Joachim Splichal has been a master chef for years, helming one of Los Angeles’ most iconic restaurants, Patina, and he currently oversees 65 restaurants worldwide. So perhaps it should not be a surprise that he has turned to making his own wine from his native France, specifically a Provence-style rose’ … Read the rest
Reviews France
Champagne Henriot Brut Souverain NV, 94 Points
An excellent example of the endlessly effervescent bubbles that should be associated with all champagnes, is found in Champagne Henriot Brut Souverain NV. Immediately off to a wonderful beginning with an inviting straw yellow color, cream-like nose attributes as well as apricot, followed by a similar experience on the palate. … Read the rest
VieVité Rosé
They’re everywhere – those towering stacks of rosé wine cases that loom near every grocery store or wine retailer register around this time of year. But is rosé wine just a seasonal summertime specialty these days? Data says “no,” and as the thirst for dry pink wine, particularly among female … Read the rest
Terra Corsa Rosé
They’re everywhere – those towering stacks of rosé wine cases that loom near every grocery store or wine retailer register around this time of year. But is rosé wine just a seasonal summertime specialty these days? Data says “no,” and as the thirst for dry pink wine, particularly among female … Read the rest
Domaine des Justices 2013 Bordeaux Superieur
Wine: Domaine des Justices 2013 Bordeaux Superieur
Region: Bordeaux
ABV: 12.5% alc
Score: 88 pts
Best Enjoyed: Drink now
Maturing nose of dark figs and plums, all spiced somewhat exotically, and a palate of bright acid zipping through graphite-tinged red cherry skin and currants.
Chateau de Fontenille 2014
Wine: Chateau de Fontenille 2014
Region: Bordeaux
Variety: 80 Merlot / 20 Cabernet Sauvignon
ABV: 13.5% alc.
Score: 89 pts
Best Enjoyed: Now – 2020
A nose of just-dug-up mushrooms, forest floor, and melted graphite is freshened up with mixed currants that turn to a palate of currants, cherries, and … Read the rest
Chateau Haut Dambert Entre-Deux-Mers 2014
Wine: Chateau Haut Dambert Entre-Deux-Mers 2014
Variety: 60% Sauvignon Blanc / 25% Sauvignon Gris / 12% Muscadelle / 3% Semillon
ABV: 12.5%
Imported By: Franck’s Signature Wines
Imported By: Franck’s Signature Wines
Score: 89
Best Enjoyed: Drink Now
Aromatically lifted, with high-toned Sauvignon Blanc character of grapefruit and grapefruit oils, joined by an almost floral … Read the rest
Jaillance Cuvee de l’Abbaye Brut NV: 88 Pts
Wine: Jaillance Cuvee de l’Abbaye Brut NV
Variety: 70% Semillon / 30% Cabernet
Score: 88 pts
Fresh and lively grapefruit and mandarin orange lead to a finish with mineral and a hint of honey to the citrus, nectarine, and nuttier notes. Pleasant and very tasty.