This wine is from the lower slope, shallow stony soil of Oxfordian limestone. ...This wine is from the lower slope, shallow stony soil of Oxfordian limestone. Pair with veal fillet mignon, squab, beef steak and roast duckling. Agreeably fresh if somber aromas of plum, red and dark raspberry and a hint of crushed anise are trimmed...more
The color is a brilliant ruby. The intense nose is dominated by spicy and red ...The color is a brilliant ruby. The intense nose is dominated by spicy and red fruit (strawberry) aromas. The mouth presents silky and fine tannins underlining the fruity freshness of this wine.more
Youthful, vibrant, and powerful, there is great aging potential here. Initial ...Youthful, vibrant, and powerful, there is great aging potential here. Initial soft floral notes reminiscent of fresh lilac give way to rich, smoky aromas. On the palate, hedonistic notes of brambleberry, cacao nib, and cherry are underpinned by Syrah's...more
This high altitude, single site Syrah from the original sector of Saint-Joseph...This high altitude, single site Syrah from the original sector of Saint-Joseph shows aromas of black raspberry, cassis, and a tinge of white pepper. The palate is silky and lush with notes of wild raspberry, mulberry, black currant, and a hint of bacon...more
he perfect summer red: Fresh, pure, crunchy, with bright red fruit notes. Medi...he perfect summer red: Fresh, pure, crunchy, with bright red fruit notes. Medium to full-bodied richness, beautiful purity, polished tannins and the nervousness of a no sulfite wine. Perfect with spicy lamb sausage, roasted vegetables with a balsamic...more
Chateau Picque-Caillou is a vibrant red color. Intense nose of spices, red fru...Chateau Picque-Caillou is a vibrant red color. Intense nose of spices, red fruits and vanilla. Medium-bodied in the mouth with red cherries, cassis, and lightly grilled oak flavors. Silky tannins and nice long finish. Sustainable and organic practices...more
Typical of the Chiroubles appellation, it is a supple and delicious wine, with...Typical of the Chiroubles appellation, it is a supple and delicious wine, with a ruby ??color, a beautiful freshness of fruit and floral notes revealing the granite terroir of Javernand. Fresh and fruity Chiroubles with aromas of red berry fruit,...more
Initially, the nose presents oak and roasted notes from the barrel ageing, it ...Initially, the nose presents oak and roasted notes from the barrel ageing, it then becomes more complex with a hint of cloves and liquorice. On the palate, the attack is reserved but very refined offering notes of black fruit and spices. This year’s...more
A very dark and flowing style this year with large amount of tannins, really s...A very dark and flowing style this year with large amount of tannins, really shot through with thick, very ripe tannins. Hard to judge - it's thick, but not drying, very fruity, and very dark in fruit. Likely to be a long-lived Poète. This homage to...more
La Fage shows the best of both worlds when it comes to Malbec. Full-bodied, da...La Fage shows the best of both worlds when it comes to Malbec. Full-bodied, dark fruits and spices, balanced with velvety tannins and great freshness.more
Sottu Scala is made from the last picked Sciaccarellu at Domaine U Stiliccionu...Sottu Scala is made from the last picked Sciaccarellu at Domaine U Stiliccionu as Sebastien wants to push phenolic maturity. It is fermented in a combination of tapered vats and demi-muids and pressed by foot. Maceration lasts for about 45 days....more