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Tesseron XO Passion Cognac is a unique blend from Tesseron's variety of growing areas.  The grapes used are Ugni Blanc.  Over one century and four generations, the Tesseron family have developed a treasury of knowledge, tradition and family secrets to create a collection of exceptional XO cognacs. Learn More

This superb old Tawny port patiently matured for 20 years in seasoned oak casks, acquiring a softened mellow texture with an intense complex nose which complements the appealing raisiny fruit. Ready to drink, makes a delicious dessert wine and is the perfect finish for any meal. Learn More

Dark cherry, plum, cloves, smoke, new calfskin, and licorice merge together in the Alban 2012 Pinot Noir. Abundant, rich and sensational in the glass, this red wine is about intensity and power. Learn More

A beautiful dark purple robe with intensity. The nose opens on classic spicy notes of nutmeg and cinnamon with hints of liquorice which are the hallmark of the Syrah grape; Vanilla notes are also present thanks to the oak ageing in Laurus barrels. An impressive structure is present on the palate with fine tannins. Learn More

In the cellars of the Guigal estate in Ampuis, the northern appellations of the Rhône Valley are produced and aged. Red fruits, cherry and blackberry dominate the nose on this wine, which is both elegant and intense. Offers smoky, meaty barbecue notes intermixed with forest floor and coffee beans. Learn More

In the cellars of the Guigal estate in Ampuis, the northern appellations of the Rhône Valley are produced and aged. Red fruits, blackberry and floral aromas of vio- let. The wine is silky, velvety and voluptuous, with intense aromatics. An oustanding wine to enjoy with exceptional meals, especially game birds. Learn More

Glass-staining ruby. Sharply focused red berry and cherry aromas are complimented by a riot of musky floral and mineral qualities, with cola and smoky bacon accents contributing depth. Solid, youthfully concentrated dark berry liqueur flavors are strikingly pure, with velvety tannins carrying through the finish. Learn More

In France brandy is called eau-de-vie, a designation that includes any fermented juice that has been distilled. Most frequently this will be grape juice, but eau-de-vie can be made from apple juice, pear juice, and other fruit juices. The French also consider alcohols such as vodka (which is made from fermented potatoes) and grain alcohols to be eaux-de-vie. Learn More

Brilliant ruby red with purple hues, Sherazade 2022 is characterized by a pleasantly fruity bouquet with aromas of strawberries and blackberries, combined with flowery scents of violets. The entry on the palate is full and fleshy, with mulberry and sour cherry notes, pleasantly refreshed by acidic verve.

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Beautiful pale yellow in color, with shiny green undertones. The bouquet offers aromas of white-flesh fruit, citrus fruit and spring flowers, fresh with an attractive aromatic intensity.

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Pretty deep red with purple undertones. Authentic, sincere and easy-going, this 2022 vintage is a true wine of pleasure. Opulent on the nose, it develops notes of red and black fruit (blackberry, blackcurrant) and spices.

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All fruit is hand-harvested, sorted and 100% destemmed. Vinification takes place in thermo-regulated cement cuves over four to five weeks. Regular pumpovers or punchdowns depending on the plot and the vintage. The wine is raised in French oak barrels, 25% of which is new, for twelve to fifteen months. Learn More

Alban vineyards are a patchwork of isolated soil types that you may recognize as Reva, Lorraine, Seymour’s and Pandora. Between and in route to these well healed sites are vineyards that are not so obviously distinct. They have blended these disparate and ‘disenfranchised’ blocks into a single wine they call Patrina. Learn More

The grapes that go into Reva (97-100% Syrah with the balance Viognier) are from neutral sandy soils and portions of ranch that are chalky and quite alkaline. This combination makes for a wine with dark color, concentrated flavors of black fruits, fennel, and graphite. Learn More

A deep golden color with roasted nut and toffee aromas. It has a soft delicate entry that leads to a round sweet buttery caramel palate with delicate spices, dusty minerals, and white pepper finish. Learn More