Wine
Wine
Poplar Grove 2018 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Dark fruit and cassis lead into cedar, dried herbs and a restrained savoury note. Dense and firmly gripped, the palate still carries Okanagan freshness and supple fruit beneath its Bordeaux-inspired structure. Fine tannins extend the long, composed finish. Decant for an hour and serve with grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs or a mushroom pie.
Poplar Grove 2018 Syrah Okanagan Valley
Canadian Red
Blueberry and raspberry rise with white pepper, warm spice and a subtle herbal note. The palate is bright and balanced, bringing ripe fruit together with lively acidity and measured tannins. Savoury spice keeps the finish focused and food friendly. Pair with grilled lamb, roast duck, peppered mushrooms or lentils with rosemary.
Niche 2021 Near & Far Pinot Noir
Canadian Red
Cherry, raspberry and strawberry lead a vivid red-fruited profile. The palate is rich without feeling heavy, bringing the character of two distinct Okanagan sites together through layered structure and depth. Free-run juice and wild fermentation preserve freshness, while the small-batch texture remains composed through a quietly complex finish.
Fort Berens 2020 Cabernet Franc
Canadian Red
Black cherry, plum and blackcurrant set a generous dark-fruited tone. The palate is velvety and supple, with ripe fruit carried by a smooth, approachable structure. Subtle savoury notes keep the richness in check, while gentle tannins and balanced freshness lead into a composed finish with enough depth to develop further in bottle.
Nichol 2020 Nate’s Vineyard Syrah
Canadian Red
Wild blackberry, black cherry and juicy red berries lead a youthful, savoury nose, layered with violet, cracked pepper and fresh herbs. The palate brings sweet tobacco and rich black tea into the fruit, with meaty undertones adding depth. Fine structure and lively freshness carry the peppery finish.
Nichol 2020 550M Pinot Noir
Canadian Red
Herdade do Rocim 2022 Fresh From Amphora Nat’Cool Branco
Portuguese White
Co-op of Pico 2022 Arinto dos Acores
Portuguese White
Fresh tropical fruit leads into a subtle oak note, bringing gentle breadth without obscuring the wine's brightness. Refreshing acidity and clear minerality give the palate a precise, energetic shape. Persistent and distinctly salty through the finish, it is a polished match for shellfish, sushi, grilled fish or firm cheese.
Ilha do Pico 2022 Terras de Lava Branco
Portuguese White
Energetic and savoury, with a taut line of acidity and pronounced salinity defining the palate. Arinto dos Acores provides the core, supported by Fernao Pires, Verdejo and Moscatel for a layered, maritime profile. Clean and focused through the finish, it is a natural fit with oysters, shellfish, grilled fish or simply dressed vegetables.
Vale dos Ares 2017 Alvarinho Vinho Verde
Portuguese White
Rich tropical fruit arrives first, with honeyed citrus, peach and apricot adding depth without sacrificing freshness. The palate is smooth and mouth-filling, but a bright mineral line keeps the generous fruit focused. Dry and lightly tart through the finish, it closes cleanly with lingering stone fruit and citrus.
Niepoort 2021 Nat’Cool Branco 1L
Portuguese White
Hazy and gently spritzy, with yellow apple, pear skin and apricot skin leading a bright, lightly rustic profile. The palate is slim and softly fuzzy, lifted by lively acidity and a subtle line of spice. Serve briskly chilled and share freely; it is a natural fit for shellfish, salty snacks, fresh cheeses or simple vegetable dishes.
Bojador 2019 Vinho de Talha Branco
Portuguese White
Rocim 2021 Alicante Bouschet
Portuguese Red
A concentrated Alicante Bouschet with black fruit, mineral notes and restrained barrel spice. The palate is full and structured, with firm tannins balanced by fresh acidity and a dark-fruited core. Harmonious rather than heavy through the finish, it is well matched with grilled beef, braised lamb, mushrooms or hearty dishes with smoky, savoury flavours.
Cartuxa 2018 Pera-Manca Tinto
Portuguese Red
Blackberry, cassis and plum lead a deep, dark-fruited profile, with cinnamon bringing measured warmth and spice. The palate carries the same concentrated fruit with a composed, savoury shape, while the finish remains long and quietly persistent. Decant before serving with roast lamb, braised beef or richly seasoned mushrooms.
Cartuxa 2018 Evora Reserva
Portuguese Red
A full-flavoured Alentejo red with blackberry, wild cherry and red berries, layered with black pepper, eucalyptus, tea and toasted oak. The palate is rich and firmly tannic, though bright acidity keeps the fruit and savoury notes in balance. The finish is long, carrying berry, spice and tea-like detail that suits grilled beef, lamb or slow-cooked dishes.
FitaPreta 2020 Os Paulistas Chão dos Eremitas
Portuguese Red
Ruby in colour with a violet edge, opening on red berries, pomegranate and fresh herbal notes. The palate is long and structured but finely judged, with bright tannins, silky texture and lifted fruit keeping the wine graceful. Savoury undergrowth and subtle oak emerge toward the finish, which remains precise, vibrant and composed.
Mateus Nicolau de Almeida 2022 Trans Douro Express Cima Corgo
Portuguese Red
A lightly vegetal note of damp grass meets white pepper, red berries and restrained spice. The palate is broad and smooth, with bright fruit and savoury freshness keeping the texture lively rather than heavy. Subtle earthy tones carry into a gently spicy finish. Serve slightly cool with roast lamb, grilled sausages, lentil stew or rustic mushroom dishes.
Luís Seabra 2020 Indie Xisto Tinto
Portuguese Red
Savoury red and blue fruit leads, with forest floor, wet stone and green herbs giving the nose a cool, earthy frame. Layered on the palate, it combines ripe berry depth with white and black pepper, fresh acidity and fine tannic grip. The finish is persistent, slate-led and quietly smoky, with the fruit remaining clear and composed.
Niepoort 2015 Redoma Douro
Portuguese Red
Dark cherry, plum and blackberry meet violet, dried herbs and a cool mineral note. The palate is structured and energetic, with fine tannins carrying the fruit rather than overwhelming it. Savoury spice and graphite emerge toward a persistent, balanced finish. Give it air and serve with lamb, braised beef or earthy mushroom dishes.
Messias 2013 Clássico Garrafeira Bairrada DOC
Portuguese Red
Intense ruby, with resin, cedar and a cool balsamic lift set against distinctly saline, iodine-like detail. The palate is firm and substantial, shaped by fresh Atlantic acidity, yet the texture remains composed rather than severe. Savoury oak, dark fruit and mineral tension carry through a long, structured and age-worthy finish.
Caves Sao Joao 1966 Frei Joao Reserva Bairrada Magnum
Portuguese Red
Mature yet lively, opening with cassis, raspberry and dried fig over pine-needle, coffee and toasted-wood notes. The palate is full and structured, with fresh acidity keeping the evolved fruit clear while settled tannins give the texture a composed shape. Earthy and savoury detail builds through the middle. The finish is persistent, carrying dried fruit, coffee, gentle spice and polished woodland complexity.
Julia Kemper 2012 Aragonez Dão DOC
Portuguese Red
Deep ruby with wild blackberry at the centre, edged by gentle spice and a cool, resinous hint of pine. The palate is dry and velvety, with fine-grained tannins keeping the ripe fruit composed. Elegant rather than forceful, it carries fresh acidity and a delicate savoury line into a clean, quietly persistent finish.
CARM 2016 Douro Reserva
Portuguese Red
Very fresh and intense on the nose, with wild black berries, black cherry and a measured thread of liquorice, framed by subtle oak. Concentrated and warm on the palate, with firm tannins set into a smooth texture and enough freshness to keep the generous fruit composed. The finish is long, persistent and distinctly powerful.
Luis Pato 2017 Vinhas Velhas Tinto
Portuguese Red
Alvaro Castro 2016 Dão Reserva
Portuguese Red
Ripe dark and red fruit meet fine wood spice in an intense but polished aromatic profile. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with smooth, well-integrated tannins supporting generous fruit without becoming heavy. Elegant and appealing through the middle, it closes with savoury detail, measured oak and a long, balanced finish.
Quinta da Costa do Pinhão 2015 Peladosa
Portuguese Red
Fresh and mineral-led, with sapid plum and wild raspberry unfolding alongside rock rose, graphite, worn leather and beeswax. The palate carries ample yet finely placed tannins, giving the old-vine fruit structure without obscuring its energy. Pink peppercorn and schist-like mineral detail linger through a vibrant, savoury and persistent finish.
Parras Wines 2018 Cavalo Negro Red
Portuguese Red
Soft, ripe and spicy, this Portuguese red is generously textured. Black fruit and acidity shine through an open structure, and the palate remains easy to drink. Ripe fruit and spice give the wine a generous character, while acidity stays clearly present within its open shape. It is a direct, dark-fruited style built around texture, freshness, spice and openness.
Gomez Cruzado 2020 Rioja Blanco
Spanish White
A fresh Rioja Blanco with citrus blossom, green apple and pear, lifted by fennel, white flowers and restrained stone fruit. The palate is clean and vibrant, with bright acidity and a fine mineral edge carrying the fruit. Crisp and dry on the finish, it is a versatile choice for grilled fish, shellfish, salads or lightly dressed vegetable dishes.
La Perdida 2020 Malas Uvas
Spanish White
Green apple and peach skin lead into dried flowers, ginger and a touch of sage. The palate is dry and lively, with a gently cloudy, textured feel, brisk acidity and a salty, earthy mineral edge. Savoury and characterful without losing freshness, it is especially good with steamed mussels, roast vegetables or firm cheese.