Red
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.
Cigliuti 2017 Barbaresco Serraboella 750 mL
Ripe cherry and raspberry open with crushed rose, anise, cedar and white pepper. The palate is savoury and layered, bringing plum, iron-rich earth and underbrush around a core of generous red fruit. Lively acidity and dusty tannins give the wine a dense, balanced frame, while orange zest and liquorice add lift. The finish is long, focused and quietly powerful.
Sea Smoke 2013 Southing Pinot Noir 750 mL
Black raspberry and baked strawberry lead a ripe, energetic nose, joined by wet stone, cola, cinnamon and mace. The palate is more restrained than the aromas suggest, with vivid acidity cutting through chocolate-coated black cherry and baking spice. Dried oregano and rosemary add a savoury edge through the mid-palate, keeping the fruit focused and the finish fresh.
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.
Aalto 2004 PS Ribera del Duero Magnum 1.5 L
Blackberry and pomegranate lead an intense, expressive profile, joined by dark chocolate, mineral detail and warm spice. The palate is rich and voluptuous yet carries its scale with balance and surprising lightness. Ripe, firm tannins give structure, while liquorice, leather and savoury meat add depth. The texture stays velvety through a long, gently sweet finish. Decant before serving with roast lamb or braised beef.
Racines 2019 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 750 mL
Sweet dried cherry leads a savoury, aromatic profile, joined by mint, tobacco and sage. The palate is ethereal and finely drawn, with fresh acidity and a gentle tannic frame keeping the fruit lifted. Herbal detail and cool mineral tension bring depth without heaviness, while the finish remains persistent and composed. Serve with roast chicken, grilled salmon, mushroom dishes or pork tenderloin with herbs.
Racines 2019 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir 750 mL
Red currant, crushed strawberry and rose petal rise over forest floor, subtle spice and flinty minerality. The palate is elegant yet structured, with silky tannins and vibrant acidity carrying sour cherry, blood orange and savoury herbs. Tension and salinity keep the fruit precise, and the finish is long, detailed and composed. Serve with roast duck, wild mushroom risotto or seared tuna with soy and ginger.
Fattoria La Fiorita 2015 Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Mid ruby in colour, with floral lift, dark fruit and a touch of black pepper. Generous cherry jam and red currant fill the palate, held in shape by youthful, firm tannins. The fruit remains clear and balanced rather than heavy, with savoury detail emerging as the wine opens. The finish is long, structured and composed. Decant before serving with roast lamb, braised beef, porcini mushrooms or aged pecorino.
Prats & Symington 2012 Chryseia Douro 750 mL
Currant and lifted dark fruit meet dried flowers, tobacco and a cool mineral note. The palate is concentrated yet supple, with fresh acidity giving the wine clarity and energy. Fine-grained tannins provide shape without heaviness, while savoury earth and a faint saline edge add detail through the long, focused finish. Decant before serving with roast lamb, braised beef, grilled mushrooms or firm aged 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.
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.
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.
Cobb 2017 Emmaline Ann Vineyard Pinot Noir 750 mL
Perfumed and finely drawn, with bright cranberry, red cherry and a hint of plum framed by rose, lavender and forest floor. The palate is light on its feet yet concentrated, carrying fresh red fruit over subtle spice, dried mushroom and savoury herbal notes. Fine texture and clear acidity give the wine focus, while the finish remains long and nuanced. Serve with duck, roast pork, salmon, lentils or wild mushrooms.
Cesare Bussolo 2019 Barolo Fossati 750 mL
Rose petal and violet lead into sour cherry, blackberry and dried plum, with tar, tobacco and licorice adding a distinctly savoury dimension. The palate is structured and energetic, shaped by bright acidity and firm, fine-grained tannins. Mineral detail carries through a long, composed finish that balances fruit, earth and spice. Decant before serving with braised beef, osso buco, roast lamb, mushroom risotto or aged hard cheese.
Gallica 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Deep ruby and finely evolved, with red cherry, raspberry and rose petal lifted by dried tobacco and sage. Dark plum, currant and bramble carry the palate, joined by bay leaf and a measured savoury edge. The tannins are integrated yet gently gravelly, giving the wine quiet structure without obscuring its freshness. Decant briefly and serve with roast beef, grilled lamb, braised short ribs or wild mushrooms.
Ken Wright Cellars 2017 Tanager Vineyard Pinot Noir 750 mL
Raspberry, cranberry and cherry are sharply defined, with violet, apricot and dusky spice adding lift and detail. The palate opens firm and structured, then softens gradually, revealing layered red fruit, a touch of orange peel and refined tannins. Texture and freshness carry the wine through a composed, persistent finish. Decant briefly and serve with duck, roast pork, salmon, wild mushrooms or earthy lentil dishes.
Selvapiana 2022 Chianti Rufina Magnum
Fresh red berries and dusky cherry open with citrus peel, hibiscus and a faint smoky-earthy note. The palate is medium-bodied and bright, with crisp acidity, dusty tannins and a fine, energetic shape. Red fruit remains central as loam and gentle wood smoke emerge toward a lingering, savoury finish. Serve with tomato-braised meats, grilled sausages, mushroom pasta or firm Tuscan cheese.
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.
Figli Luigi Oddero 2015 Barolo 750 mL
Camphor, rose and wild herbs open over raspberry, ripe Morello cherry and a gentle earthy note. The palate is round and juicy, with polished tannins supporting the fruit and savoury layers of new leather, star anise, cinnamon and brown spice. The finish is balanced, persistent and already expressive, while retaining the structure expected of mature Nebbiolo. Decant carefully and serve with braised beef, porcini, truffle dishes or aged Piedmontese cheese.
B Cellars 2014 Blend 26 750 mL
Ripe cherry, cedar and cocoa lead, with tobacco and dark spice adding depth. The palate is concentrated and full, built around Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, with substantial fruit and a firm, polished frame. Oak contributes warmth and structure while the savoury notes keep the richness composed. Give it air before serving with grilled steak, braised short ribs, roast mushrooms or firm aged cheese.