Red
Klinker Brick 2019 Cab Sauvignon Lodi
A generous Lodi Cabernet with blackberry, cassis and dark plum, layered with vanilla, baking spice and cocoa. The palate is full-bodied and smooth, its ripe fruit framed by integrated tannins and a warm oak note. Bold but approachable through the finish, it is a comfortable match for barbecue, burgers, braised beef or other deeply flavoured dishes.
Grosbois 2020 Clos Du Noyer Chinon
A succulent Chinon with wild herbs and wormwood alongside ripe red fruit and a light floral note. The tannins are finely handled, coating the palate with a texture reminiscent of cocoa powder without overwhelming the fruit. Savoury, satisfying and well balanced through the finish, it suits roast poultry, grilled pork, mushrooms or herb-led dishes.
Remoissenet 1969 Chevalier L’Arquebuse
A fully mature Burgundy with dried citrus peel, baked apple and hazelnut, joined by honeyed wax, truffle and gentle spice. The palate is silky and integrated, carrying preserved orchard fruit, toasted nuts and savoury depth on a softened frame. Its long, earthy finish calls for quiet attention and a simple table companion such as roast poultry, mushrooms or aged Comté.
Domaine Sainte-Anne 2020 Saint-Gervais Cotes-du-Rhone Villages
Generous but composed, with cherry, strawberry and blackcurrant layered over pepper, thyme and a quiet earthy note. The palate is dry and savoury, bringing dark fruit, fine spice and supple texture into a balanced finish. A short decant will help the blend open; serve with roast lamb, grilled sausages, braised beef, mushrooms or herb-led Provençal dishes.
Mas Gabinele 2015 Belandes Minervois
Medicinal herbs, liquorice and dark forest berries shape a savoury, distinctly southern French nose. The palate is juicy and well composed, with ripe balsamic tannins supporting Grenache and Syrah fruit rather than weighing it down. Dark berry depth, herbal freshness and a gently resinous note carry into a charming, persistent finish. Serve with lamb, cassoulet, grilled sausages or aged cheese.
Michele Reverdito 2016 Barolo Bricco
A structured, aromatic Barolo led by red cherry, rose petal and wild strawberry, with licorice, dried herbs and a light earthy note underneath. The palate is firm and linear, its fine tannins balanced by bright acidity and a clear core of Nebbiolo fruit. The finish is long, floral and savoury, making this a natural partner for truffle dishes, roast meats or firm cheese.
Trapiche 2010 Terroir Series Finca Ambrosia Single Vineyard Malbec 750 mL
Violet-scented fruit and sweet red plum open the documented profile, followed by roasted notes, black pepper and crushed dark berries. The palate is rich and ample, with supple texture, rounded tannins and fresh dark fruit. Wood smoke, lemon peel, blackberry, tar, dark spice, coffee and mocha add further depth before a long, powerful finish marked by chocolate and nutmeg.
Viña Errázuriz 2011 Kai Carménère Aconcagua Valley 750 mL
Deep violet-red colour precedes black cherry, blackberry, date, fig and blueberry-pie aromas, with black pepper and paprika. The palate is full-bodied and velvety, carrying dark berries, chocolate and refined oak. Firm tannins and vibrant acidity provide structure and freshness, while a long, elegant finish closes the wine. The recorded blend is predominantly Carménère with a small Syrah component.
Viña Errázuriz 2011 La Cumbre Syrah Aconcagua Valley 750 mL
Cool, earthy and forest-like aromas lead into sweet berry and spice. Dark berries, plum and smoke add depth, while mild herbal and peppery notes keep the profile savoury. The palate carries weight and lively acidity, with firm, well-integrated tannins providing structure. Meaty complexity and juicy length complete the documented Syrah profile from the Aconcagua Valley.
Viña Montes 2009 Montes Alpha M Colchagua Valley 750 mL
Dark wild-berry confit, ripe cherry and herbal savouriness lead the documented profile, joined by eucalyptus and cocoa. The palate is juicy and complex, with vivid, integrated tannins carrying the wine through a fruit-led finish. The recorded blend is predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, supported by Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Deep colour and pronounced acidity are also recorded.
Castello di Amorosa 2006 La Castellana Napa Valley Red Blend 750 mL
Pipe tobacco, blackberry and smoke lead the documented nose, while raspberry gives way to blackberry on the finish. Earth, dark chocolate, oak and black licorice add depth, with clove, white pepper, cherry, cedar and anise providing further detail. The palate is described as velvety, with dark fruit. The recorded blend combines Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Merlot.
Pio Cesare 2009 Barbaresco Il Bricco 750 mL
Ripe and dried black cherry meet rose petal, licorice and sweet spice in the documented profile. Truffle, black pepper, cedar, smoked meat and earth add depth. The palate is dry and full, with fresh acidity, high tannins and a long finish. Almond and oak detail round out a mature Barbaresco that remains structured and savoury.
Orma 2009 Toscana IGT 750 mL
Dried fruit, black olive, rich undergrowth and autumnal fruit shape the documented profile. The palate is big and silky, with ample fruit balanced by lively acidity and herbal, earthy secondary notes. Cherry, blackberry, plum, leather and tobacco add further detail, supported by dusty, velvety tannins. The recorded blend is Merlot with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.
Fornacina 2020 Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Blood orange and currant lead the documented profile, followed by tar, leather, toasted and spicy hints. The wine is made entirely from Sangiovese, harvested from September into October. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel with long maceration and traditional pumpovers. After malolactic conversion, the wine spends at least two years in large Slavonian oak.
Col d’Orcia 2004 Poggio al Vento Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 750 mL
Red cherry, plum and cranberry form the documented fruit profile, joined by violet, clove and fennel. Tobacco, cedar, licorice and dried herbs add mature savoury detail; a saline edge is also recorded. The palate is described as silky and polished, leading to a long, refined finish marked by spice, menthol and porcini. Four years of oak ageing is also recorded.
Ciacci Piccolomini d’Aragona 2007 Pianrosso Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Ripe cherry, strawberry and plum lead the documented fruit profile, with violet, orange rind and spice adding lift. Earth, mineral, tar, leather and cedar bring savoury depth. The palate is fresh and framed by firm tannins, while the finish carries strong length. The result is a structured, mature Brunello whose fruit remains clear against its earthy and mineral detail.
Ciacci Piccolomini d’Aragona 2005 Brunello di Montalcino Limited Edition Sponsorship Label Giro d’Italia 2010 750 mL
Wild berries, cassis and white cherry lead the fruit profile, accompanied by spice and smoke. The nose is vertical and intense, while the palate is toned down in dimension. Sangiovese provides the varietal basis and Tuscany the regional context. Berry fruit, spice and smoke remain the focus, with an intense aromatic profile followed by a smaller-scaled palate.
Biondi-Santi 2004 Tenuta Greppo Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Deep garnet colour opens to cherries, raspberries, licorice, forest floor and leather. The documented palate remains youthful and intense, yet balanced, with refined tannins and lively acidity. A second exact record adds stone fruit and blackberry, describing a fresh, layered and elegant profile with ripe tannins and a very long finish. This is a mature Brunello that still shows notable freshness and definition.
Domaine d’Aupilhac 2022 Lou Maset Languedoc Rouge 750 mL
Cherry, raspberry and blackberry lead the documented fruit profile, joined by savoury herbs. The palate is medium-full and juicy, with a mineral backbone. A second exact record describes the wine as robust, fruity and refreshing, with fullness, silky tannins and a spicy finish. Cinsault and Grenache are the two varieties consistently supported by the retained exact-vintage evidence.
Mas Amiel 2022 Oiseau Rare Maury Sec 750 mL
Fresh grape, strawberry, raspberry and blackberry shape the documented fruit profile. The palate is creamy and mouthwatering, with finely grained tannins, bright freshness and a mineral line. Garrigue, pepper and tobacco add savoury detail before a supple, juicy and persistent finish. The blend is Grenache with Carignan, drawn from schist parcels that the estate farms biodynamically.