2020
Le Vieux Pin 2020 Ava
Ripe stone fruit and warm spice lead a broad, inviting nose, with floral notes and restrained oak adding depth. The palate is full-bodied and dry, layering apricot and pear over a creamy, generously weighted texture. Fresh acidity keeps the richness in balance, while subtle vanilla and spice carry a long, polished finish.
Luís Seabra 2020 Xisto Cru Tinto
Dark ruby, with ripe cherry, raspberry and wild strawberry framed by violet, green herbs and a thread of smoke. Lively acidity cuts through the red-fruited core, giving the palate energy and precision. Forest floor and black pepper add savoury detail, while flinty, wet-stone minerality carries the finely structured finish.
Sartirano Figli 2020 Piemonte Rosso
Juicy red fruit and cherry are accented by dried herbs and a modest touch of spice. The palate is expressive and medium-bodied, with velvety tannins and enough freshness to keep the ripe fruit in balance. A savoury, lightly spiced finish makes it versatile with risotto, braised pork, grilled pizza or mushroom dishes.
Zenato 2020 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Dried black cherry and cassis open an intense, aromatic nose, followed by truffle and dark chocolate. The palate is silky and luscious, with concentrated fruit carried by ripe tannins and enough freshness to keep the richness composed. Complex and lingering, it closes on savoury cocoa and spice and suits slow-braised beef, game or mature cheese.
Egon Muller 2020 Kabinett Wbk
A delicately sweet German white with white peach, tangerine, apricot and almond cream. Vibrant acidity gives the ripe fruit definition and keeps the palate energetic, creating a precise balance between sweetness and freshness. Graceful through the finish, it is well suited to lightly spiced dishes, soft cheese, fruit-based desserts or a quiet glass on its own.
Kristinus 2020 Lunel Muscat Pét-Nat
Grosbois 2020 Clos Du Noyer Chinon
A succulent Chinon with wild herbs and wormwood alongside ripe red fruit and a light floral note. The tannins are finely handled, coating the palate with a texture reminiscent of cocoa powder without overwhelming the fruit. Savoury, satisfying and well balanced through the finish, it suits roast poultry, grilled pork, mushrooms or herb-led dishes.
Domaine Sainte-Anne 2020 Saint-Gervais Cotes-du-Rhone Villages
Generous but composed, with cherry, strawberry and blackcurrant layered over pepper, thyme and a quiet earthy note. The palate is dry and savoury, bringing dark fruit, fine spice and supple texture into a balanced finish. A short decant will help the blend open; serve with roast lamb, grilled sausages, braised beef, mushrooms or herb-led Provençal dishes.