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The Domaine Leflaive Mâcon-Verzé "Les Chênes" 2023 is a prestigious biodynamic white Burgundy that serves as an entry point into the world of the most famous Chardonnay producer on earth. While Leflaive’s Grand Crus from Puligny-Montrachet fetch thousands, their Mâcon-Verzé wines are crafted with the same biodynamic rigor and technical precision by the same winemaking team.

The "Les Chênes" (The Oaks) is a specific vineyard within the Mâcon-Verzé appellation known for its older vines (some planted in 1935) and south-facing exposure, which produces a wine with more structure and "toasty" complexity than their standard Mâcon-Verzé.

    •    Food Pairing: Its mineral precision and creamy finish make it perfect for butter-poached lobster, grilled scallops, or a rich vegetable tart.

    •    Cheese: Pairs exceptionally well with Chèvre (goat cheese) or a younger Comté.

Winemaker Description 

Clay-limestone terroir with little depth before reaching the bedrock. Gentle to very steep slopes. Surface area: 3.43 ha located in the heart of the Verzé valley, "Les Chênes" comprises two south-west-facing parcels.

The vines are cultivated biodynamically.

Harvesting is entirely manual, and pressing is carried out in Verzé. After decanting, the musts are transported daily to Puligny- Montrachet for fermentation and ageing, under the watchful eye of Domaine Leflaive's technical team. Vinification takes place in vats, and ageing lasts from 15 to 16 months.
Pressing: Long, gentle pneumatic pressing, 24-hour decanting followed by settling.
Fermentation: 55% in stainless steel tanks, 42% in cement tanks and 3% in new oak barrels.

Ageing: After 10 months' ageing on lees in fermentation containers, the wine is racked into stainless steel tanks and aged on fine lees for 6 months. Winemaker Description. 

Winemaker Description

Chateau Greysac Médoc displays a deep purple color with a complex aromatic profile of blueberries, plum, and raspberries layered over fresh earthiness. Medium-bodied on the palate with firm tannins, notes of blackberry and licorice, and a clean, persistent finish with lingering dark fruit and earthy character.

About Chateau Greysac

Chateau Greysac is a historic Cru Bourgeois estate in the Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, situated in the commune of Bégadan in the northern Médoc. The estate has produced classic Bordeaux blends — led by Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot — for generations, earning its Cru Bourgeois classification for consistent quality and typicity. Chateau Greysac is one of the few Bordeaux estates to produce a fully Kosher and Mevushal wine under rabbinical supervision, making it a benchmark choice for kosher Bordeaux lovers seeking genuine appellation character at an accessible price. Certified Kosher for Passover and Mevushal.

Food Pairings

Roasted lamb, braised short ribs, duck confit, herb-crusted beef tenderloin, mushroom dishes, aged hard cheeses, and classic Bordeaux-style roasts. An ideal wine for holiday meals, Shabbat dinners, and special occasions.

Product Details

• Producer: Chateau Greysac
• Classification: Cru Bourgeois
• Appellation: Médoc AOC, Bordeaux, France
• Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Bordeaux blend)
• Certification: Kosher for Passover, Mevushal
• Vintage: 2023
• Style: Medium-to-full-bodied, structured Bordeaux Cru Bourgeois
• Format: 750ml

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Brilliant lemon-green in color, aromas of peaches and citrus fruits complement undertones of herbs and flowers. On the palate, zesty acidity and a long finish showcase this wine’s subtle hints of toasted almonds and macadamia nuts.

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White Burgundy is typified by aromas and flavors of green apple and lemon and is defined by its structure and expression of minerality. This wine is a synthesis of finesse and freshness that is enhanced by the fruitiness that Chardonnay can bring.

Pair with fish in white sauces, warm shellfish, hard cheese, or on it's own as an aperitif.

Anterra Pinot Grigio | Terre Siciliane | 2024 | 1.5 Liter Magnum

Sun-drenched and effortlessly elegant — the Anterra Pinot Grigio is grown using 100% sustainable viticulture in the dry, warm heart of Central-Western Sicily, where the variety takes on a uniquely decisive character while retaining its signature freshness. The name Anterra — "ancient land" in Italian — pays homage to Sicily's millennia-long winemaking heritage.

This 1.5 Liter Magnum is the perfect format for the table: generous, impressive, and built for sharing. Expect a pale lemon pour with aromas of tropical fruit, green apple, fresh peach, and delicate floral notes with a whisper of almond. On the palate, it's crisp, balanced, and clean — a crowd-pleaser that punches well above its price.

Food Pairing

Excellent with appetizers, flavorful soups, poultry, and seafood — particularly shellfish.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Tropical fruit, green apple, peach, floral notes, hint of almond
• Palate: Crisp, light-bodied, fresh and elegant
• Finish: Clean, refreshing, pleasantly dry

Wine Details

• Grape: 100% Pinot Grigio
• Region: Terre Siciliane, Sicily — Italy
• Vintage: 2024
• Size: 1.5 Liter Magnum
• Closure: Screw Cap
• Farming: 100% Sustainable

Winemaker Description

A youthful nose of fresh berries, cherry, and floral aromas, finishing with a soft texture and a hint of sweetness — designed to be vibrant, flavorful, and enjoyed within four years.

This is a fruitier style of Cabernet Sauvignon with a touch of sweetness, perfect for those who prefer a softer, more approachable red wine.

St. Francis Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County 2021 — Half Bottle (375ml)

St. Francis Winery & Vineyards has been one of Sonoma County’s most respected producers since 1979, with a long track record of crafting Cabernet Sauvignon of genuine depth, structure, and value. Their Sonoma County Cabernet is a benchmark for the appellation — a wine that consistently overdelivers at its price point, drawing on fruit from across the county to deliver the richness and complexity that Sonoma Cab is known for. Now available in a convenient 375ml half-bottle, perfect for a solo dinner, a gift, or a first taste of the estate.

The 2021 vintage began slightly early, with the first fruit picked on August 18. Limited rainfall during the growing season produced lighter crops but brought intense, concentrated flavor and color. Consistent summer temperatures — free from lingering heat waves — helped maintain natural acidity for brightness and balance. The result is a deeply extracted, beautifully structured Cabernet.

Generous aromas of crushed wild blackberries, dark red fruits, cassis, and milk chocolate, with savory notes of black olive, sage, and a hint of allspice. The palate delivers black cherry, cassis, herb mélange, and dark chocolate, wrapped in plush tannins and barrel spice, finishing long and rich.

Wine Enthusiast — 89 points

“This deeply extracted Cabernet gives aromas of spiced plum, blackberry and licorice on the nose. The palate brings black cherry, cassis, herb mélange and dark-chocolate flavors wrapped in plush tannin and barrel spice that lingers across the finish.” (Vintage 2021). 

Food Pairings

Grilled ribeye, braised short rib, lamb chops, aged cheddar, and hearty pasta with meat sauce.

Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: Sonoma County, California
Vintage: 2021
Format: 375ml (Half Bottle)
Score: 89 points Wine Enthusiast

Santa Marina Pinot Grigio — Lombardy 2024

Pinot Grigio at its most honest. Santa Marina's 2024 is a no-fuss Italian white that delivers exactly what the grape promises — fresh citrus, light stone fruit, and a clean, palate-cleansing finish that makes it one of the most food-friendly bottles at this price. Fermented to preserve freshness and aromatics, it is the kind of wine that disappears quickly at dinner and earns its place on any weeknight table. Serve well chilled and pour freely.

Bright and clean on the nose with fresh citrus and light stone fruit. On the palate, the wine is dry, crisp, and light-bodied — refreshing acidity carries the fruit through to a clean, slightly tart finish that leaves you reaching for another sip. Uncomplicated, honest, and built for the table.

Crisp, dry, and effortlessly food-friendly — Pinot Grigio from Lombardy, Italy's benchmark region for the grape.

• Producer: Santa Marina, Lombardy, Italy
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Lombardy, Italy
• Varietal: Pinot Grigio
• Style: White Wine — Dry, Crisp, Light-Bodied
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Fresh citrus, light stone fruit, bright acidity, clean finish
• Serve: 45–50°F, well chilled
• Best Paired With: Grilled fish, shrimp, calamari, clam sauce pasta, caprese salad, pizza bianca, soft cheeses

The perfect weeknight white — Santa Marina Pinot Grigio is honest Italian winemaking at a price that makes every dinner feel effortless.

Experience the elegance of Soave Classico with Cantina Pra 'Otto' 2024, a masterclass in volcanic minerality. Named after Graziano Prà's beloved dog, Otto, this wine is widely considered one of the most reliable and "dangerously delicious" white wines in Italy. Earning 91 points from Vinous, this bright, mid-weight white wine showcases fresh orchard fruit, vibrant acidity, and salty minerals, making it ideal as an aperitif as well as a perfect match for seafood, roast chicken, and a variety of pasta dishes.

Vinous - 91 Points (2024 Vintage)

"The 2024 Soave Classico Otto impresses with its fresh mix of vividly ripe orchard fruit. It's airy and lifted with notes of minty herbs, sweet spices and white smoke. A burst of vibrant acidity invigorates the palate as salty minerals saturate. Crisp and clean, the Otto closes with a long, citrus-inflected finish."

Winemaker's Description

This base wine from Prà fully embodies its concept, named after Graziano's dog, Otto, it is a bright, mid-weight white wine with aromas and flavors of green apple, flowers, almond, and citrus, making it ideal as an aperitif as well as a perfect match for seafood, roast chicken, and a variety of pasta dishes.

Named After Graziano Prà's Dog, Otto

Named after Graziano Prà's beloved dog, Otto, this wine carries a personal touch that reflects the winemaker's passion. The name adds charm and character to this exceptional Soave Classico.

"Dangerously Delicious" - Most Reliable White Wine in Italy

This wine is widely considered one of the most reliable and "dangerously delicious" white wines in Italy. Its consistent quality and irresistible character make it a favorite among wine enthusiasts.

Masterclass in Volcanic Minerality

Moving from the coastal, sandy soils of the Rhône delta to the volcanic hills of the Veneto, the 2024 Cantina Prà 'Otto' Soave Classico is a masterclass in volcanic minerality. The volcanic soils impart distinctive mineral character.

Volcanic Hills of the Veneto

From the volcanic hills of the Veneto, this wine showcases the unique terroir of the Soave Classico region. The volcanic soil contributes to the wine's signature minerality and complexity.

Primarily Garganega Grape

This grape variety, primarily made from Garganega, boasts a fresh and vibrant profile. Garganega is the indigenous grape of Soave and produces wines of exceptional quality and character.

Tasting Profile

Appearance: Bright, pale yellow
Aroma: Fresh mix of vividly ripe orchard fruit. Minty herbs, sweet spices and white smoke. Green apple, flowers, almond, and citrus. Pear, white peach, and a hint of almond
Palate: Airy and lifted. Burst of vibrant acidity. Salty minerals saturate. Crisp and clean. Bright, mid-weight. Refreshing acidity that invigorates the palate
Finish: Long, citrus-inflected finish

Fresh Mix of Vividly Ripe Orchard Fruit

The 2024 Soave Classico Otto impresses with its fresh mix of vividly ripe orchard fruit. The fruit expression is pure and vibrant, showcasing the quality of the 2024 vintage.

Airy & Lifted

It's airy and lifted with notes of minty herbs, sweet spices and white smoke. The wine feels light and elegant, never heavy or cloying.

Minty Herbs, Sweet Spices & White Smoke

With notes of minty herbs, sweet spices and white smoke adding aromatic complexity. These nuanced aromas elevate the wine beyond simple fruit character.

Burst of Vibrant Acidity

A burst of vibrant acidity invigorates the palate. The acidity provides structure, freshness, and makes the wine incredibly food-friendly.

Salty Minerals Saturate

As salty minerals saturate the palate, creating a distinctive savory character. This mineral salinity is a hallmark of volcanic terroir and adds complexity.

Crisp & Clean

Crisp and clean, the wine showcases purity and precision. The winemaking allows the terroir and fruit to express themselves clearly.

Long, Citrus-Inflected Finish

The Otto closes with a long, citrus-inflected finish. The extended finish demonstrates the wine's quality and concentration.

Green Apple, Flowers, Almond & Citrus

With aromas and flavors of green apple, flowers, almond, and citrus. These classic Soave characteristics are beautifully expressed in the 2024 vintage.

Bright, Mid-Weight White Wine

It is a bright, mid-weight white wine that balances substance with elegance. The wine has enough body to pair with food while remaining refreshing.

Pear, White Peach & Almond

The 2024 vintage showcases bright notes of pear, white peach, and a hint of almond. These fruit and nut flavors create an inviting, complex profile.

Subtle Minerality from Volcanic Soil

You'll notice the subtle minerality derived from the volcanic soil of the Soave region. This terroir-driven character distinguishes Soave Classico from other Italian whites.

Unique Terroir Expression

Each bottle encapsulates the unique terroir, celebrating the richness of its surroundings. This wine is not just a beverage; it's an experience that transports you to the enchanting vineyards of Italy.

Soave Classico Region

Soave Classico is a charming white wine hailing from the picturesque Soave region of Italy. The Classico designation indicates grapes from the historic heart of the Soave zone.

Remarkable Balance of Fruitiness & Minerality

The Cantina Pra 'Otto' Soave Classico 2024 offers a remarkable balance of fruitiness and minerality that is characteristic of this esteemed wine. This balance is the hallmark of quality Soave.

Versatile Food Pairing

Pair with:

• Risotto with spring vegetables (asparagus or peas)
• Sushi or Sashimi (the salinity mimics the sea)
• Prosciutto di Parma (the fruitiness cuts through the salt of the ham)
• Grilled fish
• Shrimp risotto
• Light chicken dishes
• Fresh salads
• Antipasti platters
• Seafood
• Light pasta dishes
• Creamy sauces

Ideal as an Aperitif

Making it ideal as an aperitif to start your meal. The bright acidity and refreshing character awaken the palate and stimulate the appetite.

Perfect for Seafood

A perfect match for seafood, from grilled fish to shellfish. The wine's minerality and acidity complement the delicate flavors of seafood perfectly.

Cuts Through Creamy Sauces

Its bright acidity makes it an ideal companion for creamy sauces, cutting through richness while enhancing the dish's flavors. The wine provides balance and refreshment.

Meticulous Winemaking Process

What sets Cantina Pra 'Otto' apart is its meticulous winemaking process that embodies tradition and innovation. The Prà family's dedication to quality is evident in every bottle.

Italian Wine Craftsmanship

Explore the essence of Italian wine craftsmanship in every sip and discover why Soave Classico is a favorite among wine enthusiasts worldwide. This wine represents the best of Italian white wine tradition.

2024 Vintage Quality

The 2024 vintage showcases exceptional quality, earning 91 points from Vinous. This vintage represents the excellence of Cantina Prà's winemaking.

Perfect for Any Occasion

Ideal for casual gatherings or formal dining, this versatile wine elevates any occasion. Embrace the flavors of Italy and impress your guests with this exceptional white wine—perfect for both casual get-togethers and festive celebrations.

Cantina Pra 'Otto' Soave Classico 2024 750ml

Winemaker Description 

Origin Alella, Catalunya.

Varieties 100% Pansa Blanca

From 7 vineyards around Alella, all planted on Saulò (granitic sand) aty 120-300m. The vines were planted between 1939 and 1998.

Vinification Method The grapes were harvested by hand and half were destemmed and crushed by foot, then left to macerate on the skins for 3-4 days; the other half were destemmed, left whole, and macerated on the skins for 9 days. The two parts were pressed and finished fermentation in stainless steel tanks and fiberglass, then rested for 11 months on
the lees in the same vessels. 

Bottled without fining, filtering, or added sulfur. Oriol Artigas, an Alella native and trained enologist, started his project of making non- interventionist wines in 2011. His over-arching philosophy is to “cultivate the vineyards in the most natural and least interventionist way possible, to allow the grapes to express in the most intense way the landscape from which they come.”

He works about 12 hectares in total, mostly of old vines. He allows vegetation to grow between the vines, prunes very little, and works the vineyards primarily along the lunar calendar. In the winery, fermentations are completely spontaneous, aging is primarily done in steel vats, and sulfur is never used at any point in his process. The vineyards of Alella are essentially the vineyards of Barcelona, located just north of the city along the coast of the Mediterranean. 

The primary soil type is a kind of white granite, locally called Sauló, and the main grape grown here is Pansa Blanca (the local clone of Xarel- lo) with a whole slew of other grape varieties inter-planted as well.

Famille Vincent Pouilly-Fuissé Marie Antoinette — Mâconnais, Burgundy 2023

Famille Vincent is the family behind Château Fuissé — one of the most celebrated and historic domaines in Pouilly-Fuissé, and the benchmark producer of the appellation. Located in the village of Fuissé in the Mâconnais, the estate has been in the Vincent family for generations and is today led by Antoine Vincent, who continues the family's commitment to expressing the full potential of Chardonnay on the distinctive limestone and clay soils of southern Burgundy. The Marie Antoinette cuvée is a tribute to Marie-Antoinette Vincent — Antoine's grandmother and a beloved figure in the family's history — crafted to be an approachable, high-quality introduction to the Château Fuissé style: elegant, mineral, and unmistakably Pouilly-Fuissé.

The color is pale yellow with hints of green. The nose offers a touch of oak alongside great finesse and minerality — white flowers, lemon, and apple scents lead into aromas of melon, kiwi, peach, and apricot. On the palate, the wine is fresh, round, and fruity with a lovely mineral backbone and a nicely balanced, long finish. Elegant and complete — a Pouilly-Fuissé that drinks well above its price.

"A touch of oak, lots of finesse and minerality with white flowers, lemon and apple scents. Fresh, round and fruity with aromas of melon, kiwi, peaches and apricot and a nice minerality. Nicely balanced and fresh with a great length." — Famille Vincent, Winemaker

• Producer: Famille Vincent / Château Fuissé, Fuissé, Mâconnais, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Pouilly-Fuissé AOC
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Cuvée: Named in tribute to Marie-Antoinette Vincent, grandmother of proprietor Antoine Vincent
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: White flowers, lemon, apple, melon, kiwi, peach, apricot, mineral backbone, long balanced finish
• Style: Medium-bodied, fresh, elegant, lightly oaked
• Drink: Now through 2029
• Best Paired With: Seared scallops, grilled fish, roast chicken, veal, soft cheeses, mushroom risotto, light cream sauces

The Château Fuissé pedigree in an approachable, elegant package — Marie Antoinette is Pouilly-Fuissé at its most charming.

Expert Review - Vintage 2023 

Vinous 93 Points | The 2023 Vouvray Sec Le Haut-Lieu is a pure, refined, seamless style with pear, pineapple and nectarine flavors. It boasts excellent clarity and refinement, with lovely freshness hailing from calibrated acidity that bursts through this blossoming wine. Considering this was only bottled three weeks before tasting, I’m very encouraged by the results.

Wine Spectator 92 Points | Fresh-crushed apple, quince and spice notes have an earthy dimension, with hints of roasted agave and wet soil. There's beautiful range and just enough plumpness to make this generous, yet it's held in check by a chalky mineral element and very fine tannins. Toasted almond and salted butter notes move in, with lime-edged acidity cleaning up the finish. Refined and complex. Drink now through 2037.

Winemaker Description 

The original Huët vineyard is nearly 9 hA. It has the richest soils of the domaine’s three crus - a deep limestone-clay - and the wines are generally the estate’s most approachable. In some vintages, small quantities from nearby estate parcels may be added to Le Haut-Lieu. Winemaker Description.

Expert Reviews 

Jeb Dunnuck 90 Points | Lastly, this estate fashioned a solid 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Mohrhardt Ridge Vineyard, which comes from the Fort Ross-Seaview appellation, and you don’t see many Bordeaux varieties from this region. This inky-hued beauty offers lots of cassis and blueberry fruit as well as sappy green herbs, tobacco, and subtle cedar-like aromas and flavors. It’s medium-bodied and has ripe, building tannins, good overall balance, and a solid finish. It will benefit from another year or three of bottle age and should drink nicely for a solid decade. (2018). 

James Suckling 93 Points | Aromas of plump red and black fruit. Full-bodied with structured tannins and rich, opulent dark fruit. Chocolate and spice on the palate. Smoke and ash at the finish. Very tasty. Drink now or hold. (2018). 

Vinous 94 Points | The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Mohrhardt Ridge Vineyard is another super-distinctive wine in this range. A Cabernet of tremendous character and nuance, the Mohrhardt speaks with distinction. Rich, red berry fruit, rose petal, mint, spice and cedar infuse the Cabernet with striking inner sweetness and perfume. The 2019 feels unctuous and luxurious in the glass, and yet it has plenty of mountain savoriness. The Cabernet has so much sheer personality.  -- Antonio Galloni  (2018). 

Expert Reviews — Vintage 2020

James Suckling 95 Points: Lead pencil and blackcurrant aromas are very impressive. Full-bodied and tannic, but very velvety with fine texture. Lots of pretty fruit. Typical for the appellation. Second wine of Domaine de Chevalier. Try after 2028.

Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points: More restrained aromatically, yet has outstanding purity in its red and black fruits as well as notes of dried herbs, tobacco, chocolate, and damp earth. Medium-bodied, elegant, balanced, and certainly delicious — a second wine that will benefit from just a year or two of bottle age and shine for a decade.

Vinous 91 Points: Very perfumed, floral bouquet with pressed iris and peony infusing the blackberry and blueberry fruit. Controlled and classic in style. Medium-bodied with concentrated black fruit laced with white pepper and Provençal herbs. Powerful with a generous finish — a superb Deuxième Vin that should give 12–15 years of drinking pleasure.

Wine Advocate 90 Points: Fleshy and demonstrative, bursting with aromas of sweet berries, plums and petals. Medium to full-bodied, rich and layered, with polished tannins and an expansive finish. Will drink well young.

Winemaker Description

Domaine de Chevalier is renowned for its ability to produce great wines even in unfashionable vintages, thanks to its unique Pessac-Léognan terroir and a draconian selection process in both vineyard and cellar — at times requiring five successive passes through the vines to pick only the ripest possible grapes. L’Esprit de Chevalier, created in 1986 from young vines and vats not destined for the grand vin, is a charming second wine that shares many of the same qualities as Domaine de Chevalier’s flagship — complex, well-balanced, and elegant — with the added advantage of being approachable earlier.

Pairing Suggestions

• Meat: Roasted lamb rack with herbs, beef tenderloin, or duck confit.
• Classic Bordeaux: Lamb chops with truffle jus, venison, or a classic French cassoulet.
• Cheese: Aged Comté, Ossau-Iraty, or a firm sheep’s milk cheese.

96 Points by Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Vincent Cuillier's 2022 Brut Nature Blanc de Pinot Noir Clos Forestier is magnificent. Bright, punchy and explosive, the 2022 offers a compelling mix of vibrant fruit and saline, mineral-drenched energy. This feels so alive, so full of life. Sandy soils confer tons of aromatic presence to lift a core of Pinot fruit. Compelling. Bottled with no dosage. Disgorged: March 2025; multiple disgorgements throughout the year.

~ Antonio Galloni, VINOUS – November 2025

Feudo Montoni Grillo della Timpa — Sicilia DOC, Italy 2023

The Sireci family has been farming this land since 1469 — over five centuries of continuity in the highlands of central Sicily. Their “Timpa” cru is not a vineyard for the faint-hearted: a 70% slope so steep that virtually every operation, from pruning to harvest, must be done by hand. The Grillo vines planted here produce something genuinely singular. At altitude, cool nights preserve acidity and aromatic precision that the Sicilian lowlands simply cannot replicate. The 2023 vintage brought lower-than-average rainfall, a dry early summer offset by cool nights, and steady August rains through a harvest that ran from mid-September to late October — conditions that yielded slightly lower quantities than 2022 but exceptional quality. Wine Enthusiast awarded it 92 points; Falstaff 91; Wine Spectator and Vinous both 90. At $24.99, it is one of the most compelling values in Italian white wine.

The color is pale straw with green edges. The nose sparkles with fresh yet savory aromas of lemon, lime, herbs, stone fruit, and a delicate, balancing floral sweetness — with a nutty, mineral undercurrent that signals real terroir. On the palate, it is dense and layered: citrus, apricot, white currant, and florals build toward a tangy, mineral-driven finish that is lively, long, and hard to stop sipping. Drink now through 2027.

Wine Enthusiast 92 • Falstaff 91 • Wine Spectator 90 • Vinous 90 — "Lightly lip-smacking and hard to stop sipping, with a snappy, mineral-driven finish."

Expert Reviews — Vintage 2023

Wine Enthusiast (Danielle Callegari) — 92 Points
The nose sparkles with fresh yet savory aromas of lemons, limes, herbs and a nutty cheesiness, but also has a delicate, balancing floral sweetness. The palate is dense, as stone fruit joins more citrus and floral notes, before salted nuts usher in a tangy, mineral finish.

Falstaff — 91 Points
Pale straw yellow with light green edges. Grain fruits, thyme and some eucalyptus on the nose. Apricot aroma on the palate, white currant, harmonious with good drinkability.

Wine Spectator — 90 Points
A bright, tangy white, offering a fragrant range of orange and lime blossoms, blood orange and pink grapefruit zest, and poached quince and apricot. Lightly lip-smacking and hard to stop sipping, with a snappy, mineral-driven finish. Drink now through 2027.

Vinous (Eric Guido) — 90 Points
Airy and sweetly scented, wafting up with hints of mint leaf, green melon and confectionery spice. Smooths over the palate with fleshy textures and citrus-tinged white pit fruits as a tropical air of inner florals forms toward the close. Finishes with admirable length and freshness. Drink 2024–2027.

• Producer: Feudo Montoni — Sireci family, est. 1469, central Sicily
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Sicilia DOC
• Varietal: 100% Grillo
• Cru: della Timpa — 70% slope, hand-harvested
• Farming: Organic
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Lemon, lime, herbs, stone fruit, apricot, white currant, floral, salted nuts, mineral finish
• Drink Window: Now – 2027
• Best Paired With: Calamari, grilled white fish, pasta con le sarde, arancini, fresh goat cheese, herb-roasted chicken, pizza bianca

Four scores of 90–92 points from the world’s top critics — Feudo Montoni’s Grillo della Timpa is the benchmark for what steep-slope Sicilian white wine can be.

Gato Negro | Cabernet Sauvignon | Valle Central, Chile | 1.5L Magnum

Gato Negro is one of Chile's most beloved everyday wine brands, produced by Viña San Pedro — a winery with roots dating back to 1865 and one of the most established names in South American wine. The iconic Black Cat label has built a global following for delivering consistent, fruit-forward wines at exceptional value.

Valle Central is Chile's heartland wine region, stretching between the Andes and the Coastal Range. The warm, sunny climate and well-drained soils are perfectly suited to Cabernet Sauvignon, producing wines that are dark, fruit-driven, and generously flavored — with the natural freshness and approachability that Chilean reds are celebrated for worldwide.

Gato Negro Cabernet Sauvignon is deep ruby in the glass with an intense bouquet of blackberry, cherry, and cassis, beautifully complemented by notes of vanilla and dark chocolate. On the palate, medium-bodied and fresh with smooth tannins and a satisfying, fruit-forward finish. No pretension, no fuss — just a crowd-pleasing red that delivers every time.

Now available in a generous 1.5L Magnum — perfect for entertaining, parties, and casual gatherings. Pair with grilled red meats, burgers, lamb, pasta with tomato sauce, and aged cheeses.

• Producer: Gato Negro / Viña San Pedro
• Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Region: Valle Central, Chile
• Style: Medium-bodied, fruit-forward red
• Closure: Screwcap
• Format: 1.5L Magnum

Winemaker Description 

One hundred per cent Listán Blanco (aka Palomino Fino) from ungrafted vines. These vines are pergola-trained and about one hundred years old on average and planted between 500 and 900 meters of altitude above sea-level. Vinification and aging is done in inox tanks.

Fresh, salty, mineral-driven and hugely refreshing; quintessential island wine.

Producer Description 

A nectar from one end of the tasting to the other! An intensely golden adornment, a nose of perfectly over-ripe Chenin, underlined by great elegance, a note of almond cream, quince, very ripe peach skin.

The palate is very straight, freshness, tension and sweetness so well integrated, a finish of candy sugar crystals but also the fine bitterness of the schists, it is a very beautiful vintage, a wine built to last and already so pleasant to taste now. It is the cuvée representative of the estate's terroir, i.e. almost five vines.

Jo Landron Amphibolite Muscadet Sèvre et Maine — Loire Valley 2025

Jo Landron has been farming the upper slopes of the Sèvre River near Nantes since 1990, and in that time he has quietly become one of the most important voices in French natural viticulture. His conversion to organic farming began in 1999, biodynamic certification followed in 2011, and the results are impossible to argue with. The Amphibolite — named for the metamorphic rock that defines its terroir — is the entry point to the Landron lineup and one of the most honest expressions of Melon de Bourgogne you will find at any price.

The 2025 is everything Muscadet should be: citrusy, saline, and alive. The nose is clean and precise — lemon zest, green apple, crushed oyster shell, and a faint floral lift. On the palate, the wine is lean and focused, with a bright, almost electric acidity and a long, mineral finish with that signature oceanic salinity Jo calls "free-spirited." Whole-bunch pressed, wild yeast fermented, aged six months on fine lees in glass-tiled concrete vats, bottled unfined and unfiltered. Nothing added, nothing taken away.

"A wine best expressed in its youth — citrusy and sizzling with a lovely salinity on the finish." — Jo Landron

• Producer: Domaine de la Louvetrie, Jo Landron, Nantes, Loire Valley, France
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Muscadet Sèvre et Maine AOC
• Terroir: Metamorphic amphibolite (gabbro-derived rock)
• Varietal: 100% Melon de Bourgogne
• Farming: Certified Organic (EcoCert) & Biodynamic
• Vinification: Whole-bunch direct press, wild yeast fermentation, no chaptalization, no fining or filtration
• Aging: 6 months on fine lees in glass-tiled concrete vats
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Lemon zest, green apple, oyster shell, white flower, saline mineral finish
• Best Paired With: Oysters, grilled sole, moules marinières, fresh chèvre, seafood crudo

The gold standard for high-energy oceanic white wine — Jo Landron's Amphibolite is Muscadet at its most alive.

Winemaker Description 

This vintage is the fruit of setting up my establishment. It embodies my doubts, my
fears, my mistakes, my great joy, my passion, my convictions.

This wine plot is located on a rocky outcrop, on the summit of the Palais Mount. Its name comes from the Latin word “barra”, copied from the Gallic “barro” which means
“elevation, summit, peak”. Chalky brown soils, clay-limestone subsoils. Located at 300 meters high, on a plateau.

There is a forest which occupies the ridge of the mountain which protects and shelters the vineyard from the wind. This cool environment helps to produce the floral and aromatic character plus the freshness of the wines.

Fresh white fruits aromas accompanied by floral touches and mineral notes. It leaves a fresh cool taste in mouth and blends together a tonic effect with smoothness. This tense and invigorating juice leaves a long-lasting intense sensation in the mouth. The end result is remarkable thanks to the aromatic, sapid and well-delineated finality. 

Memo Summary Notes

The Domaine Ninot Rully "La Barre" Blanc 2022 is a bright, organic expression of Chardonnay from the Côte Chalonnaise, crafted by the talented Erell Ninot, who was previously named "Best Young Winemaker" in Burgundy.

A classic partner for poultry in creamy sauces (Blanquette de veau), grilled sea bass, or scallops. It also pairs wonderfully with regional cheeses like Comté or mild Gruyère.
 

Winemaker Description 

Made from 100% Macabeu, this rare dessert wine spent 21 years in barrel before being bottled. The slow oxidation in barrel gives this wine its characteristic amber color, as well as complex notes of fig, date, toasted hazelnut, and caramel. Best served at room temperature, try this on its own after dinner, or alongside cheese, pastry, or chocolate cake. Once opened, the wine can be enjoyed for several months. 

Jean-Hubert Verdaguer and his wife, Brigitte, helm Domaine de Rancy in the Roussillon, one of only a handful of quality wineries still producing exceptional Rivesaltes in the old Ambré style.

This unique type of fortified wine is a Vin Doux Naturel, in which a pure spirit is added during fermentation to stop conversion of sugar into alcohol. These are complex and incredibly versatile dessert wines, typically 16% to 20% alcohol with 85-100 grams of residual sugar, and acidity varying between 6% and 8%.

The grapes – 100% Macabeau – come from organically-farmed vineyards. It is the addition of neutral grape spirits that prevents them from obtaining organic certification on their Vin Doux Naturels.

They are hand-picked late in the season, pressed, fermented, and fortified in tank. Only the best wine is chosen for barrel-aging, and it remains in barrel for up to 60 years. The wines are bottled as needed, unfined and unfiltered, and the wine is best served at room temperature to fully appreciate the intense, complex aromas that develop in the glass.

Louis Latour Mâcon-Lugny "Les Genièvres" 2024 | Chardonnay | Burgundy | 750ml

Maison Louis Latour has been one of Burgundy's most trusted names since 1797, and their Mâcon-Lugny "Les Genièvres" is a perennial benchmark for what southern Burgundy Chardonnay can be at an honest price. The vineyard sits high in the village of Lugny — one of the Mâcon region's most celebrated white wine communes, prized for its limestone soils and warm, sun-drenched climate. Lugny was, in fact, one of the only villages in the region planted exclusively with Chardonnay three decades ago, a testament to how well-suited the terroir is to the grape.

The 2024 opens with a brilliant pale gold color and an expressive, floral nose: acacia, honeysuckle, and a delicate thread of vanilla. On the palate it's round and generous, with ripe yellow fruit — peach, golden apple — and an elegant, lingering finish. Unoaked and approachable, this is the kind of white Burgundy that over-delivers at every turn.

• Appellation: Mâcon-Lugny, Burgundy, France
• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2024
• Style: Unoaked, fruit-forward white Burgundy
• Best With: Grilled fish, seafood, Comté, roast chicken, summer salads