Red
Red
Aydie 2022 Sans Sulfites Madiran
French Red
Blackcurrant fruit sits over dusty tannins and firm acidity, giving this direct, clear-cut red more lift than weight. The palate is crisp and fresh, with a savoury edge and enough structure to remain unmistakably robust. Straightforward and energetic rather than heavy, it works well with grilled sausages, roast pork or lentils.
Clos Fornelli 2018 Rouge Corsica
French Red
Vivid red fruit and violets lead into a generous, well-structured palate. Cherry and raspberry are joined by pepper, dried herbs and a faint earthy note, while silky tannins keep the wine supple. Bright and savoury, it closes with lingering spice, fresh acidity and the distinctive lift of an island red.
Chateau du Cedre 2020 Cahors
French Red
Juicy black fruit and savoury spice lead a rich, concentrated profile. The palate is dense and firmly structured, yet the fruit remains balanced and composed rather than heavy. Depth builds through a long, dark-fruited finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, lamb, braised mushrooms or mature cheese.
Cassanova 2016 Corse Rouge
French Red
Ripe blackberry and dark plum meet black cherry, cracked pepper and a savoury trace of wild Mediterranean herbs. The palate is fleshy and generous, with juicy fruit carried by smooth, rounded tannins. A warm, accessible Corsican red with enough spice and earthy depth to stay lively through the finish.
Terres Falmet 2008 A Contre Courant Saint-Chinian
French Red
Deeply coloured and strikingly mature, with dried fruit, leather, fig, tobacco and candied cherry joined by flashes of raspberry, pomegranate and dried rose. Four years under a veil of yeast give the palate unusual depth and savoury complexity. Rich, muscular and earthy, with dusty tannins and a substantial, cigar-toned finish.
Domaines Bunan 2018 Mas De La Rouviere Bandol
French Red
A deep, structured Bandol with blackberry, plum and hedgerow fruit layered over garrigue, pepper and a faint gamey note. Mourvèdre brings firm tannins and savoury depth, while the supporting varieties round the palate and keep the fruit generous. Give it some air, then serve with roast lamb, grilled meat or earthy dishes that match its Mediterranean character.
Les Cortis 2019 Uzee Bugey
French Red
Fresh, fluid and fruit-driven, with an alpine wildness held in a clean, precise frame. The palate is structured and moderately intense, balancing bright fruit with savoury depth. Whole-cluster maceration brings lift, while ten months on fine lees adds texture before a clean, lively and easy-moving finish.
Gros & Tollot 2018 La CinsO
French Red
Ruby red with a youthful purple edge, opening on rose petal, raspberry, plum and warm spice. The palate has good substance and ripe fruit, shaped by a rounded texture and polished tannins. Freshness keeps the profile lively and precise, leading to a long, refined finish with generous red-fruit flavour and easy drinkability.
Gros & Tollot 2019 La 50/50
French Red
Preserved cherry leads, joined by dark berry fruit, white pepper and a restrained floral lift. The palate is fresh and generous, with polished texture and savoury mineral depth. Fine tannins keep the fruit composed, while gentle spice and a clean, stony note carry the balanced, quietly persistent finish.
Les Cortis 2018 Sillon Savoie
French Red
A delicate, mineral red with violet-tinged colour and layered aromas of redcurrant, raspberry, cassis, blackberry and blueberry. Rose, violet, musk, clove and cinnamon add lift and detail. The palate has real energy, with notable power shaped by remarkably melted tannins, carrying the floral, spiced fruit into a composed finish.
Clot de l’Oum 2016 Le Clot Cotes du Roussillon Villages
French Red
Tart cherry and dried raspberry meet black olive, thyme, warm stone and sun-baked garrigue. Medium-bodied and bright on its feet, the palate layers cranberry, sour cherry, pepper, earth and dried herbs over fine-grained tannins. A savoury mineral snap brings focus to the lingering finish. Serve slightly cool with roast chicken, herb-crusted lamb, mushrooms, grilled vegetables or charcuterie.
Mas des Caprices 2018 RAS Rouge à Siroter Vin de France
French Red
Clear ruby in colour, with crunchy cherry, red currant and a light touch of sweet spice. The palate is bright and easy-moving, balancing juicy Mediterranean fruit with silky tannins and a refreshing finish. Light enough for an aperitif yet savoury enough for the table, it suits charcuterie, grilled sausages or a sunny picnic.
Cordero di Montezemolo 2021 Barbera d’Alba
Italian Red
Mature fruit and prune lead with cacao and warm spice on a fragrant nose. Full and fresh on the palate, it combines generous flavour with very soft tannins and a smooth, approachable shape. The finish remains poised and gently savoury. Serve with mushroom pasta, grilled sausage, pizza or slow-cooked beef.
De Stefani 2011 Stèfen 1624 Refrontolo Colli di Conegliano DOCG
Italian Red
Dried fruit and raisin lead the nose, joined by blackberry, cherry preserve and cedar. The palate is full and juicy, with chocolate and tobacco bringing savoury depth. Ripe tannins shape the generous texture while balanced freshness keeps the richness composed, carrying dark fruit and warm spice through a persistent finish.
De Stefani 2010 Raboso
Italian Red
Intense ruby in colour, with cherry, raspberry and delicate floral notes opening the bouquet. The palate is dry and full, with bright acidity giving the fruit definition and a firm, complete structure carrying the finish. Several months on lees in barrel add measured texture without obscuring freshness. Serve with salami, braised pork, hearty stews or firm aged cheeses.
Colmone della Marca 2010 Ciacco da Colmone Terreni di Sanseverino Moro DOC
Italian Red
Blue and black fruit lead the nose, joined by vanilla and a subtle clove note. The palate is plush and plummy, with ripe berry flavours held by smooth, well-integrated tannins. Fresh acidity keeps the generous texture in balance, while savoury spice and dark fruit linger through a composed, persistent finish.
Rivera 2019 Il Falcone Castel del Monte Rosso Riserva
Italian Red
Tenute Silvio Nardi 2019 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Black cherry and cassis lead a layered, savoury profile, joined by dried herbs, underbrush and toasted almond. The palate is composed and firmly balanced, with velvety tannins carrying the dark fruit into a persistent finish. Generous without excess, it is well suited to braised lamb, roast pork or aged pecorino.
La Valentina 2015 Bellovedere Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC Terre dei Vestini Riserva
Italian Red
Mentholated herbs, tobacco and anise frame a concentrated core of brandied cherry. The palate is medium-bodied, polished and bright, with red fruit folding neatly into measured barrel spice. Well-mannered tannins provide supportive structure, extending the fruit and savoury detail through an assured, composed, lingering finish.
Tenuta San Guido 2020 Guidalberto Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Blackcurrant, wild cherry and ripe plum lead, with bay leaf, pressed violet, black olive, cedar and spice adding savoury detail. Medium-full and supple, the palate combines fresh acidity with fine, silky tannins and a polished core of dark fruit. Earth, tobacco and gentle mineral notes shape a taut, balanced finish.
Castello di Bolgheri 2019 Bolgheri Superiore
Italian Red
Graphite and kirsch open, followed by black raspberry, fresh leather, cedar and a floral hint of lavender. Full-bodied yet refined, the palate combines dense dark fruit with vibrant acidity and a silky, well-integrated tannic structure. Savoury Mediterranean herbs carry into a generous, lengthy finish. Serve with roast lamb, braised beef, porcini or aged pecorino.
Foradori 2011 Granato Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT
Italian Red
Elderberry, cranberry and blackberry lead a dark, youthful nose, followed by sour cherry, black pepper, clove and cinnamon. The palate is taut and densely structured, with juicy fruit, firm minerality and increasingly approachable tannins. Complex and built to develop, it benefits from air and suits braised beef or lamb shanks.
Jermann 2018 Blau & Blau Tre Venezie IGT
Italian Red
Ripe berries lead a harmonious, expressive nose, with grass, undergrowth and a subtle earthy note adding freshness. The palate is medium-bodied, balanced and elegant, combining generous fruit with soft tannins and a gentle savoury edge. A clean, composed finish keeps the wine supple while retaining clear aromatic character.
Paolo Scavino 2012 Monvigliero Barolo DOCG
Italian Red
Camphor, espresso and dark berries lead a focused nose. The palate follows with crushed black raspberry, orange peel, white pepper, chopped herbs and a light note of star anise. Firm yet elegant tannins give the wine a tightly wound structure, carrying the fruit and spice through a dry, precise finish.
Poggio al Tesoro 2019 Dedicato a Walter Bolgheri Superiore DOC
Italian Red
Blackcurrant, plum and dark berries lead, with black pepper, aromatic herbs and balsamic eucalyptus adding definition. The palate is rich and imposing yet fresh, framed by firm, velvety tannins and a clear mineral line. Savoury spice and concentrated fruit build through a long, composed finish that remains precise rather than heavy.
Colmone della Marca 2015 Re Piero Marche IGT
Italian Red
Bright red berries lead the nose with a clean, generous lift. The palate is plush and rounded, bringing ripe fruit together with savoury spice and a firm but polished frame. Fresh acidity keeps the wine lively, while measured tannins carry the berry fruit and peppery detail through a balanced, food-friendly finish.
Gaja 1997 Sperss Langhe Nebbiolo
Italian Red
Black cherry and blackberry lead a complex nose of truffle, warm earth, mint and dried flowers. The palate is dense yet elegant, with dark fruit, espresso, bitter chocolate and liquorice carried by cool acidity. Velvety, chewy tannins remain firm, driving a long, vibrant finish marked by mineral depth.
Foradori 2019 Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT
Italian Red
Deep dark purple in the glass, with red berries, flowers and mint shaping an attractive, lifted nose. The palate is rich yet refined, combining good acidity with clear minerality and a supple, velvety texture. Structured and balanced, it carries fresh fruit and herbal detail through a long, composed finish.