Wine
Clos Cibonne 2020 Cuvée Tradition Tibouren Rosé Magnum
Blood orange, tangerine and clementine lead an expressive nose, joined by rose petals, sweet spice and white pepper. The palate is round and layered yet remains vibrant, with ripe citrus, gentle herbal notes and a subtle coastal salinity. A supple, savoury finish gives this structured rosé unusual breadth and composure.
Remoissenet 2019 Volnay
Red cherry and cassis are lifted by purple flowers, with a quiet thread of liquorice adding depth. Medium-bodied and composed, the palate has fine, refined tannins and a smooth flow that keeps the fruit clear from start to finish. The close is long and graceful. Serve with duck, pork tenderloin or roasted mushrooms.
G.D. Vajra Baudana 2018 Barolo Cerretta DOCG
Mid ruby with the first hints of garnet, opening slowly to perfumed red fruit, black cherry and plum, then sage, menthol, licorice and crushed stone. Medium-bodied and tightly focused, the palate brings striking freshness and firm, fine-grained tannins. Structured and mineral, it finishes long with dark fruit, savoury spice and quiet power.
Gaja 2018 Sito Moresco Langhe DOP
Corte Pavone 2017 Campo Marzio Brunello di Montalcino
Dark fruit, blackcurrant and spice lead an earthy, mineral-driven profile, with cherries and black tea adding depth. The palate is elegant and tightly wound, framed by chalky, savoury tannins and bright berry fruit. Long and composed through the finish, it is an excellent match for roast lamb, game or porcini.
Grgich Hills Estate 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
A rich Napa Cabernet Sauvignon with dark berry fruit, blackcurrant and plum, accented by lavender and allspice. The palate is velvety and full, with smooth tannins carrying plum and pluot into notes of rhubarb and nutmeg. Structured yet generous through the finish, it benefits from air and suits grilled beef, roast lamb or mature cheese.
Duckhorn 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa
Blackberry, cassis and blueberry liqueur shape a fragrant, deeply fruited nose. The palate expands through black cherry and dark plum, with firm tannins and clear acidity giving the fruit definition. Vanilla and tobacco emerge on the powerful, structured finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, grilled lamb or aged cheddar.
Laurent-Perrier NV Cuvée Rosé Brut Champagne
Fresh raspberry, redcurrant, strawberry and black cherry rise from the glass with vivid, precise fruit. The palate is supple yet energetic, balancing generous berry flavour with fine bubbles and a clean line of acidity. Elegant and persistent rather than sweet, it finishes with the sensation of freshly picked red fruit. Serve as an aperitif or with tuna, duck, soft cheeses or berry-led desserts.
Montes 2012 Folly Syrah
Dark plum, raspberry and blackberry open with a concentrated, savoury depth. The palate is rich and firmly structured, bringing dark chocolate into line with hot stone, white pepper and layered spice. Ripe fruit remains clear beneath the wine's power. The finish is long and warming, leaving black fruit, mineral tension, pepper and a measured touch of cocoa.
Montes Alpha M 2016
Liquorice and dark cherry lead with cassis, sweet chestnut and nutmeg. The palate is concentrated but polished, layering ripe red and black fruit with tobacco, leather and dark chocolate. Red and black pepper bring definition while toasted oak stays integrated. The finish is long and composed, leaving blackcurrant, warm spice, fine tannins and a savoury echo.
Summerhill 2016 Ner Tamid Magnum
Dark cherry and blackcurrant lead an elegant, full-flavoured red, with gentle cedar, dried herbs and warm spice adding savoury detail. The palate is polished rather than heavy, its ripe fruit held by fresh acidity and fine, measured tannins. Composed and persistent, it suits roast lamb, braised beef or mushroom dishes.
Montes 2018 Purple Angel Carménère
Blackberry, ripe blueberry and plum lead with cassis and a light dried-herb note. The palate is silky yet structured, layering cooked cherry and candied fruit with cocoa, clove and restrained smoke. Freshness keeps the dark fruit precise through the middle. The finish is long and spicy, leaving polished tannins, black fruit, dark chocolate and gentle savoury depth.
Laurent-Perrier NV Cuvée Rosé Brut Champagne
Raspberry, redcurrant and strawberry rise with black cherry and a fine floral lift. The palate is fresh and precise, carrying vivid red fruit through a supple, rounded texture and fine bubbles. Bright acidity gives the richness shape without turning austere. The finish is clean and persistent, leaving raspberry, cherry, delicate citrus and a poised mineral edge.
Double Diamond by Schrader 2019 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Steeped plum, boysenberry and mulberry lead a generous nose, with cassis, savoury bay leaf and a measured touch of roasted oak. The palate is broad and dense but polished, carrying dark fruit through bittersweet cocoa, fine tannins and a fresh line of acidity. Menthol and loamy earth add lift and depth before a long, composed finish. Decant before serving with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs or roasted portobello mushrooms.
Giuseppe Cortese 2021 Barbaresco Rabajà 750 mL
Raspberry, cherry and plum lead a lifted, complex nose, joined by wilted rose, tea and a touch of undergrowth. The palate is juicy and finely structured, with tightly woven tannins giving the red fruit definition and length. Savoury earth and dried herbs build through the middle, while the finish remains firm, fresh and persistent. Decant before serving with braised beef, roast lamb, porcini or aged hard cheese.
Il Poggione 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli 750 mL
Intense ruby in the glass, with layered red cherry and plum joined by savoury spice, leather and a quiet tobacco note. The palate is full and concentrated, balancing ripe fruit with bright acidity and firm, polished tannins. Cedar and earthy detail build through the middle, while the finish remains long, structured and composed. Decant before serving with roast beef, braised game, mushroom dishes, truffles or mature hard cheese.
Remoissenet 2018 Meursault Cuvée Maurice Chevalier 750 mL
Balanced and harmonious, with a delicate profile and a smooth, polished texture. The palate is measured rather than showy, moving with quiet poise and a consistent sense of proportion. Nothing feels exaggerated; the wine remains refined and composed through a long, even finish. Allow a little air before serving, then pair with roast chicken, grilled lobster, scallops or creamy mushroom dishes.
Domaine Bouard-Bonnefoy 2017 Chassagne-Montrachet 750 mL
Green apple, pear and white peach meet lemon zest, white flowers and a light touch of toasted hazelnut. The palate is rounded and gently creamy, yet bright acidity keeps the ripe orchard fruit precise. Crushed chalk and wet-stone notes add a cool mineral line through the centre, while restrained oak brings quiet spice. The finish is clean, savoury and persistent, returning to citrus and stone.
San Giusto a Rentennano 2018 Percarlo Toscana Sangiovese 750 mL
Silky and gracious, with dark cherry and plum framed by lifted floral notes and fine spice. The palate is ample and creamy without losing precision, its ripe fruit carried by fresh acidity and polished tannins. Savoury earth and a subtle mineral note add depth through the middle. The finish is long and refined, returning to red fruit, florals and measured spice with composed persistence.