2019 Ch Chantalouette, Pomerol

2021 Gigondas, Domaine Raspail-Ay

2020 Montedesassi, Il Borghetto, Montefiridolfi Toscana IGP

This is the more powerful wine of Il Borghetto's two pure Sangioveses. Sinewy, muscular tannins give the Montedesassi considerable punch and drive. Like all of these wines, the Montedesassi is quite perfumed and savoury in style. ...

2018 Rioja Reserva, Bodegas Ondarre, Spain MAGNUMS 150cl

Leather, vanilla and spice of traditionally made Rioja enveloped in a smooth and textured palate. Balanced, with ripe, wild strawberries and integrated tannins through to a long, lingering finish. Tempranillo 90%, Mazuelo 10%

2017 Ch Teynac, St Julien

2019 Leipold's Reserve Spatburgunder Trocken, franken

2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Cuvée Les Olivets, Domaine Roger Sabon

2009 Ch Cissac, Cru Bourgeois, Haut Médoc

89 Points, Neal Martin (Wine Advocate) ...

2019 Ch La Bridane, St Julien

2024 Two Paddocks Pinot Noir, Central Otago

2022 Châteauneuf du Pape Rouge Les Sinards, Perrin et Fils

16/20 Jancis Robinson MW Wild notes on the nose – spice and leather. The palate is rich and powerful. Firm, grainy tannins and a pretty introverted palate at the moment. Layered finish that needs some time to come together.

2022 Rockburn Pinot Noir, Central Otago, New Zealand