Nose: Smoky, earthy, and herbal with notes of roasted agave, charred wood, and hints of citrus. Taste: Rich and complex, with flavors of smoky mezcal, roasted agave, black pepper, and a touch of sweetness. Palate: Full-bodied and velvety, with a lingering smoky finish and a subtle spiciness.

From the Bolgheri DOC, the Poggio Al Tesoro is owned by the Allegrini family of Valpolicella fame. The Sondraia is the flagship wine made with a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Full bodied and intense with aromas and flavours of black currant, blackberry and spice, it's an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats and wild game.

Finished in Lustau oloroso sherry butts, look for an amber hue and a rich aroma that suggests dried figs and dates. The palate benefits from a splash of water, which coaxes cocoa and prune notes, winding into a warming finish with cinnamon and clove heat.

IWA 5 Assemblage 3, a sake by Richard Geoffroy, is known for its elegant and complex profile. Tasting notes reveal a vibrant aroma with floral and fruity elements, often including peach and apricot, alongside a hint of minerality. The palate is smooth and balanced, showcasing a delicate umami layer and a crisp, enduring finish. It also exhibits notes of white pepper, a signature characteristic of IWA.

Ripe and fresh black fruits and plum predominate with chocolate notes and hints of tobacco leaf. It has a mineral character that highlights the smell of the earth, mixed with aromas of aromatic plants. Voluminous, full, and broad with very fine and noble tannins.

Nose: Intense aromas of blackberries, black cherries, and plums, with hints of garrigue, lavender, and black pepper. Taste: Rich and full-bodied, with flavors of ripe dark fruits, black olives, and herbs. Subtle notes of licorice and earthiness. Palate: Well-structured with firm tannins and a good acidity. Long and persistent finish, showcasing the wine's complexity and elegance.

The 2019 Alter Ego de Palmer is a vibrant, complex Margaux Bordeaux, known for its intense dark fruit (black cherry, cassis, plum), floral notes (violets), and hints of spice, tobacco, and chocolate, offering a rich, velvety texture with silky tannins, great freshness, and a balanced, energetic profile that delivers depth often associated with a Grand Vin, showcasing a forward, fruit-driven style that's enjoyable young but capable of aging. 

Komos Reposado Rosa is a tequila made from Blue Weber agave that is aged for 65 days in French oak red wine barrels, giving it a pink hue and notes of dark berries, chocolate, and vanilla. It is double-distilled in copper stills and undergoes a final aeration process in Greek wine amphorae to soften its texture. The tequila is presented in a unique, handmade, up-cyclable ceramic bottle.

Reflecting centuries of winemaking mastery, Chateau Giscours 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 sweet fortified red made from a blend of wines aged for an average of 30 years in oak casks before being bottled. Complex in its aromas and flavors, it shows ripe, jammy fruit followed by floral notes, herbs and sweet spices and dried fruit, plums and licorice, all supported and balanced by refreshing acidity and a firm, creamy texture. Alcohol 20%.

The nosing passes find lightly toasted malt notes along with wood, sawdust, distant mint, and light caramel—not the most expressive Highland Park bouquet. The palate entry highlights the maltiness; at midpalate the taste becomes sweeter and honey like complementing the grain/malt base. Finishes assertively with the spirit underlining the honeyed sweetness.

Penderyn Gold Range Portwood is a 46% ABV Welsh single malt whisky matured in bourbon barrels and finished in port casks, offering a rich, creamy, and fruity profile. It features prominent notes of dried fruits, dark chocolate, cranberries, toasty oak, and honey, often described as a, sweet and full-bodied, unpeated whisky.

A classic premium Scotch from a company who have been making great blended whisky for more than 100 years. Chivas Regal 18 Year Old is a smooth, rounded blend with a rich nutty aroma of toffee and candied citrus fruit.

The Bowmore Distillery, established in 1779 and located on Islay is so close to the sea, the Atlantic waves smash against the iconic sea-facing wall. This salt spray of this No. 1 Vaults release is a key tasting note. The aromas will give you bright orange zest and marmalade drizzled with the sea and the palate will give you salted honeycomb, iodine soaked blood orange, ocean spiced blackberry and kumquat. Ageing in ex-bourbon casks adds greater depth to this spirit.

Glen Garioch (prounouced 'Geery') is one of the oldest operating distilleries in Scotland, located in the quaint and historic town of Oldmeldrum, near Aberdeen, the most easterly located. They've been distilling since 1797, but 200 years in 1997, they re-opened after being closed for two years and started the Renaissance line. This 18-year-old is the 4th and final chapter in the lineup, understanding the character of an 18 year old. Matured for 18 years in both bourbon and sherry barrels, this light golden amber Scotch has a nose of honey, toffee, vanilla and some white chocolate. The taste is big and bold with oaky spices, pepper and cinnamon and a long, smooth finish.

Casa Raia was purchased in 2006 by Frenchman Pierre Jean Monnoyer who restored the old vineyards and began producing natural wines with three labels, the "supertuscan" Bevilo, a Sangiovese Rose and this Brunello di Montalcino. Made with 100% Sangiovese (as required by law) this ageable beauty is elegant with a nose of cherry, cinnamon, thyme and hints of pencil shavings and earth. Certainly one of the best "natural" wines out there.

If you typically prefer powerful, youthful Napa Cabernets but are curious about trying Burgundy wines, the 2018 Beaune 1er Cru is a great place to start your journey. This wine stays true to the qualities of the 2018 vintage, showcasing ripe, dark berry fruit flavors with notes of blackberry and dark raspberry that convey intensity and power through the finish. The cuvee benefits from a significant portion of old vines, which contribute to its concentration and structured quality on the palate. Overall, this wine offers a fruit-forward character that is typical of the 2018 vintage, making it the boldest selection in this lineup.

Louis Latour Chateau de Blagny 1er Cru is a high-quality white wine from the Burgundy region of France. Made entirely from Chardonnay grapes, this wine is fermented in oak barrels and aged for 8 to 10 months, resulting in a complex and nuanced flavor profile. The wine is characterized by its notes of citrus, apple, and pear, along with hints of vanilla and toasty oak. On the palate, it is well-structured and balanced, with a refreshing acidity and a long, satisfying finish. This wine can be enjoyed on its own as an aperitif, or paired with a range of seafood, poultry, or light pasta dishes.

Beringer Private Reserve represents the pinnacle of the portfolio. Former Chief Winemakers Myron Nightingale and Ed Sbragia created the Private Reserve program in 1977 with the goal of crafting Napa's finest Cabernet Sauvignon.

Nose: Sweet prunes, dried fruits and raisins; sponge cake with hot chocolate sauce, a hint of coffee and honey aromas. Taste: Sweet liquorice, dark berries, jam and candied fruits, juicy apricots, caramel with roasted coffee beans with some sweet spice. Finish: Sweet sherry notes, dried fruits with a hint of oak.

Big and rich, with expressive beef and earthy notes to the dark plum and roasted dark cherry flavors, which are backed by firm tannins and acidity. Creamy in the midpalate, with hints of dried green herbs and dark chocolate on the finish.

Benriach The Smoky Twelve is a 12-year-old Speyside single malt, matured in bourbon, sherry, and Marsala wine casks, delivering a rich balance of sweet, creamy fruit and highland peat smoke. Bottled at 46% ABV, it features notes of dark chocolate, charred orange, vanilla, and roasted almonds, resulting in a smooth, multi-layered, and complex profile.

Nose: Intense and complex aromas of ripe fruits, including plums and cherries, with hints of vanilla and cocoa. Taste: Rich and velvety on the palate, with flavors of dark chocolate, dried fruits, and a touch of spice. Palate: Full-bodied and well-balanced, with a long and persistent finish that showcases the elegance and finesse of this grappa.

91 points -Jeb Dunnuck "The outstanding 2016 Château Marquis de Terme is an attractive, elegant wine that has classic Margaux character. Black cherry and blackberry fruits, hints of graphite and smoke earth, and plenty of tobacco leaf all emerge from this medium-bodied effort, which has some firm tannins and a great finish. Give bottles 3-4 years to let these tannins chill out, and it should drink beautifully for 15+ years. " (2/2019)

This 100% Timorasso is native to the Tortona area in Piemonte. The ancient name is Derthona and often seen on the labels. Before nearing extinction, this grape was brought back to life by Walter Massa, knowing there was great potential. The grape ages remarkably well and will resemble a dry Riesling with five years of age or more. This single vineyard of Costa del Vento shows aromas and flavours of white flowers, stone fruits, and bright citrus. It will always have high acidity and be voluptuous. These wines can sometimes border on feeling "alcoholic" so chill to temper and decant for best tasting experience.

Not just Barolo, but single vineyard Barolo which makes these wines even more special. The typical flavours of roses and dried cherries is evident in this powerful Nebbiolo and of course these wines will age for decades, into 2040. On the nose, the wine exhibits rich, intense aromas of red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, alongside hints of licorice, tobacco, and leather. On the palate, it is full-bodied with firm tannins, a great structure, and a long, persistent finish. The wine has a complex flavor profile that includes dark berries, plums, and black pepper, with subtle hints of vanilla and spice. The oak aging process adds a layer of complexity and depth to the wine, while the high acidity gives it a vibrant freshness. This is a well-balanced wine that showcases the elegance and power of the Barolo region. It can be enjoyed now or aged for several years to come.

Saint Joseph in the Northern Rhone is only authorized for 100% Syrah. Black pepper, warm spice, black cherry, and iron minerality, it would be best to put this away and let the tannins settle down, or open for several hours before serving to open. Classic Rhone Valley Syrah.

Nose: Buttery popcorn (a mix of salted and toffee coated), barbecued sweetcorn, and sticky Tarte Tatin are bolstered by a touch of rubber and charred mint. Palate: Salted pretzels and cured meats lead the way, with oily malt and a touch of polished oak in tow. Finish: Fresh leather and salted caramel are joined by drying spices and crackles of pepper.

With a bold and smoky aroma, this whisky captivates the senses with sweet spice, dried dark fruit, caramel, tar, brine, and toasted nuts. On the palate, it delivers richness, sweetness, and smoothness, unveiling robust flavors of smoky campfire, cumin, molasses, and peat, accompanied by hints of apple crumble and spice.

Honour the union of the Centaur and Snake with Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal in a limited-edition canister featuring Huang Yuxing’s dynamic artwork. Crafted with a long barrel-toasting process, this smooth and oaky cognac delivers an extraordinary sensory experience, making it the ultimate Lunar New Year gift.

Nose: Rich and aromatic with notes of dried fruits, vanilla, and caramel. Taste: Smooth and velvety on the palate, with flavors of dark chocolate, toffee, and roasted nuts. Palate: Complex and well-balanced, with hints of oak, spices, and a touch of sweetness.

Showing just the faintest straw tinge in the glass, this single-maguey mezcal offers a zesty dried-herb scent. The palate also shows plenty of dried herb flavor, plus hints of tomato, citrus peel and a strongly smoky midpalate, finishing with a minty fade.

Nose: Rich caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak. Taste: Smooth and balanced with notes of honey, cinnamon, and dried fruit. Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with hints of toffee, spice, and a touch of smokiness.

Glenmorangie Nectar D'Or is a 46% ABV Highland single malt, initially aged in American oak bourbon casks and finished in French Sauternes dessert wine casks. It offers a dessert-like profile with notes of lemon tart, honeycomb, ginger, and toasted almonds. The palate is creamy and silky, featuring citrus and a long, sweet, and nutty finish.

Derived from the infusion of lemon peels in alcohol, Limoncello stands as one of Italy's most renowned liqueurs, celebrated worldwide. Rooted in ancient tradition, it exquisitely captures the natural essence and vibrant flavor of Italian lemons, delivering a refreshing and invigorating experience.

The Katvis Pinot is crafted from grapes sourced from two distinct sites, a testament to the collaborative effort of Margaux Nel and Leon Coetzee, two emerging winemakers shaping the landscape of modern South African wine. This wine is characterized by its taut and precise nature, offering a spectrum of fruit flavors such as cherry, raspberry, and cranberry, complemented by lifted floral aromas, earthy undertones, and subtle spice notes.

Bright light pink with sparkling core. Aromas of red grapefruit, gooseberry and a touch of nettle on the nose, mineral finish. Taut on the palate, with plenty of traction, juicy fruit and long finish.

Garrison Brothers Small Batch Straight Bourbon is a premium, Texas-born wheated bourbon handcrafted from a sweet mash of food-grade corn, red winter wheat, and barley. Aged in new American white oak barrels under the extreme Texas heat, this bold 94-proof (47% ABV) whiskey offers rich, sweet flavors without a harsh bite.

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (ECBP) is a highly acclaimed, uncut, and non-chill filtered straight bourbon whiskey bottled directly from the barrel, typically aged for 12 years (though recent batches vary). It is released three times yearly (A, B, C), featuring intense caramel, oak, and baking spice notes with a high proof.