Wine
Castell’in Villa 2019 Chianti Classico
Cedar, sweet pipe tobacco, menthol and liquorice frame ripe red cherry and dried herbs on an aromatic nose. Medium-bodied and unusually approachable, the palate is open-knit yet structured, with savoury detail unfolding effortlessly. A measured touch of oak carries through the finish. Decant briefly and serve with roast veal, grilled pork or tomato-based pasta.
Trinoro 2018 Le Cupole Toscana IGT
Bright garnet in the glass, with an intense nose of ripe damson, cherry and elderberry joined by subtle balsamic and savoury notes. The palate is lavish and juicy yet energetic, layering generous dark fruit over a balanced frame. Freshness carries the concentrated flavours into a poised, lingering finish.
Visintini 2020 Franconia Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC
Light and vividly aromatic, with violet, raspberry and fresh red berry notes leading into a gently savoury palate. Bright acidity gives the fruit lift, while the tannins remain soft and finely drawn, keeping the wine supple rather than weighty. A subtle herbal edge adds definition before a clean, lightly spiced finish.
Bocale 2015 Ennio Montefalco Sagrantino
Cassis, mocha and cedar lead the nose with an assertive, dark-fruited character. The concentrated palate brings dried black cherry, cocoa and vanilla into focus, supported by tightly knit tannins and a broad, powerful frame. A warming note carries through the finish, giving this structured red a bold, cellar-worthy profile.
Elio Grasso 2015 Ginestra Casa Maté Barolo
Ripe strawberry and dark cherry open with dried fig, mushroom and a cool menthol note. The palate is deep and firmly structured, its concentrated fruit framed by tight tannins and balsamic lift. Earthy detail builds with air while the fruit remains precise. The finish is long and linear, leaving dried berries, savoury spice and a clean mineral edge.
Luccarelli 2023 Primitivo Puglia IGT
Deep ruby with violet highlights, opening on generous red fruit. The palate is full and soft, with firm but rounded tannins giving shape to the ripe fruit. A harmonious balance of richness and structure keeps the wine approachable, while a lightly savoury finish adds definition. Serve with slow-cooked tomato sauces, grilled sausages or roast lamb.
Cantina Tollo 2024 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
Black fruit, prune, liquorice and spice lead a generous, dry red with a distinctly savoury edge. Present acidity keeps the medium body in balance, while smooth texture carries the dark fruit through a clean, warming finish. Straightforward but composed, it is well suited to duck confit, grilled pork, pizza or tomato-rich pasta.
Von Winning 2015 Sauvignon Blanc I
Honeyed concentration shapes the opening, with mandarin, grapefruit and quince set against brown butter. The wine is dry, and full oak fermentation adds another layer to the fruit-led profile. Citrus and quince continue through the palate, followed again by the brown-butter note. The finish is long and lingering, moving from the documented fruit and oak-fermentation character toward a distinct stone-like close.
Stefan Meyer 2016 Frühburgunder Kleines Rhodt
Cherry, blackberry, blackcurrant and raspberry shape a vivid, savoury bouquet, with a quiet smoky note adding depth. The palate is medium-bodied and fresh, with fine tannins and a delicate texture carrying the berry fruit through a composed finish. Serve with roast poultry, mushrooms, grilled pork or mild game dishes.
St. Urbans-Hof 2018 Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett Grosse Lage Riesling
S.A. Prüm 2019 Wehlen Sonnenuhr Riesling GG
Herbal spice opens the nose, with an ethereal hint of fir honey adding depth. The palate combines penetrating acidity with a broad, viscous texture, while grapefruit preserve, dry grass and hay bring savoury complexity. Generous yet controlled, it remains lively and appetising, finishing with mineral tension and clear potential to develop.
S.A. Prüm 2019 Wehlen Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling
Pear and grapefruit lead the aroma, with lanolin and ground ginger adding savoury depth. The palate is clear and measured, supported by vibrant acidity and a firm mineral line that keeps the sweetness controlled. Balanced and quietly expressive, it finishes with steady freshness, subtle spice and satisfying length.
S.A. Prum 2015 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spatlese Magnum
Deep lemon in colour, with honey, hazelnut and green apple opening into nectarine, blood orange, lychee and apricot. The palate is full and sweet but kept lively by bright acidity and slate-like minerality. Subtle petrol notes add mature complexity, while lime and honey carry the long finish. Serve cool with seared tuna, spicy seafood, blue cheese or fruit-based desserts.
S.A. Prüm 2006 Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese VDP Grosse Lage
Seductive smoky stone fruit opens the nose, joined by wild herbs, mirabelle plum and star fruit. The palate is still compact and firm, with bright peach, candied sweetness and dried melon held in precise balance by lively acidity. Meadow herbs and a subtle malty note carry into a long, gently sweet and spicy finish.
S.A. Prum 2019 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spatlese
Apricot jam leads an expressive, gently honeyed profile, sharpened by electric acidity. Mint and lavender bring a cool aromatic lift, while key lime adds precision to the finish. Sweetness and freshness remain in clear tension, giving the palate energy rather than weight. Serve lightly chilled with blue cheese, fruit tart or fragrant, moderately spiced dishes.
Nik Weis St. Urbans-Hof 2014 Wiltinger Alte Reben Riesling
Bright and flinty on the nose, with lavender lifting the wine's delicate fruit. The palate is lean, precise and elegant, balancing gentle off-dry sweetness with salty minerality and clear acidity. Dried peach, glazed apricot and a touch of smoke broaden the profile, while slate, white pepper and sea salt extend the finish.
Markus Altenburger 2019 Neuburger betont.
Delicately cloudy orange-gold in the glass, with candied tangerine zest, fresh white tropical fruit and a touch of acacia honey. The palate is fine and mineral, balancing vivid acidity with a gently saline line and a long, composed finish. An expressive, textural white for roast squash, pork or firm cheeses.
Mönchhof 2019 Estate Riesling
White pepper, ash and crushed stone frame vivid nectarine and grapefruit. The palate is semi-dry and richly extracted, yet remains light on its feet, with brisk acidity giving the ripe fruit lift and precision. The finish is bright, mineral and mouthwatering. Serve chilled with spicy dishes, smoked fish or soft-rind cheese.