The Caymus-Suisun Grand Durif is a bold, full-bodied red wine from California's Suisun Valley (Petite Sirah/Durif grape) known for its inky color and opulent flavors of ripe blueberry, plum, dark cherry, and chocolate, complemented by spicy notes of pepper, violet, and oak, offering a rich, smooth texture with firm yet velvety tannins, making it a powerful pairing for grilled meats and hearty dishes.

Tommasi Amarone is known for its intense ruby red color and complex aromas of ripe fruit, often with notes of cherry, plum, and dried fruit, along with balsamic and spice undertones. On the palate, it's full-bodied with a smooth texture, well-balanced acidity, and a long, persistent finish.

Assuli Lorlando Riserva Nero d'Avola is a well-balanced Sicilian red wine, characterized by intense aromas of ripe red fruit, a smooth texture, and soft tannins, with notes of blackberry, plum, and a hint of licorice.

Quinta de Zom Douro Tinto Reserva presents an intense ruby color with aromas of wild red fruits, subtle balsamic notes, and spicy nuances. It offers a well-balanced body and tannins, with intense fruit notes and a complex, prolonged finish.

One of the two most commercially important red grapes grown in Greece, Agiorgitiko is a light, lively variety that does especially well in the Pelopponese, where Papagiannakos is located. This wine exhibits a nose of playful spice and appetizing flavors of red berry and black currant. Mellow and balanced, it will pair well with heartier meat dishes as well as tomato-based pastas and poultry.

From the iconic Vega Sicilia brand, the Pintia is from Toro where tempranillo is called Tinto de Toro. These wines boast intense color and depth, presenting a cherry red hue with cardinal edges. The nose is broad, clean, expressive, and elegant, featuring great fruity intensity wrapped in subtle, high-quality wood. On the palate, it offers a robust structure, good tannic presence, and a friendly, fresh, and persistent finish with floral hints in the retro nasal.

Traditii Feteasca Neagra, or Black Maiden, is a semi-dry wine offering a delicate sweetness balanced by fresh acidity. It showcases flavors of black fruits like plums and blueberries, complemented by nuanced notes of chocolate and vanilla. This ruby wine with purple reflections greets you with aromas full of personality, ranging from grassy notes and chocolate to spices and strong fruity scents of blackberries, blackcurrants, and black cherries. With an alcohol content of 12.5%, it's best served between 15 to 18 degrees Celsius. It pairs beautifully with veal, beef, lamb, dry sausages, fattier fish, spicy cuisine, and mature cheeses, making it a versatile and delightful choice for any meal.

With an intense red color and purplish edges, this wine boasts great aromatic depth, featuring notes of spices and ripe fruit. Its taste is structured with a velvety, dense body and soft tannins. Perfectly paired with the savoury dishes of Italian cuisine, it is best appreciated in tasting, moments of meditation, and can even be surprising as an aperitif.

Another little gem from the oldest family winery in Italy. Since 1141, Ricasoli has been producing wines of great character and quality. Made from 95% Sangiovese and 5% Colorino, the wine is aged for 9 months in used tonneaux.

The nose begins with floral and fruity notes, gradually transitioning to umami with hints of balsamic vinegar and tar, blending with violets, roses, figs, and plums. The palate combines juiciness and earthiness, with gritty, almost sandy tannins enhancing the earthy profile.

Critic tasting note: "This powerful, full-bodied yet velvety wine boasts complex aromatics, muscular tannins and deep, uber-ripe fruit flavors. The wine is rich in aromas of cinnamon, cedar and vanilla followed by black currants, blueberries and dark chocolate on the palate." - 94/100, Wine Enthusiast

Displaying a burnished ruby hue, this wine exudes prominent notes of smoke, tobacco, and dark, mouthwatering fruit. It showcases commendable concentration, with a refreshing quality heightened by a brisk zing on the finish.

Intense dark core and a ruby rim. Aromatic and floral nose with rose petal, violet, sweet red fruit and fresh grape aromas. Medium weight on the palate, youthful still with a slight tannic bite, fresh grape and red berry notes with white pepper, and dried herb notes, fine length, and balance, should just need another few years of ageing.

Kanonkop Estate, renowned for crafting some of the finest red wines in the Cape, is celebrated as a South African "First Growth." This fourth-generation family farm, currently managed by brothers Johann and Paul Krige, has been under the stewardship of the Sauer-Krige family since the early 1930s.

This classic Simonsberg Cabernet captures a remarkable coolness, even within the context of a warm vintage. Its perfumed nose is a complex bouquet of blackcurrants, fennel, cigar box, tea leaf, and the native "fynbos" shrub. On the palate, the wine is delicate and fresh, embodying an austere charm reminiscent of the old world. Grainy tannins enhance its earthy profile, leading to a lengthy finish nuanced with subtle hints of licorice.

Eucalyptus, woodland berry, rose and baking spice aromas take shape in the glass. This is all about finesse and energy, doling out flavors of juicy red cherry, crushed raspberry, cinnamon and licorice alongside a backbone of fine-grained tannins and bright acidity. Still young and tightly wound, it will benefit from more time in the cellar. Kerin O’Keefe

Classically crafted, this opens with earthy aromas of forest floor, woodland berries, leather, violet and crushed black olive. Savory and elegantly structured, the lithe palate features ripe Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry, star anise, truffle and the same black olive note from the nose. Taut, polished tannins and fresh acidity keep it balanced.

Nose: Intense aromas of blackberry, cassis, and dark chocolate.
Taste: Rich flavors of black cherry, plum, and vanilla.
Palate: Full-bodied with velvety tannins and a long, lingering finish.

The J.M. Fuentes Gran Clos is a highly acclaimed, full-bodied red wine from the rugged DOCa Priorat region of Spain. Known for its remarkable depth and aging potential, this iconic blend features old-vine Garnacha (Grenache) and Carinena (Carignan), blended with varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.

95 points Vinous: "The 2016 Lagrange has a tightly knit, focused bouquet of intense blackberry, briar and cedar aromas. This is impressive, and it gains intensity with aeration. The medium-bodied palate delivers grainy tannin, a fine bead of acidity and a vivacious, spicy, almost peppery finish. One of the most powerful Lagrange that I have tasted. A Saint-Julien that is consistently underrated, this 2016 will give a great deal of pleasure over the next 30-plus years. (NM)" (1/2019)

"This dark ruby-colored wine offers a nose of black cherry, black currant, vanilla and anisette. Well balanced tannins and acidity support flavors of dark red berries, butterscotch, dark chocolate and a hint of violet. Luxurious tannins settle in and slowly dissolve into a lingering finish." - 95/100, Wine Enthusiast

E. Pira & Figli Chiara Boschis Via Nuova is a red wine from the Barolo region of Italy. The wine is made from the Nebbiolo grape variety, which is known for its high tannins and acidity. The wine is aged for a minimum of 38 months before release, which is longer than the minimum aging requirement for regular Barolo wines. The wine has a complex bouquet, with notes of red fruit, cherry, rose and tar, it also has a spicy and balsamic aftertaste. 

91/100 Wine Enthusiast
A jammy, full-bodied wine, this is now mature. With its wood aging and opulent black fruits, it is spicy, perfumed with a core of dark tannins. Drink this powerful wine now. Roger Voss

At the tasting, this wine offers a complex nose and appealing scents of raspberries, cherries, and blackcurrant. The mouth is bright and supple with vibrant flavours of red cherry and backing spices.

85/100 Wine Enthusiast
"A ruby-colored sparkling dessert wine from northern Italy, Brachetto d'Acqui enjoys a long history rooted in Italian tradition, and it can be paired with sweet foods and savory ones alike. This is soft and round with notes of raspberry and candied cherry on the close."

This is the inaugural release of this wine, very different in style from the Bin 707 Cabernet, coming from a single district and aged in French, not American, oak. The fruit is from two prized blocks of Penfolds' own vineyards, and is aged for 14 months in new French oak hogsheads. At first it is quite closed, but there's a delicate, almost floral and mint leaf edge here, then a rush of cassis begins to fill in. The oak adds a smoky incense note. The palate has a really firm backbone, the tight, powerful tannins framing really juicy fruit that bursts onto the mid-palate with sweet blackcurrant. Savoury and fresh on the finish, this is concentrated but long and elegant too.

Cantina Girlan is a cooperative winery located in the Alto Adige (South Tyrol/Südtirol) region, dating back to 1923 with 23 winegrowers. Today the winery belongs to 200 winegrowing families on a total of 230 hectares; hence, each grower farms an average of 1,15 ha. Grapes are harvested by hand and sustainable methods are utilized to protect the soil and overall environment. Native grape varieties, such as Pinot Bianco, Pinot Noir and Vernatsch (Schiava) are the focus.
Made from 100% Vernatsch, aka Schiava, this light bodied red wine has pretty notes of strawberries, ripe raspberries, lemon peel and rose petals.

Consecutive vintage of Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. This year’s blend consists of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon Clone 337 from their “Big K” vineyard, and 5% Cabernet Franc from their “Upper Bowl” vineyard. Deep aromatics, piercing and precise, a full rich saturated mouth feel, and a long-lasting multi-layered finish define this exemplary blend. Enjoy now or decades from now.

Pairs well with: Lamb

An organic expression of red Cahors that was matured in oak for up to 18 months it offers complex aromas of plums, cherries and spice. The dry, full and smooth palate is full of crunchy blueberry fruits, plums, cherries and spices and has a long satisfying finish. Pairing: grilled steaks, pasta with chorizo, lamb cutlets

Jane Eyre, a winemaker originally from Australia, now works with small vineyards in Burgundy and is making a name for herself with quality, non-intervention wines. This wine is aged in oak barrels for about 12 months, resulting in a wine with a beautiful balance of fruit and oak flavours. On the nose, the wine displays aromas of dark cherry, black raspberry, and a touch of earthiness. The palate is medium-bodied, with flavours of red and black fruit, a subtle minerality, and smooth tannins. Jane Eyre Gevrey-Chambertin Villages 2020 is a wine that can be enjoyed now but has the potential to age gracefully for a few more years. This wine pairs well with roasted or grilled meats, mushrooms, and strong cheeses.

J. Lohr Signature Cabernet is a red wine produced by J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines in the Paso Robles region of California. It is made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, which are carefully selected and hand-harvested from the winery's estate vineyards.

On the nose, J. Lohr Signature Cabernet has a complex bouquet of dark fruit aromas, including black cherry, blackberry, and cassis, as well as notes of vanilla, oak, and spice. On the palate, it is a full-bodied wine with rich flavors of ripe fruit, dark chocolate, and a hint of tobacco. The wine has a firm tannic structure and a long, smooth finish that lingers on the palate.

Overall, J. Lohr Signature Cabernet is a well-crafted wine that showcases the unique characteristics of the Cabernet Sauvignon grape and the terroir of Paso Robles. It pairs well with a variety of hearty dishes, including grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and hearty stews. It is best served at a temperature of around 16-18°C (60-64°F).

The Robert Mondavi Napa Pinot Noir is a red wine made from Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Napa Valley region of California. It has a ruby-red color and offers aromas of red berries, cherries, and vanilla on the nose. On the palate, the wine has flavors of ripe strawberries, black cherries, and a hint of spice. It is medium-bodied with soft tannins and a smooth finish. This Pinot Noir pairs well with grilled salmon, roasted chicken, or mushroom risotto.

The Giacomo Fenocchio Barolo is a full-bodied and elegant red wine produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Barolo subregion of Piedmont, Italy. It offers a deep ruby color and aromas of dark cherry, rose petal, licorice, and tobacco. On the palate, it is rich and complex with notes of red fruit, leather, and spice, balanced by firm tannins and bright acidity. The finish is long and persistent. This wine has received 93 points from Wine Spectator, which praises its "intensity and harmony," calling it "a modern-style Barolo, but still maintains its integrity and typicity." It is an ideal pairing with hearty meat dishes, aged cheeses, or simply enjoyed on its own. 

Roeno Enantio Valdadige is a red wine produced by the Roeno winery located in the Valdadige DOC region of Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. This wine is made from the Enantio grape variety, which is grown on the winery's estate vineyards and undergoes a maceration process with the skins for about 12 days.

On the nose, this wine has intense aromas of red berries, with hints of spice and licorice. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with a good balance of acidity and tannins. Flavors of red currant, black cherry, and a hint of tobacco are present, with a long and persistent finish.

The CASK 23 combines the signature perfume notes of FAY vineyard with the structure and dark fruit of S.L.V. Fragrant and fresh aromas of red and black currant, black tea, anise and nutmeg fill the nose. The wine has a vibrant mouthfeel with savory and velvety tannins along with blackberry and currant flavors. This is an elegant, flavorful vintage of CASK 23 with integrated oak, refined tannins and a lasting aftertaste.

As the winery's most important and awarded wine, Sor Ugo represents the elegance and strength of Bolgheri. A "Super Tuscan" Bordeaux-blend created by the prominent enologist Tibor Gal, it is named after Ugo, the first Pellegrini family member who started to work with grapes and wines a century ago

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.

Passopisciaro is a small area (the name of a town) on Mt.Etna's north face on the property of the late Andrea Franchetti. Soils from this active volcano provides resulting wine with a vein of minerality that speaks of the terroir of this prestigious region. Contrada Sciaranuova is located at 850 m.In Sicilian, "sciara nuova" means "new lava flow", deposits from the relatively new lava flow from the 1600s that has turned into thick gravel.The wines produced from this site are bright, aromatic, and have a rich taste of fermented hay and a dusty herbal quality. The wine is structured, yet fresh with a youthful concentration.

Paul O'Brien Pinot Noir Willamette Valley is a premium red wine that is made from the finest Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon. This wine is known for its rich and complex flavors that are a result of the unique terroir of the region. The wine has a deep ruby color and a bouquet of aromas that include black cherry, raspberry, and vanilla. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied with a silky texture and flavors of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of oak. The finish is long and smooth, leaving a pleasant aftertaste. This Pinot Noir is a perfect pairing for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and hearty stews. It is a wine that is sure to impress even the most discerning wine connoisseur.

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.