The Mercurey Vieilles Vignes, from 3 parcels of 60 year old vines is delicious, juicy and seductive and offers exceptional value for money. Francois Raquillet is recognized as, possibly, the best producer in the village of Mercurey. François, the 11th ge...
Possibly my favorite of the trio, the 2022 Gigondas Vieilles Vignes (80% Grenache and 20% Syrah) offers a full-bodied, incredibly textured, yet seamless and elegant profile to go with lots of meaty dark fruits, some classic Southern Rhône licorice, roaste...
2022 was a standout year for the Côte du Py, making wines of great depth that will stand a great test of time. On the nose, the 2022 Morgon Côte du Py unfurls with aromas of tangy blackberries, plums, blood orange, oak leaf and slate. Medium to full-bodie...
A juicy and expressive garnacha with ripe plums and spiced cherries. Sappy and ripe with lots of tart cherries and strawberries. A hint of coffee and vanilla in the medium-long finish. Drink in 2024.
The 2022 Planet Oregon Pinot Noir is way better than the price point represents. Gorgeous neon ruby core with a lighter pink rim in the glass, the delicious aromas and flavors of sour cherries, red plums, fresh peaches, dried rosemary, dusty earth, and dr...