Tim’s Pick of the Whites Case of 6

My Pick of the Whites 6 bottle Case brings together my favourite white wines of the year. These are the wines that I feel are both top quality and also have that certain ‘X’ factor which makes them special.

1 x Soave Classico ‘Terre di Monteforte’ 2021
Made from 100% Garganega grapes, this super wine is a great example of well made Soave at a very good price. It is crisp, floral and fresh on the nose followed by a dry, textured apple-ey fruit palate. I particularly enjoy it with some butternut squash ravioli or roast chicken. I think it perfect with semi-soft cheeses like Teddington Cheese’s Dolce di Maremma or mild goat’s cheeses.

1 x Bodega Colome Estate Series Salta Torrontes 2021
Intense gold with green tones, this wine has a bright floral nose with aromas of grapefruit, tropical fruits and a hint of spice. On the palate, it is fresh and well structured with a crisp finish. A versatile wine which works wonderfully with roast chicken, seafood and more spicy dishes such as a Thai coconut curry. Cheese-wise, I find a Pecorino a great match. Gold Medal, DWWA 2022

1 x Fiano ‘Ciaca Bianca’ Mandrarossa 2021
Straw yellow in colour, with aromas of jasmine, basil and laurel. The palate is fresh and mineral, with hints of aromatic herbs and excellent length. Perfect with some prawn linguine (fresh pasta with olive oil, lemon, parsley, garlic and red chilli), and a slice of Dolce de Maremma cheese. Best in Show at the Decanter World Wine Awards, this is brilliant value for such quality. Best in Show, DWWA 2022

1 x Chardonnay Montes Alpha 2020
Montes are a top Chilean estate that make quality wines at affordable prices. Bright golden-yellow in colour, the elegant nose offers aromas of pineapple, banana and ripe mango, with notes of apricots and pears. The French oak complements the aromatic nose with well-integrated notes of hazelnut and vanilla. This pairs beautifully with roast chicken & turkey, lobster in butter sauce, and pan fried fish. I love this with a baked camembert!

1 x Pinot Grigio Gasper 2021
This Slovenian wine is a great example of a terrific, flavoursome Pinot Grigio. It’s straw yellow in colour with a subtle shade of pink. Pear, grapefruit, even pineapple aromas and flavours, with rich flavour and a long silky finish. I love this with red mullet, and it is perfect with Cabri – a full flavoured goat’s cheese from Teddington Cheese. Bronze Medal, DWWA 2022

1 x Gavi di Gavi Lugarara 2021
Gavi is a region in Piedmont where the wines are made exclusively from the Cortese grape. This has intense complex aromas and flavours of white flower, citrus, white pepper and stone fruit. The lovely texture and acidity of this wine makes it a perfect match for Taleggio, and I think it is stunning with pan fried tiger prawns. Bronze Medal, DWWA 2022

Also available as a case of 12 bottles.