Maremma Magic – Sassicaia 2010 and other jewels of the Tuscan coast
The release of Sassicaia 2010 gives an opportunity to have a look at a few of the other wines from the west Tuscan coast, the 'Maremma'. Continue reading →
View Article2013 Harvest in Montalcino – report from Fuligni
Roberto Guerrini-Fuligni reported from Fuligni in Montalcino on the 9th October:- ‘Harvest 2013 is just finished, a few days ago, (it took 7 days to pick about 12 hectares) and I have in my hands the...
View ArticleOne-day only discount sale – 3 great Reds & Pol Roger White Foil Champagne
Three reds and a Champagne at a one-day only price. Not sure what it is like where you are, but it’s been grey and rainy all day in London, so if you are not feeling much like going out, here is …...
View ArticleWine of the week – 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano, Dei
We are prompted this week by the lovely note from David Williams in The Observer into making this our wine of the week:- 2011 ROSSO DI MONTEPULCIANO Dei £12.95 single bottle, / £11.95 ‘case’ price...
View Article23rd October 2013 – Wine Dinner at the RIVER CAFE with LE MACCHIOLE
LE MACCHIOLE Wine Dinner at the RIVER CAFE Wednesday 23rd October 2013 7.30 pm for 8.00pm dinner A four course dinner in the private dining room of the famous River Café which will consist of antipasti...
View ArticleThe Wine Gang get complimentary at our recent SNP (Sangiovese, Nebbiolo &...
The winegang were in attendance at our recent SNP tasting at the Saatchi Gallery and have kindly penned some complimentary words about LEA & SANDEMAN. Words like these: ‘Our scores speak for...
View ArticleChristmas Tasting in Chiswick
The theme, such as you need a theme beyond 'Christmas', was to put a few less likely wines in front of people, to test and tantalize the taste-buds. With that in mind, we left out the traditional...
View ArticleA great start to 2014: Top reviews from The Wine Gang
The winegang's January report includes on L&S wines tasted last year at our Sangiovese, Pinot Noir & Nebbiolo tasting and at The Bunch's trade tasting. "The scores from both events speak for...
View ArticleWeds 12th Feb: Fuligni BRUNELLO di MONTALCINO Wine Dinner at the THOMAS CUBITT
On Wednesday 12th February 2014 we are hosting an intimate wine dinner, limited to only eighteen places, in the private dining room of the THOMAS CUBITT in Belgravia, together with Roberto Guerrini...
View ArticlePaleo, Messorio, Scrio 2010 –‘Fantastico’ New Releases from Le Macchiole
“Baciato dalla grazia” – “kissed by good fortune” – is how Italians refer to those rare, fortunate individuals who always appear to achieve what they want in life with no effort. The Gambero Rosso...
View Article2011 Tignanello & Sassicaia – pre-shipment offer
'The climate trend in 2011 was truly exceptional for Bolgheri. It can be considered one of the best vintages since the year 2000.' Continue reading →
View ArticleTenuta Monteti – a model wine estate comes of age – Limited opening offer.
The L&S team at Vinitaly voted Tenuta Monteti's 2008 'Monteti' the most exciting wine we tried there this year. Continue reading →
View ArticleBicocchi Alicante – delicious organic red which can be drunk from the fridge
This week's Wine of the Week is the perfect summer 'fridge' red. It is one of the first three wines we have imported from Bicocchi Alicante, a family farm near Massa Marittima in the Tuscan Maremma....
View ArticleWine of the Week – Bowled over by 2010 Caburnio di Tenuta Monteti (for only)...
'I was bowled over by the CABURNIO 2010 (Tenuta Monteti) in my recent order ... it would make an excellent addition to the College cellar.' Continue reading →
View ArticleIn the Press – Victoria Moore’s “Best wines on offer this summer” in The...
Recommended in last weekend's Telegraph were Victoria Moore's "Best wines on offer this summer" and a fine trio of these came from the shelves of LEA & SANDEMAN. Continue reading →
View ArticleWine of the Week:2011 Rosso di Montalcino Collemattoni
Of course, that makes Brunello di Montalcino a more expensive option, but for more of an everyday wine, Montalcino gives us Rosso di Montalcino Continue reading →
View ArticleA perfectly balanced Vermentino from Fattoria di Magliano
This is simply delicious. Achieving that perfect balance between weight and brightness that results in immense drinkability. An ideal drinks party wine or a partner to a summer lunch in the garden....
View ArticleSolaia 2011 – new release of one of Italy’s ‘first growths’
The 2011 is a true classic of the style, less tight and a bit more spicy than some vintages on release. Nevertheless slow to open up, it has penetrating concentration in a mid-weight body, a nose which...
View ArticleWines in the press this week – 2 great value Autumn Reds
Over the last few days we have been delighted to read some glowing reviews for a couple of our favourite wines: Continue reading →
View ArticleThe brilliant 2007 BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO Riserva Fuligni
Simply put, this is one of the finest Tuscan wines you are likely to taste. A sublime blend of terroir, climate, and technical skill, Roberto Fuligni reaches the pinnacle in Brunello di Montalcino wine...
View ArticleA chance trip to Castello del Terriccio – An unforgettable wine experience
A chance trip to Castello del Terriccio – An unforgettable wine experience: Almost three weeks ago now I was summoned into the cellar of the Fulham Road office for a quick chat with David.... Continue...
View Article2012 Fuligni Ginestreto featured in The Times
Made by one of Montalcino's top producers, at c. £20 a bottle the Ginestreto is a snip of the price of a Brunello (although relatively speaking Fuligni's Brunellos still blow the socks off Bordeaux...
View ArticleLa Dolce Vita – Will’s Trip to Italy
We wine merchants don’t mind taking our work home with us. We don’t even really mind taking it on holiday… I have for a long time had a fascination for Italian wines. It isn’t just their quality that...
View ArticleAn evening of cheese and wine in Chiswick.
With eager anticipation we gathered. On the day that marked Back to the Future Day, we were jouneying back before Marty McFly to a time when the height of sophistication was a cheese and wine party....
View ArticleBrilliant ’99 point’ Brunello – First release of Fuligni’s 2010 Riserva
Brilliant ’99 point’ Brunello – First release of Fuligni’s 2010 Riserva ‘The year 2010 for Brunello di Montalcino is the greatest modern vintage of Italy’s most famous red wine region. Never have the...
View ArticleThe ‘other’ Super Tuscans – Tignanello, Sassicaia & Saffredi 2013...
As ever we don’t want you to forget about of our own Italian ‘Supertuscans’ that we are so proud to represent in the UK: Le Macchiole, Castello del Terriccio, Magliano and Monteti but we would be...
View ArticleNSPCC City Fine Wine Challenge 2016: £186,500 raised
As the NSPCC celebrates the 30th anniversary of Childline, we were delighted to be involved in one of the longer-running fundraising events for the NSPCC for our tenth year. This year’s City Fine Wine...
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Wine of the Week: 2014 IL LABIRINTO Poggerino – Sangiovese
Poggerino – Chianti, Tuscany Piero Lanza is one of Chianti’s greatest young ambassadors. A qualified oenologist, a very competent agronomist and a brilliant winemaker, his wines have improved...
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2012 Brunello di Montalcino pre-shipment offer
‘A rockstar 2012 vintage for Brunello’ 2012, looks to be a fantastic vintage for Brunello di Montalcino. Like 2010, it has been awarded a 5-star rating by the Consorzio Brunello. Walter Speller of...
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Il Giodo Brunello – Carlo Ferrini, The Maestro at home
Famed oenologist Carlo Ferrini who consults for some of the greatest estates in Tuscany has finally put his expertise – and his heart and soul – into his own winery in Montalcino. The results, as you...
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In pursuit of Tuscan Treasures: a recent trip to some of our top wine producers
Italy has always been close to the heart of Lea & Sandeman and we are very fortunate enough to represent some superb estates across the length and breadth of this beautiful country. But perhaps the...
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Annual Tasting Round Up – Shining a light on some joyous wines
Yesterday we held our ‘Annual Tasting’ – the biggest showcase event for our wines each year. As we closed the doors of the beautiful Trinity House at just after 8.30 last night the whole team were...
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Dei’s Montepulciano Wines continue to wow the critics
Hot on the heels of last year’s success with their 2013 vintage, Cantine Dei has just been awarded the top Italian Wine Award ‘Tre Bicchiere’ for its stellar Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2014, the...
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Le Macchiole: Latest releases from the Tuscan Coast – Pre-Shipment Offer
2014 was undoubtedly a challenging vintage across Italy – and Bolgheri was no different with uncharacteristic rain, cool temperatures and a constant lack of sun adversely affecting the harvest like...
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2015 Le Macchiole New Releases: Superb Super Tuscans with Scores to Match
‘Simply put 2015 is a tremendous vintage for Bolgheri.’ Antonio Galloni, www.vinous.com Le Macchiole is one of the jewels in the crown of Bolgheri, undoubtedly one of the most exciting regions in the...
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2019 L&S Annual Italian Tasting – Salute!
Last week we hosted our 4th annual pure Italian Tasting which has become one of the highlights of our year. A showcase of our incredible Italian selection which grows every year, presented by the...
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Opposites Attract: Two Very Different Brunello Releases – 2014 & 2013 Riserva
Every March the new releases from Montalcino are unveiled. The rules stipulate that Brunello must be aged at the estate for 5 years and for the Riservas it is 7 years before hitting the market. 2019...
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What we’ll be drinking for Christmas – Our Favourite Wines
It’s the busiest moment of the year for our team as we try to help everyone get the right wines into their glasses as well as the perfect presents into people’s stockings for Christmas. Yet we’ve...
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