Red
Red
Aalto 2004 PS Ribera del Duero Magnum 1.5 L
Spanish Red
Blackberry and pomegranate lead an intense, expressive profile, joined by dark chocolate, mineral detail and warm spice. The palate is rich and voluptuous yet carries its scale with balance and surprising lightness. Ripe, firm tannins give structure, while liquorice, leather and savoury meat add depth. The texture stays velvety through a long, gently sweet finish. Decant before serving with roast lamb or braised beef.
Racines 2019 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir
American Red
Sweet dried cherry leads a savoury, aromatic profile, joined by mint, tobacco and sage. The palate is ethereal and finely drawn, with fresh acidity and a gentle tannic frame keeping the fruit lifted. Herbal detail and cool mineral tension bring depth without heaviness, while the finish remains persistent and composed. Serve with roast chicken, grilled salmon, mushroom dishes or pork tenderloin with herbs.
Racines 2019 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir
American Red
Red currant, crushed strawberry and rose petal rise over forest floor, subtle spice and flinty minerality. The palate is elegant yet structured, with silky tannins and vibrant acidity carrying sour cherry, blood orange and savoury herbs. Tension and salinity keep the fruit precise, and the finish is long, detailed and composed. Serve with roast duck, wild mushroom risotto or seared tuna with soy and ginger.
Fattoria La Fiorita 2015 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Mid ruby in colour, with floral lift, dark fruit and a touch of black pepper. Generous cherry jam and red currant fill the palate, held in shape by youthful, firm tannins. The fruit remains clear and balanced rather than heavy, with savoury detail emerging as the wine opens. The finish is long, structured and composed. Decant before serving with roast lamb, braised beef, porcini mushrooms or aged pecorino.
Prats & Symington 2012 Chryseia Douro
Portuguese Red
Currant and lifted dark fruit meet dried flowers, tobacco and a cool mineral note. The palate is concentrated yet supple, with fresh acidity giving the wine clarity and energy. Fine-grained tannins provide shape without heaviness, while savoury earth and a faint saline edge add detail through the long, focused finish. Decant before serving with roast lamb, braised beef, grilled mushrooms or firm aged cheese.
Il Poggione 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli
Italian Red
Intense ruby in the glass, with layered red cherry and plum joined by savoury spice, leather and a quiet tobacco note. The palate is full and concentrated, balancing ripe fruit with bright acidity and firm, polished tannins. Cedar and earthy detail build through the middle, while the finish remains long, structured and composed. Decant before serving with roast beef, braised game, mushroom dishes, truffles or mature hard cheese.
Trediberri 2019 Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata
Italian Red
Lustrous ruby, with pure cherry, kirsch and rose petal lifted by mint, floral perfume and a cool mineral note. The palate is full and expressive without losing finesse, carrying lush cherry fruit over polished, persistent tannins. Aromatic detail builds through the finish, where fruit, spice and freshness remain in balance. Decant before serving with braised beef, venison, truffle dishes, mushroom risotto or aged hard cheese.
Telmo Rodriguez 2017 La Estrada Rioja
Spanish Red
Dark cherry and dried red fruit meet potpourri, leather and a quiet earthy note. The palate is ripe yet fresh, with red and dark fruit framed by dusty tannins, subtle spice and restrained vanilla. A faint rustic character gives the wine texture and individuality, while the finish remains long and composed. Decant before serving with roast lamb, grilled pork, braised beef, mushrooms or aged Manchego.
Cobb 2017 Emmaline Ann Vineyard Pinot Noir
American Red
Perfumed and finely drawn, with bright cranberry, red cherry and a hint of plum framed by rose, lavender and forest floor. The palate is light on its feet yet concentrated, carrying fresh red fruit over subtle spice, dried mushroom and savoury herbal notes. Fine texture and clear acidity give the wine focus, while the finish remains long and nuanced. Serve with duck, roast pork, salmon, lentils or wild mushrooms.
Cesare Bussolo 2019 Barolo Fossati
Italian Red
Rose petal and violet lead into sour cherry, blackberry and dried plum, with tar, tobacco and licorice adding a distinctly savoury dimension. The palate is structured and energetic, shaped by bright acidity and firm, fine-grained tannins. Mineral detail carries through a long, composed finish that balances fruit, earth and spice. Decant before serving with braised beef, osso buco, roast lamb, mushroom risotto or aged hard cheese.
Ken Wright Cellars 2017 Tanager Vineyard Pinot Noir
American Red
Raspberry, cranberry and cherry are sharply defined, with violet, apricot and dusky spice adding lift and detail. The palate opens firm and structured, then softens gradually, revealing layered red fruit, a touch of orange peel and refined tannins. Texture and freshness carry the wine through a composed, persistent finish. Decant briefly and serve with duck, roast pork, salmon, wild mushrooms or earthy lentil dishes.
Selvapiana 2022 Chianti Rufina Magnum
Italian Red
Fresh red berries and dusky cherry open with citrus peel, hibiscus and a faint smoky-earthy note. The palate is medium-bodied and bright, with crisp acidity, dusty tannins and a fine, energetic shape. Red fruit remains central as loam and gentle wood smoke emerge toward a lingering, savoury finish. Serve with tomato-braised meats, grilled sausages, mushroom pasta or firm Tuscan cheese.
Bibi Graetz 2019 Testamatta
Italian Red
Black cherry and plum lead with violet, candied orange peel, sandalwood and a savoury earthy note. The palate is full yet precise, carrying layered red and dark fruit over polished, velvety tannins. Fresh acidity and a chalky mineral line keep the richness focused, while spice and dried herbs extend the finish. Decant before serving with grilled lamb, mushroom risotto, roast game or aged pecorino.
Figli Luigi Oddero 2015 Barolo
Italian Red
Camphor, rose and wild herbs open over raspberry, ripe Morello cherry and a gentle earthy note. The palate is round and juicy, with polished tannins supporting the fruit and savoury layers of new leather, star anise, cinnamon and brown spice. The finish is balanced, persistent and already expressive, while retaining the structure expected of mature Nebbiolo. Decant carefully and serve with braised beef, porcini, truffle dishes or aged Piedmontese cheese.
B Cellars 2014 Blend 26
American Red
Ripe cherry, cedar and cocoa lead, with tobacco and dark spice adding depth. The palate is concentrated and full, built around Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, with substantial fruit and a firm, polished frame. Oak contributes warmth and structure while the savoury notes keep the richness composed. Give it air before serving with grilled steak, braised short ribs, roast mushrooms or firm aged cheese.
Giuseppe Cortese 2021 Barbaresco Rabajà
Italian Red
Raspberry, cherry and plum lead a lifted, complex nose, joined by wilted rose, tea and a touch of undergrowth. The palate is juicy and finely structured, with tightly woven tannins giving the red fruit definition and length. Savoury earth and dried herbs build through the middle, while the finish remains firm, fresh and persistent. Decant before serving with braised beef, roast lamb, porcini or aged hard cheese.
Castello di Bossi 2008 Corbaia Toscana IGT 3 L
Italian Red
Blackcurrant, cherry and cassis lead with tobacco, dark chocolate and a measured touch of coffee. The palate is concentrated and energetic, combining layers of ripe fruit with substantial tannins and fresh acidity. New-oak spice is present but held within a balanced, harmonious frame, while the finish remains long and composed. Decant carefully and serve with bistecca, roast lamb, wild mushrooms or aged pecorino.
Catena Zapata 2020 Adrianna Vineyard Fortuna Terrae Malbec
Argentinian Red
Spicy black fruit and delicate flowers lead a highly aromatic nose, with plum, sour cherry, herbs and graphite adding detail. The palate is rounded and smooth yet precise, its ripe fruit supported by moderate acidity, fine grip and a chalky limestone impression. Freshness keeps the concentration poised through a long, mineral finish. Decant before serving with grilled lamb, braised beef or roasted eggplant.
Clos du Val 2021 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Cranberry, red plum and cherry open with cassis, lavender and savoury touches of thyme and sage. The palate is medium to full-bodied yet fresh, framed by fine-grained, supple tannins and balanced acidity. A quiet mocha note adds depth without obscuring the fruit, and the finish is long, smooth and focused. Decant briefly and serve with grilled beef, lamb chops or roasted mushrooms.
August Kesseler 2013 Cuvée Max Spätburgunder Trocken
German Red
Fine redcurrant opens over sous-bois, autumn leaf and a quiet savoury edge. The palate is concentrated and firmly structured, with mature tannins and a taut line of acidity giving the fruit definition. Earthy woodland notes deepen through the middle, while the finish remains dry, persistent and composed rather than heavy. Decant carefully to soften the structure; serve with duck, roast veal, mushroom dishes or aged alpine cheese.
Giovanni Chiappini 2013 Guado de’ Gemoli Bolgheri Superiore Magnum
Italian Red
Cassis, ripe black cherry and raspberry open with tobacco, liquorice, black pepper and a quiet balsamic note. The palate is concentrated and vigorous, combining dark fruit with close-grained tannins, savoury olive and measured toast. Fresh acidity and a saline edge keep the richness in balance, carrying the wine into a long, firm finish. Decant carefully and serve with braised beef, roast lamb or porcini dishes.
Double Diamond by Schrader 2021 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Steeped plum, boysenberry and mulberry lead a generous nose, with cassis, savoury bay leaf and a measured touch of roasted oak. The palate is broad and dense but polished, carrying dark fruit through bittersweet cocoa, fine tannins and a fresh line of acidity. Menthol and loamy earth add lift and depth before a long, composed finish. Decant before serving with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs or roasted portobello mushrooms.
Laurent Ponsot 2017 Bourgogne Rouge Cuvée des Peupliers Magnum
French Red
Cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry open with pomegranate, peony and a gentle earthy edge. The palate is supple and finely textured, carrying pulpy red fruit through delicate tannins and bright freshness. A light savoury note appears with air, while the finish remains graceful, clean and quietly persistent. The larger format should benefit from time in a decanter; serve with roast chicken, duck, charcuterie or mushroom dishes.
Donnafugata 2016 Fragore Contrada Montelaguardia Etna Rosso DOC
Italian Red
Marasca cherry, raspberry and black-skinned berries lead a layered nose, joined by Mediterranean herbs, liquorice, tobacco and exotic spice. The palate is elegant and firmly structured, with fine-grained tannins and bright acidity carrying the fruit through espresso, flint and a light forest-floor note. The finish is long, savoury and distinctly mineral. Decant before serving with duck, grilled ribs, mushroom dishes or a rich lentil stew.
Laurent Ponsot 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Cuvée de l’Aulne
French Red
Strawberry and raspberry lead a lightly floral nose, with darker currant, soft earth, cedar and a whisper of wild herbs underneath. The palate is sleek and medium-bodied, combining fresh red fruit with savoury spice and a clear mineral line. Fine volume builds through the middle before a firmer, gently rustic finish brings shape and length. Give it time in a decanter and serve with duck, roast chicken or mushroom dishes.
St. Supéry 2019 Napa Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Blackcurrant, blackberry and dark plum lead a concentrated nose, joined by boysenberry, anise, toasted oak and a light graphite note. The palate is full-bodied and opulent yet fresh, with polished, fine-grained tannins carrying the dark fruit through cocoa, vanilla and subtle earthy tones. A savoury tobacco edge adds complexity before a long, composed finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, lamb shoulder or grilled portobello mushrooms.
Errázuriz La Cumbre Syrah
Chilean Red
Blackberry, blueberry and black cherry lead a generous nose, with violet, cracked pepper, dark chocolate and a light savoury edge. The palate is full and polished, carrying ripe fruit through firm, well-shaped tannins and fresh acidity. Oak adds restrained toastiness without obscuring the Syrah's floral lift. The finish is long, warming and balanced, with spice and cocoa lingering. Decant before serving with grilled lamb, short ribs or smoky aubergine.
Giovanni Chiappini 2013 Lienà Cabernet Franc Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Plum and dried fruit lead a complex, savoury nose, with tobacco, chocolate and liquorice adding depth. The palate is rich yet elegant, its generous fruit framed by smooth, soft tannins rather than hard edges. French-oak ageing brings polish and subtle warmth while the Cabernet Franc retains a clear, persistent shape. The finish is long, balanced and quietly earthy. Decant before serving with braised beef, roast lamb or aged pecorino.
Clos Saint Jean 2018 La Combe des Fous Châteauneuf-du-Pape
French Red
Blackcurrant, black cherry and pomegranate lead a deep, expressive nose, joined by lavender, peppery garrigue, graphite and a touch of rose. The palate is full-bodied and richly layered, yet seamless tannins and fresh energy keep the wine from feeling heavy. Liquorice, tobacco and subtle white chocolate add savoury depth before a plush, velvety finish. Decant generously and serve with lamb shoulder, grilled beef or Provençal herbs and mushrooms.
Riecine 2018 Riecine di Riecine Rosso Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Raspberry, strawberry and goji berry lead a fragrant, finely detailed nose, with violet, dried orange and a light mushroom note adding depth. The palate is juicy and fresh, carrying sour cherry and darker fruit through crisp acidity and soft, closely woven tannins. Medium to full in body but never heavy, it remains balanced and smooth through a clean, savoury finish. Serve with roast pork, mushroom ragù or aged pecorino.