60% Grenache, 40% Syrah.

A great introduction to Napa Valley 

A Bordeaux blend, the wine is forthcoming with lovely aromas of red fruit, round, silky tannins and an abounding brightness. 

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

Ripe aromas of poached pear and apple compote are laced with hints of iodine, lemon rind and a whiff of brine. The succulent, round and sappy middle weight flavours display notably better than average persistence on the citrusy, clean and nicely dry finale. This punches above its weight and is worth a look. Outstanding Top value. 2028+
89-91 Allen Meadows, Burghound.

There is a whiff of the exotic that includes lychee and passion fruit on the layered nose laced with iodine, seaweed, floral and lemongrass wisps. The exceptionally rich, even opulent, medium-bodied flavours manage to be at once generous yet refined, all wrapped in a clean, dry and youthfully austere finale. This is an interesting wine as the mid-palate is quite open and lush while the finish is fairly tightly wound. Worth checking out as this should drink well both young and with up to a decade of keeping. Outstanding.
90-93 Burghound.

There is sufficient reduction to overshadow everything but a subtle floral nuance. On the palate though there is both good freshness and verve to the pretty and delicious middle weight flavours that exude a bracing salinity on the balanced, clean and dry citrus-tinged finale. This could use better depth so a few years of keeping are in order. 88-91 Burghound (2024)

A juicy, structured yet fine boned Sylvaner that cleanses and engages the palate with notes of fresh grass, lemon zest and fine herbs. A certain stoniness enhances the cleansing, tonic qualities. From old vines in the historic Clos des Capucines.
Justerini & Brooks.

"Hand-harvested, de-stemmed and fermented in small parcels, then aged in French oak before being blended in the Bordeaux style.  This wine is unfined and unfiltered, so is also suitable for vegans.

Ripe blackberry, chocolate and spice on the palate, with soft tannins and a dry finish.  Can be cellared for a further 8 years."

Louis Roederer Collection is the non-vintage of the 21st century.

Replacing Brut Premier in 2021, the latest release from the family-owned Champagne House takes the multi-vintage cuvée to higher grounds.

The innovative creation of the Perpetual Reserve (a blend of non-malolactic 50% chardonnay and 50% pinot noir set aside and blended in closed stainless-steel vats every year since 2012); coupled with the influence of Roederer's sustainable organic and biodynamic farming; and the use of an extensive palette of oak-aged Reserve wines in the cuvee; all combine to bring a never-seen before dimension in the multi-vintage champagne world.

Each Collection is numbered and represents the number of blends created by the House since its foundation in 1776.

Hand picked grapes and cool temperature fermentation in stainless steel both preserve the fruit forward flavours in this wine, making it one of the country's purest, freshest dry whites. Under the radar? Yes. Worth trying? Definitely. If Riesling has yet to make it onto your radar, this wine is the perfect place to start.

Jinro Soju Melon 360ml is a smooth and lightly sweet flavoured Korean soju that blends the clean, crisp character of traditional soju with the juicy taste of ripe melon. It delivers a refreshing and easy-drinking profile with soft fruity aromas and a clean finish that makes it highly approachable. Light in alcohol and well-balanced, it is perfect for casual social occasions or enjoying chilled on its own. Best served cold, it offers a refreshing tropical-style twist on a classic Korean spirit.