Wine
Wine
Domaine Villalin 2018 Intemporel Genouillet
French Red
Garnet in colour, with a lightly toasted opening that gives way to wild strawberry and warm, smoky nuance. The palate is fairly dense yet well balanced by fresh acidity, keeping the wine lifted and composed. Spice gathers through the finish alongside notes of hay and white pepper, adding savoury length and character.
Domaine Les Vignes d’Adélie 2023 Chardonnay Vin de France
French White
Green and yellow apple open with clean definition, joined by grapefruit and a gentle honeyed note. The palate stays bright and fruit-led, with measured weight and enough softness to keep the citrus in balance. A neat, easy finish follows. Serve chilled with vegetable dishes, light pasta or cured meats.
Claude Lafond 2023 Préambule Pinot Gris Rosé
French Rosé
Vivid and aromatic, with a clean burst of fresh fruit and a bright, easy lift. The palate is lively and direct, keeping its fruit clear and refreshing rather than sweet or heavy. A polished, understated rosé with enough energy for the aperitif table and enough presence for grilled fish, summer salads, fresh cheeses or lightly seasoned vegetables.
Domaine Jean-Michel Dupré 2024 Bourgogne Blanc Les 7 Pièces
French White
Les Déesses Muettes La Farandole Rouge
French Red
An easy-drinking red from Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert, with a fruit-forward profile and clear aromatic lift. Direct and approachable in style, it places generous fruit and immediate pleasure at the centre. The open, uncomplicated character makes it a versatile choice for relaxed meals, simple grilled dishes or casual gatherings.
Clos des Nines 2023 Pulp White
French White
Bright and thirst-quenching, with fresh grapefruit, citrus zest, white peach and a light floral lift. The palate is smooth and fruit-forward, balancing juicy stone fruit with lively acidity and a clean mineral edge. Energetic and easygoing, it finishes crisp, lightly savoury and distinctly refreshing, with a gentle saline note that invites another glass.
Cordero di Montezemolo 2024 Fuoricasa Langhe Pelaverga
Italian Red
White pepper, violet and fresh strawberry lift from the glass, joined by juicy red berries and delicate spice. The palate is light-bodied, bright and supple, with crisp acidity and gentle tannins shaping its silky texture. Fresh, aromatic and quietly persistent, it can be served slightly cool with charcuterie, roast poultry or mushroom dishes.
Liberty Wines 2018 Similkameen Meritage Shiner
Canadian Red
Clove, bitter cherry and dried violets lead a structured, Bordeaux-inspired five-variety blend. Red fruit, vanilla, grilled mushroom and leather add layered savoury detail. The palate is full-bodied, bringing spice, fruit and savoury notes together. The finish is savoury. Braised meats or barbecue steak are the established food pairings for this full-bodied profile of fruit, spice, florals, mushroom and leather.
Oremus 1975 Tokaji Eszencia
Hungarian Dessert
Black tea and plum preserve lead the nose, joined by toasted almond and a smoky, briny edge. Exceptionally dense and oily in texture, the palate stays unexpectedly bright, with citrus lifting honeyed plum. Dried fruit, nuts and mineral tones build through a remarkably complex finish that feels poised rather than simply sweet.
Jacques Prieur 1996 Musigny Grand Cru
French Red
Warm, inviting and complex on the nose, with ripe raspberry, strawberry and blackberry layered over violet, spice and earthy mineral tones. The palate is rich and concentrated yet finely balanced, with sweet fruit, fresh acidity and polished tannins. Silky texture and graceful tension carry subtle oak and savoury detail into an elegant, persistent finish.
Joseph Drouhin 2006 Musigny Grand Cru
French Red
Musky floral aromas of magnolia and exotic orchid mingle with kirsch, dark cherry, plum, brown spice and a cool mineral edge. Rich and concentrated on the palate, the wine remains finely textured, with bright acidity and polished, fine-grained tannins. Savoury depth and chalky precision drive the long, resonant finish.
Louis Jadot 2009 Musigny Grand Cru
French Red
Rose petal, sweet red berries, plum and subtle spice rise over a restrained wet-stone note. The palate feels weightless yet intense, with concentrated fruit held by fine tannins and lively freshness. Richness builds without heaviness, while precise mineral detail and a supple texture carry the wine into a long, graceful finish.
Domaine Laroche 1999 Chablis Grand Cru Les Blanchots
French White
Tropical fruit, seasoned oak and ripe, pure fruit define the recorded profile of this 1999 Grand Cru. The palate is concentrated and forward, with firm underlying structure balancing its generosity. Bottle condition will shape how a wine of this age shows; serve slightly cool with lobster, roast poultry or firm cheese.
Domaine Faiveley 1997 Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru
French Red
Red cherry, dried strawberry and rose petal rise first, followed by forest floor and subtle spice. Raspberry and cranberry shape a composed, savoury palate, with tea leaf and earthy mineral detail adding depth. Firm, finely woven tannins give classical poise, while lingering floral and savoury notes carry the long, elegant finish.
Château Haut-Brion 1990 Pessac-Leognan
French Red
Opulent and mature, with ripe blackcurrant, mulberry and red currant layered with cedar, fine leather, tobacco, mushroom, chocolate and warm spice. The full-bodied palate is round and concentrated, balancing sweet fruit with fresh acidity, mature silky tannins and excellent depth. A long, pure finish follows; decant for about two hours and serve with beef tenderloin or roast lamb.
Pétrus 1998 Pomerol
French Red
Intense and opulent, with plum, blackberry, blueberry and chocolate-coated cherry framed by truffle, flowers, smoke, liquorice and a cool menthol lift. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate is rich yet polished, with silky texture, fresh acidity and a long, limestone-tinged finish. Allow two to three hours in a decanter and serve with beef, lamb or truffle-accented dishes.
Château Lafite Rothschild 1983 Pauillac
French Red
Supple, fresh and ready to enjoy, with cedar, tobacco and stone giving way to cassis, cranberry and ripe red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied, elegant and silky, balancing sweet fruit with savoury herbs, lead-pencil detail and a gently smoky edge. Little aeration is needed; pour carefully from a settled bottle and pair with roast chicken, veal or grilled mushrooms.
Ornellaia Eligo dell’Ornellaia Grappa Riserva
Italian Marc & Grappa
Soft fruit and floral aromas lead with fine spice, toasted oak and a subtle note of tobacco. The palate is silky yet powerful, carrying ripe grape character through cocoa, vanilla and warm roasted tones. Sweetness is present but controlled, giving the texture polish rather than weight. The finish is long and harmonious, leaving fruit, spice, gentle oak and a savoury cocoa echo.
Veuve Clicquot 2004 La Grande Dame Brut Champagne
French Sparkling
Floral and open, with baked pear, brioche and toasted nuts joined by apple, quince and a quiet honeyed note. The palate is creamy yet energetic, its fine mousse carried by bright acidity. Cherry, strawberry and chalk bring freshness and definition through the middle. The finish is balanced and persistent, leaving dried apple, pear, bread dough and a clean mineral trace.
Poplar Grove 2015 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Rich black and blue fruit coat the palate, joined by a restrained layer of soft French oak. The profile is linear and focused, with well-managed tannins giving the ripe fruit shape without roughness. Dark berries and subtle spice linger on the firm, satisfying finish. Decant for an hour and serve with roast beef, lamb shank or a mushroom Wellington.
Poplar Grove 2014 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Black fruit, dried leaves, licorice and sagebrush give the nose a distinctly savoury cast. The palate enters with generous, almost plush fruit, then firms through chewy but well-managed tannins and a quietly bitter edge that adds definition. Balanced and tactile, it finishes with good depth. Decant and serve with ribeye, braised short ribs or grilled portobello mushrooms.
Poplar Grove 2013 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Red and black fruit unfold with licorice, sagebrush and a dry savoury accent. The palate is controlled rather than heavy, with stylish fruit held by measured structure and balanced acidity. A gentle earthy note develops as it opens, leading to a composed finish. Decant briefly and pair with grilled beef, rosemary lamb, roast squash or aged cheddar.
Poplar Grove 2012 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Earthy cassis and red fruit meet leafy herbs and a distinctly savoury edge. Round and soft on entry, the palate is shaped by accommodating chalky tannins and enough freshness to keep the mature fruit composed. The finish is balanced and gently persistent. Decant carefully, then serve with a rare steak, roast lamb, lentils or a mushroom gratin.
Poplar Grove 2011 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Cassis and dark plum open with clay, leather and a quiet savoury note. The palate is fresh and tightly knit, with stone, cracked pepper and structured tannins carrying the fruit toward a long, measured finish. Now mature, it benefits from careful decanting to leave any sediment behind. Serve with roast beef, braised lamb or earthy mushroom dishes.
Poplar Grove 2009 The Legacy
Canadian Red
Dark fruit leads, followed by herbal and savoury tones that now carry much of the wine's character. The palate remains fresh and structured, with lively acidity, firm tannins and enough fruit to keep the profile balanced. Complex and mature, it benefits from a brief decant rather than hours of air. Serve with roast beef, lamb, lentils or grilled mushrooms.
Poplar Grove 2008 The Legacy
Canadian Red
Dark cherry and blueberry lead, with leather, rosemary, cocoa and coffee adding mature savoury detail. The palate is balanced and composed, its acidity still lively and its tannins subtle but persistent. Restrained French oak gives shape without overwhelming the fruit. A short decant should be enough; serve with grilled steak, roast lamb, braised mushrooms or aged cheddar.
Poplar Grove 2007 The Legacy
Canadian Red
Poplar Grove 2006 The Legacy
Canadian Red
Poplar Grove 2019 Syrah Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Savoury blackberry and raspberry lead with clove, vanilla and cracked black pepper. The palate is bold and concentrated, balancing medium acidity with firm tannins and a clear oak frame. Dark fruit and spice carry the long, complex finish. Decant generously and serve with braised beef, grilled lamb, smoked mushrooms or hard cheese.