GIULIO GRASSO Grape-growner of the year Giulio Grasso - founder of Caʼ del Baio winery - in an authentic grape-grower, a man who lives the rhythms of nature and countryside practically in symbiosis with his vineyards. Although his productions ranges from red white wines to red of the territory, it his nevertheless his Barbaresco wines from Pora,...
From the historic heart of the famed Bussia vineyard area, this wine beautifully expresses the fabulous vintage. Boasting great depth and energy, it seamlessly delivers violet, incense, underbrush, crushed black cherry, licorice, graphite and balsamic sensations alongside vibrant acidity and big, velvety tannins. Drink 2020–2040. Wine Enthusiast, Kerin...
Scents of woodland berries, violets, dried rose petals, baking spices and Mediterranean herbs emerge from this wine. Crushed Morello cherry, graphite, red raspberry and white pepper all come seamlessly together on the palate alongside invigorating energy and intensity. It shows fantastic aging potential. Drink 2020–2040. Wine Enthusiast, Kerin O'Keefe -...
Héritiers de dix générations de vignerons, François et Emmanuelle Raquillet sont à la tête du domaine familial (10 ha) depuis 1990 et signent avec constance des cuvées de belle facture. Guide Hachette 2016 - 1 étoile
GIULIO GRASSO Grape-growner of the year Giulio Grasso - founder of Caʼ del Baio winery - in an authentic grape-grower, a man who lives the rhythms of nature and countryside practically in symbiosis with his vineyards. Although his productions ranges from red white wines to red of the territory, it his nevertheless his Barbaresco wines from Pora,...
Wine & Spirits Magazine, vintage 2012, 93 pts James Suckling, vintage 2012, 94pts Wine Spectator, vintage 2012, 94pts Robert Parker, vintage 2012, 91pts Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media, vintage 2012, 92pts
Un délicieux Cabernet Franc ontarien! Le cépage Cabernet Franc est capable du meilleur comme du pire. Ça peut être bon en ciboulot mais ça peut aussi nous faire faire une solide grimace... Celui que je salue ici devrait vous accrocher un sourire au visage en moins de deux! Laissez tomber les préjugés encore trop fréquent qu'on entend sur les vins...
Gambero Rosso 2015 - 3 red glasses out of 3, Calestaia 2010 Gambero Rosso 2016 - 3 red glasses out of 3, Calestaia 2011 Good Wines of Italy 2015 - Gold Crown, Calestaia 2010 Good Wines of Italy 2016 - Gold Crown, Calestaia 2011 Bibenda wine guide 2015 - 3 Clusters out of 3, Calestaia 2010
90 pts, Guía Peñín de los vinos de España The Non-Vintage Cygnus Brut Nature Organic offers up a sophisticated nose of flowers, mineral, smoked nuts, and brioche along with excellent balance and length on the palate. In recent years One Plus One Equals Three has been a reliable producer of quality Cava. These new releases are all excellent with several...
Revue des Vins de France 2017, Chablis Premier Cru Butteaux 2014: 15/20
Revue des Vins de France 2017, Chablis 1er Cru Butteaux Vieilles Vignes 2014: 15,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve - 16/20, 1er Cru Forêts 2014 Revue des Vins de France - 15,5/20, 1er Cru Forêts 2014 MILLÉSIME 2013 Vinous, Antonio Galloni - 90-92 points, 1er Cru Forêts 2013 Burghound, Allen Meadow - 89-91 points, 1er Cru Forêts 2013 View from the Cellar, John Gilman - 90 points, 1er Cru Forêts 2013
Bettane & Dessauve, Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre 2014: 16,5/20 Revue des Vins de France, Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre 2014: 16,5/20
Revue des Vins de France, Chablis Premier Cru Séchets 2014: 14,5/20
"The 2012 Vaillons from Domaine Michel had also just been bottled two weeks ago, but was showing off lovely elegance and nascent complexity in its bouquet of lemon, green apple, a refined base of oyster shell, white flowers and chalky overtones. On the palate the wine is pure, full-bodied and delivers excellent mid-palate depth, with superb focus and cut,...
Decanter, Chablis Grand Cru Grenouilles 2014: 96 pts
Revue des Vins de France 2017, Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2014 : 17/20
Decanter, Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir 2014: 95 pts Revue des Vins de France, Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir 2014: 16/20
GIULIO GRASSO Grape-growner of the year Giulio Grasso - founder of Caʼ del Baio winery - in an authentic grape-grower, a man who lives the rhythms of nature and countryside practically in symbiosis with his vineyards. Although his productions ranges from red white wines to red of the territory, it his nevertheless his Barbaresco wines from Pora,...
“Full-bodied, with gorgeous purity”, Wine Advocate, 92pts Les Planels 2013, Wine Advocate, 93pts Les Planels 2012, Wine Advocate, 92pts Les Planels 2012, Silver medal, Decanter World Wine Awards, Silver medal Les Planels 2009, The Rhones Report, 92 Pts
'For the price, this is a no-brainer. Fabulous Minervois that shows both the power and finesse of the appellation’s best wines. Beautiful floral notes alongside juicy red fruit. A touch of grenache adds some silkiness.' Bill Zacharkiw: 10 great organic wines under, The Gazette, March 31st 2017
One of the flagship estates of Chianti Rufina, Colognole is a consistent and respected producer. The beautiful property in the hills above Rufina includes a restaurant and a charming bed & breakfast located in the main Tuscan villa. I had a chance to informally taste through some older vintages with proprietor Cesare Coda Nunziante and was impressed...
Jean-Louis et Fabienne Mann disposent d’un bien joli patrimoine de vignes avec des parcelles significatives dans les deux grands crus du village, l’Eichberg et le Pfersigberg. Vigneron habile et consciencieux, il présente des vins de belle régularité et de belle facture, qui nous ont semblé gagner encore en précision et en densité ces dernières années. Un...
The only 2013 that I was able to taste, the 2013 Crozes Hermitage Cuvee Paul, is an outstanding Syrah that was completely destemmed and aged all in two- to five-year-old barrels. It too has an inky purple color as well as lots of meatiness, black currants, peppery spice and vanilla oak. Showing more and more meatiness with air, this medium-bodied,...
Cendrillon 2015: Expression pure et nette du sauvignon blanc aux saveurs minérales riches et regorgeant de fraîcheur. Touches de notes salines qui s’accordent parfaitement avec de fines huîtres. 3 étoiles 1/2, Préféré de Vins & Vignobles, Hiver 2017 Cendrillon 2015, Médaille d'Argent, Concours Amphore 2017 des vins biologiques
Médaille d'argent sur 752 vins - Switzerland Best Wine Selection 2015
« Une jolie matière aux tannins de soie sauvage, un fruit élégant, la finale est longue et légèrement poivrée. Un vrai premier cru. C’est l’élégance des Givry qui s’exprime » 16/20, Coup de Cœur, Millésime 2013, Guide des Vins Bettane et Desseauve 2016 « Ce vin grenat profond parsemé d’éclats rosés dévoile un nez intense qui mêle les fruits rouges...
'Brilliant and vibrant'. It should evolve nicely for a year or three and drink well through 2013. Millésime 2013, 93 pts Wine Spectator Millésime 2012, 90 pts Wine Spectator Millésime 2012, 93 pts, Jeb Dunnuck Millésime 2011, 91 pts Wine Spectator et 93pts, Robert Parker
"Tout en délicatesse, cet assemblage de macabeu (65%) et de grenache gris (35%) affirme une très belle cohérence, beaucoup de finesse et de résilience., dans un bel élan savoureux, jalonné de graines de fenouil fraîches." 16,5/20 RVF Guide 2017
I found the 2013 Minervois la Livinière La Touge very Rhone-like, with subtle leather, spice and garrigue mixed with plenty or raspberry and blackberry fruit. The blend here is Syrah and Grenache that’s aged all in large oak tanks. (Jeb Dunnuck) Wine Advocate: 91pts, millésime 2013 Wine Advocate: 90pts, millésime 2012 Wine Advocate: 91pts, millésime 2011...
Nouvelle cuvée de rouge, Mar i Muntanya, à l'image de sa joyeuse étiquette; sans prétention, savoureux, très engageant, et à prix très doux. Revue des Vins de France 15/20
L'édition 2015 du Guide des meilleurs Vins de France renouvelle son étoile au Domaine François Raquillet. Cette étoile récompense l'excellence de la production de l'ensemble des vins du Domaine. 1 étoile, Guide des meilleurs Vins de France 2015 À la tête de ce domaine de 10 hectares situés à Mercurey depuis 1983, François Raquillet se remet en question...
GIULIO GRASSO Grape-growner of the year Giulio Grasso - founder of Caʼ del Baio winery - in an authentic grape-grower, a man who lives the rhythms of nature and countryside practically in symbiosis with his vineyards. Although his productions ranges from red white wines to red of the territory, it his nevertheless his Barbaresco wines from Pora,...
La découverte des vins de la famille Catania a été pour moi une révélation. En fait, il y a eu un avant et un après Gulfi. Le vignoble est conduit en agriculture biologique, sans irrigation, et les raisins sont récoltés à la main. Cela peut sembler banal, mais dans le verre, ces détails se traduisent par un monde de différence. Rarement ai-je goûté des...
93 pts Robert Parker The 2011 Neromàccarj is the wine that, in my opinion, best encompasses the overall winemaking philosophy at Gulfi. Like the other Nero d'Avola selections presented, this wine boasts a super enriched and concentrated style. On top of black fruit and cherry marmalade, the bouquet offers Teriyaki, barbecue smoke and asphalt-like aromas....
“The Old School Blanc is crisp and lively, with solid lime, citrus and green fruit notes to go with a medium-bodied, juicy and nicely balances feel on the palate. It’s a solid value and a worthwhile purchase for consuming over the coming year or two.” Jeb Dunnuck, Mai 2014
“Excellent, and more than reasonably priced offering that delivers pure, fruit forward aromas” Robert Parker, 89Pts
These are wines to buy and this is a domaine to follow. Terrific wines at great prices. The Underground Wine Letter, John Tilson
Jean-Louis et Fabienne Mann disposent d’un bien joli patrimoine de vignes avec des parcelles significatives dans les deux grands crus du village, l’Eichberg et le Pfersigberg. Vigneron habile et consciencieux, il présente des vins de belle régularité et de belle facture, qui nous ont semblé gagner encore en précision et en densité ces dernières années. Un...
Jean-Louis et Fabienne Mann disposent d’un bien joli patrimoine de vignes avec des parcelles significatives dans les deux grands crus du village, l’Eichberg et le Pfersigberg. Vigneron habile et consciencieux, il présente des vins de belle régularité et de belle facture, qui nous ont semblé gagner encore en précision et en densité ces dernières années. Un...
Jean-Louis et Fabienne Mann disposent d’un bien joli patrimoine de vignes avec des parcelles significatives dans les deux grands crus du village, l’Eichberg et le Pfersigberg. Vigneron habile et consciencieux, il présente des vins de belle régularité et de belle facture, qui nous ont semblé gagner encore en précision et en densité ces dernières années. Un...
Gambero Rosso - 2 glasses, Roccapesta 2011 Bibenda wine guide 2015 - 4 Clusters, Roccapesta 2011
Great intensity on the nose, with very vibrant tropical fruit, particularly mango and banana. It is markedly voluminous on the palate, matched by bold, ripe fruit, and would benefit from a touch more acidity for balance. That being said, the sheer weight of this wine gives considerable character and the quality shines through on the long, tropical finish....
Millésime 2016, 90 points, Wine Enthusiast
"Le Ragnaie's 2012 Rosso di Montalcino is initially tight and compressed with focused tones of cassis, licorice and balsam herb. You get a good dose of that inner complexity and elegance that is characteristic of its big sister wine, Brunello di Montalcino. It also shows a similar ability to change and evolve in the glass with each passing minute. The...
Gorgeous fruit to this rosso with lots of dried cherry, light chocolate and berry character. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a clean fruit finish. Delicious now. James Suckling - 90 points Pretty aromas of underbrush, crushed blue flower and perfumed berries lead the nose on this robust Rosso. The dense palate delivers succulent black cherry,...
The 2012 St Veran les Creches, has a sophisticated bouquet that is very well-defined with fine mineralité coming through chalky, granitic scents. The palate is showing fine concentration with a lovely spicy opening that calms down toward the harmonious, silky smooth finish with touches of white pepper sprinkled over the citrus fruit. What a fantastic...
Made from Nero d’Avola with a small percentage of mixed local grapes, the 2011 S. Basilio opens to a penetrating dark garnet color with lively aromas of ripe fruit, tobacco and mild spice. The wine sees brief contact with wood, but the oak presence on the bouquet is extremely mild mannered. Acidity and generous fruit flavors set this wine apart. This is...
Les domaines à suivre. La jeune génération qui veut bouleverser les hiérarchies établies. Les Choix qualitatifs récents de Stéphane Cherrier payent: plus de désherbants, usage de levures indigènes sur les cuvées parcellaires, table de tri, vendanges manuelles....Ce vigneron modeste affirme désormais son style. Revue des Vins de France, Octobre 2016...
Chenin à la touche féminine, vinifié par Tessa, flle de Monique. Sec et tendu, marqué de notes de pêche et d’amande et doté d’une grande finesse, souplesse et rondeur sur une finale très élégante. À déguster avec poisson, viande blanche ou fromage de chèvre. 3 étoiles 1/2, Préféré de Vins & Vignobles, Hiver 2017
Gold Medal, The Drinks Business Top 10 Dry Rosés Over £10 91 points, Wine Enthusiast 91 points, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar 92 points, Ultimate Wine Challenge
69e position dans le Top 100 Wine Spectator 2017 - Millésime 2016
Contrada Salvarenza - Vecchie Vigne 2013, 90pts, Wine Enthusiast Contrada Salvarenza - Vecchie Vigne 2012, 92pts, Wine Enthusiast Contrada Salvarenza – Vecchie Vigne 2012, 90pts, Wine Spectator Contrada Salvarenza – Vecchie Vigne 2011, 90pts, Wine Spectator Contrada Salvarenza – Vecchie Vigne 2012, 92pts+ Robert Parker Contrada Salvarenza –...
Natural Selection 2012 “Medium-bodied, racy, and pure on the palate, with a lovely, elegant texture that’s lifted by the wines. Jeb Dunnuck, April 2015, 90pts
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