Wine
Da Silva 2022 Vinho Branco
Floral aromas lead into citrus and orchard fruit, with a bright, composed palate that balances energy and texture. Lime, Cara Cara orange and lemon zest arrive first, followed by peach and nectarine through the mid-palate. Citrus peel and green apple return on the finish, leaving a clean, tart and mouth-watering impression.
Therianthropy 2022 Le Maillot Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc
Bright raspberry, tart cherry and crunchy pomegranate lead a light, silky red, with anise, fennel, thyme and earthy herbs bringing savoury definition. Whole-cluster carbonic fermentation emphasizes lift and immediacy, while juicy acidity keeps the fruit vivid. Fine texture carries the palate into a fresh, energetic finish that benefits from a slight chill.
Code Wines 2022 Estate Pinot Noir
Red cherry and red currant open into wet forest floor, potpourri and a touch of vanilla. The palate is delicate and crunchy, layering raspberry and pomegranate over a bright frame of acidity. Soft tannins keep the texture supple, while restrained French oak and lingering spice add depth through a poised, quietly savoury finish.
Marichel 2016 Estate Viognier
Fresh melon, ripe peach and apricot lead a clear, aromatic nose, with lemon and delicate floral notes adding lift. The palate sits just below medium-bodied, combining silky texture with clean, well-judged acidity. Melon and citrus carry through a long, balanced finish, while a light mineral edge keeps the generous fruit precise.
Pentage 2023 Pinot Gris
Ripe stone fruit and zesty citrus open a clean, inviting nose. The palate brings nectarine, sun-warmed peach and tangy citrus together in a crisp, medium-bodied frame. Smooth texture gives the fruit breadth, while refreshing acidity keeps the wine bright, direct and neatly balanced through the finish.
1 Mill Road 2022 Black Pine Pinot Noir
A fragrant, finely structured Pinot Noir with sour cherry, cranberry, ripe strawberry and raspberry at the centre. Pepper, dried herbs and graphite add savoury definition as the wine opens. Bright acidity drives the palate, while dusty, fine-grained tannins give youthful density and length. A brief decant brings out its detail; serve with salmon, roast poultry or mushroom dishes.
Sage Hills 2022 Carbonic Pinot Gris
Cherry, raspberry and salmonberry give this skin-contact Pinot Gris a vivid red-fruited profile, balanced by delicate tannins and bright acidity. Ten days in a sealed, carbon-dioxide-rich environment shape its juicy, lightly structured character, while extended lees ageing adds texture without dulling the freshness. Energetic and quietly savoury, it works well with a slight chill and flavourful vegetable or seafood dishes.
Deep Roots 2023 Pinot Gris
Silky and floral, with a distinctive salty minerality bringing tension to the smooth texture. The palate is poised and quietly expressive, letting the mineral line carry through a clean, savoury finish. Its combination of softness and definition makes it especially versatile at the table. Serve well chilled with shellfish, sushi, fresh salads or delicate vegetable dishes.
The Hatch 2020 Unicorn of the Sea
Violet and blueberry-muffin aromas introduce a plush, dark-fruited red. Vanilla bean and a creamy coffee note come through on the palate, followed by stewed fruit, brown butter and cocoa. Equal parts Syrah and Malbec, it spent 52 months in oak, finishing rich and jammy with a generous, rounded sense of depth.
Mission Hill 2016 Quatrain Okanagan Valley
Generous and polished, with ripe blackberry, dark plum and blueberry joined by cedar, baking spice and a restrained savoury note. The palate is full and opulent but carefully balanced, bringing layered fruit, firm structure and smooth tannins into a long, composed finish. Decant for an hour and serve with braised beef, lamb or grilled mushrooms.
Black Hills 2022 Bona Fide
Juicy and immediately inviting, with black and red fruit layered over savoury notes of dry Okanagan scrub. Concrete ageing preserves freshness and energy, while a small portion rested in large neutral oak for gentle breadth. The palate is supple but well defined, finishing with dark fruit and herbal detail. A versatile red for grilled meats, lamb or smoky vegetables.
La Stella 2019 Fortissimo Okanagan Valley
Bing cherry, red cherry and black cherry mingle with grilled herbs, cured tobacco and a subtle frame of warm oak. The palate is layered and savoury, with generous fruit, measured extraction and supple structure already working in harmony. Fresh acidity keeps the finish poised and inviting. Serve with osso buco, rosemary-crusted lamb or a mushroom cannelloni.
Lake Breeze 2021 Syrah
Dark and generous, with violets, plum, red cherry and blackberry layered over warm spice and dark chocolate. The palate is full yet balanced, carrying ripe fruit into savoury notes of cedar, herbs and white pepper. A long, persistent finish keeps the wine poised. A short decant will help the aromatic detail unfold. Serve with grilled lamb, peppered steak or slow-cooked mushrooms.
Voirin-Jumel NV L’Assemblage Tradition Brut
Ripe red fruit leads, followed by cherry biscuit, delicate pastry flakes, sea salt and chalky spice. The palate is vinous and generous rather than sharply linear, with equal parts Chardonnay and Pinot Noir bringing elegance and depth. Savoury, dry and lightly crunchy through the finish, it offers richness without losing its poised freshness.
Corbillieres Fabel Barbou 2022 Oisly
Ripe gooseberry and peach lead, with acacia blossom and a light exotic lift. Dry and juicy, the palate combines lively, mature acidity with medium-bodied richness and fine texture from extended lees ageing. Sandy-clay soils and quartz lend precision, while the finish remains complex, elegant and persistent.
Pierre Péters NV Rosé for Albane Brut Champagne
Fresh strawberry, raspberry and gooseberry lead with pink grapefruit, pomelo and delicate flowers. The palate is smooth and creamy, with persistent bubbles and vibrant red fruit held by energetic acidity. Chalky minerality emerges through the elegant finish, bringing purity and finely measured sweetness into balance.