Selection
Hunter Laing Kill Devil 9 Year Old Foursquare Barbados Single Cask Rum
Soft caramel and vanilla open with orange peel, lemon zest and a light herbal note. The palate is rounded but lively, bringing toasted coconut, cocoa and toffee into balance with citrus freshness and measured oak. A gentle spice builds through the middle. The finish is clean and warming, leaving caramel, citrus oil, cocoa and a savoury trace of herbs.
Domaine Georges Glantenay 2017 Volnay Premier Cru Les Brouillards
Bright red berries lead with floral lift, cool stone and a quiet earthy note. The palate is energetic and finely structured, combining ripe fruit with firm, polished tannins and a clear mineral line. Richness builds without sacrificing balance or freshness. The finish is persistent and composed, leaving redcurrant, subtle spice and a clean stony impression.
Domaine Georges Glantenay 2018 Volnay Premier Cru Les Brouillards
Cool redcurrant opens with menthol, soft earth and a restrained touch of spice. The palate is suave and rounded, its red fruit carried by fine tannins and a fresh mineral line. The texture is generous without becoming heavy. A saline firmness shapes the finish, leaving red berries, earth, floral detail and a precise savoury edge.
Maison Louis Latour 2017 Pommard Premier Cru Les Epenots 750 mL
Blackcurrant, liquorice and woodland aromas lead a deep, savoury Pinot Noir profile. The palate is ample and rounded, combining dark fruit with measured oak and a return of liquorice through the mid-palate. Firm, persistent tannins provide shape without making the wine feel severe, while earthy undergrowth adds mature Burgundy character. The finish is long, structured and composed. Decant briefly and serve with duck confit, beef bourguignon or mature cheese.
Dame de Montrose 2018 Saint-Estephe 750 mL
Bright, intense ruby with blueberry, blackcurrant and Morello cherry at the centre. Fig and dried fruit add depth, while integrated oak and delicate spice remain in the background. The palate is opulent yet refined, built around silky tannins and a clear, structured line. Dark fruit carries into a long, powerful finish. Decant and serve with roast beef, lamb, duck or earthy mushroom dishes.
Elio Grasso 2012 Barolo Gavarini Chiniera 750 mL
Floral perfume and ripe plum open with cherry, strawberry and darker fruit, followed by smoke, ash, crushed mineral, tobacco and tar. The palate is full and concentrated, yet fresh and agile, with bright acidity sharpening the dense fruit. Firm, finely structured tannins provide a serious frame. The finish is long and energetic, balancing creamy texture, mineral detail, dark fruit and measured spice.
Szent Tamás Pincészet 2013 Mád Furmint 750 mL
Yellow fruit and lemon open with green herbs and a clear mineral edge. Medium-bodied and dry, the palate is shaped by vivid acidity and a clean, energetic line. Ripe fruit brings breadth without heaviness, while citrus, lean green spice and volcanic stoniness add focus and definition. The finish is notably long for the style, lingering on lemon zest, mineral salinity and fresh, precise acidity.
Domaine Gaston & Pierre Ravaut 2013 Aloxe-Corton Premier Cru 750 mL
Red and black fruits lead, with cherry and strawberry named in the producer's profile. The palate is full-bodied and generous, carried by a powerful tannic structure. Hand harvesting, complete destemming and fermentation in stainless steel precede twelve months in French oak, including a small proportion of new barrels. Fruit and tannin remain the central features through the finish.
Old Pulteney 15 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Dried fruit and sun-warmed citrus zest lead a composed aroma, with honey, vanilla and salted dark chocolate adding depth. The palate is rich yet balanced, layering cinnamon, treacle toffee and dark spice over smooth malt. Coastal brine keeps the sweetness focused and extends the flavours. The finish is elegant, warming and persistent. Serve neat or with a few drops of water after dinner.
Pelassa 2012 Barolo DOCG 1.5 L
Garnet red opens with dried flowers, mineral notes and an earthy touch of tar. Rich and balanced, the palate carries mature tannins with a velvety texture and measured intensity. Dark cherry, tobacco and savoury spice develop through the middle, maintaining a classical, austere frame. The finish is persistent and composed, leaving mineral detail, dried rose and firm, polished tannin.
Jacquesson Cuvée No. 746 Extra Brut Champagne 750 mL
Ripe red apple and lemon confit lead, joined by rose water, white flowers and chalk dust. Fine bubbles carry a crisp, energetic palate, while subtle oxidative character adds depth without dulling the fruit. Biscuit, toasted hazelnut and gentle spice emerge through the middle. The finish is dry, precise and persistent, balancing citrus freshness with savoury complexity and a distinctly mineral line.
Château Haut-Sarpe 2015 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 750 mL
Spicy red fruit and ripe red plum sit at the centre, with liquorice adding a darker, savoury thread. The palate is medium-bodied and crisp, shaped by lively acidity and a gently tart, traditional profile. Fine tannins give the fruit a measured frame without heaviness. The finish stays clean and composed, carrying plum, spice and liquorice with restrained persistence.
Louis Roederer 2009 Brut Nature Philippe Starck Champagne
Yellow with light amber glints and exceptionally fine bubbles, opening on honeysuckle, broom, peach and roasted hazelnut. Citrus, spice and chestnut cream add depth to the ample, creamy palate. Saline freshness keeps the texture light and airy, while zesty bitterness, pepper and delicate oak linger through the poised finish.
Giulia Negri 2019 Barolo Serradenari DOCG
Violet and rose aromas lead, with orange peel and forest strawberry adding lift. The palate is medium to full-bodied yet poised, combining fresh red fruit with firm, relaxed structure. Dusty, ripe tannins and bright acidity give the wine shape, carrying floral and citrus detail into a focused, persistent finish.
Sao Joao 1997 Porta Dos Cavaleiros Mg
A mature Portuguese red with dried cherry, leather and stewed fruit, followed by game, earth and gentle spice. The palate is dry and medium-bodied, with settled acidity and elegant tannins supporting its savoury character. The finish is clean and composed rather than forceful, pairing especially well with roast chicken, coq au vin, mushrooms or slow-cooked pork.
Frias Family Vineyard 2015 SMD Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain District
Cassis and blueberry lead with fresh floral notes, graphite and pencil shavings. The palate is medium to full-bodied, layered and richly textured, bringing generous black fruit, baking spice and a savoury touch of aged meat. Tobacco, clove and forest floor deepen the profile, while balanced acidity carries the dense fruit into a long finish.
Paradigm 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville
Juicy blackcurrant leads a powerful, richly inviting profile, with clove and brown sugar adding warm spice. Gravelly texture and a cohesive structure keep the fruit focused, while a supple palate gives the wine generosity without losing shape. Lengthy and composed through the finish, it benefits from air. Serve with roast beef, lamb or deeply browned mushrooms.
Catena Zapata 2020 Malbec Argentino
Blackberry and blueberry lead a dense, richly fruited profile, with savoury earth and gentle spice bringing contrast. The palate is powerful but polished, its ripe fruit carried by firm, fine-grained tannins rather than sheer weight. A fresh line keeps the concentration balanced. The finish is long and seamless, leaving dark berries, mineral depth and a quietly earthy note.
Roca Patrón Añejo Tequila
Vanilla, ripe fruit and warm spice rise first, followed by a lift of fresh citrus. The palate is velvety and composed, with sweet agave depth balanced by light ginger and black pepper. Oak sits quietly behind the fruit rather than dominating it. The finish is smooth and measured, carrying citrus oil, vanilla and a gentle peppery warmth.
Tequila Cascahuin Tahona Blanco
Fresh agave and green herbs open with a clean, savoury lift. The palate is rounded and substantial, showing baked agave, dry minerality and a restrained honeyed sweetness. Citrus and floral notes brighten the middle, while a grassy edge keeps the spirit focused. The finish is long, crisp and mineral, with the agave remaining clear throughout. Serve neat or in a spirit-forward Margarita.