Selection
Antonio Scala 2022 Ciro Rosso Classico Superiore Magnum
Red cherry, pomegranate and wild strawberry open into rose petal, dried herbs and earthy spice. The palate is medium-bodied and savoury, with bright acidity, silky yet persistent tannins and a fine thread of sea-salt minerality. Sun-dried tomato and wild thyme carry through the long finish. Decant briefly and serve with grilled lamb, tomato-based pasta or roasted vegetables.
Apara 2022 Chardonnay
Lively lemon-gold in colour, opening on Meyer lemon zest, nectarine, buttercup flowers and a quiet flinty note. The palate is layered and creamy, with lemon meringue and white peach lifted by fresh acidity. A clear saline edge keeps the texture precise, carrying citrus, stone fruit and restrained oak through a clean, composed finish.
Apara 2022 Syrah
Brambly red and dark berries open with a clear white-pepper lift and stem-derived spice. Light on its feet, the palate is crunchy and refreshing, with whole-cluster energy keeping the fruit vivid. Neutral oak sits quietly in the background, allowing bright berry flavours and savoury spice to carry through a clean, lively finish.
Apara 2023 Barrel-Aged Pinot Blanc
A rounded Pinot Blanc with ripe stone fruit and delicate floral lift. Bright acidity keeps the fuller texture fresh, balancing its richness with a clean, energetic line. Subtle oak adds breadth without obscuring the fruit, while the finish remains poised and quietly charming. Serve well chilled with roast chicken, creamy seafood dishes, soft cheeses or grilled vegetables.
Apara 2023 Gamay Noir
A vibrant Okanagan Gamay with crunchy red fruit and an aromatic cupboard of peppery spice. Wild carbonic fermentation brings lift and immediacy, while a short stay in neutral French oak keeps the palate fresh, supple and unforced. Juicy waves of fruit carry through a lively finish. Serve slightly chilled with charcuterie, roast chicken, grilled salmon or herb-led vegetable dishes.
Aperol Aperitivo
Zesty orange and layered herbal aromas arrive with a light touch of vanilla. The palate is velvety and rounded, balancing vivid citrus with root-driven bitterness and measured sweetness. Its lingering herbal finish stays fresh and gently bitter rather than heavy. Serve over ice with soda, build into a classic Spritz with sparkling wine, or pair with olives, cured meats, potato chips and other salty aperitivo snacks.
Apocalypto Reposado Tequila 50 mL
Cinnamon, chocolate malt, dried fruit and vanilla bean shape an aromatic, gently oak-led nose. The palate is warm and smooth, balancing ripe fruit with savoury spice and a subtle buttery note through the finish. Serve neat or over a single cube, or use it in a compact Margarita or Old Fashioned. It pairs especially well with roasted nuts, dark chocolate, grilled pork or mole-spiced dishes.
Appleton Estate Nassau Valley Casks 21 Year Old Jamaica Rum
Orange peel, deep vanilla and nutmeg shape an aromatic opening, followed by coffee, cocoa and gentle oak spice. The palate is polished and layered, balancing citrus brightness with darker roasted notes and a restrained nutty richness. Brown sugar sweetness builds gradually without becoming heavy. The finish is long and composed, leaving orange, cocoa, warm spice and a clean, softly dry impression.
Arbutus Distillery Blue Gin 375 mL
Juniper and coriander form a clear gin backbone, layered with locally grown hops, lavender, rosemary and lemon verbena. The palate is fresh and herbaceous, balancing piney structure with bright citrus and a restrained floral note. Butterfly pea flower gives the spirit its vivid blue colour and a dramatic shift when tonic or citrus is added. Serve in a Gin and Tonic with lemon, or build a bright, aromatic Collins-style drink.
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.
Ardbeg Wee Beastie 5 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Fresh herbs and vanilla rise through a firm current of Islay peat smoke. The palate is bold and savoury, bringing cracked black pepper, honey-glazed ham and a measured touch of brine, while cocoa and fudge gather on the long finish. Serve neat or with a few drops of water to open the smoke. A strong partner for smoked salmon, blue cheese, charcuterie or dark chocolate.
ARENSBAK Red Non-Alcoholic Fermented Botanical Beverage
Earthy black tea gives this alcohol-free red alternative a deep, savoury foundation. Red and black fruits, sour cherry and herbal notes build aromatic lift, while gentle oak and natural tannins shape a dry, structured palate with a long finish. Serve lightly chilled with roast mushrooms, lentils, grilled vegetables, duck or firm cheese. It offers a composed table presence without imitating sweetness-led juice.
Arette Clásica Reposado Tequila
Sweet cooked agave leads with caramel and cinnamon, followed by vanilla, citrus peel and a lightly peppery lift. The palate is smooth and balanced, with baking spice and gentle oak framing the spirit’s natural agave sweetness. A touch of brine keeps the richness in check. The finish is clean and warming, leaving vanilla, soft spice and fresh citrus in a composed, savoury-sweet line.
Argiano 2020 Solengo Toscana IGT
Dark and polished on the nose, with blackberry, black olive, wet stone, earth and violet. The palate layers sweeter berry fruit over a persistent metallic mineral line, building depth without losing definition. Powerful tannins and lively acidity give the wine firm structure, while chilli chocolate marks the long, savoury finish.
Argyle 2007 Brut Rosé Willamette Valley
Raspberry, ripe pear and wild strawberry lead, with rose petals and a light cinnamon note adding lift. Fine bubbles carry a creamy yet balanced palate, where pomegranate, red currant and gentle mineral detail keep the fruit precise. Dry and lingering through the finish, it pairs well with seafood, poultry, savoury pastries or caviar.
Arianna Occhipinti 2021 SP68 Bianco
Perfumed exotic fruit and white flowers lead an aromatic, textural white, with peach, red apple and orange blossom bringing generous fruit. Stony minerality and a gentle skin-contact grip add shape, while salinity keeps the finish fresh and detailed. Complex without heaviness, it pairs beautifully with grilled prawns, roasted vegetables or aromatic Mediterranean dishes.
Arlaud 2018 Bourgogne Oka 750 mL
Fresh summer berries lead, joined by light pepper and warm earth. The palate is lively and bright, with clear red fruit carried by moderate tannins and a gently savoury frame. Subtle spice and woodland detail add depth without weighing down the fruit. It finishes poised and energetic, leaving berry freshness, fine tannin and a quiet earthy note.