France

Thibaud Boudignon has gone through the three stages of small-producer cultdom. First, there were the tweets and instagram posts. Maybe a foreign blog or small magazine article. The allusions to his wine were rapturous, but enigmatic and mostly from overseas.

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The estate
A 4th Classified Growth of Saint-Julien, Chateau Talbot is one of the iconic references of Haut-Medoc. Acquired by Desire Cordier in 1918, Chateau Talbot is today managed by Nancy Bignon-Cordier and her husband, Jean-Paul Bignon.

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At the very top of the Côte de Beaune between the villages of Meursault and Puligny, a few vineyard rows abut the forest known as the Bois de Blagny. Conditions are slightly cooler due to the elevation and the proximity to these woods, and the soil is chock-full of blocks of limestone.

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Bright, juicy and with good freshness, this pushes a mix of yellow apple, pineapple, and white peach to the fore, backed by a long elderflower honey note that holds the finish prettily.

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100% Pinot Noir. This wine is an intense concentration of fruit evoking mature aromas. Serve with red meats, game, or cheese. Learn More

The 5.6-acre Domaine Jacques Prieur parcel of 1er Cru Champ-Pimont sits on the slope overlooking the town of Beaune just west of the village. The vineyard faces due east and produces both red and white wines of superior quality. The soils range from clay based in the lower slopes to mineral rich (iron) gravel soils further up the the slope. Learn More

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

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This red wine is relatively light and can pair with a wide variety of foods. The grape prefers cooler climates and the wine is most often associated with Burgundy, Champagne and the U.S. west coast. Regional differences make it nearly as fickle as it is flexible. Learn More

This vine parcel overlooks the legendary Corton Mountain and is named after the Emperor Charlemagne to whom it once belonged. This wine is no exception and is a shining example of the perfect balance between power and delicacy. Learn More

A step into the world of grand crus is always a moment to remember. A universe where excellence and complexity are the key words. This wine is no exception, with its fine balance between structure and sensuality. Learn More

The 2015 Clos Vougeot has an intense and deep color with garnet hints. The nose is complex, unveiling aromas of blackcurrant, moka, undergrowth and a floral hint of violet. On tasting, it is powerful and ample with wonderful tannins, notes of cherry and coffee with a lot of persistence. Learn More

A deep bouquet of dark fruit and licorice. The palate is full-bodied and already expressive, but then becomes tighter, expressing power and exuberance. The youth of this Lafite does not hide its energy, but the distinctive elegance and complexity are already there. Learn More

Fine, concentrated color. Solid and dense on the palate, presenting good structure and well-defined tannins. A long, lingering palate with notes of violets on the finish. The 2010 is an elegant wine with excellent balance. Learn More

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