Red
Grand Vin de Leoville du Marquis de las Cases 2010
A monumental Saint-Julien with deep cassis, blackcurrant and plum, joined by cedar, cigar box, graphite, clove and mineral notes. The full-bodied palate is tightly structured, layering powerful dark fruit over firm, finely grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Long and classical through the finish, it deserves a generous decant alongside prime beef, venison or lamb.
Chateau Haut Bailly Grand Cru Classe 2019
A refined Cabernet-led Pessac-Léognan with cassis, black cherry and plum, layered with violet, tobacco, cedar, graphite and crushed stone. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, yet sleek and composed, with fine tannins and fresh acidity carrying the fruit into a persistent mineral finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, lamb or duck.
Cune Imperial Rioja 2012
A mature, classical Rioja with blackberry, dried cherry, cedar, tobacco, vanilla, leather and warm spice. The palate brings ripe dark fruit together with savoury earth and a fresh mineral lift, supported by polished tannins and measured structure. Graceful rather than heavy through the persistent finish, it suits roasted meats, grilled lamb or aged hard cheeses.
Antinori Tignanello 2020
A benchmark Tuscan red led by Sangiovese, with ripe cherry, blackberry, violet, tobacco, cedar and sweet spice. The palate is concentrated yet energetic, layering dark fruit, cocoa and savoury herbs over vivid acidity, fine-grained tannins and integrated oak. Long and refined through the finish, it rewards air and pairs naturally with steak, lamb or richly flavoured Italian dishes.
Chateau de Beaucastel Chateau du Pape 2020
Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020 is a classic, Mourvèdre-led Southern Rhône red that shows the estate’s trademark depth and savoury complexity. Aromas of black cherry, blackberry, dried rose, lavender, liquorice, leather and garrigue lead into a layered palate of dark fruit, pepper, earth and warm spice.
Full-bodied and structured, it keeps its shape through fresh acidity, firm but polished tannins and a long mineral finish. A serious, ageworthy red for roast lamb, game or slow-braised meats.
Laronde 2014 Bordeaux Superieur
A mature Bordeaux blend with dried dark fruit, cedar and leather, shaped by dusty tannins and firm acidity. The palate is dry and savoury, showing restrained fruit and a graphite-like mineral line rather than overt richness. Clean and composed on the finish, it is well suited to roast beef, lamb, mushrooms or other quietly earthy dishes.
Kir-Yianni 2021 Xinomavro Ramnista
A firm, age-worthy Xinomavro with deep colour, pronounced acidity and powerful tannins. Its dark-fruited profile is framed by a complex aromatic character and a distinctly structured palate, giving the wine both freshness and the capacity to develop over time. Decanting will help it open; serve with braised beef, lamb, mushrooms or rich tomato-based dishes.
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.
Domaine des Tourelles 2020 Red
Domaine des Tourelles 2020 Vieilles Vignes Cinsault
Wild cherry and raspberry lead, followed by cracked white pepper, dried herbs and worked leather. Fine salts add a mineral note, while long, fine tannins carry the palate. The fruit comes from fifty-year-old, dry-farmed Cinsault in the Western Bekaa, fermented with native yeasts in concrete and aged in neutral French barrels. Pepper, herbs and tannin remain through the finish.
Château Musar 2017 Red
Sweet red cherry, mulberry and plum lead an expressive aroma, lifted by tea leaf, liquorice and gentle spice. The palate has generous fruit depth, fresh balanced acidity and soft, well-integrated tannins. Savoury complexity builds gradually without obscuring the bright core of fruit. The finish is long and elegant, carrying dried herbs, red berries and a subtle earthy warmth. Further cellaring will bring added harmony.
Mersel 2020 Lebnani Ahmar Cinsault
Van Niekerk 2022 Rebellie Bot River
Chozas Carrascal 2023 Las Dosces Bobal
Deep cherry-red with youthful violet highlights. The nose is fresh and expressive, offering ripe red cherry, blackberry, and wild raspberry layered with light toast, cocoa, balsamic herbs, and a touch of cracked pepper. Medium-bodied and supple on the palate, with juicy acidity, smooth tannins, and a core of dark berry fruit balanced by gentle spice.
Cantina Colli Euganei 2023 Rialto Merlot Colli Euganei
Dark berry fruit fills the palate from the first sip, generous and full-flavoured without feeling heavy. Bright freshness and juicy lift give the wine an easy, energetic shape, while soft, harmonious tannins frame the fruit rather than dominate it. The finish is smooth and uncomplicated. Serve slightly cool with pizza, tomato-rich pasta, grilled sausages or simple roast chicken.
Hewitson 2021 Old Garden Mourvedre
Blueberry, raspberry and black cherry rise with heady spice, mint and a measured touch of mocha. Plump and silky on the palate, it balances succulent fruit with bright acidity and soft, spicy tannins, while dark chocolate and herbs add savoury depth. Generous without heaviness, it pairs naturally with lamb shank, game or slow-cooked beef.
Poplar Grove 2019 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Black plum and Morello cherry open with cassis, dried herbs and polished oak. The palate is dense and firmly held, balancing dark fruit, tenacious grip and a fresh, supple line that keeps the structure lively. Savoury spice and fine tannins carry the persistent finish. Decant generously and pair with roast beef, lamb, venison or grilled mushrooms.
Poplar Grove 2018 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Dark fruit and cassis lead into cedar, dried herbs and a restrained savoury note. Dense and firmly gripped, the palate still carries Okanagan freshness and supple fruit beneath its Bordeaux-inspired structure. Fine tannins extend the long, composed finish. Decant for an hour and serve with grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs or a mushroom pie.
Poplar Grove 2014 Cabernet Franc Okanagan Valley
Black plum and dark berries open with smoke, red currant and a measured touch of vanilla. The palate is layered and full without feeling heavy, shaped by fresh acidity and fine-grained tannins. A savoury note gathers through the balanced finish. Serve with grilled pork, roast lamb, lentils with herbs or mature cheddar.
Poplar Grove 2013 Cabernet Franc Okanagan Valley
Black plum and cassis meet smoky cedar, graphite and a dusting of cocoa. Round and supple on entry, the palate brings cherry and dark fruit together with soft tannins and a restrained savoury edge. The finish is polished and already approachable. Give it a little air and pair with lamb, braised beef, grilled peppers or aged cheddar.