France

Despite all the rumours, France is still a hugely important part of the UK wine market, 27% in the On- Trade, what makes it number one. And the reasons for that are simple: no other country can compete with the sheer diversity of wine styles offered by France and no other country offers such a range of must-list appellations.

At WaverleyTBS we’ve sought-out the best, most forward looking producers in each of the major appellations, from the Loire, to Bordeaux, via Burgundy, the Rhone, Provence and Languedoc-Roussillon. Without exception, these wines are examples of the best of modern France, where hundreds of years of tradition are backed up by contemporary winemaking flair.

Vins de France
The arrival of the Vins de France category, part of the dramatic changes to EU wine law passed last year, allows French producers to blend grapes from all over the country, and to print the grape variety and vintage on the label. This puts them on a much more even footing with the New World, and, in the case of brands such as Pierre Javert, has enabled us to source the best quality:value ratio that France can offer. The result is a set of superb, easy-drinking wines offering great consistency, without ever losing that French je ne sais quoi.

Pierre Javert

This range of wines is specifically blended by our winemakers in conjunction with wineries in Southern Europe and designed specifically for the On-Trade to be food friendly and approachable.

Pierre Javert – Dry White
A clean, fresh, dry white with irresistible floral style. Enjoy this wine as a refreshing appetizer on its own or combined with simply prepared white meats like chicken.

Pierre Javert – Medium Dry White
An aromatic flowery bouquet and a medium-dry style. Match with seafood stews or Bouillabaisse with saffron or turmeric.

Pierre Javert – Medium Sweet White
Fresh white wine with a medium-sweet floral finish. Combine with French onion tarts and liver pates or something totally different like Medium Indian dishes.

Pierre Javert – Rose
Fresh fruity, strawberry flavours, a good, dry rose. Easy drinking. Lovely with Lamb tagines where meats are cooked slow with lots of spices and heat - either from chillis, spices or garlic.

Pierre Javert – Red
Soft, fruity red wine. Well balanced and easy drinking. Want to try fish with red, than this is your chance. Try this light and fruity wine with Monkfish or other firm-fleshed fish oven-baked with vegetables and olives or cooked in a tomato-based sauce.

Reynier

Reynier wines are exclusive to WaverleyTBS and known for their fantastic value for money and as ideal entry level options. The white is 100% Chenin Blanc from the high altitude Limoux area while the red Merlot comes from the South of France.

Reynier – Chenin Blanc – Vin de France
Brimming with ripe fruit flavours, refreshing and mouth filling with delicious acidity. A lovely companion to light pasta dishes or slightly spiced Paella.

Reynier – Medium Dry Chenin Blanc – Vin de France
A wealth of succulent fruit flavours, rich and full-flavoured. Immediately appealing. Enjoy this wine alongside to Thai Green & Red Curries with some chilli flavour and heat in the sauce.

Reynier – Merlot – Vin de France
A soft, southern style with a wealth of ripe berry fruit flavours. Very nice in combination with Chicken, Beef or Pork Stroganoff (using Paprika and cream).

Cuvee Lamartine

Cuvee Lamartine is a benchmark for the quality and value which the South of France can still offer. Bursting with vibrant fruit flavours. Great value – good wine.

Cuvee Lamartine – Colombard / Sauvignon Blanc – Vin de Pays des Cotes de Gascogne
This wine is Gascogne in style. Very refreshing white wine with bags of citrussy flavours. Very nice in combination with crumbed or coated Scampi and other fish with Tartare sauce or vinegar based dressings.

Cuvee Lamartine – Grenache / Merlot – Vin de Pays d’ Oc
Soft, ripe and fruity with lingering plummy flavours with a hint of fresh red berry fruits. This wine makes a very nice match with Beef & Mushroom or Steak & Ale pies with thick, rich pastry.

L’ Emage

The L' Emage wines are a showcase for all that is good in the modern French wine scene. L' Emage takes France's traditional strengths like food-friendliness, style and elegance and brings them up to date with some New World-inspired styling.

L’ Emage – Sauvignon Blanc
Delicious gooseberry notes and a crisp, dry finish. Enjoy this wine as a refreshing appetizer on its own or combined with Seafood - shellfish like lobster, crab or prawns and plain-grilled white fish.

L’ Emage – Chardonnay
Fresh and crisp, combining minerality with well balanced tropical flavours. Enjoy this rich Chardonnay in combination with chicken or turkey with BBQ marinades made from honey & crushed spices.

L’ Emage – Rose
Bright pink colour. A glorious mouthful of raspberries, strawberries and cream. Fruity and crisp with a touch of vanilla. A lovely Rose to enjoy nicely chilled, relaxing on the terrace but also goes very well with  dishes like Moussaka and white meat stews (eg: Pork), lasagne, chilli con carne, etc.

L’ Emage – Merlot
Subtle, spicy character with lots of plummy fruit. This easy going Merlot is a great companion to simply cooked red meats with light sauces and seasonings.

L’ Emage – Cabernet Sauvignon
Silky smooth red with irresistible blackcurrant aromas. This mouthful and beautiful wine makes a great combination with Bangers & Mash or Shepherd’s Pie and Cottage Pie.