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Beyond the difficulties of 2021, the growers were smiling once discussions moved to the 2020 vintage. The Rhône has been blessed with a run of wonderful recent vintages and 2020 will rank highly amongst these. In many ways 2020 is similar to 2019, again being a hot, dry year. The winter and spring were both mild and followed by the warm summer, delivered a very early harvest. Many producers began picking in late August and were finished by mid September. Far higher rainfall over the winter period compared to 2019 meant that precious reserves of water were built up in the subsoil. The vines were therefore not stressed by the heat, alcohol levels were typically a little lower and overall the wines deliver more freshness than both 2019 and 2018.

The best red wines capture the enchanting appeal of fine Burgundy offering a panoply of multi-nuanced flavours. Ripeness of fruit allied to an appetising seam of acidity is the over-riding impression of the vintage. Volumes, sadly, are low, as skins were thick with very little juice in smaller berries due to dehydration. Within each grape, both the fruit richness and the acidity were concentrated in tandem. As a result, the fruit is very concentrated but is not overpowering or heavy-handed – at least at those domaines where sensitive handling of the vinification is the norm. There is vitality and purity much in evidence. The best wines will be able to be enjoyed in their exuberant youth or will equally well reward a longer sojourn in the cellar thanks to their impressive tannic structure and balancing acidity.
The quality of the white wines is perhaps even more consistent than that of the reds. Whether the wines are from Chablis of the Côte d’Or the results are excellent. ‘Typicité’ abounds. Chablis tastes like Chablis and Meursault tastes like Meursault. Almost without exception the results were truly eye-catching. The very best marry a richness and concentration of ripe fruit with a riveting acidity and in many cases minerality. There was no sense of over-maturity or over-ripeness. The wines do not taste particularly of the warm vintage of their birth, there appear to be more orchard fruit and white floral expressions rather than more exotic fruit characters on show. There is tension as well as breadth. The lasting impression is one of a telling vibrant core wrapped around by textural, often creamy, fruit.

The last wines of the month for another year. So of course gloing out with a bang. As ever a mix of brand new wines and new vintages of old favourites. Emphasis on bigger fuller reds for sure. This case may not be covid busting but should you end up squirreled away then this case of wine is sure to keep the spirits up. (of course we suggest responsible drinking!). Lots of characterful wines for yuletide and other imbibing. Cheers!

All at the fabulous mixed case price too!

This has become our best selling case of the year. 12 wines all favourites of the NYW team that personify what we are about and what wines we love. Sub £20 and i have selected from all our picks a balanced mix of styles and types from all around the world. We really think every wine in this case is exceptional. We hope you enjoy trying them !

Team members initials feature after the description just in case you were interested!

Extraordinary wines from one of California's very finest. Tiny quantity.

We are delighted to announce the release of the latest vintages from Torbreck Vintners. Both 2016 and 2018 have been described by the Torbreck team as ‘’extraordinary years’’ and never before have two such strong vintages been released side by side. Both vintages have been described by Head Winemaker, Ian Hongell, as incredibly memorable and an absolute pleasure to work.

“I can tell you 2020 is, I think, a great year that will stand the test of time. A very balanced, fine vintage with great freshness, silky tannins and good length in the mouth. Everything was climatically united, both for the red and the white. 2020 currently reminds me of 2005 and 2007.”