2017 French Wine

There was no frost at d’Yquem in 2017, and botrytis was very regular and even this vintage. The nose opens with very pure notes of freshly sliced oranges, yuzu and lemon barley water with hints ... read more...

This is a great Yquem, delivering thrilling purity and intensity. The nose offers intense aromas of fresh and dried apricot and peach pastry, as well as freshly baked creme brulee, candied and fresh o... read more...

Petit Guiraud is a fresh and precise Sauternes, and is the result of a long period of reflection on the wine style and its drinkability. As the flagship for modernity and accessible pleasure, Petit Gu... read more...

Chateau Guiraud, an 1855 First Growth Classification in Sauternes, is a 85-hectare plot with 65% Semillon and 35% Sauvignon Blanc. It is one of the most important properties in the Sauterns, which is ... read more...

The color is a beautiful cherry red. The nose reveals aromas of red fruit accompanied by some spicy and lightly smoky notes. The attack, full and round, reveals beautiful freshness on the palate.

The 2017 Clos Haut-Peyraguey showed brilliantly and is another stunning Sauternes from this great vintage. White peach, honeycomb, flowers, and plenty of botrytis notes all emerge from the glass, and ... read more...

The 2017 Clos Haut-Peyraguey showed brilliantly and is another stunning Sauternes from this great vintage. White peach, honeycomb, flowers, and plenty of botrytis notes all emerge from the glass, and ... read more...

Les Fuees is a 1er Cru vineyard that forms the south-west border of the grand cru Bonnes-Mares. It lies at about the same altitude as Bonnes-Mares; 280-300 meters. The name Fuee is a word of Burgundia... read more...

The 2017 Beaune Les Sizies 1er Cru contains a little less new oak than other crus. It has a well defined and vibrant red cherry and wild strawberry scented bouquet. The palate is well balanced with su... read more...

The Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg was founded in 1933 by a husband and wife duo, and later Dr. Georges Mugneret helped to expand the holdings all while holding down a full time job as an ophthalmologist. U... read more...

The Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg was founded in 1933 by a husband and wife duo, and later Dr. Georges Mugneret helped to expand the holdings all while holding down a full time job as an ophthalmologist. U... read more...

The Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg was founded in 1933 by a husband and wife duo, and later Dr. Georges Mugneret helped to expand the holdings all while holding down a full time job as an ophthalmologist. U... read more...

The Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg was founded in 1933 by a husband and wife duo, and later Dr. Georges Mugneret helped to expand the holdings all while holding down a full time job as an ophthalmologist. U... read more...

The Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg was founded in 1933 by a husband and wife duo, and later Dr. Georges Mugneret helped to expand the holdings all while holding down a full time job as an ophthalmologist. U... read more...

This succulent Tannat pairs excellently with full-flavored stews, slow-cooked meats, and anything on the grill. Deep, earthy, with red fruits, black currant and blackberry flavors and aromas. Full-bod... read more...

Reminding me of the 2009 La Chapelle (which is a personal favorite), the brilliant 2017 Hermitage La Chapelle knocks it out of the park with its massive, opulent personality. Notes of smoked black fru... read more...

Disgorged 08/03/2021