{"id":14441,"date":"2026-05-02T12:18:31","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T11:18:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/?p=14441"},"modified":"2026-05-02T12:18:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T11:18:31","slug":"what-were-drinking-in-may-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/what-were-drinking-in-may-3\/","title":{"rendered":"What We&#8217;re Drinking in May"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_315b8835 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><time class=\"w-post-elm post_date entry-date published\" datetime=\"2026-05-02T12:18:31+01:00\" title=\"2 May 2026 at 12:18:31 Europe\/London\" itemprop=\"datePublished\">3 hours ago<\/time><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><h2 class=\"w-post-elm post_title entry-title color_link_inherit\">What We&#8217;re Drinking in May<\/h2><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>At The Oxford Wine Company we spend our days surrounded by thousands of delicious wines, spirits and beers. But which of them do we decide to drink at home? Take a look below for our team&#8217;s top picks for this month.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_a9be633b height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg-alt)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-14-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Manda Joyce, Wine Advisor at The Oxford Wine Company\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-14-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-14-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-14-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-14-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-14-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-14-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-14-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-14-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-14-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-14.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Manda Joyce, Wine Advisor<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/white-heron-british-cassis\"><strong><span>White Heron British Cassis<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a325.00<\/del> \u00a322.50 &#8211;\u00a0 Blend this Herefordshire blackcurrant liqueur with bubbly for glass of sophisticated pleasure. Or just pour over ice cream!<\/p>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/terra-dalter-alfrocheiro-alentejo\"><strong><span>Terra D&#8217;Alter Alfrocheiro, Alentejo 2024<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a316.50<\/del> \u00a314.85 &#8211; So happy to see the return of this &#8216;Pinot of Portugal&#8217; to our shelves. A great value addition of our stable of light-yet-interesting reds. Chillable too.<\/p>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/kyro-wood-smoke-rye-malt-whisky\"><strong><span>Kyro Wood Smoke Rye Malt Whisky<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a363.00<\/del> \u00a356.70 &#8211; Adventurous and characterful whisky from Finland, a powerful hit of earthy, sweet-savoury malted rye and smoky alder wood.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_315b8835 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-12-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-12-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-12-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-12-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-12-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-12-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-12-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-12-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-12-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-12-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-12.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>John Shuckburgh, WSET Educator<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/monte-del-fra-soave-classico\"><strong>Monte del Fr\u00e0 Soave Classico 2025<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a318.75<\/del> \u00a316.88 &#8211; A super example of this classic Italian white from the Veneto. Charming aromas of white blossom lead to a ripe palate of orchard fruits and a long, honey and almond finish.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/chateau-cantemerle-2020-haut-medoc\"><strong>\u00a0Ch\u00e2teau Cantemerle, Haut M\u00e9doc 2020<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0<del>\u00a350.00<\/del> \u00a345.00 &#8211; High class claret at a mid-range price. From the seductive blackcurrant and vanilla nose, through the complex palate of mature fruit, leather and spice, to the voluptuous finish. This wine sings!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_c70c97eb height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg-alt)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-21-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Mark Warde-Aldam, Shop Manager at The Oxford Wine Company\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-21-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-21-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-21-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-21-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-21-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-21-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-21-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-21-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-21-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-21.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Mark Warde-Aldam, Shop Manager<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/torre-zambra-incastro-bianco-terre-di-chieti-igt\"><strong><span>Torre Zambra Incastro Bianco, Terre Di Chieti IGT 2024<\/span><\/strong><\/a>&#8211; <del>\u00a313.50<\/del> \u00a312.15 -Interesting blend of Trebbiano, Pecorino and Passerina producing a tongue tingling light fruity white for summer slurping<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/maison-auvigue-macon-solutre-pouilly\"><strong><span>Maison Auvigue Macon Solutr\u00e9-Pouilly 2022 <\/span><\/strong><\/a>&#8211; <del>\u00a322.50 <\/del>\u00a0\u00a320.25 &#8211; From the south of Burgundy, making slightly fatter and rounder Chardonnay. My favorite Macon<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-13-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Katy Barker, Retail Marketing Manager at The Oxford Wine Company\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-13-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-13-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-13-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-13-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-13-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-13-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-13-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-13-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-13-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-13.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Katy Barker Hill, Retail Marketing Manager<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/mount-beautiful-estate-pinot-noir-rose\"><strong>Mount Beautiful Estate Pinot Noir Ros\u00e9 2025<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a317.50 <\/del>\u00a315.75 &#8211; A seriously easy-drinking ros\u00e9 that still feels a bit special. Light, fresh and packed with strawberry and red berry flavours. Perfect for warm evenings, picnics, or just when you want something refreshing but not boring.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/famiglia-cecchi-gli-amici-rosso-di-montalcino-doc\">Famiglia Cecchi Gli Amici Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2024<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a319<\/del><del>.75 <\/del>\u00a317.78 &#8211; A proper Italian crowd pleaser. Expect vibrant aromas of ripe red cherry and blackberry layered with gentle spice. This wine is elegant yet generous, with freshness, supple tannins and a savoury edge making it super food friendly.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/lothian-vineyards-estate-chardonnay-elgin\">Lothian Vineyards Estate Chardonnay, Elgin 2022<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a332<\/del><del>.75 <\/del>\u00a329.48 &#8211; Another South African Chardonnay that hits every note! Fresh citrus and stone fruit meet a gentle creamy edge, striking that sweet spot between zippy and smooth. It\u2019s polished without being flashy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_c70c97eb height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-16-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Min Yee Tseu - Corporate and University Sales Representative at The Oxford Wine Company\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-16-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-16-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-16-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-16-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-16-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-16-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-16-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-16-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-16-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Staff-Picks-16.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Min Yee Tseu, Corporate and University Account Manager<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/greywacke-pinot-noir-marlborough\"><strong>Greywacke Pinot Noir, Marlborough 2023<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a339.50 <\/del>\u00a0\u00a335.55 &#8211; An exceptionally drinkable Pinot Noir with the perfect balance of fruit character and savoury notes.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/paul-rene-cap-classique-brut\"><strong>Paul Ren\u00e9 Cap Classique Brut 2020<\/strong><\/a>&#8211; <del>\u00a325.75<\/del> \u00a323.18 &#8211; A bubbly treat that is friendly on both the palate and the pocket!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/oldenburg-vineyards-cl-white-blend-stellenbosch\"><strong>Oldenburg Vineyards CL White Blend, Stellenbosch 2023<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a320.50<\/del> \u00a318.23 &#8211; A wonderful blend of Chenin Blanc (to give a zippy acidity) and Chardonnay (to give a rounded mouthfeel) &#8211; absolutely delicious!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_315b8835 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Staff-Picks-32-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"A round photo of Emma Bristow - Wine Advisor at The Oxford Wine Company\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Staff-Picks-32-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Staff-Picks-32-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Staff-Picks-32-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Staff-Picks-32-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Staff-Picks-32-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Staff-Picks-32-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Staff-Picks-32-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Staff-Picks-32-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Staff-Picks-32-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Staff-Picks-32.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Emma Bristow, Wine Advisor<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/rathfinny-estate-rose-sussex\"><span>Rathfinny Estate Ros\u00e9, Sussex 2019<\/span><\/a>\u00a0&#8211;<\/strong> <del>\u00a340.00 <\/del>\u00a336.00 &#8211; A beautiful family owned wine estate in the South Downs. This sparkling Ros\u00e9 has aromas raspberry and red apple and a floral touch of rose. Expect a creamy palate of strawberry, clementine and ripe cherry. A lovely depth of flavour with a spicy finish. Perfect as an aperitif and would also pair well with Asian dishes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_c70c97eb height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image style_circle align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Duncan-Square-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Duncan-Square-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Duncan-Square-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Duncan-Square-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Duncan-Square-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Duncan-Square-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Duncan-Square-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Duncan-Square-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Duncan-Square-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Duncan-Square-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Duncan-Square.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Duncan Laing, Wine Advisor<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/odessos-urban-winery-claret-black-sea-coast\"><strong>Odessos Urban Winery Claret, Black Sea Coast 2024<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a325.50 <\/del>\u00a322.95 &#8211; Bursting with aromas of raspberry, redcurrant with a hint of bell pepper. Great with seafood &#8211; or pizza, but DON&#8217;T FEED THE SEAGULLS!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/crama-delta-dunarii-la-sapata-feteasc-regal-dobrogea\"><strong>Crama Delta Dunarii La Sapata Feteasc\u0103 Regal\u0103, Dobrogea 2024<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a321.25<\/del> \u00a319.13 &#8211; Aromas of white peach, elderflower and citrus zest unfold with hints of fresh herbs and wet stone; the palate is vibrant and textured. A superb alternative to aromatic whites such as Gr\u00fcner Veltliner.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shotover Prospect<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a34.00<\/del> \u00a33.60 &#8211; Aromas of toast, mildly fruity with a touch of honey followed by dry hoppiness and hint of toffee.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_315b8835 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image style_circle align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Staff-photos-colour-19-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Lucy Harrison, Shop Manager at The Oxford Wine Company\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Staff-photos-colour-19-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Staff-photos-colour-19-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Staff-photos-colour-19-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Staff-photos-colour-19-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Staff-photos-colour-19-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Staff-photos-colour-19-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Staff-photos-colour-19-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Staff-photos-colour-19-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Staff-photos-colour-19-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Staff-photos-colour-19.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Lucy Harrison, Retail Operations Manager<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/bratanov-pop-up-syrah-viognier-sakar-mountain\"><strong><span>Cascina delle Monache Bricco della Lodra 2025<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a315.50 <\/del>\u00a313.95 -Back in stock! This Dolcetto is one of my go-to light reds which is perfect with the summer months ahead. Bright red fruits, such as raspberry, red cherry and red plums, with blueberry notes and a whisper of white pepper. Can be chilled too!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/hahndorf-hill-gru-gruner-veltliner-adelaide-hills\"><strong><span>Hahndorf Hill GRU Gr\u00fcner Veltliner, Adelaide Hills 2022<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a325.50 <\/del>\u00a322.95 &#8211; An Australian take on a classic Austrian grape. Citrus and stone fruit notes and a white pepper spice. An absolute banger!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/castello-della-sala-san-giovanni-orvieto-classico\"><strong><span>Castello della Sala San Giovanni Orvieto Classico 2024<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a326.75 <\/del>\u00a324.08 &#8211; Revisted this recently, a Grechetto dominant blend from Orvieto. This is delicate and elegant, with bright citrus fruits and a lovely soft texture. Lovely with pan-fried sea bass!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_c70c97eb height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image style_circle align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Staff-photos-colour-1-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Staff-photos-colour-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Staff-photos-colour-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Staff-photos-colour-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Staff-photos-colour-1-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Staff-photos-colour-1-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Staff-photos-colour-1-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Staff-photos-colour-1-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Staff-photos-colour-1-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Staff-photos-colour-1-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Staff-photos-colour-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Clare Lobo, Events and Tasting Manager<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/mount-beautiful-estate-chardonnay\"><strong>Mount Beautiful Estate Chardonnay 2023<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a318.50 <\/del>\u00a316.65 &#8211; Just the right balance of richness and freshness &#8211; this is everything I like in a Chardonnay and will be a staple for me over the summer months.<\/p>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/domaine-laurent-boussey-les-hauts-brins-monthelie-rouge\"><strong>\u00a0Domaine Laurent Boussey Les Haut Brins, Monthelie Rouge 2019<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a337.50 <\/del>\u00a333.75 &#8211; A beautifully complex red Burgundy from 2019 that is exceptional quality for this price point!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_315b8835 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image style_circle align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Staff-photos-colour-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Staff-photos-colour-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Staff-photos-colour-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Staff-photos-colour-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Staff-photos-colour-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Staff-photos-colour-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Staff-photos-colour-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Staff-photos-colour-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Staff-photos-colour-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Staff-photos-colour-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Staff-photos-colour.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Chris Campbell, Wine Advisor<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/chablis-1er-cru-vau-ligneau-alain-geoffroy\"><strong><span>Chablis 1er Cru Vau-Ligneau, Alain Geoffroy 2023<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0<del>\u00a330.50 <\/del>\u00a327.45 &#8211; A classic crisp clean tasting Chablis made from unoaked Chardonnay. Drink chilled either on its own in the sunshine or with fine poultry, veal escalope or cheese.<\/p>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/banyuls-baillaury-5-year-old\"><strong>Banyuls &#8216;Baillaury&#8217; 5 Year Old<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a321.50 <\/del>\u00a319.35 &#8211; An unusual red fortified wine from the mediterranean south of France next to the border with Spain. Serve lightly chilled either as an aperitif or as a classic partner to chocolate desserts, blue cheeses; a southern French alternative to Ruby Port or Madeira.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_315b8835 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg-alt)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image style_circle align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tanya-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tanya-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tanya-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tanya-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tanya-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tanya-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tanya-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tanya-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tanya-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tanya-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tanya.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_c70c97eb\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Tanya Little, Shop Manager<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/cherubino-uovo-chardonnay-pemberton\"><strong><span> Cherubino Uovo Chardonnay, Pemberton 2024<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0<del>\u00a323.50 <\/del>\u00a0\u00a321.15 &#8211; Rich and complex, but without being a butter-ball. Ginger spice, citrus peel and stonefruit notes make this wine a hug in a glass.<\/p>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/bacco-estate-bacio-del-sole-vermentino-paarl\"><strong>Bacco Estate Bacio del Sole Vermentino, Paarl 2025<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a319.75 <\/del>\u00a317.78 &#8211; An exciting new Italian-inspired South African Vermentino from an up-and-coming estate in Paarl. Vibrant, floral and textured, this was love at first sip!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/in-situ-signature-hillside-blend-aconcagua-valley\"><strong>In Situ Signature Hillside Blend, Aconcagua Valley 2022<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <del>\u00a315.50<\/del> \u00a313.95 &#8211; Smooth, silky, floral, slightly spicy and dangerously drinkable. This is Friday night in a bottle!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_315b8835 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image style_circle align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Staff-photos-colour-3-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Staff-photos-colour-3-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Staff-photos-colour-3-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Staff-photos-colour-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Staff-photos-colour-3-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Staff-photos-colour-3-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Staff-photos-colour-3-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Staff-photos-colour-3-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Staff-photos-colour-3-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Staff-photos-colour-3-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Staff-photos-colour-3.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Klara Zhao, Wine Advisor<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/m-chapoutier-rouge-clair-grenache-syrah\"><strong><span>M. Chapoutier &#8216;Rouge Clair&#8217; Grenache\/Syrah 2024<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0<del>\u00a316.00 <\/del>\u00a0\u00a314.40 &#8211; Now that spring is finally on its way, try this refreshing blend of Grenache and Syrah for a chillable red perfectly suited to garden dinners. Vibrant, fruity, and delicately structured\u2014an elegant alternative to a ros\u00e9 this season!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/gvantsas-wine-aladasturi-rose\"><strong><span>Gvantsa&#8217;s Wine Aladasturi Ros\u00e9 2020<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0<del>\u00a325.50 <\/del>\u00a0\u00a322.95 &#8211; Here&#8217;s a charming ros\u00e9 for blossom season\u2014a small batch wine made by sisters Gvantsa and Baia Abuladze, this is a bright, berry-driven celebration of local heritage using organic methods, wild ferment, and buried terracotta vessels. Its subtle notes of herb and mineral make it a perfect match for hearty salads and light fish dishes, khachapuri&#8230; or simply to be enjoyed on its own al fresco.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_315b8835 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg-alt)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image style_circle align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Staff-photos-colour-1-1024x1024.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Staff-photos-colour-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Staff-photos-colour-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Staff-photos-colour-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Staff-photos-colour-1-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Staff-photos-colour-1-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Staff-photos-colour-1-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Staff-photos-colour-1-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Staff-photos-colour-1-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Staff-photos-colour-1-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/oxfordwine.co.uk\/owc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Staff-photos-colour-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_c70c97eb\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Rory Murray, Wine Advisor<\/h4>\n<p class=\"product-details__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.oxfordwine.co.uk\/products\/txomin-etxaniz-txakoli-pays-basque\"><strong><span>Txomin Etxaniz Txakol\u00ed, Pays Basque 2025<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0<del>\u00a318.75 <\/del>\u00a0\u00a316.88 &#8211; A beautifully made wine from the Basque region of Spain. Clean, super refreshing and slightly petillant. Almost like biting into a granny smith! This is a wine that really impressed me, and it might just be the perfect choice for a really sunny day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"3 hours agoWhat We&#8217;re Drinking in MayAt The Oxford Wine Company we spend our days surrounded by thousands of delicious wines, spirits and beers. 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