The Cuvée Au Coeur de Ventabren from Domaine Pique-Basse comes from plots of Syrah planted in 1975 in the foothills of the Ventabren massif at a place called "Croix de Cornu" with clay soil (a mixture of yellow and white marls) naturally giving a low yield of 30 hectoliters per hectare. The color is dark, almost black, with blood-red highlights. The nose opens with smoky notes of black pepper and blond tobacco, followed by mineral aromas and well-integrated wood. The palate, all spicy length, is perfectly matched by the freshness of smooth, taut, still-tight tannins.
The pinot gris les Prélats du domaine Paul Ginglinger is a charming wine. It develops on fruity notes of pear, mirabelle plum, hazelnut, but also vanilla and a fine smoky note. This dry Pinot Gris is densely balanced, fleshy, broad and refined at the same time. The finish is marked by a beautiful limestone imprint and refreshing acidity.
Magnificent Menetou-Salon blanc 2023 from domaine Philippe Gilbert, both gourmand and chiseled in this elegant, straightforward vintage. Superb, beautifully mature Sauvignon. This organic white wine seduces with its aromas of fresh fruit (lemon and green apple), combined with delicate floral notes and a marked minerality. On the palate, it's lively and chiselled, with a lovely tension that gives it great freshness.
The cuvée 1769 du Clos Venturiis made from the old parcels of Domaine Vico. This biodynamic white wine from Corsica is a model of freshness and gourmandise. The vermentino develops fruity and floral notes. Long on the palate.
A magnificent cuvée of old vines, Domaine d'Orfeuilles' Cuvée Silex! A magnificent Vouvray, fragrant, elegant and gourmand. It develops on notes of exotic fruits, peaches. Great length!
Au cerisier is a magnificent parcel from the domaine Combel la Serre: this organic wine reveals fine, kirschy cherry aromas. The nose is fruity, the palate silky and of a rare elegance for this terroir. Drink up or cellar for 7 years!
This Saint Véran du domaine de la Croix Senaillet develops notes of citrus, fleshy fruit, white flowers and minerality. This wine will be perfect with shellfish starters, fish or as an accompaniment to goat's cheese.
From 30-year-old vines, the cuvée Improbable du château du Cèdre is a superb Malbec. A solar and supple organic wine from the South-West, with a lovely burst of fruit.
Métamorphisme du domaine de la Bergerie is a cuvée made from 100% pineau d'aunis. This organic wine is supple and gourmand, developing on notes of red fruit and pepper. Very drinkable!
This Bouzeron du domaine Chapuis is made from the Aligoté grape variety; it reveals aromas of green apple, preserved lemon and white flowers, accompanied by a mineral touch that gives it great freshness. On the palate, it is distinguished by a pleasant liveliness and well-presented acidity, bringing a beautiful length and a sensation of purity.
The Côte de la Houssaye du Domaine Ogereau is a superb Cabernet Sauvignon to be enjoyed over 20 years. This organic wine develops aromas and flavors of great aniseed finesse with intense notes of graphite, humus and undergrowth.
The Part Davan de Camin Larredyais a gourmet wine characterized by volume and structure. Its assertive character remains bordered by a velvety mouthfeel and a lively yet coated finish in long fruitiness. The aromatic range still expresses fresh fruit (white peach, citrus) complemented by a touch of minerality.
Vers Chânes from Domaine Giroux is a magnificent Macon-Fuissé from a micro-parcel. This superb white Burgundy develops on notes of baked apples, toasted hazelnuts, acacia flowers. Nice saline finish.
Roc du Piere du domaine de Courbissac is a great Minervois for laying down. This organic wine is powerful and structured, developing aromas of black fruits, pepper, cocoa. Superb length. Its aromatic complexity and length make it an ideal wine for dishes in sauce, game or braised meats.
The Bourgogne Côtes d'Auxerre Corps de Garde Blanc from the domaine Goisot is a gastronomic dry white wine. Its bouquet reveals toasty, zang, cinnamon and very ripe fruit aromas. On the palate, this biodynamic wine reveals itself to be both powerful and elegant, quite simply a great Chardonnay!
A superb, accessible white Burgundy produced by the Clos des Rocs. A surprisingly fruity Mâcon, with a cocktail of citrus fruits followed by notes of yellow peaches. Juicy on the palate, with roundness and plenty of freshness: an ideal wine for the aperitif.
The Petit Chablis 2023 from domaine Pommieris greedy and fruity, typical of the AOP. The nose is expressive with notes of white fruit. Straightforward and fruity on the palate. Nice fresh, iodized finish, typical of Chablis
This Orange wine from domaine de Courbissac has plenty of personality. On the nose, it develops notes of infusion, dried apricots and a slight oxidative touch. The palate is vinous and complex, resting on fine, controlled bitters. The mouthfeel is halfway between white and red.
Chateau Bois de la Gravette is an organic Litrac-Medoc made from Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon. Fruity, straightforward and easy to digest, this is an organic Bordeaux with freshness and elegance. A wine of formidable efficiency. We congratulate Lucie Mançais who, for her first vintage and at just 23 years of age, has produced a very fine bottle!Close
Superb Macon-Chaintré dudomaine Cornin : a Maconnais from a plot selection of old vines! Fruity, complex and endowed with good length, it's a very successful introduction to the domaine.
Echappée Belle is an organic Corbières from Château de Caraguilhesdominated by carignan . The nose develops notes of pepper, liquorice and black fruit. On the palate, we find the freshness of the carignan and its red fruit notes. Great length!
The cuvée Les Ormeaux du Clos Puy Arnaud comes from vines with an average age of 30 years. A Cotes de Castillon partially aged in barrel and endowed with fine substance: gourmandise and complexity for this vintage that is slowly reaching its peak.
