This 100% Chardonnay has a real aromatic intensity with notes of citrus and exotic fruits and a full lingering finish that calls for a second glass. Mellot makes elegant wines that have an aging potential of 10+ years. The aromas... Read More
With its dark red robe, Alter Ego 2019 immediately impresses with its explosive aromatics. Subtle notes of red fruits evoking raspberries and redcurrants blend harmoniously with the floral fragrance of a field in spring. The sensation... Read More
‘Avis de Tempête’ is Raphaël’s négoce line, after he (like many other Jura producers) saw catastrophic weather lay waste to much of his fruit; he also likes to experiment with all kinds of new... Read More
Jean-Marie Bechtold is the 4th generation to steward this traditional domaine. He minimizes intervention so the wines express their own character and remain faithful to the vintage. His style is light, pure and elegant. This delicious... Read More
Bérêche et Fils was founded in 1847, creating complex, terroir-driven wines for over 150 years. Now headed by the young and innovative duo, Raphaël and Vincent Bérêche, the family’s nine hectares... Read More
Rapha Bérêche’s ‘Beaux Regards’ cuvée is produced from two parcels of old vine Chardonnay in the Montagne de Reims. The wine is loaded with flavors of fleshy orchard fruit, white flowers,... Read More
A pure Pinot Noir blanc de noirs from the premier cru village of the same name. From a half-hectare of 40-year-old vines in the Les Sablons lieu-dit, it is an exotically perfumed, vivid blanc de noirs, courtesy of the limestone... Read More
The 2019 Bellegrave (Pauillac) is showing nicely in bottle, offering up aromas of cassis and plums mingled with hints of pencil shavings and vanilla pod. Medium to full-bodied, velvety and seamless, it's elegantly layered,... Read More
This 100% Merlot from Chateau Bellevue is made from sustainably farmed vines and offers defined flavors of black cherry, raspberry, and spiced plum, with a hint of graphite. Aged in French oak for 8-10 months with minimal filtration... Read More
A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc from 20 year old vines in the Entre-Deux-Mers. Shows an intense colour, with deep purple hues. The nose is rich, concentrated and complex with aromas of black fruit, toasted,... Read More
Chateau de Pitray has a 600-year history under the close watch of the same family. Currently in the care of the Count and Countess de Boigne, the estate and its wines have gained greater exposure of late due to the efforts of... Read More
The 2019 Durfort-Vivens has fleshed out nicely. Silky, red/purplish fruit, blood orange and pomegranate give this plush Margaux fabulous depth. Time in the glass brings out very pretty floral accents to round things out. This... Read More
This French dessert wine is from the beautiful Dordogne Valley. Aromas of apricots, melon and honeysuckle; smooth with a nice balance. Produced predominantly from Semillon grapes which are left in the vines to develop 'Botrytis'.... Read More
Stylish, with crushed plum and lightly warmed cassis flavors infused gently with dark earth and tobacco accents, followed in the end by a hint of cast iron. Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Best from 2023 through... Read More
A solid, slightly burly version, featuring streaks of tar and bay leaf mixed with dark plum and black currant preserve flavors. The finish is underscored by a warm paving stone note, which adds cut, drive and a hint of old school.... Read More
This is the definition of a wine cheat code. Bergerac is a French wine appellation located just outside Bordeaux. This example is made of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. The wines of Bergerac tend to be softer... Read More
This wine comes from nearly 90 acres of estate vines. Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, the rich black-currant fruit is poised between density and freshness. The wine will age well, so drink from 2024. Read More...
Bright, with crushed-stone and floral character on the nose. Medium body with a firm core, expanding through the palate. Vivid and bright. Lots of good energy. Crushed-stone and lightly chalky character at the end. Needs two or... Read More
Delivers a nice saturated feel without being heavy, letting cherry and plum paste notes unfurl slowly, along with violet, licorice root and warm humus accents, which all blossom steadily through the savory finish.
Vinified by Château Talbot's Jean-Michel Laporte, the 2019 Sénéjac delivers aromas of smoky blackberries, pencil shavings and loamy soil, followed by a medium to full-bodied, lively and charming palate... Read More
Floral fragrances (acacia) mixed with refreshing aromas of citrus-fruit and hazelnuts on a hint of vanilla. Crisp, complex and well crafted with a tight and precise texture. Long mineral finish.
The wines from Fleurie are so very aptly named and the wines always have a super floral note to them. Chignard is a 4th generation winemaking family with very old school ideas about what Beaujolais should taste and feel so they... Read More
Fermented entirely in large Stockinger barrels, the “Domaine” white wine is a breathtaking achievement of pure minerality. Produced from very old inter-planted vineyards, this wine comprises roughly equal parts Macabeu... Read More
Organically grown and harvested by hand, this 100% Cabernet Franc possesses weightless intensity and some nice density. In the glass, it's concentrated and spicy, showing an impressive array of leather, earth, tobacco, and... Read More
50% Chardonnay, 50% Savagnin, co-fermented, all ouillé, spending 3 years in foudre. Notes of nutty, rich fruit with high toned saline intensity—absolutely delicious.