2020
2020
Rust 2020 Solus
Canadian Red
Dense black cherry and blackberry meet espresso, dark chocolate and toasted cedar in a compact, full-bodied red. Chewy tannins frame the concentrated fruit, while a firm cocoa bitterness keeps the finish savoury and composed. Structured and cellar-worthy, it benefits from air and suits deeply flavoured beef or mushroom dishes.
Osoyoos Larose 2020 Le Grand Vin
Canadian Red
Opaque garnet, opening slowly on dark fruit. The palate is fuller-bodied, round and smooth, with medium acidity giving shape to the sweet black-fruit core. Vanilla adds warmth without obscuring the fruit, while firm tannins gather through the finish. Decant for an hour and serve with osso buco, roast lamb, savoury mushrooms or other slow-braised dishes.
Fitapreta 2020 Os Paulistas Chão dos Eremitas
Portuguese Red
Luís Seabra 2020 Indie Xisto Tinto
Portuguese Red
Savoury red and blue fruit leads, with forest floor, wet stone and green herbs giving the nose a cool, earthy frame. Layered on the palate, it combines ripe berry depth with white and black pepper, fresh acidity and fine tannic grip. The finish is persistent, slate-led and quietly smoky, with the fruit remaining clear and composed.
Parras Wines 2020 Cavalo Negro Red
Portuguese Red
Soft, ripe and spicy, this Portuguese red is generously textured. Black fruit and acidity shine through an open structure, and the palate remains easy to drink. Ripe fruit and spice give the wine a generous character, while acidity stays clearly present within its open shape. It is a direct, dark-fruited style built around texture, freshness, spice and openness.
La Perdida 2020 Malas Uvas
Spanish White
Green apple and peach skin lead into dried flowers, ginger and a touch of sage. The palate is dry and lively, with a gently cloudy, textured feel, brisk acidity and a salty, earthy mineral edge. Savoury and characterful without losing freshness, it is especially good with steamed mussels, roast vegetables or firm cheese.
Borja Pérez Viticultor 2020 Artífice Llanito Perera Listán Blanco
Spanish White
José Antonio García 2020 Unculín Blanco Bierzo
Spanish White
Dry and finely structured, this Bierzo white combines Doña Blanca and Godello from old bush vines in Valtuille de Abajo. Pear and melon sit over a light waxy note, while bright acidity keeps the palate taut and clean. Native-yeast fermentation and time on the lees add quiet texture without dulling the wine's freshness. Serve with shellfish, grilled fish or fresh cheeses.
Suertes Del Marques 2020 Trenzado
Spanish White
A complex Atlantic white with citrus, white peach and wild herbs over smoky, flinty mineral notes. The palate is textured and fresh, with bright acidity and a saline line giving the fruit precision and drive. Long and savoury on the finish, it is a strong match for grilled fish, shellfish, roast poultry or herb-led vegetable dishes.
Arzuaga 2020 La Planta Ribera del Duero
Spanish Red
Cherry red with a violet rim, opening on tart strawberry, ripe cherry and subtle notes of scrubland and resin. Mineral detail and light toast add depth without crowding the fruit. Structured and fleshy on the palate, it remains smooth and fresh, with balanced acidity carrying the composed, persistent finish.
Verónica Ortega 2020 ROC Bierzo
Spanish Red
Dried rose, violet and ripe strawberry open the nose, followed by raspberry, bramble, liquorice and a cool balsamic-menthol note. The palate is full yet finely drawn, with juicy dark fruit, subtle incense and herbs carried by firm, fine-grained tannins. Fresh, balanced and quietly complex, it finishes long, savoury and poised for further development.
Fento 2020 Tinto Rías Baixas
Spanish Red
Tart red fruit and wild berries lead, edged by bramble, balsamic herbs and a subtle peppery note. The palate is light on its feet, with vivid acidity keeping the fruit direct and energetic. A savoury mineral line adds shape without heaviness, carrying the native red blend into a fresh, clean and gently rustic finish.
Albamar 2020 Edición Especial Nai Mencía Ribeira Sacra
Spanish Red
Deep red-purple, with ripe black fruit and dried herbs giving the nose richness and lift in equal measure. Soft and creamy on the palate, it balances red-fruit compote with savoury detail and well-judged acidity. Supple rather than heavy, the texture stays generous before a fresh, composed and gently herbal finish.
Albamar 2020 O Esteiro Tinto
Spanish Red
Eucalyptus and pine needles lead a distinctive, savoury nose, with the blend's delicate fruit kept light and lifted. The palate is sharp, fresh and finely drawn, showing restraint rather than weight. Caiño, Espadeiro and Mencia give it an Atlantic edge, with herbal detail and bright acidity carrying the finish. Serve lightly cool with grilled sardines, charred vegetables, pork or mushroom dishes.
Umani Ronchi 2020 Casal di Serra Vecchie Vigne Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore
Italian White
Broom and chamomile lead an elegant, mineral bouquet, followed by white peach, anise and a subtle almond note. The palate is crisp and fresh, with balanced acidity carrying a savoury, saline line through a long, composed finish. Serve with roast fish, shellfish risotto, poultry or aged sheep's-milk cheese.
Piera 1899 2020 Terre Magre Ribolla Gialla
Italian White
White rose, white peach, apple and pear shape a delicate, fruit-led bouquet, with a touch of citrus zest adding freshness. The palate is dry and finely balanced, carrying clean orchard fruit into a gently saline, refreshing finish. Serve with seafood antipasti, grilled vegetables, fresh cheeses or light pasta dishes.
Benito Ferrara 2020 Sequenzha Fiano di Avellino
Italian White
Alois 2020 Ponte Pellegrino Falanghina
Italian White
Pear and grapefruit open a fresh, floral white, followed by ripe peach, apricot and a light citrus note. Dry and smooth on the palate, it has enough rounded, almost waxy texture to feel generous, while bright acidity keeps the fruit focused. The finish is persistent and clean. Serve with grilled fish, shellfish or fresh cheese.
Nittardi 2020 BEN Vermentino Toscana
Italian White
Fresh lime, lemon zest and preserved pear give this Vermentino a vivid aromatic profile, with a delicate floral note adding lift. The palate is dry and composed, combining bright citrus acidity with a lightly saline edge and clean structure. Serve with grilled fish, summer vegetables or pasta with clams.
Les Cortis 2020 Neumite
French Red
Floral and red-fruited, with bright cherry and a light Beaujolais-like lift. The palate is graceful and energetic, gaining depth from semi-carbonic fermentation and extended skin contact while remaining fresh rather than heavy. Gentle structure and added complexity balance the vivid fruit, leading to a poised, clean finish.
Domaines Bunan 2020 Belouve Rouge
French Red
A supple southern French red with red cherry, plum and wild berry fruit, followed by violet, licorice and gentle spice. The palate is medium-bodied and rounded, with modest tannin and a fresh savoury line that keeps the ripe fruit in balance. Approachable but not simple, it works especially well with charcuterie, grilled sausages, roast vegetables or an informal midweek supper.
Chateau du Cedre 2020 Cahors
French Red
Juicy black fruit and savoury spice lead a rich, concentrated profile. The palate is dense and firmly structured, yet the fruit remains balanced and composed rather than heavy. Depth builds through a long, dark-fruited finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, lamb, braised mushrooms or mature cheese.
Gros & Tollot 2020 La CinsO
French Red
Ruby red with a youthful purple edge, opening on rose petal, raspberry, plum and warm spice. The palate has good substance and ripe fruit, shaped by a rounded texture and polished tannins. Freshness keeps the profile lively and precise, leading to a long, refined finish with generous red-fruit flavour and easy drinkability.
Castello di Bolgheri 2020 Bolgheri Superiore
Italian Red
Graphite and kirsch open, followed by black raspberry, fresh leather, cedar and a floral hint of lavender. Full-bodied yet refined, the palate combines dense dark fruit with vibrant acidity and a silky, well-integrated tannic structure. Savoury Mediterranean herbs carry into a generous, lengthy finish. Serve with roast lamb, braised beef, porcini or aged pecorino.
Podere San Cristoforo 2020 Ameri Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Deeply coloured and expressive, with blackberry compote, ripe plum and dark cherry layered with violet, rose, mocha, clove and licorice. The palate is concentrated and racy, supported by firm, chewy tannins and a fresh line of acidity. Herbal and resinous notes bring lift to the rich fruit, leading to a bold, persistent finish.
Tunella 2020 Pinot Nero Friuli Colli Orientali DOC
Italian Red
Intense ruby in the glass, opening with fragrant raspberry, strawberry and wild berries, followed by a light herbal lift. Dry and medium-bodied, the palate is fresh, supple and gently aromatic, with soft texture and a subtle savoury-bitter note adding definition. Bright red fruit carries cleanly through the poised, easy-flowing finish.