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Chivas 18 holds an incredible 85 unique flavour notes in every drop. Uniquely rich and complex, this 18-year-old blended Scotch whisky has won both awards and hearts of whisky-lovers across the world. Because success is a blend, in life and in Scotch. Created in 1997, Chivas 18 is a firm favourite among many whisky aficionados. Its complex and wide-ranging flavour profile has made it an iconic whisky blend, featuring no less than 85 flavour notes. Remarkable flavours of sweet butterscotch, dark chocolate, zesty orange and much more are ready for you to discover with every sip of Chivas 18.

Well rounded and smooth with body and character. Perceived sweetness of toffee and vanilla balanced with peach, cocoa and cloves. The sophisticated sweetness of red and dried fruits, raisins and dates, complement a spicy woodiness, with hints of cinnamon. Remarkably long-lasting and elegant, with a hint of honey.

Composed of 60% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc and 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, which was harvested from September 25 to October 3, the 2017 Pavie is very deep garnet-purple in color and rolls slowly and sensuously out of the glass with growing scents of Black Forest cake, black plum preserves, blueberry compote and fruitcake plus suggestions of melted chocolate, licorice, crushed rocks and Indian spices with a waft of violets. Full-bodied, the palate packs a powerful punch, laden with electric layers of energetic black and blue fruits. All this decadent fruit is supported by fantastic freshness and very, very ripe, velvety tannins, finishing with epic length. Location, location, location was everything in 2017. Pavie has one of the most enviable locations in all of Bordeaux and boy-oh-boy does it show in this spectacular wine. 

Made with 100% Japanese white rice, the name Haku® means “white” in Japanese. The word can also be read as “brilliant” – a tribute to the craft of mastering a clear, clean tasting, and luminous vodka. Filtered through bamboo charcoal, Haku Vodka has an unparalleled soft, round, and subtly sweet taste.

Founded in 1899, the House of Suntory was built on Shinjiro Torii’s dream, who at the age of 20 wanted to “create original Japanese spirits blessed with the riches of Japanese nature and ‘monozukuri’ craftsmanship” – which means a relentless pursuit for perfection, meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality. Shinjiro overcame numerous hardships to make his dream a reality, creating wine, whisky and brandy, and launching Hermes Vodka – the first Suntory Vodka – in 1956. Today, we’re proud to introduce Haku, the Japanese craft vodka. Haku Vodka is crafted with the Nature and Spirit of Japan, true to the vision of Suntory’s founder – and now ready for you to discover and share.

The wine undergoes a longer maturation, ageing for 18–20 months in French oak barrels, with a judicious selection of new and used wood to support complexity without overpowering purity of fruit. This extended oak regime contributes integrated spice, subtle cedar and tobacco nuances, and a layered, refined finish that rewards cellaring and elevates the wine’s long-term potential.

Points Awarded:

Decanter: 97Pts
Guia Penin: 93Pts
Tom Cannavan: 91Pts

Soil : Chalk, marl and limestone.

Site : The Premiers Crus vineyards of Domaine Chanson are aged in casks in the Bastion cellars. This cuvée is a blend of grapes sourced from selected plots among the Premiers Crus of the domaine located on the hill of Beaune.

The Vintage 2022 : After a winter characterized by marked variations in temperature between January and February, spring started with mild temperatures. A sequence of cold weather in April was followed by warm temperatures in May but the lack of water was very noticeable and could not be compensated by the rainy storms of June. Summer was marked by several and long heat waves and the storms of the end of August were most welcome. The harvest at Chanson started on August 30 with a team of 100 persons and ended on September 13. 2022 vintage was quite generous both in volume and quality and the white wines are well-balanced, precise and refreshing.

Tasting : Pale gold colour. Floral fragrances mixed with aromas of exotic and pale fleshed fruit. Beautiful minerality. Well-balanced and complex. Precise and deep texture. Elegant oak note. Beautiful fruit expression. Long and refreshing finish with delicate spicy notes.

Food pairing : Seafood, fish, white meat and some goat cheeses.

Tenuta Frescobaldi di Castiglioni beautiful, bright ruby-red colour with tinges of purple. The nose reveals fruity notes of cherry, blackberry, blueberry and mulberry. Equally marvellous are the spiced notes of cinnamon and star anise and light hints of black pepper. More general tertiary and toasted notes then emerge. It is soft and enveloping on the palate. The tannins are resolved. The finish is long and persistent.

Crafted from substainably-grown grapes, certified by Agriqualita

The Naked Grouse enriches the flavours of Scotland’s favourite whisky by maturing in sun dried sherry oak casks. The influence of our quality first-fill sherry casks develops a deep russet appearance and an aroma that melds black cherries, cocoa and oak. The taste experience is sublimely smooth with famous trade-mark dried fruits yielding to cinnamon sticks and nutmeg. The sweet finale is rich in dark chocolate with a spicy, orange finish.

The Balvenie 30 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky from the Rare Marriages range is comprised of whiskies from a selection of individual Traditional American and European oak casks. Aged 30 years to create the sweetest and most honeyed expression.

Best enjoyed neat, on the rocks or with a splash of water to expand the flavor.

Tasting Notes
Nose: Smooth and honeyed on the nose with mellow oaky tones and hints of candied orange peel
Taste: Great depth with rich dark chocolate, hints of plum, marzipan and caramelized pear
Finish: Exceptionally smooth and warming with gentle spice and lingering sweetness

Talisker 10 Years Old is a renowned single malt Scotch whisky hailing from the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Known for its distinctive maritime character and peaty flavor profile, Talisker 10 is crafted by the sea, with its rugged coastal environment influencing its unique taste. This whisky is aged for a minimum of 10 years in American oak barrels, imparting depth and complexity to its flavor. It is characterized by notes of brine, smoke, pepper, and a hint of sweetness, making it a favorite among whisky enthusiasts worldwide. Talisker 10 Years Old is celebrated for its balance of smoky and spicy flavors, making it a classic expression of the Talisker distillery's craftsmanship and the terroir of the Isle of Skye.

The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 year old single malt whisky has been matured in traditional oak whisky casks for 14 years, and then ‘finished’ in casks that previously held Caribbean rum. To create the ideal finish Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE filled American oak casks with his own blend of select West Indian rums. 

With the depth and complexity that comes from being matured for 16 years in a combination of first fill oak Bourbon casks and the finest Sherry butts, this expression’s warm fruity notes are enriched by an engagingly spicy sweetness. Creamy with sweet raisin aromas and a spicy nuttiness. A smooth blend of floral and spicy flavours, paired with a sweet plum fruitiness and gentle oakiness. Gloriously long, with a warm, honeyed spiciness.

The 2010 Haut Bailly has consistently been a fantastic wine, and at seven years of age I have no reason to alter that view. It has a mixture of red and black fruit on the nose, wet stone, black olive and a light marine influence. It is still backward compared to other vintages, but it has not relinquished one iota of its intensity. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin. This is a voluminous Haut Bailly, one that is beginning to stretch its muscles, with a gentle grip in the mouth with a wonderful saline finish. There is huge potential locked into this wine, but patience is needed. 

Savitar, the flagship Mitolo Shiraz, is powerful yet elegant, opulent, brooding and intense. Immense lift, the aromatics are an incredibly intense amalgam of blackcurrant, menthol, licorice and cedar oak. The palate shows a hugely complex flavor profile befitting of its pedigree. Characters of black fruits, dried herbs, and earthy tones of licorice and savory leather.

Mumm Marlborough is a distinctive Sparkling Wine that marries the best of New Zealand Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes with the Methode Traditionnelle style of French winemaking. The Result is a refine, elegant wine of exceptional quality and delightfully fruity notes, with delicate lemon-lime and vanillin aromas, the palate beautifully weighted, creamy and toasty with a deliciously chalky finish.

The Botanist Gin is a progressive exploration of the botanical heritage of the Isle of Islay in Scotland. 22 hand-foraged local botanicals delicately augment nine berries, barks, seeds and peels during an achingly slow distillation. This first and only Islay Dry Gin is a rare expression of the heart and soul of our remote Scottish island home. This is a highly distinctive, complex, floral gin with outstanding finish and impeccable provenance. In an age of re-badged industrial gins, the Botanist stands out as a truly artisanal, small-batch, hand-crafted labour of love and distiller’s art. A breath of botanical Islay in every glass.