Sparkling
Caves São João 2023 Bairrada Red Brut Sparkling
Ruby-coloured and lively, with red fruit, balsamic lift, anise and peppery herbal notes. A delicate, fresh attack gives the palate energy, while moderate acidity keeps the texture poised and the savoury spice clearly defined. Persistent without feeling heavy, it suits fatty fish, grilled meats or well-seasoned rice dishes.
Twin Island 2024 Purple Crush
Bright red fruit and dark grape notes lead a softly sparkling, carbonic style with a juicy, gently creamy mouthfeel. Low tannin and modest acidity keep the palate relaxed and immediately drinkable, while a light savoury edge prevents it from feeling simple. Serve well chilled with charcuterie, pizza or grilled vegetables.
Paltrinieri 2015 Solco Lambrusco dell’Emilia
Deep ruby-purple in the glass, with ripe cherry, sour cherry and blackberry lifted by subtle floral notes. The palate is fresh and lightly sparkling, its soft, fine bubbles carrying generous dark fruit without heaviness. Bright acidity keeps the texture lively and precise, leading to a clean, gently savoury finish with excellent refreshment.
La Liquiere 2021 Gaz De Schiste Rose
A lively ancestral-method sparkling rosé with fresh raspberry, redcurrant and other tangy red fruits. The palate combines gentle roundness with tonic freshness, while fine, elegant bubbles keep the fruit bright and precise. Easygoing but composed through the finish, it works well as an aperitif and can also accompany fruit desserts, soft cheese or lightly spiced dishes.
Caves Sao Joao 2021 Reserva Bruto Branco
Citrus yellow in the glass, with an intense nose of dried flowers, bright citrus and light toasted notes. The palate opens fresh, then broadens into a well-balanced, structured mousse. Lively acidity keeps the texture precise, while persistent aromas carry the finish with measured depth from extended lees ageing. Serve well chilled with appetizers, grilled fish, white meats or a restrained fruit dessert.
Zanatta NV Glenora Fantasia Brut
Green apple leads the bouquet, framed by a stream of fine, persistent bubbles and a clean, brisk palate. Extended lees ageing brings subtle breadth and a lightly savoury dimension while the fruit remains fresh and focused. Distinctive and polished, this traditional-method sparkling wine is a natural aperitif and an excellent partner for oysters, smoked salmon, fried chicken or creamy cheeses.
Venturini Baldini NV Montelocco Lambrusco Emilia IGP
Deep ruby with violet reflections, offering juicy black cherry and a lifted note of wild herbs. The palate is fresh and gently semi-dry, with soft bubbles, lively acidity and light tannins giving shape to the ripe fruit. A subtle savoury edge keeps the sweetness measured, leading to a clean, easy finish that remains bright rather than heavy.
Paltrinieri NV Piria Lambrusco di Sorbara
Whispering Horse 2019 Cavallo Rosso
Red apple, tart rhubarb and fresh citrus lead, followed by bright maraschino cherry and a quiet earthy note. The palate is vivid and lightly sparkling, balancing crunchy red fruit with brisk acidity and a clean, savoury line. Fine bubbles keep the texture buoyant, while cherry and citrus linger through a dry-feeling, refreshingly direct finish.
Frind Estate Winery NV Méthode Classique Brut
Monster Vineyards 2020 The Brute
Monster Vineyards 2021 Rosie Sparkling Rose
Raspberry, wild strawberry and watermelon meet a bright lift of pink grapefruit. Fine bubbles carry the juicy fruit across a dry, lively palate, with enough texture to feel composed rather than simple. The finish is clean, lightly tart and refreshing. Serve chilled as an aperitif or alongside salmon, charcuterie and summer salads.
Bisol NV Jeio Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Brut
Fresh green apple, pear and white flowers lead, with citrus, peach and apricot close behind. The palate is bright and balanced, its gentle mousse carrying crisp grapefruit, straw and aromatic herbs. A subtle river-stone note adds definition, while a delicate savoury edge keeps the clean, lively finish dry and precise.
Vinyes Singulars 2018 Elemental Pét-Nat
Bright citrus and crisp green fruit lead, followed by dried Mediterranean herbs and a firm chalky mineral note. The bubbles feel energetic rather than frothy, lifting a clean, lightly textured palate with a distinctly saline edge. Fresh and direct through the finish, it balances natural-wine character with clarity, tension and an appealingly savoury close.
Lugny Cremant Rose
A bright Crémant rosé with fresh strawberry, ripe plum and floral notes. Fine bubbles lift the juicy red-fruit character, while crisp acidity keeps the palate clean and energetic. Balanced and refreshing through the finish, it makes a polished aperitif and works equally well with smoked salmon, charcuterie, soft cheese or lightly dressed salads.
Chartron & Trébuchet 2017 Crémant de Bourgogne Pinot Noir Rosé Brut 750 mL
Light peach and white flowers open the nose, followed by tangerine, pomelo and a delicate stony note. The palate is softly textured yet fresh, with fine bubbles carrying citrus and white-peach fruit through the centre. A subtle mineral line keeps the wine composed, while a gentle saline edge brings focus to the finish. Dry, bright and balanced, it closes cleanly with lingering citrus and floral detail.
Caves São João Bruto
Mirco Mariotti NV Sèt e Mèz Pét-Nat Rosé
Wild strawberry, raspberry and tart red cherry meet spicy red plum and a subtle hint of anise. The palate is bone dry and lightly sparkling, its vivid acidity carrying savoury red fruit over a distinctly saline core. A bitter quinine edge gives the energetic, unconventional finish impressive definition.