Domaine de la Janasse Cotes du Rhone Cuvee Les Garrigues 2019 Red Wine - France

Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2019 Red Wine - France

With an ample and structured substance, this cuvée is well-balanced, whose notes of black fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant), combined with aromas of violets, cover a long and silky mouth, all in nerve. Pair this wine alongside dishes based on... ... more

Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes 2019 Red Wine - France

The estate's flagship cuvée, always at the top of international rankings. The robe is dark with purple reflections. On the nose, the still discreet aromas of crushed black fruits and garrigue are just waiting to melt into a noble and fresh... ... more

Domaine de la Janasse Cotes du Rhone Village Les Garrigues 2019 Red Wine - France

The power of a Provençal terroir with scents of garrigue, combined with the finesse of old Grenache allows this cuvée to develop aromas of red fruit (strawberry) and black fruit (blackberry). The dense, full-bodied 2019 Cotes du Rhone Les... ... more

Domaine de Cristia Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Renaissance 2018 Red Wine - France

Deep red robe in appearance. Delicate nose with aromas of milky black fruits and a vanilla and woody side. Soft and elegant attack. The intensity rises on the fruity then the vanilla / butter side with a rich and creamy finish. Blend: 60% Grenache,... ... more

La Monardiere Cotes du Rhone Calades 2019 Red Wine - France

This wine, made from the young vines and the richest soils, is the most direct expression of the Vacqueyras terroir. Very accessible wine, to drink in its youth to make the most of it of its fruity character. ... more

Domaine Raymond Usseglio Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Imperiale 2019 Red Wine - France

La Cuvée Imperiale is from Domaine Raymond Usseglio's oldest vines, most of them 100 years old (planted in 1901-1902.) Extremely low yields (16-18 h/h) guarantee a wine that is dense and profound. The ancient Grenache vines bring to this cuvee... ... more

Domaine Saint Prefert Isabel Ferrando Chateauneuf-du-Pape Colombis (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2019 Red Wine - France

Grenache from three parcels: Colombis with a sandy soil, les Roues with a predominately clay soil, and le Cristia with a sandy soil. The vines average 60 years-old. Whole-cluster fermented and aged in neutral demi-muids for 18 months. One of my... ... more

Domaine Gauby Muntada Cotes du Roussillon Villages 2015 Red Wine - France

Medium purple. Wild, aromatic bouquet of blackberries, balsamic, anise, and herbs de Provence, with traces of leather and black pepper. Complex and well-crafted, this is a beautiful, classically styled Roussillon wine that's just starting to hit its... ... more

Domaine Paul Autard Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee la Cote Ronde 2018 Red Wine - France

One of Autard's top wines. The Cote Ronde parcel is vinified separately and is aged 16 months in 100% new French oak barrels. It is an intensely concentrated, lush-textured wine with vivid dark fruit, spice, chocolate and oak flavors. Autard only... ... more

Domaine de la Janasse Cotes du Rhone Village Les Garrigues 2018 Red Wine - France

The power of a Provençal terroir with scents of garrigue, combined with the finesse of old Grenache allows this cuvée to develop aromas of red fruit (strawberry) and black fruit (blackberry). ... more

Stephane Aviron Fleurie Domaine de la Madriere 2019 Red Wine - France

This Fleurie shows very similar characteristics to a fine Moulin a Vent with loads of ripe jammy fruit and rich, structured tannins. ... more

Jean-Luc Colombo Cotes du Rhone La Redonne Blanc 2019 White Wine - France

The Viognier brings finesse and floral aromas with tropical fruit while the Roussanne brings a creamy mouthfeel with notes of pear, almond and a touch of herbal tea. It is rich yet has firm acidity with notes of green apple and lemon. Perfect as an... ... more

Domaine du Grapillon d'Or Gigondas Excellence 2017 Red Wine - France

Ideal to taste with lamb, roast pigeon, duck, truffle dishes, mushroom risotto, game and cheeses. Blend: 60% Grenache, 40% Syrah Lastly, the 2019 Cornas La Sabarotte is a candidate for the wine of the vintage in Cornas, and it’s about as thrilling... ... more

Ferraton Pere & Fils Plan de Dieu Cotes du Rhone Villages 2020 Red Wine - France

The color of this wine is deep and intense garnet, clear. Violet reflections. Fresh black fruit notes on the nose, blackberry and blackcurrant. On the palate a nice and savory density. Pleasant freshness. Wine which persists on black fruit aromas.... ... more

Domaine de Cristia Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2019 Red Wine - France

Deep red robe, pulling on purple hints. Aromas of wild strawberry-raspberry onthe nose, with a spicy and toasted touch. Lots of gluttony. Fresh attack on the fruit, spicy notes that line the mouth and bring a sensual and chocolate finish. A perfect... ... more

Domaine Jean Royer Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Les Sables de la Crau 2020 Red Wine - France

Blend: 100% Grenache Lastly, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Les Sables De La Crau is all Grenache from pure sand soils that was brought up in demi-muids. It's one of the bigger wines in the lineup, yet still shows an incredible sense of purity and... ... more

Domaine Clusel-Roch Cotes du Rhone Les Vergers 2019 Red Wine - France

The 2019 Cotes du Rhone Les Vergers is all Syrah from the plateau above Ampuis. While a bit simple on the nose, laden with cherry fruit, it's nicely silky and medium-bodied on the palate, finishing with a pleasant dusting of ripe tannins. It should... ... more

Domaine Clusel-Roch Cote-Rotie Les Schistes 2019 Red Wine - France

Deep ruby color. Nose hints at red fruit, blue fruit and a touch of cola. Supple texture with lovely Syrah spice underneath. Round, with nice underlying acidity and well-integrated tannin on the finish. Vibrant, mineral-accented blackberry,... ... more

Laurent Ponsot Bourgogne Rouge Cuvee des Peupliers 2019 Red Wine - France

Concentrated and forward, this is produced from a blend of grapes from the domaine's own vineyards and purchased fruit, mostly sourced in the Côte de Nuits. The result is quite successful, with bright, fresh, high-toned pomegranate and cherry... ... more

Domaine Font du Vent Les Promesses Cotes du Rhone Blanc 2021 White Wine - France

This wine has floral, citrus and tropical fruit aromas, with a fine, mineral finish, making this a wonderful wine for summer or as an aperitif. Lovely with oysters, scallops, fresh pasta dishes or with parma ham, tapenade and olives. ... more

Domaine de la Vieille Julienne Chateauneuf-du-Pape Reserve 2019 Red Wine - France

What makes the Réservé so singular? Very old vines, low yields and a natural winemaking approach makes the bases, but it's in the microclimate of the north facing terroir of slopes that it forges its character. Lastly, the 2019 Châteauneuf Du... ... more

Julien Barge Cote Rotie Les Cotes 2019 Red Wine - France

Commentary: The 2019 Domaine Julien Barge Cote-Rotie Les Cotes is a sublime red wine that stays persistent and pleasing from start to finish. Tasting Notes: This wine shines with aromas and flavors of black fruit, licorice, sandalwood, and shading... ... more

Julien Barge Saint Joseph Clos de la Ribaudy 2019 Red Wine - France

Commentary: The 2019 Domaine Julien Barge Saint-Joseph Clos de la Ribaudy is smooth-sailing and delicious from start to finish. Tasting Notes: This wine excels with lovely aromas and flavors of black fruit, hints of aromatic flowers, and tangy... ... more

Domaine les Grands Bois Rasteau Cuvee Marc 2019 Red Wine - France

Full, rich, and concentrated, this classically styled Rasteau offers up loads of black fruits, minerality, earth, and spice. This will benefit from a few years in the cellar, and will keep improving for at least a decade. Blend: 50% Grenache, 25%... ... more

Domaine Brisson Morgon Les Charmes La Louve 2018 Red Wine - France

La Louve is the original cuvee of Domaine Gerard Brisson. La Louve comes from plots located in the heart of the Morgon appellation and crossed by the old Roman road that connected Lyon to Autun. It is a beautiful ruby color. The nose is frank,... ... more

Domaine du Terme Cotes du Rhone Villages Sablet 2019 Red Wine - France

Wild berries and currants meld with spices on a bright, clean palate. Perfect with chicken, veal, or a variety of grilled meats. ... more

Chateau La Nerthe Les Cassagnes Cotes du Rhone Villages 2020 Red Wine - France

In the glass this vintage is a bright and deep ruby color with purple hints. On the nose there are lots of ripe (but not overripe) fruity notes with little black and red berries. On the palate we discover an elegant suppleness with fresh plum and... ... more

Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Les Granieres 2019 Red Wine - France

The aromas of cherry and blackcurrant are balanced by sweet spices including cinnamon. The elegant cherry continues on the palate, supported by fine tannins and a long, refreshing finish. Juicy and direct, with tasty raspberry and blackberry coulis... ... more

Le Cellier des Princes Cotes du Rhone La Couronne du Prince 2017 Red Wine - France

This wine has been selected from the best parcels just outside of the Cheateauneuf du Pape area of appellation based on their soil, age and grape varieties with small yields. This wine is a blend of three classic grape varieties from the Chateauneuf... ... more

Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes 2020 Red Wine - France

Not as rich or concentrated as I was expecting, the 2020 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes still delivers ample layers of dark fruit, hints of cola, mint and spice elements. It's full-bodied, silky and long, but it looks to fall short of the... ... more

Domaine de la Janasse Cotes du Rhone Villages Terre d'Argile 2020 Red Wine - France

The 2020 Côtes Du Rhône Terre d’Argile isn't far off the Les Garrigues, and it has a slightly more classic, darker fruited style as well as ample peppery, violets, and herbal, garrigue-like notes. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced, with... ... more

Domaine de la Charbonniere Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Hautes Brusquieres 2019 Red Wine - France

This cuvée offers aromatic intensity of black fruits, spices and chocolate notes. The mouth is distinguished by the concentrated aromas of black fruits, spices, leather and wild. The 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée Les Hautes Brusquières (60/40... ... more

Arnaud Mortet Gevrey-Chambertin Ma Cuvee 2020 Red Wine - France

100% Pinot Noir. 70% from the section below the Grand Crus, close to chalk mother rock. Lieux-dits: Les Epointures (1ha), Champs-Chenys (0.20ha), En Jouise (0.20ha), Clos de l’Arche (0.20ha). 25% from the eastern section on galet, gravel, and... ... more

Domaine la Florane Cotes du Rhone Villages Je Ne Souffre Plus 2021 Red Wine - France

This dark wine is an explosion of red and black berry fruits. Like biting into a bunch of grapes. Blend: 50% Grenache, 50% Syrah Brimming with mulberry fruit, this is a very juicy and lively style of Rhone red that it would be hard not to enjoy... ... more

Fontaine du Clos Vacqueyras Reflets de l'Ame 2019 Red Wine - France

Dark dress. The aromatic profile is elegant, with notes of chocolate and jammy fruits. Well-balanced and full mouth. Commentary: The 2019 Domaine Fontaine du Clos Reflets de l'Aime Vacqueyras Rouge is smooth and delicate, yet rich and substantive.... ... more

Domaine Gauby Muntada Cotes du Roussillon 2016 Red Wine - France

Wild, aromatic bouquet of blackberries, balsamic, anise, and herbs de Provence, with traces of leather and black pepper. Complex and well-crafted, this is a beautiful, classically styled Roussillon wine that's just starting to hit its stride, with... ... more

Domaine Les Aphillanthes Cotes du Rhone Villages 3 Cepages 2019 Red Wine - France

A beautiful Côtes-du-Rhône Villages with lots of red fruit, earth, and spice. A big and aromatic bouquet—look for plum, pepper, and baking spices. Rich and savory on the palate, with a supple attack and a lengthy finish with rustic tannins. Made... ... more