France

A bottle of Gris de Gris never disappoints, and there is something to be said for catching the wine in its fresh, lively youth. Although it stays delicious for well...

Limpid and garnet-colored, darkened by purple tints. The colored legs run slowly and cling to the glass. The penetrating bouquet offers up a festival of aromas including jammy red fruits,...

The first vineyards at Domaine de Fontsainte, in the Corbieres appellation, were planted by the Romans. Artifacts found in these vineyards, such as an old coin dating from the time...

Made mostly from Carignan—much of it planted in 1904—this rouge showcases the soul, depth, and polish that often come from century-old vines. Evoking strawberries and blackberries, stones and garrigue, and...

Aromas of summer bramble fruit, light white pepper, licorice, warm earth. Full-bodied yet refined, suave tannins; red and black raspberries, boysenberry, baking spices. Pairs well with grilled meats, roasted chicken,...

"Winemaker Philippe Desbos selects fruit from his oldest Syrah vines, some as old as 100 years, for this special cuvee. The estate's same non-interventionist approach applies: fruit crushed gently by...

Its bouquet is expressed on black fruits, a little floral but above all a lot of spices. On the palate, Syrah expresses itself in a rustic but refined style. We...

It has the nose of a sweet wine but it is indeed a dry wine with sap on the palate, a very good volume and very clear fruit.\n \n Producer...

Domaine de l'Alliance is located in the southeast of the Sauternes appellation, between Langon and Fargues in the Bordeaux wine region. It was created in 2005 when Daniel and Valerie...

Bursting with aromas of cherries, red berries, spices and rose petals, the 2018 Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Le Mont is medium to full-bodied, lively and succulent, with powdery tannins and a...

The bouquet is immensely delicate, very floral with notes of bergamot, honeysuckle, and lime. The body is direct, and brings the fresh, lemony notes promised by the nose. It is...

Picked comparatively late on September 6th, given that some domains started in August, but this is still a fresh, focused, stylishly balanced white from Géraldine Godot with 20% new wood,...

Picked comparatively late on September 6th, given that some domains started in August, but this is still a fresh, focused, stylishly balanced white from Géraldine Godot with 20% new wood,...

Blueberry, ripe plum, black cherry, licorice, mocha and violet (or mint). Usually well rounded with more refined flavor profiles along with fine integrated tannins.\n \n Producer Information\n Domaine de l’Olibet’s...

The Boucard family, who has been making wine here since 1822, ages Alouettes for eight to twelve months in stainless-steel tanks to preserve as much of the fruit’s bright, fresh...

Just outside of the village of Benais, in the heart of the Touraine, sits the lovely Domaine de la Chanteleuserie. This “place where the larks sing,” as the name means,...

Just outside of the village of Benais, in the heart of the Touraine, sits the lovely Domaine de la Chanteleuserie. This “place where the larks sing,” as the name means,...

Just outside of the village of Benais, in the heart of the Touraine, sits the lovely Domaine de la Chanteleuserie. This “place where the larks sing,” as the name means,...

The Huchet family has run the Domaine de la Chauviniere for four generations, and it comes with a rich history. The dwelling, well-situated on the top of a hill along...

Of all the white wine grape varietals, surely the one that has spread the furthest and is most widely appreciated is Chardonnay. This green-skinned grape is now grown all over...

This wine presents a pale yellow color, and reveals an intense nose of dried fruits, date, almond, surrounded with a touch of lime. The mouth is supple and strong, mixing...

This zippy and fresh coastal Loire wine is a blend of Melon de Bourgogne, Chardonnay (unoaked) and Sauvignon Blanc. This is such a tasty and enjoyable wine that has plenty...

100% Gros Plant (Folle Blanche). Lemon zest, citrus fruits, with a saline mineral expression. A light-bodied white from the Loire region where Muscadet tends to be the more popular choice....

Just six miles south of the Loire Valley city of Saumur is Saint-Cyr en Bourg, home for six generations of the Duveau family. Since 1835, members of the family have...

This is a brilliant and aromatic expression of Chenin Blanc -- crunchy and zesty with floral and white fruit aromas. On the palate, the wine is superbly ripe and in...

Just six miles south of the Loire Valley city of Saumur is Saint-Cyr en Bourg, home for six generations of the Duveau family. Since 1835, members of the family have...

A new triumph for this Chateauneuf-du-Pape that serves as the entry-level offering in La Janasse's range. Set out to discover this wine that is worth the detour for its delicacy....

Over the last quarter century, Domaine de la Janasse has become one of the most highly-regarded estates in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Led by siblings Christophe and Isabelle Sabon, the estate combines the...

Over the last quarter century, Domaine de la Janasse has become one of the most highly-regarded estates in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Led by siblings Christophe and Isabelle Sabon, the estate combines the...

Over the last quarter century, Domaine de la Janasse has become one of the most highly-regarded estates in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Led by siblings Christophe and Isabelle Sabon, the estate combines the...

Over the last quarter century, Domaine de la Janasse has become one of the most highly-regarded estates in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Led by siblings Christophe and Isabelle Sabon, the estate combines the...

Over the last quarter century, Domaine de la Janasse has become one of the most highly-regarded estates in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Led by siblings Christophe and Isabelle Sabon, the estate combines the...

Moderately tannic and endowed with a beautiful structure, this Côtes-du-Rhône develops greedy notes of fresh fruit (crushed strawberry, blackberry) on their crunchiness, supported by a hint of licorice.\n \n Producer...

The power of a Provençal terroir with scents of garrigue, combined with the finesse of old Grenache allows this cuvée to develop aromas of red fruit (strawberry) and black fruit...

Very dense black-plum bouquet with touches of bitter chocolate, raisin and licorice. For 15.5% alcohol this remains surprisingly cool and restrained on the palate, also thanks to the solid tannin...

100% organic Cabernet Franc, hand harvested with natural yeast fermentation. Around 5 months on the lees. Unoaked. Low sulphur (averaging <32mg/L).\n \n Its name is evocative of the plump black-cherry...

Jean Dumont has for many years garnered great recognition for both their Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, which are the most famous wines from France produced from the Sauvignon Blanc grape. The...

Indulgent nose with Gariguette strawberry, cherry and blueberry suffused with fragrances of violet, liquorice and white pepper. Full-bodied and juicy in the mouth.\n \n Producer Information\n In 2013, Gregory Barbet...

Domaine de la Pousse d’Or has for decades been the collector’s choice for expressive, memorable wines from Burgundy’s most hallowed terroirs, and is unquestionably one of the Burgundian elite. The...

A blend from a wider area than just Cotes de Provence, the wine is lightly spicy, full of red fruits and citrus acidity. There is a typical touch of pepper...