Wine
Guillaume Vrignaud 2023 Petit Chablis
Fresh citrus aromas set a clean, energetic tone, with ripe fruit adding gentle breadth. The palate is full-bodied yet lively, carrying its fruit with clarity and a crisp, composed finish. Straightforward and refreshing without feeling austere, it works equally well as an aperitif or alongside shellfish, grilled fish and lighter summer dishes.
Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 2019 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Kabinett
Guava, mango and tangerine open an aromatic Riesling, followed by peach and yellow cherry. The palate is delicately sweet yet refreshingly tart, with lime and lemon acidity bringing lift and clarity through the finish. Light on its feet despite the ripe fruit, it suits spicy dishes, roast pork or salty cheeses.
Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 2019 Ayler Kupp Kabinett Riesling
Intensely spicy on the nose, with vivid peach lifted by a zesty line of tangerine. The off-dry palate is spirited and finely balanced, bringing ripe fruit together with deep earthy tones. Cut slate and dusty minerals gather through the finish, adding persistence, freshness and a strong sense of place.
Kristinus 2020 Lunel Muscat Pét-Nat
Gymnasium 2019 Riesling Kabinett Mosel
A light, gently off-dry Mosel Riesling with crisp fruit and bright, zesty acidity. The palate is refreshing and easy to read, balancing a touch of sweetness with enough freshness to keep the finish clean and lively. Charming and uncomplicated, it works well as an aperitif or with lightly spiced dishes, soft cheese and simple fruit-based desserts.
I Fabbri NV Duedonne Rosso
Bright ruby and intensely aromatic, opening with tart red cherry, violets and a distinctive lift of black pepper. The palate is fresh and medium-bodied, with lively acidity, gentle tannins and a savoury, spicy edge that keeps the fruit focused. An equal blend of Sangiovese from Lamole and Schioppettino from Prepotto, bringing Tuscan brightness together with Friulian perfume and peppery character. A versatile red for charcuterie, roast poultry or mushroom dishes.
Adriano 2021 Barbera d’Alba DOC Renzo
Dense ruby fruit opens with blackberry and fresh red berries, developing a lightly jammy depth without losing brightness. Full-bodied yet lively, the palate carries a tart edge that sharpens the wine's fragrance and keeps its richness in balance. Smooth texture and clear acidity lead into a mouthwatering, savoury finish.
Brancaia 2022 Tre Toscana IGT
Juicy red plum and cherry lead, with dark chocolate, orange peel and a savoury herbal edge. Medium-bodied and supple, the palate balances soft fruit with lively acidity and fine, easy tannins. A fresh, gently spiced finish keeps the wine poised and versatile. Serve with pasta, roast chicken or grilled pork.
Cotarella 2019 Sodale Merlot Lazio IGP
Deep ruby with purple reflections, offering red fruit and sweet spice aromas framed by vanilla. The palate is round and harmonious, with dark cherry, wild berry and plum carried by polished, sweet tannins. A savoury undertone brings balance before a smooth, persistent finish with gently warming spice.
Rocca delle Macìe 2019 Famiglia Zingarelli Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
Bitter cherry and black raspberry lead, joined by plum, tobacco and a subtle ferrous note. Generous yet composed, the palate layers ripe fruit over firm, cedar-edged tannins, with fresh acidity keeping the wine lively. Savoury spice and a light espresso bitterness shape a dry, persistent finish with distinctly Tuscan restraint.
Mauro Sebaste 2020 Casa Berzia Diano d’Alba DOCG
Blackberry and ripe plum lead a generous, fruit-forward nose, with a light floral lift adding freshness. The palate is smooth and rounded, its dark fruit held by soft tannins and balanced acidity. A characteristic bitter-almond note emerges on the clean finish, giving the wine a distinctly savoury close.
Les Cortis 2018 Sillon Savoie
A delicate, mineral red with violet-tinged colour and layered aromas of redcurrant, raspberry, cassis, blackberry and blueberry. Rose, violet, musk, clove and cinnamon add lift and detail. The palate has real energy, with notable power shaped by remarkably melted tannins, carrying the floral, spiced fruit into a composed finish.
Les Cortis 2019 Uzee Bugey
Fresh, fluid and fruit-driven, with an alpine wildness held in a clean, precise frame. The palate is structured and moderately intense, balancing bright fruit with savoury depth. Whole-cluster maceration brings lift, while ten months on fine lees adds texture before a clean, lively and easy-moving finish.
Cassanova 2016 Corse Rouge
Ripe blackberry and dark plum meet black cherry, cracked pepper and a savoury trace of wild Mediterranean herbs. The palate is fleshy and generous, with juicy fruit carried by smooth, rounded tannins. A warm, accessible Corsican red with enough spice and earthy depth to stay lively through the finish.
Elios 2021 Modus Bibendi Grillo
Citrus and white flowers lead, with a light Mediterranean herbal note adding freshness and definition. The palate is dry, medium-bodied and balanced, carrying lemon, subtle spice and a gently saline edge into a clean finish. Bright and quietly textural, it works well with grilled fish, shellfish, fennel or fresh cheeses.
Tibaldi 2024 Roero Arneis
White peach, pear and acacia blossom open a finely aromatic nose, followed by chamomile, almond and citrus zest. The palate is fresh and balanced, with crisp orchard fruit, lemon curd and saline minerality carried by a lightly creamy texture. Clean, savoury and persistent, it suits shellfish, risotto, goat cheese or light poultry.
Clos Fornelli 2021 Corse Vermentino
Niepoort 2021 Nat’Cool Branco 1L
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.
La Frenz 2021 Reserve Ensemble Sauvignon Blanc Semillon
Jasmine, grapefruit and lemon thyme open with clarity, followed by honeyed vanilla warmth and a rich, polished texture. The palate is fresh and vibrant yet layered, brimming with lemon sorbet, lychee, honeydew melon and tarragon. Lanolin and golden hay add savoury depth to the finish. Drink now for its energy or cellar for further richness.
Lake Sonoma Winery 2021 Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast
Black cherry and blueberry lead with earthy depth and a light brush of dried herbs. The Pinot Noir palate is rustic and savoury, with dry tannins framing the dark fruit and a measured touch of oak adding structure. Fresh enough to stay composed, it closes with lingering berry fruit, herbs and gentle earthy detail.