Julien Pilon Cote-Rotie La Porchette 2018 Red Wine - France

Julien Pilon Cornas L'Elegance du Caillou 2019 Red Wine - France

Nicely packed, with a ball of wound up cherry, cassis and bitter plum still waiting to unwind, while sweet bay leaf, floral and tapenade notes also lurk. Will be rock solid when it stretches out fully. Best from 2024 through 2032. ... more

Domaine Patrick & Christophe Bonnefond Cote-Rotie Les Rochains 2017 Red Wine - France

100% Syrah (oldest vines planted in 1955) from Les Rochains adjoining La Landonne on the south side. Southwest exposition. Entirely destemmed. Aged in 400-liter oak casks for 20 months, 25% new, 75% one-year used. ... more

Francois Villard Cote Rotie Le Gallet Blanc 2020 Red Wine - France

Francois Villard Cote Rotie Le Gallet Blanc is an exotic, lively and fresh Syrah. Mixed berries and currant with savory roasted meats, candied violets and smoky incense on the nose. Racy and impressively persistent on the palate. A gorgeous wine, with... ... more

Cedric Parpette Cote-Rotie Montmain 2020 Red Wine - France

From one of the tiniest properties in Cote Rotie, Parpette produces a few hundredcases, maybe 300-500 in a voluminous vintage, from some of the steepest terrain on the hillsides above Ampuis. Cédric’s wines are all about dark fruit expression, plush... ... more

Julien Barge Cote Rotie Les Cotes 2019 Red Wine - France

Commentary: The 2019 Domaine Julien Barge Cote-Rotie Les Cotes is a sublime red wine that stays persistent and pleasing from start to finish. Tasting Notes: This wine shines with aromas and flavors of black fruit, licorice, sandalwood, and shading of... ... more

Jean-Michel Stephan Cote-Rotie Coteaux de Bassenon 2020 Red Wine - France

Côteaux de Bassenon is the most southerly vineyard in Côte-Rôtie, and is sometimes labeled Côteaux de Semons. The majority of Jean-Michel's vines in this parcel were planted in 1896, which would make them the first vines planted after the... ... more

Vidal-Fleury Gigondas 2018 Red Wine - France

Vidal-Fleury Gigondas is a deep red in color with a nose of ripe dark fruit. Full on the palate with layers of blackberry, cherry, prune and violet. On the palate grenache driven, fatness, unctuous structured with tannin, cherry and pepper. Blend: 75%... ... more

Domaine Patrick & Christophe Bonnefond Cote-Rotie Roziers 2017 Red Wine - France

100% Syrah from adjoining La Landonne to the north and with the same exposition and schist soil. Aged in 400-liter barrel, 25% to 30% new. ... more

Domaine de la Janasse Cotes du Rhone Village Les Garrigues 2018 Red Wine - France

The power of a Provençal terroir with scents of garrigue, combined with the finesse of old Grenache allows this cuvée to develop aromas of red fruit (strawberry) and black fruit (blackberry). ... more

Yves Cuilleron Cote-Rotie Madiniere 2020 Red Wine - France

A pleasant, moreish nose of dark fruits, roasted notes and menthol to finish. On the palate, harmonious and juicy. Fresh, sprightly finish. Subtle, silky tannins. Opaque magenta. Spice-accented aromas of dark fruit liqueur, licorice and candied violet,... ... more

Domaine Julien Sunier Regnie 2022 Red Wine - France

On the nose, peach dominates followed by a smooth palate with velvety tannins. Bark, tea leaves, mulberries and dried flowers on the nose. Even a touch of chamomile. Floral and elegant but with depth and power alongside the freshness and medium body. ... more

Domaine Julien Sunier Morgon 2022 Red Wine - France

This generous and fleshy Morgon offers notes of black cherries and of spices, the mouth is ample while remaining greedy, with beautiful silky tannins. A medium-bodied red with violets and wild herbs brooding underneath the cherry and wild strawberry... ... more

Guilhem Tournier Bandol Rouge Cuvee La Malissonne 2019 Red Wine - France

Château Guilhem Tournier’s La Malissonne is a great example of Mourvèdre from the region. (“Malissonne� means how to handle things in a clever way.) Showing how Mourvèdre thrives under his care, Tournier goes far beyond the minimum, using 95%... ... more

Julien Barge Saint Joseph Clos de la Ribaudy 2019 Red Wine - France

Commentary: The 2019 Domaine Julien Barge Saint-Joseph Clos de la Ribaudy is smooth-sailing and delicious from start to finish. Tasting Notes: This wine excels with lovely aromas and flavors of black fruit, hints of aromatic flowers, and tangy mineral... ... more

Domaine Gauby La Roque Cotes du Roussillon Villages 2011 Red Wine - France

100% (very) old vine Grenache, the wine opens with soft floral aromas with hints of ripe strawberry and fresh cut herbs layered beneath. Balanced on the palate, raspberry notes give way to finely integrated tannins and soft touches of garrigue. Finesse... ... more

Domaine Ragot Givry La Grande Berge Premier Cru 2020 Red Wine - France

This wine has plenty of red cherry fruit with subtle notes of undergrowth and spice. ... more

Bargetto La Vita Red 2018 Red Wine - California

A blend of three Northern Italian varietals, the 2018 La Vita has Refosco leading the way, followed by Dolcetto and Nebbiolo. Refosco and Dolcetto contribute dark fruit and body to the blend, while Nebbiolo brings lively aromatics and its beautiful... ... more

Domaine Julien Gros Savigny-les-Beaune Clos du Village Monopole Blanc 2018 White Wine - France

This white wine has a golden robe and a floral nose with buttered, brioche accents and grapefruit notes. A mineral wine, it expresses a persistent fatty mouthfeel with a lively attack and lingering finish. Ideally enjoyed with fresh fish. ... more

Huber-Verdereau Volnay Les Robardelles 2018 Red Wine - France

A fuller-bodied wine with aromatic complexity and greater concentration on the palate, resulting in more pronounced tannins. It will accompany dishes with sauces and mature cheeses. Can be kept for up to 10 years. ... more

Domaine Patrick & Christophe Bonnefond Cote-Rotie Roziers 2019 Red Wine - France

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

Terres des Dames La Diva Rouge 2016 Red Wine - France

La Diva is a concentrated, elegant and supple wine with a beautiful complexity. ... more

Chateau La Haye 2018 Red Wine - France

First wine of the property, it possesses the natural power of Saint Estèphe, the freshness that defines great wines for laying down, but this exceptional material is draped in softness, fruit and aromatic elegance. Blackcurrants, chocolate, cloves,... ... more

Alex Gambal Savigny-les-Beaune Grands Picotins 2018 Red Wine - France

This wine shows vivid ruby colors with garnet red tints. The nose presents violet, pepper and hints of toast. The palate is silky and full bodied, with flavors of red fruit. This wine can be enjoyed young or aged for a couple years in bottle. Pair this... ... more

Courier Cotes Catalanes Rouge 2018 Red Wine - France

Maury Hand crafted from two schist laden vineyards with extremely small yields (1/4 ton per acre), this limited 224 case production of 100-year-old Carignan and 70-year-old Grenache is aged in large barrels for 36 months to bring out the pure... ... more

Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Prestige Blanc 2018 White Wine - France

The Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc Prestige from Domaine de la Janasse is sourced from sandy soils in the lieu-dit of La Janasse. It is almost three quarters Roussanne with the remaining blend comprised of Grenache Blanc and Clairette. After harvesting the... ... more

Julien Pilon Saint-Joseph Rue des Poissonniers Rouge 2019 Red Wine - France

A dark, winey style, with a focused beam of black currant preserves and steeped black cherry, laced with anise, mineral and sweet spice details. The long, focused finish lets the mineral edge echo nicely. ... more

Julien Pilon Mon Grand-Pere Etait Limonadier Viognier 2021 White Wine - France

From high altitude granite and sand sites on the northern end of the valley. Four parcels are fermented separately and then aged in 400 and 500 liter used barrel for 10 months. ... more

Domaine Miolanne Pinot Noir 2018 Red Wine - France

Garnet color, fine, intense and complex nose with aromas of red fruits (raspberry, blackberry), embellished with aromas of incense and underwood. The structure is well balanced, evolving on rich and silky tannins. Nice long and aromatic finish. ... more

Clos des Menuts 2018 Red Wine - France

Clos des Menuts is a round, powerful wine for laying down, with subtle tannins. Its deep color is the result of well-controlled extraction. A lovely nose of ripe grapes wrapped in an elegant woodiness with hints of toast and vanilla. These impressions... ... more

Ballot-Millot Pommard Charmots Premier Cru 2018 Red Wine - France

Charles Ballot often uses 30 to 50% whole bunch for Les Charmots but not in 2018. Three small plots make 6 barrels in a normal year, from a fine selection of pinot with some age (50 to 65 years). Medium deep purple, with some elegance to the nose and a... ... more

Yves Cuilleron Cote-Rotie Bassenon 2021 Red Wine - France

An elegant bouquet that mixes Syrah’s red berry fruits with Viognier’s floral character (violets). Elegant, fresh and airy on the palate. Subtle yet prominent tannins. ... more

Domaine Julien Gros Savigny-les-Beaune Clos du Village Monopole Rouge 2021 Red Wine - France

This wine is of a deep cherry color, garnet-red. The nose offers black and red berries (blackcurrant, raspberry, cherry), as well as flowers (violets). It preserves its fruit, roundness and volume, balance and power in just proportions. Ideally enjoyed... ... more

Le Clos de L'Anhel Cuvee les Autres 2018 Red Wine - France

Deep garnet color. The nose is full of lavender, rosemary, thyme, & black pepper. The palate is juicy, rich yet elegant and with good cut. Present but supple tannins, with a beautiful elegance. Blend: Carignane 65%, Grenache 15%, Syrah 15%, Mourvedre... ... more

Chateau Paveil de Luze 2018 Red Wine - France

The dress is dark garnet with a pretty purple nose. Aromas of very ripe red fruit. Fresh mouth, small vegetal notes. The wine is very elegant and marked by a cabernet-sauvignon class, the whole is refined and of great length. A very big Paveil-de-Luze!... ... more

Bouchard Pere & Fils Santenay 2018 Red Wine - France

Bouquet with aromas of blackberries. Full-bodied, it expresses itself on a beautiful tannic support which gives it all its character. Pairs well with grilled or marinated red meats, game, and flavored cheeses. Commentary: From the beginning of my wine... ... more

Chateau Larrivet Haut-Brion 2018 Red Wine - France

The color is dark amaranth red, deep and dense. The nose is powerful and intense. It opens with enveloping roasted and caramel notes. It's very pure and racy. On the palate, the attack is full and melting. The wine is remarkably silky, with a typical... ... more

La Basia Valtenesi La Botte Piena 2018 Red Wine - Italy

In this wine from La Basia, a small family farm producing wine as well as a fantastic stone-ground polenta, the local Groppello grape stars alongside Sangiovese, Marzemino, and Barbera. Aged in concrete tanks and bottled unfiltered, it benefits from a... ... more