750 mL
Fleury Cuvée 30 Ans de Biodynamie Extra Brut Champagne
Ripe orchard fruit and peach open with a gently oxidative, oak-shaped depth. The palate is full yet finely drawn, balancing mature fruit with chalky tension and a dry, energetic line. Extended lees ageing adds texture without blunting freshness, while the blend’s three varieties contribute breadth and lift. The finish is long, pure and savoury, leaving citrus, stone fruit and a quiet mineral impression.
Avennia 2016 Arnaut Boushey Vineyard Syrah 750 mL
Dark blackberry and blueberry open with grilled meat, crushed olive, black licorice, camphor and pen ink. Full-bodied and deeply concentrated, the palate remains balanced by bright acidity and sweet, fine tannins. Cracked black pepper, pan drippings, orange essence and hand-rubbed sage add savoury complexity. The finish is exceptionally long and nuanced, lingering on saline mineral notes, spice and dark fruit.
Prats & Symington 2016 Chryseia Douro 750 mL
Ripe blackcurrant, red plum and raspberry lead, layered with violet, dark chocolate, licorice and Earl Grey tea. The palate is full-bodied and polished, balancing generous dark fruit with lively acidity and fine-grained, velvety tannins. Pepper, graphite and earthy spice bring definition through the middle. The finish is long and fresh, carrying mocha, floral detail and measured structure.
Franz Haas 2022 Schweizer Pinot Nero Alto Adige 750 mL
Ripe cherry and wild berry notes open with pepper, leather and a cool savoury edge. The palate is elegant and finely structured, combining silky tannins with vivid red fruit and a harmonious, supple texture. Subtle spice adds depth through the middle without overt weight. The finish is long and composed, returning to cherry, berry fruit and gentle earthy detail with freshness and measured intensity.
Thierry Germain Domaine des Roches Neuves 2016 L’Echelier Blanc Saumur Chenin 750 mL
Lemon and grapefruit open with white peach, delicate florals and a touch of honeysuckle. The palate is straight and energetic, combining tangy fruit with notable aromatic depth and a clean, focused texture. Citrus freshness keeps the wine lifted while the fruit gains quiet concentration through the middle. The finish is rich yet precise, lingering on white peach, lemon, flowers and fine mineral detail.
Giovanni Rosso 2015 Barolo Serra 750 mL
Sour cherry, pomegranate and dark plum meet rose petal, balsamic, leather and a hint of menthol. The palate is bright and concentrated, with fresh acidity carrying the red fruit through a firm but refined structure. Fine, porcelain-like tannins add grip, while star anise, cinnamon and a quiet meaty note deepen the savoury side. The finish is long, mineral and persistent, with cherry and balsam returning.
Prats & Symington 2012 Chryseia Douro 750 mL
Currant and lifted dark fruit meet dried flowers, tobacco and a cool mineral note. The palate is concentrated yet supple, with fresh acidity giving the wine clarity and energy. Fine-grained tannins provide shape without heaviness, while savoury earth and a faint saline edge add detail through the long, focused finish. Decant before serving with roast lamb, braised beef, grilled mushrooms or firm aged cheese.
Domaine Nowack NV S.A. Sans Année Assemblage Extra Brut Champagne
Barons de Rothschild NV Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Exotic citrus and dried fruit lead into brioche, buttered pastry and roasted almond. The palate is clean and lemony, showing fine bubbles, measured richness and a precise, vertical shape. Roasted spice develops toward a warm, lightly saline finish, making it an elegant aperitif and a natural partner for shellfish, white fish or young cheeses.
Sette Ponti 2017 Orma Toscana IGT
Dark fruit leads an intense bouquet, with warm spice and herbal notes bringing lift and definition. The palate is deep, rich and dense, yet soft tannins and light acidity keep the generous fruit in balance through a long, refreshing finish. A polished match for marinated beef, salami or medium-aged cheese.
Au Bon Climat 2020 Isabelle Pinot Noir
Wild red and black berries open with tea leaf, underbrush and a subtle iodine note. The palate is light-bodied yet supple, carrying juicy fruit through fine tannins and a distinctly earthy line. Fragrance and freshness keep the wine lifted despite its savoury depth. The finish is long and composed, leaving berry fruit, dried herbs, forest floor and a quiet mineral trace.
Envínate 2021 Lousas Parcela Camiño Novo Ribeira Sacra
Rose petals and wild herbs open the nose, followed by dark bramble fruit, ripe stems and an earthy mix of woodland berries, wet leaves and porcini. The palate is juicy, rounded and beautifully balanced, with tangy acidity lifting peppery fruit. Elegant yet powerful, it stays energetic and nuanced through a long, complex and quietly mineral finish.
Domaine Etienne Sauzet 2019 Bourgogne Blanc
Fresh pear, crisp apple and lemon-lime open with a light floral lift. The palate is silky and gently rounded, but a clear mineral line and mouthwatering acidity keep the Chardonnay precise. Subtle citrus and orchard-fruit detail carry through a polished, refreshing finish. Pair with shellfish, roast poultry or a simple mushroom dish.
Champagne Guillaume Sergent 2017 Les Prés Dieu Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs 1er Cru
Fleury 2007 Cuvée Robert Fleury Extra Brut Champagne
Toasted brioche and red fruit rise first, joined by honey, ripe pear and a cool chalky note. The palate is rich but precise, carrying mature orchard fruit through fine bubbles and a firm extra-brut line. Depth from old vines is balanced by bright acidity, so the wine feels generous without heaviness. The finish is long and composed, leaving toast, pear, citrus and mineral freshness.
Lanson 2009 Gold Label Brut Champagne
Ripe apple, peach and citrus lead into brioche, almond and a light floral lift. The palate is dry and structured, with fine, persistent bubbles carrying apricot, honey and toasted nut detail. Bright acidity keeps the mature fruit precise, while a chalky mineral note extends the balanced, quietly savoury finish.
Famiglia Cotarella 2019 Montiano Merlot 750 mL
Black cherry, redcurrant and ripe plum meet sandalwood, cedar, balsamic herbs and a measured note of dark chocolate. The palate is full and concentrated, yet fresh acidity keeps the fruit energetic and clearly defined. Silky, polished tannins build a refined structure without heaviness, while rosemary, orange peel and gentle spice add lift. The finish is long, harmonious and savoury, with dark fruit returning.
Riecine 2020 La Gioia Toscana IGT 750 mL
Plum and balsamic notes open with fresh earth and stone, followed by mushroom, grilled meat and a gentle floral lift. The palate is generous and softly ripe, yet assertive acidity and tannin keep the fruit firmly in balance. A savoury, umami-rich middle gives way to a lightly astringent plum-skin note on the finish. Decant before serving with bistecca, braised beef, wild mushrooms or aged pecorino.
PlumpJack 2013 Syrah Napa Valley
Blackberry, mocha and liquorice open with bold, savoury depth. The palate layers smoky raspberry, grilled herbs and cracked pepper over a rich, structured frame. Ripe, generous tannins give the Syrah weight without hardening its edges, while balanced acidity keeps the dark fruit and spice focused through a long, confidently shaped finish.
Telmo Rodríguez 2019 Pegaso Arrebatacapas Cebreros
Cherry red and taut, with red berries, sweet spice and balsamic herbs drawing the nose into a cool, scrubland character. The palate is firmly structured yet energetic, its bright acidity lifting the fruit and keeping the savoury detail precise. Peppery spice and herbal freshness linger on the dry, focused finish.