• Winery and wine: Bodega Piedra Negra, Alta Coleccion

• Appellation: Malbec Mendoza

• Region: Argentina, Mendoza

• Grape varieties: 100% Malbec

• Vintage: 2021

• Colour: Red - A lovely ruby hue.

• Colour intensity: Deep and bright.

Summer red-fruit aromas dominate, with light hints of black pepper.

• Body: 4/6 - Robust

• Tannins: 3/6 - Supple

• Sweetness: 1/6 - Very dry

• Acidity: 3/6 - Fresh

• Alcohol: 3/6 - Warming (13.5%)

• Finish: 6/6 - Very long (>10 sec)

Lovely liveliness and freshness, balanced by indulgent notes

Fish, butter sauce or apple tart

• Winery and wine name: Pago Casa Gran - Falcata Blanco

• Appellation: Valencia DO

• Region: Spain, south-west of Valencia, Valencia DO

• Grape varieties: 95% Gewurztraminer and 5% Moscatel

• Vintage: 2022

• Wine colour: White - A lovely pale green hue.

• Colour intensity: Bright, shimmering highlights.

Intense aromas on the nose and palate

Scents of apricot, rose, honey and rich perfume.

• Body: 3/6 - Balanced

• Tannins: 0/6 - None

• Sweetness: 1/6 - Very dry

• Acidity: 3/6 - Fresh

• Alcohol: 2/6 - Light (12.5%)

• Finish: 6/6 - Very long (>10 sec)

A fresh, flavourful and refreshing wine. A bottle that might just surprise you!

With white meat, as an aperitif, with sweet-and-savoury dishes or smoked fish … this wine suits all sorts of occasions.

• Winery and wine: Ernst Gouws & Co, Khai Rouge

• Appellation: Stellenbosch

• Region: South Africa, Western Cape, Coastal Region, Stellenbosch

• Grape varieties: 60% Syrah, 25% Grenache, 15% Cinsault

• Vintage: 2021

• Colour: Red - A brilliant ruby-red hue, sparkling with violet highlights.

• Colour intensity: Intense and bright.

It reveals further aromas of wild brambles, ripe plums, exotic spices, baked Christmas cake and dried pears. The exotic spice notes evoke a journey through an open-air market in North Africa.

• Body: 4/6 - Robust

• Tannins: 4/6 - Firm

• Sweetness: 0/6 - Very dry

• Acidity: 3/6 - Fresh

• Alcohol: 3/6 - Warming (13.5%)

• Finish: 5/6 - Long (9 sec)

• Finish: 5/6 - Long (9–10 sec)

A fresh, voluptuous wine and a delightful surprise from South Africa!

Ideal with smoked, braised venison steak for a classic South African pairing. Or simply as an aperitif!

• Winery and wine: Château Musar, Jeune Blanc

• Appellation: Bekaa Valley

• Region: Lebanon, Jounieh, Bekaa Valley

• Grape varieties: Viognier, Vermentino, Chardonnay

• Vintage: 2020

• Colour: White - A golden-yellow hue, characteristic of dry Lebanese white wines

• Colour intensity: Clear and limpid, with a fairly bright appearance.

The nose is lively and crisp, with notes of pineapple and citrus over a mineral backdrop. It also reveals complex fruit notes of apricot, white peach and pear, elderflower and white flowers, with herbal nuances.

• Body: 2/6 - Supple

• Tannins: 0/6 - None

• Sweetness: 2/6 - Medium-dry

• Acidity: 3/6 - Fresh

• Alcohol: 3/6 - Generous (13%)

• Finish: 4/6 - Fairly long (7–8 sec)

Structured and balanced, with fruit and softness leading to a finish with excellent aromatic persistence. Vibrant and fresh, with a lingering finish.

Pairs with grilled fish, herb-roasted chicken, seafood salads and spicy Middle Eastern dishes.

• Winery and wine: M.A. Alonso Etayo - Viña Ilusion

• Appellation: Rioja

• Region: Spain, south-west of Pamplona, Rioja Baja

• Grape varieties: Tempranillo

• Vintage: 2021

• Colour: Red - A lovely deep-red hue

• Colour intensity: Appearance.

An expressive, precise and complex nose, with fruity aromas of black cherry and a slight oakiness.

• Body: 5/6 - Powerful

• Tannins: 5/6 - Robust

• Sweetness: 0/6 - Very dry

• Acidity: 4/6 - Fresh

• Alcohol: 3/6 - Balanced (13%)

• Finish: 6/6 - Very long (>10 sec)

It opens with a lovely lively, fresh attack, followed by a rounded, structured palate. Notes of spice and dark fruit...

Pair with fine cuts of meat, pata negra ham or tapas.

• Winery and wine: Judith Beck - Ink

• Appellation: Burgenland

• Region: Austria, Burgenland

• Grape varieties: Zweigelt (80%), Saint-Laurent (20%)

• Vintage: 2021

• Colour: Red - A purplish hue

• Colour intensity: Bright appearance.

A nose combining red fruit and spice.

• Body: 3/6 - Balanced

• Tannins: 4/6 - Noticeable

• Sweetness: 1/6 - Very dry

• Acidity: 5/6 - Fresh

• Alcohol: 2/6 - Light (12.5%)

• Finish: 3/6 - noticeable (>6 sec)

Judith’s character shines through in this cuvée: precision and rigour alongside playfulness and originality. It’s unlike anything else, and all the better for it! The palate is precise, combining juicy, crisp fruit with delicate acidity that brings freshness and length. The tannins are fine and very subtle, making it wonderfully drinkable.

Sesame-crusted bluefin tuna tataki. Beef tartare.

• Winery and wine: Tenuta Sticciano - Maggiano Chianti

• Appellation: Chianti

• Region: Italy, Tuscany, Chianti

• Grape varieties: 100% Sangiovese

• Vintage: 2021

• Colour: Red - A lovely ruby hue with garnet highlights

• Colour intensity: Bright appearance.

A nose of light red fruit and blackberries, with intense aromas.

• Body: 3/6 - Balanced

• Tannins: 4/6 - Powerful

• Sweetness: 0/6 - Very dry

• Acidity: 5/6 - Very fresh

• Alcohol: 4/6 - Warming (13.5%)

• Finish: 6/6 - Very long (>10 sec)

A lovely, gentle palate of cherry and mineral notes, with well-integrated tannins. A fine organically grown Chianti. Unfiltered Chianti.

Delicate red meats, white meats, roast poultry, rabbit legs in red wine, white truffle ravioli, stuffed peppers or tomatoes, beef Wellington, hunter-style chicken.

• Winery and wine: Bodega Piedra Negra, Torrontes

• Appellation: Mendoza

• Region: Argentina, Mendoza, Uco Valley

• Grape varieties: 100% Torrontes

• Vintage: 2021

• Colour: White - A lovely straw-yellow hue with green highlights.

• Colour intensity: Deep and bright.

Torrontes offers delicate aromas of exotic yellow fruit. Its fresh nose brings aromas of pineapple and rose, with hints of nutmeg.

• Body: 4/6 - Fairly full-bodied

• Tannins: 0/6 - None

• Sweetness: 1/6 - Very dry

• Acidity: 4/6 - Fresh

• Alcohol: 3/6 - Warming (13%)

• Finish: 5/6 - Very long (>8 sec)

Its beautiful balance makes this a wonderfully elegant white wine. Lively, refreshing notes of citrus and tropical fruit are accompanied by pronounced minerality. The finish is remarkably persistent, with delicate spice notes. A cuvée that brings people together, delights them and wins everyone over!

Aperitifs, starters, fish, shellfish & crustaceans, white meat, world cuisine, cheese

• Winery and wine: Château Musar, Jeune Rouge

• Appellation: Bekaa Valley

• Region: Lebanon, Jounieh, Bekaa Valley

• Grape varieties: Cinsault 50%, Syrah 30%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%

• Vintage: 2020

• Colour: Ruby red with flowing tears

• Colour intensity: A deeply coloured wine

A very appealing nose of fresh fruit, blackcurrants and redcurrants, with a hint of delicate spice.

• Body: 5/6 - Powerful

• Tannins: 3/6 - Balanced

• Sweetness: 2/6 - Dry

• Acidity: 3/6 - Fresh

• Alcohol: 6/6 - Generous (14.5%)

• Finish: 4/6 - Fairly long (7–8 sec)

A rounded palate rich in fruit (wild strawberries), with firm tannins that meld beautifully and a supple finish that brings it all together.

Charcuterie, red meat, poultry, game, mushrooms, barbecue, world cuisine, cheese

• Winery and wine: Ernst Gouws & Co, Chenin Blanc

• Appellation: Stellenbosch

• Region: South Africa, Western Cape, Coastal Region, Stellenbosch

• Grape varieties: 100% Chenin

• Vintage: 2020

• Colour: White - Straw-coloured with green highlights.

• Colour intensity: Bright and luminous.

A chalky nose with notes of juicy pear, subtle tart touches and intense citrus aromas.

• Body: 2/6 - Light

• Tannins: 0/6 - None

• Sweetness: 0/6 - Very dry

• Acidity: 5/6 - Very fresh

• Alcohol: 2/6 - Subtle (12.5%)

• Finish: 2/6 - Subtle (4 sec)

A crowd-pleasing wine with an explosion of fruit on the nose and palate.

It offers an ideal balance of concentration, finesse and freshness. The forthright, invigorating character of this dry Chenin Blanc is an absolute delight!

As an aperitif, white meat, chicken with mushrooms, fresh cheeses 

• Winery and wine: Hacienda Araucano, Clo de Lolol Tinto

• Appellation: Colchagua

• Region: Chile, Central Valley, Rapel Valley, Colchagua Valley

• Grape varieties: Syrah, Carménère, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet, Petit Verdot

• Vintage: 2018

• Colour: Red - A deep, bright red with purple highlights.

• Colour intensity: Deep and fairly intense.

The nose is fresh and elegant, with notes of dark-fruit jam and tobacco, as well as spices such as cinnamon and clove.

• Body: 4/6 - Robust

• Tannins: 4/6 - Firm

• Sweetness: 0/6 - Very dry

• Acidity: 3/6 - Fresh

• Alcohol: 4/6 - Warming (14.5%)

• Finish: 6/6 - Very long (>10 sec)

This wine reveals itself in stages, highlighting the complexity of the blend, with background notes of leather, white pepper and liquorice. Its aromatic power brings the whole into balance, reflecting the elegance of the Lolol Valley.

This well-balanced wine pairs with game in a wine sauce or barbecued red meat...

• Winery and wine: Villa Maria Estate, Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc

• Appellation: Marlborough

• Region: New Zealand, South Island, Marlborough, Wairau and Awatere Valleys

• Grape varieties: Sauvignon Blanc

• Vintage: 2021

• Colour: White - A lovely straw-yellow hue.

• Colour intensity: Beautiful, bright highlights.

The aromas of Awatere’s cool climate leap from the glass: lemongrass, jalapeño pepper and fresh herbs. Young, fresh notes that are almost vibrant.

• Body: 2/6 - Supple

• Tannins: 0/6 - None

• Sweetness: 2/6 - Medium-dry

• Acidity: 5/6 - Sharp

• Alcohol: 3/6 - Subtle (13.5%)

• Finish: 3/6 - elegant (4 sec)

A juicy palate with notes of invigorating grapefruit, lime zest and kaffir lime (a citrus fruit). A lovely lingering finish. A perfect aperitif wine, best served chilled on hot summer days.

The fresh herbal flavours pair well with most salads, while the riper tropical flavours complement many fish dishes. Chef’s tip: this wine will subtly elevate steamed mussels with lemongrass and chilli...