Wine World Winter Catalogue 2025/26 by Wine World

The Curious Mind Behind Hendrick’s Gin

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2025/2026

Editorial Content: Stacy Slinkard

Wine Writer, Editor & Educator

WSET 3, CSW

Layout: Samantha Foster

Design: Kristina Patrick

Wine World Inc.

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We’re delighted to present the latest edition of Taste, our annual celebration of flavour, culture, and the vibrant lifestyle of Barbados. This year marks a particularly exciting milestone with the opening of our new Wine World store in Sunset Crest, St. James! Designed with more space, a wider selection of wines, spirits, beverages and accessories, easy parking, and the same friendly team, this new location is designed to make your shopping experience even better.

Within these pages, you’ll embark on a journey of taste and discovery. Savour inspired pairings that bring global cuisine to life—because at Wine World, we believe every dish deserves its perfect match. Enjoy an exclusive conversation with Lesley Gracie, the creative force behind Hendrick’s Gin, and explore what’s trending, including our favourite zero-proof creations that redefine modern indulgence.

Our wine features invite you to explore deeper: uncover the bold elegance of Rioja and navigate the nuanced charm of Italian wines with our beautifully accessible guide. On the culinary front, we spotlight Le Shack, a standout restaurant elevating the dining landscape in Barbados, and journey east to Dinah’s Bar & Cafe in Bathsheba, where local tradition, warm hospitality, and good rum come together beautifully.

As always, our comprehensive price list and online store make it effortless to browse, shop, and indulge from the comfort of your home. Visit www.wineworldinc. com to explore our full collection and enjoy seamless online shopping.

Whether you’re discovering something new or returning to a cherished favourite, Wine World is here to enrich every moment.

Here’s to good taste, great company, and the joy of discovery....

Taste, Experience, & Enjoy!

Hello, Sunset Crest!

WE’RE OPEN!

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We’ve designed this store with you in mind, there’s more room to browse, more wines and spirits to explore, and plenty of exciting new choices waiting on our shelves. Whether you’re looking for a special bottle for a celebration, the perfect pairing for dinner, or just something new to try, we’ve got you covered.

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THE CURIOUS MIND BEHIND

Hendrick’s Gin

Lesley Gracie, Master Distiller at Hendrick’s Gin

Meet Lesley Gracie: Master Distiller, Botanical Explorer & Creative Alchemist

Lesley Gracie, the legendary master distiller of Hendrick’s Gin, is as extraordinary as the liquid she creates. Born in Hull, Yorkshire, with a background in chemistry and a lifelong fascination with flavour, Lesley has shaped the spirit of Hendrick’s since its inception in 1999. Her signature style? Visualising flavours as shapes and seeking to create a round, balanced experience in every drop.

A Vision Sparked by Curiosity

In the late 1990s, Charles Gordon, the greatgrandson of William Grant, approached Lesley with an ambitious challenge: to create an “ultrapremium” gin unlike anything on the market. Inspired by all things delightfully peculiar, Lesley blended traditional botanicals with cucumber and rose, two ingredients she felt captured the quirk and charm of British heritage, and Hendrick’s Gin was born.

Since then, Lesley’s creative flair and scientific discipline have given rise to a portfolio of experimental and boundary-pushing gins, each infused with its own story, sensory profile, and inspiration. Her lab at the Hendrick’s Gin Palace houses the famed “Cabinet of Curiosities,” a locked chamber of rare botanicals and mysterious distillates, a playground of flavour waiting to be explored.

Every Drop Has a Story

From the mystical moonlight to the vibrant sea, Lesley draws inspiration from the natural world. Her creations are not just gins: “Every botanical is peculiar in its own way; they’re sensory experiences rooted in memory, feeling, and imagination. Whether inspired by a midsummer’s day, pollinator-friendly flowers, or a journey into the Venezuelan rainforest, every Hendrick’s variant retains the original’s core, balanced flavour with whimsical twists.

Traditional copper pot still with a rectifying column

The Art and Science of Distillation

Consistency is sacred at Hendrick’s. Lesley and her small but mighty team run a meticulous operation with just two process operators overseeing every distillation. The use of two distinct still types— Bennett and Carter-Head—allows Lesley to extract dramatically different flavour profiles from the same botanicals, blending them into a harmonious, unmistakably Hendrick’s character.

Lesley’s philosophy embraces the unpredictable nature of botanicals: “Every botanical is peculiar in its own way—they always deliver something unexpected.” Her experiments often involve rare, sometimes “hazardous,” ingredients, but the result is always precise and magical.

Beyond the Botanicals

Away from the stills, Lesley is equally full of charm. She is a devoted animal lover, sharing her life with dogs Lily and Daisy, two rabbits, two tortoises, two hamsters, and a tank full of fish. A fan of wild salmon fishing and motorhome adventures in the Scottish countryside (her campervan, affectionately named Peg), Lesley also holds a special love for Hull FC rugby—an enthusiasm she inherited from her father, along with her passion for fishing.

Her olfactory memories are vivid and sentimental. One of her favourites is the scent of lavender, which instantly transports her to childhood visits with her grandmother.

Flavourful Reflections

When asked to name her ideal guests for a G&T, Lesley’s list includes:

• Sir David Attenborough, for his storytelling and shared love of the natural world;

• William Grant, to understand how today’s vision aligns with his original dream from 1887;

• Professor Brian Cox, whose infectious enthusiasm for the stars would pair perfectly with a Hendrick’s cocktail.

A Toast with Lesley

Her favourite serve? Hendrick’s Original with Elderflower cordial and soda water, “absolutely stunning,” she says. And for something more celebratory, she recommends the Hendrick’s Grand Cabaret Royale—bright, fruity, and full of pleasure.

Among all her creations, Hendrick’s Amazonia holds a special place. Inspired by her travels to Venezuela, where she lived among a tribe in the rainforest and explored plants never before used in gin, Amazonia reflects Lesley’s belief in the power of exploration, not just in flavour, but in life itself.

Looking Forward

The world of gin continues to evolve, and Lesley relishes the freedom the category offers. One of her dreams? To trace the ancient Spice Route through India and discover new botanicals at the source. Her travels to Barbados also left a lasting impression, the vibrant atmosphere and fragrant native flora, which she says would make a beautifully bright and herbal gin.

And for Hendrick’s fans? Lesley hints that something new and exciting is always brewing—expect the unexpected.

Cheers to Lesley Gracie, the botanical visionary who reminds us that great spirits begin with curiosity, passion, and a touch of the peculiar.

TOP PICKS FOR

Regional Bubbly

By Stacy Slinkard

It’s often a fairly well-kept secret, but every major wine growing region produces a regionally inspired sparkling wine. Keep in mind, these are not to be confused with “Champagne,” even if they are produced in the same manner and style of the most famous sparkling wine in the world. Champagne is only “Champagne” when the grapes are grown and the wine is bottled in the strict A.O.C. perimeter of Champagne, France.

All other regional sparkling wines are tucked firmly under the “sparkling wine” category. These delicious bubbly wine ambassadors from every major wine growing region –Italy’s Franciacorta or Prosecco, French Crémant or Spanish Cava – showcase extraordinary sparkling wine efforts that are made for food, friends and festive celebrations!

Italian Sparkling Wine

Prosecco is Italy’s best-known sparkling wine: widely available, affordably priced, and a staple on restaurant wine lists. Produced primarily in Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia from the white Glera grape, it gains its lively bubbles through the Charmat method, where second fermentation occurs in pressurised stainless-steel tanks rather than in individual bottles. Fresh and fruity, Prosecco typically highlights peach, pear, melon, and apple notes. Ready to drink on arrival, it performs beautifully as a festive aperitif or an easy-going companion to casual meals.

Franciacorta comes from Lombardy and represents Italy’s more formal, Champagne-style sparkling wine, carrying D.O.C.G prestige. Made with the traditional method (Méthode Champenoise), its second fermentation takes place in the bottle, producing fine, persistent bubbles. Top Franciacorta producers rely on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Blanc, and styles vary by dosage and blending. Across styles, Franciacorta delivers layered complexity, refined texture, and sustained elegance for when a more sophisticated Italian sparkling wine is desired.

Top Picks for Italian Sparkling

Da Luca Prosecco - Fresh, zingy citrus flavours with attractive palate weight, rounded by balanced fruit sweetness. Persistent, clean mouth-watering finish.

Nino Franco Rustico Brut Prosecco Superiore di Valdobbiadene D.O.C.G. - Turning things up a notch with this high-end Prosecco offering, Nino Franco brings fragrant herbal aromas mixed with green apple to the glass. Tropical fruit makes its way to the mid-palate showcased by vibrant acidity and a stunning, ripe fruit-filled finish.

Ca’ del Bosco Cuvée Prestige Franciacorta Brut D.O.C.G. - All hand-picked grapes create a wine with the utmost expression, richness, and identity of the soils of Franciacorta. Brilliant gold. Complex nose combining fresh fruits (apple, pear), linden and notes of acacia honey and green tea. Wonderful exuberance on the palate that is firm, mineral, focused and ends on a dried almond note.

Spanish Sparkling Wine

Playfully dubbed the “Champagne of Spain,” Cava is a sparkling wine from Spain’s Cava D.O. in Catalonia. Often using traditional methods to produce a second fermentation in individual bottles, most Cava is non-vintage and is a blend of base wines from a variety of years. Local Spanish grapes like Macabeo, Parellada, and Xarel·lo are used to craft traditional Cava. Zesty, with lively acidity and fresh citrus flavours, Cava is made in both white and rosé styles. Cava is incredibly food-friendly and affordable. Best bets for pairing include happy hour appetisers, salty seafood, and classic Mediterranean charcuterie. Today, producers are also experimenting with aged Cava that spend 3-5 years on lees before release. All Cava is required to spend a minimum of 9 months aging in the bottle prior to release.

Pro Tip:

“Cava” is the Catalan word for “cave” or “cellar.”

Top Picks for Cava

Freixenet Cordon Negro Cava Brut is a crisp, clean and well-balanced ‘cava’ sparkling wine. The fresh palate of apple, ripe pear and bright citrus flavours combine with a long finish and an exciting touch of ginger. Aged 12-18 months, this wine pairs with eggs Benedict to seafood, such as lobster or bluefin tuna. It is also the perfect cava selection for oyster, caviar, or sushi appetizers.

Jaume Serra Cava Rosado Brut made from Pinot Noir and Trepat grapes, known for its delicate and fruity profile. Beautiful and rich strawberry colour. Primary aromas of red berries and Pomegranate with a fresh sensation. Very fine elegant bubbles tickle the palate and offer fruity flavours as well as a long and elegant finish. Great with roasted meats, pork and lamb.

French Sparkling Wine

Crémant refers to French sparkling wines that are made in the traditional method outside of the very regulated region of Champagne. This special sparkler is made in eight French wine growing regions with the most notable being the Loire Valley and Burgundy (“Crémant de Loire” and “Crémant de Bourgogne” respectively). While regional requirements may vary, Crémant wines are subject to very specific rules and regulations including nine months of lees aging. Similar to Champagne, Crémant styles can range from crisp and clean to rich, round and fuller-bodied. Crémant wines often offer a beautiful mix of quality and affordability and are typically elegant ambassadors for their unique appellation.

Top Pick for Crémant

Veuve Ambal Crémant de Bourgogne Blanc Grande Cuvée Brut - This Crémant has a paleyellow colour with golden highlights, enlivened by a fine, persistent effervescence. The complex, expressive nose reveals aromas of white flowers, white-fleshed fruits such as apple and pear, and subtle notes of brioche and almond. On the palate, the attack is lively and fresh, offering a beautiful harmony between controlled acidity and a creamy texture. The finish is long and elegant, leaving a delicately fruity, lightly toasted imprint.

No matter the region, bubbles bring joy, so explore beyond Champagne and toast

to discovery.

Perfect as an aperitif, it is also a fine accompaniment to seafood, grilled fish or fish in sauce, roast poultry or soft cheeses. It also sublimates white fruit desserts and fine pastries, bringing a touch of freshness and refinement to every bite. Ideal as a Kir or Spritz

RIOJA

Spain’s Crown Jewel

By Stacy Slinkard

About The Region

The acclaimed Spanish wine region of Rioja stretches along the Ebro River in north-central Spain, while the coastal Cantabrian Mountains provide a protective barrier to the Atlantic’s wild winds. Rioja benefits from a distinctive mix of Atlantic, Continental and Mediterranean climates. Typically, hot summers and chilly winters with decent rainfall leave their mark on the quality wines coming out of Spain’s Rioja region. At just over 100 miles south of Bilbao, Rioja is best known for producing world-class red wines. These wines are made predominantly from the spicy, ripe cherry flavours of Tempranillo and the supporting character of Garnacha. Rioja’s white wines play a very small regional role (approximately 10% of production) and are based on the Viura grape often blended with Malvasia or Garnacha Blanca.

Place names, not grape names, take precedence on Spain’s bottle labels, with “Rioja” being common vernacular for discussing the distinctive regional reds. Rioja is divided into three sub-regions:

• Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa – These are both cool climate districts with Rioja Alta sitting at higher elevations and celebrated for making many of the region’s most acclaimed wines, with exceptional ageing potential.

• Rioja Baja – This is a warmer region with its own unique take on Tempranillo that often offers more ripe, forward fruit.

Ebro River valley, a scenic and historic wine growing region south of Rioja

To Oak or Not to Oak

Recently Rioja has been experimenting with how much oak barrel ageing should influence the regional wines. Traditionally, Rioja’s red wine scene has been dominated by oak. The wines from the region have earned a reputation for being spicy and supple with lovely layers

Selecting and Pairing Rioja Wines

of oak-tamed fruit. However, many winemakers are producing wines that showcase the innate fruit character, with less oak influence. These tend to be fresh, fruitier styles of Tempranillo. Today, some Rioja wines age longer in oak, giving spicy, smoky flavours, while others show fresher, fruit-forward notes with limited oak influence. Happily, both styles are widely available today.

Rioja’s popular red wines create incredible pairings with both the regional flavours of paella, tapas, roasted lamb, and grilled meat and provide consistent complement to a wide variety of international cuisines.

Meat

Rioja’s red wines make the most of meat-based dishes. Tempranillo’s remarkable versatility makes fast friends with everything from the spicy nuances of chorizo sausage to the regional variations of thinly sliced Jamón. Pork tenderloin or leg of lamb tend to partner well with the elegance and supple nature of Rioja’s Gran Reservas. While the family-friendly nature of simple spiced beef enchiladas, classic tacos, and burgers play particularly well with a Crianza style of Rioja red.

Poultry

The Rioja whites offer versatility when partnered with poultry and paella. Yet, the lighter, fruitier styles of Rioja’s red wines can provide delicate pairings for poultry, especially in terms of roasted chicken or duck. Oak-driven Rioja handles the heavier flavours of game birds like pheasant or wild turkey exceptionally well.

Seafood

The green apple and zesty lemon flavours of Rioja’s white wines mark them for particular seafood pairings. Grilled fish, steamed shellfish and crab cakes are downright delicious with the dry, medium-bodied, foodfriendly character of the snappy, higher acid regional white wines.

Cheese

Locally, Manchego cheese rules the roost, so it is fitting that both the Rioja reds and whites will work well with this tasty, sheep’s milk cheese. If you’re going for the gold pairing, practice the “local foods with local wines mantra” and give Rioja’s older reds a swirl with an equally well-aged Manchego.

While there are many engaging wine regions riddled throughout Spain, Rioja is the country’s brightest star and best international ambassador thanks in part to the Tempranillo grape’s incredible versatility both in growing

regions and wine styles, but also in terms of exceptional and consistent quality to price ratios. It is hard to beat Spain’s pricing for high quality, well-managed wines from vineyard to glass.

Rioja Crianza

Crianza red wine designations are at least 2 years old with a minimum of 6 months in oak barrel.

Beronia Crianza

D.O.Ca. Rioja n.v.

Style: Medium-bodied and fruit-forward

Nose: Notes of ripe red berries, vanilla, and gentle spice from oak aging

Palate: Smooth and approachable with soft tannins, juicy red fruit, and a hint of toasted oak

Overall Impression: A classic expression of Rioja crianza— easy-drinking, balanced, and versatile at the table

Torres Altos

Ibéricos Crianza Rioja D.O.C. 2021

Style: Medium-bodied with good length

Nose: Fresh plum, vanilla, walnut, and subtle tobacco

Palate: Juicy and fluid with soft, supple tannins and a creamy finish

Overall Impression: Elegant and approachable Rioja with smooth texture and refined fruit expression

Bodegas LAN Crianza D.O.Ca. Rioja 2021

Style: Medium-bodied and well-balanced

Nose/Palate: Juicy red fruit (plum, cherry) with a touch of vanilla; fluid and well-grained tannin structure

Overall Impression: A solid, classic Rioja Crianza offering freshness and easy drinkability

Wine World’s Rioja Wine Picks

Wine World’s Rioja Wine Picks

Rioja Reserva

Reservas red wine designations are at least 3 years old with a minimum of a year in oak barrel.

Beronia Reserva

Style: Full-flavoured and expressive

Nose/Palate: Coconut, blackberry, vanilla, cracked pepper with a chocolatey finish

Oak Aging: 20 months in French & American oak

Overall Impression: Rich, layered Rioja with a balance of fruit, spice, and oak influence

Awards: Silver - International Wine Challenge

Style: Elegant, fresh and long on the finish

Nose: Spiced cherries, berries, dark chocolate, wet earth, mushrooms

Palate: Succulent and juicy with very fine-grained tannins and excellent length

Overall Impression: A refined and beautifully balanced

Rioja showing freshness and complexity

Other Scores: 93 (Guía Peñín), 92 (Wine Enthusiast), Gold (Mundus Vini)

Style: Classically styled with elegance and structure

Nose/Palate: Vibrant dark fruit, spice, and oak complexity with remarkable depth

Overall Impression: A highly awarded vintage showcasing Rioja at its finest—powerful yet polished

Rioja Gran Reserva

Rioja’s Gran Reserva reds are at least 5 years old and have spent a minimum of 18 months in oak barrel.

Bodegas LAN Gran Reserva D.O.Ca. Rioja 2017

Critic Consensus: Avg. 91/100 from 59 reviews

User Rating: 4.3/5

Style: Mature, complex, and structured

Profile: Layers of dark fruit, spice, and oak with developed tertiary notes from extended aging

Overall Impression: A sophisticated Gran Reserva with depth, elegance, and excellent ageing potential

A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO

Italian Wines

By Stacy Slinkard

Here’s your ultimate primer on Italian wine. Whether you’ve just begun to explore the iconic wines of Italy or are an expert looking for a quick refresh, Italy provides a lifelong education on wine with an estimated 800 unique varieties of grapes grown within the 20 individual designated Italian wine regions.

If you start at the top of the Italian boot and drill down to Sicily, you’ll find a land of incredible wine growing diversity. From the Alps in the north to the Apennine Mountain range, functioning as Italy’s backbone running north to south, and the Mediterranean Sea cheerfully surrounding the country with its buffering influence on weather patterns, Italy is a grape grower’s dream.

8 Best Italian Reds for Beginners

Italy’s best red wines for beginners tend to share three common characteristics:

1. They are bold in flavour intensity

2. They lean heavily into familiar fruit flavours and aromas

3. They can typically be found for under $35 a bottle

We’ve rounded up a short starter guide of Italian wines you must try – top to bottom, and east to west.

Cefalù, Sicily, Italy

Barbera

Barbera is Piedmont’s everyday wine, perfectly poised to rock the red fruit flavours sans the mouth-drying tannins. While the ruby red colour pigments are dark and dense, the actual palate profile is light and bright with the consistent lively background zing of food-friendly acidity. Barbera comes loaded with ripe cherry, blackberry, and earthy herbal tones to dominate the nose and ready to rumble on the palate as well.

Brachetto

Playing to the sweet-tooth, Brachetto is Piedmont’s lightbodied, sweet, and fizzy semisparkling dessert wine. Brachetto grown anywhere in Piedmont is labeled simply as “Brachetto” on the bottle, while Brachetto d’Acqui, a classified D.O.C.G., carries the classic Old World naming protocol: “Brachetto” is the grape and “Acqui” is the hilly growing district in southern Piedmont.

This particular style of bubbly begs for dessert partnerships, with all things chocolate high on the love list (it’s one of the few chocolate and red wine pairings sommeliers recommend). Flavours include red fruits, candied flowers, and cream. Expect to pay close to $50 for Brachetto – after all, fun and festive comes at a price.

Flavours: Candied berry flavours

Pairs with: Delights with dessert - angel food cake, chocolate mousse, fruit tart

Dolcetto

Cleverly translated as “little sweet one,” though don’t expect gobs of sweetness to welcome your taste buds. Dolcetto is usually dry, with blueberry and cherry fruit-driven notes.

Given the silky textures, soaring acids, and laid-back tannins, consider partnering Barbera up with sausage risotto, prosciutto and smoked cheese, beef stew, and the classic Neapolitan pizza. No need to pay a lot to snag a tasty bottle of Barbera – many run under $50.

Flavours: Cherry, licorice and bright acidity

Pairs with: Risotto, Margherita pizza and beef stew

and shows soft fruit character with a little less zippy acidity upfront. Not overly picky, when it comes to food pairing, Dolcetto is a flexible friend to antipasto plates, cured Italian meats, and plenty of redsauced pasta themes.

This is an easy sipper, happily ready to roll right out of the bottle,

Flavours: Blueberry and black cherry flavours

Pairs with: Pasta with red sauce, charcuterie

Nero d’Avola

If Italy is the boot, Sicily is the soccer ball about to be launched. Sitting on the tip of Italy’s toe, Sicily is the largest of the Mediterranean islands. As Sicily’s rockstar red grape, Nero d’Avola’s fruity nature brings plenty of bright red cherry, tart blackberry, and peppery spice to the glass.

A heady combination of fruit meets structure, showing zippy acidity

Montepulciano

Montepulciano reigns as the second most planted grape in Italy (after Chianti’s Sangiovese). In terms of label lingo, typically the wines based on the Montepulciano grape tag the regional name on the end of the grape (i.e. “Montepulciano d’Abruzzo” – is literally the Montepulciano grape from the region of Abruzzo).

Smooth, silky textures surround dense layers of black fruit flavour.

and moderate alcohol levels. Nero d’Avola promises to mellow out with a bit of time in the glass (or decanter) and partner up incredibly well with juicy bison burgers, Mom’s best lasagna, or your local meat lover’s pizza. Easy to drink, and even easier on the wallet –expect to shell out $30-70 for a bottle of snappy Sicilian adventure.

Flavours: Red cherry, blackberry and peppery aromas

Pairs with: Burgers and Meat Lover’s Pizza

Negroamaro

Expect this wine to run completely dry with a medium- to full-bodied profile and plenty of palate pep to handle grilled game, Italy’s best salami, regional pastas with tomato sauce, and local cheese finds. You can enter the Montepulciano scene with as little as $30.

Flavours: Black fruit character and smoky nuances

Pairs with: Salami, hard cheeses, grilled meats

Negroamaro is grown in the hotter climes of Puglia, on the heel of Italy’s proverbial boot. A tannic beast, Negroamaro can come off as rich or rustic, smooth or sassy, depending on the vintage, proximity to the Ionian Sea’s cooling effects and, in all honesty, the winemaker’s prowess.

Often blended with Primitivo to tone down the tannins and amp up the sweet red fruit factor, Negroamaro promises to play well with all sorts of zesty barbecue digs: pulled pork, sweet chicken, tangy ribs, and more.

Flavours: Ripe berry flavours and fresh herbs

Pairs with: Pulled pork and poultry

Primitivo

Primitivo (aka Zinfandel) is also grown in Puglia often as a complementary blending force to tame the tightly wound tannins of Negroamaro.

However, Primitivo is one of Italy’s lush and plush red wine divas sought as a solo bottling for its generous fruit and sultry spice along with elevated alcohol,

and the instantly approachable tandem of low acidity and modest tannins give it a bold, but smooth mouthfeel. A natural with cured meat, tangy grilled veggies, brats or burgers, Primitivo is a flavour force to be reckoned with. Expect to part with $15-25 bucks for a fullthrottle bottle of Puglia Primitivo.

Flavours: Bold Raspberry and Spice Pairs with: Burgers and brats

D.O.C. (an abbreviation for Denominazione di Origine Controllata) represents Italy’s quality wine category with over 330 D.O.C.s in the country. Example, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo D.O.C.

Quick Tips on Italian Wine Labels

D.O.C.G. (an abbreviation for Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) is Italy’s top wine classification with strict rules and regulations for all aspects of the winemaking process.

Today there are 77 D.O.C.G.s in Italy. Example, Barolo D.O.C.G.

I.G.T. (abbreviation for Indicazione Geografica Tipica – literally meaning “wine typical for the region”) Today, there are over 120 I.G.T.s in Italy, representing a huge range of styles and pricing.

D.O.C.G.

CHEF FEATURE

Le Shack

What inspired your journey into food and the culinary arts? Who has been your greatest inspiration?

I grew up in Chamonix in the French Alps with my grandmother Herminie, on a farm. She has always been my biggest inspiration and support. She survived the Second World War and taught me how to make the most of simple, fresh, seasonal ingredients: that was the real “farm to table” food!

At 15 I moved to Paris, where I trained under Master Pastry Chef Gaston Lenôtre and at Fauchon. That experience built me as a pastry chef, it was unforgettable. Before landing in New York City in the 1980s, where I lived and worked for 40 years, I worked in some of the best restaurants in fivestar hotels in Jeddah, Lisbon, London, and Geneva. Each place gave me new flavours and inspiration, always rooted in my classic French background.

How did Barbados become your choice for a home?

I had been coming to Barbados on vacation for almost 20 years, always at The Crane Resort. Five years ago, I brought my wife Annalisa here. She grew up in southern Italy, and she felt Barbados was very similar—she fell in love with it!

It was not easy to leave Le Canard Enchaîné, the restaurant I owned for more than 30 years in upstate New York. It was very successful and received many awards. But we decided to take a risk, change our lives completely, and start a new business and a new life together in Barbados. We are very thankful for all the love and support we have received from the local community since the very beginning!

Jean Jacques Carquillat, (chef/ owner of Le Shack) and his wife, Annalisa Russo

How do local ingredients and Caribbean culinary traditions influence your menu and cooking philosophy?

We have great respect for Bajan culinary traditions. While we are not Bajan, we use local ingredients and spices to create fusion dishes, French and international recipes that stay true to my style and experience. On the menu we feature dishes I created here to celebrate local ingredients: tuna carpaccio, smoked flying fish mousse, half-chicken with barbecue sauce, and bread pudding with rum sauce. It is a continuous learning and discovery.

Barbados offers a richness of fish, meat, and vegetables that I love to mix with classic French flavours. We update the menu seasonally and add daily specials to make the most of what this wonderful island gives us.

What’s a dish on your current menu that best reflects your personality, and what wine would you pair with it?

Can I choose two?

One is the Bajan Skillet, which I created here in Barbados. It is my unique interpretation of a classic French casserole with beans and tomato sauce, using local meats like pork sausage and ham, with shrimps for a lighter twist. I like to pair it with Catena Malbec, because of its firm and vibrant finish.

The second is very close to my heart and traditions: the fricassée of snails. When we first put it on the menu at Le Shack, people told us we were crazy, that nobody would eat snails here. But we proved them wrong! It has become one of our best-selling starters. I pair it with Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, which has a round and juicy texture.

Le Shack Restaurant

How do you approach pairing wine with your dishes, do you lead with the plate or the glass? It depends. Sometimes we start with wine, other times with food. Being French and Italian, we both love wine—I prefer reds, Annalisa prefers whites and sparkling. The right pairing enhances the whole experience. That is why we have a large wine list at Le Shack, with about 100 wines, so guests can select the perfect match. We are always happy to guide them.

Can you share a moment when a food and wine pairing surprised you or changed your perspective?

I like to pair fish with red wine, even though it’s not common. For example, I really enjoy pairing pan-seared red snapper and vegetable ratatouille with Cristom Jefferson Pinot Noir. The richness of the dish matches beautifully with the soft texture and balance of the wine.

How do you balance creativity with consistency in a busy kitchen?

Creativity happens before service, when I define the menu or daily specials with the team. During

service, focus, discipline, and collaboration are key to consistency. I am very proud of our team; they deliver my vision for quality, speed, and presentation every day.

Our chefs, all local, are encouraged to propose new recipes. They know me well and do a great job of blending local flavours with French inspiration.

What role does storytelling play in your presentation of food?

Some dishes on the menu are classics I created years ago, like the crab cake, salmon with red cabbage, tuna Indochine, lamb, and key lime pie. I want people living in or visiting Barbados to take these flavours with them as memories.

Others I have created here, such as tuna carpaccio, chicken with barbecue sauce, and banana explosion. These represent my new life and a new chapter in my culinary journey. I love simplicity, and combining colours and textures to win people’s hearts at first sight.

What’s one culinary trend you’re excited about and one you wish would disappear?

I am not very keen on trends, I am an “old-fashioned” chef, entrepreneur, and restaurateur. What I appreciate today is the focus on service, on offering guests an unforgettable experience: not just great food, but ambiance, service, and the feeling of being transported. This is what we try to create at Le Shack.

What I don’t like are cold, stiff restaurants. To me, that is not fine dining.

If you could cook a meal for anyone, living or past, who would it be and what would you serve?

Definitely for Johnny Hallyday, my favourite French singer, who passed away in 2017. I saw him live, but never met him. I would cook my “Louis XIV Sea Scallops”: panseared scallops with foie gras, beluga caviar, pork belly, and Sauternes wine coulis. This dish matches his charismatic personality and energy. I would pair it with Marqués de Riscal Reserva for its structure and elegant tannins.

What advice would you give aspiring chefs about building a meaningful connection between food, wine, and people?

As I often remind Annalisa, my business partner, I have been a chef and restaurateur for 45 years, while she comes from a corporate background. Having a restaurant requires passion for food and people, but also discipline and hard work. A dining experience should make every guest feel special.

My advice: choose the right team. Every person makes a difference. Don’t settle for less than perfection, and always learn from mistakes.

Beyond the Bottle

THE EXPERIENCE OF WINE

A bottle of wine is never just a bottle. It carries with it the craft of the vineyard, the personality of the winemaker, and the promise of a shared moment. But once that cork is pulled here in Barbados, what happens next can turn the ordinary into something unforgettable.

In Barbados, wine has a way of fitting into every moment. A zesty Sauvignon Blanc feels just right with a flying fish cutter after a swim at the beach, while a smooth Malbec seems made for relaxed evenings on a breezy veranda with friends. The setting, the company, and even the glass in your hand all become part of the story.

Glassware: Elevating Every Pour

The right glass can unlock a wine’s character. A full-bodied red shows its depth when given room to breathe in a wide bowl, while sparkling wines stay lively longer in a tall flute. Choosing glassware that matches the wine doesn’t have to be complicated; it simply means giving the aromas and flavours space to shine.

Serving Temperature in the Tropics

Our Caribbean climate means wines warm up quickly, so temperature makes all the difference. A white that should be crisp may feel flat if served too warm, while a red can lose its charm if it gets hot. As a guide:

Whites & Rosés:

7–10°C

Well chilled, but not ice-cold

Sparkling Wines:

5–7°C

Frosty for freshness

Reds: 14–16°C

Lightly chilled rather than room temperature

Understanding Terroir:

AND WHY IT MATTERS

By Stacy Slinkard

Though often translated from French as “sense of place,” the concept of terroir (pronounced tehr-WAHR) carries different meanings for different people. At its core, it refers to the distinctive blend of natural and human factors that influence how grapes are grown, and ultimately, how a wine will taste, evolve, and reflect its origin.

Terroir is precisely why a Pinot Noir from Burgundy tastes remarkably different than one from New Zealand or Oregon. The regional soil, climate, elevation, weather patterns, traditions and winemaking style all influence the outcome of the wine in a glass, each aspect uniquely coaxing out different facets of the grape.

Giving wine its true identity and allowing a bottle to speak to the place where it was grown, harvested and bottled, is what the heart of terroir is all about. Drinking wine with a distinct sense of place is familiarising yourself with the story of that vintage, that landscape, the weather patterns, the sun, soil and people that built the

wine. It’s a beautiful discovery of a land you may never actually visit, but have the privilege of experiencing it from afar, from a glass.

What Makes Terroir?

When we talk about terroir, climate and soil are usually the first things that spring to mind, and for good reason. They’re two of the most powerful forces shaping how vines grow and how a wine ultimately expresses itself. They are incredibly influential vectors in the vine’s growth and development. Soil is the vine’s foundation, whether the soil is clay, limestone, slate, sand, or volcanic rock – it determines water retention and drainage, root depth and nutrient uptake, and even contributes to a wine’s innate texture and perceived minerality. Vines planted in gravel soils that drain well grow much differently than ones rooted in clay soils that tend to hold moisture. You can see this dichotomy play out in Bordeaux where Cabernet Sauvignon grows in the iconic gravel-based soils of the Left Bank and Merlot thrives in the clay-saturated soils of the prestigious Right Bank.

Then there’s climate, the big-picture player. Whether the region is cool or warm climate will determine which grapes grow best: big, bold Cabernet Sauvignon is a heat-seeker while slow-ripening Pinot Noir prefers the chill of a cooler climate. Diurnal shifts, the difference between daytime and nighttime temperatures, are critical in creating acidity and freshness in the growing clusters. These shifts are a crucial part of how climate shapes a vineyard’s character.

The lay of the land, or topography which includes elevations, hillside slope, and sun exposure all dramatically impact a vineyard’s growing capacity, a grape’s ripening time, and ultimately determine which specific grape varieties will grow best.

Microclimates are tiny, localized growing conditions within a single vineyard block or even among a few rows. One microclimate might get more early morning fog, while an acre away the rows are exposed to mid-day wind or basking in afternoon sun thanks to slope, a stand of trees, or increased elevation. These important microclimates create vastly different growing conditions within a very small parcel of land.

While so much of terroir is about the natural environment, the human factor remains significant. It’s people that determine how and where to plant a vineyard – row direction and spacing, canopy management, irrigation, conventional vs biodynamic methods and so much more. People bring tradition, technology, and determine harvest times, winemaking style and so much more. It’s these very human decisions that work in concert with the natural terroir that truly translate the grapes to the glass.

Wine’s deep reflection of terroir sets it apart in a world of old, new, and repackaged beverages. Standing alone in its unique ability to convey and capture a true sense of place – the sun, soil, climate, topography, and people, wine is a messenger sharing a slice of time and space.

Top Rated Wines

At Wine World, we take pride in offering some of the world’s finest wines, that consistently earn high praise from leading critics and publications. Each year, our team carefully curates a selection that highlights the very best

Sparkling Stars

For celebrations and unforgettable moments, Champagne remains the pinnacle.

Rare Millésime 2014, Reims, France

Rare by name and nature, a masterpiece in limited supply.

Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs N.V., Reims, France

Luminous and creamy, showcasing Chardonnay purity.

across categories: sparkling icons for celebrations, elegant whites for refreshing moments, bold reds that embody power and finesse, delicate rosés for effortless enjoyment, and luscious, sweet wines for indulgence.

White Wine Excellence

From crisp freshness to layered richness, these whites are a cut above.

El Enemigo Chardonnay 2023, Valle de Uco, Argentina

A groundbreaking Argentine white, structured and ageworthy.

Clos Henri ‘Otira’ Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Marlborough, New Zealand

New Zealand precision with vibrant minerality.

This year’s Top Rated Wines reflect not only exceptional scores and accolades but also a diverse range of regions, from the great estates of Champagne and Bordeaux to the rising stars of Chile, Argentina, and New Zealand. Whether you are a seasoned collector seeking prestige

Red Wine Icons

vintages, or simply looking to elevate your everyday glass, this collection ensures there is something remarkable for every palate and every occasion. It’s an invitation to explore excellence—one bottle at a time.

Our shelves feature reds that critics consider world-class, ranging from Old World prestige to New World boldness.

Pine Ridge Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, California, USA

A California classic with bold fruit and elegance.

Château Smith Haut Lafitte A.O.C. PessacLéognan 2018, Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux grandeur with remarkable structure and length.

Masi Costasera Amarone della Valpolicella

Classico D.O.C.G. 2020, Veneto, Italy

Using fully dried grapes for this wine, the fruit is sumptuous and concentrated.

Gérard Bertrand Kosmos 888 Red Blend 2021, A.O.P. Languedoc, France

Elegant and complex on the nose: garrigue, Morello cherry, cocoa, soft spice.

Rosé Refinement

Rosé continues to charm with its versatility and sophistication.

Caves d’ Esclans Whispering Angel

A.O.C. Côtes de Provence Rosé 2024, France

Medium-bodied with bright acidity. Balanced and rounded, with a lively center palate and a persistent, flavourful finish.

The Final Pour

Mirabeau Pure

A.O.P. Côtes de Provence Rosé 2024, France

A complex rosé, with elegant notes of wild strawberry, citrus, white flowers and a hint of lychee.

From the rarest vintages to everyday gems, Wine World’s Top Rated Wines are curated to ensure every bottle delivers exceptional quality. Whether you’re building a cellar, planning a celebration, or simply enjoying a Tuesday evening glass, these wines represent the best of the best.

The Rise of Natural Wines:

TREND OR REVOLUTION?

By Stacy Slinkard

The idea of “natural wine” may feel fresh and fashionable, but it’s far from new. In fact, low-intervention winemaking has been humming along in places such as Beaujolais and the Loire Valley for decades. However, in the past 15 years there has been an explosion of interest and popularity globally. As people seek more authentic experiences, less-processed products, and more… well… “natural” options in their daily lives, the natural-wine movement has experienced a renaissance of its very own.

Often colourful, cloudy, and a little unpredictable, these bottles are shaking up the wine world and making traditionalists uneasy. This interest in natural wines has coincided with a renewed focus on sustainable farming, cleaner food and drink options, calls for food transparency, the rejection of over-processed goods, and the pure, funky fun of orange wines with plenty of skin contact, cheeky labels, fizzy features, and red wines that love a good chill.

Natural wines challenge expectations and go against the grain of many high-tech, sterile winemaking missions. Cloudy, sour, sometimes effervescent, built on wild yeast and willing to go rogue, these bottles can be a beast to pin down and an absolute joy to drink. While some view natural-wine offerings as inconsistent, others love the thrill of the unexpected and the “let’s see what nature does” approach to building a wine from the yeast up. Others prefer the lower alcohol levels, lighter styles, often organic and typically food-friendly nature of au naturel. Fans enjoy the ultra-expressive personality and somewhat whimsical feel of small, boutique natural-wine producers, forsaking the consistency and predictability of mass-market options. There’s no doubt it takes guts and nerves of steel to make natural wine.

Natural wines don’t play by the rules. Critics point to vague marketing terms, lack of defined standards, and unstable or outright oxidised bottles that are not uncommon in the natural-wine arena. It’s not all doom and gloom, though. There are plenty of naturalwine producers who pride themselves on beautifully balanced wines that are clean, crisp, and cerebral. There has also been an interesting middle ground, as the trend for natural wine has captured the attention of so many enthusiasts that more traditional producers are now experimenting with native yeast, organic farming methods, and fewer additives and preservatives. They

hear the call for cleaner wines and are willing and able to make what they know in a less wild and funky format.

In that sense, natural wine has shifted the conversation. Moves towards greater transparency and authenticity, with a direct appeal to true terroir, clean ingredients, and lively wine interactions, can only be a good thing. By many accounts, natural wine looks to be here to stay.

Dessert Wines

Demystified:

WHEN AND HOW TO SERVE THEM

By Stacy Slinkard

Dessert wines are like dessert itself: sweet, indulgent, and best savoured in small doses. Carrying more residual sugar than their typical dry wine counterparts, dessert wines run in a range of sweetness levels with the best ones delivering a decent dose of acidity to balance the cloying potential of excess sugar. Typically served with or as dessert itself, these rich, concentrated wines are perfect for after dinner with various sweet or savoury dishes.

There are five distinct categories of dessert wines that are well worth diving into: late harvest wines, botrytis-derived dessert wines, ice wine, fortified favourites, and sweet sparkling wines. All of these wines lean well into their sweeter side in most cases (with the exception of fortified wines) by stopping fermentation early before all of the grape’s innate sugar is fermented into alcohol. When it comes to pairing fun food with dessert wines, there’s one rule of thumb to keep in mind: the wine should be sweeter than the dessert to avoid a sour or bitter clash of flavours.

Noble Rot / Botrytis Wines

Let’s start with the fungus. There is a category of late harvest wines that form a symbiotic relationship with botrytis, a fungus that concentrates the grape’s sugars by means of functional dehydration. In certain wine regions, under ideal autumn weather conditions (meaning cool, misty mornings and warm afternoons, think Bordeaux), the right mix of moisture and sunshine encourages the growth of botrytis, which essentially punctures tiny holes into the grape’s skin releasing water and deliciously concentrating sugars. Press these prized raisins, and you get liquid gold, albeit in very tiny amounts, which is precisely why these tasty treats come with higher price tags and low volumes (often 375 ml bottles).

The most celebrated and expensive botrytismade wines are Bordeaux’s Sauternes, Germany’s Trockenbeerenauslese, and Hungary’s famed Tokaji. Typically showing a delicious array of sweet floral, marmalade, honey, and peach or apricot on the nose, these wines mesmerize with perfumed abundance.

Perfect Pairings: A classic savoury Sauternes pairing is foie gras with fruit tarts and buttery shortbread rounding out some sweeter finds.

Late Harvest Wines

Late harvest wines come from grapes that have been left on the vine for extended ripening periods with the delicious result being incredibly concentrated sugars within the grape. The extended hang time essentially shrivels the grapes, with the water loss the sugar levels become more concentrated. Classic examples of a late harvest wine would be Germany’s late harvest Riesling or Gewürztraminer. Rich and remarkably aromatic, the concentrated grapes amplify both the nose and the flavour profile making for a delicious sensory experience. These wines often show more apricot, dried fruit, or even nutty nuances on the nose.

Perfect Pairings: Delicious with nut or cream-based desserts like pecan pie, creamy custards, or bread pudding. For a savoury contrast partner the salty, savoury side of blue cheese or goat cheese with the sweet profile of a late harvest pour.

Fortified Wines

Ice Wine (Eiswein)

The story behind ice wine is similar in that these grapes are also on the vine for an extended period of time, but the difference is the grapes are frozen on the vine for harvest (“traditional method”) and pressed to release a tiny plug of ice leaving only the sweet juice carrying condensed sugars and natural fruit acids behind. In regions or vintages that don’t reach the chill needed to freeze grapes in the vineyard, producers may have to cut a few corners and pop their grapes into the freezer to simulate the conventional process. The concentrated juice is fermented and occasionally aged in oak before being bottled in 375 ml bottles. These wines typically weigh in at 7–11% abv, with intense aromatics of candied fruit, exotic tropical notes, and fresh floral character.

Canada, Austria, and Germany are the world’s premier ice wine producers and for good reason! Their weather conditions provide ideal circumstances for the extended time on the vine and the likelihood of freezing temperatures. Riesling and the French American hybrid Vidal Blanc are the most common grapes recruited for making ice wine. The elevated sugars are typically well-balanced by the higher levels of lively acidity, bringing a delicious fresh factor to the glass.

Perfect Pairings: Serve ice wine well chilled with everything from sugar cookies to fruit pie and crème brûlée to cheesecake.

Fortified wines are still wines that have been “fortified” by the addition of a neutral grape spirit (typically brandy) that yields a wine with higher alcohol levels in the 15–22% abv range. While many fortified wines are sweet due to early fortification, stopping fermentation and leaving residual sugar, there are also plenty of examples where fortification occurs after fermentation, resulting in a completely dry style. Some of the best examples of fortified wines are Portugal’s Port and Madeira or Spanish Sherry. These are typically wines that show a lot of nutty flavours, alongside candied or dried fruit, caramel and sometimes chocolate notes.

Perfect Pairings: Fortified favourites partner well with almond cookies, chocolate mousse, pecan or pumpkin pie.

Sparkling Dessert Wines

Love bubbles and a bit of sugar? Sparkling dessert wines bring the best of both worlds: sweet, fizzy, and full of charm. While there are not a ton of contenders in this special sparkling wine category, the heavy hitters tend to be well-known wines from Piedmont: Moscato d’Asti (white) and Brachetto d’Acqui (red). Both wines are also decidedly sweet and low in alcohol, often hovering around 5–6% abv. These are easy-going wine bottles that are festive, fun and tasty, a delight on their own or paired with sweet treats.

Perfect Pairings: Brachetto is outstanding with chocolate-themed desserts and Moscato is made for fruity desserts, meringues, panettone, peach or berry cobbler, and basic biscotti.

PAIRING WINES WITH EXCITING ETHNIC CUISINES:

Chinese, Japanese, Indian

By Stacy Slinkard

It’s no secret that wine is made for food, but where things get tricky is when food is full of flavours, herbs, seasonings and spice.

Enter Chinese, Japanese and Indian cuisine flavour profiles. These delicious ethnic cuisines have many fans far and wide but pairing the diverse ingredients with the wines of the world can present some significant hurdles especially if one pours a heavy-handed, full throttle red or ultra dry white wine with the dish.

Top Tips for Pairing Wine

with Chinese Fare

Chinese fare aims for a balance of sweet, salty, bitter, sour and spice often with an overarching umami theme tied in. Some of the more popular options for Chinese food, whether it’s take-out or dine in at a favourite restaurant include egg rolls or spring rolls, soy-seasoned beef, sweet and sour pork, steamed dumplings, chow mein, chicken and veggies over rice, or the small plate attraction of dim sum.

For spicy dishes, you’ll want to pair sweet with heat, so opt for a wine with a little residual sugar to tame the spicey flare of say Szechuan sauce, such as Gewürztraminer or German Riesling. Similarly with Kung Pao Chicken opt for an off-dry white such as Riesling or Asti Spumante or a fruit-forward, low-tannin red like Gamay from Beaujolais. For fried fare – think chow mein or egg rolls, check out the fat-blasting bubbles and snappy acidity of a sparkling wine like Cava or Prosecco. Going for gold with Peking Duck and aromatic hoisin sauce? Reach for the fresh and fruity lines of Beaujolais or lighter styles of Pinot Noir to handle the dense protein structure of the duck and the splash of tangy hoisin sauce. For dishes that lean heavier into well-seasoned red meat, a sparkling Lambrusco can carry the protein, fat and seasoning profile remarkably well.

Miso and umami rich broths, or heavier fish will work well with a more textured white wine, like a very lightly oaked Chardonnay, or a softer, less tannic red like Pinot Noir. For sushi or sashimi, opt for crisp, high-acid white wines like Sauvignon Blanc or unoaked Chardonnay.

Top Tips for Pairing Wine with Japanese Fare:

From tasty beef udon to sashimi and sushi, or teriyaki to a variety of fresh vegetable and chicken hot pots or stir fries, there’s plenty happening with regard to sauces, herbs and umami flavour landscapes in Japanese fare. For raw fish dishes, sushi or tempura, sparkling wines like Champagne, Prosecco or Cava are proven partners thanks to their decent acidity, lower alcohol, and palate cleansing bubbles. For grilled beef teriyaki, opt for a medium bodied Merlot with plenty of fruit, malleable tannins and moderate alcohol. Sushi in general also pairs synergistically with an off-dry Riesling, which handles everything from ginger accents to wasabi heat. Beef udon is a delicate dish with simple flavours and works extraordinarily well with the fresh, fruit-forward face of New World Pinot Noir.

Top Tips for Pairing Wine with Indian Fare:

Known for its robust flavours and intense medley of spices, Indian cuisine offers a wonderfully diverse flavour profile. Thanks to India’s expansive geography, there are many microclimates for growing a wide variety of spices and discovering regional flavours. These dishes may showcase exotic spices that exude heat, or they may bring a dynamic balance of sweet and heat as is the case

sauce profiles. Typically, wines with lower alcohol levels and moderate acidity levels will be the most versatile with these dishes. For example, for dishes like samosas or matar paneer a bright and citrusy New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc slices through the spicy potato filling or creamy curry over peas. Once again Gewürztraminer and off-dry Riesling will be an easy go-to pour for most of the

with Malai Tikka. Often when people think of Indian fare, they go straight to curry. For plain curry, nothing beats Gewürztraminer. Indian cuisine is complex and typically calls for a wine that brings more simplicity to the dish. Less layers of complexity and oak with more fruit tends to be the name of the game for pairing with Indian fare.

A variety of sauces, ranging from light to heavier cream-based or tomato-based to fresh herbs, there’s plenty to consider when choosing a wine to cover the

sweet heat of Indian dishes, but when you are ready to dig into food with warmer spice like cumin, coriander or anise, then opt for Chenin Blanc or Vouvray. Keep in mind, that fruit and residual sugar work in tandem to tone down the heat of a dish. For red wines, they must be lower in alcohol and tannins or the wine will turn up the heat in the dish. Again, consider Beaujolais and Pinot Noir or an easy going rosé for versatile red wine options. With the heartier braised lamb recipes, opt for a fruit-forward, somewhat rustic red Rhone style blend.

Five

“Go To”

Wines Styles to Consider for Chinese, Japanese or Indian Food Pairings:

• Off-dry and Aromatic Whites: Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Viognier

• Sparkling Wines: Cava, Prosecco, Lambrusco

• Fruity Reds: Gamay, Pinot Noir, Lambrusco

Light Up the Moment

DISCOVER WINE WORLD’S NEW CIGAR SELECTION

Wine World is excited to introduce a new collection of premium cigars, expanding our portfolio to enhance your moments of relaxation, celebration, and fine pairing.

The world of cigars is rich in tradition, craftsmanship, and quiet ritual. Each cigar is a hand-rolled work of art, crafted from carefully aged and fermented tobacco leaves. The wrapper, binder, and filler all contribute to its unique flavour profile (earthy, peppery, sweet or woody) inviting you to slow down and savour.

Perfect Pairings

Pairing cigars with wine or spirits transforms the experience into a sensory journey. Enjoy a creamy Connecticut-wrapped cigar with a glass of Chardonnay or Prosecco to highlight delicate notes. A robust Maduro pairs beautifully with bold reds such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec, while a glass of Tawny Port or aged rum can draw out sweet, nutty tobacco flavours. For whisky lovers, a smooth bourbon or aged Scotch echoes the cigar’s earthy, spicy tones.

How to Choose Your Cigar

If you are new to cigars, start with mild to mediumbodied options that offer creamy, subtle notes. Check for a firm, consistent feel and don’t hesitate to ask our team for recommendations to match your palate and occasion.

The Wine World Cigar Experience

Our carefully curated cigar range offers something for both aficionados and the curious explorer, conveniently available across Wine World locations. Whether enjoying a quiet evening, toasting a milestone, or pairing with your favourite wine, our cigars set the stage for refined relaxation.

The Art of the Modern Mocktail

WHERE SOPHISTICATION MEETS BALANCE

Once considered a sidekick to spirits, the humble mocktail has stepped into the spotlight. Driven by wellness trends, mindful drinking, and a growing desire for inclusivity, non-alcoholic cocktails have become a celebration of craft and creativity.

Today, they’re as stylish and satisfying as any classic martini , proof that sophistication doesn’t need spirits. What began as a quiet shift in habits has evolved into an art form.

Across the world, bars, restaurants, and home hosts are embracing the rise of the “zero-proof” lifestyle. It’s not about abstaining; it’s about elevating. Presentation, balance, aroma, and texture take centre stage, each sip crafted to be as memorable as it is refreshing.

The result? Drinks that are bold, vibrant, and unapologetically chic.

At Wine World, we believe every guest deserves a beautiful glass in hand, whether they drink or not. That’s why we love Finest Call, a trusted name behind some of the world’s most vibrant and delicious mixers, purees, and syrups.

With flavours like Mango, Passion Fruit, Strawberry, Raspberry, and Peach, the possibilities are endless. These premium ingredients make it easy to create Instagramworthy mocktails bursting with colour and natural fruit character.

Tropical Daydream

A creamy, refreshing escape in a glass.

Ingredients

- 2 oz Finest Call Piña Colada Mix

- 1 oz Finest Call Mango Puree

- 1 oz coconut milk

- ½ oz fresh lime juice

- Ice

Method

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.

2. Pour into a chilled glass and garnish with a pineapple wedge.

Raise Your Glass

Sunset Spark

Bright, fruity, and irresistibly eye-catching.

Ingredients

- 1 oz Finest Call Passion Fruit Puree

- ½ oz Finest Call Grenadine Syrup

- ½ oz Finest Call Sweet & Sour Mix

- Sparkling water

Method

1. Build over ice in a tall glass, layering grenadine last for a radiant sunset effect.

2. Garnish with orange slices or watermelon balls.

Raspberry Whisper

A sophisticated berry delight with a whisper of tartness.

Ingredients

- 2 oz Finest Call Raspberry Mix

- 1 oz Finest Call Peach Puree

- ½ oz lemon juice

- Splash of soda water

Method

1. Shake all ingredients (except soda) with ice.

2. Strain into a coupe and top with soda.

3. Garnish with raspberries or mint.

Mocktails aren’t about what’s missing, they’re about what’s possible. With Finest Call and a dash of imagination, you can create something dazzling for every occasion. These chic, spirit-free sips invite you to celebrate flavour, colour, and creativity ...one elegant glass at a time.

Q & A WITH THE OWNER OF

Dinah’s Bar & Café, BATHSHEBA

Dinah’s Bar & Cafe has become a landmark on the East Coast.

How long have you been serving guests here in Bathsheba?

We’ve been proudly welcoming guests for thirty-nine years. This coming November 2025 will mark a very special milestone: our 40th anniversary at our beachfront location in Bathsheba, St. Joseph.

Who is the woman behind Dinah’s Bar & Cafe?

I like to say I’m the hardest-working woman in the food and beverage industry. My motto is, “I’m in it to win it!” I’m a humble, passionate, and grateful person who truly loves what I do. I was born in Sherbourne, St. John, where my family roots run deep across the east of Barbados. My hospitality journey began as a telephone operator at Sam Lord’s Castle Hotel, then at Almond Beach Hotel, where I kept learning and growing. Eventually, I felt called

Adinah Guanbhez (owner of Dinah’s Bar & Cafe)

to do more and to bring joy through food. Dinah’s started as a small side business serving sandwiches and light lunches, and it grew into what we are today.

What first inspired your love of cooking?

From the age of 14, I knew food was my calling. Cooking has always been my passion. There’s nothing more fulfilling than creating dishes that bring people joy.

When you think about the future, what’s your vision for Dinah’s?

The sky is the limit. We’re preparing to bring a fresh vibe to the east coast with our new Friday After-Work Limes. Think an “Oistins on a Friday night” feel: great music, delicious food, and refreshing drinks, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Bathsheba. It’s about good energy, community, and unforgettable experiences.

What can visitors expect in terms of opening hours and atmosphere?

We’re open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays, and until 7:30 p.m. on weekends. Our Friday AfterWork Limes go “until the last guest leaves.” It’s always about great food, welcoming vibes, and warm hospitality.

When are your busiest days, and why do you think that is?

Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays tend to be the busiest. We cater to six tour companies that bring guests to experience our cuisine, and our loyal local clientele loves joining us, especially for Sunday lunch.

As a businesswoman, what lessons have shaped your success?

“If you fail to prepare, prepare to fail.” Preparation is everything. It’s the foundation of success. I also believe that what you put in is what you get out. Dinah’s has grown because of the effort, time, and discipline I’ve invested. You can’t expect full-time results from parttime effort.

Which dishes have become true guest favourites? Two dishes top the list.

Our signature Creole Shrimp features plump shrimp simmered in a rich Creole sauce, served with fragrant Calypso Rice and a fresh garden salad.

The crowd’s all-time favourite, Stewed Oxtail, is slowcooked until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender and paired with Rice & Peas or creamy Macaroni Pie, salad, and coleslaw.

These aren’t just meals. They’re the flavours that keep guests coming back for more.

Looking back, what makes you most proud?

My proudest moment isn’t just one occasion. It’s knowing I’ve built a legacy. Seeing my children and grandchildren walk through these doors, supporting me and carrying the vision forward, fills me with pride. Dinah’s is a true family effort, and that’s what makes it so special.

From your perspective, what qualities make a great restaurant owner?

You have to genuinely care about people. At Dinah’s, we believe that when you put people first, everything else follows. Whether it’s a warm greeting, remembering a name, or preparing someone’s favourite dish just right, it’s the small details that make guests feel like family.

In your words, what makes Dinah’s a place people love to return to?

It’s simple: delicious food prepared with love and gracious hospitality. People come for more than a meal; they come for connection, a welcoming atmosphere, and that special sense of home. Every dish is made with care, and every guest is treated like family. That’s the heart of Dinah’s.

SUNSET CREST

Meet The Team

Duane Collymore Store Manager

WSET Level 2 Wines & Spirits

SPRING GARDEN

Keegan Smith Logistics Manager

WSET Level 2 Wines & Spirits

Nicola Harvey Store Supervisor

Winston Drakes Store Manager

Events Coordinator

WSET Level 2 Wines & Spirits

Grifﬁth Store Manager

WSET Level 2 Wines & Spirits

WSET Level 2 Wines

SPRING GARDEN

Simone Babb Store Supervisor

WSET Level 2 Wines

MULTI-STORE

Benjamin Selman Supervi

WSET Level 2 Wines

WSET Level 2 Wines & Spirits

WILDEY

Latoya

Rumaine Brown Store Supervisor

Tiffanique Yarde Store Supervisor

Price List

2025/2026

Pricing Policy

You will note we list a single and a twelve bottle price, our single bottle price is our standard retail price. However, if you purchase 12 bottles assorted alcoholic beverages 70 cl and greater in size, a 20% discount will apply and 10% on 6 bottles.

Discounts cannot be combined with other specials or offers.

Prices are quoted in Barbados dollars and are Vat Inclusive We continue to experience price fluctuations, as a result, the pricing published should serve as a guide.

Gift Cards

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Delivery Service

We offer free delivery for orders over $250. Orders under $250 can be collected or we can deliver for a fee of $25. We normally require 48 hours within which to make delivery.

Deliveries are made Monday to Friday between 10 am and 5 pm and on Saturdays to 2 pm.

Wine Rating Scale

D Decanter

IWC International Wine Challenge

NM Natalie MacLean

TA Tim Atkin

WE Wine Enthusiast

WW Wilfred Wong

FS FalStaff

JS James Suckling

RP Robert Parker

TP Tasting Panel

WS Wine Spectator

W&S Wine & Spirits

For the most updated pricing, check online at www.wineworldinc.com

Champagne

Brut Non-Vintage

SN100

SB450

SA181 Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve (Gift Box)

SA110

Blanc de Blancs

SA192 Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs n.v.

SJ118 Perrier-Jouët Blanc de Blancs n.v.

SA248 Ruinart Blanc de Blancs n.v.

SA120 Pol Roger Blanc de Blancs 2016 (Gift Box)

Ice Non-Vintage

SD120 Moët & Chandon Imperial

Riviera

Brut Vintage SF100 Dom Perignon Cuvée Brut 2013

SA115 Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Vintage Brut 2018 (Gift Box)

SA215 Piper-Heidsieck Brut 2014

93 SA212 Rare Millésime 2013 (Gift Box)

Rosé

SA186 Charles Heidsieck Rosé Réserve n.v. (Gift Box)

SL100 Laurent Perrier Cuvée Rosé Brut n.v.

SD105 Moët & Chandon Imperial Rosé n.v.

SA210 Piper-Heidsieck Rosé Sauvage Brut n.v.

SA114 Pol Roger Brut Rosé 2018 (Gift Box)

SA219 Rare Millésime 2014 (Gift Box)

SB112 Veuve Clicquot Rosé Brut n.v.

* on request

Sparkling Wine

FRANCE

TF500 Veuve Ambal Crémant de Bourgogne Grande Cuvée Brut

TF419 Veuve du Vernay Ice Rosé Thermosensible

TF432 Veuve du Vernay Brut Rosé (limited edition)

UNITED

TG200 Chapel Down Rosé

SPAIN TC145 Platino Pink Moscato

Cava

TC108 Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut

TC130 Jaume Serra Brut

TC140 Jaume Serra Rosado Brut

D 92

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Sparkling

Sparkling Wine

Code Product Regular 12 Bottle

ITALY

TA060 Ca’ del Bosco Cuvée Prestige Franciacorta Brut D.O.C.G.

TA212 Cavicchioli 1928 Moscato Spumante

TA214

1928 Rosé Spumante

TA018 Santa Margherita Brut Rosé

TA250 Santero Moscato Spumante Dolce

TA249 Santero Moscato d’Asti D.O.C.G. 2023

TA512 Verdi Mango Sparkletini

TA576 Verdi Rosa Spumante

TA500 Verdi Spumante

TA520 Verdi Raspberry Sparkletini

TA535 Verdi Strawberry Sparkletini

Prosecco

TA130 Villa Loren Prosecco D.O.C.

TC210 Da Luca Prosecco D.O.C.

TA125 Soligo Prosecco D.O.C. Treviso Brut

TA120 Soligo Col de Mez Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G.

TA222 Villa Marcello Prosecco D.O.C. Treviso 2022

Torresella Prosecco D.O.C.

TA210 Cavicchioli 1928 Prosecco D.O.C.

TA445 Kylie Minogue Prosecco D.O.C.

TA010 Nino Franco Rustico Prosecco Superiore di Valdobbiadene D.O.C.G.

TA024 Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore di Valdobbiadene D.O.C.G. (Gift Box) (150 cl)

TA020 Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore di Valdobbiadene D.O.C.G.

Prosecco - ROSÉ

TC215 Da Luca Prosecco D.O.C. Rosé 2023

TA450 Kylie Minogue Prosecco D.O.C. Rosé 2024

Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine

FRANCE

TF550 Bel Normande White Grape

TF552 Bel Normande Apple

TF554 Bel Normande Grape & Raspberry

TF556 Bel Normande Apple Rosé

TF434 Veuve du Vernay (Alcohol Removed)

TA454 Kylie Minogue Sparkling White

TA452 Kylie Minogue Sparkling Rosé

ITALY

TA580 Toselli Spumante

TA585 Toselli Red Spumante

TA240 Santero Vin Up Analcolico Bellini Moscato 19.95 15.95

SOUTH AFRICA

TB501 Chamdor White

TB506 Chamdor Red

TB511 Chamdor Peach

Non-Alcoholic Still Wine

SPAIN

USA

CALIFORNIA - WHITE

Ménage à Trois Exotic Blend 2022/2023

UE670 Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc + Viognier 2023

UE1094 Imagery Chardonnay

UE2012 Beringer Main & Vine Pinot Grigio n.v.

UE583 Josh Cellars Seaswept Sauvignon Blanc/Pinot Grigio 2024

Monterey County

UE1310 J. Lohr Estates Arroyo Seco Riverstone Chardonnay 2023

Napa Valley UE765 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars ‘Karia’ Chardonnay 2023

Sonoma

UE594 Folie à Deux Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2022/2023

Clarksburg

UE1600 Bogle Chenin Blanc 2023

WASHINGTON STATE - WHITE

Columbia Valley

UE693 Seven Hills Winery Columbia Valley Sauvignon Blanc

UE999 Cupcake Vineyards Riesling 2023/2024

UE707 Château Ste. Michelle Riesling 2022

OREGON - WHITE

Willamette

CALIFORNIA -

Monterey

UE1320 J. Lohr Falcon’s Perch Pinot Noir 2023

CALIFORNIA - RED cont’d

Paso Robles

UE1316

Napa

Sonoma

Walla Walla Valley

Willamette Valley

WHITE Central Valley

UD720 Tagua Tagua Chardonnay 2024

UD550 Santa Rita 3 Tres Medallas Chardonnay 2024

UD542 Santa Rita 120 Reserva Especial Chardonnay 2024

UD722 Tagua Tagua Sauvignon Blanc 2024

UD551 Santa Rita 3 Tres Medallas Sauvignon Blanc 2024/2025

UD540 Santa Rita 120 Reserva Especial Sauvignon Blanc 2024/2025

Aconcagua Valley

UD940 Errázuriz Estate Reserva Chardonnay 2023

UD942 Errázuriz Estate Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2024

Colchagua Valley

UD282 Los Vascos Sauvignon Blanc 2024

Rapel Valley

UD090 Lapostolle Grand Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2023/2024

UD724 Tagua Tagua Cabernet Sauvignon 2023/2024

UD555 Santa Rita 3 Tres Medallas Cabernet Sauvignon 2023/2024

UD500

UD726 Tagua Tagua Merlot 2023/2024

UD553 Santa Rita 3 Tres Medallas Merlot 2023/2024

UD530 Santa Rita 120 Reserva Especial Merlot 2023/2024

Aconcagua Valley

UD937 Errázuriz Estate Reserva Cabernet

Colchagua Valley

UD284 Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

UD096 Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Cabernet Sauvignon 2021/2022

UD092

Rapel

Apalta Valley

UD094 Lapostolle Grand Selection Merlot 2022/2023

Maipo Valley

UD575 Santa Rita Estate Bottled Triple C (Bordeaux Blend) 2021

UD502 Santa Rita Cabernet Sauvignon ‘Medalla Real’ Gran Reserva 2023

ROSÉ

Central Valley

UD728 Tagua Tagua Rosé de Merlot 2024

30.36 JS

Argentina

Code Product Regular 12 Bottle

WHITE

Mendoza

UB610 Alamos Chardonnay 2024

UB618 Catena High Mountain Vines Chardonnay 2024

Valle de Uco

UB420 El Enemigo Chardonnay 2023

RED

Mendoza UB424 El Enemigo Cabernet Franc 2020/2021

UB612 Alamos Cabernet Sauvignon 2024

UB834 Antigal Uno Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

UB620 Catena High Mountain Vines Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

UB614 Alamos Malbec 2024

UB648 Alamos Malbec Seleccion 2023

UB958 Doña Paula Estate High Altitude Malbec 2023

Antigal Uno Malbec 2022

UB622 Catena High Mountain Vines Malbec 2022/2023

UB628 Catena Alta Historic Rows Malbec 2021/2022

Catena Zapata Nacasia Malbec 2021

UB629 Catena Zapata Argentino Malbec 2022

UB652 Catena Zapata Birth of Cabernet 2021

UB631 Nicolas Catena Zapata (Cabernet Sauvignon/Malbec) 2021

Ugarteche

UB582 La Posta Angel Paulucci Malbec 2023

Valle de Uco

UB412 WhataboutMe? Malbec 2022

UB580 La Posta Pizella Family Malbec 2023

UB584 La Posta Domingo Fazzio Malbec 2023

UB410 Alpasión Malbec 2022

UB422 El Enemigo Malbec 2021

UB676 Luca Old Vines Malbec 2022

UB414 Alpasión Grand Pinot Noir 2022

ROSÉ Mendoza

UB838 Antigal Uno Rosé 2023

New Zealand

WHITE

South Island UO925 Dusky Sounds Sauvignon Blanc

Hawke’s Bay

Marlborough

Mud House Sauvignon Blanc 2023/2024

Adelaide

South Australia

South

McClaren Vale

Coonawarra

South Africa

US276 Flagstone Noon Gun Chenin/Sauvignon Blanc/Viognier 2024

US960 Coterie by Wildeberg Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc Coastal Region 2022

US758 Fleur du Cap Essence du Cap Chenin Blanc 2023

US846 Obikwa Chardonnay 2024

US842 Obikwa Sauvignon Blanc 2024

US270 Flagstone Poetry Sauvignon Blanc 2024

US611 Two Oceans Sauvignon Blanc 2024

US141 Nederburg The Winemasters Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2024

US845 Obikwa Moscato 2024

US844 Obikwa Pinot Grigio 2024

US616 Two Oceans Pinot Grigio 2024

US868 Obikwa Sweet Red n.v.

US280 Flagstone Longitude Shiraz/Cabernet/Merlot 2023

US286 Flagstone Dragon Tree Cape Blend 2021

US962 Coterie by Wildeberg Cabernet Franc, Malbec Coastal Region 2023

US861 Obikwa Cabernet Sauvignon 2024 24.48 19.58

US101 Nederburg The Winemasters Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 34.99 27.99

US292

US857

Merlot 2024

US859 Obikwa Shiraz 2023/2024

US603 Two Oceans Pinotage 2022

US776 Fleur du Cap Essence du Cap Pinotage 2020

US296 Flagstone Writer’s Block Pinotage 2021

ROSÉ

US964 Coterie by Wildeberg Cinsault Rosé

Spain

Code Product Regular 12 Bottle Price Special*

WHITE Penedès

UF530 Torres Gran Viña Sol Chardonnay D.O. 2023/2024

Rías Baixas

UF070 Pontellón Albariño D.O. 2023

UF256 Santiago Ruíz Albariño D.O. 2024

UF080 Martin Codax Albariño D.O. 2023/2024

Rueda

UF206 Beronia Verdejo D.O. 2024

RED Jumilla

UF660 Camino de Seda D.O. 2024

Penedès

UF520 Torres Sangre de Toro D.O. 2023

UF555 Torres Gran Coronas Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon D.O. 2021

Catalunya

UF510 Torres Coronas Tempranillo D.O. 2021

Priorat

UF525 Torres Salmos Porrera Vi de Vila D.O.Ca. 2020

Rioja

UF254 Lan Crianza D.O.Ca. 2021

UF204 Beronia Crianza D.O.Ca. 2021

UF515 Torres Altos Ibericos Crianza D.O.Ca. 2021

UF300 Marqués de Riscal Reserva D.O.Ca. 2020

UF202 Beronia Reserva D.O.Ca. 2020

UF250 Lan Gran Reserva D.O.Ca. 2017

Ribera Del Duero

D 94

UF596 Pago del Cielo Celeste Crianza D.O. 2021 - Familia Torres 64.99 51.99 D 88

Germany

WHITE Mosel

UB060 Nik Weis Urban Riesling Qualitätswein 2023

UB150 Peter Lauer Riesling Kabinett Prädikatswein 2023

UB152 Barrel X by Peter Lauer Riesling Qualitätswein 2023

UB062 Nik Weis St. Urbans-Hof Estate Bottled Old Vines Riesling VDP Gutswein 2023

ROSÉ Mosel - Saar

UB066 Nik Weis Pinot Noir Rosé 2023

FS 91

UI202 Aveleda Fonte Vinho Verde D.O.C. 2024

UI050 Vila Nova Arinto Vinho Verde 2024

UI052 Vila Nova Loureiro Vinho Verde 2024

UI222 Vale D. Maria Douro Superior D.O.C. 2022

UI120 Vinha do Fava Touriga Nacional Península de Setúbal 2023

UI310 Silk & Spice Red Blend 2022

UI300 Mateus The Original Rosé n.v.

Italy

WHITE Campania

UC920 Feudi di San Gregorio Fiano di Avellino D.O.C.G 2023

Veneto

UC203 Fiordaliso Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie D.O.C. 2024

UC581 Mezzacorona Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie D.O.C. 2024

UC080 Domini Veneti Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie D.O.C. 2024

UC266 Torresella Pinot Grigio Venezia D.O.C. 2024

UC166 Bolla Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie D.O.C. 2024

UC557 Masi Masianco Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie D.O.C. 2024

UC082 Le Preare Soave D.O.C. 2023

UC084 Domini Veneti Garganega Marco Polo I.G.T. 2024

UC578 Mezzacorona Sauvignon Blanc Vigneti delle Dolomiti I.G.T. 2024 33.99

Tuscany

UC292 Sassoregale Vermentino Maremma Toscana D.O.C. 2024

UC326 Volpaia Vermentino Maremma Toscana D.O.C. 2024

Umbria

UC394 Bigi Orvieto Classico Amabile D.O.C. 2024

UC890 Cecchi Orvieto Classico D.O.C. 2024

Valdadige

UC070 Barone Fini Pinot Grigio D.O.C. 2024

UE1062 Chloe Pinot Grigio D.O.C 2023

UC240 Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio D.O.C. 2024

Italy

Code Product Regular 12 Bottle

WHITE cont’d Marches

UC503 CaSal di Serra Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore D.O.C. 2023

UC502 Villa Bianchi Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico D.O.C. 2023/2024

Piedmont

UC780 Beni di Batasiolo Gavi D.O.C.G. 2023/2024

UC542 La Scolca White Label Gavi D.O.C.G. 2024

UC544 La Scolca Black Label Gavi dei Gavi D.O.C.G. 2023

UC824 La Marenca Moscato d’Asti D.O.C.G. 2024

UC822 Miravento Moscato d’Asti D.O.C.G. 2024

UC782 Beni di Batasiolo Bosc dla Rei Moscato d’Asti D.O.C.G. 2024

Campania

UC932 Feudi di San Gregorio Falanghina del Sannio D.O.C. 2023

Sicily

UC586 Anterra Pinot Grigio Terre Siciliane I.G.T. 2024

UC020 Planeta La Segreta Bianco Sicilia D.O.C. 2024

UC015 Planeta Chardonnay Sicilia Menfi D.O.C. 2022

RED

UC742 Gordon Ramsay Intenso Rosso 2021

Emilia Romagna

UC565 Moma Sangiovese Cabernet Sauvignon Rubicone I.G.T. 2022

UC566 Laurento Sangiovese Riserva D.O.C. 2020

UC568 Tauleto Sangiovese Rubicone I.G.T. 2018

Veneto

UC140 Bolla Valpolicella Classico D.O.C. 2023

UC086 Domìni Veneti Valpolicella D.O.C. Classico Superiore 2022

UC954 Tedeschi Lucchine Valpolicella D.O.C. 2023

UC952 Tedeschi Capitel San Rocco Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore D.O.C. 2021

UC090 Domìni Veneti Amarone della Valpolicella Classico D.O.C.G. 2021

UC147 Bolla Amarone della Valpolicella Classico D.O.C.G. 2019

UC950 Tedeschi Marne 180 Amarone della Valpolicella D.O.C.G. 2021

UC554 Masi Costasera Amarone della Valpolicella Classico D.O.C.G. 2020

UC080 Domìni Veneti Passito Marco Polo I.G.T. 2024

JS 92

JS 88

JS 93

JS 94

UC552 Masi Brolo Campofiorin Oro Rosso I.G.T. 2021 75.99 60.79 JS 94

UC865 Monte del Frà Bardolino D.O.C. 2024

30.39 JS 90

Italy

Code Product Regular 12 Bottle Price Special*

RED cont’d Tuscany

UC660 Il Palagio Sister Moon I.G.T. 2020

UC375 Selvapiana Chianti Rufina D.O.C.G. 2023

UC894 Cecchi Chianti D.O.C.G. 2024

UC790 Collezione di Pablo Chianti D.O.C.G. 2022/2023

UC664 Il Palagio When We Dance Chianti D.O.C.G. 2023

UC895 Cecchi Storia de Famiglia Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. 2023

UC792 Collezione di Pablo Chianti Riserva D.O.C.G. 2021

UC322 Volpaia Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. 2022

UC496 Fonterutoli Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. 2022 - Mazzei

UC497 Ser Lepo Chianti Classico Riserva D.O.C.G. 2019 - Mazzei

UC324 Volpaia Chianti Classico Riserva D.O.C.G. 2024

UC632 Casanova di Neri Rosso di Montalcino D.O.C. 2023

UC634 Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino D.O.C.G 2019/2020

Abruzzi

UC505 Umani Ronchi ‘Podere’ Montepulciano d’Abruzzo D.O.C. 2023/2024

Puglia

UC794 Pillastro Primitivo Salento I.G.T. 2022

UC186 Castello Monaci Pilùna Primitivo Salento I.G.T. 2023

UC924 Feudi di San Gregorio Primitivo di Manduria D.O.C. 2022

Piedmont

UC776 Beni di Batasiolo Barbera d’Alba D.O.C. 2023

UC770 Beni di Batasiolo Barolo D.O.C.G. 2020

Sicily

UC035 Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria D.O.C.G. 2022

UC037 Planeta Plumbago Nero d’Avola Sicilia Menfi D.O.C. 2022

UC492 Zisola Noto Nero d’Avola D.O.C. 2021 - Mazzei

UC588 Stemmari Pinot Noir Sicilia D.O.C. 2022/2023

ROSÉ

UC744 Gordon Ramsay Elegante Rosato 2022

UC606 Lamberti Pinot Grigio Blush delle Venezie D.O.C. 2024

JS 90

FS 91

UC866 Monte del Frà Chiaretto di Bardolino D.O.C. 2024 37.99 30.39 JS 91

Trevenezie

UC244 Santa Margherita Rosé I.G.T. 2023/2024

Trentino

UC582 Mezzacorona Estate Bottled Delisa Pinot Grigio 2022/2023 33.99

Vin De France - WHITE

UA732 Lamothe Parrot Original Classic White n.v.

UM396 Gérard Bertrand Orange Gold 2024

Vin De France - RED

UA729 Lamothe Parrot Original Classic Red n.v.

Scarlett Dark 2023

Vin De France - ROSÉ

UA735 Lamothe Parrot Original Classic Rosé n.v.

UH558 La Belle Angèle Rosé 2024

UA430 Kylie Minogue Rosé 2024

Pays d’Oc I.G.P. - WHITE

UA370 Le Fat Bastard Chardonnay 2023

UH562 Les Jamelles Pinot Gris 2023

UH578 Les Jamelles Vin Orange 2022

UA432 Kylie Minogue Sauvignon Blanc 2023

UA372 Le Fat Bastard Sauvignon Blanc 2023

UH560 Les Jamelles Sauvignon Blanc 2023

UH565 Les Jamelles Viognier 2023

Pays d’Oc I.G.P. - RED

UA360 Cabalié Cuvée Vieilles Vignes 2023

UA374 Le Fat Bastard Cabernet Sauvignon 2023/2024

UH570 Les Jamelles Merlot 2023

UH556 La Belle Angèle Pinot Noir 2023

UA362 Le Champ des Etoiles Pinot Noir 2024

UH572 Les Jamelles Pinot Noir 2023

Pays d’Oc I.G.P. - ROSÉ

UA390 Domaine de Pellehaut Côtes de Gascogne Rosé 2024

UA639 St. Sagnol Méditerranée Rosé 2023/2024

UR395 Studio by Miraval Méditerranée Rosé 2024

UA382 Le Fat Bastard Rosé 2023

UM481 Le Bijou de Sophie Valrose Coteaux de Béziers Rosé 2024 (150cl)

UM480 Le Bijou de Sophie Valrose Coteaux de Béziers Rosé 2024

UM654 Mirabeau Forever Summer Rosé 2024

UM380 Gérard Bertrand Gris Blanc 2024

Languedoc - WHITE

UM398 Gérard Bertrand A.O.P. Picpoul de Pinet 2023

Languedoc - RED

UM390 Gérard Bertrand Kosmos 888 Red Blend 2021

UM392 Château l’ Hospitalet Grand Vin A.O.P. La Clape 2021/2022

Languedoc - ROSÉ

UM384 Gérard Bertrand Côte des Roses Rosé 2024

UM378 Gérard Bertrand Clos du Temple Rosé 2022

JS 92

WE 93

France

Code Product Regular 12 Bottle Price Special*

Bordeaux - RED cont’d St. Émilion

UA628 Château La Croix Montlabert Grand Cru 2019

UA644 Petit Cantenac Grand Cru 2020

UA282 Château Teyssier Grand Cru 2020

UA528 Château Chauvin Grand Cru Classé 2019

UA645 Clos Cantenac Grand Cru 2020

UA526 Château Faugères Grand Cru Classé 2019

UA537 Château Pavie Macquin 1er Grand Cru Classé 2021

UA555 Château La-Gaffelière 1er Grand Cru Classé 2016

UA128 Château Clos Fourtet 1er Grand Cru Classé 2017

UA292 Château Figeac 1er Grand Cru Classé 2017

Montagne St. Émilion

UA524 Château Notre Dame Cuvée du Moulin 2019

UA310 Château Bechereau 2020

Médoc

UA203 Château Laujac Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel 2020

Moulis en Médoc

UA454 Château Branas Grand Poujeaux Cru Bourgeois

Château Chasse-Spleen Cru Bourgeois

Haut Médoc

UA313 Château Haut Beyzac Cru Bourgeois 2020

UA324 Château Beaumont Cru Bourgeois Supérieur 2021

UA318 Château Cambon la Pelouse Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel 2018

UA541 Château Citran Cru Bourgeois 2019

UA326 Château Clément Pichon Cru Bourgeois Supérieur 2020

UA491 Château de Camensac 5ème Grand Cru Classé 2018

UA181 Château Sociando Mallet 2017

UA580 Château Cantemerle 5ème Grand Cru Classé 2016

UA574 Château La Tour Carnet 4ème Grand Cru Classé 2019

UA316 Château Malescasse Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel 2020

UA328 Château Belgrave 5ème Grand Cru Classé 2018

St. Estèphe

UA197 Château Lilian Ladouys Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel 2018/2022

UA496 Château Tronquoy Lalande Exceptionnel 2018

UA944 Château Meyney Cru Bourgeois 2019

UA936 Château Ormes de Pez Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel 2020

UA934 Château Le Crock Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel 2018

UA935 Château Ormes de Pez Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel 2017

UA938 Château Lafon Rochet 4ème Grand Cru Classé 2018

UA145 Château Haut-Marbuzet Cru Bourgeois 2018

UA931 Château Calon-Ségur 3ème Cru Classé 2017

UA250 Château Cos d’Estournel 2ème Cru Classé 2018

UA925 Château Montrose 2ème Cru Classé 2018

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JS 93

D 93

WE 94

D 95

D 98

France

Bordeaux - RED cont’d

Pessac-Léognan

UA520 Château Bouscaut Grand Cru Classé 2020

UA246 Château Latour-Martillac Grand Cru Classé 2019

UA462 Château Brown 2018

UA464 Château Olivier Grand Cru Classé 2019

UA176 Château Pape Clement Grand Cru Classé 2017

UA162 Château Haut-Bailly Grand Cru Classé 2019

UA163 Château Haut-Bailly Grand Cru Classé 2017

UA237 Château Smith Haut Lafitte Grand Cru Classé 2018

UA149 Château Les Carmes Haut Brion 2018

UA148 Château Les Carmes Haut Brion 2017

UA160 Château La Mission Haut Brion Grand Cru Classé 2016

Graves

UA482 Château Trébiac 2019

Château Guillon 2021

UA460 Château Crabitey 2019

Burgundy - WHITE

UH580 Edouard Delaunay Septembre Chardonnay A.C. Bourgogne 2021

UM100 Joseph Drouhin Laforêt Chardonnay A.C. Bourgogne 2022/2023

Côte de Beaune

UM152 Joseph Drouhin Côte de Beaune 2023

UM107 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Meursault 2022/2023

UH588 Edouard Delaunay A.C. Meursault Le Village 2021

UM088 Maison Roche de Bellene A.C. Puligny-Montrachet 2020

UM116 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Puligny-Montrachet 2022

UM120 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Puligny-Montrachet Folatières 1er Cru 2022

UM260 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Beaune Clos des Mouches 1er Cru 2021

UM161 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Chassagne-Montrachet 2023

UH594 Edouard Delaunay A.C. Chassagne-Montrachet Le Village 2022

Chablis

UH322 William Fèvre A.C. Petit Chablis 2023

UM110 Drouhin Vaudon A.C. Chablis 2023

UH750 Albert Bichot A.C. Chablis 2023

UH584 Gruhier & Delaunay Grand Calaire A.O.C. Chablis 2022/2023

UH320 William Fèvre A.C. Chablis 2023

UH754 Albert Bichot Dme.Long-Depaquit A.C. Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2022

UH316 William Fèvre A.C. Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume 2022

UH315 William Fèvre A.C. Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre 2022

UH752 Albert Bichot Dme. Long-Depaquit A.C. Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2022

UM115 Drouhin Vaudon A.C. Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir 2023

JS 94

JS 88

NM 90

99.19 CC 92

WA 93

D 94

CC 95

WE 94

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France

Burgundy - WHITE Mâconnais

UM156 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Mâcon-Villages 2022/2023

UH347 Cave de Lugny A.O.C. Mâcon Lugny St. Pierre 2022

UM143 Joseph Drouhin A.C. St. Véran 2022

UH756 Albert Bichot A.C. St. Véran 2021

UM140 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Pouilly Fuissé 2022

Côte Chalonnaise

UM265 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Rully 2022/2023

Burgundy - RED

UH582 Edouard Delaunay Septembre Pinot Noir A.C. Bourgogne 2022

UM241 Joseph Drouhin Laforêt Pinot Noir A.C. Bourgogne 2022

Côte de Nuits

UM190 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Nuits St. Georges 2023

UH590 Edouard Delauney Vielles Vignes A.C. Gevrey-Chambertin 2019

UM206 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Gevrey-Chambertin 2022

UM144 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Chambolle Musginy 2021

UM080 Domaine Hudelot-Baillet A.C. Chambolle-Musigny Vieilles Vignes 2020/2021

UM082 Maison Roche de Bellene A.C. Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Charmes 2020

Côte de Beaune

UM198 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Pommard 2022

UM182 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Beaune Clos des Mouches 1er Cru 2021

Beaujolais

UH768 Château de Jarnioux A.C. Beaujolais 2023

UH766 Château du Varennes A.C. Beaujolais-Villages 2023

UM136 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Beaujolais-Villages 2022

UM138 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Brouilly 2022

UH762 Albert Bichot A.C. Fleurie La Mondone 2022

UM133 Joseph Drouhin A.C. Fleurie 2021

UH764 Albert Bichot A.C. Morgon Les Charmes 2023

UH760 Albert Bichot Domaine de Rochegrès A.C. Moulin-à-Vent 2022

Côte Chalonnaise

UM270 Jospeh Drouhin A.C. Rully 2022

Code Product Regular 12 Bottle Price Special* France continued ...

WS 91

Code Product

Rhône - RED

UR200 Combes St. Sauveur A.C. Côtes du Rhône 2023

UR105 Paul Jaboulet Aîné A.C. Côtes du Rhône “Parallèle 45” 2023

UR373 Famille Perrin A.C. Côtes du Rhône Villages 2022

UR115 Paul Jaboulet Aîné A.C. Crozes Hermitage “Les Jalets” 2023

UR375 Famille Perrin A.C. Gigondas ‘La Gille’ 2022

UR130 Paul Jaboulet Aîné A.C. Châteauneuf-du-Pape “Les Cèdres” 2022

UR371 Château de Beaucastel A.C. Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2022

Rhône - ROSÉ

UR205 Combes St. Sauveur A.C. Côtes du Rhône 2024

Loire - WHITE

UN305 Famille Bougrier A.C. Sancerre 2023/2024

UH600 Henri Bourgeois A.C. Sancerre 2023/2024

UH506 Pascal Jolivet A.C. Sancerre 2024

UH650 Henri Bourgeois A.C. Pouilly-Fumé Blanc Fumé 2023/2024

UH508 Pascal Jolivet Blanc Fumé A.C. Pouilly-Fumé 2024

UN302 Famille Bougrier A.C. Muscadet Sèvre et Maine 2024

UN310 Famille Bougrier Confidences A.O.P. Touraine Sauvignon Blanc 2023/2024

UN300 Famille Bougrier V Classique A.O.P. Vouvray Demi Sec Chenin Blanc 2023/2024

Loire - ROSÉ

UH670 Henri Bourgeois A.C. Sancerre Pinot Noir Rosé 2023

UN224 Plessis Duval A.C. Rosé d’Anjou 2023/2024

Provence - ROSÉ

UM542 Villa Garrel A.O.C. Côtes de Provence 2023/2024

UM546 M de Minuty A.O.C. Côtes de Provence 2023

UM545 Château Minuty et Or A.O.C. Côtes de Provence 2023

UM643 Mirabeau Classic A.O.C. Côtes de Provence 2024

UM642 Mirabeau Pure A.O.C. Côtes de Provence 2024

UR391 Miraval A.O.C. Côtes de Provence 2024

UR393 Miraval A.O.C. Côtes de Provence 2024

UM588 The Pale by Sacha Lichine Vin de Pays du Var I.G.P. 2024

UM578 Caves d’ Esclans Whispering Angel A.O.C.

Côtes de Provence 2024

UM579 Caves d’ Esclans Whispering Angel A.O.C.

Côtes de Provence 2024 (150 cl)

UM583 Caves d’ Esclans Whispering Angel A.O.C.

Côtes de Provence 2024

UM590 Caves d’ Esclans Rock Angel A.O.C. Côtes de Provence 2022/2023

UM582 Château d’ Esclans A.O.C. Côtes de Provence 2022

UR385 La Vieille Ferme A.O.C. Luberon 2024

JS 92

JS 91

FS 90

Vodka

IG120 Perkins & Sons Sugar Cane Hibiscus Sorrell

IG122 Perkins & Sons Sugar Cane Grapefruit + Lemongrass

IG124 Perkins & Sons Sugar Cane Pineapple

Tanqueray Non Alcoholic

IB250 The Botanist

Brandy

KA260 Remy Martin V.S.O.P.

French Brandy

Falernum Rum Punch

Cachaça

Liqueurs

De Kuyper Cordial Range

Port

Sherry

Fortified Wines

Fruit Infused Wine

Vermouth

Aperitifs

Large Format

Champagne/Sparkling Wine

Wines - France - Provence Rosé

Small Format

Wines

Wines - Rosé

Small Format

Fortified Wines

Beer & Carbonated Beverages

RTD

PD480 White Claw Pack 1 Black Berry, Pineapple, Raspberry, Lime

PD482 White Claw Pack 2 Watermelon, Peach, Lemon, Passion Fruit

CIDER

ENERGY DRINKS

CARBONATED BEVERAGES

Coke, Sprite, Soda, Fanta, Frutee

Canada Dry Ginger Ale, Schweppes Tonic

Angostura Lemon Lime & Bitters (Cans)

Fever Tree Tonic Water (Various Flavours)

OTHER BEVERAGES

BHTWIST Twist Shandy

Smirnoff Ice Black, Green Apple, Red, Guarana

Water

Scotland

France

Juice

Italy

Drink Mixes

Finest Call Puree (Banana, Mango,Passion Fruit, Peach, Watermelon)

Finest Call Puree (Bar & Greandine)

Finest Call Puree (Pina Colada, Raspberry,Strawberry, Sweet & Sour)

WA020 Rosé & Laflamme Grenadine Syrup

WA015 Rosé & Laflamme Simple Syrup

WG270

Bitters

6CD120

6CD130

Glassware

Easy Ordering

Phone

Office: Tel: 434-4305 | Fax: 426-2958

Rockley: Tel: 435-8523

Wildey: Tel: 427-8067

Spring Garden: Tel: 434-4301

Warrens: Tel: 421-9571

Sunset Crest: Tel: 432-7472

Six Roads: Tel: 434-4505

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm Saturday, 9am - 2pm

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm Saturday, 8am - 2pm

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm Saturday, 9am - 2pm

We are happy to assist you with your selection and answer any of your queries.

Please call for seasonal opening hours.

Online Ordering

You can place your orders online. Simply browse our selection and place items into your cart. Once your order is submitted you will be contacted within 24 business hours to confirm availability and delivery arrangements. You may also choose to collect from any store location. Visit us at www.wineworldinc.com to place your order.

Payment

All transactions are on a cash basis to be settled in advance or at time of delivery. We accept VISA, MASTERCARD, and of course cash.

Delivery Service

We offer free delivery for orders over $250. Orders under $250 can be collected or we can deliver for a fee of $25. We normally require 48 hours within which to make delivery. Please specify the date you would like your order delivered.

Deliveries are made Monday to Friday between 10 am and 5 pm and on Saturdays until 2 pm.

Due to the nature of the products we sell, we require that deliveries are signed for by an adult upon receipt. We will not accept instructions to leave the goods at a specific location, however secure, without a signature.

Gift Giving

We offer a free gift wrapping service for orders $500 and over. For orders under $500 there is a fee of $1 per bottle. Gift wrapped orders require 72 hours advance notice.

Gift Cards

Not sure which wine to purchase for a friend? Why not give a Wine World gift card? Gift cards (minimum value $25) along with catalogues are available from all of our stores.

Wine by the Glass Cards

At Rockley & Warrens the Wine by the Glass systems give you an opportunity to sample a wide range of wines.

These cards can be used at either store, do not expire and can be topped up as required.

Pricing Policy

Prices are quoted in Barbados Dollars VAT inclusive, and are subject to change without notice.

Our single bottle price is our standard retail price, However, if you purchase 12 bottles assorted alcoholic beverages 70 cl and greater in size, a 20% discount will apply and 6 bottles, a 10% discount. Note, this discount cannot be combined with other promotional offers.

Wine World Winter Catalogue 2025/26

The Curious Mind Behind Hendrick’s Gin

Welcome

2025/2026

Table Of Contents

Featured Articles

Price List

Locations & Hours

Hello, Sunset Crest!

WE’RE OPEN!

THE CURIOUS MIND BEHIND

Hendrick’s Gin

Meet Lesley Gracie: Master Distiller, Botanical Explorer & Creative Alchemist

A Vision Sparked by Curiosity

Every Drop Has a Story

The Art and Science of Distillation

Beyond the Botanicals

Flavourful Reflections

A Toast with Lesley

Looking Forward

TOP PICKS FOR

Regional Bubbly

Italian Sparkling Wine

Top Picks for Italian Sparkling

Spanish Sparkling Wine

Top Picks for Cava

French Sparkling Wine

Top Pick for Crémant

RIOJA

Spain’s Crown Jewel

About The Region

To Oak or Not to Oak

Selecting and Pairing Rioja Wines

Meat

Poultry

Seafood

Cheese

A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO

Italian Wines

8 Best Italian Reds for Beginners

Barbera

Brachetto

Dolcetto

Nero d’Avola

Montepulciano

Negroamaro

Primitivo

Quick Tips on Italian Wine Labels

CHEF FEATURE

Le Shack

Beyond the Bottle

THE EXPERIENCE OF WINE

Glassware: Elevating Every Pour

Serving Temperature in the Tropics

Understanding Terroir:

AND WHY IT MATTERS

What Makes Terroir?

Top Rated Wines

Sparkling Stars

White Wine Excellence

Red Wine Icons

Rosé Refinement

Caves d’ Esclans Whispering Angel

The Final Pour

Mirabeau Pure

The Rise of Natural Wines:

TREND OR REVOLUTION?

Dessert Wines

Demystified:

WHEN AND HOW TO SERVE THEM

Noble Rot / Botrytis Wines

Late Harvest Wines

Fortified Wines

Ice Wine (Eiswein)

Sparkling Dessert Wines

PAIRING WINES WITH EXCITING ETHNIC CUISINES:

Chinese, Japanese, Indian

Top Tips for Pairing Wine

with Chinese Fare

Top Tips for Pairing Wine with Japanese Fare: