Canada
1 Mill Road 2023 Block Two Pinot Noir
Red cherry opens with anise and gentle spice, framed by fine oak. The palate is silky and savoury, with bright acidity keeping the fruit vivid and precise. A smooth, finely textured structure brings balance and poise, while subtle oak and spice gather through a long, luminous finish that stays fresh and composed.
The Liberty Distillery Endeavour Pink Gin
Delicate rose and raspberry lead the aroma, followed by juniper, coriander and citrus peel. Star anise brings another botanical layer, while rosehip keeps the floral and citrus profile closely joined. The palate is forthright, with juniper and citrus carrying through the middle. The finish is smooth and lingering, leaving rose, raspberry, flowers, citrus and a measured trace of anise.
Poplar Grove 2018 Syrah Okanagan Valley
Blueberry and raspberry rise with white pepper, warm spice and a subtle herbal note. The palate is bright and balanced, bringing ripe fruit together with lively acidity and measured tannins. Savoury spice keeps the finish focused and food friendly. Pair with grilled lamb, roast duck, peppered mushrooms or lentils with rosemary.
Culmina 2019 Hypothesis
Truffle and stewed fruit open the nose, followed by fresh black fruit and a measured oak frame. The palate is clean and mineral, carrying its depth with definition rather than heaviness. A composed Bordeaux-style blend with firm structure and a dry finish, it suits roast beef, grilled lamb, braised short ribs, mushrooms or firm aged cheese.
Aasha Wines 2017 From Here On In Syrah
Red and blue berries lead, lifted by bright eucalyptus and swirls of spicy tobacco. The palate is fresh and light-bodied but layered, with savoury notes of crisp bacon, cigar box and leather adding depth. Fine acidity keeps the fruit energetic, while a vivid stemmy note draws the wine into a long, distinctive and quietly magnetic finish.
Orofino 2021 Syrah
Bench 1775 2017 Pinot Gris Icewine
Concentrated pear, ripe apple and quince lead, with a clear honeyed sweetness held in check by fresh acidity. The palate is rich but not heavy, layering orchard fruit with a gently rounded texture. A precise, balanced finish keeps the sweetness composed, leaving pear, quince and a clean line of brightness to linger.
Poplar Grove 2015 Syrah
Dark fruit leads with a smooth, savoury character and a silky feel from the first sip. The palate builds through generous, fleshy intensity, while measured French oak gives the fruit shape and polish rather than heaviness. Rich yet composed, it has the depth for grilled lamb, pepper-crusted beef, braised short ribs, roasted mushrooms or aged hard cheese, with a long, confident finish.
Poplar Grove 2016 Syrah Okanagan Valley
Plum, light vanilla and white pepper introduce a soft, easy-moving red with restrained dried black fruit and a gentle oak frame. The palate is rounded rather than forceful, with mild spice, supple tannins and a clean savoury finish. It is ready to pour now, especially with grilled sausages, roast duck, lamb burgers or lentil stew.
Poplar Grove 2017 Syrah Okanagan Valley
White pepper, blueberry and violet lead into raspberry, warm spice and a lift of tarragon and mint. Medium-bodied and finely balanced, the palate combines silky dark fruit with bright acidity and supple tannins. Fresh herbs return on the clear, savoury finish. A natural match for grilled lamb, roast duck, peppered beef or mushroom ragout.
Poplar Grove 2018 Syrah Okanagan Valley
Blueberry and raspberry rise with white pepper, warm spice and a subtle herbal note. The palate is bright and balanced, bringing ripe fruit together with lively acidity and measured tannins. Savoury spice keeps the finish focused and food friendly. Pair with grilled lamb, roast duck, peppered mushrooms or lentils with rosemary.
Sheringham Distillery Seaside Gin 750 mL
Piney juniper leads the aroma, lifted by grapefruit, bright citrus and a soft floral note. The palate evokes coastal air, with fresh pine, a measured saline edge and lavender woven through a clean botanical core. Citrus keeps the texture lively while the floral detail adds polish. The finish is long and bright, carrying juniper, lemon, orange and a gentle trace of sea brine.
Lightfoot & Wolfville 2022 Brut Rosé
Delicate red berries and rhubarb galette lead, layered with white pepper, subtle truffle and savoury herbs. The palate echoes the aromatics with gentle spice and earthy nuance, held in a dry, balanced frame. Fine persistent bubbles and a creamy mousse give the wine textural elegance, while bright maritime acidity carries the graceful finish. Serve with snow crab, charcuterie or soft cheeses.
1 Mill Road 2022 Black Pine Pinot Noir
A fragrant, finely structured Pinot Noir with sour cherry, cranberry, ripe strawberry and raspberry at the centre. Pepper, dried herbs and graphite add savoury definition as the wine opens. Bright acidity drives the palate, while dusty, fine-grained tannins give youthful density and length. A brief decant brings out its detail; serve with salmon, roast poultry or mushroom dishes.
Maison Agricole Joy Hill 2023 Pastoral Sans Foi ni Loi Vivant 5
A lightly yeasty aroma gives this white a gently rustic edge while its fruit remains fresh and restrained. The palate is delicate and light, with a lively profile that keeps the wine clear and energetic. Yeast and fresh fruit share the centre without either becoming excessive. The close is clean and bright, carrying the same measured yeast and fresh character.
Lariana Cellars 2021 Twenty One
Generous and dark-fruited, with blackcurrant on the nose and rich flavours of plum, fig and black cherry across the palate. The blend brings Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère and Syrah together in a composed, full-flavoured style. Its breadth is matched by clear aromatic definition, giving the wine depth and presence without crowding out the fruit.
The Liberty Distillery Trust Single Grain Whiskey
Gentle spice and caramel lead the aroma, opening into a rounded palate of warm malt, sweet spice and polished oak. Almond and walnut bring a savoury, nutty layer, while barley grain keeps the middle grounded and full. The texture is generous without feeling heavy. Vanilla and honey emerge on the smooth, persistent finish, leaving soft wood spice and mellow warmth.
Arbutus Distillery Baba Yaga Genuine Absinthe
Sweet fennel and earthy anise lead the aroma, with mint, lemon balm and a restrained citrus note adding freshness. The palate is intensely herbal yet composed, combining black-liquorice depth with cooling mint and the firmer bitterness of wormwood. Water softens the texture and opens the botanicals. The finish remains long and aromatic, carrying anise, herbs and light citrus with measured warmth.
Phantom Creek 2019 Becker Vineyard Cuvée Okanagan Valley
Dark cherry and black currant rise with black sage, forest floor and a peppery herbal note. Smooth and supple on the palate, it layers ripe red bramble fruit over fine-grained tannins while maintaining freshness and balance. The finish is long, savoury and composed. Serve with roast lamb, braised beef, grilled peppers or wild mushrooms.