Petit Verdot
Petit Verdot
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.
Clos du Val 2021 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Cranberry, red plum and cherry open with cassis, lavender and savoury touches of thyme and sage. The palate is medium to full-bodied yet fresh, framed by fine-grained, supple tannins and balanced acidity. A quiet mocha note adds depth without obscuring the fruit, and the finish is long, smooth and focused. Decant briefly and serve with grilled beef, lamb chops or roasted mushrooms.
Ornellaia 2021 Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 3L
Italian Red
Black cherry, ripe plum and blackberry are layered with pink pepper, graphite and cocoa. The palate is generous and supple, with vibrant acidity and fine-grained tannins keeping the dark fruit precise. Cypress berry, exotic spice and restrained oak add savoury detail through the long finish. Decant generously and serve with roast beef, lamb, venison or aged Pecorino.
Darioush 2021 Darius II Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Black cherry and cassis are layered with violets, toasted thyme and bay leaf. The palate is generous and richly textured, with ripe dark fruit, firm Cabernet structure and a polished cocoa-powder feel. Liquorice, espresso, graphite and Tahitian vanilla add depth without masking the fruit. Decant generously and serve with roast beef, lamb, grilled ribeye or slow-braised short ribs.
Dominus Estate 2016 Napa Valley Red
American Red
Black cherry and forest berries are layered with graphite, juniper and truffle. The palate is full-bodied and tightly woven, with dark fruit, firm tannins and an earthy mineral line giving the wine clear structure. Charcoal, tobacco, lavender and dark chocolate add savoury depth as it opens. Decant generously and serve with roast beef, lamb, venison or slow-braised short ribs.
Ornellaia 2021 Bolgheri Superiore 1.5L
Italian Red
Blackberry and dark plum are layered with Mediterranean herbs, cypress berry and a subtle balsamic note. The palate is rich and concentrated, but dense tannins are matched by precision and freshness, keeping the fruit defined through a long, vibrant finish. Savoury herbs and dark spice add complexity without heaviness. Decant generously and serve with roast beef, lamb, venison or aged Pecorino.
Opus One 2003 Napa Valley
American Red
Blackberry, plum and dried cherry open into hazelnut, graphite, cocoa and a subtle olive note. The palate is broad yet balanced, with supple tannins and savoury herbal detail beneath the dark fruit. Dark chocolate and black liquorice linger on the finish, giving the wine a composed, mature profile. Decant carefully and serve with roast beef, lamb, braised short ribs or grilled mushrooms.
Tenuta Argentiera 2020 Villa Donoratico 12 L
Italian Red
Blackberry, blueberry and black plum are framed by tobacco, smoked cedar, dark chocolate and warm spice. The palate is generous but well shaped, with polished tannins and enough freshness to carry the ripe fruit. Twelve months in large French and Austrian oak brings structure rather than overt sweetness, followed by six months in bottle. Serve with grilled ribeye, braised beef, roast lamb or aged Pecorino.
OVID Napa Valley 2016 Experiment C4.6
American Red
Blackcurrant, blackberry and black cherry lead, with cedar, graphite, violet and dark spice adding detail. The palate is rich and powerful, yet complete and composed, its concentrated fruit framed by polished tannins and a long mineral finish. Decant and pair with roast lamb, braised beef or aged hard cheese.
Amalaya 2024 Salta Malbec
Argentinian Red
Ripe raspberry and cherry lead, with violet, gentle spice and a touch of cocoa adding lift and depth. The palate is fresh and generous rather than heavy, framed by soft, rounded tannins and a smooth, lingering finish. Its balance of bright fruit and savoury warmth makes it an easy fit for grilled meats or vegetable dishes.
Château Moulin-Borie 2015 Listrac-Médoc
French Red
An elegant Listrac-Médoc with blackcurrant, blackberry and dark cherry, accented by subtle cedar and spice. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with refined tannins and balanced acidity shaping the dark fruit without hardening it. Long and savoury through the finish, it is well matched with roast beef, lamb, mushrooms or mature hard cheese.
Château Haut-Bailly 2019 Pessac-Léognan
French Red
A refined Cabernet-led Pessac-Léognan with cassis, black cherry and plum, layered with violet, tobacco, cedar, graphite and crushed stone. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, yet sleek and composed, with fine tannins and fresh acidity carrying the fruit into a persistent mineral finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, lamb or duck.
Château Laronde Desormes 2014 Bordeaux Supérieur
French Red
A mature Bordeaux blend with dried dark fruit, cedar and leather, shaped by dusty tannins and firm acidity. The palate is dry and savoury, showing restrained fruit and a graphite-like mineral line rather than overt richness. Clean and composed on the finish, it is well suited to roast beef, lamb, mushrooms or other quietly earthy dishes.
Phantom Creek Estates 2022 Rosé
Canadian Rosé
Château Brown 2020 Pessac-Léognan
French Red
Blackcurrant, blackberry and plum lead with cedar and a quiet earthy note. The palate is rich but polished, carrying ripe dark fruit over velvety tannins and a fresh savoury line. Light iron, red tea and restrained toast add detail without masking the fruit. The finish is refined and persistent, leaving cassis, earth, cedar and fine tannins.
Château de Pez 2014 Saint-Estèphe
French Red
Red and black fruit open with spice, cedar and a cool graphite note. The palate is medium-full and structured, carrying blackcurrant, plum and ripe strawberry through fine, present tannins. Toasted oak and black pepper add depth, while earthy herbs and tobacco emerge with air. The finish is long and savoury, leaving cassis, pencil lead, leather and a balanced mineral grip.
Château Sénéjac 2019 Haut-Médoc
French Red
Smoky blackberry and cassis lead, with pencil shavings, loamy earth and a light coffee note adding savoury detail. The palate is lively and medium to full-bodied, balancing juicy dark fruit with fine, steadily building tannins. Bright and charming rather than heavy, it closes on a saline, mouthwatering finish.
Kettle Valley Caboose Red
Canadian Dessert
Plum pudding, black cherry and dark chocolate shape a rich, generous profile, with vanilla and layered oak adding warmth. The palate is full and velvety, balancing concentrated dark fruit with the lift expected of a well-made fortified red. A long, warming finish carries cocoa, plum and polished spice without becoming overly sweet.
Road 13 2020 John Oliver Selection 5th Element
Canadian Red
Lush, macerated dark fruit fills the palate, framed by desert scrub and generous oak. French and American barrels bring broad spice and polish, while firm structure keeps the richness in line. Built from six red varieties, this is muscular and still youthful, with a brooding character that will continue to knit together with time in bottle.
Montes 2018 Purple Angel Carménère
Chilean Red
Blackberry, ripe blueberry and plum lead with cassis and a light dried-herb note. The palate is silky yet structured, layering cooked cherry and candied fruit with cocoa, clove and restrained smoke. Freshness keeps the dark fruit precise through the middle. The finish is long and spicy, leaving polished tannins, black fruit, dark chocolate and gentle savoury depth.
Montes Alpha M 2016
Chilean Red
Liquorice and dark cherry lead with cassis, sweet chestnut and nutmeg. The palate is concentrated but polished, layering ripe red and black fruit with tobacco, leather and dark chocolate. Red and black pepper bring definition while toasted oak stays integrated. The finish is long and composed, leaving blackcurrant, warm spice, fine tannins and a savoury echo.
Chateau Talbot 2012 Saint-Julien
French Red
Cassis, blackcurrant and red currant lead a polished aroma, joined by plum, roasted herbs and a restrained tarry note. The palate is juicy and rounded, with soft tannins, fresh acidity and a medium-bodied sense of balance. Cedar, liquorice and spice add savoury depth. The finish is persistent and composed, leaving dark berries, dried herbs and gentle mineral lift.
Springfield Estate 2018 The Work of Time
South African Red
Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot form a classic red blend, fermented with native yeasts and given extended time in oak and bottle. Bitter chocolate, cigar box and forest floor sit beside rich fruit, while smooth tannins carry the palate. Two years of barrel maturation and four years of bottle ageing shape its layered, mature profile.
Château Larrivaux 2019 Haut-Médoc
French Red
A structured Haut-Médoc with intense blackcurrant and bramble aromas, followed by dark cherry and a light leather note. Parma violet brings an aromatic lift to the palate, while ripe tannins give the fruit shape and persistence. Balanced and savoury through the finish, it is a natural partner for roast beef, lamb, mushrooms or aged hard cheese.
Continuum Estate 2017 Proprietary Red
American Red
Rose petal and wild herbs lift black cherry, brambleberry and red plum. The palate is plush and silky, layered with cacao, crushed-stone minerality and a savoury hint of tapenade. Fine tannins carry the fruit into a bright, persistent finish. Decant before serving and pair with roast lamb, grilled beef or aged cheddar.
Continuum Estate 2016
American Red
Citrus blossom and rose petal aromas bring immediate vibrancy, followed by cassis, dark fruit, bergamot and dried wild herbs. The palate builds in power and richness, with cigar box and leather adding depth. Graphite and earthy minerality provide sinewy balance through the close. Decant and serve with roast beef or lamb.
Eisele Vineyard 2016 Altagracia Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
American Red
Rose petal and sandalwood open with dark cherry, blackberry, liquorice and tobacco. The palate is generous and ample, with sweet, racy tannins shaping black fruit, cassis and wild blueberry. Cinnamon, clove, violet and dusty earth add complexity, while iron-like mineral detail carries the long, perfumed finish with elegance and restraint.
OVID Napa Valley 2016 Red Wine
American Red
Mulberry, crushed raspberry and black cherry open with liquorice, forest floor, mocha and lifted spice. The palate is dense and powerful yet remarkably poised, combining ripe black fruit with fresh acidity and firm, grainy tannins. Leather, menthol and mineral detail gather through a long, layered finish. Decant before serving with rib steak, braised beef or roast lamb.
Painted Rock 2021 Red Icon
Canadian Red
Black cherry, blackberry, plum and blueberry lead a layered, concentrated profile, with blackcurrant, spice and chocolate adding depth. The palate is firm but polished, showing composed tannins and enough freshness to keep the dark fruit in focus. Decant if serving now, particularly alongside roast beef, lamb or grilled mushrooms.
Cassini Cellars 2018 Maximus Red
Canadian Red
Cassis and black currant lead, joined by black pepper, dark berries, vanilla, cocoa and tobacco. Full-bodied and generous, the palate layers blackberry, raspberry and black cherry with measured oak and warm spice. Soft tannins keep the structure polished, carrying concentrated fruit and savoury detail through a long, silky and composed finish.