Wine
Orofino 2021 Syrah
Bench 1775 2017 Pinot Gris Icewine
Concentrated pear, ripe apple and quince lead, with a clear honeyed sweetness held in check by fresh acidity. The palate is rich but not heavy, layering orchard fruit with a gently rounded texture. A precise, balanced finish keeps the sweetness composed, leaving pear, quince and a clean line of brightness to linger.
Rippon 2019 Mature Vine Riesling
Green apple, sliced pear and bright citrus lead with a delicate floral lift and cool wet-stone minerality. The palate is medium-bodied and nearly dry, driven by mouthwatering acidity through juicy orchard fruit and lemon peel. Clean, precise and persistent, the finish remains fresh and mineral. Pair with grilled fish, shellfish or lightly spiced vegetables.
Poplar Grove 2015 Syrah
Dark fruit leads with a smooth, savoury character and a silky feel from the first sip. The palate builds through generous, fleshy intensity, while measured French oak gives the fruit shape and polish rather than heaviness. Rich yet composed, it has the depth for grilled lamb, pepper-crusted beef, braised short ribs, roasted mushrooms or aged hard cheese, with a long, confident finish.
Poplar Grove 2016 Syrah Okanagan Valley
Plum, light vanilla and white pepper introduce a soft, easy-moving red with restrained dried black fruit and a gentle oak frame. The palate is rounded rather than forceful, with mild spice, supple tannins and a clean savoury finish. It is ready to pour now, especially with grilled sausages, roast duck, lamb burgers or lentil stew.
Poplar Grove 2017 Syrah Okanagan Valley
White pepper, blueberry and violet lead into raspberry, warm spice and a lift of tarragon and mint. Medium-bodied and finely balanced, the palate combines silky dark fruit with bright acidity and supple tannins. Fresh herbs return on the clear, savoury finish. A natural match for grilled lamb, roast duck, peppered beef or mushroom ragout.
Poplar Grove 2018 Syrah Okanagan Valley
Blueberry and raspberry rise with white pepper, warm spice and a subtle herbal note. The palate is bright and balanced, bringing ripe fruit together with lively acidity and measured tannins. Savoury spice keeps the finish focused and food friendly. Pair with grilled lamb, roast duck, peppered mushrooms or lentils with rosemary.
Finca Parera Vi Mut Vermouth
Mediterranean herbs, citrus peel and wildflower honey give this natural vermouth a lifted, savoury aroma. The palate brings gentle sweetness and warm spice, balanced by a pleasantly bitter edge and a clean saline finish. Serve lightly chilled over ice with orange peel, lengthen with soda, or use it in a restrained aperitif cocktail; it pairs neatly with olives, almonds and cured meats.
L’Exquis Bonbon Sauvage Vermouth Ambré
Sage, wormwood and verbena open the aroma, followed by citrus, grape and ripe apricot. The palate is rounded and caressing, with generous fruit moving into dried-fruit richness and warm, measured spice. Fresh acidity keeps the texture lively, while a fine herbal bitterness adds definition without becoming austere. The finish is refreshing, gently bitter and persistent. Serve lightly chilled over ice with an orange twist, alongside almonds, olives, aged sheep’s cheese or savoury pastries.
L’Exquis Bonbon Sauvage Vermouth Blanc Dry
Lemon peel, chamomile and fresh herbs give the aroma a bright, sunlit character, with white flowers and gentle spice adding lift. The palate is dry and finely textured, balancing citrus freshness with a measured pithy bitterness. Subtle orchard fruit softens the herbal core without obscuring its precision. The finish is clean, brisk and quietly spicy. Serve lightly chilled, over ice or topped with soda and a citrus twist alongside olives or fresh cheese.
Cocchi Vermouth di Torino Extra Dry 500 mL
Green apple, melon and white flowers open the aroma, followed by peppermint, lemon peel and a cool herbal note. The palate is crisp and finely structured, with wormwood, coriander, angelica and cardamom layered over fresh orchard fruit. Bright acidity and restrained sweetness keep the profile dry and precise. The finish is clean, citrus-led and lightly savoury. Serve well chilled with oysters or olives, or use it in a classic dry Martini.
Mancino Vermouth di Torino Secco
Mediterranean herbs lead a clear, aromatic nose, with sage, marjoram and oregano joined by lemongrass and citrus peel. Dog rose and iris add a delicate floral note, while nutmeg and cardamom bring quiet spice. The palate is fresh and extra dry, balancing lively acidity with a fine, persistent bitterness. A clean citrus finish keeps the profile precise. Serve well chilled, over ice, or use it as the dry vermouth in a Gin Martini.
Mancino Vermouth di Torino Rosso Amaranto
Dark red colour and caramel tones introduce a full, aromatic profile. Vanilla, rhubarb and juniper lead, followed by toasted wood, myrrh and orange peel. The palate is broad but balanced, with clove and cinnamon adding warmth while botanical bitterness checks the sweetness. A lingering bittersweet finish returns to citrus and spice. Serve lightly chilled over ice, or use it to add depth and structure to a Negroni, Manhattan or Milano-Torino.
Enderle & Moll 2019 Liaison Pinot Noir 750 mL
Dark berry fruit leads a complex profile, with clear herbal tones adding a savoury counterpoint. Cherry and clove bring extra lift and spice, keeping the fruit from feeling one-dimensional. The palate stays focused and layered, with ripe berry flavour at the core and warm spice around the edges. Freshness holds the profile together, carrying into a composed finish marked by red fruit, herbs and clove.
Maison Dampt 2015 Chablis Premier Cru Les Vaillons 750 mL
Citrus peel and orchard fruit sit against a firm line of stone minerality, with almond and a gently pithy edge showing the wine's maturity. The palate remains composed and balanced, carrying fresh acidity through a savoury, mineral middle. A restrained nutty note returns on the finish without obscuring the fruit. Serve lightly chilled with roast fish, scallops, poultry or a mushroom dish in a light cream sauce.
Château La Nerthe 2022 Les Cassagnes Côtes-du-Rhône Villages Rouge 750 mL
Burlat cherry, red berries, blackcurrant and licorice define the documented fruit profile. Thyme, olive, laurel and other garrigue notes add a savoury register. The palate balances liveliness with roundness, supported by delicate tannins and a minty finish. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre form the recorded blend, giving the wine its combination of bright fruit, herbs and restrained structure.
Gérard Bertrand 2000 Banyuls Grand Cru Vin Doux Naturel 750 mL
Lush and broad, with clear structure and a generous flavour profile. Grenache Gris provides the varietal basis, while Banyuls Grand Cru and Vin Doux Naturel place it among Roussillon's fortified dessert wines. The style is deep and elegant, with breadth, richness and structure as its principal characteristics. A generous dessert wine defined by scale, structure and a broad profile.
Château Côte Montpezat 2009 Cuvée Compostelle
Veuve Clicquot NV Yellow Label Brut Champagne 375 mL
Pear, apple and peach lead the aromatic profile, followed by lemon zest, buttered toast and brioche. The palate is structured and generous, with fine bubbles, bright acidity and a firm Pinot Noir backbone balanced by fresh citrus and orchard fruit. Clean and persistent through the finish, this polished half-bottle is ideal for an aperitif, shellfish, smoked salmon or gougères.
Rust En Vrede 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon
An expressive South African Cabernet with black cherry, cassis, blueberry, liquorice and sandalwood. Full-bodied and intense, the palate balances juicy dark fruit with fresh acidity and fine-grained, grippy tannins. Tobacco, nutmeg and savoury spice add layered detail to mulberry and bramble notes, carrying the wine through a long finish. Give it air and serve with grilled beef or lamb.