2018
2018
Domaine Villalin 2018 Intemporel Genouillet
French Red
$46.99
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
$18.99
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.
Poplar Grove 2018 Syrah Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
$59.99
Blueberry and raspberry rise with white pepper, warm spice and a subtle herbal note. The palate is bright and balanced, bringing ripe fruit together with lively acidity and measured tannins. Savoury spice keeps the finish focused and food friendly. Pair with grilled lamb, roast duck, peppered mushrooms or lentils with rosemary.
Clos du Soleil 2018 Estate Reserve Red Similkameen Valley
Canadian Red
$84.99
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.
Feret Lambert 2018 Bordeaux Superieur 3L
French Red
$279.99
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
$309.99
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.
Koerner 2018 Rolle
Australian White
$52.99
A Clare Valley Vermentino with savoury texture and a mineral rather than overtly fruity profile. Melon, lemongrass and wild herbs meet saline notes and tight acidity on a flinty finish.
Zenato 2018 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Italian Dessert
$97.99
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
$72.99
A concentrated Tuscan Vin Santo with dried apricot, citrus peel, toasted nuts and warm spice. Fresh acidity lifts the sweetness and leaves a long, gently savoury finish.
Italo Cescon 2018 Tesirare In Sé Manzoni Bianco Vendemmia Tardiva
Italian Dessert
$81.99
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.
Sperling 2018 Late Harvest Vidal
Canadian Dessert
$29.99
Fragrant honeysuckle, sweet marmalade and concentrated green pear open a generous dessert wine. The palate is velvety and lightly weighted, with fresh acidity giving the natural sweetness clean definition. Honeyed citrus lingers through a refreshing finish, making it a fine match for blue cheese, toasted nuts or restrained fruit desserts.
Epoque 2018 Monbazillac
French Dessert
$23.99
Golden and softly honeyed, with apricot, peach and candied citrus forming a generous aromatic core. The palate is rich and smooth, balancing ripe fruit and gentle sweetness with enough freshness to stay composed. A measured floral note carries into the finish, making this an easy partner for fruit tarts, blue cheese or pâté.
Mayhem 2018 Fortified Gewürztraminer
Canadian Dessert
$42.99
Nutty caramel and candied fruit lead a concentrated, oxidative nose, with warm spice and tropical tones adding detail. The palate is rich and warming, bringing ginger and cinnamon into balance with the preserved-fruit sweetness. Barrel-aged depth carries through the finish, leaving a layered echo of caramel, spice and candied fruit.
Great Northern 2018 Zinfandel
Canadian Red
$31.99
Black currant and cranberry lead an expressive nose, with dried plum at the core and quieter notes of mushroom, pepper spice and coffee. The palate is lively and tangy, carrying black cherry through firm but energetic tannins. Pepper and dark fruit linger into a racy finish, with the generous weight staying well integrated.
Marichel 2018 Estate Syrah
Canadian Red
$44.99
Smoky dark fruit and violet lead a concentrated nose, with ripe plum, blackberry and a quiet earthy note adding depth. The palate is full-bodied and composed, bringing leather and savoury spice into balance with refined tannins. Dark berry fruit remains clear through the middle, carrying a polished, well-structured finish.
Pentage 2018 Syrah
Canadian Red
$43.99
Ripe raspberry, blueberry and dark berries lead with peppery spice. The palate is medium-full and expressive, layering blackberry and cherry with a hint of anise and gentle white pepper. Fine tannins give the juicy fruit shape, while the elegant but bold character carries into a powerful, lively finish.
Burrowing Owl 2018 Chardonnay Okanagan Valley
Canadian White
$109.99
Fresh lemon, honeydew melon, peach and golden apple lead, with subtle toasted almond and butter adding breadth. The palate remains bright and composed, layering grapefruit zest, ripe nectarine and cantaloupe over crisp acidity. Nutty, lightly toasted tones carry through the lingering finish, making this a natural match for roast poultry or rich seafood.
The Hatch 2018 Crown + Thieves Scoundrels Punch
Canadian Red
$36.99
Dark berries, black cherry and plum lead into cedar, cocoa and quiet spice. The palate is full-bodied and layered, with blackcurrant, bramble, dark chocolate and savoury herbs carried by firm but refined tannins. Toasted oak lingers through a long, smooth finish. Decant briefly and serve with grilled flank steak, lamb shank, mushroom ragu or aged cheddar.
Quinta Do Vale Meao 2018 Douro
Portuguese Red
$269.99
Deeply coloured and concentrated, with a layered aroma that unfolds without any single note dominating. The palate is vibrant and expansive, balancing ripe tannins, polished oak and a creamy texture with notable poise. Power builds through the centre yet never obscures the wine’s elegance. The finish is very long and composed, carrying integrated wood, dark-toned depth and steady freshness.
Montes 2018 Purple Angel Carménère
Chilean Red
$149.99
Blackberry, ripe blueberry and plum lead with cassis and a light dried-herb note. The palate is silky yet structured, layering cooked cherry and candied fruit with cocoa, clove and restrained smoke. Freshness keeps the dark fruit precise through the middle. The finish is long and spicy, leaving polished tannins, black fruit, dark chocolate and gentle savoury depth.
Rion 2018 Nuits-Saint-Georges
French Red
$129.99
Cherry and blackcurrant lead the aroma, followed by truffle, forest floor, pepper and a cool eucalyptus note. The palate has the firm shape associated with Nuits-Saint-Georges, but the tannins remain polished and well integrated. Fresh acidity carries the dark fruit into a savoury, persistent finish with spice and earthy detail.
Francois Gaunoux 2018 Pommard 1Er Cru
French Red
$189.99
Dark cherry and plum give this Pommard a firm fruit core, layered with violet, earth and subtle savoury spice. The palate is concentrated but controlled, with lively acidity and structured tannins balancing the ripeness of the 2018 vintage. Mineral and woodland notes build through a long, dry finish. Decanting will help the texture open.
Springfield Estate 2018 The Work of Time
South African Red
$51.99
Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot form a classic red blend, fermented with native yeasts and given extended time in oak and bottle. Bitter chocolate, cigar box and forest floor sit beside rich fruit, while smooth tannins carry the palate. Two years of barrel maturation and four years of bottle ageing shape its layered, mature profile.
Kidoizumi Afruge No. 2 2018 Junmai Sake
Japanese Sake
$79.99
Bright acidity gives this sake a vivid, vinous profile, while extended maturation brings breadth and quiet complexity. Time in a used white-wine barrel adds a measured oak influence without overwhelming the rice character. The palate feels layered and composed, moving from tangy freshness toward a rounder, more mature impression. The finish is persistent and neatly balanced, with acidity and barrel character held in careful proportion.
Recaredo 2018 Terrers Brut Nature
Spanish Sparkling
$69.99
Fine bubbles carry a bone-dry, elegant profile, with tension and ripeness held in careful balance. The palate is long, nuanced and distinctly wine-led, its generous fruit kept fresh by a taut, precise frame. A composed sparkling wine with more depth than froth. Serve with oysters, jamón, grilled fish or aged cheeses.
Agrapart 2018 Avizoise Extra Brut Champagne
French Sparkling
$434.99
Walnut, fresh pastry and ripe orchard fruit unfold over lemon peel and a pronounced chalky mineral line. The palate is full-bodied and layered yet remains energetic, with bright acidity carrying citrus oil, white pepper and savoury depth through a long, dry and saline finish. Concentrated but controlled, it is a natural match for lobster, scallops, roast poultry or aged Comté.
Adrien Renoir 2018 Les Vignes Goisses Extra Brut Champagne
French Sparkling
$204.99
White flowers and ripe citrus open with clarity, followed by orchard fruit and a fine chalky lift. The palate is elegant yet quietly concentrated, its persistent mousse carrying bright acidity and mineral tension through a long, precise finish. The balance is dry and composed, making this a refined match for oysters, scallops, roast poultry or aged hard cheese.
Champagne Laherte Frères 2018 Les Grandes Crayères Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut
French Sparkling
$169.99
Chalky mineral tension leads a powerful, deep and structured profile. The palate is bright and poised, with focused citrus, a savoury edge and firm drive through the centre. Barrel fermentation and light lees stirring bring measured texture, while the absence of malolactic fermentation preserves precision and energy on the long finish.
Vinyes Singulars 2018 Elemental Pét-Nat
Spanish Sparkling
$34.99
Bright citrus and crisp green fruit lead, followed by dried Mediterranean herbs and a firm chalky mineral note. The bubbles feel energetic rather than frothy, lifting a clean, lightly textured palate with a distinctly saline edge. Fresh and direct through the finish, it balances natural-wine character with clarity, tension and an appealingly savoury close.
Lammidia 2018 Sciambagn Sparkling White
Italian Sparkling
$46.99
Ripe fruit, apple and dried-fruit notes meet a light touch of honey and fresh yeast. Fine natural bubbles lift the palate, where bright acidity keeps the gentle fruit and low-alcohol frame refreshing. Bottle refermentation adds a lightly rustic texture, and the finish remains clean, lively and easy-flowing.