Aberfeldy 16 YO: 16 year old single malt from the fantastic Aberfeldy distillery, unveiled in the latter half of 2015 as part of the Last Great Malts series. This expression is finished in Oloroso Sherry casks, imparting juicy sweetness to the whisky. Raisins, cinnamon, butterscotch, caramel and apple slice aromas with a touch of floral malt. On the Palate it is Well rounded and mellow with flavour of apple and honey with a spark of ginger. The finish is of oak.
Aberfeldy 12 YO : The Aberfeldy is warm gold in colour which is rich in aromas of pineapple, butter toffee, honey and vanilla. This is followed with flavours of syrup and honey with hints of spices and orange. This whisky Is dry-yet-fruity with water and the palate becomes creamier with more light with vanilla notes and wisp of smoke.
Region: Rhone Valley
Nature: Red
Grape: Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvedre
Aroma: It is fresh, young and complex, with a whole variety of spices, including various peppers, mild paprika and ginger.
Body & Taste: Generous, powerful and fat, it has superb body underlined by delicate oak.
Suggested Food Pairing: Goes well with all red meats, game, cheese, and will take quite spicy dishes. Serve at 17°C
Region: Bordeaux
Nature: Red
Grape: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
Aroma: Subtle aromas of ripened blackberries with a touch of warm green pepper.
Body & Taste: This wine is dominated by fruit, of a great complexity. A nice ruby colour. Well balanced. Very subtle with structured tannins.
Suggested Food Pairing: Goes well with red meats, roasts and aged cheese.
Region: Burgundy
Nature: White
Grape: Chardonnay
Aroma: Floral notes followed by subtle notes of oak and fresh fruit.
Body & Taste: Good structure on the palate. This wine is tangy, well-balanced and shows the lovely fullness one expects from a Premier Cru. A combination of linden blossom and almond give way to a long, rounded finish.
Suggested Food Pairing: Try it with dill-marinated salmon served with a warm leek and balsamic vinegar flan for the contrast of flavors. Grilled chicken, with crispy skin and moist meat is a good counterpoint to the oaky finish of this defined wine.
NOSE Soft and delicate with a beautiful floral character. Spring blossom, violets, sweet peas and a subtle green leafiness.
TASTE Vibrant with a compelling balance of dry tannin and and soft brown sugar vanilla sweetness. A deep oak flavour gradually builds, with hints of spice and liquorice shining through.
FINISH Deep and complex.
RRP Index 330 Available in 75cl & 70cl
NOSE A remarkably rich aroma with ripe orchard fruit, 18 year old g l e n f i d d i c h baked apple and robust oak.
TASTE Richly delivers luxurious dried fruit, candy peel and dates. Overlaid with elegant oak notes.
FINISH Warming, rewarding and distinguished.
RRP Index 200 vs Glenfiddich 12yo Available in 75cl & 70cl
NOSE An intriguingly complex aroma. Sweet heather honey and vanilla fudge combined with rich dark fruits.
TASTE Silky smooth, revealing layers of sherry oak, marzipan, cinnamon and ginger. Full-bodied and bursting with flavour.
FINISH Satisfyingly rich with lingering sweetness.
RRP Index 150 vs Glenfiddich 12yo Available in 75cl, 70cl, 50cl, 20cl & 5cl
Les Vendangeurs Bourgogne Chardonnay A.O.C.
Flowery notes with hints fresh fruits yet complex with notes of honeyed toast. An excellent dry Chardonnay, very well-balanced, at once fresh and mellow. Serve well chilled, 8-10ºC
Les Vendangeurs Bourgogne Pinot Noir A.O.C.
Characteristic black currant, cherry and blackberry notes with undertones of lime flower and mint. Full-bodied and well- balanced with subtle oak hints and a long liquorice finish. Serve slightly chilled, 16-18ºC
Chablis
Mellow white flower and fresh peach notes with characteristic gun-flint, mineral hints. Subtle hints of dried fruit and hazelnut on the finish. Serve well chilled, 8-10ºC
Côtes du Rhône
Complex aromas of blackberries with spicy notes. Rich and lively with supple tannins. Serve slightly chilled, 16-18ºC
Novy Shiraz 2010, Napa Valley, USA
The complex aromas of dried herb, berry, leather, meat and smoke are pure, direct and pleasingly supple, easing nicely on the finish. This maintains an easy-drinking allure while remaining adequately complex. The tannins show good grip.