Wine
Pio Cesare 2020 Ornato Barolo DOCG 750 mL
Blackberry, damson plum and black cherry lead, accented by violet, cinnamon, nutmeg and dark licorice. The palate is dense and powerful, with firm, fine-grained tannins wrapped around concentrated fruit. Rusty mineral, graphite, smoky notes and bitter citrus bring lift and definition. The finish is thick yet polished, holding its structure through lingering spice, dark fruit and a savoury mineral edge.
Pio Cesare 2010 Barbaresco DOCG 750 mL
Violet, strawberry, raspberry and wild cherry rise with cedar, tar, licorice and balsamic herbs. Elegant yet intense, the palate has ample depth, juicy fruit and bright acidity framed by ripe, firm tannins. Vanilla, cinnamon, mocha and forest-floor notes build through the middle. The finish is long and polished, carrying cherry, licorice and fine savoury detail.
Pio Cesare 2018 Barbaresco DOCG 750 mL
Wild cherry, raspberry, rosehip and black tea open with cedar, tobacco and sweet spice. The palate is medium-bodied and polished, combining vibrant red fruit with lively acidity and refined tannins. Savoury forest-floor notes and iron add depth without weighing down the fruit. The finish is broad, velvety and persistent, leaving rose, tea and earthy detail in balance.
Domaine Marcel Lapierre 2021 Morgon 3 L
Dried cherry, licorice and savoury spice emerge with a pronounced flinty note. Cool and sleek on the palate, the wine carries impressive concentration without losing its light-footed Beaujolais character. Fine acidity keeps the fruit precise while stony mineral detail tightens the frame. The finish is long, structured and harmonious, lingering on dried red fruit, spice and crushed stone.
Le Coste 2013 Paino Bianco Procanico 750 mL
Deep amber-gold in colour, with dried apricot, quince, crushed flint and a faint note of volcanic ash. The palate is full and textural, bringing ripe pear, chamomile, salted almond and honeycomb into focus. Bright acidity cuts through the breadth while firm, grippy tannins provide shape. The finish is persistent and mineral, retaining savoury tension and a clear imprint of its volcanic setting.
Domaine Louis Lequin et Fils 2018 Pommard Les Noizons 750 mL
Wilted violet, orange peel, red plum, raspberry, kirsch and dark forest berries rise over cedar, chocolate, scorched earth, licorice and vanilla. The palate is smooth and buoyant, its vibrant juiciness set against Pommard's rustic, savoury depth and gentle oak spice. Silky tannins keep the structure polished. The finish is long and harmonious, trailing black pepper, licorice and fine red fruit.
Luis Pato 2000 Quinta do Moinho Baga 750 mL
Dark fruit, red and black berries and mint lead, followed by leather, game, iron, menthol and a measured touch of vanilla. The palate is elegant and refined, with tangy, juicy fruit carried by lively energy and balanced structure. Herbaceous detail and a savoury, claret-like character deepen with air. The finish is composed and persistent, leaving dark fruit, earth and mature complexity.
Avennia 2016 Arnaut Boushey Vineyard Syrah 750 mL
Dark blackberry and blueberry open with grilled meat, crushed olive, black licorice, camphor and pen ink. Full-bodied and deeply concentrated, the palate remains balanced by bright acidity and sweet, fine tannins. Cracked black pepper, pan drippings, orange essence and hand-rubbed sage add savoury complexity. The finish is exceptionally long and nuanced, lingering on saline mineral notes, spice and dark fruit.
Prats & Symington 2016 Chryseia Douro 750 mL
Ripe blackcurrant, red plum and raspberry lead, layered with violet, dark chocolate, licorice and Earl Grey tea. The palate is full-bodied and polished, balancing generous dark fruit with lively acidity and fine-grained, velvety tannins. Pepper, graphite and earthy spice bring definition through the middle. The finish is long and fresh, carrying mocha, floral detail and measured structure.
Nicolas-Jay 2016 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 750 mL
Black cherry and plum lead, accented by violet, dried herbs and bay laurel. The palate is dense and focused, with brilliant red and black fruit framed by impressive tannins and racy acidity. Olive, savoury herbs and a saline edge bring definition through the middle. The finish is long and energetic, retaining bright fruit, mineral tension and a composed, structured feel.
Domaine Collet & Fils 2022 Chablis Premier Cru Vaillons 3 L
Elegant and finely structured, the palate carries notable density through a measured, linear frame. Its texture is composed and quietly expansive, balancing freshness with a subtle, rounded breadth from its mixed-vessel élevage. The wine builds gradually across the middle without losing precision. A very long finish preserves the same poised, understated character, making the overall impression clear, refined and complete.
Pelassa 2012 Barolo DOCG 1.5 L
Garnet red opens with dried flowers, mineral notes and an earthy touch of tar. Rich and balanced, the palate carries mature tannins with a velvety texture and measured intensity. Dark cherry, tobacco and savoury spice develop through the middle, maintaining a classical, austere frame. The finish is persistent and composed, leaving mineral detail, dried rose and firm, polished tannin.
Louis Roederer 2016 Vintage Brut Champagne 750 mL
Fine, energetic bubbles lift ripe cherry, redcurrant and candied citrus, followed by hazelnut, warm chalk and delicate toast. The palate is generous yet precise, with nectarine and red fruit carried by a creamy, silky mousse. Mineral tension, subtle spice and a saline edge keep the richness clear. The finish is long and textured, lingering on citrus peel, chalk and roasted nuts.
Vietti 2021 Perbacco Langhe Nebbiolo 3 L
Ripe red fruit opens with mint, sweet spice and a lightly floral note. The palate is robust and generous in its youth, yet shaped by rounded, elegant tannins and enough freshness to keep the fruit clear. Savoury earth and dried herbs emerge through the middle. The finish is long and refined, leaving red cherry, spice and a composed mineral persistence.
Cavallotto 2010 Barolo Riserva Vignolo 750 mL
Rose and violet rise over ripe black cherry, crushed raspberry, dried herbs and a mineral edge. The palate is concentrated and finely layered, with firm yet velvety tannins carrying anise, liquorice, tobacco and savoury earth. Its structure is powerful but precise, gradually opening to balsamic herbs and warm spice. The finish is long and persistent, balancing depth with classical Nebbiolo lift.
Podere Poggio Scalette 2014 Capogatto Tuscan Red Blend 750 mL
Black cherry and cassis lead, joined by blueberry, mint and a restrained touch of violet. Rich and full-bodied, the palate brings concentrated dark fruit into balance with vibrant acidity and smooth, velvety tannins. Cedar, leather and earthy spice build through the middle. The finish is long and polished, retaining freshness beneath the wine’s generous texture.
Château Haut-Bergey 2005 Pessac-Léognan Red Blend 750 mL
Blackberry and currant open with cedar, leather, forest floor and a measured touch of cinnamon and clove. Medium-full and focused, the palate carries ripe red and black fruit over chalky, fine-grained tannins and lively acidity. Tobacco, liquorice and smoky earth add savoury depth without weighing it down. Mature yet still composed, it finishes long and mineral, with dried cherry, orange peel and gentle spice.
Graham’s 1994 Vintage Port 750 mL
Ripe blackberry, plum and cherry open with chocolate, licorice, tobacco and warm spice. The palate is powerful and concentrated, balancing generous fruit with velvety tannins and Graham's characteristic richness. Its sweetness is measured by depth and structure rather than simple weight. The finish is long and composed, lingering on dark fruit, cocoa, spice and a firm, mature persistence.
Castellare di Castellina 2019 I Sodi di San Niccolò Toscana Rosso 750 mL
Ripe cherry, dark berries and currants open with violet, vanilla, leather and cedar. The palate is full and richly textured, its concentrated fruit held by firm, fine-grained tannins and precise balance. Earthy and savoury detail develops beneath the fruit while the structure remains supple. The finish is long and composed, returning to dark berries, aromatic herbs, spice and polished tannin.
Henricsson Vineyard 2018 Kajsa Chardonnay 1.5 L
Full-bodied and lush, the palate has a broad, generous texture and substantial presence from the opening. Its expansive, rounded shape carries evenly through the middle, giving the wine depth without unnecessary ornament. The concentration feels composed rather than cumbersome, with a steady sense of richness throughout. The finish remains full and persistent, extending the same plush, measured character.