France

Dark red. Explosive aromas of black raspberry, blackberry, coffee, iron and smoke, with lovely lift. Sweet and silky, with nicely integrated acidity for 2003. Iron and spice notes from the soil. Finishes with dusty, firm tannins and very good length. A terrific showing. Learn More

The more limited cuvee, the 2007 Gigondas Terrasses des Dentelles, exhibits super precision, a terrific minerality that comes through the lavish amounts of black raspberry, blueberry, and spring flower characteristics, superb ripeness, a saturated ruby/purple color, full-bodied power, and admirable elegance, purity, and acidity. Consume it over the next 10-15 years. 91-93 Wine Avocate Learn More

This beautiful vintage impresses with its elegant palate with ripe tannins, aromas of flowers and spices relayed by slight toasted notes. Learn More

All the growing conditions were in place for a great vintage in 2009. After optimal growing conditions, the harvest was magnificent with each plot able to reach optimal ripeness. With this vingage you will find amazing freshness, fruit, as well as unctuous, silky tannins. We can look forward to a truly outstanding vintage. Learn More

Johann Michel inherited a tiny vineyard in Cornas from his grandfather in 1997, and made wine for the first time in his life that year. This small appellation, located in the Northern Rhone, is known for stylish, elegant syrah that generally shows more restraint than the opulent wines from the South, like those of Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Learn More

This parcel is in a very dry place called Désert des Agriates with Granitic soil and deteriorate granite. The idea of this wine is something very fresh, fruity, easy to drink on a bar during the aperitif. Learn More

Ruby, expressive nose of red fruits Full-bodied and round on the palate, the final fruit flavors. Learn More

A ripe and exuberantly spicy nose also features an expansive range of fruit aromas that include red, blue and black berries plus plum nuances. The rich, seductive and mouth coating flavors are underpinned by phenolically mature tannins and excellent length where a touch of menthol surfaces. Learn More

Garnet red. On the nose there are scents of cherries, wild strawberries, caramel. Fresh and well balanced, good length on the palate. The grapes are handpicked, sorted and transported to the winery in small containers to avoid crushing berries and premature oxidation. They are completely de-stemmed and put into vats open stainless steel, the temperatures being controlled by thermoregulation.

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Domaine Jacques Prieur Volnay 1er Cru Clos de Santenots is a 3-acre, walled parcel of the greater Santenots vineyard well situated on the center slope with a due eastern exposure on the southern boundary of the Volnay appellation. This is a monopole vineyard, exclusive to Domaine Jacques Prieur. Soils are very well drained and comprised primarily of magnesium and limestone. Learn More

This is the second wine from Château d'Aiguilhe, whose property dates back to the 12th century and is linked to the Knights Templar.The current château, a "fortified farmhouse," was built in the 13th century. Learn More

A unique terroir, very low output, maximum concentration, and ultra-careful vinification over long weeks confer on Variation the status of a great Rhone Valley wine. This is nature in its purest state, without artifice. Fleshy and powerful, with an exceptional character that will delight discerning enthusiasts. Learn More

With its roots in the historic French wine region of Burgundy, Pinot Noir has been the symbol of elegance and grace for centuries. Learn More

100% Pinot Noir. Vinified, aged, and bottled by Domaine Alain Burguet.

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This is a character- ful wine, full and intense with perfect balance on the palate. Tannins are elegant and unmistakably terroir-driven. Serve with charcuterie, pork, beef, dishes in sauce and mature cheeses. Can be enjoyed now, or could be laid down for 5 - 7 years in a cellar, away from direct light. Learn More