MÂCON VINZELLES

The Golden Hour

The Golden Hour: A Case of Autumnal Light

As the days shorten and the air grows crisp, there is a magical moment when the world is bathed in a soft, welcoming light. It’s the warm, rich, and inviting glow of a low sun, the comforting flicker of an open fire, a feeling of pure contentment[cite: 107].

We have captured that fleeting, beautiful feeling in our first mixed case from our 2025 'A Colourful Christmas' collection: The Golden Hour[cite: 7, 33]. This selection is a tribute to the ochre and gold palette of late autumn and the prelude to the festive season. It’s a journey through rich, indulgent, and fascinating white, sparkling, and amber wines, curated to bring warmth and elegance to your table[cite: 115].

Perfect for an early festive dinner party or a quiet, cosy evening in, these wines evoke the spirit of the season with every glass[cite: 114]. From the celebratory fizz of a traditional method sparkler to the complex texture of a Georgian amber wine, each bottle has been chosen to tell a part of the story.

Inside The Golden Hour Case:

• 2 x JEAN-LOUIS DENOIS Méthode Traditionelle Chardonnay-Pinot Noir Brut: Elegant and celebratory, with fine bubbles and notes of crisp apple and toasted brioche – the perfect start to any festive occasion.
• 2 x 2024 VIOGNIER Domaine les Yeuses: A wonderfully aromatic white, bursting with flavours of apricot, peach, and a hint of honeysuckle, embodying the richness of a golden harvest[cite: 115].
• 2 x 2023 MÂCON VINZELLES Cave des Grands Crus Blancs: A classic and indulgent Chardonnay from southern Burgundy, offering notes of ripe stone fruit with a creamy, satisfying finish[cite: 115].
• 2 x 2023 CHÂTEAU BEAUMONT Blanc 'Les Pierrières' Blaye: A crisp, complex, and refreshing Bordeaux blanc that shines with a pale golden hue and vibrant citrus notes.
• 2 x 2023 GAVI Etichetta Oro Tenuta la Marchesa: The 'Gold Label' Gavi is as delicious as its name suggests. Dry, mineral, and wonderfully fresh, it's a versatile wine for seafood canapés or festive starters.
• 2 x 2020 TSOLIKOURI Labara Winery: A stunning introduction to the world of amber wines. With its beautiful sunset colour and notes of dried fruit, nuts, and spice, this is a wonderfully textural and intriguing wine for the adventurous palate[cite: 207].

As the first case in our 'Discovery Season', The Golden Hour is designed to offer incredible quality and character[cite: 18, 20]. This is the perfect way to stock your cellar for the festive season with a stunning selection of rich whites, saving money on a case that is greater than the sum of its parts[cite: 33, 109].

Begin your Colourful Christmas here. Order The Golden Hour case today and let the celebrations glow.