Selection
Selection
Claude Lafond 2023 Preambule Pinot Gris Rose
Vivid and aromatic, with a clean burst of fresh fruit and a bright, easy lift. The palate is lively and direct, keeping its fruit clear and refreshing rather than sweet or heavy. A polished, understated rosé with enough energy for the aperitif table and enough presence for grilled fish, summer salads, fresh cheeses or lightly seasoned vegetables.
Dupre 2024 Bourgogne Blanc Les 7 Pieces
Citrus and honey open a palate that is both rich and refreshing. A year in small barrels adds gentle breadth and a subtle toasted edge without masking the fruit. Fresh acidity keeps the texture poised, while a faint mineral note and clean, lightly savoury finish bring balance and definition.
La Farandole des Deesses Rouge
An easy-drinking red from Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert, with a fruit-forward profile and clear aromatic lift. Direct and approachable in style, it places generous fruit and immediate pleasure at the centre. The open, uncomplicated character makes it a versatile choice for relaxed meals, simple grilled dishes or casual gatherings.
Clos Des Nines 2023 Pulp White
Bright and thirst-quenching, with fresh grapefruit, citrus zest, white peach and a light floral lift. The palate is smooth and fruit-forward, balancing juicy stone fruit with lively acidity and a clean mineral edge. Energetic and easygoing, it finishes crisp, lightly savoury and distinctly refreshing, with a gentle saline note that invites another glass.
Cordero di Montezemolo 2024 Fuoricasa Langhe Pelaverga
White pepper, violet and fresh strawberry lift from the glass, joined by juicy red berries and delicate spice. The palate is light-bodied, bright and supple, with crisp acidity and gentle tannins shaping its silky texture. Fresh, aromatic and quietly persistent, it can be served slightly cool with charcuterie, roast poultry or mushroom dishes.
Liberty Wines 2018 Similkameen Meritage Shiner
Clove, bitter cherry and dried violets lead a structured, Bordeaux-inspired five-variety blend. Red fruit, vanilla, grilled mushroom and leather add layered savoury detail. The palate is full-bodied, bringing spice, fruit and savoury notes together. The finish is savoury. Braised meats or barbecue steak are the established food pairings for this full-bodied profile of fruit, spice, florals, mushroom and leather.
Oremus 1975 Tokaji Eszencia
Black tea and plum preserve lead the nose, joined by toasted almond and a smoky, briny edge. Exceptionally dense and oily in texture, the palate stays unexpectedly bright, with citrus lifting honeyed plum. Dried fruit, nuts and mineral tones build through a remarkably complex finish that feels poised rather than simply sweet.
Jacques Prieur 1996 Musigny Grand Cru
Warm, inviting and complex on the nose, with ripe raspberry, strawberry and blackberry layered over violet, spice and earthy mineral tones. The palate is rich and concentrated yet finely balanced, with sweet fruit, fresh acidity and polished tannins. Silky texture and graceful tension carry subtle oak and savoury detail into an elegant, persistent finish.
Joseph Drouhin 2006 Musigny Grand Cru
Musky floral aromas of magnolia and exotic orchid mingle with kirsch, dark cherry, plum, brown spice and a cool mineral edge. Rich and concentrated on the palate, the wine remains finely textured, with bright acidity and polished, fine-grained tannins. Savoury depth and chalky precision drive the long, resonant finish.
Louis Jadot 2009 Musigny Grand Cru
Rose petal, sweet red berries, plum and subtle spice rise over a restrained wet-stone note. The palate feels weightless yet intense, with concentrated fruit held by fine tannins and lively freshness. Richness builds without heaviness, while precise mineral detail and a supple texture carry the wine into a long, graceful finish.
Domaine Laroche 1999 Chablis Grand Cru Les Blanchots
Ripe tropical fruit opens the nose, joined by toasted oak and a bright citrus edge. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with sweet, pure fruit carried by a silky, velvety texture. Lemon and mineral freshness provide shape beneath the richness, leading to a structured, persistent and immediately attractive finish.
Faiveley 1997 Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru
Red cherry, dried strawberry and rose petal rise first, followed by forest floor and subtle spice. Raspberry and cranberry shape a composed, savoury palate, with tea leaf and earthy mineral detail adding depth. Firm, finely woven tannins give classical poise, while lingering floral and savoury notes carry the long, elegant finish.
Château Haut-Brion 1990 Pessac-Leognan
Opulent and mature, with ripe blackcurrant, mulberry and red currant layered with cedar, fine leather, tobacco, mushroom, chocolate and warm spice. The full-bodied palate is round and concentrated, balancing sweet fruit with fresh acidity, mature silky tannins and excellent depth. A long, pure finish follows; decant for about two hours and serve with beef tenderloin or roast lamb.
Pétrus 1998 Pomerol
Intense and opulent, with plum, blackberry, blueberry and chocolate-coated cherry framed by truffle, flowers, smoke, liquorice and a cool menthol lift. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate is rich yet polished, with silky texture, fresh acidity and a long, limestone-tinged finish. Allow two to three hours in a decanter and serve with beef, lamb or truffle-accented dishes.
Château Lafite Rothschild 1983 Pauillac
Supple, fresh and ready to enjoy, with cedar, tobacco and stone giving way to cassis, cranberry and ripe red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied, elegant and silky, balancing sweet fruit with savoury herbs, lead-pencil detail and a gently smoky edge. Little aeration is needed; pour carefully from a settled bottle and pair with roast chicken, veal or grilled mushrooms.
Ornellaia Eligo dell’Ornellaia Grappa Riserva
Soft fruit and floral aromas lead with fine spice, toasted oak and a subtle note of tobacco. The palate is silky yet powerful, carrying ripe grape character through cocoa, vanilla and warm roasted tones. Sweetness is present but controlled, giving the texture polish rather than weight. The finish is long and harmonious, leaving fruit, spice, gentle oak and a savoury cocoa echo.
Cotswolds Dry Gin
Juniper leads with bright pink grapefruit and lime zest, followed by a gentle floral note from local lavender. Coriander, angelica and bay give the palate an herbal backbone, while cardamom and black pepper add restrained spice. The texture is aromatic and concentrated rather than heavy. A clean, citrus-led finish leaves juniper, lavender and fresh peel in a crisp, balanced line.
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.
Old Bardstown Estate Bottled Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Plum, dark raspberry and grape lead a rich, direct profile. The palate is creamy and full, with honey, vanilla and cinnamon joined by mint, liquorice, sweet tea and a light grain note. Oak and clove bring structure without taking over. The finish is compact and warming, leaving dark fruit, herbal spice, vanilla and a touch of tobacco.
Lagavulin 16 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 200 mL
Dense peat smoke meets dried fruit and vanilla, creating a dark, layered aroma. Salted caramel and a coastal edge give the palate depth, while dates and figs bring rounded sweetness. Briny notes keep that fruit and caramel from feeling heavy. The finish returns to peat smoke, dried fruit, salted caramel and maritime character, holding sweetness and coastal intensity in a firm, focused balance.
Angostura 1824 12 Year Old Rum
Dried fruit and caramel open with dark chocolate, vanilla and warm baking spice. The palate is rounded and full, layering rich sweetness with charred oak and a lightly roasted edge. Time in bourbon barrels gives the spirit depth without obscuring its fruit. The finish is long and gently warming, leaving vanilla bean, cocoa, dried fruit and measured oak.
Coloma 8 Year Old Colombian Rum
Creamy almond and roasted coffee shape the aroma, followed by dark chocolate and dry vanilla. The palate combines caramel sweetness with gentle oak, while the coffee-cask influence reinforces the rum’s distinctive coffee-led character. The finish brings roasted coffee, dark chocolate and dry vanilla back into focus, with creamy almond and caramel softening the oak and giving the close a gently sweet line.
Renegade Rum Company 1995 Guyana Uitvlugt 12 Year Old Chateau d’Yquem Cask Finish
Dry and distinctive, with ripe peach and raisin notes set against herbs, mineral tones and seasoned wood. The palate brings concentrated fruit without turning heavy, as pepper and resinous oak add definition around a lightly sweet centre. Darker, wine-cask richness emerges gradually. The finish is savoury and persistent, balancing stony dryness, fruit and warming spice with a restrained final sweetness.
Hunter Laing Kill Devil 17 Year Old 1998 Jamaica Hampden Single Cask Rum
Ripe pineapple, overripe banana and yellow fruit lead a vivid, high-toned aroma, with a faint estery edge and an earthy touch of olive. The palate is sweet and resinous, bringing grilled nuts, vanilla and cooling mint into a gently funky core. Tropical fruit remains prominent through the finish, which returns to pineapple, warm spice and a lightly charred, savoury note.
Glenmorangie Astar Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Sun-ripened fruit, honeycomb and toasted oak open a bright, lifted aroma, joined by pear, vanilla and soft florals. The palate is rich and expressive, bringing orange zest, peach and creamy malt into almond toffee and warming ginger. Sweetness remains lively rather than heavy. The finish is long and luminous, leaving honeyed oak, citrus, spice and a warm glow.
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.
Ardbeg Anthology 14 Year Old The Unicorn’s Tale Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Rich and aromatic, with baked banana bread, treacle and sponge pudding opening into cedar smoke, tropical fruit and eucalyptus. The palate shifts toward lime and sweet peach, followed by smoked fruit, baked bread, aniseed and a firm thread of peat. Soft malt and nutmeg add balance. The finish is long and smoky, leaving menthol, clove, camphor and seasoned wood.
Midleton Very Rare 2009
Rich yet polished, with toasted nuts, fudge and apple crumble on the nose, lifted by an intriguing flash of chilli and ripe banana. The palate is velvety and measured, bringing vanilla-coated apple, butterscotch and cracked cinnamon over a smooth grain-led core. Spice remains restrained, allowing the creamy orchard-fruit character to stay clear. The finish is elegant and persistent, tapering through soft sweetness and mellow oak.










