Wine
Chateau Fonreaud 2019 Listrac-Medoc
Maison Agricole Joy Hill 2023 Pastoral Sans Foi ni Loi Vivant 5
A lightly yeasty aroma gives this white a gently rustic edge while its fruit remains fresh and restrained. The palate is delicate and light, with a lively profile that keeps the wine clear and energetic. Yeast and fresh fruit share the centre without either becoming excessive. The close is clean and bright, carrying the same measured yeast and fresh character.
1 Mill Road 2022 Black Pine Pinot Noir
A fragrant, finely structured Pinot Noir with sour cherry, cranberry, ripe strawberry and raspberry at the centre. Pepper, dried herbs and graphite add savoury definition as the wine opens. Bright acidity drives the palate, while dusty, fine-grained tannins give youthful density and length. A brief decant brings out its detail; serve with salmon, roast poultry or mushroom dishes.
Lightfoot & Wolfville 2022 Brut Rosé
Delicate red berries and rhubarb galette lead, layered with white pepper, subtle truffle and savoury herbs. The palate echoes the aromatics with gentle spice and earthy nuance, held in a dry, balanced frame. Fine persistent bubbles and a creamy mousse give the wine textural elegance, while bright maritime acidity carries the graceful finish. Serve with snow crab, charcuterie or soft cheeses.
Stolpman Vineyards 2020 Combe Trousseau Ballard Canyon
Bright red fruit leads with strawberry and cherry, followed by dried herbs, lavender and a gentle earthy note. Light in body but softly textured, partial whole-cluster fermentation brings gentle spice and a velvety feel, while neutral oak keeps the profile restrained. Freshness carries the wine through a savoury, quietly persistent finish.
Albamar 2020 Edición Especial Nai Mencía Ribeira Sacra
Deep red-purple, with ripe black fruit and dried herbs giving the nose richness and lift in equal measure. Soft and creamy on the palate, it balances red-fruit compote with savoury detail and well-judged acidity. Supple rather than heavy, the texture stays generous before a fresh, composed and gently herbal finish.
Antonio Caggiano 2022 Béchar Fiano di Avellino
Ripe pear, honeyed almond and citrus blossom lead, with a soft floral note adding lift. The palate is rounded and quietly rich, balanced by fresh acidity and a lightly savoury finish. Poised rather than heavy, it works beautifully with grilled prawns, roast chicken or pasta dressed with lemon and herbs.
Cordero di Montezemolo 2021 Barbera d’Alba
Mature fruit and prune lead with cacao and warm spice on a fragrant nose. Full and fresh on the palate, it combines generous flavour with very soft tannins and a smooth, approachable shape. The finish remains poised and gently savoury. Serve with mushroom pasta, grilled sausage, pizza or slow-cooked beef.
Colmone della Marca 2010 Ciacco da Colmone Terreni di Sanseverino Moro DOC
Blue and black fruit lead the nose, joined by vanilla and a subtle clove note. The palate is plush and plummy, with ripe berry flavours held by smooth, well-integrated tannins. Fresh acidity keeps the generous texture in balance, while savoury spice and dark fruit linger through a composed, persistent finish.
Jermann 2018 Blau & Blau Tre Venezie IGT
Ripe berries lead a harmonious, expressive nose, with grass, undergrowth and a subtle earthy note adding freshness. The palate is medium-bodied, balanced and elegant, combining generous fruit with soft tannins and a gentle savoury edge. A clean, composed finish keeps the wine supple while retaining clear aromatic character.
Moreau-Naudet 2018 Chablis 750 mL
Well-defined citrus opens over a taut, fresh palate, with fine acidity keeping the fruit precise. A mineral note adds cool definition, while apple peel brings a gently textured, savoury edge. The structure is focused rather than austere, allowing the citrus and orchard-fruit elements to remain clear. The finish is clean and persistent, leaving apple peel, citrus and a measured mineral impression.
Rust en Vrede 2020 Estate Vineyards Syrah
Floral perfume and musk lead the aroma, followed by blackberry compote, blueberry and ripe damson plum. Paprika, sweet red pepper and sandalwood add layered spice. The palate is round and juicy, with black cherry, crème de cassis and chilli chocolate developing through the middle. Dark fruit remains central to the close, with paprika, sandalwood and chocolate extending the layered spicy character.
Stolpman Vineyards 2021 Uni White
Cantaloupe, white flowers and Asian pear lead, followed by golden pineapple and tangerine. The palate is full and textural but held in balance by crisp acidity, with lime pith, melon and a cool mineral line through the finish. A polished white for shellfish, sushi, roast chicken or richer vegetable dishes.
La Perdida 2020 Malas Uvas
Green apple and peach skin lead into dried flowers, ginger and a touch of sage. The palate is dry and lively, with a gently cloudy, textured feel, brisk acidity and a salty, earthy mineral edge. Savoury and characterful without losing freshness, it is especially good with steamed mussels, roast vegetables or firm cheese.
Viñadores de Gredos 2019 Surprise Chasselas Cebreros
An oxidative, Oloroso-like nose brings toasted nuts, warm spice and apple compote. The palate is dry and textural, with pear, dates and candied-nut richness cut by vibrant acidity. Savoury rather than fruity in the conventional sense, it stays fresh and distinctive, finishing with a gently earthy, sherry-like tang and persistent nutty detail.
Ampeleia 2019 Carignano Toscana IGT
Fine floral aromas lead into ripe red and black berries, pomegranate and salty Mediterranean herbs. The palate is nimble and sharply focused, with bright acidity giving the fruit an almost electric lift. Thyme and fennel add savoury detail, while fine tannins keep the finish fresh, precise and quietly persistent.
Barbacàn 2019 Rosso di Valtellina
Clean and pure, with red berries, violet and alpine herbs carried by a cool mineral line. The palate is light on its feet yet firmly shaped, bringing fresh fruit, peppery spice and fine tannins into balance. Energetic rather than heavy, it closes savoury, stony and precise, with distinctly mountain-bred freshness.
Colombera & Garella 2016 Cascina Cottignano Bramaterra
Dark cherry in the glass, with plump cherry and raspberry lifted by a quiet floral perfume. The palate moves through red and black berries, savoury herbs and a distinctly stony, mineral line. Tempered acidity and broad, medium-grained tannins keep the ripe fruit composed. Decant briefly and serve with roast duck, wild mushrooms, braised beef or aged mountain cheese.