750 mL
Domaine Joseph Burrier 2017 Chiroubles Saint Roch
Deep ruby and lifted, opening with ripe cherry, blackberry and redcurrant over a subtle peppery spice. The palate is supple and finely shaped, balancing juicy Gamay fruit with bright freshness and a gentle savoury edge. Silky tannins carry a long, poised finish. Serve lightly cool with roast chicken, charcuterie or mushroom dishes.
Mönchhof 2016 Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Kabinett
Averaen 2022 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley
Dark cherry and strawberry meet earth, cracked pepper and a quiet thread of vanilla. Medium-bodied with fine tannins, the palate combines ripe fruit with fresh acidity and a gently plush texture. Tea, clove and anise add savoury complexity through the finish. Pair with duck, roast chicken, salmon or mushroom dishes.
Claude Lafond 2023 Gris Rose La Grande Piece
Pale and delicately salmon-hued, with fresh red berries, citrus and a subtle mineral lift. The palate is fine-boned and refreshing, balancing gentle roundness with lively acidity and a clean, persistent finish. Made entirely from Pinot Gris in Reuilly, it is a polished, understated rose rather than an overtly fruity one. Serve well chilled with grilled fish, charcuterie, summer salads or fresh goat cheese.
Vaudon Pineau des Charentes Blanc
Golden amber in the glass, with a rich, rounded bouquet of dried fig, vine blossom and vanilla. Floral notes, honeyed sweetness and almond shape the smooth palate, while a gentle freshness keeps the finish balanced and composed. Serve well chilled as an aperitif, with fruit-based desserts or alongside blue cheese.
Le Cecche 2019 Nebbiolo d’Alba
Blueberry leads a firm, classically styled profile, with a refined edge emerging once the wine has had time to breathe. The palate is dry and distinctly tannic, showing more restraint than richness. Decant briefly to let the structure settle, then serve with braised beef, lamb, mushroom ragu or aged hard cheese, where its grip will feel most at home.
Hospitien 2016 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Kabinett
Showing graceful development while retaining plenty of life, this finely balanced Riesling brings honeydew melon, white peach and yellow pear into focus. Bright citrus zest cuts through the ripe fruit, while a gentle slate-like savouriness keeps the palate composed. The finish is clean, lifted and persistent, making it a natural match for smoked trout, roast pork or lightly spiced dishes.
Il Borro 2019 Il Borrigiano Valdarno di Sopra DOC
Lively ruby with purple reflections, opening on fresh cherry and other red fruit. Ginger and white pepper add lift and aromatic definition. The palate is bright and harmonious, with refreshing acidity and elegant, rounded tannins. A clean, fruit-led finish keeps the wine energetic and especially easy to place at the table.
Carlo Revello & Figli 2022 Langhe Nebbiolo
Sour cherry and blood orange set a bright, savoury tone, with rose hip and light spice adding aromatic detail. The interplay of tart red fruit, citrus and gently floral accents gives the wine a poised, food-friendly character without feeling ornate. Serve slightly below room temperature with mushroom risotto, roast chicken, tomato-braised dishes or a simple plate of cured meats and firm cheese.
Zenato 2021 Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore
Blackberry and blackcurrant lead a generous, dark-fruited nose, layered with cracked pepper, warm spice and a subtle leather note. The palate is smooth and enveloping, with fresh acidity keeping the richness balanced and savoury. Polished texture and a long, layered finish make it a confident match for braised meat, mushroom dishes or firm cheese.
Cordero di Montezemolo 2021 Dolcetto d’Alba
Cherry and raspberry lead an aromatic, garnet-hued red, with wild herbs, minerality and brown spice adding savoury complexity. The palate is balanced and elegant, combining lively acidity with supple tannins and a gentle floral note. Fresh and inviting through the finish, it suits salumi, pasta, braised beef or roast game.
Tunella 2020 Pinot Nero Friuli Colli Orientali DOC
Intense ruby in the glass, opening with fragrant raspberry, strawberry and wild berries, followed by a light herbal lift. Dry and medium-bodied, the palate is fresh, supple and gently aromatic, with soft texture and a subtle savoury-bitter note adding definition. Bright red fruit carries cleanly through the poised, easy-flowing finish.
Gros & Tollot 2018 La CinsO
Ruby red with a youthful purple edge, opening on rose petal, raspberry, plum and warm spice. The palate has good substance and ripe fruit, shaped by a rounded texture and polished tannins. Freshness keeps the profile lively and precise, leading to a long, refined finish with generous red-fruit flavour and easy drinkability.
La Rivolta 2021 Greco Sannio Taburno
Golden apple, quince and pomelo lead, with white flowers and tuberose bringing an aromatic lift. Silky in texture, the palate remains taut and refreshing, while crushed-limestone minerality gives the finish quiet definition. A subtle bitter-almond edge adds length and savoury complexity. Serve with shellfish, grilled fish, fresh mozzarella or light poultry dishes.
Cordero di Montezemolo 2024 Langhe Arneis
Apricot and soft floral notes lead a bright straw-coloured white with a clean, dry profile. The palate is crisp and straightforward, with enough freshness to keep the finish lively and precise. Easy to enjoy but neatly composed, it works well as an aperitif or with antipasti, grilled fish and simply dressed vegetables.
Ossian 2018 Quintaluna Verdejo
Waxy apple and melon meet white pepper, hot stone and delicate white flowers. The palate is vibrant and refined, with peach, lemon and mandarin carried by bright acidity and a clear mineral line. Rounded texture adds generosity without dulling the freshness, while almond and ripe fruit linger on the clean finish.
Bodegas Itsasmendi 2019 Itsasmendi 7 Txakoli
Floral aromas, talcum powder and lemon zest lead into ripe white fruit and a cool mineral note. Broad and gently unctuous on the palate, it balances concentrated flavour with crisp, driving acidity. Grapefruit, quince and subtle herbal detail carry the structured, persistent finish. Serve with grilled fish, salt cod or savoury rice dishes.
Martin Ray 2021 Concrete Dutton Ranch Chardonnay Russian River Valley
Jonagold apple and Bartlett pear lead, with honeycomb, quince and a fresh squeeze of lemon adding detail. Bright acidity keeps the weighty mid-palate focused, while citrus and bergamot bring lift and aromatic clarity. Clean and linear through the finish, the Chardonnay balances ripe orchard fruit with freshness and a fine mineral edge.
Gustave Lorentz NV Crémant d’Alsace Brut
Tirriddis NV House Rosé Brut
Brilliant pink with a lively stream of fine bubbles. Crunchy red berries and ripe strawberry lead, followed by a gentle shortcake note from lees ageing. The palate is light but expressive, balancing juicy fruit with bright acidity and a clean mineral edge. Fresh and dry through the finish, it remains poised, vivid and easy to return to.