Nose: Intense aromas of red cherries, raspberries, and violets, with hints of tobacco and earthiness.

Taste: Rich and velvety, with flavors of ripe red fruits, blackberries, and plums. Subtle notes of vanilla and spice add complexity.

Palate: Well-structured with firm tannins and a balanced acidity. The wine has a long, persistent finish with a touch of minerality.

Batch #12, blended by Rhea, features a unique mix of well-aged, bold bourbons: 7- to 14-year-old bourbons combined with two different 4-year-old bourbons. The nose reveals sweet spice and caramel with a hint of butterscotch, offering a long, pleasant aroma. The palate presents a warm rush of spice, robust caramel, and cream, melting into passion fruit and spicy citrus notes. The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering caramel and cream. Batch #12 is bottled at 115.8 proof (57.9% ABV).

This amber-hued whisky with dark gold highlights entices with complex aromas of marmalade, honey, ground coffee, and nutty sherry notes. The robust flavors of sherry and oak are pleasantly balanced with a dry, malty, dark chocolate profile, creating an intense, full-bodied experience with a lengthy finish. Enjoy it neat, and consider pairing it with blue cheese for an exquisite combination.

Who is afraid of warm years? Hardly the Port elite. Aromas of tropical woods, black cherry and Assam pepper, allspice, poivre long. Short softness, firm acidity, then a gripping, dry but ripe tannin. With air contact, the port becomes increasingly floral and slate-spicy. (A bottle of this port was also the first Port in Space!)

A sweet fortified red made from a blend of wines aged for an average of 30 years in oak casks before being bottled. Complex in its aromas and flavors, it shows ripe, jammy fruit followed by floral notes, herbs and sweet spices and dried fruit, plums and licorice, all supported and balanced by refreshing acidity and a firm, creamy texture. Alcohol 20%.

Nose: Smoky, earthy, and herbal with notes of roasted agave, charred wood, and hints of citrus.

Taste: Rich and complex with flavors of roasted agave, smoky mesquite, black pepper, and a touch of tropical fruit sweetness.

Palate: Velvety and smooth, with a medium to full body. The smokiness lingers on the palate, balanced by a subtle sweetness and a touch of minerality.

Nose: Smoky, earthy, and herbal with notes of roasted agave, charred wood, and hints of citrus.

Taste: Rich and complex, with flavors of smoky mezcal, roasted agave, black pepper, and a touch of sweetness.

Palate: Full-bodied and velvety, with a lingering smoky finish and a subtle spiciness.

Once past the opening bouquet of white flowers and dried roses, you find plums, black cherries, black raspberries, mint and cigar wrapper nuances. The palate provides a lush, opulent, vibrant, energetic backdrop for its wealth of deep red fruits and oceanic influences. The finish has a touch of salty chalk that adds complexity to its wealth of silky, ripe, red fruits.

Rocas de Seña is named in tribute to the rocky soils of the Aconcagua Valley, which impart unique characteristics to the wine. The large volcanic rocks in the vineyard reflect the holistic landscape. This second wine from Seña continues the exploration of the terroir's expression, blending selected blocks from the Seña vineyard with Mediterranean varieties that thrive in the region. The result is a wine that delivers both elegance and youthful freshness. A lively blend of 38% Malbec, 25% Syrah, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Grenache & 8% Petit Verdot that has subtle aromas of
coffee and Asian spices with a touch of mocha from the oak which creates a very deep and
complex nose. The palate is vibrant and tense with good density and shows multiple
layers of fresh fruits, spices, and balsamic notes with a hint of smoke. This is a very elegant and
splendidly youthful wine, yet will age for a decade or more. 

"A custom Cuvee created by importer Eric Solomon, the IGP Cotes Catalanes Novellum is a smokin’ value that’s made from 100% Chardonnay that spent three months in a tank (on Viognier lees) followed by three months in barrel. Tasting like it cost three times the price, it offers lots of orchard fruits, white peach, honeysuckle and a hint of vanilla to go with a medium to full-bodied, crisp, yet still textured and mouth-filling style on the palate. You can’t go wrong at the price and this is a terrific wine to enjoy over the coming year or two." Wine Advocate

This wine boasts a distinctive coppery hue, achieved by leaving the must on the skins overnight! Aromas of ripe pear, apricot, and floral notes are enriched with hints of almonds and a touch of spice. Its complexity and depth make it highly versatile, pairing beautifully with cold cuts, charcuterie boards, seafood risotto, delicate white meats, and even Lobster Mac and Cheese. The grapes are manually harvested and fermented in stainless steel under temperature control, with minimal intervention to preserve the wine’s natural character and unique style.

One of the two most commercially important red grapes grown in Greece, Agiorgitiko is a light, lively variety that does especially well in the Pelopponese, where Papagiannakos is located. This wine exhibits a nose of playful spice and appetizing flavors of red berry and black currant. Mellow and balanced, it will pair well with heartier meat dishes as well as tomato-based pastas and poultry.

Aromas of raspberry, juniper and freshly ground coffee emanate from this inky garnet colored wine. It has glossy tannins, with cooling herb flavors on the palate such as licorice, clove and menthol that are joined by black cherry and raspberry. Bright fruit notes overtake the sense of coolness on the drawn-out finish. Mike DeSimone

Located in Normandy along the Cider Route in the heart of Pays d’Auge, the Pierre Huet family estate has been producing and selling Calvados, Pommeau de Normandie, and Cider for five generations. Their 30 hectares of orchards feature more than 25 varieties of cider apples, grown on both tall apple trees and low stems. The Crème Pierre Huet is best enjoyed chilled (between 8 and 10°C), either on ice or neat, as an aperitif or after dinner, much like a whisky or rum cream!

Crafted by the Daucourt family from Angoulême in the heart of the Cognac region, this single malt is made using French spring barley and aged in a mix of Limousin oak, cherrywood, and acacia casks! Signature tangerine notes blend beautifully with vanilla fudge and spiced dried apricots. Warming flavors of preserved orange and honey create a buttery-smooth sip, with a growing spiciness from the French oak. It all leads to a tongue-tingling spicy finish. Vive la révolution!

Barbera is a rare gem in South Africa, with only 50 hectares planted, making winemaker Reenen Borman's work with this variety particularly exciting. Expect fresh nuances of cherries, blackberries, and a hint of cranberry, with a touch of violets and a finish of clove and pepper. This wine makes an excellent patio sipper and is best served slightly chilled to enjoy all the crisp and juicy berry flavours.

Crafted from a secret blend of 40 botanicals collected from all over the world, Montenegro Amaro boasts a history since 1885. The flavour is so rich and versatile that it can be enjoyed in a variety of ways: straight or on the rocks but also for revisiting classic cocktail or crafting innovative drinks.

Made with the same grapes and care that go into the Leitz award-winning “regular” Rieslings and Pinot Noirs, the wines are de-alcoholised through a low temperature vaccuum distillation process to ensure alcohol is removed without removing the all important natural aromas and remarkable properties of the terroir. The wine is clean and fresh with notes of lime and citrus; surprisingly rhubarb and a little hint of red apples on an underlying mineral base. The finish is dry and relatively long.

Temperance Chérie is a comfort beverage, as welcome as a warm hug on a cold day. Ripe cherry notes mingle with the best of British Columbian apples to create a sparkler that hints of orchard blossoms kissed by the sun.

“Colibri” is Italian for hummingbird and considered a symbol of freedom. From a well-known region of Italy, from family-owned vineyards, the wines are not just non-alcoholic, but certified organic. This spumante has a beautiful coral pink colour. On the nose, it reveals scents of small red berries, honey and apple. Crisp palate with citrus character mixed with cranberries and raspberries. Good texture from the bubbles, and pleasant acidity that brings freshness and a firm finish.

The Armagnac Castarede hails from the historic Castarede family, who have been producing Armagnac in France since 1832. This expression offers a rich nose of stewed fruits, cedary oak, pecans, honey, plums, and a touch of white pepper. Over time, the aromas evolve into sweeter notes of vanilla, sticky dates, and old muscat. On the palate, it's silky and elegant, showcasing dried fruits, bread pudding, toffee, and baking spices, complemented by gentle fine tannins on the finish. The result is a refined Armagnac with great finesse and a surprisingly delicate character for its age.

Piekenierskloof's mountain vineyards, located near the Cederberg Wilderness Area, are renowned for producing exceptional Grenache from dry land bush vines. Neil discovered the oldest Grenache vineyard in the country that each year yields a limited amount of grapes. The vineyard produced consistently award winning Grenache since 2007. The alcoholic fermentation is initiated in stainless steel tank with the malolactic fermentation being completed in French oak barrels. The wine is aged for 14 months in a combination of new, 2nd and 3rd passage larger French oak barrels.The wine has inviting red berry and creamy strawberry flavours, complemented by a creamy texture and silky tannins. The oldest of these vines, planted in 1966 on their own roots, remain un-grafted and disease-free, contributing to the wine's elegance, finesse, and sweet fruit character. The region's extreme temperature variations, with hot days and cold nights, along with its Table Mountain sandstone and shale soils, further enhance the distinctiveness of the Grenache from this area. Light in colour, and although high(er) in alcohol, the wine is well-balanced. Put a slight chill on it for optimal flavour. Another great Neil Ellis wine. 

Radiantly star-bright in color, this rosé exhibits a vibrant pale pink hue with glimmers of copper reflections. Its aroma is a unique fusion of classic Provençal red berries alongside evocative scents reminiscent of the holidays, including pine, cinnamon, and gingerbread cookies.

If you're looking for Beaujolais Cru, look no further. Of the 10 Cru, CLS has wines from seven. Rather than sourcing the grapes from all across the Beaujolais region, each individual Cru has their own terroir and soil structure; all made with 100% Gamay with the resulting wines unique and set-apart from each other. At the foot of the Côte du Py are the “Grand Cras” plots, a magnificent terroir composed of compacted sediments from the Côte du Py (a mixture of schist, metamorphic rock, and clay) and decomposing granite. This unique blend with the 75-year old vines produces wines with great character and complexity.
The Grand Cras is very complex and powerful. As it opens up, it presents notes of red fruit. The tannins are mature, leading into a velvety and persistent finish reminiscent of a Burgundian Pinot Noir.

If you're looking for Beaujolais Cru, look no further. Of the 10 Cru, CLS has wines from seven. Rather than sourcing the grapes from all across the Beaujolais region, each individual Cru has their own terroir and soil structure; all made with 100% Gamay with the resulting wines unique and set-apart from each other. The plot En Rémont is covered with 80-year old vines. It is a secluded vineyard at the end of the road, preserved and protected by surrounding woods and fields. Guided by Pascal’s careful touch, the grapes produce a very round and generous wine with intriguing notes of berries and spice. Beautiful silky tannins lead into a long, fresh finish.

If you're looking for Beaujolais Cru, look no further. Of the 10 Cru, CLS has wines from seven. Rather than sourcing the grapes from all across the Beaujolais region, each individual Cru has their own terroir and soil structure; all made with 100% Gamay with the resulting wines unique and set-apart from each other. Moulin-a-Vent is known as one of the more 'robust' Cru. From the Les Thorins sector of Moulin-à-Vent, this wine is dense with some solid tannins. Rich, juicy and generously structured with jammy red fruits, Lucien’s Moulin-À-Vent has a red crimson robe.The complexity is deep, with spicy aromas, and a lovely bouquet of blueberries and violets. It is rich in body and character with a beautiful long silky finish backed by mature tannins.

This classic bottling showcases the variety with effusive red fruit, wild herb, and tar notes in both aroma and flavor, finishing with slight and elegant tannins!

Experience a symphony of flavors with notes of lemon zest, toffee apples, and a hint of coconut in every sip. Crafted using hand-selected sherry casks, this whisky boasts a rich, golden hue and a complex flavor profile reminiscent of a tropical paradise. Embodying Scotland's tradition of slow distillation and barley dried by air, rather than peat, each sip offers a taste of unparalleled craftsmanship and refinement.

From the world-renowned Alberta Distillers Limited comes Rare Batch™ Issue No. 1, the first in a special series showcasing the finest whiskies. First barreled in 2000 and aged for 23 years, this rare whisky has reached its peak. Distilled where the prairie meets the Rocky Mountains, this pristine and epic land offers the ideal conditions for spirit making, with wide blue skies, clean air, vivid light, pure mineral-rich glacial water, and robust prairie grains.

The Foxtale Dry Gin features a harmonious blend of botanicals, highlighting the classic juniper flavor and the bright, citrus notes of cardamom and orange. Its aroma offers a delightful mix of juniper, coriander, liquorice, cardamom, and orange.

Susumaniello is another indigenous grape of Italy, from Puglia, the heel of Italy’s boot. The “Lampu”, from the local dialect which means lightning, which in Puglia, heralds the arrival of rain, a blessing for the crops. Susumaniello is perfect for this region, adapating to hot, dry climate. The wine has violet and ripe red plum aromas while on the palate, it is fruity, herbaceous, and tannic, with hints of spices and licorice on the finish. Organic, sustainable and vegan.

This delicious Vinho Verde is a mix of three traditional grape varieties: Alvarinho, Loureiro, Trajadura. At 12.5 percent, it is light on its feet, and with bright acidity, it is vibrant. The fruit is grown on granite giving the wine all the minerality it needs to shine, and the flavours are very VV. It goes through a classic white wine ferment leaving a fruity white reminiscent of fresh tropical fruits and white flowers. Dry, balanced, and ready to drink, it is simply looking for a tulip shaped glass and some seafood. Good value. (Anthony Gismondi).