Bordeaux Blend
Echo Bay 2021 Synoptic
$54.99Dark fruit comes first, followed by mineral and herbal detail that gives the wine a distinctly savoury edge. The tannins are polished yet still grippy, holding the fruit in a youthful, firmly structured frame. A lingering finish suggests useful cellar potential, though a generous decant will help now. Pair with roast lamb, grilled beef, braised mushrooms or firm aged cheese.
Mission Hill 2016 Quatrain Okanagan Valley
$90.99Generous and polished, with ripe blackberry, dark plum and blueberry joined by cedar, baking spice and a restrained savoury note. The palate is full and opulent but carefully balanced, bringing layered fruit, firm structure and smooth tannins into a long, composed finish. Decant for an hour and serve with braised beef, lamb or grilled mushrooms.
La Stella 2019 Fortissimo Okanagan Valley
$44.99Bing cherry, red cherry and black cherry mingle with grilled herbs, cured tobacco and a subtle frame of warm oak. The palate is layered and savoury, with generous fruit, measured extraction and supple structure already working in harmony. Fresh acidity keeps the finish poised and inviting. Serve with osso buco, rosemary-crusted lamb or a mushroom cannelloni.
Pétrus 2004 Pomerol
$8,499.99Refined and structured, with black cherry, plum and cassis supported by earth, truffle, graphite, dark chocolate and gentle spice. Rich and full-bodied, the palate brings ripe black fruit, well-integrated tannins, balanced acidity and a smooth texture into a long, lingering finish. Give it about three hours in a decanter and serve with duck, roast lamb or mushrooms.
Feret Lambert 2018 Bordeaux Superieur 3L
$279.99Blackcurrant, black cherry and plum open with measured notes of cedar, graphite and dried herbs. The palate is medium to full in weight, with ripe fruit held by fine tannins and a fresh, savoury line. Balanced rather than heavy, it finishes with dark fruit and gentle spice. Give it air before serving with roast beef or lamb.
Orofino 2020 Dourado
$75.99A Similkameen red blend with violet, blue fruit and cracked pepper over the valley’s characteristic stony edge. The palate is taut and savoury, with measured weight and a firm finish.
Robin Ridge 2016 Frigate Meritage
$44.99Stewed blueberry and blackberry give this mature red a generous, dark-fruited core, while peppercorn brings a savoury edge. The palate feels rich and settled, with the softened fruit profile pointing to development rather than sheer freshness. Rounded and warming in style, it suits slow-cooked dishes and other robust flavours at the table.
Lariana Cellars 2021 Twenty One
$63.99Generous and dark-fruited, with blackcurrant on the nose and rich flavours of plum, fig and black cherry across the palate. The blend brings Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère and Syrah together in a composed, full-flavoured style. Its breadth is matched by clear aromatic definition, giving the wine depth and presence without crowding out the fruit.
Lake Breeze 2018 Meritage
$36.99Plum cake and dark berries lead, layered with salted caramel and aromatic spice. The palate is dry and sleek, with a distinct herbal thread beneath toasted spice, espresso and dark chocolate. Savoury and fragrant, the blend carries its richness with polished shape rather than heaviness. Serve with roast beef, lamb or mushroom dishes.
Mission Hill 2016 Oculus Okanagan Valley
$237.99Blackcurrant and ripe blackberry form a vivid, concentrated core, lifted by a subtle floral note. Layers of earth, cigar box and liquorice add savoury complexity as the palate develops. Fresh acidity and firm tannins bring definition, carrying the dark fruit into a long, rich finish. Decant and serve with roast lamb or beef.
Culmina 2019 Hypothesis
$59.99Truffle and stewed fruit open the nose, followed by fresh black fruit and a measured oak frame. The palate is clean and mineral, carrying its depth with definition rather than heaviness. A composed Bordeaux-style blend with firm structure and a dry finish, it suits roast beef, grilled lamb, braised short ribs, mushrooms or firm aged cheese.
Phantom Creek 2016 Becker Vineyard Cuvée Okanagan Valley
$95.99Blackberry and plum lead with dark chocolate, cedar, dried herbs and a subtle line of spice. Full bodied and layered, the palate carries generous fruit over fine tannins with enough freshness to keep the richness composed. The finish is long and detailed. Decant generously and pair with braised beef, roast lamb, grilled mushrooms or mature cheddar.
La Stella 2020 Fortissimo Okanagan Valley 375 mL
$25.99Black and red cherry, dark plum and spiced fruitcake unfold beside aromatic herbs, cured tobacco and dusty desert scrub. Bold and layered on the palate, it combines ripe fruit with fresh acidity, savoury depth and well-integrated oak that stays in the background. Baking spice and tobacco extend the long finish. Excellent with braised veal, roast lamb or hearty vegetables.
Hester Creek 2021 Garland Red
$99.99Deep ruby in colour, with a cedary, spicy nose of blackcurrant and blueberry lifted by a restrained toasty note. The palate is dry, elegant and medium to full bodied, bringing red and blackcurrant fruit into focus. Ripe tannins, polished balance and a smooth, generous mouthfeel carry the wine through a poised, lingering finish.
La Frenz 2021 Grand Total Reserve
$76.99Concentrated black fruit sits at the centre of this dry, full-bodied red, with tobacco and other savoury notes adding depth. Firm tannins give the palate a youthful, structured feel, so a generous decant is worthwhile if opened now. The finish is persistent and composed rather than heavy. Serve with roast beef, grilled lamb, braised short ribs or mature cheddar.
Phantom Creek 2019 Becker Vineyard Cuvée Okanagan Valley
$65.99Dark cherry and black currant rise with black sage, forest floor and a peppery herbal note. Smooth and supple on the palate, it layers ripe red bramble fruit over fine-grained tannins while maintaining freshness and balance. The finish is long, savoury and composed. Serve with roast lamb, braised beef, grilled peppers or wild mushrooms.
Road 13 2020 5th Element
$79.99Lush, macerated dark fruit fills the palate, framed by desert scrub and generous oak. French and American barrels bring broad spice and polish, while firm structure keeps the richness in line. Built from six red varieties, this is muscular and still youthful, with a brooding character that will continue to knit together with time in bottle.
Château de Fonbel 2015 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
$59.99Dark berries and sour cherry lead the aroma, joined by herbal spice, tobacco and a floral note. Red currant follows across the palate, while chocolate adds a darker register and mineral detail runs alongside the fruit. Berries, herbs, tobacco and cocoa continue through the middle. The persistent finish brings red currant and mineral character back into clear focus.