Earlier versions were 50/50, but now this blend is 85% pinot and 15% zweigelt—though the percentages depend on the vintage, then it is fermented in plastic tubs and raised in... read more →
The chardo here is a combo of their fruit from their Hokadate vineyards and from bought Yoichi fruit that is sustainable. Whole cluster pressed there’s a bit of CO2, and... read more →
Antoine Lienhardt is one of my recent favorites vignerones, among the new kids bringing respect to the Nuits-Village area. I really don't think I tasted one wine during my visit... read more →
While it's available state-wide, I had to go to Burgundy to taste this, which I did at a little mini-tasting Tomoko Kuriyama hosted this winter. She told me, "This is... read more →
Karim Vionnet is one of the unsung producers of the Beaujolais. I'm not exactly sure why because more than not, the wines hit that delicious zone. Raised in Morgon, not... read more →
I can’t tell you too much about this wine except that my first guess was Georgian, although I was stumped by the grape. Turns out I was stumped because it’s... read more →
Situated at the southernmost tip of Côte Chalonnais, the little village of Montagny rises! In the hands of Andrew Nielson of Le Grappin, this chardonnay, planted on limestone, is a... read more →
At the Sous Le Pavée tasting in Paris this past May, Cyrille and Pascale stood out for their thrilling fruit and vegetable ferments. This was one of my two favorites.... read more →
Seb Congretel used to be in the New York market but alas, now his wines are just in Texas. Our loss because there’s always a need for excellent Beaujolais. He... read more →
Giorgas Balatsouras works where no one else does, 800 meters up in the Delphi area of Greece (the temple of Athena and the Oracle are down the road by 45... read more →