Selection
Selection
Sea Smoke 2017 Southing Pinot Noir
American Red
Black raspberry and baked strawberry lead a ripe, energetic nose, joined by wet stone, cola, cinnamon and mace. The palate is more restrained than the aromas suggest, with vivid acidity cutting through chocolate-coated black cherry and baking spice. Dried oregano and rosemary add a savoury edge through the mid-palate, keeping the fruit focused and the finish fresh.
Oddero 2020 Barolo
Italian Red
Dried red fruit leads with a distinctive herbal note and lively pepper spice. Darker fruit follows on the palate, moving into tar, earth and savoury depth. Firm, youthful tannins give the wine a precise frame, while lifted acidity keeps the profile energetic and carries the finish. Decant before serving with braised beef, roast lamb or mushroom dishes.
Costaripa 2018 Molmenti Valtènesi Rosé
Italian Rosé
Full and generous on the nose, with a rich, substantial palate shaped by both texture and lively acidity. Time in tonneaux adds breadth and quiet structure without making the wine feel heavy. This is a serious, composed rosé with enough presence for food; serve it with smoke and char, salt-crusted fish, saffron risotto or gently spiced dishes.
Delamotte 2018 Blanc de Blancs Champagne
French Wine
Fine, persistent bubbles rise through a pale white-gold colour. Williams pear and citrus lead the nose, opening with air toward hawthorn, fresh hazelnut and gentle sweet spice. The palate begins clean and chalky, with a touch of lemon before expanding into vineyard peach and summer fruit. Roasted hazelnut adds crisp depth, while a smooth, generous texture carries the exceptionally long, poised finish.
Fonseca 2017 Vintage Port
Portuguese Fortified
Dense black and red berries lead the nose, lifted by leafy balsamic detail, cedar and a distinct mineral edge. The palate is intensely concentrated and layered, with plush fruit carried by a velvety texture. Firm tannins and bright, continuous acidity keep the richness composed, while the finish stays long, powerful and persistent. Decant before serving, then pair with blue cheese, walnuts, dried figs or dark chocolate.
Trimbach 2019 Riesling Grand Cru Mandelberg
French Wine
Ripe yellow fruit fills the nose and palate, generous and succulent without losing clarity. The texture is broad and mouth-filling, balanced by enough freshness to carry the ample body. Mineral tension and a firm, finely cut structure keep the fruit precise, while the finish is long and texturally complex. Serve with roasted fish, shellfish, white meats or dishes with gentle spice.
Remoissenet 2017 Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Champs-Gain
French Wine
Ripe orchard fruit leads with peach, apple and a touch of pineapple, framed by white flowers and quiet mineral detail. The palate is medium-bodied, creamy and broad, with integrated oak, toast and almond adding depth. Freshness keeps the generous fruit in balance, and a chalky, lightly spiced note carries the long finish. Serve with roast chicken, lobster or seared scallops.
Remoissenet 2018 Meursault Cuvée Maurice Chevalier
French Wine
Balanced and harmonious, with a delicate profile and a smooth, polished texture. The palate is measured rather than showy, moving with quiet poise and a consistent sense of proportion. Nothing feels exaggerated; the wine remains refined and composed through a long, even finish. Allow a little air before serving, then pair with roast chicken, grilled lobster, scallops or creamy mushroom dishes.
Aalto 2004 PS Ribera del Duero Magnum 1.5 L
Spanish Red
Blackberry and pomegranate lead an intense, expressive profile, joined by dark chocolate, mineral detail and warm spice. The palate is rich and voluptuous yet carries its scale with balance and surprising lightness. Ripe, firm tannins give structure, while liquorice, leather and savoury meat add depth. The texture stays velvety through a long, gently sweet finish. Decant before serving with roast lamb or braised beef.
Racines 2019 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir
American Red
Sweet dried cherry leads a savoury, aromatic profile, joined by mint, tobacco and sage. The palate is ethereal and finely drawn, with fresh acidity and a gentle tannic frame keeping the fruit lifted. Herbal detail and cool mineral tension bring depth without heaviness, while the finish remains persistent and composed. Serve with roast chicken, grilled salmon, mushroom dishes or pork tenderloin with herbs.
Racines 2019 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir
American Red
Red currant, crushed strawberry and rose petal rise over forest floor, subtle spice and flinty minerality. The palate is elegant yet structured, with silky tannins and vibrant acidity carrying sour cherry, blood orange and savoury herbs. Tension and salinity keep the fruit precise, and the finish is long, detailed and composed. Serve with roast duck, wild mushroom risotto or seared tuna with soy and ginger.
Cappellano Barolo Chinato NV
Italian Fortified
Dried plum and rose petal sit beneath layers of sarsaparilla, spearmint, black liquorice, bittersweet chocolate and star anise. The palate is sweet, herbal and gently bitter, with bergamot, quinine and a faint iodine note adding complexity. Richness and bitterness remain in balance, while a cool mint character lifts the long finish. Serve lightly chilled or over one large ice cube after dinner, especially with dark chocolate.
Lingua Franca 2018 Estate Chardonnay
American White
Creamy lemon custard, grapefruit zest and jasmine lead, followed by ripe citrus, crisp apple and a gentle note of peach. The palate is rich and silky without losing freshness, with vibrant acidity and a fine mineral edge bringing precision. Subtle vanilla and light toast add depth, while a faint saline note keeps the finish bright and savoury. Serve with roast chicken, seared scallops or grilled halibut.
Fattoria La Fiorita 2015 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Mid ruby in colour, with floral lift, dark fruit and a touch of black pepper. Generous cherry jam and red currant fill the palate, held in shape by youthful, firm tannins. The fruit remains clear and balanced rather than heavy, with savoury detail emerging as the wine opens. The finish is long, structured and composed. Decant before serving with roast lamb, braised beef, porcini mushrooms or aged pecorino.
S. Leonardo 40-Year-Old Tawny Port
Portuguese Fortified
Mahogany-brown and richly aromatic, with raisin, ripe apricot and walnut at the centre. Caramelized citrus, syrup and a gentle wood-spice note add depth without obscuring the fruit. The palate is sweet and layered, balanced by enough acidity to keep the texture lively and precise. Nutty, dried-fruit flavours linger through the finish. Serve lightly chilled with chocolate desserts, blue cheese or toasted nuts.
Prats & Symington 2012 Chryseia Douro
Portuguese Red
Currant and lifted dark fruit meet dried flowers, tobacco and a cool mineral note. The palate is concentrated yet supple, with fresh acidity giving the wine clarity and energy. Fine-grained tannins provide shape without heaviness, while savoury earth and a faint saline edge add detail through the long, focused finish. Decant before serving with roast lamb, braised beef, grilled mushrooms or firm aged cheese.
Domaine Pierre Gaillard 2017 Côte-Rôtie Esprit de Blonde
French
Ripe red and dark fruit open with warm spice and a gentle toasted note. The palate is dense yet balanced, framed by silky tannins and an aromatic thread of truffle, pepper and savoury earth. Oak is integrated, supporting the fruit rather than covering it, and the finish remains persistent and poised. Decant before serving with venison, roast lamb, beef, mushrooms or dishes built around black olives.
Il Poggione 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli
Italian Red
Intense ruby in the glass, with layered red cherry and plum joined by savoury spice, leather and a quiet tobacco note. The palate is full and concentrated, balancing ripe fruit with bright acidity and firm, polished tannins. Cedar and earthy detail build through the middle, while the finish remains long, structured and composed. Decant before serving with roast beef, braised game, mushroom dishes, truffles or mature hard cheese.
Julien Barge 2016 Côte-Rôtie Côte Blonde
French
Macerated cherry, cassis and damson plum lead a concentrated, savoury profile. Tea, olive and lightly singed wood add depth without overwhelming the fruit. The palate is dense and harmonious, with fully integrated tannins, lively balance and a clear iron-mineral line. Bitter cherry and dark fruit persist through a precise, extended finish. Decant before serving with roast lamb, duck, venison or lentils with herbs.
La Croix de Beaucaillou 2010 Saint-Julien
French Wine
Dark cherry, boysenberry and cassis open with crushed violet, dark plum and a touch of date. The palate is rich and generous, with cigar box, pencil lead, iron and warm spice adding classical Left Bank detail. Firm, integrated tannins give the wine shape, while fresh acidity keeps the finish precise and persistent. Decant before serving with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck or mature cheese.
Dame de Montrose 2018 Saint-Estephe
French Wine
Bright, intense ruby with blueberry, blackcurrant and Morello cherry at the centre. Fig and dried fruit add depth, while integrated oak and delicate spice remain in the background. The palate is opulent yet refined, built around silky tannins and a clear, structured line. Dark fruit carries into a long, powerful finish. Decant and serve with roast beef, lamb, duck or earthy mushroom dishes.
Trediberri 2019 Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata
Italian Red
Lustrous ruby, with pure cherry, kirsch and rose petal lifted by mint, floral perfume and a cool mineral note. The palate is full and expressive without losing finesse, carrying lush cherry fruit over polished, persistent tannins. Aromatic detail builds through the finish, where fruit, spice and freshness remain in balance. Decant before serving with braised beef, venison, truffle dishes, mushroom risotto or aged hard cheese.
Telmo Rodriguez 2017 La Estrada Rioja
Spanish Red
Dark cherry and dried red fruit meet potpourri, leather and a quiet earthy note. The palate is ripe yet fresh, with red and dark fruit framed by dusty tannins, subtle spice and restrained vanilla. A faint rustic character gives the wine texture and individuality, while the finish remains long and composed. Decant before serving with roast lamb, grilled pork, braised beef, mushrooms or aged Manchego.
Cobb 2017 Emmaline Ann Vineyard Pinot Noir
American Red
Perfumed and finely drawn, with bright cranberry, red cherry and a hint of plum framed by rose, lavender and forest floor. The palate is light on its feet yet concentrated, carrying fresh red fruit over subtle spice, dried mushroom and savoury herbal notes. Fine texture and clear acidity give the wine focus, while the finish remains long and nuanced. Serve with duck, roast pork, salmon, lentils or wild mushrooms.
Cesare Bussolo 2019 Barolo Fossati
Italian Red
Rose petal and violet lead into sour cherry, blackberry and dried plum, with tar, tobacco and licorice adding a distinctly savoury dimension. The palate is structured and energetic, shaped by bright acidity and firm, fine-grained tannins. Mineral detail carries through a long, composed finish that balances fruit, earth and spice. Decant before serving with braised beef, osso buco, roast lamb, mushroom risotto or aged hard cheese.
Gallica 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Deep ruby and finely evolved, with red cherry, raspberry and rose petal lifted by dried tobacco and sage. Dark plum, currant and bramble carry the palate, joined by bay leaf and a measured savoury edge. The tannins are integrated yet gently gravelly, giving the wine quiet structure without obscuring its freshness. Decant briefly and serve with roast beef, grilled lamb, braised short ribs or wild mushrooms.
Ken Wright Cellars 2017 Tanager Vineyard Pinot Noir
American Red
Raspberry, cranberry and cherry are sharply defined, with violet, apricot and dusky spice adding lift and detail. The palate opens firm and structured, then softens gradually, revealing layered red fruit, a touch of orange peel and refined tannins. Texture and freshness carry the wine through a composed, persistent finish. Decant briefly and serve with duck, roast pork, salmon, wild mushrooms or earthy lentil dishes.
Lanson Black Label Brut NV
French Wine
Bright straw in the glass, with a lively mousse and fine, persistent bubbles. Apple, pear and citrus lead the aroma, joined by toast, honey, white flowers and a gentle almond note. The palate is creamy yet brisk, balancing broad texture with clean acidity and a dry, lingering finish. Serve well chilled as an aperitif or alongside oysters, smoked salmon, roast poultry or soft-ripened cheese.
Selvapiana 2022 Chianti Rufina Magnum
Italian Red
Fresh red berries and dusky cherry open with citrus peel, hibiscus and a faint smoky-earthy note. The palate is medium-bodied and bright, with crisp acidity, dusty tannins and a fine, energetic shape. Red fruit remains central as loam and gentle wood smoke emerge toward a lingering, savoury finish. Serve with tomato-braised meats, grilled sausages, mushroom pasta or firm Tuscan cheese.
Bibi Graetz 2019 Testamatta
Italian Red
Black cherry and plum lead with violet, candied orange peel, sandalwood and a savoury earthy note. The palate is full yet precise, carrying layered red and dark fruit over polished, velvety tannins. Fresh acidity and a chalky mineral line keep the richness focused, while spice and dried herbs extend the finish. Decant before serving with grilled lamb, mushroom risotto, roast game or aged pecorino.