A twelve-bottle collection of red wines selected for steak and other richly flavoured dishes, drawing on contrasting styles from Europe, South Africa and Argentina. The wines range from supple and aromatic to firmly structured, offering different combinations of fruit, tannin and acidity for a broad range of cuts and preparations.
1 × "Rosso di Braida" Monferrato Rosso DOC 2023
Appearance
Deep ruby-purple with youthful intensity.
Nose
Black cherry, plum and cassis are joined by blackberry, cedar and a touch of vanilla.
Palate
Generous and polished, with red and black fruit, fresh acidity and silky tannins. Cocoa, pepper and a faint smoky note carry the finish.
Food pairing
Pair with charcoal-grilled ribeye, sirloin with peppercorn sauce, beef lasagne or portobello mushrooms with blue cheese.
1 × Barbaresco DOCG 2019
Appearance
Clear garnet red with brick-orange reflections beginning to develop at the rim.
Nose
Rose petal, red cherry and raspberry are layered with anise, dried herbs, autumn earth and tobacco.
Palate
Structured but not heavy, with ripe red fruit, bright acidity and fine-grained tannins. Cherry stone and liquorice extend the savoury finish.
Food pairing
Serve with fillet of beef and porcini, braised beef and polenta, roast grouse or porcini risotto.
1 × Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso DOC 2021
Appearance
Clear ruby red with vivid garnet highlights.
Nose
Morello cherry, raspberry and plum are joined by violet, cracked pepper, cocoa and cedar.
Palate
Juicy and structured, with bright red fruit, darker plum and gentle dried-fruit tones. Fine tannins and lively acidity carry a savoury finish.
Food pairing
Pair with ribeye, pork ragù with polenta, grilled lamb koftas or mature Red Leicester.
1 × Rioja DOCa 2019
Appearance
Ruby red with purple and garnet tones.
Nose
Blueberry, raspberry and blackberry are layered with anise, vanilla and lightly toasted oak.
Palate
Balanced and approachable, with ripe berry fruit, fresh acidity and gentle tannic grip. Subtle oak spice adds depth.
Food pairing
Serve with rump steak and roasted peppers, beef meatballs in tomato sauce, lamb chops or mature Manchego.
1 × "Victoria" VdlT Castilla y León 2017
Appearance
Inky purple-red with a deep ruby core and garnet highlights.
Nose
Dark cherry and black plum are joined by dried sage, mint, cocoa and toasted spice.
Palate
Medium to full-bodied, with ripe red and black fruit shaped by firm, polished tannins. Pepper, cocoa and dried herbs linger on the finish.
Food pairing
Pair with grilled sirloin, paprika-roasted pork, hare casserole or baked lentils with chorizo and peppers.
1 × Handcrafted Tinto VR Lisboa 2019
Appearance
Concentrated garnet with a deep ruby core.
Nose
Black cherry and mulberry are joined by violet, black pepper, cocoa and light toast.
Palate
Supple and lively, with plum and red berries, fine tannins and fresh acidity. Floral, peppery and earthy notes add savoury depth.
Food pairing
Pair with chateaubriand, sirloin, roast lamb or venison sausages with lentils.
1 × Unoaked Tinto DOC Douro 2021
Appearance
Deep ruby-purple with youthful brightness.
Nose
Blackberry, black cherry and blueberry are lifted by violet, fresh herbs and a stony note.
Palate
Juicy and medium-bodied, with dark fruit, lively acidity and fine, grippy tannins. The finish is clean and mineral.
Food pairing
Serve with fillet steak, lamb cutlets, pork and fennel sausages or aubergine with lentils.
1 × Morgon AOP "Les Charmes" 2019
Appearance
Bright ruby with developing garnet tones.
Nose
Red cherry, cranberry and raspberry are joined by rose, cinnamon, earth, thyme and stone.
Palate
Silky and poised, with red-berry fruit, fresh acidity and fine tannins. Mineral and spice notes give the finish precision.
Food pairing
Pair with fillet steak, roast chicken with tarragon, grilled salmon or beetroot and mushroom pithivier.
1 × Château Bel-Air Vieilles Vignes AOP Montagne Saint-Émilion 2018
Appearance
Deep ruby-garnet with mature brightness at the rim.
Nose
Blackcurrant and plum are layered with cedar, tobacco and a restrained earthy note.
Palate
Polished and balanced, with dark fruit, integrated tannins and savoury freshness leading to a long, composed finish.
Food pairing
Serve with sirloin and shallot jus, roast lamb, mushroom pie or mature Cheddar.
1 × "Les Creisses" IGP Pays de l’Hérault 2022
Appearance
Deep ruby-purple with a dense, youthful core.
Nose
Blackberry, damson and blackcurrant are joined by violet, pepper, garrigue and liquorice.
Palate
Dense yet fluid, with dark fruit, supple tannins and fresh acidity. Herbs, liquorice and a stony note shape the finish.
Food pairing
Pair with rosemary-roast lamb, ribeye, merguez and chickpeas, or pork belly with fennel.
1 × Elgin Pinot Noir 2021
Appearance
Bright ruby with a translucent core and fine garnet edge.
Nose
Red cherry, raspberry and pomegranate are joined by rose, rooibos, forest floor and clove.
Palate
Medium-bodied and fresh, with tart red berries, fine tannins and a savoury finish of spice and woodland notes.
Food pairing
Serve with fillet steak, duck and red cabbage, grilled salmon, guinea fowl or mushroom risotto.
1 × Alandes Gran Cabernet Franc, Uco Valley 2019
Appearance
Deep ruby-purple with a concentrated core.
Nose
Blackberry, cassis and black cherry are joined by violet, graphite, thyme and cedar.
Palate
Full and structured, with dark fruit, bright acidity and close-grained tannins. Herbs, pencil lead and oak spice extend the finish.
Food pairing
Pair with rack of lamb, bavette steak, venison sausages with lentils or smoked aubergine and portobello mushrooms.