Selection
Vancouver Island Brewing Break Point Pilsner
Noble hops bring a clean aromatic lift, followed by gentle herbal bitterness and a clean, light malt backbone. The palate is crisp and direct, finishing dry without losing its grain-led centre. Refreshing and precise in a classic German-pilsner frame, it suits grilled fish, schnitzel, roast chicken, pretzels, mild cheeses or a plate of fresh oysters.
Vancouver Island Brewing Broken Islands Hazy IPA 568 mL
Bold citrus aroma and flavour lead into a juicy, lingering finish, with stone fruit, mango and guava adding breadth through the palate. Bitterness stays measured and balanced, allowing the tropical character to remain clear without becoming heavy. Serve cold with fish tacos, grilled prawns, spicy chicken, mango salsa, sharp cheddar, citrus salads or coconut curries.
Vancouver Island Brewing Mystic Haze Pale Ale 568 mL
Hazy, juicy and hop-forward, this pale ale delivers generous aromatic character in a light, sessionable frame. The palate stays fresh and easy-drinking, with a soft texture and lively hop presence carrying through the finish. Its balance favours refreshment while retaining enough flavour to feel distinctive. Serve cool with fish tacos, grilled chicken, crisp fried foods, young cheddar or herb-forward salads.
Vancouver Island Brewing Sea Dog Amber Ale
Toasted caramel malt and fresh bread crust lead this smooth amber ale, with mild hop bitterness adding definition through the palate. A lightly roasted edge carries into a clean, dry finish, keeping the richer malt character composed and easy to drink. Serve cool with roast chicken, grilled sausages, burgers, smoked salmon, cheddar or mushroom dishes.
Vancouver Island Brewing Thrashin’ Caddy Juicy IPA
Ripe orange and peach lead with a generous, juicy hop character. The palate is full of bright citrus and stone-fruit flavour, carried by a smooth, hazy texture that keeps the beer rounded rather than sharp. A firm hop presence gives the fruit definition through the finish without obscuring its easy, polished flow. Serve cool with burgers, grilled chicken, tacos or mature cheddar.
Vancouver Island Brewing Tidal Series Peach & Ginger Saison
Ripe, juicy peach gives this saison a fresh fruit centre, while fresh ginger brings a clean, spicy kick rather than heavy heat. The two flavours sit in lively balance, preserving the style’s easy, sunlit character and a refreshing finish. Serve cool with grilled prawns, roast chicken, chèvre, pork skewers, fruit salads, ginger-glazed vegetables or lightly spiced dishes.
Vancouver Island Brewing x Lunch Lady Collaboration Series Guava & Lime Witbier
Guava gives this witbier a generous tropical centre, while lime brings clean citrus lift and a crisp finish. The wheat-beer frame remains refreshing and fruit-led, with enough brightness to sit comfortably alongside aromatic food without becoming heavy. Serve cool with Vietnamese salads, grilled pork, lemongrass chicken, fresh spring rolls, prawns, soft herbs or lightly spiced noodles.
Varnelli Anice Secco Dry Anise Liqueur
Clear and bright, with a persistent aniseed aroma that opens into wild fennel, dill and cumin. Floral notes add lift without softening the liqueur's distinctly dry, unsweet profile. The palate is full and enveloping, carrying savoury spice and herbal freshness through a long, focused finish. Serve chilled or over ice, add a small measure to espresso, or use sparingly in anise-forward cocktails.
Vasques de Carvalho 2015 Oxum Tinto
Generous ripe fruit leads a warm, open profile, with an elegant texture and supple, gently rounded tannins. The palate is smooth and approachable, carrying its fruit clearly without feeling heavy. A soft, composed finish makes this an easy table red. Serve with braised beef, roast lamb, game or slow-cooked stews.
Vaudon Fine Rare Fins Bois Cognac
Jasmine and banana open with a gentle floral lift and fresh pear. The palate is soft and silky, carrying delicate fruit through a clean, pure texture. Ginger and anise add a cool spicy edge without disturbing the balance. The finish is long and graceful, leaving pear, flowers and a lightly refreshing note of spice and poise.
Vaudon Fins Bois Double Cask 10 Year Old Cognac
Apricot and cooked banana lead with vanilla, white fruit and a lightly creamy note. The palate is rounded and composed, balancing ripe orchard fruit with toasted coconut and a gentle caramelised edge. Oak adds warmth without obscuring the fruit. The finish is smooth and measured, leaving vanilla, baked apple and a quiet touch of spice.
Vaudon Pineau des Charentes Blanc
Golden amber in the glass, with a rich, rounded bouquet of dried fig, vine blossom and vanilla. Floral notes, honeyed sweetness and almond shape the smooth palate, while a gentle freshness keeps the finish balanced and composed. Serve well chilled as an aperitif, with fruit-based desserts or alongside blue cheese.
Vazisubani Estate 2020 Saperavi Qvevri 750 mL
Ripe cherry, mulberry and blackberry open, followed by pomegranate, liquorice and dark spice. The palate is full and savoury, with concentrated fruit balanced by bright acidity and firm, well-shaped tannins. Cocoa, balsamic tones and a restrained earthy note add depth through the middle. Structured without feeling heavy, it finishes long with dark fruit, spice and a measured bitter edge.
Vega Sicilia Valbuena 5° 2008 Ribera del Duero
Serious and tightly drawn, with dark cherry and black fruit joined by blood orange, dried herbs, forest floor, black tea and a subtle balsamic note. The palate is long rather than broad, driven by juicy acidity, fine tannins and a firm mineral edge. Savoury and precise through the finish, it rewards decanting and pairs well with lamb or slow-cooked beef.
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.
Velenosi 2018 Ludi Offida Rosso DOCG
Deep ruby moving toward garnet at the rim, with a concentrated nose of ripe blackberry, blackcurrant and cherry, layered with licorice, graphite and a restrained balsamic note. Full and assured on the palate, it balances generous dark fruit with fine, rounded tannins. The finish is long, polished and distinctly fruit-led.
Venturini Baldini NV Montelocco Lambrusco Emilia IGP
Deep ruby with violet reflections, offering juicy black cherry and a lifted note of wild herbs. The palate is fresh and gently semi-dry, with soft bubbles, lively acidity and light tannins giving shape to the ripe fruit. A subtle savoury edge keeps the sweetness measured, leading to a clean, easy finish that remains bright rather than heavy.
Venturini Baldini NV T.E.R.S. Ancestrale Lambrusco Emilia IGP
Ruby red with a fine, lively bead. Cassis, raspberry and cherry candy lead the nose, joined by rhubarb and a subtle herbal edge. The palate is completely dry and confidently structured, with bright freshness, firm but measured tannin and a savoury mineral undertone. Crunchy red fruit returns through the persistent finish, keeping the wine energetic and balanced.