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La Rivolta 2021 Aglianico del Taburno
Wild cassis, fleshy raspberry and juicy blackberry lead, with sweet pepper, tobacco, cumin and clove adding savoury depth. Concentrated yet precise, the palate keeps the dark fruit focused while spice builds through the finish. Give it a brief decant and serve with braised beef, roast lamb or grilled mushrooms.
Chateau Croix Mouton 2018 Bordeaux Superieur
Juicy raspberry and crushed blackberry lead, joined by fresh red fruit and a subtle touch of oak and cocoa. The palate is full but easy-moving, with ripe fruit, smooth texture and enough structure to stay composed. It finishes clean, savoury and ready to drink. A dependable match for burgers, roast beef, lamb chops or lentil stew.
Paniza Vinas Viejas 2017 Garnacha
A generous Garnacha with dark fruits of mulberries and blackberries, drawn from elevated old vines. Dry herbs add a savoury edge to the ripe fruit, keeping the palate grounded and giving the finish welcome definition. Generous without feeling heavy, it is well suited to grilled sausages, roast vegetables, lamb or tomato-based rice and pasta dishes.
Summerhill 2018 Spadefoot Sangiovese
Ripe red cherry and cranberry lead a bright, savoury palate, joined by dried herbs and a gentle earthy note. Lively acidity gives the fruit shape, while firm but well-judged tannins carry subtle spice through a persistent finish. Energetic rather than heavy, it suits tomato-based pasta, grilled vegetables or roast pork.
Corra Winery 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Dark baked cherry opens with perfumed raspberry and blueberry, followed by a light touch of sweet tobacco and sage. The palate is bright, juicy and rich on entry, with generous berry fruit carried by a complex, silky texture. Freshness keeps the concentration poised, leading to a long, polished finish of dark fruit and savoury herbs.
A Sunday in August 2022 Lilypond Pinot Noir
Fresh cherry and raspberry sit over a light floral and herbal lift. The palate is supple and energetic, with semi-carbonic fermentation giving the fruit a bright, immediate feel rather than heavy extraction. Gentle savoury notes from a short rest in neutral barrel add shape, while lively acidity carries the red fruit into a clean, lightly textured finish.
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.
Planeta 2021 Etna Rosso DOC
Sour cherry and wild strawberry lead, with violet, vanilla and cracked pepper adding lift. Fleshy and smooth on entry, the palate gains savoury definition from rhubarb, iron and a light earthy note. Fresh acidity keeps the fruit clear while fine, measured tannins carry the wine through a composed, gently spicy finish.
Remoissenet Père et Fils 2019 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1Er
Concentrated Pinot Noir with dark cherry, strawberry and blackcurrant framed by rose and liquorice. Vigorous and chewy in youth, it carries substantial structure, layered fruit and impressive length, gradually softening into leather, truffle and game notes. A serious cellar-minded Burgundy for rib steak, roast duck, lamb or rich, soft-centred cheeses.
Remoissenet 2018 Vosne-Romanée
Purple and pink wildflowers lead into light spice, black cherry and red plum. Juicy and refined on the palate, the fruit is carried by a silky texture and enough freshness to keep the shape precise. The finish is long and gently spicy. Serve with grilled lamb sausages, duck breast or mushroom dishes.
Andeluna 1300 2023 Malbec Uco Valley
Violet leads into red plum, strawberry and blackberry, with a subtle mineral note beneath the fruit. Smooth and medium-bodied, the palate has ripe flavour without excess weight, supported by soft tannins and fresh balance. The finish remains floral, dark-fruited and gently savoury. Serve with grilled beef, empanadas or smoky vegetables.
Domaine A.F. Gros 2021 Vosne-Romanée Les Chalandins
A distinctive floral perfume leads into a direct, finely shaped palate. Silky texture gives the red fruit a graceful flow, while a subtle extra depth develops through the middle. The finish is notably long and detailed, with a flicker of complexity that keeps the wine lively rather than heavy. Elegant now, with the poise to reward careful cellaring.
Lorgeril 2024 Voyageur Pinot Noir
Red cherry, raspberry and violet lead with a leafy touch of blackcurrant. The palate is supple and poised, layering bright red fruit over smooth tannins and balanced acidity. A discreet peppery note adds definition, while the finish remains fresh, gently savoury and impressively persistent for its light-footed frame.
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.
Croix Mouton 2019 Bordeaux Superieur
Smoky plum and blackberry form a dense, dark-fruited core, with subtle spice, cocoa and liquorice adding savoury depth. Full and rounded on the palate, the mainly Merlot blend carries ripe fruit through tannins that are beginning to soften. The finish remains earthy and generous. Pair with braised beef, lamb or grilled mushrooms.
Fauvin 2019/22 Chenas Tradition
Dalem 2018 Fronsac
Deep garnet-purple, with baked blueberry, kirsch, redcurrant jelly and earthy truffle aromas. The palate is full-bodied and generous, layering black fruit with brighter red-fruit accents and a firm, velvety structure. A refreshing lift keeps the finish poised. Pair with roast lamb, braised beef, duck or aged hard cheese.
Moulin Blanc 2019 Montagne Saint Emilion
An understated Right Bank Bordeaux with pure red cherry and violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with crisp acidity giving the fruit freshness and fine, chewy tannins adding shape through the finish. Refined rather than showy, it benefits from a little air and pairs neatly with roast lamb, duck, mushrooms or firm cheese.