750 mL
Averill Creek 2024 Joue White
Jasmine tea leads a clean, aromatic nose, followed by precise layers of fruit. Structured, textured and lightly saline, the palate begins with vibrancy before softening through a rounder middle. Fine, talc-like acidity brings shape and length to the finish. Serve with grilled prawns, sashimi, aromatic salads, soft cheeses or lightly spiced vegetable dishes.
Rathjen 2018 Pinot Auxerrois
O’Rourke’s Peak 2017 Chardonnay
Butter, fresh citrus and measured oak open the nose. The palate is smooth and rounded, with orange marmalade bringing a gently bittersweet richness through the middle. A firm oak frame gives the wine shape without overwhelming the fruit, while clean citrus freshness carries the flavours into a lingering, softly textured finish.
Tantalus 2022 Bear Chardonnay
Sea breeze, oyster shell and lemon custard open with pear, apple crumble and a subtle green-floral lift. The palate is crisp yet rounded, layering honeydew melon, Ambrosia apple and sweet basil over bright, yuzu-like acidity. Lively texture carries the fruit cleanly, finishing fresh and saline with discreet oak spice.
40 Knots 2022 Pinot Gris
Crisp pear and green apple lead, joined by bright citrus and a light mineral edge. The palate is clean, lively and neatly balanced, with a slender texture that keeps the fruit precise rather than sweet. A refreshing mineral finish gives it a composed, coastal feel. Serve well chilled with shellfish, grilled white fish, leafy salads or lightly dressed vegetable dishes.
Clos du Soleil 2022 Fumé Blanc
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.
Narrative 2019 Red
Red fruit and fresh herbs open the nose, with dried sage and a mineral note adding savoury definition. The palate is juicy and approachable, layering plum, ripe raspberry and black cherry over subtle tannins. Lively acidity keeps the fruit bright, carrying a smooth black-cherry note through the 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 Red Icon
Black cherry, blackberry, plum and blueberry lead a layered, concentrated profile, with blackcurrant, spice and chocolate adding depth. The palate is firm but polished, showing composed tannins and enough freshness to keep the dark fruit in focus. Decant if serving now, particularly alongside roast beef, lamb or grilled mushrooms.
Lunessence 2022 Gamay
Liquid cherry, raspberry and red plum open with light spice, herbs and a subtle woodland note. Dry and medium-bodied, the palate turns savoury and mouth-watering, bringing baked cherry, plum, cracked pepper and fine herbs into focus. Bright acidity and a mineral finish give the wine length and energy. Serve slightly chilled with mushroom risotto, roast duck, quail or charcuterie.
Poplar Grove 2020 Merlot
Black plum and toasted vanilla lead, followed by ripe black cherry, raspberry and red currant. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with fresh, vibrant acidity carrying the fruit while soft, elegant tannins give it shape. A light herbaceous note and white pepper add savoury detail. Serve with roast pork, lamb, grilled sausages, mushrooms or tomato-braised dishes.
Fairview Cellars 2012 Premier Series Cabernet Sauvignon
Dark fruit, cassis and prune lead, joined by leather and a measured tobacco note. The palate is broad and silky, with red currant and plum adding lift around a dry, medium-bodied frame. Smooth, still-present tannins give shape, while dark chocolate and savoury maturity settle into a balanced, medium-length finish.
Mayhem 2018 Anarchy Merlot
Ripe strawberry, black cherry and raspberry-rhubarb pie lead a generous, layered nose, with milk chocolate and restrained French oak adding depth. The palate is youthful and structured, bringing the dark fruit into focus with fresh acidity. Peppery spice shapes the finish and keeps the wine poised rather than heavy.
Apara 2022 Syrah
Brambly red and dark berries open with a clear white-pepper lift and stem-derived spice. Light on its feet, the palate is crunchy and refreshing, with whole-cluster energy keeping the fruit vivid. Neutral oak sits quietly in the background, allowing bright berry flavours and savoury spice to carry through a clean, lively finish.
Osoyoos Larose 2022 Petales d’Osoyoos
Exuberant and muscular, with savoury spice running through a ripe Bordeaux-style profile. The five-variety blend gives the palate breadth and layered structure, while youthful energy keeps the finish lively rather than heavy. Decant for 30 to 45 minutes before serving with roast lamb, grilled beef or mushroom dishes.
Unsworth Vineyards 2022 Pinot Noir
Bright red fruit and floral notes lead a light-bodied, almost ethereal profile, with baking spice adding warmth. The palate is clean and balanced, shaped by lively acidity and fully integrated tannins. Graceful and food-friendly, it works especially well with grilled salmon, roast chicken, root vegetables or mushroom dishes, and can take a slight chill.
50th Parallel 2019 Estate Pinot Noir Okanagan Valley
Dark cherry and dried red currant lead, joined by sage, chocolate mint and a measured touch of oak spice. The palate is poised and lively, with fresh acidity carrying sour cherry and cinnamon through a supple middle. Fine tannins and savoury detail shape a vibrant, clean finish. Serve with duck, salmon or wild mushrooms.
Orofino 2021 Gamay
Hermit Wine 2017 RMX
Deep ruby in colour, with cedar, plum and warm oak spice joined by a subtle herbal note. The dry palate is medium to full-bodied, bringing blackberry and ripe plum into sharper focus. Racy acidity gives the fruit lift, while firm structure and a gently warming finish keep the generous profile composed.