A traditional bunch

The Bunch consist of six UK merchants that come together each year to show a selection of their wares at a London tasting. With their collars and ties, royal warrants and family names, they exhibit all the distinguishing features of the traditional British wine merchant. There are no flashy brands or discount offers here, no gimmicks or reward schemes. Instead, they pride themselves first and foremost on their wine lists.

Tradition pervades these too. Of the 49 wines on display, only six were New World. Not only that, but light, modest alcohol reds were a notable feature – the sort...