Selection
Clos Cibonne 2022/23 Cuvee Caroline Rose
A distinctive, age-worthy rosé with complex aromatics of dried flowers, ripe peach, and red berry layered with spice, honey, and a pronounced saline lift. The palate is textured and medium- to full-bodied for rosé, showing savoury depth, subtle oak influence, and a beautifully balanced core of orchard fruit, citrus, and mineral nuance. Long and quietly powerful on the finish, with a faint vanilla note and coastal freshness that underscores its serious, gastronomic style.
M. Chapoutier Marc Vieux
An intense golden colour introduces a warm, fruit-led aroma with spice, undergrowth and polished oak. The palate begins fiery, then settles into a softer, rounded texture as dried fruit and savoury wood emerge. Long ageing in fine-grained French oak brings quiet smoke and earthy depth without overwhelming the spirit’s fruit. The finish is persistent and warming, carrying spice, forest floor and mellow oak.
Moulin Touchais Coteaux du Layon 1998
Brilliant gold in the glass, with rich apricot, baked apple and dried fruit joined by honeyed spice and a subtle botrytised complexity. The palate is luscious yet disciplined, balancing mature sweetness with a bright seam of acidity and gently savoury depth. Long and poised on the finish, it is excellent with blue cheese, tarte tatin or fruit-based desserts.
Podere San Cristoforo 2020 Ameri Toscana IGT
Deeply coloured and expressive, with blackberry compote, ripe plum and dark cherry layered with violet, rose, mocha, clove and licorice. The palate is concentrated and racy, supported by firm, chewy tannins and a fresh line of acidity. Herbal and resinous notes bring lift to the rich fruit, leading to a bold, persistent finish.
Hammeken Cellars 2013 Tosalet Vinyes Velles Priorat
Cranberry, red cherry and blackberry lead a concentrated aroma, joined by tobacco, cocoa and eucalyptus. The palate is full and structured, with firm, ripe tannins giving shape to the dark fruit. Slate and cracked pepper add a savoury mineral edge, while liquorice brings depth through the middle. The finish is long and warming, carrying fruit, spice and cocoa in a composed, persistent line.
Luís Seabra 2020 Xisto Cru Tinto
Dark ruby, with ripe cherry, raspberry and wild strawberry framed by violet, green herbs and a thread of smoke. Lively acidity cuts through the red-fruited core, giving the palate energy and precision. Forest floor and black pepper add savoury detail, while flinty, wet-stone minerality carries the finely structured finish.
St. Francis 2016 Old Vines Zinfandel Sonoma County
Red raspberry, wild blackberry and cranberry bring freshness to a ripe, generous fruit profile. Anise, cinnamon and toasted oak add warmth without overwhelming the fruit, while velvet tannins give the palate a smooth, rounded shape. Medium-bodied and balanced, the Zinfandel carries its spice through a long, supple finish.
Cakebread Cellars 2020 Napa Valley Chardonnay
Perrier-Jouët NV Grand Brut Champagne
Palmer & Co NV Brut Réserve Champagne
Citrus, pear and apricot lead with white flowers, clementine and fresh peach. The palate is succulent yet focused, with a creamy mousse and unfettered freshness carrying orchard fruit through the centre. Hazelnut, toasted almond and buttery brioche lend measured richness to the clean, balanced finish.
Christophe Mignon Ratafia Champenois Meunier
Honeyed and softly rounded, with apricot and ripe melon set against a subtle stony, earthy note. The palate is generous without becoming heavy, carrying natural fruit sweetness through a smooth, warming texture. A savoury edge brings balance to the finish. Serve lightly chilled in a small pour with pâté, blue cheese or fruit tart.
Banhez Espadín & Barril Ensamble Mezcal
Floral and gently fruity aromas lead into pineapple, banana and ripe agave. The palate is approachable but not simple, with baked agave, lime peel and soft tropical fruit held by a lightly smoky, mineral frame. Cinnamon and black pepper add quiet spice, while a faint nutty note brings depth. The finish is clean and balanced, leaving fruit, smoke and warm agave in equal measure.
Shichihonyari Junmai Daiginjo Wataribune No. 6
Restrained aromatics give way to a deep, broad palate with real power and composure. Melon and anise bring measured fruit and spice, while savoury rice umami anchors the centre. Balanced acidity gives the texture lift, and a mineral note draws the finish into a clean, focused line. Serve well chilled with sashimi, grilled trout, steamed shellfish, roast poultry or delicate mushroom dishes.
René Geoffroy Ratafia Rouge
Amber with a reddish glint, opening on ripe red fruit, Morello cherry stones and warm spice. The palate is rich and rounded, with gentle sweetness balanced by fresh acidity and a lightly vinous, harmonious finish. Serve lightly chilled as an aperitif, or alongside blue cheese, crème brûlée, vanilla ice cream or dark chocolate with cherries; the combination of fruit, softness and freshness keeps it poised rather than heavy.
Umani Ronchi 2013 Pelago Marche IGT 750 mL
Deep ruby colour introduces coffee, black pepper, liquorice and tobacco, followed by ripe berries and vanilla. The palate is fruit-rich yet structured, with mineral detail adding lift beneath the darker flavours. Firm tannins give the wine shape and measured grip, while extended time in barrique and bottle brings integration. It finishes savoury and persistent, leaving berries, spice, tobacco and a cool mineral impression.
Compass Box The Story of the Spaniard Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Citrus peel and pear open with red-wine fruit and warm spice. The palate is full, soft and rounded, shaped by Spanish wine-cask richness without losing the malt’s clarity. Berries and cherries bring a bright, juicy middle, while vanilla adds a smooth, creamy note. The finish is long and gently warming, returning to fruit, baking spice and a subtle dessert-like softness.
Château Le Puy 2020 Émilien
Dark cherry, blackcurrant and plum meet cedar, earth and a quiet trace of mushroom. The palate is savoury and finely structured, with silky tannins framing bright red fruit, roasted almond and subtle spice. Freshness and mineral detail hold the supple texture in balance through a long, understated and complex finish.
Domaine Georges Vernay 2017 Terres d’Encre Saint-Joseph
Dark cherry, damson plum and blackberry meet violet, white pepper and a light smoky note. The palate is silky and medium-bodied, with pure fruit carried by vibrant acidity and soft, discreet tannins. Sanguine minerality and a savoury olive edge lead into a persistent, focused and quietly spicy finish.
Elodie Roy 2020 Maranges Le Goty
Perfumed and floral, with darker cherry fruit and a discreet oak note. The palate has real flavour authority, combining freshness and concentration with fine energy and a graceful, sculpted shape. Tannins are present but smooth-grained, carrying the wine to a savoury, gently dry finish with excellent focus and length.