Wine
Tunella 2021 Pinot Grigio Friuli Colli Orientali
Cooked apple and citrus meet a clear mineral undertone, with acacia blossom and tropical fruit adding breadth. The palate is crisp and clean yet notably creamy, carrying medium-full weight with poise rather than heaviness. A subtle brioche note rounds the finish. Serve with richer seafood, roast poultry or creamy vegetable dishes.
Callejuela 2019 Las Mercedes Añina
Shining golden yellow, with green apple, pear skin and crystalline lemon peel carried by distinctly marine freshness. The palate is layered and savoury, combining hay, chalk and a quiet earthy note from flor with mouthwatering salinity. Complex without feeling heavy, it finishes lively and mineral, with the fruit held in a fine coastal frame.
Nichol 2021 Old Vines Syrah Naramata Bench
Wild blackberry and dark cherry meet crushed violet, cracked pepper and a stony savoury underlay. Taut acidity and long, finely grippy tannins give the palate real energy without obscuring the fruit. The finish is persistent, peppery and mineral. Decant briefly and serve with grilled lamb, duck, lentils with herbs or roasted mushrooms.
Unsworth Vineyards 2022 Pinot Noir
Bright red fruit and floral notes lead a light-bodied, almost ethereal profile, with baking spice adding warmth. The palate is clean and balanced, shaped by lively acidity and fully integrated tannins. Graceful and food-friendly, it works especially well with grilled salmon, roast chicken, root vegetables or mushroom dishes, and can take a slight chill.
Osoyoos Larose 2022 Petales d’Osoyoos
Exuberant and muscular, with savoury spice running through a ripe Bordeaux-style profile. The five-variety blend gives the palate breadth and layered structure, while youthful energy keeps the finish lively rather than heavy. Decant for 30 to 45 minutes before serving with roast lamb, grilled beef or mushroom dishes.
Ursa Major 2023 Chapter V Gamay Vin Gris
Whole-cluster pressed without maceration, this pale Gamay was fermented naturally in neutral barrels and puncheons, then rested on its lees for five months. Volcanic rock, sandy loam and clay at the West Kelowna site frame a precise, lightly textured vin gris. Hand-bottled unfined and unfiltered, it finishes with quiet savoury detail and gentle breadth.
Rigour And Whimsy 2022 A Love We All Drm
A fragrant, finely structured red with dark plum and wild blackberry, lifted by iris and scrubby herbs. The palate is slender and energetic, with black tea, crushed stone and a firm, fine-grained grip giving definition to the fruit. Savoury and mineral on the finish, it is best served with roast poultry, grilled mushrooms or herb-seasoned pork.
Anthony Buchanan 2023 Ashlyn Pinot Noir
Bright red fruit and delicate florals lead, followed by a lightly earthy, savoury note. The palate is supple and precise, with whole berries and ambient fermentation preserving freshness and fine aromatic detail. Gentle French oak and concrete ageing add shape without heaviness, while measured acidity carries the fruit through a clean, softly textured and composed finish.
Masi Angelorum Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Cooked cherry and preserved red fruit lead an intense, deeply coloured profile, with sweet spice and a subtle balsamic edge adding complexity. The palate is rich and generous, balancing natural sweetness with lively acidity and soft tannins. Ripe cherry carries through the long, persistent finish. Pair with blue cheese, fruit tart or traditional panettone.
Maculan 2020 Torcolato Breganze
Deep gold opens with acacia honey, dried apricot, candied fig and orange peel. Saffron, toasted almond and a touch of salty toffee add depth. Full-bodied and silky, the palate is rich without becoming syrupy, as bright acidity keeps the fruit sharply defined. Zesty lime and papaya carry the long, clean finish.
Joie 2023 En Famille Reserve Chardonnay
Lemon curd, exotic peach and ripe mango open a broad, expressive palate. Creamy texture brings hints of crème brûlée and oatmeal, while citrus and mineral detail temper the richness and keep the layers in balance. Generous without becoming heavy, this Chardonnay combines depth, polish and enough freshness to carry the finish with quiet confidence.
Chateau de la Liquiere 2014 Cistus Faugeres
Ripe fruit and liquorice meet wild violet, cistus and an earthy lift on the nose. The palate is dense and richly textured, adding thyme and blond tobacco as it opens. A subtle, appetising bitterness brings shape to the finish, extending the wine with extra complexity while its underlying elegance remains firmly in view.
Ferdinand’s Saar Red Vermouth
Sour cherry, dark berries and red flowers lead a full, aromatic nose, with green walnut and savoury herbs adding depth. The palate is fruit-forward yet firmly structured, balancing Riesling freshness with plum, lingonberry and a distinctive walnut bitterness. Thyme, rosemary and warming spice build through the middle without obscuring the fruit. The finish is smooth, long and gently bitter. Serve lightly chilled over ice, or use it in a Martinez, Manhattan or richer Negroni variation.
Les Cortis 2019 Mérune 750 mL
Green apple and melon lead, followed by lemon peel and a broader citrus note. The profile moves from orchard fruit toward a more pithy citrus register, giving the wine a clear progression across the palate. Chardonnay provides a familiar frame, but the fruit remains individual and finely detailed. The finish is compact and fruit-led, with lemon peel lingering after the softer melon note recedes.
Domaine Yves Cuilleron 2023 Syrah Les Vignes d’à Côté IGP Collines Rhodaniennes 750 mL
Bright ruby in colour, the documented profile is perfumed and fruit-led, with raspberry, cherry, violet and a subtle spicy note. The palate is described as light and pleasant, supported by soft tannins and vibrant freshness. Juicy red fruit, black pepper and a mineral hint complete the record, keeping the style direct, expressive and clearly defined.
Viña Montes 2009 Montes Alpha M Colchagua Valley 750 mL
Dark wild-berry confit, ripe cherry and herbal savouriness lead the documented profile, joined by eucalyptus and cocoa. The palate is juicy and complex, with vivid, integrated tannins carrying the wine through a fruit-led finish. The recorded blend is predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, supported by Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Deep colour and pronounced acidity are also recorded.
Champalou 2023 Vouvray Sec
White acacia blossom opens into green apple, pear and quince, with a quiet note of honeyed wax and dried herbs. The palate is medium-bodied and dry, balancing fruit expression with fresh acidity and a long, clean finish. Detailed yet unforced, it works equally well as an aperitif or alongside grilled trout, pork, rice dishes or fresh cheeses.