The 2021 Riesling Wiebelsberg Grand Cru is from Boeckel's substantial 2.5-hectare plot, two of which are contiguous right in the heart of Wiebelsberg. Boeckel says, “This is not Riesling; this is Wiebelsberg.”... Read More
There's a lot to love in a pure authentic and unadulterated expression of Sauvignon Blanc and this one nails it. It's clean on the palate with a great crushed rock, mineral note up front and great citrus tinged nose. Classic... Read More
First of all, the white wines in Gigondas are very rare! A very unique blend of 80% Clairette, 10% Picpoul, 10% Bourboulenc. All direct press with fermentation in stainless steel tank. With Gigondas you're essentially talking... Read More
The 2023 Failte is an attractive blend of Viognier and Grenache Blanc. In this release, the cold, late-ripening character of the year is front and center, while varietal notes are more subdued. Even so, this is a very pretty white.... Read More
If you actually want to DRINK Burgundy, rather than saving it for decades, you can't beat Bichot. It should be noted that Bichot buys entire properties and continues to make wines on-site, rather than hauling the fruit to... Read More
The 2023 Hereafter Here has a disarmingly pure bouquet with yellow plum, candle wax and just a touch of crushed stone, all exquisitely defined and focused. The palate is very well balanced with a line of electricity that goes... Read More
A crunchy white with a refreshing, fruity character. It shows notes of ripe orchard fruit, sliced lemons and dried herbs. Medium-bodied with a spiced, slightly zesty nature and juicy acidity.
From 60+-year-old vines, the 2022 Sylvaner Grand Cru Zotzenberg opens with a deep and complex, beautifully refined and mineral bouquet that gives a unique expression of Alsace’s one and only grand cru site for Sylvaner.... Read More
Barrel Sample. This wine is hugely rich while having wonderful acidity at its end. Dense botrytis and a powerful structure go along with the honey and marmalade flavors. It will certainly age well and long.
