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Frances outstanding reputation for fine wineswhether red white or sparklingdoe... Frances outstanding reputation for fine wineswhether red white or sparklingdoesnt come out of thin air. Rather it stems from hundreds of years of tradition that have created the gold standard by which all other wines around the world are measured.... more

"Wibtal is the highest-altitude portion of the Sommerberg vineyard in Niedermo... "Wibtal is the highest-altitude portion of the Sommerberg vineyard in Niedermorschwihr, a perfect amphitheater that clings to the very top of the vineyard’s steep granite slope. When Jean Boxler looks out his kitchen window in the morning, he sees... more

"Deep garnet color. Notes of red cherry, plum and blueberry with a hint of vio... "Deep garnet color. Notes of red cherry, plum and blueberry with a hint of violet and dried roses. Long, soft, well-rounded finish. The key words are length and elegance. With age, the color and aromas are changing. Wine is an evolving and living... more

"The nose is highly expressive with beautiful notes of red and black fruits, a... "The nose is highly expressive with beautiful notes of red and black fruits, a lovely blend of Morello cherry, blueberry, and blackcurrant. Upon agitation, a spicy dimension becomes predominant with hints of cloves, licorice, and eucalyptus,... more

"#18 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2023Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2020 is an example once a... "#18 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2023Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2020 is an example once again of a vintage marked by a significant proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend - 76%, which demonstrates the tremendous potential of its terroir and completed by... more

"This wine shows a magnificent deep red color with purple undertones. The nose... "This wine shows a magnificent deep red color with purple undertones. The nose is both subtle and aromatically rich, offering a refined balance of ripe fruit, freshness, and delicate spice. On the palate, it is elegant, ample, and silky, opening... more

"2020 is a winemaker's vintage. The ripeness is astounding, dark in color, the... "2020 is a winemaker's vintage. The ripeness is astounding, dark in color, the aromas are refined, complex and spicy, the tannins are elegant and sexy, with the sensation of a balanced power. It stands up to the challenge of the 2018 and 2019... more

"Our Grand Vin Château Pichon Baron 2nd Grand Cru Classé in 1855 comes from th... "Our Grand Vin Château Pichon Baron 2nd Grand Cru Classé in 1855 comes from the very oldest vines grown on the historic plots of the estate. This authentic Pauillac offers an amazing sensory experience with its black fruit flavors and spicy hints.... more

"Blend: 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc The 2021 Dalem offers ample black fruit... "Blend: 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc The 2021 Dalem offers ample black fruit on the nose with hints of lavender and rose petals, showing a pastille-like purity that is quite seductive. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, very silky in... more

"Wine of a beautiful dress of a deep black. On the nose, it is characterized b... "Wine of a beautiful dress of a deep black. On the nose, it is characterized by notes of licorice, violet and black fruits. In the mouth, it is delicate and powerful at the same time. Grainy tannins, beautiful olfactory return. The aromas of the... more

"Lively and generous Nectar Impérial distinguishes itself by its extravagant f... "Lively and generous Nectar Impérial distinguishes itself by its extravagant fruitiness, its density on the palate and its crisp finish that instantly surprise and delight. Nectar Rosés assemblage is built on the intensity of Pinot Noir, the... more

"Bright purple in color and particularly intense. The aromas and typical chara... "Bright purple in color and particularly intense. The aromas and typical character of this vintage have been conserved from picking through to running off. The nose is bursting with flowers and black fruit to start, becoming more complex and broader... more

"With their smoky and spicy bouquet, the red wines are of an admirable quality... "With their smoky and spicy bouquet, the red wines are of an admirable quality and a very characteristic softness. The wine is both concentrated, fine and harmonious, with an aromatic palette as wide as it is precise. The depth and length in the... more

"The soul of a great terroir, a radiant, full-bodied, velvety wine for keeping... "The soul of a great terroir, a radiant, full-bodied, velvety wine for keeping. It stands out by its fresh fruit flavors, its density and its very fine tannins. Its best vintages express freshness, an elegant bouquet of red and black fruits, with... more

"Deep black color. The nose offers a broad palette of intense and well-defined... "Deep black color. The nose offers a broad palette of intense and well-defined aromas, with spicy black fruits like blackberries and black cherries on a background of subtle notes of cocoa and tobacco that accentuates the aromatic richness of this... more

"Château Les Ormes de Pez is a harmonious, spicy and distinctive wine that rev... "Château Les Ormes de Pez is a harmonious, spicy and distinctive wine that reveals the authenticity of its terroir in the Saint-Estèphe appellation. It will charm you with its opulence, elegance and well-rounded structure. The palate offers robust... more

"Blend: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot A very balanced, refined Duhart wit... "Blend: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot A very balanced, refined Duhart with ever so fine tannins and currant, tobacco and cedar aromas and flavors. Medium to fine tannins. It’s extremely long and polished. Direct. You already want to drink this.... more

"Expressive note of fresh red fruits, good concentration, fine tannins, delica... "Expressive note of fresh red fruits, good concentration, fine tannins, delicacy, freshness and good acidity. Blend: 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc The Barrel Sample for this wine is 14% Abv. Plenty of blackberry, currant and... more

"Deep, dark and profound red. An elegant nose, open with notes of red fruits. ... "Deep, dark and profound red. An elegant nose, open with notes of red fruits. The palate is ample and supple, with tannins keeping a lovely frame. Overall, a rich wine, balanced between richness and freshness. Brilliant violet. Intensely perfumed... more

"Dark garnet color, brilliant. Very aromatic nose, mixing notes of roasting(to... "Dark garnet color, brilliant. Very aromatic nose, mixing notes of roasting(toasted, grilled), sweet spices (cinnamon, nutmeg) with aromas of ripe fruit. The palate is tense with a long and spicy finish. This rich wine, with its 85% Merlot, is full... more