Wine
Hedges Family Estate 2008 Red Mountain Blend Washington
Black cherry, blackberry, cassis and plum jam form a dark, concentrated core. Toast, smoke, cola, root beer and liquorice bring layered oak complexity, with cinnamon, clove and a savoury hint of smoked meat underneath. Full-bodied and firmly structured, the red blend finishes long and lightly earthy, with bright acidity keeping the richness composed.
Freemark Abbey 2020 Huichica Hills Vineyard Chardonnay Napa Valley
Apple cobbler, crème brûlée and ripe pineapple open with orange marmalade and fresh peach. The palate is supple and integrated, layering stone fruit, candied lemon zest, baking spice, ambrosia and vanilla through a creamy texture. Vibrant acidity keeps the richness balanced, carrying the fruit into a long, nuanced and lingering finish.
Details by Sinegal 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County
Violet and ripe raspberry lead, with sage, allspice and a fine balsamic edge lending savoury depth. The palate is vibrant and concentrated, layering plum with gravel, crushed stone, menthol and liquorice. Incense and mineral detail keep the rich fruit composed, building toward a polished, powerful finish with lingering spice.
Suertes Del Marques 2018 Vidonia Blanco
An elegant volcanic white with lemon, pear and white flowers, accented by wild herbs and a restrained smoky note. The palate is textured yet vibrant, with bright acidity and saline minerality providing focus. Long and refined on the finish, it shows the clarity and tension to work with grilled fish, shellfish, roast poultry or vegetable dishes with fresh herbs.
Bodegas Alto Moncayo 2017 Alto Moncayo Garnacha Campo de Borja
Dark purple, with ripe raspberry and black fruit layered over roasted nuts, vanilla and warm balsamic spice. Full and powerful on the palate, yet the fruit remains shaped by firm structure rather than simple sweetness. Savoury oak and dark berry depth carry into a long, composed and quietly warming finish.
Pietradolce 2018 Archineri Etna Rosso DOC
Dried raspberry, cranberry and woodland berries open the nose, joined by Mediterranean herbs, camphor, white pepper and wet stone. The palate is focused and energetic, with crisp freshness and fine, closely woven tannins. Earthy spice and a mineral line carry the red fruit through a dry, persistent finish with clear volcanic character.
Trimbach 2023 Sylvaner Weinbaum
Nutty apple and delicate herbs lead a generous, quietly distinctive nose. The palate is medium-bodied, concentrated and elegant, with a cool, dry herbal line carrying through the long finish. Detailed and fresh without becoming heavy, it works well with charcuterie, smoked fish, roast chicken or vegetable tarts.
Domaine Ostertag 2018 Clos Mathis Riesling
Focused and finely sculpted, with bright citrus framed by a cool, stony mineral character. Granite-grown fruit gives the palate a firm, precise line, while measured ripeness adds shape without heaviness. Sleek, energetic and persistent, it is compelling now for its clarity and has the structure to develop gracefully in bottle.
Domaine Ostertag 2015 Fronholz Riesling
Peach and tangerine make an immediately expressive nose, combining juicy ripeness with aromatic spice and citrus zest. The palate is dry, concentrated and vigorous, with firm acidity, mineral focus and a sleek, crystalline texture. There is real structure and poise beneath the exuberant fruit, carrying the finish with clarity and energy.
Antonio Scala 2021 Cirò Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva 750 mL
Warm and Mediterranean in profile, this Gaglioppo-led red balances ripe fruit with savoury spice and a firm, composed structure. Long skin contact builds texture, while time in stainless steel and barrel rounds the edges without obscuring the grape's character. The palate feels generous yet controlled, with medium body and measured grip. It closes on red fruit, gentle spice and a polished, quietly persistent warmth.
Fattoria La Vialla 2016 Vin Santo del Chianti Occhio di Pernice Riserva
Dried cherry, fig and date open into walnut, caramel and warm baking spice. The palate is rich and softly viscous, with mature savoury depth balancing the concentrated sweetness. A fine line of acidity keeps the finish composed and persistent. Serve in a small pour with almond biscotti, aged pecorino or a simple nut tart.
Trefethen 2019 Chardonnay
A Napa Valley Chardonnay shaped by a long-standing commitment to quality, with pineapple, apple and Meyer lemon layered over orange peel and pear. The palate is full-bodied and structured, but fresh acidity keeps the richness in balance. Creme brulee and vanilla add gentle depth before a smooth, lingering finish. Serve with roast chicken, rich seafood or creamy pasta.
Arianna Occhipinti 2021 SP68 Bianco
Perfumed exotic fruit and white flowers lead an aromatic, textural white, with peach, red apple and orange blossom bringing generous fruit. Stony minerality and a gentle skin-contact grip add shape, while salinity keeps the finish fresh and detailed. Complex without heaviness, it pairs beautifully with grilled prawns, roasted vegetables or aromatic Mediterranean dishes.
Planeta 2021 Etna Rosso DOC
Sour cherry and wild strawberry lead, with violet, vanilla and cracked pepper adding lift. Fleshy and smooth on entry, the palate gains savoury definition from rhubarb, iron and a light earthy note. Fresh acidity keeps the fruit clear while fine, measured tannins carry the wine through a composed, gently spicy finish.
Jacopo Biondi Santi 2018 Sassoalloro Toscana IGT
Benanti 2021 Etna Rosso
Pale ruby in colour, with lifted red-fruit aromas and a cool mineral edge. The palate is dry and medium-bodied, balancing bright acidity with fine texture and a savoury, saline current. Freshness carries through the persistent finish, giving this poised Sicilian red both clarity and an easy affinity with food.
Hospitien 2019 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Spätlese
Ripe apricot and yellow peach lead a lush, fruit-driven palate, with honey, citrus and caramel-crusted almonds adding richness. The sweetness is generous, but vivid acidity and a mineral-spice line keep the wine energetic rather than heavy. The finish is long and gently savoury. Serve lightly chilled with spicy food, roast pork, washed-rind cheese or almond tart.