Bordeaux Blend
Bordeaux Blend
Springfield 2023 Thunderchild
South African Red
Blackcurrant, blueberry and blackberry lead, with black plum and a savoury note of smoked meat adding depth. The palate is broad and mouth-filling but remains balanced, shaped by soft tannins and a generous sweep of ripe fruit. A long, gently fruity finish keeps the style approachable. Serve with roast beef, lamb or grilled portobello mushrooms.
Black Hills 2021 Nota Bene
Canadian Red
Fresh red and black fruit lead a silky, finely handled palate. Dense, sweet tannins give the wine depth without sacrificing finesse, while earlier picking and restrained new oak preserve freshness and detail. The texture is polished, the structure firm but approachable, and the fruit remains clear through the finish. Decant briefly and serve with grilled beef, lamb or mushrooms.
Chateau Croix Mouton 2018 Bordeaux Superieur
French Red
Juicy raspberry and crushed blackberry lead, joined by fresh red fruit and a subtle touch of oak and cocoa. The palate is full but easy-moving, with ripe fruit, smooth texture and enough structure to stay composed. It finishes clean, savoury and ready to drink. A dependable match for burgers, roast beef, lamb chops or lentil stew.
Croix Mouton 2019 Bordeaux Superieur
French Red
Smoky plum and blackberry form a dense, dark-fruited core, with subtle spice, cocoa and liquorice adding savoury depth. Full and rounded on the palate, the mainly Merlot blend carries ripe fruit through tannins that are beginning to soften. The finish remains earthy and generous. Pair with braised beef, lamb or grilled mushrooms.
Echo Bay 2021 Synoptic
Canadian Red
Dark fruit comes first, followed by mineral and herbal detail that gives the wine a distinctly savoury edge. The tannins are polished yet still grippy, holding the fruit in a youthful, firmly structured frame. A lingering finish suggests useful cellar potential, though a generous decant will help now. Pair with roast lamb, grilled beef, braised mushrooms or firm aged cheese.
Blackbird Vineyards 2006 Illustration Proprietary Red Oak Knoll District
American Red
Black cherry leads with toffee, cocoa powder, iris and subtle leather. The palate is full-bodied and focused, bringing brambly berries, roasted meat, blackcurrant, coffee and tobacco into a rich, concentrated core. Persistent acidity keeps the texture composed, while sweet, velvety tannins carry the layered fruit and savoury detail through a long finish.
Chateau Le Doyenne 2019 Cadillac Cotes de Bordeaux
French Red
Spice and blackcurrant lead the nose, with a lightly earthy, savoury edge. The palate is medium-bodied and direct, centred on firm, dry structure and bright red-plum fruit. Juicy acidity lifts the wine through the finish, keeping its ripe fruit focused and giving the close a fresh, lightly herbal turn.
Château Langoa Barton 2019 Saint-Julien
French Red
Dense and layered, with blackberry and other dark berries framed by mild spice, liquorice and discreet toasted notes. The palate is sappy and well structured, combining crisp fruit with ripe, firm tannins, a silky core and convincing length. Balanced but still youthful, it benefits from about two hours in a decanter before serving with beef or lamb.
Château Montrose 2011 Saint-Estephe
French Red
Dark-fruited and classically structured, with blackcurrant, blackberry, plum and dark cherry joined by cedar, tobacco, licorice, fine herbs and damp earth. Full-bodied but controlled, the palate combines firm, well-integrated tannins with fresh acidity and a mineral-saline edge. The finish is spicy, savoury and persistent; decant before serving with beef, venison or slow-roasted lamb.
Opus One 2009 Napa Valley
American Red
Deep garnet and finely layered, with redcurrant, baked plum, dried blackberry and stewed cherry joined by dark chocolate, espresso and sweet spice. The palate is silky but substantial, carrying ripe fruit through polished tannins and a savoury mineral line. Balanced and persistent rather than heavy, it opens well with air and is an excellent partner for roast beef or lamb.
Château Léoville-Las Cases 1985 Saint-Julien
French Red
Mature and beautifully composed, with cassis, wild strawberry and dark fruit joined by cedar, tobacco, dark chocolate, dried berries, crushed stone and rose petal. Powerful yet sophisticated, the palate is vivid and harmonious, with velvety structure and a long, lingering finish. Decant carefully for about one hour and serve with roast beef, lamb or mushrooms.
Château Léoville-Las Cases 1994 Saint-Julien
French Red
Elegant and mature, with blackberry, cassis and ripe fruit set against earth, liquorice, discreet spice, vanilla and oak. Medium-bodied, the palate has refined acidity, balanced silky tannins and a measured, savoury finish that shows a lightly drying edge. Give it about two hours in a decanter and serve with simply roasted beef or lamb.
Château Latour 2005 Pauillac
French Red
Black currant and black olive anchor a deep, brooding bouquet, layered with cedar, walnut, graphite, bitumen and savoury spice. The palate is muscular and intensely concentrated, its grainy tannins and cedary oak carrying through a firm, mineral and chocolate-toned finish. Still youthful, it rewards patience; if opened now, decant for about three hours and serve with roast leg of lamb.
Château Lafite Rothschild 2000 Pauillac
French Red
Smoke, cigar wrapper, ripe plum and currant open into cedar, wet earth and warm spice. The palate is rich and full, combining deep concentration with bright red fruit, silky tannins and a measured dusty edge on the long, classic finish. Still poised for further development, it benefits from two to three hours in a decanter before serving with lamb or beef.
Château Palmer 2016 Margaux
French Red
Pure and expressive, with black cherry, cassis, blueberry and violet lifted by graphite, crushed stone, anise and subtle oak. Dense and concentrated but remarkably polished, the palate combines vibrant freshness with ripe tannins, savoury mineral detail and a long, poised finish. Still youthful, it benefits from about four hours in a decanter before serving with slow-cooked beef or lamb.
Angelus 2016
French Red
Black plum, blackberry and dark cherry rise from a deeply perfumed bouquet, joined by cedar, violet and a touch of bitter orange. The palate is rich yet energetic, with dense, refined tannins framing generous fruit and a fresh, dry core. Long and poised, it suits roast lamb, beef tenderloin or truffle dishes.
Château Cos d’Estournel 1986 Saint-Estèphe
French Red
Ripe plum, blackcurrant and blackberry meet liquorice, graphite and a smoky, toasted note. The palate is concentrated yet composed, with savoury depth, firm grainy tannins and mineral freshness holding the mature fruit in shape. Cedar and warm spice build through a long, refined finish that remains powerful without feeling heavy.
Château La Diligente 2020 Puisseguin-Saint-Émilion
French Red
Firm texture and a full-bodied frame accompany black fruit, spice and richness. The wine carries fourteen percent alcohol. The estate occupies eight hectares of clay-limestone soils, with Merlot joined by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Fruit is harvested by hand and vinified in stainless steel. Maturation uses a combination of tanks, new barrels and previously used barrels.
Anthonij Rupert 2020 Optima
South African Red
Fruitcake, cedar, cocoa and dried lavender define the bouquet. The palate is broad, fleshy, succulent, soft, rounded and silky, with spice, rich dark fruitcake and a lingering dry tail. Whole berries are double-sorted, then fermented dry on the skins and given extended post-fermentation maceration. Fermentation uses French oak and stainless steel, followed by malolactic fermentation and twenty months in French oak barrels, thirty percent new.
Chateau Patache d’Aux 1995 Medoc Cru Bourgeois
French Red
Ruby colour has a thin orange rim. Blueberry, violet and anise are present. The palate has fresh acidity, ripe tannins, sweet-and-sour character, forest floor and leather. Dark colour, spice, menthol, vanilla, black fruit and discreet tertiary notes are also present. Tannins are polished, and the finish is fresh. This red wine comes from the Medoc appellation in Bordeaux.
Ashes and Diamonds Rouge No. 3 Napa Valley MV
American Red
Dark cherry, cocoa and spice are present. The palate is round and rich, with a focused profile and firm tannic structure. Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are used. Fruit comes from vineyards across Napa Valley, ranging from thin, rugged soils to the richer soils of the valley floor. Multiple vintages are blended together. The style emphasizes structure rather than ripeness or alcohol.
La Croix de Beaucaillou 2010 Saint-Julien
French Wine
Dark cherry, boysenberry and cassis open with crushed violet, dark plum and a touch of date. The palate is rich and generous, with cigar box, pencil lead, iron and warm spice adding classical Left Bank detail. Firm, integrated tannins give the wine shape, while fresh acidity keeps the finish precise and persistent. Decant before serving with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck or mature cheese.
Dame de Montrose 2018 Saint-Estephe
French Wine
Bright, intense ruby with blueberry, blackcurrant and Morello cherry at the centre. Fig and dried fruit add depth, while integrated oak and delicate spice remain in the background. The palate is opulent yet refined, built around silky tannins and a clear, structured line. Dark fruit carries into a long, powerful finish. Decant and serve with roast beef, lamb, duck or earthy mushroom dishes.
Château Cheval Blanc 1989 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
French Wine
Blackberry, plum and cassis are layered with dark chocolate, mocha, tobacco and truffle. The palate is broad and savoury, with a velvety texture, softened tannins and enough freshness to keep the richness poised. Cedar, warm spice and a gentle earthy note emerge through the long finish. Stand the bottle upright before opening, decant carefully for sediment and serve with roast lamb, duck or porcini.
Château Cheval Blanc 1985 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
French Wine
Mature and expressive, with plum, black cherry and cassis opening into truffle, tobacco, cedar, dried flowers and warm baking spice. The palate is plush and sensuous, with softened tannins, gentle freshness and a long earthy finish. Its savoury complexity is now as prominent as the remaining fruit, so careful service matters. Stand the bottle upright before opening, decant gently for sediment and pair with roast lamb, duck or mushroom dishes.
Poplar Grove 2019 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Black plum and Morello cherry open with cassis, dried herbs and polished oak. The palate is dense and firmly held, balancing dark fruit, tenacious grip and a fresh, supple line that keeps the structure lively. Savoury spice and fine tannins carry the persistent finish. Decant generously and pair with roast beef, lamb, venison or grilled mushrooms.
Poplar Grove 2018 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Dark fruit and cassis lead into cedar, dried herbs and a restrained savoury note. Dense and firmly gripped, the palate still carries Okanagan freshness and supple fruit beneath its Bordeaux-inspired structure. Fine tannins extend the long, composed finish. Decant for an hour and serve with grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs or a mushroom pie.
Poplar Grove 2019 Benchmark Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Juicy red fruit and sweet vanilla open with blackberry, dark plum and a touch of warm spice. Rich and well balanced on the palate, it carries generous fruit over soft tannins and a clean structural line. The long finish remains composed rather than heavy. Serve with grilled steak, braised pork, roast squash or a savoury mushroom tart.
Poplar Grove 2018 Benchmark Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Violet, black currant and ripe blackberry give the nose a dark, floral lift. The palate is plush but balanced, with juicy fruit, measured acidity and fine tannins providing shape. A trace of vanilla and savoury spice follows into the smooth, persistent finish. Decant for half an hour and pair with roast beef, lamb chops, charred eggplant or hard cheese.
Poplar Grove 2017 Benchmark Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Sweet molasses, vanilla and smoky flint introduce dark plum, blackberry and warm spice. The palate is concentrated yet composed, with ripe fruit framed by steady acidity and a firm line of tannin. Smoke and dark fruit return on the persistent finish. Give it some air and serve with braised beef, lamb shoulder, grilled peppers or aged cheddar.