TASTING NOTES

The Juliette is made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc and has her roots in the shale soils of the stunning Highfield farm in Elgin, in a vineyard farmed for premium wine. This includes intensive shoot thinning and leaf removal after berry set to allow optimum tropical flavours to develop in the fruit. Grapes were harvested in the cool early morning hours and sorted at cellar.

This attention to detail yielded a lively wine, with crushed pineapple, bananas and soft tropical notes of white peaches and pear on the nose. A full mouthfeel with fresh green melon flavours that excite the senses, and lingering finish complete the drinking experience.

Perfect for relaxing on a picnic blanket or with long lunches around the pool, surrounded by the stirring sounds of nature and the laughter of loved ones sharing a memorable moment. It is also a great wine for food such as grilled prawns, sushi and other seafood dishes.

J. Henry & Sons Small Batch Bourbon is a 5-year-old, 92-proof (46% ABV) straight bourbon whiskey from Wisconsin, crafted using a unique four-grain mash bill featuring heirloom red corn. It offers a creamy, sweet flavor profile with notes of butterscotch, cherry, and cinnamon. It is a high-quality, craft spirit with a complex, balanced, and approachable taste, perfect for sipping neat or in classic cocktails.

Jack Daniel's Tennessee Fire is a spiced whiskey liqueur blending the classic Old No. 7 with a fiery, red-hot cinnamon liqueur, offering a sweet, warm taste of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla with hints of Jack Daniel's signature mellow character and smoke, creating a smooth start with a spicy kick and a lingering sweet finish, perfect for sipping neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails.

COLOUR: Amber gold. NOSE: Vanilla, coconut, banana. TASTE: Creamy vanilla, pecan pie and a touch of soft cinnamon and fresh pear.

Nose: Rich and complex with notes of dried fruits, vanilla, and oak.
Taste: Smooth and velvety, with flavors of caramel, toffee, and dark chocolate.
Palate: Well-balanced and full-bodied, with hints of spice, roasted nuts, 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.

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).

Jadot Savigny Les Beaune Dominode Premie is a red wine produced by Louis Jadot winery in the Burgundy region of France. It is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes that are carefully selected and handpicked from the winery's vineyards.

On the nose, Jadot Savigny Les Beaune Dominode Premie has a bouquet of red fruit aromas, including cherry and raspberry, with hints of earthy spices and subtle oak notes. On the palate, it is a medium-bodied wine with flavors of red fruit, dark chocolate, and a hint of vanilla. The wine has a smooth texture and a long, elegant finish.

Overall, Jadot Savigny Les Beaune Dominode Premie is a well-balanced and complex wine that showcases the unique characteristics of the Pinot Noir grape and the terroir of the Côte de Beaune. It pairs well with a variety of dishes, including roasted meats, grilled vegetables, and mild cheeses. It is best served at a temperature of around 16-18°C (60-64°F).

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.

Horse XO Napoleon Brandy (750ml) is a premium, aged Armenian or French brandy, often presented in a distinct, sculpted decanter shaped like a rearing horse or bull. It is characterized by a smooth, full-bodied taste featuring notes of dried fruits (apricot, fig), caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak, making it ideal for sipping neat or as a luxury gift.

Ilegal Mezcal Añejo is a premium mezcal aged for at least 13 months in a blend of new and used American oak barrels. It's known for its rich, complex flavor profile, featuring notes of smoky agave, caramel, and vanilla, with a warm, velvety finish. 

From 80-year-old vines, the 'Ottantanni' is rich, expressive, and textured. Full of ripe stone fruits, delicate white flowers, dried herbs, and bright minerality. On the richer side of things - try this with full flavoured dishes.

Elegant, light and pretty. This amber spirit has a light, briny vanilla scent and a silky feel. A veil of smoke rises through the Scotch (but fades out fast), leaving behind a sweet nutty, vanilla finish.

Hell House Whiskey, with its captivating honey-amber hue, unleashes aromas of honeydew, sorbet, butterscotch, and allspice, leading to a palate of cotton candy sweetness and floral hints of rose and lavender. Its oak-driven finish offers a sweet, spicy, and lingering allure. Crafted for all to savour, Hell House Whiskey reflects the extraordinary flavors and rich history of Lynyrd Skynyrd, starting from the small cabin by the creek that laid the foundation for America’s Southern rock band. Rich in story, smooth as a memory, and simple for everyone to enjoy.

The Guigal Cote Rotie Brune et Blonde is a renowned red wine from the northern Rhône Valley. This blend primarily features Syrah, with a small amount of Viognier, which adds a layer of aromatic complexity. Expect rich, intense flavors of dark fruit, black pepper, and smoky bacon, alongside subtle floral notes. The wine is known for its robust structure, fine tannins, and a long, elegant finish. It’s a superb example of Cote Rotie’s signature style—powerful yet refined.

Gulfi is a family-owned winery located in southern Sicily, with grand cru vineyards located in Pachino: 100% Nero d’Avola that grows in sandy soil close to the sea and has adapted to the hot climate. Here, the resulting wines are complex and elegant, and the benchmark for what these wines should taste like. Undoubtedly, one of the world’s greatest wine estates and producers of Nero d’Avola. Although one might think the wines taste the same, each single vineyard or ‘cru’ showcases the great terroir of Pachino and the subtleties of each area.

Maccarj is a dense and powerful wine with a perfumed nose of ripe black cherry, garrigue, iron notes and eucalyptus. The tannins are firm and powerful with lingering flavours of blackberry fruit and juniper along with a meaty, black olive quality, typical of this cru.

A real curiosity. Tokaj in a small bottle. An excellent quality vintage with concentrated aszú berries. These wines are only created in extraordinary vintages and are thus a real rarity, only produced in small amounts, in this case 599 bottles.

Glengoyne 25-Year-Old is a Highland single malt Scotch whisky, aged for a quarter-century exclusively in sherry-seasoned oak casks. It presents a rich, complex profile featuring notes of red fruits, sherry-soaked fruit cake, dark chocolate, and sweet oak on the palate, leading to a long, spicy finish with hints of liquorice. The whisky is known for its elegance, balance between sweetness and spice, and its luxurious presentation in an oak box.

Award tasting note: "Impressive attention grabbing nose with intense pure cassis, subtle spice notes backed by a mouth filling palate that shows great persistence." - Silver, International Wine Challenge

Experience a symphony of flavors with notes of lemon zest, toffee apples, and a hint of coconut in every sip. Crafted using hand-selected sherry casks, this whisky boasts a rich, golden hue and a complex flavor profile reminiscent of a tropical paradise. Embodying Scotland's tradition of slow distillation and barley dried by air, rather than peat, each sip offers a taste of unparalleled craftsmanship and refinement.

This 12-year-old blend from William Grant & Sons, renowned for brands like Glenfiddich and Balvenie, undergoes maturation in three distinct types of oak casks: ex-Bourbon, ex-Sherry, and American oak. Bottled at 40% ABV, it offers a harmonious fusion of flavors derived from its diverse cask aging, promising a balanced and nuanced whisky experience.

This amber-hued whisky with dark gold highlights entices with complex aromas of marmalade, honey, ground coffee, and nutty sherry notes. The robust flavors of sherry and oak are pleasantly balanced with a dry, malty, dark chocolate profile, creating an intense, full-bodied experience with a lengthy finish. Enjoy it neat, and consider pairing it with blue cheese for an exquisite combination.

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.

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old is a classic, Speyside single malt Scotch whisky matured for at least 12 years in American bourbon and Spanish sherry oak casks. It is known for its approachable, fruity, and balanced profile, featuring signature notes of fresh pear, creamy malt, and subtle oak. It has a long, smooth, and mellow finish.

The Giovanni Almondo Arneis Vigne Sparse is a great entry into the joys of Arneis, one of the most important white varieties in the Roero. Clean and sharp flavors of white pepper, almond, under-ripe pear and mineral-driven citrus blend into a finish loaded with energy and sparked by a salivating finish.

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.

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 delight is matured in ex-bourbon barrels for 3 years then finished in virgin Irish oak casks. Aromas and flavours of vanilla, spice, banana custard, with cinnamon, maple, citrus and oak tones. The palate is smooth with a spicy, warm lingering finish.

The GlenDronach 10 Year Old is a richly sherried Highland single malt, matured in fine Pedro Ximenez and Oloroso sherry casks. A dram which encapsulates the heritage and terroir of Forgue: a cornucopia of brambles, ripe barley and resinous oak, with a long, lingering finish. Nose: A dance of Seville blood orange and cherry, with harvest-ripe barley, roast chestnuts and winter-spiced cocoa.
Palate: Sweet Valencia orange and Morello cherries with rolling waves of ripe barley. As the flavour deepens, savour dark currants, praline toffee and earthy brambles.
Finish: A richly satisfying, lingering finish of orange-laced tobacco and ground nutmeg.

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.

"vibrant blue berry and bramble fruit supported by firm tannins with a lick of liquorice." - Bronze, International Wine Challenge

This wine is known for its intense aromas of red fruits, roses, and spices, with a complex and elegant flavor profile that includes notes of cherry, licorice, and tobacco. The tannins are firm and well-structured, providing a long and persistent finish. This wine is aged for at least two years in oak barrels, which adds depth and complexity to its flavor. Rinaldi Barbaresco is a perfect wine to pair with rich and flavorful dishes such as roasted meats, game, and aged cheeses.

Cava is Spain's famous traditional method sparkler, made in the rolling hills of Penedès, southwest of Barcelona. Enjoy lifted aromas and flavours of nuts, toast and citrus with mushroomy yeasty and minerally notes and lively effervescence. Serve with paella, fried calamari, cured meats or Manchego cheese.

Dark ruby garnet, purple reflections, soft brightening on the rim. Nuances of pickled cherries underlaid with a touch of white chocolate, tobacco notes, dried figs in the background and a floral touch. Medium complexity, ripe plums, vivid, somewhat demanding tannins, nougat on the finish, shows good length, a peppery finish and overall, a touch rustic.

Fattoria del Pino Brunello di Montalcino 2019 is an elegant and expressive Tuscan red made from 100% Sangiovese grown near the renowned Montosoli hill in Montalcino. The wine offers vibrant aromas of ripe cherry, wild berries, dried rose petals, orange peel, herbs, and subtle earthy spice. The palate is medium-to-full-bodied and beautifully structured, with juicy red fruit, bright acidity, fine-grained tannins, and savory notes of leather, licorice, and dried herbs. Traditionally matured in large Slavonian oak casks, it finishes long, balanced, and mineral-driven, with excellent potential for further aging.

Fattoria del Pino Brunello di Montalcino 2018 is an elegant and traditionally styled Tuscan red made from 100% Sangiovese grown in the Montosoli area of northern Montalcino. The wine offers aromas of ripe cherry, red berries, dried flowers, citrus peel, tobacco, and earthy spice. On the palate, it is refined and well balanced, with fresh acidity, fine-grained tannins, and layers of red fruit, leather, herbs, and subtle smoky notes. The finish is long and savory, showing the freshness and mineral character typical of the cooler Montosoli terroir. With its combination of structure and finesse, the 2018 is approachable now but can continue to develop with additional bottle age.