2019
2019
Château Pontoise Cabarrus 2019 Haut-Médoc
French Red
A Cabernet-led Haut-Médoc with fresh blackberry and blueberry over toasty vanilla spice. The palate is rich but balanced, with dark fruit carried by firm structure and a measured oak note. Give it a little air, then serve with roast beef, grilled lamb, braised dishes or mushrooms; the finish is warm, polished and savoury.
Château Méjean 2019 Graves
French Red
A structured Graves with blackberry and cassis, joined by sweet spice, hazelnut and a lightly earthy bark note. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with succulent dark fruit framed by firm, polished tannins. Flavourful and composed on the finish, it is a natural partner for grilled beef, roast lamb, mushrooms or aged hard cheese.
Château Les Trois Croix 2019 Fronsac
French Red
A polished Fronsac with sun-warmed blackberry, cocoa and vanilla over an earthy mineral note. The palate is generous yet composed, with smooth tannins carrying the dark fruit into a long, gently savoury finish. Its balance of ripeness and structure suits roast beef, braised lamb, mushrooms or an unhurried dinner built around deeply flavoured dishes.
Château La Lagune 2019 Haut-Médoc
French Red
Dense and deeply aromatic, opening with fragrant blackcurrant, blackberry and black cherry alongside plum, rose petal and sweet pipe tobacco. The palate is polished and supple, with ripe fruit, cedar and dark chocolate framed by freshness and fine tannins. A balanced, lifted finish keeps the wine poised rather than heavy.
Little Book Chapter 3: The Road Home 2019
American Whiskey
Bold yet composed, with aged leather and oak around toasted brown sugar, caramel and crème brûlée. Rye spice arrives quickly on the palate, joined by honey, black pepper and vanilla, while the high proof gives every flavour extra breadth. The finish is long and warming rather than blunt, carrying leather, seasoned oak, sweet spice and a final thread of vanilla well beyond the sip.
Provenance Vineyards 2019 Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley
American White
White flowers, mango, white peach and pineapple mingle with citrus on the nose. The palate layers pineapple, grapefruit and tangerine over bright acidity, with nutmeg, vanilla and lemon curd adding depth. Made entirely from Sauvignon Blanc in Rutherford, the grapes were whole-cluster pressed and fermented across concrete, small barrels and stainless steel to retain fruit while building texture.
Trefethen 2019 Chardonnay
American White
A Napa Valley Chardonnay shaped by a long-standing commitment to quality, with pineapple, apple and Meyer lemon layered over orange peel and pear. The palate is full-bodied and structured, but fresh acidity keeps the richness in balance. Creme brulee and vanilla add gentle depth before a smooth, lingering finish. Serve with roast chicken, rich seafood or creamy pasta.
Artesa 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
American Red
Blackberry, blueberry and dried fig lead, lifted by a fine edge of white pepper. The palate layers black cherry, plum and mocha over a restrained note of vanilla toast. Supple tannins and fresh natural acidity keep the dark fruit vibrant and composed, carrying the wine into a long, elegant and quietly complex finish.
Klinker Brick Winery 2019 Old Vine Zinfandel Lodi
American Red
Mulberry and cranberry lead with blood orange, dark fruit and a savoury lift of black pepper. Medium to full-bodied, the Zinfandel feels lighter on its feet than its ripe profile suggests, with ample acidity sharpening the fruit. Citrus brightness and peppery detail carry through the balanced palate into a clean, medium-length finish.
Details by Sinegal 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County
American Red
Violet and ripe raspberry lead, with sage, allspice and a fine balsamic edge lending savoury depth. The palate is vibrant and concentrated, layering plum with gravel, crushed stone, menthol and liquorice. Incense and mineral detail keep the rich fruit composed, building toward a polished, powerful finish with lingering spice.
Arrowood 2019 Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Plum and currant lead, with leather and a lightly toasted graham-cracker note adding savoury depth. The palate is dense and concentrated, framed by strong layers of tannin yet held in an elegant, restrained shape. Bold without feeling excessive, it carries graceful complexity and length. Decant and serve with grilled steak, braised short ribs, roast lamb or aged cheddar.
Therapy Vineyards 2019 Super Ego
Canadian Red
Tobacco and smoke open with baked cherry, blackberry and plum, followed by vanilla, mocha and measured oak. The palate is full and balanced, with firm, well-shaped tannins framing the ripe fruit. Earthy and herbal notes add savoury depth, carrying the wine into a warming, persistent finish with mature complexity.
Tawse 2019 Gamay
Canadian Red
Light and softly textured, with fresh cherry and red berries opening over a clear mineral note. Dried flowers and a gentle earthy tone add mature detail, while bright acidity keeps the fruit lively and direct. Fine tannins carry the pale, graceful palate into an easy, savoury finish suited to roast poultry, charcuterie or mushroom dishes.
Bojador 2019 Vinho de Talha Branco
Portuguese White
Bodegas SiAH 2019 Ribeiro Blanco
Spanish White
A fresh Galician white with white peach, citrus and green apple, lifted by floral and herbal notes over wet stone. The palate is vibrant and textured, with crisp acidity and fine minerality carrying the fruit into a clean, mouth-watering finish. Balanced and quietly complex, it is a natural match for shellfish, grilled fish or lightly dressed vegetables.
Bodegas Itsasmendi 2019 Itsasmendi 7 Txakoli
Spanish White
Floral aromas, talcum powder and lemon zest lead into ripe white fruit and a cool mineral note. Broad and gently unctuous on the palate, it balances concentrated flavour with crisp, driving acidity. Grapefruit, quince and subtle herbal detail carry the structured, persistent finish. Serve with grilled fish, salt cod or savoury rice dishes.
Menade 2019 La Mision Verdejo
Spanish White
A layered Verdejo with white flowers, ripe orchard fruit, citrus peel and fennel, followed by smoke and a quiet mineral note. The palate is textured yet vibrant, with bright acidity bringing focus to the generous fruit and savoury detail. Long and composed on the finish, it is well matched with roast fish, poultry, almonds or herb-led vegetable dishes.
Viñadores de Gredos 2019 Surprise Chasselas Cebreros
Spanish White
An oxidative, Oloroso-like nose brings toasted nuts, warm spice and apple compote. The palate is dry and textural, with pear, dates and candied-nut richness cut by vibrant acidity. Savoury rather than fruity in the conventional sense, it stays fresh and distinctive, finishing with a gently earthy, sherry-like tang and persistent nutty detail.
Callejuela 2019 Las Mercedes Añina
Spanish White
Shining golden yellow, with green apple, pear skin and crystalline lemon peel carried by distinctly marine freshness. The palate is layered and savoury, combining hay, chalk and a quiet earthy note from flor with mouthwatering salinity. Complex without feeling heavy, it finishes lively and mineral, with the fruit held in a fine coastal frame.
Lagar de Cervera 2019 Albariño Rías Baixas
Spanish White
Citrus rind, apricot and ripe white fruit open the nose, joined by fresh apple and pear. The palate enters brightly, then broadens with confident structure and a finely judged mineral line. Lemony acidity keeps the fruit precise, while dry tangerine and citrus notes return on a clean, crisp and elegant finish.
Losada 2019 Mencía Bierzo
Spanish Red
Black cherry and plum lead with toast, dark chocolate and licorice, while mountain herbs and mineral notes add lift. The palate is expressive and balanced, with integrated tannins and acidity carrying the fruit into a composed finish. Generous but not heavy, it suits grilled steak, roast lamb or mushroom dishes.
Telmo Rodríguez 2019 Pegaso Arrebatacapas Cebreros
Spanish Red
Cherry red and taut, with red berries, sweet spice and balsamic herbs drawing the nose into a cool, scrubland character. The palate is firmly structured yet energetic, its bright acidity lifting the fruit and keeping the savoury detail precise. Peppery spice and herbal freshness linger on the dry, focused finish.
Viña Ane 2019 Autor Eduardo Monge Rioja 1.5 L
Spanish Red
Perfumed raspberry and black cherry lead, sharpened by fine baking spice and cracked pepper. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with an easy lift of acidity carrying the fruit through long, firm but polished tannins. Harmonious and finely judged, it finishes with lingering cherry, spice and quiet oak warmth rather than overt weight.
Radikon 2019 Sivi Pinot Grigio
Italian White
Roses, cranberry, tangerine and red pomelo lead a vivid, complex bouquet, joined by fresh herbs and a gentle tea-like note. The skin-contact palate is savoury and mineral, with bright acidity, fine tannic grip and a saline finish. Serve lightly chilled with grilled vegetables, charcuterie or richer seafood dishes.
Domaines Bunan 2019 Mas De La Rouviere Bandol
French Red
A deep, structured Bandol with blackberry, plum and hedgerow fruit layered over garrigue, pepper and a faint gamey note. Mourvèdre brings firm tannins and savoury depth, while the supporting varieties round the palate and keep the fruit generous. Give it some air, then serve with roast lamb, grilled meat or earthy dishes that match its Mediterranean character.
Les Cortis 2019 Uzee Bugey
French Red
Fresh, fluid and fruit-driven, with an alpine wildness held in a clean, precise frame. The palate is structured and moderately intense, balancing bright fruit with savoury depth. Whole-cluster maceration brings lift, while ten months on fine lees adds texture before a clean, lively and easy-moving finish.
Les Cortis 2019 Sillon Savoie
French Red
A delicate, mineral red with violet-tinged colour and layered aromas of redcurrant, raspberry, cassis, blackberry and blueberry. Rose, violet, musk, clove and cinnamon add lift and detail. The palate has real energy, with notable power shaped by remarkably melted tannins, carrying the floral, spiced fruit into a composed finish.
Rivera 2019 Il Falcone Castel del Monte Rosso Riserva DOCG
Italian Red
Tenute Silvio Nardi 2019 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Black cherry and cassis lead a layered, savoury profile, joined by dried herbs, underbrush and toasted almond. The palate is composed and firmly balanced, with velvety tannins carrying the dark fruit into a persistent finish. Generous without excess, it is well suited to braised lamb, roast pork or aged pecorino.
Poggio al Tesoro 2019 Dedicato a Walter Bolgheri Superiore DOC
Italian Red
Blackcurrant, plum and dark berries lead, with black pepper, aromatic herbs and balsamic eucalyptus adding definition. The palate is rich and imposing yet fresh, framed by firm, velvety tannins and a clear mineral line. Savoury spice and concentrated fruit build through a long, composed finish that remains precise rather than heavy.