2014
2014
Château de la Maltroye 2014 Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Morgeot Vigne Blanche
French White
Built around Chardonnay, this white Burgundy shows lemon zest, pear and white flowers, with a hazelnut nuance adding another documented aromatic detail. A fine texture is part of the profile, alongside limestone-driven minerality. Together, the source presents citrus, orchard fruit, floral character, a nutty note, tactile finesse and mineral definition in a clear, carefully delineated tasting portrait.
Legras & Haas 2014 Les Sillons Chouilly Grand Cru Champagne
French Wine
Pale gold with a fine mousse, this opens with lime zest, lemon, tangelo and golden peach. Cream, fresh bread and a gentle buttery note add breadth, while ginger and restrained oak bring subtle spice. The palate is energetic and finely balanced, moving from ripe orchard fruit toward a firmer mineral core. Salinity builds through the long finish, leaving citrus, chalk and a quiet savoury echo.
Domaine Ponsot Clos des Monts Luisants Très Vieilles Vignes 2014 Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Blanc
French Wine
Yellow fruit and citrus lead a rich, stony nose, with flint and restrained oak adding savoury depth. The palate opens broad and rounded, then gains freshness and tension with air. Lemon, pineapple and a light oxidative edge sit over firm acidity and clear mineral structure. Concentrated but not heavy, it finishes long, spicy and saline, with the fruit held in precise balance.
B Cellars 2014 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Crème de cassis, blackberry and blueberry form a dense core, lifted by white flowers and framed by liquorice, graphite and restrained oak. The palate is full and opulent, yet vibrant acidity and silky tannins keep the concentration sharply defined. Forest floor and dark spice add savoury depth as the wine opens. Layered and persistent, it finishes with polished fruit, earth and liquorice.
Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2014 Blanc de Blancs
French Wine
Toasted brioche, lemon meringue and pastry open with hazelnut, almond and bright citrus. The palate is creamy and layered, its fine mousse carrying apricot, tangerine peel and white flowers over a chalky mineral core. Well-cut acidity gives the wine focus and energy without diminishing its breadth. Fragrant spice and a gentle savoury note linger through a long, mouthwatering finish.
Poplar Grove 2014 The Legacy
Canadian Red
Black fruit opens with a supple, almost voluptuous texture, followed by dried leaves, liquorice and sagebrush. The blend is savoury and layered rather than heavy, with Cabernet Franc bringing aromatic lift and the supporting varieties adding shape and depth. Fine tannins keep the generous palate composed. The finish is stylish and persistent, balancing ripe fruit with mature herbal and earthy detail.
Podere Poggio Scalette 2014 Capogatto Tuscan Red Blend
Italian Red
Black cherry and cassis lead, joined by blueberry, mint and a restrained touch of violet. Rich and full-bodied, the palate brings concentrated dark fruit into balance with vibrant acidity and smooth, velvety tannins. Cedar, leather and earthy spice build through the middle. The finish is long and polished, retaining freshness beneath the wine’s generous texture.
Scholium Project 2014 The Sylphs Guman Vineyard Chardonnay
American White
Full and rounded, the palate is disciplined rather than overtly fruity, with layered secondary and tertiary character carrying through its considerable length. The texture is broad yet controlled, shaped by subtle tannic grip and an unhurried sense of development. Complexity builds gradually across the middle. The finish remains balanced and quietly persistent, leaving savoury, mature detail rather than simple sweetness.
Vignobles Levet 2014 Côte-Rôtie Améthyste
French
Blueberry, red plum, cassis and blackberry meet chimney soot, green peppercorn and a floral peony note. The palate is medium-bodied and firmly drawn, with lean red and dark fruit carried by bright acidity. Fine, dusty tannins provide a traditional frame, while earth and delicate spice add savoury depth. The finish is restrained but persistent, returning to pepper, dark fruit and a quiet smoky edge.
B Cellars 2014 Blend 26
American Red
Ripe cherry, cedar and cocoa lead, with tobacco and dark spice adding depth. The palate is concentrated and full, built around Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, with substantial fruit and a firm, polished frame. Oak contributes warmth and structure while the savoury notes keep the richness composed. Give it air before serving with grilled steak, braised short ribs, roast mushrooms or firm aged cheese.
B Cellars 2014 Maldonado Vineyard Chardonnay
American White
Green apple, pear and key lime open with clean brightness, followed by nutmeg, subtle oak and a light coconut accent. The palate has generous fruit and measured weight, but crisp acidity keeps the texture focused and energetic. Citrus carries through the middle, while restrained oak adds shape without overwhelming the wine. Serve lightly chilled with roast chicken, butter-poached shellfish, grilled halibut or creamy vegetable dishes.
B Cellars 2014 Ehrlich Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Blackberry and dark chocolate lead a full-bodied, brambly Cabernet, with smoke, clove and cinnamon adding savoury warmth. The fruit is generous but not loose, framed by oak and enough structure to keep the palate composed. Further layers emerge with air, bringing greater depth to the dark berry and spice profile. The finish is firm, polished and persistent. Decant before serving with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs or aged hard cheese.
La Spinetta 2014 Cà di Pian Barbera d’Asti 1.5 L
Italian Red
Deep ruby with a violet edge, opening on blueberry, black cherry, dried plum, violet and sandalwood. The palate is full and lively, combining ripe dark fruit with refreshing acidity and polished texture. Complex without feeling heavy, it finishes balanced and persistent. Decant for rich pasta, grilled meat, charcuterie or soft cheese.
LOLA 2014 Coast Grade Vineyard Pinot Noir
American Red
Ripe plum and strawberry lead, with fresh fig, woodland herbs and a measured touch of spice adding depth. The palate is supple and expressive, balancing generous red fruit with bright acidity and a lightly earthy, savoury line. Polished without losing freshness, it finishes long and composed, and suits roast duck, wild mushrooms or herb-crusted pork.
Chateau de la Liquiere 2014 Cistus Faugeres
French Red
Ripe fruit and liquorice meet wild violet, cistus and an earthy lift on the nose. The palate is dense and richly textured, adding thyme and blond tobacco as it opens. A subtle, appetising bitterness brings shape to the finish, extending the wine with extra complexity while its underlying elegance remains firmly in view.
Château Laronde Desormes 2014 Bordeaux Supérieur
French Red
A mature Bordeaux blend with dried dark fruit, cedar and leather, shaped by dusty tannins and firm acidity. The palate is dry and savoury, showing restrained fruit and a graphite-like mineral line rather than overt richness. Clean and composed on the finish, it is well suited to roast beef, lamb, mushrooms or other quietly earthy dishes.
Poplar Grove 2014 Cabernet Franc Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Black plum and dark berries open with smoke, red currant and a measured touch of vanilla. The palate is layered and full without feeling heavy, shaped by fresh acidity and fine-grained tannins. A savoury note gathers through the balanced finish. Serve with grilled pork, roast lamb, lentils with herbs or mature cheddar.
Poplar Grove 2014 Benchmark Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Ripe plum and Bing cherry lead with subtle vanilla and a quiet savoury note. The palate is rounded and generous, balancing dark fruit with fresh acidity and supple tannins that keep the profile approachable. A lightly spiced finish adds enough structure for the table. Serve with grilled beef, roast pork, tomato-braised lentils or a mushroom burger.
Poplar Grove 2014 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Black fruit, dried leaves, licorice and sagebrush give the nose a distinctly savoury cast. The palate enters with generous, almost plush fruit, then firms through chewy but well-managed tannins and a quietly bitter edge that adds definition. Balanced and tactile, it finishes with good depth. Decant and serve with ribeye, braised short ribs or grilled portobello mushrooms.
Château Mouton Rothschild 2014 Pauillac
French Red
Concentrated yet finely controlled, with cassis, dark berries, violet and lead pencil layered over restrained creamy oak and savoury herbs. The full-bodied palate has freshness, polished texture and sweet, ripe tannins, while mineral detail and spice carry the long finish. Still youthful, it benefits from three to four hours in a decanter before serving with grilled beef or lamb.
Château de Pez 2014 Saint-Estèphe
French Red
Red and black fruit open with spice, cedar and a cool graphite note. The palate is medium-full and structured, carrying blackcurrant, plum and ripe strawberry through fine, present tannins. Toasted oak and black pepper add depth, while earthy herbs and tobacco emerge with air. The finish is long and savoury, leaving cassis, pencil lead, leather and a balanced mineral grip.
Le Ragose 2014 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico DOCG
Italian Dessert
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.
d’Arenberg 2014 Vintage Fortified Shiraz
Australian Dessert
Guigal 2014 Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde
French Red
Cherry and raspberry rise with cedar, cracked pepper and wild herbs. The palate is light on its feet yet structured, carrying red berry fruit through fine, spicy tannins and a smooth, even texture. A savoury herbal note gives the middle quiet complexity without weighing it down. The finish is fragrant and persistent, leaving pepper, red fruit, subtle wood and a gentle earthy echo.
Shafer Vineyards 2014 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay
American White
A powerful Napa Chardonnay with green mango, lemon and a light custard note. The palate is full-bodied and intensely creamy, though tangy acidity keeps the richness in focus and carries the wine into a long, energetic finish. Bold but balanced, it suits roast chicken, lobster, halibut or vegetables served with a gentle cream sauce.
Harlan Estate 2014 Proprietary Red Oakville Napa Valley
American Red
Blackcurrant, black cherry and crushed blackberry open with violet, graphite and rose petal. The full-bodied Cabernet blend is dense yet finely balanced, layering plum, mocha and liquorice over ultra-fine tannins. Forest floor, charcoal, dried herbs and warm spice add savoury depth, while mineral tension carries the rich fruit into a long, focused finish.
Frias Family Vineyard 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville
American Red
Blueberry, blackberry and cassis lead, joined by crushed violet, licorice and a graphite-like mineral note. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with supple tannins carrying the dark fruit through a long, composed finish. Savoury herbs and measured oak add depth without crowding the fruit. Decant before serving with roast beef or lamb.
Foxtrot 2014 Chardonnay 1.5 L
Canadian White
Leafy green herbs, lemon skin and lemon oil lead into soft white peach and restrained barrel spice. The palate is rounded without losing its line, balancing creamy texture and subtle toast with clean citrus freshness. Mineral detail keeps the finish precise, giving the wine composure and quiet maturity rather than overt richness.
Castell d’Encus 2014 Quest
Spanish Red
Peppery and herbal on the nose, with cassis, blackberry and a cool minty lift over restrained oak. The palate is silky and intensely savoury, its dark fruit carried by ultra-fine tannins and a fresh, poised line. Dark spice gathers through the finish, leaving an elegant mountain-grown red with concentration, clarity and remarkable composure.
Abbatucci 2014 Cuvee Faustine Corsica
French White
Very pale and clear, with citrus pith, unripe pear and white flowers on the nose. The palate is dry and gently rounded, showing a subtle richness without losing its coastal freshness. Medium-plus acidity feels polished rather than sharp, carrying the old-vine Vermentino through a clean, lightly mineral finish.