Selection
Aldegheri 2019 I Lastari Valpolicella Classico Superiore
Deep ruby and smoothly rounded, with cherry and marasca cherry at the centre of a broad, complex bouquet. The palate is dry, full and velvety, carrying ripe red fruit through a harmonious, persistent finish. There is enough structure for further development, but the generous fruit makes it inviting now. Serve with pasta, roast poultry, veal or firm cheese.
Garofoli 2022 Farnio Rosso Piceno
A smooth Rosso Piceno with lively red cherry and darker plum fruit, followed by dried herbs and a touch of spice. The palate is medium-bodied and approachable, combining fresh acidity with rounded tannins and a clean, fruit-led finish. It is versatile at the table, particularly with mushroom pizza, tomato-based pasta, roast pork or a board of cured meats.
Tenuta di Castellaro 2019 Nero Ossidiana
Deep purple in the glass, with ripe black cherry, cassis, pomegranate and tomato leaf on the nose. The palate is full-bodied but fresh, shaped by a distinctive saline current and supple tannins. Dark fruit remains clear through the long, kirsch-toned finish, giving the wine both power and coastal brightness.
Il Borro 2019 Il Borrigiano Valdarno di Sopra DOC
Lively ruby with purple reflections, opening on fresh cherry and other red fruit. Ginger and white pepper add lift and aromatic definition. The palate is bright and harmonious, with refreshing acidity and elegant, rounded tannins. A clean, fruit-led finish keeps the wine energetic and especially easy to place at the table.
Benanti 2021 Etna Rosso
Pale ruby in colour, with lifted red-fruit aromas and a cool mineral edge. The palate is dry and medium-bodied, balancing bright acidity with fine texture and a savoury, saline current. Freshness carries through the persistent finish, giving this poised Sicilian red both clarity and an easy affinity with food.
Mönchhof 2019 Estate Riesling
White pepper, ash and crushed stone frame vivid nectarine and grapefruit. The palate is semi-dry and richly extracted, yet remains light on its feet, with brisk acidity giving the ripe fruit lift and precision. The finish is bright, mineral and mouthwatering. Serve chilled with spicy dishes, smoked fish or soft-rind cheese.
Ballard Lane Paso Robles Cab 375 mL
A generous Cabernet with ripe blackberry, cassis and dark cherry, layered with cedar, vanilla and a touch of baking spice. The palate is ample without becoming heavy, with plum fruit, supple texture and smooth, rounded tannins carrying into a polished finish. The compact half-bottle format is well suited to grilled beef, burgers or roast mushrooms when a full bottle is more than the occasion calls for.
Enderle & Moll 2019 Spätburgunder Rosé Baden
Rose petal and crushed strawberry meet wild cherry, red plum and a faint savoury funk. The palate is clean and fresh, with lively acidity, gentle texture and exotic spice carrying the light red fruit. Bright but not simple, it has enough depth for veal or pasta while remaining relaxed and easy to drink.
Granbazan 2023 Etiqueta Verde Albarino Rias Baixas
Lime zest, peach blossom and crushed oyster shell create a bright, coastal aroma, followed by ripe peach, nectarine and citrus. Light-bodied but not slight, the palate balances juicy fruit with saline freshness and a clean marine edge. The finish is long, brisk and refreshing, making this an excellent match for oysters, grilled prawns or simply prepared white fish.
Yarra Yering 2015 Dry Red No. 2
Blackberry and plum lead a concentrated, dark-fruited profile, joined by violet, pepper and savoury spice. The palate is medium-bodied yet weighty, with generous fruit, assertive tannins and crisp acidity held in a fresh, detailed frame. Poised and long, it suits lamb, grilled beef or earthy mushroom dishes.
Montalto 2016 Single Vineyard Tuerong Block Pinot Noir
A classically savoury Pinot Noir, opening with dark cherry, plum and forest-floor aromas. Dried herbs, black earth and a subtle touch of aniseed add depth as the wine develops in the glass. The palate is concentrated yet composed, with black-tea tannins carrying the dark fruit through a persistent finish. Decant gently and pair with roast duck, mushrooms or herb-crusted pork.
Château de La Liquière 2021 Les Amandiers Blanc Faugères
White flowers, bright citrus and fresh orchard fruit lead with an open, charming fragrance. The palate is delicate and clean, keeping its white-fruit core lively and gratifying rather than weighty. Early-morning hand harvesting and tank ageing preserve the vivid, pure profile, while the high, schist-grown site lends the finish a precise sense of place.
Villa Wolf 2024 Gewurztraminer Pfalz
Rose petals, lychee and ripe peach rise with exotic fruit and a gentle thread of spice. The palate is juicy and aromatic but light on its feet, avoiding heaviness while preserving the variety's generous character. A clean, softly spiced finish makes it especially good with aromatic curries, glazed pork or mildly spicy noodles.
Reichsrat von Buhl 2019 Forst Riesling Trocken
Blood orange and light floral notes meet savoury, yeasty spice. The palate opens with a fine phenolic texture, delicate sweetness and lively acidity, then broadens through ripe yellow fruit and supple richness. Generous without losing shape, it finishes bright and composed. Serve chilled with roast pork, smoked fish or lightly spiced dishes.
Remoissenet Pere & Fils 2019 Beaune Montagne Saint-Desire
White flowers and lemon zest lead into a clean line of crushed-stone minerality. The palate is concentrated yet finely drawn, with a silky texture and enough freshness to keep the shape precise. Subtle savoury notes gather through a long, composed finish. Serve cool rather than cold with shellfish, roast poultry, creamy sauces or firm white fish.
Remoissenet Père et Fils 2015 Santenay Blanc
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.