumnut Shiraz £5.20 91137
Serle Noir Sauvignon Blanc Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 12356
Serle Noir Chardonnay Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 73822
Serle Noir Viognier Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 77248
Serle Noir Merlot Rosé Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 96185
Serle Noir Syrah Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 79380
Serle Noir Merlot Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 11084
Villa dei Fiori Primitivo Puglia £5.23 08935
Conti Rossi Pinot Grigio Blush £5.33 70091
The Gumnut Cabernet Merlot Rosé £5.41 91496
Conti Rossi Pinot Grigio Provincia di Verona £5.48 70092
Villa dei Fiori Fiano Sicilia £5.50 81767
Conti Neri Bis Bis Raboso/Prosecco Rosé Frizzante £5.58 11011
Furious Boar Zinfandel Rosé £5.59 30394
Senorio de Labarta Rioja Tempranillo CVC NV £5.60 30305
Monte Clavijo Rioja Blanco £5.62 10063
Monte Clavijo Rioja Garnacha Rosado £5.62 70093
Furious Boar Chardonnay £5.73 30383
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Castellani £5.76 08944
Valdivieso Sauvignon Blanc £5.81 30435
Valdivieso Merlot £5.81 30437
Valdivieso Cabernet Sauvignon £5.81 81765
Valdivieso Merlot £5.81 30437
Valdivieso CarmenÈre £5.81 70100
Peter Mertes Riesling Kabinett Halbtrocken Rheinhessen £5.82 30238
Argento Pinot Grigio £5.82 30419
Argento Rosé £5.82 30421
Argento Chardonnay/Viognier £5.82 13105
Argento Malbec/Tempranillo £5.82 13098
Furious Boar Merlot £5.83 30385
Argento Chardonnay £5.87 30427
Chianti Castellani £5.88 30291
Riva Leone Barbera Piemonte £5.90 81782
Argento Malbec £5.98 30429
Saam Mountain Paarl Chenin Blanc £5.98 30325
Saam Mountain Paarl Cabernet Sauvignon £5.98 30326
Saam Mountain Paarl Pinotage £5.98 30327
Marquis de la Tour Brut £5.99 30220
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Calfia Falls Zinfandel Rosé £6.10 71130
Marquis de la Tour Rosé £6.23 08921
Muscadet Sevre et Maine, Ducs de Bretagne, Chereau Carre £6.33 85208
Senorio de Labarta Rioja Crianza £6.44 30307
Les Nuages Pinot Noir £6.45 70088
Les Nuages Pinot Noir Rosé £6.45 70089
Riva Leone Gavi DOCG £6.52 08936
Thomas Mitchell Cabernet Shiraz £6.56 30338
Thomas Mitchell Chardonnay £6.56 30339
Thomas Mitchell Shiraz £6.60 30340
els Pyreneus Picpoul de Pinet Coteaux du Languedoc £6.63 70090
Beaujolais Petits Fruits Rouges Mommessin £6.67 94628
Chianti Riserva Villa di Campobello £6.71 06623
Alisios Pinot Grigio/Riesling £6.81 81758
Alisios Tempranillo/Touriga £6.81 81763
Chateau L'Eglise Bordeaux £6.83 10865
Graham Beck Rhona Muscadel 50 cl £6.85 09506
CÔtes du Rhone Rouge Louis Bernard £6.85 30132
Les Nuages Touraine Sauvignon Blanc £6.87 10266
Tatachilla Growers Sauvignon Semillon £6.95 30341
Tatachilla Partners Cabernet Shiraz £6.95 30355
£7-£9
Vinedos de la Posada Torrontes FairTrade £7.04 97641
Vinedos de la Posada Merlot FairTrade £7.04 97639
Spy Mountain Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc £7.18 30376
The Stump Jump Riesling Sauvignon Marsanne £7.43 81768
The Stump Jump Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre £7.43 81771
CÔtes du RhÔne Villages Louis Bernard £7.46 30133
Thomas Mitchell Brut £7.59 30226
MÂcon Villages Louis Chedeville £7.86 88102
Loredona Monterey County Pinot Grigio £8.04 96190
Andante Gewurztraminer/Muscat Cave de Ribeauville £8.24 82744
MadFish unwooded Chardonnay £8.42 08929
MadFish Pinot Noir £8.42 08934
Freixenet Cordon Negro Reserva £8.42 96191
Freixenet Cordon Rosado Reserva £8.42 96195
Marmesa Edna Valley Chardonnay £8.55 98813
Muscat de Rivesaltes 50cl £8.55 81777
Lindauer Brut £8.66 92528
Marmesa Edna Valley Syrah £8.77 81755
Castillo de Clavijo Rioja Reserva £8.89 93849
£9-£15
Wither Hills Sauvignon Blanc £9.02 30365
Primrose Hill Rosé £9.15 70097
Conti Neri Prosecco di Prosecco £9.24 30235
Fleurie Millesime Cave de Fleurie £9.35 10232
Loredona Monterey County Pinot Noir £9.37 96189
Spy Valley Marlborough Riesling £9.39 71131
ChÂteau du Levant Sauternes 37.5cl £9.39 94625
Lanson Rosé Label 20cl £9.49 30203
Friendly Gruner Veltliner Laurenz V £9.59 70095
Primrose Hill Bacchus £9.80 70096
Chablis Francoise Chauvenet £9.82 30152
ChÂteau La Croix Ferrandat St-Emilion £10.09 13022
d'Arenberg The Footbolt Shiraz £10.21 96797
A2O AlbariÑo £10.22 08937
Crozes-Hermitage Louis Bernard £10.50 30135
Saint-VÉran Bouchard Aine  Fils £10.60 96202
Katnook Founders Block Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon £10.76 71116
Sancerre Blanc Domaine de la Chezatte £11.19 98360
Pouilly Fumé Les Affaubertis Eric Louis £11.68 92514
Petaluma Hanlin Hill Riesling £11.86 71111
Wither Hills Pinot Noir £12.01 30374
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Riva Leone Barolo £12.62 81787
Pouilly Fuissé Bouchard Aine  Fils £12.70 84799
ChÂteau Lamartre St-Emilion Grand Cru £13.12 98342
Chablis 1er Cru Montmains Domaine des Marronniers £14.49 94634
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Jacques Cartier Brut £16.01 81774
Veuve Delaroy Brut £17.22 30185
ChÂteau Tour Pibran Pauillac £17.60 96214
Primrose Hill from Chapel Down Brut Prestige £17.79 70098
ChÂteauneuf-du-Pape Louis Bernard Les Galets £18.10 30140
ChÂteau Cantelys Pessac-Leognan £18.85 96231
De Castellane Croix Rouge Saint Andre Brut £20.05 81773
Veuve Delaroy Rosé £20.32 30186
Volnay Roche de Bellene Vieilles Vignes £21.91 97650
Meursault Cuvée Charles Maxime Domaine Latour-Giraud £22.60 09772
Ceretto Barolo Zonchera £23.36 79068
De Castellane Rosé £23.77 92530
Nuits St Georges Roche de Bellene Vieilles Vignes £23.81 94659
Lanson Black Label £25.05 46651
Laurent-Perrier Brut £26.64 08938
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Nicolis £28.99 09769
MoËt  Chandon Brut Imperial £29.03 42069
Lanson Rosé £29.13 30189
Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Yellow Label Brut £32.38 30219
Bollinger Special Cuvée £35.33 91155
Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Brut £41.26 93388
Dom Perignon £94.45 30218
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Trading Terms
“We,”“us”,“our” mean BFS Group
Limited, a company registered in
England and Wales, company number
239718, whose registered office is at
Buckingham Court, Kingsmead Business
Park, High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 1JU
1 Orders
Orders are accepted subject to
availability of the product from the
manufacturer/importer. We will at all
times adhere to all legal restrictions
imposed on us in connection with the
sale and offering for sale of alcohol. We
therefore will not accept orders from
persons under the age of 18 for any
products containing alcohol; no binding
agreement will arise from any alcohol
order by a person under 18 years.
2 Parties
Only we and the customer making the
order are intended to benefit from the
contract of supply.
3 Minimum Delivery
We reserve the right not to deliver
an order which is valued at less than
£150 (net sales value) (An additional
charge may be levied on orders below
this amount).
4 Splitting Charges
For your convenience we are pleased to
split cases of Champagne, Spirits and
sweet wines; however, in some instances
a minimum split quantity may apply.
5 Last Orders
Orders must be received before 3pm on
the day prior to delivery (but certain of
our depots operate to a different cut-off
time – please check at time of order).
TERMS 
CONDITIONS6 Returns
Our drivers are not authorised to accept
goods for return without the appropriate
documentation. However, full cases
containing damaged goods may be
returned for full credit at the time of
delivery only.
7 Payment Terms
All credit accounts must be settled by
the 15th of the month following invoice
date and sent to the statement address.
In the event of an account being in
arrears, we reserve the right to withhold
further supplies.
8 Risk and Ownership
• All risks in the goods pass to the
purchaser on delivery. Ownership of
goods delivered to customer shall
remain with us until payment of the
invoiced cost has been received in full.
• Roll cages, pallets and tote boxes
remain our property at all times.
We reserve the right to charge for
any items left at the customer’s
premises at their request which are
not returned on demand or are lost
by the customer.
9 Shortages
The number of items delivered must be
checked in the presence of the driver.
Claims for shortages should be made
at the time of delivery but in any event
claims must be made to the distribution
depot on the day of delivery.
10 Warranty
All goods offered for sale are warranted
to be of the nature, substance and
quality described and to comply with
all statutory requirements from time
to time in force relating to the sale of
beverages (so far as applicable to such
goods). Unless otherwise specified in
the brochure, the size of each bottle of
alcoholic drink is 75cl.
11 Product Durability
Some beverages and most food
products with a life from manufacture
of twelve months or less must by law
be dated either by Best Before or a
Sell By Statement. We as a company
endeavour to ensure that all dated
stock has an optimum remaining
life when we sell to our customers.
All customers are advised to check
the durability dates upon receipt.
We therefore regret that we are unable
to accept returned products relating to
date coding from our customers.
12 Pricing
All items in this list are offered subject
to availability.We reserve the right
to alter prices without notice in the
event of significant unforeseen market
fluctuations, or in the case of pricing
errors. Prices are fixed on the day of
delivery, not when the goods are ordered.
VAT will be charged at the appropriate
rate on goods where applicable.
13 Telephone Call
Monitoring
Please note that your call may be
listened to by one of our telesales
managers or regional trainers to assist
with ongoing training and development
of our staff with the aim of giving you
the best possible service.
14 Limitation of
Liability
• We do not accept liability for any
failure to perform or delay in
performance caused by events
outside of our reasonable control
(including, but not limited, to strikes,
trade disputes, accident, breakdowns,
shortages affecting us or our usual
sources of supply or means of
delivery of the product).
• We accept unlimited liability for
personal injury or death arising from
our negligence and for all other
matters for which it is unlawful for us
to limit our liability under English law.
• Subject to (b) above, we shall have
no liability to you whether in contract,
tort (including negligence) or breach
of statutory duty for any: loss of
profit, loss of business or business
opportunity, loss of contract, loss of
goodwill; or any special or indirect
consequential loss.
15 General Provisions
The contract and any claims arising
in connection with it shall be governed
by English law and any dispute between
us will be resolved exclusively in the
English courts. If any part of the contract
is unenforceable, the unenforceable part
shall be construed to reflect, as nearly
as possible, the original intentions of
the parties. The other provisions of
the contract shall remain in full force
and effect. If we do not insist upon
or enforce strict performance of any
provision of the contract this shall not
mean that we waive our rights under
that provision. Whilst every effort has
been made to ensure the accuracy
of the contents of product lists,
occasionally errors may occur.
Should specific characteristics of our
products be of particular importance
to you, please contact info@vivaswine.
co.uk for more details.
WWW.vivaswine.co.uk72
GROSS
profit table
Cost Price	 60%	 65%	 70%
3.00	 9.00	10.29	 12.00
3.25	 9.75	11.14	 13.00
3.50	 10.50	12.00	 14.00
3.75	 11.25	12.86	 15.00
4.00	 12.00	13.71	 16.00
4.25	 12.75	14.57	 17.00
4.50	 13.50	15.43	 18.00
4.75	 14.25	16.29	 19.00
5.00	 15.00	17.14	 20.00
5.25	 15.75	18.00	 21.00
5.50	 16.50	18.86	 22.00
5.75	 17.25	19.71	 23.00
6.00	 18.00	20.57	 24.00
6.25	 18.75	21.43	 25.00
6.50	 19.50	22.29	 26.00
6.75	 20.25	23.14	 27.00
7.00	 21.00	24.00	 28.00
7.25	 21.75	24.86	 29.00
7.50	 22.50	25.71	 30.00
7.75	 23.25	26.57	 31.00
8.00	 24.00	27.43	 32.00
8.25	 24.75	28.29	 33.00
8.50	 25.50	29.14	 34.00
8.75	 26.25	30.00	 35.00
9.00	 27.00	30.86	 36.00
9.25	 27.75	31.71	 37.00
9.50	 28.50	32.57	 38.00
9.75	 29.25	33.43	 39.00
10.00	 30.00	34.29	 40.00
The chart below demonstrates selling prices at typical margin percentages of 60,
65 and 70 percent. Unit costs are quoted ex VAT, whilst the sell prices are all shown
inclusive of VAT*.
*VAT at 20%
2011/12
Don’t missOur new extended spirits, beer and soft drinks sections!
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    2011/12 Don’t missOur newextended spirits, beer and soft drinks sections! Drinks list email info@vivaswine.co.uk website www.vivaswine.co.uk Thevivasdrinkslist2011/12 matchingedition Food & Wine
  • 2.
    FOOD and WINEMATCHING 2 THE SHORT ORDER LISTS 4 COSTINGS 5 THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO THE WINE WORLD 6 GRAPE INSIGHTS 8 SPIRITS 10 BEER 18 SOFT DRINKS 20 CHAMPAGNE and SPARKLING 22 FRANCE 28 ITALY 38 SPAIN 42 GERMANY, AUSTRIA and HUNGARY 46 ENGLAND 48 AUSTRALIA 50 NEW ZEALAND 54 SOUTH AFRICA 56 SOUTH AMERICA 58 CALIFORNIA 62 WINE ACCESSORIES 66 WINE BY PRICE BAND 68 GROSS PROFIT TABLE 72 TERMS and CONDITIONS 73 CONTENTS info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk 12 Welcometo the ViVAS Drinks List, which this year has a food and drinks matching theme. It’s a subject that is often talked about but seldom explained so we’ve tried to offer some simple, practical advice to help you navigate your way through this subject. Also new for 2011 is the format. Following feedback from our recent customer survey, we’ve moved the Spirits and Beer section to the front. You said you wanted a more complete drinks offer and so that’s exactly what we’ve done. We’ve extended the range and benchmarked the pricing to ensure that we offer great value for money and we will continue to develop and price check on a regular basis. Other additions to the list are some more of the posh stuff! Our aim when we started 3 years ago was always to make life as easy as possible for our customers, by offering the essential wines from each country, rather than an endless encyclopaedic and esoteric range. But increasingly we are being asked for some more expensive and iconic wines, so rather than hiding our light under a bushel we’ve added them in to the list to share these with you all. As you would expect we’ve been selective, and only the best have made it in, but the result is some fabulous wines bolstering the line-up. English wine has forced its way on to the list this year, due to popular demand, with the Primrose Hill Range making its debut, produced at the delightful Chapel Down winery in Kent. This trailblazing outfit is gaining a growing reputation for the quality of their home-grown blends. Other notable newbies to keep an eye out for are a Rosé and Pinot Grigio joining our exclusive Gumnut range, new Jackalberry blends from South Africa and a new Pink Zinfandel under the exclusive Califia Falls label. Thanks for your support over the past 12 months and we look forward to helping you to make your drinks business even more successful over the coming year. paul scarratt ViVAS General Manager This Drinks List is fully biodegradable and can be recycled. Printed on 9lives which is made from 100% recycled fibre. FSC certified. How to ORDER If you’d like to place an order then please either speak to your local 3663 business manager or give your local 3663 depot a ring and they will be more than happy to help. If you need any further information on our wines then why not try our website www.vivaswine.co.uk which has lots more information and some helpful hints on food and wine matching amongst other things. We want you to have your drinks when you need them so any orders that are placed before 3pm will be delivered next day* by your usual 3663 delivery team. *wherever possible ABINGDON 0370 3663 620 BASINGSTOKE 0370 3663 800 BATTERSEA 0370 3663 500 BIRMINGHAM 0370 3663 460 BRISTOL 0370 3663 350 EDINBURGH 0370 3663 480 GATESHEAD 0370 3663 450 HARLOW 0370 3663 520 HIGH WYCOMBE 0370 3663 250 LEE MILL 0370 3663 600 MANCHESTER 0370 3663 400 NORTHAMPTON 0370 3663 560 NOTTINGHAM 0370 3663 420 PADDOCK WOOD 0370 3663 670 SALISBURY 0370 3663 650 SCARISBRICK 0370 3663 200 SEVERN BRIDGE 0370 3663 660 STOWMARKET 0370 3663 360 SWANSEA 0370 3663 230 WORTHING 0370 3663 580 WWW.vivaswine.co.uk
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    info@vivaswine.co.uk 33 W hen youmatch food and wine you are looking to either complement or contrast flavours. For example, the clean, green flavours of young, spring vegetables are best complemented by a fresh tasting, light white wine with similar delicate, green flavours. A good example of contrasting is to match an oily fish like smoked salmon with crisp Champagne, which will cut through the mouth-coating oiliness of the fish, refreshing your palate and making both the food and the wine taste better. THE BASIC PRINCIPLES There are three basic principles of matching food and wine – matching weight, matching acidity and matching intensity. The simplest thing of all is to match white wine with white meat, e.g. Chardonnay with a chicken salad, and red wine with red meat, e.g. Merlot with sausages and mash. The only problem is that a lot of dishes aren’t that simple. Nowadays there’s so much disagreement about what food matches what wine, it’s hard not to feel confused, BUT DON’T DESPAIR! THE ViVAS SIMPLE FOOD and WINE MATCHING GUIDE IS HERE TO HELP. FOOD GOOD MATCH BAD MATCH Light and simple e.g. Salads A lighter and simpler wine • Pinot Grigio • Chenin Blanc • Light, unoaked Chardonnay • Pale rosé Big, rich wines, red or white Light, spicy, intense e.g. Thai Style Dishes Wine with lots of flavours but not too much body and if chilli is involved, little or no tannin • Sauvignon Blanc • Albariño • Pinot Noir • Riesling • Rosé Big, heavy reds Light, delicate fish e.g. Sole, Cod, Sea Bass, Seafood Light whites like: • Chablis • Sancerre or Pouilly Fumé • Chenin Blanc • Muscadet Big, oaky reds or whites Richer, oilier fish e.g. Tuna, Swordfish Aromatic and spicy whites and some lighter, softer reds • Alsace whites • Beaujolais • Viognier Anything with lots of tannin (gives a strange metallic taste) Lightish meats e.g. Chicken, Turkey, Pork A fuller white or a medium-bodied red, e.g. • Richer Chardonnay (California or Australia) • Pinot Noir from California or New Zealand • Juicy Zinfandel Very light, subtle wine Simple but richer meat, Grilled Veg Dishes Juicy, ripe reds • Chilean Merlot • Grenache from south of France • Chianti or other Italian reds (not Barolo though) • Rioja Light, subtle whites Rich, full, meaty dishes Big, full-bodied reds • Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot blends • Spanish reds – Rioja, Tempranillo • Reds from Bordeaux in France, known as Claret • Châteauneauf-du-Pape • Syrah or Shiraz and Shiraz blends Delicate whites or very ripe, rich, over-the-top reds Ethnic food with spice and chilli (Curries) Light reds, aromatic whites or rosés • Riesling • Beaujolais • Zinfandel Rosé Light-bodied, very crisp white or reds with lots of tannin Pasta with rich sauce – tomato or creamy Medium-bodied, juicy reds • Chianti • Valpolicella • Côtes du Rhône • Chilean Merlot Delicate, light whites or soft, jammy reds Pasta light sauce – olive oil, pesto, herbs, veg Dry, aromatic whites or herby reds • New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc • Chablis • Sangiovese (Italian red) Massive, full-bodied tannic reds The GUIDE Weight Exactly as it says; a big strong wine is best with big strong food whilst lighter, simpler wine is better with similar food. Most red wines are going to be better with the heartier dishes on your menu and most whites will suit the lighter ones. acidity Acidity is an important part of any wine. It’s the thing that makes your mouth water and makes the wine refreshing; stimulates you to take another sip. The trick here is that foods with a lot of acidity, for example tomatoes or vinaigrette dressing, are better with a crisp refreshing wine, which is why Sauvignon Blanc is going to be a better match with a dressed salad, for example. Wines that are crisp and mouth-watering will also be good with oily food. A great example of this is an Italian red wine with Italian food where the chief ingredients are olive oil and tomatoes. intensity This refers to wine and food that have very intense flavours but not much weight. Think of Thai or Chinese food that have strong flavours of chilli, garlic, coriander and lemongrass but that don’t sit too heavily on the stomach. Similarly intense and fragrant wines which are still-light bodied are grape varieties like Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling. A word of warning about chilli – big, hearty, tannic reds accentuate chilli, making it unbearably hot. Hot and spicy foods are better with softer, fruitier reds like Beaujolais or Pinot Noir. FOOD and WINE matching FOOD and WINE matching WWW.vivaswine.co.uk2
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    THE Short orderlists With Duty on a bottle of wine now at £1.81 per bottle, the cost pressures on wine have never been more intense. In addition, the last 18 months have seen upward price pressures on dry goods (glass, packaging, labeling, corks & screwcaps) as well as increases in the cost of freight. This has left our friendly bottle of wine with significant price inflation during the worst recession in a generation. However, it’s not all doom and gloom. The buying team at ViVAS has been working hard on your behalf, negotiating with our producers to ensure that we offer you and your customers the best wines at the most competitive prices. Spending just a little more on a bottle will reap a disproportionately higher increase in quality. The wine remaining in the three bottles shown represents the percentage of the total amount spent by an importer on the actual wine vs the fixed costs. The cost that the wine is sold to the on-trade is also detailed – in each case the importer’s margin remains the same. * Dry goods is the average total cost of production capsule/screwcap, labels, bottle and carton. Correct at time of going to print. CosttoOn-trade ex-VAT£3.00 20%spenton liquidbyimporter CosttoOn-trade ex-VAT£4.00 40%spenton liquidbyimporter CosttoOn-trade ex-VAT£5.00 60%spenton liquidbyimporter What’s in a bottle?The Price of a bottle of wine – The Breakdown. Ina Hurry?We’ve doneallthe hard work foryou by selectingwhatwe thinkarethe keywines fora 6and 12 binwine list.We’vealso included a few notesastowhythey earn their place onthe lists. The Price isRight This a perfectly valid way to manage margins of your drinks business but increasingly we are seeing restaurants and pubs looking at the cash margin they are making rather than simply following a % margin aspiration. In the vast majority of cases these outlets will sell more wine and so have a much better cash flow and stock rotation situation, especially at the higher end of the range. Customers really do know good value when they see it and are far more likely to trade up or to come back if they think that they are getting a good deal. The average mark up that the On-trade traditionally have taken is somewhere between 60% and 70% using the following equation: Cost of bottle / by the margin you wish to make (if it’s 65% then you divide by 0.35) x VAT e.g £4.25 / 0.35 x 1.2 = £14.57 Tini Sangiovese, Italy, 2010 £4.27 91175 Tini Trebbiano Chardonnay, Italy, 2010 £4.27 91174 The Tini opening pair provides a great quality start that stands up on their own or can easily partner food. The Gumnut Shiraz, Australia, 2010 £5.20 91137 Argento Malbec, Argentina, 2009 £5.98 30429 Malbec is a perfect alternative to a full bodied Rioja and is also a great match for steak or burgers. Ch. La Croix Ferrandat, St Emilion, 2009 £10.09 13022 A serious option for those wanting a more refined option to trade up to and Bordeaux is always popular. Conti Rossi Pinot Grigio, Italy, 2010 £5.48 70091 Les Nuages Touraine Sauvignon Blanc, France, 2009 £6.87 10266 Francoise Chauvenet Chablis, France, 2009 £9.82 30152 Chablis is another safe option for consumers to trade up to for special occasions and is a great match with a wide range of food. Furious Boar Pink Zinfandel, California, 2010 £5.59 30394 Conti Rossi Pinot Grigio Blush, Italy, 2010 £5.33 70092 A drier option than Pink Zinfndel produced from the ever popular Pinot Grigio grape. Conti Neri Prosecco Di Prosecco, Nv, Italy £9.24 30235 Prosecco is hot stuff at the moment. Its lighter, fruitier style than Champagne has attracted many converts, as well as the price! Lanson Black Label Brut, Nv £25.05 46651 There are some occasions when only Champagne will do. Lanson’s fresher style make it a popular choice. compact wine list The (12 Bin) PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) Code Cambio 7 Merlot, Chile, 2010 £4.95 96180 Chilean Merlot is always popular with its smooth plummy flavour and this exclusive range is great value. Thomas Mitchell Shiraz, Australia, 2010 £6.60 30340 Cambio 7 Sauvignon Blanc, Chile, 2010 £4.95 96176 Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc are the most popular red and white grapes at the moment, so these two are essential. Conti Rossi Pinot Grigio, Italy 2010 £5.48 70091 Pinot Grigio is a must stock and make sure that its not your cheapest wine, there’s margin to be made! Furious Boar Pink Zinfandel, California,2010 £5.59 30394 This sweeter style of rosé is very popular with younger female customers. Freixenet Cava Reserva Brut, Spain, Nv £8.42 96191 Essential to have an affordable fizz for those celebratory occasions and Cava is experiencing real growth. Essential wine list The (6 Bin) PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) Code info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk 54
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    info@vivaswine.co.uk 73 Trading Terms “We,”“us”,“our”mean BFS Group Limited, a company registered in England and Wales, company number 239718, whose registered office is at Buckingham Court, Kingsmead Business Park, High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 1JU 1 Orders Orders are accepted subject to availability of the product from the manufacturer/importer. We will at all times adhere to all legal restrictions imposed on us in connection with the sale and offering for sale of alcohol. We therefore will not accept orders from persons under the age of 18 for any products containing alcohol; no binding agreement will arise from any alcohol order by a person under 18 years. 2 Parties Only we and the customer making the order are intended to benefit from the contract of supply. 3 Minimum Delivery We reserve the right not to deliver an order which is valued at less than £150 (net sales value). An additional charge may be levied on orders below this amount. 4 Splitting Charges For your convenience we are pleased to split cases of Champagne, Spirits and sweet wines; however, in some instances a minimum split quantity may apply. 5 Last Orders Orders must be received before 3pm on the day prior to delivery (but certain of our depots operate to a different cut-off time – please check at time of order). TERMS CONDITIONS6 Returns Our drivers are not authorised to accept goods for return without the appropriate documentation. However, full cases containing damaged goods may be returned for full credit at the time of delivery only. 7 Payment Terms All credit accounts must be settled by the 15th of the month following invoice date and sent to the statement address. In the event of an account being in arrears, we reserve the right to withhold further supplies. 8 Risk and Ownership • All risks in the goods pass to the purchaser on delivery. Ownership of goods delivered to customer shall remain with us until payment of the invoiced cost has been received in full. • Roll cages, pallets and tote boxes remain our property at all times. We reserve the right to charge for any items left at the customer’s premises at their request which are not returned on demand or are lost by the customer. 9 Shortages The number of items delivered must be checked in the presence of the driver. Claims for shortages should be made at the time of delivery but in any event claims must be made to the distribution depot on the day of delivery. 10 Warranty All goods offered for sale are warranted to be of the nature, substance and quality described and to comply with all statutory requirements from time to time in force relating to the sale of beverages (so far as applicable to such goods). Unless otherwise specified in the brochure, the size of each bottle of alcoholic drink is 75cl. 11 Product Durability Some beverages and most food products with a life from manufacture of twelve months or less must by law be dated either by Best Before or a Sell By Statement. We as a company endeavour to ensure that all dated stock has an optimum remaining life when we sell to our customers. All customers are advised to check the durability dates upon receipt. We therefore regret that we are unable to accept returned products relating to date coding from our customers. 12 Pricing All items in this list are offered subject to availability.We reserve the right to alter prices without notice in the event of significant unforeseen market fluctuations, or in the case of pricing errors. Prices are fixed on the day of delivery, not when the goods are ordered. VAT will be charged at the appropriate rate on goods where applicable. 13 Telephone Call Monitoring Please note that your call may be listened to by one of our telesales managers or regional trainers to assist with ongoing training and development of our staff with the aim of giving you the best possible service. 14 Limitation of Liability • We do not accept liability for any failure to perform or delay in performance caused by events outside of our reasonable control (including, but not limited, to strikes, trade disputes, accident, breakdowns, shortages affecting us or our usual sources of supply or means of delivery of the product). • We accept unlimited liability for personal injury or death arising from our negligence and for all other matters for which it is unlawful for us to limit our liability under English law. • Subject to (b) above, we shall have no liability to you whether in contract, tort (including negligence) or breach of statutory duty for any: loss of profit, loss of business or business opportunity, loss of contract, loss of goodwill; or any special or indirect consequential loss. 15 General Provisions The contract and any claims arising in connection with it shall be governed by English law and any dispute between us will be resolved exclusively in the English courts. If any part of the contract is unenforceable, the unenforceable part shall be construed to reflect, as nearly as possible, the original intentions of the parties. The other provisions of the contract shall remain in full force and effect. If we do not insist upon or enforce strict performance of any provision of the contract this shall not mean that we waive our rights under that provision. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of product lists, occasionally errors may occur. Should specific characteristics of our products be of particular importance to you, please contact info@vivaswine. co.uk for more details. Welcometo the ViVAS Drinks List, which this year has a food and drinks matching theme. It’s a subject that is often talked about but seldom explained so we’ve tried to offer some simple, practical advice to help you navigate your way through this subject. Also new for 2011 is the format. Following feedback from our recent customer survey, we’ve moved the Spirits and Beer section to the front. You said you wanted a more complete drinks offer and so that’s exactly what we’ve done. We’ve extended the range and benchmarked the pricing to ensure that we offer great value for money and we will continue to develop and price check on a regular basis. Other additions to the list are some more of the posh stuff! Our aim when we started 3 years ago was always to make life as easy as possible for our customers, by offering the essential wines from each country, rather than an endless encyclopaedic and esoteric range. But increasingly we are being asked for some more expensive and iconic wines, so rather than hiding our light under a bushel we’ve added them in to the list to share these with you all. As you would expect we’ve been selective, and only the best have made it in, but the result is some fabulous wines bolstering the line-up. English wine has forced its way on to the list this year, due to popular demand, with the Primrose Hill Range making its debut, produced at the delightful Chapel Down winery in Kent. This trailblazing outfit is gaining a growing reputation for the quality of their home-grown blends. Other notable newbies to keep an eye out for are a Rosé and Pinot Grigio joining our exclusive Gumnut range, new Jackalberry blends from South Africa and a new Pink Zinfandel under the exclusive Califia Falls label. Thanks for your support over the past 12 months and we look forward to helping you to make your drinks business even more successful over the coming year. paul scarratt ViVAS General Manager This Drinks List is fully biodegradable and can be recycled. Printed on 9lives which is made from 100% recycled fibre. FSC certified. How to ORDER If you’d like to place an order then please either speak to your local 3663 business manager or give your local 3663 depot a ring and they will be more than happy to help. If you need any further information on our wines then why not try our website www.vivaswine.co.uk which has lots more information and some helpful hints on food and wine matching amongst other things. We want you to have your drinks when you need them so any orders that are placed before 3pm will be delivered next day* by your usual 3663 delivery team. *wherever possible ABINGDON 0370 3663 620 BASINGSTOKE 0370 3663 800 BATTERSEA 0370 3663 500 BIRMINGHAM 0370 3663 460 BRISTOL 0370 3663 350 EDINBURGH 0370 3663 480 GATESHEAD 0370 3663 450 HARLOW 0370 3663 520 HIGH WYCOMBE 0370 3663 250 LEE MILL 0370 3663 600 MANCHESTER 0370 3663 400 NORTHAMPTON 0370 3663 560 NOTTINGHAM 0370 3663 420 PADDOCK WOOD 0370 3663 670 SALISBURY 0370 3663 650 SCARISBRICK 0370 3663 200 SEVERN BRIDGE 0370 3663 660 STOWMARKET 0370 3663 360 SWANSEA 0370 3663 230 WORTHING 0370 3663 580 WWW.vivaswine.co.uk
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    Argentina Key regions: Mendoza. Keygrape varieties: Malbec and Torrontes. Climate: The Argentine climate is mostly semi arid in the North West region, where most of the vineyards are based, with annual rainfall of less than 10 inches a year. The summer daytime temperatures can reach 50º, dropping to 10º at night time. Australia Key regions: Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Clare Valley, Coonawarra, Margaret River, Hunter Valley. Key grape varieties: Shiraz and Chardonnay are the undisputed Kylie and Jason of vines. They account for approximately half of all the vines that are planted and have become synonymous with Australian wines. But below this regal pair there are some other great white varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Riesling. Next in line from a red perspective is Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Grenache. Climate: Generally pretty warm for most of the year with some serious heat during the mid summer months. This is why many of the wine regions tend to be close to the coast where the vines are cooled by the sea breezes giving them a chance to mature at a slower rate. Brazil Serious grape growing is a relatively recent activity in Brazil although they have been growing vines since the 17th century. Italian and Spanish immigrants led the way planting many of their indigenous varieties. Key growing region: Rio Grande do Sul. Key grape varieties: Yet to establish itself with a particular favourite, Pinot Grigio and Tempranillo make up a significant proportion of the plantings. Climate: Sub-tropical with four clearly defined vintages a year. The summers are warm with average temperatures of 30º whilst the winters are cold with heavy rains and a chilling wind. California Key regions: Napa Valley, Sonoma, Monterey, Central Valley. Key grape varieties: Zinfandel is California’s pride and joy and is not found in any quantity anywhere else in the world or at least under this name but it is found in Southern Italy under its original name of Primitivo. Although this is what the region is perhaps most famous for, it is the Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon grape that dominates the vine landscape followed by Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc and pockets of Pinot Noir. Climate: California’s climate is dramatically shaped by two mountain ranges, both running roughly north-south. The Coast Range is a series of rugged forest covered ranges, often tumbling right to the edge of the Pacific. It’s a relatively low range with few peaks over 1200 metres. The second range is the Sierra Nevada, which also runs parallel to the coast, some 160 to 200 kilometres inland. Chile Key regions: The most productive and well known is the Central Valley, where the majority of the country's Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay are produced. Some premium production of cooler climate varietals such as Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc flourishes in the Aconcagua regions, which houses the Casablanca Valley. While southern Chile's Bio Bio region is becoming increasingly renowned for its aromatic experimentation. Key grape varieties: Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay. Climate: Chile is a long thin country, dominated by the Andes to the east and the Pacific to the west. Vineyards stretch from the Atacama Desert – the driest place on earth - in the north to the Bio Bio region near the ice caps of the south. France Key regions: Alsace, Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Loire and Rhône. Key grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc. Climate: France has some of the most varied climates within its borders with the cool Atlantic influenced Loire in the north-west to the sun baked Languedoc and Provence regions in the south-east and everything in between. Generally France is considered to have a Mediterranean climate with warm summers and cool wet winters but not reaching the extremes of temperatures that some New World countries do. There are however some huge variations within regions such as Burgundy which has the cool climate vineyards of Chablis in the north down to the warm Mâcon region in the South some 150km away. AOC system: The Appellation Contrôlée system is the bedrock on which French wine production is based. It was first introduced in 1935 in a bid to maintain quality standards as well as the integrity and typicity of the region. Germany and Austria Key grape varieties: It's white grapes all the way for these two. For the Germans, it’s the Riesling grape that rules the roost followed by the less regal but equally useful Müller-Thurgau which often adds the filler or the bass notes to the high Riesling notes. Spatburgunder, Pinot Noir to you and I, is the third most widely grown grape variety and is a real rising star of the German wine scene. For the Austrians you need look no further than the Grüner Veltliner which is the MVP with over a third of all vineyard area planted with this grape variety. Climate: Both these countries tend to have fairly long, warm and dry growing seasons and relatively mild and damp winters. The best vineyards tend to be along the Rhine and benefit from the summer sun that is reflected off the slopes and stored in the slate rocks for slow release during the evenings. Italy Key regions: Tuscany, Piedmont, Veneto provide the majority of the high-end wines whilst Valpolicella, Puglia and Sicily are the engine room of production with many of the co-operatives based there. Key grape varieties: Italy is a country bursting with indigenous grape varieties which make navigating it a challenge! The star turn is Sangiovese which is Chianti’s key grape but they also have the revered Nebbiolo which produces the big guns of Barolo and Barbaresco. The most widely planted white variety is the Trebbiano which is the major grape behind Frascati but their most famous current white is Pinot Grigio, known as Pinot Gris elsewhere. Climate: Due to its length, it is a country of huge variations with cooler pockets at the foot of the Dolomites in the north and extreme heat in regions of Puglia and Sicily but generally it is considered to be a Mediterranean climate in wine terms. As a broad rule white wines tend to be grown in the north-east where it is cooler in summer and enjoy better elevation and reds are grown in the middle and south. NEW ZEALAND Key regions: Marlborough is at the top of the South Island and is New Zealand’s largest wine growing region. It has an enviable international reputation for producing some of the best Sauvignon Blanc in the world. It also makes very good Chardonnay and Riesling and is fast developing a reputation for high quality Pinot Noir. Of the region’s ten thousand hectares of vines, one third are planted with Sauvignon Blanc. Key grape varieties: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir. Climate: Lots of sun, cool nights, low autumn rains and free draining alluvial soils combine to make NZ one of the world’s great wine producing countries. South Africa Key regions: Production is primarily within the Cape Province, which includes Paarl, Constantia and Stellenbosch. Key grape varieties: Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinotage and Cabernet Sauvignon. Climate: The majority of the country’s vineyards are planted along the coast, benefitting from the influences of the Atlantic and Indian oceans, resulting in a primarily Mediterranean climate. Rainfall is comparatively low and in many regions irrigation is essential to viticulture. Spain Key regions: Rioja (Rioja Baja, Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa), Rias Biaxas, Penedes, Navarra, La Mancha, Priorat and Jumilla. Key grape varieties: Despite most of Spain’s wine production being red, over half the countries vineyards are planted with white varietals. This is because Spain also makes a lot of brandy and sherry. The main red grape varieties are Tempranillo, a key ingredient of Rioja, Garnacha (known across the border in France as Grenache), Bobal and Monastrell. The main white grape varieties are Airén and Macabeo, which make up much of the country's table wine, Palomino and Pedro Ximenez, prominent in Sherry,and Albariño, which makes the deliciously crisp wine of the same name from Galicia. Climate: One of the dominant geographical influences of Spanish viticulture is the vast plateau known as the Meseta Central that covers much of central Spain. There are vineyards in all of Spain’s 17 autonomous regions - from Galicia in the north-west, which can receive up to 79 inches of rain annually, to Murcia in the south-east, where temperatures frequently top 40º. THE GUIDE TO THE WINE WORLD essential Vineyards in Mendoza, Argentina. Vineyards of Domaine de la Chezatte. info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk 76
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    White Albariño Wines from thisgrape are distinctive, aromatic and have an almost peachy-like aroma. • This grape is grown principally in North West Spain where the grapes’ thick skins help them withstand the particularly damp climate. Chardonnay Most obvious aroma is apples but often matured in oak so will have an oaky, woody nose. Can also have tropical fruit flavours and aromas if particularly ripe. • The wines tend to come in two styles - very rich, oaky and full of tropical fruit (e.g. pineapples and bananas) or unoaked, minerally, clean apple and citrus fruit and very dry. Chenin Blanc Often has lemon, honey and floral aromas. It is usually quite simple and fruity. • A very adaptable grape which can make big powerful wine, light, simple and refreshing wine or luscious sweet wines. • The majority of Chenin comes from either the Loire or South Africa. GRAPE insights Gewurztraminer This is a very distinctive, aromatic and spicy grape variety. It produces full-bodied wines with powerful aromas of rose petals, spice and exotic fruit like lychees. • Originally grown largely in Alsace in France, where it makes some very good wines, it’s now increasingly common in Australia and New Zealand. • This wine is the classic match with spicy food and is often recommended as an accompaniment with Thai or other Far Eastern cooking. Pinot Grigio Very light and delicate with some refreshing citrus and apple flavours and aromas. • Originally from northern Italy it is now emerging from all corners of the world including Australia, Argentina and Brazil. Riesling Crisp (has high acidity) and delicate, floral and honeyed flavours. When aged, petrol and kerosene notes. • German in origin, this grape is considered one of the finest grapes in the world. • Now being grown throughout Australia and New Zealand. Sauvignon Blanc Crisp (has very high acidity) and intense. Lots of green fruit flavours – gooseberries, limes, green apples, grass and elderflowers. • A very distinctive variety which often has a powerful, herbaceous aroma – this means grassy, like green leaves, particularly those from South Africa and New Zealand. • The Loire is its original home and Sancerre and Pouilly Fumé are the prestigious exports. Viognier Full bodied and rich, with a distinctive scent of apricots and peaches. Sometimes with a little spice and pepper on the nose. • Mainly grown in the south of France and for a while all but died out because very few people were making wine from it. Fortunately, it has now been rescued from oblivion! red Cabernet Sauvignon This is the grape that makes some of the worlds most famous and expensive wines. It traditionally has flavours of blackcurrants, dark fruit and spice. • This is thought to be the best red grape in the world and is capable of making wines which can age for a very long time. • It is often blended with Merlot and sometimes Syrah (Shiraz). Malbec These wines are big, fruity and full-bodied with flavours and aromas of plums and dark fruit. • Originally grown in the south west of France where it is known as Cot. • Argentina is now renowned for making a lot of really great wine from Malbec. Merlot The word most used to describe Merlot is plummy. You might also find vanilla, other dark fruit and prunes. • This is a very popular choice, largely because it is often very easy drinking, fruity and smooth. • It can be similar to Cabernet Sauvignon but with less tannin. Nebbiolo The Nebbiolo grape makes wine which is rich, full-bodied and has dark fruit flavours. It often has aromas of tar and violets, making the scent very complex and interesting. • This is a grape variety which is largely grown in the north of Italy and makes some of the finest Italian wines. Syrah (Shiraz) Look for aromas and flavours of cherries, red fruit, spice and smokiness in Syrah or Shiraz (as it is known in the New World). • Big, flavourful and rich wines are often made with this grape variety. • Australia’s reputation for wine is partially based on wines made from Shiraz. Pinotage This has flavours and aromas similar to Pinot Noir but is usually fuller and earthier and can have a distinctive taste of burnt rubber. • Pinotage is generally made in South Africa, where this grape comes from. Pinot Noir The flavours and aromas in this grape variety are overwhelmingly red fruits, especially raspberries. Sometimes you will get some spiciness or light oak flavours. • Pinot Noir is capable of making very fine wines with great ageing potential. • These wines tend to be lighter in colour and lighter bodied. It has been difficult to grow in countries outside of it’s home in France but New Zealand’s reputation as a serious producer is growing rapidly. Sangiovese Sangiovese produces a medium to full, dry wine, which is slightly spicy, with bitter cherry, spices, tobacco, chocolate and herb flavours. • This is one of the best known Italian grape varieties although you will rarely see it listed on the label as the wine is usually named after where it is made. • The famous Tuscan wines of Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano are made with Sangiovese. Tempranillo Medium bodied yet powerful wine, often with tobacco-scents due to oak ageing and with strawberry, spices and soft toffee. • This is Spain’s quality grape, and an essential component of Rioja. • Without oak it can be quite fruity and spicy, however much of the wine produced from Tempranillo spends time in oak. Zinfandel Wines made from Zinfandel are fruity and juicy, easy drinking and full of dark fruit flavours. • Zinfandel is thought to be the same grape as a variety which comes from the south of Italy called Primitivo. • Zinfadel’s most popular form is as the off dry, pale pink Zinfadel rosé which dominates the rosé category. info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk 98
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    SPiRiTS TheFamousfiveOur recommendations onthe key spirits to have behind the bar 111110 Shopping list 50ml Bacardi Superior rum 15ml fresh lime 8-10 mint leaves 30ml gomme syrup dash soda water Method Slap the mint leaves to bruise and release their flavour, rub around the edge of a tall high-ball glass and tear them once before dropping in.Add the freshly squeezed lime juice, gomme syrup and half fill with crushed ice. Use a bar spoon to churn the drink before filling up with crushed ice. Pour in the Bacardi Superior rum, a splash of soda water and swizzle with a bar spoon to mix. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint. Bacardi Mojito -the original Mojito The original and authentic Bacardi Superior rum Mojito; using fresh mint and fresh-pressed lime juice to create the most perfectly balanced, crisp and refreshing Mojito. 10 years ago most people’s expectation of a cocktail when they walked in to a bar was a hollowed out pineapple with a couple of straws, a paper umbrella and a slice of lime perched on top! But things have moved on. There is even a name for cocktail waiters – a mixologist - and a world championship of mixology to compete for. Cocktails create a great opportunity for a bit of theatre and fun behind the bar but if you’re more of a Frank Spencer than a Tom Cruise then you can always get a Bacardi premixed cocktail! The age of theMixologist Smirnoff Vodka Smirnoff Vodka is the world’s biggest selling spirit brand. Using a unique distillation process, the triple distilled, ten times filtered vodka is pure, clean and ultra smooth. bombay sapphire The creation of Bombay Sapphire is truly unique; with almonds, grains, lemon peel, liquorice, juniper berries, oris root, angelica, coriander seeds, cassia bark, and crushed cubeb berries from Java. These botanicals based on a secret recipe that dates back to 1761 combine to produce a gin with citrus aroma, rounded spice and a touch of juniper. The result is the complex and refined taste that gives Bombay Sapphire it’s extraordinary mixability. bacardi rum After 23 years of experimentation, Don Facundo Bacardi set the standard for all future premium white rum. Established in 1862, Bacardi Rum became the world’s first premium aged white rum. Don Facundo combined the best of dark spirits production techniques (ageing and blending) with his pioneering charcoal filtration process to create a balanced mixing rum that was used by cocktail pioneers as the principle ingredient in the Mojito. Despite Bacardi and Coke being the world’s most asked for branded spirit and mixer combination, its unique flavour is also great served over ice with a squeeze of lime and a mixer of your choice. jameson irish whiskey Established in 1780, Jameson is unusual in that it’s a blended whisky but is from a single distillery, and uses triple distillation to create a smooth whiskey. In Ireland, Jameson is sometimes shortened to ‘Jemmie’. remy martin Remy Martin, dressed in its sleek black bottle, epitomises the appeal of cognac – seductive, rich and complex, it’s an ideal finish to any meal. Remy Martin uses brandy from the chalky Grande and Petit Champagne regions north of Bordeaux, which benefit from longer ageing and result in a brandy with great finesse and length. SPIRITS
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    1312 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk SPiRiTS SPiRiTS NO.IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code vodka Whether vodka originated in Russia (voda – little water) or Poland (wodka) may never be agreed, but now vodka is incredibly popular around the world. Vodka, by definition, must be a neutral spirit having been distilled and rectified to at least 96% abv before being diluted back to bottle strength. Almost any produce that contains sugar or starch can be fermented and distilled to make vodka, but grains or potatoes from local agriculture are most commonly used. Smirnoff Vodka Smirnoff Vodka is the world’s biggest selling spirit brand. Using a unique distillation process, the triple distilled, ten times filtered vodka is pure, clean and ultra smooth. Smirnoff Red 6 x 70cl £11.09 £66.54 31512 Smirnoff Red 6 x 1.5ltr £22.99 £137.94 40311 Sminoff Lime 6 x 70cl £12.99 £77.94 82101 Smirnoff green Apple 6 x 70cl £12.99 £77.94  82102 other vodka Eristoff Original 6 x 70cl £10.39 £62.34 82056 Grey Goose Original 6 x 70cl £25.19 £151.14 50081 Moskova 6 x 1.5ltr £17.99 £107.94 50077 Moskova 12 x 70cl £8.49 £101.88 50076 Russian Standard 6 x 70cl £11.39 £68.34 TBC Absolut Blue 6 x 70cl £12.79 £76.74 07352 Absolut Vanilla 6 x 70cl £13.59 £81.54 92518 Absolut Raspberry 6 x 70cl £13.59 £81.54 50080 Absolut Citron 6 x 70cl £13.79 £82.74 50079 Gin Gin is a relative newcomer to the spirit world, having only been created in the 17th century in Holland as a form of medicine, with juniper added to make it more palatable. British troops soon found a taste for “Dutch Courage” and London subsequently became a centre of production, with “mother’s ruin” at one time being consumed in greater quantities than beer. bombay gin Bombay Sapphire 6 x 70cl £15.29 £91.74 50088 other gin beefeater 6 x 70cl £12.09 £72.54 50085 Gordon's 6 x 70cl £11.59 £69.54 49549 Gordon's 6 x 1.5ltr £24.19 £145.14 16352 Hendrick's 6 x 70cl £19.69 £118.14 81481 Richmond 12 x 70cl £8.69 £104.28 50083 Tanqueray 6 x 70cl £15.69 £94.14 50087 Rum Rum can be made in any country that grows sugar cane, but Barbados is thought to be the original home of rum. Each country or Caribbean island produces a different style of rum, from clear and light Cuban style rums to fuller Navy dark rums, with every golden hue in between. Rum is generally made from molasses, the treacle left over from sugar production, and is associated with the navy and shipping trade that transported sugar to Europe; in fact, the phrase ‘Limeys’ refers to the fact that the British Navy preferred to take their daily tot (half a pint of rum!) with lime. This penchant for lime also unknowingly reduced scurvy and helped keep the British Navy supreme! Bacardi Rum BACARDI Superior 6 x 1.5ltr £28.89 £173.34 17145 BACARDI Superior 6 x 70cl £13.49 £80.94 13590 other rum Captain Morgan 6 x 70cl £12.59 £75.54 25675 Captain Morgan 6 x 1.5ltr £27.79 £166.74 50091 Expedition 6 x 70cl £8.69 £52.14 50095 Havana Club Especial 6 x 70cl £13.99 £83.94 50093 Lambs Navy 6 x 70cl £12.99 £77.94 50090 Morgan Spiced 6 x 70cl £14.09 £84.54 50094 Sailor Jerry 6 x 70cl £15.19 £91.14 82032
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    1514 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk SPiRiTS SPiRiTS NO.IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Whisky Whisky, originating from the Scottish “uisge beatha” (water of life), is any distilled grain spirit that has been aged in wooden casks. Single Malt whisky from Scotland must be from a single distillery using double pot distillation and using only malted barley; Blended Scotch whisky blends whiskies from multiple distilleries and includes both malt whisky and grain whisky; bourbon is made from mostly maize (corn) and must be aged in new charred oak barrels and unfiltered; Tennessee whiskey (Jack Daniel’s) follows the same principles as bourbon, but is filtered through maple charcoal. The spelling ‘whiskey’ is generally applied to any country outside Scotland, with the exception of Canada. Jameson irish whiskey Jameson 6 x 70cl £13.99 £83.94 46656 Jameson 6 x 1.5ltr £29.19 £175.14 07364 other irish whiskey Bushmills Original 6 x 70cl £12.89 £77.34 50107 Scotch/Malt Whisky Bell's Original 6 x 70cl £12.79 £76.74 05865 Bell's Original 6 x 1.5ltr £25.99 £155.94 36858 Chivas Regal 6 x 70cl £19.49 £116.94 50104 Famous Grouse 6 x 70cl £12.59 £75.54 25133 Famous Grouse 6 x 1.5ltr £25.99 £155.94 16354 Glenfiddich 6 x 70cl £21.39 £128.34 00532 Glenmorangie 10yr 6 x 70cl £23.19 £139.14 50111 Johnny Walker Red Label 6 x 70cl £15.19 £91.14 50103 Johnny Walker Black Label 6 x 70cl £20.59 £123.54 50105 Laphroaig 10yr 6 x 70cl £23.99 £143.94 50112 Macallan 10yr 6 x 70cl £22.59 £135.54 50114 Monkey Shoulder 6 x 70cl £19.79 £118.74 82063 Oban Whisky 6 x 70cl £28.99 £173.94 50138 Talisker 10yr 6 x 70cl £25.99 £155.94 50117 Teachers 6 x 70cl £12.52 £75.12 26837 Bourbon Jack Daniel's Old No.7 6 x 70cl £15.89 £95.34 40573 Jack Daniel's Old No.7 6 x 1.5ltr £33.99 £203.94 16350 Makers Mark 6 x 70cl £19.49 £116.94 81418 Brandy Brandy is a distillate of fermented fruit, most commonly grape wine. This doesn’t mean that any leftover wine is distilled; in fact, the wine used for premium brandy will be sour and undrinkable. Just like fine wine, the location of the vineyard defines the quality of the brandy, which is also affected by the distillation methods and ageing process. The main brandy styles are cognac and armagnac from France, grappa from Italy and pisco from South America. Cognac is the best known of these, and has to follow very tightly prescribed production processes, which has ensured a consistently high quality, making it the ‘King of Brandy’. The quality of cognac is generally classified by age, with VS requiring that the youngest component is at least two years old, VSOP four years and XO six years. Remy Martin Remy Martin VSOP 6 x 70cl £25.49 £152.94 46660 other Cognac Courvoisier VS 40% 6 x 70cl £18.59 £111.54 25189 Courvoisier VS 40% 6 x 1.5ltr £39.19 £235.14 16353 Courvoisier VSOP 40% 6 x 70cl £28.39 £170.34 50158 Hennesey XO 6 x 70cl £79.49 £476.94 50159 Martell VS 6 x 70cl £17.79 £106.74 73310 Martell VS 6 x 1.5ltr £38.69 £232.14 50157 other brandy 3 Barrels Brandy 6 x 70cl £13.49 £80.94 50156 Dubaron Napoleon Brandy 12 x 70cl £8.79 £105.48 04802 Tequila Jose Cuervo Clasico 6 x 70cl £14.99 £89.94 50098 Jose Cuervo Gold Especial 6 x 70cl £14.99 £89.94 50100 Sambuca Luxardo Sambuca Nera 6 x 70cl £14.25 £85.50 82036 Romana Sambuca 6 x 70cl £14.39 £86.34 50143
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    1716 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk SPiRiTS SPiRiTS NO.IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Liqueurs Bailey's Irish Cream 6 x 70cl £11.19 £67.14 40572 Bailey's Irish Cream 6 x 1.5ltr £22.99 £137.94 16351 Blue Curacao 6 x 50cl £7.65 £45.90 50144 Creme de Bananes 17% 6 x 50cl £7.75 £46.50 81734 Creme de Cacao white 24% 6 x 50cl £7.75 £46.50 81735 Creme de Cassis 17% 6 x 50cl £6.35 £38.10 50146 Creme de Menthe 24% 6 x 50cl £7.75 £46.50 50145 Triple Sec Curacao 38% 6 x 50cl £9.39 £56.34 50147 Chambord Raspberry 6 x 70cl £14.85 £89.10 81768 Cointreau 6 x 70cl £15.99 £95.94 00536 Grand Marnier 6 x 70cl £19.39 £116.34 46662 Kahlua 6 x 70cl £14.69 £88.14 52465 Southern Comfort 6 x 70cl £15.09 £90.54 40574 Southern Comfort 6 x 1.5ltr £31.79 £190.74 50141 Stone's Ginger Wine 12 x 70cl £6.99 £83.88 50459 Tia Maria 6 x 70cl £12.19 £73.14 17228 Triple Sec 6 x 50cl £9.39 £56.34 50147 Amaretto Di Saronno 6 x 70cl £13.79 £82.74 07353 Drambuie 6 x 70cl £20.29 £121.74 07354 Midori Melon 6 x 70cl £13.09 £78.54 81884 Passoa passion fruit 6 x 70cl £10.49 £62.94 81898 RTDs Jack Daniel's Cola - can 12 x 330ml £21.49 82028 Smirnoff Ice Black 24 x 275ml £24.99 08464 Smirnoff Ice Red 24 x 275ml £24.49 52482 Smirnoff Ice Red - PET 24 x 275ml £25.99 97102 Smirnoff Tonic - can 12 x 250ml £15.49 82097 Southern Comfort Lemonade Lime - can 12 x 250ml £18.19 82030 Gordon’s Tonic - can 12 x 250ml £15.49 82903 Gordon’s Slimline Tonic - can 12 x 250ml £15.49 82095 Pimm's Lemonade - can 12 x 250ml £14.19 82098 Fortified Blandy's Clarence Maderia 6 x 75cl £9.59 £57.54 25335 Leyenda Fino sherry 6 x 75cl £5.99 £35.94 12006 Tio Pepe fino sherry 6 x 75cl £8.99 £53.94 07351 Leyenda Amontillado sherry 6 x 75cl £5.99 £35.94 11999 Croft Original pale cream Sherry 6 x 75cl £8.49 £50.94 25219 Harvey's Bristol Cream Sherry 6 x 75cl £8.79 £52.74 25192 Leyenda Oloroso sherry 6 x 75cl £5.99 £35.94 12000 Dow's Tawny port 6 x 75cl £7.79 £46.74 81465 Dow's Ruby port 6 x 75cl £7.79 £46.74 81454 Graham's LBV port 6 x 75cl £9.39 £56.34 81473 Taylor's LBV Port 6 x 75cl £10.29 £61.74 46654 Vermouth Cinzano Bianco 6 x 75cl £5.89 £35.34 30911 Martini Bianco 6 x 75cl £5.95 £35.70 50070 Martini Bianco 6 x 1.5ltr £11.59 £69.54 50073 Martini Extra Dry 6 x 75cl £5.95 £35.70 50067 Martini Extra Dry 6 x 1.5ltr £11.59 £69.54 33745 Martini Rosso 6 x 75cl £5.95 £35.70 12068 Martini Rosso 6 x 1.5ltr £11.59 £69.54 50068 Speciality After Shock Blue Citrus 6 x 70cl £17.89 £107.34 82042 After Shock Hot Cool Red 6 x 70cl £17.89 £107.34 82044 Archers Peach Schnapps 6 x 70cl £9.49 £56.94 16663 Archers Peach Schnapps 6 x 1.5ltr £19.19 £115.14 16349 Campari Bitter 6 x 70cl £12.65 £75.90 50150 Jagermeister 6 x 70cl £15.39 £92.34 13374 La Fee NV Absinthe 6 x 70cl £16.59 £99.54 82045 Malibu 6 x 70cl £10.29 £61.74 51691 Malibu 6 x 1.5ltr £22.99 £137.94 50151 Pernod 6 x 70cl £15.29 £91.74 55978 PEYCHAUD Bitters 12 x 148ml £6.49 £77.88 14463 Pimm's No.1 6 x 70cl £11.29 £65.94 00552 Pimm's No.1 6 x 1.5ltr £24.35 £146.10 50152 Sagatiba Pura Cachaça 6 x 70cl £12.99 £77.94 82047 Warninks Advocaat 6 x 70cl £10.09 £60.54 51082
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    1918 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk BEER BEER REGION Allglass bottles are Non Returnable Bottles (NRB) unless stated NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Beer While most would consider wine to be the natural partner to food, there has been a growing trend for beers to be served as the ideal match to certain foods. The classic example is to match local cuisine with a local beer, so premium Asian beers with a curry or sharp Mexican lagers with spicy foods. Other examples of beer types that complement certain foods are fish with wheat beers; chocolate with a stout, for example, Guinness; or sausages with a full-bodied bitter. Cobra Founded in 1989 by Karan Bilmoria, then aged 27 and £20,000 in debt. Over time, countless combinations were brewed to eventually create the perfect beer to accompany curry. First brewed in Bangalore, Cobra is brewed from a blend of malted barley, maize, hops, rice, yeast, water, and a little less gas than other beers. Distinctive, clean and extra smooth in taste, the 660ml bottles are great for sharing with friends at the dining table, the 330ml for a single serving. Cobra 12 x 660ml £21.99 82073 Cobra 24 x 330ml £21.99 82071 Tuborg Originating from Denmark in 1880, Tuborg is growing in popularity through its links with a number of high profile music events such as Reading and Leeds festivals. Tuborg 24 x 275ml £16.59 71132 other world beer Beck's Alcohol free 24 x 275ml £15.59 24207 Beck's 24 x 275ml £17.79 46626 Budweiser 24 x 330ml £23.09 40422 Stella Artois 24 x 330ml £17.79 46628 Peroni Nastro Azzurro 15 x 660ml £27.49 82083 Grolsch 24 x 275ml £23.39 82077 Carlsberg 24 x 275ml £14.79 46624 Carling 24 x 300ml £16.99 81506 Miller Genuine Draught 24 x 330ml £21.49 82078 Peroni Nastro Azzurro 24 x 330ml £21.49 52473 Singha 24 x 330ml £22.99 82088 Sol 24 x 330ml £21.79 82089 Budvar Budweiser 24 x 330ml £22.69 97101 Corona Extra 24 x 330ml £22.99 52472 Hoegaarden Wheat Beer 24 x 330ml £24.99 24062 Coopers Pale Ale 24 x 330ml £28.49 82217 Coors Light 24 x 330ml £20.99 82074 GrolsCh 12 x 450ml £26.29 82077 GrolsCh 24 x 275ml £23.40 TBC Packaged Beer - PET Carling 24 x 500ml £33.79 81596 Carlsberg 24 x 500ml £26.69 97790 Bottled Ale - glass Newcastle Brown Ale 12 x 550ml £19.29 46630 Tanglefoot 8 x 500ml £11.49 83285 Fuller's London Pride 24 x 330ml £23.99 TBC Packaged Beer - cans Boddingtons Bitter Draught 24 x 440ml £24.69 36822 Stella Artois 24 x 440ml £25.49 36821 Budweiser 24 x 440ml £26.39 81727 Tennent's 24 x 500ml £20.99 44089 Carling 24 x 500ml £22.99 81494 Stout Guinness draught - Can 24 x 440ml £28.49 27539 Guinness Surger - Can 24 x 520ml £33.99 82100 CIDER Bulmers Strongbow - can 24 x 440ml £20.99 07365 Kopparberg Apple 15 x 500ml £20.09 80326 Kopparberg Elderflower Lime 15 x 500ml £23.49 81419 Kopparberg Mixed Fruit 15 x 500ml £23.49 80327 Kopparberg Pear 15 x 500ml £20.09 80323 Magners Irish Cider 12 x 568ml £17.99 86782 Magners Irish Cider 24 x 330ml £25.99 TBC NO. IN Case PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code NO. IN Case PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code
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    2120 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk Soft DrinksSoft Drinks REGION NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code All glass bottles are Non Returnable Bottles (NRB) unless stated NO. IN Case PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code NO. IN Case PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Mixers - glass Schweppes Tonic Water 24 x 125ml £9.77 12760 Schweppes Slimline Tonic Water 24 x 125ml £9.50 12767 Schweppes Orange Juice 24 x 125ml £11.44 12772 Schweppes Tomato Juice 24 x 125ml £11.44 12779 Schweppes Tonic Water 24 x 200ml £15.81 09165 Schweppes Bitter lemon 24 x 200ml £15.52 09168 Schweppes Soda Water 24 x 200ml £15.81 09169 Schweppes Slimline Tonic Water 24 x 200ml £12.90 12781 SCHWEPPES CANADA GINGER ALE 24 x 125ml £7.82 80182 Schweppes Tomato Juice 24 x 200ml £13.78 12798 Schweppes Lemonade 24 x 200ml £10.44 87410 Diet Coke 24 x 200ml £14.00 13700 Coca Cola 24 x 200ml £14.00 13737 Appletiser 12 x 275ml £12.33 16773 BRITVIC JUICE GRAPEFRUIT 24 x 160ml £9.19 89249 BRITVIC JUICE PINEAPPLE 24 x 160ml £9.19 89254 BRITVIC JUICE ORANGE 24 x 160ml £9.19 89250 BRITVIC JUICE GRAPEFRUIT 24 x 160ml £9.19 89249 BRITVIC JUICE PINEAPPLE 24 x 160ml £9.19 89254 PET Diet Coke 6 x 2ltr £14.91 15647 Coca Cola 6 x 2ltr £14.91 18411 Schweppes Lemonade 6 x 2ltr £11.12 06530 Pre-mix - BIB Coca Cola Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £67.49 01753 Diet Coke Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £67.49 01756 Sprite Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £67.49 01773 Fanta Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £67.49 01774 Schweppes lemonade Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £66.83 91898 Schweppes Tonic water Concentrate 1 x 7ltr Bag £66.84 91897 HILDON NATURAL MINERAL Water Still, Glass BOTTLE 24 x 330ml £14.75 47657 Still, Glass BOTTLE 12 x 750ml £11.89 47659 Gently Carbonated, Glass BOTTLE 24 x 330ml £14.75 47658 Gently Carbonated, Glass BOTTLE 12 x 750ml £11.89 47660 SPRINGBOURNE NATURAL MINERAL Water Still, Glass bottle 12 x 750ml £8.17 03798 Still, Glass bottle 24 x 330ml £8.72 03805 Still, Glass bottle 24 x 250ml £8.64 56297 Still, Glass bottle 12 x 1ltr £9.42 56295 Sparkling, Glass bottle 12 x 750ml £8.18 03799 Sparkling, Glass bottle 24 x 330ml £8.73 03807 Sparkling, Glass bottle 24 x 250ml £8.64 56298 Sparkling, Glass bottle 12 x 1ltr £9.42 56296 Still, PET 24 x 330ml £7.04 56288 Still, PET 24 x 500ml £8.63 56291 Sparkling, PET 24 x 330ml £7.04 56290 Sparkling, PET 24 x 500ml £8.63 56292 SYRUPS JUICES GOMME SYRUP 6 x 70cl £20.94 TBC Grenadine Syrup 6 x 70cl £20.94 50148 Ocean Spray Classic Cranberry Juice Tetra 12 x 1ltr £20.50 57531 ENERGY DRINKS RED BULL 24 x 250ml £20.76 38304 SOFT DRINKS
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    23info@vivaswine.co.uk SPARKLINGWINE ChampaGneand Screwcap All bottles75cl unless otherwise stated22 Lorem ipsum dolorsit amet, consecteturadipiscing elit. In eteuismod massa.Aenean ut tempor nunc. SPARKLINGWINEand DID YOU KNOW? Dom Pérignon was originally charged by his superiors at the Abbey of Hautvillers to get rid of the bubbles as the pressure in the bottles caused many of them to burst in the cellar. The mysterious circumstance surrounding the then unknown process of fermentation and carbonic gas caused some critics to call the sparkling creations “The Devil's Wine”. style Guide Blanc de Noirs A French term (literally “white of blacks”) for a Champagne produced entirely from black grapes. Blanc de Blancs French term that means “white of whites”, and is used to designate Champagnes made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. Rosé The Rosé wines of Champagne are produced either by leaving the clear juice of black grapes to macerate on its skins for a brief time (known as the saigneé method) or, more commonly, by adding a small amount of still Pinot Noir red wine to the sparkling wine cuvée. Prestige Cuvée This is considered to be the producers top of the range wine and is not always produced every year depending on the quality of the vintage. Dom Pérignon is probably the most popular example of this style of wine. VINTAGE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code JACQUES CARTIER Jaques Cartier is a classic pouring champagne which really delivers. Made from an even mix of the Holy Trinity of Champagne grapes – Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier – it’s a reliable blend that’s a real crowd-pleaser whatever the occasion. Brut NV 6 £16.01 £96.06 81774 Produced by the Laurent Perrier winemaking team, this wine has a serious pedigree for the price. A toasty nose, good weight on the palate and gorgeous green apple and lemon flavours. VEUVE DELAROY A top value Champagne made by one of the regions’s biggest houses but still carrying the name of widow Delaroy who established it in the 19th century after the death of her artist husband in the Franco-Prussian war. Their “House blend” majors on the Pinot pair (Pinot Noir 40% and Pinot Meunier 40%) with the heavier, more citrus character of the Chardonnay grape making up just 20% of the blend. Brut NV 6 £17.22 £103.32 30185 Veuve Delaroy is a fresh and delicate Champagne with hints of strawberry, a squeeze of citrus and some nutty almond notes. Rosé NV 6 £20.32 £121.92 30186 Wild strawberries, juicy redcurrants and toasted hazelnuts combine to create this cracking pink fizz. DE CASTELLANE De Castellane is a family-run business owned by Laurent Perrier, which seems to us the perfect balance between the consistency and style of the family management, coupled with the scale and expertise of the larger Champagne House. De Castellane has been around a while; 115 years to be precise, and their striking buildings and 66m high bell tower are very much part of the Epernay skyline. But there’s more there than meets the eye, with some 6km of cellars lying beneath, housing thousands of bottles in perfect temperature-controlled safety. We love their distinctive label, which is adorned with the unmissable red cross, the emblem of France’s oldest military regiment. Croix Rouge Saint Andre Brut NV 6 £20.05 £120.30 81773 An easy-drinking style with great poise and balance. Delicate, clean and crisp fruit with a touch of biscuit on the finish. CROIX SAINT ROUGE Rosé NV 6 £23.77 £142.62 92530 This award winning Brut Rosé has a delicate salmon pink colour, a fruity and floral nose and a palate with complexity, roundness and freshness combining the delightful flavours of stewed and wild strawberries. Winner of the Rosé Champagne Trophy at the Decanter Wine Awards 2009. ChampaGne FoodieFACTS Champagne’s not just foraperitifs but can make amatch throughout a meal.Think about matching weight and acidity. CHAMPAGNE
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    2524 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk SPARKLINGWINE ChampaGneand SPARKLINGWINE ChampaGneand Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated LANSON Lanson have been making top quality champagne for nearly 300 years and have built an enviable reputation. They’re one of the top players in Champagne with the distinct advantage of being able to source grapes from throughout the region. This means that they can pick and choose their grapes to ensure that their “House” style remains consistently high, year after year. Black Label NV 6 £25.05 £150.30 46651 The Lanson “House style” is much fresher and crisper than most, making it ideal as an aperitif wine. Crisp green apples, lip-smacking citrus and a touch of honey on the finish. BRUT Rosé NV 6 £29.13 £174.78 30189 BRUT Rosé 20cl NV 24 £9.49 £227.76 30203 Delicate strawberry and red cherry aromas with a touch of toast and honey. The palate dances with red fruit and a lovely citrus twist. LAURENT-PERRIER Laurent-Perrier traces its roots back to 1812 when a former cooper and bottler by the name of Alphonse Pierlot purchased two vineyards. Pierlot willed his company to his cellar master, Eugene Laurent, who ran it with his wife, Mathilde Emilie Perrier. After Eugene Laurent died in 1887 his widow took control and attached her name to the company, changing it to Veuve Laurent-Perrier (veuve being the French word for widow). After the hardships of the first world war, it was then sold to an indomitable lady by the name of Mary-Louise Lanson de Nonancourt, who managed to keep it afloat during the second world war by taking the unusual steps of mortgaging 1000 cases of Champagne that she had concealed in the cellar walls to stop the booty from being confiscated by the Germans. The Nonancourt family are still heavily involved in the Champagne House and have seen their profile rocket in recent years with the rise in popularity of their iconic rosé Champagne. Brut NV 6 £26.64 £159.84 08938 Pale gold in colour with fine and effervescent bubbles. Delicate, fresh aromas of citrus and apple tingle on the palate delivering a rounded toasty finish. Cuvée Rosé Brut NV 6 £41.26 £247.56 93388 An iconic rosé Champagne. From the distinctive and beautifully designed bottle to the subtle red berry fruit, vivacious bubbles and gorgeous salmon-pink colour, it is a richly deserved reputation. VEUVE CLICQUOT PONSARDIN The House of Clicquot was founded in 1772, but owes its current fame to the founder’s remarkable daughter-in-law, Nicole Barbe Clicquot. Widowed in 1805, she took the bull by the horns and developed the business both technically and commercially in to the Champagne “powerhouse” that it is now. The distinctive orange label was first introduced in the mid-19th century and has become synonymous with an enduring and quality champagne. Yellow Label Brut NV 6 £32.38 £194.28 30219 Veuve Clicquot’s famous Yellow Label is one of the best-loved and best-selling Champagnes in the UK, famed for its rich, biscuity aromas and smooth, full-bodied taste. Moët CHANDON Moët Chandon are at the very heart of Champagne’s sucess. They have carefully nurtured the wines through good times and bad, building the story of Champagne in to a truly inspiring and aspirational wine. They now produce more Champagne than anyone else in the region with a quite staggering production but the quality still remains remarkably high. Brut Imperial NV 6 £29.03 £174.18 42069 Distinctive aromas of brioche and crunchy green apples with a crisp acidity on the palate. BOLLINGER The Champagne of choice for James Bond and if its good enough for Bond we think it must be worth a spot on the our list. Founded by Jacques Bollinger in 1829, this house is one of the few in Champagne to still be family owned. The “House” style is to produce wines rich in Pinot Noir and are one of the very few houses that actually mature their wines in oak for an extended period. Two thirds of the grapes come from Bollinger's own vineyards (157ha), which guarantees consistency in the quality of its wines year after year. Special Cuvée NV 6 £35.33 £211.98 91155 A sophisticated and complex Pinot Noir-dominated Champagne, which has the distinctive toasty finish of the Bollinger “house” style. DOM PÉRIGNON Dom Pérignon is only produced in the finest vintages. Usually a blend of half Pinot Noir and half Chardonnay (give or take a few per cent here or there), it is rightly regarded as one of the very best Champagnes, with the ability to age gracefully over many years. The wine is named after Pierre Pérignon, the monk at the Abbey of Hautvillers who, legend has it, 'discovered Champagne' in the 17th Century and announced it was like “drinking stars” presumably after a few glasses of the stuff! Dom PÉrignon 2002 6 £94.45 £566.70 30218 Rightly regarded as one of the very finest Champagnes, Dom Pérignon is supremely elegant with delicate citrus, apricot, brioche and apple flavours and a length that just keep on going. CHAMPAGNE continued VINTAGE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code VINTAGE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code
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    2726 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk SPARKLINGWINE ChampaGneand SPARKLINGWINE ChampaGneand VINTAGECLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated SPARKLING WINE MARQUIS DE LA TOUR Crémant is one of France’s best kept secrets. Made exactly the same way as its bigger, more expensive brother, Champagne, it’s one of the best value wines available. This Marquis de la Tour sparkling is produced by one of the Loire’s most famous names, Remy Pannier. These guys know every corner of this northerly region and have put together a couple of blends using two of the region’s stars, Chenin and Cabernet Franc, along with Champagne’s favourite, Chardonnay. The rosé in particular is one of our best-sellers and represents fantastic bang for your buck. Brut NV 6 £5.99 £35.94 30220 A delicious, sparkling Crémant from a quality producer. Fresh green apple, lime and citrus flavours make this a perfect choice for any occasion that demands a touch of indulgence. Rosé NV 6 £6.23 £37.38 08921 A great alternative to Champagne, this sparkler has strawberry and red cherry flavours, perfect for any ocassion. CONTI NERI Prosecco has enjoyed a resurgence over the last couple of years as people look for alternatives to Champagne. Prosecco can only be made from Glera grapes (previously also known as Prosecco grapes). The Glera grapes are grown in several regions of Italy, but Prosecco (which is now a DOC) can be produced only in the regions of Friuli Venezia Giulia and Veneto. Proseccos generally have a lighter, fresher and fruitier style due to the different production method and a lack of bottle age which is proving very popular particularly with female drinkers. Bis Bis is produced from a combination of the Prosecco grape (Glera) and the other local star, Raboso, and is a great aperitif-style sparkling rosé wine. Prosecco di Prosecco NV 6 £9.24 £55.44 30235 A delicious alternative to Champagne, this Prosecco has a lighter and fruitier style making it incredibly moreish! A bright straw-yellow colour with lovely aromas of pears and wildflowers that burst right out of the glass. Bis Bis Raboso/Glera Rosé Frizzante NV 6 £5.58 £33.48 11011 Light cherry in colour, this Italian lightly sparkling wine is an attractive blend of strawberry and raspberry flavours, finished off with a citrus twist. FREIXENET Freixenet has been producing outstanding Cava for over 100 years and has always been a family-run business despite their unprecendented success. But rather than rest on their laurels, the family has developed some quite phenomenal technology, in conjuction with the boffins from NASA (yes that’s NASA, the space agency!), to develop the ultimate yeasts for their wines. This sort of drive marks Freixenet out as true pioneers and guardians of the spirit and quality of the Cava name, and we’re delighted to have their wines exclusively available to ViVAS customers. Cordon Negro Cava Brut Reserva NV 6 £8.42 £50.52 96191 Cordon Negro Cava Brut 20cl NV 12 £2.92 £35.04 91351 A fantastic fizz with bags of green and red apple flavours, a generous wedge of citrus and a slightly biscuity finish. Cordon Cava Rosado NV 6 £8.42 £50.52 96195 Cordon Cava Rosado 20cl NV 12 £2.96 £35.52 70086 Showing all the elegance and quality that Cava can provide, this has beautiful red summer fruit flavours followed by a long, creamy finish. THOMAS MITCHELL Thomas Mitchell’s first vines were planted in the early 1970s after Australian wine industry legend Colin Preece identified an old patch of grazing land known as Blackwood Park as having great winemaking potential. This pioneering spirit continues to this day with new winemaker Ben Haines at the controls. Brut NV 6 £7.59 £45.54 30226 Unlike the Aussie cricket team, this wine has real backbone! This is a cracking sparkling wine made predominantly from Chardonnay and Semillon grapes, which bring together tropical fruit flavours, citrus and a hint of peach. LINDAUER Lindauer is New Zealand’s biggest-selling sparkler and was the first NZ wine producer to use the traditional “Champagne method” of production (the 2nd fermentation occurring in the bottle). The first vintage was produced in 1981 and since then they have built a steady reputation for some serious sparkling production. The fruit is sourced from the cooler climate North Island regions of Gisborne and Hawkes Bay and picked early to ensure the natural acidity is retained; a key component for quality sparkling production. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, the traditional mainstay of Champagne, form the basis of the Brut blend, with some careful pressing and handling in the winery. Unlike many sparkling wines, the wines are then stored in bottle for 12 months ageing before they are considered suitable for release, giving them a lovely rich, yeasty flavour that adds that touch of class. Brut CUVÉE NV 6 £8.88 £53.28 92528 Toasty aromas with hints of lemon and apple, a generous mousse and a palate with red pinot fruit, golden delicious apple with a twist of lime.
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    FRANCE 29info@vivaswine.co.uk VINTAGE CLOSURE NO.IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated Shopping list Époisses de Bourgogne, Goose fat, Fleur de Sel (sea salt), Green Puy lentils, crème fraîche did you know? The concept of terroir; which refers to the unique combination of natural factors associated with any particular vineyard, is “the” essential factor of French winemaking and central to their Appellation Controlée system. It includes such factors as soil, underlying rock, altitude, slope of hill or terrain, orientation toward the sun and microclimate (typical rain, winds, humidity, temperature variations, etc.). Even in the same area, no two vineyards have exactly the same terroir and this will dictate whether the vineyard is declared Grand Cru Chablis or Petit Chablis for example and they can de separated by just a couple of metres. FoodieFACTS Matching French wines iscomparatively easy, just lookat how the locals do it. Fishwith Loire wines, duck and richfoods with Gascon wines andgame and hearty stews with Burgundies. The third weekend in November hosts the “Les Trois Glorieuses”, or “the three glorious days”, centred on the Hospice de Beaune wine auction, which is the oldest in the world. It dates from 1859 when 189 barrels of fine Burgundy wine were sold there. During the weekend, the producers of the town open their cellar doors for enthusiasts to taste their latest vintage.The pinnacle of the festival is the Paulée, which is a celebration of the King of Burgundian wines, Meursault.The producers all get together with friends, families and VIPs to celebrate the end of harvest and generally have a good knees-up which, according to a reliable source, is not for the faint-hearted! LES TROIS Glorieuses 2928 info@vivaswine.co.uk LA SERRE The La Serre pair are made by the same winemaking team that makes the Serle Noir wines, so the quality is reassuringly high despite their dimunitive stature. The wines are bottled in lightweight Burgundy-style glass bottles. Sauvignon Blanc, Vin de Pays d’Oc 18.75cl 2010 48 £1.77 £84.96 92837 Gooseberries and citrus muddled together to create a food-friendly Sauvignon from the South of France. Merlot, Vin de Pays d’Oc 18.75cl 2010 48 £1.70 £81.60 92833 Plums and cherries blend perfectly with soft juicy tannins.. GRAVITé These wines are the prefect tonic to the super-charged fruit-packed specimens from the New World as they are restrained and sophisticated with lovely layers of flavour. The Gravité wines are produced by the crack winemaking team at Foncalieu; an impressive, quality-focused co-operative based near the ancient city of Carcasonne in the Languedoc. Blanc Medium, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £4.60 £27.60 09821 This off-dry wine erupts with ripe tropical fruit which cascades from the glass and envelop you in a warming cosy blanket of flavour. Blanc, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £4.60 £27.60 30004 Bright, fresh and fruity with peach, pear and passion fruit flavours on the thirst-quenching palate. Rosé, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £4.60 £27.60 30005 A great summer rosé with a vibrant pink colour, jammy red fruits and a refreshing finish. Rouge, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £4.60 £27.60 30008 Packed with juicy vibrant red fruits, the wine is soft, rounded and far too easy to drink. Languedoc Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated FRANCE
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    FRANCE 30 WWW.vivaswine.co.uk VINTAGE CLOSURENO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated FRANCE 31info@vivaswine.co.uk VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code SERLE NOIR The Serle Noir wines are sourced from the Languedoc-Rousillon region of France. This region has a perfect grape-growing climate, which is why there are over 3000km2 of vines carpeting the area, three times that of Bordeaux. Over recent years, many of the vineyards have either been scrubbed up or developed to improve the wine quality and it now represents one of the best value corners of France. Vins de Pays d’Oc wines have become a reliable indicator of quality and the Serle Noir wines are no exception. Sauvignon Blanc, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 12356 Distinctly French in style, this Sauvignon Blanc has more refined green fruit and citrus flavours than its New World counterparts. Chardonnay, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 73822 This is what the Languedoc does best. Classy Chardonnay with plenty of ripe tropical fruit with a proper backbone of acidity to deliver the perfect balance. Viognier, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 77248 Viognier is the darling of the wine fraternity and this example is a class drop. Perfumed peach and apricot is its unmistakable calling card, backed up by a rich and well put-together body. Merlot Rosé, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 96185 Ripe flavours of raspberries and red cherries dominate the nose and palate leading on to a clean finish. Merlot, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 11084 Like an instant St.Tropez tan! There’s so much sun in this wine that you can just taste it. Lush sweet plums and black cherries. Syrah, Vin de Pays d’Oc 2010 6 £5.21 £31.26 79380 Syrah, from the South of France, has more restrained black fruits than its showy Shiraz cousin from Down Under, with its savoury notes of provence herbs make it a great food wine. Rhône LOUIS BERNARD The wines of the Rhône can be produced from a number of different grapes but the lion’s share are Grenache and Syrah based with Cinsault and Mourvèdre playing a supporting role. The vast majority of wines are Côtes du Rhône wines whilst Crozes-Hermitage and Châteauneuf-du-Pape make up a relatively small but prestigious proportion of production. Based in Orange, this Rhône collective goes from strength to strength, producing good examples from all the main appellations across the Southern Rhône, sourcing grapes from over 40 different estates. Taking over the reins is new chief winemaker Ralph Garcin, who brings with him international winemaking experience from stints on the west coast of America and Burgundy. The results are wines with plenty of fruit but with a distinct sense of place. Côtes du Rhône Rouge, Cuvée des Prelats 37.5cl NV 12 £4.08 £48.96 09510 Soft, juicy Côtes du Rhône with classic strawberry Grenache fruit matched with Syrah's tell-tale peppery spice. Rounded, ripe and fruity with bags of character. Côtes du Rhône Rouge 2006 6 £6.85 £41.10 30132 This is what the Rhône is all about, showing the more elegant side to the Syrah grape supported by a host of other local grape varieties. Blackberry and juicy blackcurrants are balanced by a savoury black pepper and spice layer. Côtes du Rhône Villages 2006 6 £7.46 £44.76 30133 Fabulously fruity Côtes du Rhône with ripe red berry fruit on both the nose and palate: strawberries, raspberries and cherries all make cameo appearances. The structure is soft and approachable with juicy tannins and fresh acidity. Crozes-Hermitage 2006 6 £10.50 £63.00 30135 Sinfully rich, with bundles of spicy black fruit and a length that seems to go on forever. Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Les Galets 2006 6 £18.10 £108.60 30140 A brilliant example of a Châteauneuf with impeccable breeding – big, bold and spicy with rich black fruit and a smidge of spice. ELS PYRENEUS Launched in 2008 to great acclaim, the Els Pyreneus range throws away the old political borders to unite some of the most exciting wine regions on both the French and Spanish sides of the Pyrenees. The wines are made by top winemaker Jean Marc Lafage and are sourced from old vines in Roussillon, Emporda and Calatayud. Despite the wines all reflecting their individual terroirs, they’re linked by a fantastic intensity of fruit and minerality that marks them out from the crowd. Picpoul de Pinet 2010 6 £6.63 £39.78 70090 One of France’s forgotten gems, fresh, racy and lean. Medium-bodied with a pale yellow complexion, a flowery nose, and a solid slug of citrus and tropical fruits. Muscat de Rivesaltes 50cl 2010 6 £8.55 £51.30 81777 An unusual and very distinctive dessert wine produced in small quantities in the Languedoc-Rousillon. Made from the Muscat d’Alexandrie and Muscat à Petits Grains grapes, it has a very floral nose and a palate rich with apricot, honey and orange flavours and a balancing acidity on the finish. Languedoc continued
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    FRANCE FRANCE 3332 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk VINTAGECLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated Château CANTELYS Daniel Cathiard purchased Château Cantelys, in Pessec-Leognan, in 1994. It’s located on a superb, gravelly rise across from the science park in Martillac and is a neighbour of Châteaux Smith Haut Lafitte and Rochemorin. The château has 30 hectares in production (20 with red wine varieties, 10 with white). Château Cantelys, Pessac-Leognan 2006 6 £18.85 £113.10 96231 A classic red Bordeaux from the Graves region just to the south of the city. Medium-bodied and elegant with deep blackcurrant, cedar wood and cigar smoke notes. Château DU LEVANT The second wine of the highly-rated Château Liot in Barsac, Château du Levant Sauternes is made from younger vines on the 20-hectare estate. 30-year-old vines are grown on red clay layers upon some limestone subsoil. Botrytis-affected grapes are hand-picked after several sortings, lightly crushed and then fermented in stainless steel. After traditional winemaking, the wine is aged for 18 months in stainless steel tanks. Château du Levant, Sauternes 37.5cl 2008 12 £9.39 £112.68 94625 Sauternes is probably the most famous region for sweet wines in the world and this juicy number ticks all the boxes with flavours of apricot, citrus, caramel, vanilla and cream. The fantastic acidity cuts through the lusciously sweet fruit to leave the palate refreshed. ALSACE CAVE DE RIBEAUVILLé The vineyards of Ribeauvillé have been here since the beginning of time. It was the Lords of Ribeaupierre and the Benedictine monks who first made use of the natural resources with its south-facing slopes and different soils. In 1895 the co-operative was founded to help winegrowers to cope with times of crisis. The co-op has managed over the past hundred years to keep the original spirit going and the quality of the wines has grown and grown. All the fruit is meticulously hand-picked to produce a superb range of boutique wines. Andante Gewurztraminer/Muscat 2010 6 £8.24 £49.44 82744 As clean and crisp as the Alsatian air that helped create it, this bountiful blend is packed with ripe, sweet tropical fruit. Bordeaux Château L’EGLISE Decent Claret can be hard to find at a reasonable price and is always a joy when you do find it. So we were delighted when our buying team unearthed this little beauty to add to the list. A blend of the usual suspects from the region of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Château L’Eglise, Bordeaux 2009 6 £6.83 £40.98 10865 A true Bordelaise; rich, suave and sophisticated! Lovely blackcurrant and plum fruit combined with fine, savoury tannins and a well balanced finish. Château LA CROIX FERRANDaT St-Emilion is all about the Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes which combine to create a smoother more rounded style of Bordeaux from a younger age than their more highly structured Cabernent Sauvignon-dominated rivals. Arriving relatively late at the classification party, St-Emillion was only classified in 1955, compared to the 1855 classification of the rest of Bordeaux’s major hitters. Unlike these other regions, however, they constantly update their quality hierarchy, which helps to promote the constant improvement in wine from the area. Château La Croix Ferrandat, St-Emilion 2009 6 £10.09 £60.54 13022 Château La Croix has plenty of primary black fruit flavours before leading in to a secondary encore of mocha and tobacco flavours. Château LAMARTRE The Château Lamartre vineyards have belonged to the Vialard-Patureau family for two generations and cover an area of 11.58 hectares. Situated in Saint-Etienne de Lisse, at the bottom of the slopes, the estate benefits from a good exposure to the south. The vineyard is made up of 83% Merlot and 17% Cabernet Franc, with soil composed of sand, clay and limestone. Château Lamartre, St-Emilion Grand Cru 2008 12 £13.12 £157.44 98342 A big rich St-Emilion with ripe blackberry, damson and black cherry fruit. Sweet, juicy tannins, spicy cinnamon and cedar oak and lively acidity complete the picture. Château TOUR PIBRAN Château Pibran is a rare beast in Paullac; it produces attractive and affordable wines which are a rare alternative to the classed growth estates in Pauillac. Its vineyards border Mouton, Pontet-Canet and Grand Puy-Lacoste but the domination of Merlot in most of its blends makes the wines more supple and earlier to drink than many of its more austere Pauillac neighbours. Château Tour Pibran is the second wine of the château and respresents great value for money. ChÂteau Tour Pibran, Pauillac 2007 6 £17.60 £105.60 96214 Made by a quality château that borders some of the most famous and expensive names in the world of wine, and some of this star quality has certainly rubbed off on this wine. Blackcurrants, plums with some cinnamon and spice on the finish; classy stuff.
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    FRANCE FRANCE 3534 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk VINTAGECLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated DOMAINE DE LA CHEZATTE A family-run operation that produces traditional, classically-styled Sancerre. No matter how hard you hunt, you’ll not find any new oak barrels or fancy winemaking techniques here. The wines speak clearly of the grapes and region: pure, fresh and clean, with Sancerre’s characteristic racy acidity. Sancerre Blanc 2009/10 6 £11.19 £67.14 98360 A powerfully perfumed wine with intense notes of asparagus, lemon and grapefruit and a finish that just keeps on going. Burgundy LOUIS CHEDeVILLE Louis Chedeville is made by one of the oldest, and most prestigious negociants in Burgundy, Bouchard Aine et Fils, who have an enviable portfolio of vineyards from which to source their grapes. Head winemaker Laurent Mairet crafts modern wines, which are designed to be extremely approachable almost immediately, rather than needing to stash them away for a decade or two before drinking. A 21st century Burgundy from a company with 18th century roots. Mâcon Villages 2009 6 £7.86 £47.16 88102 Mâcon is one of the few regions of Burgundy that can produce fantastic wines at reasonable prices.This beauty looks posh and tastes posh and is dripping with crisp green apple flavours and a squeeze of lemon. FRANCOISE CHAUVENET For such a relatively small appellation, Chablis’s reputation is practically unrivalled in terms of great white wines and it’s not hard to see why. The combination of crisp green fruit, citrus and that “mineral” quality cannot be replicated anywhere in the world with such success. This “mineral” character is often referred to in many of France’s classic white wines but it proves incredibly hard to articulate except to say that it is the steely cold character which sits behind the fruit. Chablis 2009 6 £9.82 £58.92 30152 A good quality Chablis from the boys at Bouchard. Golden Delicious, honey dew melon and a limey streak running through it. Loire Cuvée DES DUCS Muscadet has suffered unfairly in recent years, the baby thrown out with the bathwater as the trendy 90s rejected everything that had gone before. Chereau-Carre, who produces Cuvée des Ducs, is one of a number who are rebuilding the area’s reputation with a quality-driven approach that’s paying dividends. The Chereau-Carre wines are classic Muscadets; dry and light with a fresh bite of lemon and just a hint of richness from the sur lie ageing. Muscadet Sevre et Maine, Ducs de Bretagne Chereau Carre 2010 6 £6.33 £37.98 85208 A gem of a Muscadet with the characteristic green apple and citrus pair joined by grapefruit and lime. A real steal. LES NUAGES Such was the success of the Les Nuages Sauvignon Blanc we introduced last year that we have decided to add the Pinot Noir and Rosé to the range as well. These wines showcase what the Loire can really do when you look beyond Muscadet, Sancerre and Pouily Fumé. Their primary grapes are Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir which they’ve been growing for centuries, long before the rest of us cottoned on to what fantastic wines they can produce. These wines are less fruit-driven than their southern hemisphere cousins and so allow more layers of flavour to express themselves. Touraine Sauvignon Blanc 2010 6 £6.87 £41.22 10266 This Touraine Sauvignon is a baby Sancerre originating close by in the Loire. Characteristic green fruit flavours are contrasted with more mineral notes giving the wine a personality of its own. Rosé 2010 6 £6.45 £38.70 70089 A vibrant, Pinot-charged Loire rosé with flavours of wild strawberries and red cherry and a crisp finish Pinot Noir 2009 6 £6.45 £38.70 70088 A light but intense red with juicy redcurrant, cherry and spicy Pinot character on the nose with a fresh finish. Eric Louis, les affaubertis A family owned firm that places a distinct emphasis on tradition and quality, but with a welcome move towards screw caps from the excellent 2005 vintage onwards the company is also looking forward and embracing the twenty-first century. Given the fresh, crisp, aromatic style of the wines, bottling them under the twisting top makes perfect sense. 'Les affaubertis' means strange. Indeed, in the past the winemakers of Pouilly didn't train the vines the same way as the other Loire winemakers and hence earnt their nickname of “Les affaubertis”! Pouilly-Fumé 2010 6 £11.68 £70.08 92514 This is textbook Loire Sauvignon Blanc. Restrained and elegant, it has understated green apple and lime fruit with hints of flint and smoke on the finish.
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    FRANCE FRANCE 3736 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk VINTAGECLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated ROCHE DE BELLENE Sourced by the only self-proclaimed, Haute Couture négociant in Burgundy, Nicolas Potel pools all his winemaking know-how and large black book of Burgundian vineyards to bring some fantastic domaine wines to the market. Following on from his time as winemaker at the family estate in Volnay, the wonderful Le Domaine de la Pousse d’Or, Nicolas Potel produced his own wine in 1996, before in 2000 creating Maison Potel-Aviron within the Beaujolais region. By 2005, Nicolas had built up his own estate in Beaune with 15 hectares of vines farmed organically, Domaine de Bellene. Volnay Vieilles Vignes 2008 6 £21.91 £131.46 97650 Volnay is famous for making light, elegant wines and this is an excellent example – aromatic and delicate with floral red cherry, strawberry and raspberry fruit flavours. Nuits-St-Georges Vieilles Vignes 2008 6 £23.81 £142.86 94659 Deep in colour, this is a characteristically chunky Nuits-St-Georges wine, with good depth of plummy fruit, damsons and leathery undertones. MOMMESSIN Beaujolais is the Swiss Army knife of wines! It’s extremely flexible, able to cope with food, or not, served at room temperature or chilled, and appealing to red and white drinkers alike. The Gamay grape dominates the winemaking landscape in Beaujolais and the locals are extremely proud of their grape, which produces approachable light red wines that are extremely distinctive with the trademark summer fruits and bubblegum aromas. The headquarters of Mommessin is the beautiful Château de Pierreux, lying amidst 100 hectares of vines and one of the region’s true quality beacons. Beaujolais, Petits Fruits Rouges 2010 6 £6.67 £40.02 94628 A lovely light strawberry-infused wine, with soft tannins and a surprisingly long length. Perfect for those who like their reds a little lighter. CAVE DE FLEURIE Fleurie is one of Beaujolais' ten named villages and is famed for its fruit-charged and violet-infused wines. The oldest co-operative in Beaujolais, Cave de Fleurie is responsible for making over a third of all AC Fleurie wine on behalf of its 320 members. Despite its size, the Cave is totally quality-focused and represents very good value. Fleurie Millesime 2010 6 £9.35 £56.10 10232 Red summer fruits and floral aromas lead seductively in to a velvety light texture and a satisfying length with soft tannins and strawberry flavours. Burgundy continued DOMAINE DES MARRONNIERS Bernard Legland owns fifteen hectares of vines near the old church in the pretty village of Prehy. Following a regime of strict pruning and minimum intervention in the vineyard, and clean, modern winemaking in the cellar, his wines have the weight, balance and poise that marks out good Chablis from the everyday. Legend has it that his cellar door is always open – a story we find entirely believable as we never seem to be able to get our hands on enough of his Premier Cru Montmains! Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2009 6 £14.49 £86.94 94634 Benchmark Chablis from a small producer with big ambitions. Completely unoaked Chardonnay, it has just a hint of honeyed richness tucked in behind the zesty, minerally lemon and apple fruit. BOUCHARD AINE FILS The appellation of Saint-Véran takes its name from a small village south of Pouilly (though, rather strangely, the spelling of the village is Saint-Vérand and the “d” is dropped from the appellation). As a wine-producing entity, Staint-Véran came later than the Pouillys, whose prices had sky-rocketed. In short, Saint-Véran filled the gap between simple Mâcon-Villages and the more expensive appellations. Interestingly, the vineyards named Saint-Véran are split in two; half the appellation is south-west of Pouilly-Fuissé and half is to its north-east. Saint-Véran 2008 6 £10.60 £63.60 96202 A fresh, fruity and forward white Burgundy packed with ripe peach, nectarine and lemon fruit flavours. Another of Burgundy’s unsung heroes, this appellation, in the Mâconnais, south of the Côte de Beaune, is much better value than its illustrious northern contemporaries. The area used to be known simply as “Pouilly”, but when the AOC laws were introduced, it was split into three: Pouilly-Fuissé, Pouilly-Loché and Pouilly-Vinzelles. Chardonnay rules here being the only permitted grape variety allowed. Pouilly-Fuissé 2009 6 £12.70 £76.20 84799 A big, bold Chardonnay that despite its intensity has bags of style and panache. DOMAINE LATOUR GIRAUD Meursault is one of the jewels in the Côte de Beaune crown that produces 98% white from Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc grapes. The Latour-Giraud family have been making wines since the French Revolution days and have two hectares of vineyards of mixed soil types. Their philosophy is to produce wines that truly represent the distinct environment of Meursault showing the amazing minerality that the soil imparts. A prince among Burgundy producers. Meursault, Cuvée Charles Maxime 2008 12 £22.60 £271.20 09772 Jean-Pierre Latour is one of the most underrated winemakers in Meursault. This is a posh, rich white Burgundy packed with nectarine and citrus fruit that zings across the palate. If you care more about the juice than the label, this is for you.
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    WWW.vivaswine.co.uk Screwcap All bottles75cl unless otherwise stated Shopping list Parma Ham, basil, olive oil, truffles, parmigiano reggiano, garlic,courgettes, anchovies Italy is probably the best example of a country that produces wine to match its food. Many of their wines, particularly reds, have relatively high levels of acidity to allow the wines to cut through rich Italian sauces. The bizarrely-titled Stockfish Fair is held at Melazzo near Alessandria in the northern region of Piedmont. Five appointed chefs cook huge quantities of dried fish with tomato sauce, olives, anchovies, tuna, and garlic.The day’s events culminate in the hotly-contested stockfish-hurling contest. SAGRA DELLO Stoccafisso 3938 info@vivaswine.co.uk ITALY DID YOU KNOW? The Primitivo grape variety, which is indigenous to the warmer south of Italy, is very closely related to the Zinfandel grape in California and is believed to have been transported across the Atlantic during the 19th century as people left to join the Gold Rush. Gavi is perfect with pastaand pesto. It has a medium body,sherbet-lemon flavours withsome pear and green apple anda steely backbone of acidity. FoodieFACTS TINI The Tini wines were introduced to the ViVAS List last year and have proved to be incredibly popular. They have distinct fruit character, are incredibly fresh and have an unusual balance and poise for wines at this level. The trio heralds from the Emilia-Romagna region and are made in conjunction with the ViVAS winemaking team who ensure that the wines remain at the top of their game. Trebbiano/Chardonnay Rubicone 2010/11 6 £4.27 £25.62 91174 A fresh white with flavours of green apple, pear and a nutty finish. Sangiovese Rosato Rubicone 2010 6 £4.27 £25.62 91179 A bright, vibrant Rosé with light red cherry aromas and wild strawberry flavours. Sangiovese Rubicone 2010 6 £4.27 £25.62 91175 Full of cherry fruit with velvety tannins and a firm body. VILLA DEI FIORI The Villa dei Fiori wines have been put together by the ViVAS winemaking team to celebrate two of Italy’s most appealing inhabitants: Fiano and Primitivo. These two indigenous grape varieties have been rejuvenated in recent years with the arrival of wines with concentrated flavours, typicity and, most importantly, freshness. We’re really proud of this pair, which are a real steal at the price. Fiano, Puglia 2010 6 £5.50 £33.00 81767 Fiano is a member of Italy’s “bright young things” that are currently making a splash. Soft tropical fruit flavours are beautifully balanced by lemon and almond flavours. Primitivo, Puglia 2010 6 £5.23 £31.38 08935 Lovely concentrated black stone fruit flavours from another of Italy’s rising stars (aka Zinfandel in California). CONTI ROSSI Tenementi, producers of our exclusive Conti Neri wines, were producing fantastic Pinot Grigios with complexity and flavour long before it became “the” fashionable grape variety. They’re not easily impressed and are certainly not going to be changing their practices due to market trends! Which is great news for us as their wines have remained far more concentrated and complex than most of the other Pinot Grigios that you see on the market. Pinot Grigio, Provincia di Verona 2010 6 £5.48 £32.88 70091 Proper, grown-up Pinot Grigio is hard to find, but we’ve struck gold here with a brilliant example of just how good it really can be. Pears and apples go head-to-head and can only be separated by a squeeze of lemon. Pinot Grigio Blush, provincia di verona 2010 6 £5.33 £31.98 70092 A lighter and drier style of rosé than the New World produces, but with enough red fruit to provide depth of flavour. VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated ITALY
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    40 WWW.vivaswine.co.uk ITALY VINTAGE CLOSURENO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated 41info@vivaswine.co.uk ITALY VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code RIVA LEONE The Rive Leone wines celebrate modern Italian winemaking at its best. Gavi and Barbera have been around for centuries but the advent and uptake of modern winemaking techniques is bringing them to the attention of a whole new audience of wine drinkers. Plenty of fruit and freshness allow these wines to be drunk on their own as well as complementing the fabulous Italian cuisine for which they were designed in tandem. Gavi 2010/11 6 £6.52 £39.12 08936 One of the best Italian whites, Gavi is made with the lesser-known Cortese grape and produces a subtle elegant wine full of peach and apricot and with a long lingering finish. Barbera, Piemonte 2010 6 £5.90 £35.40 81782 The Barbera grape is Italy’s third most widely-planted grape variety and produces some of Northern Italy’s finest reds. It has flavours of black and red berries as well as a touch of dried fruit, held together in a light body. Barolo 2007 6 £12.62 £75.72 81787 A modern, rich and full-bodied Barolo made from 100% Nebbiolo. It has floral notes of roses and spice and real depth to the palate. CASTELLANI Piergiorgio Castellani, third generation and owner of the Castellani Estate, wouldn’t look out of place on a Milan catwalk, such is his stylish demeanor. But once the conversation starts you begin to appreciate what a hugely passionate man lies beneath, with bags of drive and buckets of ambition. He has a clear vision; to produce the best wines possible blending a sense of place and tradition with modern winemaking practises. He has spent the last few years restoring the family estate, in the rolling hills of Tuscany, to its former glory, and the results, like his wines, are spectacular. Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico 2009 6 £5.76 £34.56 08944 A modern Italian white with lemon, lime and a sprinkling of almond. Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2010 6 £4.84 £29.04 30285 Montepulciano is a cracking red grape from Italy’s Abruzzo region that packs a punch of spicy red and black fruit and just loves Mediterranean food. Chianti 2010 6 £5.88 £35.28 30291 Bright red cherry flavours are beautifully balanced by savoury undertones and a touch of sweet vanilla. chianti riserva, villa di campobello 2007 6 £6.71 £40.26 06623 A concentrated and juicy Riserva with upfront black cherry and chocolate making way for some secondary savoury flavours. TALENTI The Talenti estate is located south of Montalcino, close to the small medieval village of San Angelo in Colle. Ricardo Talenti has overseen plenty of improvements in both the vineyards and cellar since taking over from grandfather Pierluigi. The Brunello comes from the pick of their older vineyards, planted in 1981, and then follows a precise winemaking process. It then matures in large oak barrels (26 and 18 hl) with a small percentage in 500-litre tonneaux for two years and then 12 months in bottle before being released. Brunello di Montalcino 2004 6 £24.35 £146.10 06627 Brunello is perhaps Tuscany’s most famous wine – celebrated for its power, intensity and ability to age. A bold, dark, spicy wine with deep black cherry fruit and chocolate with ripe tannins. NICOLIS With 39 hectares of vineyards, including 15 hectares of the oldest and most prestigious land in the region, the Nicolis family is well placed to produce excellent wines. A few days before the grapes are mature enough to make the wine, experts go through the vineyards and select the best, well separated bunches of grapes. These grapes are then placed in wooden drawers (or, alternatively, on bamboo mats) and transferred to special areas that are dry and well aerated. The grapes are then naturally dried out to raisins and thus an amazingly high concentration of sugars, glycerol, and other aromas are obtained after extraction. The raisined grapes are then pressed in January to produce this unusual and distinctive wine. Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2005 6 £28.99 £173.94 09769 Amarone is one of Italy’s most unusual wines. Produced from grapes that have been dried in the sun until they are almost raisins, producing a concentrated spicy wine packed with intense bittersweet cherry fruit flavours. CERETTO The Ceretto family is as Italian as Ferrari, Parmesan and Serie A. This is a true family operation, where the offspring of founding brothers Bruno and Marcello now run the show with both exquisite style and plenty of humour. With the family owning plots in some of the region’s best vineyards, Ceretto is in the very top tier of Piedmont winemaking. Barolo Zonchera 2007 6 £23.36 £140.16 79068 Ceretto are one of the best Barolo producers. The wine is quite light in colour but packs a punch on the palate with flavours of red berries, roses and smoke. A bit of beast that can be tamed with some hearty Italian cuisine.
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    WWW.vivaswine.co.uk Screwcap All bottles75cl unless otherwise stated 4342 info@vivaswine.co.uk Shopping list tomatoes, calamares, piementon (paprika), oranges, cod did you know? The solera system is a process used to produce sherry in the Andalucia region, using a system of ‘fractional blending’: a fraction of each year’s wine is added to the top of the solera, creating a knock-on blending that results in a consistent style and an average age that is determined by the fractions and the number of years (or layers) that are blended. La Tomatina is a festival held in the Valencian town of Buñol, in which the idea is to hurl as many tomatoes at the opposing team as possible. It’s held on the last Wednesday in August, during the week of festivities of Buñol.At around 10am festivities begin with the first event of the Tomatina, the “palo jabón”, similar to the “greasy pole”.The goal is to climb a greased pole with a ham on top.As this happens, the revellers work themselves into a frenzy of singing and dancing whilst being showered in water from hoses. Once someone is able to drop the ham off the top of the pole, the fight is on. la tomatina Festival SPAiN VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code REY VIEJO Rey Viejo is our latest development from Spain and we think it’s so regal that we named it the ‘Old King’! The winemakers combine both the tradition of Spanish winemaking with all the developments of the last 20 years to create fruity, fresh, modern wines. These wines come from the La Mancha region, right in the heart of the country and express the real spirit of Spain at a price you just can’t refuse. Tinto NV 12 £4.03 £48.36 09728 Fruity, juicy red berries and plums with a soft rounded finish. Blanco NV 12 £4.03 £48.36 09733 A fresh white with apple and peach flavours and a zingy finish EL MURO Well-priced wines from Spain used to be given an advisedly wide berth. But that was then and this is now. The new generation of winemakers have embraced modern winemaking techniques wholeheartedly and, blessed with a fantastic winegrowing climate, plenty of old vines and stable pricing, it's quickly becoming Europe’s most reliable producer. These wines are made in the warm La Mancha region, South of Madrid, and are bursting with fresh summer fruits. Macabeo, DO CariÑena 2009/10 6 £4.24 £25.44 30302 Full-flavoured with peach and apricot backed up by zippy acidity. Garnacha Rosado, DO CariÑena 2009/10 6 £4.24 £25.44 30484 Groaning with strawberry and raspberry flavours and finishing with plenty of crispness. Tempranillo/Garnacha, DO CariÑena 2009/10 6 £4.24 £25.44 30303 A soft, fruity, easy-going red with bags of strawberry and raspberry fruit and just a twist of pepper on the finish. Churros – these are a popular speciality often sold on street corners, resembling stretched doughnuts. The dough is pushed through a star shaped cutter and dropped straight in to hot oil to be deep-fried and covered in sugar. FoodieFACTS Albariño and shellfish isa brilliant match.The soft,light and salty flavours ofoysters or scallops comealive with the citrus stashed Albariño. SPAiN
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    44 WWW.vivaswine.co.uk SPAiN VINTAGE CLOSURENO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code criadores de RIOJA Criadores de Rioja, the makers of Senorio de Labarta and the Clavijo wine, established the winery in 2000. Situated in the heart of Rioja, in a small town called Alberite in the southern hills. The mission at Criadores de Rioja is to make wines that are true to Rioja’s traditions, but also accessible to wine drinkers. The emphasis is on quality and this begins in the vineyards. Criadores de Rioja is heavily involved in supporting local grape growers; these small vineyards have often been in the same family for many generations and it is only this long-term relationship with the winery that ensures that these small holdings can continue to work the land and afford to invest in the health and quality of their vines. This long-standing support of the growers also means that the winery has access to the highest quality grapes, and means that they can work in partnership with the growers to recommend new viticultural changes and improvements in order to achieve the highest standards for their wines. Monte Clavijo, Rioja Blanco 2009/10 6 £5.62 £33.72 10063 Crisp apple, pear and citrus fruit. Monte Clavijo, Rioja Garnacha Rosado 2009/10 6 £5.62 £33.72 70093 Pale pink colour with aromas of strawberry, jasmine and roses. The palate has plenty of crisp, just-squeezed citrus alongside the jucier cherry and strawberry fruit. SeÑorio de Labarta, Rioja Tempranillo CVC NV 6 £5.60 £33.60 30305 Rioja n’ roll! This rockstar has plenty of black fruit, a great body and a well balanced finish. SeÑorio de Labarta, Rioja Crianza 2007 6 £6.44 £38.64 30307 Choc full of black cherries and plums, puntuated with delicate vanilla and black pepper spice. Castillo de Clavijo, Rioja Reserva 2004 6 £8.89 £53.34 93849 Elegant and intense aromas of mellow fruit and spicy oak. Smooth, rounded and well-balanced, the palate has more savoury berry fruit and peppery spicy with hints of vanilla. BODEGAS CASTRO MARTIN The delightful Angela Martin and her husband Andrew McCarthy, two ex-pat Brits, run the Castro Martin estate, in Rias Baixas, on Spain’s Galician coast. A ‘one grape winery’, this bodega is all about Albariño and Castro Martin has led the way in the grape’s recent revival. Angela was one of the first winemakers to recognise the benefits of cool, temperature-controlled fermentations to protect the Albariño’s delicate, aromatic fruit and the results speak for themselves. Stunning. A2O Albariño, Rias-Baixas 2008 6 £10.22 £61.32 08937 This is the ultimate seafood wine – the locals in Spain wouldn’t dream of partnering the catch of the day with anything else. Cool, zesty lemon flavours with just a hint of juicy peach. There is no doubt that your wine list provides the ideal ‘shop window’ to your customers. An imaginative, well laid out list will encourage customers to be more adventurous with their choice of wine and can result in them trading up to better wines that deliver more enjoyment for them and greater cash margin for you! Regardless of your style of outlet ViVAS offers a state of the art, contemporary wine list design service that will help you maximise the potential of your most important selling tool – your list. Each ViVAS wine development manager has the skills, knowledge and tools to offer you advice on the style and content of list that would be best suited to your outlet and your customer tastes. Our wine descriptions vary from contemporary to traditional to ensure that the important ‘tone of voice’ of the description is relevant.We also offer tent cards and posters that enable you to promote your existing range of wines or stimulate interest with ‘Wine of the Month’ activity. Wine List DesignService What next?Please contact your localWine Development Manager todiscuss your needs.
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    Screwcap All bottles 75clunless otherwise stated DID YOU KNOW? Germany is a relatively small producer next to the other European heavyweights of Spain, Italy and France producing about a tenth of the volume. Of this production over 70% is white wines. Austria is virtually a one grape growing nation with Grüner Veltliner accounting for a over a third of all the vineyards planted. Hungary has had a long history of wine production but during the communist era the emphasis was on volume production rather than quality. Since 1989 they have been rebuilding their industry and establishing their credentials once again. Asparagus, especially white asparagus known in English as spargel (the German name for asparagus), is a big deal to the Germans and Austrians. Restaurants will sometimes devote an entire menu to nothing but white asparagus when it is in season. Spargel traditionally begins in mid- May and ends on St. John's Day (24th June). 4746 info@vivaswine.co.uk VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code PETER MERTES The Peter Mertes Winery, a family-owned and run business rich in tradition, is located in Bernkastel-Kues, Germany, on the Mosel River. They use a blend of the regional star grapes, namely Riesling, Elbling and Silvaner, which are perfectly adapted to the cooler climate and harsh conditions of the steep slopes along the Mosel river. These wines were among the first to be embraced by the British palate and have remained extremely popular for fans of off-dry style wines. Liebfraumilch QbA 2010 6 £4.75 £28.50 30247 Aromatic, medium-sweet and full of peach and pear fruit. Piesporter Michelsberg QbA 2010 6 £4.98 £29.88 30251 Juicy, off-dry white that blends sweet apple, grapefruit, pear and lemon flavours to great effect. Riesling Pfalz QBA 2010 6 £5.82 £34.92 30238 A juicy, off-dry Riesling with a whole fruit salad of flavours: apple, lemon, peach, lime and pear to name but a few. LAURENZ V Laurenz V is a joint venture between a small group of forward-thinking Austrians and one of Germany’s most important winemaking figures, Lens Moser. They all realised that there was a great opportunity to spread the Grüner gospel around the world and so they set about producing a wine to do their beloved grape justice. And so the Friendly Grüner-Veltliner was born which is taking the wine world by storm with its aromatic tendencies with a little extra weight. This is very much at the vanguard of the aromatic revolution and is a great alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling. friendly GrÜner-Veltliner 2009 6 £9.59 £57.53 70095 This Grüner-Veltliner is hot stuff. Austria's aromatic wonder grape, this is a unique combination of Sauvignon-like freshness complemented by Chardonnay-style intensity of fruit. This wine is tipped for greatness. ARAZZO As the Pinot Grigio revolution sweeps the winemaking world, a number of more unusual sources are starting to appear and Hungary is just such a place. More famous for their unctious Tokay dessert wines, goulash, or their 1950s footie team, they're now rapidly establishing a reputation for producing some tasty varietal wines. Produced in the undulating hills close to the Danube, at a gleaming winery with all the modern trimmings, this little beauty is fresh, fruity and looks great. Arazzo Pinot Grigio 2010 6 £4.91 £29.46 30482 Crisp minerality, fresh citrus fruit, pear and a touch of spice. GERMANY FoodieFACTS Grüner Veltliner is a versatilematch for a number of foods,particularly seafood, white fish andeven Asian food. It is quite rarein that it can cope well throughouta meal turning its hand to a widevariety of dishes. AUSTRiA HUNGARYand
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    Screwcap All bottles 75clunless otherwise stated An introduction to the Bacchus Grape Bacchus was the Roman God of Wine and is also the name of a grape variety. It is of Riesling parentage and well-suited to the English soil and climate. Bacchus is one of the earlier-ripening varieties. It’s usually harvested in the first or second week in October to help retain its intense and distinctive flavours. 4948 INFO@ViVASWINE.CO.UK ENGLAND VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN CASE PER BOTTLE EX-VAT (£) PER CASE EX-VAT (£) CODE PRIMROSE HILL The Primrose Hill wines are produced by Chapel Down winery, which is one of the leading lights in English winemaking and rapidly establishing an international reputation with a bagful of national and international winemaking awards. They're proud to be the first ever English producer to win a gold medal for sparkling wine at the prestigious International Wine Challenge, and their still wines are raising the bar with every vintage. Chapel Down boasts a state-of-the-art winery and produces all wines on the estate in the picturesque Kent countryside. BACCHUS 2010 6 £9.80 £58.80 70096 A classic Bacchus with elderflower, nettles, passion fruit and grapefruit characters. Whole bunch pressing gives a delicate palate with juicy fruit and refreshing acidity. ROSÉ 2010 6 £9.15 £54.90 70097 A nose full of strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant and rhubarb. An inviting palate with strawberries and cream, ripe red summer fruit, gently off-dry and balanced acidity. PRESTIGE BRUT NV 6 £17.79 £106.90 70098 A classy sparkler with white flowers and citrus on the nose, moving on to gorgeous green apple and a biscuity finish. Shopping list Asparagus, Strawberries, Apples, Pork, Cheddar, Stilton DID YOU KNOW? The grape varieties that are grown in England to produce still wines tend to be ones that are selected and adapted for cooler climates, which is why many of them are either German varieties or crossed with German grapes. However, in recent years, many more Champagne grapes have been planted (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier), as the climate warms and the winemaking techniques improve. This annual competition on Coopers Hill, Gloucestershire, has been going on for hundreds of years (apparently) where grown men and women throw themselves unceremoniously down a ludicrously steep hill in hot pursuit of a truckle of Gloucester cheese. So dangerous is the event that it was actually banned last year and this year it's as yet unconfirmed but it's a great British tradition which would be a sad loss to the sporting/foodie calendar! CHEESE ROLLING FoodieFACTSBacchus is a great match forfish and chips. It has plenty ofaromatic green fruit and zestycitrus to complement the whitefish and the zippy acidity cutsthrough the batter leaving thepalate feeling refreshed.
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    Screwcap All bottles 75clunless otherwise stated 5150 info@vivaswine.co.uk AUSTRALiA DID YOU KNOW? Australia has some of the oldest vines in the world. Many of Europe’s established vineyards were destroyed by disease (phylloxera) in the 1800s. The only survivors were the vines brought to Australia. Shopping list kangaroo, emu, southern blue fin tuna, lobsters, prawns, barramundi, yellowtail, kingfish, Moreton Bay bugs, yabbies Known as the ‘Melon Capital’ of Australia, Chinchilla producesa quarter of Australia’s melons and celebrates the fact bienniallyin February. Key events not to be missed include; melon skiing,melon iron man, melon bungee, melon bulls eye, pip spitting andmelon tossing. Only in Australia! Chinchilla Melon Festival VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code THE GUMNUT Another popular new addittion to the ViVAS portfolio and another exclusive range! The Gumnut wines are produced from premium South-East Australian fruit chosen by the ViVAS winemaking team. Our challenge to the team was to create wines that represented the very best that the wine mecca and grape variety had to offer at the best possible price. We’ve decided to strengthen the line-up this year with a brilliant Rosé and a top notch Pinot Grigio. Chardonnay 2010 6 £5.09 £30.54 88826 Chardonnay 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.48 £35.52 92557 Benchmark Aussie Chardonnay – sunshine in a glass. Ripe tropical fruit flavours punctuated with a touch of refreshing citrus. Pinot Grigio 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.64 £39.36 70102 More tropically fruit-charged than your average Italian PG but still retaining that distinctive crisp finish. Cabernet Merlot Rosé 2010 6 £5.41 £32.46 91496 A full throttle rosé, the perfect option for those that like their wines with a bit more attitude. A red fruit melange topped off with a sprinkling of vanilla. Shiraz 2010 6 £5.20 £31.20 91137 Shiraz 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.51 £36.24 92556 Bursting with bags of blackcurrant and cherry flavours and a touch of savoury black pepper on the side. THOMAS MITCHELL The vineyards that produce the Thomas Mitchell wines are a relatively recent addition to the area having only been planted in the early 1970s after Australian wine industry legend, Colin Preece, identified an old patch of grazing land in Victoria, known as Blackwood Park, as having great winemaking potential. And Colin doesn’t often get these things wrong! 40 years on and the vines are now producing wines with great varietal character under the expert guidance of young winemaker Ben Haines. Chardonnay 2009 6 £6.56 £39.36 30339 Tropical fruit and easy on the oak. This is what modern Aussie chardonnay is all about. Cabernet Shiraz 2009 6 £6.56 £39.36 30338 The intense Cabernet structure provides the perfect canvas for the velvety Shiraz flavours of blackberries and a touch of menthol to create a picture perfect blend. Shiraz 2009 6 £6.60 £39.60 30340 Packing an impressive punch, this is a classic left-right combination of big black fruit and rich spicy flavours. AUSTRALIA FoodieFACTS Nearly a third of all wineriesin Australia have restaurantsattached to them. Food andwine is an intrinsic part oflife to the Aussie and simplycannot be separated.
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    5352 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk AUSTRALiA AUSTRALiA VINTAGECLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated D’ARENBERG D’Arenberg have a fair bit of history behind them having been established in 1912, so you might expect a fairly traditional and staid set-up. But nothing could be further from the truth with Chester d’Arenberg Osborn at the helm. This fourth generation winemaker is a true eccentric with wine running through his veins and has established the winery as one of the McLaren Vale's finest. He has followed a policy of being as faithful to the old wine-producing traditions as possible, with phenomenal success. The Stump Jump pair are named after Australia’s first vineyard plough whilst the Footbolt Shiraz takes its name from Chester’s great-grandfather's racehorse whose winnings allowed him to buy his first vineyard! Riesling/Sauvignon Blanc/Marsanne 2009/10 6 £7.43 £44.58 81768 An amazing variety of flavours assault your palate. Citrus, melon and a slice of apricot rush out of the glass before collapsing in a satisfying heap on your tongue. Grenache/Shiraz/MourvÈdre 2009 6 £7.43 £44.58 81771 The combination of the three powerful grapes produces a full, rich, dark-fruited mouthful with a smooth oaky edge that has made it a real favourite everywhere it goes. Footbolt Shiraz 2009 6 £10.21 £61.26 96797 The nose is very floral with violets, lavender and rose water, with the more varietal purple fruits and a touch of cedar. The palate opens with raspberry, blueberry and plum following up with mocha and a slightly savoury character. TATACHILLA Tatachilla has been an integral part of the McLaren Vale since vines were first planted there over 100 years ago. Today the bright patchwork of olive groves, avocado orchards and rows of vines bordered by the coast impart a Mediterranean flavour to this evolving region. Tatachilla wines evoke classic McLaren Vale characteristics blended with contemporary Mediterranean cues. They reflect the true character of the grapes, balancing respect for the vineyard with a light touch in the winery. Growers Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc 2009 6 £6.95 £41.70 30341 All the zing of a grapefruit. lemon and passionfruit party. Vibrant and refreshing. Partners Cabernet/Shiraz 2009 6 £6.95 £41.70 30355 Really delicate aromas sit atop the brooding dark fruit of this McLaren Vale powerhouse. MADFISH The Madfish story begins in the far southern reaches of Western Australia where, 15 kilometres from the quiet coastal town of Denmark, lies the picturesque Madfish Bay. According to local folklore, the bay’s tranquility is broken when two tides meet. The fish, confused by this natural phenomenon, can be seen leaping in the air as if in a state of complete madness! These contemporary-styled wines are made from cool climate fruit and are known for their pure, fresh and clean characteristics in which the flavour of the fruit is the primary character. Unwooded Chardonnay 2009/10 6 £8.42 £50.52 08929 A Chardonnay for people who think they don’t like Chardonnay; no oak, just lashings of sunny Aussie melon, pear and lemon fruit. Pinot Noir 2009 6 £8.42 £50.52 08934 Ripe cherry and strawberry just tumble out of the glass, hotly pursued by a touch of leather and spice. A great value Pinot. PETALUMA Petaluma is one of Australia’s most important producers, famous for seeking out the finest vineyard sites in South Australia rather than taking a one-site-fits-all approach to its grapes. Their Riesling, one of Australia’s very best, comes from the Hanlin Hill vineyard in the Clare Valley, a region famous for its cool climate and unique soil. Andrew ‘Ox’ Hardy, a member of the original Hardy wine family and a walking encyclopaedia of South Australian wine, is now the man at the helm, ensuring these vineyards have a very exciting future. Hanlin Hill Riesling 2008 6 £11.86 £71.16 71111 Passion fruit, pear and apple aromas and flavours are backed up by lovely intense lemon-lime with a mineral dry finish. KATNOOK ESTATE Katnook Estate is one of the heroes of Coonawarra – a small, cool climate area in South Australia famed for its exceptional Cabernet and Merlot wines. The name Katnook is taken from a local Aboriginal word meaning ‘fat land’ and vines have been planted on the site since the 19th century. It took until 1980, however, and the arrival of Wayne Stephens for the wines to be launched under the Katnook label. 27 vintages on, Wayne is still in charge and has built the winery up into one of Australia’s most respected, twice winning the prestigious Jimmy Watson trophy for best Aussie red wine. Founders Block Coonawarra Cabernet 2009 6 £10.76 £64.56 71116 Savoury dark berries, hints of mulberries and spicy plum fruit combine with sweet vanilla and bright, fresh acidity on the finish.
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    Screwcap All bottles 75clunless otherwise stated FoodieFACTS Shoulder of lamb with PinotNoir, is there a better match?Succulent lamb, slow cookedon the bone and infused withrosemary is just made for juicy,strawberry-stacked Pinot. NEW ZEALAND 55info@vivaswine.co.uk54 NEW ZEALAND Shopping list lamb, oysters, scallops, kumara (sweet potato), kiwi DID YOU KNOW? Marlborough has nearly 60% of all the vineyards in New Zealand with the much feted Otago, famed for its Pinot Noir, having only 5% of all vineyards. This festival takes place on the shores of the Hokianga Harbour. Local wild foods tinged with hot chilli flavours gives visitors the chance to taste the wildness of the west coast and sample some of the best chillies in the country, all washed down with a couple of glasses of Riesling! Monteith's Wild Fiery VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code SPY WINES Spy Valley Wines are produced on the sunny southern side of Marlborough’s Wairau Valley. Bryan and Jan Johnson, producers of the Spy Wines, established the first of their 380 acres of estate vineyards in 1993, and they have now become one of Marlborough’s finest cool climate producers. From the 2000 vintage the wine was produced and sold under the Spy Valley label and a few years later the Spy Mountain range was launched. They take their name from the presence of a satellite communications monitoring station (spy base!) nearby. Spy Mountain Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2010 6 £7.18 £43.08 30376 Classic NZ Sauvignon characters of gooseberry and asparagus, with ripe melon delicately balanced making it deliciously quaffable. A class act. Spy Valley Marlborough Riesling 2009 6 £9.39 £56.34 71131 The nose is typically intense, jam-packed full of fresh lime, green apple and floral aromas. The palate has racy acidity and finishes with a medium-dry style. WITHER HILLS Wither Hills was founded in the 1990s, and quickly built up a fantastic reputation, based on its production of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. The estate has grown in size and stature and is now regarded as one of the finest Marlborough estates. Chief Winemaker Ben Glover oversees a top team of dedicated wine fanatics. Sauvignon Blanc 2010 6 £9.02 £54.34 30365 Multi award-winning NZ Sauvignon with intense gooseberry and lime notes underpinned by tropical melon, guava and passion fruit. Marlborough Pinot Noir 2009/10 6 £12.01 £72.08 30374 Hugely elegant and powerful Pinot from these Marlborough magicians. Strawberry, raspberry and chocolate flavours all seamlessly bound together with a smoky oak finish. Pavlova is named after the Russian ballet dancer Ánna Pávlova. The dessert is believed to have been created in honour of the dancer either during or after one of her tours to Australia and New Zealand in the 1920s. Food Festival
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    Denotes Screwcap All bottles75cl unless otherwise stated AFRICA 57info@vivaswine.co.uk56 Shopping list Peri Peri, ostrich, kudu, bananas, beef did you know? Pinotage is South Africa’s signature variety, although it only represents 6% of all vines planted. It was bred there in 1925 as a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault (Cinsault was known as Hermitage in South Africa during that time, hence the name of Pinotage). South African food influences are some of the most varied of all having been originally settled by a number of indigenous people before being unceremoniously kicked around like a football by the colonial powers of the 18th and 19th century. So pigeon-holing is not an easy thing A Biltong fanatic's dream come true! Every imaginable type of biltong can be found here, amongst great entertainment and a variety of stalls; what more could you ask for? Biltong Festival VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code JACKALBERRY Jackalberry is one of our best-selling ranges and is exclusive to ViVAS. This year we’ve decided to freshen up the range by blending South Africa’s favourite grape varieties of Chenin and Pinotage with international grape varieties to make the wines more approachable and give them a wider appeal. Chenin Blanc/Colombard 2010/11 6 £4.78 £28.68 30308 An aromatic and zesty combination with flavours of melon, apricot and lime. Chenin Blanc/Sauvignon Blanc 2010/11 6 £5.06 £30.36 30313 Green peppers and gooseberry mingle with apple and apricot of the Chenin Blanc to form an attractive partnership. Pinotage Rosé 2010/11 6 £5.15 £30.90 13866 Bright pink in colour with an intriguing combination of ripe summer fruits and savoury flavours giving another dimension. Cinsault/Cabernet/Merlot 2010/11 6 £4.90 £29.41 30312 A trio of grapes collide to create a red with a myriad of fruit flavours including blackcurrant, plum and cherry. Pinotage/Shiraz 2010/11 6 £5.06 £30.36 30319 The damson-charged Pinotage is skillfully blended with the blackcurrant-rich Shiraz, topped off with a sprinkle of white pepper. SAAM MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS SAAM Mountain Vineyards unites a group 40 South African growers who farm vineyards that span the premium growing areas from Paarl to the Durbanville Hills. Concentrating on the quality of fruit and intensity of flavour is at their heart. The team, whose inspiration and dedication is unrelenting, aims to show exactly what South Africa can produce by creating clean, pure fruit-flavoured wines of real varietal character. Paarl Chenin Blanc 2010/11 6 £5.98 £35.88 30325 “Flinty, passion fruit, so fruity!” Jancis Robinson, FT Weekend. Paarl Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 6 £5.98 £35.88 30326 A blackberry and plum-charged nose. The intensity of the fruit is carried on to the palate where it fills the mouth with juicy tannins and ripe, dark, fruit and hints of vanilla. Paarl Pinotage 2010 6 £5.98 £35.88 30327 Like a Springbok rugby player with a heart, this is all muscle and brawn on the outside but has a soft, juicy centre underneath. GRAHAM BECK Graham Beck is a giant of the South African wine scene and has led the country’s thundering success since the end of apartheid in 1994 – a year that saw Nelson Mandela toast his inauguration as president with a flute of Beck’s Brut NV. Pieter Fereira retains overall control of the winemaking, producing, amongst others, this stunning sweet wine. Rhona Muscadel 50cl 2008/09 6 £6.85 £41.10 09506 A beautifully-perfumed dessert wine with rich flavours of orange rind, prunes and raisins. Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated FoodieFACTS Boerewors – German settlerscreated this “farmer’s sausage” inthe 1800s. Served up with a good dollopof “pap en sous” (African corn polentaaccompanied by an herby tomatosauce), boerewors are nowubiquitous at backyard braais(AKA barbeques).SOUTH
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    SOUTHAMERICASOUTHAMERICA Screwcap All bottles75cl unless otherwise stated Shopping list squid, sole, albacore,abalone, codfish, hake,maize, olives, quinoa, beef DID YOU KNOW? Nearly every winery, at least in Rio Grande do Sul (where 90% of all Brazilian wines are produced), was founded by Italian immigrants, almost all of whom arrived in Brazil between 1875 and 1900.  And, in fact, virtually all of these families came from just two regions of Northern Italy, the Veneto and Trentino. No other wine producing country has such a range of altitude as Argentina. This brings a whole new dimension to its wine, and nowhere more-so than in Mendoza where winemakers are climbing ever-higher into the foothills of the Andes to enhance the aroma and purity of fruit in their wine. This is a serious business for the Chileans and a lot of love, care and attention is lavished upon the humble grill. But unlike the Brits who will rush down to the shops to grab a pack of sausages and a family pack of burgers or wings, they tend to stray off the beaten track.They relish the parts that others would baulk at, with intestines and hearts being particular favourites. Spit-roasting an entire lamb is also a popular pastime! CHILEAN Asado(BBQ) 5958 VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code info@vivaswine.co.uk CHILE CAMBIO 7 Our Cambio 7 range was launched last year and it has quickly become one of our best-selling ranges and as far as “bang for your buck” goes, it's not hard to see why. The wines are named after the seven distinct climate zones across Chile which provide a range of environments that suit different sorts of grapes and wine styles. The winemakers behind Cambio 7 use all their experience and wine know-how to pick out the perfect vineyards for the production of their range of single varietal wines. Sauvignon Blanc 2010/11 6 £4.95 £29.70 96176 Tantalising tropical fruit aromas overlay a solid base of citrus and herbaceous characters. Young, fruity and refreshing with well balanced acidity. Chardonnay 2010/11 6 £4.95 £29.70 96178 Fabulous fruit flavours of pineapple and apricot are supported with skilful use of oak to give the palate a litttle more weight than you might expect at this price. A great mouthful. Rosé 2010/11 6 £4.95 £29.70 70101 A vibrant deep pink colour, a nose full of summer fruit and strawberries, red cherries and cream to finish. Merlot 2010/11 6 £4.95 £29.70 96180 Spices, plums and black cherries in a bottle, lovely stuff. Cabernet Sauvignon 2010/11 6 £4.95 £29.70 96179 Distinctive black and red currant flavours beautifully bundled together. VALDIVIESO Valdivieso is one of Chile’s oldest and best loved wine producers. They are based in Lontue Valley where they have a state-of-the-art winery with all the trimmings to turn all that fabulous fruit in to their distinctive wines. Unusually for Chile they have a Kiwi winemaker at the helm, steering them on a course of relentless improvement and it seems to work, judging by the huge number of medals they have picked up in recent years. The Carmenère is a new addition to the list with its intense cassis flavours, well worth a try. Sauvignon Blanc 2010/11 6 £5.81 £34.86 30435 Chilean Sauvignon is at the top of its game at the moment, taking the fight to France and New Zealand. This great example is a lean, mean drinking machine with passion fruit, gooseberry and lime leading the way. Merlot 2010/11 6 £5.81 £34.86 30437 Chile made its name making fantastic value for money Merlot and they don’t come much better than this. Characteristic black fruit flavours are held together by supple tannins and amazing concentration. Cabernet Sauvignon 2010/11 6 £5.81 £34.86 81765 This wine is a faithfull descendant of the original character of Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon, full-bodied and bursting with rich, ripe fruit and soft sweet tannins. CarmenÈre 2011 6 £5.81 £34.86 70100 Black and red currant combo with some dark chocolate and spicy notes. A gutsy number with a velvety finish. Carmenere is Chile’s unique grape variety which was originally brought over from the Medoc before it died out. It was not until the early nineties that winemakers in Chile discovered that what they had thought were Merlot vines were in fact Carmenere. FoodieFACTS Choripán – the ultimateArgentinian street snack – iscunningly named from the wordschorizo (a sausage) and pan,meaning bread.The choripán is ahot, grilled, heavily condimentedsausage in a bun! AMERICA SOUTH
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    SOUTHAMERICASOUTHAMERICA 6160 info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk VINTAGE CLOSURENO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated BRAZIL ALISIOS We welcomed our Brazilian duo to the fold last year and their Samba spirit has been well received. The wines are produced by the Miolo Wine Company, who are the largest producer of quality Brazilian wines. They are based in the Campanha region identified as potentially one of the finest wine-producing regions by the University of California Davis – the world’s authority on all things environmental. Their unusual blends tell a tale of the varied history and influences that the Brazilian wine industry have had from the Portuguese, to the Spanish and finally the Italians. Pinot Grigio/Riesling 2009/10 6 £6.81 £40.86 81758 An unusual pair of bedfellows but a relationship that should really be encouraged. The Pinot Grigio brings apples and almonds whilst the Riesling bring richness and balance. Tempranillo/Touriga 2009/10 6 £6.81 £40.86 81763 Evidently there’s more to Brazil than soccer and the samba. This star turn has the plum and spice-rich Tempranillo combined with Touriga which packs plenty of blackcurrant and ripe tannins. ARGENTINA VINEDOS DE LA POSADA Fairtrade wines will leave you feeling warm inside but sometimes for the wrong reason! This pair are the best Fairtrade wines we’ve ever tasted with good deeds backed up by a high quality product. La Riojana Winery, located in the picturesque and remote valley of Famatina, was the first winery in Argentina to be certified Fairtrade. It operates as a co-operative with some 510 members, ranging from the small to large scale farmers. Because La Riojana is a Fairtrade co-operative, workers are guaranteed a fair price for their grapes, and receive technical assistance and advice from the Agricultural Department. Some of the highest vineyards in the world can be found here, at 1600m above sea level. This height means that they have a relatively cool growing climate which allows the grapes to mature at a slower rate which adds to the complexity of the wine. Torrontes, FairTrade 2010/11 6 £7.04 £42.24 97641 Torrontes is Argentina’s best kept secret. Soft, easy-drinking white famous for its flowery aroma. Add in the fact that this is Fairtrade and you’ve hit the jackpot! Merlot, FairTrade 2010/11 6 £7.04 £42.24 97639 This Merlot is surprisingly full-bodied and has an intense aroma of plum and cherry, as well as hints of hazelnut. Great balance and elegance. ARGENTO Argentina has lived in the shadow of Chile’s wine-producing shadows for many years but now with the help of producers like Argento, the secret is out there and these guys have really led the charge. The Argento vineyards are situated at high altitude above the wine-producing mecca of Mendoza and the magic begins there. The experienced winemaking team nurture the grapes with the aim of creating wines with complexity and concentration that really embody what is unique about the country. Pinot Grigio 2010/11 6 £5.82 £34.92 30419 Probably the best Pinot Grigio in the New World! Crystal clear pear and apple fruit with a squueze of citrus on the finish. Chardonnay 2010/11 6 £5.87 £35.20 30427 Just proving what a well seasoned traveller the Chardonnay grape is, this lightly-oaked and fruit-filled Argentine Chardonnay is so beautifully balanced, it puts tightrope-walkers to shame. Chardonnay/Viognier 2010/11 6 £5.82 £34.92 13105 Concentrated flavours of apple, peach, and pineapple are brought to a close with a refreshing finish. Rosé 2010/11 6 £5.82 £34.92 30421 Malbec is usually used to produce big, full-bodied reds but there’s a lighter side to its personality too, as shown by this rosé. Ripe red berry fruit with a crisp finish. Malbec 2010/11 6 £5.98 £35.88 30429 A rip-roaring Malbec from the best in the business. Chock full of blackberries, chocolate and sweet Christmassy spices. Malbec/Tempranillo 2010/11 6 £5.82 £34.92 13098 Enticing aromas of red cherries and fresh violets accompany flavours of ripe plum and chocolate with subtle smoky notes.
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    Screwcap All bottles 75clunless otherwise stated did you know? Pink Zinfandel, as a style of wine, was “invented” in 1975 when a winemaker had a problem with the wine yeasts that he was using and the fermentation became stuck, resulting in a sweeter style of wine.They didn’t think the style would catch on but little did they know that it would account for almost 10% of all wine sold in the UK last year! California is a melting pot of cultures, probably more so than anywhere else in America, which means that they enjoy a myriad of cuisines. This led to the creation of fusion cooking, which mixes amazing fresh ingredients with oriental style cooking styles to create favourites like California Roll Sushi. Teams of chowder chefs come from all over the West Coast to compete for the prestigious award of “Best Clam Chowder”. Whipping up their favourite recipe for red or white chowder all washed down with plenty of cool climate Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. clam chowder Cook-off CALiFORNiA Shopping list avocados, asparagus, artichokes, garlic, oysters, crab, sea bass. 6362 info@vivaswine.co.uk VINTAGE CLOSURE NO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code FURIOUS BOAR Our Furious Boar range is produced at the world famous Delicato vineyards in northern California. Named after one of California’s more unusual inhabitants, the hills and vineyards are literally teeming with these greedy hogs who like nothing more than chowing down on a decent vine or two. Luckily for us, the locals are quite used to these uninvited guests and have some ingenious systems to keep them out. The results are some great Californian varietal wines that capture the pure fruit and sun-drenched days perfectly in the bottle. Chardonnay 2010 6 £5.73 £34.38 30383 Chardonnay 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.62 £38.88 92570 Fresh and full-bodied Chardonnay with plump Golden Delicious apples, pineapple and lime, all perfectly blended together. Zinfandel Rosé 2010 6 £5.59 £33.54 30394 Zinfandel Rosé 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.60 £38.40 92568 There’s a reason why this is one of our top sellers; it's simply a cracking wine for the price. Ideal for the new generation of wine drinkers or those that like their wines a little sweeter. Raspberry ripple in a glass. Merlot 2010 6 £5.83 £34.98 30385 Merlot 18.75cl 2010 24 £1.65 £39.60 92569 This Californian Merlot has tantalising aromas of plum and dark berry fruits to kick off, which are then followed up with black cherry and vanilla with a silky soft finish. CALIFIA FALLS Califia was a mythological figure created by the Spanish in the 15th century to explain the origins of the land of Califoirnia, but more recently it has come to represent the spirit of California.This wine really represents this modern and contemporary spirit with a fresh, fruit-packed and smartly presented style. Zinfandel Rosé 2010 6 £6.10 £36.60 71130 Strawberries, raspberries and sweet red cherry flavours blend together in this off-dry rosé, finished off with palate-cleansing acidity. Screwcap All bottles 75cl unless otherwise stated CALIFORNIA FoodieFACTSPinot Noir’s sales in the US and toa lesser extent the UK, received asignificant boost following the filmSideways, set in Santa BarbaraCounty in 2004. Californian Pinotstill has a loyal cult following as a result.
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    CALiFORNiA 64 WWW.vivaswine.co.uk VINTAGE CLOSURENO. IN Case PER BOTTLE ex-VAT (£) PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code LOREDONA The Loredona wines are one of Delicato's premium ranges and are produced from cooler climate fruit from the coastal Monterey county region. The cooling Pacific Ocean breezes allow the fruit to mature a little slower and so concentrate the flavours creating wines with complexity and with a fresher fruit style. The standout member of the team is very much the Pinot Noir which represents outstanding value for money that won’t be beaten at twice the price. Monterey County Pinot Grigio 2009/10 6 £8.04 £48.24 96190 Cool-climate Pinot Grigio that shows how much flavour this grape variety can produce. An array of apples, citrus and a touch of almond. Monterey County Pinot Noir 2009/10 6 £9.37 £56.22 96189 The Pinot Noir grape is not a great traveller but California has the right blend of sun and soothing breezes to bring out the best in this difficult tourist. Sweet red cherries and mulberries underpinned by a touch of sweet vanilla oak. MARMESA Marmesa – where the sea meets the land. The Marmesa vineyards are centred in San Luis Obispo, the rising star of the Californian coast. Here, cool breezes are siphoned off the Pacific Ocean and travel up the valley to cool the grapes. En route, they have an enviable itinerary – the dramatic coastline of Moro Bay and the Big Sur national park, past the serene Nine Sisters peaks and finally reaching the peaceful coastal vineyards. Edna Valley Chardonnay 2007 6 £8.55 £51.30 98813 Sublime and sophisticated, cool-climate Chardonnay from Larry Brooks, one of California's star performers. No heavy oak here, allowing the Chardonnay grape to shine through producing flavours of honeyed tropical fruit with a rich but refreshing finish. Edna Valley Syrah 2006 6 £8.77 £52.62 81755 Intense stuff, packed with velvety sweet blackberries spice and a dash of white pepper producing a truly cultured Californian. Producers– We have a policy of working with producers who share our beliefs about these important issues and encourage producers to implement winemaking and viticultural initiatives, such as ISO 14000, that promote sustainability, in the vineyard, winery and the wider local community in which they operate. Packaging – Including the bottle, label, capsule, carton and even the glue used to seal them. Much of the ViVAS exclusive range are also bottled in the UK which saves on shipping heavy consignments. Transport to the UK – We look for the most efficient routes to the UK often using relatively low impact methods including rail and sea. Delivery to customers – Due to the efficiency of the 3663 logistics network and the reduction in need for two separate deliveries (3663 and ViVAS on the same delivery),ViVAS can also make substantial environmental savings here. The Environment has never been in sharper focus which is why we have made it a priority to demonstrate the steps we already take within ViVAS to be environmentally and socially responsible. ViVAS Sustain is our pledge to reduce the environmental impact of our business in all areas, whether that be in the vineyards, using more efficient logistics to transport the wine to the UK or using a reduced weight of bottle. The four areas that we concentrate our efforts on are; Better for the environment... SustainingmaterialAll of our pricelists and support materials are printed on sustainable, renewable, and uncoated paper stock.We also use environmental water-based inks which are much kinder to the planet.
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    6766 Glass range Sensation Exalt- Acoroc - kwarx A seamless bowl and stretch stem adds weight and feel. Produced in Advanced Glass. Great for the table or bar and sizes available for wine, water and champagne. 25cl 24 £42.72 66362 31cl 24 £48.48 66363 39cl 24 £56.40 66364 Flute 19cl 24 £45.36 66365 Grand Cepages - Acoroc - Kwarx Made from Advanced Glass. Cold cut polished rim. Seamless body, stem and foot. Perfect for Hotels, Restaurants and Bars. Grand Cepages Red Wine 47cl 12 £28.68 62231 Grand Cepages Red Wine 62cl 12 £31.56 62232 Grand Cepages White Wine 47cl 12 £28.68 62233 Grand Cepages White Wine 35cl 24 £55.68 62234 Headstart tulip - Arcoroc This nucleated range has been developed to enhance the carbonation in lagers, ciders and colas to give them that extra lift. Tulip Beer 29cl GS 48 £30.24 66567 Tulip Beer 58.5cl GS 48 £37.92 66566 Barware Stainless steel measures - spirits 25ml GS 1 £2.98 82554 35ml GS 1 £3.48 82555 50ml GS 1 £3.98 82556 Stainless steel measures - wines 125ml GS 1 £4.98 22150 175ml GS 1 £5.98 23718 250ml GS 1 £6.98 82557 Coolers Clear Acrylic cooler 1 £4.99 99611 Double Wall Acrylic cooler 1 £6.99 60224 Clear acrylic rimmed cooler with table stand 1 £10.51 60252 Stainless steel double wall cooler 1 £12.99 99615 Barrel End Tub 1 £45.00 81222 Stainless steel party tub 1 £56.18 81411 Extra Large Stainless steel Wine Cooler - 42cm diameter 1 £149.00 64553 Ice Buckets Clear Acrylic Champagne Bucket 1 £5.99 60235 Black Acrylic Champagne Bucket 1 £7.49 60250 Matt Aluminium Champagne Bucket 1 £9.55 60226 Stainless Steel bucket 1 £17.98 60183 Deluxe Wine Bucket 17cm 1 £24.90 64554 Chalkboards - Snap frames with Chalkboard inserts A5 (148.5 x 210mm) 1 £52.62 72110 A3 (297 x 420mm) 1 £72.25 72108 A2 (420 x 594mm) 1 £107.95 72109 Chalkboards - Reversible “A” Boards 800 x 515mm 1 £79.91 72069 1100 x 665mm 1 £89.00 72070 Chalkboards - Table Top Boards A5 (148.5 x 210mm) 1 £14.00 72002 A4 (210 x 297mm) 1 £18.00 72001 A3 (297 x 420mm) 1 £24.00 72000 Corkscrews Economy Waiters Friend 1 £2.20 81470 Traditional Waiters Friend with plastic handle 1 £2.99 81471 Heavy Duty Twin Lever Corkscrew 1 £2.98 82015 Double Reach Waiters Friend 3 part stainless steel with plastic coating 1 £4.99 60232 WINEACCESSORIES How to order: By phone 0370 3663 960 By email cateringequipmentsales@3663.co.uk Free delivery on all orders over £30 GS – Government Stamped from 3663 catering NO. IN Case PER Case ex-VAT (£) Code This is a small sample of the range available. to see the full range Please go to: www.3663cateringequipment.co.uk. Sensation Exalt Grand Cepages Headstart on all ordersover £30 FREE DELIVERY WINEACCESSORIES
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    WINE BY price bandWINEBY price band Mini Cellars The Gumnut Chardonnay 18.75cl £1.48 93524 The Gumnut Shiraz 18.75cl £1.51 93529 The Gumnut Pinot Grigio 18.75cl £1.64 87558 Furious Boar Zinfandel Rosé 18.75cl £1.60 05198 Furious Boar Chardonnay 18.75cl £1.62 05195 Furious Boar Merlot 18.75cl £1.65 05197 La Serre Merlot Vin de Pays d'Oc 18.75cl £1.70 92833 La Serre Sauvignon Blanc Vin de Pays d'Oc 18.75cl £1.77 92837 Freixenet Cordon Negro 20cl £2.92 91351 Freixenet Cordon Rosado 20cl £2.96 70086 £4-£5 Rey Viejo Blanco £4.03 09733 Rey Viejo Tinto £4.03 09728 CÔtes du RhÔne Rouge Cuvée des Prelats, Louis Bernard 37.5cl £4.08 09510 El Muro DO CariÑena Macabeo £4.24 30302 El Muro DO CariÑena Garnacha Rosado £4.24 30484 El Muro DO Carinena Tempranillo/Garnacha £4.24 30303 Tini Trebbiano/Chardonnay £4.27 91174 Tini Sangiovese £4.27 91175 Tini Sangiovese Rosato £4.27 91179 Gravite Blanc Vin de Pays d'Oc £4.60 30004 Gravite Rosé Vin de Pays d'Oc £4.60 30005 Gravite Rouge Vin de Pays d'Oc £4.60 30008 Gravite Blanc Medium Vin de Pays d'Oc £4.61 09821 Peter Mertes Liebfraumilch QbA £4.75 30247 Jackalberry Chenin Blanc/Colombard £4.78 30308 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo £4.84 30285 Jackalberry Cinsault Cabernet Merlot £4.90 30312 Arazzo Pinot Grigio £4.91 30482 Cambio 7 Sauvignon Blanc £4.95 96176 Cambio 7 Chardonnay £4.95 96178 Cambio 7 Merlot £4.95 96180 Cambio 7 Cabernet Sauvignon £4.95 96179 Cambio 7 Rosé £4.95 70101 Peter Mertes Piesporter Michelsberg QbA £4.98 30251 £5-£6 Jackalberry Chenin Blanc Sauvignon £5.06 30318 Jackalberry Pinotage Shiraz £5.06 30319 The Gumnut Chardonnay £5.09 88826 Jackalberry Pinotage Rosé £5.15 13866 The Gumnut Shiraz £5.20 91137 Serle Noir Sauvignon Blanc Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 12356 Serle Noir Chardonnay Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 73822 Serle Noir Viognier Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 77248 Serle Noir Merlot Rosé Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 96185 Serle Noir Syrah Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 79380 Serle Noir Merlot Vin de Pays d'Oc £5.21 11084 Villa dei Fiori Primitivo Puglia £5.23 08935 Conti Rossi Pinot Grigio Blush £5.33 70091 The Gumnut Cabernet Merlot Rosé £5.41 91496 Conti Rossi Pinot Grigio Provincia di Verona £5.48 70092 Villa dei Fiori Fiano Sicilia £5.50 81767 Conti Neri Bis Bis Raboso/Prosecco Rosé Frizzante £5.58 11011 Furious Boar Zinfandel Rosé £5.59 30394 Senorio de Labarta Rioja Tempranillo CVC NV £5.60 30305 Monte Clavijo Rioja Blanco £5.62 10063 Monte Clavijo Rioja Garnacha Rosado £5.62 70093 Furious Boar Chardonnay £5.73 30383 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Castellani £5.76 08944 Valdivieso Sauvignon Blanc £5.81 30435 Valdivieso Merlot £5.81 30437 Valdivieso Cabernet Sauvignon £5.81 81765 Valdivieso Merlot £5.81 30437 Valdivieso CarmenÈre £5.81 70100 Peter Mertes Riesling Kabinett Halbtrocken Rheinhessen £5.82 30238 Argento Pinot Grigio £5.82 30419 Argento Rosé £5.82 30421 Argento Chardonnay/Viognier £5.82 13105 Argento Malbec/Tempranillo £5.82 13098 Furious Boar Merlot £5.83 30385 Argento Chardonnay £5.87 30427 Chianti Castellani £5.88 30291 Riva Leone Barbera Piemonte £5.90 81782 Argento Malbec £5.98 30429 Saam Mountain Paarl Chenin Blanc £5.98 30325 Saam Mountain Paarl Cabernet Sauvignon £5.98 30326 Saam Mountain Paarl Pinotage £5.98 30327 Marquis de la Tour Brut £5.99 30220 WWW.vivaswine.co.uk 6968 info@vivaswine.co.uk
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    info@vivaswine.co.ukWWW.vivaswine.co.uk 7170 WINE BY pricebandWINE BY price band £6-£7 Calfia Falls Zinfandel Rosé £6.10 71130 Marquis de la Tour Rosé £6.23 08921 Muscadet Sevre et Maine, Ducs de Bretagne, Chereau Carre £6.33 85208 Senorio de Labarta Rioja Crianza £6.44 30307 Les Nuages Pinot Noir £6.45 70088 Les Nuages Pinot Noir Rosé £6.45 70089 Riva Leone Gavi DOCG £6.52 08936 Thomas Mitchell Cabernet Shiraz £6.56 30338 Thomas Mitchell Chardonnay £6.56 30339 Thomas Mitchell Shiraz £6.60 30340 els Pyreneus Picpoul de Pinet Coteaux du Languedoc £6.63 70090 Beaujolais Petits Fruits Rouges Mommessin £6.67 94628 Chianti Riserva Villa di Campobello £6.71 06623 Alisios Pinot Grigio/Riesling £6.81 81758 Alisios Tempranillo/Touriga £6.81 81763 Chateau L'Eglise Bordeaux £6.83 10865 Graham Beck Rhona Muscadel 50 cl £6.85 09506 CÔtes du Rhone Rouge Louis Bernard £6.85 30132 Les Nuages Touraine Sauvignon Blanc £6.87 10266 Tatachilla Growers Sauvignon Semillon £6.95 30341 Tatachilla Partners Cabernet Shiraz £6.95 30355 £7-£9 Vinedos de la Posada Torrontes FairTrade £7.04 97641 Vinedos de la Posada Merlot FairTrade £7.04 97639 Spy Mountain Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc £7.18 30376 The Stump Jump Riesling Sauvignon Marsanne £7.43 81768 The Stump Jump Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre £7.43 81771 CÔtes du RhÔne Villages Louis Bernard £7.46 30133 Thomas Mitchell Brut £7.59 30226 MÂcon Villages Louis Chedeville £7.86 88102 Loredona Monterey County Pinot Grigio £8.04 96190 Andante Gewurztraminer/Muscat Cave de Ribeauville £8.24 82744 MadFish unwooded Chardonnay £8.42 08929 MadFish Pinot Noir £8.42 08934 Freixenet Cordon Negro Reserva £8.42 96191 Freixenet Cordon Rosado Reserva £8.42 96195 Marmesa Edna Valley Chardonnay £8.55 98813 Muscat de Rivesaltes 50cl £8.55 81777 Lindauer Brut £8.66 92528 Marmesa Edna Valley Syrah £8.77 81755 Castillo de Clavijo Rioja Reserva £8.89 93849 £9-£15 Wither Hills Sauvignon Blanc £9.02 30365 Primrose Hill Rosé £9.15 70097 Conti Neri Prosecco di Prosecco £9.24 30235 Fleurie Millesime Cave de Fleurie £9.35 10232 Loredona Monterey County Pinot Noir £9.37 96189 Spy Valley Marlborough Riesling £9.39 71131 ChÂteau du Levant Sauternes 37.5cl £9.39 94625 Lanson Rosé Label 20cl £9.49 30203 Friendly Gruner Veltliner Laurenz V £9.59 70095 Primrose Hill Bacchus £9.80 70096 Chablis Francoise Chauvenet £9.82 30152 ChÂteau La Croix Ferrandat St-Emilion £10.09 13022 d'Arenberg The Footbolt Shiraz £10.21 96797 A2O AlbariÑo £10.22 08937 Crozes-Hermitage Louis Bernard £10.50 30135 Saint-VÉran Bouchard Aine Fils £10.60 96202 Katnook Founders Block Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon £10.76 71116 Sancerre Blanc Domaine de la Chezatte £11.19 98360 Pouilly Fumé Les Affaubertis Eric Louis £11.68 92514 Petaluma Hanlin Hill Riesling £11.86 71111 Wither Hills Pinot Noir £12.01 30374 Brunello di Montalcino Talenti POA 06627 Riva Leone Barolo £12.62 81787 Pouilly Fuissé Bouchard Aine Fils £12.70 84799 ChÂteau Lamartre St-Emilion Grand Cru £13.12 98342 Chablis 1er Cru Montmains Domaine des Marronniers £14.49 94634 above £15 Jacques Cartier Brut £16.01 81774 Veuve Delaroy Brut £17.22 30185 ChÂteau Tour Pibran Pauillac £17.60 96214 Primrose Hill from Chapel Down Brut Prestige £17.79 70098 ChÂteauneuf-du-Pape Louis Bernard Les Galets £18.10 30140 ChÂteau Cantelys Pessac-Leognan £18.85 96231 De Castellane Croix Rouge Saint Andre Brut £20.05 81773 Veuve Delaroy Rosé £20.32 30186 Volnay Roche de Bellene Vieilles Vignes £21.91 97650 Meursault Cuvée Charles Maxime Domaine Latour-Giraud £22.60 09772 Ceretto Barolo Zonchera £23.36 79068 De Castellane Rosé £23.77 92530 Nuits St Georges Roche de Bellene Vieilles Vignes £23.81 94659 Lanson Black Label £25.05 46651 Laurent-Perrier Brut £26.64 08938 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Nicolis £28.99 09769 MoËt Chandon Brut Imperial £29.03 42069 Lanson Rosé £29.13 30189 Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Yellow Label Brut £32.38 30219 Bollinger Special Cuvée £35.33 91155 Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Brut £41.26 93388 Dom Perignon £94.45 30218
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    info@vivaswine.co.uk 73 Trading Terms “We,”“us”,“our”mean BFS Group Limited, a company registered in England and Wales, company number 239718, whose registered office is at Buckingham Court, Kingsmead Business Park, High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 1JU 1 Orders Orders are accepted subject to availability of the product from the manufacturer/importer. We will at all times adhere to all legal restrictions imposed on us in connection with the sale and offering for sale of alcohol. We therefore will not accept orders from persons under the age of 18 for any products containing alcohol; no binding agreement will arise from any alcohol order by a person under 18 years. 2 Parties Only we and the customer making the order are intended to benefit from the contract of supply. 3 Minimum Delivery We reserve the right not to deliver an order which is valued at less than £150 (net sales value) (An additional charge may be levied on orders below this amount). 4 Splitting Charges For your convenience we are pleased to split cases of Champagne, Spirits and sweet wines; however, in some instances a minimum split quantity may apply. 5 Last Orders Orders must be received before 3pm on the day prior to delivery (but certain of our depots operate to a different cut-off time – please check at time of order). TERMS CONDITIONS6 Returns Our drivers are not authorised to accept goods for return without the appropriate documentation. However, full cases containing damaged goods may be returned for full credit at the time of delivery only. 7 Payment Terms All credit accounts must be settled by the 15th of the month following invoice date and sent to the statement address. In the event of an account being in arrears, we reserve the right to withhold further supplies. 8 Risk and Ownership • All risks in the goods pass to the purchaser on delivery. Ownership of goods delivered to customer shall remain with us until payment of the invoiced cost has been received in full. • Roll cages, pallets and tote boxes remain our property at all times. We reserve the right to charge for any items left at the customer’s premises at their request which are not returned on demand or are lost by the customer. 9 Shortages The number of items delivered must be checked in the presence of the driver. Claims for shortages should be made at the time of delivery but in any event claims must be made to the distribution depot on the day of delivery. 10 Warranty All goods offered for sale are warranted to be of the nature, substance and quality described and to comply with all statutory requirements from time to time in force relating to the sale of beverages (so far as applicable to such goods). Unless otherwise specified in the brochure, the size of each bottle of alcoholic drink is 75cl. 11 Product Durability Some beverages and most food products with a life from manufacture of twelve months or less must by law be dated either by Best Before or a Sell By Statement. We as a company endeavour to ensure that all dated stock has an optimum remaining life when we sell to our customers. All customers are advised to check the durability dates upon receipt. We therefore regret that we are unable to accept returned products relating to date coding from our customers. 12 Pricing All items in this list are offered subject to availability.We reserve the right to alter prices without notice in the event of significant unforeseen market fluctuations, or in the case of pricing errors. Prices are fixed on the day of delivery, not when the goods are ordered. VAT will be charged at the appropriate rate on goods where applicable. 13 Telephone Call Monitoring Please note that your call may be listened to by one of our telesales managers or regional trainers to assist with ongoing training and development of our staff with the aim of giving you the best possible service. 14 Limitation of Liability • We do not accept liability for any failure to perform or delay in performance caused by events outside of our reasonable control (including, but not limited, to strikes, trade disputes, accident, breakdowns, shortages affecting us or our usual sources of supply or means of delivery of the product). • We accept unlimited liability for personal injury or death arising from our negligence and for all other matters for which it is unlawful for us to limit our liability under English law. • Subject to (b) above, we shall have no liability to you whether in contract, tort (including negligence) or breach of statutory duty for any: loss of profit, loss of business or business opportunity, loss of contract, loss of goodwill; or any special or indirect consequential loss. 15 General Provisions The contract and any claims arising in connection with it shall be governed by English law and any dispute between us will be resolved exclusively in the English courts. If any part of the contract is unenforceable, the unenforceable part shall be construed to reflect, as nearly as possible, the original intentions of the parties. The other provisions of the contract shall remain in full force and effect. If we do not insist upon or enforce strict performance of any provision of the contract this shall not mean that we waive our rights under that provision. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of product lists, occasionally errors may occur. Should specific characteristics of our products be of particular importance to you, please contact info@vivaswine. co.uk for more details. WWW.vivaswine.co.uk72 GROSS profit table Cost Price 60% 65% 70% 3.00 9.00 10.29 12.00 3.25 9.75 11.14 13.00 3.50 10.50 12.00 14.00 3.75 11.25 12.86 15.00 4.00 12.00 13.71 16.00 4.25 12.75 14.57 17.00 4.50 13.50 15.43 18.00 4.75 14.25 16.29 19.00 5.00 15.00 17.14 20.00 5.25 15.75 18.00 21.00 5.50 16.50 18.86 22.00 5.75 17.25 19.71 23.00 6.00 18.00 20.57 24.00 6.25 18.75 21.43 25.00 6.50 19.50 22.29 26.00 6.75 20.25 23.14 27.00 7.00 21.00 24.00 28.00 7.25 21.75 24.86 29.00 7.50 22.50 25.71 30.00 7.75 23.25 26.57 31.00 8.00 24.00 27.43 32.00 8.25 24.75 28.29 33.00 8.50 25.50 29.14 34.00 8.75 26.25 30.00 35.00 9.00 27.00 30.86 36.00 9.25 27.75 31.71 37.00 9.50 28.50 32.57 38.00 9.75 29.25 33.43 39.00 10.00 30.00 34.29 40.00 The chart below demonstrates selling prices at typical margin percentages of 60, 65 and 70 percent. Unit costs are quoted ex VAT, whilst the sell prices are all shown inclusive of VAT*. *VAT at 20%
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    2011/12 Don’t missOur newextended spirits, beer and soft drinks sections! Drinks list email info@vivaswine.co.uk website www.vivaswine.co.uk Thevivasdrinkslist2011/12 matchingedition Food Wine