Wine
Chateau La Lagune 2019 Haut-Medoc
Dense and deeply aromatic, opening with fragrant blackcurrant, blackberry and black cherry alongside plum, rose petal and sweet pipe tobacco. The palate is polished and supple, with ripe fruit, cedar and dark chocolate framed by freshness and fine tannins. A balanced, lifted finish keeps the wine poised rather than heavy.
Champagne Henriot NV Blanc de Blancs Brut
Lemon zest, green apple and white flowers lead into brioche, pastry and a touch of wet chalk. The palate is elegant and focused, with a fine, lacy mousse carrying apricot, lime peel and quince. Chiselled acidity keeps the creamy texture bright, while biscuit and mineral notes linger on the harmonious finish.
Gosset NV Grand Rosé Brut Champagne
Fresh strawberry and red berry aromas lead, joined by citrus, white flowers and a light touch of biscuit. The palate is rounded but precise, with fine bubbles, bright acidity and a smooth, supple texture. Red fruit and gentle toast carry through an enveloping finish that stays lively, balanced and clean.
Billecart-Salmon NV Brut Réserve Champagne
Straw yellow, with slowly rising bubbles and a persistent, finely textured mousse. Apple, crisp pear and citrus lead, followed by white stone fruit, floral lift and a quiet biscuit note. The palate is harmonious and precise, with gentle roasted depth beneath the fruit. A long, fresh mineral finish makes this an excellent aperitif or partner for shellfish.
Michele Reverdito 2016 Barolo Ascheri
A warm-hearted Barolo with flowers, ripe strawberry and dark cherry on the nose. The palate is mid-weight and elegant, showing generous plummy fruit without losing freshness or shape. Fine tannins support the fruit through a poised, savoury finish. Give it some air and serve with roast poultry, braised meat, mushrooms or aged hard cheese.
Champagne Lilbert-Fils NV Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut
Nicolas Maillart 2012 Premier Cru Brut Millésimé Champagne
Domaine de Marcoux 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Dark cherry, cassis and wild berries open with dried thyme, black pepper and violet. Full-bodied yet never heavy, the palate layers ripe fruit over fine, firm tannins and a fleshy mid-palate. Garrigue, tapenade and graphite bring savoury complexity, extending through a long, polished and warmly spiced finish.
Poças 2016 Vintage Port
Smith Woodhouse 2003 Vintage Port
Crushed violet, bergamot and wild herbs lift a brooding core of black plum, blackberry and boysenberry. Powerful and rich, the palate combines ripe perfumed fruit with peppery spice, cigar box and tightly packed tannins. Dark chocolate and molasses deepen the long, structured finish. Decant carefully and serve with blue cheese or dark chocolate.
Quinta do Vale D. Maria 1997 Vintage Port
Cacao and dark chocolate lead a mature bouquet, joined by mint, dried herbs and a subtle savoury edge. Medium-bodied and balanced, the palate combines sweet fruit with round tannins and measured freshness. The finish is long, complex and gently bittersweet. Stand upright and decant carefully, then serve slightly cool with walnuts, blue cheese or dark chocolate.
Robert Weil 2018 Kiedrich Gräfenberg Riesling Auslese
Intense ripe apricot, peach and mango set a generous tone, but the palate stays remarkably precise. Bright acidity cuts through the concentrated fruit, while lemon zest, mint and a salty mineral edge add definition. Lush yet poised, it finishes fresh, piquant and exceptionally long, with ample energy for further development.
S.A. Prum 2018 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spatlese Magnum
Ripe yellow apricot and red peach lead a fruit-forward nose, joined by a leafy, lightly floral lift. The palate balances generous sweetness with a clear mineral line, keeping the texture bright and composed. Rich enough to feel luxurious but never heavy, it carries through a long, gently spicy finish. Serve cool with blue cheese, fruit tarts or mildly spiced dishes.
Nittardi 2018 Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino 2017
Vibrantly perfumed and savoury, with redcurrant, sour cherry and dark woodland fruit layered with wild herbs, laurel, pepper and warm spice. The palate is firm yet energetic, balancing ripe fruit with fresh acidity, fine-grained tannins and a gently earthy undertone. Long and composed on the finish, it benefits from air and pairs naturally with braised beef or aged pecorino.
Oreste Stefano 2015 Perno Barolo Riserva DOCG
Violet and raspberry lead a classic, traditionally styled profile, with the fruit carried by fresh detail and elegant tannin. The palate is focused and measured rather than showy, balancing floral lift with fine savoury depth. Structured for the table or cellar, it finishes dry, composed and quietly persistent.
Marchesi di Gresy 2016 Barbaresco Martinenga
Wild cherry and redcurrant are lifted by dried rose, orange zest and fine herbs, with forest floor and liquorice adding savoury depth. The palate is graceful and firm, built on fresh acidity and finely drawn tannins rather than weight. The finish is long, floral and quietly earthy. Decant before serving with braised beef or truffle dishes.
Caves Sao Joao 1989 Dao Porta dos Cavaleiros Reserva
Brick-garnet in colour, with cherry and strawberry moving into dried herbs, baked gingerbread, leather and a gently earthy savoury tone. The palate remains bright, carrying red fruit and raisined nuance on a firm line of acidity, while mature bottles may show a touch of oxidation. Stand upright before opening, pour carefully, and serve with roast pork, mushrooms or braised dishes.
Caves Sao Joao 1982 Dao Porta dos Cavaleiros
Light garnet with pronounced bricking opens slowly into dried red cherry, currant, hickory, mulch, wet hay, sweet cedar and worn leather. The palate is mature but alive, with resolved tannins and medium acidity carrying savoury red fruit, tobacco, coffee bean and cigar-box detail. Give it twenty to thirty minutes in the glass; stand upright beforehand and open carefully, as older corks may be fragile.