Selection
Code Wines 2023 Chardonnay Okanagan Valley
Pear, apple and guava open with ripe melon and mango. The palate is lively and well balanced, layering Golden Delicious apple, apricot and yellow plum with touches of cinnamon, orange cream and nectarine. Gentle texture meets a clear mineral line, carrying the fruit toward a long, clean and dry finish.
Marichel 2018 Estate Syrah
Smoky dark fruit and violet lead a concentrated nose, with ripe plum, blackberry and a quiet earthy note adding depth. The palate is full-bodied and composed, bringing leather and savoury spice into balance with refined tannins. Dark berry fruit remains clear through the middle, carrying a polished, well-structured finish.
Lunessence 2022 Field White
White summer flowers and citrus blossom lead, followed by crisp green apple and a quiet mineral note. The palate is dry and medium-plus in weight, balancing lively acidity with ripe stone fruit, juicy pear and fresh citrus. A subtle touch of spice shapes the clean finish, keeping the blend bright, precise and food-friendly.
Le Vieux Pin 2023 Syrah Cuvee Violette
Blackberry and red bramble fruit lead with violet, olive and liquorice, followed by cracked pepper and warm spice. The palate is silky and fleshy, balancing ripe fruit with an elegant, graceful shape rather than overt weight. A lifted floral note carries the composed finish. Serve with duck, lamb, lentils or grilled mushrooms.
Le Vieux Pin 2018 Petit Rouge
Medium-deep garnet in colour, with blackberry, cherry and cracked pepper joined by earth, vanilla and warm spice. The palate is medium-bodied and generous, balancing ripe dark fruit with an herbal black-currant note and measured acidity. Supple tannins keep the blend approachable, while pepper and savoury spice carry a smooth, well-shaped finish.
Orofino 2022 Gamay 1.5 L Pouch
Juicy red berries lead a bright, energetic palate with light body, low tannins and a clean line of zippy acidity. The fruit stays pure and immediate, while an unfined and unfiltered approach preserves a gently savoury edge. Fresh enough for a light chill, this pouch is a flexible match for burgers, grilled sausages, roast chicken or vegetable skewers.
Aasha Wines 2017 From Here On In Syrah
Red and blue berries lead, lifted by bright eucalyptus and swirls of spicy tobacco. The palate is fresh and light-bodied but layered, with savoury notes of crisp bacon, cigar box and leather adding depth. Fine acidity keeps the fruit energetic, while a vivid stemmy note draws the wine into a long, distinctive and quietly magnetic finish.
Aasha Wines 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Time
Dark fruit, dried eucalyptus and sweet tobacco shape a poised, savoury nose. The palate is powerful yet polished, with velvety tannins and an earthy note adding depth beneath the fruit. French oak brings measured structure without obscuring freshness. Give it a short decant and serve with grilled steak, braised beef, roast lamb or firm aged cheese.
Tawse 2019 Riesling 250 mL Can
Very pale and expressive, with peach, lime zest and wet stone leading the nose. Pineapple, orange zest and ripe apple broaden the fruit on the palate, while brisk acidity keeps the off-dry style balanced and refreshing. The finish is bright and clean, making the compact can a natural match for spicy noodles, picnic fare, sushi or salty snacks.
Pamplemousse Jus 2023 Léon Millot
Dark cherry and plum lead a juicy, generous nose, with woodsy spice adding depth. The palate is rich and round but still energetic, carrying ripe fruit with a lightly wild, savoury edge. A gentle sparkle keeps the texture lively, while the spicy dark-fruit character lingers through a vibrant finish.
Solvero 2020 Pinot Noir
Dark cherry and ripe raspberry open with earthy depth and a quiet green-tea note. The palate is delicate yet expressive, with fresh acidity and a silky texture carrying the red fruit cleanly. Fine savoury detail builds through an elegant finish, making it a polished match for roast duck, salmon or mushroom risotto.
Martin’s Lane 2020 Simes Vineyard Pinot Noir Mg
Wesbert 2020 Wise Guy Red Blend
Ripe cherry and dried fig open a polished red, with dark chocolate, oak smoke and leather adding quiet savoury depth. The palate is smooth and composed, its generous fruit shaped by measured structure rather than weight. Subtle warmth carries the finish, making it a natural match for grilled lamb, mushroom risotto or mature cheese.
CheckMate 2020 Opening Gambit Merlot Magnum
Black cherry, cassis and blueberry lead, lifted by violets and savoury spice. The palate is rich yet energetic, layering raspberry, blackberry and tart cranberry with dark chocolate, tobacco, clove and black pepper. Fine, polished tannins give the wine firm shape, while lively acidity and a subtle saline note carry the finish.
French Door 2022 Fleur
Rust 2022 Chardonnay
White peach and pale plum lead a textured, quietly complex white, with a delicate caramel note adding warmth. Firm pressing and spontaneous barrel fermentation bring breadth and subtle oxidative detail while the fruit remains clear. Rounded yet balanced, it carries gentle richness through a composed, persistent finish.
Orofino 2022 Pinot Gris 1.5 L Pouch
Honeyed peach and fresh citrus lead a generous, aromatic profile. The palate is dry and layered, with ripe fruit weight, a complex texture and enough acidity to keep the finish composed and refreshing. The portable pouch holds the equivalent of two standard bottles, making it well suited to picnics, beach lunches, charcuterie or simply serving well chilled on a warm evening.