2023
2023
Domaine Séguinot-Bordet 2023 Chablis Premier Cru Fourchaume
French White
Mint, quinine, lemon rind and brine appear with a light oak note. The middleweight palate has a stony character, followed by a balanced, clean and dry finish with length and complexity. Honeysuckle, linden and crushed stone also add further detail. The wine is Chardonnay from estate vines in the Fourchaume sector known as L'Homme Mort.
Domaine Fumey-Chatelain 2023 Arbois Chardonnay
French White
Yellow fruit, white flowers and anise appear in a mineral, fresh and elegant profile. The vines grow on clay and limestone, with plantings from the nineteen-fifties and the twenty-tens. The wine is made entirely from Chardonnay. Fermentation is spontaneous with native yeasts in barrels, while maturation lasts twelve months in barrel. This white wine comes from the Jura region of France.
Emandare 2023 Estate Pinot Noir
Canadian Red
About two acres of Pinot Noir occupy the middle of a south-facing terraced slope near Somenos Lake and Mount Prevost. The dry-farmed vineyard is kept to roughly two and a half tons per acre. Clones 667 and 777 each make up forty percent, with fifteen percent clone 115 and five percent clone 114. Fermentations use ambient yeasts.
Lou Dumont 2023 Bourgogne Blanc
French White
Lemon zest, ripe pear, white peach, white blossom, hazelnut and crushed limestone accompany crisp citrus and subtle creaminess. Bright acidity and a saline finish add further detail. Made entirely from Chardonnay, the wine ferments with indigenous yeasts and matures on fine lees, mainly in older French oak. Sulphur additions are minimal, and the wine is made without bâtonnage.
Bénédicte & Stéphane Tissot 2023 Arbois Chardonnay Patchwork
French White
Grilled sesame, honey, lemon confit, mineral notes and ripe apple accompany a dry, medium-bodied wine with dominant acidity, generous mouthfeel and balanced wood. White blossom, peach, white pepper and toast add further detail. The Chardonnay comes from several smaller Jura parcels on mixed soils. Fermentation and maturation take place in barrel, and the alcohol level is thirteen and a half percent.
Rombauer 2023 Carneros Chardonnay
American White
Ripe yellow peach, Meyer lemon and chamomile accompany clove and vanilla. A rich, concentrated profile has a creamy, round mouthfeel. Sweet oak, honeysuckle, pineapple, matchstick and honey also appear. Fragrant apple and flowers add further detail. A lush character is also present, and the finish is rich. This Chardonnay comes from Carneros in California and carries 14.5 percent alcohol.
Cascina Penna-Currado 2023 Derthona Timorasso E.P.
Italian White
Yellow fruit, acacia and chamomile sit beside light tropical notes. The profile is structured and complex, with marked acidity, minerality and freshness. The wine is made entirely from Timorasso grown in fifteen-year-old, east-facing vineyards at Berzano di Tortona. Cellar details include submerged-cap maceration, indigenous-yeast fermentation and lees ageing in ceramic vessels, stainless steel and a small portion of acacia casks.
Domaine Moreau-Naudet 2023 Chablis
French White
Vibrant citrus aromas show clarity and structure. The profile includes concentrated citrus and mineral flavours, energy, and an intense, saline mineral finish. One vineyard parcel covers 3.5 hectares, with vines at Préhy and Courgis. Citrus oil, honeycomb, white flowers and oyster shell add further detail. The wine is medium to full bodied, layered and satiny.
Domaine Bachelet-Monnot 2023 Chassagne-Montrachet
French White
Lemon, green apple and ripe pear open a precise, quietly generous bouquet. White flowers and a light toasted note add breadth, while chalk and wet stone bring a clear mineral edge. The palate is balanced and finely shaped, with fresh acidity carrying citrus and orchard fruit through a creamy middle. Long and composed, it closes with lemon curd, hazelnut and a clean saline finish.
Domaine Bachelet-Monnot 2023 Puligny-Montrachet
French White
Green apple, pear and white flowers open a lifted, finely detailed bouquet. Petrichor and a light reductive note add mineral tension, while toasted hazelnut brings subtle depth. The palate is balanced and poised, with bright citrus and orchard fruit carried by fresh acidity. A creamy middle softens the edges without obscuring the wine's precision. Long and clean, it finishes with lemon curd, nuts and chalk.
Domaine Gros Frère et Sœur 2023 Vosne-Romanée
French Wine
Red and black cherry lead an aromatic, silky profile, with rose and strawberry adding lift. The palate is elegant and finely textured, carrying ripe fruit without excessive weight. Fresh acidity keeps the wine lively, while supple tannins provide a quiet frame. Gentle spice develops through the middle and gives the fruit additional definition. The finish remains poised and persistent, leaving cherry, floral detail and a measured savoury edge.
Domaine de la Grosse Pierre 2023 Fleurie Bel Air
French Red
Peony and wild raspberry rise over pomegranate and redcurrant in a light, perfumed profile. The palate is graceful and lifted, with whisper-fine tannins giving gentle shape rather than weight. A mineral grip gathers toward the finish, joined by pink peppercorn and a final return of fresh red fruit. Serve slightly cool with roast chicken, charcuterie, grilled salmon or mushroom dishes.
Prieuré de Montézargues 2023 Tavel Rosé
French Rosé
Bright pink with red-cherry highlights, opening on yellow peach, redcurrant and blood orange. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with ripe cherry and peach gaining depth from almond, pastry cream and a light liquorice note. Citrus keeps the generous texture fresh and defined. It finishes long and elegant, carrying cherry stone, orange and peach through a polished, gently savoury close.
Domaine de l’Aigle 2023 Chardonnay Limoux
French White
Toasted brioche and gentle oak frame ripe peach, quince and honeydew, with a subtle note of herbal tea adding detail. The palate is rounded yet energetic, carrying roasted stone fruit into a salty, mineral line. Citrus-marmalade brightness keeps the richer texture in balance. It finishes with measured toast, fresh acidity and a savoury, lightly saline persistence.
Three Sisters 2023 Bench Red
Canadian Red
Dark berry and cherry fruit lead, with earthy undertones and a measured layer of oak. Merlot and Cabernet Franc shape a full but approachable palate, supported by smooth, refined tannins rather than heavy extraction. The texture is rounded and velvety, allowing the fruit to remain clear. It finishes with steady length, leaving dark fruit, gentle earth and a polished tannic frame.
Autour de l’Anne 2023 Les États d’Anne
French Red
Fresh red fruit opens with an energetic, lightly smoky edge. The palate is bright and tingly, with semi-carbonic crunch giving the Cinsault and Grenache blend a lively, chillable texture. Fine spice adds definition without muting the fruit, while concrete fermentation keeps the profile clear and direct. It finishes crisp and savoury, leaving red berries, smoke, gentle spice and a refreshing snap.
Envínate 2023 Migan Tinto
Spanish Red
High-toned strawberry and red fruit open with a smoky volcanic edge. The palate is vibrant and finely structured, with refreshing acidity and precise tannins keeping the fruit taut and energetic. Whole-cluster fermentation in concrete adds savoury depth without obscuring the wine's brightness. Mineral detail gathers through the centre, leading to a focused finish of strawberry, smoke, fine spice and cool stone.
Tenuta Sant’Antonio 2023 Scaia Corvina
Italian Red
Cherry, black cherry and plum lead, joined by raspberry, currant and a measured floral note of rose and violet. The palate is fresh and well balanced, with enough body to carry the dark fruit while remaining graceful. A savoury mineral line adds definition through the centre. Smooth and vibrant, it closes with lingering berries, soft spice and a clean, gently structured finish.
Tender Hope Winery 2023 Rosé of Syrah
Canadian Rosé
Strawberry, raspberry and cherry lead, with a bright citrus note bringing lift. The palate is crisp and dry, keeping the red fruit clear and energetic rather than sweet or heavy. Fresh acidity gives the wine a clean outline, while a light floral tone adds detail through the centre. Refreshing and composed, it finishes with lingering berries, citrus and a gentle mineral edge.
Josh Cellars 2023 Chardonnay
American White
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.
Méo-Camuzet Frère et Sœurs 2023 Chambolle-Musigny Pinot Noir
French Wine
Perfumed, crunchy red fruit opens with violet and rose-petal lift, followed by a quiet thread of spice. The palate is dry, medium-bodied and finely shaped, with fresh acidity giving the fruit precision and energy. Silky texture and fine tannins keep the wine graceful rather than weighty. The finish is pure and persistent, returning to red berries, florals and subtle spice with composed length.
Méo-Camuzet Frère et Sœurs 2023 Fixin Pinot Noir
French Wine
Dark currant and berry fruit meet potpourri, earth, graphite and a subtle wild note. The palate is medium-bodied and velvet-textured, with fine depth and an even balance between red and black fruit. Fresh acidity keeps the shape precise, while dusty, mildly rustic tannins add definition. The finish is quietly persistent, returning to dark fruit, earth and graphite with composed length.
Creek & Gully 2023 Crabby Pear Cider 750 mL
Canadian Cider
Fragrant Bartlett pear opens the aroma, followed by the firmer character of Hyslop crabapple. The palate balances ripe pear sweetness with bright acidity and a clear tannic frame, giving the fruit both lift and structure. Bottle fermentation adds gentle sparkle and keeps the finish lively rather than heavy. Serve chilled with roast poultry, pork, washed-rind cheese, savoury pastries or pear-led dishes.
Domaine Hudelot-Noëllat 2023 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
French Wine
Sweet berries, black cherry and plum are layered with confit orange, rose petal, bitter chocolate, woodsmoke and a light gamey note. The palate is ample and full-bodied, with precise fruit, ripe tannins and a firm line of acidity. Dark soil and measured oak add depth without blurring the finish. Give it air and serve with roast duck, venison or mushrooms.
Domaine Prieuré Roch 2023 Vosne-Romanée Le Clos Goillotte Monopole
French Red
Luminous wild strawberry and red cherry lead, with rose petal, dried herbs and a subtle earthy depth. Whole-bunch fermentation gives the aromatics lift and a finely stemmed savoury edge, while silky tannins and fresh acidity carry a persistent mineral finish. Biodynamic farming and vinification without added sulphites keep the expression direct and detailed. This is delicate rather than light; serve with roast quail, duck, mushrooms or a simple veal dish.
Domaine Pierre Vincent 2023 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
French White
Yellow plum, white peach and fresh apple open into jasmine, acacia, lemon zest and a subtle hazelnut note. The palate is concentrated but linear, driven by chalky minerality, firm acidity and a clean, lightly bitter finish. Fermentation begins in stainless steel before moving to barrel, with restrained new oak and a further period in tank preserving tension and detail. Give it air and serve with turbot, scallops, roast chicken or Comté.
De Bernard 2023 Cuvée Prestige Millesimato Glera Extra Dry
Italian Sparkling
Fresh and lightly aromatic, with green apple, banana, white flowers and a gentle citrus note. Fine, persistent bubbles and bright acidity balance the extra-dry softness, giving the palate an easy, clean finish. Made by the Charmat method, it is well suited to aperitif service, salty snacks, seafood, fresh fruit or soft cheese.
Le Raisin et l’Ange 2023 Hommage à Robert
French Red
Ripe red fruit opens warmly, followed by dark plum, dried herbs and a subtle peppery note. Whole-cluster carbonic maceration brings lift to this generous, rounded red, while stainless-steel ageing keeps the finish direct and fruit-led. Serve slightly cool with roast pork, grilled vegetables, lentils or a rustic mushroom dish.
Alderlea 2023 Sauvignon Blanc
Canadian White
Gooseberry and freshly cut grass lead a bright, aromatic nose. Zesty lime and crisp green apple carry through the palate, where lively acidity gives the wine a clean, refreshing shape. The fruit is fully ripened before a cool fermentation, preserving clarity and lift. Serve well chilled with goat cheese, fresh oysters, grilled prawns or herb-led salads.
Dönnhoff 2023 Weissburgunder Trocken
German White
Precise and quietly expressive, with lemon, crisp apple and pear joined by melon and a clear slate-like mineral note. The dry palate is medium-bodied, balancing ripe orchard fruit with fresh acidity and a restrained, elegant texture. A clean, stony finish works well with shellfish, richer fish dishes, roast poultry or mild cheeses.