Wine
Wine
Penfolds Cabernet Sauvignon Bin 407 2018
Australian Red
A polished South Australian Cabernet with cassis, blackberry, violet, bay leaf, tobacco, cedar and graphite. Carefully judged oak frames the fruit without crowding it, while the medium- to full-bodied palate balances concentration with freshness. Fine, persistent tannins lead into a savoury, chocolate-tinged finish. Serve it with grilled steak, roast lamb or a rich mushroom dish.
Grand Vin de Leoville du Marquis de las Cases 2010
French Red
A monumental Saint-Julien with deep cassis, blackcurrant and plum, joined by cedar, cigar box, graphite, clove and mineral notes. The full-bodied palate is tightly structured, layering powerful dark fruit over firm, finely grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Long and classical through the finish, it deserves a generous decant alongside prime beef, venison or lamb.
Chateau Haut Bailly Grand Cru Classe 2019
French Red
A refined Cabernet-led Pessac-Léognan with cassis, black cherry and plum, layered with violet, tobacco, cedar, graphite and crushed stone. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, yet sleek and composed, with fine tannins and fresh acidity carrying the fruit into a persistent mineral finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, lamb or duck.
Cune Imperial Rioja 2012
Spanish Red
A mature, classical Rioja with blackberry, dried cherry, cedar, tobacco, vanilla, leather and warm spice. The palate brings ripe dark fruit together with savoury earth and a fresh mineral lift, supported by polished tannins and measured structure. Graceful rather than heavy through the persistent finish, it suits roasted meats, grilled lamb or aged hard cheeses.
Antinori Tignanello 2022
Italian Red
A benchmark Tuscan red led by Sangiovese, with ripe cherry, blackberry, violet, tobacco, cedar and sweet spice. The palate is concentrated yet energetic, layering dark fruit, cocoa and savoury herbs over vivid acidity, fine-grained tannins and integrated oak. Long and refined through the finish, it rewards air and pairs naturally with steak, lamb or richly flavoured Italian dishes.
Chateau de Beaucastel Chateau du Pape 2020
French Red
Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020 is a classic, Mourvèdre-led Southern Rhône red that shows the estate’s trademark depth and savoury complexity. Aromas of black cherry, blackberry, dried rose, lavender, liquorice, leather and garrigue lead into a layered palate of dark fruit, pepper, earth and warm spice.
Full-bodied and structured, it keeps its shape through fresh acidity, firm but polished tannins and a long mineral finish. A serious, ageworthy red for roast lamb, game or slow-braised meats.
Laronde 2014 Bordeaux Superieur
French Red
A mature Bordeaux blend with dried dark fruit, cedar and leather, shaped by dusty tannins and firm acidity. The palate is dry and savoury, showing restrained fruit and a graphite-like mineral line rather than overt richness. Clean and composed on the finish, it is well suited to roast beef, lamb, mushrooms or other quietly earthy dishes.
Kir-Yianni 2021 Xinomavro Ramnista
Greek Red
A firm, age-worthy Xinomavro with deep colour, pronounced acidity and powerful tannins. Its dark-fruited profile is framed by a complex aromatic character and a distinctly structured palate, giving the wine both freshness and the capacity to develop over time. Decanting will help it open; serve with braised beef, lamb, mushrooms or rich tomato-based dishes.
Majas 2025 Blanc Cotes Catalanes Organic
French White
A youthful white blend with clear freshness and a mineral edge. Floral and fruity aromas lead into white peach and lemon zest, while lively acidity keeps the palate bright and focused through a clean finish. Easy to enjoy but neatly composed, it suits salads, grilled vegetables, light seafood or a simple plate of fresh cheese.
Damilano 2024 Moscato D’Asti
Italian White
Château Musar 2016 Magnum
Lebanese Red
Red cherry, plum, carob and fig shape a deep, generous aroma, lifted by a measured thread of eastern spice. The palate carries kirsch and plum into blackcurrant and dark chocolate, with velvety tannins providing quiet structure. Fruit concentration gives the wine depth without dulling its freshness. The finish is long and composed, leaving cherry, spice and cocoa.
Domaine des Tourelles 2020 Red
Lebanese Red
Ripe dark fruit sits against a vibrant, juicy core in this minimal-intervention red. Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon each make up forty percent of the blend, with Cinsault and Carignan completing it. The contrast between generous fruit and lively freshness reflects the Bekaa Valley's hot, dry days and cool nights, giving the palate both richness and energy.
Domaine des Tourelles 2021 Vieilles Vignes Cinsault
Lebanese Red
Wild cherry and raspberry lead, followed by cracked white pepper, dried herbs and worked leather. Fine salts add a mineral note, while long, fine tannins carry the palate. The fruit comes from fifty-year-old, dry-farmed Cinsault in the Western Bekaa, fermented with native yeasts in concrete and aged in neutral French barrels. Pepper, herbs and tannin remain through the finish.
Château Musar 2017 Red
Lebanese Red
Sweet red cherry, mulberry and plum lead an expressive aroma, lifted by tea leaf, liquorice and gentle spice. The palate has generous fruit depth, fresh balanced acidity and soft, well-integrated tannins. Savoury complexity builds gradually without obscuring the bright core of fruit. The finish is long and elegant, carrying dried herbs, red berries and a subtle earthy warmth. Further cellaring will bring added harmony.
Domaine des Tourelles Bekaa Blanc
Lebanese White
Exotic fruit and floral aromas lead an aromatic white and continue onto the palate. The fruit is juicy, and the finish is mouth-watering. Floral notes remain part of the profile alongside exotic fruit. Lebanese mezze, Spanish tapas and other Mediterranean small plates are the established pairings. The documented character combines aromatic fruit, flowers, a juicy palate and a mouth-watering finish.
Mersel 2020 Lebnani Ahmar Cinsault
Lebanese Red
Violet, ripe cherry and strawberry open this fresh, fruit-led red, followed by pepper, dried herbs and a faint smoky note. Made entirely from organically farmed Cinsault in the Bekaa Valley, it is fermented with native yeasts in concrete and bottled unfined and unfiltered. The profile is medium-bodied and dry, with red fruit, spice and herbs remaining clear through the palate.
Van Niekerk 2022 Rebellie Bot River
South African Red
Red cherry, cranberry and raspberry lead the nose, joined by subtle orange, fynbos, musk and earth. The palate is poised rather than fragile, with clear fruit expression, fresh acidity and powdery tannins. Made from Grenache, it includes forty percent whole bunches and spends ten months in older oak. Fruit, freshness, fine tannin and savoury detail come together in a precise, well-defined profile.
Van Niekerk 2024 Goue Rif Overberg
South African White
Pure Chardonnay brings sourdough bread, oatmeal and waxed lemon, with a creamy note from full malolactic fermentation. The palate is rich and rounded, with underlying energy and mineral character. Lemon and orange sit alongside freshly baked bread, spice and leesy complexity, while integrated acidity carries the smooth texture into a gently savoury close. The overall profile remains generous, layered and composed.
Van Niekerk 2023 Sonwater
South African White
Flinty reduction opens alongside peach, soft citrus and hay. The palate is taut yet carries real weight, with dense fruit, snappy acidity and a salty-savoury finish. A dry blend of Chenin Blanc and Clairette Blanche, it was naturally fermented, whole-bunch pressed and matured in barrel for ten months. The final profile brings dense fruit, firm freshness and savoury detail together in a distinctive white.
Chozas Carrascal 2023 Las Dosces Bobal
Spanish Red
Deep cherry-red with youthful violet highlights. The nose is fresh and expressive, bringing ripe red cherry, blackberry and wild raspberry together with light toast, cocoa, balsamic herbs and cracked pepper. The palate is medium-bodied and supple, with juicy acidity, smooth tannins and a core of dark berry fruit balanced by gentle spice. Ripe fruit, cocoa and pepper define the profile.
Howling Bluff 2025 Sauvignon Blanc Semillon Okanagan Valley
Canadian White
Ripe citrus, honeysuckle and pineapple rise first, followed by green apple and honeydew. The palate is bright and clean, with enough fruit weight to soften its brisk acidity without losing definition. A lightly floral, refreshing finish makes this a polished match for shellfish, fresh cheeses, summer salads or simply a well-chilled glass before dinner.
Tourterelles 2022 Vire-Clesse Mg
French White
A generous large-format white Burgundy with ripe pear, white peach, lemon curd and acacia blossom. Hazelnut and wet-stone notes add detail, while the supple palate balances rounded orchard fruit with fresh mineral lift and a touch of creaminess. Elegant and approachable through the finish, it is well suited to roast chicken, creamy seafood or buttery vegetable dishes.
Cantina Colli Euganei 2023 Rialto Merlot Colli Euganei
Italian Red
Dark berry fruit fills the palate from the first sip, generous and full-flavoured without feeling heavy. Bright freshness and juicy lift give the wine an easy, energetic shape, while soft, harmonious tannins frame the fruit rather than dominate it. The finish is smooth and uncomplicated. Serve slightly cool with pizza, tomato-rich pasta, grilled sausages or simple roast chicken.
Hewitson 2021 Old Garden Mourvedre
Australian Red
Blueberry, raspberry and black cherry rise with heady spice, mint and a measured touch of mocha. Plump and silky on the palate, it balances succulent fruit with bright acidity and soft, spicy tannins, while dark chocolate and herbs add savoury depth. Generous without heaviness, it pairs naturally with lamb shank, game or slow-cooked beef.
Charles Heidsieck NV Blanc de Blancs Champagne
French Sparkling
White peach and candied citrus open with lime, honeysuckle and fresh hazelnut. The palate is finely textured and bright, carrying mature orchard fruit through a creamy middle and persistent, precise bubbles. Reserve wines and extended lees ageing add depth without dulling the freshness. The finish is elegant and long, leaving lemon, tangerine, soft florals, chalk and a gentle nutty note.
River Stone Estate Winery 2022 Splash White
Canadian White
An aromatic, gently off-dry white with ripe pear, white peach and a touch of tropical fruit. The palate stays light and streamlined, bringing crunchy Asian pear, subtle spice and refreshing lift through the finish. Easygoing but polished, it suits mildly spiced dishes, fresh cheeses or a relaxed aperitif, served well chilled.
River Stone 2022 Sparkling White Merlot
Canadian Sparkling
River Stone Estate Winery 2022 Estate Sauvignon Blanc
Canadian White
Passion fruit, ripe gooseberry and pink grapefruit lead, with melon, pineapple and a subtle herbal lift. The palate is dry and medium-bodied, balancing a gently creamy texture with bright, mouthwatering acidity. Mineral detail carries through a long, clean finish. Fresh and composed, it is an easy match for white fish, shellfish or herb-led vegetable dishes.
River Stone 2022 Estate Pinot Gris
Canadian White
Apple, pear, melon and stone fruit give the nose a generous, inviting start. The palate is gently off-dry but kept lively by balanced acidity, with a subtle mineral note adding definition through the centre. Smooth and refreshing, it carries the fruit into a long, clean finish. Serve lightly chilled with roast chicken, creamy cheeses, grilled prawns or lightly spiced vegetable dishes.