Red
Fuligni 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 750 mL
Light garnet in the glass, opening with rose petals, bright red cherry and wild strawberry. Cedar and gentle yellow spice add savoury depth, while a subtle peach note brings lift. The palate is poised and finely structured, with fresh acidity shaping the fruit and polished tannins providing quiet grip. Floral detail returns on a long, measured finish, joined by red berries, spice and a restrained earthy note.
Continuum Estate Novicium 2019 Sage Mountain Vineyard Red 750 mL
Black fruit leads a vibrant, direct profile, with dark chocolate, brown spice and savoury tapenade adding depth. The palate opens plush and weighted through the middle, yet refined tannins keep the texture controlled. Graphite and an iron-like mineral note give the fruit a firm, volcanic edge without making the wine severe. Powerful but approachable, it finishes bright and persistent, with spice and mineral structure carrying the length.
The Mascot 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 750 mL
Supple and expansive from the outset, with a broad aromatic profile and deep, polished fruit. The palate moves in smooth layers, balancing gratifying acidity with refined, velvety tannins. Its richness is controlled rather than heavy, allowing the structure to emerge gradually as the wine opens. The finish is long and burnished, with the fruit receding slowly to reveal a composed, savoury foundation beneath.
Brancaia Il Blu 2020 Toscana IGT 1.5 L
Currant, violet and cocoa shape an expressive, polished nose. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with wild berries bringing freshness through the centre. Firm tannins are creamy rather than coarse, giving the wine structure while preserving a smooth, composed texture. Subtle oak and dark chocolate tones sit behind the fruit, and the finish is rich and persistent, carrying sweet currant and savoury depth in measured balance.
Oddero Monvigliero 2021 Barolo 750 mL
Translucent ruby in colour, with bright red berries, mint and white pepper leading an unusually graceful profile. Lilac, iris and cherry blossom bring floral lift, while a blood-orange note adds freshness and definition. The palate is silky and vibrant, with fine tannins carrying the fruit toward gentle spice and earth. Precise rather than heavy, it finishes long, perfumed and composed.
Ornellaia 2021 Bolgheri Superiore 750 mL
Mediterranean herbs, cypress berries and blackberry open a rich, expressive nose. The palate is concentrated yet precise, with dark fruit and dense, finely woven tannins balanced by aromatic freshness. Blackcurrant, violet and a light mineral note add lift, while tobacco and wild herbs bring savoury depth. Generous without feeling heavy, it closes with polished texture, vibrant energy and an enduring finish.
Bénédicte & Stéphane Tissot DD 2022 Arbois Rouge 3 L
Raspberry, cranberry and bright red berries lead with rose hip, hibiscus and a delicate floral perfume. The palate is medium-bodied and lively, balancing juicy fruit with earthy detail, fine tannins and a lightly dusty grip. Gentle herbs and warm spice add savoury definition without obscuring the freshness. Concentrated yet approachable, it closes cleanly with red fruit and an earthy, food-friendly finish.
Castello di Perno Perno 2017 Barolo Riserva 750 mL
Dried rose, red cherry and ripe plum open with tar, leather and liquorice. The palate is full-bodied and elegant, its firm tannins integrated by vibrant acidity and generous fruit. Blackberry and cranberry meet forest floor, tobacco and warm spice as the wine develops. Balsamic, anise and mineral notes extend the finish, giving this structured Riserva both depth and composed persistence.
Nardi Vigneto Manachiara 2016 Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Ripe blackberry and cassis open with dark chocolate, toasted oak and a clear mineral line. The palate is robust and concentrated, but precise acidity and velvety tannins keep the structure controlled. Spice and savoury detail build with air, giving the single-vineyard fruit both depth and definition. Full-bodied and persistent, it closes with polished power, mineral tension and a long, balanced finish.
Ornellaia 2005 Bolgheri Superiore 750 mL
Red and black berries lead an elegant, complex bouquet, with tobacco, spice and a light balsamic note developing behind the fruit. The palate is full and enveloping, framed by densely woven tannins that feel ripe, soft and polished. Dark cherry, blueberry and crushed stone add definition, while fresh acidity keeps the concentration measured. The finish is long, fruity and quietly savoury.
B Cellars 2014 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Crème de cassis, blackberry and blueberry form a dense core, lifted by white flowers and framed by liquorice, graphite and restrained oak. The palate is full and opulent, yet vibrant acidity and silky tannins keep the concentration sharply defined. Forest floor and dark spice add savoury depth as the wine opens. Layered and persistent, it finishes with polished fruit, earth and liquorice.
Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta Rennina 2019 Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Bright and composed, opening with cedar, rose hip and dried blood orange over restrained dark fruit. The palate has a juicy core and a distinctly savoury, saline line, with polished structure and no excess weight. Subtle earth and spice add depth as it opens, leading to a compact, powerful finish. A refined Brunello that balances concentration with freshness and detail.
Castiglion del Bosco Campo del Drago 2016 Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Generous and intense, showing crunchy red fruit, liquorice and fresh pepper leaf, with a darker, slightly savoury edge underneath. The palate is broad and juicy, balancing ripe fruit with firm structure and a sense of lift. Tannins are present but well integrated, and the wine builds steadily rather than feeling heavy. The finish is persistent, carrying spice, dried herbs and red fruit long after each sip.
Vinhos Borges 2018 Meia Encosta Dão 750 mL
Red and ripe fruit lead a generous but precise palate, supported by fine tannins rather than overt weight. Fresh acidity gives the wine lift and keeps the fruit defined through the middle, while a quiet savoury edge adds complexity. The finish is persistent, returning to red fruit with a clean, balanced shape. Pair with roast chicken, grilled pork, chorizo pasta or a simple beef stew.
Domaine de la Grosse Pierre 2019 Fleurie Bel Air 750 mL
Peony and wild raspberry rise over pomegranate and redcurrant in a light, perfumed profile. The palate is graceful and lifted, with whisper-fine tannins giving gentle shape rather than weight. A mineral grip gathers toward the finish, joined by pink peppercorn and a final return of fresh red fruit. Serve slightly cool with roast chicken, charcuterie, grilled salmon or mushroom dishes.
Kleinood 2016 Tamboerskloof Syrah 750 mL
Cranberry, blackberry and blackcurrant open with plum, violet and jasmine. White pepper and a light dusting of spice add savoury lift without overwhelming the fruit. The palate is elegant and composed, with rounded tannins carrying a fresh line through the middle. A lingering finish returns to dark berries, flowers and gentle pepper. Pair with lamb, venison, grilled beef or tomato-based dishes with warm spices.
Carmen Reserva Frida Kahlo 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Ripe red fruit leads with dark coffee and cocoa, framed by a measured touch of French oak. The palate is velvety and generous, balancing rounded fruit with fresh acidity so the wine retains shape rather than feeling heavy. Fine tannins carry the flavours into a long, composed finish with a quiet chocolate echo. Pair with grilled beef, braised short ribs, mature cheese or a mushroom-based dish.
Lapis Luna 2022 Pinot Noir North Coast 750 mL
Ripe red cherry and boysenberry meet purple flowers and a measured touch of spice. The palate is juicy and smooth, with polished texture, gentle tannins and enough freshness to keep the fruit lively through the finish. Its easy composure makes it versatile at the table without feeling simple. Serve slightly cool with roast chicken, grilled salmon, pork tenderloin or a mushroom and herb pasta.
Rocco di Carpeneto 2019 Losna 750 mL
Black cherry and plum lead a deep, savoury profile, followed by liquorice, tobacco and a dark raisined note edged with cocoa. Dry and medium-to-full bodied, the palate brings firm tannins and energetic acidity to the ripe fruit, keeping the wine structured rather than heavy. Extended maceration and time in older barrels lend depth without obvious sweetness. Pair with braised beef, game, rich pasta or aged hard cheese.
Henri de Villamont 2022 Bourgogne Pinot Noir 750 mL
Red cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry open with a delicate violet lift. A light touch of cedar and cinnamon adds quiet savoury depth without masking the fruit. The palate is rounded and poised, carried by fine tannins and fresh acidity into a clean, lightly spiced finish. Its supple shape suits roast chicken, grilled salmon or mushroom dishes, where the bright fruit and restrained oak can remain in balance.










