Red
Michele Reverdito 2016 Barolo Badarina
A mature Barolo with dried cherry, red currant and rose petal set against tobacco, leather and warm spice. The palate is composed and savoury, with fine, integrated tannins and fresh acidity carrying the fruit into notes of orange peel, dried herbs and earth. Long and settled on the finish, it is well suited to braised beef, mushrooms or aged hard cheese.
Merryvale Vineyards 2010 Profile Cabernet Sauvignon–Petit Verdot 750 mL
Cassis and blackberry open with chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon, smoke and cedar. The palate is dense and full-bodied, its dark fruit framed by ripe, rounded tannins and a polished sense of weight. Black cherry and grilled herbs add savoury definition through the middle. The finish is long and composed, lingering on violets, dark fruit, cedar and measured spice.
Chateau du Hureau 2018 Saumur-Champigny Les Fevettes
Rich red-cherry in colour, with refined fruit, mulberry, dusky plum, perfumed cassis and dried violet on the nose. The palate is well balanced and seriously structured, combining red and black fruit with warm spice and savoury depth. Silky, fine-grained tannins shape the wine before a smooth, precise and very long finish.
7 Vinas Tierra Del Huarpe 2024 Malbec
A supple Malbec with blackberry, blueberry and dark plum, followed by vanilla and gentle baking spice. The palate is medium-bodied and velvety, with ripe tannins and well-judged acidity keeping the fruit balanced. Smooth and persistent on the finish, it is an easy fit with grilled beef, empanadas, roasted vegetables or a firm, savoury cheese.
Clos du Soleil 2021 Syrah Similkameen Valley
Violet, crushed raspberry and black plum open with hints of pepper, sagebrush and baking spice. Rich but finely balanced, the palate layers wild raspberry, black currant and dark forest fruit over fresh acidity and firm, stony tannins. A touch of dark chocolate adds depth before the persistent, savoury finish.
Le Vieux Pin 2022 Petit Rouge ½
Dark berries and black currant lead a juicy, expressive profile, with ripe plum, peppery spice and a gentle herbal lift. The palate is supple and balanced, carrying dark fruit over lively acidity and fine-grained tannins. Savoury undertones add depth, while the fresh, polished finish keeps this approachable red versatile at the table.
La Frenz 2016 Merlot
Deep ruby in colour, with ripe cherry and dark plum joined by baking spice and a measured note of vanilla. The palate is broad and supple, bringing black fruit, pepper and quiet oak into balance with fresh acidity. Fine tannins give the wine definition, while savoury spice lingers through a warm, composed finish.
Orofino 2022 Red Bridge Red
Bright red fruit and dark cherry rise with cedar, sage and a hint of vineyard scrub. The palate is medium-bodied and mouth-filling, layering cherry, cocoa and vanilla over smooth, approachable tannins. Dry, balanced and comfortably rich, it carries a gentle herbaceous note through a satisfying finish.
Peller Family NV Cabernet Merlot 200 mL
Ripe blackberry, dark cherry and plum give this medium-bodied red a generous fruit core, with a mild peppery spice adding definition. The palate is smooth and approachable, carried by soft tannins and a clean, dry finish. The compact single-serving bottle works well with pasta in tomato sauce, grilled meats, hearty stews or a simple weeknight supper.
Therianthropy 2022 Le Maillot Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc
Bright raspberry, tart cherry and crunchy pomegranate lead a light, silky red, with anise, fennel, thyme and earthy herbs bringing savoury definition. Whole-cluster carbonic fermentation emphasizes lift and immediacy, while juicy acidity keeps the fruit vivid. Fine texture carries the palate into a fresh, energetic finish that benefits from a slight chill.
Code Wines 2022 Estate Pinot Noir
Red cherry and red currant open into wet forest floor, potpourri and a touch of vanilla. The palate is delicate and crunchy, layering raspberry and pomegranate over a bright frame of acidity. Soft tannins keep the texture supple, while restrained French oak and lingering spice add depth through a poised, quietly savoury finish.
1 Mill Road 2022 Black Pine Pinot Noir
A fragrant, finely structured Pinot Noir with sour cherry, cranberry, ripe strawberry and raspberry at the centre. Pepper, dried herbs and graphite add savoury definition as the wine opens. Bright acidity drives the palate, while dusty, fine-grained tannins give youthful density and length. A brief decant brings out its detail; serve with salmon, roast poultry or mushroom dishes.
The Hatch 2020 Unicorn of the Sea
Violet and blueberry-muffin aromas introduce a plush, dark-fruited red. Vanilla bean and a creamy coffee note come through on the palate, followed by stewed fruit, brown butter and cocoa. Equal parts Syrah and Malbec, it spent 52 months in oak, finishing rich and jammy with a generous, rounded sense of depth.
Mission Hill 2016 Quatrain Okanagan Valley
Generous and polished, with ripe blackberry, dark plum and blueberry joined by cedar, baking spice and a restrained savoury note. The palate is full and opulent but carefully balanced, bringing layered fruit, firm structure and smooth tannins into a long, composed finish. Decant for an hour and serve with braised beef, lamb or grilled mushrooms.
Black Hills 2022 Bona Fide
Juicy and immediately inviting, with black and red fruit layered over savoury notes of dry Okanagan scrub. Concrete ageing preserves freshness and energy, while a small portion rested in large neutral oak for gentle breadth. The palate is supple but well defined, finishing with dark fruit and herbal detail. A versatile red for grilled meats, lamb or smoky vegetables.
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.
Lake Breeze 2021 Syrah
Dark and generous, with violets, plum, red cherry and blackberry layered over warm spice and dark chocolate. The palate is full yet balanced, carrying ripe fruit into savoury notes of cedar, herbs and white pepper. A long, persistent finish keeps the wine poised. A short decant will help the aromatic detail unfold. Serve with grilled lamb, peppered steak or slow-cooked mushrooms.
Ferran 2019 Pessac-Leognan
A fresh Bordeaux red with a full, versatile palate and an easy sense of balance. Merlot brings rounded fruit and breadth, while Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot add structure and savoury definition. The finish is composed rather than heavy, making it a dependable match for roast beef, grilled lamb, mushrooms or firm cheeses.
Chateau Le Doyenne 2019 Cadillac Cotes de Bordeaux
Spice and blackcurrant lead the nose, with a lightly earthy, savoury edge. The palate is medium-bodied and direct, centred on firm, dry structure and bright red-plum fruit. Juicy acidity lifts the wine through the finish, keeping its ripe fruit focused and giving the close a fresh, lightly herbal turn.
Château Langoa Barton 2019 Saint-Julien
Dense and layered, with blackberry and other dark berries framed by mild spice, liquorice and discreet toasted notes. The palate is sappy and well structured, combining crisp fruit with ripe, firm tannins, a silky core and convincing length. Balanced but still youthful, it benefits from about two hours in a decanter before serving with beef or lamb.