750 mL
Von Buhl 2009 Forster Jesuitengarten Riesling Spatlese
White flowers and chalk lead the aroma, followed by ripe peach, pear and a light touch of honeysuckle. The palate is gently sweet yet carried by clear mineral freshness, keeping the fruit precise rather than heavy. Peach and pear broaden through the middle, while the chalky line brings definition. The finish remains floral and lightly honeyed, with a clean, balanced sense of sweetness.
Domaine Raspail-Ay 2022 Gigondas
Mark Haisma 2023 Bourgogne Aligoté
Meyer lemon, nectarine and honeysuckle open with a cool, stony lift. The palate is refined and textural, carrying ripe citrus and orchard fruit through a clean mineral frame. There is enough breadth to feel generous, but the finish remains composed, precise and quietly energetic. A polished white for shellfish, roast chicken or firm Alpine cheese.
De Martino 2020 La Cancha Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Dark cassis opens with balsam, eucalyptus and a measured herbal lift. The palate is firm and characterful, with sinewy tannins shaping concentrated dark fruit without excess weight. Cocoa and tobacco add savoury depth, while fresh green herbs keep the profile defined. Structured yet composed, it closes with lingering cassis, dark chocolate, tobacco and a cool herbal edge.
Sons of Vancouver No. 82 Amaretto 750 mL
Bitter almond leads a rich, fragrant aroma, joined by vanilla bean and bright orange oil. The palate is rounded and layered, with demerara sugar and honey providing depth rather than simple sweetness. Citrus keeps the texture lively, while the almond character remains clear through the middle. The finish is smooth, warming and gently bittersweet. Serve over ice, in an Amaretto Sour, or as a measured sweetener in an Old Fashioned.
Chateau du Hureau 2018 Saumur-Champigny Les Fevettes
Rich red-cherry in colour, with refined fruit, mulberry, dusky plum, perfumed cassis and dried violet on the nose. The palate is well balanced and seriously structured, combining red and black fruit with warm spice and savoury depth. Silky, fine-grained tannins shape the wine before a smooth, precise and very long finish.
Gilbert Picq 2022 Chablis
Granny Smith apple and lime open over flinty seashell and wet-stone notes. Raised in stainless steel, the palate is taut, linear and finely balanced, with bitter lemon adding bright tension through the centre. Crisp acidity and quiet mineral depth lead to a refreshing, lightly spicy finish that lingers cleanly.
Castellare di Castellina 2018 Vin Santo San Niccolò
Donnafugata Ben Ryé Passito di Pantelleria
Rust 2020 Solus
Dense black cherry and blackberry meet espresso, dark chocolate and toasted cedar in a compact, full-bodied red. Chewy tannins frame the concentrated fruit, while a firm cocoa bitterness keeps the finish savoury and composed. Structured and cellar-worthy, it benefits from air and suits deeply flavoured beef or mushroom dishes.
Niepoort 2015 Redoma Douro
Dark cherry, plum and blackberry meet violet, dried herbs and a cool mineral note. The palate is structured and energetic, with fine tannins carrying the fruit rather than overwhelming it. Savoury spice and graphite emerge toward a persistent, balanced finish. Give it air and serve with lamb, braised beef or earthy mushroom dishes.
Clos Cibonne 2024 Cuvee Tradition Tibouren Rose
Delicate strawberry and citrus open with a chalky mineral note. Bone dry and finely textured, the palate brings bright red fruit together with vibrant acidity and a subtle herbal edge. Saline minerality carries the clean, lingering finish, giving this structured rosé real presence at the table. Serve with grilled fish, Niçoise salad, scallops or goat cheese.
Pascal Clément 2021 Bourgogne Pinot Noir 750 mL
Bright cherry and raspberry lead, with fresh berry fruit carrying a subtle woodland note. The palate is light to medium-bodied, shaped by lively acidity and fine, silky tannins rather than weight. A gentle savoury edge adds depth through the centre, while the fruit remains clear and energetic. Balanced and understated, it closes with lingering red berries, soft earth and a clean, supple finish.
Le Ragose 2014 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Black 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.
Le Vieux Pin 2022 Syrah Cuvée Classique Okanagan Valley
Black and white peppercorn frame red bramble fruit, black olive, aromatic herbs and a savoury note of rusted iron. Structured but not heavy, the palate is defined by restraint and a cool, peppery drive rather than overt richness. The finish remains dark, herbal and composed. Decant briefly and serve with lamb, beef or grilled mushrooms.
Laughing Stock 2016 Portfolio
Wild black fruit leads, edged by garrigue, black pepper and vanilla. A blend of five varieties from twelve vineyard blocks gives the palate density and scale, while careful tannin management keeps the texture silky and composed rather than hard. Richly structured yet notably balanced, it has the depth to cellar and enough polish to enjoy now.
Movia 2015 Puro Rosé Sparkling Wine
Orange peel, ripe peach and raspberry lead with redcurrant, rose and wild mint. The palate is dry and softly textured, its fine bubbles carrying juicy red fruit over pronounced mineral salinity. Roasted almond, butter and rye-bread crust bring savoury depth to the intense, refreshing Brut Nature finish.
Painted Rock 2020 Merlot
Cherry, blueberry and chocolate lead an inviting nose. The palate moves into blackcurrant and ripe cherry, with spice adding savoury definition around the fruit. Eighteen months in French oak brings quiet depth and polish without obscuring the wine's freshness, carrying the dark fruit into a composed, persistent finish.
Painted Rock 2020 Syrah
Plum and dark fruit rise with classic black and white pepper. The palate is powerful and generous, layering blackberry, black cherry and ripe plum over a luscious texture. Eighteen months in French and American oak adds breadth and polish, while the peppery character keeps the fruit defined through a persistent finish.
Quinta do Portal 2007 Grande Reserva Douro
Powerful yet fresh, with plum, dried berries and dark blue fruit framed by cedar, graphite and mineral detail. The palate is dense and succulent, its generous fruit supported by firm, medium-grained tannins and bright acidity. Spice builds through a long, structured finish that still feels composed. Serve with braised beef, lamb, game or aged hard cheese.