Two syrahs, similar granite soils, similar prices, somewhat similar charms, and similar use of stems. Differences? Personality of the winemaker? This one is a little bit brighter, a little more... read more →
Didier and Joëlle, two of the sweetest vignerons on the planet, slave up there in the heavy clay of their Haute-Côtes vineyards. With this Bourgogne, they really hit their mark;... read more →
A great score from Zev. It’s a carbonic little refresher from the Auvergne from people I’ve yet to meet. Just so pretty (the wine and the label). What else to... read more →
Pigato is often disrespected, yeasted into a sauvignon blanc-sameness and forgettable. But every once in a while the real thing comes along. When drinking it, be aware of the controversy.... read more →
From their parcel in Chitry-Le-Fort and raised in stainless. It’s pure deliciousness, vibrant, edgy with just a tad of foodworthy granular texture. All of the de Moor aligoté sing sweetly,... read more →
That Baudry succeeds in every vintage is a given but this is one silky, elegant cabernet franc. From a gravelly plot of near 70 years, this gives a lushness with... read more →
I admit. I’m a Frank watcher, I’ve been following these from the funky beginnings to their confident present. This is based on the 2012 vintage, completely satisfying and totally stable.... read more →
Sticker shock alert. Whether or not you think it’s worth it is up to you, but for the Cornelissen lover in your life this would make terrific gift. Based on... read more →
In every vintage, Eric is the man, but in 2012, nature worked with him 11.8% ABV? The 2012s are just popping up on the market right now, rush out and... read more →
I traveled in the north of Italy with Antonio and Daniela di Gruttola last April, a fantastic fun couple, who make killer wines, which in spoof-ridden Campania stick out like... read more →