Selection
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.
Larmandier-Bernier NV Rosé de Saignée Premier Cru Extra Brut Champagne 750 mL
Wild strawberry, raspberry and redcurrant open a vivid, vinous rosé, joined by cranberry, orange peel and rose petals. Cinnamon and a light herbal note add savoury lift. The palate is fleshy yet dry and precise, with fine bubbles, bright acidity and a chalky mineral line keeping the ripe fruit focused. A gentle tannic grip shapes the long, saline finish, leaving red berries, citrus zest and subtle spice.
Cappellano Otin Fiorin Piè Rupestris 2017 Barolo 750 mL
Sweet red cherry and redcurrant lead a lifted, savoury bouquet, with rose petals, mint and cedar adding detail. Liquorice, tar, earth and a touch of bitter chocolate deepen the profile. The palate is powerful yet finely drawn, its vibrant acidity and wiry tannins framing the ripe fruit. Mineral tension carries the wine through a persistent finish of cherry, herbs, smoke and spice, with a measured dry grip.
Giodo 2016 Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Ripe plum and red cherry lead an expressive, seamless bouquet, joined by rose, lavender and sandalwood. Walnut, tobacco and a light touch of toast add savoury depth. The palate is full yet fluid, with vibrant acidity and exceptionally fine tannins giving the fruit clarity and poise. Mineral detail builds through the middle. Long and polished, it finishes with cherry, flowers, spice and a clean stony echo.
Sebastiani Cherryblock 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon 750 mL
Crème de cassis, black cherry and baked plum open a deep, polished bouquet. Allspice, graphite, mint and toasted oak add savoury definition, with crushed walnut and liquorice emerging in the glass. The palate is full and concentrated, its dark fruit carried by plush, fine-grained tannins. Balanced and velvety through the middle, it closes long and dry with blackcurrant, cedar, cocoa and a measured earthy note.
Luigi Pira Vigna Rionda 2021 Barolo 750 mL
Wild strawberry, dried cherry and blood orange lead a fragrant, finely layered bouquet. Rose, cinnamon, sweet tobacco and balsamic herbs add lift and complexity, while tar and mineral notes bring a darker counterpoint. The palate is dense yet controlled, with crisp acidity and firm, refined tannins shaping the ripe fruit. Long and vertical through the finish, it leaves red berries, mint, spice and a persistent stony note.
Domaine Barge 2020 Côte-Rôtie Coeur de Combard 750 mL
Black cherry and dark berries lead a deep, savoury bouquet, with liquorice, roasted herbs and iron adding definition. The palate is medium to full-bodied, its ripe fruit carried by silky tannins and a layered, supple texture. Freshness keeps the wine balanced as pepper and mineral notes develop through the middle. Long and composed, it finishes with black fruit, herbs, liquorice and a persistent ferrous edge.
Paolo Bea Rosso de Véo 2015 Umbria Rosso 750 mL
Plum, black cherry and mixed bramble berries lead a concentrated, generous profile. Floral lift keeps the ripe fruit fresh, while earth, balsamic detail, espresso and dark spice add savoury complexity. The palate is dry and powerful, with electric acidity and chewy tannins giving shape to the opulence. Silky texture emerges with air. The finish remains lifted and persistent, carrying dark fruit, earth and spice.
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.
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.
Domaine Koji et Jae Hwa 2023 Bourgogne Pinot Noir Vieilles Vignes 750 mL
Red cherry and raspberry lead a transparent, fragrant profile, with rose petals and subtle spice adding lift. The palate is supple and finely balanced, carrying bright red fruit over vibrant acidity. Fine, powdery tannins give quiet structure, while the old-vine concentration brings depth without heaviness. Fresh and composed through the finish, it leaves cherry, floral perfume and a gentle mineral-savoury note.
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.
Pierre Gimonnet & Fils 2016 Special Club Cramant Grand Cru Champagne 750 mL
Asian pear, nectarine and citrus lead a layered bouquet, with jasmine, freesia and yellow flowers bringing aromatic lift. Hazelnut, pollen and a light waxy note add depth. The palate is rich yet lively, its fine bubbles and fresh acidity keeping the ripe fruit precise. Chalky mineral detail develops through the middle. Harmonious and persistent, it finishes with pear, citrus, nuts and a measured savoury note.
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.
Viña Don Melchor 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto 750 mL
Deep garnet in colour, with blackcurrant, plum and red fruit at the centre of a precise, layered bouquet. Black tea, leafy herbs and a light red-pepper note lend savoury definition, while refined oak remains measured. The palate is dense but elegant, carried by fresh acidity and rounded, fine-grained tannins. Juicy fruit persists through a long finish, joined by dark berries, herbs and gentle cedar.
Cappellano Piè Rupestris 2018 Barolo 750 mL
Pure red berry and dried rose lead an expressive, finely layered bouquet. Orange peel, mint and white pepper bring brightness, while iron, cedar, tobacco and a measured leathery note add savoury depth. The palate is firm but composed, with clear acidity and structured tannins framing the fruit. Liquorice and mineral detail emerge toward the finish, which is long, dry and persistent, leaving citrus, spice and earthy resonance.
Domaine Duroché 2022 Gevrey-Chambertin 750 mL
Dark cherry, mulberry and blackberry lead a fragrant, finely focused bouquet, with violet and white pepper adding lift. The palate is medium-bodied and elegant, carrying ripe fruit over fresh acidity and supple, polished tannins. A quiet earthy note develops through the middle without obscuring the fruit. Balanced and composed, it finishes with red and black berries, gentle spice and a persistent floral-mineral edge.
Borgogno Cannubi 2019 Barolo 750 mL
Fragrant red berries and cherry open with rose petal, rosemary and a cool herbal lift. As it unfolds, fresh leather, liquorice and a gentle savoury note add depth. The palate is graceful and finely balanced, with bright acidity and supple tannins carrying the fruit without heaviness. A subtle mineral edge sharpens the middle. The finish is floral and persistent, leaving raspberry, herbs and quiet earthy detail.
Domaine Hudelot-Noëllat 2022 Chambolle-Musigny 750 mL
Red cherry and black plum lead a fragrant bouquet, with raspberry, cassis and rose petals adding detail. The palate is supple and finely drawn, showing lively acidity beneath pure, gently ripe fruit. Silky tannins provide measured grip without interrupting the wine's light-footed feel. Lavender, mint and a trace of liquorice appear with air. The finish is fresh and persistent, carrying red fruit and delicate floral notes.
Legras & Haas 2014 Les Sillons Chouilly Grand Cru Champagne 750 mL
Pale gold with a fine mousse, this opens with lime zest, lemon, tangelo and golden peach. Cream, fresh bread and a gentle buttery note add breadth, while ginger and restrained oak bring subtle spice. The palate is energetic and finely balanced, moving from ripe orchard fruit toward a firmer mineral core. Salinity builds through the long finish, leaving citrus, chalk and a quiet savoury echo.