Selection
Champagne Charpentier 2016 Millésime ACT’
Fine bubbles and an expressive nose of toast, red apple and perfumed flowers lead into a creamy, meringue-like palate. Ripe fruit gives breadth, while bright acidity and mineral freshness keep the shape precise. A touch of citrus and subtle spice carries the balanced finish. Serve with shellfish, roast poultry or aged cheese.
Zenato 2018 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Intense garnet colour introduces black cherry, brandied marasca cherry, dried fig and plum, with cocoa and sweet spice adding depth. The palate is lush and velvety, its generous sweetness balanced by freshness and soft tannins. Dark fruit and spice remain poised through the long finish. Pair with blue cheese, panettone or dark chocolate.
Mimurosugi Junmai Daiginjo Yamadanishiki 720 mL
Apple, pear and lemon aromas lead into a round, silky palate with bright acidity and measured rice umami. The fruit remains precise rather than sweet, and the texture carries smoothly toward a long, dry finish. Refined but not delicate to the point of fragility, it works naturally at the table. Serve slightly chilled with sashimi, grilled white fish, shellfish, tempura or lightly seasoned poultry.
Tatenokawa 33 Junmai Daiginjo
Gentle but expressive ripe-fruit aromas open toward apple, white peach and honeydew. The palate is silky and graceful, combining pure fruit with a fine thread of rice sweetness and a clear, savoury umami core. Subtle herbal notes add definition without interrupting the smooth texture. The finish is long, polished and quietly persistent. Serve slightly chilled with sashimi, crab, scallops, grilled white fish or delicate vegetable dishes.
Benromach 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Ripe forest fruit and creamy malt lead the aroma, joined by a measured curl of smoke. The palate keeps the fruit and malt in balance, while maturation in sherry and bourbon casks brings depth through the middle without making the whisky feel heavy. The smoky element stays restrained. The finish is warming and composed, returning to forest fruit, creamy malt and quiet smoke.
Remoissenet Père et Fils 2019 Pernand-Vergelesses
Pale-gold Chardonnay opening with white flowers and acacia, followed by touches of honey, amber and gentle spice as it develops. The palate is mineral, harmonious and lively, balancing freshness with an easy, polished texture. A versatile white Burgundy for sushi, freshwater fish, seafood risotto, alpine cheeses or fresh goat cheese.
Nicolas Feuillatte NV Brut Réserve Champagne
Clement Lavallee 2022 Chablis Les Ardill
An energetic Chablis from old-vine clay-limestone soils, with a taut mineral profile and measured weight. Ageing partly in seasoned barrels and partly in stainless steel on the lees gives the palate texture without obscuring its freshness. Vibrant and focused through the finish, it pairs naturally with oysters, grilled fish, roast chicken or creamy shellfish dishes.
Karamolegos 2023 Koloura
A mineral Greek white led by stone fruit, citrus, white flowers and dried herbs. The palate is firm and fresh, with Assyrtiko’s bright acidity carrying the fruit into a saline, persistent finish. Structured enough for the table but still refreshing, it is especially good with grilled octopus, shellfish, feta, lemon-dressed vegetables or herb-forward dishes.
Fleury Blanc de Noirs Brut NV Champagne
Black cherry and kirsch meet chalk, mint and a twist of white pepper. Delicate yet richly fruited, the dry palate has a fine mousse and an elegant slate-like mineral line. It finishes clean and mouthwatering, with enough structure for food. Serve with oysters, charcuterie, mushroom tart or simply well chilled before dinner.
Michele Reverdito 2016 Barolo Castagni
A youthful Barolo with dark Morello cherry, forest fruit, sweet spice and leather. The palate is savoury and smoky, with firm but rounded tannins framing the fruit and carrying it into a harmonious finish. Give it generous air, then serve with braised beef, roast lamb, truffle dishes or aged hard cheese; further cellaring should bring added softness.
Serge Mathieu NV Brut Rosé
Fresh and full-bodied, with strawberry, pomegranate and darker berry notes carried by a firm, fine mousse. The palate is crisp and savoury, balancing red-fruit richness with lively acidity and a clean, energetic structure. Tiny bubbles keep the texture precise, while a gentle toast note adds breadth to the finish. Serve with charcuterie, grilled salmon or mushroom tart.
Shelter Point Ripple Rock Single Malt Whisky
Vanilla and seasoned oak lead the aroma, followed by caramel, raisin and a restrained savoury smoke. The palate is broad and warmly spiced, with pepper and clove bringing structure around sweet malt and toasted wood. Toffee and dark chocolate soften the edges without obscuring the whisky’s coastal character. The finish is measured and persistent, carrying cocoa, oak and a gentle saline lift.
Piper-Heidsieck NV Rosé Sauvage Brut Champagne
Blood orange, wild strawberry and cranberry lead a vivid, fruit-forward nose, with black cherry and a quiet layer of toasted brioche underneath. The palate is generous but brisk, combining ripe red fruit with grapefruit lift and fine, lively bubbles. Rich in flavour without feeling heavy, it finishes fresh and tangy. Serve with salmon, duck, charcuterie or a berry-accented dessert.
Chateau Latour-Martillac 2015 Pessac-Leognan
Deep ruby with an expressive mix of raspberry, red cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry, shaped by a restrained note of cedar and toast. The palate is generous yet cleanly structured, balancing ripe fruit with fresh acidity and polished tannins. Savoury oak and dark berries linger on the composed finish. Decant briefly and pair with roast duck or grilled beef.
Famille Joly 2016 Les Vieux Clos Savennières
Taylor Fladgate 2009 Vintage Port 375 mL
Inky black with a purple rim, opening on concentrated woodland fruit, raspberry and plum. Citrus blossom, mint and lavender lift the dense core, while a mineral edge adds definition. The palate is powerful and richly fruited, supported by thick, sinewy tannins that draw the wine into a long, tightly structured finish. Decant carefully before serving with blue cheese.
Tahbilk 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
A mature Cabernet Sauvignon of remarkable freshness and structure, led by mulberry, dark berries and a cool thread of mint. Coffee, cedar, dark chocolate and polished French oak add savoury depth without overwhelming the fruit. The palate remains rich and firmly shaped, with dry, persistent tannins carrying the wine through a long finish. Decant carefully and pair with roast beef or aged hard cheese.
Bocale 2015 Ennio Montefalco Sagrantino
Cassis, mocha and cedar lead the nose with an assertive, dark-fruited character. The concentrated palate brings dried black cherry, cocoa and vanilla into focus, supported by tightly knit tannins and a broad, powerful frame. A warming note carries through the finish, giving this structured red a bold, cellar-worthy profile.