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 | Winemaker Denis Basset of the Domaine Saint Clair in Crozes Hermitage walks the line… More (+) Winemaker Denis Basset of the Domaine Saint Clair in Crozes Hermitage walks the line between tradition and modernity with skill and grace. His punchy, delicious wines are always beautifully crafted, minimally oaked, and bursting with dark fruit, terrific freshness, and friendly prietags.
The 2021 Crozes-Hermitage “Fleur Enchantée” is all of 13% alcohol – laser focused, perfectly balanced Syrah. The nose shows clove and blackberry, with black pepper and hints of earth – the oak is barely perceptible. The mouth is young and juicy with dark tannins and plenty of zip. The blackberry/plum fruit joins a fresh minerality and long dusty finish. Less (-) Free US Shipping | |
 | Some wine writers will tell you that we’re living in the golden age of… More (+) Some wine writers will tell you that we’re living in the golden age of Loire Valley Cabernet Franc. Twenty years ago winemakers would struggle to ripen their grapes; twenty years from now, if warmer summers and earlier harvests continue, the wines may become unrecognizable. Rejoice, they say, in this window of perfect weather. The size of the window and speed at which it closes remain to be seen, but, as far as the present goes, we wholeheartedly agree.
Sanzay's old vine cuvée from 2021 is excellent -- it’s also nicely ripened Cabernet Franc dominated by its maraschino-cherry fruit, but there’s a bit more body and a bit more length. It spends some time in older oak barrels, which deliver some integration with little oak influence on the flavors. Sanzay’s Saumur-Champigny Vieilles Vignes 2021 is another versatile wine that will pair up well with all sorts of dishes, and this one will be nice for quaffing as an aperitif as well. Less (-) Free US Shipping | |
 | While the wine is concentrated and unctuous, its lively acidity provides excellent support for… More (+) While the wine is concentrated and unctuous, its lively acidity provides excellent support for it, keeping it lighter on the palate. The 2017 has a particularly nice balance, with no hint of heaviness — we were amazed at how delicately it danced across our palates, with lively texture seldom found in Sauternes.
The Guide Hachette noticed this too, awarding a star and calling it “frank and fresh on the palate.” The flavors and aromas are classic: exotic fruit, dried apricot, touch of orange rind, and the unique spice of botrytis-affected wine. Less (-) Free US Shipping | |
 | Vessigaud is a committed biodynamic vigneron whose wines are Demeter certified, the highest organic… More (+) Vessigaud is a committed biodynamic vigneron whose wines are Demeter certified, the highest organic classification. In the bottle this translates to superb purity and clarity, with careful elevage and excellent balance. As William Kelley puts it, “succulent but serious, any bottle bearing Vessigaud’s label is worth seeking out.”
Vessigaud's Macon-Solutré-Pouilly is a terrific new wine from a regional-level Maconnais appellation. It's pure, unoaked chardonnay from 35 year old vines and raised entirely in stainless steel. The resulting wine delivers and explosive bouquet of white flowers, pear and stones. The mouth is crisp, lush and delightful with terrific tension. We think this offers tremendous value. Less (-) Free US Shipping | |
 | Salomon Undhof’s Riesling “Terrassen” is simply beautiful this year. The nose is bright and… More (+) Salomon Undhof’s Riesling “Terrassen” is simply beautiful this year. The nose is bright and clean with notes of white stone fruits, lime zest, and a hint of slate. The mouth is pretty and concentrated with dried apple fruits and a lemon-saline finish. There’s an electric, vibrant quality to the wine that makes it refreshing and awfully hard to put down. Less (-) Free US Shipping | |
 | Located in Vouvray in the central Loire Valley, Fontainerie is a small 6-hectare estate… More (+) Located in Vouvray in the central Loire Valley, Fontainerie is a small 6-hectare estate producing delicious wines of pure Chenin Blanc. The winemaker is Catherine Dhoye-Deruet – she’s run the place since the 90s, and it’s been in her family since the early 1700s.
This cuvée is just what we want from Vouvray – pure, classic, refreshing Chenin blanc, raised in steel (no oak) and fermented fully dry. The nose is floral and fresh, with notes of apple blossom, ripe pear, saffron and chalk. The mouth is clean and crisp, with smooth fruit and a clean finish. Simple, delightful summertime Chenin blanc. Less (-) Free US Shipping | |
 | Frederic Berne is a warm, friendly young winemaker in the town of Lantignié. His… More (+) Frederic Berne is a warm, friendly young winemaker in the town of Lantignié. His longterm goal is to add his home town as the 11th Cru Beaujolais, but whatever the outcome, along the way he continues to make terrific, classical Gamay.
Berne’s Beaujolais-Lantignié “Pierre Bleue” 2023 is crisp, juicy, carefree and delicious – a Beaujolais for a backyard barbecue or a tailgate. Grown on the appellation’s blue granite soil, it’s lively and floral with low tannins and an easy, refreshing finish. Serve this instead of Beaujolais Nouveau -- for a few bucks more its 10x the wine. Less (-) Free US Shipping | |
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