Veneto
Tommasi 2009 De Buris Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC Riserva
$419.99Bright, deep ruby with a taut, finely drawn nose of sour and sweet black cherry, evolving toward spice and cocoa bean. The palate is concentrated yet never heavy, delivering high-toned, vibrant fruit over a delicately velvety texture. Poised and harmonious, it closes with remarkable persistence and a long, polished finish.
Dal Forno Romano Vigna Sere Recioto 2004
$339.99Intense black cherry and kirsch lead a concentrated aroma, joined by violet, clementine and blackcurrant jam. Mint, chocolate and Christmas-cake spice add depth, while charred cedar and prune bring a darker savoury edge. The palate is powerful but sharply defined, its sweetness held by freshness and structure. The finish is polished and persistent, leaving dark fruit, cocoa, spice and aromatic lift.
Poli 2006 Grappa di Sassicaia
$229.99Elegant fruit and herbal aromas lead a finely structured profile, with polished oak bringing toast and vanilla into focus. The palate is dry, complex and composed, layering grape skin, subtle spice and savoury warmth over a firm core. Cocoa, coffee and liquorice add darker depth. The finish is persistent and refined, returning to vanilla, herbs and gently roasted notes.
Inama 2003 Oracolo Veneto Rosso IGT
$214.99Deep and nearly opaque in colour, with an explosive nose of black fruit, cherry, exotic spice and vanilla. The palate is powerful and concentrated, balancing firm but fine tannins with focused acidity. Rich fruit and savoury spice build through a polished finish, suggesting both depth and substantial ageing potential.
Zenato 2013 Sergio Zenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva
$157.99Deep cherry, Marasca cherry and small dark berries lead with warm spice and a quietly savoury undertone. Full-bodied and intense, the palate remains graceful, with concentrated fruit framed by measured freshness and supple structure. The blend’s richness builds gradually, carrying dried-fruit depth and spice through a long, composed finish suited to braised beef or aged cheese.
De Stefani 2011 Stèfen 1624 Refrontolo Colli di Conegliano DOCG
$137.99Dried fruit and raisin lead the nose, joined by blackberry, cherry preserve and cedar. The palate is full and juicy, with chocolate and tobacco bringing savoury depth. Ripe tannins shape the generous texture while balanced freshness keeps the richness composed, carrying dark fruit and warm spice through a persistent finish.
De Stefani 2010 Raboso
$99.99Intense ruby in colour, with cherry, raspberry and delicate floral notes opening the bouquet. The palate is dry and full, with bright acidity giving the fruit definition and a firm, complete structure carrying the finish. Several months on lees in barrel add measured texture without obscuring freshness. Serve with salami, braised pork, hearty stews or firm aged cheeses.
Zenato 2018 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
$97.99Intense garnet colour introduces black cherry, brandied marasca cherry, dried fig and plum, with cocoa and sweet spice adding depth. The palate is lush and velvety, its generous sweetness balanced by freshness and soft tannins. Dark fruit and spice remain poised through the long finish. Pair with blue cheese, panettone or dark chocolate.
Zenato 2020 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
$91.99Dried black cherry and cassis open an intense, aromatic nose, followed by truffle and dark chocolate. The palate is silky and luscious, with concentrated fruit carried by ripe tannins and enough freshness to keep the richness composed. Complex and lingering, it closes on savoury cocoa and spice and suits slow-braised beef, game or mature cheese.
Tenuta Santa Maria di Gaetano Bertani 2011 Decima Aurea Merlot 750 mL
$84.99Ripe red plum and wild berry meet pine needle, toasted hazelnut and a savoury, earthy maturity. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with resolved tannins framing mossy fruit, olive, tobacco and a light mushroom note. Coffee, cocoa and liquorice add depth without overwhelming the fruit. It finishes dry and settled, carrying mature berry, earth and gentle spice through a measured close.
Italo Cescon 2018 Tesirare In Sé Manzoni Bianco Vendemmia Tardiva
$81.99Dates, chestnut and dried apricot lead a concentrated aroma, joined by candied orange and chestnut honey. The palate is enveloping and persistent, with generous sweetness, warm spice and fine tannins bringing shape to the finish. Rich but composed, it pairs naturally with aged cheese, almond pastries or savoury biscuits.
Tenuta Santa Maria di Gaetano Bertani 2018 Torre Pieve Chardonnay 750 mL
$74.99White flowers and warm stone lead into pineapple, citrus and ripe orchard fruit. The palate is broad and creamy, with vanilla, hazelnut and a light buttery note held in check by balanced acidity and a savoury mineral edge. The texture is refined rather than heavy, allowing the fruit to remain clear. It finishes harmoniously, with citrus, nut and gentle oak lingering through a composed close.
Le Ragose 2014 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
$71.99Black cherry and blackcurrant lead a dense, dark-fruited nose, followed by wild berries, dark chocolate and cardamom. The palate is lush and concentrated, yet freshness keeps the sweetness composed. Coffee-bean and gentle savoury notes add depth to a long, harmonious finish. Serve lightly chilled with blue cheese, chocolate cake or hazelnut pastries.
Giuseppe Campagnola 2017 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG
$69.99Intense ruby with a violet edge, opening on black plum, blueberry compote and dark chocolate. Baking spice, resin and leather add savoury depth. The palate is full-bodied and generous, with firm tannins balanced by fresh acidity, carrying ripe dark fruit and warm spice through a long, composed finish.
Col Vetoraz Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut
$63.99Fine, persistent bubbles carry rose, citrus blossom and acacia over white peach, pear and crisp apple. The palate is dry and refreshing, with a creamy mousse balanced by lively lemon, gentle herbs and a subtle saline mineral note. Bright and focused through the finish, it is a natural aperitif or partner for seafood.
Poli Super Taurus Bitter Veneto
$62.99Red-orange zest leads an intense, citrus-driven aroma, framed by gentian, liquorice root and warming spice. The palate is firm and bittersweet, with natural peel oils bringing brightness while bitter herbs add depth and grip. A measured sweetness rounds the texture without blunting its aperitif character. The finish is long, herbal and clean. Serve over ice with orange peel, lengthen with soda, or use in a Negroni-style cocktail.
Monte dall’Ora Vino Nato Disobbediente
$58.99Bright red cherry and fresh red fruit lead, with black pepper adding a savoury lift. Light-bodied and brisk, the palate is carried by lively acidity and a gently rustic texture. A clean, juicy finish keeps this cement-raised red energetic and highly drinkable, especially with a light chill.
Il Roccolo di Monticelli Cinciallegra Frizzante
$51.99Ripe pear and white flowers open with fresh citrus, almond and a lightly herbal note. Lively bubbles lift the palate, where bright acidity balances a gently cloudy, textural feel and subtle skin-contact grip. Dry and energetic, it closes with savoury yeast, citrus peel and a clean mineral edge.