Wine
40 Knots 2019 Gamay
Quinta Do Sil 2021 Godello Valdeorras
An expressive Godello with ripe pear, mirabelle plum and loquat, layered over aromatic herbs, green tea and a subtle hydrocarbon note. The palate has confident structure and a gently creamy texture, balanced by enough freshness to keep the fruit precise. Persistent and silky on the finish, it combines generous orchard-fruit character with savoury, mineral detail.
Callejuela Blanco de Hornillos
Fatalone 2022 Spinomarino Greco Puglia
Spring flowers, green apple and pineapple lead, with soft honey adding breadth. The palate is smooth and balanced, carrying apricot, yellow plum and green banana over a fresh, mineral line. Generous but lively through the finish, it suits fried seafood, grilled fish, fresh mozzarella or a simple vegetable pizza.
Mas des Caprices 2018 RAS Rouge à Siroter Vin de France
Clear ruby in colour, with crunchy cherry, red currant and a light touch of sweet spice. The palate is bright and easy-moving, balancing juicy Mediterranean fruit with silky tannins and a refreshing finish. Light enough for an aperitif yet savoury enough for the table, it suits charcuterie, grilled sausages or a sunny picnic.
Caruso & Minini 2020 Naturalmente Bio Perricone Terre Siciliane IGT
Red-skinned berries, cooking spice and grilled herbs shape a lively, aromatic nose. The juicy palate brings red currant, clove and star anise into focus, balanced by firm tannins and bright acidity. Liquorice and bramble fruit add depth, while a fresh, persistent finish keeps the wine energetic and easy to pair.
Masseria Li Veli 2023 Passamante Salice Salentino
Ripe plum, blackberry and blackcurrant lead, joined by leather and sweet violet. Full-bodied without feeling heavy, the palate is rich and composed, with silky tannins carrying the dark fruit into a lingering close. Licorice and coffee add savoury depth to the finish. Serve with braised beef, roast lamb, eggplant parmigiana or tomato-based pasta.
Cirelli NV Vino da Tavola Rosso
Red cherry, raspberry and plum set a generous, immediately appealing tone, with oregano and other herbal notes adding a savoury edge. The palate is juicy and medium-bodied, but a chewy texture and firm tannic grip keep the fruit from feeling simple. Fresh, energetic and food-friendly, it suits tomato-based pasta, grilled sausages, roast vegetables or hard cheese.
Carlo Revello & Figli 2022 Dolcetto d’Alba
Red cherry and plum lead this fresh, lively red, with a floral lift adding detail to the nose. The palate is generous without feeling heavy, bringing ripe red plum and black cherry into a clean, refreshing finish. Its easy energy makes it a natural partner for antipasti, tomato-based pasta, roast poultry or a simple plate of cured meats and cheese.
Lavau 2022 Tavel Rose
Candied cherry, cassis and frozen raspberry lead a vivid, fruit-forward rose, with pepper and spice adding lift. Creamy yet vibrant, the medium-bodied palate carries good volume and intensity without losing focus. A generous, structured style with a clean, spicy finish, it suits grilled salmon, tomato-based dishes or charcuterie served slightly chilled.
Birch Block 2022 Rosé
Dry and energetic, with wild strawberry, crunchy cherry and ruby-red grapefruit leading the way. Crisp acidity keeps the palate light and refreshing, while a subtle mineral edge gives the fruit clean definition. The finish is bright, tart and quietly savoury rather than sweet. A versatile rosé for charcuterie, grilled salmon, picnic fare or simple summer vegetables.
D’Arenberg 2021 Custodian Grenache
Red cherry, cranberry and plum lead a generous but composed profile, with savoury herbs adding lift and detail. The palate is rounded and full, shaped by graphite-like tannins that give the fruit a firmer edge. Balance holds through the finish, leaving the wine rich without feeling heavy. A natural fit for lamb, grilled meats or aged cheese.
Domdechant Werner 2018 Hochheim Guts-Riesling Trocken
Orange blossom gives the nose a clear floral lift, leading into a palate that feels both tightly drawn and quietly creamy. Citrus provides the central line of flavour, bringing freshness and definition as the wine opens. The finish lingers with a clean saline edge, leaving a poised, refreshing impression.
Coquard 2019 Fleurie
An elegant cru Beaujolais with violet, peony, ripe strawberry and raspberry, accented by white pepper and cinnamon. The palate is light-bodied and silky, with bright cherry and cranberry held in balance by refreshing acidity and soft tannins. Floral detail returns on the smooth, lingering finish, making it a versatile partner for charcuterie, roast poultry, grilled pork or mushrooms.
Domaine Montmartel 2016 Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan
Coquard 2019 Julienas ‘Jules Cesar’
A layered French red with crushed pomegranate, orange zest and red tea, lifted by a soft waft of vanilla. The palate is medium-bodied, with tight, fine-grained tannins giving shape to the aromatic fruit and a flavourful finish. Give it a little air, then serve with roast poultry, grilled pork, mushrooms or gently spiced charcuterie.
Lapeyre 2019 Jurancon Sec
An aromatic dry white built around Gros Manseng, with dried apricot, peach, vanilla and a gentle floral note. Citrus and toast add lift and savoury detail on the palate, while the medium-bodied texture carries into a long, clean finish. Its balance of ripe fruit and freshness suits roast poultry, richer fish, creamy cheeses or lightly spiced dishes.
Rabasse Charavin 2017 Côtes du Rhône Villages Plan de Dieu
Robust and sun-warmed, with blackberry, black plum and black cherry layered with Provençal herbs, cracked pepper, liquorice and dried earth. The palate is full and rounded, its ripe dark fruit framed by firm tannins, savoury spice and a stony mineral pull. A warm, persistent finish makes it a natural match for grilled lamb, braised beef, sausages or hard cheese.
Sohler Philippe 2019 Riesling
A bright, aromatic Riesling with lime zest, green apple and white peach, lifted by floral notes and wet stone. The palate is light to medium in body, with mouth-watering acidity and a clear mineral drive carrying the citrus and orchard fruit. Clean and focused on the finish, it pairs neatly with shellfish, fresh herbs, pork or lightly spiced dishes.
Sohler Philippe 2020 Pinot Gris
A gently aromatic Pinot Gris with pear, yellow apple and ripe peach, joined by honey, almond and soft spice. The palate is rounded and lightly oily in texture, balanced by modest acidity and a clear core of orchard fruit. Smooth and quietly expressive on the finish, it carries lingering stone-fruit and nutty notes without feeling heavy.