France
Roally 2020 Vire-Clesse
$52.99“The 2019 Viré-Clessé is a cuvée predesigned to be what you might call a consumer-friendly Mâconnais from less noble terroirs. I can see how the bouquet would instantly entrance the casual drinker with clean and pure red apple and lime cordial scents. The palate is rounded, not soft, but mouth-filling with lime and Clementine notes. Not long, but very drinkable.”– Neal Martin, Vinous, 2021
Roches Bleues 2016 Des Lyz Cote Brouilly
$47.99Expect to find intense aromas of ripe dark fruits like blackberry, plum, or black cherry. The light barrel treatment lends hints of oak such as vanilla, toast, and cedar. Finally, you will find earthy undertones like leather, tobacco, or forest floor. Truly spectacular value Gamay here with just the right amount of age. We’ve done the aging for you.
Roches Bleues 2019 Cote Brouilly Foudre
$36.99On the nose you’ll find delightful aromas of ripe red fruits such as cherry, raspberry, and strawberry, characteristic of Gamay, the grape variety used in Beaujolais wines. Light floral notes of violet and iris add complexity to the aromatic profile. Subtle hints of spice, such as white pepper or clove, may also be present, contributing to the wine’s aromatic allure. The palate is marked by a juicy and lively acidity that gives the wine its refreshing quality. Expect a burst of red fruit flavors, with ripe cherry and raspberry dominating the forefront.
Saint Desirat 2022 Ardeche Syrah
$19.99100% Syrah. Sustainably Farmed. Lots of characteristic Northern Rhone black pepper spice and savoury complexity. Sourced from vineyards just outside Saint-Joseph, hence the great price.
It’s done in a juicy style, offering sappy spice-laced berry flavours on the palate. The spicy note recurs on the long, smooth finish. An exceptional value that is drinking superbly now.
