Thierry Villard

François Villard

Le Grand Vallon Condrieu Viognier 2004

Opened and decanted about an hour prior to service and presented double-blind. The wine appears deep yellow nearing gold in color; medium+ viscosity. On the nose, the wine is vinous and super floral with peaches and marzipan and some signs of oak, a portion new French oak. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium- acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long, weighty with a pronounced oily texture. Alcohol is elevated. I called Marsanne/Roussanne blend from France, Northern Rhône, Hermitage Blanc with 15+ years of age. Close! The florals and elevate alcohol should have steered me to Condrieu but that’s hindsight. Regardless, this was a delicious reminder to allow Northern Rhône whites to age. Drink now. — 18 days ago

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Thierry Allemand

Chaillot Cornas Syrah 2015

Dark cherry, berry fruit with an elegant, floral mouthfeel showing sweet, savory spice, pepper, mineral, leather & violets — 2 months ago

Severn, Ira and 11 others liked this

Thierry Allemand

Cornas Reynard (R) Syrah 2008

Another great one from the master that has an elegant, silky mouthfeel showing red & black fruit, savory spice with notes of glycerin, pepper, olive, blood & violets — 3 days ago

Severn, Tom and 10 others liked this

Les Vins de Vienne (Cuilleron Gaillard Villard)

Les Cranilles Côtes du Rhône Red Rhone Blend 2021

The description: Packed with red and black Fruits (blackcurrant, raspberry, sour cherry), bright and lively in the mouth with a nice minerality coming through the long, fresh finish.
The opinion: Description accurate. Would I buy again “Yes”. Lighter side of what I typically buy but still very pleasant.
— 18 days ago

Domaine des Roches Neuves (Thierry Germain)

L'Insolite Saumur Chenin Blanc

Sharp, beautiful colour, fresh but full of body. — 3 months ago

François Villard

l'Appel des Sereines Syrah 2020

Was given a sample of this at The Wave at Marblehead . . . it was delightful. Chocolate, blueberry, dark cherry, smoky, spicy, moderate tannins but at the same time fresh, bright, not overpowering. Hoping I’ll be able to find retail. — 18 days ago

Domaine des Roches Neuves (Thierry Germain)

Franc de Pied Saumur-Champigny Cabernet Franc 2021

Lean red and blue fruits and savory thyme . Decanted Good food wine. Like bbq ribs. TBL — a month ago

Daniel, Joshua and 3 others liked this

Domaine des Roches Neuves (Thierry Germain)

Clos Romans Saumur Chenin Blanc 2009

If you ever thought how can a cremant made from Chenin Blanc have the acidity and subtle fruit make a wonderful sparkler. Try this one on. I loved how clean and crisp this came across. — 3 months ago

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