Wine
Tenuta di Castellaro 2019 Bianco Pomice 750 mL
Citrus and field flowers open, followed by ripe orchard fruit, cedar and a measured almond note. The palate is broad and finely textured, with fresh acidity and a distinct saline mineral line carrying the fruit. Orange pith and pear add definition through the centre, while white pepper brings gentle lift. Dry and persistent, it finishes with citrus, sweet almond and a long volcanic-mineral edge.
Cordero di Montezemolo 2024 Fuoricasa Langhe Pelaverga
White pepper, violet and fresh strawberry lift from the glass, joined by juicy red berries and delicate spice. The palate is light-bodied, bright and supple, with crisp acidity and gentle tannins shaping its silky texture. Fresh, aromatic and quietly persistent, it can be served slightly cool with charcuterie, roast poultry or mushroom dishes.
Orofino 2021 Reserve Syrah
Jean Vesselle NV Extra Brut Champagne 375 mL
Fresh and powerful on the nose, with ripe orchard fruit, citrus and a restrained floral lift. The palate is lively and vinous, its Pinot Noir depth balanced by Chardonnay brightness and fine, persistent bubbles. Very low dosage leaves the finish clean, brisk and emphatically dry, while the fruit remains generous. A polished half-bottle for an aperitif, sushi, oysters or other simply prepared raw fish.
El Enemigo 2018 Malbec Mendoza
A concentrated Malbec built around black plum, blackberry and black cherry, with violet, graphite and wild-herb detail bringing a savoury edge. A small portion of Cabernet Franc adds lift and structure. The palate is medium to full-bodied, dense yet fresh, with chalky tannins, finely judged oak and a persistent mineral finish. Decanting will let the darker fruit and aromatic detail open fully.
Cambria 2021 Julia’s Vineyard Pinot Noir
Ripe blackberry and blueberry open into cranberry, wild cherry and bright pomegranate. The palate balances generous red and dark fruit with earthy depth, baking spice and firm tannins, retaining a cool coastal poise beneath the richness. Long and composed through the finish, it is a polished match for mushroom dishes, roast chicken, grilled salmon or mild cheeses.
50th Parallel Estate 2019 Chardonnay
Mayhem 2018 Anarchy Merlot
Ripe strawberry, black cherry and raspberry-rhubarb pie lead a generous, layered nose, with milk chocolate and restrained French oak adding depth. The palate is youthful and structured, bringing the dark fruit into focus with fresh acidity. Peppery spice shapes the finish and keeps the wine poised rather than heavy.
Therapy Vineyards 2014 Super Ego
Tobacco and smoke open with baked cherry, blackberry and plum, followed by vanilla, mocha and measured oak. The palate is full and balanced, with firm, well-shaped tannins framing the ripe fruit. Earthy and herbal notes add savoury depth, carrying the wine into a warming, persistent finish with mature complexity.
Cassini 2018 Maximus Red
Cassis and black currant lead, joined by black pepper, dark berries, vanilla, cocoa and tobacco. Full-bodied and generous, the palate layers blackberry, raspberry and black cherry with measured oak and warm spice. Soft tannins keep the structure polished, carrying concentrated fruit and savoury detail through a long, silky and composed finish.
Luis Pato 2017 Vinhas Velhas Tinto
Enate 2018 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
Ezio Poggio 2018 Archetipo Timorasso
Freshly cut stone fruit and lemon meet a pronounced saline, stony mineral line. The palate is full-bodied and mouth-coating yet driven by precise acidity, with white flowers and subtle herbal detail emerging toward the finish. Concentrated without heaviness, it is well suited to roast poultry, firm fish, risotto or aged cheese.
Domaine de la Sarazinière 2021 Mâcon-Bussières Le Pavillon
Bright citrus and white peach lead into crisp orchard fruit, with a fine mineral line giving the palate shape. There is a quiet generosity beneath the freshness, balanced by clean acidity and a lightly textured finish. Composed and versatile, it is well suited to roast chicken, firm white fish or creamy vegetable dishes.
Niepoort 2015 Late Bottled Vintage Port
Château La Rabotine 2024 Sancerre
Elderflower and acacia rise first, followed by wildflower honey, pineapple and a light confectionery note. The palate is fresh and smooth, with lemon and citrus bringing clean definition to the riper fruit. Bright acidity holds everything in balance, carrying the wine into a tangy, polished and refreshing finish.
Gaintza Aitako 2019 Getariako Txakolina
Golden in colour, with apple and pineapple aromas joined by lemon, white flowers and a sea-spray mineral note. The palate is dry and rounded, with good body and lively acidity keeping its richness in balance. Gentle lees texture carries into a long, clean finish. Serve with oysters, grilled fish, sushi or anchovy pintxos.
Domaine Tinel-Blondelet 2023 Pouilly-Fume L’Arret Buffatte
Pear, green apple, lemon and white flowers open with aromatic clarity, underpinned by a cool line of flinty minerality. The palate is vibrant and textured, with citrus-driven acidity and a firm mineral backbone. Precise, expressive and composed through the finish, it suits goat cheese, shellfish or simply prepared salmon.
Maidenii Dry Vermouth
Apricot and bright citrus open an aromatic nose, followed by cinnamon, anise and a distinctly savoury herbal line. Strawberry gum, river mint, sea parsley and lime leaf bring a vivid Australian botanical character, while wormwood and gentian supply clean bitterness. The palate is dry, floral and fresh, with restrained fruit and a crisp finish. Serve lightly chilled on its own, over ice with tonic, or use it to give a Martini extra aromatic detail.