Selection
CheckMate Artisanal Winery 2022 Fool’s Mate Chardonnay 750 mL
Subtle orchard fruit leads with pear, apricot and quince, followed by lemon, lime zest and a clear mineral edge. The palate opens creamy, then tightens around fresh acidity and crunchy fruit. Almond and freshly baked bread bring measured richness without obscuring the citrus line. Textural and composed through the middle, it finishes long and persistent with a precise balance of fruit, freshness and restrained oak.
Champagne Fleury Brut Rose Saignee
A vinous rosé Champagne with fresh strawberry, red currant and a quiet woodland savouriness. Pinot Noir gives the palate depth without heaviness, while fine bubbles and bright acidity keep the wine precise and energetic. The dry, lightly structured finish makes it a polished choice for salmon, duck, charcuterie or other dishes that welcome both freshness and gentle red-fruit character.
Nardini Grappa Riserva
Warm oak and subtle sweetness lead a smooth, rounded aroma, followed by dried fruit, vanilla and a gentle toasted note. The palate is elegant and softly textured, with wood ageing adding spice and quiet complexity while the grape spirit remains clear and lively. A measured warmth builds through the middle. The finish is clean and persistent, carrying sweet spice, polished oak and a faint nutty echo.
The Glendronach 10 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Sweet orange and bramble fruit open with chocolate, nutmeg and raisin. The palate is rich but measured, carrying red-berry compote and mandarin through creamy vanilla and milk chocolate. Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso cask influence gives the malt its rounded fruit and polished spice. The finish is long and warming, leaving sultana, toasted oak, dark fruit and a gentle resinous note.
Domaine Mouton Père et Fils 2015 Côte-Rôtie Maison Rouge
Quarles Harris 2000 Vintage Port
Black cherry, damson and cassis lead with violet, dark chocolate and liquorice. Full-bodied and polished, the palate carries concentrated dark fruit over firm, velvety tannins, while fresh acidity keeps the sweetness in balance. Warm spice and a subtle eucalyptus lift frame the long, warming finish, where plum and savoury depth linger.
Billaud-Simon 2021 Chablis Premier Cru Vaillons
White peach and delicate white flowers form a focused, finely drawn nose. The palate is vibrant and energetic, with bright citrus acidity and a cool mineral line giving the fruit clarity. Leaner than opulent, it gains measured texture through the middle and closes with a brisk, precise finish that suits oysters, grilled fish or simply prepared shellfish.
Tenute Silvio Nardi 2019 Brunello di Montalcino
Black cherry and cassis lead a layered, savoury profile, joined by dried herbs, underbrush and toasted almond. The palate is composed and firmly balanced, with velvety tannins carrying the dark fruit into a persistent finish. Generous without excess, it is well suited to braised lamb, roast pork or aged pecorino.
Summerhill Pyramid Winery 2000 Cipes Ariel
Fresh apple and ripe pear meet creamy lemon custard, warm brioche and candied orange, with dried apricot and ginger adding mature complexity. Rich and full-bodied, the palate remains vibrant, its fine mousse and integrated acidity giving the developed fruit welcome lift. The finish is long, layered and savoury, balancing age with remarkable freshness.
Sohomare Kimoto Junmai Daiginjo Sake
Herbal notes, clove and orange peel lead into stone fruit and a subtle earthy savouriness. The palate is silky and layered, balancing honeyed richness with roasted nuts, clean acidity and a measured thread of umami. Traditional kimoto brewing gives the texture depth without making it heavy. The finish is composed and persistent, leaving citrus, cream, mushroom and a gently dry, food-friendly close.
Yangarra Estate Vineyard 2019 Ovitelli Grenache
Red berries and dried cranberry open with rose petals, dried orange peel and warm terracotta. The palate is delicate yet savoury, carrying pure fruit through fine-grained tannins and a long, energetic line. Extended skin contact in ceramic eggs builds texture without adding oak sweetness. The finish is dry and persistent, leaving red fruit, floral lift, earth and a gently bitter, mineral edge.
CheckMate 2019 Attack Chardonnay
Seaside air, flint and citrus blossom frame white peach and a subtle smoky note. The palate is creamy yet precise, layering juicy peach, Asian pear, nectarine and mandarin over measured acidity. Integrated oak adds shape without weight, while mineral salinity, gentle spice and a touch of honey draw out a long, clean and refreshing finish.
Cantera Negra Reposado Tequila
Roasted agave leads with orange zest, vanilla and polished oak. The palate is smooth and rounded, layering caramel, toffee and warm spice over a clear agave core. Time in former Cognac and bourbon barrels brings richness without burying the spirit’s freshness. The finish is medium and warming, leaving cinnamon, citrus, roasted nuts and a gentle peppery note. Serve neat or in a spirit-forward cocktail.
Tomatin 12 Year Old French Oak Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Malty biscuit, vanilla and coconut open with red fruit, white peach and roasted cashew. The palate is delicate and sweet, layering fruitcake, marzipan and butterscotch over clove and gentle oak spice. French-oak finishing gives the malt extra warmth without overwhelming its fruit. The finish is fresh and composed, leaving baked apple, cream, pie crust and a quiet peppery note.
Tourterelles 2022 Vire-Clesse Mg
A generous large-format white Burgundy with ripe pear, white peach, lemon curd and acacia blossom. Hazelnut and wet-stone notes add detail, while the supple palate balances rounded orchard fruit with fresh mineral lift and a touch of creaminess. Elegant and approachable through the finish, it is well suited to roast chicken, creamy seafood or buttery vegetable dishes.
Glantenay 2021 Volnay
A delicate Volnay with bright ruby colour and aromas of violet, redcurrant and cherry. The palate is concentrated yet nuanced, allowing the fruit and floral character to stay clear while subtle savoury complexity begins to emerge. With time it can develop notes of spice, game and cooked plum; serve with duck, roast poultry, mushrooms or salmon.
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Dark caramel and toasted oak lead with hazelnut, apple and a trace of vanilla. The palate is rich and rounded, bringing dried cherry, chocolate and baking spice into balance with sweet oak and firm structure. A second deeply toasted barrel adds depth without making the spirit heavy. The finish is long and warming, leaving caramel, cocoa, spice and a dry echo of char.
Benriach The Twelve 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Three-cask maturation brings together baked orchard fruit, sultana and cocoa over a smooth, honeyed malt core. Sherry casks add dried-fruit richness, bourbon barrels contribute vanilla and rounded oak, and port casks deepen the fruit without making the palate heavy. Gentle spice builds toward a long, balanced finish with lingering raisin and dark chocolate notes. Enjoy neat, with a few drops of water, or beside nutty hard cheese.
Chartreuse Yellow
Fresh herbal aromas lead with citrus, anise and warm turmeric-like spice. The palate is soft and rounded, balancing measured sweetness with floral notes and a gently bitter botanical edge. It is aromatic and layered without the force of a more intensely vegetal herbal liqueur, allowing the citrus and spice to remain clear through the finish. Serve well chilled, over ice or in a restrained spirit-forward cocktail.
Glenglassaugh Revival Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Sweet caramel and toffee lead the aroma, joined by milk chocolate, honey and nutty depth. The palate is rounded and creamy, layering ripe plum, cherry and orange with walnut, dark chocolate and gently spiced oak. A restrained sherry-like richness carries through the finish, where caramel and mulled-wine spice linger without overwhelming the fruit. Serve neat or with a small splash of water.