Recommendations of the Month — Beer, Wine & Spirits

J-Harden Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon

Nose: Cherries and raspberries, with vanilla and toasted oak

Palate: Jammy and delicious flavours of blackberry and cherries, hints of pepper with pronounced oak spice and vanilla, with a long lingering finish

Pair with: Bourbon-glazed pork chop

J-Harden Red Wine

Grape Variety: Ruby Cabernet

Nose: Intense aromas of cranberry, strawberry and cedar

Palate: Medium-bodied, with jammy and intense flavours of strawberry and cranberry, smooth tannins and a medium finish

Pair with: Wood-fired pizza, pasta with tomato-based sauces

J-Harden Prosecco DOC

Grape Variety: Glera

Nose: Aromas of citrus and floral notes

Palate: A delicate, sparkling texture with notes of citrus and peach, finishing with a great acidity

Pair with: Salty prosciutto, stuffed mushrooms, margherita pizza

Casillero del Diablo Devil’s Carnaval Fabulous Red

Grape Variety: Carménère, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon

Nose: Attractive and fabulous aromas of plums, blackberries and mocha

Palate: Juicy and smooth, with notes of pastry and coffee that combine perfectly with vibrant textures in the mouth

Pair with: Meat (chicken wings, pulled pork or hamburgers), pasta

Casillero del Diablo Devil’s Carnaval Phenomenal Sauvignon

Grape Variety: Sauvignon Blanc, Moscatel de Alejandría

Nose: Varietal character with tropical aromas and citric notes

Palate: Savoury, light and fresh with a nice balance between sweetness and acidity

Pair with: Appetisers, sushi, fish & chips

Casillero del Diablo Devil’s Carnaval Spectacular Cabernet

Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Carménère

Nose: Ripe, densely packed with red cherry, currant, cedar and black fruits

Palate: Very round, with ample and soft tannins, and spectacular textures

Pair with: Meat, cheese, tacos, BBQ ribs, pizza

Penfolds Bin 2 Shiraz Mataro

Grape Variety: Shiraz Mataro

Nose: Mulberry, plums and boysenberry, followed by scents of pastrami lightly coated in cardamom, rosemary and hints of oak

Palate: Well-balanced, with immediate and gentle softness and freshness, an almost velvety mouthfeel and custard-like tannins

Pair with: BBQ food, beef, aged cheddar

Hendrick’s Gin

Nose: Intense, spearheaded by juniper and coriander, with floral hints of rose and violet

Palate: Smooth, with exquisitely balanced botanicals, it is also clean and dry without being astringent

Finish: Subtle and lingering, with cool refreshing cucumber and rose

Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Apple

Nose: Crisp green apple and classic Old No. 7 cues of caramel, oak and a soft spice

Palate: Fresh cut apples combine with warm caramel and toffee that balance the classic spice of Old No. 7

Finish: Rich and smooth, with sweet apples and a touch of toasted oak