From about one hour north of Lisbon, an example of Portugal’s future. This rosé, which looks coppery and feels like a skin-contact wine, is actually just a rosé. The color... read more →
Is there a better pairing for kohlrabi? There is none. This cuvée just doesn’t get the love it deserves, so let’s correct that. For a pét’nat, or as the appellation... read more →
A gorgeous example of chenin from the noir side of Anjou, meaning it’s grown on the schist. It’s still a little young. By September it will be more adult, but... read more →
If you don’t know this domaine, you should. This one is their least expensive cuvée. Soft, easy tannin and strawberry. At this price, well could be the season’s red party... read more →
A relative newcomer, Marie started in 2010 and is showing terrific promise. She destems the côt. Gamay is whole cluster which gives it an edge. Tart, full and spicy.
From the father of Vin Natur, Angiolino Maule’s wines are ready for prime time. This is just delicious with grit and berry. (Check out the Veneto Bianco, garganega for white... read more →
A little bit amarone and a little bit rock n’ roll (as in Laureano Serres’). A touch of sugar and cola and twig and definitely compelling.
My note? This feels good. I have no idea what it means, but what more do you want from bubbles. Combination of stainless, foudres, old demi-muids and barriques.
Francis asked me to make sure you knew that because this is a solera (25% of 2006 is added to a 75% blend of past vintages dating back to 1997)... read more →
Bone dry and no sulfur in an exquisite bubbly that has a touch of ripeness on finish. Good caviar choice. Don’t serve too cold.