Selection
Pierre Gimonnet & Fils 2015 Special Club Champagne
Juicy citrus and tart green apple frame a cool, lean palate built around chalk and saline minerality. The mousse is fine and energetic, while delicate floral notes give the wine lift without softening its serious, tightly drawn structure. The finish is long, dry and precise. Excellent with oysters, sole meuniere, aged Comte or a simple roast chicken.
Don Fulano Reposado Tequila
Cooked agave and herbal sweetness lead into mature fruit compote, dark chocolate and warm spice. The palate is rounded and expressive, with oak adding shape while the agave remains clear at the centre. Ripe fruit and cocoa deepen through the middle without becoming heavy. The finish is long and balanced, leaving sweet agave, baking spice, chocolate and a gently savoury herbal note.
St. Supéry 2019 Napa Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Blackcurrant, blackberry and dark plum lead a concentrated nose, joined by boysenberry, anise, toasted oak and a light graphite note. The palate is full-bodied and opulent yet fresh, with polished, fine-grained tannins carrying the dark fruit through cocoa, vanilla and subtle earthy tones. A savoury tobacco edge adds complexity before a long, composed finish. Decant before serving with roast beef, lamb shoulder or grilled portobello mushrooms.
Laurent Ponsot 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Cuvée de l’Aulne 750 mL
Strawberry and raspberry lead a lightly floral nose, with darker currant, soft earth, cedar and a whisper of wild herbs underneath. The palate is sleek and medium-bodied, combining fresh red fruit with savoury spice and a clear mineral line. Fine volume builds through the middle before a firmer, gently rustic finish brings shape and length. Give it time in a decanter and serve with duck, roast chicken or mushroom dishes.
Domaine Rapet Père et Fils 2017 Corton Grand Cru 750 mL
Cassis and wild berries lead into forest floor and a fine thread of wood smoke. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with dense fruit held by firm, chewy tannins and a savoury mineral undertone. Power is matched by depth rather than excess, and the structure remains clear from the first sip through the finish. Long and expansive, it will reward a generous decant and substantial food.
Château Malescot St-Exupéry 2015 Margaux 750 mL
Steeped plum, fig and blackberry open with lilac, oyster-shell minerality and finely integrated oak. The palate is rich and composed, its dark fruit framed by mocha, vanilla and a discreet savoury edge. Velvety tannins carry the wine with power but preserve Margaux's floral refinement. The finish is long and harmonious, lingering on black fruit, violet, warm spice and mineral detail.
Château Haut-Batailley 2016 Pauillac 750 mL
Blackcurrant, blueberry and blackberry open with violet, pressed iris and a light peppery note. The palate is tightly framed yet approachable, combining dark fruit with fine, slightly chalky tannins and bright linear acidity. Fresh marzipan and subtle spice add depth as the structure begins to soften. The finish is smooth and persistent, carrying floral lift, ripe fruit and polished Pauillac restraint.
Domaine Xavier Gérard 2022 Côte-Rôtie 750 mL
Licorice root and brambly blackberry lead the exact-vintage record, followed by crunchy blueberry and dark plum. Savoury old oak, cracked pepper and a touch of game add further detail. The finish is described as long, savoury and grippy, with those same dark-fruited, spicy and meaty elements continuing through an intensely flavoured aftertaste. Dark fruit, spice and game remain central throughout.
Ramos Pinto NV 30 Year Old Tawny Port
Amber with orange, garnet and subtle green highlights, opening on dried fruit, vanilla, cinnamon and cocoa. Fresh, fine and delicate on entry, the palate layers ripe dried fruit with almond and hazelnut. Graceful vanilla, warm spice and measured sweetness extend through the long, balanced and lingering finish.
Jean-Philippe Fichet 2020 Meursault Chardonnay 750 mL
Greengage leads a restrained profile with fresh citrus and a lightly savoury edge. The palate is precise and intense, its clean fruit carried by a focused, linear texture. Gentle lees detail and restrained oak bring depth without overt heaviness. The finish is composed and persistent, returning to green fruit, citrus and fine mineral notes with the clarity and tension that define a carefully handled Meursault.
Fleury Cepages Blanc 2011/12 Extra Brut
Lifted aromas of citrus peel, white flowers, green apple, and crushed chalk, with a delicate hint of toasted almond from time on lees. The palate is taut and mineral-driven, its Extra Brut dosage sharpening the focus. Bright acidity cuts through notes of lemon, pear, and subtle brioche. Linear and precise through the finish, leaving a clean, saline impression with notable persistence.
Keever Vineyards 2012 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Blackberry and black cherry lead an elegant bouquet, joined by floral lift, vanilla and mocha as it opens. The palate is soft yet densely flavoured, with darker fruit carrying into a smooth finish. Fine, well-integrated tannins provide length without domination, making this a composed match for roast beef or lamb.
Taittinger NV Prélude Grands Crus
Pale yellow with silver highlights and a fine, persistent mousse. Fresh mineral notes lead into elderflower and a measured cinnamon accent, while lively citrus brings precision to the palate. White peach adds roundness and a silky texture through the middle, carrying the wine into a rich, lingering finish that balances finesse, energy and aromatic depth.
Delamain Pale & Dry XO Cognac
Vanilla, apricot and passion fruit rise first, followed by orange zest and a gentle almond note. The palate is finely textured and bright, with ripe fruit balanced by measured oak and warming spice. Ginger gives the middle a clean lift while citrus oil keeps the richness precise. The finish is persistent and composed, carrying candied orange, almond, vanilla and quiet spice.
Pierrick Bouley 2018 Volnay 1er Cru Santenots
Deeply coloured, with lifted high tones and striking aromatic intensity. The palate is broad and structured, its fine-grained tannins adding shape with almost no dryness. Layered, mobile fruit brings energy and dimension, while a slightly cushioned texture softens the wine's fresh lines. Powerful yet poised, with an excellent, persistent finish.
Cordero di Montezemolo 2019 Barolo Bricco Gattera
Dark cherry and plum lead a rich, concentrated nose, joined by spice, soft tobacco and a touch of candied licorice. The palate is full-bodied and firmly shaped, with generous fruit carried by structured tannins into a long, savoury finish. Decant and serve with braised beef, roast lamb or aged cheese.
Dana Estates 2015 VASO Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Redcurrant and plum lead with sage, loam, tobacco box and warm spice. The palate opens on Bing cherry and dried herbs, then broadens through supple hillside tannins and a structured mid-palate. Ripe strawberry, forest floor and light mineral detail linger, giving the rich fruit a composed, savoury and persistent finish.
Dhondt-Grellet NV Roc Solare Assemblage Extra Brut Champagne
Fresh lemon, golden apple and pear lead into white flowers, honeysuckle and a subtle flinty, smoky note. The palate is generous yet linear, with creamy texture, ripe stone fruit and hazelnut held in check by chalky tension and saline precision. The very dry finish is long and focused, making this a fine match for oysters, scallops, tempura or aged Comté.