Champagne
Chartogne-Taillet Couarres Chateau
Chartogne-Taillet Couarres Chateau March 14 2017 Harvested 2010 Disgorged August 2015 100% Pinot Noir, Extra Brut Pale Yellow Aromas of Brioche, marzipan, apple, vanilla, brown sugar, flowers, lemon, peach pit, basil. On the palate, bright lemon and apple flavors with earthy minerality, long crisp finish, delicate and fine on the […]
Vintage Krug Tasting 1996 and 2002
Getting any allocation of 2002 Krug has been very difficult. There has been a lot of hype around the 2002 Champagne vintage in general but Krug felt they had something truly special. They released the 2003 vintage many years ago but held back the 2002 and kept quiet. For those […]
The Unconventional (thankfully) Champagnes of Cedric Bouchard
Nestled in the southernmost region of Champagne, Aube, lies a winemaker who stands out among the rest. Cedric Bouchard is known for his cult following, and it’s no wonder why. With a focus on terroir and uncompromising quality, Bouchard’s wines […]
Jacques Selosse Champagne Vintage Blanc de Blancs
Anselme Selosse, Visionary or Madman? The answer depends on one’s perspective, but in 1980s Champagne he was probably thought a bit mad. Today, Jacques Selosse Champagne is highly sought after and regarded as one of the best in the industry. Anselme’s Selosse’s father, Jacques Selosse, started producing and bottling Champagne […]
Twenty wines for the holidays and beyond
For the first Twenty days of December we will be adding new Wines for the Holidays here, everyday. Of course great wine is not limited to the Holidays, don’t feel bad about stocking up a bit. Check back daily to see if one of your favorites makes the list. December […]