France

Stephane Riffault, Claude Riffault's son, is turning out Sancerre bottlings that are the envy of many top producers. Stephane studied in Beaune and then learned with Olivier Leflaive in Burgundy....

Situated on the left bank of the Garonne river, 40km south of Bordeaux, the vineyards of Sauternes are legendary. Reputed the world over, Sauternes possesses no fewer than twenty six...

First produced in 1989, the Flagship of the estate and made only in exceptional vintages from their oldest vines of Grenache (the oldest were planted in 1901) with a compliment...

Deep dark ruby in colour with an opaque core, purple reflections, and subtle brightening on the rim. On the nose, aromas of ripe cherry, some liquorice, delicate nougat, and a...

The red wine with three different grape varieties scores particularly well with its fine spices and concentrated red fruit on the nose. Light woody notes can also be recognized, but...

Its meatiness and rustic aromas of coffee and ripe black fruit give this rouge a rugged appeal. It tells the story of a less-traveled side of the country, where cliffs...

The 100 hectares of vines of Clos la Coutale are located in the heart of the meanders of the Lot on alluvial soils composed of gravel and clay-limestone silica. Protected...

Beautiful sweet berries and strawberries. Hints of orange peel. Full to medium body, medium tannins and a savory and bright finish. Enjoy the toasted oak and chocolate undertone to this.\n...

A blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Vaccarese and Muscardin, the Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes is made from old vines located in and around Le Crau. The Grenache is aged in...

Combe des Fous literally means, the hill of the fool. The hill, in this case, is located in the far southern reach of Le Crau which was left barren for...

It was the start of 2020, and no one knew what lay ahead. But in Bordeaux, the show had to go on, so Chateaux and negociants—barrels brimming with wine from...

Delicate and impressive depth on the nose. The finish is quite unique, rich and long lasting.\n \n Producer Information\n The story began in 1928 at Davayé, when Joanny Collovray settled...

The cabernet notes sing in this mountain red–herbs, tobacco and vibrant, low-octane red fruit. A terrific value.

The cabernet notes sing in this mountain red–herbs, tobacco and vibrant, low-octane red fruit. A terrific value.

The palate is an explosion of delicate flavors, nice and delightful mouthfeel. Quite delicate and smooth texture on the long finish.\n \n Producer Information\n The story began in 1928 at...

We got our start as youngsters in the San Joaquin Valley in California, farming about 800 acres of row crops. We moved to Oregon in 1991 for better educational opportunities...

An expressive Pinot Noir which shows hints of herbs and spice on the nose, with layers of bright cherry and strawberry fruit on the palate. Lovely fresh acidity, with a...

Irpinia Campi Taurasini Donna Chiara DOC is a red wine from Romano Clelia's Colli di Lapio produced for the first time in 2001. The wine deriving from Aglianico grapes harvested...

The 2019 La Genelotte's complex aromatics might tempt you to simply leave it open on your table all night, enjoying the aromas of quince, toasted hazelnuts, raw oats, yellow apple,...

Great wines occasionally take me back to my time in classical music, and to earnest discussions about what makes a particular performance “great.” I’ve had similar conversations about wine, and...

At the very top of the Cote de Beaune between the villages of Meursault and Puligny, a few vineyard rows abut the forest known as the Bois de Blagny. Conditions...

It presents itself with great elegance and charm with precise aromas, imposing but very fine tannins and great length.\n \n Producer Information\n \n In 2016, Bertrand Ravache gave his name...

Corison is a small family farm producing delicious Cabernet Sauvignons that speak of place. Over three decades, Cathy Corison and William Martin have built a special home to celebrate the...

Created in 1999, Domaine Cosse et Maisonneuve is the result of the combination of two talented oenologists and winemakers: Matthieu Cosse and Catherine Maisonneuve. 15 years ago, they took over...

Cosse et Maissoneuve wines are not the norm for Cahors. The wines are full of fruit, but they are uncommonly elegant and round for Cahors, not at all the old...

Lovely deep red color with purple tints, very expressive nose offering red and black fruit aromas. The wine is generous and refined, long and mouth-watering finish.\n

Filled with open aromatics of high quality cassis, ripe plum and dark fruit compote. are all framed in an attractive vanilla scented toasty oak and baking spices. The mouth filling...

The family of Françoise Le Calvez parents, son and daughter- manage Chateau Coupe Roses with passion and acumen high in the Mediterranean hinterlands. Their vineyards, now all farmed completely biodynamically,...

Impressive and charming nose with balanced and rich flavors. Great elegance and length on the finish.\n \n Producer Information\n The Criterion Collection, Inc. (or simply Criterion) is an American home-video...

A nearly opaque wine with purple tints, offering a bright and harmonious nose redolent of Morello cherry, black plum and blackberries with a hint of ash and leather. The expansive...

Dark garnet color. Fresh violet, cherry blossom, red and black fruit such as Burlat cherry and blackcurrant jam, finishing with a soft hint of spices. The palate is smooth, giving...

An intensely dark wine with touches of fuchsia on the rim. This generous Malbec brims with aromas of black and red cherry, blueberry cheesecake and spice box. The palate is...

Spicey aromas of cinnamon, cardamom, and anise mingle with dark cherry perfume, cola, sweet smoked tobacco leaf, and toasted vanillin. Compact, extracted, and viscous on the palate, the wine has...

Compelling purity and depth of blackberries, framed in plenty of fresh, mocha-scented oak. The palate continues in the same vein with spicy, meaty, cherry, plum and mocha flavors. Warm, espresso...

The Saint-Esprit’s deep color has a dark, plum-like hue. The nose is classic syrah, with berry fruit, violet and licorice. It has a full, rounded palate with delicate tannins, making...

There are two Hermitage releases from this talented team. Looking at the 2019 Hermitage Domaine Des Tourettes, it offers a darker, more black-fruited, smoky profile revealing ample scorched earth, graphite,...

The wine has a brilliant, deep red hue. The nose is powerful and complex, expressing blackberries, spices and leather. On the palate the wine is firm but silky, with a...

Archetypal Les Bessards, the Delas 2017 Hermitage Les Bessards boasts rich, deep cassis fruit accented by hints of crushed stone and pencil shavings. It's full-bodied, ripe yet firm, with great...

Briar, red cherries and darker plums, dark chocolate, pepper and spices. This has density and impressive, fleshy weight through the mid-palate. The tannins are web-like with a superb sense of...

The 2016 Saint Joseph François De Tournon comes from more schist and gneiss soils and spent 10-14 months in mostly used barrels, with a small part in tank to preserve...