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.
Alvaro Castro 2016 Dão Reserva
Ripe dark and red fruit meet fine wood spice in an intense but polished aromatic profile. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with smooth, well-integrated tannins supporting generous fruit without becoming heavy. Elegant and appealing through the middle, it closes with savoury detail, measured oak and a long, balanced finish.
Masseria Li Veli 2022 Askos Susumaniello Salento IGT
Black and red berries lead an expressive, characterful nose, layered with spice, licorice, cocoa and a cool hint of eucalyptus. Full-bodied without feeling heavy, the palate is supple, satisfying and notably easy to drink. The balance of ripe fruit and savoury detail makes it a versatile match for grilled lamb, tomato-braised meats or firm aged cheese.
Felsina 2019 Berardenga Chianti Classico DOCG
Santa Vittoria 2017 Barolo DOCG
Clear garnet with a brick-toned rim, opening on dried cherry, rose petal and tar, followed by leather, sweet tobacco, forest floor and anise. Medium-full on the palate, it balances bright acidity with firm, well-integrated tannins. Red currant, dried herbs and savoury spice lead into a long, mineral-edged finish.
Scali 2016 Syrah
A dark-fruited Syrah with ripe plum and blackberry, joined by violet, black pepper, fennel and local herbal notes. The palate is balanced and savoury, with firm tannins, steady acidity and a clear mineral thread supporting the fruit. Long and composed on the finish, it is a natural match for grilled lamb, beef, mushrooms or peppered dishes.
Scali 2016 Pinotage Voor-Paardeberg WO
Seductive ripe red berries lead, layered with warm spice and a stony mineral note. The palate is balanced and succulent, with concentrated fruit carried by a velvety tannin structure rather than overt weight. Gentle savoury oak and fresh acidity bring definition before a smooth, lingering and quietly spicy finish.
Domaine des Escaravailles 2019 Le Ventabren Cairanne
Redcurrant and mixed berries lead, followed by black cherry, liquorice, menthol and white pepper. The palate is round, full-bodied and firmly structured, with dark plum, black raspberry and sweet spice supported by confident tannins. A savoury thread of dried herbs and earth carries the powerful fruit into a long, composed finish.
Le Cecche 2017 Fiammingo Langhe
A structured Langhe red with cherry, dried raspberry and plum set against cedar, tobacco and earthy spice. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with firm tannins softened by a rounded dark-fruit core. Savoury and composed after some air, it finishes with gentle spice and enough depth for braised meats, roast lamb, mushrooms or aged cheese.
Vasques de Carvalho 2015 Oxum Tinto
Generous ripe fruit leads a warm, open profile, with an elegant texture and supple, gently rounded tannins. The palate is smooth and approachable, carrying its fruit clearly without feeling heavy. A soft, composed finish makes this an easy table red. Serve with braised beef, roast lamb, game or slow-cooked stews.
Wesbert 2020 Wise Guy Red Blend
Ripe cherry and dried fig open a polished red, with dark chocolate, oak smoke and leather adding quiet savoury depth. The palate is smooth and composed, its generous fruit shaped by measured structure rather than weight. Subtle warmth carries the finish, making it a natural match for grilled lamb, mushroom risotto or mature cheese.
Haywire Merlot Pouch 1.5 L
Ripe blackberry and plum lead into subtle herbal and savoury notes in this medium-bodied Merlot. The palate is smooth and dry, with juicy dark fruit, soft tannins and a clean, fresh finish. Its practical larger format makes it an easy choice for burgers, pizza or weeknight pasta, while the wine remains polished and approachable.
Domaine de Marcoux 2021 La Lorentine Lirac
Raspberry, blackberry and blueberry meet wild mint, garrigue and black olive. The palate is juicy and generous yet light on its feet, with powder-fine tannins melting into the smooth texture. Pepper and wet-stone minerality add savoury definition, carrying the pure fruit through a fresh, graceful finish.
Château Caronne Sainte-Gemme 2019 Haut-Médoc
Dark and classically structured, with blackberry, blackcurrant and briar framed by cedar, pencil shaving and a touch of loamy earth. The palate is medium to full-bodied, fleshy and supple, with sappy dark fruit, fine powdery tannins and fresh acidity. Dark chocolate, tobacco leaf and white pepper carry the savoury, composed finish.
Rabasse Charavin 2016 Cairanne
A mature southern Rhône red with black cherry, dried plum and blackberry, layered with garrigue herbs, leather and peppery spice. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with softened tannins and resolved dark fruit supported by earthy, dried-herb detail. Harmonious and settled through the finish, it is well suited to roast lamb, braised dishes or mushrooms.
Dry Creek Vineyard 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Black cherry, black currant and dried cranberry open, followed by raspberry and fresh boysenberry. The palate is full-bodied and rich, with ripe dark fruit framed by refined tannins and bright natural acidity. Cocoa, bay leaf, sage and sweet tobacco add savoury depth, while white pepper and cedar bring lift. Layered and composed, it finishes long with currant, spice and a persistent herbal note.
Vazisubani Estate 2020 Saperavi Qvevri 750 mL
Ripe cherry, mulberry and blackberry open, followed by pomegranate, liquorice and dark spice. The palate is full and savoury, with concentrated fruit balanced by bright acidity and firm, well-shaped tannins. Cocoa, balsamic tones and a restrained earthy note add depth through the middle. Structured without feeling heavy, it finishes long with dark fruit, spice and a measured bitter edge.
Mersel 2020 Lebnani Ahmar Cinsault
Karamolegos 2024 Terra Nera
An elegant Greek red with fresh red fruit, warm spice and fragrant Mediterranean herbs. The palate is rounded and approachable, with fine tannins giving shape to the fruit without taking away its easygoing character. Savoury and balanced through the finish, it is a natural match for grilled lamb, roast vegetables, tomato-based dishes or firm cheese.
La Frenz 2021 Cabernets
Raspberry, cassis and ripe black cherry open an expressive, dark-fruited profile, with mulberry and a cool thread of spearmint. The palate is full and structured without becoming heavy, layering licorice, earth and cigar-box savouriness around the fruit. Fine-grained tannins provide a measured frame and carry the finish with clarity.