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What they say:

"A forward thinking business delivering fabulous hampers, gift baskets and foodie gifts across the whole of the UK,as fast as next day when required."

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"Majestic is the UK's biggest and best mixed case wine retailer. Majestic offer FREE home delivery arranged at a time to suit you, with all the in-store special offers available online, including mixed cases from under GBP60 and money off Champagne."

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"From simple everyday drinking to special occasion wine, Laithwaites carries a wide range of delicious options. Each wine comes with our unique, 100% money-back guarantee - so you've nothing to lose!"

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"Chocolate Trading Company is the largest independent online chocolate shop in the UK, specialising in the finest chocolates from around the world. Founded in 2002, the company has grown rapidly to become the best source of fine chocolate in the UK."

What they say:

"A long-established, reliable online mail-order company who specialise in delivering Single Malt Whisky, Bourbon and Irish Whiskey to connoisseurs and collectors worldwide. Over 2000 different whiskies always in stock."

What they say:

"The Drink Shop - The Definitive Drinks Portal.

The UK's No.1 most visited Off Licence (imrg.org), listing over 3,100 choices of wines, beers, spirits, accessories and glassware. Next day and Sauturday delivery services available for UK deliveries, and delivering to 56 overseas destinations. Award Winning - The Independent Responsible Drinks Retailer of the Year 2009."

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"Each month we create a brand new selection of chocolates including cutting edge, new recipes and timeless classics alike - all made with passion, flair using only the best ingredients and no artificial colours. Our members get to discover and taste chocolates across the full spectrum and so many more.

New members can TRY CTC with our No.1 Introductory Collection for just £7.95 including delivery – SAVING £10 (usual price £17.95), and there is absolutely NO obligation to take further selections."

What they say:

"ChateauOnline is the leading European online wine merchant. We offer more than 5000 outstanding wines and champagnes, all rigorously selected by our Head Sommelier, Jean-Michel Deluc and his wine tasting committee. Only 1 product in 10 makes it into the ChateauOnline selection. ChateauOnline has also recently launched its range of more than 100 of the finest spirits including whiskies, rums, vodkas, cognacs and much more. You will also find exclusive gift ideas: mixed cases, wine subscriptions, gift vouchers and gourmet hampers.

Placing an order at ChateauOnline couldn?t be simpler: we guarantee 100% secure online payment, delivery to 9 different European countries, and above all complete satisfaction or your money back! Customers can browse the site, search by location, price, bestsellers and recommendations. With wines ranging from just £4.95 to our selected Grand Crus at as much as £2000 there is something to suit every budget.

ChateauOnline has direct links with properties and domains in some of the largest wine producing regions, guaranteeing a selection of the highest quality wines at the best possible prices."

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