Bancroft Wines Ltd

We recently the pleasure of welcoming Jean d’Arthury, part owner of Domaine de Terrebrune to London. In addition to a tasting with the team, several customer visits and an interview with Decanter, the highlight of the visit was our ‘Night of Bandol’s Finest Wines’ dinner at the OWO. The evening began with a mini vertical of rosé, featuring the 2023, 2022, 2019 and 2008 vintages. These are Mourvèdre-dominated rosé, with distinct minerality and elegance, supported by Grenache and Cinsault which bring a rich, structured backbone. At dinner, each wine was expertly paired with a specially crafted menu designed by renowned Chef Thierry Laborde. We began with the 2022 Bandol Blanc, (Clairette, Ugni Blanc, Bourboulenc, Rolle) which is driven by a mineral edge and floral aromatics. Guests then enjoyed the 2020, 2019, 2004 and 1998 Bandol Rouge, which was poured blind. These are classic, structured expressions of the Triassic terroir; the Mourvèdre, create wines with concentration, and remarkable elegance. What is evident of the visit is the power and elegance of the “Grands vins” from Domaine de Terrebrune range; while drinking beautifully now these are ageworthy Bandols. With special thanks to the team at Laperouse for their generous hospitality. DM us if you have any interest in these wines including allocation of library stock. 

We’ve all witnessed the devastating scenes unfolding in South Eastern Spain, particularly around Valencia, where floods have tragically claimed more than 158 lives and left homes, businesses, and farms in ruin. This catastrophe has affected many, including one of our own team members, Olga Sarrion, whose family farm produces the brilliant @bodegamustiguillo wines from this very region. In light of this, we felt we should act and ask you, our valued partners, to join us in making a difference. As a team, we’ve committed to helping in the best way we can and Bancroft will pledge at least £1 for every bottle of Mustiguillo sold from now until the end of December to a local charity selected by Olga and her family.

Looking to the future, with his robust and measured leadership, commitment to the team and passion for the business demonstrated since joining Bancroft Wines in October 2020, Damian Carrington has accepted the role of Managing Director. Damian Carrington joined Bancroft following 12 years at Fields, Morris & Verdin/Berry Bros & Rudd. He has been in the wine trade all of his working life including stints at Oddbins, Harrods and Enotria. Damian is a proven business leader with deep experience in wine and luxury markets. Damian will be implementing a strategy to deliver sustained, profitable, long-term growth with a view to ensure the best use of current resources across the team and consider new appointments. Peter De Haan says of the appointment: “Damian Carrington has put forward his envisaged new structure placing Bancroft in an even greater position of strength,” adding “this is an exciting time at Bancroft, for our producers and our team.” “I am confident that our portfolio and our team are well positioned within the competitive marketplace” says Damian Carrington. “I am thrilled to continue to make a meaningful impact at the Company as Managing Director.” Strategic Promotions within Bancroft Wines Building on her promotion earlier this year to encompass operational as well as financial responsibilities within the business, Jo Walker, has been appointed to the Board of Bancroft Wines Ltd as Finance and Operations Director presenting an opportunity to enhance both her financial and business acumen at an increasingly strategic level balanced with her wealth of knowledge in the world of wine.   In addition, James Snoxell is taking on the role of Head of Buying tasked with expanding his current fine wine remit with responsibility for the overall buying strategy for Bancroft, ensuring a commercially attractive portfolio offering the requisite depth, quality and range of product to meet business objectives and service our respective market sectors.  Earlier this year, Lenka Sedlackova MW, was promoted to Head of Brand Management following on from her success at driving growth across sections of the portfolio. Lenka has built a reputation for her ability to forge strong relationships with producers, helping them achieve their goals in this dynamic market.

Our highly anticipated biennial Portfolio Tasting will include classic crowd-pleasers, exciting curios, overlooked regions, and much more. Guests will have the opportunity to sample everything from By the Glass Staples to a selection of fine wines. As ever, expect to see a large selection of organic and biodynamic wines, as well as vegan friendly options. Most importantly, this is an opportunity to meet the families and teams behind the bottles while tasting from our ever growing range. Check out the full wine list here: https://ow.ly/MLPk50S2izv We look forward to seeing you there! Please register here: https://ow.ly/2fZa50Rl1Ei

Our highly anticipated biennial Portfolio Tasting will include classic crowd-pleasers, exciting curios, overlooked regions, and much more. Guests will have the opportunity to sample everything from By the Glass Staples to a selection of fine wines. As ever, expect to see a large selection of organic and biodynamic wines, as well as vegan friendly options. Most importantly, this is an opportunity to meet the families and teams behind the bottles while tasting from our ever growing range. Check out the full wine list here: https://ow.ly/MLPk50S2izv We look forward to seeing you there! Please register here: https://ow.ly/2fZa50Rl1Ei

Our highly anticipated biennial Portfolio Tasting will include classic crowd-pleasers, exciting curios, overlooked regions, and much more. Guests will have the opportunity to sample everything from By the Glass Staples to a selection of fine wines. As ever, expect to see a large selection of organic and biodynamic wines, as well as vegan friendly options. Most importantly, this is an opportunity to meet the families and teams behind the bottles while tasting from our ever growing range. Further information about the event (including a full list of wines) will be made available in due course. We look forward to seeing you there! Please register here: https://ow.ly/2fZa50Rl1Ei