2018
2018
EnRoute 2018 Les Pommiers Pinot Noir
American Red
Red fruit, floral lift and subtle spice open over a richly textured yet poised palate. Bright acidity and silky tannins carry the wine into a long, balanced finish. This Russian River Valley Pinot Noir is shaped from selected vineyard blocks to favour depth and finesse; pair it with duck, salmon or wild mushrooms.
Ossian 2018 Verdejo
Spanish White
Ripe and expressive, with white peach, citrus peel and orchard fruit framed by gentle spice and a discreet oak note. The palate is broad and textured, while bright acidity keeps the generous fruit precise and energetic. A savoury mineral thread carries through the persistent finish. Serve with roasted poultry, grilled fish or creamy vegetable dishes.
Château de La Chaize 2018 Fleurie
French Red
Ripe red cherry, raspberry and black cherry meet violet, rose petal, anise and woodsy spice. The palate is sleek and lively, balancing generous fruit with silky tannins and fresh acidity before a long, lightly spiced finish. Serve slightly cool with roast chicken, charcuterie, pork or mushroom dishes.
Poderi Aldo Conterno 2018 Bussiador Chardonnay
Italian White
Golden apple, white peach and ripe citrus lead, with subtle oak, hazelnut and mineral notes adding depth. The palate is full-bodied and creamy yet composed, supported by clear acidity and a long, smooth finish. Serve lightly chilled with roast poultry, lobster, richer fish or mushroom dishes, or cellar further.
Celler Escoda-Sanahuja 2018 La Llopetera
Spanish Red
Red cherry and wild strawberry meet cracked pepper, dried herbs and a softly earthy note. The palate is light on its feet yet savoury and textured, with bright acidity, fine grip and subtle oak framing the fruit. Serve slightly cool with grilled vegetables, roast poultry, charcuterie or mushroom dishes.
Au Bon Climat 2018 La Bauge Au-dessus Pinot Noir
American Red
Black cherry and cranberry lead, with rose petal, earth and sweet spice adding aromatic detail. The palate is supple and composed, balancing generous fruit, polished oak, fresh acidity and fine tannins without losing its elegance. Enjoy now after a brief decant, or cellar, and pair with roast duck, mushrooms or herb-crusted pork.
Còsmic Vinyaters 2018 Confiança Garnatxa Roja
Spanish Rosé
Wild strawberry, red currant and blood orange lead, with dried flowers, herbs and a faint saline edge. The palate is dry, textured and quietly savoury, balancing ripe red fruit with bright acidity and gentle grip from brief skin contact. Serve lightly chilled with grilled prawns, charcuterie, tomato dishes or roast peppers.
Domaine La Taupe 2018 AK 400 Gamay
French Red
Juicy red fruit and wild berries lead, with earth, dried herbs and a faint savoury volatility adding natural-wine character. The palate is light, energetic and gently textural, its refreshing acidity and lively tension carrying through the finish. Serve slightly cool with charcuterie, roast chicken, grilled mushrooms or lentil dishes.
Wilson Foreigner 2018 Del Barba Vineyard Zinfandel
American Red
Red cherry, raspberry and cassis lead, with allspice, black pepper, bramble and dried herbs adding savoury detail. The palate is rich and generous without feeling heavy, its old-vine fruit framed by supple tannins and a fresh, persistent finish. Pair with barbecued ribs, roast pork, grilled sausages or smoky beans.
Clos Marie 2018 Manon Languedoc Blanc
French White
Peach, apricot and ripe pear lead, with white flowers, fresh herbs and chalk adding lift. The palate is ample and softly rounded, yet held in balance by fresh acidity and a saline, lightly iodine finish. Its generous texture suits scallops, grilled fish, roast chicken, creamy vegetables or gently spiced dishes.
Arnot-Roberts 2018 Gamay Noir El Dorado
American Red
Sweet red cherry and raspberry lead, with dried herbs, tobacco, liquorice, cedar and pepper adding a savoury edge. The palate is bright, punchy and fleshy, its generous fruit lifted by lively acidity and fine tannins. Serve slightly cool with roast chicken, grilled pork, mushroom dishes or herb-led sausages.
Suertes del Marqués 2018 La Solana
Spanish Red
Wild raspberry and sour cherry lead, with pink peppercorn, scrubby florals, smoked herbs and graphite adding volcanic character. The palate is light-bodied and fresh, framed by fine, slightly sticky tannins and lifted by lively acidity. A saline, savoury finish makes it especially good slightly cool with grilled pork, roast mushrooms or charcuterie.
Wirra Wirra 2018 RSW Shiraz
Australian Red
Blackberry and dark cherry lead, with liquorice, cocoa, cedar and savoury spice adding depth. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, carrying concentrated fruit through fine, chewy tannins and balanced acidity. Layered and composed through the long finish, it suits slow-roasted lamb, grilled beef, aged cheddar or mushroom-rich dishes.
Domaine Pellé 2018 La Croix au Garde Sancerre Rouge
French Red
Vibrant red cherry and wild strawberry lead, with delicate florals and a cool mineral note adding definition. The palate is light and finely structured, balancing fresh red fruit with bright acidity and supple, measured tannins. Subtle earth and spice emerge through the clean finish, making it a graceful match for salmon, roast poultry, mushrooms or pork.
Covert Farms 2018 Sauvignon Blanc Semillon
Canadian White
Orange blossom, citrus and fresh herbs lead, settling into dried herb and mineral notes as the wine opens. The palate is clean and crisp, with bright acidity, a subtle waxy texture and a gently rounded mid-palate from the blend. Refreshing but not slight, it finishes with lingering salinity and suits spot prawns, grilled fish, corn or herb-led salads.
Mauro Veglio 2018 Barolo Paiagallo DOCG
Italian Red
Sweet red fruit, wild rose and blood orange lead, with grilled herbs and subtle oak adding depth. The palate enters smoothly but quickly reveals a firm, linear structure, fine tannins and the freshness expected of a youthful Barolo. Long and poised, it will reward air and pairs especially well with braised beef, truffle dishes or aged hard cheeses.
Georges Glantenay 2018 Volnay 1er Cru Les Santenots
French Red
Broad and inviting on the nose, with layered red fruit and a subtle mineral undertone. The palate is rounded yet finely structured, combining generous fruit with a cool, steely line and mouth-watering freshness. Firm but polished tannins frame the wine, leading to a powerful, composed finish without hard edges.
Domaine Georges Glantenay 2018 Volnay Premier Cru Les Brouillards
French Red
Cool redcurrant opens with menthol, soft earth and a restrained touch of spice. The palate is suave and rounded, its red fruit carried by fine tannins and a fresh mineral line. The texture is generous without becoming heavy. A saline firmness shapes the finish, leaving red berries, earth, floral detail and a precise savoury edge.
Poplar Grove 2018 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Dark fruit and cassis lead into cedar, dried herbs and a restrained savoury note. Dense and firmly gripped, the palate still carries Okanagan freshness and supple fruit beneath its Bordeaux-inspired structure. Fine tannins extend the long, composed finish. Decant for an hour and serve with grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs or a mushroom pie.
Poplar Grove 2018 Benchmark Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Violet, black currant and ripe blackberry give the nose a dark, floral lift. The palate is plush but balanced, with juicy fruit, measured acidity and fine tannins providing shape. A trace of vanilla and savoury spice follows into the smooth, persistent finish. Decant for half an hour and pair with roast beef, lamb chops, charred eggplant or hard cheese.
Domaine Villalin 2018 Intemporel Genouillet
French Red
Garnet in colour, with a lightly toasted opening that gives way to wild strawberry and warm, smoky nuance. The palate is fairly dense yet well balanced by fresh acidity, keeping the wine lifted and composed. Spice gathers through the finish alongside notes of hay and white pepper, adding savoury length and character.
Liberty Wines 2018 Similkameen Meritage Shiner
Canadian Red
Clove, bitter cherry and dried violets lead a structured, Bordeaux-inspired five-variety blend. Red fruit, vanilla, grilled mushroom and leather add layered savoury detail. The palate is full-bodied, bringing spice, fruit and savoury notes together. The finish is savoury. Braised meats or barbecue steak are the established food pairings for this full-bodied profile of fruit, spice, florals, mushroom and leather.
Clos du Soleil 2018 Estate Reserve Red Similkameen Valley
Canadian Red
Crushed stone and graphite meet fresh mint, dry spice and a woodland savouriness. The palate is nuanced and firmly structured, with dark fruit held in a precise frame of acidity and fine tannins. Mineral and herbal notes return on the persistent finish. Decant generously and pair with roast lamb, braised beef, grilled mushrooms or aged cheese.
Château Féret-Lambert 2018 Bordeaux Supérieur 3 L
French Red
Blackcurrant, 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.
Roagna 2018 Pira Barolo DOCG
Italian Red
Pale ruby in colour, with preserved strawberry, red cherry and currant framed by rose petal, lavender, dried herbs, tobacco and mint. The palate is bright and linear, combining vivid acidity with refined, closely woven tannins. Sandalwood, licorice and graphite add depth before an energetic, long and finely poised finish.
Garage Wine Co. 2018 Phoenix País-Carignan
Chilean White
An unusual pale wine with white peach, rose hip and tangerine, joined by tart cranberry and a light floral note. The palate is vivid and fresh, with tangy citrus, gentle salinity and a subtle bitter-almond edge giving it shape. Distinctive but approachable, it works well with cured fish, grilled vegetables, fresh cheese or lightly spiced dishes.
Koerner 2018 Rolle Vermentino
Australian White
Zenato 2018 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Italian Dessert
Intense garnet colour introduces black cherry, brandied marasca cherry, dried fig and plum, with cocoa and sweet spice adding depth. The palate is lush and velvety, its generous sweetness balanced by freshness and soft tannins. Dark fruit and spice remain poised through the long finish. Pair with blue cheese, panettone or dark chocolate.
Castellare di Castellina 2018 Vin Santo San Niccolò
Italian Dessert
Italo Cescon 2018 TesiRare In Sé Manzoni Bianco Vendemmia Tardiva 375 mL
Italian Dessert
Dates, chestnut and dried apricot lead a concentrated aroma, joined by candied orange and chestnut honey. The palate is enveloping and persistent, with generous sweetness, warm spice and fine tannins bringing shape to the finish. Rich but composed, it pairs naturally with aged cheese, almond pastries or savoury biscuits.