France
Clement Lavallee 2022 Bourgogne Aligote Pariot
$67.99Bright, zippy and mineral-driven, with a clean line of acidity and a restrained, lightly textured palate. Native-yeast fermentation in stainless steel and neutral barrels preserves freshness while adding quiet depth. The style is precise rather than showy, making it a natural partner for oysters, grilled prawns, white fish, fresh cheeses, roast chicken or a simple plate of buttered vegetables.
Clement Lavallee 2022 Chablis Les Ardill
$98.99An energetic Chablis from old-vine clay-limestone soils, with a taut mineral profile and measured weight. Ageing partly in seasoned barrels and partly in stainless steel on the lees gives the palate texture without obscuring its freshness. Vibrant and focused through the finish, it pairs naturally with oysters, grilled fish, roast chicken or creamy shellfish dishes.
Clement Lavallee 45 Degrees 2022 Chablis
$108.99A focused Chablis with green apple, pear and citrus set against lightly salted butter and a chalky mineral note. The palate is richly textured but well balanced, with bright acidity carrying the orchard fruit through a long, precise finish. Its combination of depth and freshness is particularly good with oysters, roast fish, poultry or firm alpine cheese.
Vgc Monnieres 2017 Muscadet St Fiacre
$49.99A mature Muscadet with golden colour and a complex nose of baked apple, citrus, butter and stone. The palate is full and structured, its rounded texture balanced by a clear mineral line and steady acidity. Long and savoury on the finish, it is well suited to richer seafood, roast fish, poultry or dishes finished with brown butter.
Roland Lavantureux 2021 Chablis Grand Cru Bougros
$203.99Pale in colour, with a rich, expressive nose showing citrus, gentle oak and a firm mineral undertone. The palate is concentrated and muscular without losing precision, building from bright citrus into a broader wave of fruit. A surge of energy through the second half drives the exceptionally long, focused finish.
Chavy Chouet 2022 Les Grands Charrons Meursault
$234.99Bright pale gold, with ripe lemon zest, white acacia, fresh hazelnut and a subtle flinty reduction. Concentrated white peach and citrus oil give the palate breadth, while crisp acidity keeps the texture focused. The finish is long, saline and chalky, balancing quiet richness with the precision and energy of fine white Burgundy.
Chapoutier 2019 Banyuls
$36.99Deep 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.
Arnoux & Fils 2012 Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise
$34.99Orange 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.
Château d’Aydie 2012 Maydie Vintage Tannat
$47.99Sweet 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
$69.99Layered 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 Trie de Vendange
$69.99Honey, 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.
Domaine de la Bongran 2000 Mâcon-Villages Cuvée Botrytis
$109.99Honeyed 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.
Clos Lapeyre 2017 Jurançon La Magendia
$39.99Ripe 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.
Les Clos de Paulilles Banyuls Cap Béar
$43.49Rich 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.
Château de Jau 2009 Chez Jau Rivesaltes Ambré
$41.99Golden 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.
Christophe Mignon Ratafia Champenois Meunier
$96.99Honeyed and softly rounded, with apricot and ripe melon set against a subtle stony, earthy note. The palate is generous without becoming heavy, carrying natural fruit sweetness through a smooth, warming texture. A savoury edge brings balance to the finish. Serve lightly chilled in a small pour with pâté, blue cheese or fruit tart.
Château Las Collas 1961 Rivesaltes
$159.99Dark amber and deeply mature, with hazelnut, almond and candied citrus rising over warm roasted notes. The palate is rich and warming, carrying Grenache sweetness with savoury nut-skin complexity and a gently oxidative tone. Long, composed and distinctive, it is best served in a small pour alongside blue cheese, toasted nuts or dark chocolate.
Champalou 2015 Vouvray La Moelleuse
$89.99Gently sweet and supple, this late-harvest Chenin carries generous orchard fruit through a rounded, silky palate. Mouthwatering acidity cuts cleanly through the richness, bringing freshness and balance to the lingering finish. Expressive without becoming heavy, it is well suited to fruit desserts, blue cheese, foie gras or a quiet glass after dinner.
Epoque 2015 Monbazillac
$23.99Golden and softly honeyed, with apricot, peach and candied citrus forming a generous aromatic core. The palate is rich and smooth, balancing ripe fruit and gentle sweetness with enough freshness to stay composed. A measured floral note carries into the finish, making this an easy partner for fruit tarts, blue cheese or pâté.
Arnaud de Villeneuve 1976 Rivesaltes Ambré
$129.99Chocolate, prune compote and Bourbon vanilla rise from a warm, expressive nose, with polished wood adding depth. Rich and enveloping on the palate, it brings mature rancio character into a cocoa-toned finish that remains balanced rather than heavy. Serve lightly chilled with dark chocolate, walnut tart, blue cheese or simply as a contemplative after-dinner glass.