Subtle red fruit aromas, pleasing weight and richness, fresh and quite dry.

Frappato is a light coloured red grape produced all over Sicily, but mainly in the southeast corner. It is typically blended with Nero d'Avola to help soften the tannins (like in Cerasuolo di Vittorio). By itself though, it bursts with aromas of sweet red berries and incense spice. Light in alcohol, but with beautiful texture and acidity, it's a juicy, lively alternative to white wines of the patio for summer. Serve chilled!

Through 26 generations (since 1385!), the Antinori family has forged a passionate bond with their fans. This blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah is rich and succulent, with violet floral notes, vividly expressed black and red berry fruit, tobacco, and oak spice. Pair it with roasted meats.

Frescobaldi Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva is a red wine produced by Marchesi de' Frescobaldi winery located in Tuscany, Italy. The wine is made using a blend of Sangiovese, Malvasia Nera, and Colorino grapes, which are grown in the vineyards surrounding the winery. The wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks and aged in French oak barrels for 24 months, followed by bottle aging for an additional 3 months. On the nose, the wine exhibits aromas of black cherry, ripe plum, and a hint of spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, with firm tannins and a good balance of acidity. Flavors of dark fruit, leather, and a hint of tobacco are present. This wine is a great pairing with roasted meats, pasta dishes, and aged cheeses.

Unique wine, harmonious and elegant with pleasant notes of red berries, among which cherry is dominant. Fresh, delicate and pleasantly fruity with a light and velvety tannin. Slightly balsamic finish, of medium length. Extremely enjoyable and easy to drink.

A classic representation from the esteemed house of Hine, this expression presents a pale copper color with a hint of tawny. Its aromas are characterized by a delightful blend of spiciness and orange zest, complemented by delicate floral undertones and subtle hints of fruit. On the palate, it offers a silky-smooth texture, with notes of spice, pear, and white pepper taking center stage, showcasing an emphasis on elegance and finesse. The experience culminates in a long, complex finish, leaving a lasting impression of sophistication.

Located in Graves, to the southwest of the Gironde Estuary, the Domaine itself is located in a clearing in the middle of forest which protects the vines from extreme temperatures, sometimes called a secret garden in the Graves. This is the concept of terroir that is so dear to many in France, especially Bordeaux. The terroir of Chevalier is like a greenhouse, a unique ecosystem that the grapes (mostly) benefit from.  ight bank of Bordeaux, to the east of the Gironde Estuary, the Domaine itself is lcoated in a clearing in the middle of forest which protects the vines from extreme temperatures, sometimes called a secret garden in the Graves. This is the concept of terroir that is so dear to many in France, especially Bordeaux. The terroir of Chevalier is like a greenhouse, a unique ecosystem that the grapes (mostly) benefit from. The 2014 Chevalier is a blend of 60% cabernet sauvignon, 30% merlot, and 5% petit verdot, giving a wine of great structure that will be a decade old next year. Refined, yet opulent with a full array of blackberries, blackcherry, earth, forest floor and spicy oak notes. 

Dictador XO Platinum is a premium Colombian solera rum aged 25–35 years in ex-bourbon, sherry, and re-charred Port casks. It features a dark, mahogany color and a smooth, sweet flavor profile with notes of roasted honey, intense vanilla, caramel, oak, and Colombian coffee. Best enjoyed neat, it offers a long, balanced finish.

Bardstown Origin Series Wheated Bottled-in-Bond is a 6-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon (100 proof) from The Bardstown Bourbon Company. Made with a mash bill of 68% corn, 20% wheat, and 12% malted barley, it offers a creamy, balanced profile featuring notes of baked peach, cocoa, toffee, and vanilla with a long, soft finish.

Conundrum Red is a rich, full-bodied California red blend (Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon) known for its complex, approachable profile, featuring dark fruit (cherry, plum, blackberry) balanced with notes of chocolate, smoke, and spice, offering a smooth, grippy texture with fine tannins, and best enjoyed slightly chilled to enhance its vibrant fruit and unique character.

Mildiani Akhasheni is a popular Georgian semi-sweet red wine from the Kakheti region, made from Saperavi grapes, known for its dark ruby color, rich aroma of ripe berries/cherry, and smooth, balanced taste with velvety texture, fruitiness, and hints of oak/licorice, pairing well with grilled meats, desserts, and cheeses.

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon 70%, Merlot 30%
Drinking Window: 1992-2042

Experience the extraordinary Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 1982, a Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé that exemplifies Bordeaux excellence. This iconic vintage has aged gracefully, revealing layers of blackcurrant, cedar, and fine spice, with a silky texture and impressive length. Perfect for collectors and connoisseurs, it is a rare and highly coveted wine that captures the elegance and tradition of one of Bordeaux’s most prestigious estates.

97 Points - Wine Advocate
“The harvest lasted 16 days from the 16th September," proprietor Bruno Borie mentioned about the 1982 Ducru-Beaucaillou. Medium brick colored, it comes galloping out of the glass with bold, expressive notes of Black Forest cake, preserved plums and mincemeat pie with hints of cigar box, star anise, eucalyptus and espresso plus wafts of roasted nuts and iron ore. Medium to full-bodied, generous and opulent, the palate has beautifully ripe, fine-grained tannins and tons of youthful fruit, finishing with epically long-lasting layers of preserved black fruits and exotic spices.”

Nelson Bros Classic Bourbon Whiskey is described as having a complex and flavorful profile with notes of spice cake, cherry, milk chocolate, vanilla, and baked apple on the nose. On the palate, it offers flavors of banana bread, cocoa, cherry, and dried pineapple. The finish features black peppercorn, spearmint, lemon peel, and a hint of sweet tobacco. Additionally, the whiskey is described as having a silky body, with notes of toffee and peach pie, key lime, and chocolate-covered cherries, and a subtle hint of oak.

Gibson's Finest Venerable 18 Year Old is a smooth, rich Canadian whisky with a complex flavor profile. It's known for its oaky, vanilla, and caramel notes on the nose, along with subtle spice and fruity rye. On the palate, it offers caramel, vanilla, and sweet corn flavors, with hints of pepper and oak. The finish is well-balanced, with lingering notes of pepper, zesty lemon, oak, and rye spices, and a sweet, fruity aftertaste.

Takasago Plum Sake Ume is a traditional Japanese sake made by Takasago Shuzo in Fukui, a prefecture located in the Hokuriku region of Japan. This particular sake is made by steeping ripe ume plums in sake, resulting in a sweet and tangy fruit-flavored beverage. The aroma is of ripe plums and has a slight earthy note. The palate is smooth and silky with a burst of plum flavor that is balanced by the natural acidity of the fruit. The sweetness is not overpowering, and the alcohol content is relatively low, making it a light and refreshing beverage that can be enjoyed as an aperitif or a dessert wine. Takasago Plum Sake Ume is typically served chilled in small cups or glasses, and it is a popular beverage to accompany traditional Japanese cuisine. 

Aged for 11 years and finished in Caribbean rum casks, this whisky provides a distinctive twist on the classic Lagavulin profile. The nose reveals Lagavulin's signature peaty smoke, enhanced by sweet, tropical notes from the rum cask finish. On the palate, it offers a complex blend of intense Islay smokiness and maritime character, harmoniously balanced with the smooth, sweet flavors of rum

Still Austin is a grain-to-glass distillery founded in Austin, Texas in 2015. For the brand’s Straight Bourbon, 100% of the grains were sourced from Texas farmers. The mash bill is 70% non-GMO white corn, 25% Elbon rye, and 5% Wildfire malted barley. It’s aged for at least two years in new, charred American oak barrels. The label artwork entitled ‘The Musician’ was created by Texas-native Marc Burckhardt and is the first in a series of portraits of “archetypical” Austinites created for the brand.

Baker’s bourbon offers a distinctive experience, with each barrel boasting its own unique character, much like the man it's named after. Patiently aged for at least seven years in charred oak barrels, the bourbon extracts rich vanilla notes from its surroundings in the distillery's rickhouses. Uniquely, each bottle is filled from a single barrel, ensuring a bold and nuanced bourbon with individual subtleties. On the nose, expect inviting aromas of fruit, vanilla, and caramel, while the palate delights with flavors of toasted nuts, fruit, and silky vanilla, culminating in a sweet, smooth, and medium-long finish.

This premium bourbon undergoes a unique aging process, starting in alligator char barrels before resting in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks. The result is a sweet and balanced whiskey with rich sherry aromas, complemented by notes of caramel and sweet cherry. On the palate, expect fruity and nutty flavors of raisins, almonds, and vanilla, all wrapped up in a medium-bodied texture. Best enjoyed neat for a truly indulgent experience.

Remaining faithful to the timeless recipe, the OTR Old Fashioned cocktail maintains its strength, balance, and simplicity. Crafted with Knob Creek®, a Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey, along with bitters and orange, this cocktail delivers a classic and refined drinking experience.

Wild Common tequila blanco is a bright and clean tequila packed with flavors of agave sweetness laced with anise, citrus and minerals. It is produced from 100% blue weber agave and verified additive-free. This tequila is produced in the Jalisco Valley region by Master Distiller Salvador Rosales Trejo - aka “Chava” by friends and family. Complex in its profile, it highlights traditional production methods.

100% agave reposado tequila, a unique product of the Corralejo family obtained from the triple distillation of fermented blue agave musts from Weber’s blue agave, making it an incredible purity and excellent quality product.
Colour: Straw yellow with golden hues. Aromas: It evokes soft and sweet aromas with balanced notes of cooked agave and fruity tones. Finish: Smooth and fresh with fruity notes.

The perfect accompaniment to Parmigiano-Reggiano, the 12 Years Old binds the dryness of the cheese, which in return provides a platform for the malt's sweet fruitiness and enhances its clean barley notes.
Nose:
The colour of sharp honey, on the nose heathery floral notes are balanced with the richness of poached pears and the sweetness of malted barley.
Palete:
Crème brûlée and sweet ripe banana at first, then comes a light oakiness with pear fruitiness, leading to a long smooth, creamy and fragrant finish.

Nose: Delicate aromas of fresh red berries, strawberries, raspberries, and cherries.

Taste: Lively and vibrant with a burst of red fruit flavors, hints of citrus, and a touch of spice.

Palate: Crisp and refreshing, with a creamy texture and a long, elegant finish.

Toast Italian style with a glass of sparkling MARTINI Asti, fresh with notes of peach and sweet wild sage, developing into fresh pear and pineapple flavours. Simply pour into a chilled wine glass and enjoy the tickle of every bubble. For a light-as-air aperitif, drop in a couple of ice cubes.

The delicate flavours of soft summer fruit make MARTINI Asti a wonderful after-dinner treat to accompany a sweet, indulgent dessert, whether a creamy zabaglione, a crisp fruit tart or even a simple bowl of perfectly ripe peaches and apricots.

This elegant wine has a balanced density that comes from the firm layer of tannins. Its situation in the southern Médoc gives it a final softness and balance. Drink from 2028. — Roger Voss

The Rosé Château de Selle Cru Classé impresses with a captivating bouquet that combines dusty dried flowers, ginger, a hint of lemon, and crushed apples. It offers a supple and comforting texture, delivering flavors of white strawberry, candied orange, and sweet inner florals. A lively core of acidity ensures excellent balance, leading to a long and powerful finish. Subtle mineral notes and hints of citrus add to its complexity, making it a delightful choice for another pour.

This wine is characterized by its highly structured, harmonious, and delicate nature, boasting a long-lasting finish. Its refreshing acidity effectively counterbalances the wine's alcohol content, while the tannins, dense yet finely textured, contribute to its overall balance and complexity.

This wine is bright and focused, with a lasting finish. Its aromas and flavors of black fruit and pinpoint minerality should pair it beautifully with rosemary-accented lamb kebobs. 

Umbria, Italy’s only land-locked region is home to Italy’s most tannic grape variety – Sagrantino. This big, bold, structured wine is high in tannins, but they are polished and perfect for those big fatty, high protein meat dishes. Let this age for ten years or more for optimal taste or decant for several hours to enjoy sooner.

D'Ussé XO Cognac, a blend of Cognacs aged between 10 to 30 years in oak, presents a deep copper hue. Its complex nose offers dried apricot, butterscotch, and orange zest. On the palate, flavors of blackberry, dark chocolate, toasted nut, apricot, and honey intertwine, creating a smooth and full-bodied experience. The finish is lengthy, with earthy notes emerging.

Soju is a very popular spirit sold in Korea that is traditionally made by distilling rice and other cereal grains. However, since the 1960s to alleviate rice shortages, most soju has been produced by diluting high strength neutral alcohol from distilled sweet potatoes or tapioca.
One of the most trendy brands in South Korea, Chum Churum (which translates as “like the first tme”) is popular because of the added alkaline water, higher sweetness, and relatively lower alcohol content. This smoother and softer profile has been extremely successful and is especially popular among younger drinkers in South Korea.

This Champagne Lombard Premier Cru Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, sourced from top vineyards in Champagne. It offers a pale yellow color with delicate bubbles and a complex aroma of ripe fruit, toasted bread, and nuts. On the palate, it is dry, crisp, and refreshing, with flavors of citrus, red berries, and brioche. The wine has a long and elegant finish, with a subtle minerality and a creamy texture. It is a perfect aperitif wine, but also pairs well with seafood, sushi, and light dishes.

Merlot 100% , Red dark colour, the nose is rich, fresh and fruity, the mouth is full-bodied with spicy notes, the tannins are soft, the end of the mouth is well balanced and round.