Rare Finds from the Private Cellar

Pepper, bay leaf and dried Mediterranean herbs give this southern Rhône red a savoury, aromatic character. Leather and beeswax notes add depth to its ample palate, with soft yet structured tannins keeping the wine poised. Grenache and Mourvèdre lead a traditional blend of thirteen varieties, matured together in large oak foudres.

Rose, cherry and ripe plum aromas meet aniseed and a hint of cinnamon. From the Colonnello vineyard in Bussia, this Nebbiolo has a concentrated, generous palate, with powerful tannins and a fine mineral thread. Matured for twenty-eight months in oak casks, it carries smoky fruit, liquorice and floral notes into a long finish.

Dark cherry and blackberry mingle with mint, truffle and cedar in this full-bodied Barolo from Ginestra in Monforte d’Alba. Fine tannins give shape to a rich core of fruit, while touches of chocolate and toasted spice add depth. Freshness keeps the palate lifted, leading to a long, smooth finish with a savoury edge.

Blackcurrant, plum and blackberry are joined by liquorice, tobacco and smoky herbs. Full-bodied and concentrated, the wine balances its generous dark fruit with a savoury, stony character. Fine tannins give structure without obscuring the rich texture. Notes of graphite and spice linger through a long finish with depth and a distinctly earthy edge.

Red berries and plum are layered with leather, liquorice and warm spice. The palate is full-bodied and generous, with a velvety texture and fine-grained tannins beneath the ripe fruit. Notes of black tea and dried herbs add a savoury dimension. A long finish brings together rich fruit, spice and a gently mineral edge.

Blackberry, cherry and plum are layered with cocoa, warm spice and dried herbs. The palate is generous and silky, with ripe tannins giving structure to the dark fruit. A fresh, savoury streak keeps the wine lively, while hints of leather and a stony edge emerge on the long finish. Concentrated, balanced and full of detail.

Black cherry, ripe fig and dark berries mingle with liquorice, warm spice and a lightly smoky note. Rich and concentrated, the palate has a rounded texture supported by substantial, ripe tannins. Freshness runs through the generous fruit, keeping the wine balanced rather than heavy. The finish is long, with lingering spice and savoury depth.