Selection
Ployez-Jacquemart 2010 Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champagne
Apple, pear and fresh-baked bread open with hazelnut, flowers, chalk and restrained buttery oak. Deep and full-bodied, the palate combines Chardonnay creaminess with a precise mineral core and elegant mousse. Roasted notes build through the long, bright finish, which remains focused, vivid and impeccably balanced.
Forty Creek Confederation Oak Special Edition Canadian Whisky
Strawberry, butterscotch and flambéed banana open with honeyed grain and a firm oak presence. The palate is dry and medium-bodied, bringing almond, walnut and a touch of leather around a rounded malt core. Maple sweetness softens the wood without masking it. The finish is crisp and structured, leaving toasted nuts, honey, oak spice and a gently savoury edge.
Catena Zapata 2020 Adrianna Vineyard Fortuna Terrae Malbec 750 mL
Spicy black fruit and delicate flowers lead a highly aromatic nose, with plum, sour cherry, herbs and graphite adding detail. The palate is rounded and smooth yet precise, its ripe fruit supported by moderate acidity, fine grip and a chalky limestone impression. Freshness keeps the concentration poised through a long, mineral finish. Decant before serving with grilled lamb, braised beef or roasted eggplant.
B Cellars 2014 Blend 26 750 mL
Ripe cherry, cedar and cocoa lead, with tobacco and dark spice adding depth. The palate is concentrated and full, built around Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, with substantial fruit and a firm, polished frame. Oak contributes warmth and structure while the savoury notes keep the richness composed. Give it air before serving with grilled steak, braised short ribs, roast mushrooms or firm aged cheese.
Domaine Garnier & Fils 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir Chardonnay 750 mL
Bright citrus and orchard fruit open with a pale floral lift and a clean mineral note. The palate is juicy and concentrated, balancing ripe fruit with firm freshness and a finely textured centre. Subtle savoury detail gives the wine depth without muting its clarity. The finish is long and poised, carrying lemon, pear and stony mineral character with the density and precision expected from Grand Cru Chablis.
Vouette et Sorbée NV Blanc d’Argile Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Mineral and expansive, opening with lemon, nougat and a subtle honeyed note over cool wet-clay and cold-earth tones. The palate is bone-dry and finely textured, with bright citrus, quiet savoury depth and a distinctly salty line. Crisp acidity carries the wine through a long, mouth-watering finish that feels vinous, precise and deeply composed.
Clos Saint Jean 2018 La Combe des Fous Châteauneuf-du-Pape 750 mL
Blackcurrant, black cherry and pomegranate lead a deep, expressive nose, joined by lavender, peppery garrigue, graphite and a touch of rose. The palate is full-bodied and richly layered, yet seamless tannins and fresh energy keep the wine from feeling heavy. Liquorice, tobacco and subtle white chocolate add savoury depth before a plush, velvety finish. Decant generously and serve with lamb shoulder, grilled beef or Provençal herbs and mushrooms.
Ashes & Diamonds 2015 Grand Vin No. 2 A&D Vineyard Oak Knoll Red Blend 750 mL
Fresh red and blue fruit lead with measured spice and herbal tones. The palate favours finesse over weight, combining supple berry fruit with bright acidity and a poised, elegant texture. Subtle savoury depth emerges through the middle while fine tannins keep the blend composed. The finish is persistent and balanced, returning to red fruit, herbs and restrained oak detail.
de Venoge Princes Blanc de Blancs NV Champagne
White flowers, lemon and crisp apple lead, joined by white fruit, vanilla and a quiet biscuit note. The palate is fresh and finely balanced, with smooth bubbles, bright acidity and a creamy, gently buttery texture. Lime and orange zest sharpen the finish, while a clear mineral line keeps the richness poised and elegant.
Château de Sales 2009 Pomerol
Chocolate and cracked pepper lead the nose, followed by ripe red fruit and a discreet oak note. The palate opens with fresh energy, then settles into a structured, medium-bodied frame of fine tannins. Red cherry, coffee and dark chocolate add mature complexity, carrying the wine into a powerful, persistent and quietly seductive finish.
Château Godeau 2009 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
Roasted black cherry, ripe plum and black raspberry lead, layered with liquorice, chocolate, sweet earth and light cedar. The palate is full and fleshy, with dark fruit carried by polished, silky tannins and fresh acidity. Savoury depth keeps the richness composed through a long, elegant and persistent finish.
Château de Beaucastel 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge
Ripe red cherry and black cherry open with cassis, liquorice and layered exotic spice. Full-bodied and richly textured, the palate carries generous fruit without feeling heavy, supported by powerful but measured tannins. Earthy herbs and a cola-like savoury note emerge toward the long, warming finish. Decant for lamb, beef or game.
Dow’s 2016 Vintage Port
Black cherry and cassis form a deep, concentrated core, lifted by clove, violet and blood orange. Smoke, tobacco, fig and molasses add savoury complexity as the wine opens. Firm, fine tannins and a bright line of acidity keep the full palate focused and fresh, carrying the dark fruit into a long, driven finish. Best decanted and served with blue cheese.
Smith Woodhouse 1985 Vintage Port
Violet, black cherry and dark chocolate lead a rich, mature bouquet, with Christmas spice and a light leathery note adding detail. The palate is full and intense, bringing raspberry, cassis and caramelized sugar over round, fine-grained tannins. Firm grip keeps the sweetness balanced through a long, spicy finish. Decant carefully and serve with blue cheese or dark chocolate.
Remoissenet Père et Fils 2019 Volnay 1Er Cru
Bright ruby Pinot Noir with violet, cherry and gooseberry, developing spice, cooked prune and savoury game notes with age. The palate opens fresh and fruit-driven, then builds toward a warm, velvety finish with graceful aromatic intensity. An expressive Burgundy for roast poultry, braised game, couscous, tagine or characterful cheese.
Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta 2019 Brunello di Montalcino
Morello cherry and plum open with floral lift, chocolate and sandalwood. The palate is full but polished, with soft, refined tannins and mouthwatering acidity keeping the ripe fruit in balance. Savoury notes of salty liquorice shape the long finish, giving the wine both richness and precision. Decanting will let its layered perfume and structure unfold.
Paolo Scavino 2015 Bric del Fiasc Barolo DOCG
Woodland berries, wild herbs and rose lead, with eucalyptus and roasted coffee adding savoury depth. The palate is linear and full-bodied, bringing dried cherry, liquorice and a distinctly salty mineral note into focus. Firm, close-grained tannins carry the wine toward a tight, dry and concentrated finish.
Silver Oak 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley
Chocolate and graphite lead, with cassis and blackberry adding a quieter dark-fruit core. The palate is smooth and composed, layering blackcurrant, raspberry and orange zest with nuanced vanilla, cocoa and a gentle savoury edge. Fine tannins keep the Cabernet measured as the fruit and oak detail settle into a lingering finish.
Champagne Jacquesson NV Cuvée 739 Extra Brut
Ripe white fruit, green apple and lemon open with bread, beeswax and gentle spice. The palate is fresh and clean, its sharp acidity balanced by a creamy texture and fine, persistent mousse. Brioche, nuttiness and a subtle oxidative note add complexity before the long, elegant and quietly toasty finish.