Selection
Gómez Cruzado 2018 Cerro Las Cuevas Selección Terroir Rioja 750 mL
Ripe blackberry and dark plum lead, followed by warm spice, cool menthol and a distinct mineral note. The palate is full-flavoured and supple, with generous black fruit carried by fresh acidity and finely controlled extraction. A savoury earthiness adds depth through the middle without obscuring the fruit. The finish is long and composed, balancing voluptuous texture with lift, spice and the firm clarity of old-vine Rioja.
Laherte Frères NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature Champagne
Green apple, pear and lemon peel lead into chalk, crushed stone and a subtle smoky note. The palate is bone dry and tightly focused, with fine bubbles, citrus drive and a cool saline edge. Hints of almond, dried mango and preserved ginger add quiet complexity without softening the precise finish. An excellent aperitif, and a natural match for oysters, sashimi, grilled prawns or roast chicken.
Altesino Grappa di Brunello
Fresh fruit and soft floral notes lead with a light touch of vanilla and oak. The palate is balanced and warming, carrying clear grape character through a rounded texture and restrained wood spice. Brief barrique ageing adds polish without masking the spirit’s youthful freshness. The finish is persistent and clean, leaving fruit, vanilla, gentle oak and a faintly sweet, savoury echo.
Adictivo Tequila Plata
Fresh agave opens with green apple and bright citrus, followed by light floral detail and a measured touch of white pepper. The palate is clean and softly rounded, balancing crisp fruit with earthy agave and a gentle mineral edge. Subtle sweetness broadens the middle without obscuring freshness. The finish stays smooth and lively, leaving citrus peel, pepper and a clear vegetal note.
Poplar Grove 2014 Cabernet Franc 10 Year Release 750 mL
Fragrant dark plum and mature cherry lead, with resin, cedar and gentle spice bringing complexity. The palate is soft and resolved, yet still carries its original fruit with clarity. Subtle savoury structure and a polished texture lend an elegant, old-world feel without losing its Okanagan character. Long and composed on the finish, it shows faded smoke and beautifully integrated maturity.
Delamotte NV Brut Champagne
Fresh apple, pear and citrus are layered with brioche and warm bread on a finely yeasty nose. The palate brings freshness and roundness together, with lively bubbles, clean fruit and a subtle creamy breadth. Balanced and elegant through the persistent finish, it is equally suited to an aperitif, shellfish, gougères or roast poultry.
Louis Roederer NV Collection 246 Brut Champagne
Mirabelle plum, nectarine and candied lemon lead with vanilla and a subtle toasted note. Light and delicate, the palate brings peach and pollen through soft, creamy bubbles, savoury depth and dry chalky tension. Fresh, powdery texture stays vibrant through the mid-palate, finishing gracefully with smoke, toast and a clear saline lift.
Domaine des Baumard 2014 Savennières Trie Spéciale
Light gold in colour, with fig, peach, warm spice and almond on the nose. The palate is dry, rounded and powerful, carrying ripe fruit with a broad, polished texture. Chenin's natural freshness and the mineral imprint of schist and sandstone keep the richness composed. Serve as an aperitif or with shellfish, prawns, veal or lightly sweet-savoury sauces.
Albamar 2023 Albariño Rías Baixas Magnum
Fragrant yellow and orange fruit opens with a saline, almond undercurrent, sandy spice and a light leesy note. Electric and precise, the palate carries bright fruit through a taut, maritime profile, finishing clean and savoury. The style is vivid without excess weight. Serve with oysters, ceviche, grilled prawns, sushi or simply prepared white fish.
Champagne Lelarge-Pugeot NV Les Meuniers de Clémence Extra Brut
Philipponnat NV Royale Réserve Brut Champagne
Vine blossom and linden lead with citrus, summer berries, honey and lightly toasted bread. The palate is vinous and full-bodied, combining redcurrant, raspberry and ripe grape with a lively, persistent mousse. Biscuit and freshly baked bread return on the generous, notably long and harmonious finish.
Champagne Telmont NV Réserve Brut
Honeysuckle and fresh pear rise with green apple and a restrained touch of vanilla. Fine bubbles form an elegant mousse, carrying baked orchard fruit, mirabelle plum and gentle spice across a rounded, generous palate. Toasted almond and tropical-fruit notes add depth before a lively mineral finish restores freshness and leaves the wine balanced and precise.
Pierre Paillard NV Les Parcelles Bouzy Grand Cru Extra Brut Champagne
White cherry, wild strawberry and red apple lead into toasted brioche, meringue and fresh dough. The palate is broad yet finely driven, with bright acidity, chalky minerality and a generous core of pure red fruit. Dry and inviting, it closes with clarity and length. Serve with oysters, crab, lobster, fried chicken or a nutty aged cheese.
Douglas Laing Big Peat Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Fresh sea air and sweet malt lead into a distinctly smoky Islay profile. Peat, bonfire ash and tar are balanced by a softer underlying sweetness, with salty beach notes keeping the palate energetic. A medicinal, earthy edge adds depth without obscuring the malt, and the finish is long, phenolic and gently liquorice-toned. Pour neat, add a few drops of water, or pair with charred steak and smoked cheese.
Fernet Hunter BC
Wild blueberry lends a dark, gently fruity note to an otherwise firmly herbal profile. Arnica and orris root bring earthy bitterness, while lavender gives the aroma a lifted floral edge. The palate is layered and aromatic rather than sweet, with the berry character rounding the bitter botanicals without obscuring them. A long, cooling, floral finish follows. Serve over ice, lengthen with soda, or use sparingly to deepen a spirit-forward cocktail.
Maison Audebert et Fils Bourgueil 3 L Box
Black raspberry and red cherry lead a bright, easygoing Cabernet Franc profile, with earthy and chalky notes adding savoury definition. The palate is fresh and fruit-driven rather than heavy, balancing ripe berry flavour with gentle structure and a clean citrus lift on the finish. The generous box format makes it a practical choice for gatherings while preserving the region's lively, food-friendly character. Serve lightly cool with roast poultry, sausages, mushroom dishes or a casual charcuterie board.
Racines 2019 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 750 mL
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.
Trimbach 2019 Riesling Grand Cru Mandelberg 750 mL
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.