Rare Finds
Rare Finds
Monster Vineyards 2021 Rosé
Canadian Rosé
Hillside Winery 2020 Heritage Collection Malbec
Canadian Red
Rich dark fruit meets warm spice-cake notes in a concentrated but composed Malbec from a sunlit Naramata site. Extended French-oak ageing brings structure and savoury depth, while the fruit retains aromatic freshness and well-ripened tannins. A distinctive Okanagan red for braised beef, grilled lamb, smoky vegetables or firm aged cheese.
Clos du Soleil 2018 Estate Reserve Red Similkameen Valley
Canadian Red
Crushed stone and graphite meet fresh mint, dry spice and a woodland savouriness. The palate is nuanced and firmly structured, with dark fruit held in a precise frame of acidity and fine tannins. Mineral and herbal notes return on the persistent finish. Decant generously and pair with roast lamb, braised beef, grilled mushrooms or aged cheese.
Clos du Soleil 2016 Estate Reserve Similkameen Valley
Canadian Red
Black currant, dark plum and cassis lead, lifted by dried sage and a measured layer of cedar and French oak spice. The palate is dense yet composed, with blackberry and dark cherry carried by mineral freshness. Polished, persistent tannins frame savoury herbs and stony earth through a long, structured finish.
Clos du Soleil 2015 Estate Reserve Similkameen Valley
Canadian Red
Layered blackcurrant, blackberry and raspberry meet bramble, baking spice, liquorice and graphite. Rich and expressive, the palate combines dense fruit with fresh acidity and fine-grained tannins. Cedar and mineral tones emerge through the long, elegant finish, giving the wine both maturity and poise. Serve with roast beef, lamb or aged cheddar.
Artemis Karamolegos 2023 Santorini Kouloura
Greek White
A mineral Greek white led by stone fruit, citrus, white flowers and dried herbs. The palate is firm and fresh, with Assyrtiko’s bright acidity carrying the fruit into a saline, persistent finish. Structured enough for the table but still refreshing, it is especially good with grilled octopus, shellfish, feta, lemon-dressed vegetables or herb-forward dishes.
Artemis Karamolegos 2024 Terra Nera Red
Greek Red
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.
Hennessy X.O Cognac 1.5 L
French Cognac
Deep, rounded and warming, with candied fruit unfolding into pepper, dark chocolate and polished oak. The palate is full and voluptuous, balancing rich sweetness with a firm spicy edge and an increasingly intense wave of warmth. Vanilla softens the wood without muting its structure. The finish is exceptionally persistent, echoing oak, chocolate, spice and fruit in a long, composed fade.
Hennessy X.O Cognac 1 L
French Cognac
Deep amber and richly aromatic, with candied fruit, orange peel and cocoa opening over warm oak. The palate is broad and silky, moving through dried fig, cinnamon and black pepper with a measured sweetness at its centre. Layers of fruit and spice remain composed rather than heavy. The finish is long and warming, carrying dark chocolate, polished wood and a final echo of orange.
Champagne Palmer & Co NV Rosé Solera
French Sparkling
A pale copper rosé Champagne with gingerbread, spiced apple and pink grapefruit, joined by truffle and a light saline note. The palate is tight, focused and spicy, with salty undertones and very fine bubbles giving the fruit precision. Complex but controlled through the finish, it is an excellent aperitif and a fine match for smoked salmon or charcuterie.
Pétrus 2004 Pomerol
French Red
Refined and structured, with black cherry, plum and cassis supported by earth, truffle, graphite, dark chocolate and gentle spice. Rich and full-bodied, the palate brings ripe black fruit, well-integrated tannins, balanced acidity and a smooth texture into a long, lingering finish. Give it about three hours in a decanter and serve with duck, roast lamb or mushrooms.
Ēkhô Wines 2023 Rosé Naxos
Greek Rosé
Soft pink and quietly aromatic, led by floral notes rather than overt fruit. Pronounced acidity gives the palate a crisp, taut shape, while subtle spice, lees ageing and partial fermentation in acacia bring texture and complexity without heaviness. Light-bodied, dry and elegant, it finishes clean and restrained. Serve well chilled with shellfish, grilled vegetables, mezze or lightly spiced seafood.
Remoissenet 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin 3L
French Red
Earth and dark berries lead the nose, with oak adding a restrained savoury frame. Firmly structured on the palate, the fruit has enough depth to balance the wine's steady grip and grounded character. The finish is composed, persistent and gently wooded. Give it air before serving with roast lamb, braised beef or wild mushrooms.
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 1990 Saint-Julien
French Red
Preserved plum and kirsch sit at the centre of a mature, savoury bouquet, layered with incense, cigar box, leather, tobacco and tilled earth. Medium- to full-bodied, the palate is graceful and satiny, carrying dried red berry and exotic spice over a gently chewy structure. The finish is long, fragrant and tea-toned. Decant carefully and serve with roast lamb or aged cheese.
M. Chapoutier 2005 Banyuls Vin Doux Naturel
French Dessert
Dried fig, raisin and blackberry lead a generous fortified profile, joined by raspberry, cherry, mint, black pepper and a light truffle note. Sweetness is balanced by fresh acidity and soft tannins, keeping the palate lively rather than heavy. Silky and refined through the finish, it suits fruit desserts or firm cheese, while a slight chill brings extra definition.
Domaine Philippe Delesvaux 2004 Clos du Pavillon Coteaux-du-Layon Saint-Aubin
French Dessert
Fresh white pear leads into apricot, persimmon, fig and dried tangerine, with honey, candied apple and a light butterscotch note adding depth. The palate is fully sweet and generously textured, yet lacy acidity and a fine mineral spine keep it precise. Almond and honeysuckle emerge across the long, composed finish.
Seppelt NV DP 33 Muscat
Australian Dessert
Deep brown with an olive-green rim, opening on raisin, toffee and honey with a measured hint of marmalade. The palate is creamy and velvet-smooth, layering crushed raisin, caramel and warm spice over a rich, concentrated core. Balanced warmth carries the sweetness through a very long finish that remains expressive rather than heavy.
Buller NV Fine Old Muscat
Australian Dessert
Reddish amber and richly perfumed, with raisins, dried fig and dark chocolate leading into caramel, brown sugar, dates and molasses. The texture is dense and velvety, yet bright acidity keeps the sweetness composed and fresh. A long, warming finish makes this an excellent after-dinner pour, either alone or beside chocolate brownies and cream.
Château Gloria 2008 Saint-Julien
French Red
Intense dark red in colour, with generous currant, plum and bright red cherry framed by tobacco, earth and gentle spice. The palate is medium-bodied, supple and immediately inviting, bringing pure fruit together with fresh acidity and soft, settled tannins. Elegant and savoury through the finish, it is ready with a short decant and suits roast beef, duck or lamb.
Château Mouton Rothschild 1988 Pauillac
French Red
Classic and mature, with cassis, plum and red berry framed by cedar, walnut, pencil shavings, tobacco and earthy mineral notes. The palate is round and balanced, showing fresh acidity, ripe tannins, vanilla and a gently drying woody edge on the long finish. Bottle condition matters; stand upright, decant carefully for about two hours and serve with veal or roast lamb.
Soldera 1998 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Pure red fruit and dried cherry rise with rose, violet, herb and warm spice. The palate is intense yet remarkably composed, adding red berries, liquorice, smoke and a gentle leather note as it opens. Fresh acidity and finely resolved tannins give the mature fruit lift, carrying the wine into a long, balanced and quietly mineral finish.
Henschke 2001 Mount Edelstone Shiraz
Australian Red
Mulberry, blackcurrant and plum rise with sage, rosemary and black pepper, followed by tobacco leaf, anise and gently developed oak. The palate remains rich and concentrated, with savoury herbal detail, fine acidity and long, silky tannins. Mature yet composed, it closes with spice, depth and remarkable persistence.
Trimbach 2001 Riesling Clos Sainte Hune
French White
Dry and concentrated, with ripe citrus, yellow orchard fruit and white flowers held by a clear mineral line. The palate is taut yet generous, carrying finely layered fruit through bright, measured acidity. Subtle honeyed and stony notes develop with air, while the finish remains exceptionally long, precise and composed, showing the depth of a mature Riesling without losing freshness.
Château Lafite Rothschild 1966 Pauillac
French Red
At full maturity, this is a restrained, old-school claret with dried rose, cedar, tobacco and cigar-box aromas over cassis and red cherry. The palate is medium-bodied and refined, with gentle earth, forest floor, leather and spice emerging as it opens. Stand the bottle upright, decant briefly for sediment and enjoy promptly with roast lamb or mushrooms.
Château La Fleur-Pétrus 1995 Pomerol
French Red
Deep and concentrated, with sweet kirsch and black raspberry rising over smoke and a stony mineral note. The palate is full-bodied and layered, combining ripe plum with firm tannins and a supple, polished texture. Leather and dark earth add savoury depth as the fruit opens. The finish is persistent and structured, returning to black raspberry, mineral and smoke with measured power.
Château Trotanoy 1995 Pomerol
French Red
Deeply coloured and still powerful, with raspberry and black cherry layered over earth and a clear licorice note. The palate is medium to full in body, combining dense dark fruit with firm, persistent tannins and a savoury mineral undertone. Its structure remains prominent, but the fruit carries enough concentration to keep the profile balanced. The finish is long, dry and authoritative, returning to cherry, earth and spice.
Château La Fleur-Pétrus 2008 Pomerol
French Red
Dark cherry and plum lead a generous but controlled profile, joined by black tea, earth, cedar and a discreet note of truffle. The palate is medium to full in body, with silky tannins and fresh acidity carrying the fruit without heaviness. Graphite and dark chocolate deepen the middle. The finish is long and harmonious, returning to plum, savoury earth and polished cedar.
Penfolds Grange 1984
Australian Red
Rich and mature, with blackcurrant, plum and dark berry layered with chocolate, caramel, mocha, cedar, menthol, smoke and tobacco. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated yet balanced, carrying supple tannins, sweet fruit and firm chocolate-toned structure through a long, warming finish. Decant for about one hour and serve with lamb, venison or slow-cooked beef.
Penfolds Grange 1990
Australian Red
Opulent yet precise, with blackberry, mulberry, plum and cassis layered with liquorice, espresso, dark chocolate, smoked meat, eucalyptus, cedar and leather. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate combines ripe dark fruit with firm velvety tannins, freshness and excellent balance. The finish is long, spicy and complex; decant for two to three hours and serve with lamb, venison or beef.
Penfolds Grange 2001
Australian Red
Rich and still youthful, with blackberry, blackcurrant and cherry layered with dark chocolate, liquorice, vanilla, mint, sandalwood and dried fruit. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate is fleshy yet controlled, with fine ripe tannins that turn gently chalky through a long, smooth finish. Decant for about three hours and serve with veal chops or lamb.