Portugal
Santos Lima 2020 Bons Ventos Lisboa
$18.99An aromatic Lisboa red with ripe black and red fruit, licorice and warm spice. The palate is concentrated but fresh, with measured oak, pronounced acidity and fine tannins giving shape to the generous fruit. Spice returns on the dry, persistent finish, making this a useful match for grilled meat, sausages, tomato-rich dishes or firm cheese.
Joya 2021 Vinho Tinto Lisboa
$18.99A smooth Portuguese red blend with intense aromas of ripe red fruit and cinnamon. The palate is well balanced, with soft tannins and a light, persistent feel that keeps the fruit approachable. Subtle wood notes add savoury depth to the complex finish, making it a comfortable match for grilled meat, tomato-based pasta or firm cheese.
Joya 2024 Branco Lisboa
$18.99Fresh citrus rises first, followed by a lightly aromatic, vivid palate. Bright acidity keeps the texture clean and energetic, while the fruit remains direct and easy to follow. Light in body but not short on character, it closes with a crisp, refreshing finish. Serve well chilled as an aperitif or with grilled prawns, simple fish dishes and green salads.
Joya 2025 Rose
$18.99Fresh and fruit-driven, with strawberry and watermelon leading raspberry, lemon and grapefruit. Peach and apricot add a softer orchard-fruit note, while a light mineral edge keeps the palate clean. Crisp acidity carries the dry, refreshing finish. Serve well chilled with prawns, Nicoise salad, grilled vegetables, fresh cheeses or simple tapas; it is equally easy as a warm-weather aperitif.
Vilacetinho 2023 Vinho Verde
$19.99A fresh Portuguese white with citrus, orchard fruit and a gentle tropical note. The palate is smooth and easygoing, with enough brightness to keep the ripe fruit clear and lively through a clean finish. Refreshing without feeling sharp, it is well suited to simple seafood, salads, mild cheeses or an uncomplicated glass on its own.
Valcatrina 2022 Alentejano
$23.99A soft, creamy texture carries ripe blackberry, plum and dark cherry, while vanilla, pepper and gentle oak spice add warmth. Fine-grained tannins give the wine shape without hardness, and a fresh line through the finish keeps the generous fruit composed. The aftertaste is long and polished. Serve with grilled beef, tomato-braised dishes, roast vegetables or firm cheese.
Caves Sao Joao 2021 Reserva Bruto Branco
$38.99Citrus yellow in the glass, with an intense nose of dried flowers, bright citrus and light toasted notes. The palate opens fresh, then broadens into a well-balanced, structured mousse. Lively acidity keeps the texture precise, while persistent aromas carry the finish with measured depth from extended lees ageing. Serve well chilled with appetizers, grilled fish, white meats or a restrained fruit dessert.
Fonseca NV Tawny Port
$28.99Apricot and plum lead, with mellow butterscotch, warm spice and a touch of dried fruit behind them. The palate is rich and jammy yet neatly lifted by fresh acidity, giving the sweetness shape and energy. Soft texture and gentle nutty warmth carry through a crisp, composed finish.
Fonseca NV Ruby Port
$28.99Black cherry and cassis fill the nose, joined by ripe plum and a subtle floral note. Full-bodied and sweet without losing shape, the palate carries dark berry fruit through velvety texture and firm, well-integrated tannins. Freshness keeps the richness composed, leading to a long, generous and fruit-driven finish.
Cartuxa 2022 Pêra-Manca Branco Alentejo DOC
$126.99Fresh lemon, orange peel, melon and white peach lead, joined by green herbs and a quiet floral lift. The palate is bright and tangy, with mineral tension and focused acidity balancing rounder notes of apricot and green fig. Refined and layered, it finishes precise, citrus-driven and gently textured rather than overtly rich.
Broadbent 1994 Vintage Port
$199.99Pepper and warm spice frame a concentrated core of dark fruit. The palate is broad and generous, carrying black cherry, plum and a touch of liquorice through a smooth, mature texture. Firm but resolved tannins give the sweetness shape rather than weight. The finish is long and warming, leaving dark berries, cocoa, spice and a gently savoury echo.
Villa Oeiras NV 15-Year-Old Carcavelos
$94.99Dried sultana and apricot lead into bitter orange, roasted hazelnut and a quiet trace of sea smoke. The palate is concentrated and velvety, with sweet rancio spice and polished oak richness held in check by elegant acidity. A subtle saline-mineral thread keeps the wine energetic, carrying dried fruit and warm spice through a long, resonant finish.
Vila das Rainhas Ginja d’Óbidos Sour Cherry Liqueur
$66.99Intense cherry and wild-cherry aromas lead immediately, showing ripe fruit alongside a darker, slightly earthy edge. The palate is creamy and rounded, with concentrated sour-cherry flavour and a deeper fruit tone adding definition through the middle. Whole cherries reinforce the fruit character without obscuring its freshness. The finish is long and unmistakably cherry-driven, lingering with velvety richness and measured warmth.
Quinta Do Vale Meao 2009/21 Douro
$196.9945% Touriga Nacional, 5% Touriga Franca, 5% Tinta Roriz
The nose is rich and intricate, revealing a plethora of aromatic nuances that are beautifully balanced. On the palate, the wine is vibrant and exudes great elegance, with a remarkable integration of oak and a diverse range of flavors. It concludes with a lingering and satisfyingly long aftertaste.
Villa Oeiras NV 7-Year-Old Carcavelos
$76.99Clear amber-topaz in colour, with peach, apricot and sweet orange joined by dried stone fruit, honeysuckle and gentle toasted nuts. The palate is smooth and generous, balancing caramel and almond richness with vibrant acidity and a faint coastal salinity. Velvety without becoming heavy, it finishes clean, persistent and quietly complex, with fruit and nuttiness in equal measure.
Ramos Pinto NV 30 Year Old Tawny Port
$180.99Amber with orange, garnet and subtle green highlights, opening on dried fruit, vanilla, cinnamon and cocoa. Fresh, fine and delicate on entry, the palate layers ripe dried fruit with almond and hazelnut. Graceful vanilla, warm spice and measured sweetness extend through the long, balanced and lingering finish.
Niepoort 2015 Late Bottled Vintage Port
$56.99Red cherry and sweet berry fruit lead with spice, dark chocolate and a touch of bark. The palate is concentrated and generous, with black cherry and ripe red fruit framed by fresh acidity and firm, well-shaped tannins. Earthy complexity and cocoa linger through the deep, composed finish.
Quinta do Portal 2007 Grande Reserva Douro
$71.99Powerful yet fresh, with plum, dried berries and dark blue fruit framed by cedar, graphite and mineral detail. The palate is dense and succulent, its generous fruit supported by firm, medium-grained tannins and bright acidity. Spice builds through a long, structured finish that still feels composed. Serve with braised beef, lamb, game or aged hard cheese.
Caves Sao Joao 1996 Dao Porta dos Cavaleiros
$127.99Still structured, with red fruit and vanilla set against an integrated tannic frame. The palate is light and mature, yet sound bottles retain good colour, a composed texture and a clean finish. Bottle variation is pronounced, with some examples appearing fresher than their age and others more fragile. Stand upright, open carefully and assess before deciding whether to decant.