Louis Roederer Brut Premier

90 Pts. Delicious. Smooth and complex, revealing flavors of yeast, berry, ginger and citrus, allied to a firm structure. Ends with a firm, tactile sensation and an aftertaste of candied citrus. Drink now.(WS)  more

Bodegas Emilio Moro Ribera del Duero 2005

This wine was made from truly top-quality grapes of excellent ripeness, which is demonstrated from the beginning to the end of the tasting. The wine displays an intense colour with a bluish rim and a cherry-red core. Attractive, perfectly integrated fruit aromas come to the fore with power and concentration. more

Domaine Serene Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir 2006

A little more extraction and concentration here but the wine remains balanced and focused on the palate. Another terrific from Tony Rynders and his winemaking team. The enticing nose displays a complex array of cherry pie, raspberry cordial, dried orange peel, caramel, vanilla and allspice. The palate delivers intense black ... more

d'Arenberg The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

This wine has a deep, dark, vibrant black appearance suggesting a full-bodied dry red. The aroma is dense and complex with a mix of fragrant fruit dominated by cassis, blackcurrants, mulberries, coffee, toffee and dark chocolate with fine cedar oak developing in the background. The palate shows a lighter, fresher, ... more

d'Arenberg The Cadenzia 2006

Intense red cherry appearance when poured suggests a full bodied complex dry red. This really needs to be poured into a big glass as the wine is clearly suppressed. Quickly though intense red cherry, cranberry, kirsch notes to appear with a subtle background of pepper, stone fruit kernels and nutty ... more

d'Arenberg The Galvo Garage 2005

The 2005 Galvo Garage offers an exotic array of classical cabernet characteristics: blackcurrants, dark cassis notes, and an underlying mix of dark chocolate and earthy minerality. As the wine opens there are perfumed notes apparent with cherry, prune, violets and fine cedar oak. The ripe palate has an impressive elegance, ... more

Zardetto Prosecco Brut

Crystal clear with a hearty white foam and fine perlage. Fresh fragrant aromas, a delicately soft and harmonious taste are the hallmarks of this quintessential aperitif wine. Prosecco is a wine to be enjoyed in the company of friends served with shellfish or in the local way with tasty fried ... more

Fonseca Vintage Port 2000

Wine Spectator Review from barrel tasting Tightly wound and unyielding. Lots of plum and raisiny character. Full-bodied, medium-sweet and very, very velvety, with lots of fruit and round tannins. Good grip. Very harmonious for Fonseca. 12,500 cases made. Score range: 92-94 (JS) FONSECA 2000 VINTAGE Background Notes The backbone of ... more

Cockburn's Vintage Port 2000

Aromas of violets and blueberries dominate the nose and full-bodied palate. The wonderfully layered flavors are delivered on big smooth tannins and lead to a long velvety finish. This Vintage Port should age to perfection over the next twenty years. more

Domaine Ruinart Blanc de Blancs

Ruinart Blanc de Blancs has fine, light bubbles. Delicate Chardonnay grapes give it an instantly recognizable golden yellow colour. On the palate, it develops a fresh, supple roundedness. more

Kingston Family Vineyards Cariblanco Sauvignon Blanc 2007

The 2007 has a steely instensity with plenty of the citrusy/minerally/spicy quality that seems to be definitive of the vineyard. With one foot in the new world and one foot in the old world, its vibrant fruit and mineral waxy tones are somewhat reminiscent of Sancerre. True style and finesse ... more

Girard Sauvignon Blanc 2008

A very clean, fresh and crisp Sauvignon Blanc; Lush aromas of pineapple, guava and banana on the nose, while the palate exhibits fresh-cut grapefruit and tangy lemon zest. A wonderful apéritif wine that pairs well with lighter white fish, green salads and goat cheese.  more