The Somm 6 Every month, we taste through fifty to a hundred bottles, re-visiting old favourites, uncovering new gems, and only six make the final cut. The Somm 6 is where curiosity meets conviction: wines we’d happily take home ourselves. This case is for the explorers, the flavour-hunters, and anyone who values authenticity over hype. Six artisanal bottles from six corners of the wine world, chosen for their character, craftsmanship, and sheer drinkability. Here’s what made the cut: 2022 ‘Les Petits Pins’ Côtes du Roussillon Villages, Dom Brial, Languedoc-Roussillon, France The Southern HarmonyRipe red berries, a flicker of spice, and the scent of wild herbs carried on a Mediterranean breeze. Plush yet polished, this Gold-medal southern blend hums with garrigue, warmth and quiet sophistication. 2022 North Canterbury Chardonnay, Pyramid Valley, North Canterbury, New Zealand The Limestone WhisperCitrus zest, grilled nuts and saline precision define this luminous Chardonnay. Textural and focused, with vibrant acidity and creamy depth, North Canterbury elegance at full volume. 2018 ‘Ars Nova’ Tempranillo / Cabernet / Merlot, Tandem, Navarra, Spain The Art of BalanceBlack cherry, cedar and mocha glide through supple tannins and fine oak. Modern Navarra sophistication, poised, polished, and impossible not to admire. 2024 Goldmine White, Boekenhoutskloof, Western Cape, South Africa The Golden ThreadLayered with pear, quince and chamomile, this Rhône-inspired Cape blend shimmers with texture and restraint. Elegant, sun-lit and seamless, a white with quiet luxury written all over it. 2023 French Ambush Viognier, Domaine Julien et Fils, Languedoc, France The Summer CharmerPeach, apricot and white blossom glide over a soft, juicy palate. Bright, floral and irresistibly easy, proof that sunshine and simplicity can taste this good. 2021 Susumaniello ‘Susco’, San Marzano, Salento, Puglia, Italy The Wild CardBursting with blackberry, cherry and violet, this once-forgotten grape is pure Puglian charm with a modern edge. Lively, juicy and full of southern swagger, the conversation starter of the night. ------ Each month’s Somm 6 is a snapshot of what we’re genuinely excited about, wines that have made us pause mid-tasting and say, “Yes, that one.” These bottles don’t chase trends; they set the mood. From wild Mediterranean reds to precise, mineral whites, this is the kind of case that keeps your palate guessing and your glass interesting. Whether you’re topping up your cellar or gifting a fellow wine lover, think of The Somm 6 as your inside track, six discoveries, hand-picked, poured with purpose, and always worth talking about.
