Selection
Selection
La Rivolta 2021 Aglianico del Taburno
Italian Red
Wild cassis, fleshy raspberry and juicy blackberry lead, with sweet pepper, tobacco, cumin and clove adding savoury depth. Concentrated yet precise, the palate keeps the dark fruit focused while spice builds through the finish. Give it a brief decant and serve with braised beef, roast lamb or grilled mushrooms.
CheckMate Artisanal Winery 2022 Fool’s Mate Chardonnay
Canadian White
Subtle orchard fruit leads with pear, apricot and quince, followed by lemon, lime zest and a clear mineral edge. The palate opens creamy, then tightens around fresh acidity and crunchy fruit. Almond and freshly baked bread bring measured richness without obscuring the citrus line. Textural and composed through the middle, it finishes long and persistent with a precise balance of fruit, freshness and restrained oak.
Birra Moretti L’Autentica 500 mL
Italian Beer
Well-balanced, with hoppy and fruity notes, moderate bitterness and a clean aftertaste. A special blend of quality hops is used, while the ingredients list contains water, malted barley, maize and hops. The official profile records 4.6 per cent alcohol and describes this as an Italian lager, with balance, hop character and fruit notes stated for the beer.
Chateau Croix Mouton 2018 Bordeaux Superieur
French Red
Juicy raspberry and crushed blackberry lead, joined by fresh red fruit and a subtle touch of oak and cocoa. The palate is full but easy-moving, with ripe fruit, smooth texture and enough structure to stay composed. It finishes clean, savoury and ready to drink. A dependable match for burgers, roast beef, lamb chops or lentil stew.
Paniza Vinas Viejas 2017 Garnacha
Spanish Red
A generous Garnacha with dark fruits of mulberries and blackberries, drawn from elevated old vines. Dry herbs add a savoury edge to the ripe fruit, keeping the palate grounded and giving the finish welcome definition. Generous without feeling heavy, it is well suited to grilled sausages, roast vegetables, lamb or tomato-based rice and pasta dishes.
Summerhill 2018 Spadefoot Sangiovese
Canadian Red
Ripe red cherry and cranberry lead a bright, savoury palate, joined by dried herbs and a gentle earthy note. Lively acidity gives the fruit shape, while firm but well-judged tannins carry subtle spice through a persistent finish. Energetic rather than heavy, it suits tomato-based pasta, grilled vegetables or roast pork.
Mulderbosch 2023 Faithful Hound
South African Red
Deep red with a purple core, this Stellenbosch red opens on bramble berry, baked rhubarb, ripe plum and liquorice, with a faint earthy, herbaceous note recalling local fynbos. The palate is full, built around sweet berry fruit and polished tannins. Fourteen months in predominantly French oak is matched to the fruit, while a smaller portion matured in tank on its lees.
La Stella 2025 Moscato d’Osoyoos 375mL
Canadian Sparkling
Orange blossom, peach rind, rose petal and melon form an intensely aromatic profile. Light effervescence lifts the fruit, while bright acidity and measured sweetness keep the palate lively rather than heavy. Serve well chilled as an aperitif, with brunch, a cheese board or gently spiced Thai, Cambodian and Vietnamese dishes; it is especially appealing alongside fragrant herbs and mild heat.
Château Roumaud 2016 Loupiac
French Dessert
A Sunday in August 2025 Lilypond Pinot Noir
Canadian Red
Fresh cherry and raspberry sit over a light floral and herbal lift. The palate is supple and energetic, with semi-carbonic fermentation giving the fruit a bright, immediate feel rather than heavy extraction. Gentle savoury notes from a short rest in neutral barrel add shape, while lively acidity carries the red fruit into a clean, lightly textured finish.
Painted Rock 2021 Syrah
Canadian Red
Plum and dark fruit rise with classic black and white pepper. The palate is powerful and generous, layering blackberry, black cherry and ripe plum over a luscious texture. Eighteen months in French and American oak adds breadth and polish, while the peppery character keeps the fruit defined through a persistent finish.
Cartuxa 2022 Pêra-Manca Branco Alentejo DOC
Portuguese White
Fresh lemon, orange peel, melon and white peach lead, joined by green herbs and a quiet floral lift. The palate is bright and tangy, with mineral tension and focused acidity balancing rounder notes of apricot and green fig. Refined and layered, it finishes precise, citrus-driven and gently textured rather than overtly rich.
Quinta Do Sil 2021 Godello Valdeorras
Spanish White
An expressive Godello with ripe pear, mirabelle plum and loquat, layered over aromatic herbs, green tea and a subtle hydrocarbon note. The palate has confident structure and a gently creamy texture, balanced by enough freshness to keep the fruit precise. Persistent and silky on the finish, it combines generous orchard-fruit character with savoury, mineral detail.
Ezio Poggio 2018 Archetipo Timorasso
Italian White
Freshly cut stone fruit and lemon meet a pronounced saline, stony mineral line. The palate is full-bodied and mouth-coating yet driven by precise acidity, with white flowers and subtle herbal detail emerging toward the finish. Concentrated without heaviness, it is well suited to roast poultry, firm fish, risotto or aged cheese.
Planeta 2022 Etna Rosso DOC
Italian Red
Sour cherry and wild strawberry lead, with violet, vanilla and cracked pepper adding lift. Fleshy and smooth on entry, the palate gains savoury definition from rhubarb, iron and a light earthy note. Fresh acidity keeps the fruit clear while fine, measured tannins carry the wine through a composed, gently spicy finish.
Remoissenet Père et Fils 2019 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1Er
French Red
Concentrated Pinot Noir with dark cherry, strawberry and blackcurrant framed by rose and liquorice. Vigorous and chewy in youth, it carries substantial structure, layered fruit and impressive length, gradually softening into leather, truffle and game notes. A serious cellar-minded Burgundy for rib steak, roast duck, lamb or rich, soft-centred cheeses.
Remoissenet 2018 Vosne-Romanée
French Red
Purple and pink wildflowers lead into light spice, black cherry and red plum. Juicy and refined on the palate, the fruit is carried by a silky texture and enough freshness to keep the shape precise. The finish is long and gently spicy. Serve with grilled lamb sausages, duck breast or mushroom dishes.
Collemattoni 2022 Rosato Toscana IGT
Italian Rosé
Rosehip, fresh cherry and strawberry lead, with watermelon, grapefruit and orange zest bringing a bright citrus lift. The palate is dry, lively and gently rounded, carrying its ripe red fruit with clean acidity and a light herbal note. Fresh and persistent through the finish, it suits antipasti, pizza, grilled salmon or young cheeses.
Andeluna 1300 2024 Malbec Uco Valley
Argentinian Red
Violet leads into red plum, strawberry and blackberry, with a subtle mineral note beneath the fruit. Smooth and medium-bodied, the palate has ripe flavour without excess weight, supported by soft tannins and fresh balance. The finish remains floral, dark-fruited and gently savoury. Serve with grilled beef, empanadas or smoky vegetables.
Domaine A.F. Gros 2021 Vosne-Romanée Les Chalandins
French Red
A distinctive floral perfume leads into a direct, finely shaped palate. Silky texture gives the red fruit a graceful flow, while a subtle extra depth develops through the middle. The finish is notably long and detailed, with a flicker of complexity that keeps the wine lively rather than heavy. Elegant now, with the poise to reward careful cellaring.
Domaine Ostertag 2015 Fronholz Riesling
French White
Peach and tangerine make an immediately expressive nose, combining juicy ripeness with aromatic spice and citrus zest. The palate is dry, concentrated and vigorous, with firm acidity, mineral focus and a sleek, crystalline texture. There is real structure and poise beneath the exuberant fruit, carrying the finish with clarity and energy.
Robert Perroud 2023 Terres Blanches Beaujolais-Villages Blanc
French White
Delicate and refreshing, with grapefruit, white peach and bright citrus at the centre of a clean, poised profile. The palate stays light on its feet, balancing ripe fruit with a fresh, gently textured feel and a neat finish. Serve well chilled with roast chicken, grilled fish, fresh cheeses or vegetable dishes; it is equally comfortable as an elegant aperitif.
Lorgeril 2025 Voyageur Pinot Noir
French Red
Red cherry, raspberry and violet lead with a leafy touch of blackcurrant. The palate is supple and poised, layering bright red fruit over smooth tannins and balanced acidity. A discreet peppery note adds definition, while the finish remains fresh, gently savoury and impressively persistent for its light-footed frame.
Broadbent 1994 Vintage Port
Portuguese Fortified
Pepper and warm spice frame a concentrated core of dark fruit. The palate is broad and generous, carrying black cherry, plum and a touch of liquorice through a smooth, mature texture. Firm but resolved tannins give the sweetness shape rather than weight. The finish is long and warming, leaving dark berries, cocoa, spice and a gently savoury echo.
Villa Oeiras NV 15-Year-Old Carcavelos
Portuguese Fortified
Dried sultana and apricot lead into bitter orange, roasted hazelnut and a quiet trace of sea smoke. The palate is concentrated and velvety, with sweet rancio spice and polished oak richness held in check by elegant acidity. A subtle saline-mineral thread keeps the wine energetic, carrying dried fruit and warm spice through a long, resonant finish.
Château La Rabotine 2025 Sancerre
French White
Elderflower and acacia rise first, followed by wildflower honey, pineapple and a light confectionery note. The palate is fresh and smooth, with lemon and citrus bringing clean definition to the riper fruit. Bright acidity holds everything in balance, carrying the wine into a tangy, polished and refreshing finish.
Château Moncontour 2025 Vouvray Sec
French White