Wine
Joseph Phelps Insignia 2002 Napa Valley
Bold and concentrated, with black cherry, boysenberry, plum, cassis and blackberry layered with violet, graphite, toasted oak, tobacco, charcoal and mocha. Full-bodied and luxurious, the palate has firm fine-grained tannins, dark chocolate, spice and a long, persistent finish. The structure is imposing but polished, making this a natural match for grilled beef or lamb.
Remoissenet Pere et Fils 2020 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
Floral and expansive, with honeysuckle and gardenia leading into pear, poached apple, ginger and lightly grilled pineapple. The palate is silky and generous, balanced by enough freshness to keep the richness precise. Creamy vanilla lingers through a polished finish. This grand cru white rewards a short decant and pairs naturally with seared scallops, lobster, roast chicken or soft-ripened cheese.
Yalumba 2012 The Caley Cabernet Shiraz
A composed Cabernet–Shiraz blend with cassis, violet and rose petal, followed by iodine, cedar and a fine mineral note. The palate is deep and seamless, bringing Cabernet structure together with the breadth of Shiraz. Chalky tannins and fresh acidity shape the long finish, giving the wine the balance for roast beef, lamb or slow-cooked dishes.
Château La Fleur-Pétrus 1997 Pomerol
Ripe dark fruit opens with rose, violet and sweet spice, followed by a measured note of oak. The palate is supple and composed, with mature fruit, savoury earth and tertiary complexity held in careful balance. Silky texture brings depth without heaviness, while retained vitality carries the floral, gently spiced finish.
Blandy’s 1968 Sercial Madeira
Mid-deep amber with an olive-green rim, opening on lifted smoke and a distinctly savoury note. The palate is dry but not austere, combining crystallised fruit with incisive acidity and remarkable intensity. Greengage brings a fresh, tart lift through the centre. The finish is mouthwatering and persistent, moving from fruit to fine woodsmoke and a final touch of savoury complexity.
Remoissenet 1969 Chevalier L’Arquebuse
A fully mature Burgundy with dried citrus peel, baked apple and hazelnut, joined by honeyed wax, truffle and gentle spice. The palate is silky and integrated, carrying preserved orchard fruit, toasted nuts and savoury depth on a softened frame. Its long, earthy finish calls for quiet attention and a simple table companion such as roast poultry, mushrooms or aged Comté.
Joseph Phelps Insignia 2001 Napa Valley
Deep and layered, with black cherry, plum, cassis and dark berry framed by cedar, graphite, mocha, chocolate, tobacco and floral notes. Full-bodied and opulent yet precise, the palate brings excellent concentration, supple sweet tannins and measured oak into a long, structured finish. Allow generous air before serving with grilled beef, lamb or mushrooms.
Remoissenet Pere & Fils 1969 Morey-Saint-Denis
Sweet tobacco, cigar wrapper and warm cabinet spice lead into truffle, undergrowth and a light coffee-and-brown-sugar note. The palate retains rich fruit and a gently sweet middle, framed by firm but integrated tannins. Earthy and mature yet notably elegant, it finishes with savoury spice and composed length. Stand upright before opening and decant carefully around sediment.
Dominus Estate 2003 Red Blend Yountville Napa Valley
Violet, raspberry and worn leather open over plum-toned fruit. The palate builds gradually through cumin, dark red fruit, blackcurrant and cherry, with underbrush and black tea adding savoury complexity. Supple and full-bodied yet restrained, it carries tobacco and truffle through a long, fragrant finish shaped by fine tannins and fresh balance.
Remoissenet Pere & Fils 2019 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru
Deep ruby in colour, with red and black fruit layered over cherry, raspberry and measured spice. The palate is elegant yet powerful, its firm tannic structure balanced by clear fruit and a savoury line of leather and undergrowth. Subtle oak frames the finish without dominating. Serve with roast duck, beef, mushrooms or other deeply flavoured dishes.
Gould Campbell 1977 Vintage Port Magnum
Deep ruby in colour, with ripe blackberry, red cherry and violet lifted by sweet spice and dark chocolate. The palate is smooth and satin-textured, yet still firm, carrying bramble fruit, tobacco and pepper through dense, well-integrated tannins. A long, warming finish leaves dark fruit, spice and a mineral freshness.
Larkmead Vineyards 2016 The Lark Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Gravel, smoke and dark fruit lead into a powerful, tightly focused Cabernet. Licorice, tobacco and game bring savoury depth, while lavender, menthol, spice and new leather add lift and complexity. The palate is vertical and mineral-driven, with impressive intensity held in check by a firm structure and a long, layered finish.
Ducru-Beaucaillou 1990 Saint-Julien
Preserved plum and kirsch sit at the centre of a mature, savoury bouquet, layered with incense, cigar box, leather, tobacco and tilled earth. Medium- to full-bodied, the palate is graceful and satiny, carrying dried red berry and exotic spice over a gently chewy structure. The finish is long, fragrant and tea-toned. Decant carefully and serve with roast lamb or aged cheese.
Agrapart Vénus Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs Champagne
White pepper, chalk and crushed rock lead, with citrus zest, mint and subtle orchard fruit adding lift. The palate is seamless and finely layered, shaped by bright acidity and a distinctly mineral line. Bone-dry yet composed, it carries its depth into a long, saline finish. Serve with oysters, scallops, roast poultry or aged hard cheese.
Remoissenet 2016 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru
Black cherry and raspberry are set against earth, spice and a measured oak note. Dense and powerful, the palate has notable texture and resonance, yet the fruit remains pure and clearly defined. Firm tannins carry the wine through a long, savoury finish. Give it generous air and serve with roast duck or beef.
Penfolds 2006 Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon
A deeply coloured Cabernet Sauvignon with cassis, blackberry and plum layered over liquorice, dark chocolate, cedar and tobacco. The full-bodied palate is rich and muscular, carrying black olive, coffee and clove through fine, grainy tannins. Fresh acidity keeps the concentration in balance, while the long finish shows mature savoury detail alongside persistent dark fruit. Decant carefully before serving with roast beef or lamb.
Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2002 Bolgheri
Concentrated and expressive, with blackcurrant, plum and ripe dark berries joined by tobacco, dried herbs, forest floor and subtle spice. The palate balances rugged savoury depth with unmistakable elegance, bringing velvety texture, fresh acidity and fine tannins into a long, vibrant finish. Allow time in a decanter and serve with roast lamb, beef or porcini mushrooms.
Dom Pérignon 2008 Rosé Champagne
Raspberry and wild strawberry burst from the glass, followed by iris, violet and red berries. The palate is tense and vibrant, with fine bubbles, fresh pastry and toasted notes adding depth to the concentrated fruit. Spice, white flowers and a faint herbal lift carry the finish with energy, precision and impressive length.
Biondi-Santi 2004 Tenuta Greppo Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Deep garnet colour opens to cherries, raspberries, licorice, forest floor and leather. The documented palate remains youthful and intense, yet balanced, with refined tannins and lively acidity. A second exact record adds stone fruit and blackberry, describing a fresh, layered and elegant profile with ripe tannins and a very long finish. This is a mature Brunello that still shows notable freshness and definition.