Lucien Albrecht, Crémant D’Alsace Brut, Alsace, France
Tasting Note: After Champagne, Crémant D’Alsace is the second most popular sparkling wine consumed by the French, so if you want to drink like the French on a non-Champagne budget, this is the place to do a lot of exploration, and this is a good first bottle with which to start.[Read more]
Chateau Gazin, Pomerol 2011, France
Tasting Note: A Pomerol that excels in delivering subtlety of flavor.[Read more]
Michel Chapoutier, Les Vignes de Bila-Haut Côtes du Roussillon 2017, France
Tasting Note: A Roussillon white blend that is a versatile pairing partner for many a meal, including with the thin-crusted leek and pancetta tart I’m enjoying this evening.[Read more]
Chateau Jean Faux, Sainte-Radegonde 2011, Bordeaux Supérieur, France
Tasting Note: A solid, basic, red Bordeaux.[Read more]
Domaine Robert Chevillon, Les Cailles Nuits Saint Georges Premier Cru 2013, Burgundy, France
Tasting Note: A red burgundy with ripe, red-and-black fruit that shines.[Read more]
Sensum Laxas, Albariño Brut, Rias Baixas, Spain
Tasting Note: You’ve likely never had a sparkling albariño, and neither have I until today.[Read more]
Domaine Robert Chevillon, Vieilles Vignes Nuits Saint Georges 2013, Burgundy, France
Tasting Note: A ripe-fruit-forward red burgundy that proves you can enjoy pinot noir from Burgundy that isn’t under-ripe.[Read more]
Altos de Torona, Albariño Sobre Lias 2017, Rias Baixas, Spain
Tasting Note: An albariño that would serve as a perfect aperitif on a warm evening.[Read more]
Pazo Pondal, Albariño 2016, Riaz Baixas, Spain
Tasting Note: If you haven’t tried albariño yet, start with this one which is filled with bright fruit and concentration.[Read more]
Joseph Drouhin, LaForêt Pinot Noir 2014, Burgundy, France
Tasting Note: A pinot noir that is evocative of red fruit served in a velvet glove.[Read more]
