Fine Claret
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 5 years of the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roast beef, grilled lamb chops, mature Cheddar cheese
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Averys Fine Claret represents a historic link between the port city of Bristol and the vineyards of Bordeaux, a trade relationship dating back to the Middle Ages when Bristol was the primary English gateway for importing French 'clairet'. As one of the United Kingdom's oldest wine merchants, Averys has spent centuries perfecting the art of the merchant blend, selecting parcels that capture the essence of the region. This signature bottling is crafted to showcase the traditional, elegant style of classic Bordeaux, balancing the plush, red-fruit character of Merlot with the structured, savory backbone of Cabernet Sauvignon. It offers a glimpse into the historic British love affair with Bordeaux, delivering an approachable yet classically styled red with subtle cedar, earth, and soft tannin.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1793 in Bristol, England, Averys is one of the United Kingdom's oldest and most historic wine merchants, celebrated for its pioneering spirit and deep connections with global wine regions. Under the influential leadership of Ronald Avery and his son John Avery MW, the family-run merchant became famous for identifying exceptional parcels and importing fine wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Porto, and Madeira, often bottling them under their own prestigious label. Their historic cellars on Culver Street in Bristol have long curated a diverse portfolio ranging from classic French appellations to innovative New World expressions, maintaining an uncompromising commitment to quality and traditional merchant craftsmanship.