The 2016 Paveil de Luze is terrific. Wafting from the glass with notions of crème de cassis, loamy soil, cigar wrapper, pencil shavings, dark chocolate and rose petals, it's medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, with fine depth at the core and a more introverted, tightly wound profile than the 2019.

Duckhorn in Napa Valley is always synonymous with quality. Their Cabernet always receives critical acclaim as it's well balanced and full bodied without being overly oaked.

Duckhorn Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a red wine blend made from a selection of five Bordeaux grape varieties. The wine is primarily composed of Cabernet Sauvignon (85%), with smaller amounts of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. This wine has a deep ruby color and aromas of blackberry, cassis, vanilla, and spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with flavors of ripe black fruit, dark chocolate, and espresso. The tannins are firm and well-structured, providing excellent balance to the fruit flavors. The wine has a long, lingering finish, with a touch of oak and spice. It is a classic Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, offering power, elegance, and complexity. 

With over 170 years of history the Ippolito winery is the oldest in the region of Calabria and only grows native cultivars on old vines. Greco Bianco is likely the highest quality white grape variety, growing here for 1000 years – a true autochthonous variety. Not to be confused with Greco (from Campania), this fresh and zesty white wine shows the terroir with aromas and flavours of tropical fruits, citrus notes and the unmistakable saline finish that comes from grapes being grown by the sea. A deliciously quaffable white wine.

Chocolate Shop is the ultimate chocolate lover's wine, pairing deep ruby red wine with rich velvety chocolate for a decadent experience like no other.

"Our favorite chocolate-flavored red wine" - Wine Spectator
A classic pairing of rich cocoa and indulgent red wine; two favorite indulgences.

Blend, Flavored Wine, Washington
A category pioneer, Chocolate Shop has established itself as a sweet, everyday indulgence. Chocolate Shop showcases a classic pairing of rich cocoa and indulgent red wine. This wine gives a nod to vintage confectionary shops and artisan chocolate makers alike.

At twelve years old, this pre-teen is more than ready to be enjoyed! Bordeaux wines with dominant merlot tend to be more approachable and easier to enjoy as a younger wine. The merlot dominant wine is soft and smooth yet full of blackberry, plum, green pepper, smoke and vanilla aromas and flavours. 

The nose is fruity and offers concentration, a small freshness as well as a very fine fleshiness. It reveals notes of lemon paste, tangerine and small notes of flat peach associated with discreet hints of minerality and lemon flowers. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a good definition, a slight mineral frame as well as a slight unctuosity. On the palate, this wine expresses notes of quince, ripe lemon and small notes of peach combined with slight hints of mirabelle plum, flowers as well as a discreet hint of zest, apple and very discreet hints of minerality and an imperceptible toasted touch on the finish.

Vint Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon (part of the Robert Mondavi Private Selection) is a bold, full-bodied California red wine. By resting classic Cabernet in used bourbon barrels, it blends traditional fruit flavors with distinct notes of vanilla, toasted oak, and a warm, smoky finish.

92 Points - James Suckling " From the high-altitude vineyards at the foot of the Andes, this rich Malbec has a deep reddish-purple colour and aromas of ripe black fruit and red plum. Smooth and concentrated tannins in the mouth result in a long and firm finish with minor hints of oak."

Decoy Limited Alexander Valley Red Wine is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, and other red Bordeaux varieties sourced from premium vineyards in  California. The wine is aged in oak barrels for 10 months, resulting in a rich and complex flavour profile, with a deep ruby colour with aromas of dark fruit, vanilla, and spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied with flavours of blackberry, black cherry, and cocoa, with a hint of toasty oak. The tannins are firm and well-structured, providing a long and satisfying finish.

This wine is ideal for pairing with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and hard cheeses.

This bold, ripe but nicely polished wine wraps black cherries, black currants and mint in moderate, fine-grained tannins that will help carry it for several years. Subtle cinnamon, clove and cedar accents keep it interesting on the finish. Best through 2030.

Critic tasting note: "Dark ruby red colour. Fresh nose exuding freshly crushed plum and dark berries with dry spices and mild oak. Medium bodied with a youthful texture but ripe tannin, attractive dark berry flavours with a quite long finish." - 88/100, Andreas Larsson - Tasted

McManis Cabernet Sauvignon is a popular California red known for its dark garnet color, rich dark fruit aromas (blueberry, blackberry, black cherry), and juicy palate with flavors of black currant, black cherry, and hints of smoke, mocha, or chocolate, finishing with soft, creamy tannins and balanced oak. It's generally medium-bodied, offering a fruit-forward, easy-drinking style with integrated fruit and oak, making it a versatile pairing for grilled meats and burgers.

Caymus has a signature style that is dark in color, with rich fruit and ripe tannins – as approachable in youth as in maturity. Since its founding in 1972, Caymus has become renowned as a consistent leader in the production of Napa Valley Cabernet. Grapes for this wine are farmed in a range of Napa’s sub-appellations – from Coombsville to Calistoga – with fruit from the valley floor creating lushness and the hillsides providing backbone. Diversification enables us to make the best possible wine in a given year, featuring layered, lush aromas and flavors, including cocoa, cassis and ripe berries.

85/100 Wine Enthusiast

"This is a fresh and uplifting blend of Cabernet and Malbech with buoyant aromas of wild berry, cranberry, blueberry and tart exotic spice. It has a smooth texture and easy concentration with sweet fruit flavors on the close."

Ilauri Bajo Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is a vibrant, ruby-red Italian wine from the Abruzzo region, featuring an intense aroma of ripe red fruits (cherry, plum, blackberry) framed by subtle oak spices. It is typically medium-bodied, velvety, and approachable, offering a balanced, juicy, and well-rounded palate with 13% ABV.

Montes Purple Angel is a premium red wine from Chile that is made from a blend of Carmenere and Petit Verdot grapes. This wine is known for its deep purple color and intense aromas of black fruit, spices, and vanilla. On the palate, it is full-bodied with a rich and complex flavor profile that includes notes of blackberry, plum, chocolate, and tobacco. The tannins are firm and well-structured, providing a long and elegant finish. This wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, which adds a subtle touch of oak and enhances its complexity. Montes Purple Angel is a perfect wine to pair with grilled meats, hearty stews, and strong cheeses.

The nose is deep and intense, yet discreet, with aromas of graphite, tarry red berries, cinnamon, mineral and a fine twist of savory oranges. Dense and juicy on the palate, with impressive mineral tension and power, followed by a lengthy finish. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but better from 2024.

iLauri 'Tavo' Pinot Grigio is a crisp, dry white wine from Italy's Delle Venezie DOC, featuring a pale straw color with light green hues. It boasts intense aromas of white fruit, including golden apple and pear, with a silky texture on the palate. This 12.5% ABV, stainless-steel-aged wine is known for its refreshing acidity and notes of peach, melon, and citrus.

Lume Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC, produced by iLauri, is a crisp, refreshing, and pale straw-yellow Italian white wine (12.5% ABV) featuring vibrant aromas of pear, peach, and citrus. Known for its high acidity, delicate body, and a clean,, mineral-driven finish, it is a versatile, sustainably produced wine ideal for pairing with seafood, pasta, or as an aperitif.

Zinfully delicious Cali Zinfandel that features all you're looking for in the state's classic variety.

The aromas suggest hickory smoke, black cherry, vanilla and spice cupboard.

A rich, fruity wine perfect for steaks or meat-based pasta dishes.

Pale-to-medium lemon in color, with flecks of silver and green near the rim. Exuberant, opulent notes of fresh white peach, crisp pear, baked buttercrust lemon pie, and crushed-seashell minerality. On the palate, a lusciously juicy and crisp acidity plays off a smooth minerality seamlessly interwoven with citrus and tree fruit. On the finish, extended notes of fresh honeysuckle, chalky stone, and baked pears. A restrained oak presence enhances the fruit and savory notes, making this a perfect wine for fish with cream sauce or a rich triple-cream Brie. The robust acid suggests years of development ahead, which will likely produce additional complexity and layers of dried fruits, cheese-rind depth, and nutty tones.

This Sauvignon Blanc is zesty with lively acidity, hints of passion fruit and gooseberry. There is a touch of richness on the palate which is well balanced by the vibrant acidity and finishes long and clean.

Bright, straw yellow, fine and persistent perlage. Typical and refined with fruity (green apples, pear, citrus fruits) and floral (white flowers, acacia, wisteria and lily of the valley) notes, sage and spices in the finish. Soft, harmonious and elegant, with a slim body and with lively yet balanced acidity.

Righetti’s Amarone is produced from selected Corvina (70%), Rondinella (20%) and other indigenous varietals (10%) grown in the hills of the Valpolicella Classico DOC. The finest bunches of ripe grapes are placed in shallow wood crates and left to dry over a period of 3-5 months. Thereafter, the grapes are pressed, the juice is fermented to dryness, and the wine is aged in large casks of Slavonian oak.
Full-bodied and rich with aromas of dried fruit, plums, black cherry and a distinct “earthy” note. The wine will continue to evolve in the bottle over the next 5 to 10 years. What remains is a highly extracted fruit-driven wine that presents with 15.2% Alc.

The 2016 Château Olivier Blanc is a classic white Pessac-Léognan, characterized by complex aromas of lemon, citrus, elderflower, and pear, complemented by mineral notes of crushed rock and honeysuckle. Its palate is medium-bodied and balanced, offering a blend of freshness and richness with flavors of honeyed citrus, ripe peach, and a hint of beeswax. The wine is made from a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, and Muscadelle grapes, aged in stainless steel and French oak, and finishes with a bright, lingering acidity. 

Caymus Special Selection is always a selection of the best barrels that play to a style constantly pushing the limits of richness and concentration, in this case, clocking in at 16% alcohol. The nose is slightly cooked and raisiny with plenty of cassis, chocolate, and coffee spilling onto the palate. Blackberry jam, pipe tobacco and brown spices line a richly dark, dense tannin finish. It is only made in the best years, but I wouldn’t mind if this was throttled back a bit.

The Ybert family has owned the Château for over four generations, maintaining their Grand Cru classification since 1987 through a commitment to outstanding quality and craftsmanship. This 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc AOC Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Red boasts a deep ruby red color with purple and dense notes. It exudes delicate aromas of sweet spices, toasted notes, and intense black fruits. On the palate, it is rich and complex, generously full of fresh fruit aromas with silky tannins that lend it great finesse. The finish is sweet and leaves a memory of an elegant, tender, harmonious, and pleasantly outstanding wine, which can be enjoyed young but will benefit from aging for 8 to 10 years if stored correctly in a temperature-controlled environment.

Langlois Chateau built its reputation on producing rich and elegant Crémant de Loire sparkling wines. This rosé, made primarily from Domaine vineyards in the Saumur region, is 100% Cabernet Franc. Light and refreshingly crisp, it’s best enjoyed as an aperitif or paired with red berries!

Schweinhardt Riesling Kabinett is a fresh, fruity German white wine, typically light-bodied with vibrant acidity and notes of green apple, citrus (lime, clementine), apricot, pear, and minerality, often showing subtle herbal or smoky hints. Classified as a Kabinett, it's a lower alcohol, entry-level Riesling that's refreshing, balanced (can be off-dry), and great for everyday drinking or pairing with light dishes, offering a classic taste of German Riesling. 

Just as the Moon receives its light from the Sun, so the vine spreads its roots deep into the Earth to nourish its soul with its original energy.

The oenologist has the same authentic, inspiring relationship with this wine. A creator who transforms wine into a work of art.

Type: White, Dry

Alcohol: 13 % Alcohol

Food pairing: Shellfish, turbot, courgette bread and semi-mature cheeses.

Coming from plots on the French Riviera, surrounded by olive trees and pine trees, Studio by Miraval is strongly influenced by the sea sprays and the proximity of the Mediterranean Sea. These salty soils give the wine a unique character and an almost iodized finish.

Pretty pale-pink, very limpid colour with bluish reflections. This wine offers a very
elegant nose with delicate notes of grapefruit and white flowers. Fresh and well balanced, the palate is lively and reveals seductive aromas of citrus and sea iodine.

Pairs well with: Tomato-based dishes

"A custom Cuvee created by importer Eric Solomon, the IGP Cotes Catalanes Novellum is a smokin’ value that’s made from 100% Chardonnay that spent three months in a tank (on Viognier lees) followed by three months in barrel. Tasting like it cost three times the price, it offers lots of orchard fruits, white peach, honeysuckle and a hint of vanilla to go with a medium to full-bodied, crisp, yet still textured and mouth-filling style on the palate. You can’t go wrong at the price and this is a terrific wine to enjoy over the coming year or two." Wine Advocate

The nose of this wine is characterized by its fruity profile, offering a rich intensity of fruit with notes of fleshy red berries, crushed red berries, and hints of violet and blackcurrant. There are also nuances of fleshy plum, black tea, lily, saffron, and a subtle hint of vanilla. On the palate, it exhibits a mineral freshness and balance, with a defined fruitiness and roundness. The tannic structure is finely tightened, accompanied by a pleasant juiciness and a coating texture. Flavors of fleshy red berry, crushed raspberry, and pulpy red plum dominate, complemented by floral hints, iodine salinity, and subtle notes of liquorice, tobacco, graphite, and mocha. The tannins are smooth, with background nuances of toasted hazelnut and blueberry adding complexity.

Chateau Laurence 'Petite Laurence' is made from 100% Merlot grapes and aged for 14 months in tank and barrel before release. The wine is soft and smooth and gentle with a savouriness and spicy taste.  There is a food friendly meaty and woody undertone, perfect for a variety of Autumnal dishes.

Traditionally, Palermo was a blend that included wine not used in Mercury Head or Papillon, but winemaker Dave Phinney now sources fruit specifically for this bottling. The Cabernet Sauvignon Palermo, aged for 11 months in 34% new oak and crafted from a blend of estate-grown and purchased fruit, also incorporates small proportions of Merlot and Malbec. It presents aromas of cherries, cassis, and subtle earthiness, complemented by hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. Full-bodied and well-balanced, it offers a combination of firmness and softness, resulting in an overall enjoyable drinking experience.

Experience the vibrancy of this aromatic white wine, bursting with freshness and vitality. Delicate yet sparkling, its light yellow hue entices the senses. Revel in the lush floral bouquet, where notes of white roses mingle with exotic lychee and Muscat grapes. The palate is greeted with a ripe and expressive burst of flavor, leading to a dry and satisfying finish within its feather-light structure. Perfect as a playful aperitif or paired with fruit pie, this wine also complements light dishes with an exotic twist. Serve chilled at 8°C for optimal enjoyment.

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.

Winemaker notes:
Overture reflects the winemaker's artistry by showcasing the talent of blending five traditional Bordeaux grape varieties and capturing terroir characteristics of the same variety grown in different soils. However, Overture's third blending aspect - that of marrying multiple vintages - yields a softer, rounder expression of our estate that can be enjoyed upon release.Overture is full bodied but approachable in its youth. Overture shows generous dark fruit aromas and flavors with a soft, supple mid-palate.