Selection
Selection
Ornellaia 2021 Bolgheri Superiore
Italian Red
Mediterranean herbs, cypress berries and blackberry open a rich, expressive nose. The palate is concentrated yet precise, with dark fruit and dense, finely woven tannins balanced by aromatic freshness. Blackcurrant, violet and a light mineral note add lift, while tobacco and wild herbs bring savoury depth. Generous without feeling heavy, it closes with polished texture, vibrant energy and an enduring finish.
Bénédicte & Stéphane Tissot DD 2022 Arbois Rouge 3 L
French Red
Raspberry, cranberry and bright red berries lead with rose hip, hibiscus and a delicate floral perfume. The palate is medium-bodied and lively, balancing juicy fruit with earthy detail, fine tannins and a lightly dusty grip. Gentle herbs and warm spice add savoury definition without obscuring the freshness. Concentrated yet approachable, it closes cleanly with red fruit and an earthy, food-friendly finish.
Castello di Perno Perno 2017 Barolo Riserva
Italian Red
Dried rose, red cherry and ripe plum open with tar, leather and liquorice. The palate is full-bodied and elegant, its firm tannins integrated by vibrant acidity and generous fruit. Blackberry and cranberry meet forest floor, tobacco and warm spice as the wine develops. Balsamic, anise and mineral notes extend the finish, giving this structured Riserva both depth and composed persistence.
Frédéric Savart La Moufle 2020 Les Mesneux Premier Cru Extra Brut Champagne
French Wine
Dried pear and bright citrus lead into ginger, sage and dried flowers, with a fine creamy touch beneath the fruit. The palate is tense and energetic, its Meunier-led core cut by saline minerality and chalky precision. Spice and menthol bring lift as the wine opens, while restrained dosage keeps the finish dry and focused. Balanced, pure and persistent, it closes with savoury mineral detail.
Nardi Vigneto Manachiara 2016 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Ripe blackberry and cassis open with dark chocolate, toasted oak and a clear mineral line. The palate is robust and concentrated, but precise acidity and velvety tannins keep the structure controlled. Spice and savoury detail build with air, giving the single-vineyard fruit both depth and definition. Full-bodied and persistent, it closes with polished power, mineral tension and a long, balanced finish.
Messias Quinta do Cachão 1967 Vintage Port
Portuguese Fortified
Golden-tawny in colour, with developed aromas of dried fruit, hazelnut and warm spice. The palate is intense and complex, yet freshness keeps the mature sweetness from feeling heavy. Smooth tannins give gentle structure while notes of fig, walnut and bottle-aged savouriness unfold through the middle. Delicate and composed, it finishes long with lingering spice and dried-fruit depth.
Maison Louis Jadot 2010 Beaune Premier Cru Clos des Ursules Magnum 1.5 L
French Wine
Wild cherry and raspberry rise from an airy, layered nose with earth, stone and integrated oak. The palate is concentrated yet finely detailed, its medium weight carried by fresh acidity and firm, dusty tannins. Bitter cherry, subtle spice and mineral tension give the wine a savoury edge without obscuring the fruit. Suave and balanced, it closes with a long, mouth-coating finish.
Ornellaia 2005 Bolgheri Superiore
Italian Red
Red and black berries lead an elegant, complex bouquet, with tobacco, spice and a light balsamic note developing behind the fruit. The palate is full and enveloping, framed by densely woven tannins that feel ripe, soft and polished. Dark cherry, blueberry and crushed stone add definition, while fresh acidity keeps the concentration measured. The finish is long, fruity and quietly savoury.
Château Figeac 1995 Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé
French Wine
A concentrated bouquet of roasted coffee, truffle and ripe blackberry opens into tobacco, black olive and tea. The palate is elegant and medium-bodied, with resolved tannins and fresh acidity giving shape to the mature fruit. Subtle leather, earth and savoury detail emerge with air. Velvety and harmonious, it carries its complexity through a long, composed finish without losing freshness.
B Cellars 2014 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Crème de cassis, blackberry and blueberry form a dense core, lifted by white flowers and framed by liquorice, graphite and restrained oak. The palate is full and opulent, yet vibrant acidity and silky tannins keep the concentration sharply defined. Forest floor and dark spice add savoury depth as the wine opens. Layered and persistent, it finishes with polished fruit, earth and liquorice.
Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2014 Blanc de Blancs
French Wine
Toasted brioche, lemon meringue and pastry open with hazelnut, almond and bright citrus. The palate is creamy and layered, its fine mousse carrying apricot, tangerine peel and white flowers over a chalky mineral core. Well-cut acidity gives the wine focus and energy without diminishing its breadth. Fragrant spice and a gentle savoury note linger through a long, mouthwatering finish.
Dom Pérignon 2015 Takashi Murakami Limited Edition Champagne
French Wine
Toasted notes and cocoa lead into lime blossom, jasmine and peony, with anise, cardamom and a fresh botanical edge. Orange peel and green papaya bring brightness before the palate broadens around peach, nectarine and citrus. The texture is generous but controlled, carried by fine acidity and a persistent mineral line. Gentian and spice remain through the remarkably long, precise finish.
Domaine Etienne Sauzet 2019 Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Champ Canet
French Wine
White peach, pear and orange oil open with lavender, citrus confit and a measured touch of oak. The palate is energetic and precise, combining honeycomb and fresh bread with a deep core of fruit and succulent acidity. White flowers, fine spice and crushed chalk add lift and definition. Richly textured yet delicate, it closes with excellent length and a gradually emerging mineral finish.
Gérard Bertrand Legend Vintage 1974 Rivesaltes
French Dessert
Deep amber in colour, with a complex nose of cocoa, roasted coffee, dried fruit and caramel. The palate is rich and layered, unfolding through dried fig, honey, walnut and beeswax while lively acidity keeps the sweetness composed. Notes of raisin, toffee and warm spice gather toward a long, smooth finish. A mature vin doux naturel with both concentration and savoury detail.
Leacock’s 1969 Sercial Madeira
Portuguese Fortified
An expressive mature Madeira in the drier Sercial style, with pronounced nuttiness, toffee and warm spice. The palate carries sweetness, though it remains notably less rich than Malmsey, with acidity keeping the wine lifted and composed. Long cask ageing has brought layered savoury complexity and a persistent finish. Its balance of caramelized depth and freshness makes it especially compelling alongside aged cheese.
Maison Louis Latour Château Corton Grancey 2010 Grand Cru
French Wine
Deeply coloured and aromatic, with cassis, ripe cherry, saffron and an earthy undertone. The palate is powerful but polished, its tannins wrapping around the fruit with a silky, controlled texture. Notes of spice, dark berries and forest floor develop with air, while the wine retains firm structure and definition. The finish is long and savoury, giving this grand cru both authority and restraint.
Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta Rennina 2019 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Bright and composed, opening with cedar, rose hip and dried blood orange over restrained dark fruit. The palate has a juicy core and a distinctly savoury, saline line, with polished structure and no excess weight. Subtle earth and spice add depth as it opens, leading to a compact, powerful finish. A refined Brunello that balances concentration with freshness and detail.
Domaine Roulot 2022 Meursault
French Wine
Elegant and finely drawn, with white flowers, peach, lemon and green apple over notes of flint, crushed stone and light cream. The palate is medium-bodied and precise, combining citrus and stone fruit with restrained baking spice and a subtle nutty character. Brisk acidity keeps the texture focused, while mineral detail and measured creaminess extend through a long, balanced finish.
Castiglion del Bosco Campo del Drago 2016 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Generous and intense, showing crunchy red fruit, liquorice and fresh pepper leaf, with a darker, slightly savoury edge underneath. The palate is broad and juicy, balancing ripe fruit with firm structure and a sense of lift. Tannins are present but well integrated, and the wine builds steadily rather than feeling heavy. The finish is persistent, carrying spice, dried herbs and red fruit long after each sip.
Henri Giraud Fût de Chêne MV19 Aÿ Grand Cru Champagne
French Wine
Golden in the glass, with a fine persistent bead and aromas of ripe apricot, white blossom and toasted brioche. Argonne oak brings measured notes of vanilla, liquorice and fresh walnut without overwhelming the fruit. The palate is velvety and concentrated, sharpened by precise acidity, while candied lemon and white pepper carry the long, spiced finish. Richly textured Champagne with clarity and drive.
Château Figeac 2009 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
French Wine
Layered and composed, with black cherry, cassis and dark plum opening into violet, graphite, tobacco and a subtle earthy note. The palate is full yet measured, carried by fresh acidity and fine, velvety tannins rather than sheer weight. Coffee, toast and spice emerge with air, while the finish stays mineral, persistent and quietly savoury. A mature Saint-Émilion with depth, perfume and poise.
Vinhos Borges 2018 Meia Encosta Dão
Portuguese Red
Red and ripe fruit lead a generous but precise palate, supported by fine tannins rather than overt weight. Fresh acidity gives the wine lift and keeps the fruit defined through the middle, while a quiet savoury edge adds complexity. The finish is persistent, returning to red fruit with a clean, balanced shape. Pair with roast chicken, grilled pork, chorizo pasta or a simple beef stew.
Domaine de la Grosse Pierre 2023 Fleurie Bel Air
French Red
Peony and wild raspberry rise over pomegranate and redcurrant in a light, perfumed profile. The palate is graceful and lifted, with whisper-fine tannins giving gentle shape rather than weight. A mineral grip gathers toward the finish, joined by pink peppercorn and a final return of fresh red fruit. Serve slightly cool with roast chicken, charcuterie, grilled salmon or mushroom dishes.
Callejuela Manzanilla Origen NV
Spanish Fortified
Lemon peel, white grapefruit and lemon blossom lead a tight, bright profile. Salted almond and a generous wash of sea salt bring savoury depth, while a light herbal-anise note adds lift through the finish. The palate is focused and structural rather than heavy, with freshness carrying the mineral character cleanly. Serve well chilled with olives, almonds, oysters, fried fish or thinly sliced jamón.
Domaine de la Pépière 2018 Monnières-Saint-Fiacre
French White
Rounded citrus and orchard fruit meet a distinctly leesy, mineral core. The palate carries quiet breadth from extended time on the lees, while fresh acidity and a fine saline edge keep the wine precise. Notes of stone and a gentle savoury texture gather through the composed finish. Serve well chilled with oysters, mussels, grilled white fish or roast chicken, where its mineral intensity and measured richness can show clearly.
Kleinood 2017 Tamboerskloof Syrah
South African Red
Cranberry, blackberry and blackcurrant open with plum, violet and jasmine. White pepper and a light dusting of spice add savoury lift without overwhelming the fruit. The palate is elegant and composed, with rounded tannins carrying a fresh line through the middle. A lingering finish returns to dark berries, flowers and gentle pepper. Pair with lamb, venison, grilled beef or tomato-based dishes with warm spices.
Carmen Reserva Frida Kahlo 2024 Cabernet Sauvignon
Chilean Red
Ripe red fruit leads with dark coffee and cocoa, framed by a measured touch of French oak. The palate is velvety and generous, balancing rounded fruit with fresh acidity so the wine retains shape rather than feeling heavy. Fine tannins carry the flavours into a long, composed finish with a quiet chocolate echo. Pair with grilled beef, braised short ribs, mature cheese or a mushroom-based dish.
Laurent Dufouleur 2022 Bourgogne Aligoté
French White
Lime, green apple and lemon lead with a chalky mineral edge and a quiet note of white almond. Fresh acidity runs cleanly through the medium-bodied palate, giving the fruit a taut, tangy shape while the texture remains composed. The finish is dry, precise and gently nutty rather than austere. Serve well chilled as an aperitif, or pair with oysters, grilled white fish, goat cheese or a simple herb omelette.
Lapis Luna 2022 Pinot Noir North Coast
American Red
Ripe red cherry and boysenberry meet purple flowers and a measured touch of spice. The palate is juicy and smooth, with polished texture, gentle tannins and enough freshness to keep the fruit lively through the finish. Its easy composure makes it versatile at the table without feeling simple. Serve slightly cool with roast chicken, grilled salmon, pork tenderloin or a mushroom and herb pasta.
Rocco di Carpeneto 2019 Losna
Italian Red
Black cherry and plum lead a deep, savoury profile, followed by liquorice, tobacco and a dark raisined note edged with cocoa. Dry and medium-to-full bodied, the palate brings firm tannins and energetic acidity to the ripe fruit, keeping the wine structured rather than heavy. Extended maceration and time in older barrels lend depth without obvious sweetness. Pair with braised beef, game, rich pasta or aged hard cheese.