Selection
Selection
Greywacke 2023 Wild Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand White
Lychee, ripe mango and white flowers lead an intricate bouquet, with tarragon and thyme adding a distinctive herbal edge. The palate is broad and succulent, bringing gooseberry compote, citrus and a subtle saline note into focus. Bright acidity keeps the texture energetic, while savoury complexity and a fine mineral finish reward a slightly larger glass.
Astrolabe 2023 Marlborough Pinot Gris
New Zealand White
Pale gold and quietly aromatic, with citrus peel, poached pear and peach joined by a gentle touch of spice. The palate is pure, crisp and dry, layering pear, quince and light stone fruit over fine minerality and delicate structure. Balanced and food-friendly, it suits roast poultry, salmon, creamy mushrooms or a simple pasta.
Rippon 2019 Mature Vine Riesling
New Zealand White
Green apple, sliced pear and bright citrus lead with a delicate floral lift and cool wet-stone minerality. The palate is medium-bodied and nearly dry, driven by mouthwatering acidity through juicy orchard fruit and lemon peel. Clean, precise and persistent, the finish remains fresh and mineral. Pair with grilled fish, shellfish or lightly spiced vegetables.
Spy Valley 2017 Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand White
Misty Cove 2023 Estate Series Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough
New Zealand White
Kono 2023 Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand White
Vibrant and fruit-driven, this Marlborough white opens with citrus zest, grapefruit, passionfruit and lemongrass. The palate brings ripe lemon and lime, green apple and pineapple, framed by crisp, lively acidity. Tropical fruit and herbaceous notes are also documented, together with mineral detail and a small hint of residual sweetness. The profile is fresh, aromatic and centred on bright citrus and tropical fruit.
Campbells NV Classic Rutherglen Topaque
Australian Dessert
Deep golden in colour, with rich aromas of cold tea leaf, toffee, honey and citrus. The palate is intense and mouth-filling, layering malt and toffee with developed rancio character. Power and complexity are matched by a luscious texture, while the finish remains clean. Late-harvest Muscadelle provides ripe fruit and natural sweetness, and selected parcels feed the solera.
Chapoutier 2019 Banyuls
French Dessert
Deep garnet colour leads into a generous fortified red with black cherry, raspberry and plum at the centre. Cocoa, dried herbs and a gentle savoury note add dimension, while bright acidity keeps the sweetness composed. The finish is smooth, persistent and lightly spiced. Serve cool with dark chocolate, blue cheese or a fruit tart.
Zenato 2018 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Italian Dessert
Intense garnet colour introduces black cherry, brandied marasca cherry, dried fig and plum, with cocoa and sweet spice adding depth. The palate is lush and velvety, its generous sweetness balanced by freshness and soft tannins. Dark fruit and spice remain poised through the long finish. Pair with blue cheese, panettone or dark chocolate.
Maculan 2020 Torcolato Breganze 375 mL
Italian Dessert
Deep gold opens with acacia honey, dried apricot, candied fig and orange peel. Saffron, toasted almond and a touch of salty toffee add depth. Full-bodied and silky, the palate is rich without becoming syrupy, as bright acidity keeps the fruit sharply defined. Zesty lime and papaya carry the long, clean finish.
Arnoux & Fils 2012 Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise
French Dessert
Orange blossom, peach, ripe apple and pear rise from an intensely aromatic profile, with a clean mineral note adding definition. Sweet and full-flavoured, the palate layers stone fruit and floral detail over a smooth, rounded texture. A faint bitter edge refreshes the finish, keeping the lingering fruit poised enough for fruit desserts, blue cheese or solo sipping.
Jermann 2008 Vino Dolce della Casa Picolit
Italian Dessert
Ripe peach and dried apricot lead into acacia honey, toasted almond and a gentle woodsy spice. The palate is supple and concentrated, with polished sweetness and enough freshness to keep the texture poised. A savoury nutty edge adds depth to the persistent finish. Serve with almond cake, aged cheese or poached fruit.
Masi Angelorum Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Italian Dessert
Cooked cherry and preserved red fruit lead an intense, deeply coloured profile, with sweet spice and a subtle balsamic edge adding complexity. The palate is rich and generous, balancing natural sweetness with lively acidity and soft tannins. Ripe cherry carries through the long, persistent finish. Pair with blue cheese, fruit tart or traditional panettone.
Sea Star 2021 Prose 375 mL
Canadian Dessert
Grapefruit, peach and apricot lead an expressive, late-harvest profile, with green apple adding freshness beneath the riper fruit. The palate is sweet but lifted, its bright acidity and faint natural spritz keeping the finish lively rather than heavy. Serve well chilled with fruit tart, blue cheese, almond cake or as a small, refreshing dessert on its own.
Château d’Aydie 2016 Maydie Vintage Tannat
French Dessert
Sweet plum and ripe dark fruit wrap around firm Tannat structure, while contrasting acidity keeps this fortified red lively and clear. Generous and fruity rather than heavy, the palate carries supple sweetness, fresh lift and a gentle savoury grip into a balanced finish. A natural partner for dark chocolate, blue cheese or slow after-dinner sipping.
Moncontour 2005 Nectar de Moncontour Vouvray
French Dessert
Layered tropical fruit moves through yellow plum, peach and apricot, with dried fig, quince and honey adding deeper concentration. The palate is soft and round yet held by fine tension, bringing candied fruit, fresh almond and gentle spice into focus. A long, waxy finish carries sweetness with clarity. Serve with blue cheese, fruit tart or almond cake.
Champalou 2003 Vouvray Cuvée CC Trie de Vendange 500 mL
French Dessert
Honey, brown sugar and baked pear form a concentrated, deeply inviting profile. Luscious sweetness gives the palate breadth, while fresh acidity keeps the texture balanced and remarkably clear. Generous and mature without feeling tired, it carries orchard fruit and caramelized depth through a long finish that pairs beautifully with blue cheese or fruit-based cakes.
Dutschke Wines NV The Muscat 375 mL
Australian Dessert
Raisin, orange peel and dark fruitcake lead, layered with caramel, molasses, coffee and butterscotch. The palate is lusciously sweet and deeply concentrated, with years in seasoned oak adding richness and depth. High acidity keeps the texture balanced and surprisingly lively, carrying toffee, dried fruit and warm spice through a superbly long, generous finish.
Domaine de la Bongran 2001 Mâcon-Villages Cuvée Botrytis
French Dessert
Honeyed peach skin, apricot and tropical fruit unfold around a savoury thread of saffron-like spice. The palate is lush and silky, with notable sweetness and concentration, yet lively acidity keeps the generous texture balanced. A mineral undertone adds precision to the long, gently warming finish. Serve in a small pour with blue cheese, fruit tart or almond cake.
Therapy Freudified Port Style
Canadian Dessert
Flowers, raspberry and strawberry open this fortified red, joined by white pepper, raisin and vanilla. The palate is sweet, warming and full, with Syrah spice set against Merlot softness and ripe berry fruit. A clear spirit warmth shapes the finish, making it a suitable match for dark chocolate, blue cheese or nut-based desserts.
Clos Lapeyre 2017 Jurançon La Magendia
French Dessert
Ripe apricot, pineapple and passion fruit lead a generous, late-harvest profile, joined by honey, vanilla and a fine thread of spice. The palate is rich and silky yet remains lively, with lemony acidity cutting cleanly through the sweetness. Candied citrus and tropical fruit linger through a poised finish, making this a natural match for blue cheese or fruit desserts.
Costers del Siurana 1996 Dolç de l’Obac 500 mL
Spanish Dessert
Dark cherry, black raspberry and raisin are layered with chocolate, marzipan and a delicate floral lift. The palate is thick, sweet and powerful, yet ripe acidity keeps the richness fresh and surprisingly poised. Cola, warm spice and a firm tannic line shape the lingering finish. Serve in small pours with dark chocolate or aged cheese.
La Frenz NV Liqueur Muscat
Canadian Dessert
Vibrant apricot and ripe peach lead an intensely aromatic profile, with orange blossom and fresh floral notes adding lift. The palate is lusciously sweet and full-bodied, yet the concentrated stone fruit remains clear and polished. Gentle warmth carries the flavours into a long, generous finish suited to slow sipping alongside dessert or cheese.
Les Clos de Paulilles 2008 Cap Béar Banyuls
French Dessert
Rich cherry and blackberry jam lead a full, sweet profile, with currant and dried-fruit tones adding mature depth. The palate is broad and warming, shaped by ripe Grenache fruit and a gently savoury, tawny edge. Long and composed, it finishes with lingering raisin and dark-fruit notes. A classic partner for dark chocolate, toasted nuts or blue cheese.
Castellare di Castellina 2018 Vin Santo San Niccolò
Italian Dessert
Rocca Di Montegrossi 2013 Vin Santo del Chianti Classico
Italian Dessert
Warm amber tones frame a complex bouquet of cherry liqueur, dried fruit and balsamic herbs. The palate is velvety and fresh, layering melted caramel and hazelnut with mint, flowers and gentle spice. Richness and natural acidity remain finely balanced through the persistent finish. Serve in a small pour with foie gras, blue cheese or almond pastries.
Klein Constantia 1989 Vin de Constance 500 mL
South African Dessert
Amber and intensely aromatic, unfolding through blood orange, dried persimmon and honeyed apricot. Bitter almond, clove and green tea bring mature complexity, while a spicy Muscat lift keeps the palate vivid. Rich caramel and marzipan tones are balanced by clear acidity, leading to a long, savoury-sweet finish that invites slow, contemplative drinking.
Château de Jau 2009 Chez Jau Rivesaltes Ambré 500 mL
French Dessert
Golden amber in colour, opening on bright honey, orange zest and ginger loaf. The palate is smooth and velvety, layering toasted almond, gingerbread and dried fruit over a sweet, caramelized core. Lively acidity keeps the oxidative richness in balance, carrying spice and nuts through a long finish suited to dark chocolate or sticky toffee pudding.