Wine
Mas Amiel 2022 Oiseau Rare Maury Sec 750 mL
Fresh grape, strawberry, raspberry and blackberry shape the documented fruit profile. The palate is creamy and mouthwatering, with finely grained tannins, bright freshness and a mineral line. Garrigue, pepper and tobacco add savoury detail before a supple, juicy and persistent finish. The blend is Grenache with Carignan, drawn from schist parcels that the estate farms biodynamically.
Domaine de Marcoux 2021 Cotes du Rhone
Ripe cherry and wild berries lead with classic garrigue, giving a fragrant, savoury profile. The palate is juicy and medium-bodied, with fresh acidity, smooth tannins and a mineral edge that keeps the fruit bright. Energetic and polished through the finish, it suits roast chicken, grilled sausage or herb-led vegetable dishes.
Château du Hureau 2022 Saumur-Champigny Tuffe
Ripe cherry, plum and licorice root open with a silky, plush feel. Alder smoke and tobacco leaf add savoury depth, while dried violet, pepper and sage bring lift and detail. Elegant and light on its feet, the palate remains composed through a firm, incense-tinged finish. Serve with roast beef, grilled mushrooms, lentils or herbed sausages.
Baumard Cremant De Loire Rose
A pale Loire sparkling rosé with a fine bead and aromas of strawberry, blood orange, rose, spice and honeysuckle. The palate is very fresh and expansive, combining pure red fruit with sweet citrus and subtle minerality. Precise and lightly spicy through the finish, it makes a polished aperitif and pairs neatly with charcuterie, salmon or soft cheese.
Sainte Anne 2020 Notre-Dame Cellett Cdrv
A structured southern Rhône red with warm spice, subtle leather, cumin and dark blackberry. The palate is rich and ample, combining concentrated fruit with firm tannins and enough freshness to maintain balance. Dense but polished through the savoury finish, it should benefit from air and works well with roast lamb, braised beef, grilled sausages or herb-led dishes.
Clos Lapeyre 2016 Vitatge Vielh Jurançon Sec
Ripe green fruit and citrus lead a concentrated, full-flavoured white, lightly touched with honey. The palate is rich and intense yet remains composed, with the two Manseng varieties bringing both weight and freshness. A powerful, expressive style for roast fish, creamy poultry dishes or firm mountain cheeses.
Klinker Brick 2019 Cab Sauvignon Lodi
A generous Lodi Cabernet with blackberry, cassis and dark plum, layered with vanilla, baking spice and cocoa. The palate is full-bodied and smooth, its ripe fruit framed by integrated tannins and a warm oak note. Bold but approachable through the finish, it is a comfortable match for barbecue, burgers, braised beef or other deeply flavoured dishes.
Château Clos du Roy 2019 Fronsac
Blackberry, mulberry and dark plum meet dried herbs, cocoa and a restrained touch of toast. The palate is medium-bodied and fresh, with fine tannins bringing shape to juicy dark fruit and a subtle graphite note. Balanced rather than heavy, it closes with quiet savoury detail, gentle spice and a polished finish.
Messias NV 10-Year-Old Dry White Port
Vanilla and warm spice lead with a floral lift and hints of nutmeg. The palate is dry and golden, combining subtle oak with caramel, dried apricot and lively acidity. Fine wood ageing brings depth without heaviness, carrying honeyed fruit and gentle spice through a long, poised and refreshing finish.
Domdechant Werner 2018 Kabinett Trocken Riesling
Paxton 2017 Thomas Block Grenache
A bright and lifted Grenache with fresh strawberry and red cherry joined by crushed rose petal and a dusting of white pepper. The palate is rounded and buoyant, its juicy red fruit held in shape by lively acidity and soft, sandy tannins. Light enough to serve slightly chilled yet full of detail, it suits charcuterie, mild cheese, grilled vegetables or simply seasoned poultry.
Tenuta San Jacopo 2017 Poggio ai Grilli Chianti Riserva DOCG
Sour cherry leads the bouquet, joined by sweet spice, tobacco, leather and balsamic notes. Warm and fruit-forward on the palate, it combines rounded tannins with enough structure and freshness to stay composed. A savoury, lightly saline quality gathers through the finish, leaving polished red fruit and spice in its wake.
Abbazia di Novacella 2023 Lagrein
Bermejo 2021 Diego Blanco Lanzarote
A pure, distinctive island white with citrus peel, green apple and white flowers. Volcanic smoke and a saline, oceanic edge give the aromas unusual definition, while bright acidity and a light texture keep the palate linear and fresh. Crisp, mineral and persistent through the salty finish, it is especially well suited to shellfish, grilled fish or simple vegetable dishes.
CARM 2016 Douro Reserva
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.
Bojador 2019 Vinho de Talha Branco
50th Parallel 2019 Estate Pinot Noir Okanagan Valley
Dark cherry and dried red currant lead, joined by sage, chocolate mint and a measured touch of oak spice. The palate is poised and lively, with fresh acidity carrying sour cherry and cinnamon through a supple middle. Fine tannins and savoury detail shape a vibrant, clean finish. Serve with duck, salmon or wild mushrooms.
A Sunday in August 2022 Lilypond Pinot Noir
Fresh cherry and raspberry sit over a light floral and herbal lift. The palate is supple and energetic, with semi-carbonic fermentation giving the fruit a bright, immediate feel rather than heavy extraction. Gentle savoury notes from a short rest in neutral barrel add shape, while lively acidity carries the red fruit into a clean, lightly textured finish.
Chamisal Vineyards 2021 Pinot Noir San Luis Obispo Coast
Light ruby in colour, opening with bright cherry, raspberry and cinnamon. The palate is juicy and fresh, with light tannins and vibrant acidity shaping the red fruit. Mulberry, blackberry and earthy chaparral add depth, while plum, pepper spice and a savoury charcuterie note gather through the brisk, lively finish.