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Domaine Xavier Gérard 2022 Côte-Rôtie
French Red
$179.99
Licorice root and brambly blackberry lead the exact-vintage record, followed by crunchy blueberry and dark plum. Savoury old oak, cracked pepper and a touch of game add further detail. The finish is described as long, savoury and grippy, with those same dark-fruited, spicy and meaty elements continuing through an intensely flavoured aftertaste. Dark fruit, spice and game remain central throughout.
Domaine du Coulet 2021 Cornas Ogre
French Red
$199.99
Sourced from a particularly mineral parcel at Le Serre, the wine is entirely Syrah, grown at 350 metres on heavily degraded granite. Vinification and eighteen months of ageing take place in ovoid and diamond-shaped concrete vessels. The documented profile is highly spiced, tart-fruited and smoky, with granitic aromatics, very fine tannins and an exceptionally fresh finish.
Abbaye de Lérins 2014 Saint Honorat IGP Méditerranée
French Red
$49.99
Made entirely from Syrah, the wine is raised in casks that have already held one or two wines. The exact record describes an intense colour and a complex nose, with leather, spice, blackberry and blueberry. The palate is supple and rounded, while the tannins soften over time. Black fruit, savoury detail and gentle structure define the documented profile.
Domaines Ott 2013 Château Romassan Bandol Rouge
French Red
$129.99
Blackcurrant, morello cherry and spices define the documented tasting profile. The wine is described as rich and elegant, with fine, silky tannins through the finish. Mourvèdre supplies the established varietal identity, while long ageing is part of the producer’s approach to concentration and depth. Fruit, spice and polished tannin remain the central, clearly sourced details.
Château Henri Bonnaud 2013 Palette Rouge
French Red
$69.99
Deep cherry colour introduces a red built from Mourvèdre, Grenache and old-vine Carignan. Morello cherry and spice define the aromatic profile, while the palate is framed by tannins described as youthful yet silky. The finish is delicate and persistent. Cherry, spice and silky tannins form the central character of this Palette red, supported by its three-grape blend.
Château Pradeaux 2011 Bandol Rouge
French Red
$89.99
Mourvèdre forms the core, with Grenache in support. The cuvée is made with gentle crushing without destemming, native-yeast fermentation in temperature-controlled concrete and extended maceration. Long ageing follows in seasoned oak foudres. Freshness and firm tannins are central to the house style, placing grape composition, maceration and long foudre ageing at the centre of this traditional red.
Château de Pibarnon 2013 Bandol Rouge
French Red
$129.99
Structured and built for long ageing, the documented profile emphasizes volume, mass and amplitude. Those elements recede through the finish, leaving finesse, sweetness and fruit-shaped tannins. The estate also records fine tannin extraction, ripeness and minerality. Together, the notes describe a concentrated red whose scale settles into a detailed, composed and distinctly mineral, precisely defined close.
Château d’Agassac 2009 Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois
French Red
$119.99
A deep purple-red appearance leads to ripe black fruit, morello cherry, nutmeg and cinnamon. With air, macerated red cherry is joined by sandalwood, smoked beech and incense. The palate is dense and powerful, with concentrated tannins that remain silky rather than hard. Burnt pepper and damp garrigue appear on the long finish, followed by another echo of red cherry.
Château de Fargues 2003 Sauternes
French Dessert
$189.99
Deep gold with amber highlights introduces very ripe yellow fruit, candied apricot, roasted peach and mango. Honey, light caramel, vanilla and sweet spice add further aromatic detail. The palate is full and enveloping, with pronounced sweetness carried by structure. Candied fruit, honey, marzipan and spice continue into a long, warm and persistent finish, preserving the richness of the documented profile.
Bachelder 2011 Nuits-Saint-Georges La Petite Charmotte
French Red
$199.99
Field berries and wild flowers lead the aroma, followed by raspberry, ripe cherry, cassis and a light anise note. Floral and incense details sit beside the fruit, with savoury spice appearing through the palate. The tannins are evident but smooth, and a mineral element supports the fruit. Cherry, spice and floral notes carry into the long, documented finish.
Domaine Gaston & Pierre Ravaut 2013 Côte de Nuits-Villages Rouge
French Red
$129.99
Blackberry and blackcurrant define the producer’s documented fruit profile, set within a stated balance of tannin and acidity. The fruit comes from Pinot Noir grown on the slopes of Comblanchien. After complete destemming and stainless-steel fermentation, the wine spends twelve months in French oak, including fifteen percent new barrels, followed by six months on fine lees before bottling.
Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini 2013 Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes
French Red
$168.99
Ripe fruit and plum open the aroma, joined by spice, pepper and a light toasted note. The palate is fresh and fruit-driven, with red fruit, gooseberry and blueberry set against further spice. The structure is firm enough to carry the fruit while preserving its freshness. The finish continues with berry, pepper and spice, following the exact-vintage merchant description closely.
Domaine Gaston & Pierre Ravaut 2013 Aloxe-Corton Premier Cru
French Red
$169.99
Red and black fruits lead, with cherry and strawberry named in the producer’s profile. The palate is full-bodied and generous, carried by a powerful tannic structure. Hand harvesting, complete destemming and fermentation in stainless steel precede twelve months in French oak, including a small proportion of new barrels. Fruit and tannin remain the central features through the finish.
Château de la Maltroye 2014 Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Morgeot Vigne Blanche
French White
$259.99
Built around Chardonnay, this white Burgundy shows lemon zest, pear and white flowers, with a hazelnut nuance adding another documented aromatic detail. A fine texture is part of the profile, alongside limestone-driven minerality. Together, the source presents citrus, orchard fruit, floral character, a nutty note, tactile finesse and mineral definition in a clear, carefully delineated tasting portrait.
Domaine Sébastien Magnien 2013 Pommard Les Perrières
French Red
$129.99
Black fruit, ripe character and a light toasted note lead the profile. The palate is generous and refined, with spice adding a clear savoury element. Pinot Noir and Pommard provide the red-Burgundy context. Ripe fruit, toast and spice come together around a generous palate and refined texture, forming the principal character of this mature cuvée.
Domaine Poulleau Michel 2009 Volnay Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin
French Red
$129.99
Bright cherry, dried flowers and potpourri form an open, fragrant and high-toned aromatic profile. Pinot Noir provides the varietal basis, while the documented Volnay style is smooth and delicate. Red fruit and floral detail are the clearest elements, giving this mature Burgundy a fragrant, delicate expression with bright cherry and dried petals at its centre.
Domaine Louis Carillon et Fils 1999 Puligny-Montrachet
French White
$249.99
White peach, lemon zest and yellow apple lead a lifted, finely mature bouquet. Almond and wet stone add quiet depth, while a touch of beeswax brings savoury complexity. The palate is fresh and poised, with citrus brightness and mineral tension carrying the fruit. Elegant and persistent, it closes with orchard fruit, toasted almond and a clean, stony finish.
Maison Louis Jadot 2009 Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Estournelles-Saint-Jacques
French Red
$299.99
Cherry, redcurrant and cassis lead a ripe yet lifted bouquet. Liquorice, iris and crushed stone add aromatic detail, while espresso, cedar and a hint of grilled meat bring savoury depth. The palate is concentrated and elegant, with dark fruit carried by firm, even tannins and vivid minerality. Focused and persistent, it closes with tangy red berries, earth and spice.
Maison Joseph Drouhin 2009 Beaune Premier Cru Clos des Mouches Rouge
French Red
$299.99
Morello cherry, raspberry and blackberry lead an intense, fresh bouquet. Smoky notes and liquorice add depth, while pepper, tobacco and undergrowth bring mature savoury complexity. The palate is clear-cut and fleshy, its firm structure softened by silky tannins and lively acidity. Refined and harmonious, it closes with red fruit, earth and a long, gently spiced finish.
Maison Joseph Drouhin 2009 Chambolle-Musigny Magnum 1.5 L
French Red
$289.99
Violet and black cherry lead a bright, refined bouquet. Damp earth and a discreet truffle note add savoury complexity, while candied red fruit brings gentle richness. The palate is silky and composed, with fine tannins balancing supple texture and lively acidity. Elegant and persistent, it closes with cherry, earth and a long, delicately spiced finish.
Egly-Ouriet NV Les Vignes de Vrigny Premier Cru Extra Brut Champagne
French Sparkling
$209.99
Pear, apple and white grapefruit lead a bright, expressive bouquet. Raspberry and strawberry add a red-fruited accent, while honey, buttered toast and ginger bring savoury depth. The palate is precise and energetic, balancing a creamy mousse with vivid acidity and smoky chalky minerality. Dry and persistent, it closes with orchard fruit, citrus and a clean mineral lift.
Domaine Alex Moreau 2022 Pommard Premier Cru Les Fremiers
French Red
$275.99
Red berries and soft earth lead a highly floral, finely detailed bouquet. A touch of crushed anise adds lift, while subtle spice brings quiet savoury depth. The palate is generous and caressing, with excellent volume carried by fresh acidity and a clear mineral line. Firm and compact through the finish, it closes with red fruit, flowers and measured earthy tension.
Palmer 2020 Alter Ego de Palmer Margaux
French Red
$279.99
Violet, rose petal and ripe black cherry lead a vivid, perfumed bouquet. Blackberry and cassis add depth, while baking chocolate, cedar and crushed stone bring measured savoury detail. The palate is fleshy and seamless, with a bright core of dark fruit shaped by fine, powdery tannins and lively acidity. Fresh and expansive, it closes with berries, flowers and a long mineral finish.
Egly-Ouriet NV Les Vignes de Bisseuil Premier Cru Extra Brut Champagne
French Sparkling
$239.99
Lemon oil, crisp pear and green apple lead a bright, finely textured bouquet. White flowers and apricot add lift, while almond pastry and faint mineral smoke bring savoury depth. The palate is concentrated yet racy, its creamy texture sharpened by piercing acidity and a firm chalky line. Dry and persistent, it closes with citrus, orchard fruit and a saline finish.
Château d’Issan 2022 Margaux
French Red
$224.99
Blackcurrant, blackberry and dark cherry lead a concentrated, aromatic bouquet. Violet, orange peel and cedar add lift and polish, while graphite and dried herbs bring savoury definition. The palate is medium to full-bodied, its ripe fruit framed by fine, structured tannins and clear freshness. Supple and precise, it closes with dark berries, mineral detail and a long, quietly spicy finish.
Domaine de la Touraize 2018 Arbois Vin Jaune
French White
$204.99
Fresh leather and delicate flowers lead a lifted, quietly oxidative bouquet. Candied almond and warm spice add depth, while a clear pink-salt note keeps the profile vivid and savoury. The palate is airy and elegant rather than heavy, balancing nutty richness with fine acidity and persistent mineral tension. Distinctive and composed, it closes with dried fruit, sea salt and a long almond finish.
Domaine Piguet-Girardin 2022 Meursault
French White
$219.99
Ripe pear, white peach and yellow plum lead a generous, finely layered bouquet. White flowers, hazelnut and light toast add detail, while a discreet buttery note brings classic breadth. The palate is full and rounded without feeling heavy, its orchard fruit balanced by lively freshness and a limestone edge. Clean and persistent, it finishes with stone fruit, almond and quiet mineral tension.
Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2022 Rangen de Thann Clos Saint-Urbain Grand Cru Riesling
French White
$231.99
Smoke, flint and wet stone lead a restrained, intensely mineral bouquet. With air, yellow fruit and subtle tropical notes emerge, adding breadth without obscuring the volcanic character. The palate is powerful yet finely chiselled, driven by vivid acidity and a firm stony core. Dry, harmonious and exceptionally persistent, it closes with citrus, earth and an emphatic saline finish.
Château Beauregard 2019 Pomerol
French Red
$204.99
Black cherry, cassis and damson plum lead a deep, polished bouquet. Violet, dried herbs and liquorice add lift and savoury definition, while baking chocolate and gentle spice bring measured richness. The palate is full and fleshy, with concentrated dark fruit shaped by velvety tannins and fresh acidity. Harmonious and persistent, it closes with cocoa, earth and a lingering note of ripe berries.
Château Giscours 2022 Margaux
French Red
$229.99
Cassis, blackberry and dark cherry lead a deep, expressive bouquet. Violet and rose add lift, while graphite, cedar and savoury spice bring definition. The palate is rich yet fresh, its concentrated black fruit shaped by refined, creamy tannins and a clear mineral line. Powerful without excess, it closes long with dark berries, flowers, tobacco and a measured saline note.