France
The vast and diverse wine regions of France, each with its own unique terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking techniques, are a treasure trove.
In Bordeaux, the birthplace of some of the world's most iconic wines, esteemed vineyards such as Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Haut-Brion produce exceptional red wines, showcasing the art of blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. The region is also renowned for its exquisite white wines, with vineyards like Château d'Yquem and Domaine de Chevalier producing legendary sweet wines.
Moving to Burgundy, the vineyards of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, and Domaine Armand Rousseau capture the essence of the region's revered terroir, crafting exquisite red wines from the Pinot Noir grape. Meanwhile, Domaine Leflaive and Domaine Coche-Dury are celebrated for their world-class white wines, predominantly made from Chardonnay.
The Champagne region, known for its sparkling wines, boasts illustrious houses such as Krug, Dom Pérignon, and Moët & Chandon, as well as grower-producers like Pierre Péters and Jacques Selosse. These vineyards create exceptional sparkling wines using the traditional method, offering a symphony of delicate bubbles, elegant flavors, and vibrant acidity.
In the Rhône Valley, iconic vineyards like Chapoutier, E. Guigal, and Château de Beaucastel produce remarkable red wines in the northern appellations of Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Cornas, showcasing the elegance and power of Syrah. Further south, Châteauneuf-du-Pape is celebrated for its rich and full-bodied red blends, with Château Rayas and Clos des Papes leading the way.
In Alsace, vineyards such as Domaine Zind-Humbrecht and omaine Trimbach craft exquisite white wines, including Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, expressing the region's unique terroir and varietal character.
These are just a few highlights among the diverse array of wines that France offers. From the Loire Valley's crisp whites and elegant reds to the Languedoc-Roussillon's bold and robust wines, each region presents its own vinous treasures.
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Wine Advocate (93)
The 2020 Hermitage from Maison E. Guigal opens with a deep, complex bouquet of tobacco leaf, baked dark berries, gentian, spices and subtle oak. Medium- to full-bodied, dense and structured, it’s powerful and concentrated, with a ripe, sun-warmed profile that concludes with a long, resonant and gently spicy finish. Keep it over the next 15–20 years.Inc. TAX€429.34 -
Inc. TAX€517.66 -
Vinous (93)
Dark, brilliant ruby. Pungent black raspberry and cherry aromas are complemented by floral, olive and baking spice nuances. Smooth and expansive on the palate, offering spice-tinged red and blue fruit preserve, licorice and allspice flavors that show fine delineation and mineral lift. Juicy and subtly chewy in texture, finishing with resonating blue fruit and spice character; tannins slowly emerge.Inc. TAX€311.96 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
One of the whites of the vintage in the appellation, the 2020 Saint Joseph Lieu-Dit Saint Joseph Blanc has awesome notes of quince, grilled peach, honeysuckle, and spicy wood. With medium to full-bodied richness, the balance is perfect, its oak is nicely integrated, and it has a great finish.Inc. TAX€421.19 -
Jancis Robinson (18+)
Tasted at the domaine. Beautiful nose with succulent pastille juiciness and purity with a strong smoked note. Such ripeness on the palate with beautiful depth and weight – the tannins are defined and sculpted – hard to believe it has 100% new oak. Plush and forward in a beautifully packaged, layered finish.Inc. TAX€865.16 -
(12x75cl) 2020Jeb Dunnuck (99)
The finest vintage of this cuvée I've tasted, the 2020 Saint Joseph Vignes De L'Hospice is a dead-ringer for an Hermitage from the Bessards lieu-dit and reveals a dense purple hue as well as insane aromatics of pure crème de cassis, lit gunpowder, crushed stone, graphite, and truffle, with a liquid violet-like floral character. Full-bodied, massively concentrated, deep, powerful, and muscular on the palate, it nevertheless stays flawlessly balanced, has ultra-fine tannins, and a regal, structured, age-worthy style. It might be the finest Saint Joseph I've ever tasted, and I might be underrating this beauty by a point. It should hit prime time in 7-8 years and have 30 years of overall longevity. This is a legendary Saint Joseph that you should have in your cellar.Inc. TAX€807.47 -
(6x75cl) 2020Jeb Dunnuck (99)
The finest vintage of this cuvée I've tasted, the 2020 Saint Joseph Vignes De L'Hospice is a dead-ringer for an Hermitage from the Bessards lieu-dit and reveals a dense purple hue as well as insane aromatics of pure crème de cassis, lit gunpowder, crushed stone, graphite, and truffle, with a liquid violet-like floral character. Full-bodied, massively concentrated, deep, powerful, and muscular on the palate, it nevertheless stays flawlessly balanced, has ultra-fine tannins, and a regal, structured, age-worthy style. It might be the finest Saint Joseph I've ever tasted, and I might be underrating this beauty by a point. It should hit prime time in 7-8 years and have 30 years of overall longevity. This is a legendary Saint Joseph that you should have in your cellar.Inc. TAX€553.19 -
Inc. TAX€251.83 -
Inc. TAX€706.54 -
Guillard's parcel of 1er Cru Les Corbeaux is in a spectacular position bordered on one side by Mazis Chambertin and the village of Gevrey. It is a deeply coloured, bright and vibrant wine with juicy and vibrant fruit characteristics of cherry and plum, with fine, firm tannins. There is classic ripe focussed Gevrey fruit here that celebrates both the village and vintage. A fine combination that makes this a uniquely impressive value for drinkers and collectors.Inc. TAX€571.92 -
Inc. TAX€124.13 -
Inc. TAX€106.75 -
Inc. TAX€432.72 -
Inc. TAX€472.32
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Inc. TAX€142.75
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Inc. TAX€142.75
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Inc. TAX€142.75
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Vinous (94)
Opaque ruby. Powerful aromas of ripe dark fruits, olive, smoked meat and exotic spices; a suave floral element builds in the glass. Sappy and energetic on the palate, offering densely packed black and blue fruit, floral pastille and spicecake flavors that turn sweeter on the back half. Finishes very long and juicy, with strong energy and gently gripping tannins that merge smoothly with the wine's concentrated dark fruit. 10% new oak.Inc. TAX€187.15 -
Vinous (95)
Saturated ruby. Penetrating aromas of cherry, black raspberry, candied flowers and smoked meat are complemented by exotic spice and mineral flourishes. Offers concentrated dark berry and cherry preserve, licorice and olive paste flavors that are sharpened by an emerging black pepper note. Closes impressively long, focused and spicy, with mounting tannins and resonating mineral and smoke notes.Inc. TAX€707.76 -
Vinous (95)
Saturated ruby. Penetrating aromas of cherry, black raspberry, candied flowers and smoked meat are complemented by exotic spice and mineral flourishes. Offers concentrated dark berry and cherry preserve, licorice and olive paste flavors that are sharpened by an emerging black pepper note. Closes impressively long, focused and spicy, with mounting tannins and resonating mineral and smoke notes.Inc. TAX€115.15 -
(6x75cl) 2018Vinous (95)
Saturated ruby. Penetrating aromas of cherry, black raspberry, candied flowers and smoked meat are complemented by exotic spice and mineral flourishes. Offers concentrated dark berry and cherry preserve, licorice and olive paste flavors that are sharpened by an emerging black pepper note. Closes impressively long, focused and spicy, with mounting tannins and resonating mineral and smoke notes.Inc. TAX€387.34 -
Vinous (96)
Vivid purple. Deeply pitched cherry, dark berry preserve and licorice aromas pick up smoky mineral, olive and floral notes with air. Chewy and penetrating on the palate, offering concentrated, mineral-drenched bitter cherry, blackberry, fruitcake and floral pastille flavors that spread out steadily and turn sweeter with air. Shows solid grip and resonating minerality on a wonderfully long, smoky finish that echoes the dark berry and licorice notes. This is all Chaillot fruit, Gilles told me.Inc. TAX€142.44 -
(6x75cl) 2020Vinous (96)
Vivid purple. Deeply pitched cherry, dark berry preserve and licorice aromas pick up smoky mineral, olive and floral notes with air. Chewy and penetrating on the palate, offering concentrated, mineral-drenched bitter cherry, blackberry, fruitcake and floral pastille flavors that spread out steadily and turn sweeter with air. Shows solid grip and resonating minerality on a wonderfully long, smoky finish that echoes the dark berry and licorice notes. This is all Chaillot fruit, Gilles told me.Inc. TAX€505.43 -
Vinous (93-95)
Bright purple. Mineral-accented aromas of ripe dark berries, licorice and violet show fine clarity and spicy lift. Energetic and focused in the mouth, offering juicy blackberry, bitter cherry, smoked meat and fruitcake flavors that deepen through the back half. Turns sweeter on the long, smoky finish, which features well-knit tannins and lingering floral and exotic spice notes.Inc. TAX€114.53 -
(3x75cl) 2021Vinous (93-95)
Bright purple. Mineral-accented aromas of ripe dark berries, licorice and violet show fine clarity and spicy lift. Energetic and focused in the mouth, offering juicy blackberry, bitter cherry, smoked meat and fruitcake flavors that deepen through the back half. Turns sweeter on the long, smoky finish, which features well-knit tannins and lingering floral and exotic spice notes.Inc. TAX€219.95 -
As a renowned offering from the Rhône Valley in France, the Guillaume Gilles Saint-Peray 2021 is a masterful blend of Marsanne and Roussanne. Gilles, a maestro of winemaking, meticulously hand-harvests each grape from the rare limestone soils of Saint-Péray, allowing nature to define the flavour. Aged eleven months in a combination of demi-muids and foudres, this wine showcases Gilles' holistic approach. He opts for natural fermentation, enhancing the complexity and texture of the wine without compromising its inherent character.
The resulting Guillaume Gilles Saint-Peray 2021 carries a rich blend of floral aromas bumped with nuanced stone fruit flavours. Its harmonic balance and long, generous finish is leaving even seasoned connoisseurs impressed. A fine example of Gilles' unwavering dedication to natural methods, every bottle captures the earthy essence of the Saint-Péray vineyards. Sip on this gem for a lavish experience of old-world viniculture elevated by modern artisanship.
Inc. TAX€253.68 -
Wine Advocate (95-97)
Blended from the lieux-dits of La Crau and Rayas, the 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape La Muse tank sample carries a hint of fresh herbs upfront for freshness but also plush black cherry fruit, creamy/supple tannins and a long, licorice-tinged finish. It looks to be a stunner!Inc. TAX€672.94 -
(3x75cl) NVWine Advocate (96)
Based on the 2019 vintage and disgorged in February 2024 with 1.5 grams per liter dosage, Guillaume Selosse’s NV Blanc de Noirs Largillier, as usual, derives from the same vines within the monopole of Jérôme Coessens in Aube and is made at the former Jacques Selosse cellar in Avize, which is located at street level and is considerably drier. After spending two years in barrels, with minimal topping up, the wine with its lees is then transferred for an additional year in a horizontal 28-hectoliter stainless steel tank to complement the 300 liters of historical blend (reserve). In other words, the wine is matured on its fine lees for three full years before bottling. All this effort is based on the raw material itself, as the fruit, even picked at end of harvest at high maturity, has a very low pH with a laser-like profile, hence the choice of long élevage. Wafting from the glass with a deep bouquet of toasted nuts, dried fruit, tangerine zest and spices, it’s flamboyant and textural with a tangy line of acidity and chalky structuring extract bringing freshness to its generous profile. I must report that it’s one of the last releases of this superb cuvée. “I've understood the terroir and have decided to stop with the 2021 vintage, as I want to dedicate my full attention to Jacques Selosse and Au Dessus du Gros Mont, the plots that we own," Guillaume explains.Inc. TAX€2,189.89 -
(5x75cl) NVWine Advocate (96)
Based on the 2019 vintage and disgorged in February 2024 with 1.5 grams per liter dosage, Guillaume Selosse’s NV Blanc de Noirs Largillier, as usual, derives from the same vines within the monopole of Jérôme Coessens in Aube and is made at the former Jacques Selosse cellar in Avize, which is located at street level and is considerably drier. After spending two years in barrels, with minimal topping up, the wine with its lees is then transferred for an additional year in a horizontal 28-hectoliter stainless steel tank to complement the 300 liters of historical blend (reserve). In other words, the wine is matured on its fine lees for three full years before bottling. All this effort is based on the raw material itself, as the fruit, even picked at end of harvest at high maturity, has a very low pH with a laser-like profile, hence the choice of long élevage. Wafting from the glass with a deep bouquet of toasted nuts, dried fruit, tangerine zest and spices, it’s flamboyant and textural with a tangy line of acidity and chalky structuring extract bringing freshness to its generous profile. I must report that it’s one of the last releases of this superb cuvée. “I've understood the terroir and have decided to stop with the 2021 vintage, as I want to dedicate my full attention to Jacques Selosse and Au Dessus du Gros Mont, the plots that we own," Guillaume explains.Inc. TAX€3,001.15
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Wine Advocate (93)
The 2020 Hermitage from Maison E. Guigal opens with a deep, complex bouquet of tobacco leaf, baked dark berries, gentian, spices and subtle oak. Medium- to full-bodied, dense and structured, it’s powerful and concentrated, with a ripe, sun-warmed profile that concludes with a long, resonant and gently spicy finish. Keep it over the next 15–20 years.In Bond€334.00 -
In Bond€387.00
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Vinous (93)
Dark, brilliant ruby. Pungent black raspberry and cherry aromas are complemented by floral, olive and baking spice nuances. Smooth and expansive on the palate, offering spice-tinged red and blue fruit preserve, licorice and allspice flavors that show fine delineation and mineral lift. Juicy and subtly chewy in texture, finishing with resonating blue fruit and spice character; tannins slowly emerge.In Bond€214.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
One of the whites of the vintage in the appellation, the 2020 Saint Joseph Lieu-Dit Saint Joseph Blanc has awesome notes of quince, grilled peach, honeysuckle, and spicy wood. With medium to full-bodied richness, the balance is perfect, its oak is nicely integrated, and it has a great finish.In Bond€328.00 -
Jancis Robinson (18+)
Tasted at the domaine. Beautiful nose with succulent pastille juiciness and purity with a strong smoked note. Such ripeness on the palate with beautiful depth and weight – the tannins are defined and sculpted – hard to believe it has 100% new oak. Plush and forward in a beautifully packaged, layered finish.In Bond€675.00 -
(12x75cl) 2020
Jeb Dunnuck (99)
The finest vintage of this cuvée I've tasted, the 2020 Saint Joseph Vignes De L'Hospice is a dead-ringer for an Hermitage from the Bessards lieu-dit and reveals a dense purple hue as well as insane aromatics of pure crème de cassis, lit gunpowder, crushed stone, graphite, and truffle, with a liquid violet-like floral character. Full-bodied, massively concentrated, deep, powerful, and muscular on the palate, it nevertheless stays flawlessly balanced, has ultra-fine tannins, and a regal, structured, age-worthy style. It might be the finest Saint Joseph I've ever tasted, and I might be underrating this beauty by a point. It should hit prime time in 7-8 years and have 30 years of overall longevity. This is a legendary Saint Joseph that you should have in your cellar.In Bond€627.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Jeb Dunnuck (99)
The finest vintage of this cuvée I've tasted, the 2020 Saint Joseph Vignes De L'Hospice is a dead-ringer for an Hermitage from the Bessards lieu-dit and reveals a dense purple hue as well as insane aromatics of pure crème de cassis, lit gunpowder, crushed stone, graphite, and truffle, with a liquid violet-like floral character. Full-bodied, massively concentrated, deep, powerful, and muscular on the palate, it nevertheless stays flawlessly balanced, has ultra-fine tannins, and a regal, structured, age-worthy style. It might be the finest Saint Joseph I've ever tasted, and I might be underrating this beauty by a point. It should hit prime time in 7-8 years and have 30 years of overall longevity. This is a legendary Saint Joseph that you should have in your cellar.In Bond€438.00 -
In Bond€164.00
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In Bond€565.00
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Guillard's parcel of 1er Cru Les Corbeaux is in a spectacular position bordered on one side by Mazis Chambertin and the village of Gevrey. It is a deeply coloured, bright and vibrant wine with juicy and vibrant fruit characteristics of cherry and plum, with fine, firm tannins. There is classic ripe focussed Gevrey fruit here that celebrates both the village and vintage. A fine combination that makes this a uniquely impressive value for drinkers and collectors.In Bond€456.00
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In Bond€100.00
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In Bond€85.00
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In Bond€340.00
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In Bond€373.00
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In Bond€104.00
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In Bond€115.00
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In Bond€115.00
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In Bond€115.00
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Vinous (94)
Opaque ruby. Powerful aromas of ripe dark fruits, olive, smoked meat and exotic spices; a suave floral element builds in the glass. Sappy and energetic on the palate, offering densely packed black and blue fruit, floral pastille and spicecake flavors that turn sweeter on the back half. Finishes very long and juicy, with strong energy and gently gripping tannins that merge smoothly with the wine's concentrated dark fruit. 10% new oak.In Bond€152.00 -
Vinous (95)
Saturated ruby. Penetrating aromas of cherry, black raspberry, candied flowers and smoked meat are complemented by exotic spice and mineral flourishes. Offers concentrated dark berry and cherry preserve, licorice and olive paste flavors that are sharpened by an emerging black pepper note. Closes impressively long, focused and spicy, with mounting tannins and resonating mineral and smoke notes.In Bond€547.00 -
Vinous (95)
Saturated ruby. Penetrating aromas of cherry, black raspberry, candied flowers and smoked meat are complemented by exotic spice and mineral flourishes. Offers concentrated dark berry and cherry preserve, licorice and olive paste flavors that are sharpened by an emerging black pepper note. Closes impressively long, focused and spicy, with mounting tannins and resonating mineral and smoke notes.In Bond€92.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018
Vinous (95)
Saturated ruby. Penetrating aromas of cherry, black raspberry, candied flowers and smoked meat are complemented by exotic spice and mineral flourishes. Offers concentrated dark berry and cherry preserve, licorice and olive paste flavors that are sharpened by an emerging black pepper note. Closes impressively long, focused and spicy, with mounting tannins and resonating mineral and smoke notes.In Bond€299.00 -
Vinous (96)
Vivid purple. Deeply pitched cherry, dark berry preserve and licorice aromas pick up smoky mineral, olive and floral notes with air. Chewy and penetrating on the palate, offering concentrated, mineral-drenched bitter cherry, blackberry, fruitcake and floral pastille flavors that spread out steadily and turn sweeter with air. Shows solid grip and resonating minerality on a wonderfully long, smoky finish that echoes the dark berry and licorice notes. This is all Chaillot fruit, Gilles told me.In Bond€115.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Vinous (96)
Vivid purple. Deeply pitched cherry, dark berry preserve and licorice aromas pick up smoky mineral, olive and floral notes with air. Chewy and penetrating on the palate, offering concentrated, mineral-drenched bitter cherry, blackberry, fruitcake and floral pastille flavors that spread out steadily and turn sweeter with air. Shows solid grip and resonating minerality on a wonderfully long, smoky finish that echoes the dark berry and licorice notes. This is all Chaillot fruit, Gilles told me.In Bond€399.00 -
Vinous (93-95)
Bright purple. Mineral-accented aromas of ripe dark berries, licorice and violet show fine clarity and spicy lift. Energetic and focused in the mouth, offering juicy blackberry, bitter cherry, smoked meat and fruitcake flavors that deepen through the back half. Turns sweeter on the long, smoky finish, which features well-knit tannins and lingering floral and exotic spice notes.In Bond€92.00 -
(3x75cl) 2021
Vinous (93-95)
Bright purple. Mineral-accented aromas of ripe dark berries, licorice and violet show fine clarity and spicy lift. Energetic and focused in the mouth, offering juicy blackberry, bitter cherry, smoked meat and fruitcake flavors that deepen through the back half. Turns sweeter on the long, smoky finish, which features well-knit tannins and lingering floral and exotic spice notes.In Bond€173.00 -
As a renowned offering from the Rhône Valley in France, the Guillaume Gilles Saint-Peray 2021 is a masterful blend of Marsanne and Roussanne. Gilles, a maestro of winemaking, meticulously hand-harvests each grape from the rare limestone soils of Saint-Péray, allowing nature to define the flavour. Aged eleven months in a combination of demi-muids and foudres, this wine showcases Gilles' holistic approach. He opts for natural fermentation, enhancing the complexity and texture of the wine without compromising its inherent character.
The resulting Guillaume Gilles Saint-Peray 2021 carries a rich blend of floral aromas bumped with nuanced stone fruit flavours. Its harmonic balance and long, generous finish is leaving even seasoned connoisseurs impressed. A fine example of Gilles' unwavering dedication to natural methods, every bottle captures the earthy essence of the Saint-Péray vineyards. Sip on this gem for a lavish experience of old-world viniculture elevated by modern artisanship.
In Bond€190.00 -
Wine Advocate (95-97)
Blended from the lieux-dits of La Crau and Rayas, the 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape La Muse tank sample carries a hint of fresh herbs upfront for freshness but also plush black cherry fruit, creamy/supple tannins and a long, licorice-tinged finish. It looks to be a stunner!In Bond€537.00 -
(3x75cl) NV
Wine Advocate (96)
Based on the 2019 vintage and disgorged in February 2024 with 1.5 grams per liter dosage, Guillaume Selosse’s NV Blanc de Noirs Largillier, as usual, derives from the same vines within the monopole of Jérôme Coessens in Aube and is made at the former Jacques Selosse cellar in Avize, which is located at street level and is considerably drier. After spending two years in barrels, with minimal topping up, the wine with its lees is then transferred for an additional year in a horizontal 28-hectoliter stainless steel tank to complement the 300 liters of historical blend (reserve). In other words, the wine is matured on its fine lees for three full years before bottling. All this effort is based on the raw material itself, as the fruit, even picked at end of harvest at high maturity, has a very low pH with a laser-like profile, hence the choice of long élevage. Wafting from the glass with a deep bouquet of toasted nuts, dried fruit, tangerine zest and spices, it’s flamboyant and textural with a tangy line of acidity and chalky structuring extract bringing freshness to its generous profile. I must report that it’s one of the last releases of this superb cuvée. “I've understood the terroir and have decided to stop with the 2021 vintage, as I want to dedicate my full attention to Jacques Selosse and Au Dessus du Gros Mont, the plots that we own," Guillaume explains.In Bond€1,815.00 -
(5x75cl) NV
Wine Advocate (96)
Based on the 2019 vintage and disgorged in February 2024 with 1.5 grams per liter dosage, Guillaume Selosse’s NV Blanc de Noirs Largillier, as usual, derives from the same vines within the monopole of Jérôme Coessens in Aube and is made at the former Jacques Selosse cellar in Avize, which is located at street level and is considerably drier. After spending two years in barrels, with minimal topping up, the wine with its lees is then transferred for an additional year in a horizontal 28-hectoliter stainless steel tank to complement the 300 liters of historical blend (reserve). In other words, the wine is matured on its fine lees for three full years before bottling. All this effort is based on the raw material itself, as the fruit, even picked at end of harvest at high maturity, has a very low pH with a laser-like profile, hence the choice of long élevage. Wafting from the glass with a deep bouquet of toasted nuts, dried fruit, tangerine zest and spices, it’s flamboyant and textural with a tangy line of acidity and chalky structuring extract bringing freshness to its generous profile. I must report that it’s one of the last releases of this superb cuvée. “I've understood the terroir and have decided to stop with the 2021 vintage, as I want to dedicate my full attention to Jacques Selosse and Au Dessus du Gros Mont, the plots that we own," Guillaume explains.In Bond€2,485.00
