The aromas and flavors are less fruit-oriented and more on the mineral, lanolin and gunsmoke side of the flavor spectrum. Hints of lemon and honey add complexity. A little austere, but intense and focused, with a long finish.id 198

An open, elegant style, combining apple, lemon verbena, and smoke notes with a juicy structure. Balanced and fine, with depth.id 199

Chablis fans will enjoy this wondeful wine, with its distinctive mineral, flinty notes accented by firm lemon and lime. Medium-bodied, this has personality.id 200

Fine, delicate, pale-gold bubbles, which will deepen in color over time. The nose is silky and complex with flowery aromas. A sparkler with a good balance of freshness and roundness.id 42

"Firm and harmonious, feauturing peach, apple, honey, and spice notes. Picks up some citrus accents toward the finish, which is long and mouthwatering." -BS W.S.: 91 pts
Wine Spectator: 91 ptsid 40

Gold-colored, round and balanced, with plenty of fresh fruit aromas. This Champagne is a magnificent aperitif and should be offered at a temperature of 6-8°C. It may best be kept for 1-2 years away from direct light at a temperature of (10-15°).id 381

"An elegant style, offering wild cherry, spice, and earth notes. Shows good concentration and structure, picking up a second wave of flavor midpalate and cruising to a long finish." -BS W.S.: 90 ptsid 41

Its sophisticated nose is a mixture of very fine and flowery aromas, with a fruity flavor and a roundness which offers a good length on the palate. This champagne brut may be enjoyed as an aperitif.id 382

This is a Rosé de “Saignée” whose color was obtained by leaving the grapes to macerate for a few hours after the pressing, in order to get colored juices. With more structure than a blended rosé, this Rosé de “Saignée” and its strong berry aromas will be much appreciated with meal.id 129

This mature Champagne will be much appreciated by “connaisseurs“ for its roundness and complexity both as a fine aperitif or with a meal.id 233

“There's black licorice, coffee bean and ripe fruit on the nose. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a wonderful concentration of ripe fruit and currant. Shows tar and vanilla on the finish. Best after 2013. 16,665 cases made. –JS”
Wine Advocate: 87-89 pts
Wine Spectator: 91 ptsid 315

This wine may be drunk young, or may be cellared for up to 10 years. Serve at 10-12°C. It's perfect as an aperitif, and pairs well with foie gras, smoked salmon, creamy dishes, cheese, and chocolate desserts.id 360

The aromas are fine and intense, reminding both of flowers and fruit: honeysuckle, jasmine, grapefruit, citrus, and fresh grapes. On the palate, the wine is fresh, fruity, and rich at the same time. The finish is long and fleshy. It is best enjoyed when served at 10°-12°C with fish dishes or cold sliced meats.id 358

This Alicante’s nose is very rich, imparting notes of spices and blackberries. Well-balanced, with a freshness in the mouth, it is a perfect candidate for aging.id 65

Beautiful robe and a full, fruity taste with brilliant, purple sheen. The nose suggests surprising notes of red fruit and strawberries, while the palate is well-balanced, round, and full-bodied.id 66

Intense and rich in tone, with a nose of blackcurrant and cherry. The palate is dominated by concentrated notes of fruit, and is round and full-bodied.id 67

A firm, refined red, with a lovely rose petal aroma and precise red plum, mineral and tobacco leaf flavors, accented by hints of raspberry. Braised meat notes give the finish lots of length and richness.id 237

A surprisingly delightful, fresh, well-balanced white wine from an especially hot vintage. In its youth, the palate is dominated by concentrated tones of citrus, banana, and white fruit. After aging, the complexity of honey and truffles emerges.id 64

Strong red colour with intense aromas of black fruits and spices. Well-structured and balanced, it is ready for drinking now but can also be kept for several years.id 384

Golden yellow in colour, with an intense nose of citrus and quince, this wine is classically Mediterranean in style. Well-structured and harmoniously balanced, it drinks markedly soft and full.id 383

Luscious, rich, and full-bodied, with layers of dark plum, chocolate, cassis, and brandied cherry flavors. Muscular structure, with plenty of smoke and bittersweet chocolate on the finish.id 234

A brilliant purple-hued wine with an elegant and concentrated nose boasting aromas of black fruit and herbs, as well as chocolate, coffee, toasted wood and spices. A velvety start in the mouth is followed by a very full and lasting finish.id 54

A classically expressive, terroir-drive wine that is simultaneously friendly and complex. Displays a brilliant ruby color with an intricate nose of blackberry fruit and spices. Ample and full-bodied in the mouth, with stewed berry fruits and “garrigue” notes of thyme and rosemary. id 51

A deep, brilliant violet with a complex nose of red fruit and blackberry, black olive, and “garrigue” notes. Enters the palate smoothly, with a very full finish, rounded with marked tannins. id 55

A bright, crisp, and fresh-tasting white, with a firm structure and plush texture. Green apple, citrus, and marzipan flavors dominate, with some cherry notes on the finish.id 45