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. Green apples, with a truly perfectly balanced measure of steel and mousse. Strongly recommend. Varietal Breakdown: 50% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Noir, 5% Pinot Meunier…
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VieVité Rosé
In addition to funky-shaped bottles, the Provence appellation is known for its ancient vineyards. Nestled just north of Saint-Tropez is Domaine Sainte Marie a legendary Provençal producer…
Terra Corsa Rosé
I often tell people to buy the weirdest, most unpronounceable grape they can find and in this case, Corsica’s unique grape “niellucciu” roughly translates to delicious.
Domaine des Justices 2013 Bordeaux Superieur
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
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 a hint of drying purple flowers…
Chateau Haut Dambert Entre-Deux-Mers 2014
Aromatically lifted, with high-toned Sauvignon Blanc character of grapefruit and grapefruit oils, joined by an almost floral note to the mineral and herb aromas. On the palate…
Jaillance Cuvee de l’Abbaye Brut NV: 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.