2021
Joya 2021 Vinho Tinto Lisboa
A smooth Portuguese red blend with intense aromas of ripe red fruit and cinnamon. The palate is well balanced, with soft tannins and a light, persistent feel that keeps the fruit approachable. Subtle wood notes add savoury depth to the complex finish, making it a comfortable match for grilled meat, tomato-based pasta or firm cheese.
Vecchia Cantina 2021 Chianti Riserva
A rounded Chianti Riserva with red cherry, plum and dried herbs, supported by gentle oak spice and a savoury Tuscan character. The palate is mid-weight and supple, with Sangiovese freshness balancing the ripe fruit and fine tannins. Composed and ready for the table, it is a dependable match for tomato-based pasta, grilled meat, mushrooms or aged pecorino.
Michele Reverdito 2021 Barbera d’Alba
Tinel Blondelet 2021 Sancerre Rose
A pale, finely textured Sancerre rosé with red currant, wild strawberry and citrus over a clean flinty note. The palate is fresh and mineral, with soft red fruit and a dry, quietly persistent finish. Its restrained style works well with goat’s cheese, grilled fish, summer vegetables or a simple plate of prawns and herbs.
Fattoria La Vialla 2021 Casa Conforto Chianti Superiore
Dried berry and baked strawberry open into a concentrated, savoury palate. Earth and warm spice bring depth, while a measured oak note adds structure and a gently rustic edge. The fruit stays present through the finish, giving the wine enough richness for the table without losing its firm Tuscan character. Serve with braised lamb, tomato-based pasta or aged pecorino.
Alchemist 2021 Pinot Noir
A vibrant Pinot Noir with wild strawberry, raspberry and red cherry, joined by rose petal, subtle spice and a light forest-floor note. The palate is medium-bodied and supple, with silky tannins and bright acidity carrying the pure red fruit. Fresh and gently savoury on the finish, it remains polished and approachable while retaining the wine’s lively, perfumed character.
Pirramimma 2021 Petit Verdot
A delicate nose gives way to a full-bodied rush of dark berry fruit. The palate is bold and hearty, with concentrated flavour and a firm structural line that suits robust food. Richness drives the centre, while the grape's naturally assertive character gives the finish weight and persistence. A confident red for braised beef, grilled lamb or slow-cooked tomato dishes.
Caves Sao Joao 2021 Reserva Bruto Branco
Citrus yellow in the glass, with an intense nose of dried flowers, bright citrus and light toasted notes. The palate opens fresh, then broadens into a well-balanced, structured mousse. Lively acidity keeps the texture precise, while persistent aromas carry the finish with measured depth from extended lees ageing. Serve well chilled with appetizers, grilled fish, white meats or a restrained fruit dessert.
Real Agrado 2021 Rioja Crianza
Fresh red fruit leads, framed by gentle oak and soft toasted notes. Dry and medium-bodied, the palate is fruit-forward yet composed, with lively Rioja acidity and moderate tannins giving shape. A classical profile carries a subtle modern ease, finishing long and clean. Serve with roast lamb, pork, grilled mushrooms or aged manchego.
Mission Hill 2021 Reserve Merlot
Wild blackberry and dark cherry rise from a structured, full-bodied palate. Ripe dark fruit is framed by refined tannins, with French oak adding measured depth rather than overt sweetness. Rich yet composed through the middle, it closes on a persistent, polished finish. Decant briefly and serve with grilled steak, roast lamb, braised beef or firm aged cheese.
Domaine de Marcoux 2021 Cotes du Rhone
Ripe cherry and wild berries lead with classic garrigue, giving a fragrant, savoury profile. The palate is juicy and medium-bodied, with fresh acidity, smooth tannins and a mineral edge that keeps the fruit bright. Energetic and polished through the finish, it suits roast chicken, grilled sausage or herb-led vegetable dishes.
Henricsson 2021 Kajsa Chardonnay
Pear and apple meet ripe citrus and measured caramel tones from barrel ageing. Medium-full to full bodied, the palate is mouth-coating and viscous yet never cloying, with a mineral line keeping the richness in balance. The texture is expansive, the structure composed, and the finish remarkably persistent. Serve with roast halibut, lobster, poultry or creamy mushroom dishes.
Sella & Mosca 2021 Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva
Cherries and dark berries meet herbs, smoke and sun-dried tomato on a savoury, Mediterranean-leaning nose. The palate is medium-bodied and lightly peppery, with subtle minerality, polished tannins and a measured touch of spice. Blueberry and dark chocolate add depth before a tasty, composed finish. A natural match for roast lamb, sausages or mushroom dishes.
Sella & Mosca 2021 La Cala Vermentino di Sardegna
Fresh pear, golden apple and lemon open a crisp, composed Vermentino, with a seashell-like mineral note bringing definition. The medium-bodied palate carries crunchy stone fruit and clean citrus through a bright, dry finish. Serve well chilled with grilled prawns, fried calamari, summer salads or simply prepared white fish.
Domaine des Escaravailles 2021 Les Sablieres Cotes du Rhone
Ripe fig and fresh mint give the nose an appealing mix of generosity and lift. The palate is round, silky and fruit-forward, with white pepper and nutmeg bringing gentle savoury detail. Supple and easy to enjoy yet nicely composed, it finishes with soft spice and pairs naturally with roast chicken, grilled sausages or a relaxed plate of charcuterie.
Violet Hill 2021 Pinot Noir
A fragrant Oregon Pinot Noir with rose petal, button mushroom and wild raspberry. The palate is medium-bodied, juicy and transparent, with sweet red-berry fruit supported by fine tannins and fresh acidity. Pretty but not slight, it finishes with gentle savoury detail and works well with salmon, roast poultry, mushrooms or simply grilled pork.
Pavette 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon
Black Hills 2021 Nota Bene
Fresh red and black fruit lead a silky, finely handled palate. Dense, sweet tannins give the wine depth without sacrificing finesse, while earlier picking and restrained new oak preserve freshness and detail. The texture is polished, the structure firm but approachable, and the fruit remains clear through the finish. Decant briefly and serve with grilled beef, lamb or mushrooms.