Canada
Fairview Cellars Crooked Post 2019 Bill’s OJ Grüner Veltliner
Savoury herbs lead into subtle stone fruit, citrus blossom and a gently rounded honeycomb note. Fresh acidity gives the palate definition, while a quiet touch of vanilla and fine pithy grip add texture through the long finish. Aromatic without excess weight, it works well with roast chicken, grilled vegetables or creamy seafood dishes.
Da Silva 2022 Vinho Branco
Floral aromas lead into citrus and orchard fruit, with a bright, composed palate that balances energy and texture. Lime, Cara Cara orange and lemon zest arrive first, followed by peach and nectarine through the mid-palate. Citrus peel and green apple return on the finish, leaving a clean, tart and mouth-watering impression.
Northern Lights Cranberry Wine
Whole-berry fermentation keeps the red-fruit character vivid and direct, bringing bright berry flavour with a naturally tart, gently bitter edge. A measured touch of sweetness rounds the palate without obscuring its freshness. Firm acidity gathers the flavours into a clean, lingering finish that remains lively and dry in feel.
Northern Lights Estate Seduction Strawberry Rhubarb Wine
Ripe berry fruit and tart garden freshness meet an opulent tropical note and lightly spicy litchi. Off-dry and just shy of sweet, the medium-bodied palate has a creamy, faintly buttery and smooth mouthfeel, while a citrus undercurrent keeps the fruit bright and the finish light rather than cloying. Serve well chilled with chicken curry, spicy sausage, cake or fruit desserts; the gentle sweetness works especially well alongside aromatic heat.
McGuinness Cherry Whisky Liqueur
Vivid cherry aromas lead into a rounded mix of dark cherry, vanilla and toasted caramel. A light touch of oak and whisky spice keeps the generous fruit from feeling one-dimensional, while the palate balances candied sweetness with a brighter, tart-cherry lift. The texture is smooth and softly creamy, finishing with lingering cherry and warm spice. Serve chilled, mix with cola or ginger beer, or use it to add bold fruit to a Whisky Smash or Mule.
The Liberty Distillery Truth Vodka 375 mL
Gentle vanilla, nougat and citrus lead a clean, softly aromatic profile. Refined grain character gives the palate quiet depth, while careful distillation and charcoal filtration create a silky, full-mouth texture. The style stays dry and precise, with a light natural sweetness and a creamy, delicate finish that lingers without heaviness. Serve well chilled, over a large cube, or in a Martini where the subtle vanilla, citrus and grain notes can remain clearly defined.
Grey Fox Brewing Prolific Pale Ale
A gluten-free Belgian-style pale ale with a pronounced malt profile, gentle honeyed character and restrained hop bitterness. Millet and rice create a clean, rounded base, while subtle hops keep the finish balanced and dry rather than sweet. The result is flavourful but composed, with enough freshness for the table. Serve well chilled with roast chicken, grilled sausages, nutty cheese or lightly spiced dishes.
Rathjen Cellars Imperative Dry Vermouth
Orange peel and fresh herbs lead a light, aromatic nose, with cardamom and marjoram adding warm, savoury detail. Roasted dandelion root gives the palate an earthy bitterness, while wormwood keeps the dry profile firm and focused. The fruit remains restrained, allowing the botanical layers to unfold without heaviness. The finish is crisp, gently bitter and refreshing. Serve chilled as an aperitif, over ice with citrus, or use it to bring local herbal character to a Martini.
Winemaker’s Cut 2019 Rosé 750 mL
Field berries, candied strawberry and white peach lead, joined by watermelon and a gentle floral lift. The palate is crisp yet creamy, with bright berry fruit and citrus framed by mouthwatering minerality. A light savoury note gives the fruit shape without adding weight. Dry and refreshing, it closes cleanly with tart strawberry, peach and a lingering citrus edge.
Three Sisters 2016 Bench Red 750 mL
Dark berry and cherry fruit lead, with earthy undertones and a measured layer of oak. Merlot and Cabernet Franc shape a full but approachable palate, supported by smooth, refined tannins rather than heavy extraction. The texture is rounded and velvety, allowing the fruit to remain clear. It finishes with steady length, leaving dark fruit, gentle earth and a polished tannic frame.
La Stella 2025 Moscato d’Osoyoos 375mL
Orange blossom, peach rind, rose petal and melon form an intensely aromatic profile. Light effervescence lifts the fruit, while bright acidity and measured sweetness keep the palate lively rather than heavy. Serve well chilled as an aperitif, with brunch, a cheese board or gently spiced Thai, Cambodian and Vietnamese dishes; it is especially appealing alongside fragrant herbs and mild heat.
Bordertown 2019 Grüner Veltliner
Bright and aromatic, with pineapple and a soft honeyed note lifted by a light mineral edge. White peach and apricot carry through the palate, where balanced acidity keeps the ripe fruit fresh and clean. The texture is gently rounded without losing definition, finishing poised and easy. Serve well chilled with seafood, soft cheeses or lightly spiced vegetable dishes.
Northern Lights Mirtillo Blueberry Wine
Juicy dark berry fruit leads an expressive, fruit-forward profile, with subtle vanilla and a delicate leafy fragrance adding definition. The palate is off-dry and medium-bodied, balancing vivid berry flavour with the breadth of Hungarian-oak ageing. The texture stays lively and composed through a gently rounded finish.
The Liberty Distillery Endeavour Origins Gin
Bright forest aromas open with juniper and cypress pine, followed by wild berries, coastal herbs and a delicate thread of spice. The palate is supple and layered, moving from a firm juniper core through aromatic botanicals to a cool hint of mint. The finish is smooth, seamless and lingering, with a distinctly West Coast feel. Serve neat or over ice, build a clean Gin & Tonic, or use it in a Martini where the forest and coastal notes can stay clear.
Temporal Artisan Ales Balaton Cherry Saison 750 mL
Balaton cherries bring tart, dark-red fruit to a blend of barrel-fermented and aged saisons, giving the beer a vinous depth without obscuring its farmhouse character. Bright acidity and gentle oak frame the fruit, while the dry finish keeps the palate composed and savoury. Serve cool rather than ice-cold with roast duck, pork, washed-rind cheese or mushroom dishes, allowing the cherry and barrel notes to unfold gradually in the glass.
Temporal Artisan Ales Somewhereness B3 Saison
Two barrel-fermented and aged saison bases come together here, one built around malted spelt and the other malted rye. Amarillo and Cascade hops add measured citrus and floral detail, while a final dry hop with Czech Saaz brings a fine herbal edge. The palate is grain-led, dry and quietly complex, with oak and farmhouse fermentation held in balance. Serve cool with roast chicken, aged cheese or mushroom dishes.
Tender Hope Winery 2023 Rosé of Syrah 750 mL
Strawberry, raspberry and cherry lead, with a bright citrus note bringing lift. The palate is crisp and dry, keeping the red fruit clear and energetic rather than sweet or heavy. Fresh acidity gives the wine a clean outline, while a light floral tone adds detail through the centre. Refreshing and composed, it finishes with lingering berries, citrus and a gentle mineral edge.