Almaviva

2007, 14.50%, Concha Y Toro

Chile, Central Valley

Deep, intense, opaque ruby red. The nose reveals a generous and powerful bouquet of blackberries, ripe cassis, licorice and violets,

Bourgogne Chardonnay

Chardonnay, 2007, 12.50%

France, Burgundy

From two parcels of largely old vines – smells and tastes of fresh apple and lemon, with chalk and brown spice suggestions. There is a good sense of density here and plenty of refreshment for enjoying over the next couple of years.

Château Lanessan

Bordeaux Blend, 2003, 12.00%, Château Lanessan

France, Bordeaux

Quite intense garnet robe. The bouquet opens when aired, displaying hints of ripe fruit and wood. Big and quite substantial on the palate. Smooth and well balanced overall - Gilbert et Gaillard

Château Beaumont

2003, 12.50%

France, Bordeaux

displays a complex bouquet with notes of red fruit and toast, perfect for laying down.It is supple, well-rounded and well-balanced, full of charm and finesse.

Hickinbotham

Pinot Noir, 1999, Clarendon Hills

Australia, South Australia

Very sweet ripe nose with appealing spicy complexity and woody, minty notes. The palate is soft, ripe and rounded with sweet fruit character. Not typically Pinot Noir, but quite good balance nonetheless. Very good/excellent

Château Lanessan

Bordeaux Blend, 2005, 12.00%, Château Lanessan

France, Bordeaux

The 2005 has a woody bouquet that is still closed. The attack is supple and fresh, followed by a certain fruit with body made by the tannins which still need to blend in.

St Aubin 1er Cru 'Les Frionnes'

1999, Domaine Hubert Lamy

France, Burgundy

Often over looked representing some of the finest value white burgundy available.

Le Haut Médoc de Giscours 2003 Magnum

2003, Château Giscours

France, Bordeaux

Hermitage, Monier de la Sizeranne

1998, 12.50%, M. Chapoutier

France

Lovely herbal notes, warm sage, rosemary and pepper, excellent palate, warm ripe red fruit.

Hermitage, Monier de la Sizeranne

1999, 13.00%, M. Chapoutier

France

Lovely herbal notes, warm sage, rosemary and pepper, excellent palate, warm ripe red fruit.