clos la chance meritage 2021

Aromas of light oak, citrus and minerals. Flavors of lime, lemon custard and spice. Light body and acid. Pair with ceviche, soft cheese and lemon pepper salmon. ... more

Three villages at the southernmost end of the Côte de Beaune make up the Maranges Aoc: Cheilly-lès-Maranges, Dezize-lès-Maranges and Sampigny-lès-Maranges. Here, we’ve transitioned out of the Côte d’Or and into the Saône-et-Loire départment.... ... more

This a bright and energetic white from the steep upper slope. Initial impressions feature citrus skin and wet stones, with acacia flower nuances. This wine has a taut and forceful tension which contributes to the very long and elegant finish. A cuvée... ... more

This wine continues to be a touchstone for the northern Côte de Nuits. The wine is still aging, so we tasted each component separately. The northern part of the vineyard is a bit less forward; it is more tannic, and the acidity is sharper. The... ... more

Soft purple and slightly opaque. Aromas of raspberry, blueberry, vanilla and tobacco leaf. Flavors of dried cherries, cranberries, vanilla and wet stone. Medium tannins and medium-bodied with a dry finish. ... more

22 Pirates was created to employ the finest Rhone Varietals grown on our estate. The wine is a distinct representation of the harmony and balance that can be created when using all or some of the 22 Varietals. Each Vintage’s unique blend offers a... ... more

22 Pirates was created to employ the finest Rhone Varietals from premier wine-growing regions throughout California. The wine is a distinct representation of the harmony and balance that can be created when using all or some of the 22 Varietals. Each... ... more

100% Barrel fermentation (30% new oak barrels / 70% barrels aged 1 and up to 5 years). Maturing on fine lees for 12 months in barrel and 4 months in tank. The upper part was spared more than the lower. A glowing fresh primrose yellow. The bouquet takes... ... more

A hearty, rustic red from France’s southwest, this Cahors has everything a savvy wine drinker wants: it is ready for immediate consumption, has excellent structure to age, and comes in at a value price. ... more

Not as deep in colour as the Charmes, but still with a vibrant purple edge. An interesting mix between crystalline red fruit and perhaps a little white pepper from the whole bunch component. Clearly a well-constructed wine. Racy fresh raspberry fruit,... ... more

On Puligny Montrachet side, the vineyards are more sand, slightly rocky, and it is giving finesse and elegance to the cuvée. In the middle of the village of Chassagne, bellow the first cru Clos du Chateau de la Maltroye, where you have clay and little... ... more

Vines of about fifty years located above the Grand Cru Clos de Tart on floor plots on three levels with an area of 1.80 hectares. It is a solar and mineral Morey-Saint-Denis that equals a Premier Cru, vinified with 50 to 70% of whole harvests. A cuvée... ... more

This powerful wine’s ripe black berry aromas develop into supple tannins prior to a long finish. Serve with red meats, lamb and mild cheese A distinctly cool nose combines notes of cool red currant with smoky notes of forest floor and the sauvage.... ... more

This 2021 Clos de la Bergerie is marked by its vintage. Affected by the frost, the fruit offered greater concentration at the time of harvest. The wine is showing the usual oxidative note balanced with the intensity of the fruit and a great acidity An... ... more

Made from Pinot Noir grapes grown on clay and limestone soils. Fermented in stainless steel tanks, using naturally occurring yeast. A very long-lived wine, this wine comes into its own demonstrating its character after at least ten years of bottle... ... more

The Clos de la Roche is one of the five Grands Crus of Morey-Saint-Denis. The plots, which represent about 70 ares, are located in the climates of the Genavrieres and the Monts Luisants. These Pinot Noir vines are 45 years old. It presents a beautiful... ... more

Deep color and an intense aroma of dark fruit suggest a wine of volume and concentration. Black cherries, licorice, and sandalwood combine with floral and herbal notes on the nose. Rich and concentrated fruit flavors on the palate are accompanied by... ... more

Albert Bichot Beaune Clos de l’Ermitage is redolent of toasted, smoky notes along with aromas of red fruit that are highly typical of Pinot Noir with a hint of leather and forest undergrowth on the nose. The fine, elegant tannins are dense and the... ... more

13 barrels from one hectare. A full primrose yellow. The nose shows a touch more ripeness than Clos de la Pucelle. Ripe pears, and just a touch of the mandarin notes that you get attached to Sauternes, without suggesting any rot however. Juicy and... ... more

Unparalleled in intensity and complexity, the energy of the property is bottled in this iconic and limited offering that will develop for years to come. A natural-leaning, funky version for fans of the offbeat style. Shows earth and ripe fruit that... ... more

This exciting, vibrant wine is lemony and fine, with pronounced citrus fruit aromas and a salty mineral edge. The lively texture has plenty of tension but no lack of density or length. This year it is being given a bit more luxurious maturation, with... ... more

One third of the vines are over 90 years old. The rest are over 35 years old. The 2021 Pouilly-Fuissé Sur La Roche 1er Cru has one of the most transparent bouquets, perhaps bestowed the most mineralité. Orange zest, nettle and blackcurrant leaf... ... more

This Côtes de Grand Lieu has all the classic stony and fresh Muscadet characteristics, and also that added extra je ne sais quoi you find only from the best producers of the region. There is a lovely whisper of florality, perhaps the aromatic... ... more

These vines, aged on average about fifty years, are located on the hillsides of Morey-Saint-Denis, above the Grand Cru Clos de la Roche. Genavrieres is a small climate produced since 2019 in small quantities. It is vinified with 80% of the whole... ... more