Wine
La Rivolta 2021 Aglianico del Taburno
Wild cassis, fleshy raspberry and juicy blackberry lead, with sweet pepper, tobacco, cumin and clove adding savoury depth. Concentrated yet precise, the palate keeps the dark fruit focused while spice builds through the finish. Give it a brief decant and serve with braised beef, roast lamb or grilled mushrooms.
Real Agrado 2019 Rioja Reserva
A rounded Rioja Reserva with ripe red berries, fig and prune, accented by vanilla, cocoa and a light balsamic note. The palate is structured yet velvety, with fresh acidity and gentle tannins holding the mature fruit in balance. Its long, harmonious finish makes it a natural partner for stews, braised legumes, roast lamb or cured cheese.
Domaine Pelle 2019 Menetou-Salon Morogues Blanc
White flowers and citrus lead into ripe peach, lime zest and a gentle herbal note. The palate is fuller than many Loire Sauvignon Blancs, but remains racy and clear, with refreshing acidity and a saline mineral line carrying the finish. Its balance of richness and precision works well with goat cheese, asparagus, shellfish or herb-roasted chicken.
Mas Gabinele 2015 Belandes Minervois
Medicinal herbs, liquorice and dark forest berries shape a savoury, distinctly southern French nose. The palate is juicy and well composed, with ripe balsamic tannins supporting Grenache and Syrah fruit rather than weighing it down. Dark berry depth, herbal freshness and a gently resinous note carry into a charming, persistent finish. Serve with lamb, cassoulet, grilled sausages or aged cheese.
Collemattoni 2023 Rosso di Montalcino
Red fruit opens with violet and almond, leading into a firmly structured palate. The tannins are still youthful, but concentrated cherry carries through the finish and gives the wine a clear sense of promise. Savoury and composed, it has enough depth for roast pork, grilled mushrooms or tomato-rich pasta, and will reward a little air before serving.
Bodegas Gaintza 2025 Txakoli Rose
Lemon, strawberry and raspberry rise from a bright salmon-pink glass, edged by a distinct sea-spray minerality. Crisp acidity and a delicate effervescence give the palate a lively, mouth-watering feel, while the red fruit stays clear and restrained. The finish is clean, salty and refreshing. Serve with oysters, ceviche or fried fish.
Guillaume Vrignaud 2023 Chablis
White flowers, green apple and lemongrass lead a bright, finely drawn profile. The palate is silken, with subtle lees texture set over a cool river-stone mineral line. Freshness carries the wine cleanly, giving the finish a snappy, lifted feel rather than weight. Precise and food-friendly, it pairs naturally with oysters, white fish, roast poultry or fresh goat cheese.
Champagne Bauchet NV Signature Brut 375 mL
Croix Mouton 2019 Bordeaux Superieur
Smoky plum and blackberry form a dense, dark-fruited core, with subtle spice, cocoa and liquorice adding savoury depth. Full and rounded on the palate, the mainly Merlot blend carries ripe fruit through tannins that are beginning to soften. The finish remains earthy and generous. Pair with braised beef, lamb or grilled mushrooms.
Château Beaumont 2019 Haut-Médoc
Blackberry, cassis and plum meet briar, light tobacco and a restrained touch of sandalwood. Medium to full-bodied, the palate balances ripe fruit with grainy, well-shaped tannins and fresh acidity. Black coffee and subtle spice add savoury depth before a charming, composed finish. A classic partner for roast beef or hard cheese.
Château du Hureau 2013 Saumur Blanc Argile
Domaine Joseph Burrier 2017 Chiroubles Saint Roch
Deep ruby and lifted, opening with ripe cherry, blackberry and redcurrant over a subtle peppery spice. The palate is supple and finely shaped, balancing juicy Gamay fruit with bright freshness and a gentle savoury edge. Silky tannins carry a long, poised finish. Serve lightly cool with roast chicken, charcuterie or mushroom dishes.
Mönchhof 2016 Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Kabinett
Averaen 2022 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley
Dark cherry and strawberry meet earth, cracked pepper and a quiet thread of vanilla. Medium-bodied with fine tannins, the palate combines ripe fruit with fresh acidity and a gently plush texture. Tea, clove and anise add savoury complexity through the finish. Pair with duck, roast chicken, salmon or mushroom dishes.
Claude Lafond 2023 Gris Rose La Grande Piece
Pale and delicately salmon-hued, with fresh red berries, citrus and a subtle mineral lift. The palate is fine-boned and refreshing, balancing gentle roundness with lively acidity and a clean, persistent finish. Made entirely from Pinot Gris in Reuilly, it is a polished, understated rose rather than an overtly fruity one. Serve well chilled with grilled fish, charcuterie, summer salads or fresh goat cheese.
Vaudon Pineau des Charentes Blanc
Golden amber in the glass, with a rich, rounded bouquet of dried fig, vine blossom and vanilla. Floral notes, honeyed sweetness and almond shape the smooth palate, while a gentle freshness keeps the finish balanced and composed. Serve well chilled as an aperitif, with fruit-based desserts or alongside blue cheese.
Le Cecche 2019 Nebbiolo d’Alba
Blueberry leads a firm, classically styled profile, with a refined edge emerging once the wine has had time to breathe. The palate is dry and distinctly tannic, showing more restraint than richness. Decant briefly to let the structure settle, then serve with braised beef, lamb, mushroom ragu or aged hard cheese, where its grip will feel most at home.
Hospitien 2016 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Kabinett
Showing graceful development while retaining plenty of life, this finely balanced Riesling brings honeydew melon, white peach and yellow pear into focus. Bright citrus zest cuts through the ripe fruit, while a gentle slate-like savouriness keeps the palate composed. The finish is clean, lifted and persistent, making it a natural match for smoked trout, roast pork or lightly spiced dishes.
Il Borro 2019 Il Borrigiano Valdarno di Sopra DOC
Lively ruby with purple reflections, opening on fresh cherry and other red fruit. Ginger and white pepper add lift and aromatic definition. The palate is bright and harmonious, with refreshing acidity and elegant, rounded tannins. A clean, fruit-led finish keeps the wine energetic and especially easy to place at the table.
Carlo Revello & Figli 2022 Langhe Nebbiolo
Sour cherry and blood orange set a bright, savoury tone, with rose hip and light spice adding aromatic detail. The interplay of tart red fruit, citrus and gently floral accents gives the wine a poised, food-friendly character without feeling ornate. Serve slightly below room temperature with mushroom risotto, roast chicken, tomato-braised dishes or a simple plate of cured meats and firm cheese.