Italy
Costaripa Brut Rosé NV 750 mL
Fine, persistent bubbles rise through a pale antique-pink colour. The nose is rounded and expressive, combining ripe fruit, forest berries, vanilla and redcurrant. Chardonnay provides most of the blend, while Pinot Noir adds colour and red-fruit detail; partial fermentation in small white-oak casks brings gentle texture. The finish remains poised and fruit-led, with subtle vanilla and a steady, refined mousse.
Capezzana 2010 Villa di Trefiano Carmignano Riserva 750 mL
Ripe red fruit leads with violet, cherry and a measured cocoa-spice note. The palate is balanced and structured, with enough softness to keep the wine composed rather than severe. Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon give it both Tuscan lift and a darker, firmer centre. The finish is harmonious and persistent, carrying ripe fruit, spice and cocoa with steady, well-integrated depth.
Monastero Suore Cistercensi 2019 Benedic Lazio Rosso 750 mL
Pale and translucent in the glass, this gentle red favours clarity over weight. Sangiovese and Ciliegiolo bring fresh red-fruit character, while a two-week maceration adds light grip without sacrificing delicacy. Natural fermentation and restrained cellar work preserve an unadorned, quietly savoury profile. The result remains clear and composed, with fresh fruit continuing through a clean, understated finish that suits the wine's light touch.
Manuel Pulcini 2018 Marròca Toscana Bianco IGT 750 mL
Wild lemon and grapefruit pith open with hay, pine nut and a lifted thread of wild herbs. The palate is vivid and finely gripped, carrying bright acidity through a light, energetic frame. Trebbiano, Malvasia and Vermentino contribute layered citrus, savoury depth and aromatic detail without losing precision. A mineral, lightly salted finish gathers the wine's herbal and citrus notes into a balanced, characterful close.
Antonio Scala 2021 Cirò Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva 750 mL
Warm and Mediterranean in profile, this Gaglioppo-led red balances ripe fruit with savoury spice and a firm, composed structure. Long skin contact builds texture, while time in stainless steel and barrel rounds the edges without obscuring the grape's character. The palate feels generous yet controlled, with medium body and measured grip. It closes on red fruit, gentle spice and a polished, quietly persistent warmth.
Umani Ronchi 2013 Pelago Marche IGT 750 mL
Deep ruby colour introduces coffee, black pepper, liquorice and tobacco, followed by ripe berries and vanilla. The palate is fruit-rich yet structured, with mineral detail adding lift beneath the darker flavours. Firm tannins give the wine shape and measured grip, while extended time in barrique and bottle brings integration. It finishes savoury and persistent, leaving berries, spice, tobacco and a cool mineral impression.
Florio 2020 VecchioFlorio Marsala Superiore Sweet 750 mL
Amber in colour with bright caramel tones, this opens on raisins, vanilla and dried fruit. The palate is warm and rounded, with a generous texture balanced by the wine's savoury fortified character. Barrel ageing brings quiet depth without obscuring the fruit, while the sweetness remains measured and composed. It finishes with lingering raisin, dried fruit, vanilla and a gentle echo of caramel.
Ruffino Prosecco Extra Dry 375 mL
Fresh apple, pear and honeydew melon open with a clean, inviting lift. Vigorous bubbles and bright acidity give the palate an energetic first impression, followed by a gentle touch of sweetness through the centre. The fruit remains crisp and clearly defined, with green apple and pear carrying the wine forward. It finishes refreshing and balanced, leaving melon, orchard fruit and a softly rounded extra-dry close.
Sperone Marsala Fine I.P. Dry 750 mL
Amber in colour with a copper rim, this opens on marmalade, burnt sugar and dried citrus peel. Raisin and fig add richness, while smoke and toasted nuts bring savoury depth. The palate is rounded and concentrated, balanced by enough acidity to keep the dried-fruit character from feeling heavy. A nutty finish carries the flavours with measured warmth, leaving orange peel, fig and gentle caramel in its wake.
Cà dei Frati 2022 I Frati Lugana DOC 750 mL
White flowers and apricot open with a light balsamic lift. The palate is fresh and linear, bringing white peach, yellow apple and pear into a polished, gently rounded texture. Saline and mineral notes give the fruit definition, while lively acidity keeps the wine precise. A touch of white pepper and iodine carries through the crisp, savoury finish.
Tenuta Sant’Antonio 2013 Scaia Corvina 750 mL
Cherry, black cherry and plum lead, joined by raspberry, currant and a measured floral note of rose and violet. The palate is fresh and well balanced, with enough body to carry the dark fruit while remaining graceful. A savoury mineral line adds definition through the centre. Smooth and vibrant, it closes with lingering berries, soft spice and a clean, gently structured finish.
Gigglewater Prosecco Rosé 200 mL
Red berries and light floral tones lead, carried by fine bubbles and a clean citrus lift. The palate is lively and fruit-forward, with crisp acidity bringing freshness and a gentle touch of sweetness rounding the centre. Bright rather than weighty, it keeps its red-fruit character clear through the finish. The close is refreshing and softly effervescent, with lingering berry and citrus notes.
Tenuta di Castellaro 2020 Bianco Porticello 750 mL
Green apple and crisp citrus lead, joined by fresh herbs, white flowers and a subtle iodine note. The palate is bright and finely textured, with lively acidity carrying lemon peel and crunchy green fruit. A continuous saline line gives the wine shape and keeps its aromatic character precise. Dry and poised, it closes with mineral freshness, soft spice and a clean, persistent maritime finish.
Tenuta di Castellaro 2019 Bianco Pomice 750 mL
Citrus and field flowers open, followed by ripe orchard fruit, cedar and a measured almond note. The palate is broad and finely textured, with fresh acidity and a distinct saline mineral line carrying the fruit. Orange pith and pear add definition through the centre, while white pepper brings gentle lift. Dry and persistent, it finishes with citrus, sweet almond and a long volcanic-mineral edge.
Trerè 2022 Arlùs Romagna Albana Secco DOCG 750 mL
Apricot and ripe stone fruit lead, joined by yellow flowers, citrus and a light honeyed note. The palate is broad and quietly rich, with a supple texture balanced by fresh acidity and a savoury mineral line. A gentle nutty character adds depth through the middle. Dry and expressive, it finishes with persistent fruit, floral detail and a clean, lightly saline edge.
Stock Lionello Extra Dry Vermouth 1 L
Crystal clear in appearance, with a restrained botanical aroma built around delicate herbs, spice and subtle floral tones. The palate is dry and precise, showing almost no sweetness and a light, clean texture. No single botanical dominates; instead, the profile remains balanced and quietly savoury from start to finish. Its crisp, understated character works well chilled as an aperitif or as a measured component in classic cocktails.
Passopisciaro Contrada Chiappemacine Terre Siciliane Rosso 750 mL
Dark cherry and fig lead, joined by plum, fragrant herbs and a clear note of white pepper. The palate is medium-bodied and firmly shaped, with fine tannins bringing grip and tension around the ripe fruit. Smoky mineral tones and savoury spice add definition through the middle, while fresh acidity keeps the texture lively. Focused rather than heavy, it finishes with lingering cherry, marjoram and a stony volcanic edge.
Cinzano Rosso Vermouth
Amber red in the glass, opening with black cherry, vanilla and a soft note of caramel. The palate is smooth and gently sweet, then broadens through warm spice and a measured bitter edge. Botanical tones bring lift and definition, with artemisia carrying into a long, savoury finish. Enjoy it chilled, over ice or with soda, or use its balanced sweetness and bitterness in classic cocktails.
Ornellaia 2022 Bolgheri DOC Superiore 750 mL
Black fruit leads with blackberry and black cherry, layered with vanilla, tobacco and a touch of sweet spice. The palate is expansive and generous, supported by powerful yet finely integrated tannins. Cedar, dark cocoa and a mineral edge add definition through the middle, while fresh acidity keeps the concentrated fruit composed. Savoury and vibrant on the finish, it carries its richness with clarity and enduring length.
Cappellano 2019 Otin Fiorin Piè Rupestris Barolo 750 mL
Red cherry and lifted floral notes meet earthy truffle, warm stone and subtle spice. The palate is medium-bodied yet concentrated, with pure fruit held in tension by firm, classic tannins. A mineral edge and savoury depth build through the middle while the texture remains pliant and finely judged. Long and structured, the finish carries rugged energy with unusual harmony and refinement.