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The nose reveals predominant yet delicate aromas of fresh fruit and citrus. Complex, with aging aromas of brioche and toast bread and a touch of terroir-imparted minerality. Fresh, luscious, elegant and persistent on the palate. Lends full expression to the grape, the soil and the high-elevation climate.

Falstaff Magazin: 92Pts; Wine Spectator: 91Pts

Belvedere is a luxury vodka from the Warsaw suburb of Å»yrardow, Poland. It can trace the process back over 600 years. Belvedere is distilled solely from a single type of grain, the DaÅ„kowskie ZÅ‚ote rye. It was the world’s first super premium vodka. It is made in small batches that are distilled longer- the lengthy distillation of the drink is said to make it much smoother. Belvedere Vodka has notes of vanilla and rye on the palate, the finish is crisp and clean with lingering white pepper spice. It has a distinctive creamy mouth feel. Its aromas are a blend of vanilla, rye and white pepper.

In a world where quality is often sacrificed for cost and speed, Berkeley Square London Dry Gin stands alone as a gin of unrivalled quality. No corners are cut in the pursuit of absolute perfection – from the quality of the ingredients used, to the unique way in which it is distilled, to the way it is finished with precision by hand, this award-winning gin is the pinnacle of the gin category today.

Created by the experts at England’s foremost gin distillery, G&J Distillers, Berkeley Square London Dry Gin is an ultra-premium gin that is distilled to perfection.

The ultra-smooth taste of Berkeley Square Gin is achieved through distilling in our small copper pot still, and also from the unique 48-hour distillation process, known as the ‘bouquet garni’ method.

Inspired by leading chefs who have used ‘bouquet garni’ to subtly impart flavour into dishes for many years, this method sees a muslin cloth bouquet of basil, lavender and sage submerged following the first distillation into the liquid, infusing with the core botanicals and kaffir lime leaves as it is still distilled for a second time. This second distillation allows the botanicals to simmer together and the delicate oils to develop, releasing subtle flavours into the spirit. The result is a beautifully aromatic gin with a supremely smooth taste that is best appreciated neat.

Mumm Grand Cordon champagne is the definitive expression of the House style, driven by the signature grape Pinot Noir. Chosen from 300 Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier base wines, Grand Cordon brut champagne is sourced from over 100 different crus. 20 months ageing in the Maison’s cellars.

The blend pays tribute to the Right Bank’s black grape variety, so the Carillon d’Angelus 2017 expresses all the smoothness and opulence of Merlot (90%) with the elegance of Cabernet Franc (10%) that brings finesse to distinguish the wine. With its beautiful dark color, the Carillon d’Angelus 2017 instantly charms with its bewitching aromatic bouquet. The nose discovers ample and pure fresh fruit aromas. The palate starts with a sumptuous attack that reveals the magnitude of the vintage’s personality. The generous concentration extends to a powerful finish that ends in elegance and harmony.

James Suckling: 93-94Pts; Wine Enthusiast: 91-92Pts; Vinous: 92Pts; Decanter: 91Pts; Robert Parker: 90Pts

The ‘Rarissismes’ range is a selection of the best single vintage Cognacs in the Camus’s Cellar, a pure expression of the year, coming in a very limited volume, for a guaranteed outstanding Cognac.

Marked by heavy hailstorms, followed by a very hot summer, the 1983 harvest was distilled the year of the 120th anniversary of the House of Camus. Time and expertise have done their work ever since, revealing the profound harmony of the Fins Bois with its notes of fruit, vanilla and spice. Evoking all at once the heritage and the contemporary character of the brand, this Cru Fins Bois 1983 Cognac’s style and design are gracefully discreet, allowing the antique gold robe, highlighted with amber tints of this rare Cognac.

The 2017 Haut-Batailley was cropped at 50hl/ha according to Jean-Charles Cazes since they escaped frost damage. It is the first vintage that the Cazes family have full responsibility for (incidentally, the 2016 remains unsold at time of writing). Matured for 18 months in 60% new oak, it has developed nicely since I last tasted it: blackberry, bilberry, graphite and mint aromas stride out of the glass, veins of blue fruit emerging after a couple of minutes of aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, quite cohesive and dense with good grip towards the finish. There is suppleness here, but there is backbone too.

Eclipse is the reference for character, body and aroma by which our Master Blender Allen Smith uses to blend every variety of Mount Gay Rum. For many rum aficionados Eclipse is also the reference by which all rum should be measured. Eclipse has a brilliant golden amber colour and a luxuriously complex aroma. Distinctive floral and fruity notes of apricot and banana, with hints of vanilla; Subtle smokiness imparted by the toasted Kentucky oak barrels in which the rum is aged.

The 2016 Figeac, crafteed with 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc, was bottled at the end of July 2018, since Frederic Faye wanted to give the wine more time in barrel to develop more harmony. The stunning 24-carat bouquet rivets you to the spot with brilliant delineation and mineral-rich red fruit that articulates its terroir as well as any Right Bank you will find. The palate is medium-bodied with svelte tannin, perfect acidity, wonderfully integrated new oak and enormous depth toward the fresh, pencil-box- and cedar-infused finish. This is a classic Figeac, up there with the 1947 and 1949, both recently re-tasted and testifying to a wine that genuinely belongs among the elite Saint-Emilions. Faye believes it is the best Figeac he has ever made.

Curacao is a liqueur flavoured with the dried peel of the oranges originally from the West Indian island of Curacao, a tropical paradise, having beautiful secluded beaches that enjoy sunshine most days of the year. Initially discovered by accident, the drink was first developed and marketed by a Spanish family from Curacao in the 19th century. Monin Orange Curacao liqueur brings a fresh orange taste and its typical light bitter note to your favourite drinks.

Bright, crisp, and always refreshing. Its artisanal elaboration results in irresistible notes that combine softness with a touch of sweetness. Clase Azul Plata is a sublime experience for the senses.

Great intensity of color. Its aromas powerfully express the character of the Carmenere varietal (forest fruits, eucalyptus, and leather), with notes of torrefaction – laurel and clove – licorice and black pepper. Great fullness on the palate and robust tannins. Retro-nasal aromas of toasted bread and spices ending in a long finish.

Tim Atkin: 92Pts; Descorchados: 90Pts

An ancient Chinese fruit, Lychee is the fruit of a tropical and sub-tropical tree native to China, Taiwan and Southeast Asia. The rough pink red rind is peeled to reveal a creamy white pulp, similar in texture to grapes, with a floral perfume and a fragrant, sweet flavour. Records of lychee consumption in China go back to 2000 BC and it was certainly a delicacy of the Chinese Imperial Court, where fresh lychee was couriered in on fast horses. Today they are widely available fresh and tinned, and are cultivated in many tropical climates around the world.

The 2016 La Chapelle de La Mission Haut-Brion, crafted with 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36.5% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc, is just as captivating from bottle as it was from barrel. Fresh, silky and inviting, the Chapelle is all class. Floral notes lead into a core of expressive red cherry and plum fruit. Medium in body, silky and exquisite in its balance, the 2016 has so much to recommend it. I would prefer to give the wine a few years in bottle to allow a broader range of aromas and flavors to develop, but even today, the Chapelle is gorgeous. The 21% Cabernet Franc in the blend adds striking brightness and perfume throughout.

Wine Advocate: 94Pts; James Suckling: 94Pts; Jeb Dunnuck: 94Pts; Wine Enthusiast: 93Pts; Wine Spectator: 93Pts; Vinous: 92Pts

An amazing wine in every sense, this classic, full-bodied Pauillac is the quintessential Pontet Canet from proprietor Alfred Tesseron, who continues to reduce yields and farms his vineyards biodynamically a rarity in Bordeaux. Black as a moonless night, the 2009 Pontet Canet offers up notes of incense, graphite, smoke, licorice, creme de cassis and blackberries.

A wine of irrefutable purity, laser-like precision, colossal weight and richness, and sensational freshness, this is a tour de force in winemaking that is capable of lasting 50 or more years. The tannins are elevated, but they are sweet and beautifully integrated as are the acidity, wood and alcohol (which must be in excess of 14%). This vineyard, which is situated on the high plateau of Pauillac adjacent to Mouton Rothschild, appears to have done everything perfectly in 2009. This cuvee should shut down in the cellar and re-open in a decade or more.

The wines of Chateau Pontet-Canet obtained organic certification from Ecocert and biodynamic certification from Biodyvin in 2010 and from Demeter in 2014.

Beautiful expression of Sauvignon Blanc with floral and quince notes. Dry and refined, with a sleek, mineral-bolstered structure. Expect the flavors to echo the bouquet—floral blossom, orchard fruits, and saline clarity—all nestled in sustained freshness. Perfect as an aperitif or paired with shellfish, grilled fish, and light seafood dishes.