France
Domaine Garnier & Fils 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir Chardonnay 750 mL
Bright citrus and orchard fruit open with a pale floral lift and a clean mineral note. The palate is juicy and concentrated, balancing ripe fruit with firm freshness and a finely textured centre. Subtle savoury detail gives the wine depth without muting its clarity. The finish is long and poised, carrying lemon, pear and stony mineral character with the density and precision expected from Grand Cru Chablis.
Ployez-Jacquemart 2010 Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champagne
Apple, pear and fresh-baked bread open with hazelnut, flowers, chalk and restrained buttery oak. Deep and full-bodied, the palate combines Chardonnay creaminess with a precise mineral core and elegant mousse. Roasted notes build through the long, bright finish, which remains focused, vivid and impeccably balanced.
Dhondt-Grellet NV Roc Solare Assemblage Extra Brut Champagne
Fresh lemon, golden apple and pear lead into white flowers, honeysuckle and a subtle flinty, smoky note. The palate is generous yet linear, with creamy texture, ripe stone fruit and hazelnut held in check by chalky tension and saline precision. The very dry finish is long and focused, making this a fine match for oysters, scallops, tempura or aged Comté.
Pierrick Bouley 2018 Volnay 1er Cru Santenots
Deeply coloured, with lifted high tones and striking aromatic intensity. The palate is broad and structured, its fine-grained tannins adding shape with almost no dryness. Layered, mobile fruit brings energy and dimension, while a slightly cushioned texture softens the wine's fresh lines. Powerful yet poised, with an excellent, persistent finish.
Delamain Pale & Dry XO Cognac
Vanilla, apricot and passion fruit rise first, followed by orange zest and a gentle almond note. The palate is finely textured and bright, with ripe fruit balanced by measured oak and warming spice. Ginger gives the middle a clean lift while citrus oil keeps the richness precise. The finish is persistent and composed, carrying candied orange, almond, vanilla and quiet spice.
Taittinger NV Prélude Grands Crus
Pale yellow with silver highlights and a fine, persistent mousse. Fresh mineral notes lead into elderflower and a measured cinnamon accent, while lively citrus brings precision to the palate. White peach adds roundness and a silky texture through the middle, carrying the wine into a rich, lingering finish that balances finesse, energy and aromatic depth.
Jean-Philippe Fichet 2020 Meursault Chardonnay 750 mL
Greengage leads a restrained profile with fresh citrus and a lightly savoury edge. The palate is precise and intense, its clean fruit carried by a focused, linear texture. Gentle lees detail and restrained oak bring depth without overt heaviness. The finish is composed and persistent, returning to green fruit, citrus and fine mineral notes with the clarity and tension that define a carefully handled Meursault.
Domaine Xavier Gérard 2022 Côte-Rôtie 750 mL
Licorice root and brambly blackberry lead the exact-vintage record, followed by crunchy blueberry and dark plum. Savoury old oak, cracked pepper and a touch of game add further detail. The finish is described as long, savoury and grippy, with those same dark-fruited, spicy and meaty elements continuing through an intensely flavoured aftertaste. Dark fruit, spice and game remain central throughout.
Château Haut-Batailley 2016 Pauillac 750 mL
Blackcurrant, blueberry and blackberry open with violet, pressed iris and a light peppery note. The palate is tightly framed yet approachable, combining dark fruit with fine, slightly chalky tannins and bright linear acidity. Fresh marzipan and subtle spice add depth as the structure begins to soften. The finish is smooth and persistent, carrying floral lift, ripe fruit and polished Pauillac restraint.
Château Malescot St-Exupéry 2015 Margaux 750 mL
Steeped plum, fig and blackberry open with lilac, oyster-shell minerality and finely integrated oak. The palate is rich and composed, its dark fruit framed by mocha, vanilla and a discreet savoury edge. Velvety tannins carry the wine with power but preserve Margaux's floral refinement. The finish is long and harmonious, lingering on black fruit, violet, warm spice and mineral detail.
Domaine Rapet Père et Fils 2017 Corton Grand Cru 750 mL
Cassis and wild berries lead into forest floor and a fine thread of wood smoke. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with dense fruit held by firm, chewy tannins and a savoury mineral undertone. Power is matched by depth rather than excess, and the structure remains clear from the first sip through the finish. Long and expansive, it will reward a generous decant and substantial food.
Laurent Ponsot 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Cuvée de l’Aulne 750 mL
Strawberry and raspberry lead a lightly floral nose, with darker currant, soft earth, cedar and a whisper of wild herbs underneath. The palate is sleek and medium-bodied, combining fresh red fruit with savoury spice and a clear mineral line. Fine volume builds through the middle before a firmer, gently rustic finish brings shape and length. Give it time in a decanter and serve with duck, roast chicken or mushroom dishes.
Pierre Gimonnet & Fils 2015 Special Club Champagne
Juicy citrus and tart green apple frame a cool, lean palate built around chalk and saline minerality. The mousse is fine and energetic, while delicate floral notes give the wine lift without softening its serious, tightly drawn structure. The finish is long, dry and precise. Excellent with oysters, sole meuniere, aged Comte or a simple roast chicken.
Remoissenet Père et Fils 2019 Nuits Saint Georges
Deep crimson Pinot Noir with rose, liquorice, cherry and blackcurrant, gaining leather, truffle and savoury depth with age. The palate is muscular and full-bodied, with a firm yet balanced structure and a long, composed finish. Built for patient cellaring and especially good with roast lamb, duck, game or washed-rind cheese.
Agrapart NV 7 Crus Extra Brut Champagne
Fresh and finely chiselled, with lime zest, green apple and lemon framed by chalk, white flowers and a subtle pastry note. The palate is silky and linear, its fine mousse carrying bright citrus and mineral tension into a clean, saline finish. Precise rather than showy, it is a natural match for oysters, shellfish, gougères or simply prepared fish.
Remoissenet 2017 Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Champs-Gain 750 mL
Ripe orchard fruit leads with peach, apple and a touch of pineapple, framed by white flowers and quiet mineral detail. The palate is medium-bodied, creamy and broad, with integrated oak, toast and almond adding depth. Freshness keeps the generous fruit in balance, and a chalky, lightly spiced note carries the long finish. Serve with roast chicken, lobster or seared scallops.
Château Léoville Las Cases 2010 Le Petit Lion du Marquis de Las Cases Saint-Julien 750 mL
Blackcurrant, blackberry and red cherry lead, lifted by violet and a fresh redcurrant note. Cedar, tobacco, liquorice and dark chocolate add savoury depth. The palate is elegant and medium-bodied, with lively acidity giving the ripe fruit a firm, energetic line. Fine-grained structure keeps the finish precise and composed, carrying kirsch, spice and gentle roasted detail without excess weight.
Château La Fleur de Boüard 2016 Lalande-de-Pomerol 1.5 L
Black cherry and cassis lead, with ripe blackcurrant, dark plum and a restrained note of spice. Oyster shell and cold flint add a savoury mineral edge. The palate is medium-bodied, smooth and supple, its generous fruit held by structured yet polished tannins. Subtle vanilla and chocolate deepen the middle without overwhelming the fruit. The finish is long, rounded and composed, retaining freshness and fine mineral detail.
Jane Eyre 2017 Savigny-lès-Beaune Premier Cru Pinot Noir 1.5 L
Fresh red berries lead with lifted floral detail and a quietly savoury edge. The palate is open and juicy, favouring clarity and movement over heavy concentration. Bright acidity gives the fruit energy, while fine tannins keep the shape precise and composed. Subtle earthy complexity develops through the middle. The finish is persistent and detailed, lingering on red fruit, florals and gentle savoury notes.
Louis Roederer 2009 Brut Nature Philippe Starck Champagne
Yellow with light amber glints and exceptionally fine bubbles, opening on honeysuckle, broom, peach and roasted hazelnut. Citrus, spice and chestnut cream add depth to the ample, creamy palate. Saline freshness keeps the texture light and airy, while zesty bitterness, pepper and delicate oak linger through the poised finish.