The wines are fully aged on their lees and clarified by natural decanting without filtration or fining. This Grande Reserve reveals the Pinot Meunier character, the favourite grape-variety in the Marne Valley area. A high proportion of perpetual reserve wines started in 1998 are included and malolactic fermentation is completed and then aged in the bottle for 15 to 27 months. About the Producer The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respec

Domaine André Colonge is situated in the heart of the Beaujolais Cru appellation areas, in the commune of Lancié. Its surface area is 37 HA is shared between 4 appellations: Fleurie, Brouilly, Beaujolais Villages and Beaujolais. Harvesting remains 100% manual, with two successive sortings: in the vineyards and before the grapes enter the cellar, to guarantee high quality wines. From its exceptional Beaujolais setting and with the know-how and skills gained over the generations, the estate is pro

Antoine Sanzay, the seventh generation of his family to farm vines in Varrains, shifted the family domaine's focus from selling grapes to the local cooperative. Since 1999, he gradually ended co-op contracts, fully vinifying all his fruit by 2013. The estate now spans 11 ha in Saumur-Champigny, including 4 ha of the famous Les Poyeux lieu-dit (Domaine Clos Rougeard). Certified organic since 2014, Antoine employs traditional cellar practices, utilising native yeast and cement/foudre/barrels and h

This white Crozes-Hermitage is made from 20 year old Roussanne vines, planted on the famous 'Coteau des Pends' ridge in the Mercurol commune, once reputedly offered its own appellation in the 1930s when its white wines sold at the same price as white Hermitage. The 'Horizon' has a generous aroma of ripe summer fruits and honeysuckle, with a rich yet delicate freshness. An everyday luxury!  About the Producer The first mention of Domaine De Boisseyt 'Viniblio de Boissie' dates back to the 14th Ce

Quincy, the second appellation established in France (1936) and the first in the Loire Valley, has gained recognition for its exclusively Sauvignon Blanc white wines which are are renowned for their characteristic crispness and dryness. One of the best domaines in Quincy, Yves Lestourgie, who gave up cereal farming 20 years ago to make Quincy is also currently president of the Quincy growers’ association.  Taste Aromatic, with citrus, pepper and floral notes, the palate is fresh, fruity with hin

Gold Medal Winner  - Concours Général de Paris. A beautiful classic Provence Rosé. A light peach colour, with a delicate and fruity nose. This wine reveals great aromatic intensity on the palate with powerful aromas of red fruits, and candy. Good body and a long finish. Since 2019 has been accredited with HVE level 3, the highest level in France given to preserving the environment and limiting their footprint on the ecosystem that surrounds them. A delightful Provence Rosé. Taste A light peach c

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. This organic wine is incredibly delicious! Taste Winemakers t

Jean-Michel Cazes, the owner of Château Lynch-Bages in Pauillac had spent many years scouring the Languedoc region in his quest for outstanding terroirs, then one day he discovered La Livinière, a village at the foot of the Montagne Noire, the birthplace of the finest vineyards in the Minervois, between Carcassonne and Narbonne. The L'Ostal Rosé is a beautiful pale pink colour, provencal in style where the grapes are pressed immediately at low temperatures in order to reduce the extraction of ph

Light, fruity, delicious and accessible, Cuvee Irresistible lives up to its name and is to be enjoyed with friends. A bright purple colour, this wine exudes aromas of black fruits and violets on the nose. On the palate, it offers a supple texture with notes of spices. Provence in a glass, from the largest Cru Classé Côtes de Provence. Blend: Syrah 85% | Mourvèdre 15% Taste A bright purple colour, this wine exudes aromas of black fruits and violets on the nose. On the palate, it offers a supple t

Gold Medal Winner Concours Général Agricole Paris. A consistently award winning pale salmon pink rose made in the fashionable Provencal style. The Cuvee "4 Saisons" offers fantastic value for money and is a deliciously refreshing aperitif. About the Producer Situated at the bottom of the Herault valley, within sight of the sea, Monts d’Hortes is owned and run by Roch Anglade, a highly qualified oenologist who used to run the viticultural research establishment at Beziers before returning to the

90 Points (9/10) - Independent.co.uk. A direct neighbour of the prestigious Meursault appelation, Auxey-Duresses is famous for both its whites as well as red wines. This Chardonnay, hand harvested and aged in 30% new oak barrels for 14 months, displays a freshness and generosity, with notes of honey, white flowers and citrus fruits.  Taste Winemakers tasting note: The pale crystalline yellow colour bodes well for its purity, but it is especially on the nose that this wine reveals its finesse and

94 Points - Stephen Tanzer - The 'Aux Bousselots' Premier Cru vines are on a well-drained, south-facing plot on the Vosne-Romanée side of the village which has a reputation for making a very gracious style of Burgundy with a natural charm. Aromas of small red fruits and spices, the tannic structure was firm in its youth but has gained softness over time, and this 2014 has matured beautifully and is in its prime. Wine Press 17/20 - La Revue du Vin de France About the Producer Domaine Decelle &

The 'Aux Bousselots' Premier Cru vines are on a well-drained, south-facing plot on the Vosne-Romanée side of the village which has a reputation for making a very gracious style of Burgundy with a natural charm. Aromas of small red fruits and spices, the tannic structure was firm in its youth but has gained softness over time, and this Cuvee from the fabulous 2017 vintage is maturing beautifully. About the Producer Domaine Decelle & Fils was started in 2008 when two distinguished winemakers f

The vineyard of Nuits-Saint-Georges is recognised as an area producing some of the world’s greatest Pinot Noir wines, and the Premier Cru parcel of “Les Crots” is exposed at the top of the hillside, at an altitude of 275m on an escarpment which requires vine cultivation in terraces and handpicking. The unique features of this plot allows the vines to mature late and to produce grapes boasting exceptional concentration. This 2012 "Les Crots" is now reaching maturity, developing a complex bouquet

The 45-year old vines are planted in complex soils comprising alluvial deposits, rich clay and iron oxide. This combination of factors produces a Nuits-Saint-Georges that is at once sophisticated and strong thereby setting it apart from the other less well situated terroirs within the appellation. Handpicked, the grapes are transported to the cellar in 15 kg crates before being sorted by hand so as to solely use perfectly ripened and healthy grapes. 100% de-stemmed, the grapes are then transform

95 Points - Daniel Blais. The 45-year old vines are planted in complex soils comprising alluvial deposits, rich clay and iron oxide. This combination of factors produces a Nuits-Saint-Georges that is at once sophisticated and strong, thereby setting it apart from the other less well situated terroirs within the appellation. Handpicked, the grapes are transported to the cellar in 15 kg crates before being sorted by hand so as to solely use perfectly ripened and healthy grapes. 100% de-stemmed, th

A blend of two vineyard parcels, Les Planchots and Les Pimentiers, yields a unique combination. While one boasts stony, well-draining soil, the other features a clayey, less profound terrain. The vines, with an average age surpassing 60 years, and some exceeding 90 years, bear modest yields. However, their grapes are distinguished by remarkable ripeness and intense aromatic concentration. Taste With a medium intensity colour, the Savigny-Lès-Beaune of the Domaine Decelle & Fils offers an ele

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 with exotic fruits and golden apple, a wine to savour in its youth. About the Producer Domaine Decelle-Villa was started in 2008 when two distinguished winemakers from othe

91 Points - Vinous. From the son of acclaimed producer Alain Graillot, Maxime. The organic fruit (from 35-year-old vines) is de-stemmed, spending one year in old oak (used barrels from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti) with a touch of new. This is an appealing, pretty, fruit-forward Crozes with aromas of violets, plump blackberry, plum, licorice, and chocolate followed by a tighter palate with grainy tannins and high acidity. An accomplished, balanced, and restrained wine. Wine Press Ratings 91 Point

Gold Medal Winner - Concours des Vignerons Indépendants 2022. It was at Zellenberg in 1785 that Thomas Rentz became fascinated in winemaking, setting up his own vineyard and producing his own wine for his family’s consumption and some local taverns. This is a beautiful sweet white wine, a Grand Cru Gewurztraminer that is so delicate on the nose. One of the few wines that pairs excellently with spicy food. Try this next time with your Chinese, Indian or Thai meal. This wine will also age beautifu

Wines from the Grand Cru vineyard Froehn have exceptional aromatic purity, and this Pinot Gris is a medium-dry white wine, its nose is a delicate mix of smoked aromas (grilled almonds), honey, quince and candied fruits. An absolute treat. It is unctuous, harmonious and very refreshing on the palate. It also has long-lasting longevity, which makes it an excellent wine to age. About the Producer It was at Zellenberg in 1785 that Thomas Rentz became fascinated in winemaking, setting up his own vine

A dry white wine with a very intense nose, the Domaine Edmond Rentz Riesling Les Comtes is remarkable for its very fruity aromas of peach, candied citrus fruits as well as small delicate notes of minerality. It is lively on the palate and possesses all that you would expect of this vintage and terroir. It also has long-lasting longevity, which makes it an excellent wine to age. Traditional vinification and cultivation method. The grapes are harvested manually and then progressively pressed in a