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Grown in pure granite, grand cru Sommerberg gives us a broadly structured Ries... Grown in pure granite, grand cru Sommerberg gives us a broadly structured Riesling that takes further shape in well-seasoned, old foudres. It’s hard to imagine this beauty could taste any better than it does now, but I’ll be curious to revisit it... more

45 year old vines on average. 90% Le Mesnil Grand Cru, 10% Oger and Avize Gran... 45 year old vines on average. 90% Le Mesnil Grand Cru, 10% Oger and Avize Grand Cru. The NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Conversation Grand Cru is a terrific introduction to the range. It is a wine of tremendous breadth and real character, all of which comes... more

Albert Bichot's Corton Clos des Maréchaudes Grand Cru features well-balanced ... Albert Bichot's Corton Clos des Maréchaudes Grand Cru features well-balanced notes of vanilla and toast on the nose with nuances of raspberry. Starts off very round, rich and powerful, a harmonious combination of richness and the finesse of the... more

A great white wine for laying down, semi-dry to mellow. Often displays impress... A great white wine for laying down, semi-dry to mellow. Often displays impressive levels of richness, concentration and mineral expression, with a purity that commands respect. Noble rot almost always present. Peppery, even smoky nose. Verticality... more

Chablis achieves its highly distinctive mineral character due to its cool nort... Chablis achieves its highly distinctive mineral character due to its cool northerly climate and its highly calcareous soil. The Domaine Louis Moreau Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru displays a very mineral bouquet, with an elegant fineness and impressive... more

This Sommerberg is truly a masterpiece. Its explosiveness, poise and balance, ... This Sommerberg is truly a masterpiece. Its explosiveness, poise and balance, never-ending length, and complexity of flavor should not have to compete with food or any other distraction. Late-harvest wines of this quality in Alsace take incredible... more

This rich and elegant wine is a golden yellow in appearance, with aromas of qu... This rich and elegant wine is a golden yellow in appearance, with aromas of quince jam, hazelnuts and flint, which increase with aeration. On the palate, a structured, dynamic body dances with the fine fruit acid; a delicate sweetness — Alsace Grand... more

Wine for laying down, but can be appreciated when young after carafing for sev... Wine for laying down, but can be appreciated when young after carafing for several hours before serving. The 1999 Chambertin is a magnificent, show-stopping wine. It is black-colored and bursts from the glass with licorice, cookie dough, blackberry and... more

The Grand Cru Kirchberg de Barr is one of the most renowned Grands Crus of Als... The Grand Cru Kirchberg de Barr is one of the most renowned Grands Crus of Alsace, which gives rise to Riesling of great character. The terroir is deep, giving wines excellent structure, freshness and unparalleled aromatic intensity. Over time, these... more

Located just below Corton Bressandes, the vineyards have east-southeast exposu... Located just below Corton Bressandes, the vineyards have east-southeast exposure; Claude explained that here, you begin to see some similarities to the soil you find in the Cote de Nuits. The soil is red as it is very ferruginous, and you find... more

A delicate and ample wine, easy to appreciate. The pale yellow color is very p... A delicate and ample wine, easy to appreciate. The pale yellow color is very pure, with light green reflections. On the nose, floral aromas of acacia harmonize with vegetal notes of fern and coriander. he aromas on the nose are amplified when the wine... more

Not as deep in colour as the Charmes, but still with a vibrant purple edge. An... Not as deep in colour as the Charmes, but still with a vibrant purple edge. An interesting mix between crystalline red fruit and perhaps a little white pepper from the whole bunch component. Clearly a well-constructed wine. Racy fresh raspberry fruit,... more

The aristocrat! From 35 year-old vines grown in Kimmeridgian limestone and cla... The aristocrat! From 35 year-old vines grown in Kimmeridgian limestone and clay soil, on the right bank of the Serein River with western exposure. The 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses is also rather rich and textural this year, mingling notes of... more

Pure attack allowed by an adjusted dosage, with only 3 g/L of sugar added at d... Pure attack allowed by an adjusted dosage, with only 3 g/L of sugar added at disgorgement, enhanced by the vibrant minerality which carries us throughout the tasting. The mouth then becomes caressing, a characteristic sign of incredible softness. Dense... more

The Steingrubler Grand Cru vineyard in Wettolsheim has a complex terroir consi... The Steingrubler Grand Cru vineyard in Wettolsheim has a complex terroir consisting of clay-marl limestone soils on granitic sands. The south and east facing vines flourish here due to the mineral and climatic complexity of the environment. This Grand... more

The 2017 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Très Vieilles Vignes has turned out eve... The 2017 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Très Vieilles Vignes has turned out even better than I anticipated, unfurling in the glass with a magical bouquet of cassis, plums and blackberries mingled with dark chocolate, spices, sweet soil tones, licorice... more

Intense ruby red hue and complex nose offering rich roasted notes and spice. T... Intense ruby red hue and complex nose offering rich roasted notes and spice. The palate opens up with rich, silky tannins that give way to a powerful and complex structure. Silky, exuding exotic spices around a core of ripe cherry, pomegranate,... more

Deceptively supple this is never the less quite full-bodied yet expansive and ... Deceptively supple this is never the less quite full-bodied yet expansive and smooth. The bright acidity carries the fruit across the palate with evolving complex notes of mint and smoke, wild berries and tobacco, and a very long finish. Ideal with... more

Nice red ruby color. The nose is intense and exuberant with many different per... Nice red ruby color. The nose is intense and exuberant with many different perfumes: fruits, florals (old roses), spices, and herbal notes (dried herbs, tobacco, and tea). This is a very complex wine that evolves in the glass. The mouth is rich and... more

A more restrained nose than the Montee de Tonnerre and very earthy and stony o... A more restrained nose than the Montee de Tonnerre and very earthy and stony on the palate. Forest floor, pine, then the creaminess starts to come out. Bubble gum, Juicy Fruit and peach and nectarine flavors. Strong acids, very concentrated with lovely... more