90 Points - Jeff Leve. Chateau La Croix St. Georges is one of Pomerol's lesser-known stars, but a star it is. 2017 produced wines that were soft and luscious, something that suited this 95% Merlot wine well.  Plump and juicy, the bouquet is that classic Pomerol mix of cherries, plums, vanilla and Asian spices, while the palate is gloriously soft and enveloping, nicely supported by the rounded tannins and clean, strawberry acidity. Drink now and over the next 5-10 years with everything from mushr

A lesser-known Bordeaux property, the Chateau Le Thil Comte Clary 2013 was rated highly by Decanter's former Consultant Editor, Steven Spurrier, who said it possessed, 'Fresh crunchy fruit, (a) good lifted Pessac-Léognan with character and charm. Now mature, it's taken on that lovely smokey, undergrowth character that is so attractive in mature red Bordeaux. Enjoy this on its own or with roast pork, venison, or cheeses. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Apr 2025) About the Producer Château Le Thil Comte Clary

Founded in 1882, Domaine de La Croix is ​​close to the village of La Croix Valmer and the beaches of St. Croix. Tropez. In the 1955 ranking, the winery was designated as Cru Classé de Provence and is the largest Cru Classé vineyard in the area. Cuvee Empereur is the most prestigious wine of the domaine and produced in only very small quantities.  Wine Press "This wine belongs to the breed of greats and will accompany summer aperitifs and gourmet meals with equal success." - Laurent Derhé, Presid

To be awarded the prestigious "Sélection de Grains Nobles" label, each grape—hand-selected after noble rot develops—is meticulously harvested one by one in late October or early November under strict state supervision. The grapes are gently pressed to extract their purest juice and aromas, initiating a natural fermentation process guided by careful temperature control to ensure balance and depth. After two to three months, the wine is racked to begin maturing, followed by filtration for stabilit

"Burgundy hits the bullseye with 2019" - James Suckling - Most famous for its Pinot Noir, only 10% of the wines from Savigny-Lès-Beaune are made using Chardonnay. This Savigny-Lès-Beaune from the outsanding 2019 Vintage is sourced from the south facing sunny climats of 'Les Planchots' and 'Les Pimentiers'. Hand harvested and fermented using natural yeasts, this is a full bodied wine but without being too heavy with exotic fruits and golden apple, a wine to savour in its youth. A fantastic Burgun

96 Points - Cameron Douglas, MS. Ayala Brut Majeur NV is the house’s signature non-vintage Champagne, highly rated and excellent value. Predominantly Chardonnay with a touch of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, it delivers bright citrus, green apple, and subtle brioche notes. Ideal as an aperitif, with fresh seafood, light poultry, or simply to enjoy with friends — a Champagne you’ll reach for again and again. Taste The nose shows green apple, pear, lemon zest, and gentle floral hints. On the palate

92 Points - Wine Enthusiast. Raspail Ay is one of the most celebrated, traditional Gigondas estates. Owner Dominique Ay has now been joined by his son Christophe and daughter Anne-Sophie. The vines average 40 years old and are a mix of 80% Grenache, 15% Syrah and 5% Mourvèdre. The grapes are 100% destemmed, vinified in cement tanks and aged in a mix of foudres and “cuves béton”. The wines are never fined and rarely filtered. These are wines packed with fruit, and age admirably. Vivino Rating: 4.

97 Points - James Suckling.  From old Syrah vines clinging to granite slopes as steep as 60%, Vincent Paris produces one of the Northern Rhône’s most compelling expressions of Cornas. The “Granit 60” cuvée comes from 60-year-old vines rooted deep in the hard, poor soils of the south-facing hillside—yielding fruit of exceptional intensity and mineral depth. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Jul 2025) Wine Press Ratings 97 Points - James Suckling (2021 Vintage) "This is my dream of Cornas in a glass. Incredibly

93-95 Points - Neal Martin (Vinous). Louis Michel’s 2022 Vaudésir Grand Cru is a taut, precise Chablis from old, north-facing vines. Pure, mineral-driven Chardonnay with racy acidity and a quiet intensity that reflects its grand cru terroir. Taste Pale lemon, with aromas of green pear, white flowers, and flinty mineral notes. The palate is elegant and focused: tangy quince, citrus, and chalky minerality flow to a long, poised finish. Vivino Rating: 4.2 (Oct 2025) Wine Press Ratings 93-95 Points

A blend of 70% Viognier and 30% Grenache blanc, this Côtes du Rhône Blanc is a delightfully fresh and food friendly wine with plenty of ripe stone fruit character. Pale golden colour with aromas of peach and cherry plum, this is a fruity wine with hints of marzipan and vanilla aroma gently oaked. With a smooth palate and a very soft attack that give a good length. Serve not too chilled at 12 to 14°C and try with Goats cheese or Comté. Taste Winemakers tasting notes: A fresh and fruity white wine

99 Points - Bettane et Desseauve. Château Durfort-Vivens, a historic Second Growth in Margaux, shines in the 2019 vintage. Structured yet elegant, it combines classic Margaux finesse with rich, expressive fruit — a wine of poise and ageing potential. Wine Press Ratings 99 Points - Bettane et Desseauve (2019 Vintage) 94 Points - Jeff Leve (2019 Vintage) "Flowers, cherries, and tobacco show easily on the nose. The wine is medium-bodied, elegant, fresh, clean, and pure, with silky tannins and a vib

From a small, family-run estate in Crézancy, this is a quietly confident Sancerre. Grown on classic limestone and flint soils, the 2024 vintage is bright, mineral and refreshingly unadorned — a fine snapshot of Sauvignon Blanc done right. Taste Crisp and focused, with notes of grapefruit, lime zest and just a hint of elderflower. There’s a lovely chalky tension through the mid-palate, backed by flinty undertones and a saline edge that lingers. No excess, no tricks — just clean, terroir-driven Sa

91 Points - Bettane et Desseauve. A small Margaux estate with a loyal following, Château Mille Roses continues to impress. The 2020 is a finely tuned blend led by Cabernet Sauvignon, offering blackcurrant, violet and cedar on the nose, with a supple, medium-bodied palate and silky tannins. Classic Margaux charm with a modern edge. Vivino Rating: 4.2 (Aug 2025) Blend: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot Taste Bright and expressive, the Mille Roses Margaux opens with aromas of blackcurrant, wild be

If you have so much as a vague interest in red Burgundy, then this is a must-try wine. The 2020 vintage was as challenging as it was exceptional and Vincent’s obsessive attention to detail came into its own. He deliberately kept his hand-tended Pinot Noir vines’ yields low, boosting the concentration and structure of this classic year still further. The downside to this was he wasn’t able to produce much wine, but what he has created is of memorable quality. Taste Still deep red, the Vincent Pru

Domaine Vincent Prunier Chassagne Montrachet Blanc 2022 is a fine example of this micro-domaines wines. Produced in the challenging, but brilliant 2022 vintage, Vincent’s well-placed old vines performed exceptionally well and produced a small crop of beautifully balanced, ripe grapes that careful vinification turned into yet another high-scoring wine. Hand harvested, hand sorted, and handmade, this is a classic Chassagne Montrachet that offers ample fruit, an elegant structure, and fine acidity.

Domaine de Margüi can trace its roots back to Roman times through ruins and amphorae discovered in 2002. In 2017, the Domaine was fully renovated and became part of the Skywalker Vineyards collection. Château Margui, the Domaine's emblematic Cuvée, boasts a nose of white cherries and vine peaches, punctuated by light floral touches of honeysuckle. Dry in profile, it is smooth and silky on the palate with a polished texture, while the acidity is juicy, offering a wonderful sensation of freshness.

96 Points - Decanter. Clos Haut-Peyraguey, a jewel of Sauternes’ golden triangle, continues to impress with its 2018 vintage. A 1er Grand Cru Classé that balances opulence and precision, this is a beautifully poised wine from a superb terroir bordering Château d’Yquem. Taste Lush aromas of apricot, candied orange peel and acacia honey lead into a palate of remarkable purity. Layers of pineapple, crème brûlée and saffron unfold with freshness and length. Sweet, yes—but perfectly judged. A classic

From the heights of Nuits-Saint-Georges, the Premier Cru “Les Crots” vineyard sits at 275m, where terraced vines yield late-ripening, concentrated Pinot Noir. This 2012 is now at perfect maturity, showing layered red and black fruits, leather, truffle, spice and silky tannins – a superb expression of an outstanding 1er Cru and vintage. Taste The wine is a deep dark red colour. Its nose, fairly discreet in its youth, initially expressed red and then black berry notes. Later on with age, it develo

92 Points - Wine Enthusiast. Château du Caillau Cahors Malbec is a striking example of the “black wine” from the Lot. Deep, dark and immediately expressive, it combines the power and structure Cahors is famous for with a purity of fruit that makes it approachable even in its youth. Rated 92 points by Wine Enthusiast, this Malbec demonstrates the region’s capacity for rich, layered reds that balance intensity with finesse. Taste On the nose, expect black cherry, plum and subtle violet aromas, lif

96 Points - Gault & Millau. Bollinger’s La Grande Année is only made in the very best vintages, and the 2015 release is a top grand marque cuvée not to be missed. A blend of 11 crus — 79% Grand Cru and 21% Premier Cru — it is composed of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay. Rich, precise, and ageworthy, this is a Champagne that shows Bollinger at its most refined — a must-try for anyone who loves the very best. Taste La Grande Année 2015 opens with aromas of ripe orchard fruit, citrus zest, to

M. Chapoutier Chante-Alouette Hermitage Blanc 2021 displays stunning complexity and textural elegance, shaped by biodynamic excellence and some of the Rhône’s finest terroir. Accolades from renowned critics and a strong Vivino score confirm its status as both a critically acclaimed and enthusiast-favoured wine. TasteA harmonious white Hermitage offering aromas of quince, walnut, honey, ginger, and acacia, with a hint of linden blossom. The palate is elegantly textured with a creamy mid-palate, s

The Christophe Mittnacht Terres d’Étoiles Gyotaku is a masterclass in culinary-minded winemaking. Crafted in Alsace by biodynamic pioneer Christophe Mittnacht and his Japanese chef wife, Yuka, this blend of Pinot Auxerrois, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Riesling, and Muscat is purpose-built for sushi and sashimi. It offers a vibrant medley of apricot, Gala apple, lime blossom, and peach, underpinned by zesty acidity and a clean, mineral finish. Elegant, expressive, and gastronomically precise, it’

Domaine Marcel Lapierre’s Morgon comes from 70-year-old vines, reflecting the estate’s commitment to organic winemaking and minimal intervention. Bursting with vibrant cherry and subtle liquorice, it is silky yet fresh, with depth and a long, lively finish. Beautiful now, it can also age for up to 10 years.  Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Feb 2025) Taste Bursting with vibrant cherry and subtle liquorice aromas, reflecting the essence of its terroir. Silky and pure, it balances freshness with depth, offerin

The tiny amount of Domaine Vincent Prunier Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru Les Garennes 2022 that was produced is a wine no lover of fine white Burgundy should be without. This challenging year tested the nerves of the winemakers, but as he has proved time after time, no challenge is too great for Vincent. Les Garennes is one of the lesser known, best value Puligny Montrachet Premier Crus, and Vincent’s is full of ripe fruit and power but has a steely backbone and refinement that are the finest Pulig