2019
Château de Coulaine 2019 Chinon Bonnaventure 750 mL
Very ripe red fruit and spice lead into a round, ample palate. Cabernet Franc brings concentration without losing definition, while pleasant tannins give the wine a composed, gently structured shape. A saline note threads through the fruit and adds savoury contrast to the generous core. The finish remains full and balanced, carrying ripe red fruit, spice and that subtle saline edge with measured persistence.
Les Cortis 2019 Mérune 750 mL
Green apple and melon lead, followed by lemon peel and a broader citrus note. The profile moves from orchard fruit toward a more pithy citrus register, giving the wine a clear progression across the palate. Chardonnay provides a familiar frame, but the fruit remains individual and finely detailed. The finish is compact and fruit-led, with lemon peel lingering after the softer melon note recedes.
Rigour & Whimsy 2019 Hyperdrive 750 mL
Orchard fruit leads with a firm line of acidity and a clear sense of structure. Pinot Blanc provides the wine's spine, while Viognier adds a more expressive counterpoint and broadens the aromatic profile. The two varieties were fermented separately before blending, preserving their distinct roles. The result is energetic and unconventional, with fruit and freshness held in a focused, well-defined frame.
Monastero Suore Cistercensi 2019 Benedic Lazio Rosso 750 mL
Pale and translucent in the glass, this gentle red favours clarity over weight. Sangiovese and Ciliegiolo bring fresh red-fruit character, while a two-week maceration adds light grip without sacrificing delicacy. Natural fermentation and restrained cellar work preserve an unadorned, quietly savoury profile. The result remains clear and composed, with fresh fruit continuing through a clean, understated finish that suits the wine's light touch.
Enderle & Moll 2019 Liaison Pinot Noir 750 mL
Dark berry fruit leads a complex profile, with clear herbal tones adding a savoury counterpoint. Cherry and clove bring extra lift and spice, keeping the fruit from feeling one-dimensional. The palate stays focused and layered, with ripe berry flavour at the core and warm spice around the edges. Freshness holds the profile together, carrying into a composed finish marked by red fruit, herbs and clove.
Domaine Fond Cyprès 2019 Cyprès de Toi Blanc 750 mL
Ripe stone fruit leads with the generous scent of a warm orchard, balanced by a clear line of freshness. The palate is rounded but not heavy, carrying peach and apricot tones through a clean, stainless-steel profile. A gentle savoury note adds shape through the centre. Bright and quietly textured, it closes with lingering orchard fruit and a fresh, composed finish.
Tenuta di Castellaro 2019 Bianco Pomice 750 mL
Citrus and field flowers open, followed by ripe orchard fruit, cedar and a measured almond note. The palate is broad and finely textured, with fresh acidity and a distinct saline mineral line carrying the fruit. Orange pith and pear add definition through the centre, while white pepper brings gentle lift. Dry and persistent, it finishes with citrus, sweet almond and a long volcanic-mineral edge.
Winemaker’s Cut 2019 Rosé 750 mL
Field berries, candied strawberry and white peach lead, joined by watermelon and a gentle floral lift. The palate is crisp yet creamy, with bright berry fruit and citrus framed by mouthwatering minerality. A light savoury note gives the fruit shape without adding weight. Dry and refreshing, it closes cleanly with tart strawberry, peach and a lingering citrus edge.
Josh Cellars 2019 Chardonnay 750 mL
Bright citrus and juicy peach lead, followed by apple, pear and a measured note of honey. The palate is rounded without feeling heavy, with gentle oak, cream and vanilla adding texture around the fruit. Lemon and lime bring freshness through the middle, while hints of apricot and pineapple add breadth. Balanced and approachable, it finishes cleanly with soft fruit, restrained richness and a lingering citrus edge.
Cappellano 2019 Otin Fiorin Piè Rupestris Barolo 750 mL
Red cherry and lifted floral notes meet earthy truffle, warm stone and subtle spice. The palate is medium-bodied yet concentrated, with pure fruit held in tension by firm, classic tannins. A mineral edge and savoury depth build through the middle while the texture remains pliant and finely judged. Long and structured, the finish carries rugged energy with unusual harmony and refinement.
Castellare di Castellina 2019 I Sodi di San Niccolò Toscana Rosso 750 mL
Ripe cherry, dark berries and currants open with violet, vanilla, leather and cedar. The palate is full and richly textured, its concentrated fruit held by firm, fine-grained tannins and precise balance. Earthy and savoury detail develops beneath the fruit while the structure remains supple. The finish is long and composed, returning to dark berries, aromatic herbs, spice and polished tannin.
Conti Costanti 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 750 mL
Wild red berries lead with chestnut, sweet earth, anise and a touch of orange. The palate is sculpted and stately, combining firm structure with vivid acidity and a gracious, controlled flow. Savoury and earthy details bring depth without obscuring the fruit. The finish is long and resonant, returning to red berries, spice and a refined mineral tension.
Paolo Scavino 2019 Barolo Prapo Nebbiolo 750 mL
Black cherry and red cherry lead with lifted rose, mint and a measured savoury edge. The palate is structured yet composed, its ripe fruit framed by firm, polished tannins and fresh acidity. Notes of liquorice, tar, rosemary and gentle spice build through the middle without obscuring the fruit. The finish is long and focused, carrying dark cherry, herbs and fine mineral tension with classic depth and restraint.
Poderi Aldo Conterno 2019 Il Favot Langhe Nebbiolo 750 mL
Aromatic and finely detailed, with red cherry, plum and rose layered over gentle spice and a subtle earthy note. The palate is medium-bodied and supple, combining soft fruit with delicate freshness and elegant tannins. Fine structure keeps the wine lively without making it austere. The finish is clean and persistent, returning to red fruit, florals and spice with a smooth, composed feel.
Celler Escoda-Sanahuja 2019 Nas del Gegant Red 1.5 L
Strawberry, raspberry and cherry lead, with plum and darker berry fruit adding depth. Earth, leather and mineral notes give the aromas a savoury edge, while pepper, thyme and a touch of white pepper bring lift. The palate is dry and energetic, with a firm but balanced shape. Red fruit returns on the finish alongside earthy detail and gentle spice.
Famiglia Cotarella 2019 Montiano Merlot 750 mL
Black cherry, redcurrant and ripe plum meet sandalwood, cedar, balsamic herbs and a measured note of dark chocolate. The palate is full and concentrated, yet fresh acidity keeps the fruit energetic and clearly defined. Silky, polished tannins build a refined structure without heaviness, while rosemary, orange peel and gentle spice add lift. The finish is long, harmonious and savoury, with dark fruit returning.
René Rostaing 2019 Côte-Rôtie La Viaillère 750 mL
Kirsch, blackberry and ripe plum are framed by violet, dried herbs, olive and green pepper. The palate combines concentration with a velvety, savoury texture, its dark fruit held in line by fresh acidity and fine, rounded tannins. Pepper and mineral notes sharpen the profile as it opens, while a measured touch of oak adds polish. The finish is long, floral and gently herbal rather than heavy.
Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2019 Hermitage La Chapelle 750 mL
Black olive and smoked bacon give the first impression a dark, savoury tone, followed by crushed blackberry, graphite and violet. The palate is dense but not jammy, with concentrated fruit held by firm, fine-grained tannins. A clear mineral line keeps the power focused, and the finish is exceptionally long, elegant and floral. Decant well before serving with venison, braised beef or aged hard cheese.
Domaine Anne Gros 2019 Vosne-Romanée Les Barreaux 750 mL
Sweet spice and ripe red fruit open with strawberries and raspberries, followed by violets, peonies and a hint of pink rose. Old-vine depth gives the palate a velvety, concentrated feel, while the cooler site brings freshness and finely drawn mineral detail. Expressive and perfumed without losing composure, it combines generous texture with a clear sense of place and finishes poised, floral and persistent.
Trimbach 2019 Riesling Grand Cru Mandelberg 750 mL
Ripe yellow fruit fills the nose and palate, generous and succulent without losing clarity. The texture is broad and mouth-filling, balanced by enough freshness to carry the ample body. Mineral tension and a firm, finely cut structure keep the fruit precise, while the finish is long and texturally complex. Serve with roasted fish, shellfish, white meats or dishes with gentle spice.