Taylor’s 2016 Vintage Port

The 2016 vintage displays a deep, nearly opaque purple color, characteristic of youthful vintage ports. On the nose, it is vibrant and complex, revealing layers of black fruits such as blackberry and blackcurrant, intertwined with floral hints of violet and a subtle spicines

Portugal

Port Blend

Taylors 10 Year old Tawny Port 2001

On tasting, Taylor's 10-Year-Old Tawny Port 2001 offers a smooth and velvety texture, balanced by refreshing acidity that prevents it from being overly sweet.

Portugal

Port Blend

Simonnet-Febvre Vaillons Chablis Premier Cru 2021

The 2021 Simonnet-Febvre Vaillons Chablis Premier Cru presents an elegant and refined profile. On the nose, it typically offers aromas of fresh citrus fruits, such as lemon and green apple, with subtle hints of white flowers, minerals, and wet stone. The minerality is a hallmark of the Chablis style, reflecting the Kimmeridgian soils that are rich in fossilized marine life, which impart a flinty, almost salty character to the wine.

France

Chardonnay

Ridge Vineyards Geyserville 2020

On the nose, Geyserville 2020 offers rich aromas of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and plums, intertwined with subtle hints of licorice, earthy spices, and a touch of smoky oak.

America

Grape Blend

Quinta de Marrocos Colheita Porto 2000

This Colheita Porto from 2000 is a well-rounded and complex wine. It showcases the hallmark qualities of a well-aged port, with an excellent balance of fruit, spice, and a nutty richness that comes from its time spent aging in wooden casks.

Portugal

Port Blend

Quinta De La Rosa Vintage Port 2009

On the palate, this Vintage Port is full-bodied with a rich, velvety texture. The dark fruit flavors are prominent, balanced by ripe tannins that provide structure and a long finish. The wine’s acidity gives it freshness, making it a well-rounded and harmonious port.

Portugal

Port Blend

Maranges 1er Cru 'Clos de la Boutière' 2019

Maranges 1er Cru 'Clos de la Boutière' 2019 displays a deep ruby color, hinting at its richness and intensity. On the nose, it offers a complex bouquet of dark cherries, blackberries, and subtle floral notes, such as violet, complemented by undertones of earthy spice and a touch of oak from aging in French barrels.

France

Pinot noir

Gevrey-Chambertin Domaine Jean-Michel Guillon & Fils 2000

A bouquet of ripe dark fruits like blackberry, black cherry, and plum, intertwined with earthy notes of forest floor, wet stone, and hints of leather, tobacco, and forest undergrowth. As a 2000 vintage, you may also encounter subtle tertiary aromas such as truffles, dried herbs, and some balsamic nuances, which add to the depth and complexity.

France

Pinot noir

Domaine des Rabichattes Les Chants de Cri Pouilly-Fumé 2016

On the palate, the wine is crisp and refreshing, with zesty acidity that lifts the fruit flavors while allowing the minerality to shine through. There’s a subtle smokiness (flint) that adds depth, complementing the citrus fruit notes, and a slight creaminess from its time on the lees, which enhances its texture. The finish is long and dry, with lingering mineral nuances.

France

Sauvignon blanc

Domaine des Crais Les Vieilles Vignes Saint-Véran 2014

The 2014 vintage of this wine offers a refined expression of the Saint-Véran terroir. On the nose, it reveals a bouquet of citrus fruits like lemon and green apple, complemented by subtle floral notes and a touch of minerality. The older vines contribute to a depth of flavor, with hints of ripe stone fruits, such as white peach and apricot, adding richness to the profile.

France

Grape Blend

Domaine BryczekGevrey-Chambertin 'Aux Echezeaux' 2011

The wine has a harmonious structure, with well-integrated tannins and acidity that give it both immediate drinkability and aging potential. It’s a wine that can be enjoyed young for its bright fruit or cellared for a decade or more to allow its complexity to evolve.

France

Pinot noir

Clos de L'Arlot 2000

The 2000 vintage, being over two decades old, is likely to have developed considerable complexity, with the potential for rich flavors of ripe fruit, nuts, and honeyed notes, along with a refreshing acidity that is characteristic of Burgundy whites.

France

Chardonnay

Chauveau Pouilly-Fumé 2015

On the palate, the wine is crisp and refreshing with well-integrated acidity. Flavors of citrus, stone fruits, and herbs are balanced with the distinct mineral and smoky qualities that define Pouilly-Fumé wines. The texture is clean and precise, with a long, persistent finish.

France

Grape Blend

Château Terre Vieille Chevalier Saint-Sauveur Pécharmant 2014

Bouquet opens with ripe dark fruits such as blackberries, plums, and dark cherries, offering a rich and inviting aroma. There are also hints of spices, including black pepper and possibly a touch of cinnamon or cloves, which suggest a subtle influence of oak

France

Merlot

Château Picque Caillou Pessac-Léognan 2010

On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with a refined structure and velvety tannins. The rich fruit flavors are balanced by fresh acidity, and there’s a touch of minerality typical of Pessac-Léognan wines. The finish is long and persistent, with layers of flavor that evolve as the wine opens up in the glass.

France

Cabernet sauvignon

Château Pédesclaux Pauillac 2010

On the nose, the wine is powerful and expressive, offering an array of aromas. Notes of blackberries, cassis, and plums are complemented by hints of tobacco, cedar, and subtle earthy tones, characteristic of Pauillac.

France

Cabernet sauvignon