Frescobaldi Montesodi 2014 75cl
£51.25
The nose has the bold character typical of this vintage Among the main descriptors, fruity notes begin with red and black berries, including raspberry, wild strawberry, black cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry These are supported by sweet vanillaand rounded off with balsamic notes, pepper and cinnamon The palate is well-rounded and sumptuously elegant; the alcohol and acidic content balance out perfectly The tannins are smooth and well integrated
Matias Riccitelli 'Old Vines From Patagonia', Rio Negro, Merlot 2022 75cl
£50.86
Opulent and deeply textured, this complex and intense wine has lovely herbal aromatics of lavender and rosemary complemented by wild dark fruits and hints of chocolate
Matias Riccitelli 'Riccitelli and Father', Lujan de Cuyo 2021 75cl
£72.42
A fine, intense and remarkably balanced wine showing great aromatic intensity, with a core of velvety black fruits together with red pepper and surrounded by liquorice, spice and floral notes
Maison Roche de Bellene Puligny-Montrachet 2021 75cl
£101.87
This delicious Puligny-Montrachet displays attractive peach, marzipan and struck flint notes on the nose The concentration from older vines and the intensity of the vintage are evident on the palate, and the wine has both appealing vibrancy and satisfying richness With lovely balance, this classy Burgundy is ready to enjoy now, and will continue to drink well for several years
Domaine de Bellene Cote de Nuits-Villages Vieilles Vignes 2020 75cl
£37.94
An outstanding Burgundy, with excellent intensity of aroma and flavour, fantastic balance and structure, and deep, earthy richness - thanks to some seriously old vines in two small plots (totalling less than two hectares), which were planted in 1946 and 1954 This gets even better with air, so decanting is recommended Exceptional value for money Enjoy immediately or any time over the next 4-5 years
Maison Roche de Bellene Monthelie 2019 75cl
£40.79
A delicious, delicate Burgundy that is drinking beautifully now It has vivacious fruit perfume on the nose, with the hint of earthiness that marks it as 'un vrai Bourgogne' Juicy and straightforward, this is one to enjoy now and over the next two years
Planeta Santa Cecilia Magnum 2020 150cl
£78.42
Deep and rich in colour, almost opaque with an intense nose of spice, chocolate and plums On the palate the wine is well balanced with ripe, spicy fruit and a savoury character The finish is long and tasty
Bertani Amarone Classico DOCG 1994 75cl
£466.75
A deep garnet red colour witnesses the long barrel ageing The first impression on the nose is of fresh black cherry aromas, leading into notes of maraschino cherry and plum Immense depth and complexity on the palate: dried fruit, oolong tea, liquorice, spice, red-berry fruits, and a long velvety vanilla note on the finish However, the key to this wine has got to be the sweetness level It is genuinely dry, unlike many modern-style competitors
Bertani Amarone Classico DOCG 1980 75cl
£626.53
A deep garnet red colour witnesses the long barrel ageing The first impression on the nose is of fresh black cherry aromas, leading into notes of maraschino cherry and plum Immense depth and complexity on the palate: dried fruit, oolong tea, liquorice, spice, red-berry fruits, and a long velvety vanilla note on the finish However, the key to this wine has got to be the sweetness level It is genuinely dry, unlike many modern-style competitors
Swinney Farvie Mourvedre 2021 75cl
£78.77
Owner Matt Swinney and winemaker Rob Mann's ambition here is to produce a Bandol-inspired wine that displays the splendid qualities of the Mourvedre grape This has fabulous, complex, savoury meat-stock richness lent grace by a lovely, lilting floral lift There is masses going on in the mouth: weighty, chewy and terrifically textured There are layers of tannins upon tannins and yet they are never obtrusive, but instead comforting and velvety You can enjoy this immediately (decanting recommended), or it will keep for many years
Kooyong Ferrous Pinot Noir 2021 75cl
£44.74
Beautifully fresh and complex aromas of cherry, cranberry, walnut, anise and liquorice root, with a hint of blood orange There's a wonderful woodsy earthiness going on underneath The aromas are ripe, but the multi-faceted nuances are far more suggestive of Burgundy than the character you would expect from Australia or New Zealand Seamlessly supple in the mouth, with superbly well-knit acidity and tannins, this is really finely-crafted and elegantly-balanced An absolute joy to drink immediately, this could also age gracefully for at least another 7-10 years
Chateau Bouscaut Pessac-Leognan Blanc, Cru Classe 2021 75cl
£53.84
Such an exciting and complex melange of aromas - passionfruit, lemon curd, toast, creme brulee, cinnamon and poached pear In the mouth, it has a creamy, suave texture, cut across by vibrant acidity Fabulous length of flavour, with amazing concentration on the finish It just lasts and lasts on the palate What a wine!