Selection
Comte Louis de Lauriston Pomme Prisonnière Calvados
Fresh apple and orchard fruit lead a vivid, aromatic profile. The palate is rounded and warming, with the character of macerated fruit carried clearly through the spirit rather than hidden by oak or sweetness. A gentle savoury note brings balance through the middle. The finish is clean and persistent, leaving baked apple, fruit skin and a measured warmth.
Zacapa 23 Sistema Solera Rum 1 L
Caramel, vanilla and cacao give the nose a soft, generous opening, joined by toasted nuts, banana and dried pineapple. The palate is full-bodied and layered, moving through apricot and dried fruit into savoury oak, nutmeg, coffee and tobacco. Cinnamon and ginger add measured warmth. The finish is long and composed, with honeyed butterscotch, spiced oak and dried fruit lingering together.
Zacapa No. 23 Sistema Solera Rum 750 mL
Dried fruit and apricot lead a generous, full-bodied palate, followed by savoury oak and nutmeg. Leather and tobacco add depth, while coffee and vanilla bring a softer counterpoint. Cinnamon and ginger provide a measured spicy lift without disrupting the rum’s richness. The final impression returns to dried fruit, coffee and savoury oak, with vanilla and spice keeping the full-bodied profile clearly defined.
Veuve Clicquot 2004 La Grande Dame Brut Champagne
Floral and open, with baked pear, brioche and toasted nuts joined by apple, quince and a quiet honeyed note. The palate is creamy yet energetic, its fine mousse carried by bright acidity. Cherry, strawberry and chalk bring freshness and definition through the middle. The finish is balanced and persistent, leaving dried apple, pear, bread dough and a clean mineral trace.
Poplar Grove 2015 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Rich black and blue fruit coat the palate, joined by a restrained layer of soft French oak. The profile is linear and focused, with well-managed tannins giving the ripe fruit shape without roughness. Dark berries and subtle spice linger on the firm, satisfying finish. Decant for an hour and serve with roast beef, lamb shank or a mushroom Wellington.
Poplar Grove 2014 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Black fruit, dried leaves, licorice and sagebrush give the nose a distinctly savoury cast. The palate enters with generous, almost plush fruit, then firms through chewy but well-managed tannins and a quietly bitter edge that adds definition. Balanced and tactile, it finishes with good depth. Decant and serve with ribeye, braised short ribs or grilled portobello mushrooms.
Poplar Grove 2013 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Red and black fruit unfold with licorice, sagebrush and a dry savoury accent. The palate is controlled rather than heavy, with stylish fruit held by measured structure and balanced acidity. A gentle earthy note develops as it opens, leading to a composed finish. Decant briefly and pair with grilled beef, rosemary lamb, roast squash or aged cheddar.
Poplar Grove 2012 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Earthy cassis and red fruit meet leafy herbs and a distinctly savoury edge. Round and soft on entry, the palate is shaped by accommodating chalky tannins and enough freshness to keep the mature fruit composed. The finish is balanced and gently persistent. Decant carefully, then serve with a rare steak, roast lamb, lentils or a mushroom gratin.