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A superb Mouton, the 2005 is composed of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, and a dollop of Cabernet Franc. Under the new administrator, Philippe Dalhuin, the strictest selection of any recent vintage was instituted (64% of the production was used), and the 2005's 13.5% natural alcohol is one of the highest ever achieved at this estate. Learn More

The wine has a very deep, almost black color. The stylish and complex nose displays aromas of bilberry, blackcurrant and blond tobacco that mingle with subtle cedarwood and spice notes. The same refinement and density are to be found on the palate with patrician, well-rounded tannins, revealing remarkable structure and balance right through to the long and opulent finish. Learn More

In 2009, mother nature surpassed herself. She allowed the greatest terroirs, whatever their grape variety, to bring their fruit to exceptional ripeness, providing a wine of wonderful concentration, finesse, balance and freshness.

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Voluptuous and subtle hints of old rose, cherry and raspberry aromas. Round attack, firm tannins and very fine liquorice that release aromas of black cherry, toast and cocoa bean. With time very balanced flavors will harmonize, we will be on the fruit and schistose and roasted notes, which give the cornas a nice complexity on the palate. Learn More

Le Secret des Sabon began as an experimental cuvée and which has evolved to be one of the top wines of Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Red fruit predominates with stony and herbal accents that hint at a long life ahead. Learn More

The nose is intense with concentrated aromas of blackberries, cherries and plums. On the palate, succulent berry fruits and a slight herbal note gives way to supple, soft tannins and excellent length. Learn More

Remarkable by its pale yellow color with golden hues, it is discovered in the mouth with delicacy. This very fat wine has an evolution and a progressive aromatic perception. Indeed, it stands out by its dominant aniseed then white flower ending with a persistent mineral note. Fresh and aromatic, it can be enjoyed as an aperitif with fish, shellfish or cheese. Learn More

One of the oldest domaines in Marsannay, dating back to the 17th century. 30-40 year old vines from three vineyards, all organic. Flowers on the nose lead to brooding dark cherry and raspberry on the palate, joined by compost, dried herbs and crisp minerality. Round body, ripe tannins. Soft and approachable.

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René Rostaing has been producing high-quality Syrah and Viognier in the Northern Rhone for over 25 years. The property is comprised of 14 lieux-dits, scattered over 20+ hectares, with vines ranging in age from 60-100 years.

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Tasted at the château, the 2005 Chateau d’Yquem delivers a similar performance as last year. Lucid in colour, the bouquet is detailed with very pure honey, vanilla and almond scents, still a little new oak to be fully assimilated but demonstrating superb focus.

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The 2018 Vouvray Le Mont Moelleux is clear, deep, pure and flinty on the intense but fine and coolish-mineral nose.

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Great concentration and a previously unseen quantity of tannins characterized the wines, which possessed extraordinary aromatic intensity, freshness and precision.

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The 2009 Haut-Brion is deep garnet colored and slightly closed and shy to begin, slowly unfurling to reveal sensuous notions of warm blackberries, plum preserves, mulberries and blackcurrant cordial with touches of star anise, mocha and damp soil.

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One of the region's most charming yet least understood villages, Chénas in the hands of Dutraive comes off as a Morgon-Fleurie hybrid, with ample structure and gravitas supporting its inherently elegant fruit and tannin profile.

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Domaine Follin-Arbelet represents the type of small, family-run operation that continues to make wine comme autrefois—the way it used to be done.

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