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PHILIPPONNAT Clos des Goisses Just Rose Extra-Brut, Champagne

In the 19th century, it was a common practice of the time to “hermitage” the wines. Bordeaux châteaux would add to their wines a certain quantity of wine from the Rhône – notably from the region of Hermitage – whose syrah would strengthen the structure and power of the claret. A few bottles can still be found dating back to this period, whose labels note the name of the cru and the work hermitagé, all from vintages preceding the AOC regulations which finally ended this practice. Then in the 21st century, Château Palmer came up with the idea of bringing this forgotten tradition back to life. Years ago, during a visit to a renowned collector in California, Thomas Duroux, the director of the property, had the rare opportunity to taste a 19th century Bordeaux hermitagé. The emotions experienced that day, in the presence of BLEND MERLOT 47% CABERNET SAUVIGNON 44% WINE OF CÔTES DU RHÔNE SEPTENTRIONALE 9% a wine more than a century old, have been fully expressed in the renaissance of Palmer’s own hermitagé, the Historical XIXth Century Wine. A definitively historic wine, whose name honours the storied past of the great wines of Bordeaux. Yet today, the aim is no longer to simply boost a meagre claret so as to give it muscle, but rather to create a unique wine, combining wine from Palmer and a small measure of a great wine from the northern Côtes du Rhône.

The wine unfurls on the palate to reveal fruity notes, highlighted by a creaminess reminiscent of honey made from fir trees. Smoky accents of coffee beans and toast balance out the wine’s minerality.

The Moillard Grivot Corton Charlemagne 2021 is a stunning representation of the famed Burgundy region in France. Its pale gold hue catches the light, teasing the senses with its brilliance. On the nose, aromas of ripe yellow apple, pear, and lemon zest dance alongside hints of white flowers and toasted almonds. The palate is lush and full-bodied, with a perfect balance of fruit and oak. Flavors of juicy peach, apricot, and vanilla mingle with a subtle minerality, leading to a long and elegant finish. This vintage, produced by the renowned Moillard-Grivot winery, showcases the true potential of the Corton Charlemagne appellation. Enjoy now or cellar for years to come to experience the full complexity and depth of this exceptional wine.

Australia's most prestigious single vineyard icon, Henschke Hill of Grace's provenance from this small Eden Valley patch makes it the ultimate statement or rare gift. Stephen and Prue Henschke continue the tradition that is their family legacy with utmost class and ingenuity as can be tasted in this remarkable single-vineyard shiraz.

Antinori Solaia is an intense ruby red colour. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese, it delivers aromas of ripe fruit, spices, black pepper, chocolate, coffee and vanilla.