A really lovely, restrained effort from Paso Robles by Jean Hoefliger. Not to say the wine isn't powerful, full-bodied, or richly layered with a tapestry of inky dark black and blue fruit. It is all that, but immense structure and building tannins also cr...
Clos Le Vigneau is a single vineyard from an area known as "les Gués d'Amant" or "Lover's Gap". Most of the vines were planted in 1929.
Off dry in style with honey, earth and apricot notes. Wines from the town of Vouvray have been known to age well for 40 years. This particular bottling should hold for at least 5-7 years.
Gentle in texture and abundant in flavor, this velvety wine exudes delicious black cherries, mellow nutmeg and vanilla, dark chocolate and mint notes on a rich bed of soft tannins.
Lovely finesse and balance to this red, with berries, light vanilla and dried flowers. Medium body, creamy tannins and a bright finish. Vegan. Drink now.
Iron, cedar and wood-char aromas waft from the glass before potent black fruits, dark oak spices and espresso flavors fill the mouth. A full web of tannins holds together blackberries, blueberries and singed-herb notes.
A streamlined version, with a pure beam of cherry and blood orange coulis zipping through, flecked with red tea and savory hints. Offers a light mineral echo through the finish. Drink now through 2030. 10,000 cases made.
An expressive version, with generous notes of ripe tropical fruit, including papaya, grilled pineapple and mango. There's also a wonderful sense of restraint in the way the acidity and supple texture play with the flavors. Touches of vanilla shortbread, c...
Creamy textured, with a core of cherry and blackberry fruit, plus light licorice, potpourri and vanilla hints in the background. Sleek finish. Drink now through 2026