| Aigles d'Anthonic Rouge 2010 (42-1) | ||||
Lots of tart fruits on the front yielding to leather on the finish. Violets & pepper on the nose.
Grapes: Merlot (84%), Cabernet Sauvignon (16%)
Pairings: Red meats, blue cheese
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 | Aiguillette 'Vielles Vignes' Blanc 2010 (#28-8) | |||
A fresh and lively muscadet from ‘Vieilles Vignes’ (old vines) over 50 years old. The terroir provides good minerality and balance to the wine. Flavors of citrus and kiwi are present as well as floral notes. Grapes: Muscadet Pairings: as an a aperitif or with grilled white fish, salads, or mild cheeseGrapes: Mélon de Bourgogne
Pairings: as an aperitif or with grilled white fish, salads, or mild cheese
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 | Aiguillette Pinot Noir 2012 (#28-10) | |||
Light pinot, easy drinking summer wine. Should be lightly chilled
Grape 100% Pinot Noir
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| Aiguillette Sur Lie Muscadet Blanc 2012 (#28-11) | |||
Pale lemon-gold in the glass, l’Aiguillette’s Muscadet offer aromas of straw, pears as well as good minerality. Sharp and laser-focused in the mouth, the wine refreshes and enlivens the palate. Drink this now and over the coming three years.
Grape:Mélon de Bourgogne Pairings: Clams, mussels, oysters, crab, halibut, lightly dressed salads and leafy greens like chard | ||||
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| Banneret Châteauneuf du Pape Rouge 2010 (#2-14) | |||
The spicy nose that is characteristic of Banneret is certainly present. A nose of figs, spices and maybe mesquite (?) gives way to a mouthful of raspberry, red currant and fruitcake. A long, rich finish teases with tobacco and chestnut notes. This wine will still be excellent fifteen years from now.
Grapes: All thirteen grapes of the appellation included in the blend.
Pairings: Salmon, tuna, duck, red meats, elegant pastas
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| Baur Cremant d'Alsace Cremant (#34-7) | |||
This wine has a limpid pale yellow color. Bubbles are fine-textured and the mousse is long lasting. The Charles Baur Crémant d’Alsace offers a bouquet of white peaches, white flowers, melon and grapefruit notes. The mouthfeel is fresh, delicate, well balanced and expresses pears and white peach flavors.
Grapes: Auxerrois 40 %, Pinot Blanc 40 %, Chardonnay 20 %
Pairings: Aperitif, dessert
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 | Baur d'Alsace Gewurztraminer 'Fronenberg' 2012 (#34-24) | |||
The nose is intense with a great complexity of roses, candied fruits and lychee. On the palate it is full-bodied and rich with a lot of flavors : exotic fruit, yellow plumb, with a touch of liquorice. Round on the finish.
Grapes: Gewurztraminer
Pairings: Aperitif, foie gras, exotic cuisine, cheese, dessert
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| Baur d'Alsace Gewurztraminer Grand Cru 'Pfersigberg' 2011 (#34-20) | |||
A generous wine with spicy hints and an aroma of wilted rose petals evolving with time into grilled almonds and candied apricots. The wine has elegance, finesse and freshness.
Grapes: Gewurztraminer
Pairings: Apéritif, foie gras, cheeses, exotic cuisine.
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| Baur d'Alsace Pinot Gris 2011 (#34-16) | |||
A generous wine with spicy hints and an aroma of wilted rose petals evolving with time into grilled almonds and candied apricots. The wine has elegance, finesse and freshness.
Grapes: Gewurztraminer Pairings: Apéritif, foie gras, cheeses, exotic cuisine. | ||||
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| Baur d'Alsace Riesling Cuvée Charles 2011 (#34-17) | |||
White flowers on the nose, well ripened grapefruit and slight minerality. On the palate it is full bodied, well balanced with an extremely long finish.
Grapes: Riesling
Pairings: Fish and seafood, poultry with sauce, choucroute garni
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| Baur d'Alsace Riesling Grand Cru 'Brand' 2010 (#34-18) | |||
The wine has grapefruit aromas. The palate is fresh and crisp when the wine is young. The acidity is balanced by plenty of body and structure with more or less exotic fruit depending on maturity and a silky finish.
Grapes: Riesling
Pairings: Fish, lobster, poultry with sauce, fresh and processed cheeses
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| Baur Pinot Blanc 2012 (#34-23) | |||
The nose is rich and intense with notes of peach, apricots and of white flowers. On the palate it is supple, lively, lightly aromatic with toasted aromas.
Grapes: Pinot Blanc
Pairings: Aperitif. It can accompany all dishes without dessert.
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| Baur Pinot Noir 2011 (#34-14) | |||
Light and delightful with red fruit on the nose. Very well balanced dry wine with flavors of cherry and strawberry.
Grapes: Pinot Noir
Pairings: game, poultry, white meat
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| Bichon Cassignols 'Grand Reserve' Rouge 2008 (#32-10) | |||
An excellent harmony of Merlot and Cabernet, full of red fruits and minerality. This wine is an excellent example of the Graves region and slightly fresher than the 2005 vintage. Barrel-aged in old oak, there are smoky notes in the wine along with a hint of vanilla. It will match well with red meats and as a post-dinner toasting wine.
Grapes: 50% Merlot, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon | ||||
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| Bichon Cassignols 'Petit Bichon' Graves Rouge 2011 (#32-13) | |||
A simple and generous Bordeaux, the blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon will please most palates. With notes of cherries and prunes, it will match well with many varieties of cheese and also with charcuterie.
Grapes: 70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon Pairings: Grilled meats, cheeses and cold meats | ||||
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| Bichon Cassignols Graves Rouge 2008 (#32-9) | |||
The nose on this wine if full of blackberry and plum. In the mouth there are additional notes of red fruits coupled with a very long finish.
Grapes: 55% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon
Pairings: Roasted or grilled red meats and game.
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| Boileau 1er Cru Vaillons 2011 (#8-22) | |||
New wine - notes to follow
Grape: 100% Chardonnay | ||||
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| Boileau Petit Chablis 2012 (#8-21) | |||
The Petit Chablis has a pale yellow color with a fine and delicate nose. The flavors are full of white fruits and key lime with subtle nuances of flowers. It is made from a variety of Chardonnay grape known as "Beaunois". This wine has won bronze medals at exhibits in Paris and Macon.
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay
Pairings: White fish (such as redfish, halibut or trout), chicken, turkey, salads, shell-fish
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| Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Rouge 2011 (#39-1) | |||
New wine - notes to follow100% Pinot Noir
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| Canorgue AOC Côtes du Luberon Rouge 2012 (7-37) | |||
A deep red hue with aromas of dark red berries, leather, black pepper and just a hint of anise will be found in the nose. Rosemary, thyme and savory grow in the vineyard and you will pick up those aromas also. Very mild and delicate tannins. The wine matures for 4 to 6 months in oak casks.
Grapes: Syrah, Grenache and old vines of Carignan
Pairings: Anything from pastas to grilled meats.
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| Caprice de Clémentine Rouge 2011 (#16-18) | |||
Syrah is silky and spicy. Grenache is warm and fine and Carignan brings fruity and spicy aromas. Musky touch of clove, mint and violet, plain, soft and fruity. Dense bouquet of cassis and herbs.
Grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Carignan Pairing: Enjoy with meat grilled with local herbs, roasted lamb, season mushrooms, exotic and spicy dishes. | ||||
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| Chassagne Montrachet Blanc 2011 (#39-7) | |||
New wine- notes to follow
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| Château Anthonic Rouge 2009 (42-2) | |||
Powerful wine that is also characterized by its elegance, intense color, a complex nose and tannins harmoniously blended together
Grapes: Merlot (68%) , Cabernet Sauvignon (29%), Petit Verdot (3%)
Pairings: Red meat, blue cheese, chocolate desert.
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| Château Anthonic Rouge 375ml 2010 (#42-6) | |||
Powerful wine that is also characterized by its elegance, intense color, a complex nose and tannins harmoniously blended together
Grapes: Merlot (68%) , Cabernet Sauvignon (29%), Petit Verdot (3%)
Pairings: Red meat, blue cheese, chocolate desert.
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| Château Béard 2008 (#45-1) | |||
From the Saint-Émilion appellation New wine - notes to follow
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| Château de l’Aiguillette Sauvignon Blanc 2012 (#28-12) | |||
It crisp with citrus notes.
Grapes: Sauvignon Blanc (100%)
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| Château Segonzac Héritage 2010 (#30-7) | |||
The Heritage has a beautiful floral nose with an essence of candied fruit. Very well balanced with soft tannins. This wine has a fruit forward nature. On the pallette, look for jammy dark fruits like plum and currant. This wine is a real crowd pleaser.
Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet
Pairing: Cheese and grilled or roasted beef/game. Such as "boeuf Bourguignon" or "coq au vin"
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| Congy Cuvée les Galfins Pouilly Fumé 2012 (#31-5) | |||
A delightfully different expression of the Sauvignon Blanc grape. As compared with the minerality of the Sancerre and Menetou-Salon wines, the Pouilly-Fumé offers a pronounced declaration of fruit and flowers on the nose and, in the mouth, notes of ruby red grapefruit, lemon, papaya and kiwi. There is a dry touch of slate on the lengthy finish.
Grapes: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Pairings: Raw or grilled fish or seafood, Fish with sauce, White meat, Cheese, Seafood
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| Cuvée Fazioli Rouge 2000 (#41-1) | |||
Powerful, complex nose with intense aromas of dark berries and cherry with generous palate of red and black fruits and a long spicy finish.
Grapes: Syrah with Cabernet Sauvignon
Pairing:Game, Steak or lamb
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| Cuvée L’Excellence 2009 (#46-1) | |||
From the Medoc appellation New wine - notes to follow
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| Cuvée Vita Bella Blanc 2012 (#41-4) | |||
Expressive nose of white flowers and apricot with full bodied taste and ripe fruit finish.
Grapes: Old vine Ugni-Blanc, Rolle
Pairing:Grilled seafood, white meats or as an aperitif
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| Domaine de Congy VV 2011 (#31-4) | |||
New wine - notes to follow
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| Domaine Franck Millet Sancerre 2012 Blanc 375ml (#23-16) | |||
A powerful nose with aromatic qualities that are very representative of the limestone-clay soil found in the village of Bué. The wine has good acidity from the young vintage while at the same time displaying a surprising suppleness and roundness. This wine has a very long finish.
Grapes: Sauvignon Blanc
Pairings: White fish with a citrus sauce, lobster, scallops, white meats
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| Domaine Mucyn Colllines Rhodaniennes Rouge 2012 (#22-10) | |||
Deep purple in color, there is an intense fruity nose hinting at red currant and blackcurrant. On the palate, the tannins are very delicate offering a pleasant and spicy finish. Unfined, unfiltered and harvested by hand, this is a concentrated and elegant wine
Grapes: 60% Syrah, 40% Gamay
Pairings: Barbecued or grilled meats, pizza, soft cheeses.
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| Domaine Mucyn Crozes Hermitage Blanc 2012 (#22-8) | |||
Initially suggestive more of Burgundy than the Rhône on account of its subtly smoky notes and firm underpinning of acidity, with air this wine blossoms beautifully to display a succulent, apricotty palate. Fermented and aged in four year-old Vosges barrels, it is a remarkably intelligent synthesis of burgundian technique and Rhône character. An original.
Grapes: 100% Marsanne
Pairings: Fish, scallops or hors d'oeuvres before dinner.
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| Domaine Mucyn Crozes Hermitage Rouge 2011 (#22-9) | |||
Dark ruby in color, there is an expressive, fruity nose with notes of dark fruits, cherries, spices and a touch of liquorice. Good structure and long in the finish with smooth tannins. Provides a general impression of finesse and elegance. Unfined, unfiltered and harvested by hand. Can be enjoyed young but also may be laid down for long periods.
Grapes: 100% Syrah
Pairings: Deli meats, roasted chicken, lamb.
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| Domaine Mucyn Saint-Joseph Blanc 2011 (#22-11) | |||
A glossy yellow-green in color, there is a bouquet of white flowers on the nose with hints of apricot. Round and mellow on the palate, the wine is elegant and long-lasting. It can be enjoyed now but will also improve with age.
Grapes: 100% Roussanne Pairings: Excellent as an aperitif but ideal with grilled fish, lobster or salmon. Goes very well with goat cheese, too. | ||||
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| Etienne Boileau 1er Cru Chablis 'Montée de Tonnerre' 2011 (#8-19) | |||
A great terroir in Burgundy, a great grape (Chardonnay) and a great vintage from a great but little-known winery. Grapes are grown in about 5 acres. Pale yellow in color with green reflections, the nose presents floral aromas with mineral hints developing into the taste of ripe pears in the mouth. An extremely long finish with hints of black pepper. This wine is a consistent Gold Medal winner in competitive tastings in Burgundy.
Grape: 100% Chardonnay
Pairings: Asian cuisine, fish dishes, shellfish and white meats.
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| Etienne Boileau Chablis Grand Cru 'Bougros' 2010 (#8-20) | |||
This plot of Chablis Grand Cru Bougros was planted in 1979 for a surface of 0.50 ha. The grape variety Chardonnay grafted on 41B produces lots of small grapes which mature well. These grapes keep good acidity which allows the wine to be well balanced with a good aging potential (the best is between 6 and 10 years).
Vinification is mostly in stainless steel tanks, sometimes in oak barrels with a maturing on the lees and bottling in September of the following year. At the moment 12 hectoliters are bottling each year, which represent around 1600 bottles.
Grape: 100% Chardonnay
Pairings: Asian cuisine, fish dishes, shellfish and white meats.
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| Faverot AOC Cotes du Luberon 'Cuvee du General' 2010 (#9-26) | |||
Cuvée du Général is the premier wine of Domaine Faverot. This full-bodied red wine has a deep crimson color and has a very complex spicy nose, exhibiting hints of game and black truffles. It greets the palate with rich, powerful notes of ripe cherries and blackberries mixed with ripe tannins. The grapes are hand-harvested and the wine is aged for about one year in a mixture of oak barrels and old oak foudres. The finish on this wine is long and full. The wine is capable of cellaring for up to ten years.
Grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
Pairings: Anything from cheeses to steaks
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| Faverot Cotes du Luberon "Le Mazet" Rouge 2010 (#9-23) | |||
The Mazet is a traditional red made from classic local grapes -- Carignan, Syrah and Grenache. It has a deep red color with an intense minerally nose with red fruit notes. On the palate it is round, medium to full-bodied with red fruit flavors of blackcurrant and raspberries. The finish is long with hints of spice.
Grapes: Carignan, Syrah and Grenache
Pairings: an excellent partner with everything from chicken to hamburgers and BBQ.
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| Faverot Cotes du Luberon Blanc 2012 (#9-24) | |||
A very original white wine, it is made from traditional Provençal grape types, i.e., Grenache Gris, Roussanne and Rolle (Vermentino). It is dry but round and fruity on the palate with notes of pear, stone fruits and wild white flowers such as honeysuckle.
Grapes: Grenache Gris, Roussanne and Rolle (Vermentino).
Pairings: Seafood of almost any type or as a light aperitif before dinner
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| Font-Sane Côtes du Ventoux Rouge 2011 (#10-27) | |||
This wine is made from old Grenache and Syrah vines grown on the foothills of Mont Ventoux. This full-bodied wine has aromas of a French garden - spices, flowers and dark berries. The flavors are comparable to the aromas with silky tannins and a long finish.
Grapes: 70% Grenache, 30% Syrah
Pairings: Filet, ribeye or sirloin strip
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| Font-Sane Gigondas Terrasses des Dentelles Rouge 2010 (#10-29) | |||
The Terrasses ‘10 has an earthy nose full of dark berries and plums but needs decanting to open fully. A very complex wine with tannins and acidity in ample measure and well-balanced. A wine for right now or for 10 years from now.
Grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
Pairings: Filet, ribeye or sirloin strip
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| Font-Sane Gigondas Tradition Rouge 2010 (#10-28) | |||
This is a classic style Gigondas and is a powerful wine made with care. It is well-structured with red fruits and black pepper flavors and a long finish. It can be enjoyed with almost any meat dish or pasta, even with blue cheeses.
Grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
Pairings: Filet, ribeye or sirloin strip
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| Franck Millet Sancerre Blanc 2012 (#23-14) | |||
A powerful nose with aromatic qualities that are very representative of the limestone-clay soil found in the village of Bué. The wine has good acidity from the young vintage while at the same time displaying a surprising suppleness and roundness. This wine has a very long finish.
Grapes: Sauvignon Blanc
Pairings: White fish with a citrus sauce, lobster, scallops, white meats
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| Gevrey-Chambertin Rouge 2009 (#39-5) | |||
New wine - notes to follow
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 | Gueissard Bandol Rosé 2012 (#43-4) | |||
Elegant, light pink with salmon glimmers. The nose picks up expressive and complex tones of fresh aromas of citrus, mango, apricot notes. The palate is fleshy, balanced, with aromas of exotic fruits and spices.
Grapes:Cinsault (40%), Mourvèdre (35%), Grenache (20%), Carignan (5%)
Pairing: Zucchini flowers stuffed with goat’s curd, roasted Saint-Jacques risotto, peach crumble
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| Gueissard Bandol Rouge 2011 (#43-5) | |||
New wine - notes to follow
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| Gueissard Cuvée G Rouge 2011 (43-3) | |||
Deep red color with a violet glimmer. Scents of spice mixed with red fruits. The taste reflects the fragrance: powerful, structured, full, and long-lasting in the mouth, with rich, aromatic intensity.
Grapes: Syrah 80%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%
Pairings: Roast rib of beef; a stew of boar or other game; strong cheese; dark chocolate.
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| Insolite Sancerre 2012 (#23-17) | |||
The Insolite is the reserve cuvée, made from Millet's chalkiest limestone soils. There is a long maceration at very low temperatures to extract as much flavor and terroir as possible. The resulting wine is charged with mineral and stony flavors, is very intense and full of bright citrus notes and, because of the amazingly warm and ripe vintage, it is quite soft, with layers of rich fruit.
Grapes: Sauvignon Blanc
Pairings: White fish with a citrus sauce, lobster, scallops, white meats
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| Le Petit Caboche Blanc 2013 (#21-27) | |||
A fresh and lively Sauvignon Blanc from the Rhône Valley. Pale in color with hints of green and gold. The nose gives hints of apricot and orange flowers with an easy to define minerality. Very smooth in the mouth with a note of lemon on the finish. 6000 bottles produced from one parcel of 40 year old vines.
Grapes: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
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| Le Petit Caboche Rosé 2013 (#21-26) | |||
Crisp, fruity, dry and simply delicious. A beautiful floral nose with flavors of raspberry and strawberry.
Grapes: Carignan
Pairing: chill it down and drink with just about anything
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| Mâcon-Solutré 2012 (#48-3) | |||
New Wine - notes to follow
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| Maranges 1er Cru Clos des Rois 2011 (39-3) | |||
New wine - notes to follow
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| Margui AOC Rouge 2009 (#20--13) | |||
Another award winner from Philippe Guillanton. Beautiful ruby robe with purple hues; nose is subtle and intense with a complex bouquet of black cherries and red-fruit jam. Finish is long and healthy, with a blend of red fruit and spices. Barrel ageing adds a vanilla and grilled-coffee flavour and will result in a lengthy cellar life of up to 10 years.
Grape: 70% Syrah and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon Pairings: Anything from pastas to grilled meats. | ||||
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| Margui AOC White 2011 (20-17) | |||
Crystal clear with green hues, it presents delicate liquorice aromas then apricot and vanilla flavors, evolving into a lengthy and rich almond mouth and then a magnificent long finish. 100% natural with very low sulfites.
Grapes: Rolle (90%), Ugni blanc (10%).
Pairings: Seafood, goat cheeses or as an aperitif
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| Mas de Libian Bout d’Zan 2012 (#37-10) | |||
" Bout d'Zan ": Zan is a French traditional liquorice sweet that comes in small bits ("bout”). Bout d'Zan (literally a bit of Zan) was a friendly nickname for the winemaker’s father in his childhood, referring to his small size and tanned skin! Today, it refers to the subtle liquorice flavor of this wine.
Grapes: 80% Grenache, 20% Syrah
Pairings: Grilled meats of all types: red, white, game
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| Mas de Libian Côtes du Rhône 2011 (#37-9) | |||
From the combination of the Khayyâm and Bout d’Zan, this wine offers a wonderful example of a Southern Côte du Rhône.
Grapes: 75% Grenache Noir ,15% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre
Pairings: All grilled meats: red, white, game
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| Mas de Libian La Calade 2010 (#37-4) | |||
"LA CALADE" : Provençal name meaning "an uphill path with gravel or pebbles". If you visit the vineyard you will understand by the time you've used the access path -- it is very steep!
Grapes: 90% Mourvèdre, 10% Grenache
Pairings: Steaks, broiled or grilled; lamb; game
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| Mas de Libian La Calade 2011 (#37-8) | |||
"LA CALADE" : Provençal name meaning "an uphill path with gravel or pebbles". If you visit the vineyard you will understand by the time you've used the access path -- it is very steep! Check out the pictures in the Albums Tab.
Grapes: 90% Mourvèdre, 10% Grenache
Pairings: Steaks, broiled or grilled; lamb; game
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| Mas de Libian Pétanque 2012 (#37-6) | |||
"Vin de Pétanque": To drink while playing petanque (boules or bocce) or any other times ! Serve cold during the beautiful summer evenings!
Grapes: 75% Grenache Noir, 25% Syrah
Pairings: A light red, it will go with many varied dishes or, as suggested above, as an aperitif
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| Mas de Libian Vinum Blanc 2012 (#37-5) | |||
“Cave Vinum”; “mind the wine”, our inspriation comes from the famous “cave canem” beware of the dog -found in the Pompéii ruins on the doors of well-to-do homes. You may taste the flavors of clementine, ginger and peyote.
Grapes: 45% viognier, 20% clairette, 35% roussane
Pairing: Chicken , seafood, mild goat's cheese
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| Mascaronne Rouge 2009 (#41-3) | |||
The mouth is round and delicious, with hints of cherry The aroma is powerful and complex spicy nose, with intense aromas of small dark berries. This red wine is distinguished by the typical fruity and spicy expression of the Syrah grape, with good structure and soft tannins. Long finish of blackberry. Drink now and for at least a further 3 years.
Grapes: Syrah (80%), Cabernet Sauvignon (20%)
Pairings: Grilled duck breast, rack of lamb with roasted Provencal vegetables
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| Masquin CdR Humeur Blanc 2011 (#27-6) | |||
This lovely white wine is made from 60% Grenache Blanc, 15% Clairette and 10% Bourboulenc. It’s color is almost clear but with a hint of straw. Its nose reflects aromas of white peach, apple, a hint of lilac and a touch of anise. In the mouth it is fresh and round with a lengthy finish.
Grapes: Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Bourboulenc
Pairings: excellent as an aperitif or with light summer dishes, warm or cold
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| Masquin CdR Humeur Rouge 2011 (#27-7) | |||
We have 60% of Grenache and 40%of syrah, we produce around 30hl/ha (very small for CDR the average is around 45hl/ha…)
Only old vines (around 60years old) and Grenache are planted on a stony soil same as Châteauneuf-du-Pape, while Syrah are planted on a sandy soil for more softness and fruit. After alcoholic fermentation we put the wine during 4-6 month in big barrel named “Foudre” in French (60Hl).
Grapes: Grenache (60%), Syrah (40%)
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| Masquin Montplaisir CNDP Blanc 2010 (#27-8) | |||
Made from grapes grown on only about 3 acres of land, the wine is 70% Grenache Blanc and 30% Bourboulenc. Its color is of a pale straw with aromas of white peaches, apples, yellow plums and a touch of mint. In the mouth it is rich, round and fresh with a long finish.
Grapes: 70% Grenache Blanc, 30% Bourboulenc
Pairings: Seafood, white meats or as an aperitif
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| Masquin Montplaisir Rouge 2010 (#27-5) | |||
This 2010 Chateauneuf-du-Pape “Montplaisir” is a rich and full wine with great upside as well as aging ability. It is a blend of grapes from the famed sector known as La Crau. It boasts a dense ruby/purple/plum color along with chewy kirsch, garrigue, pepper and lavender characteristics, medium to full body, excellent power and concentration and light to moderate tannins that should resolve in 1-3 years. This wine will drink nicely for 10-12 years.
Grapes: 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 20% Mourvedre
Pairing: Roast, steaks, or lamb
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| Maubernard Bandol Rouge 2006 (#26-3) | |||
This is a wine that is ready to drink now or can be kept for a good many years to come. Round, well-balanced and complex, it is a fine example of a young-ish Bandol that will improve in the glass or in the bottle, whichever you prefer.
Grapes: Mourvèdre, Grenache and Cinsault
Pairings: Red meats, roasted or grilled
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| Maubernard Bandol Rouge 2007 (#26-2) | |||
Mourvèdre, Grenache and Cinsault combine to give this wine a lusty presence which will age well. Lots of black currant, spice and earthy tones coupled with enough tannins to give it an ample cellar life.
Grapes: 80% Mourvèdre, 15% Grenache and 5% Cinsault
Pairings: Red meats, roasted or grilled
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| Maubernard Rosé 2012 (#26-8) | |||
A blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache & Cinsault . . . and typical of rosés from this region. Once in the glass the aromas begin to develop into red fruits with a hint of citrus. Nicely balanced with good acidity, it will go especially well with seafood but also with many other foods or as an aperitif on its own.
Grapes: Mourvèdre, Grenache & Cinsault
Pairings: any seafood dish but especially as a pre-dinner aperitif
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| Pére Caboche 'Elizabeth Chambellan' Châteuneuf du Pape Rouge 2010 (#21-21) | |||
The old-vine cuvée has a darker ruby/purple color and offers a gorgeous concoction of lush black cherries, raspberries, and loamy soil notes with some Provencal herbs and licorice. It is full-bodied, fleshy, and totally seductive and voluptuous. Drink it over the next 7-8 years
Grapes: All 13 varietals of Châteauneuf du Pape
Pairings: Beef, Casserole, Lamb, Game, Soft Cheese
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| Père Caboche CdR Rouge 2012 (#21-19) | |||
With its beautiful deep ruby color and purple highlights, intense ripe red fruits and freshly made jam aromas, this very pleasant wine has a sweet attack supported by a nice body. Tannins have melted away and the finish is coated and fat. A very pretty wine, easy to drink, charming and deep...
Grapes: 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre
Pairings: Both red and white meats, fish dishes, pasta, barbecues and cheeses
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| Père Caboche Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc 2011 (#21-24) | |||
This white Chateauneuf-du-Pape is an elegant and fruity wine with delicate aromas of white flowers, peach and ginger. In the mouth it is smooth and fat with flavors of pear. It is a well-rounded wine yet fresh and crisp.
Grapes: 40% Bourboulenc, 25% Clairette, 25% Grenache, 10% Roussane/Picpoul
Pairings: This wine may be served as an aperitif but it is the perfect accompaniment to fish with a sauce, white meats and goat cheese.
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| Père Caboche Châteauneuf du Pape Rouge 2010 (#21-25) | |||
Père Caboche Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge is a fine wine, well balanced with elegant tannins and intriguing fruits. It can be drunk young in order to savour the perfumes of red fruit (black currants, blackberries, red currants), or you can age it for 5 to 15 years, while appreciating the development of aromas of spice and leather.
Grapes: All 13 authorized grape varieties are in this wine. Pairings: Anything from cheeses to steaks | ||||
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| Père Caboche La Côte 2011- Côtes du Rhône Village (#21-22) | |||
Lots of power, flavor and spice in the mouth. Full of blackberry in the nose and mouth. A complex and well balanced wine with a good finish. This wine gets about 9 months aging in oak.
Grapes: 70% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Carignan, 10% Mourvèdre
Pairings: Roast meats, steak, beef stews
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| Pouilly Fuissè Lamure 2011 (#48-2) | |||
Gold yellow colour. Very fragrant nose : fruity, floral with a delicate woody touch. The palate displays abundant citrus flavours with hints of grapefruit enriched with nutty, vanillin oackcharacters produced from barrel fermentations. Malolactic fermentation produces the wonderful, soft, creamy an butter mouth fell which enhances the balance and complexity of the wine. Rich, rond, fruity and full bodied attack. Very good lengh, characteristic of great wines. Ageing potential : between 10 and 15 years.
Grape: 100% Chardonnay
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| Pouilly Fuissè Terroir 2011 (#48-1) | |||
Golden yellow colour with green tints. Fruity ( grapefruit) and floral nose with a delicate woody touch. In mounth : fruits, vanilla and hazelnut flavours. Round and very good lenght, characteristic of great wines. Wine for ageing : between 8 and 12 years.
Grape: 100% Chardonnay
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| Puligny Montrachet Blanc 2011 (#39-6) | |||
New wine - notes to follow
100% Chardonnay | ||||
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| Rabasse Charavin Cotes du Rhone 'Laure' Blanc 2012 (#12-27) | |||
Typically made from younger Clairette and Bourboulenc vines growing on the middle of the hillsides at the domaine. Grapes are pressed in the traditional manner and fermented in enameled vats, producing a crisp, fuller-bodied white wine that is excellent with food.
Grapes: 55% Clairette, 40% Bourboulenc & 5% Rousanne
Pairings: Aperitif or with seafood, shellfish or white meats.
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| Rabasse Charavin Cotes du Rhone 'Laure' Rouge 2010 (#12-20) | |||
A rich, fruity wine with real depth of flavor. Made from vines of 30 to 50 years of age. Very concentrated - only 30 hectoliters per hectare - and vinified in concrete tanks, this wine will readily keep for 4 to 8 years.
Grapes: 85% Grenache, 15% Cinsault
Pairings: Grilled or roasted meats
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| Rabasse Charavin Cotes du Rhone Villages "Cairanne" Rouge 2010 (#12-26) | |||
This wine is all about finesse, sweet fruit and elegance. It is a blend of old Grenache (40-70 year old vines), Syrah (20-30 years old vines), Cinsault (15-20 year old vines) and Counoise (30 year old vines). The Syrah adds a gorgeous perfume and a silky texture. The vines grow on south-facing hillsides. This wine will age well for 8 to 10 years.
Grapes: 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 5% Cinsault, 10% Counoise
Pairings: White meat dishes like chicken, veal and pork, Aged Cheeses
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| Rabasse Charavin Vin de Pays Mourvedre 2000 (#12-28) | |||
A lighter red in color with a hint of brick, the wine needs decanting in order to bring out its true character. It has structure, balance and excellent length. Highly concentrated fruits, it is a wine of sophistication and will continue to develop for several years to come.
Grapes: 100% Mourvedre
Pairings: Game and beef
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| Rabasse-Charavin Cairanne 500 ml 2009 (#12-21) | |||
This wine is all about finesse, sweet fruit and elegance. It is a blend of old Grenache (40-70 year old vines), Syrah (20-30 years old vines), Cinsault (15-20 year old vines) and Counoise (30 year old vines). The Syrah adds a gorgeous perfume and a silky texture. The vines grow on south-facing hillsides. This wine will age well for 8 to 10 years.
Grapes: 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 5% Cinsault, 10% Counoise
Pairings: White meat dishes like chicken, veal and pork, Aged Cheeses
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| Rabasse-Charavin Les Cailloux - Plan de Dieu 2010 (#12-22) | |||
Mainly Grenache and made from 40-50 year old vines. The Plan de Dieu is a stony plateau and these vines are from the best parcels in that area. Very low yield, only 20-25 hectolitres per hectare. Highly concentrated flavors of dark fruits, mushrooms, a hint of truffle, pronounced scents of spices on the nose. Will keep easily for 7 to 8 years.
Grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
Pairings: any roasted or grilled meat, casseroles
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| Rives-Blanques 'Trilogie' Blanc 2012 (#35-5) | |||
Elegant, complex, intellectually challenging and sophisticated, yet startlingly simple in its clarity. Every year presents a new challenge, the aim being to get the best out of each vintage. Yield between 35-45 hl/ha. Each grape variety vinified separately. Grapes picked and twice-sorted by hand, pressed within two hours of harvesting. Fermented and aged in French oak barrels for six months.
Grapes: 50% Mauzac, 25% Chardonnay, 25% Chenin Blanc
Pairings: White meats, hot or cold, seafood or simply as an aperitif
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| Rives-Blanques Blanquette de Limoux Sparkling (#35-1) | |||
The world's oldest sparkler is still made to this very day only in Limoux, under the strictest AOP rules. It has the lowest permitted maximum yield of any sparkling wine in Frane, and is made exclusively from hand-harvested grapes. Whole, unblemished grapes are pressed within two hours of harvesting. Each grape variety is vinified separately and fermented at 14 °C. in stainless steel vats with a second fermentation in the bottle. Yield: 45 hl/ha.
Grapes: 90% Mauzac, 10% Chardonnay/Chenin blanc Pairings: At any time with any food! | ||||
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| Rives-Blanques Cremant Sparkling Rosé (#35-2) | |||
Limoux has an enviable reputation for the quality of its sparkling wines: as far back to the 16th century. The latest newcomer to the region is Crémant de Limoux, which like Champagne, is based largely on Chardonnay. This sparkling rosé is fresh in the mouth and on the nose with hints of raspberry & strawberry. Delicate, dry and elegant with fine bubbles.
Grapes: Chardonnay/Chenin blanc, pinot noir Pairings: Primarily as an aperitif or with dessert | ||||
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| Rives-Blanques Le Limoux 2010 (#35-12) | |||
The Le Limoux is the classic Limoux blend of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Mauzac. This wine expresses hints of apple, pear, peach, citrus, and possibly a bit of banana. Picked and sorted by hand this wine is fermented in oak barrels.
Grapes: 40% Chardonnay, 40% Chenin Blanc, 20% Mauzac
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| Rives-Blanques Occitania Blanc 2012 (#35-15) | |||
Made from 100% Mauzac, a grape grown in this region dating back to the Renaissance, the harvest is pressed within two hours of picking. The wine is matured for six months in seasoned French oak barrels. Awarded 4 stars by the British magazine Decanter, Occitania has been rated one of the top wines in France for each of the last four years.
Grapes: 100% Mauzac Pairings: As an aperitif with goat cheese, with grilled fish or shrimp. | ||||
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| Rives-Blanques Odyssée Blanc 2012 (#35-14) | |||
Rives-Blanques award-winning Cuvée de l'Odyssée, used only hand-selected grapes from top fields of Chardonnay, arguably amongst the best in Limoux, and proof positive that the great white grape varieties can find their full expression here. Yield: 45 hl/ha. Whole, unblemished grapes harvested by hand and sorted again before pressing; pressed within two hours of harvesting. Fermented in French oak barrels, followed by 6 months maturation in the barrel (1/3 new). Batonnage twice weekly.
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay Pairings: White meats, hot or cold, seafood or simply as an aperitif | ||||
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| Rives-Blanques VdP Chardonnay 2013 (#35-17) | |||
Rightly dubbed as the 'Basic Beauty' of the Rives-Blanques stable, this is a clean, fresh and stylish chardonnay, vinified in stainless steel vats. The winemakers take as much pride in the quality this country wine Vin de Pays as they do in their flagship chardonnay, the Cuvée de l'Odyssée. It was selected by one of the best sommeliers in the World, Andreas Larsson, as one of the top white Vins de Pays d'Oc. Machine harvested at night, sorted by hand and pressed within two hours of harvesting. Fermented at 17°C in stainless steel vats.
Grapes: 90% Chardonnay, 10% Chenin Blanc
Pairings: White meats, hot or cold, seafood or simply as an aperitif
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| Rouge-Bleu Côtes du Rhône Mistral 2007 Rouge (#15-2) | |||
Named after the strong winds that blow through the Rhône valley, the Domaine Rouge-Bleu ‘Mistral’ grapes come from the oldest vines on the domaine, many of them over 75 years of age. With a deep purple color, there are aromas of red fruits and spices on the nose and the high concentration of fruit, typical of older vines, is complemented by a lengthy finish and lasting flavor. A gold medal winner at the 2008 Paris Agricultural show, it was recently given 91 points by Wine Spectator magazine.
Grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Roussanne
Pairings: Roasted meats (especially those with sauces), mature cheeses and even chocolate desserts.
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| Rouge-Bleu Cotes du Rhone Mistral 2010 (#15-14) | |||
Complex nose of jammy black fruits and white chocolate. Round and powerful mouth; well balanced with the mature tannins and acidity brought by the stems. Very nice finish evolving to cacao and roasted notes. Open and/or decant a couple of hours before enjoying ! The 2009 Mistral won Gold Medal and Reserve Class Champion at the 2012 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wine Competition.
Grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Roussanne
Pairings: Roasted meats (especially those with sauces), mature cheeses and even chocolate desserts.
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| Rouge-Bleu Dentelle Blanc 2012 (#15-16) | |||
Elegant Rhône white. Aromatic notes of honeydew melon, apricot and delicate tropical hints. Crisp acidity with stone fruit flavors filling the mid palate. A round, well balanced finish.
Grapes: 50% Clairette; 25% Roussanne; 25% Viognier
Pairings: A wonderful aperitif or enjoy with fleshy white fish, goat’s cheese salads or chicken in creamy sauce.
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| Rouge-Bleu Premiere Cuvée Lunatique 2011 (#15-18) | |||
The story and the name of this wine come from this tiny rocky block located inside a prehistoric river bed. This parcel is the last harvested and definitely the most qualitative even if located officially in a "Vin de Table" area. Winemaking took place in small porous concrete tanks in order to respect “terroir” diversity and allow air exchange during the fermentation, eventually permitting life and expressions of aromas. Lunatique comes from naturally farmed 77 year old Grenache vines. The wine achieved great balance of acidity, tannins and alcohol. This natural fine wine is complex and rich with hints of blackberry, anise and kirsch.
Grapes: 100% Grenache
Pairings: Meats in sauce, truffle dishes, mature cheeses or chocolate desserts
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| Rouge-Bleu Rosso-Azzurro 2010 (#15-15) | |||
While vacationing in Sicily in August of 2010, Jean-Marc Espinasse developed a deep “Crush on Etna” for the beauty of the land and the wines. Grapes from old vines have been hand harvested, partly de-stemmed and vinified with their natural yeast and low sulfur in open barrels. This wine has high acidity and will pair well with light meats, cheeses and chocolate desserts.
Grapes: Nerello Mascalese (often compared to Pinot Noir)
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| Rouge-Bleu Vin de Pays de Mediterranee "Dentelle" Rouge 2011 (#15-19) | |||
An expertly made wine, blending 58 year-old Carignan and Grenache vines. Devoted to organic and biodynamic methods of growth and fermentation, Jean-Marc Espinasse has created a memorable and versatile wine. 'Dentelle' is an exquisite medium-bodied red with flavors of dark fruit, cooked cherries and elegant spices. Drinking well now.
Grapes: 60% Carignan, 40% Grenache
Pairings: Red meats, white meats, salads, cheeses and desserts
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| Santenay - Le Chainey Rouge 2011 (#39-4) | |||
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| Turenne Cuvée Antoine Blanc 2012 (44-1) | |||
Yellow-green color. Grapefruit, lemond and pear flavors evolving to honey. Serve at 50° F.
Grapes: Petite Clairette du Var 90%, Vermentino (Rolle) 10%
Pairings: Just by itself or with delicate sea food
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| Turenne Cuvée Bastien Rouge 2012 (44-3) | |||
Manual harvest, semi carbonic maceration in order to extract maximum fruit avec less tannins, Few pumpovers and press after 8 days, Aged in stainless steel tanks
Garnet color. Small black fruits, evolving to spices in the nose. The mouth is colmplex with torrefaction hints evolving to gamey with time. Serves at 60° F. No need to carafe
Grapes: Mourvèdre 50% ; old Carignan (60 years old)30%, Syrah 20%.
Pairings : Red meats, game, light cheeses,
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| Valentines Côtes de Provence 2009 Rouge (#16-14) | |||
A very complex wine -- hints of pepper, spices, a little licorice, mint and violets on the nose. Well-balanced and rich, it has a long finish and is an excellent example of red wines from the region. Grapes are equally balanced between Grenache, Syrah, Mourvédre, Cabernet Sauvignon and 70-year old vines of Carignan. Will cellar for 7-10 years.
Grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvédre, Cabernet Sauvignon and 70-year old vines of Carignan
Pairings: Game, roasted meats
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| Valentines Côtes de Provence 2012 Blanc (#16-21) | |||
Pale yellow in color with hints of green, the nose is complex and full of white flowers and hazelnut. In the mouth are flavors of citrus fruits, kiwi and other exotic fruits. It has a long and fresh finish with the capability of aging for 3-5 years.
Grapes: 50% Ugni Blanc, 25% Rolle (Vermentino), 25% Clairette
Pairings: Beautiful with white fish, chicken, turkey
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| Valentines Côtes de Provence Bagnard 2009 (16-10) | |||
Bagnard is the top red cuvée of Château Les Valentines red wines. The blend comes from a selection of old vines and is aged from 12 to 18 months in demi-muids (600 liters barrels). Cool coastal breezes which help to moderate the hot summers contribute to the lovely fruit flavors and palate cleansing acidity that this wine has to offer. Fullbodied and complex concentrated black and red fruity wine; hints of cacao, espresso and cake. A hearty red that will be the perfect winter warmer. The nose is powerful and complex : The mouth is spicy, velvety and explosive.
Grapes: Mourvedre (33%), Syrah (33%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (33%)
Pairings: Enjoy with grilled and stewed beef, roasted chicken.
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| Valentines Côtes de Provence La Gourmande 2010 (16-25) | |||
We elaborate this special cuvée only when the time is right to harvest our oldest Syrah grapes, slightly overmatured. The production is limited and reservations are posted long in advance. The terroir is mica-schist, vinification lasts 3 to 4 weeks with punching the cap. Then La Gourmande cuvée is aged during 12 months in french oak barrels. The robe is dense with hints of violette. The nose develops aromas of red and black fruit, cherry, chocolate and leather. The maturity of tannins, the musky touch of clove, mint and violet reveal an incredible wine. The finish is long and complex.
Grape: Syrah (90%), Grenache (10%)
Pairings: Enjoy with grilled beef, yakitori, lamb stews, cheeses.
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| Valentines Côtes de Provence La Punition 2010 (16-26) | |||
Over 3000 hours of sunlight during the growing season ripens this highly sought after red, coming from world class terroir, mostly crafted from one single grape variety. Carignan is one of the oldest cepage grown in Provence. It provides cherry peppered and fruity authentic red wines.The delicate aromas of garrigue (Provence scrubland) leap from the glass and displays a lovely roasted provencal herbs nose as well as supple and mouth coating : Full rich flavors of berry, cassis and blackberry.
Grape: Carignan (100%)
Pairings: Enjoy with grilled and stewed beef, roasted chicken, season mushrooms, chinese food.
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| Valentines Cuvée Huit Rosé 2012 (#16-27) | |||
This wine is a pale salmon color with a fresh nose exhibiting notes of cranberry, anise and fennel. It is round and full-bodied in the mouth with a long and spicy finish.
Grapes: Cinsault (50%), Grenache (30%), Syrah and Mourvédre (10% each)
Pairings: Seafood, white meats, spicy Latin and Thai foods and holiday dinners.
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| Valentines Rouge 2010 (#16-28) | |||
A very complex wine -- hints of pepper, spices, a little liquorice, mint and violets on the nose. Well-balanced and rich, it has a long finish and is an excellent example of red wines from the region. Grapes are equally balanced between Grenache, Syrah, Mourvédre, Cabernet Sauvignon and 70-year old vines of Carignan. Will cellar for 7-10 years.
Grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvédre, Cabernet Sauvignon and 70-year old vines of Carignan
Pairings: Game, roasted meats
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| Voirin-Jumel Brut Rose' NV(#13-2) | |||
A delicious cocktail of red fruit in the aroma on the palate. It is blended with 60% Pinot Noir -- which adds richness, long life and gives a softer feel in the mouth -- and 40% Chardonnay, adding elegance, finesse and minerality.
Grapes: 60% Pinor Noir, 40% Chardonnay
Pairings: Excellent as an aperitif, with dinner or with desserts.
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| Voirin-Jumel Cuvee 555 (#13-5) | |||
The long contact between the wine and the oak of the barrel gives the Cuvée 555 its woody taste, aromas of spiced bread and candied fruits. Delicately perfumed to be savored slowly with a truffled foie gras. A flavor of butterscotch on the finish.
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay
Pairings: Truffled foie gras, lobster, fish
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| Voirin-Jumel Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 1500ml Magnum (#13-7) | |||
A very dry, 100% Chardonnay from the village of Cramant, just south of Epernay, in the Cotes des Blancs. Floral characteristics with excellent minerality.
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay
Pairings: A very light aperitif or outstanding as a dinner wine with lobster and fish dishes.
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| Voirin-Jumel Grand Cru Blanc de Noir (#13-8) | |||
A dry, 100% Pinot Noir from the village of Cramant, just south of Epernay. Lovely floral characteristics with excellent minerality and hints of red fruit. As the “Blanc de Noirs” name suggests, it is a white wine made from black grapes.
Grapes: 100% Pinot Noir
Pairings: A very light aperitif or outstanding as a dinner wine with lobster and fish dishes.
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| Voirin-Jumel Grand Cru Blanc du Blancs (#13-1) | |||
A very dry, 100% Chardonnay from the village of Cramant, just south of Epernay, in the Cotes des Blancs. Floral characteristics with excellent minerality.
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay
Pairings: A very light aperitif or outstanding as a dinner wine with lobster and fish dishes.
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| Voirin-Jumel Grand Cru Blanc du Blancs Millésimé 1999 (#13-9) | |||
The 1999 harvest proved especially good for Chardonnay. This Grand Cru Blanc du Blanc Champagne is very dry, 100% Chardonnay from the village of Cramant, just south of Epernay, in the Cotes des Blancs. Floral characteristics with excellent minerality.
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay
Pairings: Outstanding as a dinner wine with lobster and fish dishes.
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| Voirin-Jumel Grand Cru Blanc du Blancs Millésimé 2002 (#13-10) | |||
The 2002 harvest proved especially good for Chardonnay. This Grand Cru Blanc du Blanc Champagne is very dry, 100% Chardonnay from the village of Cramant, just south of Epernay, in the Cotes des Blancs. Floral characteristics with excellent minerality.
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay
Pairings: Outstanding as a dinner wine with lobster and fish dishes.
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| Voirin-Jumel Grand Cru Blanc du Blancs Millésimé 2007 (#13-11) | |||
The 2007 harvest proved especially good for Chardonnay. This Grand Cru Blanc du Blanc Champagne is very dry, 100% Chardonnay from the village of Cramant, just south of Epernay, in the Cotes des Blancs. Floral characteristics with excellent minerality.
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay
Pairings: Outstanding as a dinner wine with lobster and fish dishes.
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| Voirin-Jumel Grand Cru Blanc du Blancs NV 375ml (#13-4) | |||
A very dry, 100% Chardonnay from the village of Cramant, just south of Epernay, in the Cotes des Blancs. Floral characteristics with excellent minerality, it is a very light aperitif or outstanding as a dinner wine with fish dishes.
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay
Pairings: A very light aperitif or outstanding as a dinner wine with lobster and fish dishes.
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| Vordy-Mayrannes 'Cuvee Louise' 2011 (#18-23) | |||
A spicy nose with reminders of moist turf. This full bodied red wine has loads of character to be unleashed after decanting for an hour or so. Given the blend, it is not surprising to find tannins in evidence, hence the need to decant for utmost enjoyment. Drink now and over the next six years.
Grapes: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre
Pairings: Beef stew, roast beef, steaks, some pastas
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| Vordy-Mayrannes 'Cuvée René' Rouge 2009 (#18-19) | |||
‘Cuvée des René’ is a medium to full-bodied red with aromas of raspberries and cherries. The flavors include dark chocolate, cooked cherries and other dark fruits. This is a complex, well-structured, smooth finishing wine.
Grapes: Mourvedre and Grenache
Pairings: Beef stew, roast beef, steaks, some pastas
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| Vordy-Mayrannes Cuvée 'Alice' Rouge 2009 (#18-21) | |||
“Alice” is a blend of Mourvédre, Grenache & Syrah. An elegant wine with a sense of cherries and violets on the nose, dark berries in the mouth. Nicely balanced and complex, it will go well with lamb dishes or with white meats served with cream sauces.
Grapes: Mourvédre, Grenache & Syrah
Pairings: Lamb, turkey, chicken, pork or veal in cream sauces
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| Vordy-Mayrannes Cuvée 'Françoise' Rouge 2011 (#18-24) | |||
The Domaine Vordy-Mayrannes ‘Cuvee Francoise’ has a rich and complex nose with the aromas of black cherries, nutmeg and chocolate. These are repeated in the flavor of the wine along with a silky finish with just a soft hint of the tannins at the end.
Grapes: Carignan, Syrah, Grenache
Pairings: Beef stew, roast beef, steaks, some pastas, and Dark Chocolate
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