Red
Gran Enemigo 2017 Gualtallary Cabernet Franc
Blackberry and black cherry lead with violet, thyme and eucalyptus. The palate is concentrated yet energetic, layering red plum and juicy cherry over chalky tannins and lively acidity. Sweet spice, black pepper and a subtle leafy note add savoury definition without hardening the fruit. The finish is long and mineral, leaving graphite, herbs, dark fruit and finely drawn tannin.
Catena Zapata 2020 Malbec Argentino
Blackberry and blueberry lead a dense, richly fruited profile, with savoury earth and gentle spice bringing contrast. The palate is powerful but polished, its ripe fruit carried by firm, fine-grained tannins rather than sheer weight. A fresh line keeps the concentration balanced. The finish is long and seamless, leaving dark berries, mineral depth and a quietly earthy note.
Charavin Plan De Dieu Mg
Full of southern Rhone warmth, with cherry, blackberry, thyme and wild garrigue herbs leading the way. The palate is rounded and generous, shaped by sun-ripened Grenache and the savoury imprint of a stony, sun-baked plateau. A supple, characterful red with ample fruit, Provencal depth and a quietly spicy finish.
Chateau Puech-Haut 2021 Prestige Languedoc Rouge
Blackberry, dried red cherry, strawberry and huckleberry lead a generous mix of red and dark fruit. The palate is concentrated and full without losing freshness, with lightly grippy tannins carrying the fruit into a firm, persistent finish. Serve slightly cool with grilled duck, roast lamb, a well-seared rib steak or a board of mature cheeses.
Sancrispino NV Lambrusco Frizzante Rosso Can
Lightly sparkling and ruby-red with violet reflections, opening on delicate violet aromas and fresh red-fruit character. The palate is dry, fruity and easygoing, with gentle bubbles and a clean, refreshing finish. Its modest weight and savoury freshness make it especially versatile at the table. Serve well chilled with pasta, white meats, fresh cheeses, charcuterie or simple tomato-based dishes.
Château Mouton Rothschild 2005 Pauillac Magnum
Intense and beautifully composed, with blackcurrant, dusty cassis and dark fruit joined by coffee, cocoa, grated chocolate, spice, smoke and a faint savoury herbal note. Full-bodied and powerful yet elegant, the palate is rich, balanced and tightly woven, with firm tannins, fresh acidity and a long, silky finish. Give it about two hours in a decanter before serving with beef or lamb.
Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2003 Pauillac Magnum
Dense and authoritative, with cassis, blackberry and black cherry framed by graphite, cocoa, smoke and a measured touch of cedar. The palate is powerful but controlled, combining deep fruit with firm, fine-grained tannins and a fresh line of acidity. Leather and dark spice build across a persistent finish. Give it generous air before serving with venison or braised beef.
Larrivaux 2019 Haut Medoc
A structured Haut-Médoc with intense blackcurrant and bramble aromas, followed by dark cherry and a light leather note. Parma violet brings an aromatic lift to the palate, while ripe tannins give the fruit shape and persistence. Balanced and savoury through the finish, it is a natural partner for roast beef, lamb, mushrooms or aged hard cheese.
Clos Marsalette 2019 Pessac-Leognan
A classically structured Pessac-Léognan with blackcurrant, blackberry and graphite, joined by iodine, earth, tar and black tea. The palate is medium-bodied and fresh, with firm, fine-grained tannins giving the dark fruit a precise frame. Savoury and composed through the finish, it benefits from air and suits roast lamb, beef or mushroom-led dishes.
Cap De Faugeres 2019 Castillon
A smooth right-bank Bordeaux red with dark berries, blackcurrant and wild fruit at the centre. Notes of cardamom and tonka bean add warm aromatic detail without overwhelming the fruit, while the palate remains balanced and supple. Rounded through the finish, it is a comfortable match for roast beef, grilled lamb, mushrooms or slowly braised dishes.
Pontoise Cabarrus 2019 Haut Medoc
A Cabernet-led Haut-Médoc with fresh blackberry and blueberry over toasty vanilla spice. The palate is rich but balanced, with dark fruit carried by firm structure and a measured oak note. Give it a little air, then serve with roast beef, grilled lamb, braised dishes or mushrooms; the finish is warm, polished and savoury.
Mejean 2019 Graves
A structured Graves with blackberry and cassis, joined by sweet spice, hazelnut and a lightly earthy bark note. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with succulent dark fruit framed by firm, polished tannins. Flavourful and composed on the finish, it is a natural partner for grilled beef, roast lamb, mushrooms or aged hard cheese.
Les Troix Croix 2019 Fronsac
A polished Fronsac with sun-warmed blackberry, cocoa and vanilla over an earthy mineral note. The palate is generous yet composed, with smooth tannins carrying the dark fruit into a long, gently savoury finish. Its balance of ripeness and structure suits roast beef, braised lamb, mushrooms or an unhurried dinner built around deeply flavoured dishes.
Chateau La Lagune 2019 Haut-Medoc
Dense and deeply aromatic, opening with fragrant blackcurrant, blackberry and black cherry alongside plum, rose petal and sweet pipe tobacco. The palate is polished and supple, with ripe fruit, cedar and dark chocolate framed by freshness and fine tannins. A balanced, lifted finish keeps the wine poised rather than heavy.
Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2002 Pessac-Leognan
Intensely aromatic, with dark cherry at the centre and a generous frame of polished oak. Concentrated and long, the palate has substantial dark fruit, measured power and a firm, savoury structure that benefits from air. Give it about four hours in a decanter to open fully, then serve with roast beef, lamb or other simply seasoned red meat.
Cheval Blanc 2018
Deeply coloured and remarkably composed, with black cherry, blackberry and stewed plum lifted by violet, raspberry, mint and rose. Earthy notes of truffle, cocoa and damp soil add depth. The palate is dense yet fresh, framed by firm, fine-grained tannins and a long, mineral finish that feels precise rather than heavy.
Château Margaux 2011 Margaux
Violet and delicate spice lift a fragrant mix of black cherry, blackberry and cassis, with mocha, smoke and truffle adding depth. Concentrated yet graceful, the palate is soft and refined, with velvety fruit, smooth tannins and a long, caressing finish. Give it four to five hours in a decanter and serve with spiced lamb, duck or mushroom dishes.
Chateau Latour 1989 Pauillac
Evolved dark ruby with amber at the rim, offering ripe black cherry, currant, caramel, coffee, cedar and spice. The palate is medium-bodied, cohesive and smooth, with black fruit, gravel, graphite and pencil-box detail. Gentle grip and satisfying depth carry the savoury fruit into a composed, quietly persistent finish.
Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2011 Pessac-Leognan
Dense and classically shaped, with cassis and ripe dark fruit joined by cedar, tobacco, earth, smoke, coffee and dried red fruit. The palate is rich and complex, combining bright freshness with firm ripe tannins, fine balance and a tightly wound, very long finish. Allow three to five hours in a decanter and serve with venison, beef or roast lamb.
Château Haut-Brion 2004 Pessac-Leognan
Refined and restrained, with blackcurrant, black cherry and savoury dark fruit joined by graphite, cedar, smoke, cigar box and mineral notes. Medium-bodied and focused, the palate combines fresh acidity with fine, well-integrated tannins, measured concentration and notable vitality. The finish is long and pure; decant for about four hours and serve with simply prepared beef or lamb.