2020
Poplar Grove 2020 Merlot
Black plum and toasted vanilla lead, followed by ripe black cherry, raspberry and red currant. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with fresh, vibrant acidity carrying the fruit while soft, elegant tannins give it shape. A light herbaceous note and white pepper add savoury detail. Serve with roast pork, lamb, grilled sausages, mushrooms or tomato-braised dishes.
Rust 2020 Solus
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
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.
Fort Berens 2020 Cabernet Franc
Black cherry, plum and blackcurrant set a generous dark-fruited tone. The palate is velvety and supple, with ripe fruit carried by a smooth, approachable structure. Subtle savoury notes keep the richness in check, while gentle tannins and balanced freshness lead into a composed finish with enough depth to develop further in bottle.
Nichol 2020 Nate’s Vineyard Syrah
Wild blackberry, black cherry and juicy red berries lead a youthful, savoury nose, layered with violet, cracked pepper and fresh herbs. The palate brings sweet tobacco and rich black tea into the fruit, with meaty undertones adding depth. Fine structure and lively freshness carry the peppery finish.
Nichol 2020 550M Pinot Noir
FitaPreta 2020 Os Paulistas Chão dos Eremitas
Ruby in colour with a violet edge, opening on red berries, pomegranate and fresh herbal notes. The palate is long and structured but finely judged, with bright tannins, silky texture and lifted fruit keeping the wine graceful. Savoury undergrowth and subtle oak emerge toward the finish, which remains precise, vibrant and composed.
Luís Seabra 2020 Indie Xisto Tinto
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.
Gomez Cruzado 2020 Rioja Blanco
A fresh Rioja Blanco with citrus blossom, green apple and pear, lifted by fennel, white flowers and restrained stone fruit. The palate is clean and vibrant, with bright acidity and a fine mineral edge carrying the fruit. Crisp and dry on the finish, it is a versatile choice for grilled fish, shellfish, salads or lightly dressed vegetable dishes.
La Perdida 2020 Malas Uvas
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.
Jose A Garcia Unculin 2020 Godello
A fresh, precise Godello with citrus blossom, green apple and pear, joined by white flowers, fennel and a subtle stony note. The palate is clean and focused, with bright acidity, fine texture and a gentle saline edge. Linear and elegant on the finish, it works naturally with shellfish, grilled fish, fresh cheese or lightly dressed vegetables.
Vinya Alfori Purest 2020 Verdejo
A fresh, aromatic Verdejo with citrus peel, green apple and white peach, joined by fennel, wild herbs and subtle floral notes. The palate is bright and clean, with crisp acidity, light texture and a gentle mineral edge. Juicy but dry on the finish, it balances Mediterranean ripeness with the variety’s characteristic herbal freshness.
Suertes Del Marques 2020 Trenzado
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.
Botijo Rojo 2020 Garnacha Tinta Valdejalón
Pomegranate red, with vivid cherry and blackberry aromas sharpened by black pepper and a spicy backdrop. The palate is juicy, fresh and direct, carrying fruit through fine, balanced tannins. A pleasing mineral line keeps the generous flavour focused, while concrete ageing preserves energy and clarity through an elegant, easygoing finish.
Arzuaga 2020 La Planta Ribera del Duero
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
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.