The present-day Cheval Blanc vineyards had vines at least as far back as the 18th century, as shown by Belleyme's map of the region dated 1764. Nearly a century later, the estate was acquired by the Fourcaud-Laussac family... Read More
The rigor of the selection combined with the large proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon has revealed a wine with unique balance, very precise, very pure with a wide-ranging of aromatic complexity, both fruity and spicy. On the palate,... Read More
Discovering Chateau d'Yquem starts with the bouquet. Although not always very outgoing in young vintages, it is marked by fruit (apricot, mandarin, and occasionally tropical fruit) and oak (vanilla and toast aromas). Older... Read More
Radiant brillance, Infinite nuances Floral, fruity and spicy. On the palate, the power of Pauillac, the feminity of the Comtesse. Straightforward, precise, elegant. Deep, refined.
Domaine Faiveley combines the principles of modern winemaking methods with the time honored traditions that have been practiced for centuries within their 19th century cellars. Each terroir and each vintage, benefits from special... Read More
Classical ruby red. Subtle with delicate spicy and fruity (vanilla, cherry) and slightly mentholated notes. The palate is delicious and smooth. Tasty fruity texture evolving into spicy and menthol notes. Fine, fresh and subtle... Read More
100% de-stemmed, 10-day cold maceration, 10-20-day ambient yeast fermentation in tank with no added SO2. Aged 18 months in barrels (75% new). No fining, no filtration, SO2 added after malolactic fermentation (20-25 ppm free, 40-50... Read More
100% de-stemmed, 10-day cold maceration, 10-20-day ambient yeast fermentation in tank with no added SO2. Aged 15-18 months in barrels (60% new). No fining, no filtration, SO2 added after malolactic fermentation (20-25 ppm free,... Read More
Signature is a vintage cuvée produced from parcels in the Grand Cru village of Verzy, a village considered by the champagne authority, Richard Juhlin (and many) to be among the best in Champagne. The wine is 100% Pinot... Read More
Enticing aromas of ripe fruit, orchard blossom and ground spice herald this harmonious blanc de blancs, powered by steely acidity and offering a raw, silklike texture and flavors of apricot, grainy pear, raisin bread, ground ginger... Read More
The Coquelicot cuvée symbolizes, in a refined way, the change of millennium. Available in 2000 Blanc de Noirs or Blanc de Blancs vintages, it will brighten up your tables with its beauty and delicacy.
Jean’s family has been growing wine in the village of Celles-sur-Ource for more than 1,000 years. The estate is situated in the Aube, an outlying Champagne district south of Marne that shares the same chalky... Read More
A mix of both oak and natural spice notes adds breadth to the ripe aromas of violet and plum. The supple, cool and restrained medium-bodied flavors brim with dry extract on the mineral-infused, intense and complex finish that... Read More
Resulting from the subtle blend of Pinot Meunier (70%) and Chardonnay (30%), this authentic cuvee, a reflection of family know-how, reveals a surprising bouquet of aromas expressing the fruity tones of black grapes as well as... Read More
Wild black forest aromas, this is a wine full of sweetness and intensity. A deliciously rich and moreish style and the obvious alcohol is beautifully coated by the fruit. A hedonistic wine showing the very best of merlot (44%)... Read More
Dom Pierre Pérignon, a French Benedictine monk, set out his vision to create the best wine in the world when he became Cellar Master at the sacred Abbey of Hautvillers in 1668. Dom Pérignon dedicated over 40 years... Read More
The 2018 Pommard Les Chaponnières 1er Cru, a vineyard in which Anne Parent is now doing some massal selection, has a crisp, backward and quite broody bouquet that needs some encouragement from the glass. The palate is medium-bodied... Read More
The Champagne house of the Dumont family is situated in Champignol-lez-Mondeville, a village in the southern Champagne region of the Aube, some 90 miles southeast of Reims and Epernay. Characterized by forested... Read More