Wine
Château Calet 2019 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux
Rated 91 points and a Best Buy by Wine Enthusiast, this Merlot-led red combines ripe black fruit with a dense, smoky structure. The palate is generous and powerful, yet fresh acidity and supple tannins keep the fruit clearly defined. A savoury, dark-fruited finish gives it useful length. Serve with roast beef, duck, mushroom ragout or soft-ripened cheese.
Ciù Ciù 2024 Oris Falerio
Villa Locatelli 2024 Cabernet Franc Friuli Isonzo DOC
Deep ruby with an expressive mix of ripe cherry, leafy herbs and a clean vegetal lift. Medium-bodied and rounded, the palate carries supple red fruit over gentle tannins, with savoury green notes adding definition rather than weight. Fresh and composed through the middle, it finishes dry, balanced and quietly peppery.
Villa Locatelli 2023 Merlot Friuli Isonzo DOC
Ruby red with purple highlights, opening on fine, grapey aromas and fresh raspberry. The palate is harmonious and medium-bodied, with lively fruit, gentle tannins and enough savoury structure to keep the texture composed. Clean, supple and direct, it closes with a bright red-fruited finish and an easy sense of balance.
Villa Locatelli 2024 Pinot Grigio Friuli Isonzo DOC
Medium straw yellow, with floral aromas folded into ripe apricot and peach and a faint chalky note. Dry and medium-bodied, the palate is warm yet composed, combining generous orchard fruit with fresh acidity and a smooth, elegant texture. The finish is clean and balanced, with subtle mineral restraint.
Villa Locatelli 2023 Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso Friuli Isonzo DOC
Deep garnet with purple highlights, offering violet, plum preserve and dark-fruit notes, followed by black pepper and warm spice. The palate is sturdy and energetic, with fresh acidity, firm tannins and an earthy, savoury core. Dark fruit returns on the finish, leaving a brisk, peppered and confidently rustic impression.
Villa Locatelli 2024 Ribolla Gialla Venezia Giulia IGT
Pale straw with green highlights, offering delicate acacia blossom, lemon zest and fresh aromatic herbs. The palate is dry, bright and well balanced, with firm acidity and a clear mineral line supporting its citrus and floral character. Light on its feet but not slight, it finishes crisp, savoury and refreshingly direct.
Red Barn at Jagged Rock 2020 Discordian Chardonnay
Fresh-cut pear, green apple and nectarine skin meet flint, wet stone and a clear mineral edge. Lively acidity keeps the palate precise, while concrete ageing brings creamy mid-palate texture and measured weight. Lime, pear and sea salt carry the long, focused finish. Serve with halibut, roast chicken or creamy pasta.
Red Barn 2022 Jagged Rock Semillon
Fresh yet richly fruited, with ripe orchard and stone-fruit character shaped by a mineral edge. Concrete fermentation and ageing preserve purity while adding quiet texture, and the steep, sunlit vineyard brings generous ripeness without heaviness. A poised, distinctive white for grilled prawns, roast chicken, creamy vegetables or softly spiced dishes.
Brague 2018 Bordeaux Superieur
A rounded Bordeaux blend with generous red fruit, pepper and licorice on the nose. The palate is balanced and supple, with the Cabernets adding shape and freshness while stewed fruit and chocolate deepen the finish. Smooth enough for a broad range of meals, it is especially comfortable with roast beef, burgers, mushrooms or firm cheese.
Mas Gabinele 2022 Faugeres
Ripe blackberry, plum and red cherry are layered with liquorice, pepper, tobacco and warm Mediterranean herbs. The palate is generous yet balanced, with supple tannins and enough freshness to keep the dark fruit clearly defined. Spice and a light savoury note carry the finish. Serve with grilled lamb, sausages or slow-cooked vegetables.
Fallentimber Saskatoon Mead 750 mL
Bright and clean, this fruit-led mead balances floral honey with ripe Saskatoon berry, a hint of crab apple and subtle oak. The berry fruit brings freshness and gentle tartness, keeping the rounded honeyed palate poised through a smooth, well-balanced finish. Serve lightly chilled with roast pork, glazed poultry, aged cheddar or a berry tart; it is equally comfortable as an unhurried after-dinner glass.
Josh Cellars 2019 Chardonnay 750 mL
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.
Cassini Cellars Quattro White Blend 750 mL
White peach and tropical fruit lead, followed by apple, pear, lemon zest and a touch of orange. The palate is creamy yet fresh, with subtle minerality bringing definition through the centre. Crushed almond and gentle spice add texture without obscuring the fruit. Balanced and aromatic, it finishes cleanly with lingering citrus, orchard fruit and a composed mineral edge.
Lautus Savvy Red 750 mL
Pure red and black berries open with a generous but controlled fruit profile. A touch of oak adds quiet savoury depth, while fine tannins keep the palate polished and composed. The blend feels juicy through the centre without becoming sweet or heavy, carrying dark fruit into a clean, measured finish. Smooth and balanced, it closes with blackberry, red berries and a gentle echo of oak.
Rigour & Whimsy 2019 Hyperdrive 750 mL
Orchard fruit leads with a firm line of acidity and a clear sense of structure. Pinot Blanc provides the wine's spine, while Viognier adds a more expressive counterpoint and broadens the aromatic profile. The two varieties were fermented separately before blending, preserving their distinct roles. The result is energetic and unconventional, with fruit and freshness held in a focused, well-defined frame.
Moon Curser 2021 Arneis
Gala apple, apricot and white flowers lead a youthful, aromatic nose, joined by mint and yellow orchard fruit. The palate balances fleshy mid-palate weight with mouth-watering acidity, bringing kiwi, melon, grapefruit rind and Meyer lemon into focus. A clean mineral line carries the fruit through a graceful, zesty finish.
Lunessence 2022 Pinot Blanc
Honeysuckle, creamy pear and fuzzy peach lead a fresh, expressive nose, with pink grapefruit bringing a bright citrus edge. The palate is dry, sleek and racy, balancing orchard fruit with precise acidity and a lightly rounded lees texture. A clean mineral note runs through the finish, keeping the generous fruit focused and lively.
Deep Roots 2023 Sauvignon Blanc Naramata
Fresh apple and lemon zest give this a clear, bright opening, followed by a supple palate with juicy citrus at its centre. A subtle lactic, savoury edge adds character without obscuring the fruit. Straightforward and lively, it closes cleanly with enough texture for goat cheese, simply prepared shellfish or green vegetables.
Villa Barcaroli 2023 Trebbiano d’Abruzzo
Fresh floral aromas rise from the glass, followed by white orchard fruit and a delicate citrus lift. The palate is crisp yet gently enveloping, with savoury detail balancing its clean fruit and bright acidity. Persistent and quietly elegant, it finishes dry, refreshing and well suited to seafood, salads and simply prepared pasta.