🧘 Mindful Drinking: Organic, Sustainable & Low Intervention

January is the month for resetting, re-evaluating, and making mindful choices after the festive indulgence. But choosing to be mindful shouldn't mean sacrificing quality, complexity, or pleasure. This month, our "In The Spotlight" feature proves you can enjoy exceptional wine that is not only delicious but also kinder to the planet and to your palate.

Mindful Drinking is about knowing what's in your glass and supporting producers who prioritise sustainability, organic farming, and low intervention techniques. We have curated a collection of six fascinating wines—including a rare Spanish Orange Wine, a bright Sicilian red, and a superb Organic sparkling—that are all vegan, often biodynamic, and universally superb. These are the thoughtful, pure, and truly rewarding wines that will reset your palate for the year ahead.

Here’s what’s In The Spotlight this month:

Artesa Organic Rioja 2021: A classic, reliable Rioja that showcases the depth and purity of organically grown Tempranillo. It's rich, vegan, and a wonderful anchor to the collection, proving that tradition and sustainability can meet.

Ancestralopitekus Orange Verdejo 2024: Our exciting discovery! This Biodynamic Spanish Verdejo is made with extended skin contact, giving it a beautiful golden hue, texture, and savoury complexity. It's a true low-intervention adventure.

Chateau Mourgues du Gres 'Galets Dores' Blanc 2023: Hailing from the Rhône Valley, this white blend is both Low Sulphite and Biodynamic. It’s textured, aromatic, and perfectly balanced—a beautiful demonstration of clean, conscious winemaking.

Nicosia Bio Frappato 2024: This bright, low-sulphite Sicilian red is organic and vegan. Frappato is lighter and incredibly fresh, making it a brilliant, chillable option that perfectly fits the January desire for lighter, purer reds.

No es Pituko Viognier 2023: A fantastic example of a 'Natural' wine from Chile. This Viognier is organically farmed and vegan, offering a rich, textural mouthfeel and expressive fruit, made with minimal intervention.

Silverhand Estate, Silver Reign Brut NV: Who says mindful drinking can't include a celebration? This sophisticated sparkling wine is Organic, Vegan, and an elegant choice for toasting new beginnings without the heaviness.