Portugal
Rocim 2021 Fresh From Amphora Nat’Cool Red 1 L
Light ruby in colour, with fragrant cherry, pomegranate and rose over earthy, savoury notes. The palate is dry, delicate and gently textured, with bright acidity keeping the fruit lively. Traditional clay-vessel ageing adds a subtle rustic edge without weighing down the wine, and the finish stays easygoing. Serve lightly chilled with pizza, grilled sausages, roast vegetables or tandoori chicken.
Vale dos Ares 2017 Alvarinho Vinho Verde
Rich tropical fruit arrives first, with honeyed citrus, peach and apricot adding depth without sacrificing freshness. The palate is smooth and mouth-filling, but a bright mineral line keeps the generous fruit focused. Dry and lightly tart through the finish, it closes cleanly with lingering stone fruit and citrus.
Herdade do Rocim 2022 Fresh From Amphora Nat’Cool Branco
Niepoort 2021 Nat’Cool Branco 1L
Hazy and gently spritzy, with yellow apple, pear skin and apricot skin leading a bright, lightly rustic profile. The palate is slim and softly fuzzy, lifted by lively acidity and a subtle line of spice. Serve briskly chilled and share freely; it is a natural fit for shellfish, salty snacks, fresh cheeses or simple vegetable dishes.
Rocim 2021 Alicante Bouschet
A concentrated Alicante Bouschet with black fruit, mineral notes and restrained barrel spice. The palate is full and structured, with firm tannins balanced by fresh acidity and a dark-fruited core. Harmonious rather than heavy through the finish, it is well matched with grilled beef, braised lamb, mushrooms or hearty dishes with smoky, savoury flavours.
Messias NV 10-Year-Old Dry White Port
Vanilla and warm spice lead with a floral lift and hints of nutmeg. The palate is dry and golden, combining subtle oak with caramel, dried apricot and lively acidity. Fine wood ageing brings depth without heaviness, carrying honeyed fruit and gentle spice through a long, poised and refreshing finish.
CARM 2016 Douro Reserva
Very fresh and intense on the nose, with wild black berries, black cherry and a measured thread of liquorice, framed by subtle oak. Concentrated and warm on the palate, with firm tannins set into a smooth texture and enough freshness to keep the generous fruit composed. The finish is long, persistent and distinctly powerful.
Bojador 2019 Vinho de Talha Branco
Poças 2009 Late Bottled Vintage Port
Blackberry jam and cassis lead with dried fig, raisin and a gentle savoury warmth. Full-bodied and sweet, the palate is rounded and balanced, carrying ripe dark fruit without losing definition. Chocolate, spice and a measured fortified richness extend through the smooth, graceful and persistent finish.
Ilha do Pico 2022 Terras de Lava Branco
Energetic and savoury, with a taut line of acidity and pronounced salinity defining the palate. Arinto dos Acores provides the core, supported by Fernao Pires, Verdejo and Moscatel for a layered, maritime profile. Clean and focused through the finish, it is a natural fit with oysters, shellfish, grilled fish or simply dressed vegetables.
Ramos Pinto NV Adriano White Reserva Port
Pale gold and intensely aromatic, with ripe golden fruit, tropical notes and crystallized orange lifted by gentle spice. Full-bodied and luscious, the palate has mature richness without losing balance. A clean line of freshness gives the generous fruit definition, carrying the wine through a long, polished and quietly complex finish.
Messias NV 10-Year-Old Tawny Port
Raisin, dried fig and dates open with toasted nuts, caramel and dark spice. The palate is full and velvety, balancing mellow sweetness with enough acidity to remain fresh and composed. Walnut, marmalade and integrated oak deepen the long, smooth finish without obscuring the wine's lifted dried-fruit character.
Vasques de Carvalho 2015 Oxum Tinto
Generous ripe fruit leads a warm, open profile, with an elegant texture and supple, gently rounded tannins. The palate is smooth and approachable, carrying its fruit clearly without feeling heavy. A soft, composed finish makes this an easy table red. Serve with braised beef, roast lamb, game or slow-cooked stews.
Alvaro Castro 2016 Dão Reserva
Ripe dark and red fruit meet fine wood spice in an intense but polished aromatic profile. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with smooth, well-integrated tannins supporting generous fruit without becoming heavy. Elegant and appealing through the middle, it closes with savoury detail, measured oak and a long, balanced finish.
Julia Kemper 2012 Aragonez Dão DOC
Deep ruby with wild blackberry at the centre, edged by gentle spice and a cool, resinous hint of pine. The palate is dry and velvety, with fine-grained tannins keeping the ripe fruit composed. Elegant rather than forceful, it carries fresh acidity and a delicate savoury line into a clean, quietly persistent finish.
Niepoort 2015 Late Bottled Vintage Port
Luis Pato 2017 Vinhas Velhas Tinto
Per Se Portuguese Aperitivo
Bright warm orange in colour, with cardamom, fresh orange peel, allspice and gentian shaping a fragrant botanical aroma. The palate is light and gently sweet, carrying citrus freshness through a delicate thread of bitterness. Its layered herbal character remains polished and easygoing rather than dense. The finish is clean, softly bittersweet and refreshing. Serve over ice with tonic and orange zest, or use as the base for a spritz.