Wine
Suertes del Marqués 2017 El Lance 7 Fuentes
Blackberry, cherry and wild strawberry open the nose, joined by crushed stone and a lift of wild herbs. Light to medium-bodied yet supple, the palate carries juicy red and dark fruit over fresh acidity and finely shaped tannins. Volcanic mineral character brings tension to a dry, lively and savoury finish.
Castell d’Encus 2014 Quest
Peppery and herbal on the nose, with cassis, blackberry and a cool minty lift over restrained oak. The palate is silky and intensely savoury, its dark fruit carried by ultra-fine tannins and a fresh, poised line. Dark spice gathers through the finish, leaving an elegant mountain-grown red with concentration, clarity and remarkable composure.
Las Moradas de San Martín 2018 Las Luces Vinos de Madrid
Cherry-coloured and aromatic, with wild berries, balsamic herbs, liquorice and grapefruit lifted by a clear note of thyme. Broad and unctuous on the palate, it carries the mineral stamp of dry-farmed granite soils without losing freshness. Excellent natural acidity balances the depth, leading to an elegant, persistent finish with a subtle bitter edge.
Viña Ane 2019 Autor Eduardo Monge Rioja 1.5L (Magnum)
Perfumed raspberry and black cherry lead, sharpened by fine baking spice and cracked pepper. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with an easy lift of acidity carrying the fruit through long, firm but polished tannins. Harmonious and finely judged, it finishes with lingering cherry, spice and quiet oak warmth rather than overt weight.
Hammeken Cellars 2013 Tosalet Vinyes Velles Priorat
Cranberry, red cherry and blackberry lead a concentrated aroma, joined by tobacco, cocoa and eucalyptus. The palate is full and structured, with firm, ripe tannins giving shape to the dark fruit. Slate and cracked pepper add a savoury mineral edge, while liquorice brings depth through the middle. The finish is long and warming, carrying fruit, spice and cocoa in a composed, persistent line.
Lopez de Heredia 2013 Vina Tondonia Reserva Rioja
Dried berry and restrained black fruit open with wild herbs, balsamic lift and sweet spice. The palate is rich yet finely controlled, with a smooth, developed texture held by firm, elegant tannins and chalky grip. Cedar and vanilla sit quietly behind the fruit, leading into a layered, savoury finish. Serve with roast lamb, braised beef or aged manchego.
Vega Sicilia Valbuena 5° 2008 Ribera del Duero
Serious and tightly drawn, with dark cherry and black fruit joined by blood orange, dried herbs, forest floor, black tea and a subtle balsamic note. The palate is long rather than broad, driven by juicy acidity, fine tannins and a firm mineral edge. Savoury and precise through the finish, it rewards decanting and pairs well with lamb or slow-cooked beef.
Abbatucci 2014 Cuvee Faustine Corsica
Very pale and clear, with citrus pith, unripe pear and white flowers on the nose. The palate is dry and gently rounded, showing a subtle richness without losing its coastal freshness. Medium-plus acidity feels polished rather than sharp, carrying the old-vine Vermentino through a clean, lightly mineral finish.
Canorgue 2020 Luberon Blanc
Crisp, clean and mineral, with citrus, ripe pear, stone fruit, melon, fresh-cut hay and a subtle fennel note. The palate is dry and energetic, trading heaviness for clarity and lift. A layered southern Rhone white with a fresh, savoury finish that works equally well as an aperitif or beside fish and shellfish.
Jaja de Jau 2021 Or-Ange
An approachable skin-contact white with vivid tangerine, waxy orange, ginger and exotic fruit aromas. The palate is dry and easy-moving, with citrus brightness, gentle phenolic grip and a floral lift from the blend. Ten days on the skins add texture without heaviness, leaving a fresh, lightly spiced finish.
Gérard Bertrand 2022 Heritage An 77 Clairette du Languedoc
Floral aromas of white flowers and honeysuckle open into ripe peach, Williams pear and other yellow fruit, with citrus and a faint almond note. The palate is refreshing and rounded, with an unctuous mid-palate balanced by crisp acidity and a clean, savoury mineral finish. Serve well chilled with grilled Mediterranean fish, shellfish, olives or fresh cheese.
Clos Des Nines 2021 Obladie White
Highly aromatic, opening with rose petal, jasmine and ripe stone fruit over subtle garrigue and vanilla. The palate begins fresh, then broadens into a rounded, generous texture shaped by a blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Vermentino and Viognier. Mineral lift and warming spice carry the wine through a lingering, savoury finish.
Cedre 2022 Les Grezes
Clos Fornelli 2021 Corse Vermentino
Jaja de Jau 2024 Sauvignon Blanc
White flowers and blackcurrant bud lead a very aromatic nose. Crisp, fresh and zesty, the palate carries a hint of honeyed grapefruit through a lively, long finish. Brief skin contact, regular lees stirring and three to four months in temperature-controlled stainless steel add definition without dulling the fruit. Serve with prawns, goat cheese, green herbs, ceviche or simply grilled white fish.
Pietradolce 2022 Etna Bianco
Lemon verbena, sage and salted pistachio create a delicate, distinctly volcanic aroma. The palate is sleek and bone-dry, driven by racy acidity and a firm linear precision that keeps the citrus and herbal notes finely drawn. Mineral and quietly savoury through the finish, it is a polished match for oysters, lobster salad or simply grilled fish.
Tolloy 2024 Pinot Grigio Alto Adige
Apple, pear, citrus and spring flowers form a restrained, fresh bouquet. The palate is seamless and medium in length, with a fine line of acidity carrying orchard fruit toward a clean, lightly saline finish. Precise rather than showy, it works well with prosciutto, grilled fish, fresh pasta or simply as an aperitif.
Mastroberardino 2021 Nova Serra Greco di Tufo
Apricot, pear, apple and peach lead a bright, layered profile, joined by citrus, green almond and a restrained note of sage. The palate has ripe fruit, firm acidity and clear structure, finishing with mineral freshness and focus. Expressive without heaviness, it suits grilled fish, seafood pasta, roast chicken or fresh cheese.