The Ocean Luxe Twelve Bottle Collection
Tim has selected six outstanding different wines, each chosen for their ability to harmoniously pair with premium seafood like seabass, bream, Dover sole, brill, and turbot. These wines are sourced from regions where the local terroirs, shaped by proximity to the sea, play a crucial role in defining their character. Whether from trusted producers we've partnered with for decades or exciting new names, each wine reflects the maritime influence that enhances its vibrant acidity, refreshing minerality, and refined structure—perfectly complementing the delicate flavours and textures of seafood.
You’ll find them featured on the lists of some of the finest fish and seafood restaurants across the country. Whether you’re looking to recreate a fine dining experience at home or simply elevate your next seafood dish, this collection offers an exciting opportunity to explore the natural harmony between these wines and seafood.
2 x Signature du Haut Bourg, AOP Muscadet Côtes de Grandlieu Sur Lie 2018, France
"Aged on its lees for added complexity, this Muscadet offers aromas of citrus, green apple, and wet stone. The palate is crisp and refreshing, with a saline edge that perfectly complements the flavours of delicate white fish."
Key fact: Sourced from 40-year-old vines near the Lac de Grandlieu, one of the largest natural lakes in France, where the microclimate contributes to the richness of the grapes.
Food pairing: Dover sole, brill, turbot.
2 x Origine du Haut Bourg, AOP Muscadet Côtes de Grandlieu Sur Lie 2014, France
"Displaying impressive depth and minerality, this Muscadet benefits from a remarkable 8 years of lees aging, offering complex aromas of citrus, oyster shell, and almond. The rich texture and bracing acidity make it an ideal match for more flavourful seafood."
Key fact: From a vineyard planted in 1944, this wine represents one of the finest examples of long lees aging in Muscadet, creating an exceptional mouthfeel and complexity.
Food pairing: seabass, bream, turbot.
2 x Maior de Mendoza, 3 Crianzas Albariño, DO Rías Baixas 2018, Spain
"An expressive Albariño with vibrant notes of lemon zest, apricot, and a hint of salinity. Its zesty acidity and mineral backbone provide a beautiful counterpoint to the richness of seafood."
Key Fact: The 3 Crianzas Albariño is aged in both stainless steel and oak, with extended lees contact, offering a layered and complex profile for Albariño enthusiasts.
Food pairing: seabass, bream, brill.
2 x Simpsons, Derringstone Pinot Meunier 2022, England
"A delicate and expressive still white wine made from 100% Pinot Meunier. It offers aromas of red apple, pear, wild strawberry, and subtle floral notes, with a silky texture, crisp acidity, and a long, mineral finish. Despite being made from a red grape, it’s vinified as a white wine (blanc de noirs), giving it gentle red-fruit nuances without rosé colour or body."
Key fact: Produced by Simpsons Wine Estate in the chalk-rich North Downs of Kent, this rare still white wine is made entirely from Pinot Meunier. Vinified as a blanc de noirs, it showcases the region’s cool-climate freshness, with bright acidity, subtle red-fruit nuances, and an elegant, textural style that reflects the estate’s meticulous craftsmanship.
Food pairing: seabass, Dover sole.
2 x Garnier et Fils, AOP Chablis 2022, France
"Classic Chablis with notes of green apple, lemon, and flinty minerality. The bright acidity and crisp texture make this wine a perfect match for richer seafood, enhancing the natural flavours of bream and turbot."
Key fact: Sourced from family-owned vineyards in Chablis, the vines are grown on Kimmeridgian limestone soils, known for imparting a signature mineral character to the wine.
Food pairing: bream, Dover sole, turbot.
2 x Barcolobo Verdejo, Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León 2020, Spain
"An intense Verdejo with aromas of pear, fennel, and citrus peel. The palate is fresh and zesty, with herbal undertones and a lively finish that pairs beautifully with grilled seafood."
Key fact: Barcolobo’s vineyards are located in the natural park of 'Riberas de Castronuño,' an area that enhances the wine's vibrancy and freshness due to its proximity to the Duero River.
Food pairing: seabass, brill, bream.
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