Red
Batasiolo Boscareto 2004 Barolo 750 mL
Red berry and delicate mineral notes lead a finely detailed bouquet, joined by exotic tea, liquorice, sweet ginger and clove. The palate is sharply focused, with clear acidity and firm, closely knit tannins framing the mature fruit. Ash and smoke add savoury depth without overwhelming the wine's restraint. Persistent and composed, it finishes with red fruit, spice, minerals and a dry earthy echo.
Silverado Vineyards 2003 SOLO Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Dark cherry, blackberry, cassis and blueberry lead, with eucalyptus, mineral and herbal notes emerging as the wine opens. The palate is rich and layered, balancing ripe fruit with fresh acidity and firm, resolved structure. A lightly earthy savoury edge adds maturity before the Cabernet carries into a long, composed finish.
Gaja 2011 Ca’Marcanda Camarcanda Bolgheri
Sun-warmed blackberry and plum lead a dark, generous profile, with soft tannins giving the palate a plush, rounded feel. Concentrated fruit is balanced by a firmer tannic edge that brings shape and persistence. Mature and composed, it benefits from decanting and suits roast lamb, braised beef or aged cheese.
Chapoutier 2016 Cote Rotie Mordoree
Raspberry and violet give the nose an aromatic lift, followed by spice, rosemary, black olive and tapenade. The palate is ample and concentrated, balancing ripe red and dark fruit with firm, velvety tannins. Leather, cedar and a light espresso note add savoury depth to the long finish. Decant for roasted lamb or game.
Luce della Vite 2019 Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Black cherry and blueberry lead a polished, aromatic profile, lifted by violet and lavender. With air, dried rose, anise and a subtle balsamic note add depth, while toasted nut and restrained oak spice frame the fruit. The palate is concentrated yet poised, with lively acidity and firm, refined tannins. A savoury mineral edge carries through a long finish marked by dark fruit, herbs and gentle warmth.
Mission Hill 2016 Oculus Okanagan Valley
Blackcurrant and ripe blackberry form a vivid, concentrated core, lifted by a subtle floral note. Layers of earth, cigar box and liquorice add savoury complexity as the palate develops. Fresh acidity and firm tannins bring definition, carrying the dark fruit into a long, rich finish. Decant and serve with roast lamb or beef.
Hobel 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Sweet oak and cedar frame a deeply coloured, concentrated Cabernet core of boysenberry, blueberry and bitter chocolate. The palate is massive yet silky, with ample fruit, firm vineyard-driven structure and a line of tension running through the richness. Fresh acidity keeps the scale balanced, carrying violets, crushed rock, incense and blackberry into an energetic finish.
Poggio al Tesoro 2019 Dedicato a Walter Bolgheri Superiore DOC
Blackcurrant, plum and dark berries lead, with black pepper, aromatic herbs and balsamic eucalyptus adding definition. The palate is rich and imposing yet fresh, framed by firm, velvety tannins and a clear mineral line. Savoury spice and concentrated fruit build through a long, composed finish that remains precise rather than heavy.
Domaine Saint-Patrice 2016 Clos Saint-Patrice Monopole Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Black cherry, blackberry and violet open with generous aromatic depth, followed by licorice, warm spice and a faint savoury note. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with ripe fruit held in shape by polished tannins and fresh mineral tension. Opulent yet composed, it finishes long and layered, with dark fruit and spice lingering.
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.
Bibi Graetz 2019 Testamatta 750 mL
Black cherry and plum lead with violet, candied orange peel, sandalwood and a savoury earthy note. The palate is full yet precise, carrying layered red and dark fruit over polished, velvety tannins. Fresh acidity and a chalky mineral line keep the richness focused, while spice and dried herbs extend the finish. Decant before serving with grilled lamb, mushroom risotto, roast game or aged pecorino.
Château Musar 2016 Magnum
Red cherry, plum, carob and fig shape a deep, generous aroma, lifted by a measured thread of eastern spice. The palate carries kirsch and plum into blackcurrant and dark chocolate, with velvety tannins providing quiet structure. Fruit concentration gives the wine depth without dulling its freshness. The finish is long and composed, leaving cherry, spice and cocoa.
Château Cantenac Brown 2015 Margaux
Ripe dark berries and plum open with graphite and a cool stony edge. The palate is plush and supple, bringing concentrated fruit into polished structure and well-integrated oak. Freshness gives the richness energy and keeps the texture poised rather than broad. The finish is intense and persistent, returning to dark fruit, mineral notes and fine, smoothly woven tannins.
Mission Hill 2020 Oculus Okanagan Valley
Cassis, dark cherry and blue fruit lead into spice, cocoa and a subtle leafy note. The palate is powerful yet nuanced, with dense fruit supported by long, silky tannins and a fresh, measured line of acidity. Chocolate and dark berries carry through the persistent finish. Decant generously and pair with roast beef, lamb or wild mushrooms.
Mt. Boucherie 2017 Summit 3 L
Black cherry, cassis and dark plum form a generous core, layered with anise, cigar leaf and measured oak spice. The palate is full and concentrated, yet fresh enough to keep the ripe fruit and velvety tannins in balance. Structured for further development, it is equally compelling now beside roast beef, lamb, venison or a deeply savoury mushroom dish.
Kosta Browne 2017 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley
Fresh cranberry, strawberry and citrus rind open with a light touch of baking spice. Broad and silky on the palate, the Pinot Noir balances ripe raspberry and pomegranate with a supportive line of acidity. Well-judged oak adds quiet polish, while the bright fruit and freshness carry through a poised, gently spiced finish.
Remoissenet 2018 Vosne-Romanée
Purple and pink wildflowers lead into light spice, black cherry and red plum. Juicy and refined on the palate, the fruit is carried by a silky texture and enough freshness to keep the shape precise. The finish is long and gently spicy. Serve with grilled lamb sausages, duck breast or mushroom dishes.
Remoissenet 2019 Vosne-Romanée
A fragrant opening of purple flowers and soft spice gives way to black cherry and ripe red plum. The palate is juicy, polished and finely textured, with silky tannins keeping the fruit poised rather than heavy. A measured spicy note lingers through the long finish. Pair with roast duck, lamb or earthy mushroom dishes.
Domaine Parent 2015 Pommard 1er Cru Les Chanlins
Open and deep on the nose, with attractive sweet fruit and a measured touch of toffee-toned oak. The palate is lithe and nicely weighted, building layered fruit and oak complexity over a fine, persistent frame. Fresher notes gather through the finish, suggesting a composed, structured red that continues to gain interest with air.
The Standish Wine Company 2018 The Relic Shiraz Viognier 750 mL
Ripe blueberry and blackberry meet apricot, white flowers, vanilla bean and warm spice. The palate is full-bodied and lush, yet the fruit remains controlled by freshness and a fine savoury edge. Silky, silty tannins build in layers around a juicy core, with a subtle grilled-meat note adding depth. The finish is long, perfumed and persistent, balancing richness with precision rather than excess.