Red
Poplar Grove 2014 The Legacy 750 mL
Black fruit opens with a supple, almost voluptuous texture, followed by dried leaves, liquorice and sagebrush. The blend is savoury and layered rather than heavy, with Cabernet Franc bringing aromatic lift and the supporting varieties adding shape and depth. Fine tannins keep the generous palate composed. The finish is stylish and persistent, balancing ripe fruit with mature herbal and earthy detail.
Caves Sao Joao 1992 Dao Porta dos Cavaleiros
Dark fruit and forest-floor aromas lead to dark cherry, mixed berries, leather and a light balsamic edge. Soft tannins give the palate an easy, mature shape, while surprisingly bright acidity keeps the fruit defined and the medium-length finish fresh. Stand upright before opening and pour carefully around sediment; the balance suggests a bottle holding its age with quiet assurance.
Argiano 2020 Solengo Toscana IGT
Dark and polished on the nose, with blackberry, black olive, wet stone, earth and violet. The palate layers sweeter berry fruit over a persistent metallic mineral line, building depth without losing definition. Powerful tannins and lively acidity give the wine firm structure, while chilli chocolate marks the long, savoury finish.
Trediberri 2019 Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata 750 mL
Lustrous ruby, with pure cherry, kirsch and rose petal lifted by mint, floral perfume and a cool mineral note. The palate is full and expressive without losing finesse, carrying lush cherry fruit over polished, persistent tannins. Aromatic detail builds through the finish, where fruit, spice and freshness remain in balance. Decant before serving with braised beef, venison, truffle dishes, mushroom risotto or aged hard cheese.
Giacomo Fenocchio 2020 Barolo Bussia 750 mL
Spiced rose and liquorice lead a finely drawn, savoury nose, followed by dark fruit, dried herbs, leather and a light touch of mocha. The palate is dry, warm and full-bodied, with pronounced tannins giving the wine firm shape without obscuring its aromatic detail. Freshness keeps the structure balanced, while incense and earthy notes gather through a persistent finish. Decant generously and serve with braised beef, game, truffle dishes or aged cheese.
Cakebread 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa
Forest berries and dried herbs open with an earthy, lightly smoky edge. The palate is firmly structured, carrying blackcurrant and crushed blackberry beneath measured oak and fine-grained tannins. Savoury detail keeps the dark fruit composed through the persistent finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, lamb or aged hard cheese.
Domaine Parent 2018 Pommard
Ruby-toned and well structured, with red berries, flowers and spice forming the core of a composed, aromatic profile. The palate balances ripe fruit with firm tannins and a measured oak note, while earthy and mushroom nuances add savoury depth. Dry and focused through the finish, it suits roast poultry, duck, veal, game or mushroom dishes.
WALT 2016 Clos Pepe Pinot Noir 750 mL
Candied raspberry, tart cranberry and darker berry fruit meet earth, white pepper and paprika. The palate is dense and expressive, yet fresh acidity keeps the ripe fruit lively and defined. Dark spice and a savoury mineral edge add depth through the centre, while fine-grained tannins provide a polished, controlled frame. The finish is long and clean, balancing berry richness with earthy spice and steady freshness.
Cain Vineyard & Winery 2010 Cain Concept The Benchland 750 mL
Cedar and smoky fig wood frame ripe plum and dark berry fruit, with a savoury undertone that keeps the profile composed. The palate is smooth and generous without feeling heavy, carried by resolving tannins and a measured freshness. Cabernet structure gives the wine its line, while the softer texture of the blend brings breadth and polish. The finish is elegant, mature and quietly persistent.
Baettig 2020 Selección de Parcelas Los Primos Pinot Noir
Cherry, pomegranate and wild strawberry open with violets, lavender and a subtle tobacco note. The palate is poised and finely structured, combining ripe red fruit with fresh acidity and a restrained savoury edge. The texture feels silky but not soft, giving the fruit measured tension. The finish is long and composed, leaving red berries, tea leaf, floral lift and gentle spice.
Duckhorn 2007 Three Palms Vineyard Merlot Napa
Red and black cherry meet blackberry, liquorice, mineral tones and warm spice. Soft and smooth at first, the palate develops a dusty tannic frame that gives the succulent fruit shape and persistence. Rich without losing definition, it closes with layered dark fruit and savoury mineral detail. Serve with lamb, duck or mushroom dishes.
Telmo Rodriguez 2017 La Estrada Rioja 750 mL
Dark cherry and dried red fruit meet potpourri, leather and a quiet earthy note. The palate is ripe yet fresh, with red and dark fruit framed by dusty tannins, subtle spice and restrained vanilla. A faint rustic character gives the wine texture and individuality, while the finish remains long and composed. Decant before serving with roast lamb, grilled pork, braised beef, mushrooms or aged Manchego.
Jane Eyre 2020 Savigny-les-Beaune 1er Cru Aux Vergelesses
Bright ruby in colour, opening with pure violet, fresh red cherry and a quiet touch of forest floor. The palate is graceful and mid-weight, with supple tannins, lively tension and subtle whole-bunch spice. Silky texture and poised acidity keep the fruit precise before a clean, persistent finish of violet and fine 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.
Oddero 2020 Barolo 750 mL
Dried red fruit leads with a distinctive herbal note and lively pepper spice. Darker fruit follows on the palate, moving into tar, earth and savoury depth. Firm, youthful tannins give the wine a precise frame, while lifted acidity keeps the profile energetic and carries the finish. Decant before serving with braised beef, roast lamb or mushroom dishes.
Guigal 2014 Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde
Cherry and raspberry rise with cedar, cracked pepper and wild herbs. The palate is light on its feet yet structured, carrying red berry fruit through fine, spicy tannins and a smooth, even texture. A savoury herbal note gives the middle quiet complexity without weighing it down. The finish is fragrant and persistent, leaving pepper, red fruit, subtle wood and a gentle earthy echo.
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.
Blackbird Vineyards 2006 Illustration Proprietary Red Oak Knoll District
Black cherry leads with toffee, cocoa powder, iris and subtle leather. The palate is full-bodied and focused, bringing brambly berries, roasted meat, blackcurrant, coffee and tobacco into a rich, concentrated core. Persistent acidity keeps the texture composed, while sweet, velvety tannins carry the layered fruit and savoury detail through a long finish.
Duckhorn 2005 Merlot Napa
Blackcurrant and ripe cherry lead a full, richly layered palate, joined by dark chocolate, violet and liquorice. Smoky oak adds depth without obscuring the fruit, while dense, intricate tannins provide definition and length. Generous yet composed, it finishes with lingering dark berry and cocoa tones. Pair with lamb, roast beef or mushroom dishes.