The 2020 Pichon-Longueville Baron is a blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon and 24% Merlot aging for an estimated 18 months in French oak barrels, 70% new. The production of the grand vin represents 48% of the harvest this year. Opaque purple-black in colour, it comes bounding out of the glass with exuberant notions of blackberry pie, preserved plums and crème de cassis, plus suggestions of Chinese five spice, chocolate mint, graphite and cedar chest with a touch of violets. The medium-bodied palate is built like a brick house, featuring firm, ripe, grainy tannins and bold freshness to support the taut, muscular black fruits, finishing long and spicy.

One of the original producers that grows Trebbiano Abruzzese, one of the few quality grapes of the Trebbiano group. There is not much of this exported and even fewer bottles of the Montepulciano. Francesco Valentini and his son are the only humans allowed in the cellar as Francesco never wants to introduce foreign microbes or yeasts to interfere with the ageing of the wine. These are some of the most ageable white wines in the world and in fact, could be considered “unicorns” as they are hard to find here in Canada.  Truly collectible. Along with the 2018 already in house, the 2019 has since arrived and now is the time to pick up a mini vertical of these wines. Highly sought after and with a cult following, these wines are rare. This is a complex and opulent wine, which has become famous for its incredible longevity. The nose is full of ripe yellow fruits and white flowers. The palate is rich, warm and well balanced with beautiful acidity and sapidity.

The 2008 vintage of Roberto Voerzio La Serra Barolo is known for its complex aroma, with scents of rose petals, dried cherries, leather, and spices. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and rich, with flavors of ripe red fruit, licorice, and tobacco, balanced by firm tannins and good acidity. The wine is typically aged for several years in oak barrels before release, which contributes to its structure and complexity.

from the famed Valdicava winery, this single vineyard wine is only produced in the most excellent vintages. 2007 was a stellar year with perfect conditions for ripening of the Sangiovese grape. Beautifully knit together, this wine has deep, concentrated notes of blueberries and blackberries, leather, and tobacco. Deeply textured, yet with smooth tannins, and layers and layers of flavour. This will undoubtedly just get better in the bottle. If drinking now, decant or hold until 2030-2035.

Inchgower distillery is located in the village of Buckie on the Moray Firth coast and is known for producing a full-bodied and robust style of whisky. The distillery uses locally-sourced water from the nearby Burn of Inchgower to produce its whiskies. In general, single malt whiskies from the Inchgower distillery are known for their rich and complex flavor profile, with notes of dried fruits, honey, and a hint of smoke.

Nose: Creamy, aromatic nose with hints of hay, malted barley, oak and mixed peels. Palate: Soft smoke and gingerbread, oodles of toasty spices, Demerara sugar and boiled sweets.

The Les Rugiens vineyard is one of the most prized vineyards in the Pommard appellation and considered worthy to be named a Grand Cru. The wines here are ageable and muscular due to the iron content in the soil. The aspect is southeast and receives ample sunshine during the day which results in the grapes coming to full phenolic ripeness. This 100% Pinot noir hasclassy black fruit aromas and a spicy, peppery background. Dense, fleshy, and harmonious, the tannins are rich, and the finish is lengthy. This will age for years, so put it away for a few years to mellow.

Hiding in a small valley east of the picturesque town of Pitlochry, Edradour is a small operation producing fruity un-peated distillate under the Edradour name, and a meaty and peaty version named Ballechin. This release from Equilibrium (aka Whisky Sponge) is a vatting of a cask of each, both matured in refill ex-sherry casks.

Mature plum, vanilla, toast and toasted oak sensations lead the nose. The palate opens with juicy black cherry and plum layered with coffee, dense chocolate and bitter espresso that slightly diminish the impact of its Nebbiolo pedigree and purity. It's already accessible but should also age well.- Wine Enthusiast

"The 2016 Durfort-Vivens is gorgeous. Cabernet Sauvignon aromatics and structure play off the natural intensity of the year beautifully. Blackberry, grilled herbs, licorice, leather and crème de cassis are all vividly sketched in this layered, expressive Margaux. (AG) " --- Vinous (1/2019) 96 points - James Suckling

Crafted with elegance and power, Domaine Remi Jobard Sous La Velle 2022 offers a structured palate with notes of cassis, spice, and cedar —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

The Talisker 14 Year Old "Molten Seas" from the 2025 Special Release is a cask-strength, maritime single malt. Matured in ex-bourbon casks and finished in new American oak toasted with volcanic rocks from the Isle of Skye, it delivers signature peppery heat, sweet-smoky fruit, and a rich, salty finish.

Château d’Issan 2015 is an elegant and refined Margaux from one of Bordeaux’s historic classified estates. The bouquet is fresh, floral, and expressive, revealing blackcurrant, black plum, and dark cherry with subtle notes of liquorice and spice. The palate is beautifully structured, with generous fruit, silky refined tannins, and vibrant freshness. Rich yet graceful, it displays the classic finesse of Margaux and finishes long, polished, and persistent. An excellent accompaniment to roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck, game, and mature cheeses.

Chateau Quintus (St. Emilion) - With a good dollop of Cabernet Franc in the blend it gives it a dense, perfumed structured character. There is beautiful rich blackberry, violet, cassis, new leather and toasted spices on the nose and palate. The Chateau has made a considerable stride with this vintage. Drink now through 2026

Its straw-yellow colour is accompanied by a fine persistent mousse crowning the disc with a delicate and harmonious cord. On the nose, the first aromas are very complex and awaken the senses. After a few moments, with much delicacy, subtle notes of flowers and fresh fruit are married with more subtle lemony flavours. The nose is elegant and powerful, indicating a wine of great complexity and beautiful harmony. Once in your mouth, aromas of butter, crème brûlée and spices blossom awaken taste buds. It is a gourmand and generous wine with exceptional freshness. After several minutes of tasting, this wine’s complexity and scarcity give an explosion of flavours in the mouth, with a dominant citrus fruit and some salinity on the finish, a natural aromatic symphony. Pairs well with: Lobster

Beautiful copper colour rose. Strong nose of strawberries and raspberries. Full body for a rose and very sweet with nice acidity. It's simple, fruity and feminine. Good wine for a great price

A full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with cassis, blackberry, dark cherry, cedar and spice. Rich fruit and structured tannins lead to a lingering finish.

An elegant Barolo with red cherry, rose, violet, herbs and spice. Structured yet approachable with fine Nebbiolo tannins and a long finish.

Scherrer Vineyards Chardonnay (Alexander Valley) is a, rich, complex, and "non-malolactic" style, known for balancing intense, oily textures with high-acid tension. Typical tasting notes feature d'Anjou pear, golden apple, lime zest, and mineral/saline notes, often showing brioche or hazelnut after 16–24 months of barrel aging.

A limited-edition premium rum blend celebrating the heritage of naval rum. Carefully selected aged rums deliver layers of tropical fruit, molasses, dark chocolate, spice, and oak with exceptional richness and complexity.

A classic large-format Champagne with citrus, orchard fruit, brioche, toasted almond, and fine bubbles. Refined, balanced, and known for its elegant house style.

The Kavalan Peatist Oloroso Sherry Cask Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky is an award-winning Taiwanese single malt with a deep mahogany dusk color, balancing smoky peat with tropical fruit and rich sherry. Tasting Notes Aroma (Nose): Smoky peat mixed with pineapple, mango, buttery toffee, charcoal-roasted plums, ripe raisins, and figs. Taste (Palate): Citrus and buttery toffee layered with dried pineapple, mango, black dates, candied plums, wood, cinnamon, and cloves. Finish: A lingering, complex finish of dark chocolate, coffee, and nuts.

Blend: Pinot Noir 100% The 2022 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru 'Les Rouges' from Bruno Desaunay-Bissey is a stunning expression of Burgundy’s premier cru finesse. The nose offers aromas of red cherry, raspberry, floral hints, and subtle spice. On the palate, it reveals concentrated red fruit, silky tannins, and a nuanced minerality, finishing long and beautifully balanced. A wine of elegance and aging potential, perfect with game, roast poultry, or fine mushroom dishes.

The Momento Grenache Gris is a highly sought-after, textural white wine from South Africa, crafted by winemaker Marelise Niemann. Sourced from the country's only Grenache Gris vineyard in the Voor-Paardeberg region, it undergoes a week of skin contact to produce a striking copper color and a gritty, tannic structure.

Le Clos La Coutale Cahors est un vin rouge corsé et généreux, assemblage typique de 80 % de Malbec et de 20 % de Merlot. Issu du vignoble de Philippe Bernède au sud de la rivière Lot, il offre un profil aromatique riche de fruits noirs mûrs, d'épices, de réglisse et de cacao.

Blend: Merlot (52%), Cabernet Franc (32%), Cabernet Sauvignon (16%) Drinking Window: 2035-2065 98-100 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A monumental Château Pavie with extraordinary depth, concentration and precision. The nose is intensely aromatic, revealing layers of blackberries, cassis, black cherries and violets intertwined with notes of graphite, crushed stone, licorice and exotic spices. Full-bodied and immensely structured, the palate delivers remarkable richness while maintaining freshness and balance. Powerful yet refined, its dense core of fruit is supported by perfectly integrated tannins and a striking mineral backbone. The finish is exceptionally long, complex and persistent, marking this as one of the most compelling and age-worthy wines of the vintage.”

Champagne Jacquesson Cuvée 743 is a prestigious, Extra Brut blend built around the ripe 2015 vintage, featuring Pinot Noir (60%) from the Marne Valley and Chardonnay (40%) from the Côte des Blancs, aged extensively on lees (89 months) for complexity, offering rich notes of ripe fruit, pastry, citrus, and minerality, with a precise, balanced palate and a saline finish, available in both standard and late-disgorged (DT) versions.

Guado Al Tasso is from the famous Antinori family from their estate in Bolgheri, the famed appellation on the upper coast of Maremma. The label features the crest and initials of the Della Gherardesca, former owners of the estate. Produced since 1990, the wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and occasionally a small amount of Petit Verdot to best represent the complexity and elegance of the Bolgheri terroir. The palate is intense and complex with captivating aromas of currants, blackberries and blood oranges followed by undertones of spices, tobacco, licorice, and roasted coffee. The palate is mouth filling and persistent, bursting with vibrant silky tannins. A powerful yet graceful vintage with outstanding aging potential.

The Oculus, a Bordeaux blend cultivated organically in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley, seamlessly combines opulence and elegance, showcasing serious New World fruit with refined sophistication. Aromatically, it unveils layers of complexity and florality, with notes of strawberries and balsamic intertwined with dried violets, savory anise, and gravelly dust. On the palate, its construction is exquisite, with tannins and freshness in harmonious interplay. Fresh mint and pine bough complement flavors of strawberries, clove, and smoke, while well-integrated wild mountain berries, pencil lead, and hints of evergreen add depth. This wine exemplifies a perfect balance of freshness, ripeness, and structure

The Glen Grant 18 Year Old is an award-winning Speyside single malt Scotch whisky, matured in ex-bourbon and remade hogshead casks to produce a bright golden color. It is characterized by a rich, floral aroma with oaky undertones, delivering a palate of creamy caramel, vanilla, and dried fruits (raisins, pear) with a long, sweet, and gently spiced finish.

Crafted with elegance and power, Le Carillon De L'Angelus 2016 offers a full-bodied profile with vibrant acidity and layers of dark fruit —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

Pale to medium yellow color with hints green. The nose shows toasty notes, vanilla oak & some restrained honey. The palate is very sweet with a complex range of flavors from pineapple & mango to peach & passion-fruit. The wine has fresh acidity, balanced alcohol & a medium weight. The wine ends very sweet & is long & honeyed.

The wine has a rich colour with a garnet hue. The nose opens on blackberry notes mingled with refined hints of roasted coffee beans. With airing, noble and delicate notes of graphite, flint and cocoa round off this very attractive array of aromas.

Field & Flight Chardonnay is a crisp, bright white wine with aromas of citrus blossom and honeysuckle, and flavors of pear, yellow apple, and mineral-driven salinity. It is known for being refreshing with a clean, leesy, and creamy finish, offering a coastal vibe that is easy to drink and pairs well with fresh seafood like sashimi. It is produced by Quails' Gate Winery, with grapes sourced from California.

Diaoyutai Yun Men Jin Cui is a premium 53% ABV sauce-aroma (soy sauce aroma) Chinese baijiu produced in Maotai Town, Guizhou, known for its elegant, long-lasting fragrance and complex, savory, and mellow taste. It is made from high-quality glutinous sorghum, wheat, and water, offering a luxurious mouth-feel, often described as a top-tier, refined spirit.

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (67%), Merlot (21%), Cabernet Franc (10%), Petit Verdot (2%) Drinking Window: 2030 - 2045 96-100 Points - Georgie Hindle, Decanter.com “Aromatic intensity, wild flowers, some chocolate and blackcurrant notes. Red cherries. Grippy and filling but soft, chalky and saline, a gorgeous weight on the palate with ripe bramble berries, cool blue fruit and lots of cola, liquorice and wet stones. Very transparent and hands off. A touch straight but lovely muscular edge without the heft. Juicy, fun, clean, pure. Balanced. Savoury. Great job controlling the extraction – tannins are there but this is sapid too. A little more serious and structured and perhaps overall elegant than Clerc. A 2% dash of Petit Verdot completes the blend.”

Lighter in body, this Pinot Noir is graced by electrifying acidity, tart red cherry, green tea and clove flavors, and a long finish. The wine's aromas are earthy, with loamy soil uniting with blackberries, pine needles and grilled portobello mushrooms.

"Y" d'Yquem 2023 is a rare, prestigious dry white Bordeaux (Bordeaux Blancs Secs) released on March 11, 2026, known for its complex balance of high acidity and richness. Produced from a 50/50 blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, it features aromatic notes of lemon verbena, sage, white peach, and yellow grapefruit, finishing with a savory, chalky texture.

Le Réviseur XO is an award-winning single-estate Petite Champagne Cognac, produced by Domaines Francis Abécassis. It is known for its high-quality, intense, and aromatic profile, often noted for excellent value for money.