Nose: Herbal, anise, fennel, wormwood, mint, citrus. Taste: Rich, complex, licorice, herbal, floral, earthy, slight bitterness. Palate: Smooth, creamy, full-bodied, balanced, lingering finish.

This is a structured, full-bodied wine that has solid tannins and concentrated fruitiness. It is packed with red-berry flavors, ripe tannins and spice from the wood aging. The wine will take time to develop.

Nose: Aromas of ripe red cherries, blackberries, and hints of violet. Taste: Flavors of juicy raspberries, cranberries, and subtle notes of baking spices. Palate: Silky and smooth texture with well-integrated tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, elegant finish.

Boroli Barolo DOCG is a premium, traditionalist Nebbiolo from Piedmont, Italy, known for balancing structure with elegance. Produced by the family-run winery in Castiglione Falletto, it offers a vibrant ruby-red color with notes of cherry, plum, red fruit, roses, and subtle spices. It is characterized by velvety tannins, high acidity, and a long, savory finish. 

A deep, dark red-black color is almost opaque with a purple rim. Juicy black-cherry aromas are overlaid by vanilla, spices, ginger & orange peel with high-toned raisin & attractive clean cedar notes. After the nose, the palate is muted at first. Fine, velvety tannins gives good bite & a concentrated bitter licorice nature to the dark-fruit. On the mid-palate cedary oak overlays juicy black-cherry fruit. A long elegant finish has exotic warm spices.

Sansui Josen Sake is a 15-16% ABV Japanese sake characterized by a soft, smooth body, featuring layered fruity flavors with gentle acidity. It offers a balanced,, crisp, and refreshing, yet satisfying finish. It is a versatile choice, pairing well with seafood, charcuterie, or mild cheeses.

Nose: Fresh red fruits, hints of citrus, and floral aromas. Taste: Crisp and lively with notes of raspberry, strawberry, and lemon zest. Palate: Vibrant acidity, delicate bubbles, and a long, mineral finish.

Earthy aromas include herbal notes, a hint of tomato sauce, asphalt and dusty berry fruits. This has a raw tannic exterior but is softer in the middle. Flavors of saucy, herbal plum and blackberry come with notes of tobacco and olive, while this is drawing and gritty on the finish, with a roasted quality.

Aromas of ripe wild berry, blue flower and forest floor mingle with a balsamic whiff of camphor. Full-bodied and firmly structured, the palate offers ripe black-skinned berry, raspberry compote, licorice and menthol alongside tightly knit, fine-grained tannins. Kerin O’Keefe

A richly textured wine, with super floral aromas of lilac and wild roses joining black cherries, cedar and pipe tobacco. Lush, concentrated blackberry and dark plum flavors glide over the palate. This Merlot is hedonistic and enjoyable.

Nose: The nose of Shelter Point Distillery's 'Ripple Rock' Single Malt Whisky is filled with enticing aromas of rich caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak. Hints of dried fruits and a subtle floral note add complexity to the bouquet. Taste: On the palate, this whisky delivers a smooth and velvety mouthfeel. Flavors of sweet toffee, butterscotch, and honeycomb dominate, accompanied by a gentle spiciness of cinnamon and nutmeg. The taste is well-balanced and showcases the distillery's commitment to craftsmanship. Palate: The finish is long and warming, leaving a lingering sweetness on the palate. Notes of dark chocolate and roasted nuts emerge, complemented by a touch of oak and a hint of sea salt. Overall, Shelter Point Distillery's 'Ripple Rock' Single Malt Whisky is a delightful expression that showcases the distillery's dedication to producing exceptional Canadian whisky.

The Tollot-Beaut family is a based at Chorey-Les-Beaune with vineyards located in Beaune, Savigny, Aloxe-Corton and a small holding in Corton Charlemagne. The 2020 Corton Grand Cru, which comes from Les Combes as usual (though not on the label), has a lovely nose with brambly red fruit, black truffle and subtle pencil box aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins, very fine tension and an almost sorbet-fresh, quite mouth-coating finish. It will require time in bottle...but this Corton will be worth the wait.

The Chronicles collection debuted two years ago with the release of the 40 year old. This, the third annual release, incorporates a smidgen of younger rye and a dash of brandy. The nose and palate are deep and complex. Fruity and floral on the nose, with hints of raisin tarts, apple skins, and apricots. A sweet fruitiness, with mild peppers, baking spices, and a crisp, vaguely tannic backbone. Extended fruity, glowing finish.

Jian Nan Chun - Dong Fang Hong is a prestigious, high-end strong-aroma (Nongxiang) Baijiu from Mianzhu, Sichuan, representing the pinnacle of the brand's traditional, multi-grain (sorghum, rice, glutinous rice, wheat, corn) brewing techniques. Known for its complex, tropical fruit aroma, it offers a smooth, balanced, and savory flavor with a long-lasting, refined finish.

This comes from a selection of vineyards on very stony, chalky soils. With 20% whole clusters in the fermentation and 20 months in casks, this wine is mute on the nose—it has nothing at all to say, but the palate sure does. It's extremely fruity and rich in acidity and freshness. The austerity is what defines the tannic structure here—a skeleton of tannins like a tense, steel network. A wine that goes far beyond the variety to speak of the place. A mountain wine.

This is really excellent with creamy tannins and a lovely berry, currant and blueberry character. Full and luscious for the vintage. Superb. Second wine of Ausone.

The vineyard of Vosne-Romanée covers about 240 ha on Vosne-Romanée and Flagey-Echezeaux. The village of Vosne-Romanée, situated at the heart of the Côte de Nuits, is comprised of six fabulous Grands Crus such as Romanée-Conti, Tâche, Richebourg… whereas its neighbor, Flagey-Echezeaux, shelters Echezeaux and Grands-Echezeaux. The production of Grands Crus represents ¼ of the vineyard. Les Echezeaux itself covers only 34.8 hectares, at an altitude varying between 230 and 300 meters above sea level, with a rather complex mixture of soils: limestone, red silt, marl…

Grgich Hills Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium, sustainably-farmed Napa Valley red, known for a balanced, "Old World" style (similar to 1980s Napa cabs) rather than overly jammy profiles. It features bright acidity, velvety tannins, and complex notes of dark fruit (black cherry, blackberry), herbs, cedar, and earth.

One of the great vineyards of Napa Valley, farmer Nathan Fay planted this in 1961. It was the first vineyard planted to Cabernet Sauvignon in the Stags' Leap District. Stag's Leap cellars purchased the vineyard in 1986 and it continues to be one of the signature wines of the lineup, garnering 90+ scores year after year. The 2019 shows dust, clove and graphite with secondary hints of violet, sage and tree bark. While this can be enjoyed now, it is recommended to cellar and enjoy from 2029-2039. This vintage scored a perfect 100 points with Wine Enthusiast

The S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon is rich and complex with aromas of currants, violets, and dusty cocoa powder. Generous dark fruit flavors dominate the palate and meld with hints of graphite. The tannins are structured but have a soft edge, and the Napa Cabernet finishes with a dark chocolate note.

A 2008-vintage Champagne from Bruno Paillard's Nec Plus Ultra range, a collection of Champagnes from only the best vintages. Made with a blend of 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Noir grapes from Grand Cru vineyards, aromas of redcurrants, wild strawberries, raspberries, cherries, ginger, honeysuckle and quince appear on the nose and are echoed throughout the palate. Try enjoying this Champagne as an aperitif, or accompanied by langoustine, saffron risotto or quail.

Domaine Harmand -Geoffroy is a family owned winery dating back to the 19th century. The family owns 22ha of vineyards in the prestigious Gevrey-Chambertin appellation. Most of the vines are over 50-years old, some reaching 85 years. The Lavaux St. Jacques is a Premier Cru vineyard located just west of the village of Gevrey-Chambertin. This 9.5ha vineyard is planted entirely to Pinot Noir and is considered to be one of the best Premier Cru in the region. The resulting wines are rich and lush. Matured in 50% new oak, this 100% pinot noir shows mineral intensity with spicy black fruit overlaying an earthy core. This powerful wine needs time to reveal its inner layers, but an underlying sense of freshness promises that this wine will age for decades.

The truly exceptional 2018 vintage of Viñedo Chadwick displays an intense ruby red colour with violet shimmer. Elegant, fresh and linear entry on the nose, with aromas of cherry, cassis, raspberry and delicate notes of blueberry pie. The palate shows red fruit and blackberry, all framed by soft tones of bitter chocolate and some cedar, subtly filled by very fine-grained and silky tannins. Extremely elegant, intense and of a unique depth, this is perhaps the most balanced vintage ever crafted of Viñedo Chadwick, promising a great aging potential." - Francisco Baettig, Winemaker February 2020

This exceptional hogshead was filled in the same month as the premiere of the movie "Titanic". From a distillery that built its reputation on vintages rather than age statements, this epic cask proves 1997 to be a truly blockbuster year. Colour: Polished copper. Nose: Orange peel, candlewax, dried coconut and leather. Palate: Barley sugar, pink grapefruit and crystallized pineapple. Finish: Vanilla fudge crumbles gently to red grape and dark chocolate.

The Premier Cru of Les Epenots is one of Pommard's best known names, referring to thethree climats of Les Grands Epenots, Les Petits Epenot and Clos des Epeneaux. These wines can be labelled under these individual names or as "Epenots". All vineyards are planted to Pinot Noir and are considered some of the best -rich and structured with spicy, earthy overtones and considerable elegance. The Parent Les Epenotsis 100% Pinot Noir and very expressive and complex with violet and red fruit aromas of cherry raspberry. The mouth is fleshy and concentrated, and the tannins are fine, velvety, and elegant.

Ben Nevis Distillery is a distillery in Scotland that is located at Lochy Bridge in Fort William and sits just at the base of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles, which rises to 4,409 feet above sea level. A coastal distillery in the Western Highlands, Ben Nevis draws its water from the Allt a'Mhuilinn which originates from two pools, Coire Leis and Coire na'Ciste. Founded in 1825 as an independent enterprise, it has been owned by Nikka Whisky Distilling of Tokyo, Japan, since 1989. Nose: Treacle, strawberries and vanilla. Palate: Sweet - with anise, Granny Smith apples and Kraft caramels. Finish: Long and lingering with a rye spiciness and oak.

92/100, Wine Enthusiast: "This wine offers a full, bright bouquet that is packed with notes of cherry, chocolate, exotic spice, leather, rum cake and a touch of cinnamon. The palate shows smooth, fine tannins and a long, fruit-driven finish."

Winemaker Notes Intense, fresh and elegant nose, of vine peach, acacia blossom and honeysuckle mixed with mineral and smoky notes (quartz, silica). Delicately creamy and rich palate despite a good acid tension. Exquisite concentration, energy and radiance of fruity taste. Good volume without heaviness. Great long finish.98 Points-James Suckling This has a complex nose of dried apple, green mango, grapefruit zest, dried honeysuckle and crushed almonds. It's full-bodied with bright acidity and a dense, phenolic texture. Vivid and layered with fantastic precision. Very, very long. This needs time. Better from 2026.

Without a doubt, Chateau Troplong Mondot has one of the most enviable and unique terroirs on the St. Emilion appellation on Bordeaux's Right Bank. Specifically located on the highest point of Saint-Emilion's famous limestone plateau, the 43ha estate has ideal soils and exposure. The resulting wines combine strength and elegance, complexity and precision. This 2014 Bordeaux red blend consisting of 90% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Cabernet Franc The wine has a rich fruit basket of blackcurrants, blackberries and raspberries accompanied by graphite, espresso and earth. The palate is fresh and precise that is rich, classy and elegant. Drinking well now, but certainly has 20 years of life left in it!

Crafted with elegance and power, Chateau Le Gay 2019 offers rich aromas of ripe berries, dark cherries, and delicate floral hints —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

Like Brane-Cantenac, Cantenac Brown is one of the big outperformers in Margaux this year. Is it better than the 2009? It is probably more a question of taste. The 2010 wine is characterised by ripe black fruits well woven together into a sweet oak framework. This is a classic ‘silky’ Margaux but with very present refreshing acidity. Good length. A really successful wine this and with Brane-Cantenac surely a must buy in this vintage.

Blend: Merlot (78%), Cabernet Franc (22%) Drinking Window: 2033-2060 97-99 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A stunning Château Canon with exceptional precision, depth and elegance. Aromas of black cherries, raspberries, violets and crushed limestone are layered with subtle hints of graphite, herbs and spices. The palate is refined and beautifully structured, offering remarkable purity of fruit framed by silky, ultra-fine tannins. Fresh, vibrant acidity enhances the wine’s energy and minerality, leading to a long and seamless finish. A poised and sophisticated Saint-Émilion with the balance and complexity to evolve gracefully for decades.”

Cervaro della Sala IGT Umbria is Marchesi Antinori's prestigious white blend from Umbria, primarily Chardonnay with Grechetto, known for its complexity, elegance, and aging potential, offering aromas of citrus, white flowers, vanilla, and flint, with a rich, fresh palate of tropical fruit, nuts, and minerals, showing a distinctive savory and mineral finish.