Wine
La Stella 2019 Fortissimo Okanagan Valley
Bing cherry, red cherry and black cherry mingle with grilled herbs, cured tobacco and a subtle frame of warm oak. The palate is layered and savoury, with generous fruit, measured extraction and supple structure already working in harmony. Fresh acidity keeps the finish poised and inviting. Serve with osso buco, rosemary-crusted lamb or a mushroom cannelloni.
Maria Rigol Ordi NV Brut Nature Cava
Orange blossom, almond and broom lead into citrus, bread dough and fresh yeast. Fine persistent bubbles animate a bright palate of pear, nectarine and lime peel, with green apple bringing clean acidity. The texture is flavourful yet poised, closing dry with gentle herbal detail and a crisp mineral finish.
Gérard Bertrand 2023 Héritage An 825 Brut Crémant de Limoux
Pere Mata NV Cupada 30 Cava Brut Nature
White flowers and bright citrus lift a clean, fruit-forward nose, with a light bready note adding depth. The palate is fresh and precise, its fine bubbles carrying crisp orchard fruit into a dry, energetic finish. Traditional-method ageing brings just enough savoury complexity without dulling the wine's easy charm. Serve well chilled with oysters, fried seafood, tapas or salty snacks.
Manoir de la Tête Rouge NV Free Mousse Pétillant Naturel
Red apple, pear and citrus zest open with apricot, white flowers and subtle buttery toast. Fine persistent bubbles animate a creamy, gently rounded palate, while fresh acidity keeps the ripe orchard fruit poised. The wine finishes crisp and dry, with a charming balance of savoury depth and easy brightness.
Calcarius NV Frecciabomb Orange Pét-Nat
Cloudy amber-gold with a lively, gentle fizz. Ripe pineapple and lemon zest lead, followed by wildflower honey and a faint Mediterranean-herb note. The palate balances a lightly grippy skin-contact texture with bright acidity, keeping the fruit energetic and dry. Serve well chilled with burrata, fried seafood, spicy dishes or a generous plate of antipasti.
Corcelettes 2017 Meritage
Blackberry and fresh blueberry lead with a light violet perfume. The palate layers red and dark plum with sweet cherry and allspice, framed by balanced acidity and restrained tannins. A faint smoky note adds depth without heaviness, carrying the dark fruit through a polished, savoury and gently persistent finish.
Fort Berens 2020 Cabernet Franc
Black cherry, plum and blackcurrant set a generous dark-fruited tone. The palate is velvety and supple, with ripe fruit carried by a smooth, approachable structure. Subtle savoury notes keep the richness in check, while gentle tannins and balanced freshness lead into a composed finish with enough depth to develop further in bottle.
Rocim 2021 Alicante Bouschet
A concentrated Alicante Bouschet with black fruit, mineral notes and restrained barrel spice. The palate is full and structured, with firm tannins balanced by fresh acidity and a dark-fruited core. Harmonious rather than heavy through the finish, it is well matched with grilled beef, braised lamb, mushrooms or hearty dishes with smoky, savoury flavours.
Lagar de Cervera 2019 Albariño Rías Baixas
Citrus rind, apricot and ripe white fruit open the nose, joined by fresh apple and pear. The palate enters brightly, then broadens with confident structure and a finely judged mineral line. Lemony acidity keeps the fruit precise, while dry tangerine and citrus notes return on a clean, crisp and elegant finish.
Losada 2019 Mencía Bierzo
Black cherry and plum lead with toast, dark chocolate and licorice, while mountain herbs and mineral notes add lift. The palate is expressive and balanced, with integrated tannins and acidity carrying the fruit into a composed finish. Generous but not heavy, it suits grilled steak, roast lamb or mushroom dishes.
Verónica Ortega 2022 Quite Mencía
Mulberry and brambly fruit lead, joined by floral, licorice and herbal notes. The palate is supple and finely textured, with balanced tannins and an easy flow that keeps the fruit clear. Deep enough for roast pork or grilled mushrooms yet fresh enough for charcuterie, it is expressive without excess weight.
Domaines Bunan 2020 Belouve Rouge
A supple southern French red with red cherry, plum and wild berry fruit, followed by violet, licorice and gentle spice. The palate is medium-bodied and rounded, with modest tannin and a fresh savoury line that keeps the ripe fruit in balance. Approachable but not simple, it works especially well with charcuterie, grilled sausages, roast vegetables or an informal midweek supper.
Clos Fornelli 2018 Rouge Corsica
Vivid red fruit and violets lead into a generous, well-structured palate. Cherry and raspberry are joined by pepper, dried herbs and a faint earthy note, while silky tannins keep the wine supple. Bright and savoury, it closes with lingering spice, fresh acidity and the distinctive lift of an island red.