Domaine Philippe Naddef’s Gevrey-Chambertin En Songe 2022 is a refined expression of Côte de Nuits Pinot Noir. Sourced from carefully tended vineyards, the grapes are hand-picked, 100% destemmed, and fermented with indigenous yeasts before aging in oak barrels, producing a wine of depth, precision, and vibrant energy. Taste This wine is elegant and structured, with aromas of red and dark berries, subtle spice, and earthy undertones. The palate is layered and refined, showing juicy fruit, silky t

Michel Sarrazin’s Givry ‘Les Dracy’ comes from a carefully tended vineyard on the hills above Givry. Hand-harvested and sustainably farmed, the wine combines the village’s characteristic energy with refined Pinot Noir fruit, producing a red Burgundy that is fresh, precise, and expressive. Taste Bright ruby in the glass, with aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and subtle earthy notes. The palate is supple yet structured, with fine-grained tannins, lively acidity, and a lingering finish that balance

92 Points - Wine Enthusiast. A benchmark Napa Chardonnay that marries richness with restraint. Fruit from Carneros, St. Helena and the mountain slopes brings a seamless balance of brightness and depth — spiced apple, baked pear and lemon cream layered over subtle oak and a long, humming finish. Aged mainly in one-to-two-year Pahlmeyer barrels, it shows texture, freshness and quiet authority. Classy, composed and built to impress. Vivino Rating: 4.1 (Oct 2025) Wine Press Ratings 92 Points - Wine

94 Points - Wine Enthusiast. A Sauvignon Blanc of real precision and poise, balancing bright citrus energy with layered texture. Fruit from Napa’s valley floor and mountain vineyards brings both tension and depth — notes of lemon zest, thyme and white peach glide into a mineral finish with a gentle grip. Lees stirring adds subtle richness without dulling its vivid freshness. Focused, complex and alive with detail. Vivino Rating: 4.2 (Oct 2025) Wine Press Ratings 94 Points - Wine Enthusiast (2022

91 Points - Wine Spectator.Dave Phinney doesn’t make wines that whisper — even his Sauvignon Blanc has something to say. Blank Stare takes a grape known for its precision and dresses it in Californian attitude. A portion fermented in oak adds depth and texture, while fruit from Sonoma and the Russian River Valley keeps things bright and racy. It’s Sauvignon with swagger — bold, aromatic and just the right side of indulgent. Vivino Rating 4.0 (Sept 2025) Wine Press Ratings 91 Points - Wine Specta

94 Points - The Wine Independent. Dave Phinney doesn’t really do subtlety — and Mannequin is a classic example of that unashamed Californian swagger. This is Chardonnay dialled up to eleven: bold, textured and unapologetically hedonistic. Sourced from some of Napa and Sonoma’s best sites, it’s a wine that manages to marry power and polish without ever tipping into excess. Think of it as California sunshine in liquid form — but with the complexity and balance that Phinney’s meticulous blending al

From the northern edge of the Cazetiers appellation, bordering “Combes aux Moines” and “Champeaux,” this 1er Cru sits on predominantly limestone soils, producing wines of elegance and precision. The 2022 was hand-picked, carefully sorted in both vineyard and cellar, with 60% destemmed fruit and 40% whole bunch, fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged 18 months in barrel (75% new). Taste This Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru shows real finesse, with a beautiful floral expression layered over bright re

From the single vineyard Crais de Chêne in Fixin, Naddef’s 2023 shows the domaine’s hallmark balance of structure and finesse. Hand-harvested and carefully vinified, it captures the depth and rustic charm of Fixin with a polished, modern touch. Taste Bright ruby in colour, with aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and a hint of spice. The palate is vibrant and expressive, combining juicy fruit with earthy undertones, fine tannins, and a fresh, mineral finish that reflects its Côte de Nuits terroir.

Domaine Philippe Naddef’s Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2022 comes from two carefully selected plots: “Champs des Ares” in Fixin and “Aux Longues Pièces” in Couchey, combining old-vine depth with younger-vine freshness. The grapes are hand-picked, meticulously sorted in both vineyard and cellar, 100% destemmed, and fermented with indigenous yeasts before 18 months in barrel, producing a Pinot Noir of elegance and precision. Taste This Pinot Noir is beautifully balanced, structured and refined, with hints

Saint-Romain is a village often overlooked in Burgundy, yet Domaine Germain Père & Fils consistently proves its quality. The 2022 La Périère comes from hand-harvested grapes and is aged 100% in Allier oak barrels, a third of which are new. The result is a wine that combines the estate’s characteristic finesse with a vibrant, approachable personality, reflecting both the freshness of Saint-Romain and the precision of the domaine’s modern cellar. Taste Bright and fragrant on the nose, La Périè

The Saint-Romain Blanc from Domaine Germain Père & Fils is a refined expression of this cool, limestone-rich village. A third of the wine is aged in new Allier oak barrels and rests on its lees in oak for several months, with regular stirring early on to enhance texture and depth. The result is a white Burgundy of balance and clarity, combining vibrant freshness with subtle complexity, reflecting the precision and care of the domaine. Taste Pale gold with green highlights, the nose opens wit

91 Points - Jasper Morris MW. From the prized Sous La Velle vineyard on Meursault’s lower slopes, Michelot’s 2022 is a refined and expressive Chardonnay. The bouquet is intense and forward, with notes of ripe golden fruit and lemon zest. On the palate, it is rich, layered and powerful, with hints of cereal, honeyed fruit, dessert apple, and a minerality that beautifully supports the exotic fruit. Taut and lean toward the finish, it promises excellent ageing potential. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Sep 202

From the hills of Chitry-le-Fort, this white Burgundy is all about freshness and minerality. Hand-harvested and carefully vinified, it captures the subtle elegance of Kimmeridgian marl soils. Bright and precise, it’s an approachable Chardonnay with a clear sense of place. Taste This wine presents a golden yellow hue with an inviting nose of white flowers and fresh fruit, including lime and grapefruit. On the palate, it opens clean and straightforward before developing into a rich, layered profil

Domaine Giraudon’s Bourgogne Aligoté comes from 5 hectares of carefully tended vineyards in Chitry-le-Fort. Hand-harvested and sustainably managed with controlled tillage, natural grassing, and short Guyot pruning, the grapes are vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve freshness and authenticity. The result is an Aligoté that is precise, lively, and reflective of its mineral-rich terroir. Taste Vibrant pale yellow in the glass, this Aligoté shows fresh, fruity aromas

Domaine Follin-Arbelet’s Pernand-Vergelesses Blanc is a bright, precise white from clay-limestone slopes. Hand-harvested and oak-aged, it reflects the subtle minerality and freshness of the appellation, combining elegance with restrained power. Taste Pale gold in the glass, with aromas of citrus blossom, white peach, and a hint of flint. The palate is fresh and vibrant, with balanced acidity, a silky texture, and a mineral-driven finish that lingers with finesse. Approachable now, yet able to de

Domaine Follin-Arbelet’s Les Fichots is a classic Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru. Hand-harvested from clay-limestone slopes, gently vinified and aged in oak, it combines Burgundian precision with expressive fruit. Taste Vibrant ruby in the glass, with red berries and subtle earthy notes on the nose. The palate is fresh and structured, with fine tannins, lively acidity, and a hint of spice on the finish. Approachable now, yet built to age gracefully. About the Producer Nestled in the heart of Burgun

Clément Lavallée’s Les Copains d’Abord Saint-Bris is a low-intervention wine from carefully tended vineyards. Hand-harvested and gently pressed, it undergoes indigenous yeast fermentation, natural malolactic in barrel, and ageing in both oak and stainless steel. Unfined, unfiltered, and handled with gravity rather than pumping, it reflects a delicate, pure expression of Saint-Bris. Taste Pale straw in the glass, with aromas of citrus blossom, green apple, and subtle mineral notes. The palate is

95 Points - Revista Adega. CVNE Imperial Gran Reserva is the benchmark Rioja Gran Reserva, a wine that consistently combines age-worthy structure with elegance. The 2009 vintage, celebrated for its warmth and balance, delivers a classic expression of Rioja’s Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano, and Mazuelo blend. Matured for extended periods in oak, it showcases the house’s signature precision and depth. Taste The 2009 Imperial Gran Reserva opens with a bouquet of dried cherry, plum and subtle fig,

95 Points - Guia Penin. One of Rioja’s most elegant single-vineyard expressions, the 2011 Viña del Olivo Magnum shows remarkable balance and restraint. Contino’s meticulous approach delivers a wine that is poised, structured, and long-lived — perfect for sharing or cellaring. Vivino Rating: 4.3 (Oct 2025) Taste Bright garnet in the glass with lifted aromatics of red cherry, dried herbs, and subtle cedar. The palate is precise and layered, showing red fruit, tobacco, and gentle spice framed by fi

95 Points - Wine Spectator. Angelo Gaja’s Ca’ Marcanda estate has long been proof that the magic of Bolgheri lies in precision as much as power. The 2018 vintage captures that balance perfectly — a year that favoured freshness over sheer weight, allowing the Bordeaux varieties to show remarkable poise and definition. This is a wine of quiet confidence: structured yet refined, with beautiful harmony between fruit, oak, and texture. It’s a reminder that Gaja’s brilliance isn’t confined to Piedmont

A fine estate-grown and bottled Rioja, crafted in the modern style, this wine has been aged for over five years in both barrel and bottle, allowing it to develop a complexity and elegance that stands out in the region. With a bright garnet hue and a refined profile, it’s a wine that speaks to both tradition and careful, contemporary winemaking. Taste The nose is perfumed with high-toned aromas of blackberry, liquorice, wild herbs, and creamy vanilla, while the palate delivers a long, resonating

Only 4,000 bottles of this highly rated Garnacha (Grenache) have been produced from a tiny 1.98-hectare parcel at 600 metres which was planted 49 years ago. "Mint, pine and wild thyme aromas are the prelude to a palate that's bright, refreshing and elegant, with notes of cinnamon, redcurrant and wild strawberry." Harvested by hand in small quantities, after fermentation it was pressed then half of the wine went to new French oak casks for malolactic fermentation and the other half stayed in the

93/94 Points - James Suckling. From one of the Haut-Médoc’s standout estates, this 2016 release of Lamothe-Bergeron’s “Nove” shows just how good modern Bordeaux can be. Ripe blackcurrant and plum flavours are wrapped in smooth tannins, with a touch of cedar and graphite for that unmistakable Left Bank character. It’s refined but generous, drinking beautifully now and still full of life for a few more years in the cellar. A great example of why 2016 is such a beloved vintage. Vivino Rating: 4.0 (

94 Points - Jeff Leve. From one of Margaux’s great historic estates, this magnum of Château Dauzac 2019 is a striking expression of power and precision. The larger format allows the wine to develop more slowly, preserving its freshness and depth for years to come. Silky, structured and beautifully balanced, it’s a Margaux that captures both the energy of the vintage and the class of this Fifth Growth château. Taste Aromas of dark cherry, blackberry and cassis unfold with layers of violet, cedar