Wine
Villa Barcaroli 2022 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
Juicy red berries lead, joined by subtle spice and earthy, savoury depth. The palate is generous but unforced, with supple structure and natural freshness keeping the fruit lively. Stainless-steel ageing preserves its energy and purity, while a lightly rustic edge gives the finish character, balance and an easy affinity with food.
Ciu Ciu 2019 Bacchus Piceno Rosso
Ruby with violet highlights, developing warmer tones with age. The nose moves from ripe fruit and flowers toward subtle savoury complexity, while the palate is dry, full and well balanced, with measured tannins and a lightly saline edge. Made from carefully selected Sangiovese and Montepulciano; ideal with pasta ragù, grilled meats or aged cheese.
Domaines Bunan Le Vin De B 2023 Rouge
A smoky southern French red with dark cherry and a lightly wild, savoury edge. The palate opens gradually, moving from smoke into ripe fruit with a rounded, easygoing texture. Serve it with barbecue, smoked cheese, hearty soups or grilled sausages; a brief chill and a little air help its dark-fruited character show clearly.
Domaines Bunan 2024 Le B Blanc
Casa Marin 2023 Cartagena Riesling
Pale yellow and dry, this Riesling brings honeydew melon, peach and ripe citrus together with mineral detail, a hint of petrol and a light herbal edge. Firm acidity keeps the palate focused and energetic. The fruit opens gradually through the finish, balancing coastal freshness with a measured, gently rounded sense of ripeness.
The View 2015 Well-Heeled Red
Black cherry, toffee and fruit cake lead a rich, fortified red, with late-harvest fruit giving the palate generous sweetness and depth. Pinotage brings dark berry character while Merlot adds roundness and polish. Succulent and warming, it finishes at length with preserved fruit and caramel spice, a natural partner for dark chocolate or blue cheese.
Royal Tokaji 2013 Aszú 5 Puttonyos 250 mL
Honey and peach lead a delicate, graceful palate, with citrus fruit and gentle spice adding lift and definition. Concentrated sweetness is held in balance by crisp acidity, giving the wine poise rather than heaviness. The finish is elegant, clean and notably persistent. Serve lightly chilled with fruit-based desserts, blue cheese, foie gras or as a small contemplative glass on its own.
Elephant Island 2022 Cassis
Deeply concentrated black currant fruit leads with an exuberant, almost liqueur-like intensity. The palate is rich and sweet, yet the vivid fruit keeps the profile energetic rather than heavy. A smooth, generous texture carries through the finish, leaving a long, unmistakably dark-berry impression with enough freshness to invite another small pour.
Elephant Island 2019 Cherry Wine
Ripe cherry opens with almond, gentle spice and a light floral note. The palate is smooth and concentrated, layering sweet cherry fruit with enough tartness to keep the texture lively. Subtle vanilla and earthy tones add depth, while a long, velvety finish carries cherry compote and soft spice without becoming heavy.
Great Northern 2018 Zinfandel
Black currant and cranberry lead an expressive nose, with dried plum at the core and quieter notes of mushroom, pepper spice and coffee. The palate is lively and tangy, carrying black cherry through firm but energetic tannins. Pepper and dark fruit linger into a racy finish, with the generous weight staying well integrated.
Lake Breeze 2023 Riesling
Tart green apple, fresh apricot and lime pulp lead a crisp, finely drawn profile. The palate is dry, clean and lean, with bright natural acidity carrying citrus and orchard fruit through the centre. The finish is refreshing and precise, leaving a quiet mineral impression and enough structure to reward a little bottle age.
Fort Berens 2019 Riesling
Green apple, fresh lime and white peach lead with a subtle wet-stone mineral note. The palate is bright and fruit-forward, balancing a gentle touch of sweetness with lively acidity and clean citrus energy. The texture remains light and precise, carrying orchard fruit and minerality into a refreshing, quietly persistent finish.
Marichel 2017 Lone Wolf Syrah
Violet, wild sage and cracked white pepper open a savoury, cool-climate profile. The palate brings ripe blackberry and raspberry together with earthy undertones and fine structure, favouring freshness over jammy weight. Pepper and dark fruit carry into a focused finish, while the floral lift keeps the wine expressive and well balanced.
Alderlea Vineyards 2023 Bacchus
Heady floral and citrus aromas open into juicy kiwi and ripe apricot. The palate is clean and crisp, with mature-vine fruit giving the wine more presence than its refreshing profile first suggests. Balanced acidity keeps everything bright and direct, carrying orchard fruit, citrus and a light floral echo through a fresh, poised and gently persistent finish.
Haywire 2022 King Family Vineyard Merlot
Ripe blackberry, boysenberry and black cherry lead, with savoury leather bringing definition to the fruit. Concrete fermentation shapes a supple, silky texture, while the palate remains generous without feeling heavy. Sourced from old vines, it carries a composed sense of depth and freshness through the finish. A polished, quietly sensual red with excellent table versatility.
Whispering Horse 2023 L’Acadie
Nectarine, mandarin, gooseberry and white blossom lead, with fresh-cut grass adding a savoury edge. Fuller-bodied and juicier than a typical cool-climate white, it remains smooth and balanced on the palate. Stone and orchard fruit carry into a delicate saline finish, giving the wine breadth without losing freshness.
Provenance Vineyards 2019 Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley
Melon and ripe citrus open with a creamy, gently rounded texture shaped by lees ageing. A small portion of Sémillon adds silkiness and soft fruit, while stainless-steel freshness keeps the palate lively. Subtle vanilla, mineral detail and a snap of anise bring definition to the robust fruit, leaving a clean, composed finish.
Haywire 2025 King Family Vineyard Pinot Gris
Ripe pear, melon and tropical citrus meet spice and a distinctive savoury herbal note. The palate is clean and spare, with concrete fermentation preserving freshness while adding gentle texture. Crisp, balanced and ready to drink, it finishes with orchard fruit and a dry mineral edge. Pair with spicy tuna rolls, prawns or fresh salads.
Blue Grouse 2022 Quill White
White peach and pineapple lead with a light jasmine perfume. Juicy citrus brings energy to the palate, while vibrant natural acidity keeps the blend bright and precise. The texture remains clean and easy-moving, with tropical fruit, orchard fruit and delicate florals carrying into a refreshing, well-balanced finish that invites another glass.