Italy
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.
Paolo Scavino 2018 Barolo DOCG 750 mL
Vivid red berries and roses lead into tart cherry, dried raspberry, licorice, tar and earth. Medium-bodied and bright, the palate sets fresh fruit against fine, lightly firm tannins and lively acidity. Rosehip, anise and gentle spice add detail through the middle. The finish is long and polished, retaining silky structure, red-fruit clarity and a composed, balanced feel.
Pio Cesare 2020 Ornato Barolo DOCG 750 mL
Blackberry, damson plum and black cherry lead, accented by violet, cinnamon, nutmeg and dark licorice. The palate is dense and powerful, with firm, fine-grained tannins wrapped around concentrated fruit. Rusty mineral, graphite, smoky notes and bitter citrus bring lift and definition. The finish is thick yet polished, holding its structure through lingering spice, dark fruit and a savoury mineral edge.
Pio Cesare 2010 Barbaresco DOCG 750 mL
Violet, strawberry, raspberry and wild cherry rise with cedar, tar, licorice and balsamic herbs. Elegant yet intense, the palate has ample depth, juicy fruit and bright acidity framed by ripe, firm tannins. Vanilla, cinnamon, mocha and forest-floor notes build through the middle. The finish is long and polished, carrying cherry, licorice and fine savoury detail.
Pio Cesare 2018 Barbaresco DOCG 750 mL
Wild cherry, raspberry, rosehip and black tea open with cedar, tobacco and sweet spice. The palate is medium-bodied and polished, combining vibrant red fruit with lively acidity and refined tannins. Savoury forest-floor notes and iron add depth without weighing down the fruit. The finish is broad, velvety and persistent, leaving rose, tea and earthy detail in balance.
Le Coste 2013 Paino Bianco Procanico 750 mL
Deep amber-gold in colour, with dried apricot, quince, crushed flint and a faint note of volcanic ash. The palate is full and textural, bringing ripe pear, chamomile, salted almond and honeycomb into focus. Bright acidity cuts through the breadth while firm, grippy tannins provide shape. The finish is persistent and mineral, retaining savoury tension and a clear imprint of its volcanic setting.
Pelassa 2012 Barolo DOCG 1.5 L
Garnet red opens with dried flowers, mineral notes and an earthy touch of tar. Rich and balanced, the palate carries mature tannins with a velvety texture and measured intensity. Dark cherry, tobacco and savoury spice develop through the middle, maintaining a classical, austere frame. The finish is persistent and composed, leaving mineral detail, dried rose and firm, polished tannin.
Vietti 2021 Perbacco Langhe Nebbiolo 3 L
Ripe red fruit opens with mint, sweet spice and a lightly floral note. The palate is robust and generous in its youth, yet shaped by rounded, elegant tannins and enough freshness to keep the fruit clear. Savoury earth and dried herbs emerge through the middle. The finish is long and refined, leaving red cherry, spice and a composed mineral persistence.