FX Pichler Loibner Berg Riesling Smaragd 2006

This is one of the steepest and most austere primitive-rock sites encountered in Loiben. The Loibner Berg, Wachau’s largest coherent single vineyard, is fully exposed to the south and accordingly warm. The wines derived from this site are shaped by the unique composition of this first-class soil, which imparts longevity ... more

Domaine William Fevre Chablis Les Clos 2007

Remarkably complex bouquet, blending fruity, floral and spicy notes with a substantial mineral touch. Structured palate, opening up with age to give powerful, generous wines. Food-wine matches: Fish, shellfish and other seafood, grilled or in a cream sauce. Poultry and white meat, grilled or in a cream sauce. more

Domaine William Fevre Chablis Les Preuses 2007

Floral nose with fruity aromas enhanced by intense mineral notes and developing lightly smoky touches. Very round on the palate, both full-bodied and refined. Food-wine matches: Fish, shellfish and other seafood, grilled or in a cream sauce. Poultry and white meat, grilled or in a cream sauce. more

Ferrari-Carano Fumé Blanc 2008

Zesty flavors and aromas of orange blossom, grapefruit and lemon mingle with a subtle mineral note that is complemented by a lingering finish of guava and pineapple in the Ferrari-Carano 2008 Fumé Blanc. Aged partially in stainless steel and older French Oak gives this wine a crisp freshness and a ... more

Hartford Court Four Hearts Vineyard Chardonnay 2005

Complex aromas and flavors of white peach, citrus blossom, Asian pear and candied lemon give way to a rich and weighty mid-palate, followed by a very long, exotic spice infused finish. more

Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc 2005

Some experts feel that the greatest maker of Hermitage is the firm of Jean-Louis Chave. The Chave family has been growing grapes at Hermitage since 1481. They have a reputation for making good wine in poor years, and excellent wine in good ones. They use low yeilding vines (average age ... more

Black Wing Chardonnay 2006

Aged in French oak for 3 months. Green color with golden hues. Aromas of fresh peaches with pineapple and melon. Melon and creamy peach flavors complemented by a smooth vanillan butterscotch flavor. A long and lingering finish. more

Weingut Nigl Grüner Veltliner Kremser Freiheit 2007

This is the wine by which most of you know Nigl, and if you still have the astonishing 2006 be grateful, as it soared above its class. This ‘07 is back to its very fine reality; when I tasted it in January, 2008 it was the most apple-y GrüVe I’d ... more

Domaine Leflaive Bâtard Montrachet 2006

Long, gentle pneumatic pressing, débourbage over 24 hours, then racking and running the must into cask. Alcoholic fermentation in oak casks, 25% new (maximum 1/2 Vosges, minimum 1/2 allier). Aged 12 months in cask, placed in tank for 6 months, then prepared for bottling. Homeopathic fining and very light filtering ... more

Domaine Leflaive Bourgogne Blanc 2006

Vinification: Long, gentle pneumatic pressing, decanting over 24 hours, then racking and running into cask of the must alcoholic fermentation in oak casks, 12% new (maximum 1/3. Vosges, minimum 2/3 allier) Matured 12 months in cask, then aged 6 months in tank and prepared for bottling. Homeopathic fining and very ... more

Domaine Leflaive Chevalier Montrachet 2006

Long, gentle pneumatic pressing, débourbage over 24 hours, then racking the must into cask. Alcoholic fermentation in oak casks, 25% new (maximum 1/3 Vosges, minimum 2/3 Allier). Aged 12 months in cask, 6 months in tank, then prepared for bottling. Homeopathic fining and very light filtering at bottling, if necessary. more

Domaine Leflaive Puligny Montrachet Clavoillon 2006

Vinification: Long, gentle pneumatic pressing, decanting over 24 hours, then racking and running into cask of the must alcoholic fermentation in oak casks, 22% new (maximum 1/2 Vosges, minimum 1/2 allier) Matured 12 months in cask, then aged 6 months in tank, where it is prepared for bottling. Homeopathic fining ... more