Selection
Domaine Pierre Usseglio & Fils Cuvée de Mon Aïeul 2012 Châteauneuf-du-Pape 750 mL
Lush red fruit and bramble open with black pepper, garrigue and warm spice. With air, plum, black cherry, leather and sandalwood broaden the aromatic profile. The palate is full-bodied and velvety, with integrated tannins and enough acidity to keep the ripe fruit measured. Liquorice and roasted herbs add savoury depth, while a saline edge brings focus. The finish is long and layered, carrying cherry, spice and Provençal herbs.
Il Marroneto 2019 Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Bright cherry, redcurrant and orange zest lead a highly perfumed bouquet, with rose petals, violet and lilac adding graceful lift. Cedar, clove and wild herbs bring savoury definition. The palate is silky and energetic, its juicy red fruit carried by vibrant acidity and fine, powdery tannins. Fresh spice develops through the middle. Long and precise, it finishes with mint, flowers, citrus and a persistent mineral note.
Leonetti Cellar 2016 Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Blackcurrant, blackberry and dark cherry lead a rich, focused bouquet. Dried rosemary, sage and lavender add lift, while coffee, cocoa and barrel spice bring depth. The palate is full and polished, its ripe fruit supported by firm, noble tannins and fresh acidity. Dense without feeling heavy, it finishes long with cassis, dark chocolate, herbs and a measured savoury note.
Domaine Piguet-Girardin 2022 Meursault 750 mL
Ripe pear, white peach and yellow plum lead a generous, finely layered bouquet. White flowers, hazelnut and light toast add detail, while a discreet buttery note brings classic breadth. The palate is full and rounded without feeling heavy, its orchard fruit balanced by lively freshness and a limestone edge. Clean and persistent, it finishes with stone fruit, almond and quiet mineral tension.
Pio Cesare 1996 Barolo Ornato 750 mL
Plum, dark cherry and candied fruit lead a ripe, generous bouquet. Dried flowers and savoury meat add mature complexity, while chocolate and spice bring depth. The palate is full and concentrated, with briary berry fruit held in balance by fresh acidity and round, lightly chewy tannins. Long and composed, it closes with dark fruit, cocoa and a persistent earthy finish.
Domaine Bachelet-Monnot 2023 Chassagne-Montrachet 750 mL
Lemon, green apple and ripe pear open a precise, quietly generous bouquet. White flowers and a light toasted note add breadth, while chalk and wet stone bring a clear mineral edge. The palate is balanced and finely shaped, with fresh acidity carrying citrus and orchard fruit through a creamy middle. Long and composed, it closes with lemon curd, hazelnut and a clean saline finish.
Jean-Claude Ramonet 2019 Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge
Vibrant red cherry and wild strawberry lead, with subtle earth and sweet spice adding quiet depth. The palate is pure and focused, shaped by silky tannins and a fine mineral line rather than weight. Freshness carries the fruit into a polished, lingering finish. Serve with roast duck, mushroom dishes or herb-roasted poultry.
Padelletti 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Magnum 1.5 L
Cherry and plum lead an intense, fragrant bouquet, with violet, cedar and walnut adding depth. Dried herbs, tobacco and a touch of warm spice bring savoury complexity. The palate is full and tightly composed, its ripe fruit framed by polished tannins and fresh acidity. Mineral detail keeps the richness focused. Long and refined through the finish, it leaves red fruit, flowers, spice and a firm, clean echo.
Elio Grasso 2016 Barolo Gavarini Chiniera 750 mL
Red cherry, orange peel and dried rose lead a lifted, finely detailed bouquet. White pepper, mint and anise add freshness, while tar, leather and truffle bring savoury depth. The palate is precise and energetic, with bright acidity carrying the fruit through firm, polished tannins. Long and composed, it closes with red berries, flowers, spice and a chalky mineral grip.
Château d’Issan 2022 Margaux 750 mL
Blackcurrant, blackberry and dark cherry lead a concentrated, aromatic bouquet. Violet, orange peel and cedar add lift and polish, while graphite and dried herbs bring savoury definition. The palate is medium to full-bodied, its ripe fruit framed by fine, structured tannins and clear freshness. Supple and precise, it closes with dark berries, mineral detail and a long, quietly spicy finish.
Remoissenet Pere & Fils 2016 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Poissenot
Open and inviting on the nose, with a clear sense of depth and a direct, focused profile. The palate is concentrated and beautifully textured, building dimension without excess weight. Its layers unfold steadily across the mouth, remaining composed and precise as the flavours gather momentum, then carry into a long, persistent finish.
Remoissenet Pere & Fils 2019 Chassagne-Montrachet
Vanilla, light oak and cream frame ripe pineapple, stone fruit and white peach. The palate is broad and polished, then tightened by bright acidity that keeps the richness in check. A long finish brings caramel and vanilla back into focus without losing freshness. Give it a little air and serve with roast poultry, lobster, creamy seafood or firm alpine cheeses.
Champagne Gardet 2012 Millésime Extra Brut Magnum
The Standish Wine Company 2018 The Relic Shiraz Viognier 750 mL
Ripe blueberry and blackberry meet apricot, white flowers, vanilla bean and warm spice. The palate is full-bodied and lush, yet the fruit remains controlled by freshness and a fine savoury edge. Silky, silty tannins build in layers around a juicy core, with a subtle grilled-meat note adding depth. The finish is long, perfumed and persistent, balancing richness with precision rather than excess.
Compass Box Canvas Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Waxy citrus leads the aroma with a bright, polished lift. The palate brings forest honey and vanilla shortbread into a smooth, gently layered texture, balancing sweetness with fresh orange tones. Nutmeg and cardamom add measured warmth, while chocolate deepens the middle. The finish is long and composed, leaving citrus oil, honeyed malt, sweet spice and cocoa.
Domaine Parent 2015 Pommard 1er Cru Les Chanlins
Open and deep on the nose, with attractive sweet fruit and a measured touch of toffee-toned oak. The palate is lithe and nicely weighted, building layered fruit and oak complexity over a fine, persistent frame. Fresher notes gather through the finish, suggesting a composed, structured red that continues to gain interest with air.
Billaud-Simon 2020 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses
Light gold with subtle golden reflections, opening on mineral, creamy and floral notes with touches of honey, dried fruit and sea spray. The palate is direct and powerful, yet finely honed, with concentrated citrus held in balance by fresh acidity and a precise mineral line. The finish is pure, persistent and gently saline. Serve with oysters, roast halibut, crab or young Comté.