Selection
Selection
Alois Lageder 2015 Gewürztraminer
Italian White
Arianna Occhipinti 2022 SP68 Bianco
Italian White
Perfumed exotic fruit and white flowers lead an aromatic, textural white, with peach, red apple and orange blossom bringing generous fruit. Stony minerality and a gentle skin-contact grip add shape, while salinity keeps the finish fresh and detailed. Complex without heaviness, it pairs beautifully with grilled prawns, roasted vegetables or aromatic Mediterranean dishes.
Cordero di Montezemolo 2024 Langhe Arneis
Italian White
Apricot and soft floral notes lead a bright straw-coloured white with a clean, dry profile. The palate is crisp and straightforward, with enough freshness to keep the finish lively and precise. Easy to enjoy but neatly composed, it works well as an aperitif or with antipasti, grilled fish and simply dressed vegetables.
Caves Sao Joao 1985 Dao Porta dos Cavaleiros
Portuguese Red
Mature dark cherry and red berry sit beneath tobacco, pencil lead, graphite and dark chocolate, with damp earth, mushroom and leather adding further savoury depth. Medium acidity and resolved tannins give the palate a gentle, evolved shape, while hints of mint, dried flowers and cured meat carry the finish. Bottle variation is expected; stand upright and decant carefully around sediment.
Domaine de Trévallon 2011 IGP Alpilles
French Red
Lush dark fruit meets dried herbs, black pepper and a cool stony note in a deeply savoury expression. The palate has generous ripeness but remains energetic, carried by juicy acidity, chalky minerality and ripe, well-integrated tannins. Earth and pepper return on the structured finish. Decant for an hour and serve with lamb, grilled meats or lentils.
Abbazia di Novacella 2023 Lagrein
Italian Red
Masseria Li Veli 2023 Askos Susumaniello Salento IGT
Italian Red
Black and red berries lead an expressive, characterful nose, layered with spice, licorice, cocoa and a cool hint of eucalyptus. Full-bodied without feeling heavy, the palate is supple, satisfying and notably easy to drink. The balance of ripe fruit and savoury detail makes it a versatile match for grilled lamb, tomato-braised meats or firm aged cheese.
Sartirano Figli 2020 Piemonte Rosso DOC
Italian Red
Juicy red fruit and cherry are accented by dried herbs and a modest touch of spice. The palate is expressive and medium-bodied, with velvety tannins and enough freshness to keep the ripe fruit in balance. A savoury, lightly spiced finish makes it versatile with risotto, braised pork, grilled pizza or mushroom dishes.
Petterino 2014 Gattinara DOCG
Italian Red
Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino 2020
Italian Red
Vibrantly perfumed and savoury, with redcurrant, sour cherry and dark woodland fruit layered with wild herbs, laurel, pepper and warm spice. The palate is firm yet energetic, balancing ripe fruit with fresh acidity, fine-grained tannins and a gently earthy undertone. Long and composed on the finish, it benefits from air and pairs naturally with braised beef or aged pecorino.
Bersano 2010 Badarina Barolo Riserva
Italian Red
Dark berry, roasted coffee and menthol lead, followed by dried black cherry, liquorice and a measured toasted note. The palate is full and mature, with close-grained tannins giving the fruit a firm, savoury frame. Decant to let the aromatics unfold, then serve with braised beef, roast lamb, porcini risotto, aged hard cheese or other slow-cooked dishes.
Canalicchio di Sopra 2018 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Candle wax, ripe cherry and worked leather lead a deep, savoury aroma, with cedar shavings adding definition. The palate is full and fleshy, shaped by firm tannins and cranberry-like acidity. Mineral salinity runs through the fruit and keeps the structure precise. The finish is long and smouldering, returning to dark cherry, leather, smoke and a taut mineral edge.
Cordero di Montezemolo 2024 Langhe Nebbiolo
Italian Red
Rose, violet, raspberry and cherry lead a fragrant, immediately appealing nose. The palate is fresh and supple, with soft tannins and an earthy note giving shape to the red fruit. Elegant and easy to approach without losing varietal character, it suits charcuterie, mushroom pasta, roast poultry or lighter meat dishes.
Zenato 2020 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Italian Red
Dried black cherry and cassis open an intense, aromatic nose, followed by truffle and dark chocolate. The palate is silky and luscious, with concentrated fruit carried by ripe tannins and enough freshness to keep the richness composed. Complex and lingering, it closes on savoury cocoa and spice and suits slow-braised beef, game or mature cheese.
Podere Le Ripi 2019 Cielo d’Ulisse Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Violet, ripe plum and exotic spice rise first, followed by fresh leather and a quiet truffle note. Full-bodied and enveloping, the palate brings ripe black cherry and raspberry compote together with licorice, blood orange and tobacco. Fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity give the wine balance, while a salty mineral note lingers on the close. Serve with roast lamb, wild mushrooms or braised beef.
San Marzano 2022 Primitivo Puglia IGP
Italian Red
Deep ruby with violet reflections, opening on ripe plum and black cherry with Mediterranean herbs and a light touch of spice. The palate is generous and smooth, balancing rich dark fruit with fresh acidity and softly rounded tannins. Savoury herbal detail carries through a warm, supple and fruit-led finish.
Castell’in Villa 2019 Chianti Classico
Italian Red
Cedar, sweet pipe tobacco, menthol and liquorice frame ripe red cherry and dried herbs on an aromatic nose. Medium-bodied and unusually approachable, the palate is open-knit yet structured, with savoury detail unfolding effortlessly. A measured touch of oak carries through the finish. Decant briefly and serve with roast veal, grilled pork or tomato-based pasta.
Bocale 2015 Ennio Montefalco Sagrantino
Italian Red
Cassis, mocha and cedar lead the nose with an assertive, dark-fruited character. The concentrated palate brings dried black cherry, cocoa and vanilla into focus, supported by tightly knit tannins and a broad, powerful frame. A warming note carries through the finish, giving this structured red a bold, cellar-worthy profile.
Elio Grasso 2015 Ginestra Casa Maté Barolo
Italian Red
Ripe strawberry and dark cherry open with dried fig, mushroom and a cool menthol note. The palate is deep and firmly structured, its concentrated fruit framed by tight tannins and balsamic lift. Earthy detail builds with air while the fruit remains precise. The finish is long and linear, leaving dried berries, savoury spice and a clean mineral edge.
Von Winning 2015 Sauvignon Blanc I
German White
Honeyed concentration shapes the opening, with mandarin, grapefruit and quince set against brown butter. The wine is dry, and full oak fermentation adds another layer to the fruit-led profile. Citrus and quince continue through the palate, followed again by the brown-butter note. The finish is long and lingering, moving from the documented fruit and oak-fermentation character toward a distinct stone-like close.
Egon Müller 2020 Wiltinger Braune Kupp Riesling Kabinett
German White
A delicately sweet German white with white peach, tangerine, apricot and almond cream. Vibrant acidity gives the ripe fruit definition and keeps the palate energetic, creating a precise balance between sweetness and freshness. Graceful through the finish, it is well suited to lightly spiced dishes, soft cheese, fruit-based desserts or a quiet glass on its own.
Strange Fellows Nevertheless Non-Alcoholic Hazy IPA 4-Pack
Canadian Non-Alcoholic Beer
Hazy and straw-coloured, this alcohol-free IPA is full-bodied, aromatic and flavourful. The official product record lists pineapple, stone fruit and pine aromas, with citrus and tropical-fruit flavour. Its brewer also describes the beer as hazy, juicy and hoppy. Pineapple, stone fruit, pine, citrus and tropical fruit comprise the documented aroma and flavour range for this release.
Yalumba 2017 The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon
Australian Red
Fruitcake, plum cordial and cherry chocolate lead, joined by cola, sweet spice and a measured note of toasted vanilla. The palate remains rich and powerful, with dried fruit and savoury complexity held by firm, oak-shaped tannins. Decant well to let the structure relax, then serve with roast lamb, braised beef, grilled ribeye, mushroom dishes or aged cheddar.
Kristinus 2020 Lunel Muscat Pét-Nat
Hungarian Sparkling