2015 Vintage Report – Chateauneuf du Pape & Ventoux Chateauneuf du Pape Rouge A long, dry and hot summer with some heat waves was followed by welcome rain at the end of August. This refilled the shrunken grapes and reduced the alcohol content raised by concentration of the juice. This enabled the grapes to reach […]
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Trignon in NY Times!
In the latest Eric Asimov Wine School, Chateau du Trignon Gigondas gets honorable mention from the esteemed writer.
Top Wines of the Loire!
Fournier Grande Cuvee Sancerre was just chosen as a Top Wine of the Loire in the new issue of Wine Spectator 90 Points! – “This Sancerre still has good zip despite the late release, with lively thyme, marjoram and verbena notes leading the way.”
Diam Corks are here!
We are pleased to report that several of our properties have adopted the advanced Diam cork. Through a special process, these special corks eliminate the presence of TCA and promise complete sensorial neutrality. Find out more here These unique corks are now used by Domaine Fournier, Chateau de Pizay and La Berriere.
90 Points from Spectator!
Domaine Renaud Pouilly Fuissé “Cuvée Vieilles Vignes” 2014 gets 90 Points! “Lean and stony, showing lemon, apple and mineral flavors, with tension and energy. Harmonious and approachable no, but this should improve over the next year or two. Fine length.” The New York Times singled out this fantastic estate in an article about the troublesome 2013 vintage