750 mL
Julien Guillot 2019 Macon Rouge Selection Massale
High-toned yet deeply fruited, with plush blackberry, Southeast Asian spice and a distinct granitic note. The palate is energetic and transparent, pairing generous fruit with a bright core of acidity and an easy natural flow. Freshness keeps the wine vivid and composed, carrying savoury mineral detail through the clean, persistent finish.
Velenosi 2018 Ludi Offida Rosso DOCG
Deep ruby moving toward garnet at the rim, with a concentrated nose of ripe blackberry, blackcurrant and cherry, layered with licorice, graphite and a restrained balsamic note. Full and assured on the palate, it balances generous dark fruit with fine, rounded tannins. The finish is long, polished and distinctly fruit-led.
Albamar 2021 Albino Blanc de Noirs
Pear and wild strawberry meet tart cranberry, citrus peel and a touch of pepper. The palate is bone-dry and energetic, with bright acidity, pronounced minerality and a saline, gently bitter finish. This unusual blanc de noirs benefits from air and pairs well with grilled fish, shellfish or savoury rice dishes.
Albamar 2020 O Esteiro Tinto
Eucalyptus and pine needles lead a distinctive, savoury nose, with the blend's delicate fruit kept light and lifted. The palate is sharp, fresh and finely drawn, showing restraint rather than weight. Caiño, Espadeiro and Mencia give it an Atlantic edge, with herbal detail and bright acidity carrying the finish. Serve lightly cool with grilled sardines, charred vegetables, pork or mushroom dishes.
Foxtrot 2021 The Waltz Pinot Noir
Red cherry, wild raspberry and violet open with an earthy, gently savoury tone. The palate is medium-plus in body, carrying red and black cherry over a mineral core with hints of caramel, anise and fine spice. Fresh lift keeps the texture elegant, while herbal detail and quiet tobacco notes linger through a long, composed finish.
Maria Rigol Ordi 2016 Gran Reserva Brut Nature Cava
Stone fruit and dried apricot meet Mediterranean herbs and subtle balsamic tones. Long ageing brings hazelnut, cocoa, coffee and warm spice, while fine bubbles keep the broad palate composed. Vibrant acidity cuts through the mature, savoury richness, leaving a dry, powerful and exceptionally persistent finish.
Nichol 2022 Syrah Old Vines
Blackberry and Marasca cherry open with sage, liquorice, lilac and violet, while a stony mineral note gives the aroma extra definition. The palate is midweight yet deeply flavoured, driven by tart red-currant acidity and shaped by velvety, elegant tannins. Serious without feeling heavy, it is a refined match for roast lamb, grilled mushrooms, duck or pepper-crusted steak.
Lariana 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon
Blackcurrant and fig define a bold, richly fruited profile, carrying cleanly from nose to palate. The dark fruit is direct and generous, with enough depth to make the wine a natural partner at the table. Decant briefly and serve with roast beef, grilled lamb, braised short ribs, savoury mushrooms or firm aged cheese, letting the fruit open as the wine rests.
Fairview Cellars 2021 The Bear
Aromatically expressive and full-bodied, this dry red balances bold fruit with a generous, textured palate. Firm, drying tannins give it clear structure, while ripe dark fruit and savoury depth build through the mid-palate. Despite its scale, the wine remains composed and well balanced, finishing with confident weight and persistence.
Clement Lavallee 2022 Bourgogne Aligote Pariot
Bright, zippy and mineral-driven, with a clean line of acidity and a restrained, lightly textured palate. Native-yeast fermentation in stainless steel and neutral barrels preserves freshness while adding quiet depth. The style is precise rather than showy, making it a natural partner for oysters, grilled prawns, white fish, fresh cheeses, roast chicken or a simple plate of buttered vegetables.
Chateau Senejac 2019 Haut-Medoc
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.
Bischofliche Weinguter Trier 2020 Trittenheimer Apotheke Riesling Spatlese Feinherb
Passion fruit and yellow peach lead a bright, floral bouquet, followed by quince and a gentle note of honey. The palate balances subtle residual sweetness with clearly defined yet softly integrated acidity, finishing elegant and fresh rather than heavy. Serve well chilled with aromatic fish, lightly spiced Asian dishes, soft cheeses or dishes built around ginger and herbs.
De Martino 2018 Las Olvidadas País–San Francisco 750 mL
Red and wild berries lead with subtle floral detail and a measured layer of spice and herbs. The palate is medium-bodied and lively, balancing fresh acidity with tannins that feel velvety yet gently grippy. Mineral definition and savoury depth keep the fruit focused. Elegant with a rustic edge, it finishes long on red fruit, wild herbs, earth and lingering spice.
Alchemist 2021 Pinot Noir
A vibrant Pinot Noir with wild strawberry, raspberry and red cherry, joined by rose petal, subtle spice and a light forest-floor note. The palate is medium-bodied and supple, with silky tannins and bright acidity carrying the pure red fruit. Fresh and gently savoury on the finish, it remains polished and approachable while retaining the wine’s lively, perfumed character.
Real Companhia Velha NV Oiro da Cepa Port
Grosset 2016 Springvale Riesling
A pure and finely drawn Riesling, with lime and lemon leading into crisp apple and ripe pear. A chalky, limestone-like mineral character gives the palate shape, while bright acidity keeps the fruit pristine and energetic. Generous without losing precision, it carries through a long, clean finish with the balance to gain further depth in bottle. Excellent with oysters, white fish or lightly spiced dishes.
Hospitien 2003 Auslese Sss
The palate is richly mature and silky, with dried apricot, honey, orange peel and a gentle caramelised-nut character unfolding around the sweetness. Fresh acidity keeps the texture from feeling heavy and draws the wine toward a long, composed finish. Serve lightly chilled with blue cheese, fruit tart or almond-based desserts, or enjoy slowly on its own.
Benanti 2023 Etna Bianco
Pale and bright, with green-apple freshness, lemon oil and a light chamomile note. The palate is dry and finely cut, bringing white cherry and a touch of honey into vivid mineral acidity. A saline, gently smoky line carries the persistent finish. Poised rather than showy, it suits raw shellfish, grilled fish or simply chilled as an aperitif.
Messias 2013 Clássico Garrafeira Bairrada DOC
Intense ruby, with resin, cedar and a cool balsamic lift set against distinctly saline, iodine-like detail. The palate is firm and substantial, shaped by fresh Atlantic acidity, yet the texture remains composed rather than severe. Savoury oak, dark fruit and mineral tension carry through a long, structured and age-worthy finish.
Henricsson 2017 Premiere Pinot Noir
Cherry and earth open with a restrained forest-floor note. Medium-full in body, the palate brings black cherry fruit, lively acidity and a fine structural lift, balancing ripeness with a gently rustic edge. Silky tannins and quiet minerality keep the finish composed and persistent. Serve with duck, roast mushrooms, pork tenderloin or aged alpine cheese.