Sipping Fine Wine

9.5

Deep Ruby with aromas of rich berry fruit, floral and complex spice, blend of 84% Cab Sauvignon, 13% Merlot & 3% Petite Verdot. On the palate flavors of blackberry and blueberry with floral spice, vanilla, integrated toasty oak and earthy cinnamon. Fine soft tannins, long finish ending with fruit, spice, vanilla oak and earthy notes, good now and will still get better, small production! A nice char broiled fillet mignon will go well. — 2 months ago

Janet Tremblay

9.4

1986 vintage. Several hours after decanting…wonderful wind. Rich mature fruit, very soft tannins. Enjoyed with a grilled fillet mignon. Wonderful pai. — a year ago

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John Tan

9.1

Boxing Day 2022 at OKH. Honeyed nose. Complex wine that’s rich, mineral, lively, with hints of tropical fruits.

100% Sauvignon Blanc from approximately 60-year-old vines grown on Turonian limestone (same terroir as La Perlée). The wine is labelled as a Vin de France as the Saumur appellation does not accept this grape variety. Fermented in concrete tanks, then aged in barrels and demi muids for 12 months in this vintage, 6 months shorter than usual.
“A rich, expansive expression of Sauvignon Blanc. With oxygen – more time in bottle or in a decanter is essential - it opens up to a wonderful honeyed nose, with a gourmet nose of ripe, tropical fruit and roasted apple. On the palate, the same luscious fruit profile is accompanied by a smooth, mouth-coating texture. This is impeccably balanced by minerality and lively acidity. Not your typical Sauvignon Blanc, but delicious nonetheless.” AC — a year ago

K Brooks

9.2

Delicious Cab with a filet mignon dinner celebrating the birth of our granddaughter. — 2 years ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.5

Originally a blend of single vineyards, including 50% out of Martha's Vineyard. Deep Ruby, aromas of berry fruits, earthy oak & floral spice. On the palate flavors of blackberry and cherry with hints of cacao, licorice and leather. Fine dusty tannins, good acidity, well balanced, ending with fruit and savory earthy mineral notes. Nice! Grab a Filet Mignon! — 5 months ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.3

Blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot & 4% Cabernet Franc, deep Ruby with aromas of rich berry fruit, floral and slight spice. On the palate flavors of blackberry and blueberry with floral spice, warm vanilla oak and earthy cinnamon. Fine soft tannins, long finish ending with fruit, spice, vanilla oak and soft earthy notes, will still develop. A nice fillet mignon with mushroom gravy will go well. — 8 months ago

Willie Carter

9.4

I just love this producer. Every single one of these wines are brilliant, sharp, and laser focused. Really nice effervescence and soft, tiny bubbles. The nose is immaculate with floral accents immediately. Red currants and nectarines along with hot buttered brioche fresh out of the oven. As the wine warms, the red fruit aromas really begin to shine through.

Natural, organic, biodynamic and it shows. A superbly crafted wine that truly speaks of the terroir and the winemaker. Another one of these Meunier Masters that’s truly changing the game. 100% Pinot Meunier from 40 year old vines in Festigny. A combination of the 2016 and 2017 vintages with no added dosage for purity and clarity.

Joy in the mouth with insane acidity and balance. This always takes a little time to really open up but when it does you’ll find apple cinnamon bread and red apples. Just a small touch of cherry and cream along with lemons. For an “entry level” bottle this really cannot be beat. But as many of these as you can, just leave me some too. — 2 years ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.2

From the Far Niente winery. Deep Ruby with aromas of dark berry fruits with floral spice and oaky notes. On the palate flavors of raspberry, blackberry and red plum with licorice, vanilla, leather and espresso. Tannins are fine, a bit tight, long finish ending with fruit, toasty cedar and earthy spice. Enjoyable now but a few years will reward. Pair this with a fillet mignon with a Cabernet sauce. — 6 months ago

Sipping Fine Wine

8.9

A blend of grapes from the Montagne de Reims and the Côtes des Blancs, medium lemon color, aromas of stone and citrus fruits with yeasty notes, significant Pinot Noir in blend. On the palate flavors of apple and pear with lemon citrus zest and bread notes. Fine bubbles, light mousse, medium finish ending with fruit, citrus and yeasty biscuit character. Pair this with shrimp cocktail.
— 10 months ago

Willie Carter

9.5

Just stop and look at this thing. Look how gorgeous it is. It’s so pretty I almost don’t want to drink it. Almost. Beautiful effervescence and an instant burst of fresh fruit aromas. Strawberries and cream with raspberry jam. Lychee and dried herbs, mild spice and a fair bit of kumquat for good measure.

One of the Masters of Meunier and it shows. It always shows. Brilliant acidity though understated compared to his wines with lower dosages. 100% Pinot Meunier from Festigny and full of unique personality and character. 50/50 from the 2017 and 2018 vintages, this is youthful and fresh with lively minerality. Very lean and mean while still remaining generous.

On the palate, this distinguishes itself from other rosé bubbles. The antithesis of a lifeless, limp, and limpid wine. Thrilling in the mouth, the red fruits announce their presence. Red cherries and orange slices. A rumor of smoke and the whisper of tobacco. A long, magnanimous finish that truly leaves you wanting. I’ll drink another bottle just because. — 2 years ago