Selection
Mezonte Jalisco Santos Juárez Agave Spirit
High-toned kumquat, grapefruit peel and fig preserve lead a vivid aroma, joined by avocado leaf and subtle pepper. The palate is silky and lightly oily, with coconut, fresh agave and buttered toast giving breadth. Mineral notes keep the fruit precise, while raspberry adds a bright final accent. The finish is seamless, savoury and persistent. Serve neat in a small tasting glass.
Vouette & Sorbée Fidèle Champagne Magnum
Poached nectarine and baked apple lead a rich, vinous nose, with ginger spice and a subtle pastry note adding warmth. The palate is round yet energetic, its generous fruit tightened by crunchy acidity and a distinctly chalky, stony mineral line. Fine bubbles carry the Pinot Noir depth without obscuring the dry, precise shape. The finish is brisk, savoury and persistent. Serve in white-wine glasses with roast chicken, shellfish or aged Comté.
Julien Barge 2016 Côte-Rôtie Côte Blonde 750 mL
Macerated cherry, cassis and damson plum lead a concentrated, savoury profile. Tea, olive and lightly singed wood add depth without overwhelming the fruit. The palate is dense and harmonious, with fully integrated tannins, lively balance and a clear iron-mineral line. Bitter cherry and dark fruit persist through a precise, extended finish. Decant before serving with roast lamb, duck, venison or lentils with herbs.
Domaine Pierre Gaillard 2019 Côte-Rôtie Rose Pourpre 750 mL
Cassis, blackberry and kirsch lead a dark, concentrated profile, with smoke, savoury meat and pepper adding depth. The palate is powerful but refined, carried by silky tannins and a clean sweep of acidity that keeps the fruit fresh. Mineral detail and restrained oak remain in the background, while the finish is long and composed. Decant before serving with beef, venison, roast lamb or braised game.
Méo-Camuzet Frère et Sœurs 2023 Fixin Pinot Noir 750 mL
Dark currant and berry fruit meet potpourri, earth, graphite and a subtle wild note. The palate is medium-bodied and velvet-textured, with fine depth and an even balance between red and black fruit. Fresh acidity keeps the shape precise, while dusty, mildly rustic tannins add definition. The finish is quietly persistent, returning to dark fruit, earth and graphite with composed length.
Batasiolo Boscareto 2004 Barolo 750 mL
Red berry and delicate mineral notes lead a finely detailed bouquet, joined by exotic tea, liquorice, sweet ginger and clove. The palate is sharply focused, with clear acidity and firm, closely knit tannins framing the mature fruit. Ash and smoke add savoury depth without overwhelming the wine's restraint. Persistent and composed, it finishes with red fruit, spice, minerals and a dry earthy echo.
Domaine Bachelet-Monnot 2023 Puligny-Montrachet 750 mL
Green apple, pear and white flowers open a lifted, finely detailed bouquet. Petrichor and a light reductive note add mineral tension, while toasted hazelnut brings subtle depth. The palate is balanced and poised, with bright citrus and orchard fruit carried by fresh acidity. A creamy middle softens the edges without obscuring the wine's precision. Long and clean, it finishes with lemon curd, nuts and chalk.
Vega-Sicilia Alión 2016 Ribera del Duero 750 mL
Blackberry, plum and dark cherry lead a concentrated, finely layered bouquet. Violet adds aromatic lift, while cocoa, roasted coffee and vanilla bring polished oak detail. The palate is generous yet controlled, with dense fruit carried by fresh acidity and firm, well-shaped tannins. Long and savoury, it finishes with dark berries, toast, spice and a clear mineral note.
Egly-Ouriet NV Les Vignes de Bisseuil Premier Cru Extra Brut Champagne 750 mL
Lemon oil, crisp pear and green apple lead a bright, finely textured bouquet. White flowers and apricot add lift, while almond pastry and faint mineral smoke bring savoury depth. The palate is concentrated yet racy, its creamy texture sharpened by piercing acidity and a firm chalky line. Dry and persistent, it closes with citrus, orchard fruit and a saline finish.
Masi 1998 Riserva Costasera Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 750 mL
Cooked cherry, baked plum and super-ripe dark fruit lead an intense, mature bouquet. Cinnamon, vanilla and clove add sweet spice, while a subtle dried-herb note brings balance. The palate is warm and satisfying, with concentrated fruit framed by firm structure and measured freshness. Dry and persistent, it closes with cherry, spice, cocoa and a long savoury finish.
Mezonte Raicilla Japo by Hildegardo Joya
Briny, earthy aromas of clay, pine and savoury lactic notes open an unusually complex profile. The palate is velvety and rich, balancing sweet cooked agave with tart citrus, tropical fruit, nuts and fresh herbs. Mineral acidity gives the texture definition, while a gently funky edge adds character without overwhelming the fruit. The finish is long, layered and savoury. Serve neat in a small glass.
Maison Louis Jadot 2022 Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Morgeot 750 mL
Peach and orange oil open a rich but tightly drawn bouquet, joined by white flowers and toasted hazelnut. The palate carries generous stone fruit over clear acidity, with a creamy middle held in check by firm mineral tension. Gentle spice and a subtle buttery note add breadth without softening the wine's focus. Long and composed, it closes with citrus, nuts and a chalky savoury edge.
Antinori Tignanello 2020
A benchmark Tuscan red led by Sangiovese, with ripe cherry, blackberry, violet, tobacco, cedar and sweet spice. The palate is concentrated yet energetic, layering dark fruit, cocoa and savoury herbs over vivid acidity, fine-grained tannins and integrated oak. Long and refined through the finish, it rewards air and pairs naturally with steak, lamb or richly flavoured Italian dishes.
Nikolaihof 2002 Riesling Vinothek 750 mL
Flint, baked apple and fresh apple open with mint, lanolin and a distinctly herbal lift. The palate is taut, fresh and poised, showing remarkable liveliness within a deep, contemplative profile. A slender line of acidity keeps the texture vivid, while firm, lightly astringent structure adds definition. The finish is long, spicy and crystalline, carrying herbs, apple and mineral detail with refined persistence.
Domaine Michelot 2017 Meursault Les Narvaux Chardonnay 1.5 L
Ripe orchard fruit and citrus open with a quiet floral note and a restrained savoury edge. The palate is broad yet controlled, combining supple texture with clean acidity and a clear mineral line. Gentle oak and lees detail add depth without becoming heavy. The finish is persistent and composed, returning to pear, citrus and subtle toasted nuance with the balance and precision of a finely handled Meursault.
Paolo Bea Pagliaro 2016 Montefalco Sagrantino 750 mL
Dusty dried cherry, plum and blood orange lead an intense, distinctive bouquet, with crushed rose and fragrant purple flowers adding lift. Dark spice, earth and a measured feral note bring savoury depth. The palate is taut and juicy, driven by fresh acidity and firm tannins. Crunchy mineral detail sharpens the long finish, leaving dark fruit, flowers, spice and a persistent dry grip.
Caprili 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Magnum 1.5 L
Morello cherry, wild raspberry and blood orange lead a vivid, traditional bouquet. Violet, lavender and wild fennel add lift, while tobacco, liquorice and earthy spice bring savoury depth. The palate is sleek and energetic, its ripe fruit carried by vibrant acidity and fine, chalky tannins. Mineral detail builds through the middle. Long and focused, it finishes with cherry, mint, bitter blackberry and a gentle iron note.
Quinta do Vesuvio 1990 Vintage Port
Opaque and powerful, with blackberry, plum, ripe cherry and dark berry layered with dried leaf, cocoa and warm spice. The palate is broad yet balanced, combining concentrated fruit with integrated spirit, firm structure and a fresh line that keeps the sweetness composed. Long and resonant on the finish, it is excellent with blue cheese, dark chocolate or roasted nuts.
Nittardi 2018 Nectar Dei Magnum 1.5 L
Deep red with purple highlights, this opens with ripe blueberry, blackberry and black cherry. Tobacco, dark chocolate, vanilla and pink pepper add layered savoury spice. The palate is concentrated and full, with lush, rounded tannins carrying the dark fruit smoothly. Liquorice and warm spice develop through the middle. Persistent and generous, it closes with black berries, cocoa, tobacco and a measured earthy note.
Villa Oeiras 2009 Carcavelos Colheita Tinto 750 mL
Dried cherry, orange peel and dark plum lead a mature, quietly concentrated bouquet. Sweet spice, cocoa and marzipan bring warmth, while a gentle herbal note keeps the aromas composed. The palate is full and rounded, with lively acidity and fine tannins balancing its rich fruit. A saline, mineral line adds definition. Long and savoury, it finishes with citrus peel, nuts, chocolate and persistent spice.