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2016
2016
Springfield Estate 2016 Méthode Ancienne Cabernet Sauvignon
South African Red
A concentrated Cabernet Sauvignon, opening with blackcurrant, ripe plum, violet and dark chocolate around warm spice and toasted cedar. The full-bodied palate remains composed, its dense fruit held by firm, finely shaped tannins and the measured influence of French barriques. Freshness and savoury detail carry the wine through a long finish with ample depth and quiet authority.
Château Le Grand Verdus 2016 Grande Réserve Bordeaux Supérieur
French Red
Dark plum, black cherry and blueberry lead, with tobacco leaf, graphite, dark chocolate and baking spice adding savoury depth. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with rounded fruit, fine tannins and lively acidity keeping the wine composed. Earthy notes linger through a balanced, satisfying finish. Serve with veal chops, roast beef, grilled mushrooms or firm cheese.
Marcoux 2016/23 Chateauneuf Du Pape VV
French Red
A benchmark old-vine Grenache cuvée showing soaring aromatics of kirsch, raspberry, and crushed cherry layered with rose petal, spice, and a subtle cocoa nuance. The palate is rich yet remarkably poised, with silken texture, fine-grained tannins, and a core of pure, ripe red fruit that balances power with elegance. Exceptionally long and refined on the finish, with a signature sense of purity and perfume that underscores its age-worthiness.
Domaine Billaud-Simon 2016 Bougros Chablis Grand Cru
French White
White flowers and citrus blossom meet ripe lemon, apple and peach. Rich yet precise, the palate balances creamy breadth with bright acidity and a firm mineral core. Honey, flint and a cool wet-stone note add savoury definition before a long, saline finish. Excellent with crab, lobster or roast poultry.
Château Roumaud 2016 Loupiac
French Dessert
Mission Hill 2016 Oculus Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Blackcurrant 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.
Ridge Vineyards 2016 Monte Bello Santa Cruz Mountains
American Red
Sage, mint and layered spice open an expressive aromatic profile, followed by a core of black and red fruit. The palate is poised and deeply structured, with savoury complexity gathering around the concentrated fruit. Fine balance keeps the wine controlled and energetic as it moves into a long, gently smouldering finish.
Montalto 2016 Single Vineyard Tuerong Block Pinot Noir
Australian Red
A classically savoury Pinot Noir, opening with dark cherry, plum and forest-floor aromas. Dried herbs, black earth and a subtle touch of aniseed add depth as the wine develops in the glass. The palate is concentrated yet composed, with black-tea tannins carrying the dark fruit through a persistent finish. Decant gently and pair with roast duck, mushrooms or herb-crusted pork.
Famille Joly 2016 Les Vieux Clos Savennières
French White
Vilacetinho 2016 Escolha Tinto Vinho Verde
Portuguese Red
A rustic northern Portuguese red with brambly raspberry, sour cherry and violet over a lightly earthy note. The palate is fresh and firmly structured, with grippy tannins and a subtle spritz adding energy. Serve it with a slight chill alongside grilled sausages, roast pork or hearty vegetable dishes; the savoury, mouth-watering finish is built for food.
Michele Reverdito 2016 Barolo Badarina
Italian Red
A mature Barolo with dried cherry, red currant and rose petal set against tobacco, leather and warm spice. The palate is composed and savoury, with fine, integrated tannins and fresh acidity carrying the fruit into notes of orange peel, dried herbs and earth. Long and settled on the finish, it is well suited to braised beef, mushrooms or aged hard cheese.
Giodo 2016 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Ripe plum and red cherry lead an expressive, seamless bouquet, joined by rose, lavender and sandalwood. Walnut, tobacco and a light touch of toast add savoury depth. The palate is full yet fluid, with vibrant acidity and exceptionally fine tannins giving the fruit clarity and poise. Mineral detail builds through the middle. Long and polished, it finishes with cherry, flowers, spice and a clean stony echo.
Mission Hill 2016 Quatrain Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Generous 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.
Maria Rigol Ordi 2016 Gran Reserva Brut Nature Cava
Spanish Sparkling
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.
Domaine Montmartel 2016 Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan
French Red
Château Palmer 2016 Margaux
French Red
Pure and expressive, with black cherry, cassis, blueberry and violet lifted by graphite, crushed stone, anise and subtle oak. Dense and concentrated but remarkably polished, the palate combines vibrant freshness with ripe tannins, savoury mineral detail and a long, poised finish. Still youthful, it benefits from about four hours in a decanter before serving with slow-cooked beef or lamb.
Château Angélus 2016
French Red
Black plum, blackberry and dark cherry rise from a deeply perfumed bouquet, joined by cedar, violet and a touch of bitter orange. The palate is rich yet energetic, with dense, refined tannins framing generous fruit and a fresh, dry core. Long and poised, it suits roast lamb, beef tenderloin or truffle dishes.
La Clarté de Haut-Brion 2016 Pessac-Léognan Blanc
French White
White flowers, lemon and a hint of spice introduce this expressive white Bordeaux. The palate opens smoothly, then grows richer and more generous as the fruit unfolds. Sémillon leads the blend with Sauvignon Blanc, giving the wine a rounded feel balanced by lively freshness. A long, lightly peppery finish keeps the flavours in focus.
Cerbaia 2016 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Red cherry, plum and pomegranate are lifted by dried flowers, orange peel and a hint of tobacco. The palate combines ripe fruit with bright acidity and firm, polished tannins. Earthy and balsamic notes bring a savoury counterpoint, while the finish remains focused and fresh. This is a structured Brunello with both aromatic detail and depth.
Marchesi Antinori 2016 Tignanello Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Ripe red fruit and fresh blackberry are threaded with vanilla, dark chocolate and a light touch of spice. The vibrant palate has silky, refined tannins and a long, layered finish. Sangiovese leads, supported by Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. The wine combines intensity with freshness, keeping the generous fruit in balance through the finish.
Nittardi 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva 3 L
Italian Red
Masi Serego Alighieri 2016 Possessioni Bianco
Italian White
Ripe pear and lifted aromatic notes open this dry, characterful white. Garganega supplies texture and a subtle almond twist, while Sauvignon Blanc brings freshness and definition. Bright acidity carries the fruit into a clean, balanced and gently savoury finish. Serve well chilled with seafood risotto, grilled fish, vegetable pasta, poultry or fresh and moderately aged cheeses.
Famille Perrin 2016 Le Grand Prébois Blanc
French White
White flowers lead an elegant, refined and supple palate. The fruit comes from a ten-hectare vineyard just outside Orange, on stony terraces of limestone, sand and clay. Viognier and Marsanne are vinified with temperature control in enamel tanks at about 19°C for roughly three weeks, then bottled six months after harvest. Serve at around 10°C to preserve the wine's floral lift and gentle texture.
Domaine des Sarradels 2016 Al Canon
French White
Pear, pale orchard fruit and a gentle menthol note meet a lightly cloudy, textural white. Macabeo, Grenache Gris and Carignan Blanc from Roussillon bring a softly oxidative edge, subtle salinity and a faint natural spritz. The palate stays broad but restrained, with low-seeming acidity and a savoury finish. Serve cool with grilled fish, roast poultry, creamy vegetables or washed-rind cheese.
Capeography 2016 Cloudscape Cinsault
South African Red
Ripe plum, blackberry and damson fruit sit with charcoal, leather and cooking spice. The wine is medium-bodied and dry, with medium acidity and medium tannins. Made from Cinsault in Paarl, South Africa, it carries 14.5 percent alcohol. Suggested pairings include smoked meat, beef stew, lamb tagine, roast duck, garlic-roasted vegetables and hearty bean or lentil dishes.
Bodegas Breca 2016 Garnacha de Fuego
Spanish Red
Sweet cherry and dark plum aromas accompany blackcurrant, black cherry, scorched earth and melted liquorice. Forest berries, olive tapenade and candied orange peel add further detail. Made entirely from Garnacha, the wine has supple tannins and a lively, harmonious finish. Cellar work uses concrete and stainless steel, and the wine carries fifteen and a half percent alcohol.
Road 13 2016 Stemwinder
Canadian White
Apple, pear, apricot, grape and spice accompany fresh, lingering flavours in this Okanagan white. Chardonnay, Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne make up the blend. Fruit comes from Cawston, Black Sage Bench and the Golden Mile. The wine pairs with seafood and vegetables, bringing several South Okanagan sites and four white grape varieties together in a single cuvée.
Bodega La Milagrosa 2016 Milcampos Viñas Viejas Ribera del Duero
Spanish Red
Made entirely from Tempranillo selected from old vineyards, the wine matures for at least six months in American and Spanish oak. Violet colour accompanies floral, ripe black-fruit, cassis and mineral notes. Plum, fig preserve and strawberry compote add further fruit character. The vineyards include very old parcels with low yields, and the finished red reaches 14 percent alcohol.
Làmurà 2016 Organic Grillo Terre Siciliane
Italian White
Citrus aromas accompany juicy tropical fruit, lychee and pineapple. The white is fresh, crisp and mouth-filling, with good complexity and texture. Made from Grillo grown organically in Sicily, it carries the Terre Siciliane designation and 12.5 percent alcohol. Suggested pairings include seafood pasta, fish, sushi, sashimi and lightly seasoned cheese. It can also be served chilled on its own.
Bordertown 2016 Merlot
Canadian Red
Deep garnet colour frames aromas of blackcurrant, black cherry and blueberry. Blackcurrant and black cherry return among the vibrant flavours, alongside tobacco and cedar. The profile is concentrated, with light floral character, ripe black fruit, lower acidity, soft tannins and a medium-plus silky body. It is off-dry, carries 14.9 percent alcohol and comes from the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia. The finish is satisfying.
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