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.
France
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Champagne | 30 | 90 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. TAX
€342.94 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90)NV Extra Brut Cuvée Ultra D is a blend of 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay, with about one third reserve wines. Melted butter and caramelized plum on the nose promise a rounded wine. The palate follows with smooth butteriness on a mellow, rounded frame; smoothness, mellowness and richness call out for food and are delineated by fine freshness. The yeasty echo is long and savory. Dosage is 3 grams per liter. (Lot: 250923-104) |
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Bordeaux | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€514.27 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WE) |
Inc. TAX
€597.07 |
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Wine Enthusiast (92)91-93 Barrel sample. Well structured, this has dry tannins over vivid black fruits. It shows acidity but also great juicy sweetness. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,684.82 |
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Experience the embodiment of Chardonnay perfection in a bottle with the Dhondt-Grellet Blanc de Blancs Les Nogers 1er Cru Extra Brut 2013. Crafted in the heart of the Côte des Blancs in the illustrious Champagne region of France, this wine exemplifies the masterful artistry of the Dhondt-Grellet maison, a family-run winery renowned for their sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques. Grown in the premier Les Nogers vineyard, each grape bestows this wine with remarkable freshness, expressive minerality, and elegant complexity. Aged on lees for a minimum of four years before disgorgement, this artisanal Extra Brut vintage captures the essence of its terroir brilliantly, with alluring bouquet of crisp green apple, floral bloom, and subtle brioche notes. Savour each sip of the Dhondt-Grellet Blanc de Blancs Les Nogers 1er Cru Extra Brut 2013 as you revel in its phenomenal balance, delicate mousse, and persistent finish that echoes sophistication. |
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Champagne | 3 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€156.22 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The new NV Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Les Terres Fines is based on the 2022 vintage and was disgorged in January 2025 with a dosage of 1.5 grams per liter. A blend from Cuis and Grauves, aged in 228-liter barrels (around 25% new) and complemented by 30% wine from a perpetual reserve dating back to 1986, it soars from the glass with a bouquet of dried white flowers, lemon oil, peach, toasted bread and smoke. Full-bodied and concentrated, layered and slightly more incisive than Roc Solare of the same base, it is underpinned by racy acidity and an ample, structuring chalky extract. Adrien recalls 2022 as an easy vintage—hot and dry, without disease pressure—offering a marked stylistic contrast to the chiseled wines produced in 2021. |
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Champagne | 2 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€480.02 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The new NV Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Les Terres Fines is based on the 2022 vintage and was disgorged in January 2025 with a dosage of 1.5 grams per liter. A blend from Cuis and Grauves, aged in 228-liter barrels (around 25% new) and complemented by 30% wine from a perpetual reserve dating back to 1986, it soars from the glass with a bouquet of dried white flowers, lemon oil, peach, toasted bread and smoke. Full-bodied and concentrated, layered and slightly more incisive than Roc Solare of the same base, it is underpinned by racy acidity and an ample, structuring chalky extract. Adrien recalls 2022 as an easy vintage—hot and dry, without disease pressure—offering a marked stylistic contrast to the chiseled wines produced in 2021. |
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Loire | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,240.75 |
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Loire | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,426.75 |
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Champagne | 30 | 90 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
€262.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90)NV Extra Brut Cuvée Ultra D is a blend of 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay, with about one third reserve wines. Melted butter and caramelized plum on the nose promise a rounded wine. The palate follows with smooth butteriness on a mellow, rounded frame; smoothness, mellowness and richness call out for food and are delineated by fine freshness. The yeasty echo is long and savory. Dosage is 3 grams per liter. (Lot: 250923-104) |
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Bordeaux | 2 | - |
In Bond
€381.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WE) |
In Bond
€450.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (92)91-93 Barrel sample. Well structured, this has dry tannins over vivid black fruits. It shows acidity but also great juicy sweetness. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,385.00 |
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Experience the embodiment of Chardonnay perfection in a bottle with the Dhondt-Grellet Blanc de Blancs Les Nogers 1er Cru Extra Brut 2013. Crafted in the heart of the Côte des Blancs in the illustrious Champagne region of France, this wine exemplifies the masterful artistry of the Dhondt-Grellet maison, a family-run winery renowned for their sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques. Grown in the premier Les Nogers vineyard, each grape bestows this wine with remarkable freshness, expressive minerality, and elegant complexity. Aged on lees for a minimum of four years before disgorgement, this artisanal Extra Brut vintage captures the essence of its terroir brilliantly, with alluring bouquet of crisp green apple, floral bloom, and subtle brioche notes. Savour each sip of the Dhondt-Grellet Blanc de Blancs Les Nogers 1er Cru Extra Brut 2013 as you revel in its phenomenal balance, delicate mousse, and persistent finish that echoes sophistication. |
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Champagne | 3 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
€127.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The new NV Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Les Terres Fines is based on the 2022 vintage and was disgorged in January 2025 with a dosage of 1.5 grams per liter. A blend from Cuis and Grauves, aged in 228-liter barrels (around 25% new) and complemented by 30% wine from a perpetual reserve dating back to 1986, it soars from the glass with a bouquet of dried white flowers, lemon oil, peach, toasted bread and smoke. Full-bodied and concentrated, layered and slightly more incisive than Roc Solare of the same base, it is underpinned by racy acidity and an ample, structuring chalky extract. Adrien recalls 2022 as an easy vintage—hot and dry, without disease pressure—offering a marked stylistic contrast to the chiseled wines produced in 2021. |
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Champagne | 2 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
€381.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The new NV Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Les Terres Fines is based on the 2022 vintage and was disgorged in January 2025 with a dosage of 1.5 grams per liter. A blend from Cuis and Grauves, aged in 228-liter barrels (around 25% new) and complemented by 30% wine from a perpetual reserve dating back to 1986, it soars from the glass with a bouquet of dried white flowers, lemon oil, peach, toasted bread and smoke. Full-bodied and concentrated, layered and slightly more incisive than Roc Solare of the same base, it is underpinned by racy acidity and an ample, structuring chalky extract. Adrien recalls 2022 as an easy vintage—hot and dry, without disease pressure—offering a marked stylistic contrast to the chiseled wines produced in 2021. |
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Loire | 2 | - |
In Bond
€1,030.00 |
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Loire | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,185.00 |
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