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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Rhone | 4 | - |
Inc. TAX
€158.14 |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€392.56 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN (ST)) |
Inc. TAX
€161.95 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (95)Bright ruby red. Perfumed, high-pitched aromas of cherry, minerals, spices and licorice: Cellarmaster Christophe Bouillot describes this as the domain's "upstairs Corton," while the Bressandes is their downstairs version. Precise and fine-grained in the mouth, with lovely mineral and violet high notes lifting the black cherry and licorice flavors. Really saturates the palate without leaving any impression of undue weight. Very long on the aftertaste. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 91-93 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€1,435.46 |
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Vinous (91-93)Medium ruby. Black cherry, licorice and crushed stone on the nose, complicated by a smoky nuance. Lusher and broader than the Bressandes but nicely delineated as well, delivering a burst of black cherry fruit. Finishes firmly tannic, focused and subtly long, with terrific energy. A very graceful Corton grand cru. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (BH) |
Inc. TAX
€1,423.46 |
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Burghound (94)The ripe and ultra-fresh aromas are from the darker side of the fruit spectrum while including plenty of spice, warm earth, menthol and plenty of sauvage character. There is both fine detail and a beguiling texture to the equally broad-shouldered and even more mineral-inflected flavors that possess even better complexity on the balanced and hugely long finish. Unusually, this appears to be just a bit less structured than the Bressandes and should also be approachable on the younger side if that's your preference. |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,496.77 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,569.36 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€689.74 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€130,493.56 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€144,501.07 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€63,777.07 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€69,659.56 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€110,853.07 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€78,629.08 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€115,047.36 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€34,913.95 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€50,808.17 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€6,338.24 |
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Vinous (95)The 2009 Corton is a showstopper. The huge, boisterous bouquet is the first sign the Corton is just as dazzling from bottle as it was from barrel. Layers of fruit saturate the palate as this flashy, exuberant wine continues to put on weight as it sits in the glass. This is a decidedly opulent Burgundy that pushes the boundaries of what longtime DRC drinkers expect from the winery, but it is a gorgeous, striking wine in its own way. The 2009 is a great first vintage for the Corton. |
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Rhone | 4 | - |
In Bond
€108.00 |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
In Bond
€278.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN (ST)) |
In Bond
€131.00 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (95)Bright ruby red. Perfumed, high-pitched aromas of cherry, minerals, spices and licorice: Cellarmaster Christophe Bouillot describes this as the domain's "upstairs Corton," while the Bressandes is their downstairs version. Precise and fine-grained in the mouth, with lovely mineral and violet high notes lifting the black cherry and licorice flavors. Really saturates the palate without leaving any impression of undue weight. Very long on the aftertaste. |
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Burgundy | 3 | 91-93 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,155.00 |
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Vinous (91-93)Medium ruby. Black cherry, licorice and crushed stone on the nose, complicated by a smoky nuance. Lusher and broader than the Bressandes but nicely delineated as well, delivering a burst of black cherry fruit. Finishes firmly tannic, focused and subtly long, with terrific energy. A very graceful Corton grand cru. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (BH) |
In Bond
€1,145.00 |
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Burghound (94)The ripe and ultra-fresh aromas are from the darker side of the fruit spectrum while including plenty of spice, warm earth, menthol and plenty of sauvage character. There is both fine detail and a beguiling texture to the equally broad-shouldered and even more mineral-inflected flavors that possess even better complexity on the balanced and hugely long finish. Unusually, this appears to be just a bit less structured than the Bressandes and should also be approachable on the younger side if that's your preference. |
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Burgundy | 4 | - |
In Bond
€1,210.00 |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
€1,265.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€551.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€108,705.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€120,370.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€53,100.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€58,010.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€92,330.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€65,485.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€95,830.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€29,070.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
€42,310.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
€5,275.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2009 Corton is a showstopper. The huge, boisterous bouquet is the first sign the Corton is just as dazzling from bottle as it was from barrel. Layers of fruit saturate the palate as this flashy, exuberant wine continues to put on weight as it sits in the glass. This is a decidedly opulent Burgundy that pushes the boundaries of what longtime DRC drinkers expect from the winery, but it is a gorgeous, striking wine in its own way. The 2009 is a great first vintage for the Corton. |
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