2018
2018
Collemattoni 2018 Brunello di Montalcino Magnum
Silky texture and warm spice define a composed, mature expression. The palate is smooth yet structured, with enough freshness to keep the wine poised and the savoury detail clear through the finish. Refined without feeling austere, it is well suited to roast lamb, porcini, braised beef or aged pecorino.
G.D. Vajra Baudana 2018 Barolo Cerretta DOCG
Mid ruby with the first hints of garnet, opening slowly to perfumed red fruit, black cherry and plum, then sage, menthol, licorice and crushed stone. Medium-bodied and tightly focused, the palate brings striking freshness and firm, fine-grained tannins. Structured and mineral, it finishes long with dark fruit, savoury spice and quiet power.
Jacopo Biondi Santi 2018 Sassoalloro Toscana IGT
Forest floor, camphor and Mediterranean scrub lead the nose, with hazelnut adding a quiet savoury note. The palate is linear and light on its feet, showing dried cherry, blood orange and grilled sage. Taut, fine-grained tannins and bright acidity carry the wine into a poised, gently spiced finish.
St. Urbans-Hof 2018 Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett Grosse Lage Riesling
Lemon candy and tangerine peel lead the nose, sharpened by earthy tones and dried savoury herbs. The palate is bright and citrus-driven, with semi-sweet fruit held in balance by zesty lime acidity. A light astringent grip adds shape to the finish, keeping the wine brisk, focused and refreshing.
Dr. H. Thanisch 2018 Riesling Mosel
This bright Riesling opens with expressive pineapple, banana and lychee, followed by ripe stone fruit, lime zest and a gentle slate-like mineral note. Brisk acidity gives the palate lift and keeps the generous fruit precise, while a lightly rounded texture adds ease. The finish is clean, citrus-driven and balanced. Serve with green curry mussels, roast pork or mildly spiced dishes.
S.A. Prum 2018 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spatlese Magnum
Ripe yellow apricot and red peach lead a fruit-forward nose, joined by a leafy, lightly floral lift. The palate balances generous sweetness with a clear mineral line, keeping the texture bright and composed. Rich enough to feel luxurious but never heavy, it carries through a long, gently spicy finish. Serve cool with blue cheese, fruit tarts or mildly spiced dishes.
Le Cecche 2018 Barolo Borzone DOCG
Bright garnet in the glass, with balsamic aromas of eucalyptus, mountain pine and resin. Black pepper, nutmeg and liquorice follow, joined by tobacco and a light leather note. The palate is notably fresh and savoury, carrying dark fruit and spice through a firm, composed finish with classic restraint.
Hospitien 2018 Riesling Brut Klassiche
Extended lees contact provides a luscious rich bubble. This toasty style is cut by the freshness of the Riesling grape. Lovely value bubble here, recommended for a special occasion.
Hope Estate 2018 Wollombi Brook Semillon
Crisp and focused, opening with lime, lemon and green apple over a clean, lightly textured palate. Bright acidity gives the wine drive and clarity, making the youthful citrus character especially refreshing. With bottle age, the style is expected to develop gentle toast and added savoury complexity while retaining its freshness. A natural choice for oysters, simply prepared shellfish, grilled white fish or fresh goat cheese.
d’Arenberg 2018 The Twenty Eight Road Mourvèdre
Distinctive and savoury, with raspberry and red plum alongside iodine, woodland mushroom and a green herbal lift. The palate carries vivid fruit into gamey, earthy territory, held by fine-grained tannins and a welcome sense of freshness. Its structure is firm but measured, with more complexity set to emerge over time; decanting now will help the layered, savoury detail come forward.
d’Arenberg 2018 The Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier
A fragrant Shiraz-led red with blackberry, plum and black cherry at the core, brightened by a small portion of co-fermented Viognier. Peach and apricot add aromatic lift, while peppery spice and savoury detail give the palate shape. Generous yet harmonious, it balances ripe dark fruit with freshness and fine structure, offering immediate appeal alongside grilled lamb, roast duck or richly seasoned vegetables.
Hesketh Ebenezer 2018 Grenache
Bright and generous, with red cherry, strawberry and cranberry fruit lifted by bergamot and a thread of dried herbs. The palate is supple and rounded, bringing ripe berry richness into balance with earthy spice and a gently savoury line. Full-flavoured without feeling heavy, it finishes long and composed, making an easy match for roast pork, charred vegetables or herb-crusted lamb.
Catena Zapata 2018 Adrianna White Stones
From just 27 rows of a high-altitude parcel in Gualtallary, this Chardonnay is shaped by white-stone alluvial soils, cool nights and naturally low yields. Lime, orange blossom and restrained orchard fruit meet a precise mineral line, brisk acidity and a long, stony finish. Fermented in French oak with partial malolactic conversion, then aged 12-16 months in seasoned barrels, it remains finely textured rather than overtly oaky. Unfined and unfiltered.
Battenfeld-Spanier 2018 Hohen-Sülzen Riesling
Ripe peach and apricot unfold alongside tobacco, dried herbs and a subtle trace of liquorice. The palate finds a fine equilibrium between generous fruit and a clear mineral line, giving the wine both breadth and definition. Precise and elegant throughout, it gathers savoury detail before carrying into a remarkably long finish.
Domdechant Werner 2018 Kabinett Trocken Riesling
Intensely dusty and flinty, with slate and stone setting a cool, mineral tone. The palate is delightfully racy and dry, lifted by sprays of lime and lemon that bring clarity and energy. A lingering salty finish extends the wine’s stony precision, leaving a taut, zesty and refreshing impression.
Billaud-Simon 2018 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses
Fresh peach and citrus oil open with delicate floral notes and a cool oyster-shell edge. The palate is rounded and quietly powerful, balancing a fleshy core of fruit with ripe acidity and precise mineral tension. Creamy and elegant without losing focus, it carries citrus, stone and a lightly saline note through a long, composed finish.
Pierrick Bouley 2018 Volnay 1er Cru Santenots
Deeply coloured, with lifted high tones and striking aromatic intensity. The palate is broad and structured, its fine-grained tannins adding shape with almost no dryness. Layered, mobile fruit brings energy and dimension, while a slightly cushioned texture softens the wine’s fresh lines. Powerful yet poised, with an excellent, persistent finish.
Boudier 2018 Savigny-Les-Beaunes
Medium ruby in colour, with delicate floral aromas opening into rose petal, red cherry, raspberry and soft spice. The palate is light on its feet, shaped by fresh acidity and fine tannins rather than weight. A poised, fragrant Pinot Noir with a clean, savoury finish and understated Burgundian character.
Domaine Parent 2018 Pommard
Ruby-toned and well structured, with red berries, flowers and spice forming the core of a composed, aromatic profile. The palate balances ripe fruit with firm tannins and a measured oak note, while earthy and mushroom nuances add savoury depth. Dry and focused through the finish, it suits roast poultry, duck, veal, game or mushroom dishes.
Domaine Parent 2018 Ladoix Premier Cru La Corvee
Brilliant in colour and firm in shape, with cherry and redcurrant gradually opening from the glass. The palate is structured and focused, carried by ripe fruit and assured tannins that should soften with time. There is power here, but the finish remains composed rather than heavy. Decant if opening now and serve with roast duck, pork or mushroom dishes.
Domaine de Baumard 2018 Coteaux du Layon Carte d’Or 375 mL
Lush but lively, with apricot, candied lemon and marmalade opening into honeyed yellow fruit and a touch of mango and pineapple. The palate is sweet yet balanced by bright acidity and a clear mineral line, keeping the generous fruit fresh and precise. A clean, zesty finish makes it a fine match for fruit desserts, blue cheese, foie gras or a lightly chilled aperitif.
Domaine de la Solitude 2018 Cornelia Constanza Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Black cherry and liquorice lead, joined by raspberry, sandalwood, tea and a hint of cinnamon. The full-bodied palate is ripe and concentrated without excess weight, its supple, silky tannins bringing shape to the generous fruit. Floral notes, fine mineral salinity and gentle spice extend an elegant, harmonious finish.
Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2018 Saint-Joseph La Croix des Vignes
Deep ruby in colour, with an elegant bouquet led by violet and peony before subtle notes of ageing emerge. The palate is smooth and well balanced, retaining a lovely freshness that reinforces its poise. Mineral detail and measured depth carry through a refined, persistent finish.
Xavier Gérard 2018 Côte-Rôtie
Dark violet in colour, with ripe blackberry, cassis and bitter cherry framed by pungent flowers, black pepper and a savoury trace of smoked meat. The palate is concentrated yet agile, its dark fruit gaining licorice and smoky mineral detail with air. Fine dusty tannins give measured grip, carrying pepper, fruit and earth through a long, composed finish.
Château Palmer 2018 Margaux
Dense and powerful, with plum, blackberry, cassis and blueberry layered with graphite, scorched earth, mint, tobacco and mocha. The palate is richly concentrated yet maintains fresh acidity, ripe tannins and a velvety texture, carrying its dark fruit through a long mineral finish. Still youthful, it benefits from about four hours in a decanter before serving with roast duck or beef.
Féret-Lambert 2018 Bordeaux Supérieur Magnum
A fresh and expressive Bordeaux with lifted aromas of red cherry, raspberry and blackberry layered with subtle florals, spice and a hint of graphite. The palate is medium-bodied and supple, showing juicy red and dark fruit framed by bright acidity and fine, lightly grippy tannins that add structure without heaviness. Clean and approachable yet nicely focused, finishing with a savoury, mineral edge and an easy, food-friendly charm.
Château Rauzan-Gassies 2018 L’Orme de Rauzan-Gassies Haut-Médoc
Blackcurrant, ripe plum and cherry compote lead into cedar, graphite and dried violet. Silky and medium-bodied, the palate layers blackberry, dark chocolate and tobacco leaf over fine-grained tannins and vivid acidity. Spice, mineral detail and subtle oak carry the smooth, refined finish, balancing generous fruit with measured structure.










