ABOUT THE GIN
Seatrus Gin Acqua di Mare is an expression of the Mediterranean spirit. An Italian Gin made from finest Italian botanicals with a unique aroma and flavour. The distinctive gold colour occurs naturally and comes from the Cedro fruit, which is the only citrus used for the recipe, combined with purified sea water from the Mediterranean.

TASTING NOTES
Seatrus, a combination of sea and citrus is an absolute must try for gin lovers. It is perfect in Martinis and G&Ts, while it's balance and poise make it excellent on the rocks too. The natural salinity from the Mediterranean sea water combined with the unique citrus of the Cedro fruit make for an exquisite gin. Serve with an olive.

FRIARWOOD SAYS
The gin is a staff favourite and the packaging is exquisite. Combining a unique glass bottle, with a label printed on Italian cotton and a real working compass on the cork stopper!

ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Weingut Bernhard Stenner, located on the outskirts of Mainz in the heart of Rheinhessen, is known for its commitment to traditional grape varieties and premium vineyard sites. Under the guidance of Malenka Stenner, a fourth-generation vintner with a degree in viticulture from Geisenheim, the family business is set on an exciting trajectory. Having also served as the Mainz Wine Princess in 2016, Malenka works in perfect harmony with her father, Bernhard. Their shared passion for winemaking is evident in every bottle they produce, as Malenka infuses each wine with her distinctive signature.

TASTING NOTES
Having aged gracefully in used barrique barrels, this Pinot Noir radiates character. It presents a blackberry hue in the glass and evokes memories of a joyful evening by the campfire with friends and freshly toasted bread. The palate unfolds with dark forest fruits, coupled with a smooth finish and delicate dark chocolate – offering an experience that's both intense and refreshing. It can be enjoyed in summer, slightly chilled, for the ultimate pleasure.

FOOD PAIRING
This versatile Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with a range of dishes. Consider serving it with a duck breast with a blackberry and red wine sauce to enhance its dark fruit notes or with a beetroot and goat cheese tart for a delightful contrast. It also complements hearty mushroom risotto or a rich dark chocolate and raspberry tart. Enjoy it slightly chilled during summer barbecues alongside grilled vegetables and smoky tofu skewers for a vegan-friendly option.

FRIARWOOD SAYS
Contrary to popular belief, German Pinot Noirs offer a much more decadent fruit character than their French counterparts and almost always offer superb value for exceptional quality.

ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Madame Veuve Point is the unique story of a woman winemaker whose wines won the Grand Prize at the 1904 Saint Louis World Fair, and have continued making excellent Burgundy wines ever since. Now, Géraldine Point is the latest generation of the family to pick up the torch and continue a hundred year old wine making tradition.

An emblematic figure of Burgundy, Corton Grand Cru is an appellation produced in the towns of Aloxe Corton, Ladoix-Serrigny and Pernand-Vergelesses. The terroirs of  ‘la montagne des Corton’ have the astonishing ability to produce structured wines that are perfect for long aging.

TASTING NOTES
Elegant and sophisticated, round, powerful, full-bodied and generous, white Corton Grand Crus are rare in a white in this vintage. It possesses a nice light gold appearance with green highlights. It marries notes of citrus with butter, vanilla, spices and flint.

FOOD PAIRINGS
This Corton Grand Cru pairs naturally with seafood, crayfish and other fish. Cassoulette of veal sweetbreads and Supreme of Chicken with morel mushrooms will work well too. Also worth trying with goats cheese.

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ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Madame Veuve Point is the unique story of a woman winemaker whose wines won the Grand Prize at the 1904 Saint Louis World Fair, and have continued making excellent Burgundy wines ever since. Now, Géraldine Point is the latest generation of the family to pick up the torch and continue a hundred year old wine making tradition.

Graced by a Château which has been in the same family for six centuries, a church with an elegant steeple, beautiful homes and parks, Rully (pronounced Ruilly) is a very old wine making village. This Pinot Noir extends over the slopes composed of brown or limestone soils with a slight clay texture, yielding wines which compete with the best of the nearby Côte de Beaune wines.

TASTING NOTES
The cherry red appearance with a dark garnet tint gives way to a bouquet of black (cassis, blackberry) and red fruits (cherry), liquorice, lilac and gentian. The freshness is evident and the blended tannins complete a beautiful long-lasting finish.

FOOD PAIRING
Pair this with roast poultry or in a sauce (such as coq au vin), meats such as liver, sweetbreads and kidney, also in a sauce or simply pan-fried. Risottos, pastas with meat sauce and poultry are also excellent choices.

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ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Madame Veuve Point is the unique story of a woman winemaker whose wines won the Grand Prize at the 1904 Saint Louis World Fair, and have continued making excellent Burgundy wines ever since. Now, Géraldine Point is the latest generation of the family to pick up the torch and continue a hundred year old wine making tradition.

Graced by a château which has been in the same family for six centuries, a church with an elegant steeple, beautiful homes and parks, Rully (pronounced Ruilly) is a very old village. This appellation produces mostly white whines. The white Chardonnay vine is able to express itself perfectly in these climates with rocky limestone and clay soils. The slopes are sheltered by a part of the mountain of la Folie and have an ideal Southeastern exposure. Its high altitude (230 to 300 meters) forces the winemakers to be more patient in awaiting the harvest than in nearby Côte de Beaune.

TASTING NOTES
This Rully Blanc has a golden color with green highlights in the glass. It has a fine nose with notes of “flowering shrubs” such as acacia, hawthorn and honeysuckle along with notes of fruits like lemon and white peaches. It has a fruity palate, with a lively, round flavor which is full-bodied and very slightly woody. In aging, its color will evolve toward buttercup and notes of honey, quince and dried fruit will be revealed.

FOOD PAIRING
With its beautiful fullness in the mouth, this wine is the ideal with tender-fleshed delicacies such as pan-fried river fish, sea fish in a white sauce or warm shellfish. It is an ideal accompaniment to hard cheeses such as Comté, with which it shares its fruitiness. It will elevate poultry in cream sauces. It can also be drunk as an aperitif.

FRIARWOOD SAYS
To really amplify its aromatic elegance, try decanting before serving!

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ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Madame Veuve Point is the unique story of a woman winemaker whose wines won the Grand Prize at the 1904 Saint Louis World Fair, and have continued making excellent Burgundy wines ever since. Now, Géraldine Point is the latest generation of the family to pick up the torch and continue a hundred year old wine making tradition.

The Meursault vineyard occupies the southern part of the Côte de Beaune and extends over gentle slopes. The vineyard finds its excellence in its limestone soils, creating some of the best Chardonnay wines in the Côte de Beaune!

TASTING NOTES
Its golden appearance, clear and brilliant, is accompanied by silvery highlights. On the nose you'll find notes of almond, grilled hazelnuts, butter and honey, white flowers (hawthorn, elder, fern, linden, and verbena) and mineral (flint). In the mouth, the combination is structured around a rich, full body with flavors of hazelnut and toasted bread. There is an excellent balance between fullness and freshness.

FOOD PAIRING
This wine has the breadth to accompany poultry and meats in cream sauce. It pairs perfectly with shellfish, both grilled and in sauce such as shrimp or lobster. Blue cheeses and foie gras are an excellent match too.

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ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Madame Veuve Point is the unique story of a woman winemaker whose wines won the Grand Prize at the 1904 Saint Louis World Fair, and have continued making excellent Burgundy wines ever since. Now, Géraldine Point is the latest generation of the family to pick up the torch and continue a hundred year old wine making tradition.

A dozen kilometers south from Dijon, at the foot of the Lavaux valley, Gevrey-Chambertin spreads its vineyards toward Côtes de Nuits over nearly 140 hectares. The canons of Langres have long watched over these vines, as proof of how far this nectar plunges its roots into the entire history of Burgundy wine. These red wines from Madame Veuve Point are entirely made from a single pinot noir variety, also called “pino noirien” in Burgundy.

TASTING NOTES
This Gevrey Chambertin is a very intense deep garnet colour. Strawberry, blackberry, violet, reseda and rose make up the aromas that gradually develop into a bouquet of licorice and leather. The palate is full, rich and powerful. It asserts itself with a firm structure and tannins that lean toward velvety, expressing a very fine grain. This is a wine with a solid frame and great longevity.

FOOD PAIRING
Beef prime rib, braised lamb, feathered or furred game. For a more adventurous pairing, consider monkfish or tuna steak with red wine sauce. It also goes well with Epoisses, Chambertin and Cîteaux cheeses.

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ABOUT THE WINE
In 1958, Domenico Fraccaroli embarked on a journey to craft exquisite wines from local varieties in a picturesque corner of Friuli-Venezia-Giulia. Expanding the family legacy in 2002, his son, Tiziano Fraccaroli, acquired the Grotta del Ninfeo estate in Verona's town of Lavagno, allowing the family to diversify their offerings with the captivating wines of Valpolicella. Today, the torch is carried by the third generation, Domenico and Luca, who remain steadfast in their devotion to the family tradition.

TASTING NOTES
This hidden gem of an Italian red captivates with its vivacious profile of tart red cherries, luscious dark currants, and succulent strawberries, delicately intertwined with savoury Italian herbs. A delightful balance of vibrant freshness and well-rounded tannins renders this wine irresistibly smooth and enjoyable.

FOOD PAIRING
Elevate your dining experience with a luxurious pairing of melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu beef carpaccio, an indulgent black truffle-infused risotto, or a sophisticated duck and porcini mushroom pappardelle, each dish beautifully complementing the wine's charm and elegance.

FRIARWOOD SAYS
The finesse of Valpolicella contrasts strikingly with the robustness and intensity of Amarone. This light, cherry-accented wine can even be savoured with a slight chill, offering a refreshing twist to your palate.

ABOUT THE WINE
Pichon Lalande earned its name when Therse, the daughter of the founder received the estate as a dowry when she married Jacques de Pichon Longueville. During the 18th century the wine-growing influence at Pichon Lalande was definitely feminine. Perhaps that explains part of the wines sensuous qualities. Pichon Lalande was essentially managed by three women: Therese de Rauzan, Germaine de Lajus and Marie Branda de Terrefort. Baron Joseph de Pichon Longueville succeeded his mother taking over Pichon Lalande when he was only 19. What happened next changed the landscape of the Medoc forever. On the eve of his death in 1850, he divided the property between his five children. In modern times May-Eliane de Lencquesaing, daughter of Edouard Miailhe became the new owner and general manager of Chateau Pichon Comtesse de Lalande in 1978. She made numerous investments and improvements at Pichon Lalande. She later sold Pichon Lalande to the owners of Roederer Champagne in January 2007. Once the purchase for Chateau Pichon Lalande was concluded, in 2008, a complete renovation of the estate took place.

TASTING NOTES
The nose offers a bouquet of aromas, mixing blackcurrant, cinnamon, vanilla and violet. On the palate the tannins appear mature and melted, revealing a strong affirmed structure a surprising suppleness and perfect harmony with long persistency.

FOOD PAIRING
Perfect with beef ragout and tagliatelle or pepper steak.

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ABOUT THE WINE
The 2015 vintage is rich, ripe, velvety and already has silky tannins. In terms of variety, although diluted slightly by the September rain, the Merlot nevertheless gives the wine a lovely freshness and beautiful fruity aromas. The Cabernet and Petit Verdot express rarely-reached notes of fresh, ripe fruit.

It is characterised by its elegance and great homogeneity. Its tannin ripeness is perfect, and its wonderfully balanced acidity enhances the aromatic freshness of the fruit. The wine spent 18 months in French oak (75% new) and is 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot

TASTING NOTES
Lynch-Bages 2015 has a brilliant, deep colour with purple hues. Its nose clearly expresses aromas of cassis and dark fruit, mixed with the empyreumatic notes that come with ageing. It has a straightforward attack and a voluminous yet supple mid-palate. The wine has a marked but silky tannic structure, and a persistent finish illustrative of a particularly ripe vintage. Drinking well already, will likely keep for decades to come.

FOOD PAIRING
Pair with all classic meats, as well as Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta as well as cheese. Try spiced lamb shanks, or a Lancashire hotpot with black pudding and a red wine coulis.

ABOUT THE WINE
The first references to the estate date back to the beginning of the 17^th century – although the Manor House was practically in ruins just over 50 years ago when the property was bought by Albano Castro Sousa. He transformed it into one of the most respected producers of Vinho Verde and the Solar das Bouças brand quickly became synonymous with quality. In recent years the estate has been under the stewardship of Quinta do Noval and one family member – Fernando Van Zeller – undertook a new phase of restoration which encompassed both the Manor and estate houses as well as the planting of new vines (including new varietals). Today Solar das Bouças belongs to an investment company led by António Ressurreiçáo and this ‘purchase of passion’ has seen them continue to develop the potential of the estate. Produced and bottled on the estate the Vinho Verde Solar das Bouças uses - exclusively - grapes grown on the property.

TASTING NOTES
This classic ‘green’ wine with citrus and straw aromas has at once a lively vibrancy whilst remaining soft, fruity and floral. The fresh flavours and beautifully balanced acidity bring to mind lemons and limes; green apples and pears; fennel flowers and a touch of saline notes. This is a wine to savour!

ABOUT THE WINE
Chateau Montviel was purchased by the late Catherine Péré-Vergé in 1985 who’s passion and devotion to the estate was undeniable. This indefatigable perfectionist also owned Châteaux La Gravière, Le Gay and La Violette, and vineyards in the New World. The property's 10.1 hectares is characterised by clayey gravel and 30 year old vines planted with 80% Merlot & 20% Cabernet Franc. With Michel Rolland and Marcelo Pelleriti as the oenologists, you can expect exceptional quality production, continuing the legacy of Péré-Vergé in Pomerol.

TASTING NOTES
Plum, cherry and chocolate on the nose, followed by a medium-body, packed with juicy dark fruit and liquorice accents. Smooth palate with balanced tannins and a savoury finish. Drinking well now, and will last well into the 2030s and beyond.

FOOD PAIRING
Delicious with Filet Mignon or roast beef. If you are pairing with cheese, Gorgonzola or blue cheese would be excellent.

ABOUT THE RUM
Originating from the Macarapana Valley, Ron Carúpano captures the spirit and tradition of over 260 years of Venezuelan rum craftsmanship. Beyond a mere beverage, Ron Carúpano offers a profound exploration into the heart of Venezuela's rich heritage, taking you on a journey through the humid Hacienda Altamira to the tranquil waters of the Chuare River.

Carúpano X.O. represents the fusion of tradition and innovation that has always characterized the brand; it stands out for being the only Carúpano Rum which blends rums between 18 and 35 years of age, using Family Antique Reserves. Limited to just 2,000 bottles per year worldwide and presented in a leather cannister with velvet lining and an exquisitely crafted Italian glass bottle, this is for all true rum aficionados.

TASTING NOTES
Mahogany in colour with orange glints, this rum is dense and bright. you'll find notes of caramel, brioche, toffee, walnuts and almonds, alongside a subtle perfume of red flowers, cigar box, tobacco, Tonka bean, fermented cocoa and smoky seductive and subtle notes. It has a strong, balanced and unctuous opening, with marinated juicy black fruits, candied raisins, coconut, coffee and tobacco. The flavours are long lasting in the mouth. A rum to be savoured neat or on the rocks.

FRIARWOOD SAYS
With over 260 years of experience, Ron Carúpano rums continue to make some of the best rums in the world.

ABOUT THE WINE
Viña Costeira's bold claim of being the finest winery in Spain is not without merit. Established in 1968 by a group of forward-thinking pioneers who recognized the potential of Galicia's indigenous grape varieties, the winery has since blossomed into one of the region's largest producers. Dedicated to preserving both ancient vineyards and cherished traditions of Galician wine-making, each bottle embodies the spirit of its heritage.

TASTING NOTES
This fresh Albariño is a lively and invigorating expression, bursting with vibrant tropical fruit aromas. The palate is delightfully crisp and clean, showcasing bright citrus notes intertwined with ripe red apples. The finish is refreshing, leaving a lasting impression of pure enjoyment.

FOOD PAIRING
This wine is an ideal companion for a range of seafood dishes. Consider pairing it with pan-seared scallops over creamy risotto, garlic butter prawns, or a classic seafood paella garnished with fresh herbs for a sublime gastronomic experience.

FRIARWOOD SAYS
The musical bars on the label represent the hymn of Galicia, symbolising the rich cultural heritage and passion infused into every bottle of this exceptional white.

ABOUT THE WINE
Winemakers in Burgundy since 1453, the current generation of the Nudant family manages some 16 hectares of small parcels dotted throughout the Cote d’Or. Vineyard work is all carried out by hand, in the spirit of minimal intervention. The vines for this Bourgogne are situated in the village of Ladoix-Serrigny.

TASTING NOTES
Fresh, fruity, juicy Pinot Noir, with intensity derived from low-yielding old vines. Red fruit aromas, with bright strawberry and cherry on the palate, and a subtle hint of savoury spice on the finish.

FOOD PAIRING
White meat, like chicken, and grilled root vegetables. Veal would also pair very well – try this with saltimbocca.

FRIARWOOD SAYS
Easy-going, flavoursome Bourgogne rouge, from vines over 50 years of age in a village at the northernmost point of the Côte de Beaune. 10 000 bottles produced.

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ABOUT THE TEQUILA
Cedano is the culmination of 50 years experience and representative of the journey of Marco Cedano’s lifelong passion to craft the worlds finest tequila’s. Marco began his journey in Tequila with one guiding principle: to honour the agave and the land from which it comes. From his revolutionary stand to make only 100% blue agave tequila, to the creation of Tequila Tromba, to the development of his proprietary still and distillation process, he has always stayed true to this guiding principle.

Marco, along with his son Rodrigo, have created a fitting testament to his 50 year legacy and the legacy of the Cedano Family. Using an innovative Cedano Process, they have crafted a Reposado Tequila of unmatched flavor, complexity and refinement, which is aged in specially procured French Limousin oak casks. All of this is captured in a hand crafted and hand labeled artisan bottle worthy of this exquisite spirit.

TASTING NOTES
A strong gold colour in the glass, the Tequila is dense and rich on the palate with notes of soft warm wood, dried fruit, vanilla, toasted cashew, almond and peanut. On the nose, you'll find aromas of vanilla and aged wood with a top note of caramelized agave. There are hints of cherry, soft florals and a fresh citrus overtone.

FRIARWOOD SAYS
The bottle for this special Tequila is hand-blown in Mexico by skilled artisans. Tequila Tromba is a testament to the relentless spirit of its master distiller Marco Cedano. Each sip is an expression of Marco's unwavering dedication to craft, precision, and his own trailblazing journey in tequila making. The brand not only offers premium tequila but takes a bold stance towards environmental responsibility. The Endangered Agave Program is their commitment to restoring endangered agave populations, and their innovative Bagazo upcycling initiative is a step towards reducing environmental impact. Tromba embodies quality, heritage, and sustainability.