Wines of the Year 2025 | The People’s Choice Box

Portuguese wines are some of the best value reds on the market and this field blend from Alentejo is now exception. Dark fruit like blackberries and blackcurrants are...

Portuguese wines are some of the best value reds on the market and this field blend from Alentejo is now exception. Dark fruit like blackberries and blackcurrants are layered with spice and a gorgeous texture. This is a bombshell wine, a real cracker! One of the main grapes in the blend here is Alicante Bouschet, a very unique grape in the wine world as the pulp is dark in colour. It adds depth and perfume to this outstanding wine. 'Trinca Bolotas' meaning acorn muncher is a nod to the acorn munching Iberian pigs that are native to the area. Alentejo produces superb red wines made from the regions native grape varieties, Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez and Touriga Nacional.

This is so so good! If you have never tried a Georgian red wine, producer Bedoba has set the bar very high. This is a rich and full bodied red bursting with dark frui...

This is so so good! If you have never tried a Georgian red wine, producer Bedoba has set the bar very high. This is a rich and full bodied red bursting with dark fruits, herbs, mocha, caramel and chocolatey tones. A wine that would be perfect on a cold evening in front of the fire, or in the summer with a BBQ. Definitely a wine for wine lovers. Made from indigenous Georgian grape 'Saperavi' in Georgia's most renowned wine region Kakheti, this wine is definitely for the curious wine drinker. Partially fermented in ancient traditional clay pots called Quervi and stainless steel tanks, the winemakers Nugzar Ksovreli and Thierry Fontannaz combine tradition with innovation to create super interesting, delicious wines.

Studio is a worthy little sister to the flagship Miraval Rose. How would I describe this rose in 6 words? Elegant, fresh, light, perfumed, mouthwatering and balanced....

Studio is a worthy little sister to the flagship Miraval Rose. How would I describe this rose in 6 words? Elegant, fresh, light, perfumed, mouthwatering and balanced. Miraval Rose is famously the Brangelina Rose (Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie), behind the Hollywood glamour is one of France's best wine producing dynasties, the Perrin Family. The calibre of the rose is worth all the hype, as its produced by such a talented winemaker. The only way to know for sure, is by getting yourself a bottle! It is the embodiment of French savoir-faire, a true work of art that captures the essence of elegance and sophistication. With its delicate flavour, velvety texture and refreshing acidity, it's no wonder why it has become a symbol of luxury and refinement. Produced in the sun-kissed Provence region of France, this Rosé is the perfect companion to any light meal, seafood dish, or simply to savour on its own on a sunny afternoon. Its enchanting pink colour and delicate taste will transport you to a world of pure pleasure and indulgence.

What I love most about this stunning pét-nat is the rich, creamy mousse—it’s miles ahead of every other pét-nat and Prosecco at this price point. Expect zesty citrus,...

What I love most about this stunning pét-nat is the rich, creamy mousse—it’s miles ahead of every other pét-nat and Prosecco at this price point. Expect zesty citrus, crisp green apples, and ripe pears, all lifted by a fine, elegant fizz that brings incredible texture and balance. There’s a touch of natural sweetness, but it’s beautifully countered by zippy acidity, making it dangerously easy to drink. Domaine Albert de Conti is a family-run organic estate in Saint-Julien d’Eymet, Bergerac, where Guillaume and Paulin de Conti have breathed new life into their grandfather’s vineyards. Farming 30 hectares organically, they work with biodynamic and agroforestry principles to enhance soil health and vine balance. This pét-nat, made from 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Sémillon, is crafted with a low-intervention approach, completing fermentation in bottle to create a naturally sparkling wine that’s bursting with energy and freshness.

A full bodied, rich and unctuous red wine from Ribero del Duero. Unoaked, with flavours of fresh blackberries, blueberries and plums. Made exclusively from Tempranill...

A full bodied, rich and unctuous red wine from Ribero del Duero. Unoaked, with flavours of fresh blackberries, blueberries and plums. Made exclusively from Tempranillo, you would be forgiven for expecting it to taste similar to a Rioja, however Ribero is a much hotter place resulting in a much more robust style of wine. If you like Malbec, this one will be right up your street. The climate along the Duero is extreme, with hot dry summers and harsh winters. The hot summer days and cool evenings result in intense and full bodied reds with a firm structure and refreshing acidity.

A classic Rioja, sourced from the finest vineyard parcels in the Sonsierra sub-zone of Rioja Alta. This blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha, with an average vine age of...

A classic Rioja, sourced from the finest vineyard parcels in the Sonsierra sub-zone of Rioja Alta. This blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha, with an average vine age of 30 years, delivers a wine of subtle charm. With its bright cherry colour, this Rioja offers a harmonious combination of aromas, featuring ripe strawberries and gentle vanilla, complemented by nuanced hints of tobacco and cocoa. It's a refined expression of Rioja winemaking, and the best part is, it's available at an unbeatable price.