The Savigny is similar to the pinot with its predominance of intense red fruits and amazing length. Unfortunately with the low yields we made 1/2 of what we normally do thus just 125 cases made in…

91 Bh / 91 Wa. Note: from the 1er portion of the vineyard. Tasting note: Moderate reduction suppresses the fruit so be sure to give this some air if you're going to crack a bottle young. Otherwise…

Domaine Rapet is located in Pernand-Vergelesses, in Burgundy. The estate has been known since 1765 and includes 20 hectares of vines in the villages of Pernand-Vergelesses, Savigny-Lès-Beaune,…

Savennières is located on the Western edge of the Anjou region in the Loire valley. The vineyards sit on hillsides overlooking the Loire river. The soils are predominantly schists with some sandstone…

Roche Aux Moines is arguably the most famous cru in Savannières along with Coulee de Serrant, and in 2011 they were awarded their own distinguished appellation. This vineyard is known for extremely…

The estate was founded in 1981, though there are records of vineyards planted in the region since the middle ages when the monks ("moines" in French) from the Abbaye de St Nicolas tended vines in the…

Ripe and fresh, with a touch of tropical fruit, graphite minerality, and well-integrated, moderate oak influence. Balanced acidity and medium body, long finish. Delicious. – ABV: 13%

88-90 WA. The 2021 Marsannay La Charme aux Prêtres delivers aromas of spiced plums, red berries and forest floor, followed by a medium-bodied, supple and vibrant palate with a sweet, charming…

91 Bh. Tasting note: A brooding and much more restrained nose grudgingly offers up its combination of red currant liqueur, violet, poached plum and a hint of warm earth. The finer but not denser…