Corney & Barrow are the only wine merchants you need this Christmas.  With over 4000 bottles in their portfolio, 40% of which are under £30, there will be something to suit every palate. Discover new wines from Hungary, Romania and as far as Peru, as well as some old favorites.

With so much choice, it's hard to know where to start, but this year's curated Christmas list makes it easy to find the perfect match for Christmas dinner and gifts worthy of a prime spot under the tree. Shop their online Christmas hub from 5thNovember for insider tips from the experts.

HAND PICKED COLLECTIONS

C&B OWN LABELS

C&B Buyer, Rebecca Palmer, loves the excitement and anticipation of Christmas. She has selected the C&B Own Label to cover all festive eventualities. Highlights:

Corney & Barrow Sparkling Blanc de Blancs Méthode Traditionnelle NV, Savoie, France, (£12.95)–“A Chenin-based blend of important local grape varieties, this wine is bone dry with delicate, crisp apple and light brioche notes.”

Corney & Barrow 20-year-old Tawny Port, Douro, Portugal (£32.95) –“A complex nose of warming fruit, complemented by hints of orange, nuts and spice, all reflected on the palate.”

Corney & Barrow Sloe Gin 70cl, Yorkshire, Great Britain (£29.95) –“Rich aromatic cherry from the sloe and a hint of almond from the sloe stone combines to give a full flavour.”

www.corneyandbarrow.com/christmas/own-labels

THE CLASSICS

Sophie Martin, is a French ballerina and principal dancer at the Scottish Ballet, (where Corney & Barrow are official wine sponsors), so who better to represent Corney & Barrow's classic wine selection? Whether you choose a traditional Christmas or like to experiment, this wine selection is for you. Highlights: 

Bourgogne Blanc Les Sétilles, Olivier Leflaive 2015, Burgandy, France, (£18.95) -"An all-time favourite - supple, mineral, creamy, refreshing."

Malbec Achaval-Ferrer 2015, Mendoza, Argentina, (£19.50) –"A fresh, red fruited, textured nose, with some dark pepper and a hint of pithy orange zest."

Roc de Cambes 2012, Bordeaux, France, (£65.00) -"Pure red and black fruit on the palate, layered with vanilla cream and enriched by judicious use of toasted oak."

www.corneyandbarrow.com/christmas/the-classics

THE ALL ROUNDERS

Christmas is a time for family recipes – trusted feasts you can rely on in the midst of the festive madness. The same is true of wine. C&B's Head of Fine Wine, Will Hargrove, always looks for a wine with personality. Highlights:

Riesling Beblenheim, Domaine Trapet, Alsace, France, (£17.95) -"Pale straw colour, with crisp acidity balanced by rich apricot and zesty citrus fruit, leading into a long, spicy finish."

Chateau Barrail du Blanc Grand Cru St-Emilion 2014, Bordeaux, France, (£21.75) - "A sweet, earthy ripe perfume of red fruits, a supple, generous structure, lovely density and delicate fruit to the finish."

Oreg Kiraly Dulo Sweet Szamorodni Furmint 2013, Tokaji, Hungary, (£24.95) -"Glossy textured and incredibly moreish!"

www.corneyandbarrow.com/christmas/all-rounders

CELEBRATIONS

This year, Corney & Barrow is raising a glass to their wine family around the world, from home grown stars like Wendy Outhwaite, owner of Ambriel Winery in Kent, (who always celebrates Christmas with sparkling wine) to already established household names. Highlights:

Pianer Prosecco DOCG Le Colture Extra Dry NV, Veneto, Italy, (£14.95) -"Flavours of apples and pears mingle with white flowers to give a delicately creamy palate.”

Ambriel Cuvée Classic Brut Traditional Method 2011, Kent, England, (£28.95) - “An outstanding example of English sparkling wine. Bright apple-pear flavours, creamy mousse and toasty notes make this the perfect aperitif”.

Champagne Delamotte Blanc de Blancs NV Magnum, Champagne, France, (£98.50 with 15% off, now £83.73) –“Elegance and poise en magnum.”

www.corneyandbarrow.com/christmas/celebrations

THE WOW FACTOR

Ian Matthews, C&B's Account Manager (based in their Ayr cellars), loves the excitement when people visit the shop to buy their Christmas wines. As unique as his customers, Ian's highlights include:

Intipalka Sauvignon Blanc, Viñas Queirolo 2018, Ica, Peru, (£10.25) -"Delicate and uplifting."

Double Trouble Shiraz Cabernet Barossa Boy 2016, Barossa Valley, South Australia, (£19.50) –“Aromas of dark chocolate and raspberry blend with earthy, forest floor notes.”

Merlot Cakebread Cellars 2014, California, U.S.A, (£61.00) -"Vibrant, dark cherry and plum flavours, with notes of sage, spice and a flinty minerality adding zest to the long, cherry-laced finish."

www.corneyandbarrow.com/christmas/wow-factor

ENDS

For further information on this press release and for images, please contact Vicky Major on Vicky@majorpr.co.uk07506750318.

NOTES TO THE EDITOR

Visit the Corney & Barrow's Christmas hub at: http://www.corneyandbarrow.com/christmas

Last order date for Christmas:

To receive delivery in time for Christmas, customers will need to place their order by 1pm on 18th December. For customers who live in the Highlands orders will need to be placed by 1pm on 12th December and outside of mainland UK orders will need to be placed by 1pm on 7th December.

ABOUT CORNEY & BARROW

At over 230 years old, Corney & Barrow is one of the longest established Independent Wine Merchants in the UK. The original shop, opened by Edward Bland Corney, was on Old Broad Street in the City of London, selling a small selection of Port, Sherry and Bordeaux. The Head Office has remained City based ever since.

Still privately owned, Corney & Barrow has grown nationally and internationally, into every sector of the market. They have sales offices in London, Edinburgh, North Yorkshire, Hong Kong and Singapore. They also run shops in Newmarket and Ayr, having acquired the Scottish Merchants Whighams of Ayr in 1994.

Corney & Barrow offers carefully-selected, honestly-priced wines that not only deliver quality and value for money, but also a sense of place i.e. wines which they believe to be the best examples of a style, country, region or sub-region, to drink now or in the future.

Corney & Barrow work as closely with their suppliers as they do with their customers choosing those which mirror their expectations on quality and sustainability.

Corney & Barrow currently holds two Royal Warrants, as suppliers to HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH The Prince of Wales. Visit corneyandbarrow.com.

C&B'S OWN LABEL SELECTION

White

• Corney & Barrow Blanc IGP Côtes de Gascogne 2017, Gascony, France (£7.75) -"An appealing, zesty and infinitely versatile dry white with white flower and lemon character."
• Corney & Barrow White Burgundy, Mâcon-Villages, Maison Auvigue 2017, Gascony, France (£13.95) -"Supple, delicately creamy and gently ripe."

Red

• Corney & Barrow Rouge, Vin de France 2017, France (£7.75) -"Soft, supple and inviting."
• Corney & Barrow Claret Maison Sichel 2012, Bordeaux, France (£9.95) -"Generous black fruit and floral notes with an underlying classic structure - very accessible."
• Corney & Barrow Rioja Crianza, Bodegas Zugober 2015, Rioja, Spain (£10.95) -"Clean and intense aromas of red fruit, and rich plum, dark cherry and warm spices on the palate."
• Corney & Barrow Côtes-du-Rhône Vignobles Gonnet 2016, Rhone, France (£10.95) -"Perfectly pitched between ripe-fruited richness and lively freshness."
• Corney & Barrow Company Reserve Claret Maison Sichel 2015, Bordeaux, France (£13.50) -"Delivers richness, structure and a dash of hedonism."
• Corney & Barrow Saint-Emilion, Château Bellevue-Figeac 2014, Bordeaux, France (£17.95) - "Combines cherries, berries and spice on the nose and palate, refreshed by floral notes – violets."
• Corney & Barrow Margaux 2014, Margaux, France (£23.95) -“An accessible, easy-drinking Margaux, with hallmark charm and elegance."

Sparkling

• Corney & Barrow Sparkling Blanc de Blancs Méthode Traditionnelle NV, Savoie, France, (£12.95) –“Bone dry with delicate, crisp apple and light brioche notes.”

Sweet

• Corney & Barrow Sauternes 2012 Halves, Sauternes, Bordeaux, France (£13.95) -"Perfectly-pitched balance of luxuriant, ripe fruit and fresh, upbeat acidity, which goes equally well with rich terrines, cheeses and desserts. Poised, elegant, sensual and rather lovely."

Fortified

• Corney & Barrow Ruby Port, Douro, Portugal (£13.95) -"Quite a serious ruby port, intensely coloured, rich and peppery."
• Corney & Barrow 20-year-old Tawny Port, Douro, Portugal (£32.95) –“A complex nose of warming fruit, complemented by hints of orange, nuts and spice, all reflected on the palate.”

Spirit:

• Corney & Barrow Sloe Gin 70cl, Yorkshire, Great Britain (£29.95) –“Rich aromatic cherry from the sloe and a hint of almond from the sloe stone combines to give a full flavour in the mouth.The London Gin then cuts through providing a short dry finish. Perfect for a warming nip on a cold day."