22 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: France
96+ Points

Domaine Laroche Chablis 1er Les Vaillons VV 2022

Deliciously crisp and beautifully textured, with a silky, full-bodied feel and just the right touch of polished oak. Bright tangerine and intense lemon-candy flavors are energized by loads of freshness. The pronounced saline-mineral character adds tension and keeps the wine remarkably vibrant. The spicy, mouthwatering finish lingers with citrus and crushed stone. An excellent value... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Champagne Saint Chamant Blanc de Blancs Millesime 2008

Spicy, honeysuckle nose with that intoxicating pure Chardonnay bead rushing through the rim. Hints of toasty brioche, orange peel, lemon drops, and fresh baked sourdough accentuate this well rounded, classy bubbly as layers of apple, nectarine, pear, lime, fresh baked pastry and mineral unfold. The finish leaves the impressions of and a yearning for creme... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Domaine Bott Viognier First Flight 2018

The majestic bouquet features alluring notes of gardenia and beeswax. The oh-so silky smooth texture offers a veritable symphony of fun fruit and floral notes, including butterscotch, honeysuckle, nectarines, and white peach, plus a hint of flaky pastry on the finish. Beautifully balanced, this is a wine that matches perfectly with seafood (Lobster) with rich... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Domaine Jessiaume Santenay 1er Les Gravieres Rouge 2020

This brilliant bottling from Domaine Jessiaume is a testament to the power of a top vintage. With its earthy notes impressively integrated with juicy pomegranate, dry cherry, raspberry, roses, and fresh-cut herbs, one might think this was valued at over $100. In our blind tasting, some of us guessed it to be an Oregon Pinot,... Read Full Review →
96 Points

Mader Riesling Rosacker Grand Cru 2018

The 2018 Mader Grand Cru Rosacker Riesling has aromas of honeysuckle and exotic fruits, and on the palate manages to be at once luxurious and refreshing. In the glass, lush flavors of tropical mango, ripe peach and guava are lifted with notes of crisp pear, bright winter citrus fruits and a stoney minerality. A 30-60... Read Full Review →
97 Points

Champagne Saint Chamant Blanc de Blancs Millesime 2010

Imminently refreshing and oh-so-fine bubbles introduce a honeysuckle bouquet with hints of honeysuckle, lemon zest, and fresh baked sourdough. Elegant layers of pear, lime, and mineral unfold with hints of creme brûlée on the satisfying finish. Another delightfully classy release from one of our very favorite under-the-radar Champagne houses. Read Full Review →
97 Points

Champagne Saint Chamant Blanc de Blancs Craie NV

Imminently refreshing and elegant bubbles introduce a honeysuckle bouquet with hints of flakey croissant, orange peel, lemon zest, and fresh baked sourdough. Delicious layers of apple, nectarine, pear, lime, and mineral unfold with hints of creme brûlée with a dry honeyed feel as the rich mousse echoes on the long finish. Another delightfully classy release... Read Full Review →
97 Points

Domaine Jessiaume Santenay 1er Les Gravieres 2018

Once again, this Les Gravieres from Domaine Jessiaume is the most exciting white Burgundy under $75 imported this year. The deliciously rich and creamy texture leads to beautiful notes of cotton candy, savory lemon curd, green apple and nectarine with effortless minerality and acidity. Extremely crowd pleasing! Read Full Review →