Kujira Ryukyu Single Grain Whisky 10 years was distilled from 100% premium Indica rice and matured in White Oak Virgin casks for more than 10 years.Nose: Rich and sweet butter with caramel, spices from sapwood like bourbon whisky. Palate: sweet and buttery, like caramel, roasted wood, liquorice. With an extinguish taste of spice such as cloves and cinnamon. Finish: bitterness with long finish of spices, that brings back the sweetness    

Exceptionally complex, fine-smelling aszú made with furmint base wine and linden-leaf aszú grain. In addition to its intense fruity aroma and good acids, it has a completely smooth, elegant structure. Its sugar content can be described in the background, its main value in its complexity and impeccable balance. A lovely but firm wine, taking full advantage of the vintage. An excellent accessory for desserts and cigars.

Perhaps not as popular as the neighbouring vineyards of Lynch-Bages, it is still very much Pauillac with many improvements being done at both the Chateau and in the vineyards in recent years. Made from 83% Cabernet Sauvignon for that power, structure, and flavour profile; and 17% Merlot for softness and roundness, this can still be further aged, but can be opened and enjoyed now. Enjoy the notes of tobacco, graphite, plum, black currants, mushrooms, and dried fruit of this wine!

Another well known Chateau from Margaux, this popular third growth of the 1855 Classification offers great value/quality from Margaux. With a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot and 20% Merlot, this is a ‘pretty' wine with floral and black tea notes interwoven with the plum, red cherry, cassis, cedar, and graphite. A classy wine that can be enjoyed now.

Chateau du Tertre is a 5th growth in the 1855 Classification, located in the Margaux appellation on the left bank of Bordeaux. The chateau itself is 1000 years old, stretching over 52ha. In 1961, the estate was acquired by Phillipe Gasqueton who restored the vineyards and chateau after WWII. After his death in 1995, his widow sold the property to the neighbouring owners of Chateau Giscours, a 3rd Growth. In 1997, the estate was restructured and redesigned by the current Dutch owners of Albada-Jelgersma. This red blend has mainly cabernet sauvignon, with the balance of merlot, cabernet franc and petit verdot. A typical Margaux style with elegant floral and red fruits on the nose, yet with plenty of tobacco, cedar and dried herbs with a soft texture, and fresh acidity. Wait a couple of years to enjoy this and drink from 2025-2040.

94 Points-Wine Enthusiast "This is a beautiful tropical fruit and spice-flavored wine. It has an exotic, ripe feel to it that is already attractive. The tight, mineral texture promises good aging." 93 Points-Robert Parker's Wine Advocate "The Chateau de Fieuzal Blanc 2014 has an attractive nose: lime mixed with citrus fruit and touches of grilled walnut coming through with aeration. The palate is quite shrill on the entry with attacking lime and citrus scents. The acidity is quite strong here, but there is plenty of fruit and a lovely sense of tension on the finish. This is an excellent Pessac-Leognan from this rejuvenated estate. Range: 91-93"93 Points-James Suckling "A dry white with lots of mineral and white-pepper character as well as lightly cooked apples and lemons. Full-bodied, yet this remains agile and lively. Intense finish. Layered and structured. Little oily. Drink now or hold."

Spicy, mellow smoke on the nose and a honeyed sweet maltiness with an explosion of pepper. On the palate, sweetly mellow and rich followed quickly by a spicy heat, like a gathering Storm. The flavour is elegantly drawn out with a balance of sweetness, smoke and salt. The finish is clean, warming, with a lasting aftertaste.

Suntory Whisky Ao is a Japanese blended whisky produced by Suntory, one of Japan's most renowned distilleries. "Ao" means "blue" in Japanese and is meant to evoke the image of the pristine waters of Japan. The whisky is made with a combination of malt and grain whiskies, which are carefully selected by Suntory's master blenders and aged in different types of casks, including American oak, Spanish oak, and sherry casks. The result is a smooth and balanced whisky with a delicate aroma of honey, vanilla, and oak, complemented by a sweet and spicy taste with notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Suntory Whisky Ao is a premium whisky that is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks, and its elegant and minimalist bottle design reflects the attention to detail and craftsmanship that goes into its production.

MacNair’s Lum Reek is a range of blended malts produced by the GlenAllachie Distillers Company. Created by Billy Walker, this composition is built around peated Islay and Speyside whiskies, mixed with GlenAllachie single malt. The whiskies are drawn from a combination of Oloroso, virgin oak and red wine casks. Nose: a nice start on elegant smoke, tobacco leaves and hints of cedar wood, mixed with raisin sweetness, toffee and a good dose of vanilla. Plum jam. Cinnamon. Lemon zest. Hints of cocoa in the background. Maybe not hugely expressive – elegance is key here. Taste: s layered combination of dry and sweet notes again. Peaches, marmalade and berries, some honey and dark chocolate. Some old leather and pleasant woody touches. Toffee. Pepper. The earthy smoke is present but never overpowering. Finish: medium to long, more ashy and spicy with lingering cocoa.

Pristine, attractive fruit with perfume and freshness. Dark-berry and plum notes, as well as cassis and brambleberries, define the character of both nose and palate. The tannins are saturated in ripe dark berries and plums and deliver a superbly fresh, shimmering, dark-fruited finish. Wow-factor is strong here in 2016.

The Sassenach Select is a unique collaboration between El Tequileño and The Sassenach Spirits teams, led by Antonio “Tony” Salles and Scottish actor Sam Heughan. This exceptional blend is crafted using award-winning base spirits, matured agave from Jalisco Highlands, and mineral-rich water from El Volcán de Tequila. Distilled in traditional copper pot stills, it's aged for two years in American oak barrels and finished in French oak barrels, resulting in a bold and distinctive flavor profile. A limited-edition label, The Sassenach Select offers a truly unique sipping experience, showcasing the cultural fusion of Scotland and Mexico in a fine spirit.

Aromas of newsprint, damp foliage, and wood spice dominate on the nose. Confident, almost fizzy sherry notes on the full palate, with sultanas, figs, and fruit spices. It becomes progressively more citric. The lengthy finish produces dark chocolate dipped in chili sauce. A sherry-soaked dram.

Cambridge Japanese Gin is a 42% ABV, premium spirit from the Cambridge Distillery, designed to highlight Japanese botanicals through individual, low-temperature vacuum distillation. It features a unique, savory, and fresh profile with key notes of yuzu, shiso leaf, sesame, and sansho pepper, offering a "London meets Tokyo" experience. 

Small Gully crafts bold and intense Barossa wines that showcase the region's vibrant fruit character through meticulous vineyard management. This wine is smooth, succulent, and robust, featuring intense blackberry, caramel, and cocoa flavors balanced by good acidity. Polished in texture, it offers glowing notes of plum, sage, cream, and spice, with a dry, plush palate and a long, lithe finish.

Aged for a minimum of five years, the Padelletti Brunello di Montalcino Reserva is a premium red wine that is made from 100% Sangiovese grapes grown in the Montalcino region of Tuscany, Italy. This wine is characterized by its deep ruby color, intense aromas of dark fruit, leather, and spice, and its full-bodied, complex flavor profile that is marked by notes of black cherry, tobacco, and vanilla. The wine is aged in oak barrels for three years, followed by two years of bottle aging, which gives it a smooth, velvety texture and a long, lingering finish. This wine is a perfect accompaniment to hearty meat dishes, aged cheeses, and rich pasta dishes.

Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé is a highly acclaimed, delicate champagne known for its pale pink color, fine bubbles, and subtle red berry aromas. Primarily composed of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier (often with 6% red wine added), it offers a creamy texture with flavors of strawberry, raspberry, and citrus zest, leading to a long, precise finish.

Chateau Haut-Bailly (Pessac-Leognan)- Chateau Haut-Bailly always delivers amazing wine, and this vintage is no exception. With aromatic and dense black fruits of cherry and cassis the 66% Cabernet Sauvignon and 34% Merlot is savory and delightful with earthy minerality and tobacco nuances. Be patient and you will be rewarded with a supremely delicious wine. You won't have to wait too long though as 2024 will mark 10 years in the bottle and the wine will start to show well. Drink 2024-2035.

Chateau Gazin is a high quality winery located in the Pomerol AOC on the right bank of Bordeaux, representing five generations of owners and growers. With 23ha of vineyards, the clay-gravel plateau is perfect for merlot and cabernet franc. The 2019 is a blend of 89% merlot, 7% cabernet sauvignon and 4% cabernet franc. A solid Pomerol that has spicy red and black cherry fruit, notes of cedar, violets and plum with a vull-bodied, velvety and textural palate. This will no doubt age incredibly over the long haul!

Time-honoured and exquisitely smooth, Lana Tequila Añejo undergoes extended barrel aging, resulting in a deeply layered and indulgent spirit. Warm aromas of dark chocolate, dried fruit, and roasted nuts lead to a silky palate of oak, spice, and butterscotch. This is a tequila meant for slow sipping—rich, elegant, and unforgettable.

The Château Talbot 2020 is a powerful yet elegant Saint-Julien Bordeaux, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, offering deep color and complex aromas of blackberry, cassis, tobacco, and licorice, with firm tannins, fresh acidity, and notes of graphite and spice, promising excellent aging potential with a balanced, savory, and persistent finish, considered a great success for the château. 

Balancing complexity and finesse, Chateau Beau-Sejour Becot 2020 offers silky tannins interwoven with flavors of blackberry, tobacco, and graphite —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

A 25-year-old Bas Armagnac typically offers a rich, complex flavor profile with notes of caramel, dried fruits, and vanilla, often accompanied by subtle spice and oaky notes. The finish is generally long, with lingering hints of chocolate, coffee, and a touch of cinnamon.

A sophisticated powdery pink robe with luminous glints of wild rose. Delicate, vivacious bubbles are the result of an ageing period of 36 months. A base of 20% of reserve wines, white and red, gives this rose blend a subtle, yet complex nose. The initial fragrances from the 5-6% of elegant red wines are redolent of homemade strawberry jam mixed with the fruitiness of blood peach. A meticulous selection of crus gives the Charles Heidsieck Rose Reserve the rich warm notes of gingerbread and cinnamon. The deep powerful mouthfeel, the result of ageing in thousand-year-old cellars offers a burst of strawberry, raspberry and blackberry nestled in velvety whipped cream.

Matured in first-fill sherry and bourbon casks as well as refill casks. Marvelously rustic on the nose, with aromas of dried forest leaves and bramble, lemon, vanilla, peach, and light sherry soapiness. Honeyed texture and flavor on the palate, pleasantly bright with honey, lemon tea, apricot and peach tart, which continues to a smooth and honeyed finish with notes of cinnamon, marmalade, and sliced orange. Delicious, straightforward, and enjoyable.

Gahoujin Junmai Dai-Ginjo (我逢人) is a premium, award-winning Japanese sake from Nakano Sake Brewery, crafted with Yamadanishiki rice polished to 30%. It features a fruity aroma (melon, apple, peach) with a creamy, rich texture, a subtle sweetness, and a clean, refreshing finish.

Daishichi Minowamon Junmai Daiginjo (Fukushima) is a premium, award-winning sake crafted using the traditional kimoto method and innovative "super-flat" rice polishing (50% ratio). It features a silky, creamy texture with elegant, refined notes of pear, mango, and melon, balanced by a rich umami backbone, offering a clean, smooth finish. 

Clément Cuvée Homère is a premium, aged rhum agricole from Martinique, created as an homage to founder Homère Clément. A "Hors d'Age" blend, it combines rums aged for 6 to 15+ years in oak barrels, offering a complex, velvety profile of dark mahogany color with notes of toasted caramel, candied orange, dried fruits, and tobacco.

The Dalmore 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Select is an elegant Highland Single Malt (43% ABV) that is matured in American white oak ex-bourbon casks before being finished in a special blend of aged Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez sherry casks. It features notes of caramelised orange, ginger, sultanas, dark chocolate, and cinnamon.

The Cogno family has been making wine for four generations in Piedmont. Located in Novello (one of the 11 communes in which Barolo can be made), it is now being run by Elvio's daughter Nadia and her husband Valter Fissore, the current winemaker. Ravera is a powerful Nebbiolo that has enticing scents of rose, tobacco and perfumed berry, along with a palate of violet, raspberry compote, star anise and wild mint. he finish is complex with some spice notes. This wine will no doubt become better with age. 

93/100 Tim Atkin Domaine l'Enclos' 2020 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudsier demonstrates both elegance and power: apple, pear, quince, orange and orange zest, notes of vanilla, bread crust and coffee with milk. Everything is dominated by a scent of sea air, dried oyster shell and seaweed. A great opening on the tongue, lots of light and juicy fruit combine with a fine acidity which is wonderfully integrated into the fondant of the fruit. A high-class Chablis.

Inky dark purple core and hue. Pure and layered nose displaying ripe black currant, plum an aromatic herbal spiciness, tobacco leaf, fine wood and violet notes. Nice density and grip on the palate, ample dark fruit notes of cassis and cherry with good layers of sage, bay leaf, tobacco, liquorice and fine wood. Ample and structured with plenty of grainy tannin and a balancing fresh acidity, powerful yet in an elegant style with a very long and lingering finish.

A dense, opaque wine with classic Fonseca aromas and flavours, dense blackberry and blackcurrant, spice, coffee, cocoa, and prune. Thick, velvety tannins give the wine a voluptuous density on the palate. This wine will develop for decades in the bottle. 98 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate Sappy and sensational in flavour and fruit, moderate tannins around the edges on first taste, velvety texture and a long finish. The combination of great fruit and fine structure makes this a great Fonseca.

The 2020 Echo de Lynch-Bages is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, aging for around 12 months in one year-old French oak barriques. It has an alcohol of 13.03%, a pH of 3.78 and an IPT (tannin index) of 80. Deep garnet-purple in colour, it rolls out of the glass with expressive, upfront notes of baked black and red cherries, plum preserves and blackcurrant cordial, followed by hints of new leather, tobacco leaf and a medicinal waft. The medium-bodied palate is chock-full of savoury flavours, with a chewy texture and just enough freshness, finishing a little rustic.

Langjiu 'Honghua Lang' 10 Year Old is a premium 53% ABV Sichuan sauce-aroma baijiu known for its smooth, complex, and savory profile. Aged in Tian Bao Cave, this sorghum-based spirit features a distinct, elegant soy sauce aroma. It is packaged in a vibrant red ceramic bottle representing luck and joy.

Koya is a range of Chinese brandies produced at a state- of-the-art chateau, situated in the Shandong province, near the port of Yantai. The VSOP expression has been aged for six years, and it’s very floral and fruity in style, with a lovely syrupy texture. It offers notes of candied apricot, quince, nougat, raisins, vanilla, orange zest and tropical fruit.

Winner of a 2016 World Beer Cup Award, The 33 Acres of Euphoria is a Belgian Trippel that is bottle conditioned and sold in 750ml bottles. Coming in at 9.2% alcohol this is a big and intense beer, don’t tell the food and inspection agency though as the beer is mislabeled as being a “strong beer” as opposed to “Extra Strong Beer”. This beer pours from the (not easily opened) corked bottle a colour of hazy gold topped with one finger of head that settles without a trace. The aroma is sweet with a moderate Belgian yeast character along side notes of coriander, wheat, orange peel and a mellow booziness. Tasting the beer, low carbonation meets a creamy mouthfeel and sweetness. The sweetness masks the boozy character from the nose and subdues the coriander spice and orange peel notes. While perhaps a touch under carbonated this is a well crafted, traditional style Belgian Tripel.

"Dark, brilliant ruby red. On the nose it is finely drawn, with nuances of ripe cherry, withered rose petal and some sealing wax, in the echo there are generous earthy tones and a touch of blackberry. On the palate it is gripping and profound, with clear, polished fruit and a good portion of tannin, in addition it is juicy and salty, currently still very young, put away." - 93/100, Falstaff

A pale gold, light-bodied spirit with a brisk feel and hearty alcohol sting. The scent landed somewhere between smoky and menthol, bringing to mind menthol cigarettes. But the flavor was warm and honey-like.