2017

The 2017 Chateau Margaux is a blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot. Deep garnet-purple colored, it needs a little coaxing to reveal...

There’s strong drive here with rich aromas of dark berries and cassis, as well as blueberries. The palate has a bold build of quite fine, firm tannin that carries long,...

Deep purple color. The nose is flattering dominated by soft spicynotes, grilled almonds and discreet toasted scents. In mouth it is wellbalanced, round, medium structure with soft tannins. Peppery aromasat...

Profound, crushed blueberry and blackberry aromas here. Mint and chalk undertones. Full-bodied with a center palate of balanced and ripe fruit with polished and caressing tannins. Excellent finish that goes...

Fresh boysenberry and blackberry coulis notes race along, tinged with mesquite and backed by a light mineral streak on the finish.\n \n Producer Information\n \n Château Pesquié is a Rhône...

Jammy ripe fruit aromas lead to a wine that is powerfully structured and solid. With rich berry flavors and density, the wine is concentrated while also exuberant. The flavors are...

Jammy ripe fruit aromas lead to a wine that is powerfully structured and solid. With rich berry flavors and density, the wine is concentrated while also exuberant. The flavors are...

Deep ruby-garnet in appearance, Peymartin is classic left-bank Bordeaux. Aromas of dried tobaco, cedar, blackcurrant, and pungent cooking spices greet the nose. The palate is extremely elegant with ripe, yet...

The wine is deep, glossy crimson. The fresh nose reveals an elegant balance of fruity, floral and mineral notes. Great harmony is found on the palate between a highly refined...

Sleek and pure, with cassis and cherry fruit racing along, showing light lilac, iron and savory nuances. Features a piercing, fresh feel through the chalk-tinged finish. Merlot, Cabernet Franc and...

It presents itself with great elegance and charm with precise aromas, imposing but very fine tannins and great length.\n \n Producer Information\n Christophe Buisson is a young, passionate vigneron with...

This is a fleshy White Burgundy with notes of mature apples, ripe pear, lemon pastry, toast, and vanilla.\n \n Producer Information\n Christophe Buisson is a young, passionate vigneron with all...

While the entry level cuvée, the 2017 Côte Rôtie Les Elotins is a powerhouse of a Côte Rôtie that knocks it out of the park. Offering a deep purple color...

There’s a very fresh array of bright cherries here. Quite pure. Some violets, too. The palate has a succulent, almost silky feel with fine tannins suspended in ripe red-fruit flavors....

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...

\n\nDominique Guyon and his brother Michel control the business that was started by their father Antonin in the 1960’s. Antonin was relatively mature when he set out on his vine-owning...

The nose is elegant, complex, beautifully fresh / mineral and offers a fine “perfume” side. It reveals notes of fresh lemon, fresh brugnon and small notes of fresh pear associated...

Full of black cherry, blackberry and iron flavors, this red is framed by a thick layer of tannins. Stays balanced, succulent and vibrant as it plays out on the firm,...

Plum and blackberry flavors are pure, almost translucent, in this fruity Syrah. Medium bodied and freshly balanced, it offers thirst-quenching black-fruit flavors underscored by hints of granite and iron. The...

A gem that readers should snatch up is unquestionably the 2017 Domaine De Chevalier, which is based on 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot that spent 18...

A wine with aromas of honey, dried fruit, and candied fruit. The color is golden while its softness confers a long finish.\n \n Producer Information\n \n Domaine de Courcel is...

Intense black currant, bilberry, cassis and violet aromas and flavors are the hallmarks of this juicy red. A firm spine of tannins and lively acidity add lift, as this lingers...

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...

It has a classy, citrus-driven bouquet with hints of frangipane and praline. The tension is palpable. The palate is well balanced with a captivating sapidity, very focused with a sense...

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 Domaine de la Vougeraie is an...

Very reduced aromas of strawberry, coffee and game. A well-balanced, silky and refined Pinot Noir; vigorous mouth that rounds out nicely on a long finish.\n \n Producer Information\n Domaine de...

Concentrated, ripe, spicy, sweet red fruits, black pepper, allspice and herbs get the wine started. There is density and fruit on the palate with a boatload of spice in the...

This wine shows terrific balance and harmony. Quite delicate and smooth texture on the long finish.\n \n Producer Information\n Domaine Drouhin-Laroze is a producer in the Côte de Nuits in...

Domaine du Colombier has been owned by the Viale family since the end of World War I. In 1929, Florent and David Viale’s great-grandparents moved to the farm as sharecroppers...

The vineyards of Domaine du Vieux Lazaret are spread over 90 hectares, split into 35 different parcels of vines throughout Chateauneuf-du-Pape. It is today amongst the largest domains in Chateauneuf-du-Pape,...

Delicate and impressive depth on the nose. The finish is quite unique, rich and long lasting.\n \n Producer Information\n Damien Gachot may work the vineyards of the lesser known Côtes...

This wine has very pleasant and lovely aromas. On the palate it is very elegant, rich and full-bodied.\n \n Producer Information\n Damien Gachot may work the vineyards of the lesser...

Gooseberry on the nose followed by intense citrus flavours on the palate. Juicy lemon comes through intensely in the mouth with a long lift at the end. Some notes of...

This is really rich and layered with loads of powerful yet soft tannins that come across as layered and plush. It’s full-bodied and flavorful.\n \n Producer Information\n Domaine Gros Frère...

Delicate and impressive depth on the nose. The finish is quite unique, rich and long lasting.\n \n Producer Information\n Domaine Hubert Brochard produces classically styled Sancerre blanc, rosé, and rouge...

This wine shows terrific balance and harmony. Quite delicate and smooth texture on the long finish.\n \n Producer Information\n Collioure is located in the Southern part of French Catalonia where...

This wine has very pleasant and lovely aromas. On the palate it is very elegant, rich and full-bodied.\n \n Producer Information\n Domaine Léon Barral is a wine producer situated in...

It presents itself with great elegance and charm with precise aromas, imposing but very fine tannins and great length.\n \n Producer Information\n Domaine Marc Morey is a highly regarded wine...

The palate is powerful and complex. A wine of great finesse and an impressive length in the mouth.\n \n Producer Information\n Domaine Marc Morey is a highly regarded wine estate...

The Bachelet brothers’ 2017 Bourgogne Rouge exhibits a generous bouquet of red and black fruits, subtly framed by a judicious touch of recently used wood. On the palate, the wine...