Philippe Leclerc, Gevrey Chambertin, en Champs 2016 (89-91) “Outstanding” – Burghound “Here there is no reductive funk and instead a nose that reflects notes of plum, earth, the sauvage and a hint of wood. There is both better minerality and a finer mouthfeel to the sleek and beautifully well-detailed flavors that deliver excellent length on…
Pierre et Jerome Coursodon, St. Joseph Silice 2011 90 points – Vinous “Opaque ruby. Dark berry preserves, licorice and cracked pepper on the highly perfumed nose and in the mouth. Sappy, penetrating and appealingly sweet, with slow-building tannins adding definition to the finish. Jerome told me that although this wine will be enjoyable soon after…
Pago de los Abuelos, Bierzo, Vinas Centenarias Godello 2018 90 points – Wine Enthusiast “Aromas of melon and apple lead to a plump, fleshy feel in this rich Godello. Creamy pear chimes in on the palate alongside schist and honey. “- Michael Schachner, Wine Enthusiast
Jeanne Gaillard, Crozes-Hermitage 2017 90 points – Wine Enthusiast “Initial notes of earth and smoke on the nose dissipate with time and aeration revealing ripe, luscious black cherry and plum preserves. Medium-bodied but richly textured on the palate, it’s an ample, intensely fruity Syrah anchored by an elegant frame of granite and acidity. Ready now but…
Domaine Testut Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2019 90 points – Burghound “(from 70+ year old vines in Beugnons) This is also quite aromatically pretty with its layered array of citrus, white orchard fruit, quinine and a whiff of tidal pool. The rich and generously proportioned medium weight flavors possess a refreshing salinity while exhibiting good length if…
HENRI BOILLOT 2019 Red Burgundies Decanter, Wine Advocate, & Vinous Ratings
HENRI BOILLOT 2019 White Burgundies Decanter, Wine Advocate, & Vinous Ratings
Bodegas Proelio, Rioja, Garnacha Viñedos Viejos 2017 92 points – James Suckling “Very pretty, old-vine garnacha with dried strawberry, light vanilla and some floral undertones, such as roses. It’s medium-to full-bodied, layered and firm. Fresh finish. Drink now. “- James Suckling
Bergerie du Capucin, Jeanne Dame 2018 “Pic Saint Loup Name to Know” 94 points – Decanter “The much-awarded Dame Jeanne – a zero-oak prestige cuvèe – is always a great buy and a genuinely ageworthy wine from the Pic. The 20120 is drinking superbly. The 2018 is dazzlingly aromatic with classic Pic citrus-grove Syrah notes: the…
Domaine La Toupie, Maury Sec, Sur 1 Fil Rouge 2016 90 points – Wine Advocate “The 2016 Maury Sec Sur Un Fil is 80% Grenache, 12% Syrah and 8% Mourvèdre, fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel. Coming from the warm terroir of Maury, it’s big, rich and ripe, with notes of black cherries, resinous herbs…