Red
Painted Rock 2020 Syrah
Plum and dark fruit rise with classic black and white pepper. The palate is powerful and generous, layering blackberry, black cherry and ripe plum over a luscious texture. Eighteen months in French and American oak adds breadth and polish, while the peppery character keeps the fruit defined through a persistent finish.
Quinta do Portal 2007 Grande Reserva Douro
Powerful yet fresh, with plum, dried berries and dark blue fruit framed by cedar, graphite and mineral detail. The palate is dense and succulent, its generous fruit supported by firm, medium-grained tannins and bright acidity. Spice builds through a long, structured finish that still feels composed. Serve with braised beef, lamb, game or aged hard cheese.
Casanuova di Nittardi 2022 Vigna Doghessa Chianti Classico
Dark cherry and wild berries lead an expressive nose, joined by clove, walnut and licorice. The palate is succulent and layered, with finely integrated tannins giving the ripe fruit a firm, polished frame. Cedar and spice build through the finish, balancing generosity with definition and making it a natural match for grilled meat or aged pecorino.
Adriano Marco e Vittorio 2018 Sanadaive Barbaresco
Red cherry, anise and dried rose lead a poised, aromatic profile, with raspberry, orange rind and earthy notes adding complexity. The palate is fresh and inviting, shaped by fine tannins and an elegant, pure line through the finish. Refined yet approachable, it suits lamb stew, game or mature cheese.
Montarlot 2017 Savigny-lès-Beaune Premier Cru Aux Serpentières
Morello cherry and blackcurrant open the bouquet, joined by raspberry and a gentle woodland note as the wine unfolds. The palate is elegant and supple, with discreet tannins and enough premier-cru structure to give the fruit shape without heaviness. A composed, savoury finish makes it a graceful partner for roast poultry or mushroom dishes.
Domaine du Moulin de la Gardette 2019 Gigondas
Blackberry and dark plum lead with peppery herbs, lavender and a touch of leather. The palate is medium-bodied and poised, combining ripe fruit with polished tannins and fresh acidity. Savoury spice and dried herbs gather through the centre, giving the generous fruit a firm, clean and persistent finish.
Domaine La Bouïssière 2022 Gigondas 750 mL
Pepper, dark cherry, peony and other floral notes lead the exact-vintage profile. The palate is described as delicately juicy, enveloping and supple, with velvety tannins and a generous core of fruit. A long, fresh and ethereal finish follows. The combination of dark fruit, flowers, fine tannin and freshness gives the wine its clearly documented shape.
Château Henri Bonnaud 2013 Palette Rouge 750 mL
Deep cherry colour introduces a red built from Mourvèdre, Grenache and old-vine Carignan. Morello cherry and spice define the aromatic profile, while the palate is framed by tannins described as youthful yet silky. The finish is delicate and persistent. Cherry, spice and silky tannins form the central character of this Palette red, supported by its three-grape blend.
Envínate 2021 Migan Tinto 750 mL
High-toned strawberry and red fruit open with a smoky volcanic edge. The palate is vibrant and finely structured, with refreshing acidity and precise tannins keeping the fruit taut and energetic. Whole-cluster fermentation in concrete adds savoury depth without obscuring the wine's brightness. Mineral detail gathers through the centre, leading to a focused finish of strawberry, smoke, fine spice and cool stone.
Lopez de Heredia 2010 Vina Bosconia Reserva Rioja
Forest floor, cigar box and old oak lead the mature aroma, with restrained cinnamon, coconut and vanilla sitting behind the savoury notes. The palate remains fresh and balanced, combining dried red fruit with firm structure and an earthy, polished texture. Its mature character feels composed rather than tired. The finish is long and savoury, carrying tobacco, wood spice and quiet fruit persistence.
Giuseppe Campagnola 2017 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG
Intense ruby with a violet edge, opening on black plum, blueberry compote and dark chocolate. Baking spice, resin and leather add savoury depth. The palate is full-bodied and generous, with firm tannins balanced by fresh acidity, carrying ripe dark fruit and warm spice through a long, composed finish.
Artesa 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Blackberry, blueberry and dried fig lead, lifted by a fine edge of white pepper. The palate layers black cherry, plum and mocha over a restrained note of vanilla toast. Supple tannins and fresh natural acidity keep the dark fruit vibrant and composed, carrying the wine into a long, elegant and quietly complex finish.
Wilson Foreigner 2017 Rancho Chimiles Valdiguié Napa Valley
Cranberry and tart cherry lead, lifted by white pepper and freshly cut tarragon, sage and rosemary. Concrete and neutral oak keep the fruit direct while adding gentle texture rather than overt wood. Bright natural acidity gives the palate a lively, thirst-quenching shape and carries the savoury herbs into a crisp finish.
Henricsson 2017 Premiere Pinot Noir
Cherry and earth open with a restrained forest-floor note. Medium-full in body, the palate brings black cherry fruit, lively acidity and a fine structural lift, balancing ripeness with a gently rustic edge. Silky tannins and quiet minerality keep the finish composed and persistent. Serve with duck, roast mushrooms, pork tenderloin or aged alpine cheese.
Messias 2013 Clássico Garrafeira Bairrada DOC
Intense ruby, with resin, cedar and a cool balsamic lift set against distinctly saline, iodine-like detail. The palate is firm and substantial, shaped by fresh Atlantic acidity, yet the texture remains composed rather than severe. Savoury oak, dark fruit and mineral tension carry through a long, structured and age-worthy finish.
Fauvin 2019 Chenas Cuvee Selene Magnum
Redcurrant, vanilla and peony meet in an intense, silky red with enough structure to carry its generous fruit. Partial ageing in new oak brings polish and complexity without obscuring the freshness of Gamay. Drink now or hold for several years, and serve with pigeon, feathered game, roast duck, mushroom dishes or a red-fruit tart for a more unexpected pairing.
Alchemist 2021 Pinot Noir
A vibrant Pinot Noir with wild strawberry, raspberry and red cherry, joined by rose petal, subtle spice and a light forest-floor note. The palate is medium-bodied and supple, with silky tannins and bright acidity carrying the pure red fruit. Fresh and gently savoury on the finish, it remains polished and approachable while retaining the wine’s lively, perfumed character.
De Martino 2018 Las Olvidadas País–San Francisco 750 mL
Red and wild berries lead with subtle floral detail and a measured layer of spice and herbs. The palate is medium-bodied and lively, balancing fresh acidity with tannins that feel velvety yet gently grippy. Mineral definition and savoury depth keep the fruit focused. Elegant with a rustic edge, it finishes long on red fruit, wild herbs, earth and lingering spice.